Jalen Royals
Kansas City Chiefs·#11Our College Grade
How good he was in college at what his position is supposed to do, out of 100. Scored against everyone else at his position, adjusted for the level he played at. This is not his NFL grade.
College Production
Utah State · Mountain West
| Season | G | Tgt | Rec | Yds | TD | Pos Rk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 13 | 77 | 69 | 999 | 14 | 10 |
| 2024 | 7 | 49 | 49 | 720 | 5 | 2 |
The seasons in our college data. It does not always reach back to a player's first year.
Scouting Report
Utah State · 2025 draft class
Royals is a dynamic playmaker with exceptional speed, acceleration, and big-play ability. He creates separation with his elite burst and route-running precision, consistently stressing defenses vertically. Royals displays good body control and adjustment to the ball in the air, tracking deep passes effectively. His hands continue to develop, showing more consistency catching the ball away from his frame. After the catch, Royals is electric, with the vision and elusiveness to turn short completions into explosive gains.
Strengths
- Vertical speed
- acceleration
- big-play ability
- route-running precision
- tracking deep balls
- yards-after-catch ability
- competitive toughness
- playmaking instincts
Concerns
- Slender frame may limit durability
- still developing consistency with hands
- can improve play strength through contact
- needs refinement as a blocker