Dezmon

Patmon

Patmon (6'4/225) was a three-year starter in Washington State’s air raid offense. The Cougars spread the ball around, usually on quick-hitting routes, and Patmon was in the middle of it. He had 816 yards as a junior and 762 yards last season. At the NFL Combine, Patmon ran the 40-yard dash in 4.48 seconds and posted a 36-inch vertical. With the Colts, he’ll have to show up on special teams to make the final roster.

Patmon (6'4/225) is built out well just in terms of his frame and dimensions, making a sub-4.50-second 40-yard dash all the more impressive for the WSU wideout. Looking beyond his sprint, Patmon logged 15 reps on the bench press, a 36-inch vertical jump and a 132-inch broad jump. NFL Media’s Lance Zierlein likes the size and general athletic package, here, but has real questions on Patmon’s playing demeanor (basically, he doesn’t throw his well-built self around with any real fire, playing smaller than he should).

Patmon (6'4/220) was able to find the end zone in his final game in the Air Raid offense under Mike Leach, but his last stat line wasn’t terribly exciting. Still, he was a dependable receiver in the offense all season, and his next stop will be in the 2020 East/West Shrine Bowl where he will be able to work on improving his stock. At the very least, he’ll get a look as an undrafted free agent and appear in someone’s camp. However, he could work his way into a late-round pick with a good showing in the Shrine bowl, and perhaps the NFL Scouting Combine if he is extended an invitation.

Patmon (6'4/220) has served as a dependable starting outside wide receiver for HC Mike Leach’s air-raid offense, posting a solid 48/689/7 season line through 11 games. There isn’t much draft buzz surrounding him at the moment, but with his large frame and 4.58 40-time he should hook on as a UDFA somewhere. A good week of Shrine Bowl practices would go a long way for him. Wazzou travels to Seattle for the annual Apple Cup game against Washington this Friday.

It was the first multiple-score game of Patmon’s (6'4/220) career, and his most yardage since he had 97 receiving yards at Arizona State back on Oct. 12. He now has 48 receptions for 689 yards and seven touchdown grabs across 11 games. He’ll look to finish up strong in the Apple Cup rivalry game next weekend against Washington. He was held to one catch for five yards in last season’s Apple Cup.

Patmon (6'4/220) has been overshadowed by Easop Winston so far this season, but he has still be productive. He has at least four grabs in three of his four outings while managing at least 52 receiving yards. Patmon has also scored in three of his four games. He’ll continue to be a productive veteran option for QB Anthony Gordon next weekend on the road at Utah.

Patmon led the team with the only triple-digit yardage performance. He paired with Travell Harris to open things up against the Aggies, who were overmatched from the jump. He showed why the coaching staff feels he is the best per-target receiver on the team. Patmon and the Cougs will stay on the Palouse to face FCS opponent Northern Colorado next Saturday afternoon.

Patmon (6'4/220) has been an efficient receiver in the Cougars’ high-flying attack. There’s hope Patmon grows into a larger role in 2019 now that he’s shown the coaching staff that he’s the best per-target receiver on the team. If he can put up 800+ yards, he’ll nearly lock himself into a Senior Bowl invite. Consider Patmon an undrafted free agent prospect with a chance to earn Day 3 love.

Patmon (6'4/220) had Davontavean Martin and Easop Winston beat in Pro Football Focus overall grade, yards per route run, and passer rating when targeted. All three should be productive in this aerial attack, but target distribution might be spread evenly once again. Of the three receivers, Patmon is the most likely to take a leap forward.

The only four teams ahead of Washington State include three playoff contenders: Alabama, Clemson and Oklahoma; and a traditional power in USC. “Dezmon Patmon recorded a team-best 816 yards, while Davontavean Martin paced the Cougars receivers in two categories,” writes Kenyon. “He caught 69 passes and shared the touchdown lead (eight) with Easop Winston Jr., who had 654 yards. Jamire Calvin ranked fourth among wideouts with 497 yards.” There were three more wideouts who caught at least 20 passes last year as well in Travell Harris, Calvin Jackson Jr. and Renard Bell. That’s a lot of depth, and it’s why the Cougars have a chance to be among the best passing teams in the nation -- again -- in 2019.