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Draft Scouting Report
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Summary
Jadon Canady is a scrappy, high-IQ defensive back who plays with a physical intensity that belies his smaller frame. A versatile "chess piece," he excels at driving downhill from the slot to disrupt quick passes and is surprisingly effective at stopping the run. While his size may limit him to certain roles, his reliable tackling and sharp instincts could make him a productive, high-energy contributor in the secondary.
About
- 2025: Oregon’s second-highest graded starting defender, per PFF (85.5)
- 2025: Made 13 starts at nickel
Strengths
- Fearless run defender who attacks blockers and ball carriers with purpose.
- Sharp instincts in coverage, consistently reading keys to undercut routes.
- Highly durable veteran with significant experience across multiple defensive positions.
Weaknesses
- Smaller physical stature can lead to being overpowered by larger receivers.
- Tendency to get ""handsy"" downfield on vertical routes.
- Lacks the power to consistently shed blocks during slot blitzes.
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Chiefs' Jadon Canady: Selected by Chiefs
The Chiefs selected Canady in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft, 109th overall.
Canady (5-foot-10, 181 pounds) might primarily play slot corner for the Chiefs, but he might be more than that, too. Most recently a standout at Oregon, Canady spent the prior two years at Mississippi, redshirting the first after arriving from Tulane, where he was a true freshman starter but suffered a torn ACL and meniscus late into his sophomore year. Canady's knee has seemingly cooperated since then, and his pro day testing was just good enough (4.49 40, 37.5-inch vertical, 127-inch broad jump) to confirm that Canady's playmaking ability should withstand the jump to the NFL.
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Player Bio
| HT/WT: 5-10, 181 lbs |
| Birthplace: Jacksonville, FL |
| Age: 23 |