2021 NFL Draft prospect profile: Rashod Bateman, WR, Minnesota
Could Bateman be a steal at wide receiver?
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By this point in the draft process, the top of the wide receiver class is pretty well established.
But despite the constant parsing and comparison of the top pass catchers, one name has largely been left out of the conversation. However, Minnesota’s Rashod Bateman made an undeniable impact on the field, particularly during their fantastic 2019 season. That year he racked up over 1,200 yards (20.3 per catch) and 11 touchdowns, helping Minnesota to multiple upsets. His production took a step back after opting out of the 2020 season, then opting back in, then playing just five games. That slip in production could have teams overlooking him, but the traits are there for him to play to his 2019 form.