Let’s cut to the chase: Edwards is a potential matchup nightmare waiting to happen for opposing defensive coordinators and secondaries around the Upstate. At 6-foot-3, he’s got a massive size advantage over the guys asked to cover him. We’ve already seen that in how he’s able to high-point passes those defensive backs have little chance of knocking down.

Now, the next evolution of Edwards’ game could be upon us. After catching 20 passes for 323 yards and three touchdowns as a junior, getting the ball to him more needs to be much more of a priority earlier in games. We’ve already noticed Blue Ridge having him chip in on special teams and defense. However, his biggest impact should be at receiver given his length and advantage. 

It doesn’t simply need to be about taking the top off, though. Between some end-arounds or short screens, we’re likely to see the Tigers utilize his frame more there, not to mention when he can go from decoy to punishing downfield blocker in the blink of an eye.

Let’s cut to the chase: Edwards is a potential matchup nightmare waiting to happen for opposing defensive coordinators and secondaries around the Upstate. At 6-foot-3, he’s got a massive size advantage over the guys asked to cover him. We’ve already seen that in how he’s able to high-point passes those defensive backs have little chance of knocking down.

Now, the next evolution of Edwards’ game could be upon us. After catching 20 passes for 323 yards and three touchdowns as a junior, getting the ball to him more needs to be much more of a priority earlier in games. We’ve already noticed Blue Ridge having him chip in on special teams and defense. However, his biggest impact should be at receiver given his length and advantage. 

It doesn’t simply need to be about taking the top off, though. Between some end-arounds or short screens, we’re likely to see the Tigers utilize his frame more there, not to mention when he can go from decoy to punishing downfield blocker in the blink of an eye.