How he was used at N.C. State: The Wolfpack offense looked to get the ball in Rogers’ hands quickly with a heavy dose of perimeter throws and short, high-percentage completions. He played far more as an outside receiver than he did in the slot. Special teams-wise, he played on N.C. State’s punt unit.
What he does well: Rogers has good initial quickness and stems his routes with sharp breaks, particularly given his size (6-foot-2, 205 pounds). He’s got a good instincts for getting open in zone coverage, doesn’t fear the middle of the field, and is effective in picking up yardage after the catch.
What he doesn’t do well: Rogers tends to catch too many passes against his body rather than extending his hands to secure the ball. Body catches can be problematic because they give defensive backs a better chance at pass breakups. This is a relatively basic fundamental coaching point, but can be a hard habit for some receivers to break.
How he fits at Alabama: In a wide receiver room going through significant offseason turnover for the second year in a row, Rogers should establish himself in the rotation in short order. That doesn’t necessarily mean he’ll be a weekly starter, but there’s no reason to think he won’t see plenty of playing time.
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