Cam Hart, CB, Notre Dame
Size:
Height: 6’3”
Weight: 202 pounds
Arm Length: 33”
Hand Size: 9 3/8"
Accomplishments:
Team captain (2023)
“Cam Hart is an athletic, refined defender who showcases outstanding footwork and maturity in man coverage.”
Strengths:
Trigger out of backpedal
High-level athletic profile
Top-end speed
Ability in man coverage
Length in press
Hands at the catch point
Concerns:
Comfortability with back to QB
Occasional stiffness in hips
Utilization of length vs. the run
Film Analysis:
Cam Hart is a man/zone versatile corner whose athletic intangibles showcase an explosive and fluid perimeter defender.
In man, Hart can play both press and off-man, where his footwork and body positioning put him in a position to win consistently. He can carry opponents on crossers, overs, and remain hip-to-hip on go-balls due to top-end burst. His background as a wide receiver showcases in his ability to ID concepts as well. He has excellent stop-start ability to mirror and match and uses his length well at the line of scrimmage.
In zone, Hart can cover ground instantly and showcases another gear when working downhill. He has good hands at the catch point to bat away targets. He’s a willing tackler and an effective blitzer.
Concerns remain about his confidence with his back turned to the quarterback. He will sometimes grab and pull to keep wideouts within his frame if stacked. His length needs to be utilized more often vs. the run to limit perimeter gains. He can play high at times, but his explosive trigger and speed make up for any potential false steps.
Overall, Hart is an athletic, refined defender who showcases outstanding footwork and maturity in man coverage.
Prospect Projection: Day 2 – Winning Starter
Exposures: North Carolina (2022), Ohio State (2022), Stanford (2022)
