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Ja'lynn Polk - Next Shaheed already on roster?

Posted on 2/1/26 at 9:10 am
Posted by Gugich22
Who Dat Nation
Member since Jan 2006
27805 posts
Posted on 2/1/26 at 9:10 am
I feel like this guy is not talked about enough. He's a former 2nd round pick from the Patriots in 2024 in which we traded for last season. He's been on IR but the kid is a playmaker. Shough has been talking him up, as well.

Excited to see what he can do for us next season and beyond.

Polk Patriots Highlights
Posted by 50_Tiger
Arlington TX
Member since Jan 2016
43320 posts
Posted on 2/1/26 at 9:16 am to
He either had the yips or legitimitely had catching issues. Something sort of paramount for a WR
Posted by Gugich22
Who Dat Nation
Member since Jan 2006
27805 posts
Posted on 2/1/26 at 9:20 am to
Sometimes a change of scenery can be paramount for a wide receiver.

I have confidence in the kid.
Posted by cbree88
South Louisiana
Member since Feb 2010
10185 posts
Posted on 2/1/26 at 9:21 am to
He poo
Posted by NewBeginnings
Member since Feb 2023
337 posts
Posted on 2/1/26 at 9:29 am to
I don’t have much confidence. I give it around a 15% chance of him becoming decent for us.
Posted by RawDog7984
Member since Oct 2019
2295 posts
Posted on 2/1/26 at 9:51 am to
Why would anyone talk about him? We traded 6th round picks with the patriots to take on a massive bust. He was horrible. If he turns it around that’s great. Do we need to discuss him like he’s actually a true addition? No. Until he shows he can be a contributor i doubt he even makes this team right now.
This post was edited on 2/1/26 at 9:56 am
Posted by Handsome Pete
Member since Apr 2019
2406 posts
Posted on 2/1/26 at 10:34 am to
Polk wasn't a speed guy like Shaheed - 40 time was 4.52. Not bad, but Shaheed was reportedly a 4.3 guy (before pre-draft injury, so didn't run at combine). Ironically, good hands considered Polk's best trait coming out of college.

From Polk's draft profile:

quote:

STRENGTHS
Renowned for his exceptional hand strength, Polk displays a remarkable ability to secure and maintain control of the ball in contested catch situations
His superior ball skills and body control make him a reliable target.
Displays physicality in routes and at the catch point, using his size/strength to overpower defenders.
Boasts an impressive catch radius and excels at high-pointing excellent red zone targets.
Demonstrates excellent balance and a tenacious running style, had good RAC ability
Nice route precision and ability to quickly shift from receiver to runner
Proven effectiveness both inside as a slot receiver and on the perimeter, versatile playmaker.

WEAKNESSES
Lacks top-level burst and acceleration in open-field plays, potentially affecting his ability to create separation against faster pro DBs
Needs to refine technical aspects, especially hand usage in press coverage, to adapt to the sophisticated defenses of the NFL.
Polk sometimes shows inconsistency in maintaining focus and concentration, leading to occasional dropped passes or missed opportunities on the field.
His route tree, while versatile, can benefit from expansion and refinement to fully exploit defensive weaknesses at the professional level.


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Posted by Jojodaddy
Member since Dec 2015
568 posts
Posted on 2/1/26 at 10:48 am to
He’s nothing like Shaheed as a player. Shaheeds game is big plays and speed. Polks game is intermediate routes and contested catches. A potentially valuable asset but a different player altogether. Let’s hope Polk can build a stick moving connection with Shough.
Posted by goatmilker
Castle Anthrax
Member since Feb 2009
75126 posts
Posted on 2/1/26 at 11:52 am to
Posted by joe8 7
Thibodaux, LA
Member since Nov 2005
889 posts
Posted on 2/1/26 at 12:09 pm to
His skillset is nothing like Shaheeds.

I wouldn’t mind taking a late round flyer on Kendrick Law though:
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