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Draft Scouting Report
Pro Comparison: Sean Davis
Summary
Zakee Wheatley is a versatile defensive back with a ballhawking reputation who plays from multiple spots on the field. He’s particularly effective moving toward the line of scrimmage, showing a fearless ability to weave through blockers and shut down short passes or outside runs. His combination of length and natural instincts allows him to recover quickly in deep coverage.
About
- 2024: Fiesta Bowl Defensive MVP (1 INT, 1 FR)
- Career: 11 takeaways (6 INT, 3 FR, 2 FF)
Strengths
- Aggressive downhill tackler who explodes toward the ball like he’s shot out of a cannon.
- Natural ball skills, evidenced by big-play interceptions during his college career.
- Effectively sheds blocks against larger offensive linemen in the run game.
Weaknesses
- Can get beat early in routes, requiring him to rely on recovery speed.
- Limited pass-rush experience, though he shows flashes of blitzing potential.
Combine Data
- Vertical jump: 32.5 inches
- Broad jump: 10 feet, 2 inches
Top Zakee Wheatley News
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Panthers' Zakee Wheatley: Taken by Panthers
The Panthers selected Wheatley in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL Draft, 151st overall.
Wheatley (6-foot-3, 203 pounds) started the final two seasons of his five years at Penn State, demonstrating the versatility and physicality to make up for his lack of high-end speed (4.62 40-yard dash). As a rookie, Wheatley and 2025 pick Lathan Ransom figure to operate as Carolina's top reserve options at safety behind Tre'von Moehrig and Nick Scott. Wheatley boasts the experience to contribute in a rotational role during his first pro season under defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero.
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Player Bio
| HT/WT: 6-2, 200 lbs |
| Birthplace: Crofton, MD |
| Age: 24 |