Player Data
| Name, Jersey # | Jerome Gaillard Jr. #22 |
| School (Code) | Air Force Academy, COAF |
| DOB, Class Yr | N/A, Senior |
| Height, Weight | 6026e, 200e |
| 40 Yd Dash | 4.50e |
| Position/Depth | LCB/1st |
| Honors/Captainship | N/A |
| Season Viewed (yr) | 2023/Junior |
| Games Watched | Navy, San Jose State, Wyoming, Colorado State |
| Scout Name / Date | Kade Nix 8/14/24 |
Per Year Stats (Most Recent First)
| 2023 | 8 GP, 25 TOT TK, 17 SOLO, 1 PD, 0 INT |
| 2022 | 13 GP, 5 TOT TK, 3 SOLO, 0 PD, 0 INT |
Player Summary:
Gaillard is a SR with one year of full-time starting experience at cornerback and very limited production. Standing at 6’2″ and weighing 200 lbs, he exhibits good height and length, making him well-suited for perimeter roles and zone coverage. His straight line speed is above average, with a projected 40-yard dash time under 4.5 seconds, complemented by above-average quickness in and out of his backpedal. However, his footwork can be inconsistent, particularly when mirroring receivers off the line. He struggles with change of direction, often taking rounded angles towards ball carriers rather than sharp, decisive cuts. His strength is average to below average, leading to potential struggles against larger receivers at the tops of their routes, and he displays below-average ability to disengage blockers. His tackling technique often sees him attempting high tackles, which can result in missed opportunities against physical runners. Despite these challenges, He shows good athleticism and ideal height and length for a zone corner. His reaction time and field vision are solid, making him adequate as a safety. In man coverage, he utilizes active hands but can become overly handsy, risking penalties. His balance in open space is mediocre, and he has a thin frame with long arms that may impact his physicality. His career includes limited action, with no playtime in 2021, participation in 13 games in 2022, and starting all 8 games in 2023. His career was interrupted by an injury in 2023, causing him to miss the final five games. Overall, Gaillard plays with decent instincts and hip fluidity, showing potential as a safety at the next level, but he needs to improve his strength, tackling technique, and ability to disengage blockers to enhance his effectiveness.
Scheme Fit:
Best suited for a scheme that emphasizes zone coverage, where his length and height can be leveraged effectively.
Power Statement
Gaillard’s ideal size and athleticism make him a decent fit for zone coverage schemes, where his length can be leveraged to excel as a perimeter defender or safety. Lack of quantity of high quality play and production.
