Summary

Marvin Mims Jr. was drafted in the 2023 NFL Draft, Round 2, (pick 63) out of University of Oklahoma. Mims Jr. is a high‑upside receiver built around elite speed and big‑play ability. He’s a prototypical field‑stretcher who threatens defenses vertically, makes catches down the sideline or on deep breakthroughs, and converts those catches into large gains. When he’s used correctly—aligned to exploit his speed, given space to operate, and targeted in vertical concepts—he has real game‑changing potential.

However, his profile comes with caveats. His smaller frame and relative lack of physicality mean he may struggle against press coverage, bump‑and‑run, or contested catches. His route‑tree and overall technical polish are still works in progress. Essentially, he’s more of a weapon than a full‑scale “every‑down” outside receiver at this stage. His best value will likely come in the right scheme and usage.

Strengths

• Elite speed and deep‑threat capability: Mims ran a ~4.38 s 40‑yard dash and showed strong burst and “second‑gear” speed in college. NFL Draft Buzz His profile notes: “Great acceleration and speed… Can be a team’s primary field‑stretcher.” Bleacher Report

• Excellent ball‑tracking and explosion after catch: He showed above‑average ability to track deep balls, win go‑routes or seams, and generate chunks once the catch is made. Bleacher Report

• Production in big plays: His college average was ~20.1 yards per reception in 2022, confirming his ability to convert catches into large gains. Bleacher Report

• Return‑specialist potential / special‑teams value: While primarily a receiver, his open‑field skills add special teams upside. Mile High Report

Weaknesses

• Frame and play strength limitations: At ~183 lbs and 5′11″, Mims is labeled as having a “small frame; struggles greatly with play strength.” Bleacher Report

• Press‑coverage and contested catches: Evaluators point out he “struggles to beat press and fight through contact” and his ability to win 50/50 balls or contested catches downfield is below‑average. Bleacher Report

• Limited route‑tree and technical refinement: His route‑running was described as “loose” and his college usage was largely vertical/stretched‑field rather than full route tree development. Bleacher Report

• Risk of being one‑dimensional: Many reports suggest that unless his route‑running and physical development improve, he may remain a specialty deep threat rather than a full‑scale outside receiver. Mile High Report

Fit & Outlook

• Fit:
  Mims fits best in an offense that:

• Utilizes stretch/vertical concepts and gives him space to leverage his speed.

• Uses him in roles where he can work in open space rather than being locked into press coverage at the line.

• Values special‑teams contributions (return work) as part of his role.

• He may be less ideally used in systems that demand heavy contested catches, frequent inside‑breaking routes or require heavy body strength for boundary matchups every play.

• Outlook:

• Short‑Term (Years 1‑2): He can contribute as a complementary piece—deep threat, rotational receiver—and provide big‑play upside. If he earns more route run snaps and improves his technical game, his role can expand.

• Medium‑Term (Years 2‑4): If he adds strength, refines his release and route‑running, and sees increased volume, he could develop into a solid WR2 with WR1 upside in a vertical‑oriented system.