"A deceptive yac guy and route runner that changes gears and has good lateral quickness. He's got good hands but his overall speed is non threatening and he's slightly built."
Strengths:
Impressive burst and change of direction in the open field. Changes gears and can stop/start effectively. Good route runner. Strong hands and is clutch. A yac threat as he gets to top speed quickly. Big time punt returner. Competitive blocker.
Posted a 4.48 40, 6.73 3 cone, and a 39 vert at his personal pro day after recovering from an ankle that sidelined him for the combine and pro day.
Weaknesses:
Slight frame and physicality stunts him. Lacks over the top speed. Release doesn't threaten anyone.
Overall:
Pettis is a deceptive yac guy and route runner that changes gears and has good lateral quickness. He's got good hands and a solid catch radius. But his overall speed is non threatening and he's slightly built. He could struggle vs a strong jam initially and might be best out of the slot.
He's similar to the type of WRs the Manning Colts used to draft or the Packers draft now. Paired with a good QB he projects as a low key but valuable contributor and adds value as an efficient punt returner.