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Peake is one of the few receivers we have seen in this class that could be categorized as being "special" when it comes to his ability and upside at the next level. He is tall, smooth, lean and runs extremely well. He makes so many plays and no matter where he lines up at you better know where he is when the huddle breaks. He shows flashes of being dominant in all phases. He's at his best versus man coverage where he can use his speed to run by defenders and is a precise route runner for such a young player. He also does a great job versus cushion-- he's able to get defenders to bite with subtle moves and then run by them. Attacks alignment well. His ability to lower his weight and plant out of the break provides great separation on short-to-intermediate routes. He gets to top speed quickly despite being somewhat of a long strider. He does a decent job of dropping his hips for a tall guy and breaking off his routes quickly and coming back to the ball. He is a playmaker in the vertical passing game and has to be accounted for deep at all times. Really makes a lot of plays on sheer focus alone. He has very good hands. He catches the ball on the run and over his head as well as in traffic. Great leaping ability and will make a lot of plays on jump balls. Also displays excellent body control and sideline awareness. He has lined up in the "wildcat" and this offense does a great job of finding ways to get him the football. Overall, there will be very few players in this class with his combination of measurables, speed and knack for the position. He can still improve greatly as a route runner, but he has tools and instincts that are very, very strong. Outstanding prospect. ... for full access to RecruitingNation become an Insider

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