by Tom Kowalski
Sunday June 22, 2008, 12:06 AM
DEVALE ELLIS
2008 Scouting Report
Because of a knee injury that sidelined him for the entire 2007 season, Ellis has kind of drifted into no-man's land, but watch out for this kid. Ellis has a great deal of speed and he should be a factor in the special teams competition.
The Lions are looking for that No. 5 receiver who can return punts and kickoffs and can also be effective in coverage, especially at the hawk position. Ellis only had a few shots during the 2006 season but he showed that he could do those things.
Ellis had just four punt returns that year, but popped one for 48 yards and, on his six kickoff returns, he averaged 23.2 yards. Ellis has also been around long enough that he knows the offense so that's not going to be a problem.
Ellis will basically be competing with fifth-round draft pick Kenneth Moore for that final roster spot at receiver. Ellis has a lot of things going for him, including experience and speed, but he's got to show that he's completely healthy - and can stay that way.
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