SALT LAKE CITY – Former NFL linebacker Stevenson Sylvester discussed the NFL potential of former Utah Utes wide receiver Britain Covey.

Sylvester, who played in the league from 2010-14, discussed Covey’s potential as an NFL player during KSL TV’s SportsBeat on Sunday, April 10.

During the television segment, Sylvester broke down Covey’s outlook at a professional as both a receiver and a returner.

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“Covey is an extremely shifty person, which makes him a great return man,” the former NFL player said. “He is just a tremendous playmaker at the end of the day.”

Britain Covey at Utah’s NFL Pro Day

“I really think he made a legitimate case for himself at his pro day,” Sylvester said. “He passed the look test for NFL scouts.”

40-Yard Dash: 4.43 seconds

Vertical Jump: 32 inches

Three-Cone Drill: 6.73

Broad Jump: Nine-feet-10-inches

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“Get him the football and watch him work,” Sylvester said.

For more on Sylvester’s breakdown of Covey, see the video above.

About Britain Covey

After a special high school career at Timpview High School in Provo, Covey played at the University of Utah from 2015-21.

During his Utah career, Covey had 132 receptions for 1,497 yards and eight touchdowns. On the ground, he added 35 carries for 201 yards.

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Covey returned the ball on punt return and kick return a total of 84 times for 1,143 yards and two touchdowns.

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