Raw physical ability isn’t everything though, so what does the film say?
Film analysis of Geno Stone
I really like the idea of a player having a high athletic ceiling, but for me it’s more about assessing potential translation to the field. Like “that guy should be able to keep up with a fast receiver.” Everything takes a back seat to game film though, and Geno Stone’s tape is a lot more impressive than his combine results.
As a safety, your literal job is to hang back and react. Reaction time can help compensate for acceleration or speed issues. A good knowledge of geometry can lead to taking a better angle, reducing the overall distance of travel and further helping compensate. Stone film shows a player who reacts well and takes good angles.
Overall I like Stone and think he’ll do well with Buffalo. The big confound will be Jim Leonhard and his defensive coordination.