Cameron Dorner, WR, North Texas
Prospect Notes
Cameron Dorner is one of the more intriguing late-round receiver prospects in the 2026 NFL draft. Dorner dominates several important efficiency-based metrics, offering a nice combo of ball skills, after-the-catch ability, and multi-level production that translates cleanly to a Z-flanker role. But his overall projection is limited by sample size vs high-end competition and a lack of consistent target-earning ability.
High-end Player Comp: Jalen McMillan / Romeo Doubs
Low-end Player Comp: Quintez Cephus
Playstyle: Multi-Level Playmaker
Archetype: Z-Flanker
Dorner stands out as a legitimate YAC threat without relying on manufactured touches. In 2025, Dhe averaged 5.8 yards after the catch per reception and had an impressive 26.8% avoided tackle rate with an ADOT of 11.5, a rare combination that highlights his ability to win both before and after the catch.
His ball skills are exceptional. Dorner leads the 2026 wide receiver class with an 80% career catch rate while also pulling in 58.3% of contested targets. Dorner did not record a single drop on 70 targets in 2025. Dorner had a mediocre target rate of 18.8%, implying he might not be a high-volume target-earner in the NFL. But QBs did finish with an elite 155.1 QBR when targeting him.
His efficiency shows across coverage types. He finished with a strong 2.71 YPRR vs zone and 3.01 YPRR vs man. Where Dorner really shined was his ability to translate targets into first downs, converting an absurd 63% of his targets into first downs, ranking in the 100th percentile of receiver prospects since 2019.
Dorner's primary concern is his overall production and lack of sample size against high-end competition. Dorner has just one season of FBS-level production, totaling 911 receiving yards. However, his performance against quality competition in 2025 includes standout games versus San Diego State, Temple, Navy, Charlotte, and UTSA.
Dorner profiles as a high-upside Z receiver, but his draft valuation will hinge on how teams weigh elite efficiency and ball skills against limited collegiate volume.