Strengths:
• Good bulk with a muscular, yoked up physique
• Terrific athleticism with very good body control
• Explosive with excellent speed and a burst
• Is able to bend off the edge and run the arc
• Strong with more power than you'd expect
• Active, violent hands to strike and disengage
• Adequate run defender and surprisingly stout
• Fantastic range and does a nice job in pursuit
• Will offer positional and schematic versatility
• Pretty productive against quality competition
Weaknesses:
• Does not have ideal length ( height or arms )
• Stiff with average agility and change of direction
• Motor runs hot and cold and disappears at times
• Must develop additional rush moves / counters
• Questionable instincts and overall awareness
Injury History:
• Missed one game with a sprained ankle in 2011
Notes:
Was a two-year starter for the Trojans --- Named 1st Team All-Pac-12 in 2011 --- Led the Pac-12 in sacks in 2011 --- Could project to either defensive end or outside linebacker at the next level depending on the scheme --- 35 reps of 225 pounds in the bench press --- A workout warrior who really opened some eyes with combination of size, speed and strength at the Scouting Combine --- Inconsistent and too reliant on natural ability so must work on rounding out skill set but potential is undeniable --- One of the most dynamic pass rushers in this class.
NFL Player Comparison: Justin Houston
| Career Statistics |
| Year |
GP |
TKL |
TFL |
SACK |
| 2008 |
RS |
- |
- |
- |
| 2009 |
13 |
24 |
9.0 |
8.0 |
| 2010 |
12 |
25 |
7.5 |
4.0 |
| 2011 |
12 |
54 |
13.0 |
9.5 |
| Totals |
37 |
103 |
29.5 |
21.5 |
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