Strengths:
• Good size w/ rangy frame, long arms and big hands
• Smooth athlete with good speed to cover back half
• Is very strong with a muscular, yoked up physique
• Tough and a reliable tackler who strikes with power
• Terrific instincts, awareness and overall football IQ
• Can locate and make plays on the ball in coverage
• Versatile and played multiple positions in college
• Smart w/ great work ethic and leadership ability
• Will also offer a lot of potential on special teams
• Productive and durable with a ton of experience
Weaknesses:
• Is a bit stiff and pad level tends to rise at times
• Does not flip his hips fluidly when transitioning
• Struggles to match up with WR's in man coverage
• Average quickness, agility and change of direction
• Poor hands and is not really much of a playmaker
Injury History:
• None of Consequence
Notes:
A four-year starter and team captain for the Fighting Irish --- Nickname is "Hayseed" --- Could project to either free safety or strong safety at the next level --- Also saw extensive action at linebacker early on in college career --- 2006 Gatorade Player of the Year in Tennessee --- Is the only player in Notre Dame history to record at least 200 tackles, 15 tackles for loss and 15 pass breakups --- Profiles as a potential starter but should at the absolute least be an excellent backup and gunner on special teams --- Possesses a prototypical blend of physical tools and top intangibles and is comfortable both in the box and in centerfield.
NFL Player Comparison: David Bruton
| Career Statistics |
| Year |
GP |
TKL |
PBU |
INT |
YDS |
| 2007 |
RS |
- |
- |
- |
- |
| 2008 |
13 |
57 |
7 |
0 |
0 |
| 2009 |
12 |
69 |
4 |
0 |
0 |
| 2010 |
13 |
93 |
7 |
7 |
54 |
| 2011 |
13 |
90 |
10 |
0 |
0 |
| Totals |
51 |
309 |
28 |
7 |
54 |
|
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