Strengths:
• Prototypical height and bulk with long arms
• Superb instincts and a very high football IQ
• Diagnoses quickly and takes proper angles
• Adequate speed with a nice burst to close
• Physical with terrific strength and power
• Is capable of delivering the knockout hit
• Excels going downhill versus the run game
• Solid awareness, range, hands, ball skills
• Tough, hardworking and a respected leader
• Lots of experience against top competition
Weaknesses:
• Is tightly-wound with average athleticism
• Misses some tackles, especially in space
• Can be too aggressive and wild at times
• Becomes less and less effective in space
• Battled injuries so durability is a concern
Injury History:
• Surgery to repair a torn pectoral muscle in 2010
• Surgery to repair double hernia after 2011 season
Notes:
A three-year starter and team captain for the Crimson Tide --- Named 1st Team All-SEC in 2009, 2010 and 2011 --- Was a unanimous 1st Team All-American in 2011 ---
Arrested and charged with second degree hindering prosecution, a misdemeanor, in March of 2011 --- A battle-tested strong safety with solid physical tools, fantastic football character and an impressive pedigree who was a cornerstone of one of the nations premier defenses --- Is definitely more of an in-the-box type but also flashed some range and playmaking ability in coverage during college career --- The clear-cut top safety prospect in this class and is ready to step into a starting job at the next level immediately.
NFL Player Comparison: LaRon Landry
| Career Statistics |
| Year |
GP |
TKL |
PBU |
INT |
YDS |
| 2008 |
12 |
16 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| 2009 |
14 |
74 |
11 |
7 |
125 |
| 2010 |
12 |
75 |
6 |
3 |
6 |
| 2011 |
13 |
68 |
7 |
2 |
14 |
| Totals |
51 |
317 |
24 |
12 |
145 |
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