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Defensive Tackle | Senior | Northwestern 
John Gill
Height: 6-31/8 | Weight: 302 | 40-Time: 4.90
John Gill | Northwestern Wildcats
Official Bio

Stars
Strengths:
Above average athleticism...Adequate height and bulk...Terrific speed and quickness...Able to penetrate the backfield...Active with a great motor...Uses his hands well...Versatile...Durable...Tons of experience.

Weaknesses:
Needs to get stronger...Average instincts and awareness...Not a great pass rusher...A limited repertoire of moves...Has some trouble getting off of blocks...Is not real stout at the point...Wasn't overly productive.

Notes:
Was a four-year starter for the Wildcats...Named Honorable Mention All-Big Ten in 2007 and 2008...Was suspended for a short time as a senior for violating team policy...A three-technique who could also project to defensive end in a 3-4 scheme...Will attempt to follow in the footsteps of Northwestern alums  such as Luis Castillo & Barry Cofield.


Career Statistics
Year GP TKL TFL SACK
2005 12 26 1.0 0.0
2006 12 40 4.0 2.0
2007 12 50 8.5 4.0
2008 12 44 9.5 4.0
Totals 48 160 23.0 10.0

 


   
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