Kip Lewis, LB, Oklahoma: 2027 NFL Draft Prospect Profile & Scouting Report
1. General Information
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Name |
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Position |
Linebacker (LB) |
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Jersey Number |
#10 |
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Class |
Redshirt Senior |
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School |
Oklahoma |
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Height / Weight |
6’1″ / 226 lbs |
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Hometown / HS |
Carthage, Texas / Carthage HS |
2. Career Statistical Breakdown
Defensive Production
|
Season |
Team |
Conf |
Class |
G |
Tackles |
TFL |
Sacks |
FF |
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2022 |
Oklahoma |
Big 12 |
FR |
2 |
2 |
0.0 |
0.0 |
0 |
|
2023 |
Oklahoma |
Big 12 |
R-FR |
13 |
66 |
4.0 |
1.0 |
0 |
|
2024 |
Oklahoma |
SEC |
R-SO |
13 |
82 |
9.0 |
2.5 |
1 |
|
2025 |
Oklahoma |
SEC |
R-JR |
13 |
97 |
11.0 |
3.0 |
1 |
|
Total |
41 |
247 |
24.0 |
6.5 |
2 |
3. NFL Combine Testing Projections
Projected baseline physical metrics for the 2027 NFL Draft cycle based on his verified collegiate production and athletic profile as a versatile linebacker.
- 40-Yard Dash: 4.52 – 4.62 seconds
- Vertical Jump: 34.0″ – 36.0″
- Broad Jump: 9’10” – 10’2″
- 10-Yard Split: 1.55 – 1.60 seconds
- Bench Press: 20 – 24 repetitions
4. Scouting Notes
Background Profile
Kip Lewis is a dependable, high-IQ linebacker from the perennial powerhouse program at Carthage High School in Texas. Since arriving in Norman, he has developed into the “quarterback” of the Sooners’ defense.
With 41 career appearances and nearly 250 total tackles, Lewis provides a wealth of experience in high-leverage situations, having successfully transitioned his game from the Big 12 to the SEC during his collegiate tenure.
Key Strengths
- Positional Versatility: Excels at reading the quarterback’s eyes in zone coverage while maintaining the physicality required to scrape over the top and make tackles in the run game.
- Reliability: A consistent tackler who rarely misses assignments, providing the “floor” and stability that NFL defensive coordinators prioritize in their middle-linebacker rotation.
- Production Growth: Steadily increased his tackle-for-loss and sack numbers every year, showcasing an evolving ability to be a disruptive presence in the opponent’s backfield.
- High Football IQ: Shows quick recognition of offensive formations and pre-snap indicators, allowing him to put himself in position to make plays before the snap.
Developmental Focus
As he approaches the 2027 draft, Lewis’ developmental focus is on increasing his explosive burst to the ball carrier, particularly in space. While his technique is sound, adding a slightly more aggressive “attack” mentality when meeting blockers in the hole will help him win in traffic. Continued refinement of his hand usage to shed blocks from NFL-caliber linemen will be the final step in his evaluation as a potential top-tier inside linebacker.
Draft Countdown Film Notes
pending
All-Star Game Notes
pending
Combine/Pro Day Measurables
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