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Relentless, high revving lineman that plays through the whistle. Quick off the snap with a nice first step, plays with solid fundamentals and techniques, doing anything necessary to get to the ball carrier to make the tackle. Displays terrific football intelligence; reads and diagnoses the play, defends the run and disciplined even against option teams. Effective using his hands to stay off blocks, displays the ability to string the action out laterally and has a closing burst of speed. Also somewhat effective if dropped off the line of scrimmage into pass coverage on zone blitzes. Not big or bulky, slow adjusting off the initial block and easily knocked out of his angle of attack. Engulfed by bigger opponents, and though he's improved his ability to defend the run, still has difficulties if opponents direct the action straight towards him. May not have the great size but a solid and smart football player who will be an asset on the field or in the locker-room. Mid Second Round.