CNNSI.com NFL Draft 2002


 
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Tommie Townsend | DE | Arizona St. | Pacific-10 Conference
Height Weight 40 Grade
6'2 285 4.98 3.10
Former USC transfer that moved into the starting lineup as a senior posting numbers of 40/7.5/2 after totaling 25/3/1 as a junior when he started four games. Second team All-Conference selection as a senior.

Athletic and explosive lineman that can be used at either tackle or end. Quick off the snap with a great first step, plays with forward lean and moves well laterally. Fluid getting out to the flanks, displays range and can twist or stunt off the line of scrimmage. Works his way through the small creases and relentlessly pursues the action. Not strong at the point of attack, slow getting off blocks and easily locks up with opponents. Does not play with great balance and turned off the line by opponents. Does not have the height you'd like in a defensive end and must be placed next to a wide body on the inside if he's to be successful. Still, the light may have just gone on for him and he could be coming into his own. Late Seventh Round.

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