Brandon Underwood SELECTED BY: Packers Round 6 (14)

SI Grade 3.62 GRADING SYSTEM

BIOGRAPHY: All-Conference selection as a senior after moving into the starting lineup and totaling 66/4/10. Also posted 4.5 tackles for loss and one sack. Spent his first three years at Ohio State, where he was reserve defensive back.

POSITIVES: Versatile defensive back finally hitting his stride on the field. Plays with good fundamentals as well as solid instincts. Reads the action, shows a sense of timing, and works well with cornerbacks or safeties. Makes plays sideline-to-sideline, covers a large amount of area on the field, and is very active in all aspects of the game. Possesses good ball skills and makes plays against the run or screen passes.

NEGATIVES: Not a sure handed tackler. Loses out in battles.

ANALYSIS: Underwood comes off a terrific season in which he was productive at both cornerback and safety. Non-rated by NFL scouting services coming into the year, he has pushed himself into the draft?s top four rounds, and has enough skill to play a number of positions in the secondary. He?s a top-120 choice who should see playing time as a rookie.

PROJECTION: Third Round