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Grade
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  • 6'7" Height
  • 37 3/4" Arm Length
  • 299LBS. Weight
  • 11 1/8" Hands

Overview

Geathers has great size and above average strength for the defensive line position. He is better defending the run than the pass when he plays with good pad level. Geathers is inconsistent keeping good knee bend and his pad level down to maintain leverage on blockers. He can generate power once he gets going but he isn’t explosive off the line of scrimmage. Geathers needs lots of work developing his hand use and pass rush package. His technique is lacking to separate and shed. He only flashes as a playmaker and is an inconsistent reactor. Geathers is somewhat of a project and will need time to develop. There are some character concerns that need to be checked out.

Analysis

Strengths

Geathers possesses impressive size for a defensive end prospect. Has enough strength to keep blockers off his body and effectively defend the run. Shows solid instincts when diagnosing and locating the football. Is a solid tackler and uses long arms to his advantage.

Weaknesses

Is not considered a high-character player. Is not consistently explosive with his get-off. Must improve his pass rush package and get better with his hands. Possesses below average athleticism for an end. Must watch his pad level. Overall technique needs polish.
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Grade Title Draft (Round) Description
96-100 Future Hall of Famer Top Pick A once-in-a-generation type prospect who could change how his position is played
85-95 Immediate Starter 1st An impact player with the ability/intangibles to become a Pro Bowl player. Expect to start immediately except in a unique situation (i.e. behind a veteran starter).
70-84 Eventual Starter 2nd-3rd A quality player who will contribute to the team early on and is expected to develop into a starter. A reliable player who brings value to the position.
50-69 Draftable Player 4th-7th A prospect with the ability to make team as a backup/role player. Needs to be a special teams contributor at applicable positions. Players in the high range of this category might have long-term potential.
20-49 Free Agent UDFA A player with solid measurables, intangibles, college achievements, or a developing skill that warrants an opportunity in an NFL camp. In the right situation, he could earn a place on a 53-man roster, but most likely will be a practice squad player or a camp body.
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