Grade
?4.64 SEC
Top Performer6.58 SEC
Top Performer
- 6'1" Height
- 30 1/2" Arm Length
- 203LBS. Weight
- 9 5/8" Hands
Overview
Grimm was a first-year starter for the Hokies. Cody is a short, stocky player with good athleticism. He lacks pop and power as a run-support player and gets engulfed at the linebacker position. He has good balance and lateral agility but lacks great range for a player of his dimensions. He is a solid reactor as plays unfold and understands angles and how to leverage the football. He reads route progressions well but is going to be a liability in man-coverage schemes due to his height, as well as his burst and pure speed. Grimm comes from a great football family -- his father is Cardinals assistant head coach Russ Grimm -- and wins with toughness, intelligence, instincts and effort but likely will be a backup and core special-teams player in the NFL.
Analysis
Weaknesses
Lacks adequate height and bulk and does not have the top end speed to make plays all over the field. Struggles to disengage from blockers and can be blown out of the play. Does not locate balls in the air well and will not make picks. A bit stiff in the hips and will be exposed by wide receivers at the next level in man coverage.
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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. |
