Grade
?- 5'11" Height
- 32 1/2" Arm Length
- 236LBS. Weight
- 9 7/8" Hands
Overview
Sharpton had his most productive season as a collegiate athlete leading the Hurricanes with 106 tackles and 8.5 tackles for loss. Sharpton has had some durability problems in the past but was able to stay on the field for 12 games in 2009. Sharpton is a short well built player with good athleticism. He doesn’t have great range in pursuit or speed to the sideline but is very effective between the hashes. Sharpton is also limited in pure man coverage’s but could be effective in combination zones schemes. His size is a concern at the next level taking on larger blockers and will likely need to be covered up most of the time. He should give valuable depth to the position and contribute on special teams.
Analysis
Weaknesses
Sharpton lacks some height and bulk we like to see for an inside linebacker. Long range speed is only adequate. Durability is a concern as Sharpton’s dealt with injuries during his career. Doesn’t possess adequate instincts, takes too long to diagnose and can get caught out of position by misdirection players. His block protection is quesetionable at next level.
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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. |
