Positives: Unique build for a defensive tackle. ... Relatively trim middle with good definition in his upper and lower. ... Rare straight-line speed for the position. ... Flashes good quickness off the snap. ... Good upper body strength to hold up at the line of scrimmage. ... Improved play recognition and motor as a senior after struggling in this area earlier in his career. ... Has improved his play throughout his career and has only two years of football playing experience prior to college. ... Dedicated weight lifter with school records on his resume for his strength. ... Obvious upside based on his athleticism and willingness to put in time in the weight room.
Negatives: Not the sum of his parts. ... Better athlete than football player to this point. ... Flashes good quickness off the snap, but fails too often to read his keys, opening holes in the defense. ... Good strength at the point of attack, but doesn't use his hands well to disengage and plays with an inconsistent motor. ... Lacks the bulk of many of today's massive tackles and can be moved off the line too easily, especially when he plays high.
