Grade
?24 REPS
Top Performer6.74 SEC
Top Performer4.13 SEC
Top Performer11.13 SEC
Top Performer
- 6'0" Height
- 29 1/2" Arm Length
- 205LBS. Weight
- 8 7/8" Hands
Overview
McCarthy was a productive two-year starter for the Irish defense. He has a good combination of size, strength and athleticism. He doesn't have ideal height but is instinctive and maintains leverage as a deep defender when going after the ball. He is a vocal leader who wins with toughness, instincts, intelligence and technique. He doesn't have great speed but is a good athlete for the position. His foot agility, balance and quickness enable him to be an effective zone-coverage defender. Kyle isn't an explosive hitter and wouldn't be a great in-the-box defender. He is a solid run defender, taking proper angles to the ball and is a reliable tackler. He has good ball skills and is natural to make plays in the passing game. McCarthy has limitations which likely will relegate him to a back-up role at the next level.
Analysis
Weaknesses
McCarthy only has average height and does not possess the speed to make plays all over the field. Hips are a little high at times and he is not effective in man coverage. Not an explosive tackler and will struggle to play in the box at the 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. |
