Grade
?- 6'2" Height
- 32 3/8" Arm Length
- 221LBS. Weight
- 9 1/2" Hands
Overview
Schofield was a two-year starter for the Badgers and had a breakout season in 2009. He has a good combination of size, strength and athleticism. He is a tough, hardnosed player with good instincts and technique. He uses his hands well to ward off blockers as well as locating the ball quickly to stay active to the pile. He has shown versatility, playing with his hand on the ground and as a stand-up outside linebacker. He shows good edge quickness, pass rush moves and counters but isn't elite in this area. Schofield has good balance, lateral quickness and agility to be an effective zone coverage defender but again may be a liability in combination man schemes. He is a solid run-support defender with power on contact but isn't fluid to work through trash in pursuit. Schofield is a good football player who brings versatility to a defensive unit, but with an ACL injury sustained at the Senior Bowl his draft status is uncertain.
Analysis
Weaknesses
Tore his ACL at Senior Bowl practice in January. Lined up in a three-point stance in college and will have to learn to play in space and drop in coverage. A bit top heavy and lacks the lower body strength to be stout against power running schemes.
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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. |
