Scouting Report: Strengths

Strengths

• Plays fast, flows with the action, showing smooth lateral agility and short-area burst. Has good instincts and awareness to quickly find the ball.
• Good all-around athlete with very good short-area quickness and fluidity. Very good playing strength and has worked hard in the weight room, adding bulk and filling out his frame.
• Ferocious against the run and very good in coverage, is extremely versatile. Despite his build, he holds up well in traffic and makes a lot of plays by engaging a block, shedding, and pursuing.
• Can attack the edge with speed and has the flexibility to dip low and under the tackle's reach.
• Has very good playing speed and is fast in pursuit, chasing down the action with a closing burst. Coordinated and looks natural in space.
• Works hard to get better and gives top effort on every play. Heads-up defender who shows good field awareness.
• Has the combination of size and athleticism worthy of development.
• Does a nice job locating the ball and sticking with the play while working off blocks. Physical finisher.