Strengths

• He has good reaction skills and awareness. Forceful tackler vs. the run.
• Tough between-the-tackles defender who shimmies past blockers to fill lanes. Downhill, aggressive run-stuffer with enough strength to stop ballcarriers in the hole.
• Gives effort between the tackles to find the ball and is willing to take on linemen.
• Spends a lot of time outside the box in coverage, but he has the strength to hold the edge against large tight ends and linemen.
• Brings down quarterbacks much bigger than he is. Very good motor and regularly chases down plays from behind.

Weaknesses

• Lacks elite quickness and change-of-direction ability to handle NFL slot receivers after initial contact.
• Attacks the line but needs work on stacking and shedding blocks.
• Limited athlete, lacks NFL playing speed and isn't explosive. Consistently a step behind in pursuit.
• Chase speed is below average, and he gets too upright as a pass rusher - needs to play with better leverage.
• Chase speed is below average, and he gets too upright as a pass rusher - needs to play with better leverage.