Strengths

• Played with good leverage, even on the nose, despite average bulk. Hustle defender with a good bull rush inside that can close and get home when quarterbacks leave the pocket.
• Plays with leverage at the point of attack whether inside or outside. Keeps eyes in the backfield when inside; moves linemen to either side with strong hands.
• Lower than offensive lineman on every short-yardage play. Good agility and ability to change direction for his size.
• Combines strength and footwork to fill holes inside, as well. Recovers from cut blocks or falling on his way to make a tackle.
• Can make the impressive chest-to-chest bear hug tackle in the hole due to his ability to wreak havoc in the backfield.

Weaknesses

• Not a quick-twitch player. Won't consistently threaten the edge. Few explosive qualities and lacks great initial burst or overall range for the position.
• Sees the ball well but is stuck on blocks when head-up; does not shed to make plays often enough.
• Lacks the speed to turn the corner consistently and is too often washed out by stronghanded blockers.
• Not overly flexible or loose. Limited, predictable pass-rush arsenal. Struggles to locate the ball at times and needs to do a better job with his read-and-react skills.
• Average athletically with average straight line speed and tight hips. Not a natural bender. Lacks secondary pass-rush moves.