Strengths

• Provides some secondary interior pass rush, getting most penetration when playing three technique.
• Lower than offensive lineman on every short-yardage play. Good agility and ability to change direction for his size.
• Strong tackler. Has good power in hands and can anchor, shed, and chase.
• Strength gives ends a chance to twist inside and linebackers free lane to the passer on blitzes.
• 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.

Weaknesses

• Average athletically with average straight line speed and tight hips. Not a natural bender. Lacks secondary pass-rush moves.
• Lacks closing speed and inconsistent quickness off the snap prevents him from being an elite pass rusher.
• He struggles with leverage off the snap and plays too tall, limiting his effectiveness as a pass rusher.
• Misses tackles, even when he gets his hands on the ballcarrier. Needs to improve hand placement and technique.
• Must improve hand use and read-and-react skills. Lacks the violent hands to shed and can be eliminated by double-team blocks.

Kevin Atkins percentiles vs other Defensive Tackle's (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)