Strengths

• Reads the quarterback to anticipate and is a candidate to play outside.
• Tougher between the tackles than many expect. Fluid and quick drop into zone, covers enough ground to be Tampa-2 "MIKE" and knows where the markers are.
• Combines very good instincts with above-average reaction skills. Almost always finds the ball in traffic.
• A bit stiff but makes the clean open-field tackle. Good effort in pursuit.
• Intelligent player who can play "MIKE" linebacker despite his lack of size because of his instincts and ability to find the ball in traffic.

Weaknesses

• Loses size battle to many tight ends and is easily pushed away on out routes.
• Occasionally overruns plays due to aggressive nature. Hesitates when facing running back Blocks while rushing the passer.
• Lacks the strength to blow up fullbacks and bulk/length to prevent getting engulfed by better linemen at the second level.
• Inconsistent hustle. Only adequate change-of-direction ability. Also loses his balance too often in the open field. Lacks size to bull rush stronger tackles.
• Must work on using violent hands and defeating cut blocks. Also needs to build a variety of pass-rush moves.

Kyron Johnson percentiles vs other Outside Linebacker's (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)