If your favorite team had problems stuffing the run last year, pray that they do the smart thing on draft day and use their first round pick on a defensive tackle. Hurry, folks, step right up and read about a quartet that is sure to go in the first round, because if you are looking for quality later in the draft, you will find more suspects than prospects residing there. With the conventional 4-3 defense back in vogue, teams are looking for mammoth, physical and tall linemen who excel at stuffing the run and tossing offensive guards around as if they were bean bags. Critical in a 4-3 alignment is having a dominating two-gap tackle who has sudden initial movements to penetrate the backfield and wrap tackle the ball carriers from behind. Speed is very important in your two-gap tackle, as generally he will spend the day wreaking havoc on the offense. He must be able to get very combative with his arms inside and be able to stack the pile in order to control the line of scrimmage. Thanks to Florida's Gerard Warren's decision to bypass his senior year, teams in need of a quality tackle are almost assured of finding one in the first round. Even though some teams expressed disappointment that the 330-pound Warren "ran only" 5.05 in the 40-yard dash, he has that explosive initial burst to create the havoc needed, whether playing in a one-or-two-gap system. Teams are also going ga-ga over Georgia's tandem of Richard Seymour and Marcus Stroud, but some organizations are convinced that Seymour's quickness and lack of brute strength may be better served at defensive end. The other down lineman expected to hear his name called in the first round is Damione Lewis, who should capably carry on Miami's tradition of producing quality interior linemen (Warren Sapp, Cortez Kennedy, Jerome Brown) that went on to All-Pro recognition in the NFL. The next best tandem have injury concerns that have more than one team labeling them as medical risks. Maryland's Kris Jenkins has had neck problems in the past, but he's hoping that his fine performance in post-season all-star games have put those injury concerns to rest. Texas' Shaun Rogers has battled minor injuries during his career, but a nagging ankle injury had him looking like Long John Silver, at times, last year. Alabama's Kenny Smith (knee) and Texas Tech's Kris Kocurek are others that will see their draft status affected by their medical report. Thanks to a lack of quality defensive ends and their own impressive speed, tackles like Kris Jenkins, Richard Seymour, Stanford's Willie Howard and Iowa's Anthony Herron could all be taken as defensive ends, rather than as tackles. Northwestern's Javier Collins could make a total switch, as some teams consider him a potential offensive lineman. The four teams that still use the 3-4 alignment will give serious consideration to Kansas State's Mario Fatafehi, Texas' Casey Hampton, Minnesota's John Schlecht and Texas A&M's Ron Edwards as potential replacements on their roster. If sleepers "warm your form," your favorite team could pull a draft surprise as small college standouts Tyrone Robertson (Hinds College), Randy Chevrier (McGill), Claude Davis (Central Oklahoma) and Doug Sims (Hawaii) are getting a lot of attention as draft day approaches. Some other first-day draft potentials could come from the likes of Willie Howard, Casey Hampton, Ohio State's Ryan Pickett, who could have been the top defensive lineman in the 2002 draft behind Tennessee's John Henderson, if he stayed in school, and Mario Fatafehi. Southern California's Ennis Davis was regarded as the "cream of the crop" here a few years ago, but he has yet to return to form after 1998 knee surgery. He could slip into the draft's second day, joining Kenny Smith, Mississippi State's Willie Blade, John Schlecht, Cincinnati's Mario Monds and Ron Edwards in waiting for the phone to ring.

THE POSITION REPORT CARD The addition of Gerard Warren greatly helps the upper level of talent at the defensive tackle spot, but there are not as many blue chip prospects emerging here as teams had originally hoped. Look for a run on defensive tackles during the draft's first day. On the second day, the small college defenders should take center stage, as that is when you draft on potential. I give this position a B grade, as I am not sold on the playing ability of the Georgia tandem (Seymour and Stroud) as others are and feel that Shaun Rogers and Kris Jenkins will not be drafted as high as they should due to medical concerns.

THE CREAM OF THE CROP
#61-GERARD WARREN University of Florida Gators 6:03.1-327
ANALYSIS…Positives...Consistent high-level performer...Has a wide, powerful frame with a muscular physique...Has a sudden change of direction to string plays wide...Gains advantage on the blockers with his low, hard charge off the snap...Quickly gets his hands into the offensive line- man's chest, tossing the aside like rag dolls...Quickly diagnoses the play and never hesitates in his forward charge...Has the power to stack and control the inside running game at the line of scrimmage...Warren Sapp-type who has an incredible closing burst and superb agility for a player his size...Motor is constantly running...Defeats blocks with ease thanks to a devastating hand punch...Shows sharp snap in his hip turn and rolls off the line to jolt blockers on impact...Despite seeing constant double coverage, he prides himself on his ability to push the pocket...Has an outstanding burst when closing and the long arms needed to engulf the ball carriers.

Negatives...Needs to stay in control, as he tends to over-pursue on plays when flashing towards the quarterback...Maintains balance vs. the low blocks, but needs to show better hand usage to prevent opponents from attacking his feet..Takes some plays off at times, but can also be very dominant...Gets frustrated a bit when his initial move does not work, needing to develop a little bit of patience in his game...Has had problems with the coaching staff in the past, resulting in a suspension and a benching.

CAREER NOTES…The anchor of the Gators' defensive line and their best prospect on that unit since Kevin Carter (St. Louis)...Played in 35 games for Florida, earning 22 starting assignments as he logged action in 1748 plays...Relentless in pursuit, collecting 30 stops behind the line of scrimmage and 47 quarterback pressures during his career, including 25 stops and 42 pressures in his last two seasons…Finished his career with 159 tackles (91 solos). REMINDS ME OF…Oakland's Darrell Russell. GAZING INTO THE CRYSTAL BALL…For my money, he's the best defensive prospect to come out of the SEC in a few years, but like Russell, you have to really motivate this kid to get him going. I mean, if he really played up to his potential, would you think a sorry team like Arizona would be looking to trade down on draft day instead of taking this guy. Boom or bust type, but that was the same deal when Russell came out, also.

THE BEST OF THE REST
#92-DAMIONE LEWIS University of Miami Hurricanes 6:02.5-297
ANALYSIS…Positives…Wide-framed athlete who plays with impressive quickness off the snap...Pursues until the whistle and is known as an all-out hustler...Has great hand strength, delivering a punishing jab to disengage from the blockers...Shows excellent balance and body control turning upfield...Can generate tremendous force upon impact and fights pressure continuously on the pass rush...Has that explosive short burst needed to collapse the pocket and get to the quarterback...Reacts to the plays instantly and has the strength to split double coverage.

Negatives…Tries to overpower the blockers too much, spending too much time battling before disengaging...His insistence on beating his man constantly leads to him being engulfed by the larger blockers...Will over-pursue at times, thanks to his aggressiveness and needs to play under control better, so as to not be taken out of his "game."

CAREER NOTES…The four-year starter struggled with injury problems as a senior, but still managed to lead a formidable defensive unit that allowed only 112.8 yards per game rushing in 2000...Started 42 games during his career, finishing with 220 tackles (91 solos), 15.5 sacks for minus 89 yards and 31 stops for losses of 200 yards. REMINDS ME OF…Green Bay's Russell Maryland. GAZING INTO THE CRYSTAL BALL…Georgia fans will string me up for rating Lewis over their coveted tandem of Seymour and Stroud, but with Lewis, I know what to expect, while the Bulldog duo have too many inconsistencies in their game. If Green Bay can't trade up, what better way to groom a Russell Maryland clone than having him learn from the original!

THE MOST UNDERRATED
#57-KRISTOPHER "KRIS" JENKINS University of Maryland Terrapins 6:04.4-305 ANALYSIS…Positives…Very agile and powerful lineman who shows impressive aggression flashing into the backfield...Uses his hands properly to get a good push off blockers...Uses his raw power to toss blockers aside with consistency...Has developed an array of spin moves and has learned how to stay low coming out of his charge, making him much more effective on shooting the gaps...Has fluid lateral agility and plays until the whistle...His combination of power and quickness, combined with his emergence as a pass rusher in his senior year could see him shift to defensive end at the pro level.

Negatives…Tends to go upright when his initial move does not work, resulting in him losing leverage on the play...While class room smart, he still needs to develop an instinctive feel for the ball...Can be knocked off balance by a hand jolt, as he keeps his feet too close together...Has to understand that he can't try to overpower his man on each play, as it tends to take him out of the action.

CAREER NOTES…Emerged as a dominating pass rusher in his senior year...Moved into the starting lineup as a sophomore, but a shoulder injury that season took more than a year to heal before he returned to form in 2000...Finished his career with 154 tackles (92 solos), 9.5 quarter-back sacks and 24 stops behind the line of scrimmage while earning 27 starting assignments. REMINDS ME OF…Tampa Bay's Warren Sapp. GAZING INTO THE CRYSTAL BALL…Best value pick of any tackle in this draft. He is just starting to come into his own and has that two-gap run-stuffing ability down pat, to go along with very impressive pass rushing skills. If a team moves him to end, they'' have another Robert Porcher on their hands.

THE MOST OVERRATED
#99-ENNIS DAVIS University of Southern California Trojans 6:03.6-303
ANALYSIS…Positives...Smart, productive tackler with good initial quickness off the ball... Recognizes plays easily and is very alert in locating the ball...Has the power to stack and hold the plie at the line of scrimmage...Shows proper use of hands to gain leverage and the foot agility to generate fluid lateral movements...Stuffs and sheds quickly, thanks to s forceful hand jolt... Decisive in pursuit and goes low in his tackles to stop ball carriers at the line...Displays impressive power behind his hits...Has a burst to knife into the backfield and the acceleration to zero in on the quarterback once he penetrates...Hard worker in the weight room...Maintains body control on the move and has an explosive first step off the snap.

Negatives...More of a push rusher than one that displays technique...Lost a little quickness due to 1999 reconstructive knee surgery...Plays a little "soft" at times, leaning into blockers rather than trying to maul them...Can disappear for stretches, struggling to disengage when challenged by multiple blockers...Takes awhile to get into gear when he has to make pass rush adjustments on the move...Lacks suddenness coming out of his stance in order to penetrate and disrupt when shooting the gaps...Needs to refine his torso with more muscle tone.

CAREER NOTES…The three-year starter has been a disruptive force in opposing backfields since his sophomore year...Playing at less that 100% in 1999 due to reconstructive knee surgery, Ennis decided to bypass the draft that year to dedicate himself to rehabilitating for the 2000 campaign... Played in 48 games, starting 35 contests for the Trojans...Finished his career with 146 tackles, 15 sacks and 36 stops for losses of 115 yards...Also deflected thirteen passes. REMINDS ME OF…Forrest Gump's box of chocolates (with this guy, you never know what you are going to get)…Alright, you want me to compare him to a player, don't you. Well, in that case, try future Denver Bronco Chester McGlockton. GAZING INTO THE CRYSTAL BALL…Now is as good as time as any for this kid to start playing up to his awesome ability. Much like McGlockton, he showed us flashes of brilliance earlier in his career before trying to do his best imitation of "Where's Waldo."

THE SUPER SLEEPER
#99-ANTHONY HERRON University of Iowa Hawkeyes 6:03.0-279
ANALYSIS…Positives...Muscular athlete with a thick frame with a well-defined upper torso...High energy athlete who is very quick off the snap, easily slipping by blockers on stunts...Shows good arm power as he consistently out-muscles blockers in one-on-one situations...Very effective knifing through traffic, feeling pressure to react well while shedding blocks downfield...Chases hard to the opposite side of the field, determined to punish ball carriers with his forceful tackles... Shows a sharp short area burst and is very comfortable making plays on the move...Displays the foot speed to get into the gaps, using his explosion to quickly flush the quarterback out of the pocket...Could shift inside to tackle at the pro level to take advantage of his agility and balance and punishing wrapup tackling ability, but his quickness may be best served coming off the edge at end, especially in a 3-4 defensive alignment.

Negatives...Has size limitations vs. the bulkier blockers...Sometimes has problems locating the ball carrier...Gets to the quarterback effectively on stunts, but struggles when using his hands to get off blocks...Some teams feel that he can play inside at tackle, but he will need to add bulk to his frame in order to compete there at the next level.

CAREER NOTES…Started at defensive end since the end of his sophomore year... Collected 172 tackles with ten sacks and 19 stops behind the line of scrimmage. REMINDS ME OF…Indianapolis' Ellis Johnson. GAZING INTO THE CRYSTAL BALL…If he sneaks into the third round, don't go scratching your head (unless you used Head & Shoulders first), as this kid is rapidly moving up on the draft charts. Realistically, he's a fourth rounder, but his edge quickness has some teams eying him as a possible end. Very determined player who I feel will be a better pro than former Hawkeye, Detroit's Jared DeVries.

FIRST DAY DRAFT POSSIBILITIES
#93-RICHARD SEYMOUR University of Georgia Bulldogs 6:04.5-301
ANALYSIS…Positives…Called by the coaching staff the team's workaholic...Has an incredible burst off the snap, showing fluid running skills as he searches out and drags down the ball carriers in the backfield...Has a powerful frame that still is developing...Very strong standing up the blockers as he penetrates...Extremely aware of the ball's presence and has the strength to control multiple blockers at the line, in order to free up the edge rushers...Has the hip swerve and roll-old jolt with his hands to ride blockers back in an instant...Moves well through traffic, displaying a superb closing burst...Despite playing an interior position, he excels as a pass rusher, as he has the speed to easily collapse the pocket...Attacks quarterbacks with a vengeance and uses his long arms to get his fair share of pass deflections at the line...Outstanding tackler who uses his leg drive to blast through ball carriers.

Negatives…Plays a little upright at times, causing himself problems when trying to disengage from the multiple blockers...Has the power to defeat blocks, but sometimes tends to take too long battling his initial opponent, rather than using his hands to separate and get to the ball.

CAREER NOTES…Moved into the starting lineup midway through his sophomore year...Joined Marcus Stroud in forming the premier defensive tackle tandem in college football over the last two years...He's a remarkable athlete with exceptional quickness off the snap for a player his size... Played in 41 games for the Bulldogs, earning 25 starting assignments....Finished his career with 223 tackles (106 solos), 9.5 sacks, 34 stops behind the line of scrimmage and 35 quarterback pressures. REMINDS ME OF…Denver's Trevor Pryce. GAZING INTO THE CRYSTAL BALL…He's more comfortable at tackle, but his speed is better suited for end. If he needs a history lesson, he should look at how bad Tampa Bay's Marcus Jones struggled as a tackle and was almost cut by the Bucs before salvaging his career as an end. Word is that Arizona loves this kid, but only if they trade down, as he's not worth the money a second overall pick will get.

#97-MARCUS STROUD University of Georgia Bulldogs 6:04.5-302
ANALYSIS…Positives…Big-framed athlete with the bulk and strength to stuff the middle...Has the size and aggressive nature to simply dominate the opponent...Explodes off the snap, using his power to contain blockers at the line of scrimmage...His quick initial burst allows him to easily penetrate into the backfield...Excels at collapsing the pocket and displays quickness in his closing burst on the quarterback...Delivers a forcefully hand punch coming out of his stance to disengage from the blocker...Has outstanding pass rush speed, easily splitting the double team coverage...Fires low off the snap and maintains balance well while stacking up the inside running game...Diagnoses the play with no hesitation.

Negatives…Immature player who still has a lot of growing up to do (seems to strive on getting attention)... Does not always have his "motor" running, as he will give up on plays, at times... Consistency has been lacking from his game, but it is sometimes hidden by his raw talents...Plays high off the snap in pass rushing situations, causing blockers to lock on low to ride him out...Has good lateral agility, but will not use it all the time, as he tends to not pursue the ball for distance... He will give up the battle early with the blocker if his initial move does not work...Needs to be prodded a lot, as he will take plays off due to adequate work habits...Needs to develop an all-out effort in order to match his athletic ability if he wants to make it big at the next level.

CAREER NOTES…Joined Richard Seymour in giving the Bulldogs the premier defensive tackle tandem in college football the last two years...More of the line's "sheriff" as he constantly battled multiple blockers in order to free up his other line mates...Played in 43 games at Georgia, earning 29 starting assignments at the left tackle position...Collected 142 tackles (77 solos) with 6.5 sacks and 19 stops for losses of 76 yards...Despite seeing constant double coverage, he registered 55 quarter- back pressures during his career, with seven of them resulting in interceptions...Known for his athletic ability, Marcus was a nightmare for the passing game in other ways, collecting 17 pass deflections during his time in a Georgia uniform. REMINDS ME OF…ex-Buffalo Bill Ted Washington. GAZING INTO THE CRYSTAL BALL…I know teams like fireplugs at nose guard, but I just feel he's better suited to play the nose than at tackle. He relishes seeing double-team blocking, but has to stay involved all the time. Give him a breather and he'll disappear for long stretches during the game, though.

#73-SHAUN ROGERS University of Texas Longhorns 6:04.4-331
ANALYSIS…Positives…Late bloomer who has overpowering strength coming off his blocks... Displays impressive quickness for a player his size, generally getting upfield...Uses his arm strength to penetrate and disrupt in the backfield...Uses his size to create advantages in one-on-one situations...Has a good sense for blocking schemes and quickly reacts to get back into the play when ridden wide...His bulk allows him to gain leverage vs. double-team action and uses his power to create a pile...Engages and sheds prpoerly with his hands...Strikes hard in tight quarters and can easily level the quarterback with his sudden burst.

Negatives…Gets out of control at times trying to get to the quarterback, over-pursuing the plays...Has had a long history of battling weight problems, as he is not dedicated to keeping himself in shape... When he plays at above 310, he loses the quickness off the snap that usually makes him most effective...Lacks the stamina to make the upfield tackles, laboring to get into gear when moving away from the line...Needs to get more aggressive in his pass rush moves, as he seems content to let the play come to him...Must also continue his improvements in his work ethic, as the off-season sees him generally put on a lot of extra pounds.

CAREER NOTES…Big, strong and physical defender who "has the ability to simply take over the game," according to Texas defensive coordinator Carl Reese...Started 20 of 41 games he's played in for the Longhorns, ranking third on the school's career-record list with 53 stops behind the line of scrimmage...Collected 199 tackles (108 solos) with 14 quarterback sacks and 54 pressures during his career...One of the major reasons the team limited opponents to only 94.0 yards per game rushing in 2000, the lowest figure by a Longhorn squad since 1983. REMINDS ME OF…Jacksonville's Gary Walker. GAZING INTO THE CRYSTAL BALL…There has to be more to this kid's medical than an ankle injury to have so many teams shying away from him as a first rounder in recent weeks. Sure, he fed off the double-team blocking that Casey Hampton absorbed for him, but he was still pretty productive.

#64-CASEY HAMPTON University of Texas Longhorns 6:01.0-321
ANALYSIS…Positives...Throwback to another era when players competed with injuries that would sideline most people...Wide-framed tackler with a thick chest, wide hips and big thighs...Has sudden movements to get on the edge of a blocker...Very instinctive, reacting quickly to running schemes...Knifes through the line with explosion...Easily defeats the isolated blocker with strength and all-out effort...Loves getting on the center's head, as it allows him to burst quickly into the backfield to push the pocket...Very effective at flushing the quarterback out...Stacks the run at the point of attack, coming off the snap with a low, powerful leg drive...His low center of gravity allows him to gain leverage and opponents must use double-team blocking in order to contain him...Very active with his hands, working them across the face to defeat blockers.

Negatives...Shorter than ideal and this causes problems when trying to fill the rush lanes and the center gets assistance in blocking him out...Can push the pocket, but seems to lack the closing burst needed to get to the quarterback consistently...His size could be a problem in a two-gap system...While he delivers punishing hand swipes in closed quarters, he can get reckless while operating in space...Does not possess sustained speed, working better in the short area...Arms are shorter than ideal (31 ½-inch length)... Needs to lose some bulk to increase his stamina.

CAREER NOTES…The two-time All-American is one of the strongest defensive linemen in college football, boasting a 465-pound bench press...Tough, durable field leader who started 37 straight games for the Longhorns...Became the first defensive lineman to lead the team in tackles two consecutive seasons (1999-2000)...Team with Shaun Rogers in 2000 to give the team its first defensive tackle tandem to earn All-Conference (Big Twelve) honors since Ray Dowdy and Greg Ploetz in 1971 (Southwest)...Simply dominates vs. the run, as Texas allowed only 110.9 yards rushing per game in 1998, 105.7 yards in 1999 and 94.0 yards (lowest since 1983) in 2000...Was a prep tailback before gaining 50 pounds prior to his junior season in high school...Finished his career with 43 starts in 50 games... Recorded 329 tackles (177 solos) to rank eleventh on the school's all-time record list...His 329 hits were the most by a down lineman since Steve McMichael totaled 369 (1976-79)... Registered 9.5 sacks for minus 74 yards and 54 stops for losses of 173 yards... Only Kiki DeAyala (60, 1979-82) had more tackles behind the line of scrimmage in the history of Longhorn football...Also registered 56 quarterback pressures and caused nine fumbles. REMINDS ME OF…Former Houston Oilers great Curly Culp, the godfather of all nose guards. GAZING INTO THE CRYSTAL BALL…Dirt is the color of his uniform. Bright red is seen in his eyes as he zeroes in on the quarterback. If Curly Culp has been reincarnated, Casey Hampton is him. What a PERFECT fit for New England's interior line problems. Hey Buffalo, you pay attention too.

#79-RYAN PICKETT Ohio State University Buckeyes 6:02.3-297
ANALYSIS…Positives...Muscular defender with a large chest and thick arms...Plays at a high intensity level... Stays low coming out of his stance and shows good hand punch to jolt and disengage from blockers...Maintains position vs. the inside rush, displaying the hip snap and body control to keep his balance while striking...Shows good leverage and pad level on the pass rush and is very effective at pushing the pocket...Has an explosive short burst to flush out the quarterback out of the box.

Negatives...Seems to lose concentration at times...Does not easily diagnose the plays and hesitates before moving when asked to slide across the line to string plays wide...Gets good separation in isolated coverage, but has problems getting bumped out and washed down vs. multiple blocking situations...Knows how to penetrate the backfield, but does more chasing rather that wrapping up the quarterback.

CAREER NOTES…Three-year starter, lining up at both tackle positions during his career...Proven run stuffer with a relentless attitude...Finished his career with 109 tackles (72 solos), eight sacks for minus 39 yards and 20 stops for losses of 67 yards in 37 contests. REMINDS ME OF…New Orleans' La'Roi Glover. GAZING INTO THE CRYSTAL BALL…This kid could have been "the man" next year as one of the top picks in the draft. Let's hope his progress is not retarded in the NFL as he sits on the bench. He's just not ready for prime time yet, folks, but in a few years, watch out.

#77-WILLIE HOWARD Stanford University Cardinal 6:03.3-298
ANALYSIS…Positives…Great leader both on and off the field...Has good size, strength and explosiveness for a player his size...Shows the ability to put pressure on the quarterback, separating in the open with a surge...Has a quick first step and superb body control...Looks instinctive and plays to locate the ball...Splits and redirects with leverage...Adjusts and reacts well to defeat the low blocks...Very active sliding down the line...Aggressive, drag-down tackler who is very effective wrapping up the ball carrier...Gets his arms up quickly to deflect the short passes and is very quick with his hands...Has the power to press through the double blocks.

Negatives…While instinctive, it takes a little time for him to diagnose the play at times...Has problems holding ground at the point of attack in run force as he comes up too high from his stance, exposing his chest to the hand punch...Despite his power, he is not consistent in stuffing the run...More of a soft body type, needing to dedicate himself to the weight room in order to add muscle tone...Has poor workout habits, evident by his frame...Limited in his lateral agility thanks to a bulky brace he wears on his surgically repaired left knee.

CAREER NOTES…Came to the school as an offensive guard recruit, but moved to the defensive line as a fresh-man, starting every game (45, including bowls) he has ever played in for the Cardinal...Tough athlete who has performed with injuries that would sideline most athletes...The vocal leader of the defensive line, nicknamed the "Trench Dogs," Willie is only the fourth defensive lineman in school history to earn All-Pac 10 Conference first-team honors in consecutive years, joining Kailee Wong (1996-97), Duncan McColl (1975-76) and Paul Wiggin (1955-56)...The 1999 Morris Trophy winner finished his career with 187 tackles (115 solos), 22.5 sacks for minus 136 yards and 40 stops for losses of 172 yards. REMINDS ME OF…Detroit's James Jones. GAZING INTO THE CRYSTAL BALL…Like Jones, I love his run containment skills, but too many teams are talking about moving him outside to end. His bulky knees would prevent me from doing that to the kid. He will be a good contributor, but he's seen the last of post-season awards during his college career. While good, he "ain't all that."

SECOND DAY DRAFT POSSIBILITIES
#75-MARIO FATAFEHI Kansas State University Wildcats 6:02.1-307
ANALYSIS…Positives…Player who combines aggressiveness with brute strength to create an explosive surge off the snap...Very quick and agile for a player of his size... Maintains a low center of gravity to fill the inside lanes vs. the running game...Anchors and neutralizes blockers by taking advantage of his leg drive...Strong hitter who uses his hands forcefully to shed...Very difficult to handle in one-on-one situations as he will constantly battle until the sound of the whistle (and then some)... Delivers a punishing hand jolt as he slides down the line of scrimmage...Uses his foot speed well to take a sidestep to defeat a blocker as he attacks the gaps...Very effective bull rusher with an array of rip-&-swim moves...Plays on raw ability, but shows quickness reacting to the running plays...Keeps his pad level down to maintain strength vs. the double coverage.. Has the lateral agility to chase down the ball carriers...Closes quickly on the quarterback, showing great foot agility to collapse the pocket...Excels in the two-gap system, where he can better generate pressure on the pass rush.

Negatives…Not that "field smart" at times, over-pursuing the plays as he lacks sharp stop-&-go action...Is susceptible to angle blocks and traps...Needs to stay low in his initial charge off the line, as he tends to get upright, which causes blockers to get their hands into his chest...Exposes too much of his body when trying to defeat blocks, tending to keep his arms "short" rather than extending them to get a proper push off his man...Has to improve his hand usage, as blockers know they can attack his feet without him countering.

CAREER NOTES…Mainstay at the weakside defensive tackle position for the Wildcats, starting 24 straight games since transferring from Snow College...Has drawn comparisons to Seattle's Cortez Kennedy for his explosive quickness and ability to collapse the pocket, despite seeing constant double coverage...In two years at Kansas State, he registered 128 tackles (71 solos) with 12 sacks for minus 90 yards and 26 stops for losses of 117 yards. REMINDS ME OF…Oakland's Grady Jackson. GAZING INTO THE CRYSTAL BALL…This was the reason the Wildcats had so much success stuffing the run the last two years. He gives all-out effort on every play and while projected as a second-day draft pick, don't be surprised if a team like San Diego or San Francisco pops on him much earlier.

#96-WILLIE BLADE Mississippi State University Bulldogs 6:02.4-312
ANALYSIS…Positives…Raw talent with the leg drive and power to play inside...Has the strength to push the pocket and uses his hands well to gain leverage on the blockers... Shows good explosion off the snap...Works hard in pursuit and maintains position when meeting blockers head-on.

Negatives…College defensive end who lacks the agility to change directions...Has clumsy feet, spending a lot of time tripping over himself...Does not have that sudden burst needed to play on the edge... Has a hard time grasping anything more than a simple defensive scheme...Tends to wait for the play to develop on his side of the line of scrimmage rather than initiating a surge into the backfield.

CAREER NOTES…Late bloomer who emerged as a senior after injuries hit the Bulldogs' defensive line...Began his career at Northwest Mississippi Community College before transferring to Butler County College as a sophomore...Joined Mississippi State in 1999, seeing action at nose guard and defensive tackle before shifting to right defensive tackle and left defensive end in his final year...Finished his two-year MSU career with 79 tackles (43 solos), five quarterback sacks and 13 stops behind the line of scrimmage. REMINDS ME OF…Chicago's Jim Flanigan. GAZING INTO THE CRYSTAL BALL…The sleeping giant awakens! In his last three games, especially the Independence Bowl, it looked like he met Elizabeth Hurley and made a pact with the devil (movie, Bedazzled, watch it, it's stupid, but fun) as he played like a man possessed. Hope- fully, he can carry that "mojo" over to the pro level.

#88-KENNY SMITH University of Alabama Crimson Tide 6:03.1-289
ANALYSIS…Positives…Powerful player who has great acceleration into the backfield...Has a disruptive short burst, using his arms well to escape blocks...Shows good urgency going for the ball and is very effective making plays behind the line of scrimmage...Quick to react to the plays and makes proper foot adjustments sliding down the line...Defeats blocks consistently with his hand punch and leg drive...Has the speed to chase down ball carriers from behind...Good wrapup tackler who shows effort in taking proper angles to the ball.

Negatives…More of a one-gap type, having difficulties shedding in the two-gap...Has problems holding his ground at the point of attack, as he feet seem to go out from under him (possible side effect to 2000 preseason knee surgery)...Lacks true defensive tackle strength, but may not have the agility to play the edge...Very inconsistent, making a big play and then disappearing for stretches...Has good balance, but needs to develop better lower body power to prevent from being ridden wide (lower frame is very light).

CAREER NOTES…Has been a steady contributor on the defensive line since his freshman season...Hard worker who is always in the film room analyzing his upcoming opponent... Has made great strides in the team's weight room, adding muscle to his frame over the years... Finished his career with 177 tackles (103 solos), 10.5 quarterback sacks, 35 stops behind the line of scrimmage for losses of 138 yards and 60 quarterback pressures...Also blocked three kicks. REMINDS ME OF…Buffalo's Pat Williams. GAZING INTO THE CRYSTAL BALL…Seems more comfortable playing the nose, where he can better utilize his speed, but like Williams, 290-pound nose guards are not exactly the rage in the NFL. Also convinced his knee injury saw his best play left on the college football field.

#93-JOHN SCHLECHT, JR. University of Minnesota Gophers 6:00.1-279
ANALYSIS…Positives…One of the toughest run stuffers in the game...Extremely explosive off the snap...Quick to get into the gaps to disrupt the plays...Very light on his feet, showing superb ball instincts and the ability to react with no hesitation...Very strong at the point of attack...Simply impossible for blockers to move him out due to his powerful leg base...Tough closer with the speed to catch ball carriers from behind...His power gives him constant leverage over the blocker and his long arms allow him to stack opponents at the line...Has a relentless motor and a desire to always be around the ball...Combines power with blazing quickness to generate explosive hits upon contact...Throws a lot of motion on the blockers and displays excellent spin moves on the pass rush...Has that raw power needed to pull and jerk the blockers out of the way...Maintains separation on the move and zeroes in on the quarterback as if the opponent has a traget built into his chest.

Negatives…Has a little bit of Sir Lancelot in him off the field, but has gotten in trouble for it (involved in a couple of bar fights coming to the defense of friends)...Can get too reckless at times, over-pursuing the play due to his intent on destroying the quarterback, rather that wrapping him up...Has never tested positive for steroid use, but still, there are rumors to that in his past...His size could pose problems in a 4-3 defense, limiting him to nose guard duties in a 3-4 scheme.

CAREER NOTES…High-energy player in the mold of St. Louis Rams standout D'Marco Farr...Originally began his career at St. Cloud State, as many of the major college programs failed to recruit him coming out of high school, claiming he was "too short" to play at that level...In three years as a starter for the Gophers, he set a school career-record with 43 stops behind the line of scrimmage...Finished his career with 177 tackles (115 solos), 11 sacks for minus 69 yards and nine pass deflections in 35 games. REMINDS ME OF…ex-St. Louis Ram D'Marco Farr. GAZING INTO THE CRYSTAL BALL…Much like Blade and Kenny Smith, he looks more of the nose guard part, but lacks the bulk to play there. Will be a very capable reserve, but I also see a Jason Fisk-type (Titans) starting material hidden in there somewhere.

#90-JULIUS "TYRONE" ROBERTSON Hinds Community College Eagles 6:03.5-294 ANALYSIS…Positives...Strong, aggressive defender with impressive lower body strength... Generates a strong surge off the snap, showing the explosive first step to gain advantage on the blockers...Has a good feel for blocking schemes, using his hands with force to keep opponents from attacking his feet...Has the overall strength and short area quickness to flash into the backfield to flush out the quarterback...Shows urgency getting to the ball and the balance to defeat blocks coming off the edge...Keeps his feet when chasing down ball carriers in the backfield.

Negatives...Played tackle, but seems to struggle too much with multiple blocks to be effective playing inside in a two-gap system...Gets tied up and stuck on blocks at times, especially when his initial move does not work...Has the speed to make the chase in lateral pursuit, but needs to take better angles to the ball as he tends to fall to the ground a lot when trying to move through tight quarters...Has to develop better arm swipes to prevent blockers from stranding him at the line of scrimmage.

CAREER NOTES…What a long, strange trip it has been for both the Grateful Dead's Jerry Garcia and Tyrone Robertson...One of the most highly sought recruits coming out of high school, he had to spend the 1997 season at Fork Union Academy improving his academics before enrolling at the University of Georgia in 1998...Redshirted that year, but proved to be an invaluable performer filling in when injuries hit the Bulldogs' defensive line in 1999...Again fell victim to poor academics and was forced to transfer to Hinds (Miss.) Community College in 2000...He then re-enrolled at the University of Georgia for the upcoming 2001 season, but decided to forgo college for the pro ranks when the Bulldogs fired coach Jim Donnan. REMINDS ME OF…Green Bay's Santana Dotson. GAZING INTO THE CRYSTAL BALL…Much like Dotson, he could be a very effective compliment to a dominating tackle, but never be considered the "number one guy," which is cool, as he has the size and power to be very effective shooting the gaps. Just another case of a former Georgia product who could not deal with the garbage from the previous coaching staff, deciding it was better to test the pro waters than start all over again. This is where the compensation picks at the end of the seventh round could reap a nice reward for some team.

#90-DALEROY STEWART University of Southern Mississippi Golden Eagles 6:03.1-310 ANALYSIS…Positives…Strong, physical tackler with surprising mobility for a player his size... Very alert, showing good ball awareness...Has the quickness to pass rush from the edge and the leg drive to stack the inside running game...Possesses fluid lateral agility for pursuit and flashes an explosive short burst to the quarterback.

Negatives…Tends to get lazy in the weight room, leading to some excess poundage... Lacks the instincts needed to diagnose the play...Struggles a lot to get proper hand usage, as blockers generally get underneath to ride him wide...Lacks wrapup tackling form, rather relying on crashing into the ball carrier to bring him down...Pass rushing ability shows promise, but again, due to a lack of proper hand technique, he is not consistent as he should be in this area.

CAREER NOTES…Fine run stuffer who has also excelled on the special teams coverage units... Finished his career with 121 tackles, 6.5 quarterback sacks and 23 stops behind the line of scrimmage, earning eleven starting assignments. REMINDS ME OF…New York Jets' Jason Ferguson. GAZING INTO THE CRYSTAL BALL…Will never be the star he thinks he is, but has enough redeeming qualities to get a look later in the draft.

#96-RONALD "RON" EDWARDS Texas A&M University Aggies 6:02.6-298
ANALYSIS…Positives...Very quick off the snap, creating problems for an isolated blocker with his array of spin moves...Very effective shooting the gaps, rolling his hips properly while keeping his balance working inside in run support...Uses his speed to penetrate and push the pocket... Comfortable in the two-gap alignment, which frees him up to work off the edge...Has quick and flexible move-ments combating in pursuit.

Negatives...Needs to apply himself...Has a lot of talent, but will generally "coast" through the action...Very quick coming off the edge, but needs to be focused in order to display those skills... Lacks play recognition ability...Comes out of his stance too high, not using his hands properly to keep blockers from getting into his chest...When he does use his hands, he struggles to shed and disengage because he's determined to out-muscle the blocker rather than technique him...His intensity level is lacking, except when someone lights a fire under him...Rarely finishes his job when flashing into the backfield, seeming content to just flush the quarterback out rather than attack.

CAREER NOTES…The anchor of the Aggies' defensive line, starting 35 consecutive regular season games at the nose guard position...One of the quickest down linemen in college football...Recorded 121 tackles (53 solos) with ten sacks for minus 66 yards and 23 stops for losses of 122 yards during his career. REMINDS ME OF…Chicago's Mike Wells. GAZING INTO THE CRYSTAL BALL…If this kid could ever produce on the field to match his impressive athletic ability, he'd be awesome. Alas, he earns this year's "looks like Tarzan, plays like Jane" tag.

#90-ERIC DOWNING Syracuse University Orangemen 6:03.1-296
ANALYSIS…Positives…Quick penetrator who attacks with good body lean...Explosive in his initial contact and does a nice job of keeping his shoulders squared while playing down the line...Very strong run stuffer who shows the lateral agility to string plays wide...Shows good shed quickness, using his strength properly to get a push off the blockers...Maintains balance and holds his position firmly, anchoring with his powerful legs vs. plays directed at him.

Negatives…Lacks football awareness skills...Despite his power, he has difficulties in disengaging from blockers...Likes to sidestep contact, at times...Needs to improve his stamina, as it looks like he runs out of gas late in the game...Needs to gain confidence in his football skills...Flashes into the backfield quickly, but his lack of arm extension prevents him from getting to the quarterback (see amount of pressures vs. sacks ratio).

CAREER NOTES…Late bloomer who was originally signed to attend Syracuse in 1996, but did not qualify academically...Enrolled at Coffeyville Junior College before returning to the Orangemen in 1998...Two-year starter (22 games) who finished his career with 113 tackles. REMINDS ME OF…Cincinnati's Oliver Gibson. GAZING INTO THE CRYSTAL BALL…Pittsburgh likes this kid, feeling he could play the one-gap as effectively as Gibson did before bolting to the Bengals. He needs to show better stamina late in games before I can label him as an NFL player.

OTHERS TO WATCH OUT FOR
#90-MARIO MONDS University of Cincinnati Bearcats 6:02.6-333
ANALYSIS…Positives...Wide body with thick limbs and outstanding quickness...Gains instant leverage with his explosive initial step...Has the leg drive and lower body power to split double-team blocking and uses his hands with force to jolt and disengage...Has a great short area burst to flush the quarterback out of the pocket and steps up to fill the rush lanes with authority...Has the size and strength to push the pocket and a nifty inside spin move to create the sack.

Negatives...Despite his great speed, he does not show that relentless effort to function at a high level on every play...Even though he has impressive power, he plays "soft" coming off the snap, not using his arm swipes to shed...Seems to stop suddenly upon contact, hesitating before redirecting...Lacks football instincts, taking too long at times to diagnose the plays...Does not have the hip snap or lateral agility to make plays down the line...Struggles to maintain position when going after blockers upfield...Will turn 25 during the course of the 2001 season.

CAREER NOTES…Gifted athlete with incredible quickness for a player his size...Began his career at Hutchinson (Kan.) Community College, sitting out the 1998 season before joining the Bearcats in 1999...Made 53 tackles (31 solos) with 10 sacks for minus 96 yards and 23 stops for losses of 121 yards during his two seasons at Cincinnati.

#95-SHAWN WORTHEN Texas Christian University Horned Frogs 6:00.5-306
ANALYSIS…Positives...High production tackler with a thick chest and wide hips...One-gap type who is very effective working in the short area...Solid run stuffer who flashes to the play with leverage...Uses his hands properly to engage and shed blocks...shows good quickness coming off the edge... Drops his hips and hits on the rise in run force...Keeps his feet free from blockers and delivers punishing hand swipes coming out of his stance...Collides with ball carriers with a thud, using classic wrapup tackling techniques to secure and bring down...Has a good short burst and quick feet to push the pocket.

Negatives...Lacks the quickness to be effective outside the short area...While he can push the pocket, he lacks the motor to consistently collapse it...Loses concentration a lot, unless he's right in on the action...Works better over the center's head, getting bounced around quite a bit when taking on double coverage...Does not play up to his potential, taking plays off for long stretches, but some feel this is due to a lack of endurance...Has had problems with discipline from coaches in the past...Plays a little too high coming out of his stance, spending too much time battling to keep blockers off his legs because of it.

CAREER NOTES…Three-year starter at strongside defensive tackle, answering the opening gun in 34 contests during his time with the Horned Frogs...One of the strongest players in the country, boasting a school-record 530-pound bench press...Closed out his career with 132 tackles (71 solos), 7.5 sacks for minus 49 yards and 32 stops for losses of 108 yards...Also credited with 38 quarterback pressures.

#76-RANDY CHEVRIER McGill University Redmen 6:01.6-293
ANALYSIS…Positives...Stout, powerfully built athlete with a wide chest and thick arms... Generates sudden movement off the snap, gaining leverage advantage with his explosive leg drive...Has a good feel for the blockers in front of him and shows good instincts tracking the ball through traffic...Has great inside rush ability, using his arm swipes and hand punch to lock on and rock the blockers back on their heels...Flawless deep snapper with quickness (0.63 second average) and consistency (never had a botched snap in five years) on his attempts...Hard, drag-down tackler who plays at a low pad level...High-motor type who shows lots of fight and effort knifing through the line...Has a strong desire to punish the quarterback once he clears the line with his short burst.

Negatives...Struggles to handle combination blocks, losing balance when having to move laterally in order to contain the outside run...Not a consistent separation defender, needing to better utilize his functional strength in order to get through the pile...Lacks the lateral agility to consistently chase down the ball carriers...Has had several off-field incidents (stabbing that proved life-threatening) that makes his judgement questionable...Does a nice job of leveraging blockers, but he lacks the change of direction skills and balance to consistently break down the play...Needs to add some more rush moves, as he generally will rely on his straight-ahead speed...Quickness sometimes does not translate to the football field.

CAREER NOTES…One of the most decorated players in school history, winning 23 major awards during his career with the Redmen...Holds the school's all-time record with 20.5 stops behind the line of scrimmage...Versatile athlete who has started at defensive tackle, end, Rush end and nose guard...Added close to 65 pounds of muscle to his frame since arriving on campus in 1996...Has also seen action as a blocker on offense in short-yardage and goal-line situations...One of the premier deep snappers in the collegiate ranks...His superb athletic skills saw him receive an invitation to perform on Canada's national bobsleigh team in 1999...Played in 40 games, making 157 tackles (82 solos) with ten quarterback sacks.

#91-DERRICK CHAMBERS University of Florida Gators 6:03.7-306
ANALYSIS…Positives...Certainly looks the part with his physique, quickness and strength...Has natural raw power to stack and control vs. the inside running game...Shows impressive lateral agility in pursuit and the acceleration to chase down plays at the opposite end of the field...Uses his hands well to separate and has that short, sudden burst needed to collapse the pocket...Has worked to develop counter moves to use after initial contact... Compensates for coming out his from his stance a little bit high by delivering power on contact with fluid hip snap and at the proper pad level.

Negatives...Hopefully, this is not another "looks like Tarzan, plays like Jane" type of player...Has a poor release off the snap and does not always look instinctive in diagnosing the plays...Slow to digest the outside action, appearing very tentative when engaging double blocks...All-out effort type with good strength, but needs to fend off blocks and shed quicker...Has to work on using his hands better to keep blockers off his feet... Struggles to clear the lanes in traffic and gets very frustrated when his initial burst is sustained...His major problem could be an inability to sink his hips properly in order to get that low surge coming off the ball...His high stance allows blockers to ride him wide too often...His career has been marked by one great game, followed by a string of listless performances (in 2000, he all but disappeared, despite starting nine games-see below).

CAREER NOTES…Experienced fifth-year senior with 24 starting assignments in the 43 games he played in for the Gators...Has seen action at both defensive tackle and end... Finished his career with 63 tackles (42 solos) and 18 stops behind the line of scrimmage.

#98-RICKIE SIMPKINS, JR. Syracuse University Orangemen 6:02.4-304
ANALYSIS…Positives…Natural run stuffer with explosive leg drive...Powerful in his initial strike...Uses his hands well to neutralize blockers...Holds his ground firmly vs. the inside running game...Comes off the ball with a hard, low charge...Shows proper knee bend while pressuring the gaps...Has a very strong arm-under pass rush move...Has the leg drive to push the pocket on the pass rush.

Negatives…Erratic in pursuit...Has trouble shedding and redirecting off contact...Ducks his head at times when engaging blockers...Gets too upright trying to generate a spin move...Sometimes over- extends, which causes him to lose balance...While aggressive with his hands, he still needs to polish this technique.

CAREER NOTES…Three-year starter who excels at containing the inside running game...Finished his career with 30 starting assignments in 38 games, recording 161 tackles (68 solos) with seven quarterback sacks, 15 stops behind the line of scrimmage and 34 quarterback pressures.

#75-CLAUDE DAVIS University of Central Oklahoma Bronchos 6:01.6-277
ANALYSIS…Positives...Powerful athlete with broad shoulders, a thick chest and solid overall body definition... One-gap defender who shows quickness coming off the edge.. .Uses his strength and sudden burst to gain advantage while knifing through traffic into the backfield...Has the instincts to quickly read the plays and target the opponent with the ball...Best when on the move after the snap...Uses his hands with force to gain leverage... Does a nice job staying low to collide and wrap up ball carriers in tight quarters...Has the initial burst to get upfield and the flexibility and hip roll to be very effective on stunts.

Negatives...Needs to improve his stamina, as he tends to "run out of gas" quickly as the game goes on...Loses concentration at times, but has the short area speed to recover...Plays too high when engaging double team blocking, losing his balance when trying to escape...Better tackler in closed quarters than while working in space...While he delivers a solid hand jolt, he does not use his hands effectively when trying to disengage...Even though he has impressive strength, he needs to get into much better shape to alleviate his stamina problems...Age could be a negative factor, as he will be 21 by the start of training camp.

CAREER NOTES… Late bloomer who spent two years in the Army and five years away from the game before embarking on his college football career in 1998...Moved into the starting lineup midway through the '98 campaign, using his awesome strength to dominate the action in the trenches...Recorded 201 tackles (87 solos) with 22 quarterback sacks for minus 159 yards and 47 stops for losses of 195 yards in three seasons with the Bronchos.

#97-DOUGLAS "DOUG" SIMS, JR. University of Hawai'i Warriors 6:01.6-357
ANALYSIS…Positives…Unheralded athlete with incredible quickness for a player his size...Very light on his feet, using his explosive initial burst to easily slip past blocks... Shows good field awareness to avoid angle blocks and traps...Leads with his hands coming off the snap, using the effectively to separate... Locates the ball and maintains balance working through traffic, doing a fine job of not exposing his body to the hand punch...Active in pursuit, taking proper angles...Gets a good gap surge and shows impressive activity from the backside...Uses his frame and power well to squeeze the pocket...Shows great agility redirecting to the inside and the pursuit quickness to make plays upfield...Keeps his shoulders squared moving laterally.

Negatives…Still raw in regards to pass rushing, needing to improve on keeping his feet moving while engaging...Raw, but has real tools...Inconsistent in his pursuit efforts, lacking the spin ability to get to the ball...Needs to do a better job of getting off the low blocks...More of a run containment type, looking a little sluggish when trying to redirect outside.

CAREER NOTES…Another in a line of great junior college discoveries by coach June Jones and his coaching staff...Called "Big Business" by his coaches and teammates, Doug got "down to business" as the team's primary run stuffer...A consummate team player whose ability to constantly handle double coverage resulted in his fellow linemates getting free to wreak havoc in the backfield... The massive run stuffer has outstanding quickness and raw power and has yet to tap his vast potential...Began his collegiate career at Laney (Cal.) Junior College...Two-year starter for the Warriors, finishing his career with 55 tackles (27 solos), a quarterback sack and eight stops behind the line of scrimmage.

#54-MARCUS BELL University of Memphis Tigers 6:01.3-299
ANALYSIS…Positives…Outstanding run stuffer who has an explosive burst off the snap...Anchors firmly vs. multiple blockers...Fights hard & refuses to yield ground at contact...Tough, aggressive defender who is very effective moving laterally…Has a forceful hand push that gets him past blockers regularly…Takes advantage of his raw power to tie up multiple blockers, thus freeing up the ends to penetrate the backfield...Very alert, sensing the holes at the line well and has a knack for zeroing in on the fumbled ball.

Negatives…Shorter than ideal, limiting him to a 3-4 or "eagle" tackle defensive scheme...Stamina is a concern, as he tends to run out of gas late in games...A little clumsy moving in the open... Turns his back at times, when tending to shed blockers.

CAREER NOTES…Late bloomer whose insertion into the starting lineup brought about an instant improvement for the defensive unit...Despite having only 20 games as a starter, he finished his career with 34 tackles behind the line of scrimmage and ten sacks from the demanding nose guard position...Collected 209 tackles in his 42 games as a Tiger.

#80-JACE SAYLOR Michigan State University Spartans 6:05.3-301
ANALYSIS…Positives...Solid-effort performer with good overall strength...Shows an effective short area burst...Stay-at-home type with a strong lower base to anchor...Extends his arms properly and plays at a good pad level going low to make the tackle...Hard worker in the weight room...Takes advantage of his leaping ability and large hands to bat down more than a fair share of passes at the line of scrimmage.

Negatives...Dyslexia causes problems grasping a play-book...Lacks keen football instincts and is forever late coming off the snap...Has limited quickness past the line of scrimmage and lacks awareness on what to do once he flushes the quarterback out of the pocket...Loses leverage when he stands upright after the snap...Shows minimal change of direction skills and seems to trip over his feet in his upfield pursuit...Weight room totals do not translate to the football field, as he lacks the strength to hold his position or the proper hand usage to protect his legs and disengage from low blocks...One move pass rusher who constantly is cut by blockers who get their hands into his chest...Has a very hard time escaping double coverage due to improper arm extension and minimal hand usage...Has had problems with his lower back in the past.

CAREER NOTES…Hard worker in the weight room who began his career as a defensive end before shifting inside to tackle during his junior campaign...Recorded 175 tackles (77 solos) with eight sacks for minus 40 yards and 20 stops for losses of 62 yards during his career...Appeared in 46 games for the Spartans, earning 28 starting assignments.

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