2012

Strengths: Extremely athletic Closing speed Phenomenal blitzer Versatile linebacker Explosive Reliable tackler Quick first step Finds the football Well-built Should be able to cover tight ends, running backs Covers a lot of field Very disruptive when firing a gap Creates splash plays attacking downhill Three-down linebacker Could star on special teams Read-and-react skills Weaknesses: Must…

Strengths: Receiving ability Advanced blitz protection skills Good vision Quickness Can contribute on all three downs Quick feet Nice cutting ability Experienced Solid production Nose for the end zone Weaknesses: Ball security; has some issues with fumbling Runs too upright Body lean At times runs like a big back, but lacks the size/power Not overly…

The following chart comprises the 2012 NFL Pro Day results. Rather than separate each prospect by school, I thought I’d group them together by position and then have notes at the bottom of the table. I’ll be posting 2012 NFL Pro Day results throughout the month of March as they roll in. Follow me @walterfootball)…

The following chart comprises the weigh-in numbers for the tight ends at the 2012 NFL Draft Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. 40 Times: In prior years, I explained on Twitter (@walterfootball), the official 40 times were incorrect, and they were proven false via the NFL Network’s simul-cam. The issue appears to have been corrected, so I…

Strengths: Big target; presents a size mismatch Leaping ability Good blocker Physical with defensive backs Attacks the football Adept at finding soft spots in zone Red-zone weapon Reputation as a good locker-room presence Good body control Route-running Experienced; battle-tested Tough; played with a broken hand Nice fit in a West Coast offense Weaknesses: Playing speed…

Strengths: Versatile Violent player Hard hitter Very physical with receivers Reliable tackler Instincts Can play low in the tackle box Extremely aggressive Doesn’t back down against anybody Operates well in zone Covers a lot of ground Finds the football Well-built Fast, underrated foot speed Finishes plays well Can cover tight ends in man Reputation as…

Strengths: Nice combination of speed and power Big-play threat Very elusive; dodges lots of defenders Great stop-start ability Has some real explosiveness Quick to the hole Plus vision Athletic Agile Can handle a large amount of carries Excellent cutting Good receiver Quality blocker in blitz protection Picks up yards after the contact Extremely well built…

Strengths: Raw speed to turn the edge Agility to sink his hips/shoulder Explosive Quick get-off Extremely athletic; has the athleticism to play in space Good start on a repertoire of moves Can drop into coverage Quality length Big upside Weaknesses: Inconsistent Needs more strength to stay as a 4-3 end Ability to stop a drive…