2014 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Kareem Martin

Strengths: Occasionally looks like a natural pass-rusher Has some pass-rushing moves Enough speed to get around the corner Good speed Closes quickly Flashes potential as a run defender Has some strength Experienced Quality run-defender who can hold the edge Uses bull rush to blow up runs in the backfield Good fit as a 4-3 base…
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2014 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Louis Nix

Strengths: Physical force at the point of attack Tough run-defender who can hold the edge Excellent run-defender Very strong Good burst off the snap Very quick for his size Closes well for a heavy tackle Ability to shed blocks Eats up double-teams Frees up edge rushers, linebackers Can play with good leverage Uses bull rush…
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2014 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Khallil Mack

Strengths: Natural pass-rush ability Phenomenal in pursuit Repertoire of pass-rushing moves Good speed to get around the corner Powerful bull rush Ability to shed blocks Strong hands, upper body, shocks offensive players Active hands, uses them at the same time as his feet Agility to sink his hips/shoulder Splash plays Creates turnovers: forced fumbles &…
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2014 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Kyle Van Noy

Strengths: Instincts Consistently produces splash plays Fabulous edge pass-rusher Fast off the edge Great pursuit linebacker Lives in the backfield Constant source of pass pressure Good burst off the snap Closes quickly Disruptive Causes havoc behind the line of scrimmage Uses hands well Can use his hands and feet at the same time Steady motor…
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2014 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Logan Thomas

Strengths: Powerful arm Can make all the NFL throws Dual-threat quarterback Athletic Quickness as a runner Tough to sack Tough to tackle as a ball-carrier Good runner in the open field Toughness Intangibles Weaknesses: Very inaccurate Ball placement Decision-making Turnovers Ball security Throws too many interceptions Summary: From a physical-talent perspective, Thomas has the best…
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2014 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Mike Evans

Strengths: Big-time play-maker downfield Dominant size Always open because of his size Play-maker, threat to score from anywhere on the field Fantastic body control Amazing along the sideline Superb at making contested catches over defensive backs Big target Leaping ability Physical with corners Attacks the football Adept at finding soft spots in zone Red-zone weapon…
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2014 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Martavis Bryant

Strengths: Height Length Competes for the ball Straight-line speed Good on jump balls Sideline receiver Red-zone weapon Third-down ability Athletic Upside Weaknesses: Raw Drops passes Route running Doesn’t play as physical as size indicates Summary: Many scouts were expecting Bryant to have a massive 2013 season for Clemson. DeAndre Hopkins left the team for the…
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2014 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Marqise Lee

Strengths: Great run-after-the-catch receiver Excellent route-runner Very polished Explosive play-maker in college Quickness Consistently gets separation Weapon on third down Can stretch a defense Quick release off of the line Plays hurt Plug and play; ready to contribute 3-year starter Big production Experienced and successful against elite college programs Experience in a West Coast offense…
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2014 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Marcus Martin

Strengths: Quality run-blocker Quick to the second level Pack a punch Agile Pad level Effective in double-teams Agile Hand strength Versatility Good balance Strong in short yardage Can match up on speed rushers Anchors well against bull rushers Long arms for a center Upside Experienced Weaknesses: Sustaining blocks Conditioning will always be something to monitor…
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2014 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Ra’Shede Hageman

Strengths: Physical force at the point of attack Tough run-defender who can hold the edge Excellent run-defender Very strong Eats up double-teams Has pass-rush ability Has some pass-rushing moves Enough speed to win Good burst off the snap Closes quickly Steady motor Ability to shed blocks Pad level Plays with good leverage Experienced Uses bull…
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