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2011 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Justin Houston

Strengths: Strong upper and lower body Long arms Solid tackler Proven pass-rushing skills; threat off edge Explosive off snap Speed to pursue Hard worker; workout warrior Experience as 3-4 linebacker and 4-3 end Weaknesses: Too focused on rushing passer Limited experience dropping into pass coverage – liability Tendency to quit if play is away from…
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2011 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Nick Fairley

Strengths: Bulk with frame to get bigger; long arms Quick off snap Explosive force Gap penetrator – makes plays behind line Plays angry, bull rusher Pursues laterally Solid against the run Decent speed for his size Good footwork Scheme versatile Weaknesses: Can gain lower body strength Only two seasons in FBS – one productive Needs…
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2011 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Phil Taylor

Strengths: Massive frame and carries weight well Great strength and power Violent, quick hands and uses them well Can push pocket with bull rush Run-stuffing anchor Space eater who occupies blockers Agile for his size with good balance Mean streak Scheme versatile nose tackle Weaknesses: Has dropped considerable weight, but still a concern Just one…
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2011 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Torrey Smith

Strengths: Speed – legit deep threat Quick with a nice burst Separates after the catch Tracks ball well Outstanding kick returner Solid character Weaknesses: Lacks route running experience Not enough strength to beat press coverage Should catch with hands more (small hands) Unlikely to make plays over the middle Limited run blocking skills Average height…
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2011 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Aldon Smith

Strengths: Long arms Athletic and quick with closing speed Explodes off edge Natural pass rusher Active motor Capable run defender Tough; plays through injury Potential 3-4 rush linebacker Weaknesses: Not powerful – lacking strength Misses tackles on occasion Lacks experience Has to mix up his pass rush moves Needs to add weight to play end…
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2011 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Tyron Smith

Strengths: Excellent pass blocker Long arms Athletic and displays good balance Moves well laterally Quick off snap Gets to the second level effectively Left tackle potential Plenty of upside Weaknesses: Not a powerful, driving run blocker Could use more lower body strength Must prove he can be effective after putting on weight Only two years…
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2011 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Mikel Leshoure

Strengths: Tough power back with thick build Good vision Patient runner Elusive Fights for extra yards Hits second level with speed Factor in passing game Potential three-down back Weaknesses: Only average speed Inexperienced taking handoffs in traditional offense Can improve receiving and blocking skills Runs high at times opening himself up to big hits Character…
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2011 NFL Draft Scouting Report: J.J. Watt

Strengths: Terrific size and long arms Relentless pass rusher Quick off line Good athlete – former tight end Strong run defender Scheme and position versatility High character leader with outstanding work ethic Plenty of upside Weaknesses: Still developing Inexperience hurts his instincts Has to develop pass-rushing moves Tackling skills need improvement Due to height needs…
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