2013 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Johnathan Hankins

Strengths: Very disruptive Excellent at shedding blocks Great size Phenomenal run-defender Stout at the point of attack Nice burst off the snap Good quickness; surprises offensive linemen Pursues well with closing speed Physical Plays with good pad level Nice athleticism for his size Can be effective versus double-teams Scheme versatile Could fit as an end…
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2013 NFL Draft Scouting Report: John Jenkins

Strengths: Overwhelming size and strength Can’t be moved off line of scrimmage Tremendous run-defender Surprising explosiveness Extremely rare athlete Good quickness Quick feet Good get off Can collapse the pocket as a pass-rusher Fabulous bull rush Huge bulk Constantly fills his gap Very agile Requires multiple blockers Perfect fit as a zero-technique in a 3-4…
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2013 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Jarvis Jones

Strengths: Fabulous edge pass-rusher Fast off the edge Instincts Great pursuit linebacker Lives in the backfield Constant source of pass pressure Consistently produces splash plays Excellent at stripping the ball out for forced fumbles Skilled at shedding blocks Chases running backs down from the backside Has some pass-coverage potential Great motor Experience against double-teams Disruptive…
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2013 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Josh Gordon

Strengths: Excellent size Solid hands Physical Dangerous with ball in his hands Picks up yards after the catch Is a red-zone weapon Good third-down receiver Leaping ability Scheme versatility Weaknesses: Will his speed translate to the NFL? Quickness? Year-long suspension for drug issue Runs too upright Raw, unpolished Summary: Gordon is an interesting athlete who…
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2013 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Justin Hunter

Strengths: Great size Reliable hands Leaping ability Can make tough, contested receptions Good route-runner Enough quickness to get separation Good run after the catch ability Scheme versatility Red-zone weapon Very explosive before 2011 knee injury Polished, well-rounded receiver Experienced in a West Coast offense Experienced as an X and Z receiver Received good preparation for…
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2013 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Johnathan Franklin

Strengths: Elusive, shifty runner Speedy back with a burst Enough speed to break off long runs Stronger than one would think Finishes runs well Good feet Quickness to the second level Skilled route-runner Soft hands Ready to contribute in the NFL Good blitz-protection ability Strong hands Nice cutting ability Good body-lean Runs with good balance…
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2013 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Jesse Williams

Strengths: Good athlete Decent bull rush Powerful upper body Can destroy single blocks Hard to move off line of scrimmage Constantly fills his gap Good fit as a zero-technique in a 3-4 Plays with good pad level Scheme versatility Experienced Weaknesses: Zero pass-rush ability Top heavy Shedding blocks Weak against double teams Short arms (32.08)…
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2013 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Kawann Short

Strengths: Good pass-rusher Fast, quick Capable of taking games over Can be dominant Plays with good pad level Good feet Quick get-off Good use of hands Repertoire of moves Able to use hands and feet at same time Has the ability to shed blocks Can beat double-teams Plays with good strength Athletic Can be extremely…
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2013 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Kenny Vaccaro

Strengths: Instinctive Quickness Man-coverage ability on tight ends and slot receivers Fluid; can flip his hips and run Covers a lot of ground Always around the ball Solid run-defender Natural playing in the box Good height and length Should be able to play quickly Experienced & successful against good college talent Good blitzer Versatile Athletic…
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