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Strengths: Relentless in pursuit Lower and upper body strength Speed with a burst Reliable tackler Proven pass rusher with a few moves Smart with high football IQ Good character with leadership qualities Experienced 3-year starter Factor on special teams Weaknesses: Does not excel against the run Struggles changing directions Needs to do a better job…

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Strengths: Athletic and instinctive Great leaping ability Quick feet Uses long arms to knock away passes High football IQ Durable Punt return skills Weaknesses: Interception skills lacking Press coverage needs improvement Inadequate recovery speed Prone to falling for double moves Hitter more than a tackler Summary: Aaron Williams is a skilled player who just needs…

Strengths: Elite athlete Speed and short area quickness Explodes off edge Gets off blocks Pass rush skills Long arms Forces fumbles Scheme versatile Plenty of upside Weaknesses: Run defense needs improvement Inconsistent snap reaction Lacked production against top competition Only two years of college football Suspended for 2010 season Medical – benign tumor removed in…

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…