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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…

2011 Pro Day Results: March 26, 2011 Miami Damien Berry, RB, Miami Height: 5-10. Weight: 206. Projected 40 Time: 4.40. Combine 40 Time: 4.59. Pro Day 40 Time: 4.45. Benchx225: 23. Vertical: 33.5. Broad: 10-0. Projected Round (2011): 7-FA. 3/27/11: Damien Berry shed five pounds since the Combine. That helped improve his 40 time, as…

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…

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…

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…

Strengths: Very intelligent with good technique Mirrors defenders well Athletic and agile Gets to second level Would excel in zone-blocking scheme Durable 4-year starter – three at left tackle High character Weaknesses: Needs to put on a little weight Has to improve run blocking Powerful bull-rushers are a problem Must get stronger Footwork only average…

Strengths: Elite size and long arms Great hands Leaper who wins jump balls Does a good job tracking passes Evasive after the catch with good vision Willing to work the middle of the field Played in pro-style offense Experience against high level of competition Weaknesses: Must bulk up Needs more strength for downfield blocking and…

Strengths: Great size – tall with long arms Agile former basketball player Pushes pocket and penetrates Able to shoot gaps Anchors well against the run Good pass rusher Scheme and position versatile Weaknesses: Rushes with power; needs to learn moves Tendency to get caught upright Did not compete against elite competition Has to get stronger…

2011 Pro Day Results: March 25, 2011 South Florida Terrell McClain, DT, South Florida Height: 6-2. Weight: 291. Projected 40 Time: 5.13. Combine 40 Time: 5.02. Pro Day 40 Time: 4.82. Benchx225: 29. Vertical: 28. Arm: 32 3/4. Projected Round (2011): 3-4. 3/26/11: Terrell McClain had a phenomenal Pro Day. He dropped two tenths off…

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