NFL

Career Recap: After redshirting in 2009, Faulk saw his first playing time during the 2010 season. He made two starts at right tackle in the final two games of the year. Entering the 2011 season, the Tigers held a competition for the starting left tackle position after losing Joseph Barksdale to the NFL. Faulk won…

Strengths: Versatility Intelligence Work ethic Leader Winner Plays with great technique Pad level Tough run-blocker Developed run-blocking technique Excellent in short yardage Pulls well Gets to blocks on the second level Anchors well against bull rushers Recoverability Strong hands Long arms for inside lineman Sustains blocks Can mirror speed-rushers Quick in his drop Durable Experienced…

Strengths: Takeaways Splash plays Ballhawk Pass coverage Very instinctive Solid run-defender Reads a quarterbacks’ eyes Exceptional hands for a defensive back Covers a lot of ground in pass defense Versatile Can execute strong and free safety responsibilities Can play zone or man schemes Could cover tight ends and running backs in man coverage Good quickness…

Strengths: Productive pass-rusher Repertoire of moves Good ability to force fumbles Shedding blocks when pass rushing Quick get-off Athletic Lined up in a variety of spots Active hands Speed to turn the edge Agility to sink his hips/shoulder Experienced Strength Quality motor Ability to bull rush Scheme versatility Weaknesses: Not overly fast Not overly strong,…

Strengths: Power at the point of attack Run defense Strong; can push offensive linemen around Productive pass-rusher Repertoire of moves Shedding blocks Powerful, active hands Surprisingly good instincts Enough speed to turn the edge Can to sink his hips/shoulder Excellent motor Ability to bull rush Very disruptive Phenomenal closing speed Makes plays in and out…

Strengths: Elite run-blocker Absolute road grader, and devastating on the ground Tremendous short-area quickness Great at hitting blocks on the second level Excellent pass-protector Mirrors speed-rushers Anchors well Stonewalls bull rushes Powerful drive-blocker Great at pulling Intelligent Great technique with hand placement Textbook knee bend Rock-solid pass-protector Winner at collegiate level Excellent in short yardage…

Strengths: Natural pass-rush ability Phenomenal in pursuit Repertoire of pass-rushing moves Enough speed to get around the corner Decent bull rush Ability to shed blocks Active hands Agility to sink his hips/shoulders Splash plays Fantastic motor, goes balls to the wall for 60 minutes Plays with good pad level Does well as a pass-rushing defensive…

Strengths: Elite athleticism Explosive speed Extremely fluid Phenomenal playing in space Dangerous pass-rusher Extremely fast rushing off the edge Excellent ability to drop in coverage Very fast Quick twitch; sudden athlete Good tackler Excellent in pursuit Closes quickly Great length Frame to get bigger Has some ball-skills in pass coverage Intelligent; can learn multiple positions…

Strengths: Road-grading run-blocker Very powerful Ability to sustain blocks Extremely physical Has a mean streak Bullies defenders Raises his level of play in big games Athletic Has good length Has some quickness to the second level Perfect for a man-blocking scheme Lots of experience against first-round talents Fiery leader Weaknesses: Poor pass-blocking technique Heavy feet…

Strengths: Cover corner who rarely allows separation Excellent in bump-and-run Can run with receivers in and out of breaks Plus speed Has some ball skills and slaps lots of passes away Play-maker; the capacity to make clutch game-changing plays Can flip his hips to turn and run Good tackler Quality height, bulk Not a gambler…