2009 NFL Draft Prospects:
Larry English Profile

Strengths: Great build: strong and has solid muscle definition … Consistently impressive statistical production … Tough, physical … Gritty player who maximizes his talent on the field; great motor … Does a great job of anticipating the play and has a sixth sense you look for; Instinctive … Gives second effort as a pass rusher … Virtually unstoppable rip move … Gets leverage and powerfully executes the bull rush … Nice hand technique at point of attack … Brings leadership to the table … Outstanding character off the field.

Weaknesses: Does not have much lateral range … Lacks flexibility and some balance … Does not explode off the snap; burst concerns … Not versatile; strictly a 3-4 outside linebacker … Maximized body frame? … Can he pass rush standing up in the 3-4? … Huge durability concerns.

Summary: English is going to be a safe pick for the 3-4 teams, yet still has some upside in his game. I really do not see a 4-3 team spending a first- or second-round pick on him. English has great intangibles, but they are countered by his long injury history. What you see is what you get, and I am not concerned about him playing against lower level competition. English will likely come off the board in the low first to second round.

Player Comparison: LaMarr Woodley. Woodley had the same high motor, physical style of play coming out of Michigan and has thrived within the Steelers 3-4 scheme.





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