2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Kenneth Grant

Prospect Summary:

In recent years, Michigan has been producing some phenomenal defensive linemen for the NFL, including players like Aidan Hutchinson and Rashan Gary, who were both selected in the top half of the first round. While teammate Mason Graham got more media attention, Grant showed more of a skill set for the NFL playing next to Graham. Grant flashed as a sophomore, recording 29 tackles, four passes batted, 3.5 sacks, and an interception in backup duty behind Kris Jenkins. With Jenkins in the NFL, Grant took over a starting role and had 32 tackles, three sacks, and five passes batted in 2024.

For the NFL, Grant is a special talent as he is an impact player at the point of attack. In the pass rush, Grant shows an excellent skill set of power, quickness, athleticism, and natural size at the point of attack. Grant has serious strength where he can manhandle blockers at the point of attack. He has natural leverage to go with his strong build to get into the chest of blockers and roll them back into the pocket. With active hands and a variety of moves, Grant sheds blocks and has the quickness to close on the quarterback. Grant has a lot of upside so his pass rush ability should improve as he gains experience.

In run defense, Grant is a strong load at the point of attack. He can push through blockers and stuff running lanes at the point of attack. He has no problems anchoring to hold his gap and keep offenses from getting a push. Grant uses his quickness and athleticism to pursue down the line, as he is not just a plugger at the point of attack. With a strong lateral anchor, Grant can absorb double teams and bump blocks without getting pushed out of his gap. Grant should be an asset as a run defender quickly in his pro career.

Grant looks like a top-20 pick who could go in the top-10 of the 2025 NFL Draft.