Roquan Smith
College- Georgia
Height- 6 feet 1 inch
Weight- 225 pounds
Position- Linebacker
Pros:
- Good in pass coverage
- Can cover running backs and tight ends
- Athleticism
- Good blitzer
- Can run sideline to sideline
- Great tackler
- Back pedal, open hips, change of direction
- Can diagnose/process information well
- Good instincts
Cons
- Doesn’t take on blockers
- Needs to add bulk/power
- Gets overpowered
Overall
Roquan Smith will most likely be a solid nickel linebacker until he can gain some bulk. He is a bit undersized but teams will covet his sideline to sideline range and ability to cover running backs and tight ends. He struggles to take on blockers but can get around them efficiently. He’s great at blitzing and doesn’t miss tackles. He is looking to be a mid first round pick.
NFL Comparison: Thomas Davis
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