Draft Scouting Report:

Rating: 74.28 (Chance to start)

Pro Comparison: Zach Vigil

Strengths:

Muscular build. Physical. Strong. Disciplined eyes. Good open field tackler because he breaks his feet down in space. Traditional middle linebacker who is going to fit run gaps.

Weaknesses:

Limited athleticism. Not going to play sideline to sideline. Struggles to get off blocks. Change of direction is a bit stiff.

Accolades:

  • 2020: All-Big Ten third team (media)
  • 2021: Set career highs in tackles (89) and tackles for loss (16.0)