Jerron Cage, DL, Ohio State
NFL Draft analysis for Jerron Cage, DL, Ohio State
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CBS Sports Staff
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Draft Scouting Report:
Rating: 69.18 (Role player)
Pro Comparison: Matt Toeaina
Summary:
Jerron Cage has a shorter build that allows him to achieve natural leverage. He played up and down the line for the Buckeyes and had just a 7.7% missed tackle rate this past season. He has average top-end speed but needs to develop more secondary moves as part of a pass-rush plan.
Strengths:
- Played up and down the line for the Buckeyes
- 7.7% missed tackle rate in 2022
- Average top-end speed
- Natural leverage at the point of attack
Weaknesses:
- Limited pass-rush production
- Needs to develop secondary pass-rush moves
- Will not be an every-down player














