Snapback University NFL Draft Series: Defensive Ends (Part 6 of 6) đ„
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SBUâs 1st Ranked DE
âȘïžAbdul Carter - Penn State
Strengths:
- Strikes first to gain early advantage at point of attack.
- Too sudden to be stopped from B-gap penetration.
- Slips and parries blocks with footwork and hand swipes.
- Stride length and speed allow for expanded range as playmaker.
- Rush talent to spin the sack counter and alter protection schemes.
- No false steps or wasted motion in his rush get-off.
- Instinctive feel for passing tackleâs edge with dip or hand work
- Agility for tight cornering and sharp change of direction.
Weaknesses:
- Average size and extended power at point of attack.
- Can be engulfed and neutralized by strength and length.
- Comes in hot, creating smaller margins for error as tackler.
- Displays some ankle tightness in his upfield rush.
- Needs to keep schooling up his hands and rush plan.
Bio:
- 2023 (Penn State): First-team...
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