04-16-2018, 11:36 PM
Top 5 Defensive Tackles
1. Vita Vea, Washington
Strong man, great upper body strength and can drive with his feet. Has good hip movement to shed blocks and flexible for a guy of his size. He understands to take up space and blockers to allow his teammates to pursue the ball carrier. A rock who can overpower opponents consistently who also has extremely powerful hands. Violent player who's motor never ends. More nimble and able to squeeze through the line to get in the backfield. Definitely faster than you expect for someone of his size. He does tend to use power more than technique and really needs to work on his pad level as he will sometimes stand up more than he should.
2. Maurice Hurst, Michigan
A never ending motor that allows him to disrupt and a ton of pass rushing moves, so technique is there. Gets off the ball quickly and low enough to beat the blocks and get in the backfield. Uses his pad level to his advantage and can be agile enough to get around blockers. Slow footed lineman will struggle and Hurst will be a nightmare for them. He doesn't have the ideal size for a defensive tackle and doesn't have tremendous upper body strength, but he will be a consistent threat play in and play out. He will be quick to get in the backfield and can close in quickly.
3. Da'Ron Payne, Alabama
Quite possibly the best run defender when it comes to defensive tackles. He eats up blockers and is extremely strong. His footwork is really good and will rarely get caught out of position. Able to move opponents based on strength alone. He isn't the most refined pass rusher, and sometimes if his first move doesn't work he can be taken out of a play. However, he keeps his eyes on the ball and has good closing speed. There's potential for him to become better as a pass rusher, but it may take a year or two for him to really improve that part of his game.
4. Taven Bryan, Florida
Quick at the point of attack and one of the best interior pass rushers. Quick, fast, and can get around blockers. Bends extremely well around blockers for a defensive tackle. There's a ton of athletic ability to love when it comes to this player, but sadly he never fully put it on the field. He's not exactly the strongest and has trouble balancing. Bryan also lacks instincts, but there's a lot of raw ability that coaches adore. He's flexible and agile, and can squeeze through and hit the quarterback. If he can reach his full potential, Bryan could be one of the best players from this draft. Boom-bust player.
5. Harrison Phillips, Stanford
Phillips can set the edge and has consistently made plays throughout his career. A motor and shows that he can be instinctual. He can push the middle of the pocket and disrupt the quarterbacks timing. Strong arms and hips. Deadly against single blockers and can use a spin move to get free. However, Phillips will lose against double teams more often than not and he doesn't have ideal arm length. Plus he needs better pass rush moves. Phillips could be a successful run defender in the NFL
1. Vita Vea, Washington
Strong man, great upper body strength and can drive with his feet. Has good hip movement to shed blocks and flexible for a guy of his size. He understands to take up space and blockers to allow his teammates to pursue the ball carrier. A rock who can overpower opponents consistently who also has extremely powerful hands. Violent player who's motor never ends. More nimble and able to squeeze through the line to get in the backfield. Definitely faster than you expect for someone of his size. He does tend to use power more than technique and really needs to work on his pad level as he will sometimes stand up more than he should.
2. Maurice Hurst, Michigan
A never ending motor that allows him to disrupt and a ton of pass rushing moves, so technique is there. Gets off the ball quickly and low enough to beat the blocks and get in the backfield. Uses his pad level to his advantage and can be agile enough to get around blockers. Slow footed lineman will struggle and Hurst will be a nightmare for them. He doesn't have the ideal size for a defensive tackle and doesn't have tremendous upper body strength, but he will be a consistent threat play in and play out. He will be quick to get in the backfield and can close in quickly.
3. Da'Ron Payne, Alabama
Quite possibly the best run defender when it comes to defensive tackles. He eats up blockers and is extremely strong. His footwork is really good and will rarely get caught out of position. Able to move opponents based on strength alone. He isn't the most refined pass rusher, and sometimes if his first move doesn't work he can be taken out of a play. However, he keeps his eyes on the ball and has good closing speed. There's potential for him to become better as a pass rusher, but it may take a year or two for him to really improve that part of his game.
4. Taven Bryan, Florida
Quick at the point of attack and one of the best interior pass rushers. Quick, fast, and can get around blockers. Bends extremely well around blockers for a defensive tackle. There's a ton of athletic ability to love when it comes to this player, but sadly he never fully put it on the field. He's not exactly the strongest and has trouble balancing. Bryan also lacks instincts, but there's a lot of raw ability that coaches adore. He's flexible and agile, and can squeeze through and hit the quarterback. If he can reach his full potential, Bryan could be one of the best players from this draft. Boom-bust player.
5. Harrison Phillips, Stanford
Phillips can set the edge and has consistently made plays throughout his career. A motor and shows that he can be instinctual. He can push the middle of the pocket and disrupt the quarterbacks timing. Strong arms and hips. Deadly against single blockers and can use a spin move to get free. However, Phillips will lose against double teams more often than not and he doesn't have ideal arm length. Plus he needs better pass rush moves. Phillips could be a successful run defender in the NFL
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