Overview
- Analysts now project the Texas A&M edge rusher late in the first round or early in the second round, with recent mocks from outlets like ESPN, CBS Sports and PFF listing picks in the 20s to low 40s.
- At the NFL Combine, he ran a 4.59-second 40 with a 1.58-second 10-yard split and earned strong NFL Next Gen Stats marks, including a top-10 overall score among edge prospects.
- He said his in-person visit with the Seahawks went very well and he wished he could be drafted by Seattle, and local analysis places him in play at No. 32 or early in Round 2 if they trade down.
- Scouting reports praise his burst, counter moves and effort but flag run defense questions and shorter arm length near 30 inches, which can limit reach when setting the edge.
- He logged 11.5 sacks in 2025 and won SEC Defensive Player of the Year, a mix of production and speed that often drives early-round value for modern pass rushers.