Jerry Hughes
NFL Draft Scouting Report

Defensive End

TCU

College Position:	Defensive End
School:	TCU
Grade:	Senior
Height:	6-1
Weight:	255
Birthdate:	08-13-1988
Draft Projection:	Mid First
Overall Rank:	15
NFL Draft Position (Rank):	Defensive End (2) 3-4 Linebacker (2)

Draft Result

Drafted in the 2010 Draft by the Indianapolis Colts in the 1st round with the #31 pick.

An excellent pick by the Colts. Jerry Hughes fits the Colts profile of fast, undersized pass rushing defensive ends. Dwight Freeney is getting up and age and battled injuries last year and Hughes provides both insurance and another running mate. In the Super Bowl the Colts struggle to put pressure on Drew Brees contributed to their defeat and this selection is an attempt to reinvigorate that pass rush. Hughes has the tools to be a dynamic pass rushing including long arms, is explosiveness off the edge and a high motor. He will also benefit from learning from and playing opposite Dwight Freeney. He could not have landed in a much better situation.

Strengths

Two time First Team All American
Relentless pass rusher. His first step is one of the best in this class
Tremendous athleticism - could have the fastest 40 among DEs
Outstanding closing speed. Can overrun a play and still recover
Knocks down a lot passes at line of scrimmage. 7 deflected passes for a 6'1" defensive end is remarkable
Consistent motor has helped make him a solid run defender
26 sacks the past two seasons (15 sacks in 2008 led the country)

Weaknesses

Likely too small for DE which could force him to switch to 3-4 OLB or SLB
Needs to bulk up to play as an every down SLB
Best fit is likely as a 3-4 OLB
Held his ground well in run defense in the Mountain West, but could struggle in this area at the next level
Key to his draft status will be how well he shows he can drop into coverage
Needs to get improve his upper body strength

News

Mock Draft Results

Mock Draft Date	Round	Pick	Team	Draft
Apr 21	1	29	New York Jets	Chris Maier Mock Draft - Final
Apr 19	1	22	New England Patriots	Dan Wernery Mock Draft - Final Mock Draft
Apr 13	2	3	Tampa Bay Buccaneers	Chris Maier Mock Draft - Post Pro Days
Apr 5	1	26	Arizona Cardinals	NFL Draft 101 Staff Mock Draft - Early April
Mar 31	1	26	Arizona Cardinals	Doug Lancy Mock Draft - Late March Update
Mar 22	2	6	Cleveland Browns	Chris Maier Mock Draft - Late March Update
Mar 15	1	31	Indianapolis Colts	Dan Wernery Mock Draft - What if Bradford is not selected #1 overall?
Mar 8	2	4	Kansas City Chiefs	NFL Draft 101 Staff Mock Draft - Post - Scouting Combine
Mar 4	1	29	New York Jets	Doug Lancy Mock Draft - Post Combine
Feb 21	1	29	New York Jets	Chris Maier Mock Draft - Pre-Scouting Combine
Feb 15	2	6	Cleveland Browns	Dan Wernery Mock Draft - Post Super Bowl Mock Draft
Feb 9	2	4	Kansas City Chiefs	NFL Draft 101 Staff Mock Draft - Post Senior Bowl Mock Draft
Jan 27	1	17	San Francisco 49ers	Doug Lancy Mock Draft - Pre-Senior Bowl
Jan 11	1	23	Arizona Cardinals	Dan Wernery Mock Draft - 1st Mock Draft of 2010
Dec 14	1	22	New England Patriots	NFL Draft 101 Staff Mock Draft - Pre Bowl Games
Nov 29	1	27	New England Patriots	Chris Maier Mock Draft - Post Thanksgiving
Oct 25	1	14	Miami Dolphins	Dan Wernery Mock Draft - Mid-Season
Sep 30	1	27	Indianapolis Colts	Chris Maier Mock Draft - An Early Look

Jerry HughesNFL Draft Scouting Report