NFLDraft101: Clinton McDonald (Memphis) NFL Draft Scouting Report

Clinton McDonald
NFL Draft Scouting Report

Defensive Tackle

Memphis


College Position: Defensive Tackle
School: Memphis
Grade: Senior
Height: 6-3
Weight: 285
Birthdate:
Draft Projection: Sixth
Overall Rank: Unranked
NFL Draft Position (Rank): Defensive Tackle (17)

Draft Result

Drafted in the 2009 Draft by the Cincinnati Bengals in the 7th round with the #40 pick.
Undersized and athletic penetrator with some pass rushing ability. A classic try hard, high character DT.

Strengths

Good athleticism. Quick first step and can penetrate into opposing backfields. Shows pass rush ability. Hard worker who plays with a tremendous motor. Strong at the point of attack. The type of high effort%2C high character guy who could be a great mid%2Flate round sleeper.

Weaknesses

Undersized defensive tackle who does not fit all schemes. Would fit best in a Tampa 2 or as a rotation guy. Can get pushed off the ball in the ground game.

News

2009 NFL Draft Report Card: AFC North - Apr 30 (Dan Wernery)

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