Everson Griffen NFL Draft Scouting Report

Defensive End

USC


College Position: Defensive End
School: USC
Grade: Junior
Height: 6-3
Weight: 280
Birthdate: 12-22-1987
Draft Projection: Second
Overall Rank: Unranked
NFL Draft Position (Rank): Defensive End (8)

Draft Result Drafted in the 2010 Draft by the Minnesota Vikings in the 4th round with the #2 pick.
Toolsy but inconsistent pass rusher will develop behind Jared Allen and Ray Edwards.

Strengths
  • Defensive end prospect with good tools
  • Good athlete for his size
  • Has natural pass rush skills
  • Quick first step
  • Shows good balance and makes plays down the line

Weaknesses
  • Only 1 year of experience as a starter
  • Over pursues at times in run defense. Would rather run around a blocker than take on the blocker and shed
  • Inconsistent
  • Not productive the second half of the 2009 season. 0 sacks in his last 5 games
  • Should have returned for senior season, could use more development

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