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Who is the 6-foot-1 , 235 pound DL Anthony Walker Jr.?
Ten quarterbacks knew him as the “The Terror” because of his frightening style of play on the field as a red-shirt sophomore. His size and play on the field would emulate the shades of former HOF Linebacker Sam Mills and future to be HOF London Fletcher. In my opinion had he returned for one collegiate year would clearly be a top ten pick.
Strengths
Fourth ranked linebacker on the board is
Clearly the fastest inside backer in the draft.
Great knack at getting loose ball in turnover situations.
Straight line pursuit to the ball.
Loves to congregate at the line of scrimmage for the ball carriers.
Great peripheral vision which gives him great instincts and awareness in pass coverage.
Ability to return interceptions and fumbles into touchdowns.
Weaknesses
Can be slow to react to shifty runners in the gap or in open field.
Should continue to work on functional flexibility.
Body has accumulated too muscle and plays inflexible at times.
Concerns of his body mass and how faster he’s become.
Can work on bending knees and meet blockers with move force from hips
Need to work on not being pushed out of plays from angle or stunt blocks
Need to work on freeing away from blocks with better hand technique to break loose.
Little short, but speed and power should make up for his height
How does he fit with the Rams?
Wade Phillips will love the motor and pounding from this kid, and probably can start week one. In the 3-4 scheme as an true inside backer, can compliment Alec Ogletree and become a great run stopper. Rarely was used as an blitzer but has the skill to get to the quarterback at the next level. familiar with 3-4 scheme.
Draft Grade
3rd-4th round
Player Comparison
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