Craig Marshall of South Florida ~ 6.5/275
"Possesses the typical South Florida build for a defensive lineman. Tall, lean and long-armed. Showcases natural athleticism and flexibility when asked to coil up into his stance and does a nice job of getting his hands under the pad level of opposing linemen. However, needs to do a better job of keeping his base down into contact and extending his long arms into blocks. Doesn't generate much of a pop on contact from his lower half as a puncher and isn't a consistent stack and shed guy when run at. Now, has the body control/length to rip himself free once the play passes and will work from the backside, and he does possess the frame to add even more strength/girth to both his upper and lower body and become a much better run defender. But as of now he isn't there yet.
Displays a good first step as a pass rusher and possesses the length and upper body strength to eventually shed himself free from blocks. Also is very nifty for a guy his size with the body control to cleanly change directions and accelerate up the field. However, again, is still learning to play with leverage and maintain balance when extending his arms into blocks. Consistently waits until he is engaged to try to start working his hands and allows his pad level to pop upright consistently into contact, keeping him from generating maximum power on his bull rush and/or fighting his way through contact.
Impression: He's a good-looking piece of clay who has a skill set and frame that is NFL caliber. Needs some work, but definitely looks like a draftable prospect on pure upside alone. More of a developmental guy at this stage who could end up paying off big time if you are patient."
Displays a good first step as a pass rusher and possesses the length and upper body strength to eventually shed himself free from blocks. Also is very nifty for a guy his size with the body control to cleanly change directions and accelerate up the field. However, again, is still learning to play with leverage and maintain balance when extending his arms into blocks. Consistently waits until he is engaged to try to start working his hands and allows his pad level to pop upright consistently into contact, keeping him from generating maximum power on his bull rush and/or fighting his way through contact.
Impression: He's a good-looking piece of clay who has a skill set and frame that is NFL caliber. Needs some work, but definitely looks like a draftable prospect on pure upside alone. More of a developmental guy at this stage who could end up paying off big time if you are patient."
"Bio: Full-time starter as a senior, when he posted career numbers of 34/8/4 and one interception. Junior totals included 20/4.5/4 with four starts.
Positive: Relatively athletic defensive end who flashes skills as a pass rusher. Breaks down well, fights with his hands, and rarely gets knocked off his feet. Covers a lot of area on the field, displaying good movement skills. Collapses down the line of scrimmage to defend the run and is able to bend off the edge then pursue action from the back side.
Negative: Lacks natural bulk and easily controlled at point of attack. Possesses poor size/speed numbers. Marginally productive on the college level.
Analysis: Marshall is a prospect who shows ability on occasion but needs more consistency. He offers potential as a situational pass rush specialist in a four-man line at the next level."
Positive: Relatively athletic defensive end who flashes skills as a pass rusher. Breaks down well, fights with his hands, and rarely gets knocked off his feet. Covers a lot of area on the field, displaying good movement skills. Collapses down the line of scrimmage to defend the run and is able to bend off the edge then pursue action from the back side.
Negative: Lacks natural bulk and easily controlled at point of attack. Possesses poor size/speed numbers. Marginally productive on the college level.
Analysis: Marshall is a prospect who shows ability on occasion but needs more consistency. He offers potential as a situational pass rush specialist in a four-man line at the next level."
Fanatical FootBall Fiend on Craig Marshall
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Craig Marshall needs work on his Technique, as he plays too high too often. This is usually something that can be improved upon, however, with enough Core Strength Training.
And he has a tremendous Frame for this Game ~ 6.5/275 with lengthy arms ~ combined with tremendous Fluidity and Lateral Agility. His Game is certainly raw, but the combination of Extension, Power, and Athleticism is very rare, and if he and the right coaching crew can harness his extraordinary set of skills, he could become a Force.
Super Sleeper!!
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Craig Marshall needs work on his Technique, as he plays too high too often. This is usually something that can be improved upon, however, with enough Core Strength Training.
And he has a tremendous Frame for this Game ~ 6.5/275 with lengthy arms ~ combined with tremendous Fluidity and Lateral Agility. His Game is certainly raw, but the combination of Extension, Power, and Athleticism is very rare, and if he and the right coaching crew can harness his extraordinary set of skills, he could become a Force.
Super Sleeper!!
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As always, the preceding thoughts were regurgitated, derivative tripe, adding no value whatsoever, while in fact obliterating intelligent thought and offending the spirit of all decent men. You are now stupider for having read it, and are encouraged, in the strongest possible language, never to expose your eyes to this Site again.
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