Eddie Jones of Texas ~ 6.3/260
"Exhibits good anticipation off the line and is really violent trying to initially shed blocks when shooting gaps inside vs. the run game. Demonstrates above-average instincts, finds the football quickly inside and can really close in pursuit. Isn't real stout at the point of attack when run at, but works hard to make his way toward the action.
However, he's a pretty explosive pass rusher who has the ability to really fire off the football and cleanly change directions laterally. Plays a bit out of control at times, losing his balance and not properly extending his arms into blocks. But, he showcases natural agility in space and better-than-anticipated instincts for a guy who hasn't started over the course of his career.
Has the first step to at least threaten the edge and looks natural working the up and under move, dropping his pad level and fighting his way through blocks. Looks natural sitting into his stance and has the kind of lower half that makes me think he could add some more power and strength and become a better anchor in the run game as well.
However, lacks bend when trying to drop his pad level around the edge, gets too upright and doesn't have the ability to routinely flatten out around the corner.
Impression: Has been productive in his first year as a starter. I like his lower half and think he has some pass rush ability. Could see him as a nickel rusher or a potential 3-4 OLB as well."
However, he's a pretty explosive pass rusher who has the ability to really fire off the football and cleanly change directions laterally. Plays a bit out of control at times, losing his balance and not properly extending his arms into blocks. But, he showcases natural agility in space and better-than-anticipated instincts for a guy who hasn't started over the course of his career.
Has the first step to at least threaten the edge and looks natural working the up and under move, dropping his pad level and fighting his way through blocks. Looks natural sitting into his stance and has the kind of lower half that makes me think he could add some more power and strength and become a better anchor in the run game as well.
However, lacks bend when trying to drop his pad level around the edge, gets too upright and doesn't have the ability to routinely flatten out around the corner.
Impression: Has been productive in his first year as a starter. I like his lower half and think he has some pass rush ability. Could see him as a nickel rusher or a potential 3-4 OLB as well."
"Bio: Posted career numbers of 52/6/10 as a senior when he broke into the starting lineup. Junior totals included 23/5/7.
Positive: Undersized college defensive end with marginal upside for the next level. Breaks down well, quick off the snap, and easily changes direction or immediately alters his angle of attack. Makes plays down the line of scrimmage, plays with good pad level, and is rarely off his feet.
Negative: Slow finding the ball at times. Controlled at the point by single blocker.
Analysis: Jones is an undersized college speed rusher who cannot get off blocks at the point of attack. He offers potential as a pass rusher that stands up over tackle at the next level if he produces on special teams."
Positive: Undersized college defensive end with marginal upside for the next level. Breaks down well, quick off the snap, and easily changes direction or immediately alters his angle of attack. Makes plays down the line of scrimmage, plays with good pad level, and is rarely off his feet.
Negative: Slow finding the ball at times. Controlled at the point by single blocker.
Analysis: Jones is an undersized college speed rusher who cannot get off blocks at the point of attack. He offers potential as a pass rusher that stands up over tackle at the next level if he produces on special teams."
"Positives: Solid pass rusher... Explosive... Good first step... Good burst off the ball... Good bend on the corner... Gets after the quarterback... Good rip and swim moves... Physical... Violent hands... Solid flexibility and body control... Good closing speed... Showed some improvement this season as a run defender... Good change of direction agility... Good range... Chases the action... Good tackler... Plays low... Strong motor... Plays with passion... Can play through pain... Good instincts... High football IQ... Has a lot of potential, was a 5-star recruit and the second rated defensive end from the 2006 recruiting class... Had his best season in 2010 with 49 tackles, nine TFL and six sacks... Has some upside as a 3-4 OLB.
Negatives: Can be run at... Does not get off blocks especially well... Lacks good strength at POA... Injury/durability concerns, has not missed a game in two seasons, has had 10 total surgeries since high school, shoulder and ankle surgeries after 2009 Fiesta Bowl, was urged by coach Mack Brown to consider quitting football, nicknamed "Old Man" by teammates... Technique can get a bit sloppy... Undersized, would need to add 10-15 lbs. of bulk to get some looks as a 4-3 DE."
Negatives: Can be run at... Does not get off blocks especially well... Lacks good strength at POA... Injury/durability concerns, has not missed a game in two seasons, has had 10 total surgeries since high school, shoulder and ankle surgeries after 2009 Fiesta Bowl, was urged by coach Mack Brown to consider quitting football, nicknamed "Old Man" by teammates... Technique can get a bit sloppy... Undersized, would need to add 10-15 lbs. of bulk to get some looks as a 4-3 DE."
"Injuries have not caused Eddie Jones to miss many games throughout his career at Texas, but it has certainly hindered his production. Dating back to his high school days, it has always seemed like Jones is coming off of some injury or another. Coming out of high school Jones was a very highly regarded recruit, but it took until his senior season (2010) for him to start playing up to those lofty expectations. Through ten games, Jones has totaled 46 tackles, 10.0 tackles-for-loss, 6.0 sacks and a dozen quarterback hurries. Unfortunately for Jones, Texas is having an awful season by their standards and not many are paying much attention to how well Jones has been playing.
Jones posted 28 tackles, 2.0 tackles-for-loss and 1.5 sacks as a redshirt freshman in limited action. The following year most of those numbers went down as Jones only tallied eight tackles on the season. By his junior year Jones was beginning to show why he was largely considered the top defensive end coming out of high school. He tallied 23 tackles, 7.0 tackles-for-loss, 5.0 sacks and even returned an interception for a touchdown.
Jones' stock is rising as his senior season continues to be quite impressive. He should test out well at the pre-draft workouts and that could boost his stock up even more. However, Jones' injury concerns will continue to haunt him and even with good showings before the draft, his ceiling is probably in the middle rounds."
Jones posted 28 tackles, 2.0 tackles-for-loss and 1.5 sacks as a redshirt freshman in limited action. The following year most of those numbers went down as Jones only tallied eight tackles on the season. By his junior year Jones was beginning to show why he was largely considered the top defensive end coming out of high school. He tallied 23 tackles, 7.0 tackles-for-loss, 5.0 sacks and even returned an interception for a touchdown.
Jones' stock is rising as his senior season continues to be quite impressive. He should test out well at the pre-draft workouts and that could boost his stock up even more. However, Jones' injury concerns will continue to haunt him and even with good showings before the draft, his ceiling is probably in the middle rounds."
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Eddie Jones is a VERY exciting Late Round Edge Rusher!! EXPLOSIVE Pass Rushing Potential!!
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