Jeremy Beal of Oklahoma ~ 6.3/267
"A compact pass rusher who coils up into his stance well and exhibits a good but not great first step off the snap. Has the ability to occasionally threaten the edge. However, it’s his natural body control and suddenness that makes him really tough to block in the pass game. Does a nice job taking offensive tackles up the field and quickly breaking off a hard inside move, accelerating through the “B gap” and using a quick club to work his way free inside the blocker. However, he will allow himself to get a bit upright fighting his way through blocks at times and can be pushed past the play too easily once he gains a step. Has the ability to work from a two-point stance as well, but doesn’t seem to get off the snap as well. Plus, he really struggles to defeat blocks once an opposing lineman gets into his frame.
Isn’t overly instinctive vs. the run game and has a tendency to lose containment on misdirection plays toward his side. However, exhibits an impressive initial burst and closing range when asked to chase the football away from his frame, and he’s a powerful striker who generates good pop on contact. Isn’t real stout at the point of attack when run at and can be easily sealed from the play outside, but the guy works very hard in pursuit and I love his motor from the backside.
Impression: A compact pass rusher who does a good job changing directions and using his short-area burst to close on the ball. Isn’t real physical as a down defensive lineman, but could end up becoming a very solid 3-4 pass-rushing outside linebacker in the NFL."
Isn’t overly instinctive vs. the run game and has a tendency to lose containment on misdirection plays toward his side. However, exhibits an impressive initial burst and closing range when asked to chase the football away from his frame, and he’s a powerful striker who generates good pop on contact. Isn’t real stout at the point of attack when run at and can be easily sealed from the play outside, but the guy works very hard in pursuit and I love his motor from the backside.
Impression: A compact pass rusher who does a good job changing directions and using his short-area burst to close on the ball. Isn’t real physical as a down defensive lineman, but could end up becoming a very solid 3-4 pass-rushing outside linebacker in the NFL."
"Pass Rush: Hustle-type player who pressures the outside shoulder of right tackles and gets to his target on deep drops, but lacks the elite speed to quickly turn the corner. Rushes the passer with his hand down (on the strong side) and standing up. Gives great effort to get to the quarterback if he hangs onto the ball too long or the play breaks down. Quick reaction to get hands up to block passes when unable to reach the passer. Has the lateral movement to play linebacker at the next level. Fair movement in space when dropping into coverage; is a bit stiff in his hips but manages to get into his zone. Can handle coverage of tight ends but quicker running backs may elude him. Must work on recognizing and defeating cut blocks from running backs. Does not vary his pass rush moves.
Run Defense: Uses his low center of gravity to play with leverage against taller tackles, stacking them so he can force plays inside, but struggles to get off blocks until the play is past him. Holds his ground and sheds against tight ends one-on-one but does not dominate them. Hustles to plays on the outside, solid tackler who can anchor against big backs to prevent them from getting extra yardage. Assignment-sure player who keeps containment on his side but still makes plays on inside runs.
Explosion: Not an elite edge rusher but has enough power and quickness off the snap to shrink the pocket and make tackles pay for technique mistakes. Punches his opponent's chest to shock them but does not knock better tackles back. Can be violent with his hands to create space between him and his blocker.
Strength: Plays quite strong against the run for an end giving up inches and pounds on the edge through hard work and effort. Tough to run against because of this functional strength and leverage. Double teams can wash him out of plays, however, and he is inconsistent making plays against tight ends he should beat. Does not bull rush tackles into the quarterback or overwhelm pass-protecting running backs.
Tackling: Solid tackler, stays low and breaks down to corral elusive ballcarriers in the open field. Good chase and hustle downfield or across the line, gives full effort to grab ballcarriers -- by a shoe string, if necessary. Adept at causing turnovers with hard hits or stripping the ball out while making the stop. Average straight-line speed means he may not be able to run down NFL running backs with better quickness and elusiveness than those at the college level.
Intangibles: Well-liked teammate known for his work ethic and attention to detail in the film room. Good football instincts. Not very vocal, chooses to lead by example. Durable player who lines up every week and gives full effort."
Run Defense: Uses his low center of gravity to play with leverage against taller tackles, stacking them so he can force plays inside, but struggles to get off blocks until the play is past him. Holds his ground and sheds against tight ends one-on-one but does not dominate them. Hustles to plays on the outside, solid tackler who can anchor against big backs to prevent them from getting extra yardage. Assignment-sure player who keeps containment on his side but still makes plays on inside runs.
Explosion: Not an elite edge rusher but has enough power and quickness off the snap to shrink the pocket and make tackles pay for technique mistakes. Punches his opponent's chest to shock them but does not knock better tackles back. Can be violent with his hands to create space between him and his blocker.
Strength: Plays quite strong against the run for an end giving up inches and pounds on the edge through hard work and effort. Tough to run against because of this functional strength and leverage. Double teams can wash him out of plays, however, and he is inconsistent making plays against tight ends he should beat. Does not bull rush tackles into the quarterback or overwhelm pass-protecting running backs.
Tackling: Solid tackler, stays low and breaks down to corral elusive ballcarriers in the open field. Good chase and hustle downfield or across the line, gives full effort to grab ballcarriers -- by a shoe string, if necessary. Adept at causing turnovers with hard hits or stripping the ball out while making the stop. Average straight-line speed means he may not be able to run down NFL running backs with better quickness and elusiveness than those at the college level.
Intangibles: Well-liked teammate known for his work ethic and attention to detail in the film room. Good football instincts. Not very vocal, chooses to lead by example. Durable player who lines up every week and gives full effort."
"Jeremy Beal will be leaving the University of Oklahoma as one of the more decorated players in recent memory. Beal is the type of player that can contribute right away in the NFL.
After coming out of Carrollton, Texas, as a four-star linebacker, the team moved Beal to defensive end, where he was subsequently named to three-consecutive All Big 12 First Teams (2008-2010).
For his four-year career, Beal amassed 213 tackles, 29 sacks and five forced fumbles. As a senior, he was named the Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year after finishing with career-high 72 tackles to go along with nine sacks.
Strengths:
Beal primarily lined up on the defensive line in college, but likely projects to the NFL as a linebacker, where he gained a little bit of experience towards the end of his career. He’s an excellent pass rusher, and is quick enough to get around the outside and strong enough to bull-rush. He gets a good jump off the snap, allowing him to push opposing linemen backwards. Beal has solid lateral quickness and can change directions very well, which will help him when dropping into coverage. He’s a sure tackler, and developed a reputation as a hard-hitter in college. He has the ability to read and react to plays very quickly; a major reason for his 53.5 tackles for loss between his sophomore and senior seasons. Beal is very durable, as evidenced by having never missed a game at Oklahoma. He was a team captain during his final two seasons, and has developed a reputation as a great leader and a “blue collar” worker. He watches lots of film, and has great instincts. Beal will be able to play OLB in a 3-4 scheme, and will also likely be able to contribute as a down lineman in a 4-3, if necessary.
Weaknesses:
While Beal is solid rushing the passer, he could stand to develop a few more moves to add to his arsenal. He also doesn’t excel when defending the run, as run blockers have an easier time holding their blocks against him. Learning those moves will help him to shed blocks more quickly. He sometimes gets too upright against linemen, which makes it easier to push him backwards. He’s decent in coverage, but struggles in pursuit of the ball carrier. He’ll give up on a play going in the opposite direction from time to time, and has a tough time dealing with double teams. Beal will likely need to drop some weight in order to be more effective as a full-time linebacker.
Draft Range:
Beal will likely be taken somewhere between the late first and early second round of the draft. He’s a high character player, which obviously shows well in interviews and with scouts. He has all the physical tools necessary to succeed as a pro, and teams will love his leadership and intangibles, as well. Assuming nothing goes wrong during his workouts and the combine, there’s no reason to believe Beal won’t become a quality, starting outside linebacker in the NFL.
NFL Player Comparison: LaMarr Woodley"
After coming out of Carrollton, Texas, as a four-star linebacker, the team moved Beal to defensive end, where he was subsequently named to three-consecutive All Big 12 First Teams (2008-2010).
For his four-year career, Beal amassed 213 tackles, 29 sacks and five forced fumbles. As a senior, he was named the Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year after finishing with career-high 72 tackles to go along with nine sacks.
Strengths:
Beal primarily lined up on the defensive line in college, but likely projects to the NFL as a linebacker, where he gained a little bit of experience towards the end of his career. He’s an excellent pass rusher, and is quick enough to get around the outside and strong enough to bull-rush. He gets a good jump off the snap, allowing him to push opposing linemen backwards. Beal has solid lateral quickness and can change directions very well, which will help him when dropping into coverage. He’s a sure tackler, and developed a reputation as a hard-hitter in college. He has the ability to read and react to plays very quickly; a major reason for his 53.5 tackles for loss between his sophomore and senior seasons. Beal is very durable, as evidenced by having never missed a game at Oklahoma. He was a team captain during his final two seasons, and has developed a reputation as a great leader and a “blue collar” worker. He watches lots of film, and has great instincts. Beal will be able to play OLB in a 3-4 scheme, and will also likely be able to contribute as a down lineman in a 4-3, if necessary.
Weaknesses:
While Beal is solid rushing the passer, he could stand to develop a few more moves to add to his arsenal. He also doesn’t excel when defending the run, as run blockers have an easier time holding their blocks against him. Learning those moves will help him to shed blocks more quickly. He sometimes gets too upright against linemen, which makes it easier to push him backwards. He’s decent in coverage, but struggles in pursuit of the ball carrier. He’ll give up on a play going in the opposite direction from time to time, and has a tough time dealing with double teams. Beal will likely need to drop some weight in order to be more effective as a full-time linebacker.
Draft Range:
Beal will likely be taken somewhere between the late first and early second round of the draft. He’s a high character player, which obviously shows well in interviews and with scouts. He has all the physical tools necessary to succeed as a pro, and teams will love his leadership and intangibles, as well. Assuming nothing goes wrong during his workouts and the combine, there’s no reason to believe Beal won’t become a quality, starting outside linebacker in the NFL.
NFL Player Comparison: LaMarr Woodley"
"Bio: Three-year starter awarded all-Conference honors as a senior after totaling 72/19/8.5 and breaking up seven passes. All-Conference an all-American as a junior after numbers of 70/19/11, one interception and pass break-ups. Sophomore totals included 61/15.54/8.5.
Positive: Productive college defensive end with poor size/speed numbers for the next level. Explosive off the snap, quickly gets his hands into defenders, and shows an array of moves working to get off blocks. Breaks down well, is fluid in space, and plays with constant leverage. Forceful up the field, quick moving in every direction, and rarely off his feet. Keeps his feet moving on contact, fights to hold his ground, and displays good movement skills.
Negative: Lacks natural bulk and strength and can be turned off the line by tight ends. Possesses a short burst of speed and does not have to pursue from the back side. Needs to be more physical.
Analysis: Beal was a productive pass rusher who consistently made plays behind the line of scrimmage since his sophomore season. He's limited athletically and lacks great size for defensive end as well as the speed to play outside linebacker. Beal could be a situational pass rusher on third-down used out of a three-point stance and may also get looks as a middle linebacker."
Positive: Productive college defensive end with poor size/speed numbers for the next level. Explosive off the snap, quickly gets his hands into defenders, and shows an array of moves working to get off blocks. Breaks down well, is fluid in space, and plays with constant leverage. Forceful up the field, quick moving in every direction, and rarely off his feet. Keeps his feet moving on contact, fights to hold his ground, and displays good movement skills.
Negative: Lacks natural bulk and strength and can be turned off the line by tight ends. Possesses a short burst of speed and does not have to pursue from the back side. Needs to be more physical.
Analysis: Beal was a productive pass rusher who consistently made plays behind the line of scrimmage since his sophomore season. He's limited athletically and lacks great size for defensive end as well as the speed to play outside linebacker. Beal could be a situational pass rusher on third-down used out of a three-point stance and may also get looks as a middle linebacker."
"Positives: 70 tackles, 19 for loss and 11 sacks last season... Solid pass rusher... Very quick off the snap... Good club move... Strong... Can bull rush... Violent hands... Plays with leverage... Good body control... Active hands... Will knock down passes at the line... Locates the ball quickly on running plays... Takes good angles... Good range... Can change direction... Good closing speed... Good tackler... Stays low... Hard hitter... Goes for the strip... Has the skills to play outside linebacker in the NFL... Has shown the ability to cover one on one... Moves well in space... Battles and produces on sheer toughness alone... Has found ways to compensate for the size and speed he lacks... Good instincts and high football IQ... Technique has improved... High motor... Hard worker... Spends a lot of time in the video room... Has not missed a game in college.
Negatives: Not a physical specimen... Is not particularly fast or athletic... Needs to add more pass rushing moves... Can play too upright... Average run stopper... Not very stout at the point of attack in running plays... Struggles to disengage when linemen get into him... Can be taken out of plays... Will allow runners to turn the corner... Will miss some open field tackles."
Negatives: Not a physical specimen... Is not particularly fast or athletic... Needs to add more pass rushing moves... Can play too upright... Average run stopper... Not very stout at the point of attack in running plays... Struggles to disengage when linemen get into him... Can be taken out of plays... Will allow runners to turn the corner... Will miss some open field tackles."
"Strengths: Intense, athletic player who gives his all on every snap. Good versus the run and is the team's top pass rusher; is technically sound and instinctive. Very strong for his size and can hold the point vs. TE's. Sheds well and penetrates the backfield against the run, but maintains backside discipline and is rarely caught out of position. Athletic; protects his legs, avoids cuts and keeps his feet. Very good pass rusher who comes at blockers with an array of moves. Uses his hands very well to set up blockers and can push the pocket. Very effective inside/counter move compliments a good outside rush. Hits hard and tackles well. Came to OU as a LB and forced to play there down the stretch. Showed fluidity in space and dropped well in coverage, and runs sideline-to-sideline in pursuit.
Weaknesses: May be shorter than advertised. Too small to play DE, and is maxed out physically. Not an explosive, quick-twitch athlete. Not much upside; what you see is what you get.
Projection: Excellent LB prospect (likely 3-4) who likely will be downgraded in the draft due to less-than ideal measurables, but will develop into a fine starter down the road. Complete player who would make a fine second-round choice."
Weaknesses: May be shorter than advertised. Too small to play DE, and is maxed out physically. Not an explosive, quick-twitch athlete. Not much upside; what you see is what you get.
Projection: Excellent LB prospect (likely 3-4) who likely will be downgraded in the draft due to less-than ideal measurables, but will develop into a fine starter down the road. Complete player who would make a fine second-round choice."
"Jeremy Beal has been a dominating pass rusher for the better part of four years with the Sooners of Oklahoma. There is no reason to think that he cannot be just as dominate of a force in the NFL. Even as a redshirt freshman in 2007 Beal earned a couple of starts and finished the campaign with one sack and 5.0 tackles-for-loss. In 2008 Beal stepped into a starting role and never looked back. He started all 14 games that season and ended up with an impressive 8.5 sacks and 15.5 tackles-for-loss. He even added 61 tackles and four pass break-ups. Everybody wanted to see if Beal could do it again in 2009 as an upperclassman and he did not disappoint. Beal ended the 2009 campaign with 11.0 sacks and 19.0 tackles-for-loss. And once again he proved that he is more than just a pass rusher and totaled 70 tackles. Through ten games in 2010, despite being consistently targeted by the opposition, Beal has 50 tackles, 16.0 tackles-for-loss and 7.5 sacks.
Beal has shown that he can consistently get to the quarterback and his production in 2009 and 2010 has proven to scouts that he was not a one year wonder. Beal spends most of his time at the defensive end spot, but he will occasionally stand up and drop back into coverage. That makes Beal a solid end in a 4-3 defense or an outside linebacker in a 3-4 scheme. There is not a team in the NFL where he would not fit and that should make him a late first round selection."
Beal has shown that he can consistently get to the quarterback and his production in 2009 and 2010 has proven to scouts that he was not a one year wonder. Beal spends most of his time at the defensive end spot, but he will occasionally stand up and drop back into coverage. That makes Beal a solid end in a 4-3 defense or an outside linebacker in a 3-4 scheme. There is not a team in the NFL where he would not fit and that should make him a late first round selection."
Draft Bible on Jeremy Beal:
"Skinny: The sackmaster has 20 ½ career sacks entering his senior season playing the defensive end position. His quickness and acceleration are his greatest attributes and many feel his skill-set would best be served as an outside linebacker in the 3-4 scheme. Beal certainly has the ability to cover tight ends and running backs if asked to do so and could make a smooth transition."
Fanatical FootBall Fiend on Jeremy Beal
A solid 1st Round candidate, Jeremy Beal projects to Flanker in either the 3.4 or the 4.3, or even a Defensive End.
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