Height: 6-1
Weight: 248lbs
PROS: Has good size for the linebacker position. Very versatile player who has played both linebacker and defensive end. Became somewhat of a sack artist his final season. Very good blitzer from all over the field. Has decent speed for his size. Good leadership ability and known as a heady player and strong locker room guy. Tackles well and can deliver a pop.
CONS: Overall speed is a concern. Doesn’t really have a position yet, will need to adjust to one at the NFL level. Could fit as a linebacker in a 3-4 scheme or even a situational pass rusher. Struggles a bit in coverage and change of direction ability isn’t great. Not a sideline to sideline linebacker.
| SEASON | TEAM | TOT | SOL | AST | TFL | SK | FF | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 314 | 215 | 99 | 25½ | 7½ | 3 | |||
| 2007 | Texas Tech | 69 | 49 | 20 | 4 | 0 | 0 | |
| 2008 | Texas Tech | 95 | 61 | 34 | 2½ | ½ | 1 | |
| 2009 | Texas Tech | 87 | 66 | 21 | 7 | 0 | 1 | |
| 2010 | Texas Tech | 63 | 39 | 24 | 12 | 7 | 1 | |