Jordan Thomas

A powerful, athletic interior defensive lineman who moves well and can be a dominant player with more consistent play. Made 31 tackles, including five sacks, as a junior while facing double teams and being the focal point of opposing offenses. Has a muscular frame and already has a college-sized body that will not take a lot of work to get on the field early. Has an 80-inch wing span and a 10-yard get off of less than two seconds. Fires off quickly at the snap and can play low. Shoots gaps when lined up over the guard in Don Bosco's 3-4 front. Can anchor at the point of attack. Takes on blocks and can stack-and-shed to locate running back. Possesses the strength needed to play early in college. Uses his hands well to keep offensive linemen off him, and to disengaged quickly. Does well with staying low and winning pad level battle. Can re-direct along the line of scrimmage. Acceleration after changing direction shows in ability to chase plays down. Relies heavily on strength and athleticism when getting up the field. Has to be more consistent with energy and aggression from play to play. Improving technique and developing move sets is important. Sometimes wastes steps at the snap instead of getting up the field. Has an extremely high ceiling and could develop quickly at the college level once technique improves. Playing as a 3-technique is ideal but he has the athleticism to be versatile to move along the defensive front in different packages. Has early round NFL draft potential.