Yhonzae Pierre

Verified at 6-foot-2 1/2 and 223-pounds, possesses growth potential to add additional weight to his frame. Flashes elite athleticism and burst off the edge in a two point stance.

Plays with natural knee bend and hip flexibility. Reactionary athlete, shows the ability to close space quickly and plays with very little wasted motion off the edge. Can read and react in space. Exhibits excellent lateral quickness and change of direction for his size. Flashes a high motor. Will need to continue to develop as a pass rusher, both in technique and play strength but rare play speed and athleticism will be hard to keep off the field early.

Projects to a 3-4 standup outside linebacker at the next level with the ability to make an immediate impact in college on passing down situations. Will need a year in a collegiate weight room to add an additional twenty pounds to his frame but possesses all the tools to develop into a multi-year starter and all-conference type player at the next level. Adds immediate value on multiple special teams units.