Jalen Wiggins

Lanky, front-line defender with what appears to be plenty of growth potential given his favorable features. More of a straight-line rusher at this stage that builds momentum as he pushes forward and tries to wear down opponents. Tends to play on the higher side, but has displayed the ability to bend and redirect on occasion, and has tested favorably in a combine setting for someone carrying close to 255 pounds. Longer arms give him a natural advantage at the point of attack, but must get better at engaging his lower half and holding up traffic. Has been positioned primarily as a 5-technique at the prep level while also doubling as a tight end on offense. Should offer some position and scheme flexibility at the next level and could end up sliding closer to the ball as the body continues to mature. Projects as a developmental defensive lineman with a higher ceiling given the athletic clay. Likely will need a few semesters to hone technique and adjust to the physicality of the college game, but has a chance to be a difference-maker if he can keep evolving.