Justin Hill

Talented standing edge pass rusher who produces with tools/athleticism and motor alike. Verified in the 6-3, 220 range with long arms. More than doubled sack total from sophomore (5.5) to junior season (13). Gained ample reps in a two-point wide-9 alignment that revealed encouraging dip-and-bend flexibility and arc-running juice. Also flashed an occasional heavy inside hand to get larger blockers on their heels. Excels in chase-down situations thanks to closing speed. For the same reason, capable of hustling his way back into plays. Tackles can get their hands on him but have a difficult time achieving prolonged engagement. Strong combine testing athleticism joins 11.6 sophomore 100-meter data. Regardless of ultimate positional home, will need to add some mass and get accustomed to playing through bigger/faster/stronger contact. Could get swallowed up by big tackles, especially in the run game. In addition to edge snaps, has also played off the ball at linebacker and could potentially provide college snaps there as well. However, tape reveals a pass rusher at heart, and ideally a staff finds a way to keep him in that role. Projects to the high-major level as a potential impact player with long-term NFL Draft upside.

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