A little strength - Louisville DT Thor Griffith (6'2, 320) did 42 bench reps at his pro day

[DoctorChicken]

One of the sleeper prospects I've been keeping an eye on. I can't find info about whatever his 40 was, but he did run a confirmed 4.95 40 last year/4.57 shuttle. State champion wrestler.







84.3 PFF grade.

He's a really good run stuffer. His strength is obvious.

He doesn't have any pass rushing moves. He relies solely on strength. But, he is quick off the snap. Every once in a while he makes a freakish play in the backfield, but he's still inconsistent in the passing game.

I think he could contribute pretty quickly as a 1-Tech and could be had in the later rounds.

 

[Rayman70]

He's a good tough smart player. He puts in the effort . Bring him in. Draft him in round 3. Dude will beat Mazi and start.

 

[Dalmations202]

I am hoping him or Ty Robinson in the 5th. Never can tell if one or both of them will fall.

 

[calicowboy54]

One of the sleeper prospects I've been keeping an eye on. I can't find info about whatever his 40 was, but he did run a confirmed 4.95 40 last year/4.57 shuttle. State champion wrestler.







84.3 PFF grade.

He's a really good run stuffer. His strength is obvious.

He doesn't have any pass rushing moves. He relies solely on strength. But, he is quick off the snap. Every once in a while he makes a freakish play in the backfield, but he's still inconsistent in the passing game.

I think he could contribute pretty quickly as a 1-Tech and could be had in the later rounds.

Every Mock i think i've done i've grabbed this guy in later rounds, he's goign to be a steal for someone.

 

[Pass2Run]

Highest bench rep I can recall. That's some serious strength.

 

[Pass2Run]

Highest bench rep I can recall. That's some serious strength. Thor is an appropriate name...

 

[Rayman70]

I am hoping him or Ty Robinson in the 5th. Never can tell if one or both of them will fall.

Luv him too. One of my pet cats. Him, Tyler Batty , the Thor kid. All big body high effort guys.

 

[Skynet]

One of the sleeper prospects I've been keeping an eye on. I can't find info about whatever his 40 was, but he did run a confirmed 4.95 40 last year/4.57 shuttle. State champion wrestler.







84.3 PFF grade.

He's a really good run stuffer. His strength is obvious.

He doesn't have any pass rushing moves. He relies solely on strength. But, he is quick off the snap. Every once in a while he makes a freakish play in the backfield, but he's still inconsistent in the passing game.

I think he could contribute pretty quickly as a 1-Tech and could be had in the later rounds.

I first heard of Thor when bleached wheat mentioned him in a mock draft . Since then , Ive really grown to like him . He has become one of my pet cats . I don’t think he was invited to the combine, so hopefully he will
Fly under other teams radar

 

[Pass2Run]

For reference, Larry Allen did 42 reps....

I've never hear of anyone doing more, although I'm certain someone has.

 

[gtb1943]

This guy could be the ultimate NT for us

he is short; heavy; incredibly strong and apparently has a non stop motor

a big concrete plug in the middle of the D would be a huge PLUS


and I love former wrestlers on the lines; to be a champion wrestler is one of the most difficult things to do in sports and requires tremendous determination and drive

 

[Rayman70]

This guy could be the ultimate NT for us

he is short; heavy; incredibly strong and apparently has a non stop motor

a big concrete plug in the middle of the D would be a huge PLUS

Yes please, I'll take 2.

 

[Roland]

For me, I like that he was a State wrestling champ as well. Could pay some dividends with his center of gravity and usage of leverage.

 

[Rayman70]

For me, I like that he was a State wrestling champ as well. Could pay some dividends with his center of gravity and usage of leverage.

Maliek Collins clone by the way he plays. Same background.

 

[Teague31]

His name alone makes him draft worthy

 

[Acceptablename]

For me, I like that he was a State wrestling champ as well. Could pay some dividends with his center of gravity and usage of leverage.

I've heard some fans discount wrestling experience.i recall Odig.

 

[beware_d-ware]

For me, I like that he was a State wrestling champ as well. Could pay some dividends with his center of gravity and usage of leverage.

I will bet on wrestlers in the trenches every freaking time. I'd love to see a study done tracking the career success of NFL draft picks who were also studly high school wrestlers, cause they seem to hit at a disproportionately high rate.

 

[JeffInDC]

Does anyone know what his height/weight/arm measurements were? I know he was listed @ 6’2”, 320, but he looks WAY SMALLER than that.

 

[gtb1943]

I've heard some fans discount wrestling experience.i recall Odig.

it is not a panacea, but I have noticed the vast majority of them say it helps them

 

[CWR]

Those are big boy numbers. I can't recall hearing 40+ before. Dude has legit strength.

 

[deerhunter11]

For reference, Larry Allen did 42 reps....

I've never hear of anyone doing more, although I'm certain someone has.

This guy tied Larry Allen , I would have to find a way to draft this player and let him rotate in at nose tackle .This guy may become your starter at one technique ,you may be able to draft Griffith in the 5th round.