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http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/story/14761281/missouris-smith-says-olb-move-suits-him-fine
Smith was still recovering from a broken leg and did not play against Colorado in 2010. He did play against Colorado in 2009, lining up often against Solder and registered five tackles, including four tackles for loss, three sacks, a forced fumble and a pass broken up. "I was very impressed with Aldon Smith. He's big, tall, athletic, strong and has real long arms. We had a real tough time with him," said Solder.
Smith was rarely asked to drop back into coverage in his two starting seasons with the Tigers but scouts believe he can get there with enough work at the linebacker spot.
Said one NFL decision-maker on the condition of anonymity, "[He] has the length and burst off the snap you're looking for. He possesses a good frame with room for additional mass, so you know he's going to get bigger and stronger if he works at it.
Smith was still recovering from a broken leg and did not play against Colorado in 2010. He did play against Colorado in 2009, lining up often against Solder and registered five tackles, including four tackles for loss, three sacks, a forced fumble and a pass broken up. "I was very impressed with Aldon Smith. He's big, tall, athletic, strong and has real long arms. We had a real tough time with him," said Solder.
Smith was rarely asked to drop back into coverage in his two starting seasons with the Tigers but scouts believe he can get there with enough work at the linebacker spot.
Said one NFL decision-maker on the condition of anonymity, "[He] has the length and burst off the snap you're looking for. He possesses a good frame with room for additional mass, so you know he's going to get bigger and stronger if he works at it.
