morasp
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Davidson said his combine interview with the Cowboys was his favorite. He's a DE that could move inside on passing downs. He's ranked 44th and would be good value at 51. Tomsula gets my vote for the Joe Looney of the coaching staff.
Overview
Four-year starter who posted elevated production against the run and pass as a senior. Davidson has been durable and his play consistent, but he fails to really stand out in the shadow of teammate Derrick Brown. The team who drafts him will need to determine how best to utilize him because despite his build, he's most effective when playing outside the tackle. He's athletic enough to work as a base 4-3 end with sub-rush talent, but getting over the hump from good backup to starter might take time.
Strengths
Overview
Four-year starter who posted elevated production against the run and pass as a senior. Davidson has been durable and his play consistent, but he fails to really stand out in the shadow of teammate Derrick Brown. The team who drafts him will need to determine how best to utilize him because despite his build, he's most effective when playing outside the tackle. He's athletic enough to work as a base 4-3 end with sub-rush talent, but getting over the hump from good backup to starter might take time.
Strengths
- Might offer scheme diversity
- Plays standing or with a hand down
- Sets strong edges and able to dominate tight ends at point of attack
- Nimble feet with lateral movement
- Stride speed to work into gaps as three-technique
- Body type belies abilities as outside rusher
- Can stutter and alter rush speed to create uncertainty
- Inside quickness to take advantage of over-sets
- Hand usage at top of the rush is efficient and effective
- Has spin counter and is able to tie rush moves together
- Three blocked kicks last season