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http://withthefirstpick.com/2014/04...uting-report-khyri-thornton-dt-southern-miss/
Thornton measured 6’3” 304lbs at the scouting combine with 32 ½” arms. He has a strong upper body and does not carry much excess weight on his frame. Thornton shows good burst and overall athletic ability when not forced to open his hips.
System Fit
Thornton’s best fit is in a 4-3 scheme as a 3-technique defensive tackle who can help inside as a nose in a pinch. He really does not buy into being a nose in terms of what he being a clogging defensive lineman. Thornton is far more inclined to try to win off the snap and win with quickness.
If he can get better at being consistent playing low and finishing with speed, he can develop into a nice depth player or potentially a starter. Right now, Thornton looks like he will need to be a fifth or sixth defensive tackle. He might have to make a practice squad this year.
Thornton measured 6’3” 304lbs at the scouting combine with 32 ½” arms. He has a strong upper body and does not carry much excess weight on his frame. Thornton shows good burst and overall athletic ability when not forced to open his hips.
System Fit
Thornton’s best fit is in a 4-3 scheme as a 3-technique defensive tackle who can help inside as a nose in a pinch. He really does not buy into being a nose in terms of what he being a clogging defensive lineman. Thornton is far more inclined to try to win off the snap and win with quickness.
If he can get better at being consistent playing low and finishing with speed, he can develop into a nice depth player or potentially a starter. Right now, Thornton looks like he will need to be a fifth or sixth defensive tackle. He might have to make a practice squad this year.