From now until the 2023 NFL Draft, we will scout and create profiles for as many prospects as possible, examining their strengths, weaknesses, and what they can bring to an NFL franchise. These players could be potential top-10 picks, all the way down to Day 3 selections, and priority undrafted free agents. Today, a scouting report on Arkansas EDGE Trajan Jeffcoat.
— Has all the measurables you look for in an edge rusher
— Can play with his hand in the dirt or as a standup 3-4 outside linebacker
— Possesses the size and strength to hold his own at the point of attack
— Shows flashes as a pass rusher with his long arm and inside spin moves
— Will often counter inside with the spin or the rip if he can’t get the corner
— Can convert speed to power as a rusher to knock tackles backward
— Does a great job shooting gaps inside to get immediate penetration into the backfield
— Has the stopping power to bring down big quarterbacks and runners solo
— Shows good pursuit of the football
— Has the tools to develop into more of an impactful pass rusher
— Lacks elite play speed and acceleration in the open field
— Doesn’t always to his size and strength on the edge
— Will lose contain at times due to lack of technique or urgency
— Doesn’t get in on many plays as a run defender
— Pass rush production is lacking for the traits he has
— Fails to get around the corner often against tackles
— Doesn’t possess great bend or flexibility
— Has a tough time disengaging from blocks
— Hasn’t developed into a reliable pass rusher despite ample starting experience at two SEC schools
— Redshirt Senior prospect (6th year) from Columbia, SC
— Ranked as a three-star recruit by Rivals
— Partnered with the The Diaper Collective to raise over $20,000 to give diapers to families
— Committed to Missouri out of high school and played in 13 games as a true freshman in 2018 and made seven total tackles and one sack
— Redshirted the whole 2019 season
— Broke out in 2020, where he recorded 23 tackles, six tackles for loss, six sacks, seven quarterback hurries, and a forced fumble in 10 games played
— Started all 13 games in 2021 and posted 34 tackles, ten tackles for loss, 3.