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 Washington EDGE Zion Tupuola-Fetui.
— Has good size, length, and athleticism for the position
— Shows good burst in pursuit of the quarterback as well as chasing the ballcarrier
— Does a good job countering back inside when he reaches the top of the pocket
— Will rack up effort plays as the play extends
— Uses his hands to knock down opponent’s outside arm to win the corner
— Will stab blocker’s chest with long arms to work his way into the pocket
— Runs his feet on contact to work through blocks
— Plays with a sense of urgency as he chases the football
— Can drop into coverage in the flats in zone
— Showed the ability to produce as a pass rusher in earlier seasons
— Lacks great play strength and can get overwhelmed by size and power
— Foot quickness in the open field is average as ball carriers evade him with one move
— Will get stuck on blocks when initial move fails
— Needs to do a better job turning the corner and finishing his rush
— Lacks control with a high motor as he can arrive at the football out of control
— 6th-year senior with a notable injury history
— Has plateaued in his development and production as a pass rusher since 2020
— Redshirt Senior prospect from Pearl City, HI
— Played defensive end and tight end in high school, also played volleyball
— Played two games his first year in 2018, then redshirted
— Played in a reserve role in 2019 and recorded nine total tackles (six solo)
— Played in three games in 2020 and notched 13 total tackles, seven sacks, three forced fumbles, one fumble recovery, and one pass deflection in four games played
— Ruptured his Achilles in the spring of 2021
— Managed to recover to play in two games in 2021 and notched eight total tackles and a sack; also missed time due to a concussion
— Returned to the lineup in 2022 and started two-of-13 games and made 28 total tackles, 4.