From now until the 2025 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, down to Day 3 selections, and priority undrafted free agents. Today, a scouting report on Notre Dame DL Howard Cross III.
NO. 56 HOWARD CROSS III DL/NOTRE DAME – 6010, 288 POUNDS (SENIOR)
| Player | Ht/Wt | Hand Size | Arm Length | Wingspan |
| Howard Cross III | 6010/288 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 40-Yard Dash | 10-Yard Dash | Short Shuttle | 3-Cone | |
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
| Broad Jump | Vertical | Bench Press | ||
| N/A | N/A | N/A |
THE GOOD
-High motor, never gives up on a play
-Quick first step
-Used rip and swim moves well in college, has a solid bag of pass-rushing moves
-Had coverage sacks in college due to extra effort
-Is able to shed blocks against the run
-Strong hands
-Good bend and pad level when rushing passer
-Durable, played in at least 11 games in five of six years in college
-Good speed and athleticism for his position
THE BAD
-Small stature for an interior defensive lineman
-Lack of strength, can’t escape double teams
-Struggles to seperate from offensive lineman after initial move when rushing the passer
-Gets walled off by bigger lineman once he gets caught out of position
-Lack of size makes it hard for him to get into the backfield with bull rush if his pass rush moves aren’t working
-Gets beaten to point of attack too often
-Lack of length
-Will be 24 in rookie season
BIO
-23-years old
-Hometown: Paramus, NJ
-Attended St.