2011 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Von Miller
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Strengths: Outstanding speed; eliminates space in a hurry
Elite first step
Very intelligent; knows how to set up an OT
Technically sound with footwork
Plethora of rush moves
Great motor and gives nice second effort
Extremely productive junior year
Terrific range
Fluid athlete and can cover a lot of ground
Smooth hips in coverage
Can turn and run with running backs/tight ends
Stays low and runs with the arc
Instinctive with natural feel for the game
Tenacious pass rusher
Excellent counter moves
Smooth transition to 3-4 scheme in NFL
Leader with good work ethic
Playmaker
Still has upside
Weaknesses: Very small frame
Gets overwhelmed at point of attack
Weak versus the run
Hand use could improve
Needs to add strength
Strictly a 3-4 outside linebacker
Summary: Von Miller doesn't have the size you look for, but he gets the most out of his abilities and has an extremely high level of athleticism. With the 3-4 scheme in the NFL now, you don't need to be 6-4, 255 pounds to play outside linebacker. All you need is a great first step and elite speed, and Miller brings both to the table. I have a first-round grade on Miller going into the season and I expect him to have a big senior year and end up being a first-round pick.
Player Comparison: Elvis Dumervil. Dumervil and Miller are both undersized, but they are tremendously athletic and wreak havoc on quarterbacks at the rush linebacker position.
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Summary: Von Miller doesn't have the size you look for, but he gets the most out of his abilities and has an extremely high level of athleticism. With the 3-4 scheme in the NFL now, you don't need to be 6-4, 255 pounds to play outside linebacker. All you need is a great first step and elite speed, and Miller brings both to the table. I have a first-round grade on Miller going into the season and I expect him to have a big senior year and end up being a first-round pick.
Player Comparison: Elvis Dumervil. Dumervil and Miller are both undersized, but they are tremendously athletic and wreak havoc on quarterbacks at the rush linebacker position.
RELATED LINKS:
2011 NFL Mock Draft: Matt's | Walt's
2011 NFL Draft Prospect Rankings
2011 NFL Draft Scouting Reports