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Height	Weight	Arm Length	Hand Size
6'2"	235 lbs.	32 3/8"	10 1/4"

40 Yard Dash	Bench Press	Vertical Jump	Broad Jump	3-Cone Drill	20 Yard Shuttle
4.43 Sec	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A

Games	Tackles	Tackles for Loss	Sacks	Pass Defended	Interceptions	Forced Fumbles	Touchdowns
33	165	23.0	13.0	5	0.0	3	0.0

Pros

• Elite athleticism for the position that's rarely been seen.

• Legit sideline-to-sideline speed to quickly run down ball carriers.

• Exceptional spy capabilities from the middle linebacker position.

• Keeps his eyes focused ball carrier at all times with good awareness of plays breaking down.

• Exceptional explosive out of his stance makes it easier to pursue and run down ball carriers.

• Not afraid to attack the line of scrimmage and make a play.

• Good tackler that does a great job of wrapping up and bringing down quickly.

• Not afraid of contact by any means and is very capable adding some pain to tackles.

• Flexible frame opens up great possibilities as a interior blitzer in the NFL.

• Has had great success at getting to quarterback before they can throw the football away.

• Goes after the football when making tackles with punches and rips.

• Athletic enough to cover any receiver or tight end on the field.

• Extensive range in zone coverage due to athletic ability.

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• Versatile linebacker that can play inside and outside.

Cons

• More blitzing capabilities rather than being a capable blitzer at this point in his career.

• Defensive lien in front of him is immensely talented, allowing for plenty blitzes where he is untouched.

 

• 2021 season was better than 2022.

 

• Coverage instincts are a work in progress currently.

 

• Can get caught in the wash when attacking the line of scrimmage.

 

• No pass rush moves to speak of limiting his capabilities of edge rush potential on some plays.

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• Contact balance is questionable when attacking the line of scrimmage.

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• Tackling angles can be inconsistent.

Overview

Trenton Simpson has been widely considered one of the freakier athletes in college football and his combine performance showed just what he's capable of. His ability to outrun ball carriers and bring them down with a vengeance is a great and necessary skill for the position and his potential to expand his skillset beyond this is what is going to get him drafted. The value of the position has taken a hit in the past decade as running the football has become less of a necessity for offenses but his coverage ability will also be a much desired skill. His overall game needs polish and could take a season or two for him to hit his high ceiling but you can't teach 4.4 speed in a 235 lbs. frame with his rare agility and explosiveness. He is a 1st round value player but he may fall a bit due to his position and will be an absolute steal for the team that drafts.