Size-Strength-Speed
Good height and bulk at this stage with a frame that looks capable of supporting additional good mass with time in a college weight program. Displays very good upper and lower body playing strength and good initial quicks for size.
Versus the Run
Demonstrates the ability to fire out low and uncoil at contact and when he keeps pads low he can be tough to move off the ball with one blocker and flashes ability to hold ground against double teams. Needs to continue to develop hand usage, but flashes the ability to separate and shed from defenders in time to make a play at the line of scrimmage. Flashes ability to work through contact and create penetration at times and as a run defender.
Pass Rush Skills
Displays ability to develop into an effective bull rusher. Flashes some activity, but needs to continue to develop the use of his weapons. Displays the lateral mobility to develop effective double moves as a pass rusher. Can do a good job of getting his hands up and knocking down passes when he can't getr to the QB.
Toughness/Motor
Active and physical player that displays good recognition and a nose for the football. Flashes good range and along with a good motor helps him to make plays outside of the tackle box at times. Can be a good wrap up and run through tackler.
Bottom Line
Wilkins looks too often have a good size as well as ability advantage at his current level and may need to adjust to a slightly greater jump in competition. Still though, a good prospect with the size and tools to develop into a very productive college D-Tackle.
Junior Eval
STRENGTHS: Strong and sound defensive tackle prospect. Demonstrates a powerful build with very good upper and lower body playing strength. Flashes good speed and range to make plays outside of his box. Reacts well to schemes and angles and shows a good nose for the football. A punishing wrap up and run through tackler. Very adept and active defender versus the run. ... AREAS OF IMPROVEMENT: Lacks great explosiveness and sudden quicks off the ball. Can be disruptive at times, but needs polish in his speed rushing technique. He relies on quickness. ... BOTTOM LINE: Wilkins is a solid interior player that shows consistent production and has good upside. We feel his best fit is at DT, although he almost exclusively plays end. Could develop into a fine two-gap player.
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