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2023 Guide: What Ourlads’ NFL Scouting Services said about TYRUS WHEAT:
Mississippi State | H: 6020 W: 263 40: 4.65 A: 3278 H: 0900 W: 7834
Three-year starter, Amite, LA. Second-team All-SEC this past season. Typically aligns on the edge and will play off-ball linebacker in their three-down fronts. His aggressive demeanor and non-stop motor stand out and help him make plays all over the field. Physical at the point-of-attack as he engages with violent hands, and does not shy away from contact. Will anchor down and hold his ground with his strong lower body when setting the edge. Squeezes down when he reads flow away with hips square to the line, and utilizes great foot quickness to dart upfield and meet the ball carrier. When in between the tackles versus run, will skinny up and force his way into gaps using his brute strength. Retraces quickly and will take precise angles to the sideline in pursuit with a desire to impact the play. Versus pass, utilizes a strong bull rush with low pad level to drive offensive linemen into the backfield. Can win inside as a blitzer forcing his way into gaps and fighting his way into the backfield. Will drop to an area in zone coverage and play with his head on a swivel to locate threats. A stiff athlete who struggles to turn the corner on the edge and to flip his hips in space. Needs to work on his use-of-hands and placement when engaged. Misses tackles in space due to his lunging habit. Lacks a pass rush plan other than his bull rush, needs to be more creative with his pass rush moves. Cannot be relied upon to mirror running backs or tight ends in man coverage.
2022 Stats: 53 T, 10.5 TFL, 6 sacks, 2 PBU, 8 QBH, 1 FR, 1 INT. Edge speed:left 2.21, right 2.62. OSR:28/43. 7th round/PFA.