One of the biggest defensive linemen in this year’s draft, Johnathan Hankins shows surprising balance and grace for a man his size. While he does not (and won’t ever) offer much as a pass rusher, Hankins has the size, feet, and balance to play multiple positions along the line in a 3-4 defense, although he is still under-developed as a true nose tackle and is more comfortable in space at defensive end and at three-technique right now.
Overall Strengths
+ Impressive size
+ Relatively light feet for his build
+ Good balance
Overall Weaknesses
– Lacks burst in all phases
– Slow, winding punch and inconsistent hand use
– Not great at the point of attack inside
Draft Projection
Second Day
Best Team Fits
PIT (2.18), WAS (2.21), GB (2.25), NE (2.29), KC (3.1), PHI (3.5), AZ (3.7)
Tools ( + )
Height
Weight
Arm Length
40 Time
6’3”
320 pounds
33.08”
5.31
The fourth-heaviest defensive lineman at the combine,…
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