The NFL Draft is just days away, but we have known this years players for almost four months. Do we really know these players? Lets find out with scoring reports on the drafts’ top prospects
Player: Anthony Barr
Summary: Barr is the biggest bang, bust prospect on the defensive side of the ball in this year's draft. Barr was once a can’t miss top five pick, but after the draft process he has fallen from grace a tad. Barr has the potential to be a steal if he continues to grow into an NFL player, but he will need to find a team that is strictly building toward the 3-4.
Pros:
- Great pass rusher
- Elite speed
- Ideal size and build
- Instinctive
- Good closing speed
- Got better every year of college and could continue to grow
Cons:
- Raw
- Limited arsenal of pass rush moves
- Limited in run defense
- Can’t play 4-3
Pro Comparison: Jason Taylor
Barr has the potential to live up to Jason Taylor's standards and they are similar in build, but Barr has weaknesses that can hinder his whole career. If Barr can take his unique skill set to the next level, he will not only be a Taylor clone, but he will be able to surpass the player Jason Taylor was.
Perfect Fits: Tennessee Titans, Dallas Cowboys, Oakland Raiders, Arizona Cardinals
There are a lot of teams who could use Barr’s services, but there are few places that he could play his best at. Barr needs to play in the 3-4 as an outside linebacker, but his upside will tempt many a 4-3 team into changing him in their image.
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