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CLICK HERE to Register for a free account and login for a smoother ad-free experience. It's easy, and only takes a few moments.I wonder what BOR thinks of this guy????Kind of a smaller player than the Pats look for but he has been an outstanding edge rusher for the Utes
Should the Pats take a look at this guy in the late second round where I think he will be available?.
I wonder what BOR thinks of this guy????
Don't understand....
You've never seen Box's comments on Misi?..while not being connor barwinesq, he is high on him. Misi is Box's pick at LB
Koa Misi OLB, Utah
NFP Grade: 6.4
Scouting Report:
Koa Misi: No. 41, OLB/DE, 6-2, 263
Misi is a gifted athlete for his size who showcases impressive initial burst and natural closing speed when asked to make plays in pursuit. He works well downfield and has the range to make plays on the ball in space. But his natural burst and speed don't translate as well when he plays with his hand on the ground. He possesses an average first step as a pass rusher, allows his pad level to get too high and struggles to change directions off the edge. Misi looks more natural standing up when he uses his hands much better to gain leverage and is more effective when asked to disengage. He isn't powerful at the point of attack as a run defender. He struggles to sit into his stance and anchor on contact. He can be overwhelmed and is consistently driven downfield. He uses his long arms well to eventually shed blocks, but that takes place too far downfield. He looks like a tough, hard-working 3-4 OLB who has some natural speed for his frame. But I don't see the type of change of direction skills or lateral quickness for him to develop into an impact pass rusher.
I would be concerned with his production. Especially since his level of competition wasn't elite.
Do you think he can play ILB? If we're going to draft a OLB I would want someone who knows how to get to the QB. He seems more of a watch the play progress and then decide what to do type of player.
Kind of a smaller player than the Pats look for but he has been an outstanding edge rusher for the Utes
Should the Pats take a look at this guy in the late second round where I think he will be available?.
#41 white lining up from NT to OLB on the defensive left (listed as a 260 lb. DE): YouTube - John Parker Wilson Had a bad dayAny insightful video footage on this Misi guy?
#41 white lining up from NT to OLB on the defensive left (listed as a 260 lb. DE): YouTube - John Parker Wilson Had a bad day
Oar or ore...Al-Koa can't wait. It all starts with dirt.
He is about the same size as Bruschi (a little taller) with a similar college background. If he has the smarts, he has the skill set to play all over the field. He showed a lot in the Senior Bowl game. There is a strong sentiment on this board to pigeon-hole people into defined roles and positions (see McClain, Rolando). I'm of the opposite mindset. If a player can fit into multiple positions and roles (even if he isn't optimal at any of them), then the opposing QB will have a hard time getting a pre-snap read on what the defense is doing.
So if Belichick has a good feeling about what Misi has to offer between his ears, then I'm all for drafting him and developing new and inventive ways of unleashing him.
Agree with this. If Misi shows the smarts and dedication and decent agility and overall athleticism at the combine, his potential versatility becomes a big plus. My major concern might be his run defense. But if it's a matter of technique and he's able to learn . . .
To add to Metaphor's thoughts, Misi started dropping weight during the season to prepare for changing positions in the NFL - going from 260+ to his current reported 245 makes a big difference playing DE and OLB and occasionally DT. I'd expect Coaches Woicik and Nash to bulk him back up 10 lbs (minimum) if NE does bring him onboard to be an OLB.Agree with this. If Misi shows the smarts and dedication and decent agility and overall athleticism at the combine, his potential versatility becomes a big plus. My major concern might be his run defense. But if it's a matter of technique and he's able to learn . . .
Doesn't matter if we like him or not, he is not a 6'4 4.6 guy. I am simply ignoring guys who don't meet this requirement, a group that will be shortened after the combine this week.
Why do those 2 numbers matter so much to you?