Nassib has an NFL-ready frame at 6\u20197, 277 pounds and can easily add some extra muscle at the next level. With a quick burst off the line, he has good straight-line speed that allows him to beat his opponent to the edge.<\/p>\n
With his long arms and good hand movement,\u00a0he\u2019s able to shed blockers when rushing the passer and keeps his pad level low. Nassib is a powerful, punishing tackler with a non-stop motor.<\/p>\n
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Pros:<\/strong><\/p>\n – Excellent pass rusher led the nation in sacks despite missing two games<\/p>\n – Quick first step and good straight-line speed off the edge<\/p>\n –\u00a0Smart instinctive player can diagnose plays quickly<\/p>\n – Violent hitter\u00a0will punish ball carriers<\/p>\n Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n – Needs to build up lower body, has somewhat thin legs<\/p>\n – Still raw and needs to develop refined pass-rush moves<\/p>\n – Over-aggressive at times and will overrun the play<\/p>\n What his Role Will Be:<\/strong> Will his Role Change from Year 1-2? How Many Downs Can He Play? What Current Player on the Roster Will He Replace? What is his ST Value? Conclusion: While he\u2019s still raw as a pass-rusher, his production in his senior year makes him an intriguing option. Still the question remains, is he a one-year wonder or a legitimate emerging prospect? With the length, power and production he\u2019s shown as well as his dedication to his craft, it certainly looks like the latter.<\/p>\n Nassib is a player who doesn\u2019t jump off the screen athletically at one watching his film. But he\u2019s got speed, and continually makes plays. He\u2019s got the desire and drive as an underdog that will play well with Bill Belichick and the coaching staff.<\/p>\n He projects in the Patriots system to be a Potential Starter<\/strong> for the Patriots. He should fit in very well into the NE defense as a member of the defensive end rotation.<\/p>\n Nassib is thought to be available in the 3rd<\/sup> to 4th<\/sup> round of the draft. He\u2019d a nice addition if he\u2019s available in that time frame.<\/p>\n Nassib\u2019s highlight film can be found here, courtesy of illinoisaaron:<\/p>\n
\nNassib\u2019s role would be to be a part of the rotation outside for the Patriots defensive line. He\u2019d project initially as a sub-package pass rusher to add depth and fresh legs to the Patriots pressure on the QB.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>Yes, with some added muscle on his frame and increased ability to set the edge, Nassib could become a three-down starter for the team.<\/p>\n
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\n<\/strong>He\u2019ll challenge Flowers and Grissom for reps and with a strong camp showing could push one of the interior players off the roster.<\/p>\n
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\n<\/strong>Nassib would fit in well with the Patriots defensive system as he is a natural 4-3 defensive end. He comes from a football family and is a very dedicated, hard worker that is possibly just scratching his potential as a football player. He was told by former Penn State and Patriots coach Bill O\u2019Brien to forget about playing in the NFL. Six months later, O\u2019Brien awarded him a scholarship.<\/p>\n