2013 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Jesse Williams
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By Charlie Campbell
Strengths:
Good athlete
Decent bull rush
Powerful upper body
Can destroy single blocks
Hard to move off line of scrimmage
Constantly fills his gap
Good fit as a zero-technique in a 3-4
Plays with good pad level
Scheme versatility
Experienced
Weaknesses: Zero pass-rush ability
Top heavy
Shedding blocks
Weak against double teams
Short arms (32.08)
Has quiet stretches
Already had one concussion
Summary: The Alabama Crimson Tide have featured a tough, physical defense comprised of maulers at the line of scrimmage. Williams was one of those defenders who did the dirty work for Alabama's defense. The powerful defensive tackle was part of a tough run defense that controlled the SEC.
Originally from Australia, Williams didn't start playing football until he was 15 years old. Williams then played a couple seasons of community college before breaking into the lineup for Alabama as a junior. He had 24 tackles with four tackles for a loss and half a sack in 2011. Williams was a starting five-technique defensive end but moved inside to tackle as part of a four-man front in pass-rushing situations.
Williams took on a larger role in 2012. The senior had a rough start to the season as he was limited against Michigan in Week 1 and sat out the next game, against Western Kentucky, with a concussion. Williams played better later in the year with good performances versus Texas A&M, LSU, Georgia and Notre Dame. He had 37 tackles, 2.5 tackles for a loss and one sack in 2012.
Scouts told WalterFootball.com that they believe Williams is not deserving of a first-round pick because he doesn't have any pass-rush ability. They felt that he projects as a 3-4 nose tackle, 3-4 defense end or a 4-3 nose guard. In all three of those roles, Williams could be asked to eat up double-teams, especially if he is lining up on the inside of the defensive line.
Sources felt that Williams is supposed to be a two-gap defender in the NFL. Tackles like that are regularly assigned to stuff and eat up double-teams. Scouts said Williams really struggled against double-teams in college and they were able to have success against him. Scouts said that Williams can whip a single block, but they have concerns that he can hold up against doubles in the NFL.
One team that could consider Williams views him as a second-day pick. However, their scouts said they weren't fans of him. They felt that he is top heavy with some thin legs and that could be an issue in the NFL. They also didn't like that he is tight athletically with zero pass-rush ability.
Williams needs to get better at holding his ground against double-teams, especially bump blocks that are a lot more powerful in the NFL than they are in college. If Williams can develop the ability to hold his ground against double-teams, he should turn into a tough physical presence at the point of attack. Against a single block, Williams should be a tough run-defender who causes problems up the middle.
Williams has the potential to be a good run-stuffer at the next level, but doesn't offer much of anything as a pass-rusher. He looks like a two-down player, at most, as a pro and with the amount of nickel formations teams run, may only end up playing 40 percent of his defense's snaps.
Some project Williams to be a late first-round pick, but with his lack of pass-rush ability he looks better suited to be second- or third-round pick.
Player Comparison: Sione Pouha. If Williams pans out in the NFL, he could be a player comparable to Pouha. Pouha has been a quality nose tackle since being selected by the Jets in the third round of the 2005 NFL Draft. Williams is just about identical in his measurements to Pouha (6-3, 325), and both players are physical at the point of attack. If Williams continues to improve his game, he could excel like Pouha.
NFL Matches: Kansas City, Philadelphia, Indianapolis, Pittsburgh, Green Bay, New England
There are a number of teams that could target Williams. The Chiefs could use more talent for their defensive line and could consider Williams if he makes it to their third-round pick.
The Eagles have switched to a 3-4 defense and could use more linemen for that scheme. Williams also fits Chip Kelly's desire to get bigger and more physical on defense.
The Colts have Williams' former teammate Josh Chapman and could think of adding Williams to their defensive line if he is available when they select in the third round.
Pittsburgh released Casey Hampton this offseason and could use another nose tackle option. Williams would make a lot of sense going to the Steelers on the second day of the 2013 NFL Draft.
Green Bay could use more help on its defensive line and Williams is a nice scheme fit in the team's 3-4.
The Patriots need some youth at defensive tackle and have drafted players like Williams in the past. Plus, Vince Wilfork is getting older. Williams could occupy blockers to try and free up New England's linebackers.
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2013 NFL Draft Prospect Rankings
2013 NFL Draft Scouting Reports
2013 Fantasy Football Rankings - May 19
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2014 NFL Mock Draft - May 15
2013 NBA Mock Draft - May 3
NFL Picks - Feb. 3
Weaknesses:
Summary: The Alabama Crimson Tide have featured a tough, physical defense comprised of maulers at the line of scrimmage. Williams was one of those defenders who did the dirty work for Alabama's defense. The powerful defensive tackle was part of a tough run defense that controlled the SEC.
Originally from Australia, Williams didn't start playing football until he was 15 years old. Williams then played a couple seasons of community college before breaking into the lineup for Alabama as a junior. He had 24 tackles with four tackles for a loss and half a sack in 2011. Williams was a starting five-technique defensive end but moved inside to tackle as part of a four-man front in pass-rushing situations.
Williams took on a larger role in 2012. The senior had a rough start to the season as he was limited against Michigan in Week 1 and sat out the next game, against Western Kentucky, with a concussion. Williams played better later in the year with good performances versus Texas A&M, LSU, Georgia and Notre Dame. He had 37 tackles, 2.5 tackles for a loss and one sack in 2012.
Scouts told WalterFootball.com that they believe Williams is not deserving of a first-round pick because he doesn't have any pass-rush ability. They felt that he projects as a 3-4 nose tackle, 3-4 defense end or a 4-3 nose guard. In all three of those roles, Williams could be asked to eat up double-teams, especially if he is lining up on the inside of the defensive line.
Sources felt that Williams is supposed to be a two-gap defender in the NFL. Tackles like that are regularly assigned to stuff and eat up double-teams. Scouts said Williams really struggled against double-teams in college and they were able to have success against him. Scouts said that Williams can whip a single block, but they have concerns that he can hold up against doubles in the NFL.
One team that could consider Williams views him as a second-day pick. However, their scouts said they weren't fans of him. They felt that he is top heavy with some thin legs and that could be an issue in the NFL. They also didn't like that he is tight athletically with zero pass-rush ability.
Williams needs to get better at holding his ground against double-teams, especially bump blocks that are a lot more powerful in the NFL than they are in college. If Williams can develop the ability to hold his ground against double-teams, he should turn into a tough physical presence at the point of attack. Against a single block, Williams should be a tough run-defender who causes problems up the middle.
Williams has the potential to be a good run-stuffer at the next level, but doesn't offer much of anything as a pass-rusher. He looks like a two-down player, at most, as a pro and with the amount of nickel formations teams run, may only end up playing 40 percent of his defense's snaps.
Some project Williams to be a late first-round pick, but with his lack of pass-rush ability he looks better suited to be second- or third-round pick.
Player Comparison: Sione Pouha. If Williams pans out in the NFL, he could be a player comparable to Pouha. Pouha has been a quality nose tackle since being selected by the Jets in the third round of the 2005 NFL Draft. Williams is just about identical in his measurements to Pouha (6-3, 325), and both players are physical at the point of attack. If Williams continues to improve his game, he could excel like Pouha.
NFL Matches: Kansas City, Philadelphia, Indianapolis, Pittsburgh, Green Bay, New England
There are a number of teams that could target Williams. The Chiefs could use more talent for their defensive line and could consider Williams if he makes it to their third-round pick.
The Eagles have switched to a 3-4 defense and could use more linemen for that scheme. Williams also fits Chip Kelly's desire to get bigger and more physical on defense.
The Colts have Williams' former teammate Josh Chapman and could think of adding Williams to their defensive line if he is available when they select in the third round.
Pittsburgh released Casey Hampton this offseason and could use another nose tackle option. Williams would make a lot of sense going to the Steelers on the second day of the 2013 NFL Draft.
Green Bay could use more help on its defensive line and Williams is a nice scheme fit in the team's 3-4.
The Patriots need some youth at defensive tackle and have drafted players like Williams in the past. Plus, Vince Wilfork is getting older. Williams could occupy blockers to try and free up New England's linebackers.
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dave dorger
04-27-2013
05:38 pm
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He plays a lot like another guy exactly the same size.....oh, what was his name....Terrell Davis or something or other. I wonder how that guy did in the NFL.
You don't know your stuff very well..
04-11-2013
11:32 am
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LETHAL? gore, lethal in the passing game? really?
FUNNYMAN4WI
04-11-2013
03:44 am
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I think Jones is going to be a very good player in the NFL, very versatile. That's why I don't like the Jeff Saturday comparison. Saturday only played center. Barrett Jones can play any offensive line position. A better comparison would be Seattle Seahawk Max Unger.
T.C.
04-10-2013
11:33 am
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Jones is the Type of Player any Coach would want on his Team and I would love to see him on the Bucs.
He will be a 12-15 Year NFL Player & will go to Multiple Pro-Bowls. He will be a Steal in the 2nd Round and an Ultimate Steal if slips into the 3rd!
Lions koolaid
04-05-2013
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I wish my detroit football lions would select both alabama interior offensive linemen high in this draft warmack in the first then jones in the second watch out league here comes the real reggie bush
know my stuff
03-31-2013
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He doesnt remind me of frank gore at all. Gore is lethal in the passing game and lacy wont be. Lacy is alot more like michael turner before being banged up
Charles Rouleau
03-22-2013
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Make up your mind on his size. Top says 6-0 200 bottom says 5-11 190. Those are big differences to some.I think 5-11 190 is Joe Hadens size.
SirA
03-21-2013
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There's even a very good article about why the Lions won't draft Milliner.
http://www.detroitlionsdraft.com/2013/03/why-the-lions-are-not-drafting-dee-milliner/ I'm glad Charlie also realizes this.
This ->
03-21-2013
08:55 am
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"However, Detroit selected a lot of corners in the middle rounds last year, so the team could target the offensive line or defensive line instead of Milliner. Martin Mayhew hasn't shown an inclination to draft cornerbacks in the first round over linemen."
I wish every other mock drafter realized, like you, that the Lions are already okay going into next year at CB and they value the trenches a lot more. It seems like mocking a CB to the Lions has become a national tradition the past few years.
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2013 NFL Draft Prospect Rankings
2013 NFL Draft Scouting Reports
2013 Fantasy Football Rankings - May 19
Charlie's 2014 NFL Mock Draft - May 16
2014 NFL Mock Draft - May 15
2013 NBA Mock Draft - May 3
NFL Picks - Feb. 3
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