Da'Ron Payne NFL Draft 2018: Scouting Report for Washington Redskins' Pick

POSITIVES

—Ended his Alabama career with standout performances in the College Football Playoff.

—Has strength to anchor at the point of attack and occupies blockers to free up linebackers.

—High-motored player who played assignment football instead of freelancing and going after the quarterback.

—Excellent stack-and-shed strength.

—Can play anywhere on the defensive line.

—Scheme in college kept him from producing huge numbers, but the traits are there to be a top pass-rusher.

NEGATIVES

—Limited reps as a starter and was rarely asked to pin his ears back and rush the passer.

—Lacks ideal height (6'2 ½") and arm length (33").

—Needs to develop counter moves as a pass-rusher.

Da'Ron Payne DL NFL Draft

OVERALL

Da'Ron Payne is still developing as a pass-rusher but showed in the national title game that he can dominate interior linemen when allowed to penetrate. Payne has the strength, quickness and motor to attack when freed up but will also play smart team football.

GRADE: 6.99 (Round 2)

PRO PLAYER COMPARISON: Corey Liuget, Los Angeles Chargers