Armon Watts NFL Draft 2019: Scouting Report for Minnesota Vikings' Pick

STRENGTHS

—Good lateral speed and balance to maintain gap control as the lane bounces.

—Excellent length and frame (6'5", 300 lbs) to be a versatile defensive line player.

—Lower-back strength and mobility are impressive and allow him to lean into double-teams and hold stout at the line of scrimmage.

—Quick hands as an interior pass-rusher help keep his frame clean and led to seven sacks in 2018.

—Play speed is faster than timed speed, and he can be disruptive in odd or even fronts.

WEAKNESSES

—One-year starter who has limited tape and experience against top talent.

—Will be 23 years old as a rookie and may be seen as athletically maxed out.

—Inconsistent effort and hustle in all phases, including explosion at snap, motor as a pass-rusher and backside run support and redirection.

—Spatial awareness is limited and he's too focused on winning a one-on-one versus identifying the ball-carrier and redirecting between the tackles.

OVERALL

Armon Watts' best reps are phenomenal. His worst reps show a player who lacks experience and overall feel for the game. Whichever team selects Watts will be betting that, with continued coaching and experience, it can unlock every-down play that shows a great blend of speed, balance, hand usage and length. He may not start immediately, but he is a versatile player who fits any scheme and should be a rotational piece if nothing else as a rookie.

GRADE: 6.15 (ROUND 3 - ROOKIE IMPACT)

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