WillMacKenzie

I hope we can fill the hole at RB...

lee909

This is mental

Its all fallen apart after a good start


What the hell are they thinking not getting a DE
We will be bringing Kruger back at this rate

papz

I'm so sad to see the Falcons add Duke Riley. They are going to fly to the ball on defense.

pherein

I dont even see this guy

2016 FBS (I-A) College Football Individual Statistics Leaders for Rushing - ESPN

ChrisXVI

Anzalone?! I mean, he could be good but I don't know. We went off the rails tonight. Ireland must have run out of tranquilizers for Loomis.

lee909

This pick sucks moneky balls


OVERVIEW

Anzalone (pronounced ann-zuh-LOAN-ee) came to Gainesville as a fantastic two-way high school star in Pennsylvania, but has spent almost as much time on the trainer's table than on the field during his career. He played in 10 games as a true freshman, only making two tackles as he struggled with a shoulder issue. Anzalone played in all 12 games as a reserve in 2014, making 14 stops, one for loss. He finally got his chance to start as a junior, but had to redshirt after injuring his shoulder again in the second game of the year (six tackles). The linebacker known for his long, blonde hair started the Gators' first eight contests in 2016, collecting 53 tackles (four TFL, three sacks) but again was sidelined for the end of the season with a broken left arm.

ANALYSIS

STRENGTHS Has desired size and athleticism to fit into any defensive scheme. His fluid hips allow for easy flips and turns in space. Wide open strider with plus range. Makes up plenty of ground to the perimeter when looking to reel in running backs. Plays with gap-to-gap lateral quickness in his shuffle. Races downhill to get a taste of what iso blockers are serving up. Three-down linebacker who showed off the speed to carry running backs down the field in coverage. Has experience playing all three linebacker spots. Squeezes routes from zone and has acceleration to match seam-running tight-ends. Has closing burst and enough wiggle to challenge the pocket as a blitzer.

WEAKNESSES Has had substantial injuries in his background that helped limit his playing time and production. Has no interceptions or forced fumbles at Florida. Plays with inconsistent base. Contact balance is very average. Needs to improve with taking on pulling guards and cross blocking H-backs. Disengagement takes too long and he expends too much energy. Needs to punch and move to avoid being engulfed by linemen. Gets moved out of his run fits by misdirection. Overreacts to play fakes and will lose sight of the ball. At times, will look to do too much in coverage rather than just manning his position.

DRAFT PROJECTION Rounds 2-3

SOURCES TELL US "You saw at (Senior Bowl) practice how gifted he is athletically. He just has to prove he can stay on the field." -- NFC
Personnel Director
NFL COMPARISON Vincent Ray

BOTTOM LINE Anzalone's size, speed and athleticism will be tempting for teams looking for a linebacker who can play all three spots. However, concerns about his durability could cause some teams to shy away from him on the first two days of the draft. If he can stay healthy, he has the talent to become a solid three-down starter in the league.

"Two receivers to the left, Garcon to the right. Manning in the shotgun, puts Collie in motion. Looks in his direction...it's picked off! It's picked off! It's Tracy Porter again! He's runnin' free! He's gonna go all the way!

blackangold

Gonna have a great IR team this year.

Rugby Saint II

Alex Anzalone. We are stacked at LB'er.

blackangold

Too many LBs

K Major

I must say I'm not feeling this LB pick. This guy stays hurt.