Falcons select Grady Jarrett in 5th round on day after his home was damaged in fire
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The Atlanta Falcons traded up to select defensive tackle Grady Jarrett out of Clemson in the fifth round of the 2015 NFL Draft on Saturday.
It's a double dip for the Falcons on Clemson defenders after they used their first-round pick on Vic Beasley.
In order to move up, the Falcons sent the Minnesota Vikings the 185th overall pick.
While gathered with 30 friends and family members in anticipation of his draft selection, Jarrett's home in Conyers, Ga., was struck with a fire that caused some fairly significant damage late Friday.
Fortunately, there weren't any injuries in the fire, and Jarrett's home wasn't left beyond repair.
Falcons owner Arthur Blank offered to pitch in and purchase clothes for Garrett, according to ESPN's Chris Mortensen.
"When I talked to them, they said whatever I need, they'll help me out," Jarrett said. "It's just a blessing."
Grady Jarrett Bio
Position: DT
School: Clemson
College Experience: Senior
Height: 6-0
Weight: 288 lbs.
Age: 22
Combine Results
| Event | Result |
|---|---|
| 40-yd Dash | 5.06 sec |
| Bench Press | 30 reps |
| Vertical Jump | 31 inches |
| Broad Jump | 112 inches |
| 3-Cone Drill | 7.37 sec |
| 20-yd Shuttle | 4.56 sec |
Strengths
- Quick off the snap.
- Able to penetrate into the backfield.
- Durable; has never missed a game due to injury.
- Has natural leverage and plays with a low pad level.
Weaknesses
- Some physical limitations due to being undersized for the position.
- Appears to wear down late in games.
- Lacks versatility. Would fit best in a one-gap scheme.