Vikings pick up LB Stephen Weatherly in 7th round

The Minnesota Vikings have selected outside linebacker Stephen Weatherly out of Vanderbilt in the seventh round of the 2016 NFL Draft, .

Weatherly adds some pass-rush depth to Minnesota's defensive front. He projects as an end in Mike Zimmer's 4-3 defense, potentially bringing some rotational value in nickel packages.

Stephen Weatherly Bio

Position: OLB
School: Vanderbilt:
College Experience: Junior
Height: 6-4
Weight: 267 lbs.

Strengths

• Excellent size with the potential to add even more bulk to his 6-foot-4 frame.
• Can use his height to see over offensive line and diagnose plays early.
• Closes well on running backs out of the backfield.
• Grew from bench player to defensive leader in just three years of action.
• Effective at rushing the quarterback from multiple positions.

Weaknesses

• Can be hesitant when rushing from the edge, and fails to properly use his exceptional length.
• Needs to add more strength to his lean frame.
• Will struggle dropping into coverage against athletic tight ends.

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