Saints add to linebacker corps with Alex Anzalone
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The New Orleans Saints have selected linebacker Alex Anzalone out of Florida in the third round of the 2017 NFL Draft.
Anzalone is an excellent athlete for his position and should compete for a starting spot during training camp this year.
The Saints will likely be weary of Anzalone's history of injuries but they've picked up a player that ought to contribute immediately if healthy.
Alex Anzalone Bio
Position: LB
School: Florida
College Experience: Junior
Height: 6-2
Weight: 241 lbs.
Strengths
- Freakish athlete.
- Capable of rushing passer or dropping into coverage.
- Good instincts and motor.
- Takes good angles, which allows him to fully utilize his closing speed.
- Has experience playing outside and inside linebacker.
Weaknesses
- Inability to stay healthy, missed chunks of games each year at Florida.
- Can be too eager to make something happen, sometimes gets lost on play action (NFL.com).
Combine Results
| Event | Result |
|---|---|
| 40-yd Dash | 4.63 sec |
| Bench Press | 16 reps |
| Vertical Jump | 30.5 inches |
| Broad Jump | 116 inches |
| 3-Cone Drill | 6.88 sec |
| 20-yd Shuttle | 4.25 sec |
| 60-yd Shuttle | 11.71 sec |