Bengals add speed with LB Jordan Evans
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The Cincinnati Bengals have selected linebacker Jordan Evans out of Oklahoma in the sixth round (193rd overall) of the 2017 NFL Draft.
Jordan Evans Bio
Position: LB
School: Oklahoma
College Experience: Senior
Height: 6-2
Weight: 233 lbs.
Strengths
- Very good speed for his position - should be able to contribute on special teams immediately.
- Good ball skills: recorded four interceptions as a senior, is a definite asset in pass coverage.
- Fluidity in lower body enables easy change of direction.
- Athletic enough to provide production as a blitzer.
Weaknesses
- Doesn't play with a physical edge; needs to fight off blocks to become a factor against the run.
- Poor tackling technique often leads to missed tackles (PFF).
Pro Day Results*
| Event | Result |
|---|---|
| 40-yd Dash | 4.50 sec |
| Bench Press | 19 reps |
| 3-Cone Drill | 7.00 sec |
| 20-yd Shuttle | 4.27 sec |
*All pro day results are unofficial