Browns trade up to grab DT Xavier Cooper in 3rd round
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The Cleveland Browns traded back into the third round to select defensive tackle Xavier Cooper out of Washington State.
The Browns surrendered picks 111, 147 and 202 to the New England Patriots for picks 96 and 219.
Cooper is the third Pac-12 defensive lineman to join the Browns in this draft, following Danny Shelton and Nate Orchard.
Xavier Cooper Bio
Position: DT
School: Washington State
College Experience: Redshirt Junior
Height: 6-4
Weight: 299 lbs.
Age: 23
Combine Results
| Event | Result |
|---|---|
| 40-yd Dash | 4.42 sec |
| Bench Press | N/A |
| Vertical Jump | 33 inches |
| Broad Jump | 120 inches |
| 3-Cone Drill | 6.71 sec |
| 20-yd Shuttle | 3.98 sec |
Strengths
- Performed extremely well at the combine, finishing first among defensive tackles in every drill except the vertical jump and bench press.
- Very active hands, which helps him shed blockers and excel as pass rusher.
- Three-year starter at Washington State.
- Impressive acceleration and balance.
- Quick feet allow him to get around bigger offensive linemen.
Weaknesses
- Has a tendency to overextend and bend at the waist.
- Arms are on the shorter side.
- Pad level tends to rise during penetration.
- Has difficulty finishing tackles.