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Scouting Profile: Meet the draft's best athlete, UCLA's Myles Jack

Mark J. Rebilas / Reuters

Get an in-depth look at the top prospects in this year's draft class leading up to the NFL draft, which takes place from April 28-30 in Chicago.

Myles Jack

Position: OLB
School: UCLA
College Experience: Junior
Height: 6-1
Weight: 245 lbs.
Age: 20

NFL player comparison: Thomas Davis

Jack comes in at a very similar size and skill set to the Carolina Panthers standout linebacker, who entered the league as a defensive back out of Georgia. Both have rightly been labeled as an "athletic freak," and fought off concerns over size at the next level. Davis has fought through three ACL surgeries in the NFL, while Jack played only three games his final college season due to a torn meniscus.

Draft Projection: Round 1 (Top 10)

Strengths

  • Freak athlete with top-end speed, who produced a gaudy 11 touchdowns and 387 yards on just 68 carries at running back in his college career.
  • Ability to play, and guard, multiple positions all over the field.
  • Defensive leader throughout his career at UCLA.
  • Will step in for any NFL team and go sideline-to-sideline as well as any player in the league.
  • Can be an edge-rusher in sub-packages, and can fit into any 4-3 linebacker spot as well.
  • Has spent time at running back and safety, as well as multiple linebacker positions during time with the Bruins.
  • Has the speed and athleticism to cover tight ends, running backs, and even slot receivers.

Weaknesses

  • Coming off torn meniscus injury in final college season.
  • His brand of play has often been labeled reckless, and could be difficult to replicate college success at professional level.
  • Often relies more on athleticism over play recognition while on defense.
  • Lacks prototypical linebacker size.

Combine Results

Event Result
40-yard Dash N/A
Bench Press 19 reps
Vertical Jump 40 inches (pro day)
Broad Jump 124 inches (pro day)
3-Cone Drill N/A
20-yard Shuttle N/A

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