Packers add Utah State OLB Kyler Fackrell in 3rd round

by theScore Staff
Jim Brown-USA TODAY Sports / Reuters

The Green Bay Packers have selected outside linebacker Kyler Fackrell out of Utah State in the third round of the 2016 NFL Draft.

More to come.

Position: OLB
School: Utah State
College Experience: Redshirt Senior
Height: 6-5
Weight: 245 lbs.

Strengths

  • Displays great lateral quickness and sideline-to-sideline speed.
  • Excellent length and ability to disrupt ball carriers. Outstanding at forcing fumbles.
  • Can be deployed in coverage against running backs and tight ends.
  • Great diagnostic ability and makes quick reads after the snap.

Weaknesses

  • Missed entire 2014 season due to torn ACL and there may be long-term concerns about his knee.
  • Struggles to disengage from blockers.
  • Gets knocked off balance easily and needs to attack opponents at a lower point of contact.
  • Needs to develop more moves in order to become an every-down NFL pass-rusher.

Combine Results

Event Result
40-yd Dash 4.72 sec
Bench Press 15 reps
Vertical Jump 34.5 inches
Broad Jump 121 inches
3-Cone Drill N/A
20-yd Shuttle N/A
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