Can TJ watts be a future 4-3 DE??

[WOW!!]

If we drafted TJ in the 2nd round could he develop into a 4-3 DE starter in a year..

TJ is 6-4 255 lb now..  In a year he could gain weight and strenght and learn how to rush from his hands in the dirt..

While this year he can be a situational passrusher..

 

would this work..

 

 

[TheSpecialJuan]

Absolutely

[Dex]

I like him in the Bruce Irvin role. Would love him at 40.

[ncfan]

He could.  His brother has said he's either along at this point than he was coming out 

[XClown1986]

Yes. No doubt. He could play at 265 and be a very successful DE

[chknwing]

If we draft a lb i will lose my poo

[The Huddler]

would be very cool to have JJ Watts brother as a part of our Dline....

 

what if he became just as good??

 

 

[XClown1986]

10 minutes ago, chknwing said:

If we draft a lb i will lose my poo

He wouldn't be for us.

This would be one of the guys that Gettleman was referring to that is a 3-4 OLB that would be a DE for a 4-3

[OldNorthPowell]

Him or McKinley at 40

[t96]

Why do people always add an "s" to the end of "Watt?"

 

And yes Watt at 40 would be great. He can absolutely be a 4-3 end. Problem is I think he'll slip into the late first. 

[Ace_Aladdin]

Heck yes I would take him, Peppers would be the perfect Mentor.

 

 

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http://www.nfl.com/combine/profiles/t.j.-watt?id=2558064

OVERVIEW

The third Watt brother decided it was time to join his older siblings in the NFL after an excellent junior season. Following in the footsteps of J.J. (a three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year) and Derek (sixth-round pick as a fullback by San Diego) won't be easy. In fact, it wasn't easy for Watt to get on the field his first couple of seasons with the Badgers, redshirting as a tight end in 2013 and losing the following season with a right knee injury. Watt then tore up his left knee during spring practice in 2015, having surgery but returning to play as a reserve linebacker in all 13 games (eight tackles, 1.5 for loss). Finally healthy in 2016, he won a starting job and excelled, garnering second-team Associated Press All-American and first-team All-Big Ten honors with 63 tackles, 15.5 for loss, and 11.5 sacks.

ANALYSIS

STRENGTHS

 Produced at high-end level with just one season of full-time football. Has desired length for the edge with room to accommodate more size. Attacks blockers with early arm extension and utilizes push-pull technique to upset their balance as his pet move against run and pass. Outstanding hand play in his game. Disruptive as first man in on twists. Always ready to leap into passing lane and deflect the throw. Strikes fast and early to create leverage points. Rarely has helmet involved in play and is constantly searching for the ball. Understands art of quick disengagements and can flatten out against outside run. Has good agility to clear trash near his feet and pursue the ball. Functional in space when asked to cover. Can get skinny when shooting gaps and has decisiveness and pursuit quickness to crash down the line and close-out cutback lanes. Consistent, wrap-up finisher as tackler.

SOURCES TELL US

 "He looked a lot stronger and a lot more confident on tape this year. He needs to get bigger, but he's already a strong guy. I can see him standing or playing base end for a 4-3 team. He's going to keep getting better." -- Midwest area scout for AFC team

NFL COMPARISON

 Paul Kruger

BOTTOM LINE

 A long-limbed effort rusher who posted impressive numbers against the run and pass in just one year as a starter. He is a tireless worker who pursues from snap to whistle and his brother, J.J., will be a tremendous resource for technique and pass-rush plan. While he is unlikely to win a race to the edge, he's a plus run defender who can get to the quarterback with plus hand work and relentless effort.

 

[Bj-Monster23]

I don't think he can be a 43 DE right out the gate. I actually think TJ Watt is more suited to be a strong side LB in a 43 and blitz in pass situations. He can also be a inside linebacker in a 34 defense. 

[Kindawack]

I can see TJ Watt transitioning to become a 4-3 end after a year or two of strength and conditioning, to fill out his frame. TJ has a great combination of explosiveness and bend that few edge players have in this draft. If you take a look at his draft profile, you'll see that he excelled in multiple areas and is a great athlete as indicated by his 6.79 3-Cone time which ranks him second among LBs and DEs.

One quote shows NFL teams think TJ Watt can play 4-3 end. "He looked a lot stronger and a lot more confident on tape this year. He needs to get bigger, but he's already a strong guy. I can see him standing or playing base end for a 4-3 team. He's going to keep getting better." -- Midwest area scout for AFC team

Additionally, it Gettleman made some comments at the last presser that seem to indicate he isn't as concerned with player projections for 4-3 or 3-4 defensive line. Even if for some reason TJ Watt can't play 4-3 end, the Panthers actually played a decent number of snaps last year in a base 3-4, and I'm sure Wilks can figure out how to get him on the field.

[KeepPounding58]

I like him in the Bruce Irvin role. Would love him at 40.

He won't fall out of the first. He'll be a great 3-4 outside linebacker. We'd under utilize him.

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