Vincent Anthony Jr.

Draft Projection

Measurements

Athletic Testing

Strengths

• Length advantage at 78 inches creates natural leverage problems for tackles trying to punch inside his frame
• Explosive first step off the snap generates immediate pressure and forces tackles into recovery mode early
• Bend around the edge shows surprising flexibility for his frame, dipping shoulders while maintaining balance through contact
• Active hands throughout the rush sequence keep blockers guessing and create separation at the point of attack
• Motor runs hot from snap to whistle, pursuing plays across the field and finishing with violent intentions
• Pass rush repertoire continues expanding with counter moves developing to complement his speed-to-power conversion ability
• Instinctive recognition of screen plays and misdirection allows him to disrupt timing in the backfield consistently
• Football character evident through community involvement and team leadership demonstrates the intangibles teams covet in franchise players

Areas to Improve

• Weight at 250 pounds sits well below ideal for NFL edges, potentially limiting his anchor against power rushers
• Run defense consistency wavers when asked to set the edge, sometimes getting washed down against zone schemes
• Tackling fundamentals need refinement as he whiffs on opportunities in space more than you'd like to see
• Pass rush plan can become predictable when initial move fails, lacking the counter arsenal of elite rushers
• Injury history with missed games in 2023 raises some durability questions about his frame holding up