Scouting Journals for Nigel Smith II

Flexible, technically savvy defensive lineman who looks to be a mismatch as an interior pass rusher. Measured a shade over 6-foot-4, 260 pounds prior to his senior season. Has a frame to keep adding more weight. Does not have high end length for the position. Lines up as a big defensive end and slides inside to exploit mismatches. A loose, flexible athlete who plays with outstanding bend. Gets low off the snap. Shows active, quick hands. Skill set as a pass rusher is amplified when he faces interior offensive linemen. Does a nice job disengaging as a run defender. Productive as a junior tallying 11 sacks and 17 tackles for loss. Solid athlete, but does not appear to be overly twitchy. Comes from athletic stock, as his father played basketball at SMU. Could play as a 4i or eventually grow into a defensive tackle.