Praise Amaewhule, DE
Praise Amaewhule is probably the best player on UTEP’s defense. He’s a nice-sized defensive end at 6-foot-3 and 250 pounds. He uses his weight and hands well and earned All-Conference USA first-team honors last season.
He led the Miners with 13 tackles for loss, 10 quarterback hurries and three forced fumbles. He also ranked second on the team in pass breakups (seven) and ranked second on the team in sacks (5.5).
He’s definitely a late-round NFL prospect type that could help himself out with a good individual performance against Oklahoma’s offensive line. Anton Harrison has generated first and second-round buzz, and he’ll man the left side again this year. Wanya Morris is the starter at right tackle, but there’s a good chance we see others get opportunities there as well.
Whoever has Amaewhule will need to be on their game, as the Miners’ defensive end is disruptive and could get Oklahoma’s offense out of rhythm early.