With their No. 184 overall pick the Panthers selected defensive tackle Bravvion Roy. Roy played under Matt Rhule at Baylor and has been praised by Rhule as a strong leader and high character individual.
Let’s take a closer look at his scouting report and see what he brings to the table for Carolina’s new-look defense.
Strengths:
Roy has solid size for the defensive tackle position, measuring in at 6-foot-1, 333 pounds. He did not receive an invitation to the combine and was listed as one of the biggest snubs. Roy has relatively short arms, but holds his weight well throughout his frame with a thick lower half. He is quick out of his stance and shows that he can be an A or B gap shooter on early downs. Roy has some potential in his pass rush moves, as he has displayed the ability to rip and swim with fluidity. Overall, Roy will be utilized best as a rotational, early down lineman who can be an A or B gap penetrator.
Weaknesses:
Roy will have a tough time improving his pass rush techniques due to his short arms and lack of length. He is pretty much limited to being utilized as an early down gap penetrator in the NFL. He will also need to improve his pad level and play strength. This will help his anchoring ability in early down situations against the run.
Fit with the Panthers:
Roy should be a nice fit in Carolina reuniting with Rhule and defensive coordinator Phil Snow. Roy is a high-character player who plays with a non stop motor. He may not see the field much in 2020, but the Panthers will be able to bring in Roy on early downs to help stuff the run alongside Derrick Brown and Kawann Short in the near future.
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