Another incredibly talented underclassman has entered the NFL draft. The latest to skip his final season of college eligibility is Clemson do-it-all defender Isaiah Simmons. He announced the decision via social media on Saturday.
Take a chance, because you never know how perfect something can turn out pic.twitter.com/nG7AzrCHJt
— Isaiah Simmons (@isaiahsimmons25) January 18, 2020
Simmons played all over. He played as a defensive back, inside linebacker and even rushed off the edge.
In 2019, he finished the season with 104 tackles, 16.5 tackles for loss, eight sacks, three interceptions, eight pass breakups, two forced fumbles and a fumble recovery.
This was after a 2018 season with 88 tackles, nine tackles for loss, two sacks, an interception, six pass breakups and three forced fumbles.
He was a dynamic player and is expected to be a top-10 pick in the draft.
There are questions as to what his best position will be in the NFL. Will he be better as a big, physical safety or can he make a transition to being a full-time playmaking linebacker.
He could be a player the Cardinals consider with the eighth overall pick in the draft.
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Ep. 255
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Ep. 254
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