Steelers Gab 2011 NFL Draft Prospect Scouting Report – LB Casey Matthews

By Jeremy Fuchs

CASEY MATTHEWS, ILB, OREGON

Triangle Numbers: 6-2, 235, 4.85

Scouting Reports:

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Strengths:
• Adequate height and bulk with a very sturdy build
• Above average athleticism and agility with a burst
• Outstanding football IQ, instincts and awareness
• Dependable tackler who will also deliver the bit hit
• Strong, physical and steps up to fill versus the run
• Displays a knack for rushing the passer and blitzing
• Fluid hips and more than holds his own in coverage
• Active with non-stop motor and tenacious in pursuit
• Competitive and hard working w/ amazing bloodlines
• Very productive with a lot of high-quality experience

Weaknesses:
• Not real explosive w/ average speed and quickness
• Is too aggressive and gets out of control at times
• Some trouble disengaging and getting off of blocks
• Poor hands and ball skills and is not a playmaker
• A self-made player who is a bit of an overachiever

Sideline Scouting:

Positives: Great NFL bloodlines, brother of Green Bay standout linebacker Clay Matthews… Solid production in four years at Oregon (245 tackles, four interceptions, eight sacks)… Semifinalist for Butkus Award and Lott Trophy in 2010.

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