Jalen Jelks, EDGE, Oregon
HT: 6’6 WT: 245 lbs
Accolades:
– Coaches Pac-12 All-Conference first team
– Phil Steele Pac-12 All-Conference first team
Senior Bowl Invitee
– Three-Time PFF Pac-12 Team of the Week (Week 2, 3 & 11)
– Chuck Bednarik Award Watch List
– Ted Hendricks Award Watch List
– Bronko Nagurski Trophy Watch List
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Pros:
– Length
– Speed/Burst
– Lower half power
Cons:
– Lack of pass rush moves
– Hand skills are average
– Soft at point of attack
Jalen Jelks is projected as high as a 2nd rounder. I see to many red flags to give him a 2nd round grade. The Buccaneers do need help with their pass rush but Jelks in the 2nd round is not the right choice. Late 3rd round grade is what I see.
