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2013 NFL Draft Scouting Report: North Carolina DT Sylvester Williams

March 23, 2013   ·     ·   Jump to comments

Having watched Sylvester Williams play at a high level the past two seasons, it is hard to believe that he has just five years of football experience under his belt.
The double teams he commanded at the heart of the Tar Heels defense are testament to the respect offensive coordinators had for his disruptive capabilities.
Williams may be one of the flashiest, most explosive interior linemen in this class, but will his lack of experience hurt him on draft day? 
STRENGTHS WEAKNESSES + Excellent initial quickness - Questionable instincts, awareness + Very disruptive penetrator - Does not change direction very well + Versatile interior force capable of playing one or two-gap - Struggles to break down and tackle in space + Utilizes a devastating swim move - Motor seems to run hot and cold  
Tools
In terms of sheer physical tools, Sylvester Williams is easily one of the most intriguing in this defensive-tackle class.
At 6’2 5/8”, 3...

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