*#33 *6-3 *302lbs *4.93/40 *2010/SR
DEFENSIVE TACKLE/ NOSE GUARD
Strengths
Houston is a very disruptive force on the defensive line coming out of Longhorn country. He is somewhat undervalued coming into this years draft.
He possesses good size with a compact build for the position. And shows the skill sets to play the Nose Guard position as well. He is a very talented and versatile athlete.
He is a dominate performer, who frequently dictates the tempo versus opponents. Possessing a tireless approach to the game. Displaying relentless determination pursuing ball carriers, and consistently providing his team with multiple tackles for loss (TFL's) during the course of games.
His initial jump off the snap is comparable to few coming out in the draft. He consistently initiates first contact, stalemating opponents with his stout play at the line of scrimmage. His ability to neutralize blockers at the point of attack gives him the balance and leverage advantage over most. His initial hand placement, and arm strength allows him to defeat opponents in one on one situations, and double teams on a consistent basis. Then allowing him to gain consistent penetration and push up the middle against the run, and pass on opponents side of scrimmage.
He is a real anchor versus opposing teams run games. He consistently mixes it up inside the interior area of the defense. He quickly sheds blockers on his way to making plays on the ball, with both strength and quickness. After defeating blockers he shows the ability to finish and wrap up ball carriers
He shows good instincts and speed in pursuit of the ball. Displaying the unique agility to move up and down the line of scrimmage. With the effectiveness to make his way through traffic, and use his closing speed to pursue and run down ball carriers.
He has good initial explosion off the line, providing good consistent push up the middle collapsing the pocket. He shows good athleticism and determination penetrating through tight areas within the interior line.
With additional weight he could easily convert into an effective Nose Guard at the next level. His conversion to Nose Guard could be a successful one with his stout play at the point of attack, and ability to consistently fight through double teams in a tenacious manner. As added value he was his teams lead blocker at fullback in short yardage & goal line situations. Displaying good overall athleticism.
Weaknesses
He tends to be too high out of his stance (exposing area for blockers to get into him and gain control)
Can use improved pass rushing technique
Projected Round
3rd - 4th Rounds
My Value Board
2nd Round Who could sneak into 1st round. He's that talented.
Summary
Houston is an explosive player within the interior of the D-Line. His package of skills are hard to find in a single player. This is why there would be no surprise here if he were to be selected in the upper tier of the 2nd round come draft time.
BIO LINK
http://www.mackbrown-texasfootball.com/sports/m-footbl/mtt/houston_lamarr00.html
STATS LINK
http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/player/profile?playerId=183433
VIDEO LINK
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Meck4ImadBQ
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