*#02 *6-4 *255lbs *4.66/40 *2010/SR
OUTSIDE LINEBACKER
Strengths
Kindle was let loose after the quarterback from multiple spots during his Longhorn career. He was listed at Defensive End, but his size and skill sets dictate his best long term success at the Outside Linebacker position at the next level.
He possesses ideal size as a strong side Outside Linebacker. He was defined as strong side backer
because he is more effective the closer he is to the line of scrimmage. More often he would be lined up over the tight end (most running plays will come his direction) where he will take on the tight end, hold up at the point of attack, and force everything inside. All the while trying to make a play on the ball. His size and skill sets most remind me of current NFL linebacker "Aaron Curry" Like Curry, he will be more solid, than an impact player at next level.
He approaches the game with a high level of emotion, and tough physical play. Despite being an undersized Defensive End in college, he displayed the desire and determination of a warrior. A true winners mentality.
He has good anticipation timing up the snap and gaining momentum toward the quarterback. He shows good reactionary skills adapting to plays on the move in the flow of the action. For his size he plays better than average in space. Displaying excellent straight line acceleration, and closing speed on the ball. And shows good change of direction from a stop and go, then getting after the ball.
He is effective at warding off blockers and making his way along the field sideline to sideline. Showing good discipline, and angles pursuing the ball. Once he zeroes in on ball carriers he displays solid tackling fundamentals. Many times engulfing ball carriers.
He is an effective pass rusher/ blitzer off the edges with a hand in the dirt, or as a stand up linebacker. He has a knack for timing blitzes well wherever he is lined up along the defense. He possesses the athletic versatility to bring it with finesse or power as a pass rusher.
Weaknesses
Needs to become more effective holding the corner or point of attack at OLB (happens repeatedly)
Consistently pushed back as stand up OLB in the run game (concerning issue)
Needs to shed blockers quicker and more effectively
Improve playing in space as stand up OLB
Pass coverage skills in question as OLB
Projected Round
1st - 2nd Rounds
My Value Board
2nd - 3rd Rounds
Summary
He will be a major contributor to some NFL teams defense. But if your looking for him to be considered an impact player, you might want to think twice? This is why I feel his value is mid 2 - 3rd round value.
BIO LINK
http://www.mackbrown-texasfootball.com/sports/m-footbl/mtt/kindle_sergio00.html
STATS LINK
http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/player/profile?playerId=183436
VIDEO LINK
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mMVnDFZrTpQ
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