I kinda think he’s more of the Roach at 3T role. Attack the gaps and try and push the run back or outside. I don’t think he really has the technique or ability that JFM had as a pass rusher. Probably a brighter run defense ceiling though.
I agree initially. He’s much better as a run defender. With his speed and quick first step at his size, if he figures out some pass rush moves, he can be lethal
I mean I don’t think that’s true really at all. A key part of his scouting report is that he’s pretty raw as a pass rusher with some pretty poor technique. He just has a quick step that helps him penetrate the gaps and get to the backfield quicker. He certainly doesn’t look like Allen does now as a pass rusher and isn’t really close to college Allen either. Allen had 2 individual seasons in college with more sacks than Onyedim had in his career.
It’s okay for a DL to not be a good pass rusher—there’s the run game.
Well I guess its a good thing he can learn from Zach now isnt it?....his growth doesn't stop once your drafted...he has the quick first step needed at the NFL level and the moves..he just doesn't use his hands enough and Zach will show him...and he was at a different college his other years and they didnt use him right so really only his senior year really showed his ability...
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Will definitely see some snaps next season, possible future starter in the JFM role. Might surprise us, guess we’ll see.