NFL Notebook, Week 14: Playoff predictions, Tom Brady’s struggles and more
By Zach Cohen
Draft Spotlight
Every week, I’ll dissect a college football player who recently grabbed the spotlight and what his future holds in the NFL. This week, I’ll be looking at a do-it-all defender.
Who: K’Lavon Chaisson, Edge Rusher, LSU
What Works
- Athleticism
- Converting speed to power
- Flexible
- Hand usage/strength
- Length
- Play recognition
- Power
- Spatial awareness
- Speed
- Toughness
- Versatility
What Needs Work
- A consistent technique
- Missed all but one game in 2018 with torn ACL
- Needs to add weight
The Scout’s Opinion
"“LSU’s K’Lavon Chaisson saw his 2018 season ended by injury, but since returning and shaking off the rust of a missed season, he’s been unstoppable coming off the edge for the Tigers. Chaisson has size at 6’4″ and a 250-pound frame that can add weight, but his best asset is his speed and agility to dip and explode past blockers.” – Matt Miller, Bleacher Report"
Outlook: Chaisson is the ideal modern-day defender because of his ability to lineup almost anywhere on a defense. Whether standing up, lining up along the line of scrimmage or roaming in space, Chaisson would be best on a team that is willing to utilize him in the many ways that LSU does.
Early Projection: Mid-to-late First-Round Pick