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2019 NFL Draft Scouting Report: DE Clelin Ferrell

By Aaron Gershon

CHARLOTTE, NC - DECEMBER 01: Clelin Ferrell #99 of the Clemson Tigers watches on against the Pittsburgh Panthers during their game at Bank of America Stadium on December 1, 2018 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)
CHARLOTTE, NC - DECEMBER 01: Clelin Ferrell #99 of the Clemson Tigers watches on against the Pittsburgh Panthers during their game at Bank of America Stadium on December 1, 2018 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images) /
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SANTA CLARA, CA – JANUARY 07: Clelin Ferrell #99 of the Clemson Tigers react against the Alabama Crimson Tide in the CFP National Championship presented by AT&T at Levi’s Stadium on January 7, 2019 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
SANTA CLARA, CA – JANUARY 07: Clelin Ferrell #99 of the Clemson Tigers react against the Alabama Crimson Tide in the CFP National Championship presented by AT&T at Levi’s Stadium on January 7, 2019 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) /

Size: When looking at Clelin Ferrell physically, there’s a ton to like. Ferrell stands 6’4 which is an ideal height for a defensive end. He also has an impressive wingspan which helps him get around offensive lineman and disrupt the quarterback. Watch his wingspan on display here. His length gives him the ability to embarrass an offensive lineman and fly by him on his way to the quarterback making him an explosive and dangerous pass rusher.

Versatility:  As Chris Brief pointed out Ferrell is extremely versatile. The pass rusher can fit into any defensive scheme whether it’s a 3’4 or 4’3 and can set up with a foot in the turf or standing up effectively. Flip to the 20-second mark to see Ferrell get to the quarterback while standing in his stance. Even without the luxury of pushing off the turf to start Ferrell can blow past the offensive line and get to the quarterback. Flip to the 1.19 mark to see Ferrell begin with a hand down. He pushes himself up giving himself great momentum to push through the offensive tackle and got to the quarterback. No matter how Ferrell lines up, he can make his way to the quarterback which is extremely valuable.

Awareness: Ferrell did not finish his three-year college carer with 50.5 tackles for a loss and 27 sacks on accident. It’s hard to find a play with Ferrell on the field that he wasn’t near the ball. Ferrell is always working hard to break through blocks and find the ball carrier whether it’s a quarterback or running back. Ferrell has great awareness for a defensive player which should translate well to the NFL.

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