Michigan Football: Kwity Paye skyrocketing up 2021 NFL Draft boards

Where Kwity Paye wins

Going all the way back to his high school track days, Paye is quite a fluid athlete. This is impressive for a number of reasons, and not just the fact that he is listed at nearly 280 pounds. His acceleration is extraordinary, displaying to go 0-to-100 in little time as he tracks down opposing quarterbacks off the edge. Paye possesses nice bend off the edge to be able to turn tight corners as he runs the circle. That rumored three-cone time is evident on film.

Not only does Paye have good speed for his size, but his functional play strength is right up to par where it should be as well. Paye has the ability to dig his heels in when holding the point of attack, refusing to compromise the edge in contain. His strength is evident by his ability to thrive from a multitude of looks, as he has played from the one-technique to the wide-nine for the Wolverines this season.

In run support, Paye excels at moving laterally down the line of scrimmage in pursuit of the ball carrier. His motor is off the charts as he will not let a play rest until he hears a whistle. Paye puts his track speed on display as he is on the hunt in backside pursuit as well.

There is a ton to like about the play of Kwity Paye, however, where can he show room for growth with the 2021 NFL Draft on the horizon?