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Thoughts on Hau'oli Kikaha(OLB)?

Posted on 5/1/15 at 5:03 pm
Posted by LosLobos111
Austere
Member since Feb 2011
45385 posts
Posted on 5/1/15 at 5:03 pm
I really think this guy could be a great get at 75/78. He's had some injuries(2 ACL tears on a Knee 3-4 years ago) but his college production is unmatched(19 sacks last year and 36 in his career)

6'2 253 ran a 4.93

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STRENGTHS: Explosive first step and arc speed to get around the edge with flexible body control and balance to flatten. Stays low with natural dip, using his hands to slap away blockers' jabs without slowing his momentum. Tough to contain in space and rarely stops his feet, crossing the face of blockers and using his lower body quickness to work around bodies. Fluid change of direction skills to make sharp 90-degree turns with the loose hips to turn and play in coverage - will drop and cover in short zones with natural ball awareness and proximity feel. Strong wrists and arrives with aggressive angles and violent intentions, tuning up his target. Nice job on the edges to hold the corner and close off the outside, tracking well to work off contact and pursue. Plays assignment sound football with elite effort and competitiveness. Fiery, pesky motor that simply doesn't quit. Experienced in a two and three-point stance at left and right defensive end, playing mostly the 4i technique as an underclassman before moving to "BUCK" linebacker as a senior - also played on special teams coverages as a senior. Highly productive and one of NCAA's top pass rushers the last two seasons, leaving Washington with the school record for sacks (36.0).

WEAKNESSES: Solid build and muscle tone, but lacks ideal body strength and can be pushed off his path at times by blockers. Too easily slowed and needs space to be effective, lacking the length to live in a phone booth. Doesn't have the power to consistently shed once engaged and won't overwhelm with his upper body strength. Can be run at and controlled in the run game, too easily moved from his spot. Moves well, but not a twitchy athlete. Tends to get lazy with his tackling technique at times and needs to be a more consistent finisher. Too many ankle biting tackle attempts, needs to better break down on the move. Needs to improve his anticipation and instincts in coverage. Strong durability concerns after tearing the ACL in his left knee twice (Sept. 2011, Aug. 2012).
This post was edited on 5/1/15 at 5:05 pm
Posted by tzimme4
Metairie
Member since Jan 2008
28394 posts
Posted on 5/1/15 at 5:04 pm to
He's on the Saints radar. That I can tell you
Posted by docTQ4
Atlanta GA
Member since Jan 2014
1689 posts
Posted on 5/1/15 at 5:05 pm to
Good talent, but the ACL tears scare me
Posted by LSUFreek
Greater New Orleans
Member since Jan 2007
14778 posts
Posted on 5/1/15 at 5:10 pm to
quote:

Good talent, but the ACL tears scare me


Then he is a sure-fire Saint pick.

Fortt, Sunseri, Powell, Greg Romeus, Martez Wilson, etc...
Posted by WicKed WayZ
Louisiana Forever
Member since Sep 2011
31587 posts
Posted on 5/1/15 at 5:16 pm to
Probably will be one of our 3rd round picks for sure.


I'm almost certain we are going WR or CB at 44
Posted by BRgetthenet
Member since Oct 2011
117700 posts
Posted on 5/1/15 at 5:18 pm to
Jim Henderson just said he thinks we're taking a WR.
Posted by Jwho77
cyperspace
Member since Sep 2003
76668 posts
Posted on 5/1/15 at 5:19 pm to
Perhaps another crumb leading to Funchess.
Posted by Tingle
1173 Tallow Tree Lane
Member since Sep 2013
4558 posts
Posted on 5/1/15 at 5:21 pm to
I'd love to have him.
Posted by WicKed WayZ
Louisiana Forever
Member since Sep 2011
31587 posts
Posted on 5/1/15 at 5:28 pm to
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Funchess


Insert Steve Carrell no gif
Posted by tzimme4
Metairie
Member since Jan 2008
28394 posts
Posted on 5/1/15 at 7:10 pm to
quote:

He's on the Saints radar. That I can tell you

BOOM!!!
Posted by Hazelnut
Member since May 2011
16433 posts
Posted on 5/1/15 at 7:12 pm to
Well, look at that
Posted by Hazelnut
Member since May 2011
16433 posts
Posted on 5/1/15 at 7:13 pm to
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This post was edited on 5/1/15 at 7:14 pm
Posted by jrenton
Houston
Member since Mar 2007
1977 posts
Posted on 5/1/15 at 7:13 pm to
Boom
Posted by Spitting Venom
Member since Sep 2013
1110 posts
Posted on 5/1/15 at 7:14 pm to
Good call Lobos.
Posted by Birdie King
Houston, TX
Member since Feb 2013
8065 posts
Posted on 5/1/15 at 7:14 pm to
are you from the future?

:brianregan:
Posted by Chad504boy
4 posts
Member since Feb 2005
166249 posts
Posted on 5/1/15 at 7:15 pm to
Dudes a round off doesn't count
Posted by SouthMSReb
Member since Dec 2013
4422 posts
Posted on 5/1/15 at 7:16 pm to
This pick sucks
Posted by xxKylexx
Louisiana
Member since Nov 2011
4039 posts
Posted on 5/1/15 at 7:17 pm to
The TV broadcast is 7 or 8 picks behind, I imagine he already knew he was the pick when he made this topic.
Posted by tunechi
Member since Jun 2009
10188 posts
Posted on 5/1/15 at 7:18 pm to
2 hours ago? Doubt it
Posted by LosLobos111
Austere
Member since Feb 2011
45385 posts
Posted on 5/1/15 at 7:18 pm to
A little early but I really like him
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