NFL Draft Countdown | No.18 Brandon Jenkins

Overall: #18 2013: #5 Ht: 6030 Wt: 265 40Yd: 4.70 Rd: 1st

Pros: A former high school basketball player, Jenkins repertoire includes agility, instinct and improved versatility on his pass-rush techniques. Known more for his pass-rushing prowess, he has also shown he is capable of dropping into pass coverage, something he continues to work on. A First Team All-ACC selection, Jenkins is a high-motor guy, sells out on every play and carries a fiery chip on his shoulder in a competitive way.

Cons: Caught in between—your prototypical tweener/conversion guy.  Jenkins primarily has been used as a down lineman in Tallahassee but has played standing up on occasion. With his quick first step, many scouts feel he is best suited as an outside linebacker in a 3-4 defense in the pros but after bulking up 15 pounds entering his senior season,

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