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Don't mistake Lions first-round defensive tackle Tyleik Williams as being only a run-stuffer. The team views the Ohio State DT as having significantly higher upside as a pass rusher from the interior.
Lions assistant GM Ray Agnew made that clear in his press conference ahead of Friday's first rookie minicamp session. Agnew noted that Williams growth throughout his Buckeyes career made quite an impression on the Lions.
"As we watched Tyleik throughout the year, the kid just got better and better and better," Agnew said with his omnipresent smile. "And I think there's a lot more growth. The kid has a lot of upside. I don't think he's reached his full potential yet. "
After noting Williams' excellent run defense, Agnew added,
"I think he's underrated as a pass rusher. There are some things he's got to be taught, and I believe our coaches, coach Rodgers (DL coach Kacy Rodgers) do a great job teaching him. This kid has a chance to be a force."
Williams did bag five sacks in his freshman year at Ohio State, a season which he played at a much lighter weight. He added bulk and transitioned more into a 0-1 technique, which isn't a pass rushing role for Ohio State's defense.
This article originally appeared on Lions Wire: Lions see high pass-rush upside in 1st round DT Tyleik Williams
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Lions assistant GM Ray Agnew made that clear in his press conference ahead of Friday's first rookie minicamp session. Agnew noted that Williams growth throughout his Buckeyes career made quite an impression on the Lions.
"As we watched Tyleik throughout the year, the kid just got better and better and better," Agnew said with his omnipresent smile. "And I think there's a lot more growth. The kid has a lot of upside. I don't think he's reached his full potential yet. "
After noting Williams' excellent run defense, Agnew added,
"I think he's underrated as a pass rusher. There are some things he's got to be taught, and I believe our coaches, coach Rodgers (DL coach Kacy Rodgers) do a great job teaching him. This kid has a chance to be a force."
Williams did bag five sacks in his freshman year at Ohio State, a season which he played at a much lighter weight. He added bulk and transitioned more into a 0-1 technique, which isn't a pass rushing role for Ohio State's defense.
This article originally appeared on Lions Wire: Lions see high pass-rush upside in 1st round DT Tyleik Williams
Continue reading...
