Cincinnati Bearcats 2014 NFL Draft Prospects

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Sep 14, 2013; Cincinnati, OH, USA; Cincinnati Bearcats linebackers Greg Blair (51) and Clemente Casseus (57) tackle Northwestern State Demons running back Daniel Taylor (29) during the 1st quarter of the game at Nippert Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Leifheit-USA TODAY Sports

GREG BLAIR – (FULL PROFILE HERE)

STRENGTHS

Downhill run defense
Size
Sticky tackler

WEAKNESSES

Lateral run defense
Coverage

FINAL THOUGHTS

Blair is an exceptional middle linebacker from a leadership and run defense standpoint. He has NFL measurables and a solid resume to his name. But what dings Blair on his evaluation, and quite a bit I might add, is his lack of speed. That impedes his ability to cover the outer two-thirds of the field and opposing offenses will key in on him with quick tight ends all game long. It’s a serious red flag on Blair’s resume and what I think prevents him from being drafted this weekend. Hopefully he can find a way to stand out in a NFL camp.