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Jamien Sherwood 2021 NFL Draft Overview<\/strong><\/p>\n

Position<\/b>: Linebacker\/Safety
\n<\/span>Height: <\/b>6\u2019-2\u201d
\n<\/span>Weight: <\/b>220 pounds
\n<\/span>School<\/b>: Auburn<\/span><\/p>\n

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Jamien Sherwood 2021 NFL Draft Profile<\/h2>\n

From Jensen Beach High School, just two hours north of Miami, Jamien Sherwood<\/a> made a name for himself heading into the recruiting cycle as a four-star recruit with offers from \u201cblue blood\u201d programs like Georgia, Oklahoma, and Auburn. Sherwood ultimately chose to play for Gus Malzahn and the Auburn Tigers over his home state Florida Gators.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

As a freshman, Sherwood immediately played his way onto the field, which is impressive in the context of the daunted SEC. Not only did Sherwood play special teams, but he also contributed on defense. On defense, Sherwood posted 22 tackles, while defending two passes, intercepting one pass, and displaying his versatility with 1.5 sacks. With an impressive frame,<\/span> 6\u2019-2\u201d and 220 pounds, Sherwood primarily played at strong safety. He also received snaps at linebacker in nickel situations, highlighting his physicality and versatility.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Entering his Sophomore season, Sherwood remained in a backup role behind Daniel Thomas<\/a>, who returned for his senior season. Thomas was drafted in the fifth round by the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2020. Despite not starting, Sherwood\u2019s snaps grew as he was often the third safety or nickel linebacker in passing situations. While he didn\u2019t have any interceptions or sacks, the Jensen Beach product had four tackles for loss, 43 tackles, and five passes defenders. After a strong 2019 campaign, Sherwood had high expectations heading into 2020. In a starting role, Sherwood had 75 tackles, three tackles for loss, and two fumble recoveries in his most productive college season.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Outside of the numbers, Sherwood cemented himself as an elite run defender in his junior season, flashing against Georgia with ten tackles. He also had his fair share of highlight-reel hits, including one in SEC play versus Texas A&M. Finally, in coverage, Sherwood displayed athleticism in man coverage, one of his weaknesses, with a critical pass break-up against Georgia. Following his junior season, Sherwood decided to forgo his junior year and declare for the NFL Draft.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Strengths<\/h3>\n