{"id":159931,"date":"2024-01-29T13:00:18","date_gmt":"2024-01-29T18:00:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/?p=159931"},"modified":"2024-01-29T10:02:59","modified_gmt":"2024-01-29T15:02:59","slug":"2024-nfl-scouting-report-bralen-trice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/2024\/01\/29\/2024-nfl-scouting-report-bralen-trice\/","title":{"rendered":"2024 NFL Scouting Report: Bralen Trice"},"content":{"rendered":"

Bralen Trice NFL Draft Overview<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The NFL is renowned for its outstanding talent at the quarterback position<\/a>. To counter that NFL defenses need to have defensive linemen on deck to make QB lives a living hell. Bralen Trice is an outstanding player in this regard, as a defensive lineman who can do it all. Trice’s journey started as a 3-star recruit<\/a> from Glendale, Arizona, and he gained over 50 pounds of muscle during his time at Washington, where he became an All-Pac-12 performer. In 2021, Trice played a key role for the Huskies, amassing two sacks and five tackles for loss. In 2022, Trice became a full-time starter and immediately proved his worth as a force to be reckoned with, tallying nine sacks and 12 TFLs. He returned in 2023 earning himself a First-Team Pac-12 selection with seven sacks and 11 TFLs. Will his amazing play translate to the NFL? Let\u2019s dig into the film!<\/p>\n

Position: Edge<\/p>\n

Height: 6’4 (Unofficial)<\/p>\n

Weight: 274 lbs (Unofficial)<\/p>\n

Age: 22 years old<\/p>\n

School: Washington<\/p>\n

Bralen Trice <\/strong>Player Evaluation<\/h2>\n

Trice\u2019s <\/strong><\/em>Strengths<\/i><\/h4>\n
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  • Good Size and frame for the position. Thick will put together Build to handle a 17-game schedule.<\/li>\n
  • Great motor and toughness. He fights through contact and plays football to the whistle.<\/li>\n
  • He has the motor to get coverage sacks and hustle plays.<\/li>\n
  • He has a great advanced hand technician vs the run and rushing the passer.<\/li>\n
  • He uses correct hand placement. He has a nice cross-chop and rip move.<\/li>\n
  • Good speed to power bull rush. He has the strength to pull it off consistently at the NFL Level.<\/li>\n
  • Day 1’s starting defensive end was due to the ability to set the edge and be physical at the point of attack.<\/li>\n
  • Smart and Versatile. Washington used him in multiple formations, standing up and in 3-point stances.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Trice\u2019s Weakness<\/strong><\/em><\/h4>\n
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    • He’s an average too, at his best, an above-average athlete.<\/li>\n
    • If speed and explosiveness are your niche, then Trice is not your guy.<\/li>\n
    • Changing Direction skills and bending are average.<\/li>\n
    • He limits his Best Pass rush reps to speed rush with hands, coverage sacks, and bull rush.<\/li>\n
    • It limits him in coverage and making tackles in open space.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Projection: Late First to Early Second Round Pick<\/p>\n

      NFL Comparison: George Karlfos<\/p>\n

      Best Fits: Chicago Bears, New England Patriots, Atlanta Falcons, and Kanas City Chiefs.<\/p>\n

      Bottom Line<\/h3>\n

      Bralen Trice is a highly talented starting strong-side defensive end who possesses the skills and experience required to be a valuable addition to any team in need of an edge defender. He has a unique ability to play standup outside linebacker in teams that heavily utilize scheme pressures such as the Ravens. His remarkable hand technique, versatility, strength, and physical play have earned him a pro-comparison with George Karlfos, a renowned football player. Although Trice has limited elite potential due to a lack of explosiveness and elite athleticism, he is a complete football player with good motor skills and smarts that will undoubtedly carry him throughout his career. His exceptional abilities and experience make him a valuable asset to any team in need of a strong and reliable defensive player.<\/p>\n

      Main Photo: [Mark J. Reblias] – USA Today Sports<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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