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Draft Scouting Report
Rating: 75.86 (Reserve/backup)
Pro Comparison: Kobie Turner
Summary
Howard Cross III is a sawed-off interior defender with a high motor. He creates leverage naturally and does a good job consistently working upfield. His lack of length makes it difficult for him to disengage from reach blocks.
About
- Son of former NFL tight end Howard Cross, who played 13 seasons for the New York Giants and won Super Bowl XXV
- 2023: Second-team All-American (AP) after finishing second on team in tackles (66) to go along with 7.0 tackles for loss and 2.0 sacks
Strengths
- Good first-step quickness
- Natural center of gravity; consistently churns turf upfield
- High motor
- Relatively good play strength
Weaknesses
- Lacks ideal length
- Below-average grip strength and finishing ability
- Lack of length presents problems against reach blocks
Combine Data
- Vertical jump: 29 inches
- Broad jump: 8 feet, 8 inches
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Player Bio
| HT/WT: 6-1, 285 lbs |
| Birthplace: Paramus, NJ |
| Class: Senior |