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Analysis by Rob Baker, 49ers Clubhouse draft writer:  A
German native who is an impact pass rusher. Was second team All-Big East
in 1997 and 1998 and in the first team in 1999. He is mean, tough and created
interest with his all out hustle and intensity. Always put’s 100% into
training sessions and is very level headed. Can also play at tackle. May
have problems against the run in the NFL due to the fact he is a little
stiff laterally to make quick adjustments as a pass rusher. Has very quick
40 time, but doesn’t play up to it. Also isn’t that flexible and like Peterson
may have to hit the weight room. Comments: A player that plays 100%
in games and in training. Will compete with Byrant and Okeafor for starting
privileges.
Info
from The Sporting News:
Info from Pro Football Weekly: Notes: Was born in Germany. Walked on in 1995 as a tight end and redshirted. Moved to defensive end in the spring of '96 and earned a scholarship. Played in every game that fall, starting six. Had 64 tackles and six sacks. Was a second-team All-Big East defensive lineman in '97 and '98 and a first-teamer in '99, when he also made some All-America teams. Had 70 tackles, including nine for loss, and six sacks in '97; 66-9-7.5 in '98; and 52-6-7 in '99, when he started eight games at end and the other three at tackle. Positives: Mean, tough and nasty. Rugged and stoic. Lets his playing do his talking. Has the type of disposition and intensity scouts look for in a defensive lineman. A workout warrior with exceptional timed speed. Has been clocked as fast as 4.55 seconds in the 40. Hustles and is at his best when he does not have to sit inside but is on the move making things happen as he goes. Can play end or tackle. Seems to have a knack for blocking kicks. Negatives: Does not play to his timed speed. Does not have great quick twitch or burst like Hokies teammate Corey Moore. Engelberger lacks outstanding foot athleticism and has too many stops and starts in his play instead of doing everything together. Is not that nifty or flexible. Tends to play too upright at times, and that hurts his playing strength. May not weigh enough to play inside on the next level. Summary: Plays hard and generally plays well but did not dominate the way Moore did.
Info from CBS SportsLine: Intense senior defender finished a fine career with first team Big East honors on the nationally ranked defense. Engelberger has been one of the most consistent performers in the nation over his career since starting as a redshirt freshman. He entered Tech as a walk-on and began as a tight end until moving to defense early in his first year. He has a strong narrow wiry frame and uses his long arms well, to keep blockers off his body. He has a great motor and combined with his quickness on the snap and speed, allows him to pursue and make plays sideline to sideline. During his senior season, he made 53 tackles with 6 TFLs, 7 sacks and 16 hurries in an effort that was instrumental in the Hokies challenge for the national title. His best game came against arch rival Virginia when he posted 7 tackles with 4 TFLs, 2 sacks and 2 QB hurries. He has been productive throughout his career and his numbers are remarkably similar from year to year. As a junior, he recorded 66 tackles with 9 TFLs, 7.5 sacks and a team leading 20 QB hurries. He possesses keen instincts with the athletic talent to make plays. He plays hard the entire game, getting full use of his good skills. He has been a workout warrior who bench presses 440 lbs. and has been timed in the 4.55 range. Despite his strength, he does not hold the point of attack well and lacks the powerful lower body to match up with 300 lb. plus tackles regularly. He has the intangibles needed to become a starter in the NFL with the great motor to make a difference on many plays. He did not participate in any postseason all-star games. As a sophomore, he recorded 70 tackles with 9 TFLs and 6 sacks and another huge performance against Virginia. He has the quickness to get upfield and flashes those skills regularly. He uses his hands well to get off blockers but can be driven off the play at the point of attack. He is better in pursuit where his speed allows him to chase down ball carriers from the backside. At the combine, he ran a 4.73
time with a 34" vertical leap, a 9'7" broad jump and 24 reps in the lifting.
He ran a sub 4.6 time at a private workout. He is a tough defender who
is not a blue chip athlete, though he is a player you can not discount
off his effort throughout college. Top 60 pick. Rugged prospect with the
tools and intangibles to become a factor off the edge.
Info from CNN/SI: Former walk-on. Has started since his freshman year. Somewhat lean, but well-built. Athletic. Has good speed. Versatile. Used primarily at end, but has seen action inside. Quick off the ball. Attacks with good lean and uses his hands well. Not a strong anchor but he sheds well and has quick feet and good redirection. Agile. Works through traffic well. A little inconsistent in pursuit intensity. Efficient tackler but not explosive. Above average pass rusher. Doesn't have flashy moves but he shows power on his inside charge and has a burst around the corner. |
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Room AnalysisVs.
run: Self-made playmaker. Decent speed, above-average strength, technically
sound and exceptional motor. Disciplined off edge. Sideline-to-sideline
player. Legs will get taken out and has potential to get pushed around.
But should develop into tough run defender. Grade: 5.5
