- Must Video. He's played all over the line and like Johnson, could fill in just about anywhere in a pinch. Does he have positional versatility? Bill Belichick has often said it's about finding good football players and Dean is a three-down stud who would bring an infusion of speed that could make a big difference. Thats just what the Patriots need. of Bobcat Football. Watson was mentioned in our Senior Bowl preview earlier this week. 1 weather alerts 1 closings/delays. Obinna Eze, OT TCU: Eze's 36.5-inch arms to go with 6-6.5 height stand out as he's got ideal length to be blocking along the edges of the offense. The Montana State product did everything but serve the popcorn during his time in Bozeman. The meeting was great. . A big, physical receiver that can run, Doubs measured 6-foot-2, 204 pounds at the Senior Bowl and has impressed scouts with his ability to run. His success as a rookie means the Patriots shouldnt need to focus heavily on the position this time around. His athleticism allows him to control deep zones with ease, and hes regularly near the football in the running game. it's hard to find a more fun prospect than Troy Andersen . He's undersized at 6-1, but that didn't stop the Patriots with Shaq Mason and Poe has similar athleticism. Georgias Devonte Wyatt (American)and Alabamas Phidarian Mathis (American) both have similar play styles and are expected to go in the middle rounds. Chase Lucas, CB Arizona State: The leader of Arizona State's secondary, Lucas is a boundary cornerback but lacks the size to be a number one shutdown corner. With offensive line and wide receiver position depth as a need, Mike and Evan highlight University of Southern California wide receiver Jordan Addison and Northwestern University offensive tackle Peter Skoronski as potential first round selections. Wan'Dale Robinson, WR Kentucky: Robinson's size might leave scouts thinking he might be only a slot receiver, but his electric quickness screams possibilities. Get him in the Patriots system, and he could become a top tackle in the league. Theyre both three down linebackers who can play sideline-to-sideline. Paschal is a Day Two version of my favorite player in the draft, Georgia's Travon Walker. TexasCameron Dicker(American) is the top kicker in this years game. Troy Andersen (born April 23, 1999) is an American football linebacker for the Atlanta Falcons of the National Football League (NFL). The 23-year-old is in fact one of the top athletes in the entire draft, and as impressive a player from that perspective as any that has entered the league in recent memory. Jeremiah Moon, DE/OLB Florida: Moon is an interesting prospect, excelling after a move from the edge to off-the-ball. Montana State linebacker Troy Andersen is an intriguing prospect with high upside at the next level. Hes dealt with injuries throughout his college career. Montana State LB Troy Andersen had formal interviews at the combine with the #Bills, #49ers, #Commanders and #Eagles. 8.Zion Johnson, G Boston College: Johnson has it all as an offensive line prospect durability, versatility, and smarts. He won't be a first rounder, but there is a lot of potential to make an impact in many ways. He offers true sideline-to-sideline range and is also quick to attack downhill as a pass rusher or versus the run. Get familiar with Andersen's extremely rare skill set via my @TheDraftNetwork profile on @troy_andersen. Check in with Mike Dussault and Evan Lazar as they discuss the first day of the 2023 NFL Combine. He was the first true freshman to start his first game at running back since the 90's. He finished with 515 yards rushing for the Bobcats. Troy Andersen is the Bobcats' best player, an All-American linebacker with size (6-4, 235), speed (4.56 in 40) and smarts (3.91 grade-point average). One of the Day 3 prospects the Patriots met with is also one of the more unique prospects in the entire draft. 16.Troy Andersen, LB Montana State: Andersen is a small school player but anyone that can go from quarterback to linebacker and still perform at a high level tickles my Pats sense. Northern IowasTrevor Penning(National) is another massive blocker at 6-foot-7, and is listed anywhere from 320-340 pounds (well get an official measurement from the Senior Bowl). Cambridge native and Everett High School gradIsaiah Likely(American) was a force to be reckoned with this year at Coastal Carolina. Versatile prospect with big play ability. Montana State legends discuss Troy Andersen's career and pro prospects. The National Football League (NFL) today announced there will be two 2023 International Games in Germany next season. Four-year starter, Dillon, MT. There are also mid-round and late-round receivers to know when it comes to the Patriots. 2022-08-23-jaxon-smith-njigba. At 6-foot-5, 333 pounds, Jones stood out as an anchor of a Huskies defense that had to stop the run quite a bit. At Dillon HIgh, he also passed for 1,403 yards, rushed for 877, and accounted for 30 total touchdowns. With Donta Hightower and JaWhaun Bentley both pending free agents, linebacker is towards the top of the list of Patriots needs this offseason. The first-year linebacker was somewhat of an unknown to most fans after his career at Montana State, but he has dominated every step of the way. "Troy Andersen is a Day 1 starter in the league." - @McShay13 #NFLCombine . Is it insane to say hell be a top linebacker in the NFL? 20.Darrian Beavers, LB Cincinnati: Beavers certainly has some intriguing Patriots traits as a big, physical linebacker who is a bit of a tweener, with experience originally coming at defensive end at UConn before he transferred to Cincinnati. 2.Devin Lloyd, LB Utah: Lloyd isn't too far behind Dean as far as linebacker fit in my view. As a result, he has considerable room for growth in all aspects of playing the position from rushing the passer, to playing the run, to dropping back into coverage. As a multi-year starter, he recorded eight interceptions in 23 games as a junior and senior. A former high school wide receiver, he could give the Patriots defense some of that lateral movement it lacked last year. Speaking about multiple issues in relation to team speed, Groh mentioned that the linebacker position of 2022 would not be the same it was 20, 30, 40 years ago.. UConn defensive tackle Travis Jones (57). Boom! Nov 27, 2021; Auburn, Alabama, USA; Auburn Tigers cornerback Roger McCreary (23) breaks up a pass intended for Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver John Metchie III (8) during the second quarter at Jordan-Hare Stadium. Big Sky Defensive Player of the Year as inside linebacker, his fourth position in four seasons at MSU. He's aggressive almost to the point of being reckless, and that play style, if harnessed, is very appealing. 2, Pick 58: Atlanta Falcons. 21. Troy Andersen, LB, Montana State Rd. The upcoming draft, after all, gives the team additional opportunities to add athleticism to its linebacker depth chart. 26. So its interesting to bring our focus on how the roster might change in the 2022 NFL draft, with the Patriots set to pick first at No. In his five years at Montana State, Andersen switched positions from linebacker to running back, then to quarterback, then back to linebacker. Andersen . He also needs to do a better job of taking on blockers, finding advantage in leverage, and using his hands to disengage. He played college football at Montana State where previously played quarterback, running back and fullback for them before moving to linebacker. With so much talent on the board at the position, theres been a number of names thrown around such as Chris Olave, Treylon Burks, Drake London, David Bell, John Metchie, etc. Let him know on Twitter@RealAlexBarthor via email atabarth@985TheSportsHub.com. The Falcons used the No. Mitchell is a tough player. 7.Trevor Penning, OT Northern Iowa: A small school monstrous tackle who turned heads at the Senior Bowl with some snarly play, Penning has the size and demeanor to anchor a left tackle spot in the NFL, though he might be best suited on the right side. The Bozeman native was signed by the New England Patriots as an undrafted free agent in 2010 and played five seasons in the NFL between the Patriots and . That being said, lets start with interior defensive lineman? Theres a trio of them who are all expected to be late-first, early-second round picks, and seeing those three players on the same field against the same competition could add some separation heading into the combine. The Patriots have a major need at offensive tackle with several players set to hit free agency at the position. He'd be an ideal long-term replacement for James White and could get on the field sooner than later given his rare pass protection skills and desire. He can burn defenses in multiple ways, by winning 50/50 balls down the field or taking it himself off a screen. chosen for the Senior Bowl. While the Denver Broncos have satisfactorily settled the quarterback . Luke Goedeke, G Central Michigan: A former tight end, Goedeke has the feet to play tackle in the NFL but his lack of ideal size and length could force him to slide inside to guard. His game is still raw, but Watson represents a solid project option in the middle rounds. Montana State linebacker Troy Andersen is a three-time All-Big Sky player - with one of those three coming as a quarterback.Andersen has changed positions a number of times, starting as a two-way running back/linebacker before moving to quarterback, then back to linebacker. The Falcons selected Montana State linebacker Troy Anderson with their final pick in round two. Kyle Phillips, WR UCLA: Turn on Phillips' film and it screams Patriots, like he's a bigger version of Wes Welker who gives any coverage player absolute fits with his ability to get open quickly. 41. Falcons Digital Managing Editor. Still, he has good footwork and understands how to play. 43. Unless that man is Troy Andersen. 44. 4.Treylon Burks, WR Arkansas: Burks has gotten lost in the shuffle at receiver a bit since his 4.55 40-yard-dash at the Combine but don't let those testing numbers fool you, he is a versatile beast that could give the Patriots a potential number one receiver to build around. He played quarterback and moved to linebacker, so hes 1) smart and 2) underdeveloped at a position where he was instantly impressive. [6], Andersen moved back to linebacker and also played fullback as a junior. Nov 27, 2021; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions wide receiver Jahan Dotson (5) gives a thumbs up before a play during the second quarter against the Michigan State Spartans at Spartan Stadium. Patriots head coach Bill Belichick loves versatility and King certainly offers that. Round 3, Pick 85: Max Mitchell, OT, Louisiana. Troy Andersen had a 4.0-grade point average throughout high school, earned Academic All-State honors, and was the class Valedictorian. Andersen's rookie year wasn't perfect but an indication of what could be in the future. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images). Those are the kinds of players the Patriots target in Round 2 and linebacker is a position where they might want to take a big swing. Fantasy football rankings, cheatsheets, advice, and news from Draft Sharks to help you dominate your league In a recent article by Kambui Bomani of Pro Football Focus, he identified Andersen as one of the draft's best small-school players. Sam Webb, CB Missouri Western: As the search for man coverage corners continues, Webb is a small school gem that might have all the measurables to make the leap and lock down receivers at the NFL level. Like Doubs, Watson has all the physical traits teams look for in a wide receiver. For the Patriots he'd likely project toward a slot corner role and could really blossom with experience. Kenny Pickett remains the only QB off the board. He's a tough player who can play man or zone with elite athleticism to match up. Over his last two seasons, he was 14-of-20 from beyond 40 yards. Hes an instinctive ballhawk, who might someday develop into a standout CB1. Verdict: Andersen has an intriguing set of tools and could very well develop into an NFL-caliber linebacker. 38. Nope. Hell get right up into a receivers face in press coverage, and is one of the best man corners in the draft. His tackling ability allows him to limit yards after the catch when he does give up a completion, and also allows him to contribute in the running game. Andersen grew up in Montana, playing football, basketball, and running track. Hes one of the best deep safeties in the draft, and is the kind of player that could fill McCourtys role. If you're looking for linebackers with athletic upside, the NFL Combine results . 45. The Patriots defense ranked 25th in the NFL last year averaging 4.5 yards per carry. He finished with 54 tackles, 11.5 for loss, 6.5 sacks, and an interception. Yusuf Corker(American) of Kentucky also was a multi-year starter, but at box safety. The Patriots are one of the best teams at using multiple backs in a game and, while Strong has operated in a backfield . The two-time captain has some technique issues to work on but they're correctable and should help Johnson translate his game from BC to the pros. The Kansas City Chiefs and the New England Patriots will make their debuts in Germany as designated teams, following the inaugural international game in Munich in 2022. In 2023, Andersen will earn a base salary of $982,435, while carrying a cap hit of $1,387,175 and a dead cap value of $2,196,655. How tall is Troy Andersen? Minnesotas Daniel Faalele (National) is listed at 6-foot-9, 380 pounds. BaylorsJT Woods(National) showed all the makings of a modern deep safety over the last two years. By choosing I Accept, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. Phelan M. Ebenhack/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. The Patriots met with a pair of wide receiver prospects on the final day of Senior Bowl practices. Check in with Mike Dussault and Evan Lazar as they discuss prospect media availabilities and what they saw from the defensive linemen and linebacker groups at the second day of the 2023 NFL Combine. Two of the top players on the board will be at the Senior Bowl. The Patriots passed on every linebacker last night to trade down from No. Beyond Dean and Lloyd there are other options, Leo Chenal, Troy Andersen and Christian Harris are some good fits, but the all-around abilities and instant impact potential do drop off further down. Strengths: Andersen is an athlete. On Madden NFL 23, Troy Andersen has an Overall Rating of 67 with Field General Archetype and has a Long Stride Default Running Style. Gronk is really the only time a pick like this paid off for the Patriots. but life in Beaverhead County was different than most all prospects in this 2022 NFL Draft. Myron Cunningham, OT Arkansas: Another raw tackle prospect with ideal NFL size and length, Cunningham is on the bubble because of his athleticism. At 6-foot-6, 260 pounds hes excellent at getting to the catch point and has soft hands to reel the ball in. Hes also a strong blocker, which is something the Patriots value at the position. 36. No offense to Jake Bailey, but Araiza has to be on here. Its not just his size and athleticism that stands out though Woolen was a wide receiver his first two years in college before moving to cornerback. That's just what the Patriots need. Outside cornerback is yet another premier need for the Patriots this offseason. His shortcomings could be relatively hidden by using him as part of a rotation. If he's limited to an ILB role it will knock his draft value down a bit, but there's hope he could be an effective blitzer as well, and while drawing comparisons to Dont'a Hightower might not be totally apt, the two share some intriguing traits. If you spell Troy Andersen in Scrabble . While the trio has potential, it might benefit from the addition of another player ready to contribute Day 1. PFF Big Board Rank: 56. Hes a college tackle who started his college career at center and is likely to have the versatility to play every offensive line spot likely as a backup. More than 300 of the top prospects will be put through on-field drills, medical testing, exams and interviews with team personnel and the media in advance of the 2023 NFL Draft. Don't miss on pre-sales, member-only contests and member only events. Troy Andersen was born in Dillon, MT. Round 4, PIck 127: Zach Tom, OL, Wake Forest. Who is his competition? 6. He's currently projected as a late Day 2 or early Day 3 pick. Updated Aug 26, 2022 at 4:59pm. 31.9k. Andersen earned all-Big Sky and all-American honors again, accumulating 54 tackles and 6.5 sacks at linebacker while also scoring a team-high seven offensive touchdowns. The Big Sky Conference defensive MVP is among three finalists for the Buck Buchanan Award, given to the top defensive player in FCS football. How old is Troy Andersen? Andersen recorded 12 tackles (six solo) during Sunday's 28-14 win over the 49ers. Still, looking further down the board there are a few names that stand out. He shows good recognition and comes downhill hard. Those skills make him dangerous with the ball in his hands not only as a pass catcher, but in the return game as well. He ran the fastest 40 (4.42) among all LB's at the combine. He played at Houston and Miami and across parts of six seasons he threw for 8,378 yards and 76 touchdowns . Here's everything we'll be monitoring from a Patriots perspective in Indianapolis this week. The team also signed versatile safety/linebacker hybrid Jabrill Peppers in free agency last month. Andrew Booth, CB Clemson: Booth has a little size on McDuffie with similar athletic traits and edgy play but has a few more questions about how versatile he is. The Patriots could target a top outside cornerback to add to an already productive defense. Played running back and linebacker in 2019 and earned . He logged 54 receptions for the Tigers last season, and lined up at receiver as well as in the backfield. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Spillman-USA TODAY Sports. 15.Christian Harris, LB Alabama: You can't ignore a three-year starting linebacker out of Alabama and while Harris isn't quite the same mold as Dont'a Hightower, especially in the size department, the elements of toughness and plus athleticism would be easy fits in New England. A childhood fan of the Bobcats, he committed to Montana State in 2017. His makeup, size and length are excellent, and while he had his struggles at defensive end, there's reason to believe he could develop as a versatile second level defender. Andersen is the best non-FBS defensive prospect in the 2022 NFL Draft class. His absence was felt after suffering a season-ending hip injury back in September. * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). But, man, did that one pay off? Get the latest player news, stats, injury history and updates for Linebacker Troy Anderson of the Atlanta Falcons on NBC Sports Edge. Round 6, Pick 200: Chigoziem Okonkwo, TE, Maryland. 47. Playing opposite potential top-15 pick Sauce Gardner for the Bearcats, Bryant was tested often in 2021 and held his own. He brings all the unteachable traits to the table, it will be on whatever team drafts him to coach him up. The most versatile player in college football grew up with 800 head of cattle. Find detailed Troy Andersen Stats on FOXSports.com. Oct 30, 2021; Waco, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns place kicker Cameron Dicker (17) connects for a field goal against Baylor Bears in the second half of an NCAA football game at McLane Stadium. He's exactly the kind of quick-open player that the Patriots could use as a fourth receiver. "I talked to this guy for around 10-15 minutes at the combine, and he's only played linebacker for two or three . What makes that even more impressive is that it was his first full season at the position after playing running back and quarterback. That would be Troy Andersen. Consider him a Day Two version of Nakobe Dean. At the same time, both weigh in at just over 240 pounds, which means theyre big enough to play the downhill style the Patriots want. 1.Nakobe Dean, LB Georgia: Get past the questions about Dean's height and you'll find an excellent all-around player who could give the Patriots defense the kind of boost in playmaking that they need. On second thought, though, that does not do him justice: Andersen is an ATHLETE. Oregons Verone McKinley was a late addition to the roster, but a name who should be on the Patriots radar. Alex Barth is a writer and digital producer for 985TheSportsHub.com. Yes, I know Jakob Johnson said the Patriots are done with fullbacks. Hes an excellent athlete who showed even at his size, he can move with smaller, quicker defenders at the line of scrimmage. The question is, will they stick with the bigger, downhill linebacker prototype theyve favored historically, or trade some size for athleticism? As with most small school prospects, this is a big week for him to show what he can do regularly working against elite opponents. It was really good, Watson said of his meeting. More bio, uniform, draft, salary info Alec Lindstrom, C Boston College: The Dudley, MA and Boston College prospect must be on the Patriots radar, as he shares a lot of qualities with David Andrews like toughness, experience and smarts. 29. While Andersen is a versatile, well-rounded athlete, many were surprised to see the team once again opt against taking a quarterback. His hands are impressive and he has plenty of special teams experience. At the moment, the Patriots off-the-ball linebacker group is headed by JaWhaun Bentley, Mack Wilson and Raekwon McMillan. Did Trump Just Hint At Something? How many . He measured in at the Senior Bowl at 6-foot-4, 211 pounds and ran a 4.40 40 during NDSU workouts. Montana State legends discuss Troy Andersen's career and pro prospects. Posted: 4/04/2022 12:33 pm PDT. He also doubled as the Longhorns punter this past season, and averaged 43.3 net yards per punt with a long of 78 yards. Has plenty of room to add some strength as well. While a number of the top players at the position will be in Mobile this year, its unlikely theyll be on the Patriots radar. In 2018, Andersen was a first team All-Big Sky quarterback. So, it was awesome., It was good. Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. Add in the fact that hes a two-time captain, and hes squarely in the such a Belichick player category. TRADE! Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. . If they want to address that opening in the draft,Bailey Zappe(American) could be a target. Mac Jones was a participant in the Senior Bowl last year. 13.Dax Hill, DB Michigan: The Pats are stacked at safety but I can't leave Hill of this year's Top-50, he's that intriguing as a fit. Top. The Patriots' flexible system could allow him to thrive. 48. [5] Andersen completed 115 of 208 passes for 1,195 yards with three touchdowns and seven interceptions and also rushed for 1,412 yards and a school-record 21 touchdowns and was named first-team All-Big Sky. Good news for Patriots fans hoping the team takes a wide receiver in this springs NFL Draft the teams first two reported meetings during the pre-draft process were both with players from the position. He excels with strength and can be moved around to a variety of spots up front where he can use his unique quickness and power. Standing 6'3" and weighing 242 pounds, the Montana State product ran an unbelievable 4.41 40-yard dash at the combine. follow. Andersens athleticism would allow the Patriots to use him all over their front seven, but his role most likely would be that of an off-the-ball Mike linebacker. Cordarrelle Patterson isn't on it, currently on . It's the adjective that swamps his evaluation when asked about Montana State do-it-all prospect Troy Andersen. So lets get Mac Jones favorite college receiver: Metchie. Hes experienced for a player at this point, as a four-year contributor at Rutgers. Weight: 243 lbs. Deen Worley. GRADE: 79 OVR RANK: NR POS RANK: NR . His performance against Alabama shows he can compete against the best of the best. If its a true nose tackle the Patriots are after,Travis Jones(National) out of UConn may be the guy. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-USA TODAY Sports. He's a good athlete still growing into his body and that's why he's a bit of a projection. Its often foolish to think oft-injured players will suddenly be healthy in the NFL. He seems a bit more stiff than his Georgia counterpart, but Lloyd has size and versatility that intrigues, as he has potential to move out to the edge and bring more value that way. [15] His father played college basketball at Eastern Oregon University, while his sister ran track at Montana State. With the conclusion of their 2022 season, the Patriots 2023 slate of opponents has been set. 58 pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, and he will have a shot at starting at linebacker. Then theres the biggest player taking part in the game this week. He is the undisputed G.O.A.T. Finally, MissourisTyler Badie(National) has plenty of experience in a pass-catching role. How high will Bo Melton move up draft boards after he posted a 4.34-second 40-yard dash? The Miami Dolphins forfeited their first-round pick in 2023 and third-round pick in 2024 due to Stephen Ross tampering with Tom Brady and Sean Payton. 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