Draft Profile - Terrence Holt

[crizpynutz]

Terrence Holt
S, NC State
Height: 6'1"
Weight: 208 lbs
40-yard: 4.65

Strengths: Is athletic, aggressive, instinctive and versatile with a knack for big plays. Rarely takes a false step. Reads keys, and reacts quickly. Is aggressive and physical against the run. Flies up in run support, and is a tough, reliable tackler. Is better in zone than man-to-man. Reads the quarterback's eyes, and gets a good jump on the ball in zone. Has good hands and ball skills. Is physical and aggressive when the ball is in the air.

Weaknesses: Lacks ideal speed. Is somewhat long-legged, and is not smooth when making cuts. Has trouble in coverage when forced to change directions or turn and run with a receiver. Lacks catchup speed. Is at his best in short zones. Must be protected from certain one-on-one matchups in the NFL, and might have trouble covering the sideline downfield. Lacks ideal bulk to consistently hold up near the line if moved to strong safety.

Bottom line: Holt, the younger brother of Rams wide receiver Torry Holt, is a good all-around prospect and might be the No. 1 special teams player in this draft -- he blocked 12 kicks in college. He is a good all-around safety with the instincts and ball skills to make big plays. Terrence Holt works hard in the film room and doesn't make many mental mistakes. He is not an elite safety prospect because of size and speed limitations, but he still is a solid third-round prospect with some upside because of his ability to block kicks.

[Mr.Murder]

Mid to late steal to replace Dorset as our designated fg/punt block man, play alongside the Johnsons.