Cleveland Browns: 2016 NFL Scouting Combine round up

Ohio State’s Joey Bosa

Ohio State defensive end Joey Bosa had, by his own admission, a disappointing time in the 40-yard dash (for what that is worth), but still came out of the workouts in good shape.

“I thought Bosa had a good day, not a great day. You could see it when he got to the football drills, I thought he felt more comfortable,” NFL Media draft analyst Mike Mayock said. “I was disappointed in his 40 time. I don’t think he expected to run in the 4.8-plus. I know I didn’t expect to see 4.8-plus. But in the field drills … I thought he did a great job.”

According to his draft profile at NFL.com, Bosa has:

"Body beautiful college end who has the talent and upside to play with a hand down or standing in the pros. Bosa might not have the pure edge speed to be an elite pass rusher, but his hand usage and ability to generate push as a bull-rusher should make him a very good 4-3 base end or a 3-­4 outside linebacker. Bosa has a few more flaws than some may be willing to admit and his upside might be good rather than great, but his traits and growth potential as a player make him a safe selection. Bosa might be at his best with a defensive coordinator willing to move him around the field."

Oklahoma State’s Emmanuel Ogbah

Oklahoma State defensive end Emmanuel Ogbah caught the attention of scouts on Sunday after ranking among the top three defensive linemen in the 40-yard dash, vertical jump and broad jump. The Big 12 co-Defensive Player of the Year reportedly had some issues in change-of-direction and agility drills, his ability to find the quarterback (23.5 combined sacks over his last two seasons with the Cowboys), should appeal to a team looking to rebuild its defense.

According to his draft profile at NFL.com:

"Upon first glance, Ogbah appears unimpressive because he doesn’t play with the quickness or athleticism expected of productive pass rushers, but eventually, his translatable qualities avail themselves. Ogbah’s power will serve him well against the run, but he will have to become more skilled as a pass rusher. He can play 3­-4 outside linebacker or 4-3 defensive end, and he might have value inside in sub­packages."

Clemson’s Shaq Lawson

Shaq Lawson from Clemson is another potential impact player that the Browns could look at to give the defense a much-needed shot in the arm. In addition to going through all the drills with the defensive linemen – where he posted the best time in the 20-yard shuttle – Lawson also participated in linebacker-specific drills to show teams that he could potentially be a fit as an outside linebacker for a team that runs the 3-4 defense.

According to his draft profile at NFL.com, Lawson is a:

"Productive backup for two years before putting together an All­-American season in his first year as a full- time starter. Lawson is built like a full­-grown man and combines his instincts, toughness and power to fill up a stat sheet and set an early tone. Lawson’s frame and game are easily translatable to the NFL, but his average athleticism and pass rush skills will likely have teams viewing him as a 3­-4 edge setter or a 4-­3 base end. Lawson may also have value as 3­-4 defensive tackle in an upfield scheme."

Mississippi State’s Chris Jones

Chris Jones will long be remembered for his shorts malfunction during the 40-yard dash, but he is a talented defensive tackle who started every game for Mississippi State this past fall, finishing the year with 44 tackles and 2.5 sacks.

According to his draft profile at NFL.com, Jones is an:

"Ascending prospect whose production this season matched the flashes he showed on tape. Jones has the quickness off the snap to disrupt in the gaps and the strength to control the point of attack. Like Jordan Phillips, Jones plays with an elevated pad level which needs work. With a body type and skill set to play all along the defensive line in both odd and even fronts, Jones has a chance to come off the board early and make his mark in the pros."

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