Nick Hampton, the Appalachian St. OLB, sits at No. 143 on the consensus board across 1 public boards. The tier model reads him as a bust-risk — 7% elite, 6% starter.
Athleticism
NFL.com's Lance Zierlein: “He’s an explosive, linear pass rusher featuring subtle techniques near the top of the rush that help him access the pocket.”
Production Context
NFL.com's Lance Zierlein: “Hampton isn’t anything special as a run defender, but his pass-rush tape really stands out.”
Production Context
NFL.com's Lance Zierlein: “Hampton will be a strong tester but finding a clean positional fit could be a challenge.”
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“…Undersized 3-4 outside linebacker who might require a game plan from his drafting team due to the strengths and weaknesses of his frame and his game. Hampton isn’t anything special as a run defender, but his pass-rush tape really stands out. He’s an explosive, linear pass rusher featuring subtle techniques near the top of the rush that help him access the pocket. Hampton will be a strong tester but finding a clean po…”
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