2011 NFL Draft Player Profile | Brooks Reed
Drafted by Houston Texans 
When you think of Brooks Reed, you think of Clay Matthews Jr. Not just because of the long locks or the fact that they both play on the outside and get after the quarterback, but because they both play with a disturbing tenacity and intensity.
Reed was already a solid draft prospect following a productive 2010 campaign. Then he went to the 2011 NFL Combine. With solid numbers across the board that supported his “freak athlete” label, Reed has seen himself climb up mock drafts everywhere.
Player Name: Brooks Reed
Position: DE/OLB
School: Arizona
Height: 6’3”
Weight: 263 lbs
Arms: 32 1/4
Hands: 10”
40 Time: 4.67
Strengths
Hate the cliche’s all you want, but Reed simply is what people say he is: an angry ball of athletic energy that just won’t stop. Reed has outstanding size and versatility, allowing him to line-up and use his great strength on the line as a defensive end, or use his speed and ability in pursuit to get after the quarterback on the edge. Shows great leverage, moves, and knowledge of proper angles when working off the line. Has a knack for getting past the offensive line and making plays in the back-field. Even when he doesn’t get the sack, the quarterback generally still feels his presence. He’s a menacing terror on the outside. Good, natural instincts as a pass-rusher. Adequate in run support.
Weaknesses
Reed seems to rely too much on his size and initial burst. Not the greatest at shedding blocks or taking on bigger blockers. Doesn’t have a solid repertoire of moves. Needs to hone his craft and become more consistent. Intensity can sometimes get in the way of making a play, as he can over-shoot his target.
Draft Range
What you see is what you get with Reed, and that in no way is a bad thing. He won’t excel in coverage, but he has the athleticism and versatility to play on the line or drop back, while his ability to get behind the line of scrimmage ranks among the best in this draft class. Reed will find a team in the first or second round due to his soaring stock and intensity for the game. He’s one of the most gifted and talented pass-rushers in the draft, and could easily turn into an elite edge rusher at the next level if he can cut back mistakes and become more balanced. Look for him to get a good look from teams like Baltimore, New York (Jets), Pittsburgh, and Green Bay near the end of the first round, while the Patriots, Bills, and Broncos could all snag him at the beginning of the second round.
NFL Player Comparison: Clay Matthews
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