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NFL Draft 2007 – Round 1 #17 – Denver Broncos – DE Jarvis Moss

The Denver Broncos traded up from the 21st spot to take Florida defensive end Jarvis Moss. The move cost them their 1st, 3rd and 6th round picks, which go to the Jacksonville Jaguars.

What the Experts Say:

Scout.com Profile:

Player Evaluation: A sensational athlete and a disruptive force in the opponent’s backfield, Moss is a defensive line prospect with a large upside. Will start off his career as a conventional pass-rushing defensive end, yet has the ability to move to different spots on the front line once he physically matures.

STRENGTHS: Athleticism, Backside Pursuit, Change of Direction

AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT: Disengaging Skills, Size

Jarvis Moss Photo Biography: Moved into the starting lineup last season and totaled 56/11/7.5, winning All-Conference honors. Used as a third-down specialist the prior year, finishing with 25/9/7.5.

Pos: Gifted pass-rusher who is slowly pulling together a complete game. Breaks down well, plays with good pad level and is fluid moving in every direction. Rushes the edge with speed, effortlessly changes direction and makes a lot of plays in pursuit. Effectively uses his hands to protect himself and is rarely off his feet. Flashes power, defeats blocks or slides off them laterally. Smart ballplayer who quickly locates the ball and always works to make something positive happen.

Neg: Possesses a thin build and struggles against big offensive linemen. Marginally productive until last season.

A redshirt junior defensive end…

2005: Saw action in the final 11 contests on the season at defensive end, playing mainly on third-down situations…Led the team and finished fifth in the SEC with 7.5 sacks on the season for a net loss of 54 yards…Was also one of 15 Gator defenders with a pass break-up…One of nine to recover a fumble for Florida, and one of 11 with a forced fumble last season…Added four to his tackle total with four solo efforts against Louisiana State, as well as three quarterback sacks for a net loss of 28 yards…Became the first Gator since Bobby McCray on Oct. 11, 2003, to record three sacks in a game…Recorded the first forced fumble and fumble recovery of his career against the Tigers…Tied his career-high tackle total with five in Florida’s home win over Florida State, including three tackles for a net loss of 16 yards and 1.5 sacks for a loss of 11… Posted first quarterback sack and first pass break-up of his career versus Kentucky…Added four solo tackles to his total, including two for a net loss of five yards, against South Carolina…

2004: Played in the season opener against Eastern Michigan for seven plays…Saw action at linebacker in preseason drills…

2003: Suffered a hernia in preseason drills…Saw action at defensive end in one game (FAMU)…Re-injured a muscle in his pelvic area, after battling through preseason pain, and did not return…Saw first career action vs. FAMU, tying for the line-lead with five tackles on the night, including four solo hits on 40 plays…Second true freshman to see action on the defensive line since 2000, when Kenny Parker, Darrell Lee and Ian Scott played…Named Scout Team Player of the Week on defense the week of the Miami game…Dressed for the Miami and Tennessee games but did not see action…

PREP: A Parade All-America selection…Named a USA Today First-Team All-American…A SuperPrep All-America who was also listed to the Elite 50 team…Led his team to three-consecutive Class 4A state championship games, winning titles in his junior and senior seasons…A two-year starter who helped his team to a 30-1 record over his final two seasons…Despite missing seven games due to injury, Moss recorded 81 tackles (29 for loss), 12 sacks, four forced fumbles and four recovered fumbles… Totaled 122 tackles, including 52 for a loss and 28 sacks, seven pass deflections, three forced fumbles and five fumble recovers as a junior…Had 61 tackles and nine sacks as a sophomore…Was invited to play in the U.S. Army All-Star Game in Texas…Also considered Miami, Texas and Florida State…

UPDATE Scouts.inc:

Denver executes the second trade of the day and takes a chance on Moss in the hopes of getting an elite pass-rusher. While saying the Broncos are making a deal with the devil here would be harsh, there are some minor character concerns about Moss after Florida suspended him for a game last year. With the league cracking down on players that commit off-field infractions, it’s important Moss stay out of trouble. If he can, he is capable of giving the pass rush a substantial boost. Moss anticipates snap counts well, explodes off the ball and closes extremely well. The Broncos will likely use him as a situational pass-rusher, but there is a chance he develops into an every-down player if he can add some weight without sacrificing any quickness.

 
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