Alec Ogletree Scouting Report

University of Georgia linebacker Alec Ogletree has flown up draft boards after a sensational junior season which saw him lead a Bulldogs defense to a 11-2 record heading into the 2013 Capital One Bowl.

Ogletree possesses a long frame and great speed for an inside linebacker. He should have no troubles playing on all three downs as he excels both in coverage and of course, against the run. Can cover the whole field, sideline to sideline. A very special athlete who should contribute as a rookie.

This true junior may even have a future as an edge pass-rusher and should be able to line-up almost anywhere. Shows a great bend taking on blockers on a speed rush and has enough strength to shed blockers. Really sets his body well when making tackles and explodes through his lower half on contact. Sometimes can be too erratic or over-aggressive on the field. His emotions can run hot and leave him off assignment. Certainly not a hot head though, but does have off-the-field character concerns.

Ogletree should really standout amongst his peers during the evaluation period and will test very well. Look for him to go somewhere in the middle of the first round of the 2013 NFL Draft. A recent DUI arrest could push him down later in the first, just a little bit. Many teams will view this as a red flag.