The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. Montgomery admitted there was a time he wondered “when is it [the weight gain] going to stop?”. Large tackle radius is an asset, but he’s prone to miss tackles; he has to break down, come to balance, and use his incredible physical gifts to secure the tackle down to the ground. At what part I don’t know. Brody Schmidt/Copyright 2020 The Associated Press. Is No. At the medical re-check in Indianapolis, he weighed 270 pounds (11 pounds higher than his pro day) as an off-ball linebacker. He’s 6-4 260 and can really get after it. In its draft guide, Pro Football Focus says Collins “has throwback thumper size combined with modern athleticism.” PFF grades Collins as a first-round pick, and most multi-round mock drafts have him off the board by at least the middle of Round 2. 16 if receiver Jaylen Waddle, cornerback Jaycee Horn, and cornerback Patrick Surtain II were already gone. The Dallas Cowboys have quite a bit of mystery surrounding the linebacker position, in 2021 and beyond. The Cardinals selected Tulsa linebacker Zaven Collins withe the 16th overall pick in the draft, but he almost was not available for the Cardinals. Interestingly, former NFL player and scout Bucky Brooks has Collins listed as the No. Pretty amazing for a kid who was a 6-3, 210-220-pound quarterback/free safety at a small Oklahoma high school and went to football camp after football camp after football camp before Tulsa became the only college to offer him a football scholarship. Duane in Maryland: Can you offer an assessment of the linebacker Zaven Collins and the possibility of picking him at No. “If he didn’t make it on defense I for sure thought he could be a tight end just with the skill set that he was coming with,” Montgomery said. All rights reserved. View photos of notable players selected in that spot. The Giants hold the 11th overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. “I think he’s a game breaker type player. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. The Arizona Cardinals have drafted Tulsa linebacker Zaven Collins with the 16th pick in the 2021 NFL draft. Montgomery said that Collins “was able to keep all his mobility, his speed, actually got faster” as he got bigger. 2021 NFL Draft: Azeez Ojulari, New York Giants a “great fit” for each other? © 2021 New York Giants. Collins may find himself in the first round because of his incredible size and ability to move in space, despite only receiving one college scholarship coming out of high school.”. Collins helped Hominy High School win a state football title and Montgomery said he “did a tremendous job making the guys around him better.”. 1:08; See All. 16, to Arizona. Collins is a 6-foot-4, 260-pound monster in the middle — 30-40 pounds heavier and a couple of inches taller than many of the guys now occupying off-ball linebacker spots in the NFL. All rights reserved. View photos of Giants sixth-round pick Gary Brightwell. By choosing I Accept, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. Length closes throwing windows at the second level and he has a good feel in zone coverage. He’s not going to run a 4.4, but he’s not a liability in terms of speed, either. Photos of 2021 NFL Draft prospect, Tulsa LB Zaven Collins. We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. Zaven Collins. View the best players still available in NFL Media analyst Daniel Jeremiah's top 150 prospect ranking. View photos of Giants first-round pick Kadarius Toney touring the Quest Diagnostics Training Facility. “So, being able to do some disguise things with him and allow him to use his athleticism. Tulsa’s Zaven Collins was already considered a potential first-round pick, but after his impressive performance Friday, that should be a lock. View photos of the New York Giants 2021 NFL Draft Class. Tulsa linebacker Zaven Collins has been one of the most popular projections for the Cleveland Browns’ first selection in the 2021 NFL draft. (AP Photo/Joey Johnson), Tulsa linebacker Zaven Collins (23) runs back an interception for a touchdown against South Florida during an NCAA football game on Friday, Oct. 23, 2020 in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio), Tulsa linebacker Zaven Collins (23) celebrates with safety Jett Hendrix (28) after Collins intercepted a pass against South Florida and returned it for a score during the second half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Oct. 23, 2020, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara), Tulsa linebacker Zaven Collins runs with an interception against South Florida during the second half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Oct. 23, 2020, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara), Tulsa linebacker Zaven Collins reaches for a pass during NFL football pro day Friday, April 2, 2021, in Tulsa, Okla. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki), Tulsa linebacker Zaven Collins works out for scouts at NFL pro day Friday, April 2, 2021, in Tulsa, Okla. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki), Tulsa linebacker Zaven Collins is interviewed at NFL pro day Friday, April 2, 2021, in Tulsa, Okla. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki), Tulsa linebacker Zaven Collins bench presses during NFL football pro day Friday, April 2, 2021, in Tulsa, Okla. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki), Tulsa linebacker Zaven Collins claps after completing the bench press during NFL football pro day Friday, April 2, 2021, in Tulsa, Okla. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki), Tulsa linebacker Zaven Collins poses for a portrait Wednesday, March 10, 2021 in Frisco, TX. Analysis: My advice for NFL teams is simple: Draft him and get out of his way. 16 in final editions of many NFL writers' NFL mock drafts. Labeled as a three-star prospect in the 2017 class by 247 Sports, Collins was outside the Top 2,000 nationally. The Cardinals selected Tulsa linebacker Zaven Collins withe the 16th overall pick in the draft, but he almost was not available for the Cardinals. This past season Collins won the Bronko Nagurski Trophy, as well as the Chuck Bednarik and Lombardi awards proving to be one of the top defenders … With the first round of the NFL draft complete, it is time to react and analyze the picks the team made. As Falato indicated, the Urlacher comparison is one that is often made by those trying to figure out what Collins will be at the NFL level. One team will get Zaven Collins gift at 2021 NFL Draft. Zaven Collins, LB, Tulsa Brett Rojo-USA TODAY Sports The 6-foot-4, 260-pound Zaven Collins won the Nagurski, Lombardi and Bednarik awards last year, was a … Zaven Collins is a massive off-ball linebacker with an interesting path to the NFL. We just felt like having him off the ball allowed him to run and move and really affect the game more,” Montgomery said. By being our WILL linebacker we felt like we could use him in our blitz packages, bring him off the edge, bring him up the middle, use him in drop situations. Zaven Collins could be another alternative for the Giants, but they’ll likely be more … One such player might be Zaven Collins from Tulsa. 2020 NFC West Standings. I think whoever gets him he’s going to make a difference on their football team right away.”. With the 16th pick in the 2021 NFL draft, the Arizona Cardinals select Zaven Collins, linebacker, Tulsa. Collins is a big-bodied (6’4 7/8″, 259 pounds) off-ball linebacker that compares well to Anthony Barr of the Minnesota Vikings. 42 but if he does, the … Joey Johnson/Copyright 2020 The Associated Press. The Steelers are keeping their fingers crossed for linebacker Zaven Collins and running back Najee Harris, according to a source who spoke with Mike Florio of PFT.However, according to many prognosticators, both players are likely to be off the board by the … I think he’s a guy that you can build a team around, build a defense around, a guy that’s going to do things right on and off the field, loves the game of football and I think he’s a guy you can build around,” Montgomery said. “With his frame you could see that he had great potential,” Montgomery said. 16 pick in the 2021 NFL draft on Thursday night. “Now, the question was going to be what was that potential going to lead him to play?”. 1:08; Zaven Collins is a game-changer for Tulsa on and off the field. The Steelers are keeping their fingers crossed for linebacker Zaven Collins and running back Najee Harris, according to a source who spoke with Mike Florio of PFT.However, according to many prognosticators, both players are likely to be off the board by the … The Arizona Cardinals selected Tulsa linebacker Zaven Collins in the first round of the 2021 NFL draft on Thursday evening. Could the Giants reach and draft Tulsa linebacker Zaven Collins at No. If he played at Alabama he’d be a household name. Collins is a 6-foot-4, 260-pound monster in the middle — 30-40 pounds heavier and a couple of inches taller than many of the guys now occupying off-ball linebacker spots in … Maybe he drops to the second round?. Much of that speculative projection was based on Collins’ outstanding athleticism for his size as a versatile off-ball linebacker. Montgomery and defensive coordinator Joseph Gillespie settled on the idea of putting Collins at off-ball linebacker and getting him to add some weight to his frame. John Schmeelk: Collins is one of the more fascinating players in the draft class. All rights reserved. This was a kid who had spent time as a gymnast as a young boy, had been a multi-sport athlete in high school and wasn’t going to be able to be a quarterback or free safety at the college level. I think he can still play the WILL linebacker depending on their scheme,” Montgomery said. Cardinals bolster defense in draft's 1st round with LB Zaven Collins. Coming tomorrow: cornerback. Zaven Collins Film Room Notes Collins and Tulsa’s October 2020 win over UCF (10 total tackles, seven solo tackles, 3.5 tackles for loss, one interception, two pass breakups) Eighth of an 11-part series. Sue Ogrocki/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. Zaven is also decent in pass coverage as well, giving him all the traits to succeed at the NFL level. Two-round 2021 NFL mock draft: Falcons pull off two trades in top 10, Zaven Collins a surprise pick for Giants Let's see what it looks like if a team trades back, then up into the top 10 Was used as a traditional linebacker, as a defensive lineman, and as an apex defender in the slot. Mark LoMoglio/Copyright 2020 The Associated Press. 11, where the New York Giants select in Round 1, too early to select Collins? Tulsa linebacker Zaven Collins (23) intercepts a pass intended for Central Florida wide receiver Jacob Harris (87) after the ball was deflected by Tulsa linebacker Justin Wright (30) and cornerback Akayleb Evans (26) during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 3, 2020, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack) To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. Cardinals' selection of Zaven Collins given 'C' grade. The recipient of the Bronko Nagurski Award, honoring the best defensive player in college football, Tulsa linebacker Zaven Collins had an illustrious season in 2020. 11? (Todd Rosenberg/NFL). 16 … NFL Draft grades: New York Giants earn high marks, Wheeling and dealing Giants viewed as one of draft’s winners, 2021 NFL Draft results: Analyzing the Giants’ Day 3 picks, Reviewing and analyzing the Giants’ picks on the third day. “I think he can play their MIKE and be a Tampa 2 type drop linebacker if you needed him to be, but also have the size and the speed and the strength to play in the middle and do the things that he needs to do.”. View photos of every player projected to the Giants in mock drafts just days ahead of the 2021 NFL Draft. Zaven Collins' NFL draft profile. Collins showed off … In an era where linebackers are getting smaller and faster, with some inside ‘backers really being strong safeties in disguise, the sight of Collins staring at quarterbacks from a standup position between the guards is a bit jarring. View photos of the 20th overall selection in the 2021 NFL Draft. Tulsa brought him in as a “defensive athlete,” and then tried to figure out how to use him. All rights reserved. “I think Zaven’s got the potential of being that type of player,” Montgomery said. In addition, he was barely inside the Top 30 in his position group. Like I said, a very intelligent player,” Montgomery said. So, why didn’t he have college football recruiters knocking down his door? Could the Giants be the team that tries to unlock that level of play from Collins? 16. Is he No. So, what would he be? Urlacher was a 6-4, 258-pound middle linebacker who came out of New Mexico and became a Hall of Fame player known for his tremendous athleticism and range to cover parts of the field most linebackers could not. 10, No. It was because, well, no one knew exactly what to do with him. View photos of Giants fourth-round pick Elerson Smith. The Arizona Cardinals took Tulsa linebacker Zaven Collins with the No. It is the second year in a row they have drafted a linebacker in the first round. However, there was a time when he was lost in the sheer volume of his recruiting class. “We just figured in the scheme that we run as our WILL linebacker his skill set allowed him to do so much. Last season, Collins had 53 tackles, 11½ of which were for a loss. Zaven Collins was one of the best defenders in the NCAA in 2020. There’s little chance that Zaven Collins falls to No. Zaven Collins, LB Akron. Arizona Cardinals: Zaven Collins (LB, Tulsa) A 6-4, 260-pounder likened to a young Brian Urlacher to roam alongside Isaiah Simmons and behind JJ Watt. View photos of Giants third-round pick CB Aaron Robinson. The Arizona Cardinals landed Tulsa linebacker Zaven Collins with the 16th pick in the draft. Georgia DC Dan Lanning says edge rusher is "a can’t miss". His best fit is in a blitz heavy defense that would routinely pit running backs in pass protection against him. Tulsa linebacker Zaven Collins (23) intercepts a pass intended for Central Florida wide receiver Jacob Harris (87) after the ball was deflected by Tulsa linebacker Justin Wright (30) and cornerback Akayleb Evans (26) during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 3, 2020, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack), Tulsa Golden Hurricane linebacker Zaven Collins (23) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during an NCAA football game on Friday, Oct. 23, 2020 in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio), Tulsa linebacker Zaven Collins (23) runs back an interception for a score against South Florida during the second half of an NCAA college football game Friday, Oct. 23, 2020, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara), Tulsa linebacker Zaven Collins (23) intercepts a pass intended for Central Florida wide receiver Jacob Harris (87) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 3, 2020, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack), Tulsa linebacker Zaven Collins (23) lines up during an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 19, 2020, in Stillwater, Okla. (AP Photo/Brody Schmidt), SMU quarterback Shane Buechele (7) is stopped short of a first down by Tulsa linebacker Zaven Collins (23) during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Tulsa, Okla., Saturday, Nov. 14, 2020. 11? But do you remember what the Giants’ record was that season? “I don’t think so, but I’m probably biased,” Tulsa coach Philip Montgomery told Big Blue View. All rights reserved. What Tulsa hadn’t counted on was how easily Collins, who had never participated in a real offseason training program, would put on weight. Not necessarily a bad thing because two of the three (Strahan and Tuck)best pass rushers the Giants have had the last 40 years weren’t first round picks. Do not duplicate in any form without permission. That is probably the best way to describe Tulsa off-ball linebacker Zaven Collins. “We weren’t really sure exactly what he was going to be, but knew he was something,” Montgomery said. Collins might be more of a traditional linebacker than Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah, but he still offers some flexibility in terms of scheme and usage. The New England Patriots would have drafted Collins. “I think he’s definitely a first-round guy. View photos of second-round pick Azeez Ojulari. The first round of the NFL draft had both expected moves and a few surprises. Chris O'Meara/Copyright 2020 The Associated Press. Brooks calls Collins a “chameleon” who is “capable of aligning between the tackles as a box defender or on the edges as a blitzer/pass rusher.”, “At the next level I think he can play multiple spots. “But obviously you’ve got to have a little luck, you’ve gotta stay healthy, you’ve gotta continue to keep developing and growing.”. 11? Kadarius Toney, WR, FloridaNico Collins, WR, MichiganQuincy Roche, Edge, Miami, Prospect of the week: Zaven Collins, LB, Tulsa, 2021 NFL Draft results - Giants’ undrafted free agent tracker, Tracking the players linked to, or signed by, the Giants after the draft, ‘Things I think’ about the Giants’ 2021 draft class. With all of that as backdrop, Collins profiles as a position-versatile inside/outside linebacker with freakish measurables and the intelligence to have been valedictorian of his high school class. Receives a lot of Brian Urlacher comparisons due to his size. Tulsa LB Zaven Collins is a popular pick for the Cardinals at No. Was this the Giants best work of the Gettleman era? The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. Here is what our own Nick Falato put together when I asked him for his brief scouting report on Collins: “Exceptional size at 6-4, 260 pounds, and he possesses good athletic ability that is highlighted by his change of direction skills, lateral agility, and closing burst. View photos of Giants sixth-round pick Rodarius Williams. 2020 Chuck Bednarik Award for the top defensive player in the country per the Maxwell Football Club. Here’s a nugget that has made its way our way as the draft approaches: Tulsa linebacker Zaven Collins could go as high as No. Phelan M. Ebenhack/Copyright 2020 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. The Seattle Seahawks will have to contend with a new young defensive threat twice a year, as the division-rival Arizona Cardinals bolstered their linebacker unit by selecting Tulsa’s Zaven Collins with pick no. Leighton Vander Esch is locked in as a starter and with Jaylon Smith’s poor play last s… 1 outside linebacker in the draft in his recent position rankings. The New England Patriots would have drafted Collins. I don’t know if his draft grade will put him in range for the Giants, but he certainly sounds like a player defensive coordinator Patrick Graham would find creative uses for. All rights reserved. The Cardinals, as PFT reported, likely were taking linebacker Zaven Collins at pick No. Very effective as a blitzer - has some pass rushing moves and leverages his length well. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. Over eight games in 2020, Zaven Collins racked up 54 total tackles including 7.5 tackles for loss and 4 sacks. View photos from the 2021 NFL Draft taking place in Cleveland, Ohio.
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