Orien Harris (Miami (FL)) - 2006 NFL Draft Pick #133 by PIT
What The Experts Thought Before The Draft
Pre-Draft Analysis for Orien Harris (2006 NFL Draft)
College: University of Miami (FL)
Orien Harris was a highly regarded defensive tackle heading into the 2006 NFL Draft. Below is a summary of his pre-draft analysis:
- Physical Attributes:
- Height: 6'3"
- Weight: 295 lbs
- Strong build with good overall size for a defensive tackle.
- Strengths:
- Quick off the snap, demonstrating good initial burst.
- Solid hand technique, allowing him to shed blockers effectively.
- Good lateral mobility, enabling him to pursue plays down the line.
- Experience in a high-level college program, which contributed to his football IQ.
- Weaknesses:
- Inconsistent pad level, which can make him vulnerable against double teams.
- Needs to improve stamina and conditioning to maintain effectiveness throughout games.
- Occasional struggles against stronger interior offensive linemen.
- Overall Projection:
- Considered a mid-round prospect with the potential to be a solid contributor at the next level.
- Possesses the tools to develop into a starting defensive tackle in the NFL.
- Teams may look to utilize him in a rotation while he develops further.
Orien Harris was viewed as a player with a combination of talent and potential, making him an appealing option for teams in need of depth and future starters on the defensive line.