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Nigel Bradham (Florida St.) - 2012 NFL Draft Pick #105 by BUF

What The Experts Thought Before The Draft

Pre-Draft Analysis for Nigel Bradham (2012 NFL Draft)

Player Profile:

  • Name: Nigel Bradham
  • College: Florida State University
  • Position: Linebacker
  • Height: 6'2"
  • Weight: 240 lbs

Strengths:

  • Strong tackler with a great ability to shed blocks.
  • Good speed and agility, allowing him to cover ground quickly.
  • Versatile player who can play both inside and outside linebacker.
  • Experience in a high-level college program, contributing to a strong football IQ.
  • Pass coverage skills are above average for a linebacker.

Weaknesses:

  • Inconsistent in taking on blockers, sometimes gets caught up in traffic.
  • Needs to improve his decision-making in pass coverage.
  • Injury history that could raise concerns for some teams.

Overall Analysis:

Nigel Bradham was regarded as a talented linebacker with the physical tools to succeed at the next level. His combination of size, speed, and tackling ability made him an attractive option for teams looking to bolster their defensive units. While he had some areas that needed improvement, particularly in terms of consistency, his experience in the highly competitive ACC and his performance at Florida State provided a solid foundation for his transition to the NFL.

Bradham was projected to be selected in the mid to late rounds of the 2012 NFL Draft, with the potential to become a reliable contributor on defense and special teams.