Most prospects have a fair degree of strengths and weaknesses, but Felix Anudike-Uzomah is well-rounded and has no significant strengths. He has a plethora of traits he excelled in and is an all-around good athlete. The catch is he doesn’t have any trump cards and will have to rely on his consistency and effort. He isn’t the most outstanding athlete but can execute a wide array of pass-rush moves. Throughout the past two years, he’s been one of the best EDGEs in college football. Despite not having a tremendous upside, Anudike-Uzomah can be a solid day-one player bringing him great value as an early day-two prospect.
Three all-22 games and two more regular games were evaluated. This scouting report includes grades on all relevant traits based on his film. His scouting report also factored in stats and analytics, such as PFF grades. Use promo code TREYSCHNEIDER on Underdog Fantasy to match your deposit up to $100. Gamble responsibly and leave your feedback on Twitter @FBIntellect.
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| Profile |
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| 8th EDGE / 1-2 RD | 6’3 / 255 | Class – JR | College – Kansas State |
| Pro Comparison |
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| Jabaal Sheard |
| Scheme |
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| Any |
D-line Stats
2022:
PR – 46
SK – 8
TKL – 46
TFL – 11
2021:
PR – 43
SK – 13
TKL – 50
TFL – 14
Clip Analysis
In this clip above, Anudike-Uzomah makes a splash play in run defense. He is explosive out of stance and quickly identified the run.
Here he sheds a block quickly and gets a sack. He gets a great first step and finishes the Center with a nice swipe move.
This Twitter clip above exemplifies the bend and raw power he has.
Grades
Traits/ Skills (see bottom of the page for scale)
Each trait/attribute is graded 1-7.
| Traits | Immediate | Potential |
| SPD | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| ACC | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| AGI | 5.6 | 5.6 |
| STR | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| SIZ | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| GET | 5.6 | 6 |
| BND | 5.4 | 5.8 |
| IQ | 4.3 | 6 |
| INS | 4 | 5.2 |
| PWM | 4.3 | 5.4 |
| FNM | 4.3 | 5.8 |
| BKS | 3.8 | 4.8 |
| TAC | 4 | 5.4 |
| PUR | 5 | 5.6 |
| COV | 4.5 | 5.5 |
| EDGE Key | EDGE Key Cont. |
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| SPD – Speed ACC – Acceleration AGI – Agility STR – Strength SIZ – Size/ Length GET – Get-off BND – Bend IQ – Football IQ | INS – Instincts PWM – Power Moves FNM – Finesse Moves BKS – Block Shedding TAC – Tackling PUR – Pursuit COV – Coverage |
Player Notes
- Felix Anudike-Uzomah is a balanced EDGE with a good combo of size and pass-rush moves. He is well-versed in all aspects of the game. He is currently ranked 34th on The FBI 2023 Draft Board.
Pros
- Had a consistently productive college career.
- A very impressive first step that’s well-timed and consistent.
- Ideal size and arm length to play EDGE in any scheme.
- A creative and tough-minded pass rusher.
- Has an effective cross-chop and push-n-pull.
- Has plenty of bend to pull off certain pass-rush moves such as the rip move.
- Works his pass rush moves very well off the bull rush – a very smart pass rusher.
- Quick reaction time and can sniff out screens.
- Play strength is a plus.
- Saw a lot of double teams and physically was able to hold up.
Cons
- Not one of his physical attributes sticks out.
- The ability to convert speed to power is middling.
- Lacks power in his punches.
- None of his pass-rush moves are truly devastating to opponents – doesn’t win in a dominant fashion.
- A bit too lean for a 4-3 scheme.
Final Conclusion
Anudike-Uzomah, while not the flashiest prospect, is a complete EDGE with pro-ready traits. The fact he can fit any scheme makes him more desirable. I also like how he has few weaknesses yet still has room to improve. He should be considered in the late first and is excellent value in the second round.
Combine
40 yd:
10 yd:
Shuttle:
3 cone:
Broad:
Vertical:
Bench:
Arm Length: 33 1/2″
Hand Size: 9 5/8″
Scales And Keys
Grading Key
POT – Potential: players’ highest upside
IMP – Impact: player’s immediate impact
Stats Key
PR – Pressures
SK – Sacks
TKL – Tackles
TFL – Tackles for loss
| Draft Grade Formula | |
| Age: 21-22: | POT=(30%) IMP=(70%) |
| Age: 23-24: | POT=(28%) IMP=(72%) |
| Age:-25+: | POT=(26%) IMP=(74%) |
| Good/ bad character: | POT=(+2%/-2%) IMP=(-2%/+2%) |
| Injury: | POT=(-1%) in increments |
| OVR Grade Weight: |
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| Pass Rush=75% Run Defense=25% |
| Individual trait scale (1-7): |
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| 7 – Rare world-class skill; best in the league and no room for improvement | 6 – Great-elite skill; one of the best at that given trait but still has some room to improve | 5 – Very good; above average and has potential to be elite | 4 – Average; able to suffice but, not ideal long-term | 3 – Below average; able to suffice at college level | 2 – Poor; hinders overall play and is a liability to the team | 1 – Awful; not good enough to play given position at any level above D2 | Note: Consistency plays a large factor. |
| Overall Draft grade scale (technically: 15-100, realistically: 50-86): |
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| 86 – Perfect prospect | 83 – Perennial all-pro | 81 – Bluechip prospect | 80 – Likely all-pro | 79 – Day one quality starter or superstar potential | 78 – Day one starter w/ all-pro upside | 77 – Day one starter w/ high-end upside | 76 – Day One Starter | 75 – Boom or bust | 74 – Will become quality starter within 2-3 years | 73 – Boom or bust (high risk) | 72 – Will become starter within 2-3 years |
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