Harold Perkins Jr. Scouting Report

Harold Perkins Jr. can make game-changing plays, whether it’s sacking the quarterback as an edge defender, defending the pass when dropping in coverage, or tackling ball carriers.

Draft Grade: Round 4 - Developmental Traits

Strengths:

Versatility: Perkins has proven production lined up as a pass rusher, blitzing, and as a stacked backer against the run and in pass coverage.

Pass-Rush Ability: Perkins is a natural and instinctive pass rusher who is capable of winning pass-rush reps at a high percentage.

Athleticism: From straight-line speed to lateral agility, Perkins is a fluid mover with loose hips to play in space effectively.

Clutch Performer: Perkins consistently delivers in high-leverage moments when a play needs to be made by the defense. 

Concerns:

Overall Size: Perkins' size will be a concern for NFL teams who are scouting and drafting him as an edge rusher. There will be a concern about his ability to hold up against the run and set the edge.

ILB Instincts: Perkins recently made the transition from edge rusher to stack backer and has to continue to develop the proper way to play the position and read his keys in the box at the linebacker position.