Boston College's Profile for Mark Herzlich

Mark is a 2005 graduate of Conestoga H.S. in Wayne, PA where he earned Associated Press Class AAAA All-State first-team honors as asenior linebacker and gained All-Central League first-team accolades in 2004 and 005. Mark was a three-time all-Chester County, All-Suburban and All-Main Line selection, and became the first player in school history to win the team MVP award three times. Herzlich also registered a team-high 153 tackles, including 48 solo stops, in 2005; totaled eight tackles for a loss, including four sacks and returned a blocked field goal 86 yards for a touchdown Mark recorded 142 tackles and made four interceptions as a junior, and he also lined up at fullback in 2003 and 2004; scored three offensive touchdowns, and led the Pioneers to back-to-back Central League titles (2004 and 2005.) Mark also starred as an attack man on Conestoga's lacrosse team.

At B.C., he played in all 13 games as a true freshman in 2006, gained numerous all-freshman accolades, and racked up 42 tackles and 5 TFLs in part time action. In 2007, he started really establishing himself as an elite college LB, and future draftable commodity. He was named to the 2008 Lott Trophy and Butkus Award Watch Lists and started all 14 games, finishing second in total tackles with 97 (55 solos, 42 assists). Mark also led the team with 12 tackles-for-loss (60 yards) to go with 1.5 sacks, 4 pass breakups, 2 forced fumbles, 2 fumble recoveries, one quarterback hurry and an interception.

Very good LB size. Runs right past or through blockers to create havoc in the backfield. Very productive, and shows good instincts and leadership abilities. Has good flexibility. Brings the hammer with him. Plays within himself and within the framework of the defense. Mature and smart. Has all the measurables and the production to go with it.

A bit stiff in the hips. Not terribly aware in pass coverage, and may not be an ideal guy to put one-on-one with the TE in coverage, though he has the size to match up. Can overpursue and give up responsibilities for the big play opportunity occasionally.

Has most of what you want in a starting LB in the NFL. If he declares he should be a first day selection.
**UPDATE, 5/14/09 - Herzlich has been diagnosed with Ewing's Sarcoma, which is a malignant tumor possibly located in the bone marrow of his leg. He has returned home to fight the illness and football is on hold for him currently.

User: packman0588
Date/Time: 01/4/2010 - 7:12PM CST
Predicted Round: Undrafted

I really hope he comes back strong from his condition, I think he would be a very solid LB in the NFL.

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