Linval Joseph

Last Updated: February 7th, 2010
Managed By: Erik Sandelin

School	East Carolina
Height	6 ' 6.0 "
Weight	322 lbs.
Speed	5.00 ( Unofficial )

Graduation Year	2010
Birth Date	10/10/1988
Jersey #	97
Current Position	DT
Projected Position	DT
CDS Projected 2010 NFL Draft Round	3
Member Projected 2010 NFL Draft Round	Not enough entries

Important Links

East Carolina's Profile for Linval Joseph

Stats

Season Year	GP	GS	Solo	Asst	TT	TFL	Sacks	FF	FR	INTs	PD	QBH
'07-'08	13	---	13	27	40	8.5	1	---	---	---	---	5
'08-'09	14	---	22	21	43	8	2.5	1	---	---	1	1
'09-'10	14	---	22	38	60	13	3	---	---	---	1	14
'10-'11	---	---	---	---	---	---	---	---	---	---	---	---

Overview

1 kick blocked in 2009. 2 kicks blocked in 2008. Mammoth DT who likely won't start as a rookie but should see plenty of action in obvious run-down situations.

Strengths

Huge. Great height. While not exactly and Adonis, he's also not just another TOG (Tub Of Goo) at 320+ pounds. Moves well for his size. Great run stuffer. Can generate a bit of a push as a pass rusher, too. A productive member of the best defensive line in Conference USA this season. Has a knack for blocking kicks. Has been used in "Refrigerator" Perry FB role.

Weaknesses

Could stand to be in better condition. Has a ways to go as a pass rusher. Production came against a lower level of competition.

Projection

Now that the Draft is a three-day affair, Joesph will likely be a third day selection, so it's a bit surprising he declared. Nevertheless, he does have raw tools that, if developed, could make him a starter in the NFL some day.