Jack Pyburn

A front-seven defender that could be molded into a variety of different things. Measured just over 6-foot-3, 260 pounds at the end of his senior season. Was utilized as both an inside ‘backer and a stand-up edge rusher at the prep level. Excelled at both spots as he racked up over 20 sacks and close to 50 tackles for loss his final two years of high school. An effort-based player with a motor that tends to run pretty hot. Thrives in backside pursuit. Can make a difference at the point of attack and understands how to stack and shed as he keeps his eyes in the backfield. Likely to grow into a more traditonal defensive end or even an interior defensive lineman given his movement patterns and muscular build, which means that he will need to develop a few go-to pass rushing moves if he’s going to be tasked solely with getting to the quarterback on Saturdays. Should be viewed as a potential starter at the Power 5 level one day. Impressive wrestling background (placed 3rd at states as a junior) and desire to move some iron in the weightroom could have him on the field sooner rather than later. Will provide some value on special teams.