2011 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Robert Quinn, UNC

Robert Quinn– DE- North Carolina

6-5 270lbs Junior

Stats:

2008- 35 tackles, 6.5 tackles for loss, 2 sacks, 2 forced fumbles

2009- 52 tackles, 19 tackles for loss, 11 sacks, 6 forced fumbles

Pros:

Robert Quinn is expected to be the next great pass rusher out of North Carolina since Julius Peppers.  Quinn is a super athletic defensive end that possesses all the physical skills to take over games in the NFL.  Quinn has a rare initial burst off the line which allows him to get into the opponents backfield.  Quinn’s quick burst and overall speed makes him a target for double teams.  However, he has developed several pass rush moves that allow him to get around those double teams.  His 6 forced fumbles last season only enhance his playmaking ability.  Quinn makes his living in the offensive backfield.

Cons:

There is some concern that Quinn is undersized at 270lbs.  However, he is just entering his Junior season and will have time to fill out weight wise.  Along with a few extra pounds teams would like to see Quinn get stronger.  He has the speed rush down pat but needs to develop a power rush move.  He also could stand to be stronger and improve his run stopping ability.  Some scouts also feel that Quinn could move to OLB in a 3-4 defensive scheme but he would need to improve his coverage skills to do so.

Thoughts:

As of now we have Robert Quinn ranked #7 on our 2011 NFL Big Board.  Quinn’s athletic ability and size separates him from the rest of the defensive end class.  He has been incredibly productive at UNC and with another good year he will likely bolt to the NFL.

Projected Round:

Depending on team needs you could see Quinn go as high as #1 or #2.  He has so much potential that certain teams will not be able to pass on him.  Mario Williams was the last DE to go #1 overall.