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Daeshon Hall, DE, Texas A&M: 2017 NFL Draft Scouting Report

By Brady Lunt

Oct 8, 2016; College Station, TX, USA; Texas A&M Aggies defensive lineman Daeshon Hall (10) in action during the game against the Tennessee Volunteers at Kyle Field. The Aggies defeat the Volunteers 45-38 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 8, 2016; College Station, TX, USA; Texas A&M Aggies defensive lineman Daeshon Hall (10) in action during the game against the Tennessee Volunteers at Kyle Field. The Aggies defeat the Volunteers 45-38 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports /
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Myles Garrett is considered the top prospect in this draft class, but we often miss the guy who plays on the other side of the Aggie’s defensive line.

Daeshon Hall is man seemingly playing in the shadow of the draft’s top prospect, Myles Garrett. While he may be considered the “other guy” on Texas A&M’s defensive line, his chances of success in the NFL are somewhat promising. Although, it may take some time for his skill set to develop into an every-down player.

Hall’s production is relatively modest when compared to the rest of this class, finishing 2016 with 50 total tackles including 13.5 for loss, 3.5 sacks, and two forced fumbles. If you step back to 2015, Hall finished with 54 total tackles including 14.5 for loss, seven sacks, and two forced fumbles. Production aside, Hall has some intriguing abilities that may appeal to several teams around the league.

Measurables

Height: 6’5″

Weight: 266 pounds

40-yard: 4.76

Vertical: 36.0 inches

Broad: 123.0 inches

Strengths

While Myles Garrett got a significant portion of the attention last season, Daeshon Hall quietly puts together a productive campaign. Hall’s 27.5 tackles for loss through two seasons illustrate a player capable of being a solid run defender. Physically, Hall possesses the size and frame that would appeal to most teams. His versatility could see him play a 5-technique in an odd front or a defensive end in an even front. He has length (35″ arms) and good flexibility with a frame that could add more weight. Is widely considered a moldable talent that should be a better pro than college player.

Weaknesses

While a moldable player, Hall will take time to develop and may not make much of a contribution early in his career. He lacks the speed and explosiveness of a pure edge rusher and will likely struggle against quicker tackles. Needs to improve his strength, otherwise will be unable to disengage blocks at the next level. Will have to work on technique and hand use, a sign that he is still a raw player still trying to learn to play with his hand on the ground.

Final Thoughts

Hall is an intriguing prospect whose size and frame should scream potential at the next level. A lack of speed and technique issues will likely see his stock slip into the middle rounds. His upside is high, however, and while he probably won’t make much of an impact early in his career, he possesses the traits and skill-set worth developing. Definitely, has starter potential down the road.

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