2021 NFL Draft defensive tackle rankings: Jaylen Twyman is underrated
By John Blair
4. Levi Onwuzurike, Washington
6-foot-3, 290 pounds
2021 NFL Draft grade: Second round
Despite not being the most productive player in the 2021 NFL Draft, Onwuzurike should be one of the top defensive tackles taken off the board. Onwuzurike was a backup most of his college career only being a starter for the 2019 season. That year he finished with 45 tackles and six tackles for loss. While he decided to sit out the 2020 season, he still earned a trip to the Senior Bowl where he had a solid showing.
The number one trait that stands out with Levi Onwuzurike is how active of a player he is. He shows a nice burst off the line of scrimmage and shows a consistently good motor, Onwuzurike is also a very powerful player for someone who comes in at only 290 pounds.
While Onwuzurike is an active defensive tackle his lack of production in opponents backfield is a concern. He only has been able to record 16 tackles for loss and seven sacks over his three years with the Huskies. One area he could work on is getting off blocks and having better overall pass rush moves.
When it comes to where Onwuzurike will go in the draft he will likely hear his name called at the end of the second round.