Raks New England Sports Blog

I really like the Pick. Plugs a need for us. Top ILB on board.

 Mayo can play anywhere. Inside or Outside.

Led SEC in tackles

6′1 242 Lbs

140 tackles this season

8 games of 10 tackles plus in 2007

Smart player

Great character

2007 All Sec

Ran 4.5 40 dash

NFL Draftcountdown scouting report:

Strengths:
Very athletic…Has excellent timed speed and quickness..Physical and plays bigger than he is…Has terrific range and does a great job in pursuit…Reliable tackler and will deliver the big hit…Smart with good awareness and instincts…Has a non-stop motor…Fluid & smooth in coverage…Versatile…Productive..Nice program pedigree.

Weaknesses:
Undersized and doesn’t have either the ideal height or bulk that you look for..Has trouble taking on and shedding blockers…Needs to be protected up front…Just a marginal blitzer…Durability may be an issue…Probably not a good fit for everyone.

Notes:
The next in a long line of top Volunteer linebackers…Can project inside or outside depending on the defensive scheme and has experience at both…Best fit may be as a middle ‘backer in a Cover 2 or on the weakside..Not a traditional thumper but he will prove awfully attractive to teams that are willing to sacrifice some size for