Georgia DT Devonte Wyatt
6-foot-3
304 pounds
Yahoo Sports’ 2022 NFL draft grade
5.99 — possible first-rounder; possible immediate starter
TL;DR scouting report
Quick-off-the-snap defensive lineman who put it all together in his final season, projecting as a valuable energy piece and disruptor up front
The skinny
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Devonte Wyatt runs football drills during Georgia’s Pro Day on Wednesday, March 16, 2022, in Athens, Ga. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Upside
Brings plus athleticism to the table inside
Former high-school RB/TE who maintained athletic traits after weight gain
Really good combine numbers in 40 (4.77, with 10-yard split of 1.6), 3-cone (7.45), broad jump (9-foot-3)
Extremely quick off the snap — outrageous first-step burst
Light feet to move laterally and string out plays down the line
Chased down a few ball carriers from the backside
Occasionally asked to drop into short zones — good reactionary skills and body control
Displayed more disruptive qualities in 2021 — two forced fumbles, more consistent pressure
Wins as a pass rusher with speed and power (or both)
Has a nice cross-chop rip in his pass-rush bag
Showed he can turn the corner very well at his size when asked
Georgia defensive scheme didn’t set him up to be a playmaker
Effective on stunts and twists
Good pop in his hands — can shock blockers
Improved steadily throughout Senior Bowl practices and had a productive week
Will benefit from thinner DT crop this draft
Regarded as being a good worker, practice performer
Downside
Likely lacks the length to handle full time duties as a 5-tech end
Core strength is average for his position
Occasionally gets feet churning too fast and can stumble
Not a true gap plugger and forceful run stopper
Played in a rotation and wasn’t counted on for extensive reps — rarely played 40-plus snaps
Surrounded by all-NFL prospect talent — plenty…
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