Leonard Floyd: Prospect Breakdown (with GIFs)

Nov 7, 2015; Athens, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Leonard Floyd (84) works against Kentucky Wildcats offensive tackle Jordan Swindle (70) during the first half at Sanford Stadium. Georgia defeated Kentucky 27-3. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 7, 2015; Athens, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Leonard Floyd (84) works against Kentucky Wildcats offensive tackle Jordan Swindle (70) during the first half at Sanford Stadium. Georgia defeated Kentucky 27-3. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports /
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Leonard Floyd Film: Part 4

Nov 15, 2014; Athens, GA, USA; Auburn Tigers quarterback Nick Marshall (14) attempts a pass as he is pressured by Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Leonard Floyd (84) in the third quarter of their game at Sanford Stadium. Georgia won 34-7. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 15, 2014; Athens, GA, USA; Auburn Tigers quarterback Nick Marshall (14) attempts a pass as he is pressured by Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Leonard Floyd (84) in the third quarter of their game at Sanford Stadium. Georgia won 34-7. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports /

Floyd drops back into coverage and does a good job sticking with his matchup.

At 6’6″, it’s difficult for Floyd to bend around the edge or to dip under blocks.

Floyd with some speed-to-power conversion in this clip, using a quick burst before engaging the lineman, and then drives him back towards the QB.

Poor block attempt by the lineman that looked more like a bear hug than a block, but Floyd fought through it to pickup the sack.

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