A transfer from Missouri. Aubrey Miller Jr is a spot linebacker who comes off of the field for the nickel package. He’s a vicious, downhill-attacking linebacker with brutal physicality and someone who is a stout run defender. Miller’s skillset appears to be best suited in situations, as his coverage ability is a bit of a liability for an NFL team. Regardless, he has the skillset and athleticism to be a solid pro.
Aubrey Miller Jr
4-3 OLB – Jackson State Tigers
HT: 6006
WT: 225
Year: Super Redshirt Senior
High School: Whitehaven (Memphis, TN)
Rating:
Projected Draft Grade:
Projection: 5th/7th Round
Aubrey Miller Jr scouting notes
Pros:
- Has good speed for the position. Athleticism pops on tape.
- Very strong upper body.
- Shows some explosive ability. Should test well at the Combine/Pro Day.
- Vicious at the point of contact. Nasty tackling form, clean but absolutely vicious. Old school headhunter.
- Good pursuit angles inside of the box.
- Times his blitzes up well. Hits gaps at the perfect time as protection is sorting out the look.
- Shows solid play recognition.
Cons:
- If he isn’t getting through clean, he’s not getting off of a block to get into the backfield.
- Very average in zone coverage.
- Was taken off of the field for the Tigers nickel package and didn’t play the majority of most games. Doesn’t look like he has the skillet to be a starter in a nickel package.
