Arvell Reese
LBOhio State
Projected
Top 10
Height
6' 4"
Weight
243 lbs
Age
20.5
Year
TBD
Games
28
Snaps
948
Scheme
Versatile
Role
3 Down LB
Player Summary
Reese is a stand up linebacker who can play both in coverage or as a true edge. Likely needs to pick one and sprinkle the other in, most likely will be an edge rusher. He's very young but has had great coaching from Patricia and Lauranitus, but there are still some growing pains as he needs to learn how to diagnose quicker. His elite athleticism and trigger allows him to make up for some of that right now, and he should only improve with time. He's got that ideal frame, but needs to fill out more and focus on building upper body strength. He's got the traits to be an effective edge setter with time. But he's got a great tackle radius, consistent wrap up technique, top end closing speed, and has a solid pass rush repetoire to start with. His second half of the season in 2025 really hurt his numbers, but he showed enough improvements and his young age offset a lot of these concerns. He's an easy pick in the top of this draft with his potential and early returns.
Strengths
• Phsyically Elite, Ideal Build • Top End Closing Speed • Speed to Cover in Zone • Good pursuit angles/leverage • Solid PR Repetoir • Dynamic Depolyment Potential
Weaknesses
• Avg Change of Direction • Lack of Exp Shows Up in Diagnosing • Fooled by Play Action/misdirection • Upper Body Strength • Still Needs to Fill Out Frame
Accolades
• Academic All Big 10 2024 • BIg10 LB OTY 2025 • 1st Team All Big10 2025 • 2025 Concensus All American
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