CJ Allen
LBGeorgia
Height
6' 1"
Weight
235 lbs
Age
20.11
Year
TBD
Games
40
Snaps
1,610
Scheme
TBD
Role
TBD
Player Summary
CJ Allen, a "green dot" off-ball linebacker and team captain, projects as a dependable three-down Mike with leadership intangibles and high character. He sorts run fits patiently, mirrors backs with leverage, secures gaps when engaged, pops off blocks with hand strikes, disguises A/B-gap blitzes effectively, and finishes tackles with rare consistency and body control while closing quickly to limit YAC in zone. His toughness, instincts, and run-defense productivity make him a floor-raiser who arrives with force and understands play development. Limitations include average trigger quickness, pursuit speed hampered by hip tightness and stride length, post-meniscus injury stiffness/reduced confidence, shorter arms that hinder block shedding, infrequent high-value splash plays or cross-LOS disruption, and restricted ball production in man coverage. Allen lacks elite athleticism or playmaking upside but offers immediate starting reliability.
Strengths
• High End Speed, Great Athlete • Ball Skills, Vertical • High Motor, Violent Player • Very Sure Tackling Ability • Side to Sideline Range • Improving Pass Rush Ability
Weaknesses
• Lacks Size/Pop • Struggles with Processing/Play Recognition • Key Mental Lapses in Coverage • Mixed Reviews on overall Cov. Ability