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Draft Scouting Report

Rating: 76.77 (Reserve/backup)

Pro Comparison: Dorance Armstrong

Summary

Jah Joyner is a sturdy, well-built EDGE with a dense athletic frame and a well-rounded skill set. He moves well for his size, showing light feet and some twitch, but he’s not a pure speed rusher who will consistently win with bend around the edge in the NFL. Instead, he thrives with a varied pass-rush approach, though his ability to counter and shed blockers late in the rep could improve.

His hand usage is mostly effective -- he has a plan to disengage, but he’s not yet a specialist who can consistently win with technique alone. He shows quality speed-to-power conversion, and while his bull rush could use a bit more pop at the next level, it’s already a useful part of his arsenal. He’s fairly fluid for his size and plays with relentless effort, battling every snap.

He sets a solid edge but lacks the ideal bulk or pad level to be dominant when kicked inside. He’s already an older prospect, which slightly lowers his developmental ceiling, but he’s still refining his pass-rush craft. He is a gritty, high-motor rusher with underrated athleticism, improving hand technique, and sneaky power. He projects as a rock-solid three-down contributor with room to grow as a pass rusher.

About

2023-24: Two-time All-Big Ten honorable mention
2023-24: Totaled 13.0 tackles for loss and 12.0 sacks over past two seasons

Strengths

Utilizes a variety of moves to generate pressure; showcases strong hand usage and speed-to-power conversion
High-energy player
Light feet and enough twitch to be a factor both as a rusher and in pursuit

Weaknesses

Not a pure speed rusher, won’t consistently win around the edge with flexibility or explosiveness
Struggles to consistently disengage and win late in reps
Older prospect who doesn't possess much upside

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