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Why Washington DE/OLB Joe Mathis Will Impress In NFL Draft

By Bret Stuter

Sep 19, 2015; Seattle, WA, USA; Washington Huskies defensive lineman Joe Mathis (5) grabs Utah State Aggies running back LaJuan Hunt (21) during the first half at Husky Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Buchanan-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 19, 2015; Seattle, WA, USA; Washington Huskies defensive lineman Joe Mathis (5) grabs Utah State Aggies running back LaJuan Hunt (21) during the first half at Husky Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Buchanan-USA TODAY Sports /
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Dec 31, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Washington Huskies head coach Chris Petersen speaks at a press conference after the game against the Alabama Crimson Tide in the 2016 CFP Semifinal at the Georgia Dome. Alabama defeated Washington 24-7. Mandatory Credit: RVR Photos-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 31, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Washington Huskies head coach Chris Petersen speaks at a press conference after the game against the Alabama Crimson Tide in the 2016 CFP Semifinal at the Georgia Dome. Alabama defeated Washington 24-7. Mandatory Credit: RVR Photos-USA TODAY Sports /

Joe Mathis Scouting Report

Joe Mathis brings maturity, power, and a sense of quiet confidence that is tough to dispute. While his six game senior season will likely take his name off the first films viewed by NFL scouts, he will eventually be scouted heavily by NFL teams in deed of a pass-rusher.  (Hint: All NFL Teams could use a good pass-rusher)

Mathis is quick, but has incredible control of his body and his play awareness at all times.  He is strong enough to stand up the offensive tackle, hold the edge, and drive the running play back to the inside.  But he also has another gear, and if he sees a path to the quarterback, he kicks in and slashes so quickly that even running backs in protection are surprised.

Check out the links provided directly below. Read up on the underrated Husky.

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Inside The Pylon Profile

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Bleacher Report Profile

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Sports-Reference Stats

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BehindSteelCurtain Interview

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