Arik Armstead

Signed as a highly regarded prep and recorded 26 tackles in 13 games (including one start) in 2012. Progress slowed as a sophomore (15 tackles in 13 games, including five starts) but helped the Ducks win the Pac-12 and Rose Bowl and qualify for the national championship as a junior after quitting Oregon's basketball team to focus on football. Dedicated to football in 2014, Armstead's incredible talent began to show through. He recorded 46 tackles, including 5.5 tackles for loss and 2.5 sacks despite facing constant double teams. Lacks the explosiveness off the snap to ever wreak havoc as a pass rusher but his size, strength and length make him an obvious five-technique candidate for traditional 3-4 clubs and he's light enough on his feet to potentially slide inside to defensive tackle in a four-man front. That kind of versatility and upside is likely to earn Armstead top 50 consideration. Some teams will pass on the raw prospect with questions about how important football really is to him.

strengths

Imposing frame with plenty of room for additional muscle mass. Broad shoulders and long limbs with good overall weight distribution throughout. Good functional strength to jolt would-be blockers and shed. Uses height advantage to locate the football quickly. Light on his feet for a man of his size. Asked to drop into coverage, showing surprising balance and coordination. Can spin free from blocks and shows a late burst to close on the ball. May be just scratching the surface of his potential.

compares to

Calais Campbell, Cardinals -- Armstead hasn't yet shown the strength and physicality that has made Campbell one of the league's best 3-4 defensive ends but the blend of size and athleticism is undeniable.

weaknesses

Not yet the sum of his parts. Lacks quick-twitch athleticism and is often the last lineman off the ball. Pops upright at the line of scrimmage, negating his own power. Reliant on a simple bull rush and needs a clear lane to get to the quarterback. Doesn't possess the speed to chase down ballcarriers outside of the tackle box. Still developing recognition of passing lanes.

A two-way standout on the defensive and offensive lines, selected to the U.S. Army All-American game and a member of the 2012 Parade All-America team

Tallied 42 tackles, 3.5 sacks and broke up three passes in his final prep campaign, helping lead the Eagles to the California Sac-Joaquin Section Division I championship game

Named to Cal-Hi Sports all-state first team as an offensive lineman

2011 Sac-Joaquin Section first-team offensive lineman

Recorded 45 tackles, two sacks, two pass breakups, one blocked punt and one blocked field goal as a junior

Named all-NorCal first-team selection on the offensive line, as well as first-team all-Metro by the Sacramento Bee during junior campaign

Named Delta River League Lineman of the Year in 2010

Posted 39 tackles, two sacks, four pass breakups and recovered one fumble as a sophomore

Also a two-year letterwinner in basketball.

Parents: Guss and Christa Armstead. Family: One brother, one sister. High School (Coach): Pleasant Grove (Joe Cattolico), 2012. Major: Undeclared.