Well it’s time to put a couple more in the verbal category.
Nicholas Grigsby out of Ohio gave a verbal to Pitt. A four- to three-star outside linebacker. He had offers from Michigan St., Mizzou, and Louisville. Plenty of potential (Insider subs.).
We like his acceleration when tackling, can knock’em back where they came from. Demonstrates good blitz production with sacks and turnovers; displays good timing with a closing burst off the edge. We see promise as a zone and man coverage player; flashes good underneath route recognition; breaks up on the ball well while demonstrating good ball skills. Shows the ability to man up and run with inside receivers; is especially competent at getting his head around and locating the ball in flight. This guy’s motor and intensity create turnovers while causing havoc in the backfield. His range and ability to play in space is what we look for when evaluating the OLB position. Grigsby may not be an immediate starter however it won’t take long before he makes his presence known on the field.
