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Devean Deal
EDGEUDFA Projection

Devean Deal

TCU · Big 12 ·
#648
Overall Rank
#72
Pos Rank
48
Composite
RAS
Height
Weight
40-yd Dash
Vertical
Broad Jump
3-Cone
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Athletic Profile
Pass RushRun DefenseFirst StepBendPowerCounter Moves
Percentile Rankings
Pass Rush
51AVG
Run Defense
46AVG
First Step
43AVG
Bend
48AVG
Power
47AVG
Counter Moves
45AVG
Grade Breakdown
Composite Grade
48
Floor Grade
40
Executive Summary

Devean Deal projects as an undrafted free agent priority with developmental potential as a depth edge rusher in a 4-3 scheme. He possesses a solid motor and gap discipline that translate to NFL-level run defense, though his pass-rush toolkit remains underdeveloped for an FBS prospect. Teams seeking a reserve edge with immediate special teams value and upside in year two should target him early in the UDFA period.

⚠ Risk Factors

Deal's 48-grade composite reflects significant athleticism limitations—lack of elite bend and first-step explosion are legitimate concerns at a position increasingly demanding multiple rush moves. His production against FBS competition was modest, raising questions about whether his technical proficiency can compensate for physical constraints at the professional level.

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