The 2025 NFL Draft is right around the corner, and we've got you covered with in-depth scouting reports on all of the top prospects at every position in this year's class.
Here's everything you need to know about Boston College edge defender Donovan Ezeiruaku heading into the 2025 draft:
Vitals
Height: 6-2
Weight: 248
Age: 21
Strengths
Good luck finding a more productive edge rusher in this class. Ezeiruaku put up big numbers throughout his college career thanks to a polished pass-rushing plan that features a wide range of effective moves. He knows how to set up opponents with initial moves and well-timed counters, keeping offensive linemen guessing which ones he's going to bring to the table next, and in what order. He shows impressive balance around the edge, bending underneath the shoulder of the offensive tackle without losing his center of gravity, and finishing at the quarterback with regularity. He's active with his hands in the run game, too, working hard to disengage from blocks and bring down opposing ball-carriers.
Weaknesses
Ezeiruaku has a somewhat undersized frame, and he lacks the brute strength to overpower opponents from a physical standpoint. He can struggle to set a strong edge against the run, preferring to quickly work around his blocks to get free, which can often make it easy for opponents to wall him off and set up cutback lanes for the runner. While his first step is adequate in terms of explosiveness for the most part, finding more consistency with his get-off would be ideal, as would the ability to regularly convert speed to power more effectively.
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Final Analysis
Ezeiruaku's film and production was already impressive, but his combine performance proved that he's also an impressive overall athlete. While he may not have the size or power of some other edge rushers in this class, his combination of polished technique, experience, and a proven track record of getting to the quarterback will pair with that athleticism to give him both a high floor and a high ceiling at the next level.
Current Projection: 1st Round
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This story was originally published March 25, 2025 at 9:17 AM.