The ability to disrupt behind the line of scrimmage is one of the most sought-after skill sets in the NFL. Defenders who can attack gaps and get into the offensive backfield are always valuable, and they come in a number of shapes and sizes.
That’s lead to defensive coaches to rethink their schemes to better use a wider variety of body-types. Now, players who would have been considered “undersized” or “tweeners” in an earlier age are key role players on defense.
Clemson defensive tackle Ruke Orhorhoro is not only disruptive, but his versatile body-type has allowed him to play all over the Clemson defensive line.