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Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic – Penn State vs. Memphis

• December 28th, Noon

Yetur Gross-Matos, Penn State, EDGE – 6’5 265 pounds

What the experts are saying:;

"Long levers and he knows how to use them. Fairly effective at winning with first contact, using his length and playing with extension. For a taller, longer defender he’s generally committed to keeping his pad level down. Absolutely love his motor – relentless pursuer of the football and he makes his share of plays based on effort alone and chasing down from distance. Eats up turf with his initial steps as a pass rusher. Has the ability to turn, flatten and win around the outside hip of the offensive tackle. Has rushed from a variety of alignments, including on the interior. Showcases good hand combating skills to keep his pads clear. Deploys a variety of swipes, counters and combinations to clear contact. Has enough power the point of attack to set a firm edge, fight pressure with pressure and squeeze gaps. Features a massive wingspan and it shows up when tackling. Routinely makes tackles outside his frame and he has excellent range."

The Atlanta Falcons goal in the 2020 draft will be to find pass rushers to get to the opposing players. In 2019, the Falcons are 6-0 when Vic Beasley records a sack and while he has had a great second half, the Falcons will look to draft a more consistent player at that position and deciding between Gross-Matos and Espenesa may be tough if both are sitting there.