Ty Robinson NFL Draft Overview
Position: DT
Height: 6’5″
Weight: 288 pounds
School: Nebraska
Ty Robinson is a hot name in NFL Draft circles, and the former Nebraska Cornhusker is a versatile player along the defensive line who wins in several ways. He played in 60 games in his collegiate career, which ties the university record, en route to several accolades while in Lincoln including Second-Team All-Big Ten (2024, AP), Third-Team All-Big Ten (2024, Coaches, Media), Honorable-Mention All-Big Ten (2023, Coaches, Media), and Five-Time Nebraska Scholar-Athlete.
Robinson has blossomed into a solid prospect, primarily at defensive tackle. He saved his best for his senior season and totaled 37 tackles, 12.0 tackles for loss, and 7.0 sacks—all of which were career highs—with four pass breakups, one blocked field goal, and one safety. He led Nebraska in TFLs and sacks and ranked third in breakups.
The Gilbert, Arizona, product consistently improved in college, and this trend should follow him to the next level. His relentless motor and quick first step are reminiscent of Cincinnati Bengals star defensive end Trey Hendrickson and should boost his draft stock. While he’s somewhat inconsistent and lacks mobility, these issues can be aided with proficient development and coaching in the NFL.
NFL Comparison: Zacch Pickens
Teams With Need At Position: Arizona Cardinals, Buffalo Bills, Cincinnati Bengals, Detroit Lions, Houston Texans, Jacksonville Jaguars, Kansas City Chiefs, Philadelphia Eagles
Projection: Mid-Late Second Round
The bottom line on Robinson is that he’s a powerful football player with plenty of experience who will give you everything he has. His positional flexibility along the DL will help provide value, and he should see the field early in his rookie season. While he does have some limitations, his ceiling might be higher than some think, and the team that drafts him is getting a heck of a football player with tremendous upside.
*Stats and research provided courtesy of the Pro Football Network (PFN) and NFL.com
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