Quote:I've watched Yannick a good bit. He has an explosive burst, but if the tackle gets his hands on him at all he crumples like a sickly young girl. For example, if you can, go back and watch him against Taylor Decker. Decker manhandled him. It was embarrassing. He's raw. I think he could be really good with hard work and proper coaching. I like the pick.

 

Good insight.  And it checks out with the weaknesses that scouts also saw: 

 


"WEAKNESSES
 Needs to improve timing of the snap. False stepper as stand­up rusher and takes five steps to gain five yards when bursting upfield. Pops upright out of his track stance rather than firing up the field. Several sacks the result of extended plays or being unblocked. Engrossed with blocks in front of him and loses track of the ball. Lacks quick shed hand strength or an ability to impact game at the point of attack".

 

As you said, I think with the right coaching and development, he could be very, very dangerous.  He has the physical tools, it is the technique of rushing the passer that he needs work on.  This is a great pick up prospect in the 3rd round.  Yet another awesome decision by our GM.  Seriously, you cannot ask for a better first 3 picks this year.  

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