Kendrick Blackshire
- Position: LB
- Measurables: 6’2 250lbs
- School: Duncanville
- James Lott Rating: 9.25
- Status: Uncommitted
James Lott's Prospect Breakdown
Strengths: Tall, proportionally built inside Linebacker with the ability to play both inside and outside at the next level. Shows good straight line speed to chase the ball from sideline to sideline. True take-on linebacker who can meet linemen head-on or beat them to the spot and leverage his gap. Plays with above average play strength. Scrapes and stalks while using length and powerful hands to keep himself free and clear of blockers. Steps into hole and fires into running back, finishing with wrap-up tackle. Good athlete with the speed to run downfield with TE’s. Shows good awareness of cutback lanes and rarely runs himself out of the play. Good motor and excellent nose for the football. Very productive play-maker on all facets of special teams.
Bottom Line:
Grade: 9.25