Former NFL Player Breaks Down ‘Total Package’ Prospect Devin Lloyd
Mar 28, 2022, 5:26 PM | Updated: 5:27 pm
SALT LAKE CITY – Former NFL player Stevenson Sylvester broke down 2022 draft prospect and Utah Utes linebacker Devin Lloyd.
Sylvester, who played in the league from 2010-14, discussed Lloyd potential as an NFL player during KSL TV’s SportsBeat on Sunday, March 27.
The former NFL linebacker called the future pro the “total package” when it comes to playing at the next level.
Sylvester, also a former Utah linebacker, highlighted Lloyd’s instincts, pass-rush ability, willingness to accept coaching, patience,
Hey @NFL, when @DevinLloyd_ gets drafted can he be the first on your list to get mic’d up? You won’t be disappointed. #UtahProDay pic.twitter.com/epvLunkRlD
— Utah Football (@Utah_Football) March 24, 2022
Devin Lloyd at the NFL Scouting Combine
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Sylvester continued by detailing Lloyd’s “awesome” numbers from the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, when the linebacker solidified himself as a first round pick in April’s draft. Lloyd’s Combine performance allowed him to spend time interviewing at Utah’s Pro Day rather than participate in drills.
Results
40-Yard Dash: 4.66 seconds
Bench Press: 25 reps
Vertical Jump: 35 inches
Broad Jump: 126 inches
Devin Lloyd talked about the draft process and not participating in Pro Day drills. #GoUtes pic.twitter.com/NbUgFkOOQ2
— KSL Sports (@kslsports) March 24, 2022
About Devin Lloyd
The Chula Vista, California native played for the Utes from 2018-21.
We all love mock drafts.
And that includes @DevinLloyd_'s mom, who makes sure to keep her son updated with where he could be drafted ❤️😂 (via @gmfb) pic.twitter.com/0wODLPTqjy
— NFL Network (@nflnetwork) March 28, 2022
During his Utah career, Lloyd had 256 total tackles, 150 solo tackles, 16.5 sacks, two forced fumbles, five interceptions, eight pass breakups, and three touchdowns.
For more on Sylvester’s breakdown of Lloyd, see the video above.
2022 NFL Draft
The draft is scheduled to be held in Las Vegas, Nevada from April 28-30.
It will be broadcast on ESPN and NFL Network.
Kyle Ireland is a Locals in the NFL Insider for sports.ksl.com and host of the Yards After College Podcast. Follow him on Twitter (@kyleireland) and Instagram (@kyleirelandksl).
