Utah Coaches Hype Former Utes Heading Into NFL Draft With Highlight Video

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – The Utah coaching staff has put out some great video breakdowns and highlights of their former players that are heading to the NFL Draft.

The coaching staff has released videos on every player that is eligible to be taken in the upcoming NFL Draft which will take place from April 23-25.

Here are some great quotes and videos that the coaching staff have posted on Twitter about each Utah player going into the draft.

At the time of this story, Utah running backs coach Kiel McDonald did the video for Zack Moss, offensive line coach Jim Harding did a breakdown on Darrin Paulo, tight ends coach Fred Whittingham did a video on Hunter Thedford, offensive coordinator and quarterback coach Andy Ludwig did a video on Tyler Huntley while defensive coordinator Morgan Scalley did videos for all of the defensive players.

Zack Moss

“Five-tool running back, three-down workhorse. He can go from power to speed in an instant,” McDonald said.

WarDog Edits brings you a breakdown on Bossman, Zack Moss‼️ @zack_moss The definition of a Smart Tough Guy!!! @Utah_Football pic.twitter.com/rRjFiNiwGm

— Coach Kiel McDonald (@Coach_KMcDonald) April 14, 2020

Tyler Huntley

“His skillset includes the ability to pass with a high degree of accuracy, timing and touch. Great understanding of the offensive system, the receivers in the system and having great sense of anticipation,” Ludwig said.

In the latest homemade #ProUtes video, @Coach_Ludwig talks about @_SNOOP1’s game 🔥 pic.twitter.com/s0RU5TCjCs

— Utah Football (@Utah_Football) April 20, 2020

Darrin Paulo

“Despite him being as big as he is, Darrin has really good athleticism. He has been very durable throughout his career at Utah,” Harding stated.

Some thoughts on OBLOCK member Darrin Paulo!!! (Part 1) pic.twitter.com/4leihI32oc

— Jim Harding (@coachjharding) April 9, 2020

Part 2 (Final). OBLOCK pic.twitter.com/TZL9h2A6dx

— Jim Harding (@coachjharding) April 9, 2020

Hunter Thedford

“Hunter treats his run blocking with conviction. He is going to end up with pancakes, flat-backing the defender,” Whittingham said.

Although my video editing skills are in the developmental phase, the tape doesn’t lie on University of Utah tight end ⁦@hunterthedford⁩ pic.twitter.com/IwFqRCdIKO

— Fred Whittingham Jr. (@FWhittinghamJr) April 7, 2020

Jaylon Johnson

“Does he check all of the boxes? Can he play the fade? Can he get a hand on early? Can he look, lean and locate the ball to make a pick? Check. Can he move positions on the field to the inside seam? Check. Does he make coach Shah happy? Check,” Scalley said.

RSNB In-home edits #4!! Jaylon Johnson @NBAxJay1 checks all the boxes for an elite corner!!! ✅✅✅✅✅✅✅ 💰💰💰💰 pic.twitter.com/GUH9sJU0TH

— Morgan Scalley (@SafetyPride) April 9, 2020

Bradlee Anae

“Elite defensive ends are able to stop both elements of the zone read. There were not a lot of tight ends that wanted to block this guy. He is not just a one-trick pony, he has many tools,” Scalley stated.

RSNB Home Edits #5 brings you a breakdown on the Mayor of Sack Lake City, @BradleeAnae !! This dude is special!! @Utah_Football pic.twitter.com/jxjnmDg9gQ

— Morgan Scalley (@SafetyPride) April 10, 2020

Leki Fotu

“Leki is 6’5, 330-pounds that has an 80-inch wing span with big paws that will tear your face off,” Scalley said.

RSNB Home edits #6: @LekiFotu is dominant at the LOS, and is a D-Line Coach’s dream! The big man can move!!!! Take a look. @Utah_Football pic.twitter.com/6d85NeN89m

— Morgan Scalley (@SafetyPride) April 13, 2020

John Penisini

“All this kid does is eat double teams for breakfast and come out smiling,” Scalley said.

RSNB Home Edits #7 brings you a breakdown on Big John Stud, John Penisini!! @Dub_jayy_boy The definition of RELENTLESS!!!! @Utah_Football pic.twitter.com/3lkq8sZrJI

— Morgan Scalley (@SafetyPride) April 14, 2020

Francis Bernard

“Any team in this NFL Draft that takes Francis Bernard is going to be happy with their decision. What you want out of your linebackers in contact courage, the willingness to get down and dirty with offensive linemen,” Scalley said.

RSNB home edits #3!! NFL draft prospect Francis Bernard is going to be an asset wherever he lands!! Take a look at one of the best students of the game Utah’s ever had!! @FrancisJBernard pic.twitter.com/wDQbyyEwZI

— Morgan Scalley (@SafetyPride) April 7, 2020

Terrell Burgess

“This guy can play multiple positions. He can be a strong safety, can play down in the box, play gap assignment football and make plays in the backfield,” Scalley stated.

SafetyPride home edits, 2nd Edition, brings you a breakdown on one of the most versatile defenders in this year’s NFL Draft, @TiTaniumT98 !!!#SafetyPride pic.twitter.com/hKG7wlZNYG

— Morgan Scalley (@SafetyPride) April 2, 2020

Julian Blackmon

What makes this kid elite is his tackling ability. What you want to see from a free safety is a guy that does not take any wasted movement. He takes great angles to the football and he erases mistakes made on the front line,” Scalley mentioned.

Whoever gets @JumpManJuice23 in this year’s NFL draft, is getting a complete safety!! Julian has ups, ball skills, man coverage skills, a high football IQ, and, as you’ll see in my snazzy homemade video 😜, ELITE tackling ability!! #SafetyPride pic.twitter.com/bB8DbQSmmg

— Morgan Scalley (@SafetyPride) April 1, 2020

Javelin Guidry

“Javs 4.29 speed shows up time and time again. That’s the type of speed that NFL coaches and GM’s drool over,” Scalley said.

RSNB Home Edits #10 brings you the speed and strength of my man, Javelin Guidry @Jav__K !! 4.29 40 and 21 rep 225 test at the combine shows up on the field with this dude!! @Utah_Football pic.twitter.com/Hi8vBvZGm0

— Morgan Scalley (@SafetyPride) April 17, 2020

Josh Nurse

“If I am an NFL defensive back coach or an NFL GM, I am paying attention to this guy. You don’t find 6’3, 200-pound guys that can move the way he moves,” Scalley said.

RSNB Home Edits #9 brings you a breakdown on my man, Josh Nurse @UnoQuatroJ14 !! This dude has only been playing corner for 2 years and has an unbelievably high ceiling. Fired up for his future!! @Utah_Football pic.twitter.com/6dad2x6BM4

— Morgan Scalley (@SafetyPride) April 16, 2020

Tareke Lewis

“When teams would focus on Jaylon Johnson and throwing away from him, teams would go after that opposite corner and Tareke Lewis was up for the challenge,” said Scalley.

RSNB Home Edits #8 brings you a breakdown on my man, Tareke Lewis @_5flavorz !! Speed, feet, technique, and confidence! This dude can do it! @Utah_Football pic.twitter.com/LxO4dI2UC5

— Morgan Scalley (@SafetyPride) April 15, 2020

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