Cortez Broughton, DT, Cincinnati #96
6021, 288, 5.06
Notes: From Warner Robins, GA. Appeared in two games before suffering a season-ending injury and redshirted in 2014. Played in 12 games, totaling 28 tackles, 1.5 TFL, 2 PBU and a blocked kick in 2015. Started all 12 games and finished with 42 tackles, 5 TFL, 2.5 sacks, 3 PBU and 1 INT in 2016. Posted 34 tackles, 3.5 TFL, 1 sack, 1 PBU and 1 FR in 2017.
Positives: Explosive and disruptive at times. Can collapse the pocket inside. Can control and play off blockers. Will turn and chase plays downfield.
Negatives: Quiet for stretches. A bit straight-linish and doesn’t redirect well.
Summary: Doesn’t consistently jump out but flashes at times.
