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Gabe Wright, DT
Columbus, GA (Carver -- yes, Dell McGee)
6'4 / 270 / 4.98
Offers (15+):
Alabama, Auburn, California, Clemson, Florida State, Georgia, Mississippi, Mississippi State, Nebraska, North Carolina, South Carolina, Southern Miss, Tennessee and UCLA among others.
Rankings:
Rivals: 4-star (5.8), No. 13 rated DT, No. 13 in the state of Georgia, No. 141 overall prospect (Rivals250 member)
247Sports: 4-star (94), No. 11 rated DT, No. 12 in the state of Georgia, No. 132 overall prospect (The 247 member)
Scout: 4-star, No. 11 rated DT
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Wright needs to play with better pad level and work on the use of his hands. If his hands are more active and he shows better punch, then he will be able to disengage better. He has the physical tools and athleticism to be an elite 2011 defensive tackle. He is quick enough to be a big defensive end in high school, but he is an interior guy on the next level. He still has a lot of room to improve with a lot of potential.
http://auburn.scout....c=1&nid=4191923
http://auburn.scout....c=1&nid=4191923
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Wright is a defender who is capable of being a menace in the trenches. He has good size with the frame to add more bulk and he also brings some versatility to the table. He could fit as a defensive tackle / "three"-technique in a 4-3 defense and could also fit well at the end spot in 3-4. You like the energy he plays with and at this point he can seem a little like a 'bull in a china shop' at times. He can be explosive off the ball, but you would like to see him be more consistent in his get-off. He does have good strength and can generate power and deliver a serious blow on contact that can knock blockers on their heels and at times their butt. He does a solid job of using his hands and creating some separation. Displays the ability to be engage blockers, separate, and hold his ground. Locates the ball well and can get penetration and be disruptive in the backfield. He has a good motor and will pursue to the ball. As a pass rusher he will flash the ability to use his weapons and attack half-a-man and quickly get by. He does though need to be careful to not attack the whole man at times and get caught up. You do like that he displays the smarts to get his hands up when he realizes he can not get to the quarterback. Wright is a high motor kid who needs to channel some of his energy into better technique at times to maximize his abilities, but you like the way he plays the game with a violent nature and could be a productive college defender.
http://football.uaal...ars/Gabe-Wright
http://football.uaal...ars/Gabe-Wright
