Redskins Sign DE/LB Justin Hickman

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DE justin hickman

Strengths:
Has an excellent motor...Decent timed speed and quickness...Knows how to get off blocks...Was very productive...Does a terrific job in pursuit and has a burst to close...A playmaker...Mobile with good range...Has solid instincts and awareness.

Weaknesses:
Undersized and has neither the height or bulk you look for...Marginal athlete...Is not real strong or powerful...He is not real stout at the point or versus the run...A 'tweener who may not have a true pro position...Could be just a situational guy.

Notes:
His father, Donnie, played in college at USC and was chosen by the Rams in the 1977 NFL Draft...A JUCO transfer from Glendale Community College...Really had a fantastic senior campaign...Might also be looked at as a 3-4 outside linebacker...A good college player who just does not have the measurables...At most a backup.