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Boubacar Traore
Notre Dame
HT:
6040
WT:
247
YR:
JR
POS:
ED
OVR RK
40
POS RK
CEILING POTENTIAL
ED7
High-End Starter Potential
PLAYSTYLE & SCHEME FIT
Boubacar Traore is a long, explosive EDGE whose grade is built on first-step burst, length, bend, pursuit range, and developing pass-rush production. He fits best as a stand-up 3-4 OLB or weak-side EDGE in a multiple-front defense that lets him attack from space, rush from wider alignments, and play fast in sub-packages. The concern is whether his 2026 season at Notre Dame shows more play strength, hand timing, rush-plan consistency, and durability after the 2024 ACL injury. His starting pathway is clear, but the next step is turning high-end flashes into a steadier three-down profile.
CEILING GRADE ANALYSIS
High-End Starter Potential (65-69)
A player expected to become a top-tier starter within their first few years. They possess strong physical tools and good technical skills but may have some limitations in their game. With development, they can reach near-elite levels and provide consistent impact at their position.
Primary scout:
Brandon Lundberg
KEY STRENGTHS
Explosive first step
Closing burst and pursuit
Alignment flexibility
KEY WEAKNESSES
Functional strength
Rush-plan consistency
Power conversion
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