Chris Paul
Ole Miss

HT:
6010
WT:
235
YR:
JR
POS:
LB
OVR RK
52
POS RK
CEILING POTENTIAL
4
High-End Starter Potential
OVR RK
PLAYSTYLE & SCHEME FIT
Paul Jr. is an athletic, high-energy linebacker with sideline-to-sideline range, aggressive run fits, and coverage upside, making him a three-down linebacker candidate. His instincts, tackling efficiency, and burst as a blitzer allow him to impact all phases of the game. While he lacks ideal size and struggles disengaging from blocks in tight spaces, his fluidity in coverage and closing speed in pursuit make him an ideal fit in a 4-3 WILL role or a 3-4 ILB spot where he is protected by strong interior defensive linemen.
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 Athlete
High Motor & Instincts
Great Coverage Upside
KEY WEAKNESSES
Undersized
Overaggressive in Pursuit
Limited Positional Versatility
PLAYER COMPARISONS
Patrick Queen
David Long Jr.
Dre Greenlaw