Texas Tech edge rusher Tyree Wilson has been one of the better players in college football this season, as we look ahead to the 2023 NFL Draft. A three-star recruit out of West Rusk High School in Texas, has been one of the nation's best pass-rushers over the past two seasons. During that stretch, he recorded 27.5 tackles for loss and 14.0 sacks -- and that's despite missing three games this past season because of a season-ending foot injury.
Below is a comprehensive draft profile for Wilson, including his scouting report, prospect ranking, pro comparison, combine results, college and high school accolades and overall NFL outlook.
Note: This profile will be updated as more information becomes available.
BackgroundAge: 22 Year: Senior Hometown: Henderson, Texas Interesting fact: Texas Tech's first first-team All-American since 2018
Position: No. 2 EDGE | Overall: No. 6 | Rating: 91.27 (All-Pro)
CBS Sports mock drafts
Ryan Wilson: Lions (No. 7 - trade down) Chris Trapasso: Seahawks (No. 5) Josh Edwards: Lions (No. 6)Pete Prisco: Bears (No. 9) Kyle Stackpole: Seahawks (No. 5)
Expected draft position (via Grinding the Mocks): 6 (EDGE2)
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NFL combine measurements/resultsHeight: 6-6 | Weight: 271 lbs | Arms: 33 5/8" | Hands: 9 5/8" | Wingspan: 86"
40-yard dash: N/A Broad jump: N/A Vertical jump: N/A Bench press: 23 reps*Wilson only benched at the combine since he was still recovering from foot surgery.
NFL comparison Scouting reportTyree Wilson is a length and strength edge-rusher with a tall, angular frame. His patented straight-arm is effective. He is smoother than he is dynamic, although he's not slow off the line. Chips don't faze him, and he battles through contact like it's nothing. He works hard against the run on a consistent basis. At times, he gets stuck to blocks, and while his hand work isn't super polished, he constantly works. Leverage isn't great because he's tall, but there's plenty of power to his game. Quality bend to his game, but it's a not a true specialty, and he has limited ability to dip. He has experience inside and was effective there. Overall, he's a long, high-motor, decently refined three-down EDGE with some suddenness limitations but big-time ability.
Strengths
Tall, sleek frame; seriously intimidating on the edge Super-long and utilizes his length to his advantage as a rusher Balance is good, chips don't knock him off his spot often Hard-worker against the run Motor hums all gameWeaknesses
Can get stuck to blocks without the ability to quickly counter Because he's so tall, his center of gravity is high, which leaves him susceptible to squattier blockers who can get under him and control him Dipping around the corner far from a forteCollege Accolades
Honors
2022: Led Big 12 in pressures (50) despite missing three games2022: Fifth-highest pressure rate (20%)
2022: First-team All-American (The Athletic, FWAA) 2022: Second team All-American (AP) 2022: First-team All-Big 12 (AP) 2021: Defensive MVP of the AutoZone Liberty Bowl 2021: All-Bowl Team (Associated Press) 2021: All-Big 12 honorable mention
Notable statistics
2022: Led Big 12 in pressures (50) despite missing three games2022: Fifth-highest pressure rate (20%) 2022: Led Big 12 in tackles for loss (14.5)
2022: Second in Big 12 in sacks (7.0) College stats
2022 (Texas Tech)
10
61
14.0 7.0 0 0 2021 (Texas Tech) 13 38 13.5 7.0 1 0 2020 (Texas Tech) 7 10 1.5 1.5 0 0 2019 (Texas A&M) 512 3.0 1.5
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High school: West Rusk (New London, Texas)
Class: 2018
Composite Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️ (0.8813)
