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Enagbare (pronounced ee-NAG-bar-ee) enrolled a semester early after helping Hapeville Charter Academy in Atlanta win a state title as the Class AA Defensive Player of the Year. Taking part in spring practices paid off in his freshman campaign, as he contributed in 12 games as a reserve (20 tackles, three for loss with one sack, two pass breakups, one blocked kick). Enagbare made only one start in 2019 but had a strong pass rush presence in 12 appearances (27 tackles, seven for loss with 3.5 sacks). SEC coaches recognized his 2020 performance, in which he had 30 tackles, seven for loss with a team-high six sacks, and tied for sixth in the FBS with three forced fumbles in eight starts, by naming him first-team all-conference. Enagbare missed the final two games due to a hip injury and had surgery after the season. He was left off the all-conference lists in 2021 but was still productive in 12 starts for the Gamecocks with 44 tackles, seven for loss with 4.5 sacks, and two pass breakups. Enagbare opted out of the team's bowl game to prepare for the NFL draft. Kingsley's nickname, "J.J.", comes from his love for the children's show, "Jay Jay the Jet Plane". -- by Chad Reuter
Analysis
By Lance Zierlein
NFL Analyst
Draft Projection
Rounds 4-5
Overview
Enagbare is long and strong but lacks explosiveness, which could create diverging opinions regarding his position and how best to play him. He's heavy-handed and physical but will never be confused for a playmaker on the edge. He's best suited as a cubicle defender where his power and length can benefit him in smaller spaces. He has played heavier in the past and teams might ask him to pack the pounds back on in order to compete as a run-defending interior lineman in an odd or even front.
Strengths
  • Above-average length and upper-body power.
  • Punches with good knockback pop.
  • Powerful slap to flip and clear blocker's edge at point of attack.
  • Uses his heavy hands to bully blockers.
  • Potential to develop into a five-technique with more weight.
  • Forceful demeanor fits the NFL game.
  • Thud tackler with stopping power.
Weaknesses
  • Tight hips with slow twitch.
  • Inconsistent punch-and-separate move.
  • Below-average range and short-area agility as tackler.
  • Predictable, face-up rusher.
  • Slow and linear in twist game.
  • Lacks functional explosiveness to the top of the rush.
  • Shoots upright when hitting inside move.

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Last edited by Chongo
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@D J posted:

There's a reason guys fall into the 5th round, they have the ability as Enagbare does, but need NFL coaching to unlock their potential.

If this guy is coachable and wants it he could turn into one of the top 10 steals of the 2022 draft.

Because that couldn't be said about every friggin' draft pick in the mid to late rounds.

I'm going back to county where people are reasonable.

@D J posted:

Love the hate on this guy. Unreasonable hate but I love it because it is so funny. Yeah, all the 5th round guys are starters and good except our guy.

Yeah, it's a real shame that no player beyond a 2nd or 3rd Rd pick has ever made an NFL team or been worth a shit. Is someone going to be merciful and let all of our picks know that they shouldn't even bother to show up for camp this year? Including Watson, Walker, and Doubs.

FFS...I'm not sure how we're even going to find enough players who are NFL, "worthy" to fill out our roster.

Last edited by Maxi54
@D J posted:

Love the hate on this guy. Unreasonable hate but I love it because it is so funny. Yeah, all the 5th round guys are starters and good except our guy.

Yeah, you calling a guy a 10 top steal has nothing to do with "unreasonable hate" for a player.  It's calling you a dope.

He's the last pick in the 5th with no legit place in the defense with his skill set.  He's not some freak athlete, he's try hard, which is great.

Last edited by Henry

Only 1st rounders that are drafted by other teams are good.

There's a balance between haters and homers.  You should find it.

Herschel or anyone else calling out specs on a guy is just draft shit.  Half the fun is owning bad takes (body lean anyone?).  The guy is the friggin' last pick of the 5th.  Will he be better than Kamal Martin?  I hope so but jerking off all over yourself about top 10 steal is just as fucking goofy as panning the guy.  He's an end of the draft pick.

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