Scouting Ahmad Moten Sr. Strengths vs Weaknesses | NFL Draft Podcast

Miami Hurricanes’ defensive line dominated last season, powered by Ahmad Moten Sr.’s explosive first step and relentless motor. Can Moten’s disruptive gap-shooting skills and violent hands turn him into the next NFL Draft steal? Damian Parson and Keith Sanchez break down Moten’s impact alongside standouts like Rueben Bain Jr. and Akheem Mesidor, exploring what made Miami’s front one of the country’s best. The analysis zeroes in on Moten’s functional strength, pad level mastery, and attacking mentality—while also questioning his arm length, size profile, and potential scheme limitations at the pro level. Will Moten overcome concerns about his fit in double-team-heavy NFL schemes? Comparisons to Geno Atkins, Grady Jarrett, and Kobe Turner set the stage for a draft conversation that could see Moten sneak into the first round. Don’t miss this deep dive into a rising defensive force shaking up draft boards. Timestamps:  0:00 Intro & Show Overview 0:45 Ahmad Moten Sr. Quick Profile 1:34 Miami D-Line Strengths 3:38 Moten's First Step & Disruption 5:46 Motor, Pad Level & Style 7:01 Hand Usage & Run Defense 9:41 NFL Coaches’ Perspective 11:08 Overaggression & Missed Plays 13:03 Arm Length & Scheme Fit 16:22 Run Game Fit & Double Teams 18:49 Size, Projection & Expectations 22:06 Draft Grade Explanation 24:45 NFL Comparisons & Player Comps 28:12 NFL Growth Areas & Ceiling 30:06 Episode Wrap-Up & Thanks Photo credit: Jerome Miron, Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images   Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM to play Daily Dingers and make your free pick on who’s hitting a homer this MLB season.   Square Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/lockedonnfl! #squarepod   Betterhelp This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at http://BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDON.   Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase.   Ultra Pouches Don’t sleep on Ultra Pouches. New customers get 15% Off with code LOCKEDONNFL at https://takeultra.com! #UltraPouches #ad   Warby Parker Our listeners can buy one pair of glasses and get 20% off any additional pairs at https://WarbyParker.com/LOCKEDONNFL — and using our link helps support the show. #WarbyParker #ad   Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon.   FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.