Browns GM John Dorsey and his scouting staff are turning over every rock in search of talent. One of the latest quests features Florida Tech linebacker/safety J.T. Hassell, who is in Cleveland on Friday for a visit with the Browns.
Hassell is a 5-11, 200-pound dynamo at the D-II level for the Panthers. He’s a transfer from South Dakota State, where he started as a freshman. Hassell really found his home at Florida Tech, leading his conference in solo tackles and forced fumbles as a senior.
His size is an issue. His athletic ability is not, however. Hassell’s pro day numbers are fantastic, including a 4.38 40-yard dash, a 42-inch vertical and a 6.84 in the 3-cone drill. He also stood out at the Tropical Bowl in January.
Those workout numbers are great for a safety and off the charts for a linebacker. Hassell would project in the Derrick Kindred role with an emphasis on special teams, likely as an undrafted free agent.
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