The Arizona Cardinals, despite adding many veterans to contribute on defense for defensive coordinator Vance Joseph, they drafted at least two defensive players they expect to contribute as a rookie.
One is defensive lineman Zach Allen, their third-round pick this year.
Joseph gave a brief scouting report of Allen in a radio interview on Arizona Sports 98.7 FM.
First of all, he called Allen “a good pro” who should have been drafted higher than he was.
After all, the team had a first-round grade on him.
“(He has) great height, great explosiveness and he plays hard,” Joseph continued. “He’s got a knack for pass rushing on guards, winning on guards and knocking down balls.”
He even said he has a little bit of J.J. Watt in him because of his knack for knocking down passes.
“Person-wise, he’s competitive, he’s so smart. He’s going to be successful.”
He should have a role on defense this season with a defensive line with little proven depth. His success will go a long way for the defense now and in the years to come.
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