Monty Rice - Inside Linebacker Georgia Bulldogs Scouting Report
Scouting report for NFL Draft prospect Monty Rice
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Manning the middle of a talented Georgia defense, Rice is the type of run-and-chase linebacker who is in high demand in the modern NFL. Rice is a super explosive player who does some masterful work in pursuit, quickly closing the gap with absurd closing burst. Working to the perimeter, opposing ball-carriers have some serious issues getting around the corner. In pass coverage, Rice has very nice instincts and understanding of zone spacing with ability to close quickly. Whether in zone or pass coverage, Rice does an outstanding job maintaining solid position and making plays at the catch point. There is a clear role for him at the next level on obvious passing downs and in sub-packages. Rice is not your traditional early down run stopper who does some admirable work at the point of attack. He is a lightly built linebacker who lacks length to consist