Stone Handy LB/EDGE Charlotte | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Stone Handy LB/EDGE Charlotte
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| PLAY STYLE: EDGE OLB | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Updated: 11/08/2024 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2025 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.80 seconds (25%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| PLAY STYLE: EDGE OLB | |
| Last Updated: 11/08/2024 | |
| Draft Year: 2025 | |
| 40 time: 4.80 seconds (25%*) | |
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| Overall Rating: | 78.3 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Offense player has faced | ||
| Offense Rating: |
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75% |
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| Tackling: |
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72% |
| Pass Rush: |
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72% |
| Run Defense: |
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63% |
| Coverage: |
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60% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
UDFA
Overall Rank:
#314
Position rank:
#29
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| College Games: 43 College Snaps: 795 | ||
ESPN RATING: 84/100
College Combine Results
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247 RATING: 95/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.9 (97%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Durell Nchami - Maryland |
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82% |
| Andre Jones - Louisiana |
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76% |
| Brenton Cox Jr. - Florida |
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70% |
Draft Profile: Bio
A former consensus four-star prospect from Hattiesburg, Mississippi, Handy's collegiate journey took him from Auburn to Indiana before finding his footing at Charlotte. Initially ranked as the No. 100 player nationally by 247Sports, he earned Second Team All-State honors in Mississippi and participated in the Alabama-Mississippi All-Star Game. His high school career showcased his disruptive ability with 14 tackles for loss in his senior season.After seeing action in 14 games at Auburn across two seasons, recording 10 tackles and 3.0 TFL, Handy transferred to Indiana where he logged 19 tackles and one TFL in nine games before a season-ending injury. His final stop at Charlotte proved most productive, where he emerged as a defensive cornerstone in 2023, posting 29 tackles, 5.5 TFL, and 2.0 sacks in 10 games, including five starts.
His development track shows steady progression, particularly evident in his physical transformation from 220 pounds to 240 pounds during his time at Charlotte. Under defensive coordinator Ryan Osborn's guidance, he has expanded his game beyond pure pass rushing to become more complete in his approach to defensive responsibilities.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Plus-plus length and wingspan at 6'5" creates immediate leverage advantage in hand fighting and point-of-attack battles with offensive tackles
- Explosive first-step quickness off the edge translates to consistent backfield penetration and pocket collapse ability
- Position versatile edge defender comfortable playing both up and down, showing three-point and two-point stance proficiency
- Heavy hands at point of contact when engaged, consistently finishes tackles through contact when squared to target
- Motor runs hot through extended series, maintains rush intensity deep into fourth quarter without significant dropoff
- Frame carries mass well after adding 30 pounds since 2022, showing improved anchor against run blocks
- Stack-and-shed technician who uses length to create separation before disengaging to pursue
- Quick processor who identifies blocking schemes and adjusts rush plan mid-snap based on protection calls
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Lacks ideal bend and ankle flexion around the edge, forcing wider arc to quarterback than desired
- Anchor strength remains inconsistent when faced with double teams and down blocks in run game
- Limited change of direction skills impact effectiveness in space and zone coverage assignments
- Pass rush toolbox needs expansion beyond bull rush and long-arm moves to consistently win in NFL
- Medical history and durability concerns after previous season-ending injury at Indiana
Scouting Report: Summary
Raw tools and physical development indicate rotational edge defender upside in a defense emphasizing power rushing concepts. Length and play strength profile fit base 4-3 schemes where he can pin his ears back and attack upfield.Technical refinement in hand usage and rush setup will determine early impact potential. Current skill set suggests immediate special teams contributor while developing rush repertoire and run defense technique under NFL coaching.
Success at next level hinges on landing with patient coaching staff committed to building out counter moves and developing secondary rush skills. Scheme fit critical - needs clear role definition focusing on vertical penetration while technical skills expand.
How other scouting services rate Stone Handy (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
314.0
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
38.0
*Percentile Ranking in Player's Position Group (NFL Combine Historical Data): This percentile reflects how a player's specific statistics rank
in comparison to historical performances at the NFL Combine, specifically within their position group. A higher percentile indicates a better performance.
For instance, being in the 90th percentile for a particular stat means the player outperformed 90% of their peers in that category.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.