Phillip Webb DL/EDGE Jackson State | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Phillip Webb DL/EDGE Jackson State
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| SUB-POSITION: EDGE RUSHER | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Updated: 10/30/2024 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2025 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.72 seconds (87%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| SUB-POSITION: EDGE RUSHER | |
| Last Updated: 10/30/2024 | |
| Draft Year: 2025 | |
| 40 time: 4.72 seconds (87%*) | |
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| Overall Rating: | 79.3 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Offense player has faced | ||
| Offense Rating: |
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60% |
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| Tackling: |
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62% |
| Pass Rush: |
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83% |
| Run Defense: |
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83% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
UDFA
Overall Rank:
#285
Position rank:
#53
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| College Games: 24 College Snaps: 729 | ||
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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| Isaiah McGuire - Missouri |
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85% |
| Dylan Horton - TCU |
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82% |
| Viliami Fehoko - San José State |
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81% |
Draft Profile: Bio
Former LSU transfer Phillip Webb transitioned from Sugar Hill, Georgia to the SWAC after a brief stint in Baton Rouge. The Lanier High School product earned consensus four-star ratings from major recruiting services and ranked as high as No. 25 in the ESPN 300. Webb's senior year showcased his disruptive ability with 91 tackles, 13 sacks, and 24 tackles for loss, capping a three-year high school career that included 216 tackles and 26.5 sacks.At LSU, Webb's impact was limited to three appearances in 2021 after redshirting in 2020. His transfer to Jackson State proved transformative, where he featured in 11 games during the 2023 campaign. Webb recorded 22 tackles, 14 solo stops, six tackles for loss, and three sacks, demonstrating consistent improvement throughout the season.
Webb's athletic background includes selection to the Under Armour All-America Game, where he showcased the skills that made him the nation's No. 6 outside linebacker prospect by 247Sports.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Exceptional burst off the edge with elite first-step quickness, consistently beating offensive tackles to their set points and disrupting backfield timing
- Natural bend and flexibility allows him to maintain speed while turning tight corners, displaying advanced ability to flatten to the quarterback
- Strong hands at the point of attack, demonstrates ability to stack and shed blockers while maintaining gap discipline
- Explosive closing speed in pursuit, covering significant ground with long strides and efficient movement patterns
- Advanced pass-rush repertoire including effective cross-chop and inside counter moves that keep blockers off balance
- Disciplined edge setter in run defense, consistently maintains outside leverage while working down the line of scrimmage
- High football IQ evident in recognition of screen plays and ability to quickly diagnose run vs pass
- Versatile defender capable of playing multiple techniques, showing effectiveness both standing up and with hand in dirt
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Frame needs additional bulk and functional strength to consistently hold up against NFL-caliber offensive tackles in run game
- Can get caught playing too high in run defense, allowing offensive linemen to get into his chest and drive him off the ball
- Still developing counter moves when initial pass rush is stalled, needs to expand arsenal of secondary rush techniques
- Limited experience against top-tier competition after transfer from LSU to Jackson State raises questions about learning curve
- Tendency to rely too heavily on athletic ability rather than technique when engaged with blockers in extended battles
Scouting Report: Summary
Webb's physical tools and production at multiple levels of competition point toward a role as a situational pass rusher early in his NFL career. His combination of length, burst, and bend gives him immediate value in sub-packages while he develops the strength needed for every-down duties.His skill set translates best to a 3-4 defense where he can utilize his athleticism from a two-point stance, though he's shown enough versatility to adapt to multiple fronts. Development of his power moves and counter rush arsenal will determine his ceiling as an NFL edge defender.
The athletic traits and pass-rush foundation are in place for Webb to become a productive NFL player, particularly in passing situations where his explosiveness and bend can be maximized. His trajectory suggests a developmental prospect with starter upside if strength and technical refinements continue.
How other scouting services rate Phillip Webb (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
285.0
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
65.0
*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.