Eddie Goldman has decided to become the 70th underclassman to declare for the 2015 NFL Draft, after anchoring the Florida State defense to the Rose Bowl. Goldman started all 14 games this season, and recorded 8 tackles for a loss, four sacks, and a forced fumble. Goldman was also named to the AP’s All American Second Team and the Sports Illustrated First Team for his role on the Seminoles defensive line.
At 6-4, 314 pounds, Goldman has plenty of size to succeed inside at the NFL level and fits in as a three-technique tackle. His athleticism is impressive and Goldman understands leverage, firing quickly off the snap and coming off the ball low to make himself a difficult assignment for any guard.
By: Scott Anderson
A disruptive presence in the opponents’ backfield, Goldman is extremely good at shooting gaps on the inside and shows enough lateral pursuit speed to chase down running backs and prevent them from reaching the edge to avoid him. His combination of strength, quickness and ability to impact the game on running and passing downs will make him an alluring prospects for 4-3 teams in need of an interior presence on their defensive line. He’s a definite first-round talent.
Goldman joins a defensive tackle class that is led by USC’s Leonard Williams at the top, but with a good showing at the combine Goldman should solidify himself as the #2 defensive tackle and a top 20 draft pick. He joins teammates Mario Edwards (DE), Jameis Winston (QB), PJ Williams (CB), and Ronald Darby (CB) as Seminoles forgoing their remaining eligibility to enter the draft.
Notes from Chris Tripodi
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