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Eddrick Houston

EddrickHouston

Buford, GABuford
Jersey
#96
Pos
DL
HT / WT
6-3.5 / 270
Class
SO
Rivals
6
NATL
#18
POS
#3
ST
#3
On3
96
NATL
#53
POS
#8
ST
#7
ESPN
86
NATL
#35
POS
#8
ST
#5
247
97
NATL
#33
POS
#7
ST
#4
The Journey
Class of 2024
Ohio State Buckeyes
ENROLLED
Buford Wolves
Buford Wolves
2021 – 2023
HIGH SCHOOL

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Reminds Us Of

Marlon Davidson
Marlon Davidson
DL / 6-3 / 282
AuburnAuburn · HS Class of 2016
Atlanta2020 Draft · Rnd 2 · Pick 47

Eddrick Houston is a highly physical, powerful run defender who could pay multiple spots on the defensive front similar to Marlon Davidson at the same stage.

Team Predictions

Industry Consensus · RPM Picks
Team
Prediction
Recruited By
Distance
Class Rank
Draft Pos (5yr)
Draft Total (5yr)
Ohio State
ENROLLED8/22/2023
51.0%
417 mi
4
4
41
Clemson
OFFERED
1.9%
79 mi
14
3
26
Tennessee
OFFERED
N/A
127 mi
13
2
14
Ohio State
Ohio StateENROLLED
Jim Knowles
51.0%
Alabama
AlabamaOFFERED
Travaris Robinson
41.4%
Georgia
GeorgiaOFFERED
Chidera Uzo-Diribe
2.5%
Clemson
ClemsonOFFERED
Lemanski Hall
1.9%
Tennessee
TennesseeOFFERED
Mike Ekeler
N/A

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Eddrick Houston Scouting Summary
Cody Bellaire
08/30/23

Powerful, versatile defensive lineman who imposes his will on opposing offensive linemen. Measured in at a shade under 6-foot-4, 275 pounds prior to his senior season. Added significant mass during his junior season. Has a naturally large frame with plus length for the position with arms that measure 34 inches. Primarily lines up as a defensive end in a 3-man front for Georgia power Buford High, where he faces strong competition.. A physical, high effort player who is active as a run defender. Capable of setting the edge. Shows the motor and athleticism to make high level plays in pursuit. Primarily a straight line pass rusher at this point. Looks to overpower offensive linemen with his bull rush. Has the length and speed to power to walk offensive linemen back to the quarterback. More of a linear athlete at this time. Will need to improve his bend flexibility if he’s to stick on the edge long-term. Could grow into a defensive tackle or play as a 4i in a 3-man front. Also has a wrestling background and runs track. Has a wrestling background and also runs track.

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Measurements & Testing

Eddrick HoustonBuford
Top 300 DL AvgAvg. Last 3 Years
NFL Combine DraftedAvg. Last 3 Years
Weight
270
276
300
97.8%90.0%
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Personal Life

Buford (Georgia) High School coach Bryant Appling isn’t afraid to heap praise on Eddrick Houston, a two-way star at defensive line and tight end. “Do you know that saying where hard work beats talent when the talent doesn’t work hard?” Appling said. “I’ve got a different one with Eddrick. He’s the hardest-working kid but then has all the talent in the world. How do you beat that? Eddrick is a force on both sides of the ball that is growing into a very special football player. His strength and athleticism have helped him become a great pass rusher and run defender. Eddrick is also a great tight end that can open up holes for our running game as well as be a threat in the passing game.” Houston is a three-sport star at Buford. Along with a state title in wrestling under his belt, he also throws and anchors the 4x400 for the Buford track team. “He works his behind off every day in that weight room,” teammate Justice Haynes said. “On the field. Off the field. He just wants to be the best person he can be in every aspect of his life.”

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