Louisville's Breakout Edge Rusher? | Tyler Thompson Film Breakdown
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Tyler Thompson had 7 sacks in 2025 as a rotational pass rush specialist at UNCC. Just imagine what he does with a full-time role alongside Clev Luben and AJ Green at Louisville. In this video, I break down exactly what makes the 6'5", 245 lb edge rusher such an exciting prospect: the short-area quickness to threaten an offensive tackle's inside and outside shoulder and put them in a no-win situation, the closing speed that turns pass rush losses into quarterback sacks, and the violent initial engagement that lets him punch way above his weight class against offensive linemen 60 lbs heavier. He's also a legitimate run defender — moves like an off-ball linebacker, sets the edge, and has the acceleration to chase down running backs from the backside. You don't usually get that from a guy who also has a full pass rush toolbox. Best way I can descr ...