Akiem
Hicks.
Akiem
Hicks.
Regina
The New Orleans Saints typically ran a 4-3 defense with an emphasis on creating pressure and stopping the run.
As Hicks's strength and power develop he can become a starting 3-tech defensive tackle who can also rotate to other interior spots.
A purely read-and-react two-gap 3-4 scheme where his burst and pass-rushing upside would be underutilized.
Hicks's raw power and disruptive potential make him a valuable asset for a defense that prioritizes interior pressure and run stuffing.
Selected #89 overall in Round 3 of the 2012 NFL Draft by New Orleans Saints out of Regina.
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Akiem Hicks has played defensive end/tackle for the Saints, Patriots, Bears, and Buccaneers. He developed into a dominant interior defensive lineman, earning a Pro Bowl selection with the Chicago Bears.
Data note: No verified college season lines are available for this player from our statistical sources.