Nathan
Shepherd.
Nathan
Shepherd.
Fort Hays State· 6'5"· 315 lb· 5.09s 40
Schematically, Shepherd is best suited for a gap-control 3-4 defense or a two-gapping 4-3 scheme that prioritizes stout run defense.
Could compete for rotational defensive end snaps in a 3-4 front as a rookie, with a ceiling to develop into a starting two-gap defensive end or nose tackle.
A penetrating one-gap 4-3 defense that asks interior linemen to consistently shoot gaps and generate pass rush.
His size and strength are optimized for schemes that prioritize occupying blockers and anchoring against the run, rather than speed and quickness.
Selected #72 overall in Round 3 of the 2018 NFL Draft by New York Jets out of Fort Hays State.
Relative Athletic Score (Kent Lee Platte) benchmarks combine/pro-day numbers against every measured prospect at the position since 1987. 10.00 is elite; 5.00 is average.
— — — positional median (p50)
- 40 yd
- 5.09sp50
- Vertical
- 31inp50
- Broad jump
- 112inp50
- Three-cone
- 7.50sp50
- Shuttle
- 4.53sp50
- Bench
- —rep
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Nathan Shepherd has played defensive tackle for the New York Jets and New Orleans Saints, primarily as a rotational player. He has been a consistent presence on the defensive line, contributing as a run defender.
Data note: No verified college season lines are available for this player from our statistical sources.