Lions' LB James Houston is doing things no one else can do: Film Breakdown
Here, we look at a freakishly athletic pass rusher, with incredible quickness and bend, that is currently sitting in a league of his own.
In this film breakdown, we take a look at Detroit Lions rookie LB James Houston. Houston was drafted in the 6th round last season out of Jackson State, and finished the season with 8.0 sacks
Despite a somewhat limited snap count this season, he is top-5 in pressure rate and pass rush win rate, while leading the NFL in sack percentage. He is freakishly athletic, has incredible quickness and bend in his pass rush, and is making pass rush moves that put him in a league of his own.
Detroit Lions LB James Houston Film Breakdown
After being drafted in the 6th round at #217 overall, Houston quickly lit up the scene and flashed incredible potential on the edge. The Jackson State product finished a strong rookie season with 8.0 sacks, 11 QB hits, 1 forced fumble, and 1 fumble recovery in just 7 games. At that pace, Houston would've led the NFL with 19+ sacks, had he played all 17 games.
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