How Nick Bolton became an explosive play KILLER: Kansas City Chiefs
In this film breakdown, we analyze Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Nick Bolton and how he has become a leader in the Chiefs defense.
Bolton has emerged as one of the best young linebackers in the NFL, and through Week 10, he is PFF's #2 tackling linebacker. Here, we take a look at why he's so effective and versatile, and why he is the Chiefs ultimate defensive weapon.
Responsible for some of the most impactful plays of their season, the Missouri product has become a key to the success of the Chiefs defense. Bolton can be seen covering huge portions of the field, making plays that ordinary LB's are not.
Chiefs LB Nick Bolton Film Breakdown
Strengths:
- Physicality: Bolton is known for his physicality and toughness on the field. He is not afraid to initiate contact and is a strong tackler.
- Instincts: Bolton has a good feel for the game and is able to read and react quickly to the play. He has a strong football IQ and is able to diagnose plays and make quick decisions.
- Range: Despite not being the biggest linebacker, Bolton has shown good range in coverage and is able to cover a lot of ground quickly. He is also a good blitzer and can disrupt the quarterback.
- Leadership: Bolton was a team captain at Missouri and is known for his leadership both on and off the field.
Weaknesses:
- Size: Bolton is not the biggest linebacker, which could be a concern at the next level where he will face bigger and more physical offensive linemen.
- Coverage: While Bolton has shown good range in coverage, there are some concerns about his ability to cover faster and more elusive running backs and tight ends.
- Block shedding: Bolton can struggle at times to disengage from blockers and can get caught up in traffic. He will need to improve his technique in this area at the next level.
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