Film Room: Exploring the unique talent of Arvell Reese

Weaknesses

• Dangerous with power/finesse up arc, but still unrefined!
• Still development to be had with counter moves / pass rushing repertoire
• Can work on his hands as a pass rusher
• Capable zone coverage player who lost track of receivers a few too many times
• Will he be pigeon holed as a hybrid player?

Reese is a lean, explosive, and versatile player with elite athletic ability. His movement skills + power are a rare combination with his body type; plus, he possesses a tone-setting jolt in his hands when he’s stacking & shedding offensive linemen. He exercises good patience when necessary and his short area quickness allows him to pounce like a venus fly trap on an unsuspecting victim.

Reese’s power on the edge pops off the screen, whether due to his ability to stand up offensive tackles when he is setting the edge or if it’s him generating quality force through the ground and into contact with his impressive bull-rushing ability. That power is coupled with a slippery finesse style that allows him to dip/slip/rip through the high-side and create havoc, while possessing the pass-rushing IQ to spin/cut-off rushing paths for the quarterback.

Similar to Abdul Carter, Reese can be effectively employed on the edge or at the second-level. I could make a strong case that he’d be better off as a linebacker than a full-time edge, which may entice the Giants more; sure, he can be used on the edge in passing situation, but his linebacker skills – albeit not totally refined due to a lack of experience – are sufficient, while still possessing a ton of upside, to be relied upon in early down situations. Reese can rush, spy, carry receivers, and is a smart second level option, while possessing the power and strength to play on the edge when necessary.

Reese is a unique talent. At just 20 years old, the sky is the limit for the young man.

Here is a brief video breaking down Reese’s tape: