Kobe King
New York JetsOur College Grade
How good he was in college at what his position is supposed to do, out of 100. Scored against everyone else at his position, adjusted for the level he played at. This is not his NFL grade.
College Production
Penn State · Big Ten
| Season | Tkl | TFL | Sacks | Hur | PD | Pos Rk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 39 | 4 | 0.0 | 1 | 3 | 345 |
| 2023 | 59 | 6 | 1.5 | 1 | 0 | 180 |
| 2024 | 87 | 8 | 3.0 | 1 | 1 | 100 |
The seasons in our college data. It does not always reach back to a player's first year.
Scouting Report
Penn State · 2025 draft class
King is an instinctive linebacker with excellent play recognition and downhill attacking ability. He diagnoses plays quickly and takes direct angles to the ball carrier, filling gaps with authority. His tackling technique is fundamentally sound, breaking down in space and delivering powerful hits. King displays good block shedding ability, using his hands effectively to disengage and find the ball. In coverage, he shows awareness in zone drops and the ability to match short routes. His blitz timing is excellent, finding gaps in the offensive line and creating interior pressure. King's leadership and communication skills help coordinate the defensive front.
Strengths
- Play recognition
- instincts
- downhill attacking
- tackling technique
- block shedding
- blitz timing
- leadership
- gap filling ability
Concerns
- Coverage range can be limited
- change of direction needs improvement
- sometimes overpursues angles
- man coverage against athletic tight ends needs development
- lateral range is good not great