Keldric Faulk: NFL Draft Prospect with Pro Bowl Potential

0:00On April 17th, Auburn Edge Defender, Keldrick Falk, stands out as one of the top prospects for the 2026 NFL Draft. This 20-year-old beast measures just under 6 foot 6 and 276 pounds, with massive 34-3-8-inch arms. He's got elite athletic traits and a throwback build, but his stats last season were modest. 29 tackles, 5 tackles for loss, and just 2. Sacks. Digging into his game, Falk shines and run defense and versatility. Auburn moved him all over the line, from wide 9 technique to nose tackle, and he held up strong against blockers with power and quick hands. His bull rush packs a punch, and he flashes moves like rips and swipes, plus he knocked down 4 passes. Scouts are buzzing about his upside, especially at such a young age, he won't turn 21 until September 9th. Most see him as a lock for the first round, though probably not top 10. For teens like the New York Giants, he could pair fresh skills with Cave Antivito, especially if they trade back for value.

1:04That said, Falk's Raw in spots. He struggles with leverage, keeping his pads low, and consistent hand use to shed blocks. His first step lacks explosion, building speed more gradually, which caps his pass rush right now. Overall, he's a developmental edge or interior guy who fits multiple schemes. Maybe best as a hand in the dirt end or tackle. With the right coaching, this kid could evolve into a pro bowl force. Just needs that perfect landing spot to unlock at all. Stay locked in with Auburn Tigers, football news today, AI-powered updates.