R.J. Washington (Athlon Consensus #10)
R.J. Washington
DE
Hometown: Keller, TX
High School: Fossil Ridge HS
Height: 6'3"
Weight: 240
Teams of Interest

The Skinny
Washington has been committed to Oklahoma since November 2006
The Analysis
Washington, who many consider the top player in the state of Texas, offers a wonderful blend of size and speed from the defensive end position. He consistently shows the ability to get to the edge and, subsequently, the quarterback. Washington may be the best edge pass rusher in the nation. In addition, he might also have the quickest first step off the line of scrimmage. He has great explosion and burst off the ball.
What makes Washington special is the complete nature of his game. He is not just a speed rusher. He has the power and strength to dominate blockers at times. He will hold his point of attack well and with some added weight and bulk could be an absolute machine at the defensive end position.
Washington is simply a great athlete. He has the speed to pursue backside rollouts, the burst to get up field and around a bigger offensive tackle, and the brute force to hold his ground against powerful run blockers.
Who's Got It Right: Rivals
What makes Washington special is the complete nature of his game. He is not just a speed rusher. He has the power and strength to dominate blockers at times. He will hold his point of attack well and with some added weight and bulk could be an absolute machine at the defensive end position.
Washington is simply a great athlete. He has the speed to pursue backside rollouts, the burst to get up field and around a bigger offensive tackle, and the brute force to hold his ground against powerful run blockers.
Who's Got It Right: Rivals
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