Oluwafemi Oladejo has an NFL strength, a weakness, and a question mark
UCLA's Oluwafemi Oladejo is beginning to carve out a path to the NFL with the Tennessee Titans. Rookie minicamps are starting for various NFL teams. Preseason camp is a little more than two months away. Preseason football is three months away. It will be here before you know it. As Oladejo tries to crack the Tennessee starting lineup, his strengths and his challenges are clear, as Titans Wire notes:
"Oladejo may be raw as an edge rusher but has the size and speed teams look for at the position and flashed both burst and power to turn the corner. He is also physical at the point of attack and should hold up well against the run. Although he is experienced as a linebacker, his coverage recognition skill needs work, especially in man coverage. Oladejo could also continue to add to his repertoire as a pass rusher to give him a full arsenal.
"Because of his athletic profile, positional versatility, and football IQ, Oladejo should be able to come in and compete on special teams on Day 1 while he continues to work with the coaching staff to refine his skills on the edge. Plus, his experience gives him a chance to carve out an early role in sub-packages."
There you have it. It's a clear scouting report from Titans Wire. Oladejo is viewed as a player who is far better in run support than in pass coverage. His pass rush is the work-in-progress component of his skill set, the element which -- if improved -- might enable him to rise on the depth chart and play more live snaps in the NFL.Chipotle|SponsoredDolphins quarterback Tagovailoa hopes buyer will snap up South Florida house for $3 millionHomes.com|SponsoredEffortless Grill Cleaning with SteamSteam cleaning revolutionizes your BBQ. Effortlessly remove gunk with no chemicals. See the difference.TopGadgetlife|SponsoredShop NowSudoku That Feels Like Pen & PaperSudoku offers an easy way for Keep your mind sharp. no ads, free to try, Download and enjoy!Classic Soduku|SponsoredDownloadShoe CEO Drops Business Sneakers Taking The NFL By Storm Finally, A Comfortable Shoe Thats Fit For The Office. With Comfort, Luxury, & Versatility Engineered Into Every Step, Wolf & Shepherd Shoes Are Specifically Designed For Those Who Want To Lead The Pack.Wolf & Shepherd|SponsoredShop NowSeniors Say This $97 Hearing Aid Changed Their LifeThese hearing aids are 92% cheaper than other brands! Don't get ripped off - learn more now! Get the best hearing aids for less than $100Prime Sound|SponsoredLearn MoreAmazon Is Losing Money as Arizona Shoppers Are Canceling Prime for This Clever HackThis simple trick can save tons of money on Amazon, but most Prime members are ignoring it.Online Shopping Tools|SponsoredMD: Building Muscle After 60 Comes Down To This 1 ThingApex Labs|SponsoredWhere is Titans' Cam Ward in new CBS Sports' QB rankings?Titans WireTennessee Titans add 16 undrafted rookie free agentsTitans WireThe Business Sneaker Loved by CEOs and NFL StarsPremium full-grain leather and marathon running shoe technology providing first class comfort all day long. Loved and worn by NFL athletes and coaches. Shoes much more comfortable than traditional dress shoes.Wolf & Shepherd|SponsoredShop NowSide Sleepers Get Neck Pain - Few Know This Pillow TrickSleep Digest Publication|SponsoredArizona Seniors With an Old Tub Should do This (It's Genius)Seniors With Old And Not Practical Bath Tubs Are Getting A Treat This MonthSmart Lifestyle Trends|SponsoredLearn MoreMOST POPULARTitans 2025 NFL schedule release live updates: Leaks, time, opponentsTitans WireMOST POPULARTennessee Titans continue to shuffle roster, make multiple transactionsTitans WireExperience Spring in Oregon with Waterfalls and WildflowersSpring trails, rushing rivers, and blooming valleys—see it all with a guide.Travel Oregon|SponsoredLearn More Unmute
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