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Tom Zbikowski S 6’ 207 Notre Dame

By: Robert Davis

Zbikowski had a very good freshman season, in which he finished the year with 63 tackles and an interception. As a sophomore, he became one of college footballs biggest playmakers. Not only did he pick off five passes to go along with 71 tackles, but he returned two punts for touchdowns(two more on INT returns), earning All American honors in the process. Even though he earned AA honors last year, he took a step back. He had 79 tackles, but failed to pick off a pass for the first time in his career. As a senior, he finished with 80 tackles, 1.5 for loss, one sack, and two interceptions. Zbikowski has also spent time as a professional boxer off the gridiron.

Zbikowski is a talented safety prospect. He is a good athlete that flies around the football, doing whatever it takes to make the play. He is extremely aggressive in run support and is willing to take on lineman to get the job done. He is tough as nails and will never give up on a play. In coverage, Zbikowski has shown the athleticism, speed, and awareness to get down the field and make plays on the football. He is also a very good special teamer.

Consistency has been a big issue with Zbikowski. Talent and intensity is not the issue, he just doesn’t seem to make the plays in coverage that he should on a consistent basis. He is too aggressive at times, over running plays and taking himself out of the action.

Zbikowski has the ability to be a solid all around safety, but needs to play more disciplined on the field. He may be able to help on special teams as he has proven to be a playmaker with the ball in his hands.


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