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Detroit Lions NFC North
 
D.J. Reader • NT
Status:On roster
Ht/Wt:6'3", 347 lbs.
Born:Jul 1, 1994 (29 yrs) in Greensboro, NC
Hometown:Greensboro, NC
College:Clemson
Experience:8 years
Drafted:Drafted by Houston in 2016 (5/166).
Acquired:Acquired as a free agent in 2024.
2023 Season Stats
G GS Solo Ast Sck SckYds Int IntYds IntTD FR TD
2023 14 14 20 15 1 9 0 0 0 1 0
On Pace 14 14 20 15 1 9 0 0 0 1 0
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Scouting Report
A key component of the interior run defense, he occupies space in the trenches and seals the inside lanes with the best in the business. Is built for the position with prototypical size and enough mobility to chase plays to the sidelines. Is capable of collapsing the pocket and bringing pressure versus the pass. Flexible, he can line up on the end in different schemes to leverage his range and athleticism. Plays the majority of his snaps on rushing downs, so he is not a source of sacks.
Long Range Potential: Quality interior defensive lineman.
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