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Draft Dilemma: Arvell Reese vs. David Bailey
Draft Scouting Report
Pro Comparison: Vic Beasley
Summary
Bailey was already quietly one of the best pass rushers in college football back in 2024, but it came in a limited role for a noncompetitive Stanford team. Transferring to Texas Tech sent his stock soaring as he became an every-down player and maintained his highly efficient work rushing the passer. Bailey finished with 14.5 sacks as he ran roughshod over just about every tackle in his way. He’s still a work in progress vs. the run, but his final tape against Oregon was easily his best in that regard.
About
- 2025: Unanimous All-American
- 2025: Second in FBS in pressures (81) behind Rueben Bain Jr. (83), despite playing two fewer games
Strengths
- Elite burst off the ball; stresses tackles from the snap.
- Twitchy agility to knife inside tackles untouched.
- Great feel for avoiding contact with ghost moves.
Weaknesses
- Wasn’t trusted on run downs at Stanford and still will give up ground.
- Spammed a limited move set that took advantage of less athletic tackles.
- Counters and ability to win late in reps were lacking.
Combine Data
- 40-yard dash: 4.50 seconds
- Vertical jump: 35 inches
- Broad jump: 10 feet, 9 inches
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Player Bio
| HT/WT: 6-4, 250 lbs |
| Birthplace: Irvine, CA |
| Class: Senior |