Kenny Willekes, EDGE, Michigan State. Ranked #131 overall on the 2020 consensus board (Round 4 projection); Minnesota drafted him in Round 7, pick 225.
Player Production
Career USAGEHow often this player was on the field compared to others at the position. Listed as USG below
★ All‑Pro · † Pro Bowl
53ROLE PLAYER
| Yr | Team | W-L | SACK | TFL | QBH | SNP% | USG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| '21 | MIN | 8-9 | 3 | 2 | 7 | 42% | 53 |
| Rookie Contract | — | 3 | 2 | 7 | 42% | 53 | |
| Career | — | 3 | 2 | 7 | 42% | 53 | |
Size & Length
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Value
Range Profile
Avg/BelowGoodGreatClass Peers *All EDGE in the 2020 draft class.
Better
Context
Height
6'3 ½"
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Frame profile.
Weight
264 lbs
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Body mass profile.
Arm Length
31.25"
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Length profile.
Hand Size
9.5"
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Grip profile.
Athletic Profile
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Value
Range Profile
Avg/BelowGoodGreatClass Peers *All EDGE in the 2020 draft class.
Better
Context
Speed & Explosion
40 Yard Dash
4.87 sec.
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Speed over distance.
Vertical Jump
32.5"
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Explosiveness and leg strength.
Broad Jump
119"
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Explosiveness and leg strength.
Agility
10 Yard Split
1.69 sec.
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Initial burst.
3 Cone
7.39 sec.
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Agility and change of direction.
Short Shuttle
N/A
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Flexibility, burst, and balance.
Strength
Bench Press
32 reps
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Upper-body strength.
CHALKTALK
Projected as a Round 4 pick, Kenny Willekes fell to Round 7 on draft day — then went on to outperform 99% of EDGEs from the 2020 draft class.