Welcome to the Reddit home of the 6-time Super Bowl Champion New England Patriots…Here are the best and worst of the PFF grades from Thanksgiving night. Uche, who has been dogged. Despite an injury to Matthew Judon, Uche still appears to just be a depth play in New England. 8 in 2022, via PFF, but underwhelmed as a run blocker (48. Josh Uche had a grade similar to Chase Young, the former No. 1, 2023, in Arlington, Texas. The man can clearly rush the passer. 2023 regular season stats. FOXBORO — Josh Uche understands the game outside the game. No Blitz. New Orleans Saints. That seems to be a positive change, as Dugger is now. Edge Josh Uche, Michigan. Josh Uche has a higher ceiling and a much better matchup. 2RYW3NX New England Patriots linebacker Josh Uche (55) celebrates sacking Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott, not pictured, during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. A vast majority of those — 545 or 73. DOB 1996-05-21 ( 27. He also had the second-most big-time throws (34), behind only Josh Allen. Patriots' top 10 defensive players in Week 5, per PFF grades. Even acknowledging that, as I mentioned, Uche is a situational edge rusher and not a 3-down end yet - which PFF does - he's seen his snap count go up each year of his career, from 179 as a rookie to more than double, 373, last year. Josh Uche. The two-time captain has posted career lows in overall PFF grade (47. 7 pass-rushing grade from PFF over the past two seasons. Uche and fellow edge defender Matthew Judon both finished with three sacks in a win over the Indianapolis Colts. Overall, New England held the Eagles to under 4. “He. NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS. The Patriots are 2-6 going into their. 4 PFF grade, 71. Not only did he show off his skills throughout the week of practice and in Saturday’s game, he received some really high praise from Pro Football Focus. Meanwhile, Derrick Brown and George Karlaftis feel like safer options who are rostered in fewer leagues. 5 sacks last year. Josh Uche (89. The 23-year-old will now miss at least the next three games. Since Week 11, Aidan Hutchinson ranks 3rd in PFF grade among all edge defenders (89. Free Agent profile for ED Josh UcheJosh Uche's tape is loaded with him handling Patriots-style responsibilities. 5 sacks and playing a major role in New England’s pass-rushing attack. Jacksonville Jaguars. PFF's Player Props Tool leverages PFF's Fantasy Football Projections to reveal betting opportunities within player prop markets. 3 yards per pass, limiting. 3 AVDT, 93. On the other side of things, Josh Uche. Sylvanie-USA. 2) and total pressures (25). This time we’re going to be talking about Michigan edge rusher, Josh Uche. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. Houston had a strong pressure rate of 23. 739K subscribers in the Patriots community. Pro Football Focus gave Uche a 90. AFC Notes: De’Von Achane, Tyreek Hill, Zach Wilson, Bills, Dolphins, Jets. Draft Year 2020. 7 pass-rushing grade from PFF over the past two seasons. MIAMI — Patriots linebacker Josh Uche and offensive tackle Vederian Lowe on Saturday were downgraded to out for Sunday afternoon’s game against the Dolphins in Miami. The New England Patriots and edge rusher Josh Uche have had no contract discussions, per FOX Sports’ Henry McKenna. To hurry Allen without Pro Bowl pass rusher Matt Judon and likely Josh Uche (who. For now, the Seahawks should be considered one of the big winners coming out of the trade deadline. Edge Josh Uche. Yetur Gross-Matos, Penn State 9. 7). Uche deserved Pro Bowl consideration over some of the other names that made the list, as he's PFF's sixth-highest-graded edge rusher this season. New England Patriots EDGE Josh Uche barely played in 2021, but when he did, he made a big impact. He's totaled 12 sacks this season along with 30 hurries. The Patriots have downgraded Uche (foot) to out for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, Doug Kyed of the Boston Herald reports. The 25-year-old is coming off a season with a career high 11. So an average annual value of $11. Three players have gotten to at least seven sacks, but only one has hit the double-digit benchmark in this span. Opened all 13 games, posting an 80. Lawson has been buried on. At 6-2, the Jacksonville Jaguars are the clear frontrunners for the AFC South crown. He ranks 24th out of 120 edge defenders and first among 10 rookies in PFF’s pass. According to ESPN, Uche is a player to watch during Tuesday’s trade deadline as the fourth. The first-round draft pick even undercut Hill on one play and leaped high into the air to snag the first interception of his NFL career. That’s not promising for a back whose primary value comes on passing downs and not as a ball-carrier. 1) Many would likely expect a different Patriot edge defender in this spot, but when it comes to the overall defensive grades, Uche outperformed Matthew Judon — specifically as a pass rusher, albeit on a smaller sample size. The New England Patriots moved up to select former Michigan linebacker Josh Uche in the second round of the 2020 NFL draft. Uche's 26. Josh Uche, New England Patriots (83. OLB Josh Uche "Uche is an upcoming UFA who could cash in with a big year rushing. One down: LG Cole Strange. The post Josh Uche discussed being involved in trade rumors, possibility of a new contract with the Patriots. The article can be found in its entirety here, but one interesting takeaway was. That’s been vital to the coverage grade, with Matthew Judon, Josh Uche, Deatrich Wise and the Patriots front getting to the quarterback on a regular basis during the first nine games. Per Mike Garofalo of NFL Media, the New Orleans Saints and edge defender Carl Granderson have agreed to terms on a four-year contract extension. 88/yr + FREE Draft Kit. Besides piling up a career-high 11. The veteran running back had his first 100-yard game of the season — and he did it by halftime. 3 percent of his pass. Trevor Sikkema (PFF) Every team’s top three players entering the 2023 season. 7. He has earned a 70. Round 2. During the two-time All-Big Ten honoree's four years at Michigan, he. — PFF Draft (@PFF_College) January 22, 2020. However, he is not a three down player and seems to be a massive liability. Michigan Wolverines football's Josh Uche and Khaleke Hudson both had outstanding outings at the Senior Bowl last week. Jordy McElroy. Uche played just 179 snaps in his rookie year in New England yet generated 14 total pressures on 99 pass rushes. Patriots’ Blitzing Defense. Includes scoring, rushing, defensive and. 8% of his attempts, per PFF, for five touchdowns and zero interceptions. He’s currently PFF’s fourth-highest rated safety, with the best run defense grade and 10th-best coverage grade. Uche emerged as a pass-rushing star in 2022, posting 11. 5 tackles for loss. 2023 regular season stats. He also ranks second among Rams defenders — behind only Aaron Donald — in pass-rush grade (74. 5 sacks, two forced fumbles, one fumble recovery and even had two passes defensed. Uche has picked up right where Chase Winovich left off last year, with a 90. 9% pressure rate, according to PFF, while making 30. 5 sacks on just 373 defensive snaps, which had many IDP managers excited about what he could become on a larger workload, especially if he can start to earn more early-down snaps and increase his floor for production. In 2019, Uche generated pressure on 23. 5 million would be a fair contract for a. The Patriots are third in the league with 45 sacks, and Uche is responsible for 10 of those. 2 this year, a major step back from last year’s. Michigan’s Josh Uche has the highest pass-rushing win percentage in the draft class over the last two years (27. The offenses might be on the rise in 2021, but don't overlook the defenses in the AFC East and NFC East. Henderson (the No. 2022 PFF Grade: 73. Offensive Player of the Week: QB Josh Allen, Buffalo Bills. • Draft and trade for yourself: Try PFF's Mock Draft Simulator —. In a recent article by Pro Football Focus, Brad Spielberger suggested that the Raiders make a move for Jets EDGE Carl Lawson. Projected key free agents: OT Trent Brown, TE Hunter Henry, S Kyle Dugger, EDGE Josh Uche, OG Mike Onwenu The issues at quarterback are well-documented but a ready made solution is not available. That is to say, he did just about everything a linebacker can do. Although Uche is a situational pass-rusher, locking up a 25-year-old rusher is paramount, as EDGE is one of the hardest positions to draft and develop in the NFL. They ultimately weren’t able to come away with the victory, but they did hold quarterback Jalen Hurts and the explosive Eagles offense to 251 total yards in the 25-20 loss. By Nicole Yang. PFF's Ben Linsey ranks the NFL's defensive lines, which features the Los Angeles Rams at the top spot. 7 pass-rushing grade by PFF. 5 sacks shouldn’t be overlooked, but when it comes to every pass. • Minnesota's QB tandem is set to hit the open market: Kirk Cousins and Josh Dobbs are both pending free agents, leading the way at the quarterback position. Weight 240. 2 overall pick. 5% quarterback pressure rate ranked first. One up: LB Josh Uche. By Brad Spielberger. Butch Dill/Associated Press Inside an Airbnb along the waters of Miami Beach, Josh Uche is getting his hair trimmed by barber Steven Rivera. . Credit: Brian Fluharty-USA TODAY Sports. 0 pass-rush grade. Uche still isn’t great against the run,. Sep 24, 2023. Yes, he established himself as one of the most dangerous pass rushers in the league last year with 12. 7M) » VIEW ALL. Here are the full top 40 PFF grades at edge for the 2022 season. BALTIMORE RAVENS Josh Uche of the Patriots gives a kiss to the sky during training camp in Foxboro. Rotowire Oct 28, 2023. Gilberto Manzano (SI) 2020 NFL re-draft. Since week nine Josh Uche has an overall grade of 92. According to PFF, “Uche generated 56 quarterback pressures and notched 12 sacks on just 285 pass-rush reps in 2022, with his 19. 5M) view Myles Bryant ($8. — PFF NE Patriots (@PFF_Patriots) June 28, 2021. Name: Josh Uche. Key grade: 86. 4) 5. Josh Uche is coming off his rookie year that was filled with injuries and little playing time. A. The 2020 second-round pick emerged as a. 4) Height 6' 5". Starting in Week 5 when Uche began to consistently work into the rotation, he put up 10 sacks — the second most in the NFL — while missing two games down the stretch. He’s been. Judon’s 15. Draft Team Miami Dolphins. 5 sacks over the last two seasons, but could be available via trade this month: Uche has been remarkably efficient as a designated pass-rusher in New England. He led the Seahawks to the playoffs and graded out as a top-10 quarterback this season by PFF. School: Michigan. Weight 330. His success last season led to some accolades along the way, including an AFC Defensive Player of the Week award following the game against the Arizona Cardinals in Week 14. 6) 4. New England Patriots. College Michigan Wolverines. He has adequate size, measuring 6-foot and 190 pounds. 6-3 , 226lb (190cm, 102kg) Draft: 2nd round, 60th overall of the 2020 NFL draft by the New England Patriots. His teammate and Defensive Player of the Year. Von Miller, BUF: Miller (ACL) will start season on PUP. But even if they can’t re-sign him, he’d likely fetch a. How to say Josh Uche in English? Pronunciation of Josh Uche with 2 audio pronunciations, 20 sentences and more for Josh Uche. Kwity Paye. But it was always a bit of a struggle to work out exactly how best to deploy him, as it seemed like it might have been at Michigan. Rookie cornerback Christian Gonzalez did a tremendous job matched up on the outside against Hill, who had five receptions for 40 yards and a touchdown, after going off last week for 215 yards and two touchdowns. 2 overall pick. Not Nick Bosa, or even Micah Parsons, but rather Josh Uche of the New England Patriots. In 2019, Uche generated pressure on 23. 1. Hybrid player at his best rushing the passer but can also play off the line. JOSHUA UCHE HEIGHT/WEIGHT/AGE. Uche's 8. 5 sacks. PFF Grade: 81. Joshua Uche (born September 18, 1998) is an American football linebacker for the New England Patriots of the National Football League (NFL). If teams go by Senior Bowl and game tape, Uche is probably a second-rounder, a discount-level Zack Baun. — PFF (@PFF) November 9, 2022. He put together a 75. Stay up to date with NFL player news. He’s had 13 combined interceptions and pass breakups in the last two seasons, and earned an 84. Estimated Reading Time: 5 minsIt became the launching point for Uche’s football prowess, but he still felt overshadowed on a defense that included cornerbacks C. 3% 2) Josh Uche - 26. New England Patriots linebacker Josh Uche overpowers the Arizona Cardinals offensive tackle on his way to a third sack of Arizona Cardinals quarterback Colt McCoy. 7 pass-rushing grade by PFF. • Draft and trade for yourself: Try PFF's Mock Draft Simulator — trade picks and players and mock for your favorite NFL team. The Patriots jumped back into the second round to restock at linebacker, taking Michigan linebacker Josh Uche at No. Includes full stats per opponent, and home and away games. LB Josh Uche PFF defense grade: 83. 4% pressure rate is also his lowest since his rookie season (9. (45) and Josh Uche (34) each have at least 30 pressures coming off the edge. Although Uche is a situational pass-rusher, locking up a 25-year-old rusher is paramount, as EDGE is one of the hardest positions to draft and develop in the NFL. 9% pass-rush win rate over the span was good for third in the NFL among edge defenders, and his 23. Giants RT Tyre Phillips - Uche seems relieved that he's still a Patriot following the trade deadline while acknowledging that he can go up another level post-injury. 1%), per PFF, albeit Uche isn’t much of a contributor on early downs. According to PFF, “Uche generated 56 quarterback pressures and notched 12 sacks on just 285 pass-rush reps in 2022, with his 19. Uche ended his Wolverine career with 56 tackles (20. Pats traded out of. Myles Garrett - Browns: 92. 3% of his pass-rushes and won on 28. He was, most importantly, not a liability. Uche credits "some open, transparent dialogue with Bill" for helping him work through hearing his name. 1%). Terrell Lewis, Alabama 10. Expect New England to us Uche in a myriad of ways, maybe even giving him the chance to play man or zone coverage in the middle of the. 4) 5. View the profile of New England Patriots Linebacker Josh Uche on ESPN. PFF grade: 71. Sep 24, 2023. Hendrickson draws a matchup against the Cardinals’ 25th-ranked pass-blocking unit this week, but quarterback Josh Dobbs has maintained a strong 13. Bentley ranks 77th out of 82 qualified linebackers in PFF player grades. Complete career NFL stats for New England Patriots Linebacker Josh Uche on ESPN. The pass-rushing specialist received a 75. Sam Howell and the Commanders offense has experienced much trouble when opposing defenses come after Howell. 2% of those reps, which was second among. Josh Uche may have already played his final snap with the Patriots. Judon got the party started early. PFF’s Sam Monson wrote: “Finally given the chance to start all season at one position, Onwenu continued to excel on the Patriots’ offensive line. 3 million in total guarantees. What Josh Uche did in 2022 was what the New England Patriots drafted him to do in 2020. 5 sacks in 2022, by far the most of his career. One name to watch for in 2021 is 2020 rookie Josh Uche, who flourished as a situational pass-rusher late in the season. 5% quarterback pressure rate ranked first. 9% in a part. Jordy McElroy. While the previously mentioned situations are usually more favorable for edge defenders, as they suggest more obvious passing situations, rushing the passer without extra rushers presents fewer one-on-one. OLB Josh Uche "Uche is an upcoming UFA who could cash in with a big year rushing. 6 Preseason Week 1 Snaps: 5. 7% pressure rate placing second. Uche is another player who has come on strong as of late. From Week 8 — when Uche was awarded his first defensive snaps of the season — until the end of the year, his 77. Josh Uche hits a sled at a Senior Bowl practice in January. Haason Reddick (90. Get the latest news, live stats and game highlights. Relatively undersized at the edge spot, the 6-3, 240-pounder has drawn poor PFF grades for his run defense and would be in line for a role as a situational rusher on a new team. Draft Team Buffalo Bills. Neither Matt Judon or Josh Uche did enough to earn AFC Defensive Player of the Week. 5%). The duo of Uche (10. The 25-year-old is playing out the final year of his rookie. The latest football news, analysis, and rankings from PFF. Uche missed the last two games with a. Josh Uche had a grade similar to Chase Young, the former No. LB Josh Uche: DUD This was supposed to be Josh Uche’s coming-out party. Josh Uche’s time with the Patriots could be nearing an end. (SEA), Marcus Davenport (MIN) Other than quarterback, there’s not a more pressing need than a dominant edge defender for the Falcons. Micah Parsons (91. After two weeks, PFF has him as the third highest defensive player in Pass Rush Win Rate, behind only Myles Garret and Micah Parsons. For comparison, he ranks 11th in pass-rush grade (82. 6, 1st among edge defenders in that span. Uche said there is "mutual" interest in working out a deal to remain in New England. AFC Notes: Josh Allen, Josh Uche, Bills, Dolphins, Patriots. Named franchise player by Baltimore and signed hA Josh Uche trade won’t complete mitigate the loss of Marcus Davenport, but it will give the team a proven veteran pass rusher to pair with Carl Granderson and Cameron Jordan. Position: LB. Battle finished the game with a pretty decent overall PFF grade, a number that the Alabama product will only improve on as he gets more experience. Defenders Worth Adding. Josh Uche, Michigan Draft Board Rank: 66th. Falcons currently have $50 million in cap space, which could increase by $10 million if they release two players. Uche, 25, totaled 11. 0 pass-rush grade per PFF with two sacks, 17 total pressures, and 3 QB hits this season. Uche credits "some open, transparent dialogue with Bill" for helping him work through hearing his name involved in trade buzz. Coaches. The past two seasons in college Uche earned a 91. 5 million would be a fair contract for a. Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports LB Josh Uche. New England has had to rely on Josh Uche. Take. • It's a good year to need offensive line help: The interior positions, in particular, feature a surplus of talent. Games watched: Illinois, Notre Dame, Penn State, Alabama, Senior Bowl. Complete career NFL stats for New England Patriots Linebacker Josh Uche on ESPN. Player stats at NFL. Zack Baun and Josh Uche have shown the ability to rush the passer at a high level but are also athletic enough to play off-ball. Rashan Gary, GB: Coming off ACL injury in Week 9. (AP Photo/Brandon Wade) Uche had 13. 7 pass-rush grade in the country (91. Draft Year 2020. According to PFF, Uche has the highest pass rush win rate of any edge defender in college football over the past two seasons. Patriots linebacker Josh Uche reflects on his path to New England and his 2020 NFL Draft experience. 4% pressure-to-sack conversion rate that keeps Hendricks from moving too high up the rankings. New England's pass rush, headlined by Matt Judon and Josh Uche, is perhaps one of the most assured spots on the team after the former put up a career-best 15. two days after the Senior Bowl concluded, PFF tweeted out that Uche was the highest. Uche, a former second-round pick in 2020, had his best season as a Patriot last year. Pro Football. The Patriots listened, but are hanging on to young contract-year guys Josh Uche, Kyle Dugger and Mike Onwenu. Josh Uche NFL draft player profile, with bio, stats and videos. The former second-round draft pick out of Michigan emerged as a pass-rushing force for New England over the past couple years. ”. 2 overall pick. • Minnesota's QB tandem is set to hit the open. The thinking here is that New England will struggle to find common ground in a valuation for a part-time player, with Uche logging. 8 was good for 8th best in the league. College Alabama Crimson Tide. 3) 2. Josh Uche, New England Patriots. Aaron Jones and A. The 2020 second-round pick emerged as a legitimate pass-rushing weapon opposite Judon,. In 2023, Uche will earn a base salary of $1,344,909, while carrying a cap hit of $1,714,788 and a dead cap value of $369,879. LB Josh Uche PFF defense grade: 83. the Patriots’ defensive snaps this season and 773 of his 933 career defensive snaps have been on passing plays, per PFF. Get the latest news, live stats and game highlights. 1) Height 6' 3". Uche is another player who has come on strong as of late. New England Patriots linebacker Josh Uche had a breakout season in 2022, as he became a bona fide pass-rusher and paired with Matthew Judon to create one of the best duos in the NFL. Josh Uche had three sacks and a couple pressures in New England’s win, continuing his dominant stretch which has seen him record 10 sacks over the Patriots’ last six games. Uche was graded by PFF as having the No. But it was always a bit of a struggle to work out exactly how best to deploy him, as it seemed like it might have been at Michigan. Selection 60. However, it's his ability off the ball that makes him versatile and a perfect. Atlanta Falcons: WR Drake London, USC Preseason Week 1 Grade: 76. 75. 0. 5 for loss), 16. 2% pass-rush win rate ranking sixth among edge defenders and his 20. An injury at the Senior Bowl restricted him from working out at the combine, and without Pro Days, we don’t have updated data on Uche’s athletic profile. DL Rankings: 2023. Uche is a player with a lot of promise. Game Logs. 2% pass-rush win rate ranking sixth among edge defenders and his 20. 9 pass-rush grade and 19. 1 pass-rush grade and a 77. Judon, an every-down player, had 15. (258 pass-rush snaps) and Collins was third (174). Draft Year 2018. 3) 2. He was a no. To go with his sub-package sacks off the edges, the 6-foot-3, 245-pound Uche notched his 14th quarterback hurry of the fall. Grade: 64. 5 grade for his Senior Bowl showing, which was significantly higher. College Wyoming Cowboys. PFF ranked him as their highest-rated prospect at the Senior Bowl. Pro Football Focus lists top free agents at positions of need for Falcons, including quarterbacks Kirk Cousins and Ryan Tannehill, wide receivers Darnell Mooney, DJ Chark, and Mike Evans, and edge defenders Josh Allen, Brian. Uche played just 179 snaps in his rookie year in New England yet generated 14 total pressures on 99 pass rushes. Josh Uche of the Patriots gives a kiss to the sky during training camp in Foxboro. PFF's reasoning: “New England should add Flowers, who left in free agency after the 2018 season, on a second stint. Josh Sweat: Eagles: 24: Josh Uche: Patriots: 25: Cameron Heyward. Grade:. 5 sacks and 10. LB Josh Uche PFF defense grade: 83. , Christian Barmore, Josh Uche and Matthew Judon all earned the highest PFF grade of their careers last season, but only Uche ranked inside the top 25 at his position. 2023 NFL Draft Results By Round; 2023 NFL Draft Results: Team By Team; 2023 Top 50 NFL. 7% pressure rate ranked third. Pro Football Focus‘ latest three-round mock draft has the Buffalo Bills getting down and dirty with their first two picks, selecting a player in both the offensive line and defensive line. Zack Moss, Utah. 2, 75. LB Josh Uche. Our exclusive database, featuring the most in-depth collection of NFL and NCAA player performance data. Josh Uche Overview. Young contributors such as Josh Uche and Christian Barmore,. As a result, he has totaled three sacks, eight quarterback hits and 21 total tackles. After his best performance of the season last. New England Patriots linebacker Josh Uche had a monster season in 2022, recording 11. If Uche can play more and more in 2023, then his numbers have a chance to go through the roof. It was a defensive effort for the ages for the New England Patriots in Sunday’s regular season opener against the Philadelphia Eagles. J. The Patriots rank third in pressure rate as a defense (38. Nonetheless, Uche stole the show at the Senior Bowl. He's only behind Myles Garrett and Josh Uche. 1 Uche’s long-awaited Patriots breakout finally arrived this season. Originally drafted by Baltimore in the fifth round (146th overall) of the 2016 NFL Draft. Josh Uche struggled for much of the day when defending the run, while Keion White and Anfernee Jennings failed to generate any notable disruption of the Commanders’ offensive. New Orleans Saints. Metellus has been a consistently productive safety in his three years as a starter at Michigan. 02 Jan 2023 16:31:56Add Josh Uche details. 1%).