Full Name:
Loren Howard School: Arizona State
Ht:
6-3 Wt: 275
40:
4.85 Yr: 4Jr
Pos: Former Northwestern star in the midst of a
season ending knee injury and change of playing location. Intelligent, reads the
action then quickly locates the ball. Explosive off the snap,
plays with outstanding pad level and gets leverage on opponents. Displays an array
of moves defeating blocks and works hands throughout the action. Tough as
nails, plays while injured and consistently makes positive plays. Possesses
excellent balance, body control and rarely off his feet. Immediately alters his
angle of attack, flattening and pursuing from the backside with speed.
Neg: Suffered a knee injury prior to the season and
taking a redshirt year. Transferred from Northwestern and will play at Arizona
State in ‘06. Undersized and easily moved from his angle of attack by strong
opponents.
Analysis: A defender who makes things happen, Howard has
been a disruptive force the past two seasons. Played most of his junior
campaign with an injured ankle yet still impacted the game. Must now prove he is
healthy and comeback with a big senior season in Tempe.