Explosive Edge Rusher with Elite Burst, Hampered by Injury History
Noah Spence, a 5-star high school prospect who dominated at Ohio State in 2013 with 52 tackles, 8 sacks, and 14.5 TFL, transferred to Eastern Kentucky after an NCAA suspension, showcasing his 4.65-second 40-yard dash burst as a 6-2, 251-pound terror off the edge per NFL scouts. His raw athleticism and closing speed made him a 2016 second-round NFL pick by Tampa Bay, but recurring injuries like a torn ACL sidelined his pro career early. A high-upside gamble for teams needing pass-rush pop, if healthy—pure talent that screams 'boom' potential.