Is an incredibly versatile interior defensive lineman. May be best as a 1 or at 3-tech
You could line him up at the nose if needed because he is so adaptable and resourceful
A huge player
A very dense frame
Size, length, strength
He is a problem in the run game. A beast of a run stuffer who has incredibly potent power
Wins with pure strength
A decent bag of skill moves and has a good go-to swim move
Much more athleticism than his size
Good enough burst off the line of scrimmage and wins almost every time when he is first off the snap and attacking centers.
While he wins with power it is the quickness in how he attacks and uses that power that separates him.
Pushes linemen back with his pure power. Is an absolute tank and carries that intense toughness and robustness
He uses his weight extremely well. He is physically imposing and will bully over the middle
WEAKNESSES
He could play with more balance. Needs to work from his base as he can lunge into blocks.
Needs to learn to control his leverage as he can lean too far forward and can not correct.
His footwork needs to be more active as he can get stuck on his heels.
Will likely start as a rotational player in the NFL.
Needs to become more valuable on passing downs
SUMMARY
A huge, versatile, powerful player, Keeanu Benton will be a riser through the NFL Draft process. Especially after a stellar week at the Senior Bowl, where he was possibly the best defensive lineman at the game. A distinguished run blocker, his power and size mean he swallows up gaps and is extremely difficult to move. While Benton has room to develop as a pass rusher, he has quick hands and strong skill moves that allow him to get home. A player who will likely go around the 3rd round, Benton will be able to make an impact on a team who needs more top-end depth in their defensive line rotation.
