"Classic interior linebacker that flows to the ball, tackles well in space, and can handle basic coverage responsibilities underneath but won't get any faster or quicker."
Strengths:
Good sized ILB with better than expected mobility and great production. Diagnoses quickly and finds the ball. Strong and flashes the ability to stack and shed.
Anticipates well in coverage and hangs with RBs and TEs in the flat. Breaks down in space and is a good reliable tackler. Efficient mover and ranges well. Great motor.
Weaknesses:
Good athlete but not explosive and possesses just average speed and quickness. Average change of direction and shows some hip stiffness. Shorter than ideal. Doesn't always come off blocks as fast as you'd like.
Quick trio of plays showing Coney's versatility despite not testing like a good athlete. He just closes quickly and makes plays.
Overall:
Coney's a classic interior linebacker that flows to the ball, tackles well in space, and can handle basic coverage responsibilities underneath.
He lacks the explosiveness and dynamic qualities of the league's current Star position backers but his anticipation and ability to diagnose often compensate. He's a physical guy but is better uncovered and tracking the ball than taking on and shedding.
NFL Comp: Vince Williams