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Strengths: Explosive burst off the snap...good range for a defensive tackle...aggressive player who is constantly pushing up field...demonstrates good awareness...never seems to quit on a play...powerful hitter...has the ability to close when he gets close to the QB...productive college player, especially his senior year...played in a top conference...showed the ability to beat double teams...

Weaknesses: Does not possess ideal bulk...has just average strength...too inconsistent in his technique and can get too high...just a bull rusher at this point...needs to improve his strength versus the run...struggled academically and with injuries...an older prospect...probably limited schematically...played with a top notch defensive end next to him...

Overall: Peria Jerry battled some academic issues, so he will be 25 years old when he enters the NFL. He had knee surgery prior to the 2008 collegiate season, but looking at his production, you would not believe it. He excels at getting in the backfield and is going to be a solid player for a team such as Indianapolis that craves a pass rusher along the inside. He must prove he can stay healthy, but his collegiate production, combined with his natural explosiveness should make him a solid NFL regular.