A 330-pound, remarkably versatile player in the NFL Draft may overshadow Travis Hunter. Well, meet Lane Kiffin’s super-sized Swiss Army knife, a true two-way threat. And instead of locking down receivers or hauling in deep balls, this giant is gearing up to dominate on both sides of the trenches. On top of that, at the Combine, he’s set to showcase his rare skill set, running defensive line, fullback, and TE drills to prove he’s an early-round talent. So, now a freak athlete with unmatched versatility — get ready for a show.
JJ Pegues, with a 6’2″ high uniquely built, is a wrecking ball set to shake up the NFL Draft after playing three positions under Lane Kiffin. And the buzz is real as NFL Rookie Watch just dropped a bombshell, calling him a prospect like we’ve never seen before. “The Ole Miss DT/FB/TE is a prospect like we’ve NEVER seen before ,” wrote the IG post of NFL Rookie.
Safe to say, Pegues might be the first-ever DT/FB/TE drafted, and he’s proving why. Looks here, reports say he ‘showed out’ in both DL and FB/TE drills at the Combine. And now following that, several NFL teams are eyeing him as a true ‘chess piece’. Because he is ready to dominate as a DT on defense and an FB1/TE3 on offense. Simply a unicorn prospect? Maybe.
Pegues took the SEC by storm after transferring to Ole Miss Rebels from Auburn Tigers. You know, a two-year DT starter and an offensive weapon, he became the Rebels’ ultimate short-yardage bruiser. Moreover, at 323 pounds, he dominated the trenches, racking up 3.5 sacks and 13.5 tackles for loss last season. Not only this, named third-team All-SEC, Pegues wasn’t just a defensive force — he also tallied 100 rushing yards, and 7 offensive TDs. And yes, he even hauled in a TD pass.
Considering that Pegues’ confidence is undeniable — and for good reason. See, at the Combine, he made it clear that his versatility is rare, saying, “Not many people go from D-line to running the ball. I know about the Travis Hunter thing, and I’m not going to compare myself to him because he’s a hell of an athlete. I’m just thankful to God for allowing me to play both positions.”
As of now, with his unique skill set and sheer power, Pegues is ready to make his mark in the NFL. And Pegues is the perfect chess piece for an NFL team.
The weapon used by Lane Kiffin is now an NFL play-maker
Pegues isn’t just versatile — he’s a matchup nightmare. Over five seasons, he’s dominated as both a defensive tackle and a jumbo offensive weapon. As of now, NFL Network’s Daniel Jeremiah even called him ‘one of the more fun’ evaluations in this year’s draft. And with his unique skill set, he could be a perfect fit for the Detroit Lions.
“He’s someone who on the defensive side of the ball is a defensive tackle who every now and then will kick out and just be a big massive edge rusher, but then on offense he’s a wildcat quarterback, he’s an H-back, he’s a wing, he runs the ball. That’s one of the more fun, versatile pieces in this year’s draft,” Jeremiah said of Pegues.
Although he pointed to Detroit, fans are buzzing about the Las Vegas Raiders. Some say Seattle could be the spot. But no matter where Pegues lands, the real question isn’t who drafts him — it’s how they’ll use him. One thing’s certain: he’s built to dominate on both sides of the ball.
Pegues hopes to continue as a two-way force in the NFL, using his defensive instincts to dominate in short-yardage situations. And he put it, stating, “When … it’s like a bunch (formation on the defensive line), that’s why, usually if you see on the tape, I hit the outside because I know it’s going to be a DB or a safety and they don’t want to tackle me. Definitely not me, a 320-pound guy coming to them.”
Now, let’s see where Kiffin’s 3-position player lands — and how he’ll be used — in the NFL.
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