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Draft Scouting Report

Pro Comparison: Javon Hargrave
Summary

David Gusta is a powerful, disruptive interior defensive lineman who excels at anchoring the middle of the defense. Nicknamed “Bone,” he pairs rare athleticism for his size with constant effort, allowing him to beat blockers and collapse the pocket. He is a premier run stopper who plays with a physical approach, making him a difficult matchup for experienced offensive linemen.

About
  • 2021-24: Played at Washington State before transferring to Kentucky
  • Career: 44 games (36 starts), 74 tackles, 9.0 TFL, 2.5 sacks
Strengths
  • Exceptional first-step quickness and twitch for a 319-pound defender.
  • Advanced hand usage and power to disengage from blocks quickly.
  • Consistently stout against double teams with strong contact balance.
Weaknesses
  • Sack production remained relatively low despite high pressure rates.
  • Tends to play with high pads at times, sacrificing leverage.
  • Relies heavily on a swim move rather than a deeper pass-rush arsenal.
Combine Data
  • 40-yard dash: 4.88 seconds
  • Bench press: 37 reps
  • Vertical jump: 32 inches

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Player Bio

HT/WT: 6-2, 308 lbs
Birthplace: San Bernardino, CA
Class: Senior