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NC State • #8 • LB

Cian Slone

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ACC Standings

Team Conf Overall
UVA
 7-1 11-3
DUKE
 6-2 9-5
MIAMI
 6-2 13-3
GATECH
 6-2 9-4
SMU
 6-2 9-4
PITT
 6-2 8-5
LVILLE
 4-4 9-4
WAKE
 4-4 9-4
NCST
 4-4 8-5
CAL
 4-4 7-6
CLEM
 4-4 7-6
STNFRD
 3-5 4-8
FSU
 2-6 5-7
VATECH
 2-6 3-9
UNC
 2-6 4-8
BC
 1-7 2-10
CUSE
 1-7 3-9
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Draft Scouting Report

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Summary

Cian Slone carved his own path to becoming a draft prospect. He began at American River Junior College for two seasons, transferred to Utah State for two more, then finished at NC State, where he starred as a true 3-4 outside linebacker. Slone’s ability to play in space is rare for a defender who can also rush the passer. The question is whether he can excel in one role rather than simply be adequate in both. He profiles as a tweener without a clearly defined NFL position.

About
  • 2025: Fourth on NC State in TFL (6.5)
  • 2024: Second-team All-Mountain West (Utah State)
Strengths
  • Plays above his weight class; physical presence.
  • Flexible mover who can dip around blocks.
  • Comfortable in space; capable of dropping into coverage.
Weaknesses
  • Borderline edge frame; likely has to move off-ball.
  • Not a special athlete despite being undersized.
  • More effort rusher than refined technician.

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Player Bio

HT/WT: 6-4, 252 lbs
Birthplace: Rocklin, CA
Class: Senior