2015 Verbal: Derrek Tuszka

[tony]

http://bisonation.info/de-derrek-tuszka-warner-sd-2015-verbal/

Derrek is the earliest verbal I can recall for NDSU.

Took second in his region in the 100 meters and the shot put.

[BismarckBisonFan]

Congrats Derrek. Glad you and your brother are now both Bison. Let's Go.

[westnodak93bison]

We've had good luck with DL from SD. Boyer, Hardie, Frick to name a few.

Sent from my DROID RAZR using Tapatalk

[SamsRams]

http://bisonation.info/de-derrek-tuszka-warner-sd-2015-verbal/

Derrek is the earliest verbal I can recall for NDSU.

Took second in his region in the 100 meters and the shot put.

yeah way early, I was told he was offered and verballed last summer at camp heading into his junior year

and I got free beer for anyone who can find me a damn decent pic of this kid playing football or any highlights online.

[BadlandsBison]

Welcome Derrek! Those who stay will be champions :)

[SDbison]

Here is some info on Derrek:
http://www.aberdeennews.com/sports/high_school/athlete_of_the_week/derrek-tuszka-warner-basketball/article_3e24f169-4392-591e-aa4b-cf21a4c6f0f2.html?mode=jqm

[A1pigskin]

Welcome to NDSU......

[Loud and Proud Bison fan]

yeah way early, I was told he was offered and verballed last summer at camp heading into his junior year

That is really cool.. Means he really wants to be Bison! Glad to have a kid like that aboard the Thundering Herd! Welcome :)

here is his 24/7 link for your page John.. http://247sports.com/Player/Derrek-Tuszka-66395

[Loud and Proud Bison fan]

Warner’s Derrek Tuszka will play football for North Dakota State.

Tuszka was offered by the Bison last summer and, shortly after that, he verbally committed to the three-time defending FCS national champs. He is projected to play defensive end. Tuszka’s brother, Jarrod, is a current member of the Bison.

“I love the coaching staff,” Derrek Tuszka said about committing to the Bison. “They have got such a great program. It is like a family setting. I think it is just the right fit for me.”

This past fall, Tuszka was the Defensive MVP in the tough Lake Region Conference. He had 89 tackles, five sacks and forced two fumbles this fall. With one season to go at Warner, he has 233 career tackles and nine sacks. On offense, he rushed for 726 yards (10.7 per carry) and scored eight TDs. He also had 367 yards receiving and six more TDs.

Verbal commitments are not binding until prospects sign their national letters of intent. The national college football signing day is Feb. 4, 2015.

Source http://www.aberdeennews.com/sports/tuszka-commits-to-north-dakota-state/article_a9746d21-c34f-54db-8cff-64b8f0c856dd.html 6/30/14 article posted

[HerdBot]

Warner’s Derrek Tuszka will play football for North Dakota State.

Tuszka was offered by the Bison last summer and, shortly after that, he verbally committed to the three-time defending FCS national champs. He is projected to play defensive end. Tuszka’s brother, Jarrod, is a current member of the Bison.

“I love the coaching staff,” Derrek Tuszka said about committing to the Bison. “They have got such a great program. It is like a family setting. I think it is just the right fit for me.”

This past fall, Tuszka was the Defensive MVP in the tough Lake Region Conference. He had 89 tackles, five sacks and forced two fumbles this fall. With one season to go at Warner, he has 233 career tackles and nine sacks. On offense, he rushed for 726 yards (10.7 per carry) and scored eight TDs. He also had 367 yards receiving and six more TDs.

Verbal commitments are not binding until prospects sign their national letters of intent. The national college football signing day is Feb. 4, 2015.

Source http://www.aberdeennews.com/sports/tuszka-commits-to-north-dakota-state/article_a9746d21-c34f-54db-8cff-64b8f0c856dd.html 6/30/14 article posted

Kids a great athlete. Would be awesome having 2 brothers play on the D-line

[BisonNeil]

Warner’s Derrek Tuszka will play football for North Dakota State.

Tuszka was offered by the Bison last summer and, shortly after that, he verbally committed to the three-time defending FCS national champs. He is projected to play defensive end. Tuszka’s brother, Jarrod, is a current member of the Bison.

“I love the coaching staff,” Derrek Tuszka said about committing to the Bison. “They have got such a great program. It is like a family setting. I think it is just the right fit for me.”

This past fall, Tuszka was the Defensive MVP in the tough Lake Region Conference. He had 89 tackles, five sacks and forced two fumbles this fall. With one season to go at Warner, he has 233 career tackles and nine sacks. On offense, he rushed for 726 yards (10.7 per carry) and scored eight TDs. He also had 367 yards receiving and six more TDs.

Verbal commitments are not binding until prospects sign their national letters of intent. The national college football signing day is Feb. 4, 2015.

Source http://www.aberdeennews.com/sports/tuszka-commits-to-north-dakota-state/article_a9746d21-c34f-54db-8cff-64b8f0c856dd.html 6/30/14 article posted

Please help me out here. I don't see his brother Jarrod's name on the football roster

http://www.gobison.com/roster.aspx?path=football&tab=roster2

Nor do see his name listed among last year recruits.

http://gobison.com/news/2014/2/5/FB_0205144200.aspx

Some other sport? I only checked baseball and basketball but did not see him listed there either.

[westnodak93bison]

I think he gray shirted and will be in fall camp.

[tony]

I think he gray shirted and will be in fall camp.

I know he tore his Achilles so what you are saying makes sense.

[bruinbison]

yeah way early, I was told he was offered and verballed last summer at camp heading into his junior year

and I got free beer for anyone who can find me a damn decent pic of this kid playing football or any highlights online.

How 'bout in here?
Mmmmm, Beer is goooood!

https://www.google.com/search?q=Derrek+Tuszka&rlz=1T4DKUS_enUS270US270&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=cMaxU9LzDM-myASNl4CIDw&ved=0CEQQ7Ak&biw=1024&bih=555#facrc=_&imgdii=_&imgrc=ICcSJbNcOCK4fM%253A%3BGklwA8fuKJqEPM%3Bhttp% 253A%252F%252Fwww.aberdeenymca.org%252Fnewsletters %252Fimages%252Fjarrod2.jpg%3Bhttp%253A%252F%252Fw ww.aberdeenymca.org%252Fnewsletters%252Fnewsletter _july13.html%3B380%3B249

Looks like Tuszka (#45 in blue) (I believe that is him) is about to decleat #6 (in white and red).
Photo is directly above the phrase - Aberdeen Y Family Newsletter, JUN

[SamsRams]

How 'bout in here?
Beer is goooood!

https://www.google.com/search?q=Derrek+Tuszka&rlz=1T4DKUS_enUS270US270&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=cMaxU9LzDM-myASNl4CIDw&ved=0CEQQ7Ak&biw=1024&bih=555#facrc=_&imgdii=_&imgrc=ICcSJbNcOCK4fM%253A%3BGklwA8fuKJqEPM%3Bhttp% 253A%252F%252Fwww.aberdeenymca.org%252Fnewsletters %252Fimages%252Fjarrod2.jpg%3Bhttp%253A%252F%252Fw ww.aberdeenymca.org%252Fnewsletters%252Fnewsletter _july13.html%3B380%3B249

Looks like Tuszka (#45 in blue) (I believe that is him) is about to decleat #6 (in white and red).
Photo is directly above the phrase - Aberdeen Y Family Newsletter, JUN

Nope he is not 45. I did find a pic this weekend that I forgot to post on his page.

45 is Jarrod
44 is Derrek

[GOBISON123]

Welcome to Bisonation Derrek,

Where young men get a college degree from the nations premier top 100 institution + become national champions.

[tony]

Saw a tweet tonight from Aberdeen sportswriter Ryan Deal reporting said that Derrek had a pretty good game tonight: 298 yards rushing, 4 TDs, and 16 tackles. Guessing he's going to sleep in tomorrow.

[bruinbison]

Oct 17 game



Derrek Tuszka rushed for 322 yards and four touchdowns, caught a pass for a score and had 15 tackles to power Warner past Langford Area 46-30 in a Lake Region Conference football game Friday night in Warner during the American News Game of the Week. Watch a replay of the game with commentary at www.aberdeennews.com/sports/livesports.


Wow, what a game! And the Aberdeen American News has a video of Warner's game with Langford
and the elusive Mr. Tuszka. Tuszka is so versatile, he even handles the kickoffs.......3 hours worth of video,
I'll leave that to the really serious recruiting folks........#44

[bruinbison]

Derrek Tuszka named to Argus Leader Elite 45 Football Team:



Derrek Tuszka, RB-LB, Warner

A two-time defensive player of the year in the Lake Region Conference, Tuszka had 109 tackles this season, 15 for loss, three sacks and three forced fumbles.

He also rushed 138 times for 1,460 yards, caught 14 passes for 247 yards and scored 23 touchdowns as Warner reached the Class 9A quarterfinals. A four-year starter, he had 342 tackles, 45 for loss, 12 sacks and six forced fumbles in his career. He has committed to play next season for North Dakota State.

"Derrek is very athletic for a big kid (fast and strong)," said Coach Kerwin Hoellein. "He is truly a game changer both on offense and defense."


http://www.argusleader.com/story/sports/high-school-sports/2014/11/26/elite-45-team-argus-leader/70124146/

[SamsRams]

taking his official visit this weekend http://bisonation.info/de-derrek-tuszka-warner-sd-2015-verbal/

[A1pigskin]

Cool to have brothers playing. Welcome to NDSU.

[El_Chapo]

Dude has been a beast this year!! he deserves his own thread resurrected...

plus I wanted to post this

his article is today's forum

"it’s a hobby not seen often with college students. He’s flown a helicopter. He’s flown a float plane. The key is finding time to do it considering the full-time job as a college football player.

hmm. I thought a certain team seeked put "pilots" haha

[Professor Chaos]

Cole Jirik has mentioned on The Locker Room that pro scouts have been in attendance at games taking a good look at Tuszka (and Zack Johnson and most likely Jabril Cox as well).

[ndsubison1]

Cole Jirik has mentioned on The Locker Room that pro scouts have been in attendance at games taking a good look at Tuszka (and Zack Johnson and most likely Jabril Cox as well).

Tuszka will get a shot. What about Bridges and Radunz?

[mtoutfitter]

Tuszka will get a shot. What about Bridges and Radunz?

Ellefson, or not fast enough?

[CAS4127]

Tuszka will get a shot. What about Bridges and Radunz?

Bridges No IMO, and Radinz is only a JR, right? And I know Cox is as well. Don’t see many OLs leaving early, and no talk of it.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[tjbison]

Bridges No IMO, and Radinz is only a JR, right? And I know Cox is as well. Don’t see many OLs leaving early, and no talk of it.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

All correct, I think Volson gets some scouting also, but he's a JR too

[scottietohottie]

Have a family member who works with Derrek and some other d linemen at Bayer. Not sure if it's an intern deal or what. Derrek was telling him by the end of the game he can smell the fear in the quarterback! Love it. He's freaking huge. NFL frame for sure.

Anyone else ever smell fear?

[CAS4127]

Have a family member who works with Derrek and some other d linemen at Bayer. Not sure if it's an intern deal or what. Derrek was telling him by the end of the game he can smell the fear in the quarterback! Love it. He's freaking huge. NFL frame for sure.

Anyone else ever smell fear?

He’s not really “huge” by NFL standards. I talked with both him and Phil Hanson personally two weeks ago (not at same time) and Phil is still larger even today. That said, I like Tuszka a lot and his NFL shot.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[Christopher Moen]

Have a family member who works with Derrek and some other d linemen at Bayer. Not sure if it's an intern deal or what. Derrek was telling him by the end of the game he can smell the fear in the quarterback! Love it. He's freaking huge. NFL frame for sure.

Anyone else ever smell fear?

Smells like piss.

https://media2.giphy.com/media/Twgx2py8oivPW/giphy.gif

[scottietohottie]

He’s not really “huge” by NFL standards. I talked with both him and Phil Hanson personally two weeks ago (not at same time) and Phil is still larger even today. That said, I like Tuszka a lot and his NFL shot.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Well his arms seemed rather larger when I met him and he seemed huge to this 5'11" chunky farmer.

[scottietohottie]

He also seems larger then Kyle Emmanuel but that's without looking up the measurements. He had his cleats on when I thought he looked huge. Also saw a picture of him at the Vikings vs eagles game with Carson Wentz. He was taller then Carson when they both had street clothes on. When I met Carson at scheels I thought dude you look like a basketball player.

[scottietohottie]

I should have fully comprehended what cas said before I replied. Have a problem with that. He'd be a good cow milker. I'll just leave it at that.

[ndsubison1]

Bridges No IMO, and Radinz is only a JR, right? And I know Cox is as well. Don’t see many OLs leaving early, and no talk of it.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Scouts cant watch Juniors? Theyve been watching Cox. Insert joke there.

[CAS4127]

Scouts cant watch Juniors? Theyve been watching Cox. Insert joke there.

I didn’t say that Ming. Of course they can ... I’m talking about leaving early for draft.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[CAS4127]

He also seems larger then Kyle Emmanuel but that's without looking up the measurements. He had his cleats on when I thought he looked huge. Also saw a picture of him at the Vikings vs eagles game with Carson Wentz. He was taller then Carson when they both had street clothes on. When I met Carson at scheels I thought dude you look like a basketball player.

CW is taller, and Tuszka is pretty lean, like a lot of players are these days. He actually presented more like Joe Haeg, just not as tall. It’s not about bulk anymore really. It’s about lean athleticism. They all have that.

And no, I’m not dissing on any of them.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[El_Chapo]

I just like how hes getting to the QB. keep it up!

[89MTBISON]

I just like how hes getting to the QB. keep it up!

He's really all we have for an edge rusher, would be nice to have bookends like we had with Jirik and Emmanuel. Our d line needs to step up. Mostaert had some good speed in the MSU game, guessing he'll get more playing time come the playofffs.

[Professor Chaos]

He's really all we have for an edge rusher, would be nice to have bookends like we had with Jirik and Emmanuel. Our d line needs to step up. Mostaert had some good speed in the MSU game, guessing he'll get more playing time come the playofffs.
Waege had some pretty dominant rushes against SDSU also including the strip sack in the 3rd quarter. The DTs have been pretty nondescript so far but it's tough to say if that's be design or not since DTs have rarely put up numbers of any substance in NDSU's defense.

I had high hopes for Ogbu but he hasn't been able to stay healthy. There's also going to be reinforcements on the way next year in the form of the Moestart boys and Reed Ryan.

[Alsen]

Tuszka projects as a 3-4 OLB at the next level. IMO, he and Cox should have been our starting OLB's in a base 3-4 this year. The talent for 3-4 DE's/5- techniques is in abundance on this roster. Code Green could have been even more lethal in LA Rams type defense.

Tuszka=TJ Watt They even look a little alike. Same size, same athleticism, same style of play. I doubt Tuszka has the 11 inch hands like TJ but who the hell does. Guy should have been a receiver. Tuszka ran 100 meters in the the 11.5 range in HS. If he has the time to really work out with professional trainers, he may even run a 4.5 or low 4.6.

I definitely think Bridges is going to pursue it to the utmost. The special teams stuff helps him and the guy has really developed. He isn't good against the run, he is elite. A lot of slot corners in the NFL really suck at tackling. Bridges has some really excellent tape in this area. I expect him to perform really well in the lifting and he will run a about 4.57.

He should get a shot in somebody's camp. Hopefully he can notch some int's between now and Frisco. He has dropped a couple. They don't throw at him much. He needs some luck.

[EC8CH]

Tuszka projects as a 3-4 OLB at the next level. IMO, he and Cox should have been our starting OLB's in a base 3-4 this year. The talent for 3-4 DE's/5- techniques is in abundance on this roster. Code Green could have been even more lethal in LA Rams type defense.



No

Nope

Nah ah

No

No

[Professor Chaos]

No

Nope

Nah ah

No

No


Alsen is Mike Breske.... it's all starting to make sense!

[EC8CH]

Alsen is Mike Breske.... it's all starting to make sense!

Must spread rep.

[Professor Chaos]

Per the Twitter machine Derrek has accepted an invite to the East/West Shrine Bowl. Well deserved honor and opportunity for him to compete in the second highest regarded postseason all-star prospect game.

[HerdistheWord]

Per the Twitter machine Derrek has accepted an invite to the East/West Shrine Bowl. Well deserved honor and opportunity for him to compete in the second highest regarded postseason all-star prospect game.

Very cool, and this seems like an early invite.

[Snowgoose]

This is great as he has been a wrecking ball this year. Super fun to watch. When watching on TV this past weekend the announcers were even laughing cause the tackles he is facing are way overmatched. He is totally a OLB at the next level, but needs to catch on with the right team and situation like so many FCS players to get his shot.

[Professor Chaos]

Tuszka finishes 5th in the final Buck Buchanan award voting: http://www.fcs.football/cfb/story.asp?i=20191210114236928370204&ref=rec&tm=&src=FCS

[bisonfanette]

TUSZKA - very impressive. Congratulations to him! He is fun to watch!

[Mr Meaty]

Congrats Derrek.....

[HerdistheWord]

Not much news from the East-West practices thus far. I saw one tweet saying that Tuzska was one of the better defensive players thus far.

Tuszka has apparently had interviews with the Giants and Redskins thus far. Let’s hope we don’t have to watch him sacking Carson in the future...

[westnodak93bison]

Where does he fit in the nfl? Seems too lite for a 4-3 DE? Can he put on another 15-20lbs

Sent from my SM-G965U using Tapatalk

[El_Chapo]

Derrek had a pass break up in practice today I saw highlighted on twitter.
he will play like Kyle Emanuel perhaps in a 3-4 system? ?

[Bisman]

Erik Peterson story on Derek Tuszka and Ben Ellefson at East-West Shrine Bowl practices:
https://www.inforum.com/bison-media-zone/mens-sports/football/4868546-Former-Bison-standouts-Tuszka-Ellefson-have-had-wow-moments-preparing-for-East-West-Shrine-Bowl

Analyst Emory Hunt rates Ellefson a notch higher than Tuszka as a prospect, one who could get drafted in the sixth or seventh rounds, the final two rounds of the draft.

[yopaulie]

Erik Peterson story on Derek Tuszka and Ben Ellefson at East-West Shrine Bowl practices:
https://www.inforum.com/bison-media-zone/mens-sports/football/4868546-Former-Bison-standouts-Tuszka-Ellefson-have-had-wow-moments-preparing-for-East-West-Shrine-Bowl

Analyst Emory Hunt rates Ellefson a notch higher than Tuszka as a prospect, one who could get drafted in the sixth or seventh rounds, the final two rounds of the draft.

Good to hear, would be better if coming from someone other than Hunt, who has little credibility.

[marenlee]

Good to hear, would be better if coming from someone other than Hunt, who has little credibility.

You’re giving him too much credit.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[mtoutfitter]

Tuszka kinda got used on a sweep to his side.

[steelbison]

Just did a great rip move inside. And drew a holding call.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[steelbison]

Just beat his guy again. Problem is his DBs are not good. Guys wide open everywhere


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[Prime Power]

Just abusing that guy from Alabama, caused an interception there by Luther Kirk from ISUr.

[westnodak93bison]

#buttbama

Sent from my SM-G965U using Tapatalk

[NEBison]

Tuszka got invited to the combine. Well deserved.

https://twitter.com/FGOSPORTSWRITER/status/1224429235391037448

[GreenfieldBison]

https://www.si.com/nfl/packers/news/scouting-combine-edge-rushers-4

[El_Chapo]

http://draftcountdown.com/2020-nfl-draft-rankings/2020-defensive-end-rankings/

#23 DE in this Draft

[Da Bison]

Numbers from the combine:

Height = 6' 4 1/2" weight = 251lbs arms = 31 3/8" hands = 9 7/8"

[TAILG8R]

Numbers from the combine:

Height = 6' 4 1/2" weight = 251lbs arms = 31 3/8" hands = 9 7/8"Interesting. Seems to be in the upper half size wise(height/weight) but arm length and wings span are among the lowest if not the lowest.

Sent from my Pixel 2 using Tapatalk

[IndyBison]

Good luck to Derrek this week. Lots of excitement in this building and Lucas Oil Stadium in the background. I took this photo from my parking garage this morning. I may venture through the convention center tomorrow, but I'm guessing you'll see several NFL big wigs in the restaurants this week.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200226/5b8849ddd148db2cb073ac9124ae3404.jpg

Sent from my SM-G975U using Tapatalk

[bruinbison]

Numbers from the combine:

Height = 6' 4 1/2" weight = 251lbs arms = 31 3/8" hands = 9 7/8"

Will be interesting to see how Tuszka compares in measurables to the OLB group.
Perhaps that will be where he ends up at

[TAILG8R]

Will be interesting to see how Tuszka compares in measurables to the OLB group.
Perhaps that will be where he ends up atWas thinking the same thing. They must not have gone through measurements yet.

Sent from my Pixel 2 using Tapatalk

[SkolMitzel]

Tuszka's been asked to work out at LB.

[El_Chapo]

Tuszka's been asked to work out at LB.

where'd you hear that at... I'm not doubting you. was just curious. I dont like that. does he remind anyone of Kyle Emanuel?

[SkolMitzel]

where'd you hear that at... I'm not doubting you. was just curious. I dont like that. does he remind anyone of Kyle Emanuel?

NFL.com. They want him to do both the DL and LB drills. http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000001103319/article/46-players-asked-to-work-out-at-second-position-at-nfl-combine

[TAILG8R]

20 some D Linemen asked to work out at linebacker and almost 10 linebackers asked to work out at D Line.

Sent from my Pixel 2 using Tapatalk

[westnodak93bison]

where'd you hear that at... I'm not doubting you. was just curious. I dont like that. does he remind anyone of Kyle Emanuel?You didn't hear that? Ha ha. Where have you been? Or did your phone die?

Sent from my SM-G965U using Tapatalk

[El_Chapo]

You didn't hear that? Ha ha. Where have you been? Or did your phone die?

Sent from my SM-G965U using Tapatalk

been a busy week, but feel free to post every single time after my comments parrot.

Thanks Skol Appreciate that link bud.... you rock.

[HerdistheWord]

24 reps on bench press

https://mobile.twitter.com/TonyPauline/status/1233498380476801026

[El_Chapo]

24 reps on bench press

https://mobile.twitter.com/TonyPauline/status/1233498380476801026

very solid

[HerdistheWord]

very solid

He finished middle of the pack 18/37. Although the reps themselves don’t always mean that much, because arm length can play a factor, or so I’m told.

As a side note, James Robinson is testing very well so far. I am interested to see his 40 time, but he is top 5 in the bench press, vertical jump, and broad jump. That is good strength and explosiveness so far.

[BadlandsBison]

24 reps on bench press

https://mobile.twitter.com/TonyPauline/status/1233498380476801026

Not bad at all. He will need to do well in acceleration and agility drills though.

[Bisonator98]

Derrek's coming up for the 40 on NFL network.

[Bisonator98]

First run was a 4.79, 1.69 split.

[Bisonator98]

Second attempt was a 4.83.

[unbison]

Can’t imagine that helped much

[Bisonator98]

Can’t imagine that helped much

It isn't bad. He's having a good workout IMO. Looking fluid in the drills.

[23Bison]

I agree. He seems to be having a pretty solid workout. Daniel Jeremiah seems to like what he’s done thus far today.

[HerdistheWord]

I agree. He seems to be having a pretty solid workout. Daniel Jeremiah seems to like what he’s done thus far today.

Tuszka ranks among DL

40 yd- 7th
Bench- 18th
Vertical- 5th
Broad- 6th
3 cone- 1st (led all DL by 0.26 seconds)
20yd shuttle- 3rd (0.03 seconds off lead)


He tested very well overall.

[BisonNeil]

Can’t imagine that helped much

Most of the DL ran a hell of a lot slower.

http://www.nfl.com/combine/tracker

[HerdistheWord]

Can’t imagine that helped much

4.8 ain’t terrible for DL, it just isn’t great. It is probably average-ish. For this class it might be above average. Honestly, lots of chatter on twitter says Tuszka looked fluid in drills as well. I would be surprised if he is not drafted after this performance. This is not a stellar DE class either.

[23Bison]

I do believe he upped his stock today and should get drafted. Day 3 in round 6-7.

[SDbison]

He had a 1.69 sec split for 10 yards which according to the announcers 1.72 is the average of the best pass rushers in the NFL.

[SDbison]

I do believe he upped his stock today and should get drafted. Day 3 in round 6-7. i think he may get drafted in round 5 or 6.

[Christopher Moen]

I do believe he upped his stock today and should get drafted. Day 3 in round 6-7.

As of right now, I'm predicting Tuszka is a fifth-round pick. Maybe even up to fourth-round pick if he impresses the scouts more on the Bison Pro Day.

[reformedUNDfan]

As of right now, I'm predicting Tuszka is a fifth-round pick. Maybe even up to fourth-round pick if he impresses the scouts more on the Bison Pro Day.

I second this estimation. Very similar numbers to KE

[WeAreThePride]

Tuszka’s getting great comments from the commentators.

[bajadanny]

Tuszka’s getting great comments from the commentators.



They better be saying good things he is a monster and will be just fine in the nfl

[RossUglem]

40-yard dashes don't matter much for pass rushers. Last night's combine was an unequivocal win. Spoke to an AFC West scout after the workout and Tuszka made substantial progress last night, plus this group of pass rusher is unathletic in general. May have just cemented mid-round pick status.

https://247sports.com/college/north-dakota-state/Article/Tuszka-lights-up-NFL-Combine-improves-stock-NDSU-Fotball-144443425/

[WeAreThePride]

That 3 cone drill will really stand out to scouts.

[HerdistheWord]

Denver Broncos used one of their 30 formal visits on Tuszka. A weak edge rusher class has to help his case.

[Big Bird]

CBS Sports, Chris Trapasso, Edge rush winners:
"Derrek Tuszka, North Dakota State. The FCS star had the best workout of any edge rusher with a 6.87 time in the three cone to go along with a solid 33.5-inch vertical and 120-inch broad jump. We now know he definitely has NFL-caliber athleticism for the edge spot and could be on the Day 2 or early Day 3 radar for many teams. "

https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/nfl-combine-2020-results-curtis-weaver-justin-madubuike-winners-as-edge-rushers-defensive-linemen-work-out/

[HerdBot]

That 3 cone drill will really stand out to scouts.

One of the best in a decade. And its not like he's a little guy either, hes 6-5. He is definitely getting drafted

[DM05]

Halfway down the page...

https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2878147-nfl-scouting-combine-notebook-did-aj-epenesa-crater-his-draft-stock?utm_source=cnn.com&utm_campaign=editorial&utm_medium=referral#slide3

[El_Chapo]

4th-5th round would be great for Tuszka. with his performance should be a cinch to get drafted now right??

well done young man

[23Bison]

I’m all for him being higher than a 6 round pick but with even with the hype I still think it’ll end up being 6th. Hope I’m wrong but I don’t trust people on the inter web. Been disappointed too many times. Call me a little gun shy.

[HerdistheWord]

Web graph.

https://mobile.twitter.com/JacobMorley/status/1234164768631590912

Also, he got a little love from PFF. His performance at the combine will, at the least, get more eyeballs on his tape.

https://www.pff.com/news/draft-2020-nfl-scouting-combine-risers-and-fallers-from-the-dl-and-lb-drills

[23Bison]

Web graph.

https://mobile.twitter.com/JacobMorley/status/1234164768631590912

Also, he got a little love from PFF. His performance at the combine will, at the least, get more eyeballs on his tape.

https://www.pff.com/news/draft-2020-nfl-scouting-combine-risers-and-fallers-from-the-dl-and-lb-drills

Great now I have to begin rethinking my Rd 6 projection.

[Vet70]

Web graph.

https://mobile.twitter.com/JacobMorley/status/1234164768631590912

Also, he got a little love from PFF. His performance at the combine will, at the least, get more eyeballs on his tape.

https://www.pff.com/news/draft-2020-nfl-scouting-combine-risers-and-fallers-from-the-dl-and-lb-drills

I was waiting for the " some low-level competition" comments.

[Mr Meaty]

I was waiting for the " some low-level competition" comments.

Do you mean JMU????? lol

[HerdistheWord]

Great now I have to begin rethinking my Rd 6 projection.

Meh, who knows. He isn’t elite size. If he had those numbers with elite size, then absolutely, but you just never know what NFL GM’s will obsess over.

[HerdBot]

Meh, who knows. He isn’t elite size. If he had those numbers with elite size, then absolutely, but you just never know what NFL GM’s will obsess over.

He is good in height but a tad big lighter by NFL standards, but I wouldnt says hes undersized either. Hes actually closer to Clowney athletically. Better bench, 3 cone, and 20 yard shuttle. Same ballpark vertical jump and broad jump.

15 pounds lighter than Clowney
Height 6-4 4/8 to 6'5" 1/4"

Clowney 266 Tuszka 251

[HerdistheWord]

He is good in height but a tad big lighter by NFL standards, but I wouldnt says hes undersized either. Hes actually closer to Clowney athletically. Better bench, 3 cone, and 20 yard shuttle. Same ballpark vertical jump and broad jump.

15 pounds lighter than Clowney
Height 6-4 4/8 to 6'5" 1/4"

Clowney 266 Tuszka 251

Arms are pretty short.

[IzzyFlexion]

Video of Tuszka's 40 yard dash (from Yahoo Sports)

https://sports.yahoo.com/north-dakota-state-bison-defensive-233300878.html

[gumby013]

RAS 8.75......

https://relativeathleticscores.com/2020/02/11/derrek-tuszka-ras/

[HerdBot]

Arms are pretty short.

Arm length is important but its not like he has Tyrannosaurus short arms. Couple inches shorter

[Bisman]

Arm length is important but its not like he has Tyrannosaurus short arms. Couple inches shorter

Tyrannosaurus arms? That's a good analogy. It could become part of the vernacular: "He has Tyrannosaurus arms". It could be a song title.

[CAS4127]

Tyrannosaurus arms? That's a good analogy. It could become part of the vernacular: "He has Tyrannosaurus arms". It could be a song title.

To the beat/music of “She’s Got Betty Davis Eyes”.

Where’s weird Al Yank ...?


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[Bisman]

To the beat/music of “She’s Got Betty Davis Eyes”.

Where’s weird Al Yank ...?


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

There you go. Rocky Marciano had "Tyrannosaurus arms" but it didn't stop him from becoming a boxing heavyweight champion of the world. Of course it wasn't part of the vernacular back then.

[NDSUSR]

Ben LeComptes opinion:

https://twitter.com/BLeCompteIV/status/1234076759383068673

[Big Bird]

Among Mike Tanier's "winners"

https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2878148-nfl-scouting-combine-notebook-meet-this-years-small-school-draft-crush#slide5

[tony]

CAS posted this on the Jabril Cox thread: https://twitter.com/coach_entz/statu...779762177?s=21 (https://twitter.com/coach_entz/status/1235411743779762177?s=21)

Spoiler: Derrek Tuszka and Alex Highsmith named the two best edge rushers at the 2020 All-Combine Team

[StL Bison Fan]

CAS posted this on the Jabril Cox thread: https://twitter.com/coach_entz/statu...779762177?s=21 (https://twitter.com/coach_entz/status/1235411743779762177?s=21)

Spoiler: Derrek Tuszka and Alex Highsmith named the two best edge rushers at the 2020 All-Combine Team

I love the hashtag his friends use. #TwitterlessDerrek

[GreenfieldBison]

An art major's take for the draft...

https://vikingsterritory.com/2020/general-news/vikings-draft-profile-derrek-tuszka-de-ndsu

[Twincitybizon]

An art major's take for the draft...

https://vikingsterritory.com/2020/general-news/vikings-draft-profile-derrek-tuszka-de-ndsu

Really impressed with tuszka's All-Mountain Valley Football Conference first-team honors. Facepalm

[Bisonator98]

Really impressed with tuszka's All-Mountain Valley Football Conference first-team honors. Facepalm

Lol what do you expect, the "author's" credentials are "Electronic Publishing with a minor in Art" and being a lifelong, die-hard Vikings fan. He's as highly qualified as most of these "journalists" now days!

[IzzyFlexion]

Really impressed with tuszka's All-Mountain Valley Football Conference first-team honors. Facepalm

Well......the Edinburg/Mountain, ND Metro Area is only a couple of dozen miles from Hoople…...so.....

[westnodak93bison]

Really impressed with tuszka's All-Mountain Valley Football Conference first-team honors. FacepalmJust means he can play well at high elevation or down low.

Sent from my SM-G965U using Tapatalk

[WeAreThePride]

Well......the Edinburg/Mountain, ND Metro Area is only a couple of dozen miles from Hoople…...so.....

Nothing good happens in Mountain, ND. My father passed me down this wisdom, and every August 2nd I try to prove him wrong. Unsuccessfully.

[heffray]

Nothing good happens in Mountain, ND. My father passed me down this wisdom, and every August 2nd I try to prove him wrong. Unsuccessfully.

This is a very deep cut. Well done.

[bison_by_blood]

Tuszka is 150 on PFF draft rankings.
265 on Drafttek
198 on CBS Sports

So 5th round to undrafted(barely).
My educated sort of guess:

4th or better 2%
5th round 26%
6th round 36%
7th round 30%
UDFA 6%

[HerdistheWord]

Tuszka is 150 on PFF draft rankings.
265 on Drafttek
198 on CBS Sports

So 5th round to undrafted(barely).
My educated sort of guess:

4th or better 2%
5th round 26%
6th round 36%
7th round 30%
UDFA 6%

After his college production and combine numbers, his going undrafted would only show that a lot of NFL execs are over reliant on ideas of prototype size for certain positions. He should have cemented himself as draftable by now in my opinion.

[Bisonator98]

I say 5th round.

[El_Chapo]

absolute LOCK to be drafted 5th-6th round.

I think Steelers/Chargers fall in love with him and grab him in 3rd-4th.

[OrygunBison]

I think Steelers/Chargers fall in love with him and grab him in 3rd-4th.

Based on what? Not trying to be a dick. Actually curious. What do you see as links to those 2 teams?

[Bison20]

https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/nfl-draft-2020-plan-b-options-for-teams-that-miss-on-top-prospects-like-jerry-jeudy-and-isaiah-simmons/

Found this if teams miss on top prospects.

[WeAreThePride]

With how excellent his combine performance was, someone will take a shot on him.

Maybe he'll be a hybrid DE/ OLB for passing downs. His bend and speed are outstanding, if not his raw power.

[HerdistheWord]

Based on what? Not trying to be a dick. Actually curious. What do you see as links to those 2 teams?

Steelers= another opportunity to have a defensive player with great hair

[El_Chapo]

Based on what? Not trying to be a dick. Actually curious. What do you see as links to those 2 teams?

saw it on steelers/chargers twitter pages, i'd have to dig a little.

https://steelersdepot.com/2020/04/2020-nfl-draft-player-profiles-north-dakota-st-olb-derrek-tuszka/

(steelers guy says "sign me up' -- great page w highlights)

LA Chargers guy was all over him at combine


NY Giants/Washington have interviewed Derrek as well

[mtoutfitter]

saw it on steelers/chargers twitter pages, i'd have to dig a little.

https://steelersdepot.com/2020/04/2020-nfl-draft-player-profiles-north-dakota-st-olb-derrek-tuszka/

(steelers guy says "sign me up' -- great page w highlights)

LA Chargers guy was all over him at combine


NY Giants/Washington have interviewed Derrek as well

So, because media guys that cover those teams were impressed with him, that means the team/scouts were impressed as well? Your logic always amazes...

[unbison]

So, because media guys that cover those teams were impressed with him, that means the team/scouts were impressed as well? Your logic always amazes...

You mean lack there off

[El_Chapo]

if THEY are getting ONLY 2-3 Interviews then YES OF COURSE THEY ARE IMPRESSED WITH HIM!

[oldmantutters]

Heard on the radio the other day (can't remember which show, sorry) a draft expert thought that what guys have on film + a good showing at the combine are going to be very important. Probably won't see guys stock rising between the combine and the draft like in other years because no one has had pro days to improve numbers. He said there are a lot of guys in the NFL who NEED to have concrete numbers to help them make decisions. So Tuska's performance at the combine could help him, if only fractionally, more than other years.

Sent from my moto z3 using Tapatalk

[bruinbison]

Put this in the NFL thread previously:

One of a billion mock drafts out there.
This one is unique in that Chad Reuter (NFL.com) projects Derrek Tuszka to the LA Rams......in the 3rd round (104 overall)
Have maybe seen him in the 5th round before.

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap300...-draft-round-3

And to really make Bison fans happy, Ben Ellefson gets drafted in the 7th round. (Don’t remember seeing his name before)

[El_Chapo]

Carson Wentz pimpin' Tuszka ??

#EaglesUpdate: #Eagles held a virtual meeting with NDSU DE Derrek Tuszka, per
@mike_e_kaye

10:15pm 4/20/2020

[El_Chapo]

According to Senior Draft Analyst
@JustinM_NFL
NDSU Edge rusher Derreck Tuszka recently held a pre-draft Face time meeting with the Chargers and 6 other teams.

https://www.instagram.com/p/B_NyXbJlK7e/?igshid=w3jq1z12r76j

[bruinbison]

Heard a rumor Tuszka to the Vikes at 203

edit: nope, it’s a wish, not a done deal

[HerdistheWord]

It is kind of annoying that he hasn’t been drafted. Honestly, both he and James Robinson deserve to be draft picks.

[NDSU1980]

Heard a rumor Tuszka to the Vikes at 203

edit: nope, it’s a wish, not a done deal

The vikings would prefer to be a team that permanently sucks rather than draft an NDSU player.

[bruinbison]

Minnesota still has four 7th round picks left.
They lost 2 DE’s this offseason, unless Everson Griffen doesn’t find a market and re-signs. So far they have drafted one DE in the 4th round and a DT later. So still could happen, Tuszka would look good on their practice squad. And with bigger rosters this season, who knows......

[Professor Chaos]

I wonder if lack of pro days is hurting these smaller school prospects??? By my count there have been 5 players out of 212 picked so far that didn't play at the FBS level.

[Christopher Moen]

Chargers made their last pick and they go WR. I was expecting them to be Tuszka’s landing spot.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[HerdistheWord]

I thought the combine would help Tuszka, but I guess the size is still king in the NFL. I hope he still gets drafted, but I think he was a 5th round talent.

[wagsabison]

I wonder if lack of pro days is hurting these smaller school prospects??? By my count there have been 5 players out of 212 picked so far that didn't play at the FBS level.

What’s the number previous years? I’d guess it definitely doesn’t help.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[bruinbison]

Minnesota still has four 7th round picks left.
They lost 2 DE’s this offseason, unless Everson Griffen doesn’t find a market and re-signs. So far they have drafted one DE in the 4th round and a DT later. So still could happen, Tuszka would look good on their practice squad. And with bigger rosters this season, who knows......

Sigh......Vikings draft a different DE in 7th

[NorthernBison]

Sigh......Vikings draft a different DE in 7th

B1G DL of the year. Probably not a terrible pick.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[HerdistheWord]

Ben DiNucci drafted over Tuszka. Oh man...

[Professor Chaos]

I thought the combine would help Tuszka, but I guess the size is still king in the NFL. I hope he still gets drafted, but I think he was a 5th round talent.
It's usually in the mid teens to low 20s (including FCS, D2, D3, and NAIA) IIRC. It's at 6 right now (4 FCS) with 13 picks remaining.

[Bison20]

Ben DiNucci drafted over Tuszka. Oh man...

How did dinucci even get drafted, that guy sucks

[Professor Chaos]

How did dinucci even get drafted, that guy sucks
It's the Cowboys... they were impressed by his ability to choke in the biggest moments and make excuses.

[HerdistheWord]

It's the Cowboys... they were impressed by his ability to choke in the biggest moments and make excuses.

Thanks. I needed this.

[23Bison]

Broncos!!!!

[Christopher Moen]

Thank You ELWAY!!!


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[WeAreThePride]

TAKEN!! Second to last pick. To the Broncos.

[MNLonghorn10]

Fucking Vikings. Seriously

[CalBison97]

We Bisonville Bronco fans (and there are a lot of us) are excited!

[HerdistheWord]

Well, it is about time.

[Christopher Moen]

We Bisonville Bronco fans (and there are a lot of us) are excited!

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200425/687d38ac57ef9fc34f0610a61225f225.gif


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[ndsubison1]

1 away from Mr. Irrelevant.

[Bison20]

Wish he would have been last pick, mr irrelevant. Then proven everyone wrong

[WeAreThePride]

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200425/687d38ac57ef9fc34f0610a61225f225.gif


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I very much enjoy watching this.

[23Bison]

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200425/687d38ac57ef9fc34f0610a61225f225.gif


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I’m just posting this with your quote so this pops up more!!!

[GreenfieldBison]

Broncos!!!!

Alright!!! Congratulations Derrick!! Go show them what a bargain they got.

[IzzyFlexion]

i’m just posting this with your quote so this pops up more!!!

twss.......

[Bisonator98]

The lack of pro days and team visits really hurt the small school guys. Very few picked this year compared to most years. Lots of guys that probably would have been drafted on a typical year went undrafted.

[Christopher Moen]

Alright!!! Congratulations Derrick!! Go show them what a bargain they got.

Bargain? More like a steal!!!


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[ThunderDan]

Congrats Derrek! Go get em!

[DCinOK]

Bison Tyrone Braxton was the second to last player drafted in his draft year (when they had more rounds)...and by the Broncos as well. He had an outstanding career in the NFL.

[SDbison]

Not much respect by NFL for FCS players this year. I guess FCS is just a development league for FBS now.

[Kevin]

Not much respect by NFL for FCS players this year. I guess FCS is just a development league for FBS now.

The lack of pro day's pretty much doomed the FCS to FA deals.

[SDbison]

The lack of pro day's pretty much doomed the FCS to FA deals.

Derrick had some pretty good numbers at the combine......7th round, nearly last pick ......wow! Wish him the best, and hope he does well in the NFL!

[Christopher Moen]

A lot of good praises in the comments section: https://www.milehighreport.com/2020/4/25/21236744/denver-broncos-select-defensive-lineman-derrek-tuszka-in-the-seventh-round-of-the-2020-nfl-draft

[HerdBoy]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=McNP26ITbRc

[thebootfitter]

I’m just posting this with your quote so this pops up more!!!

What pops up???

[Christopher Moen]

What pops up???

Headlights.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[23Bison]

Beautiful headlights

[23Bison]

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200425/687d38ac57ef9fc34f0610a61225f225.gif


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Because it’s Tuesday

[Mr Meaty]

Because it’s Tuesday

Thank you very much!!!

[Christopher Moen]

Beautiful headlights

It's my go-to happy place.

[23Bison]

It's my go-to happy place.

Can I join you? :cheers:

[heffray]

Can I join you? :cheers:

Gross.....

[23Bison]

Gross.....

Hahahaha. I could see where the confusion would be I guess.

[Christopher Moen]

Can I join you? :cheers:

https://pens.hockey/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/tenor.gif

[23Bison]

https://pens.hockey/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/tenor.gif

:bleh::bleh:

[bri-dog]

Here's an interview (Derrek starts at about the 101:30 mark) with Denver radio announcer Dave Logan from a few days ago...

https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1248-logan-lewis-48955822/episode/josh-disbrow-ceo-of-aytu-biosciences-61925237/

[Christopher Moen]

Just read that his jersey number will be 48.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[heffray]

Just read that his jersey number will be 48.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Is he converting to LB?

[westnodak93bison]

Is he converting to LB?They may play a 3-4?

Sent from my SM-G965U using Tapatalk

[Christopher Moen]

Is he converting to LB?

He’s listed as an OLB.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[Christopher Moen]

They may play a 3-4?

Sent from my SM-G965U using Tapatalk

From my understanding, it’s a one-gap 3-4 defense.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[heffray]

From my understanding, it’s a one-gap 3-4 defense.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Interesting.

[Christopher Moen]

https://mobile.twitter.com/mikeklis/status/1269323963852828672


Was informed 7th round rookie OLB Derrek Tuszka has also been participating unofficial team workouts with Denver defensive player group. Reminds me of rookie TE Julius Thomas staying at Brady Quinn’s place for Camp Dawkins during 2011 lockout.

[GreenfieldBison]

https://www.milehighreport.com/2020/6/7/21282673/broncos-roster-derrek-tuszka

[El_Chapo]

holy crap did the Tuszka brothers catch fish at Lake of the Woods last weekend.
10 fish over 25 inches.. dayum

[Big Bird]

Sounds like Tuszka has been waived too

https://twitter.com/MikeKlis/status/1302270726154711040

[southcliffbison]

Sounds like Tuszka has been waived too

https://twitter.com/MikeKlis/status/1302270726154711040

Hopefully, practice squad.

[bruinbison]

In checking 3 sites for Denver practice squad predictions,
Tuszka was a yes for all 3.
They will get announced this afternoon

Sports Illustrated had this quote:



Derrek Tuszka | OLB
It came down to numbers as to why Tuszka isn’t on the roster. Also, there's the fact that Vic Fangio basically said this week that Tuszka isn't ready for NFL action yet and needs to get stronger and better at "everything".


(Bison fan in me thinking this kinda sounds like a Coach who doesn’t want him to be claimed on waivers...)

Practice squad players make $8,400 per week or $134,400 for 16 games. Veteran players with over two years of experience will make $12,000 per week or $192,000 for 16 games.

[bruinbison]

Derrek Tuszka added to practice squad

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.milehighreport.com/platform/amp/2020/9/6/21425083/broncos-practice-squad-tracker

[WeAreThePride]

Von Miller has an ankle injury, possibly season ending. Derek might get a roster spot due to depth concerns.

[bruinbison]

Von Miller has an ankle injury, possibly season ending. Derek might get a roster spot due to depth concerns.

Derrek Tuskza one of 4 protected players on the Broncos Practice Squad......

From a Von Miller injury article:



......What does it mean next week?
Even if the Broncos wanted to bring in a veteran pass-rusher like Clay Matthews, Terrell Suggs or Cameron Wake this week, it would be tough to have them complete the COVID-19 protocols to be available Monday. But don’t count out a veteran being signed in time to face Pittsburgh in Week 2.......


https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.denverpost.com/2020/09/09/von-miller-injury-broncos-reaction/amp/

[SoCalBison]

Maybe Derrek gets to dress for a game or 2..can't
hurt.

[coloradobison]

Maybe Derrek gets to dress for a game or 2..can't
hurt.

There are not many in the market who think he will / or the Broncos want him to this year. They want him to have a redshirt year. That said, injuries in the NFL make a big difference and he could be suiting up. It looks like they brought a guy in who played for the HC in Chicago...

[Bison03]

He is on the active roster for tonights game!!

[NDSUSR]

He is on the active roster for tonights game!!
If you had
One shot
Or one opportunity
To seize everything you ever wanted
In one moment....

[TAILG8R]

If you had
One shot
Or one opportunity
To seize everything you ever wanted
In one moment....


Mom's spaghetti?

Sent from my Pixel 2 using Tapatalk

[bruinbison]

Tuszka in on the opening ko
#48

[bruinbison]

Tuszka with the diving arm tackle on the latest punt by Denver

[23Bison]

Every little bit helps. Couple more of those and he’s got his foot in the door.

[Hammerhead]

Seems like the Broncos have had more former Bison on their roster at some point than any other NFL team.

[HerdistheWord]

Tuszka was activated again for tomorrow. I believe this is the last time that he can be activated like this without being subjected to waivers. Broncos may need to keep him on the roster to play special teams.

[HerdistheWord]

Looks like injuries have forced Tuszka to join the 53.

https://mobile.twitter.com/MikeKlis/status/1311367728087920648

[NDSUSR]

Looks like injuries have forced Tuszka to join the 53.

https://mobile.twitter.com/MikeKlis/status/1311367728087920648

Its the 3rd time right? So he should be active for the rest of the year?

[bruinbison]

Its the 3rd time right? So he should be active for the rest of the year?

iirc he can be sent back to the practice squad the 3rd time, but only after passing through waivers. So if you like a player and don’t want to lose him......

[GreenfieldBison]

Wearing #48 and getting snaps. Two tackles tonight so far.

[mtoutfitter]

According to the box score he doesn't have any tackles?

[GreenfieldBison]

According to the box score he doesn't have any tackles?

That must have been for the year. The site I was looking at was not real clear whether it was current game or cumulative. I saw him in on a couple of stops but he must not have been credited for any part of them. I did not see him in the game again after that post.

[FrozenTech]

That must have been for the year. The site I was looking at was not real clear whether it was current game or cumulative. I saw him in on a couple of stops but he must not have been credited for any part of them. I did not see him in the game again after that post.

I am fairly certain he was in the special teams for kick offs. Didn't see him on punts.

[HerdistheWord]

I am fairly certain he was in the special teams for kick offs. Didn't see him on punts.

He did get in for one pass rush near the end of the game as well, but he was stone-walled.

[El_Chapo]

everyone saying Derrek had his 1st sack but NFL stats has it under Chickilo guy... hmmm

[coloradobison]

everyone saying Derrek had his 1st sack but NFL stats has it under Chickilo guy... hmmm

bad snap to Newton in shotgun caused the ball to roll around on the ground and Newton fell on it, Tuszka tapped him down... I think that was the sack

[HerdistheWord]

bad snap to Newton in shotgun caused the ball to roll around on the ground and Newton fell on it, Tuszka tapped him down... I think that was the sack

ESPN has it as a tackle for loss.

[IzzyFlexion]

Tuszka part of the Bronco's kickoff team that just allowed a 102 yard TD return for KC's Pringle.

[AKBison]

Tuszka part of the Bronco's kickoff team that just allowed a 102 yard TD return for KC's Pringle.

His lane?....

[IzzyFlexion]

His lane?....

Logjam formed on his (Pringle's) right (as he was right of the right hash), so he (Pringle) broke to his left and was gone.
Video showed Tuszka in the midst of the heavy traffic.

[El_Chapo]

he get hurt?

[IzzyFlexion]

Not that I know of.

[HerdistheWord]

Tuszka was placed on the IR with a hamstring injury.

https://www.denverbroncos.com/news/broncos-place-nt-mike-purcell-olb-derrek-tuszka-on-ir-sign-sylvester-williams-to

[El_Chapo]

he get hurt?

dangit izzy. i knew it. i think insaw the actual play

[IzzyFlexion]

dangit izzy. i knew it. i think insaw the actual play

Sorry.
The only vid I saw was the KO/TD return.

[El_Chapo]

https://twitter.com/TroyRenck/status/1422619843245735940?s=20

[El_Chapo]

congrats on your 1st Steelers tackle young man!

[El_Chapo]

how'd he do today? anyone watch?

[totoinfl]

how'd he do today? anyone watch?

https://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2021/09/28/steelers-sign-derrek-tuszka-to-53-man-roster/

[El_Chapo]

TJ watt went out and Derrek has played almost every snap tonight vs vikings

[westnodak93bison]

TJ watt went out and Derrek has played almost every snap tonight vs vikingsDoing ok from what I've seen

Sent from my SM-G965U using Tapatalk

[Big Bird]

On the year, Tuszka has seen his overall PFF grades improve over last year.

2021 Grades:
Overall defense Grade
57.4

Run Defense Grade
62.6

Pass Rush Grade
48.0

Coverage Grade
65.4

His overall grade for 2020, granted in fewer snaps, was 49.2, which is bad

[tony]

Man, he really accelerated into Mayfield on that sack last night.

[El_Chapo]

he did really good, even were double teaming him at the end!

[CalBison97]

DT’s QB sack:

https://twitter.com/ndsufootball/status/1478419727936589827?s=21

[Minimum8Pete]

DT’s QB sack:

https://twitter.com/ndsufootball/status/1478419727936589827?s=21

:judges::judges::judges::judges::judges::judges::j udges::judges::judges::judges:

[KSBisonFan]

Waived by the Titans today.

Steelers Depot: Titans Waive Former Steelers OLB Derrek Tuszka On Monday.
https://steelersdepot.com/2022/09/titans-waive-former-steelers-olb-derrek-tuszka-on-monday/

[El_Chapo]

Waived by the Titans today.

Steelers Depot: Titans Waive Former Steelers OLB Derrek Tuszka On Monday.
https://steelersdepot.com/2022/09/titans-waive-former-steelers-olb-derrek-tuszka-on-monday/

he finally played & got tackles. wtf

[Professor Chaos]

Looks like the Chargers claimed him: https://twitter.com/FieldYates/status/1574860377745199116

I believe that means they have to make room for him on the 53 man active roster right???

[Rixen]

Looks like the Chargers claimed him: https://twitter.com/FieldYates/status/1574860377745199116

I believe that means they have to make room for him on the 53 man active roster right???

I believe if claimed off waivers it is directly to the 53 man active roster, yes. That is also where he shows up on the Chargers depth chart right now. If he cleared waivers and then picked up it would be possible to go to the practice squad. To be honest I forget many of the rules though.