Strengths:
All you have to do is look at the tape to realize Boucher possesses an unrivaled ability to make plays on the defensive side of the ball-let’s face it, dude’s a playmaker. Boucher also performed at a high level against top competition. Boucher led the Mud Dogs to an upset victory over Clemson, blocked and returned a FG attempt for the win against Iowa, threw a player in the stands against Louisville, and threw the game winning touchdown against Louisiana in one of the biggest upsets in modern college football history. Boucher also set NCAA records for sacks in a single game and season.
Weaknesses:
Several scouts have expressed major concern regarding Boucher’s size. At 5’10, 185 lbs, Boucher is vastly undersized for a linebacker prompting some to even suggest a move to safety. Others feel that Boucher’s size will not be an issue, as evidenced in the Bourbon Bowl, where Boucher power bombed All American Louisiana DE Greg Meany, a first round pick this season.
In addition, some have questioned Boucher’s ability to adjust to the new player safety rules. Boucher’s violent style of play that has been self described as “tacklin’ fuel” relies heavily on launching, targeting, and helmet-to-helmet collisions. If Boucher struggles to adjust to the new rules, he may struggle to stay on the field, as flags and suspensions will surely be headed his way.
Synopsis:
Boucher’s instincts and playmaking ability will make him an impact player. The only real question is in what capacity. Make no mistake though, Boucher could very easily contend for sack titles and defensive MVP awards sooner than later.
