Summary

Jeremiah Owusu‑Koramoah was drafted in the 2021 NFL Draft, Round 2, (pick 52) out of Notre Dame. Owusu-Koramoah brings a standout blend of athleticism, coverage ability, and disruptive playmaking to the linebacker position. His profile is well‑suited to the modern NFL where linebackers are required to defend space, cover tight ends, and roam sideline to sideline rather than remain strictly in the box. His college accolades (Butkus Award, All‑American honors) and his early NFL contributions support his projection as a dynamic defensive weapon.

However, his path is not without caveats. His size and engagement strength make him less ideal in purely traditional run‑down linebacker roles, and his best contributions may come when his role emphasizes coverage, movement, and space rather than heavy, anchor‑centric tasks. His true ceiling may hinge on how his team uses him, how often he’s on the field in base defenses, and how he continues to refine his technique in run‑support situations.

In short: JOK (as he’s often known) projects as a high‑impact defender — especially in modern defensive schemes — with starter upside. But his limitations in size and block‑shedding may keep him from being the stereotypical “every‑down thumper” linebacker unless he shapes his role accordingly.

Strengths

• Elite coverage and sideline‑to‑sideline range: Owusu‑Koramoah is consistently praised for his athleticism and ability to cover ground in space. He shows the instincts and agility of a safety while playing linebacker. Denver Broncos

• Versatility: He has played a variety of roles — box, slot, strong safety/hybrid linebacker — which makes him a flexible piece in modern defenses. Denver Broncos

• Instincts, pursuit, and playmaking: He has demonstrated the ability to diagnose plays, close quickly, and make disruptive plays (tackles for loss, forced fumbles, sacks) when given the chance. Cleveland Browns

• Ball skills and coverage ability: For a linebacker, he shows above‑average ability in coverage — able to defend running backs, tight ends and receivers, make plays on the ball.

Weaknesses

• Size / bulk concerns for an every‑down inside linebacker: At his listed size (~221 lbs), many evaluators consider him undersized for a traditional every‑down MIKE linebacker role, particularly in heavy run‑defense situations.theidpshow.com

• Block engagement and strength vs. bigger targets: Some scouting reports note he can struggle with shedding blocks or anchoring against larger offensive linemen or interior runs.

• Over‑pursuit / angles and consistency issues: While his speed is a strength, it can also translate into over‑pursuit or getting out of his lane if his discipline slips. theidpshow.com

• Role plateau risk / scheme‑dependence: Because his build and skill‑set are more aligned with hybrid/coverage roles rather than typical thumper LB roles, his ultimate impact may depend heavily on scheme fit (how many snaps he plays, how he’s used). Dawgs By Nature

Fit & Outlook

• Fit:

• Best suited to defenses that deploy multiple fronts, use nickel/dime personnel often, have sub‑package roles, and favor hybrid linebackers who can drop into coverage.

• Less optimal for systems that demand a linebacker who must engage big blockers every down and dominate purely in power‑run sets without frequent relief.

• Outlook:

• Short‑Term: Expect JOK to continue being an important defensive piece for the Browns, especially in passing situations and sub‑packages. His production in 2023 (e.g., tackles for loss, sacks) confirms his impact. Cleveland Browns

• Medium‑Term: If his role expands into more every‑down usage, and if he adds strength and improves block‑engagement effectiveness, he could become one of the more versatile linebackers in the league.