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Skinny: One of the best pure pass-rushers with his hand in the dirt, Romeus often commands double-team attention. In addition, the reigning Big East Co-Defensive Player of the Year is also effective against the run. With prototypical size and speed, Romeus would have most likely been a first round selection had he decided to opt for the NFL Draft after his junior season.

SCOUT'S TAKE

Many wondered why Romeus returned for his redshirt senior campaign following his season as Big East Defensive Player of the Year. It says here that it was a wise decision considering that the Pittsburgh defensive end only started playing football during his senior year of high school. Romeus understands that he has to add some seasoning to his game and improve his all-around technique to tap into his full potential. The first thing that stands out about the All-Big East man is that he passes the eye test with flying colors. Standing at 6’6” and 270 pounds the Pittsburgh defensive end has the prototypical body of an NFL edge rusher. Romeus is an outstanding combination of burst, fluidity, length and strength. His lack of top-end speed may keep make him from developing into a double-digit sack man on a yearly basis at the next level, but he counters that with his deft run-stuffing ability. Romeus has improved each year since arriving at Pittsburgh and if he builds on last season, this Panther should emerge as a first rounder in 2011.

2009: The former basketball player is still developing as football player, with his pass rushing skills serving as the strength of his game. The sky’s the limit for Romeus, who recorded 15.5 tackles for a loss as a sophomore, along with 7.5 sacks, and three blocked kicks. Romeus has a lightening quick first step, long arms, and outstanding hops to be nightmare for most offensive tackles. At 6’ 6” and 270 pounds, Romeus has prototypical size and is an exceptional athlete. He also has a tremendous wingspan, which allows him to keep offensive linemen from getting into his body, as well as knock down passes when he doesn’t get all the way to the quarterback. He is still growing, but the extra bulk doesn’t seem to be affecting his quickness. In fact, a little extra strength training has reportedly added to his burst.

NEWS

04.21.10 - When Greg Romeus watches film of himself from last season, he says he sees all kinds of mistakes. Poor technique, bad footwork, not finishing off plays -- those things all jump out at him. That's why the defensive end decided to return to the Pittsburgh Panthers for his senior year instead of entering the NFL Draft this winter. "Next year, I'll be more prepared," he said. "The more experience I have, the better chance I have [of being a high draft pick]." Romeus is still relatively new to the sport, having not played football until his senior year in high school. So his ceiling remains ridiculously high, which must be a sobering thought to opponents already having trouble containing him. – ESPN

01.12.10 - The news that Greg Romeus plans to return to Pittsburgh for his senior year instead of entering the NFL draft is huge lift to the Panthers' 2010 hopes. Romeus was co-defensive player of the year in the Big East this past season, sharing the honor with teammate and defensive tackle Mick Williams. He had eight sacks and 11.5 tackles for loss this season, and one offensive coordinator told me that Romeus was the hardest guy in the league to prepare for.

11.10.09 - Pittsburgh has recorded a whopping 39 sacks through the first nine game of the season and most of the pressure comes from their front four led by junior Greg Romeus, who has a team-high 7.5 sacks, nine quarterback hurries and four passes deflections.