Zaven Collins
24-Year-Old
2023 Defense Stats
TCKL
41
SACKS
3.5
INT
1
FF
0
TD
0
2024 Projections
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Option not picked up
The Cardinals have opted not to pick up Collins' fifth-year option, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports.
ANALYSIS
This move is somewhat of a surprise, as Collins' started all 33 games he has played the previous two seasons, and he projects to continue starting at defensive end in 2024. He did see his production decrease this past year in the tackle department, dropping from 100 (63) in 2022 to 41 (27 solo) in 2023. The 24-year-old is now heading into a contract year and will look to prove his value accordingly.
This move is somewhat of a surprise, as Collins' started all 33 games he has played the previous two seasons, and he projects to continue starting at defensive end in 2024. He did see his production decrease this past year in the tackle department, dropping from 100 (63) in 2022 to 41 (27 solo) in 2023. The 24-year-old is now heading into a contract year and will look to prove his value accordingly.
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Measurables Review
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How do Zaven Collins' measurables compare to other defensive ends?
This section compares his draft workout metrics with players at the same position. The bar represents the player's percentile rank. For example, if the bar is halfway across, then the player falls into the 50th percentile for that metric and it would be considered average.
* All metrics are from his Pro Day (not the combine).
Height
6' 4"Weight
260 lbs40-Yard Dash
4.65 secShuttle Time
4.36 secVertical Jump
35.0 inBroad Jump
122 inBench Press
19 repsHand Length
9.38 inArm Length
33.63 in
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Could stick in Arizona
Arizona wants to sign Collins to a contract extension despite declining his fifth-year option, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Collins has been used as both an inside and outside linebacker in Arizona's scheme during his three years as a pro. He most recently played the latter position and made an impact as both a pass rusher and in coverage. General manager Monti Ossenfort said that the team has discussed a potential extension with Collins, but that the team did not want to lock in a $13 million cap charge for the 2025 season. Regardless of whether a new deal ultimately gets done, Collins will play a key role on Arizona's defense in 2024.
Collins has been used as both an inside and outside linebacker in Arizona's scheme during his three years as a pro. He most recently played the latter position and made an impact as both a pass rusher and in coverage. General manager Monti Ossenfort said that the team has discussed a potential extension with Collins, but that the team did not want to lock in a $13 million cap charge for the 2025 season. Regardless of whether a new deal ultimately gets done, Collins will play a key role on Arizona's defense in 2024.
Past Fantasy Outlooks
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Drafted 16th overall in 2021, Collins didn't start as an inside linebacker until his second season, when he reached triple-digit sacks while showing well in coverage. After spending the last two seasons in Philadelphia having to watch Micah Parsons move all around the Dallas defense, new head coach Jonathan Gannon saw in Collins a similarly athletic game-wrecker he could deploy off the edge as well as in the middle. How many snaps the Tulsa product sees in each role is to be determined, but an increase on his sack total of two from 2022 should help compensate for any lost tackles.
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Will play at Philadelphia
Collins (ankle) does not carry an injury designation into Sunday's game at Philadelphia, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
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Raises to limited practice session
Collins (ankle) returned to practice in a limited fashion Thursday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
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Misses practice Wednesday
Collins (ankle) did not participate at the Cardinals' practice Wednesday, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
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Exits game with foot injury
Collins (foot) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Bears, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
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Practices fully Wednesday
Collins (eye) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
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