Create a 10-word scroll-stopping headline for: Nic Scourton on hard lessons, new moves, and learning from Jaelan Phillips  | Vibe NC

Signed in free agency, the former Dolphins’ and Eagles’ pass-rusher was considered a top guy on the market. He and Scourton aren’t the same player, something the latter is quick to point out, but that doesn’t mean they can’t complement each other.

“I think for Jaelan, he is so strong mentally, like, a very mentally strong guy, a great leader, he’s been around for a little minute,” explained Scourton. “I say in terms of like ball, though, obviously different archetypes. He’s 6-5, I’m 6-3, but it’s just, really just his set line. Like, man, he gets up on guys quick with those long strides, and he can power you.

“He can go inside, he can take you outside, I mean, he’s just ridiculous, and I break down his tape a lot because I want to see who I’m rushing by.”

Having that on the line with him, in addition to a healthy Jones who can scoot inside, will—in theory—open up lanes for the young Scourton.