5/70. Hau'oli Kikaha, Washington, 6-2, 253, 4.74, 2-3That's ha-OH-lee KEY-kah-HA: His serious focus and determination may be reflected in fact he changed last name before 2013 season to Kikaha, his mother's maiden name, from Jimora, the last name of the father he didn't meet until age 16. Nothing has come easily for Kikaha, who moved all over the country as a child before settling in southern California. Even in college he had season-ending ACL injuries in 2011 and 2012. Even when he led the nation with 19 sacks last season, it was more the result of his relentless pursuit than startling speed or fancy moves. His 25 tackles for a loss was No. 2 in the nation.
Measuring up: April 2 pro day will be interesting because the flu prevented Kikaha from working out at Indianapolis combine. Regardless, scouts believe his productivity -- which is a notable 36 sacks in two seasons -- probably exceeds anything measured in a workout.
Notable quote: "I've heard about being developed into an inside linebacker. It's a possibility and I would love to be able to call defenses and kind of control what's going on within reason and kind of know everything because I want to develop into that kind of a player. But whatever teams want I will let them have it." -- Kikaha at combine, when asked if teams are mentioning various positions.
Frankly: Take him so you don't face him. Kikaha isn't as fast or fluid as you like for an outside linebacker and not built to be defensive end, but his attention-getting physicality and non-stop determination not only wears on offenses, but sets tone for his own defense.
