1.   Although Westbrook is a fine cornerback, NFL scouts like his hitting ability, which projects him as a great free safety.

2.   His hitting ability alone should guarantee that he is a high draft choice.

3.   They liked his hitting ability, even though he lacked coverage skills.

4.   Thus, there are no questions about his hitting ability.

5.   Westbrook has been likened to Ronnie Lott because of his tenacity and his hitting ability.