2015 Draft
UDFA 16. Xavier Williams NT No. Iowa

Cards need run stuffing presence. Williams appears to be a wide-bodied clogger with potential to fit in if he sticks with it. Arkush describes him as "Lazy." Lindy's mentions his "relentless motor." Make your choice.

6020 325....

Forty: 5.18.....

Here's what four draft guides have to say:

Pro Football Now (Arkush): (14th ranked DT)..."Dominant vs. small school competition, but just ordinary in more elevated company...good instincts and reactions, best vs. run...not a pass rusher...average use of hands...can look lazy at times...can play too high...has natural size and traits but must play with more intensity and consistency...Late round pick with some upside...projects to 3-4 backup..."

Lindy's: (16th ranked DT)..."Showed consistent improvement from year to year...developed into NFL prospect thru hard work...active feet...relentless energy...functional upper body strength a question-mark...scheme-versatile...well-proportioned frame...length to extend...active hands...high motor and consistent effort...understands leverage...stays under control...8 career blocked kicks....lacks ideal bulk (!!???) and doesn't play with brute strength...needs to play lower with consistent knee-bend...bad habit of lowering helmet on contact and losing sight of ball...must work on pass rush techniques.

Beckett's Draft Guide - Not listed.

Pro Football Draft Guide - (Ranked #23 tackle)..."Lacks great movement but is relentless in the trenches, combining power and good leverage....won't have big impact as a pass rusher butcould develop into a starting run=stuffing nose..."

Bottom Line: Depends on which write-up you believe...Whatever the case - if the effort is there, you have to love his upside.