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                    2012 DraftOFFENSIVE TACKLES
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					| Matt Kalil 
					6065 306 USC (Arm: 34½) |  
					| 
								
									| 
									
							
							
							Combine: 4.99 Forty| 30 Reps| 27.0 VJ| No BJ. 7.33 
							3C| 4.65 20Sh |  Pro Day - Solidified 
									himself as the player who will be the first 
									non-quarterback drafted in April during 
									Southern California’s pro day on Wednesday. 
									Kalil’s arms measured at 34 5/8 inches, good 
									for a 80 1/8-inch wingspan. He stood on 
									everything he did at the NFL Scouting 
									Combine, and I believe that this draft will 
									mark the first time in league history that 
									one school has had two offensive linemen 
									picked in the top 10 in back-to-back years. 
									Tyron Smith was picked ninth overall by the 
									Cowboys last year. 
									BRS (Gollin) –
									Probably will be long gone by the 
									time we pick at #13, but write-ups suggest 
									he’d fit the bill perfectly and might be 
									worth trading up a few rungs to get. A lot 
									will depend on how the guys rated behind him 
									grade out. 
									
									
									Pro Football Draft Guide 
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									Physically has everything 
									teams look for in a pass protector. 
									That’s enough to make him the first OT off 
									the board. Quality LT prospect with the 
									requisite length and athleticism but 
									sometimes slow to react. 
									
									
									From nfl.com - 
									Undisputed top tackle prospect. An 
									early-entry junior. Has all the physical 
									tools to achieve success at the next level 
									and has continued to develop his game 
									technically throughout his career. NFL 
									pedigree (Dad played semi-pro/ brother, 
									Ryan, is a Pro Bowl center. Should be the 
									first lineman off the board and could easily 
									be a top-five pick. 
									
									Kalil is tall with an impressive frame he 
									carries well. Equally thick and strong from 
									his upper body down through his thighs, and 
									has thin calves and ankles (which suggest 
									he’s a light-footed mover). Explodes off the 
									ball every snap and gets to his destination 
									point with ease. Will provide a punishing 
									first blow to keep his man off balance in 
									the run game, and is very comfortable 
									getting to the second level to fit on 
									backers. Has a very technically sound kick 
									step in pass pro and slides very smoothly. 
									NFL-ready in terms of using hands 
									de-cleating potential. 
									
									Some concerns about how well he can anchor 
									and stall bull rushers (given his tendency 
									to play upright). Limited level of knee bend 
									could be a concern. Rarely snaps his hips 
									through as a run blocker and is more of a 
									mirror/positional blocker. Should work on 
									his knee bend and flexibility to handle the 
									more explosive ends at the next level. 
									
									
									ESPN (Scouts, Inc.) - Strong combination of 
									size and athleticism as a blind-side 
									protector. Prototypical LT feet, bends 
									naturally at the knees and plays with 
									balance. Quickly gets into sets and can ride 
									speed rushers past the pocket with long 
									arms. Uses a strong punch and has shutdown 
									strength once he gets into proper position. 
									Has the lateral mobility to slide and mirror 
									to stay in front of rushers. Can sink and 
									anchor to counter effective bull rushers. 
									Only time he gets into trouble is when he 
									oversets or lunges. |  
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									Strong and powerful inline run blocker who 
									moves defenders off the ball. Above-average 
									quickness with first step and lateral 
									movements /consistently gets into proper 
									position. Sometimes will initially engage 
									with too high of pad level but quickly 
									resets and regains leverage. Balanced /is 
									rarely seen on the ground. Excels as a 
									second level blocker. Good timing and angles 
									coming off of combo blocks / easily engulfs 
									LBs. Above-average athlete pulling in the 
									open field and adjusting well to cover up 
									targets. |  
									| 
									Instinctive / appears to have a thorough 
									understanding of assignments. Slightly 
									better as a run blocker than in pass pro. 
									Quickly locates and indentifies target in 
									the run game. Can adjust on the fly against 
									defensive line movement. Patient in pass 
									sets and does a nice job of staying at home 
									to pick up twists. Only concern in pass pro 
									is that he was late picking up defenders 
									from the third level a few times. |  
									| 
									It's obvious he takes pride in his craft. 
									Plays with an edge and works to sustain 
									blocks. Has a nasty side and is not afraid 
									to mix it up. Will finish when given the 
									opportunity. |  |  
					| Jonathon 
					Martin 6053 312 Stanford (Arm: 34) |  
					| Combine: Didn't participate in any drills. 
 
							
							
							
							Pro day  
							— Martin ran the 40-yard dash in 5.27 and 5.43 
							seconds. He notched a 30-inch vertical, an 8-8 broad 
							jump, a 4.68-second short shuttle and a 7.69-second 
							three-cone. Martin had 20 strength lifts, with arms 
							that measured 34 1/8 inches. The parents of the 
							likely first-round pick both went to Harvard and 
							practice law.
							
							
							Mayock Pre-Senior Bowl Position Rank: 3. 
 
								
									| 
									BRS (Gollin) – 
									He's been flying below the radar in many Top 
									10 mocks. (Maybe we'll get lucky and he'll 
									fall into our laps at #13). The sense I get is that he’s 
									sounder in pass pro and the mental aspects 
									of the position than Reiff, but is more a 
									smart, athletic technician than he is a 
									street-fighter. If the Cards are looking for 
									a LT, I’d rate him slightly higher than 
									Reiff, but if we were looking for someone to 
									become our starting RT, I could see us 
									rating Reiff a tad higher. 
									
									
									
									
									
									PFW Scout's Candid Comment -
									
									"I 
									don't like Martin. He is soft. I don't think 
									he's the athlete he's made out to be. He's 
									goiing to be drafted in the first round. I 
									would take him in the fourth. I would like 
									to play against him. I hope he comes to our 
									division." 
									
									
									Pro Football  
									Draft Guide 
									
									– Safe pick to become a starter and has LT 
									qualities but his less-than-elite 
									athleticism and power will limit his upside. 
									Big, steady NCAA
									 LT 
									who can run block, but has some limitations 
									in pass pro. 
									
									
									From nfl.com -
									
									
									One of two tackle prospects in this year's 
									class who could be considered elite. 
									Aggressive, smart, technically sound 
									Stanford product prospect who should be able 
									to contribute immediately. 
									 
									Has prototypical starting skills for the 
									position. Missed just two games in his 
									career and is extremely tough. Carries his 
									weight well and is one of the most 
									technically sound prospects in the draft. 
									Has a smooth, efficient pass-set that allows 
									him to get a solid, balanced base. Powerful 
									and aggressive vs. the run with very good 
									feet for his size. Anchored a very polished 
									offensive line - an NFL-ready tackle who 
									possesses all the traits.  
									But will tend to pop upright on contact and 
									get slightly off balance (usually when 
									slanting in the run game). Not a real 
									powerful or violent puncher(at times his 
									punches will slow his feet and he can get 
									caught off guard). Not a quick-twitched 
									mover off the snap and could have some 
									issues against the league's best speed 
									rushers. 
									
									
									ESPN (Scouts, Inc.) - In pass pro, he quickly 
									gets into sets and plays with a wide base. 
									But doesn't always sink well and footwork is 
									inconsistent which can make him off-balance 
									and susceptible to effective power moves 
									Must be firmer protecting the edge and will 
									turn shoulders & provide rushers with a two 
									way go). Must be more patient in sets. But 
									he is a gifted athlete who is light on his 
									feet and can slide and mirror with defenders 
									once he’s gotten into position. Also uses a 
									quick and compact punch and resets quickly. 
									Bottom line is that he needs a lot of 
									technical work in pass prt but has good 
									upside due to athleticism." |  
									| 
									In the run game, he has excellent initial 
									quickness and takes proper angles to get 
									into solid initial position and open up. 
									Stays low with a wide base to get initial 
									surge to open up running lanes. Inline power 
									base is good but he could get stronger in 
									the core. Easy mover in space. Quickly 
									transitions to the second level and can 
									adjust on the move when pulling around edge. |  
									| 
									Natural football intelligence. 
									Assignment-sound in the run game. 
									Indentifies and locates targets at the 2nd 
									level. Can adjust on the fly against 
									defensive line movement. Good awareness in 
									pass pro. Locates pressures from the 2nd and 
									3rd level. Patient enough to stay home 
									working against defensive line stunts, 
									games, twists etc. " |  
									| 
									
									We’d 
									
									 like to see 
									him play with an edge more consistently. 
									Good fighter when locked in a phone booth / 
									works to sustain blocks. Will clean up piles 
									on occasion. Not yet a consistent finisher. |  |  
					| Reilly Reiff 
					6056 313 Iowa (Arm: 33¼) |  
					| Combine: 5.23 Forty| 23 Reps| 26.5 VJ| 98.0" BJ| 
							7.87 3C| 4.75 20Sh| 
							
							
							
							Pro Day -A projected top-10 pick. Reiff excelled in his 
							position workouts and recorded a 29 1/2-inch 
							vertical jump and 26 strength reps. He is almost a 
							carbon copy of former Hawkeye and current Packers OT 
							Bryan Bulaga, but Reiff is a little bigger and has 
							better feet. 
							
							
							
								
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									BRS (Gollin) –
									Compared to Kalil – key drop-off 
									may whether he can handle speed-rushers off 
									the edge. 
									Arm length is only an inch less than most 
									top picks. 
									
									
									Pro Football  Draft Guide 
									
									– More upside than any OL in this year’s 
									draft. Technically raw,but big upside; a 
									pure athlete with length and power to become 
									a franchise LT. 
									
									
									From nfl.com -
									
									
									Started every game for Iowa following a 
									redshirt year where he was actually on the 
									defensive side of the ball. (Very durable 
									considering how heavily Iowa relied on its 
									run game). Smart -
									 should 
									be able to adapt to the NFL speed and 
									playbooks with ease. It’s unlikely that 
									Reiff will last past the first round of the 
									draft. 
									Big  body 
									who uses his frame well in pass pro. 
									Powerful blocker adept at rolling his hips 
									into his man to tap into his power and 
									explosion. Fluid enough to get out into 
									space and seal the edge or work up to 
									linebacker level. In pass pro, he keeps his 
									weight even to have a good anchor and stall 
									bull rushers. He has incredible body control 
									and is a true technician working within the 
									box. Uses his hands well but is more of a 
									catcher. 
									At Iowa, he was a very polished player who 
									didn't show many weaknesses. Not the 
									strongest prospect at the position, ( more 
									of a catch blocker in pass pro and won't 
									have the ability to decleat any ends in the 
									NFL). If any type of foe will give him 
									issues at the next level, it could be heavy 
									3-4 defensive ends who could out-leverage 
									him and blow him back. 
									
									
									ESPN (Scouts, Inc.) - Above average balance 
									for size /can mirror defenders. Resets feet 
									and absorbs bigger bull rushers. Long and 
									quick enough to protect the edge when 
									footwork is sound (appeared to make strides 
									in this area last year). But there are 
									concerns about his ability to protect blind 
									side at the next level. Kick step is still 
									inconsistent. Can get beaten around the 
									corner or overset to the outside and get 
									beaten inside. Sets a bit too high and 
									doesn't deliver a violent initial punch. 
									Vulnerable to speed-to-power pass rushers 
									who can get under his outside shoulder and 
									bend back inside.  |  
									| 
									Can get under defenders as a run blocker and 
									drive them off the ball when he keeps pads 
									down (he could be more consistent there).. 
									Agile enough to scoop backside 3-technique 
									and seal front side 5-technique as a zone 
									blocker. Takes adequate angles to second 
									level and can cut off backside linebacker. |  
									| 
									Keeps head up and on a swivel. Picks up 
									stunts in pass pro but struggles to adjust 
									when defensive front stunts on zone running 
									plays. |  
									| 
									Developed more of a mean streak as the 
									season progressed (and there’s more room to 
									improve). Can drive defenders eight yards 
									downfield and then put them on their back. 
									Can cover downfield and get under defender's 
									skin. |  
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					| Zebrie 
					Sanders 6055 320 Florida St.  (Arm: 35) |  
					| Combine: 5.41 Forty| 28 Reps| 27.0 VJ| 100.0" 
							BJ| 8.15 3C| 4.99 20Sh| 
							
							
							Pro Day -Sanders 
							has 34 5/8-inch arms, which is a good indicator of 
							future success as a pro. He must improve his 
							strength, but he looked very good in position drills 
							and projects as a second-round pick. 
								
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											| 
											BRS 
											(Gollin) – Apparently 
											projects as a starting RT, but 
											appears to have potential as a LT if 
											he can be successfully coached-up. 
											Interesting option (perhaps as a 
											trade-down target or later on 
											the first day). 
											
											
											Pro Football  Draft Guide 
											
											– Has all the tools to be a solid 
											NFL starter potentially at LT. Just 
											needs the right coaching staff. 
											Tackle prospect with the size, 
											length and athleticism, but slow to 
											react and shaky balance. 
											
											
											From nfl.com -
											
											
											Started all but two games at LT or 
											RT during his career.Quick for his 
											size, (though he could stand to put 
											on more weight). He excels in the 
											pass game, where he uses his size to 
											keep defenders at bay and does not 
											allow defenders to get by him. Smart 
											player who rarely gets out of 
											position and projects to be a 
											reliable option for teams at the 
											next level with the potential to 
											creep into the first round of the 
											draft. 
											An athletic big man. Holds his own 
											in the run game, but is a great pass 
											blocker who knows how to use his 
											hands and size to stay productive. 
											He has good feet and is very smooth 
											in his movements and pass-sets. Good 
											agility /can get his body on 
											defenders up field in the run and 
											screen game.  
											While smooth, he does not 
											necessarily display the strength and 
											explosiveness you want in a 
											first-round-type lineman. (Gets the 
											job done but will not “wow” anyone 
											with his ability to knock a defender 
											off the line). 
											
											
											ESPN (Scouts, Inc.) - Gets set quickly and 
											does a nice job with the angle of 
											his first step. Can shuffle 
											laterally but has limited 
											mirror-and-slide range. Not a 
											natural bender. Absorbs some 
											defenders and occasionally will give 
											some ground to more powerful bull 
											rushers, but he consistently gets 
											set and in good initial position. A 
											big OT with long arms, so he's 
											difficult to get around. Adept at 
											using his long arms to ride 
											defenders wide. Lacks an 
											overpowering punch and tends to set 
											his hands wide, which leads to some 
											problems with clutching, grabbing 
											and falling off of blocks. |  
											| 
											Leaves his feet a bit too often 
											(which usually occurs when he loses 
											leverage due to wide hand 
											placement). But overall he's a very 
											good run blocker.Great job with his 
											first step / consistently gets into 
											position. Shows good range for a RT. 
											Gets out quickly as a zone run 
											blocker and also covers a lot of 
											ground as a second-level blocker. 
											Big enough to engulf smaller 
											defenders. Adept at steering 
											defenders once he’slocked on. Fights 
											to finish." |  
											| 
											Intelligent and well prepared. Knows 
											his assignments. Good at chipping 
											and getting out to the second level 
											to find a LB to seal off in the run 
											game. Keeps his head on a swivel and 
											can switch off of guys. Does a very 
											nice job adjusting to the blitz. |  
											| 
											Hard worker. Mentally tough. Fights 
											through the whistle and looks to 
											finish his blocks. Not a classic 
											mauler but he flashes a mean streak 
											and does not play soft. |  |  |  
					| James Brown 
					6034 306 Troy (Arm: 34½) |  
					| 
							
							
							Combine: 5.30 Forty| 24 Reps| 25.5 VJ| 102.0" BJ| 
							7.70 3C| 4.78 20 Sh|   
							
							
							BRS (Gollin) -  
							Caught my 
							eye during Senior Bowl week.  
							
							
							Ranked #11 OT by US Today (NFLDraftScouts). Listed 
							as a guard by Scouts, Inc. and other draft mags.  No Scouts Inc. write-up, but I rate him my #1 
							sleeper and project him as a possible 3rd 
							or 4th round Cardinal pick.  
							
							
									
									
									
							
							PFW Scout's Candid Comment - 
							"I 
							like Brown on the inside, but he's a really good 
							athlete. He can stay on the outside. He's just 
							really raw, technique-wise. I wish he were more 
							nasty finishing, but he holds his own." 
							
							Pro Football  Draft Guide 
							– 
							
							
							
							
							
							Perhaps the highest developmental lineman available. 
							The tools are there for Brown to be a starter at RT 
							or OG in a zone system. College LT who doesn’t have 
							the length to stay there…outstanding feet…raw but 
							potential All Pro LG. 
							
							From nfl.com - 
							
							Rarely allowed a sack during his tenure as blindside 
							blocker, but he projects to guard in the NFL (he 
							doesn't quite have the height to stay outside at the 
							next level). He is a better run blocker than he is a 
							pass protector. If he can be taught the guard 
							position and excel there, his versatility gives him 
							added value. Figures to be taken toward the end of 
							the second round by a team looking for line depth. 
							 
							Has the initial quickness to move inside to guard 
							and jolt defenders back off the snap. A
							 solid run 
							blocker who can clear gaps and keep his man near him 
							once engaged. Defenders rarely fall off his blocks, 
							and he‘s effective moving up field and can sink his 
							hips to fit on a block. A competitive blocker who 
							always works to the whistle.  
							Brown didn't play inside at guard in college, so 
							there will be a learning curve. Only an average pass 
							blocker. Footwork is effective but he can often get 
							beat by falling forward and being too aggressive. If 
							he were to remain at tackle, he
							 could face 
							going up against bigger, more athletic ends.Mayock 
							Pre-Senior Bowl Position Rank: 4. |  
					| Mike Adams 
					6072 323 Ohio State (Arm: 34) |  
					| 
							
							
								Combine: 5.40 Forty |19 Reps 
								|28.5 VJ 
								| 100.0" BJ | 7.94 3C | 4.95 20Sh | No 60Sh 
								|
								
								
								Pro Day — Adams just got measured and worked out in 
								position drills, and he looked good but not 
								exceptional. He’s a good athlete with long arms. 
								One of the things teams are concerned about is 
								his inconsistency, which isn’t something that 
								can be addressed in a pro day work out. If you 
								look his tape from the Nebraska game last 
								season, he looked like a first-round pick. He 
								didn’t look quite as good, however, in the 
								Purdue tape.
								BRS (Gollin) -  
								Looks the part but may 
								lack game-production. Caught my 
							eye during Senior Bowl week.
							Seems like the high talent-plateau atop the first 
							round drops off a bit here. Brian Billick 
							impressed by his sheer size and strength. Needs
								more work in weight room. 
 Mayock 
							and staff were impressed during Senior Bowl week.
 
 
 
								
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									PFW Scout's Candid Comment - 
									
									"Put on a clinic against Whitney Mercilius." 
									
									
									Pro Football  Draft Guide 
									
									– Has the physical traits to become a 
									starter but his game doesn’t translate well. 
									He’s likely a future swing tackle. Elite LT 
									measurables but knocked off balance a little 
									too easily. Still has upside left. 
									 
									
									From 
									nfl.com -
									
									
									Has flashed talent at left tackle, not 
									allowing many sacks when actually on the 
									field. Suspensions for violating team rules 
									and his part in Ohio State's "Tattoo Five" 
									scandal, as well as various injuries, have 
									kept him on the sideline too often during 
									his career. A rather un-exciting prospect 
									who can do the job and has the frame for the 
									next level, but figures to be initially more 
									of a backup option and would struggle if 
									thrown into a starting role. Off his 
									big-time school background and frame, he has 
									late round potential. 
									Has a good frame and just-good enough 
									footwork to not get beat at the collegiate 
									level. Employs a decent pass-set to get back 
									and anchor himself against the bull rush and 
									the footwork to shuffle and keep his feet 
									chopping when driving a man downfield in the 
									run game.  
									But not a very exciting player who’s not 
									very explosive. 
									More of a catch and react blocker 
									than one who delivers blows, and needs to 
									play with more fire to succeed at the next 
									level. Suspensions and injuries will also 
									eat away at his draft stock. 
									
									
									ESPN (Scouts, Inc.) - Struggles to sink hips 
									in pass pro and can give too much ground but 
									absorbs and resets feet more times than not. 
									Can slide feet and stay in front of 
									defenders when they try to shoot inside. 
									Quick and long enough to ride edge rushers 
									past the pocket. Strong punch /can knock 
									edge rushers off course. But a bit of a 
									swinging door who may turn shoulders when 
									taking away the edge, hurting his ability to 
									counter when defensive end redirects inside 
									after starting outside. " |  
									| 
									Quick enough to get into position and can 
									wall off defenders in the run game. Can move 
									defenders off the ball but leg drive is 
									inconsistent / doesn't sink hips enough to 
									consistently generate push. Doesn't roll 
									hips and will slip off some blocks. Adequate 
									body control / can get into position 
									downfield but doesn't always take sound 
									angle when asked to cut off backside 
									linebacker. |  
									| 
									Sometimes seems lost as a run blocker and 
									has problems locating assignment when 
									defensive front shifts at the snap of the 
									ball. Inconsistent at picking up line 
									stunts. Will miss defensive tackle looping 
									around when he overcommits to DE. |  
									| 
									Won't back down from a challenge, bu, not a 
									traditional mauler and we’d like to see him 
									play with more of an edge.  |  |  
					| Nate Potter 
					6057 303 Boise State (Arm: 34½) |  
					| 
								
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									Combine: 5.36 Forty | 22 Reps | 28.5 VJ | 
									100.0"" BJ 
									|
									7.49 3C | 4.67 20Sh | 
									BRS (Gollin) - Available 
									Players Above Him on Board: 3 (J Brown OL, 
									Reynolds and Dennard). Third offensive 
									lineman drafted by Cards. He brings LT 
									finesse to the table (whereas Massie and 
									Kelemete are considered more explosive 
									straight-ahead maulers. 
									  
									
									Pro Day 
									
									
									
									did not do workouts because he hurt his back 
									lifting weights. 
									  
									
									
									
									
									Pro Football  Draft Guide – 
									
									
									Needs to add strength but has upside as a 
									potential LT in a finesse zone blocking 
									scheme 
									  
									
									
									From nfl.com -
									
									
									Reliable and athletic - started every game 
									the past two years at left tackle protecting 
									Kellen Moore. Takes good angles to the 
									second level and is a very heady player who 
									knows how to get to his blocks and has the 
									strength to stick on them. A bit underweight 
									at under 300 pounds and has fifth-round 
									talent – initially as a backup and 
									eventually a starter. 
									  
									Quick off the ball to get into his blocks 
									and sustain in the run game. Has the 
									strength and balance to stick with it and 
									get movement. A very technical blocker who 
									employs a good pass set and quick feet to 
									get in position. Adept at getting up field 
									to the second level and sticking on 
									linebackers, (which gives him versatile 
									value as a guard).  
									  
									
									But he’s non-explosive - gets movement from 
									his leg drive and not from initial contact. 
									Hasn’t pulled much at Boise State, and there 
									are some questions as to how his game will 
									translate right away at the next level. 
									  
									
									
									ESPN (Scouts, Inc.) - Long framed and is light 
									on his feet. But not an elite athlete or 
									natural knee-bender. Balance and lateral 
									quickness is just average and speed rushers 
									can give him problems off the edge. While he 
									doesn't sink well he appears to have the 
									frame and enough strength to anchor against 
									power moves. Strong hands / can control 
									defenders once he gets into proper position 
									and latch on.  |  
									| 
									Not a dominating road grader but has the 
									frame and strength to cover up defenders to 
									open up running lanes. Has the short-area 
									quickness to establish position but will 
									take poor initial angles on occasion. Shows 
									good strength at the POA but needs to play 
									with better pad level. Will lunge and lean 
									on defenders and fall off of blocks. 
									Surprisingly transitions well to the second 
									level and he takes solid angles in this 
									area. However, he is a limited athlete who 
									does not have great ability to adjust on the 
									move when playing in space.  |  
									| 
									Good poise as a run blocker. Effective zone 
									blocker who can adjust when defensive front 
									shifts at the snap of the ball. Keeps head 
									on a swivel in pass pro and can pick up 
									blitz. But he can be a quarter-count late 
									recognizing and reacting to defensive line 
									twists.  |  
									| 
									More of a finesse blocker than a mauler. 
									Mean streak but not consistently). Not a 
									finisher at this point. |  |  
					| Brandon 
					Mosley 6055 314 Auburn  (Arm: 34) |  
					| 
								
									| 
									
									
									Combine: 5.21 Forty | 30 Reps | 27.0 VJ | 
									103.0" BJ | 74.43 3C |4.78 20Sh | 
									Pro Day -
									
									
									
									
									He only did position drills, administered by 
									scouts, as there were no offensive line 
									coaches involved. Mosley has lots of upside 
									and his athleticism showed during drills, 
									but he needs to get stronger. Could go in 
									the middle rounds. 
									
									
									
									
									
									PFW Scout's Candid Comment - 
									"Could be a riser because there is no one 
									else. He's tight-ankled and plays tall, but 
									the mushroom club is going to fall in love 
									with his toughness."
							  
									
									 
									
									
									Pro Football  Draft Guide 
									
									– One of the most intriguing developmental 
									prospects in the draft. Could deliver a huge 
									reward to a patient team in 2 or 3 
									years.Converted TE still learning the 
									position. College RT but has the tools to 
									play LT if coached up. 
									
									
									From nfl.com -
									
									
									Has not been playing tackle long. Continues 
									to develop both physically and with his 
									skill-set. Expect him to be selected in the 
									seventh round by a team with the depth and 
									patience to develop his big body on the 
									outside. 
									Can mirror the defender and keep his man in 
									front of him. Not a violent blocker but can 
									move people enough to create a hole. Has 
									played in a spread offense where he was 
									responsible for walling defenders off and 
									getting to the second level (something he 
									excels at).  
									
									A clear developmental prospect for two 
									reasons: (1) He hasn't played the position 
									long, (2) he played in a spread. He will 
									have a serious developmental phase and a 
									tough time playing immediately. 
									
									
									ESPN (Scouts, Inc.) - Tall, long-armed OT. Not 
									a natural knee bender but does show good 
									natural agility for his size. Wide wingspan 
									/ difficult to get around. Adequate 
									quickness in his pass pro set. Must improve 
									his footwork and hand placement consistency. 
									Developmental project but has upside due to 
									his size potential, agility and balance. " |  
									| 
									Fires out of stance as a run blocker and 
									shows the quick feet to consistently get 
									into position. No mauler but he has the 
									frame to engulf smaller defensive linemen 
									with good upper body strength to lock out 
									and steer. Plays with balance and almost 
									always under control. Rarely leaves his 
									feet. Can get in position and hit a moving 
									target on the second level. |  
									| 
									Adequate awareness as a blocker in space and 
									should continue to improve with more game 
									experience. |  
									| 
									Aggressive, tough and physical player. 
									Fights to finish. Still learning his craft 
									but does not play tentatively. Plays the 
									game with tenacity.  |  |  
					| Matt Reynolds 
					6044 302 BYU (Arm: 33¼) |  
					| Combine: 
					5.37 Forty | 25 Reps | Didn't Jump | 
					
					Pro Day -Reynolds was at the NFL Scouting Combine. He ran the 40-yard 
					dash in 5.12 and 5.20 seconds, recorded a 29-inch vertical, 
					an 8-foot-11 broad jump, a 4.68-second short shuttle, a 
					7.55-second three-cone. His arms measured 33 1/8-inches 
					long, and he didn’t bench press. 
					He’s older, because he missed school to go on a religious 
					mission. He had a good workout, though he didn’t knock 
					anyone’s socks off. 
					
					
					
									
									Pro Football  Draft Guide 
					– 
					Potential starter in a power scheme, but it seems likely it 
					will be at RT or inside 
					
					
					From nfl.com -
					A bit undersized for the position and could potentially be 
					moved inside where his height wouldn't inhibit him. Has 
					fifth- or sixth-round talent but could have trouble if kept 
					outside to protect the quarterback at the next level. 
					Powerful run-blocker who can snap off the LOS into his man 
					quickly and leg drive sufficiently to keep his man occupied. 
					Decent athletic ability can get upfield nicely and position 
					on lLB’s, (which makes a switch inside even more viable). 
					 
					 Quick off the ball but a bit of a slow mover once 
					working up field. Can fall off blocks at times and must show 
					that he can sustain at the next level. Older than the 
					average rookie due to his Morman mission time away from 
					football. |  
					| Tony 
					Bergstrom 6053 313 Utah (Arm: 32) |  
					| Combine: 5.27 Forty 
					| 32 Reps | 29.5 VJ | 101.0" BJ | 
							4.87 20Sh | 
					
					
					
									
									
					
									
					
					PFW Scout's Candid Comment -
							    "The only reason I pushed him up into the 
					third-round is because of where Zane Beadles went (midway 
					through the second round). I would have liked to leave him 
					in the fourth. That's how he plays, but someone will jump 
					him early. The linemen always pop off fast." 
					
					
					
					
									Pro Football  Draft Guide 
					– 
					Not much upside here, but he could be a nice fit at RT or 
					inside for a run-heavy power-blocking scheme 
					
					
					From nfl.com -
					Like Reynolds, an older prospect (went on a religious 
					mission for two years). Reliable/ hasn't allowed many sacks. 
					Avery good mover in space who works well to the second level 
					-  could be an option 
					for teams to work at guard. A solid, reliable, risk-free 
					prospect who could eventually develop into a starter and 
					should settle into a backup role nicely early on;
					 a late-round value. 
					Moves well in space. Not very aggressive blocker, but when 
					pulling he is very good at chopping his feet, gatherimg his 
					weight and settling into a block to put himself into a 
					position to get movement and keep sustained. A technically 
					sound player who uses his hands well. Looks natural in his 
					pass set and gets his hands readied early to fight off 
					rushers. Not very strong, but relies on feet and technique 
					to work on the line and make reliable blocks. 
					 
					Lacks explosion and seems almost weak. Doesn’t get much of a 
					jolt when working off the ball and struggles to get a lot of 
					movement as a run blocker. Unaggressive blocker and is more 
					of a catcher who uses his feet and hands to react and 
					mirror. He is what he is: Reliable, big, and a student of 
					the game, but he isn't going to blow anyone away at the next 
					level. |  
					| Andrew Datko 
					6060 315 (Arm: 33¾) |  
					| 
								
									| 
									Combine: 5.32 Forty | Didn't Lift | 
									29.5 V | 100.0" BJ | 7.71 3 | 4.54 20Sh 
									|  
									Pro Day - 
									
									
									Datko did 20 strength reps. He performed 
									position drills, answering questions about 
									whether he can pass a physical after he had 
									shoulder surgery last year. 
									BRS (Gollin) – 
									Smart, lunch-pail type who may have 
									technique flaws but enough athleticism and 
									savvy to make it as a swing backup player or 
									even a future starter down the road. (Note 
									he’s not on the USA Today NFLDraftScouts.com 
									list of 26 tackles, guards or centers and 
									may, therefore, turn out to be a late round 
									or UDFA sleeper). 
									
									
									Pro Football  Draft Guide 
									
									– If he comes out, he should win over a 
									position coach and become a starter on the 
									right side. 
									
									
									From nfl.com -
									
									
									A much better run blocker than pass blocker 
									and will need to work on his pass-set and 
									overall strength to handle NFL-caliber 
									defensive ends. Has the drive and 
									competitive spirit necessary to succeed at 
									the next level; and certainly has the size. 
									A big man who can get overpowered at times, 
									Strength training should be a postseason 
									necessity for him.  
									Fast off the LOS and immediately fits on his 
									blocks whether it be linemen or at the 
									second level. 
									 Not an explosive mover, but can stay 
									with his blocks once on them. May struggle 
									in pass pro but usually blocks long enough 
									to get the job done. He Makes up for average 
									athletic ability by being technically sound 
									and understanding how to use his hands and 
									feet to keep defenders occupied. As a run 
									blocker, he works hard to move defenders 
									and, despite his weaknesses, is a "get the 
									job done" player at the end of plays and 
									games.  
									
									He can be stiff at times and struggles 
									noticeably with certain movements. While he 
									is an effective blocker, it’s usually not 
									pretty and when he has to move a lot - and 
									when inconsistencies in his play can show 
									up. Does fit on blocks OK, often struggles 
									to get there. A catcher as a blocker, but it 
									has served him well up to this point. 
									
									
									ESPN (Scouts, Inc.) - 
									Light on his feet. Gets set quickly. Can get 
									depth in his set and cut off speed rushers 
									without overextending. Quick feet to shuffle 
									laterally. Can change directions smoothly. 
									He generally does a nice job with his hand 
									placement. But 
									he plays like 
									he has shorter arms. Will occasionally lunge 
									for initial contact, dip his head and let 
									his feet go dead. Plays with a bit of a 
									narrow base and powerful bull rushers can 
									drive him back into the QB. |  
									| 
									Not a mauler. Lacks lower body strength to 
									drive blocks. Will leave his feet on 
									occasion and fail to finish a bit too often. 
									But he is a very effective zone-run blocker. 
									Quick first step / outstanding job with his 
									blocking angles. Consistently gets into 
									position and plays with good balance in the 
									run game. A technician in the run game. Some 
									upper body power. Very good awareness in 
									space and consistently hits the moving 
									target. " |  
									| 
									Great awareness in space as a run blocker. 
									Understands angles and is technically sound. 
									Experienced and consistent. Well prepared / 
									work in film room translates to the field. 
									Knows his opponents tendencies. Shows good 
									instincts versus the blitz in pass pro. |  
									| 
									Good motor. Hard worker for four quarters 
									and mentally tough. Has a mean streak but 
									we’d like to see him finish more 
									consistently. Lacks killer instinct at times 
									and it occasionally costs him. |  |  
					| Matt McCants 
					6057 308 UAB (Arm: 35½) |  
					| Combine: 5.52 Forty | 17 Reps | 25.5 VJ 
					| 97.0" BJ | No 
							3C | No 20Sh | 
 BRS 
							(Gollin) - Evidently 
							not a weight room warrior.
 
					
					
					
									
									Pro Football  Draft Guide – 
					
					
					An intriguing finesse blocker with the potential to play LT 
					down the line if he gets after it in the weight room 
					
					
					From nfl.com -
					
					
					A late-round value pick as a developmental project at 
					tackle. Has the natural size and frame for the next level, 
					but will need to put on some weight to hold his own. An 
					inconsistent on/off type player, but overall has late-round 
					value based on his potential and could continue to rise as 
					the postseason progresses. 
					A very good positional blocker with fluid hips. Has the body 
					control to get up in a defensive lineman's face, and if he 
					falls off, can recover and continue to shuffle and mirror to 
					keep position. (This serves him better in pass protection, 
					where he hardly ever allowed a sack). But he can struggle at 
					times in the run game due to lack of strength and explosion. 
					He’s athletic when moving in space and plays much better 
					when pulling or sealing than in a phone booth, which could 
					make him a guard prospect 
					
					Not very big or strong (he played the 
					majority of his career under 290 pounds). Struggles coming 
					out of a three-point stance and has some very telling and 
					troubling tendencies which could scare NFL teams. Not very 
					technically sound with his hands. (All these things come 
					together to scare off teams considering whether they want to 
					develop a big frame into a NFL-ready competitor. |  
					| Bobby Massie 
					6061 316 Ole Miss (Arm: 35) |  
					| 
								
									| 
									
									
									Combine: 5.23 Forty | 22 Reps | 27.5 VJ | 
									103.0" BJ | 7.70 3C | 4.95 20Sh | 
									
									Pro Day - Stood 
									
									
									
									on everything from last month’s combine. 
									
									
									Pro Football  Draft Guide 
									
									– Road-grading tackle with the length and 
									athleticism to play LT but must be coached 
									up. A developmental prospect with some nice 
									upside. Has LT potential but could start on 
									the inside as Plan B. 
									
									
									From nfl.com -
									
									
									Massive OT, four years removed from a year 
									at the renowned Hargrave Military Academy. 
									Not a standout player in college and will 
									have to find the right opportunity to get 
									drafted late to a team with a need. 
									Size is Massie's best friend, since he can 
									excel as a blocker in the run game simply 
									from being able to maul his man and control 
									from his girth. Rarely got blown back by 
									defensive linemen in college and has a 
									strong anchor that he sits nicely in after 
									his pass set. More of a react-and-catch 
									blocker who gets away with this technique 
									solely due to his leg strength. Decent range 
									in his pass set /controls his man once 
									engaged.  
									But not a very dynamic athlete and a 
									slow-footed mover. Not a natural bender and 
									rigid in many of his movements. Labors to 
									work to the second level and and struggles 
									when sifting through traffic to engage his 
									man. Relies on catching his man in pass pro 
									and will get in trouble with that technique 
									at the next level. 
									
									
									ESPN (Scouts, Inc.) - Above average upside as 
									a pass blocker. Sets too high and gets 
									knocked off balance by power rush but his 
									ability to recover from initial power surge 
									and reset is excellent. Protects the edge 
									well though initial quickness is just 
									average. Effective kick step / long arms. 
									Upper body strength seems above average - 
									can knock edge rushers off balance with 
									punch (though he needs to be more consistent 
									in delivering it). While can redirect once 
									locked on, he can also overset to the 
									outside and get beaten to the inside at the 
									snap. Top-heavy and vulnerable to pull 
									moves. |  
									| 
									Quick enough to get into position and drive 
									legs in the run game. Footwork could be 
									crisper but has lateral mobility and balance 
									to develop into an effective zone blocker. 
									Washes defenders down the line when extends 
									arms but fails to lock out at times. Doesn't 
									generate enough surge as a drive blocker. 
									Doesn't deliver a violent initial punch or 
									roll hips on contact. Plays high. Leans / 
									spends a little too much time on the ground. 
									Engulfs linebackers when he can reach them 
									but angles are inconsistent and h has some 
									problems adjusting to moving targets in 
									space. |  
									| 
									Keeps head up and locates assignments when 
									asked to combo block up to the second level. 
									Seems to make sound pre-snap reads and can 
									be seen pointing out assignment on film. 
									Picks up blitzes and line stunts when he 
									keeps head on a swivel but can overcommit at 
									the snap and get caught out of position. |  
									| 
									Short memory (negative plays don't 
									snowball). Won't back down in phone booth - 
									average effort, but more of a positional 
									blocker than a mauler. Lacks a mean streak / 
									not a finisher. |  |  
					| Brandon Brooks      
					6-5    343   Miami (O) |  
					| Pro Day - Senior 
					guard Brandon Brooks was the main focus of Pro Day, as he is 
					projected as a middle-round draft pick in the upcoming NFL 
					Draft. Brooks completed 36 reps 
					on the bench press and had a vertical leap of 32 inches. He 
					also clocked a sub-five second 
					40-yard dash. 
 BRS (Gollin) - My radar screen started blinking in 
					early April about this guy. Missing a 2nd round pick, the 
					Cardinals - badly in need of OT help - may have to look to 
					the mid-late rounds to uncover one or two "diamonds in the 
					rough." Brooks fits the profile.
 
 Miami (O)  Scouting Reports - 
					An all-star candidate in his final season ... although he 
					sat out spring drills because of an injury, Miami's coaches 
					have penciled him in as a starter at right guard ... Brooks 
					has to be a a factor for the RedHawks to be dominant up 
					front ... has the potential to be a game changer because of 
					his athletic ability ... coaches are counting upon him to be 
					a team leader.
   East-West Shrine (Miami PR Dept) 
					- Brooks was one of the players who most 
					helped himself during the week. Displaying a huge 6 ft 5, 
					343 pounds, Brooks absolutely dominated all week long and 
					finished strongly in the game. He displayed power in his run 
					blocking, good technique in his pass blocking and has a 
					chance to be a day 2 pick thanks to his strong Shrine Game 
					showing.    Another website, 
					BleacherReport.com, was equally complimentary to Brooks:
					The West's power running game 
					led the way to their game-winning drive late in the fourth 
					quarter, and this was mostly due to the terrific play of the 
					trio playing on the interior line at the time. Miami 
					University guard Brandon Brooks, Connecticut center Moe 
					Petrus, and Saskatchewan right guard Ben Heenan all did a 
					great job throughout the game of lead blocking in the middle 
					to open up holes for the running game. The player who really 
					helped his stock this week was Brooks. Weighing in at 353 
					pounds, Brooks is an absolutely massive player, and he uses 
					his strength and power to his advantage. Brooks really 
					turned heads with his performance in this game, and went 
					from a late-rounds draft selection to a player who will be 
					selected in the middle rounds.    National 
					Football Post - "The guard prospect everyone needs 
					know about. He wasn't a Combine invitee but could be 
					starting in the NFL from Day 1." Has experience playing left 
					tackle and both guard spots, but his body type says more 
					guard only in the NFL. He is a long armed guy for his size. 
					However, possesses a physical make-up and carries his weight 
					well. Struggles in space when asked to get out and pull. 
					Looks a little top heavy, doesn't possess "plus" range when 
					asked to get into the second level and lacks ideal balance 
					when trying to breakdown and take proper angles. Has a tough 
					time changing directions once he gets his momentum going and 
					routinely will whiff into contact. Nevertheless, is a 
					naturally strong kid in the run game as an in-line guy. 
					Showcases good bend when asked to coil up into his stance. 
					Did a much better job as a senior keeping his pad level down 
					and running his legs through contact while staying engaged. 
					Showcases quick hands off the snap. Doesn't have a real 
					explosive first step, but is so powerful he can create a 
					push in-line as a run blocker. 
 Does a good job 
					sitting into his stance in the pass game. His size and 
					natural power allows him to be a "plus" anchor player vs. 
					the bull rush. Plus, his length again allows him to gain 
					leverage into contact and he's really improved his punch as 
					the year went on. Is an above-average athlete for his size 
					and exhibits solid change of direction skills. But, isn't 
					real technically sound with his footwork in pass protection 
					at times. Doesn't stay real balanced, wants to be aggressive 
					and get his hands on lineman, and will get caught lunging 
					into contact. .
 
 Impression: Is a 
					big, strong kid who has some lateral quickness for his size 
					but needs some technique work. Nevertheless, has some upside 
					and can win consistently in the run game and pass game and 
					looks like an NFL starter in an angle scheme to me.
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					| Blake 
					DeChristopher      6050   
					305    Virginia 
					Tech |  
					| Pro Day - 
					Forty: 5.52 |  Ten:  1.94 |  Twenty:  
					3.28  |  BP: 25  |  VJ: 26  | BJ: 
					8.05  | Sh Sh: NA  | 3C: NA | 
 BRS (Gollin) - 
					Reddog (posting 
					on ASFN) had a legitimate question: "If he's as good as 
					Mitch says he is, why wasn't he drafted?" Maybe it was the 
					subpar forty time, but his write-ups suggest he should be 
					included with Massie, Kelemete and Potter as keys 
					torebuilding our O-line.
 
 Walter Mitchell (posting on 
					ASFN) -2011: graded over 
					90%, averaged 10+ knockdown blocks a game, best in ACC. Won 
					the ACC Jacobs Blocking Award give annually to the ACC's 
					best offensive lineman. narrowly winning it over Zebrie 
					Sanders. Watched him in a few games---have seen quite a lot 
					of him anyway and have always liked him---very stout and 
					strong on the edge---probably one of the top 5 RTs in 
					college football the last two years. Plays with the same 
					type of temperament that David DeCastro does. And plays on 
					strength and technique. Might be best suited to play guard 
					in the NFL---but this kid, imo, has an excellent chance to 
					succeed. NFL 
					Draft Scouts -
 
						Draft Scout Snapshot:
						2010: Started every game … Led the 
						team with eight knockdowns against NC State … Graded 88 
						percent at Miami with six knockdown blocks … Collected 
						seven knockdown blocks in the ACC title game against FSU 
						and graded out at 87 percent … Won the Don Williams TEAM 
						UNITED Award during the spring for the offensive player 
						who put the team first. 2009: Started every game but one 
						… Sat out the Duke game with an ankle injury … Bounced 
						back with a career-high eight knockdown blocks in the 
						Boston College game … Shared the Coaches Award for the 
						offensive player who had an exceptional spring with 
						tight end Andre Smith. 2008: Started the first game at 
						right tackle, played just four plays before suffering a 
						thigh bruise and a bruised kidney … Was forced to sit 
						out two games, returned to start final 10 games … Led 
						the team with seven knockdowns in the Maryland game. 
						2007: Dressed for several of the Hokies’ early games as 
						a backup at right tackle … Was held out of action and 
						redshirted … Won the Paul Torgersen Award as the top 
						offensive newcomer during spring practice.
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