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2010 NFL Draft: Offensive tackles
updated on Jul 22, 2009 11:49 PM EDT
1. Trent Williams | 6'5, 309 pounds | Oklahoma
Williams was somewhat overlooked last season while playing right tackle and Phil Loadholt held down the left side. Williams showed the athleticism to shift to left tackle, something he'll do this year. He's displayed great footwork, but could still improve in the running game. He's the only returning starter on Oklahoma's offensive line, so his leadership skills will be put to the test.
2. Russell Okung | 6'5, 300 pounds | Oklahoma State
The electric Oklahoma State offense is anchored by Okung, a probable first-day pick had he come out this year. What makes Okung good is his initial first step and an excellent kick slide. He easily manages speed rushers on the outside. In the running game, Okung finishes off his blocks really well. To cement himself as an early first-round pick in the 2010 NFL Draft, he'll have to show more consistency.
3. Ciron Black | 6'5, 328 pounds | LSU
No left tackle may have as much potential as Black. He was somewhat disappointing last season but still managed to become an All-SEC player. He's a big, powerful tackle at his best in the run game. Entering his final season, Black has started 40 consecutive games and had 68 knockdowns last season.
4. Adam Ulatoski | 6'8, 302 pounds | Texas
Entering his senior season, Ulatoski has started 30 games, including all 13 at left tackle last season. Ulatoski has shown he has the tools to be a complete tackle prospect but his technique is lacking. If he improves that, he could be as good as any tackle in the draft.
5. Charles Brown | 6'6, 298 pounds | Southern California
We dont want this guy, no finese OT's.
Watching Southern California games, Brown just seems to pop out on screen. He's a finesse left tackle with good aggression off the snap. Brown is a solid all-around tackle who seals off opponents nicely in the running game and properly shuffles his feet and extends his arms against the pass. If Brown can get stronger in his lower body to handle stronger defenders, there's no reason he can't become a first-round player.
6. John Jerry | 6'5, 350 pounds | Mississippi
While Jerry projects as a guard, he's in the tackle rankings because that's his collegiate position. He's a massive run blocker with surprising athleticism. He shows nimble feet and is above average on the move. He's not much of a tackle prospect because he doesn't manage speed rushers especially well.
7. Sam Young | 6'8, 330 pounds | Notre Dame
Like much of Notre Dame's offense, the 2009 season is of great importance for Young. A top recruit out of high school, Young has been only a decent player for the Fighting Irish. What he lacks in athleticism, Young makes up for in size and strength.
8. Selvish Capers | 6'6, 290 pounds | West Virginia
Like most West Virginia linemen, Capers might fit best in a zone-blocking scheme. He's moves around well and really attacks defenders in the open field. Capers excels at keeping in front of his opponent and keeping them on the outside. Where Capers struggles is when he has to block in line. He doesn't have the strength to maintain blocks for long and will get his legs tangled up.
9. Zane Beadles | 6'4, 308 pounds | Utah
Should he stay healthy this season, Beadles will be a four-year starter for one of college football's winningest programs. He's been an all-conference player at left tackle the last two seasons, thanks largely to his plus footwork and athleticism.
10. Ed Wang | 6'5, 310 pounds | Virginia Tech
A converted tight end, Wang is one of the more athletic senior tackles in the nation. He's played both tackle positions showing continued improvement in all aspects. Where he needs to get much better is his physical play. If he becomes more of a mauler, he'll be a starter-level player.
JUNIORS:
1. Bryan Bulaga | 6'6, 304 pounds | Iowa
Bulaga is as complete of an offensive tackle as there will be available for the 2010 NFL Draft. Clearly advanced for his age, Bulaga shows impressive body control and the nastiness to finish off blocks. His footwork is NFL-ready and he shows technical correctness in his hand use. Almost a lock for a top 10 pick whenever he comes out.
2. Anthony Davis | 6'6, 330 pounds | Rutgers
Davis made a smooth transition from guard to tackle last season, starting 11 games and earning all-conference honors. One of the top recruits in school history, Davis is a very good run blocker thanks to his frame that is powerful throughout. Against the pass rush, he does well redirecting rushers to the far outside.
3. Lee Ziemba | 6'8, 305 pounds | Auburn
A fluid athlete is solid footwork, Ziemba has a projectable frame as a left tackle. He's started all 24 games of his career at Auburn and has the tools to become a very good prospect. He has long limbs and is improving physically.
4. Gabe Carimi | 6'8, 313 pounds | Wisconsin
It's never easy to step in for an all-time great, but that's what Carimi had to do replacing Joe Thomas at Wisconsin. When healthy, Carimi is a tall and powerful offensive tackle. He's better in the running game due to Wisconsin's scheme, but shows the tools to be a solid tackle. His best position looks to be right tackle.
updated on Jul 22, 2009 11:49 PM EDT
1. Trent Williams | 6'5, 309 pounds | Oklahoma
Williams was somewhat overlooked last season while playing right tackle and Phil Loadholt held down the left side. Williams showed the athleticism to shift to left tackle, something he'll do this year. He's displayed great footwork, but could still improve in the running game. He's the only returning starter on Oklahoma's offensive line, so his leadership skills will be put to the test.
2. Russell Okung | 6'5, 300 pounds | Oklahoma State
The electric Oklahoma State offense is anchored by Okung, a probable first-day pick had he come out this year. What makes Okung good is his initial first step and an excellent kick slide. He easily manages speed rushers on the outside. In the running game, Okung finishes off his blocks really well. To cement himself as an early first-round pick in the 2010 NFL Draft, he'll have to show more consistency.
3. Ciron Black | 6'5, 328 pounds | LSU
No left tackle may have as much potential as Black. He was somewhat disappointing last season but still managed to become an All-SEC player. He's a big, powerful tackle at his best in the run game. Entering his final season, Black has started 40 consecutive games and had 68 knockdowns last season.
4. Adam Ulatoski | 6'8, 302 pounds | Texas
Entering his senior season, Ulatoski has started 30 games, including all 13 at left tackle last season. Ulatoski has shown he has the tools to be a complete tackle prospect but his technique is lacking. If he improves that, he could be as good as any tackle in the draft.
5. Charles Brown | 6'6, 298 pounds | Southern California
We dont want this guy, no finese OT's.
Watching Southern California games, Brown just seems to pop out on screen. He's a finesse left tackle with good aggression off the snap. Brown is a solid all-around tackle who seals off opponents nicely in the running game and properly shuffles his feet and extends his arms against the pass. If Brown can get stronger in his lower body to handle stronger defenders, there's no reason he can't become a first-round player.
6. John Jerry | 6'5, 350 pounds | Mississippi
While Jerry projects as a guard, he's in the tackle rankings because that's his collegiate position. He's a massive run blocker with surprising athleticism. He shows nimble feet and is above average on the move. He's not much of a tackle prospect because he doesn't manage speed rushers especially well.
7. Sam Young | 6'8, 330 pounds | Notre Dame
Like much of Notre Dame's offense, the 2009 season is of great importance for Young. A top recruit out of high school, Young has been only a decent player for the Fighting Irish. What he lacks in athleticism, Young makes up for in size and strength.
8. Selvish Capers | 6'6, 290 pounds | West Virginia
Like most West Virginia linemen, Capers might fit best in a zone-blocking scheme. He's moves around well and really attacks defenders in the open field. Capers excels at keeping in front of his opponent and keeping them on the outside. Where Capers struggles is when he has to block in line. He doesn't have the strength to maintain blocks for long and will get his legs tangled up.
9. Zane Beadles | 6'4, 308 pounds | Utah
Should he stay healthy this season, Beadles will be a four-year starter for one of college football's winningest programs. He's been an all-conference player at left tackle the last two seasons, thanks largely to his plus footwork and athleticism.
10. Ed Wang | 6'5, 310 pounds | Virginia Tech
A converted tight end, Wang is one of the more athletic senior tackles in the nation. He's played both tackle positions showing continued improvement in all aspects. Where he needs to get much better is his physical play. If he becomes more of a mauler, he'll be a starter-level player.
JUNIORS:
1. Bryan Bulaga | 6'6, 304 pounds | Iowa
Bulaga is as complete of an offensive tackle as there will be available for the 2010 NFL Draft. Clearly advanced for his age, Bulaga shows impressive body control and the nastiness to finish off blocks. His footwork is NFL-ready and he shows technical correctness in his hand use. Almost a lock for a top 10 pick whenever he comes out.
2. Anthony Davis | 6'6, 330 pounds | Rutgers
Davis made a smooth transition from guard to tackle last season, starting 11 games and earning all-conference honors. One of the top recruits in school history, Davis is a very good run blocker thanks to his frame that is powerful throughout. Against the pass rush, he does well redirecting rushers to the far outside.
3. Lee Ziemba | 6'8, 305 pounds | Auburn
A fluid athlete is solid footwork, Ziemba has a projectable frame as a left tackle. He's started all 24 games of his career at Auburn and has the tools to become a very good prospect. He has long limbs and is improving physically.
4. Gabe Carimi | 6'8, 313 pounds | Wisconsin
It's never easy to step in for an all-time great, but that's what Carimi had to do replacing Joe Thomas at Wisconsin. When healthy, Carimi is a tall and powerful offensive tackle. He's better in the running game due to Wisconsin's scheme, but shows the tools to be a solid tackle. His best position looks to be right tackle.
