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Leroy Harris, C, North Carolina State
College: North Carolina State Number: 64
Height: 6-3 Weight: 302
Position: C Pos2: OG
Class/Draft Year: Sr/2007
40 Time: 5.35 40 Low: 5.30 40 High: 5.39
Projected Round: 5 Stock:
Rated number 5 out of 73 C's 160 / 2377 TOTAL
Combine Results Pro Day Results
Combine Invite: Yes
Height: 6024
Weight: 302
40 Yrd Dash: 5.35
20 Yrd Dash: 3.06
10 Yrd Dash: 1.87
Wonderlic:
225 Lb. Bench Reps: 29
Vertical Jump: 24 1/2
Broad Jump: 8'0"
20 Yrd Shuttle: 4.80
3-Cone Drill: 8.00
Dates: 03/13/07 03/20/07
Height: 6024
Weight: 302
40 Yrd Dash:
20 Yrd Dash:
10 Yrd Dash:
225 Lb. Bench Reps:
Vertical Jump:
Broad Jump:
20 Yrd Shuttle: 4.73
3-Cone Drill: 7.63
Draft Scout Snapshot: Sept 2006 - Will be four-year starter, C in '05/'06, LG/C in '04, LG in '03. Redshirted '02. Missed 4 games in '04 w/shoulder injury.
Overview
Consistency and versatility have been the benchmarks for Harris' career at North Carolina State, where he started 42 consecutive games. What is even more impressive is the fact that he accomplished that feat while starting at both offensive guard positions, center and left tackle, providing the team with a valuable weapon to combat the injuries that plagued the line in recent years. Alas, it was an injury to his ankle (ligament damage) vs. Clemson that brought his career to a close, two games earlier than expected in 2006.
Harris was a two-way down lineman at Southeast Raleigh High School, where he was an All-TAAC choice on offense and defense. He finished second in the voting for Conference Player of the Year honors. He was a three-time All-Pac Nine Conference performer and played in the Shrine Bowl and East-West All-Star game. Rivals.com rated Harries the best defensive tackle prospect in the state and 39th-best in the country. Prep Star rated him the fourth-best defensive tackle in the Atlantic region.
As a defensive tackle, Harris recorded 56 tackles, including 11 stops behind the line of scrimmage as a senior. He also caused three fumbles, made two fumble recoveries and batted away four passes. As a junior, he totaled 46 tackles, forced four fumbles, had three fumble recoveries and blocked three kicks.
In addition to his exploits on the football field, Harris wrestled and participated in track. He posted a 23-1 mark in wrestling, winning the 2002 4A state title in the 275-pound weight class. He also threw the shot put and discus.
Harris enrolled at North Carolina State in 2002, spending the season on the scout team as a center. He took over left offensive guard duties in 2003, recording 27 knockdowns and 12 intimidation blocks (defender is put on his back), along with 33 railroads (defender is driven back five yards or more) while participating in 910 plays. He earned Freshman All-American honors from The Sporting News and the Football Writers Association. He shared team Offensive Newcomer of the Year honors and was an All-Atlantic Coast Conference honorable mention, thanks to his impressive collegiate debut.
Harris was an All-ACC honorable mention in 2004, despite missing the final four games with a broken bone in his left shoulder suffered against Miami. He started the first five games at left guard, shifting over to center midway through the North Carolina game when injuries depleted the line's depth. He stood at center for the next two games against Maryland and Miami. Harris still managed to lead the team with 39 railroad blocks, adding 42 knockdowns and 14 intimidation blocks in 477 snaps.
The team's Most Valuable Offensive Lineman and an All-ACC pick, Harris started every game, lining up at center for the first 11 games in 2005. He then shifted to left guard vs. South Florida in the Meineke Car Care Bowl after suffering a hand injury that prevented him from snapping the ball. He participated in 761 plays, coming up with a career-high 64 knockdowns and 23 railroad blocks. He and his wife, Christina, also welcomed the birth of their first child (Leroy III) in October of that year.
Harris was a second-team All-ACC selection in 2006. His versatility again played a major role for the team. He started the first eight games at center, but also saw action at offensive tackle and guard.
Harris shifted to right guard against Georgia Tech and then started at left guard vs. Clemson. He suffered ankle ligament damage in the Clemson clash, though, and was forced to sit out the team's final two games. He concluded the season by posting 59 knockdowns with 25 railroads in 10 contests.
Analysis
Positives: Lacks ideal muscle definition, but shows good thickness throughout his frame, with wide hips, big bubble and smooth thigh, calves, arms and midsection...Naturally strong athlete who has the hand punch and leg drive to generate movement on the rise from his stance...Has very good balance for a player with his girth, showing quick feet and the ability to sink his weight and maintain balance in pass protection...Plays with true aggression, as he looks to put the opponent on his back every play...It is rare to see him go to the ground, but when he does, he is quick to get up and then looks for a target to hit...Has no problems digesting the playbook and does a good job of calling blocking schemes...Shows good vision to coverages and is quick to pick up stunts and games...Is a better center prospect than guard, as he shows more productivity blocking at the line then when moving in space...Mature and responsible player who is vocal on the field and takes well to hard coaching...Plays with injuries that would sideline others...Shows good power maintaining the rush lane, keeping his head on a swivel with hands properly extended to push the linebackers back out of the holes...Gains advantage at the snap and is quick to react to movement...Generates good pop on contact and has the lower body strength and leg drive to move laterally while maintaining balance...Uses his mass and hand punch to lock on and wall off the bigger nose tackles...Gets good fits with his hands locked on to the defender and has the hip snap and roll to power through the opponent... Plays with good leverage and his low center of gravity lets him get under defenders and ride them out...Has good knee bend and plays with a flat back, showing the agility to slide, lock on and wall off on drive blocks...Maintains position and will sustain and finish with aggression...Has the short-area quickness and good balance blocking in space, but needs to work on his footwork, as he sometimes bends more at the waist than his knees when moving in space (better production comes on short traps than long pulls)...Takes good angles in pursuit and has the vision to locate and neutralize second-level defenders...Does not have great timed speed, but will look up defenders down field...Shows good power in his anchor and pass set, sliding his feet well to take on the quicker pass rushers...He keeps his weight back, stays square and can slide and adjust to change of direction...Can anchor vs. the bull rush and is alert to tricks...Uses his hands effectively to gain control, grab and steer wide.
Negatives: Has natural strength, but needs to put in extra hours in the training room to add muscle tone and decrease his mid-section (looks soft and fleshy)...Better puncher in tight quarters, as he will lunge and over-extend at times when trying to block on the move...Lacks the speed to be effective pulling in space, making him a better center prospect than guard (tends to leave his feet in attempts to make second level blocks)...
Needs to get bigger in order to handle the bigger nose guards he will face in the pros, but has struggled some in the past to maintain his weight throughout the season...Extra bulk could impact his adequate mobility and timed speed...Has trouble with counter moves vs. the speedy defenders and lacks the mirror skills to take on the edge rush...Has strong hands, but needs to reset and recoil them quicker...Adequate student academically, but can takes the plays from the chalkboard to the playing field.
Compares To: NICK LECKEY-Arizona...Both centers compensate for a lack of ideal size with a powerful hand punch, good aggression and explosiveness coming off the snap. Harris has been banged up two of the past three years, but is the type who will play with pain, if the trainers don't hide his helmet. He shows good leg drive and pop on contact and even when taking on the mammoth nose guards, he has the low center of gravity and balance to wall his man off on drive blocks. Even though Harris has experience at guard, he is not nearly as effective working in space as when parked on the line, making him a better center prospect.
Career Notes
Ranked eighth on the roster in 2006 with a 440-pound bench press and placed fifth with a 315-pound power clean...Led the team in knockdown blocks in each of his last two seasons, and led the team's down linemen in "Raleigh Rails" blocks (driving the defender back at least five yards) in all four of his seasons as a starter, despite missing playing time as a sophomore and senior due to injuries...Had a string of 42 consecutive starts.
2006 Season
Named the inaugural Sonitrol Offensive Lineman of the Year...2006 ACSMA/AP All-Atlantic Coast Conference first-team selection...Recognized as NC State's Offensive Lineman of the Year...Served as offensive team captain...Started the team's first eight games at center before shifting to right guard vs. Georgia Tech and left guard vs. Clemson...Also saw action at offensive tackle...Suffered ankle ligament damage vs. Clemson that would sideline him for the team's final two contests vs. North Carolina and East Carolina...Still managed to lead the team with 59 knockdown blocks, helping the team average 302.0 yards per game...Part of an offensive line that allowed 19 sacks, but that unit also saw Gamecocks quarterbacks pressured 37 times...Both figures were a reduction from the previous season, when State's front wall allowed 28 sacks and 45 pressures in 2005... Did not allow his opponents to record any tackles vs. Harris in six of the ten games he appeared in (Akron, Southern Mississippi, Boston College, Wake Forest, Georgia Tech and Clemson)...Did not allow and quarterback sacks and gave up only one pressure in 553 plays.
Draft Scout Player News
12/09/06 - Leroy Harris has been named the inaugural Sonitrol Offensive Lineman of the Year. The senior offensive guard from Raleigh, North Carolina, was recently named to the 2006 ACSMA/AP All-ACC Football Team, released by the ACC office this past Monday. And, if that’s not enough, Harris has now been recognized as NC State’s Offensive Lineman of the Year. Being touted by his coaches is nothing new for Harris. He was recognized on a regular basis by former NC State Head Coach Chuck Amato on his weekly radio show as The Sonitrol Offensive Lineman of the Week. Now, he’s being singled out for his accomplishments during the entire 2006 season. Harris started 42 straight contests dating back to his freshman season. He played all-three offensive line positions in 2006 and led the team this season with 59 knockdown blocks in 10 games. “The Offensive Line is truly the backbone of the team, and it’s easy to see how Leroy played such a big part with statistics like these,” stated John Hoffmann of Sonitrol. Harris’s next goal is to play professional football. He’ll soon start preparing for April’s NFL Draft as he rehabs an ankle injury that sidelined him for the last two games of the season. Leroy will no doubt leave some big shoes to fill on NC State’s offensive line.
We need a backup Center. This kid has the ability to play all the positions on the line and has a lot of game experience. I think he would be a great 5th or 6th round pick for the Cowboys.
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Dallas Sartz, OLB, Southern Cal
College: Southern Cal Number: 42
Height: 6-5 Weight: 237
Position: OLB Pos2: S
Class/Draft Year: Sr/2007
40 Time: 4.71 40 Low: 4.67 40 High: 4.75
Projected Round: 5-6 Stock:
Rated number 15 out of 224 OLB's 199 / 2377 TOTAL
Combine Results Pro Day Results
Combine Invite: Yes
Height: 6047
Weight: 237
40 Yrd Dash: 4.71
20 Yrd Dash: 2.68
10 Yrd Dash: 1.53
Wonderlic:
225 Lb. Bench Reps: 20
Vertical Jump: 33 1/2
Broad Jump: 9'3"
20 Yrd Shuttle: 4.13
3-Cone Drill: 6.85
Dates: 03/28/07
Height: 6047
Weight: 237
40 Yrd Dash: 4.57
20 Yrd Dash: 2.58
10 Yrd Dash: 1.54
225 Lb. Bench Reps:
Vertical Jump: 33
Broad Jump: 9'6"
20 Yrd Shuttle:
3-Cone Drill:
Draft Scout Snapshot: Sept 2006 - Redshirted '05 w/dislocated left shoulder. HM All-Pac 10 in '04 w/48 TT, 3.5 TFL, 1.5 SK, INT, 6 PBU. 60 TT, 6 TFL, 2 SK, 4 PBU, blocked kick in '03. 8 TT, TFL, INT, PBU in '02.
Overview
Another in a long line of standout linebackers to perform for the Trojans, Sartz's size, strength and range have drawn comparisons to a former USC great Duane Bickett, who was a 1985 first-round choice by the Indianapolis Colts and enjoyed a 12-year pro career.
Sartz comes from a sports-oriented family. His grandfather, also named Dallas, was a Golden Gloves boxer at Washington State and a professional hydroplane racer. His father, Jeff, played safety at Oregon State.
Sartz was a 2001 Prep Star All-American, Super Prep All-Farwest, Prep Star All-Western Region, Tom Lemming All-West and Long Beach Press-Telegram Best in the West second- team selection at Granite Bay High School. He added Tacoma News Tribune Western 100 and Sacramento Bee All-Sacramento first team as a senior defensive back and tight end.
He was also a National Football Foundation Scholar-Athlete.
As a senior, Sartz recorded 103 tackles, including four for losses, two interceptions, seven pass deflections, two fumble recoveries, three forced fumbles and six blocked kicks. As a junior in 2000, he made 81 tackles, including four sacks, six interceptions and four forced fumbles.
He also was on Granite Bay's track team, with bests of 11.1 seconds in the 100-meters, 14.47 in the 110-meter high hurdles, 39.7 in the 300-meter intermediate hurdles and 20-plus in the long jump, while also competing in the high jump, shot put and 400-meters. He also lettered in basketball, earning All-League honors.
Sartz enrolled at Southern California in 2002, seeing action mostly on special teams and as a reserve outside linebacker as a true freshman. He made eight tackles (five solos) with a stop for a loss, an interception and a pass deflection.
In 2003, he shared strong-side outside linebacker duties with Matt Grootengoed, starting the final six games. He went on to record 60 tackles (32 solos) with two sacks and six stops for losses. He also blocked a kick and batted away four passes.
With Grootengoed having graduated, Sartz started all 13 games at strong-side linebacker, helping the team capture its second consecutive national title. The All-Pac 10 Conference honorable mention posted 48 tackles (22 solos) with 3.5 stops behind the line of scrimmage and a forced fumble. He deflected six passes and intercepted another.
Primed for a banner senior year in 2005, Sartz delivered eight tackles (six solos) with a pair of sacks in the team's first two games. But he suffered a left shoulder dislocation against Arkansas and was forced to miss the rest of the season.
Sartz used a medical hardship for 2005 so he could return in 2006. The defensive captain picked up honorable mention All-Pac 10 accolades as he finished third on the team with 70 tackles (41 solos). He led the team with seven sacks and was credited with 9.5 stops behind the line of scrimmage. He batted down five passes, caused one fumble and recovered two others.
In 53 games at Southern California, Sartz started 34 times at strong-side outside linebacker. He registered 194 tackles (106 solos) with 12.5 sacks for minus-71 yards and 22.5 stops for losses of 101 yards. He caused two fumbles and recovered two others. He blocked one kick, had 16 pass deflections and gained 30 yards on a pair of interception returns.
Analysis
Positives: Has a tall, angular frame with room to add more bulk without losing any of his quickness...Has developed chest and arm muscles with a good bubble and tapered thighs, long arms and adequate playing strength...Self-motivated player with great character and work ethic...Plays at a high intensity level and is a favorite of the coaching staff because of his team-first attitude...Aggressive tackler who has the good pad level and leg drive to step up and take on the lead blocker in attempts to plug the rush lanes...Lacks ideal hip swerve, but shows a good burst to close on plays in front of him...Builds to top speed nicely and won't take false steps in transition, doing a nice job of accelerating out of his breaks...Plays until the whistle and won't back down from a challenge, even when his multiple moves fail...Shows good hand placement, extension and punch in shedding and keeping blockers off his body...Has just adequate instincts, but is quick to react once he locates the ball...Despite his lanky frame, he knows how to sink his weight, put his foot in the ground and combat with his hands in attempts to stack the leader blocker...Has the long arm reach to maintain separation from offensive linemen and keeps his pads low to gain leverage...Delivers a punishing hand punch to tight ends to jam them at the line... Has the speed to reach ball carriers on the outside and the acceleration to be a decent blitzer coming off the edge...Knows how to widen the blocker and separate to make plays in space...Has the chase speed to cut off the outside runner and shows good urgency trying to chase the runner down in the open...Has that explosive leg drive and hip strike to push back single blockers when shooting the inside gaps...More of a straight-line charger coming off the edge than one who can smoothly redirect, but is effective running stunts due to his quickness...Not a natural hands catcher, but did show better timing with his leaps to compete for the ball at its high point in 2006...Good hustler with nice timing on the blitz, knowing which angles will let him take the shortest path to the quarterback...Has good quickness on the chase playing on the special team coverage units...Conscious of cut blocks, doing a nice job of sidestepping them or using his hands to fend them off.
Negatives: Better in-the-box tackler, as he tends to get too tall in his stance when working down the line...When he gets too erect in his forward charge in attempts to plug the rush lanes, the lead blocker is able to get underneath and into his chest to ride him out...Not a consistent wrap-up tackler, as he is prone to grabbing and dragging down rather than getting into position to wrap and secure...Bit of a liability in man coverage, as he lacks the loose hips and lateral agility to redirect and recover when beaten...His insistence on over-powering his man has led to some tough times trying to disengage from blocks when working through traffic...Adequate in covering backs and tight ends in the short area passing game, but lacks depth and hip smoothness in his pass drops and needs to do a better job of anticipating the pass (doesn't get his head turned around properly)...Good edge rusher, but if he has to redirect he lacks the plant-and-drive agility to close on the pocket...Needs to improve his hand technique in pass protection, as he tends to maul the receiver, drawing costly pass interference calls.
Compares To: CARLOS EMMONS-ex-New York Giants...Sartz has a tall, angular frame with the long arms to fend off single blocks. He is more effective playing inside the box than in space due to hip stiffness and is a bit of a liability in pass coverage. He plays with a steady motor and while he lacks instincts, he is quick to close on the ball once he locates it. He showed in 2006 that he can be an effective edge blitzer, and with improved strength he won't have problems with the outside runners at the next level. He is not really much of a playmaker, but will put forth a solid blue-collar job and adds to his resume with his ability to play on the special teams coverage units.
Career Notes
Sartz's seven sacks in 2006 was the lowest total to lead the team in a season since Ennis Davis produced six sacks in 2000.
2006 Season
All-Pac 10 Conference honorable mention...Held out of most of spring drills to allow his 2005 shoulder injury to heal, but started all thirteen games at strong-side outside line-backer...Ranked third on the team with a career-high 70 tackles (41 solos)...Led the squad with a career-high seven sacks for minus 44 yards and finished third with 9.5 stops for losses of 50 yards...Recovered two fumbles and caused another...Also deflected five passes...Served as one of the team's three captains.
This kid just makes plays. I saw a lot of USC football and I always heard his name being mentioned. At the NFL level he may not be starter, but he could replace the production on special teams we lost with Ryan Folwer leaving. He is not the biggest kid, but neither was Tatupu and look what he is doing in the NFL for the Seahawks. Plus the kid has the perfect name to play on this team!
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Justin Medlock, K, UCLA
College: UCLA Number: 7
Height: 6-0 Weight: 201
Position: K Pos2:
Class/Draft Year: Sr/2007
40 Time: 4.89 40 Low: 4.85 40 High: 4.93
Projected Round: 5 Stock:
Rated number 2 out of 47 K's 170 / 2377 TOTAL
Combine Results Pro Day Results
Combine Invite: Yes
Height: 5115
Weight: 201
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225 Lb. Bench Reps:
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Broad Jump:
20 Yrd Shuttle:
3-Cone Drill:
Dates: 03/14/07
Height: 5115
Weight: 201
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225 Lb. Bench Reps:
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20 Yrd Shuttle:
3-Cone Drill:
Draft Scout Snapshot: Sept 2006 - 2nd team All-Pac 10 w/50-50 XP, 13-17 FG, 7-10 40+, long 51, 33 TB/76 KO in '05. Suspended in Dec. '05 after arrest for felony DUI, leaving accident scene. 1st team All-Pac 10 w/42-43 XP, 15-20 FG, 11-14 40+, long 52, 12 TB/66 KO in '04. HM All-Pac 10 w/26-26 XP, 14-19 FG, 6-8 40+, long 48 in '03. Redshirted '02.
Overview
While Medlock may lack the monster leg for kickoffs and 55-yard fields, there is plenty of room in the NFL for kickers whose consistently knock home close to 80 percent of their attempts.
Analysis
Positives: All-American in 2006 after hitting 26 of 30 field-goal attempts, finishing his career at 79 percent (68 of 86) and showing improvement through the years. Missed only one career extra-point attempt. Solid on kickoffs. Quick rise off his kicks with no career blocks. Enjoyed a strong week of practice at the East-West Shrine Game.
Negatives: Suspended in December 2005 after being arrested for a felony DUI and leaving an accident scene. Lacks the dominant leg strength, with only marginal kickoff distance and hang time. Despite consistency, some question how clutch he'd be in crucial situations.
2006 Season
First Team All-American in 2006, Medlock made 26 of 30 field goals (he had a string of 14 straight halted at Notre Dame) and all 26 PATs for a team-high 104 points. He ranks first nationally in field goals (2.17 per game) and 12th in the NCAA and first in the Pac-10 in scoring (8.67). His 104 points are a career high and rank No. 8 (tied) on UCLA's single-season scoring list and his 26 field goals are the second-most in school history. Medlock is second on UCLA's career field goal list with 68 and second on the career scoring list with 348 points.
Draft Scout Player News
01/19/07 - PRO PROSPECTS: PK Justin Medlock has a strong and accurate leg, making 28 of 32 attempts this season. He hit both of his attempts from at least 50 yards.
I saw this kid light it up at the College Skills Competition on ESPN. We can't really think that Gramatica is going to be a Hall Of Fame kicker after one season back after injury. We draft him and let then battle in training camp. He's a lefty too for whatever that is worth.
What do you guys think?
College: North Carolina State Number: 64
Height: 6-3 Weight: 302
Position: C Pos2: OG
Class/Draft Year: Sr/2007
40 Time: 5.35 40 Low: 5.30 40 High: 5.39
Projected Round: 5 Stock:
Rated number 5 out of 73 C's 160 / 2377 TOTAL
Combine Results Pro Day Results
Combine Invite: Yes
Height: 6024
Weight: 302
40 Yrd Dash: 5.35
20 Yrd Dash: 3.06
10 Yrd Dash: 1.87
Wonderlic:
225 Lb. Bench Reps: 29
Vertical Jump: 24 1/2
Broad Jump: 8'0"
20 Yrd Shuttle: 4.80
3-Cone Drill: 8.00
Dates: 03/13/07 03/20/07
Height: 6024
Weight: 302
40 Yrd Dash:
20 Yrd Dash:
10 Yrd Dash:
225 Lb. Bench Reps:
Vertical Jump:
Broad Jump:
20 Yrd Shuttle: 4.73
3-Cone Drill: 7.63
Draft Scout Snapshot: Sept 2006 - Will be four-year starter, C in '05/'06, LG/C in '04, LG in '03. Redshirted '02. Missed 4 games in '04 w/shoulder injury.
Overview
Consistency and versatility have been the benchmarks for Harris' career at North Carolina State, where he started 42 consecutive games. What is even more impressive is the fact that he accomplished that feat while starting at both offensive guard positions, center and left tackle, providing the team with a valuable weapon to combat the injuries that plagued the line in recent years. Alas, it was an injury to his ankle (ligament damage) vs. Clemson that brought his career to a close, two games earlier than expected in 2006.
Harris was a two-way down lineman at Southeast Raleigh High School, where he was an All-TAAC choice on offense and defense. He finished second in the voting for Conference Player of the Year honors. He was a three-time All-Pac Nine Conference performer and played in the Shrine Bowl and East-West All-Star game. Rivals.com rated Harries the best defensive tackle prospect in the state and 39th-best in the country. Prep Star rated him the fourth-best defensive tackle in the Atlantic region.
As a defensive tackle, Harris recorded 56 tackles, including 11 stops behind the line of scrimmage as a senior. He also caused three fumbles, made two fumble recoveries and batted away four passes. As a junior, he totaled 46 tackles, forced four fumbles, had three fumble recoveries and blocked three kicks.
In addition to his exploits on the football field, Harris wrestled and participated in track. He posted a 23-1 mark in wrestling, winning the 2002 4A state title in the 275-pound weight class. He also threw the shot put and discus.
Harris enrolled at North Carolina State in 2002, spending the season on the scout team as a center. He took over left offensive guard duties in 2003, recording 27 knockdowns and 12 intimidation blocks (defender is put on his back), along with 33 railroads (defender is driven back five yards or more) while participating in 910 plays. He earned Freshman All-American honors from The Sporting News and the Football Writers Association. He shared team Offensive Newcomer of the Year honors and was an All-Atlantic Coast Conference honorable mention, thanks to his impressive collegiate debut.
Harris was an All-ACC honorable mention in 2004, despite missing the final four games with a broken bone in his left shoulder suffered against Miami. He started the first five games at left guard, shifting over to center midway through the North Carolina game when injuries depleted the line's depth. He stood at center for the next two games against Maryland and Miami. Harris still managed to lead the team with 39 railroad blocks, adding 42 knockdowns and 14 intimidation blocks in 477 snaps.
The team's Most Valuable Offensive Lineman and an All-ACC pick, Harris started every game, lining up at center for the first 11 games in 2005. He then shifted to left guard vs. South Florida in the Meineke Car Care Bowl after suffering a hand injury that prevented him from snapping the ball. He participated in 761 plays, coming up with a career-high 64 knockdowns and 23 railroad blocks. He and his wife, Christina, also welcomed the birth of their first child (Leroy III) in October of that year.
Harris was a second-team All-ACC selection in 2006. His versatility again played a major role for the team. He started the first eight games at center, but also saw action at offensive tackle and guard.
Harris shifted to right guard against Georgia Tech and then started at left guard vs. Clemson. He suffered ankle ligament damage in the Clemson clash, though, and was forced to sit out the team's final two games. He concluded the season by posting 59 knockdowns with 25 railroads in 10 contests.
Analysis
Positives: Lacks ideal muscle definition, but shows good thickness throughout his frame, with wide hips, big bubble and smooth thigh, calves, arms and midsection...Naturally strong athlete who has the hand punch and leg drive to generate movement on the rise from his stance...Has very good balance for a player with his girth, showing quick feet and the ability to sink his weight and maintain balance in pass protection...Plays with true aggression, as he looks to put the opponent on his back every play...It is rare to see him go to the ground, but when he does, he is quick to get up and then looks for a target to hit...Has no problems digesting the playbook and does a good job of calling blocking schemes...Shows good vision to coverages and is quick to pick up stunts and games...Is a better center prospect than guard, as he shows more productivity blocking at the line then when moving in space...Mature and responsible player who is vocal on the field and takes well to hard coaching...Plays with injuries that would sideline others...Shows good power maintaining the rush lane, keeping his head on a swivel with hands properly extended to push the linebackers back out of the holes...Gains advantage at the snap and is quick to react to movement...Generates good pop on contact and has the lower body strength and leg drive to move laterally while maintaining balance...Uses his mass and hand punch to lock on and wall off the bigger nose tackles...Gets good fits with his hands locked on to the defender and has the hip snap and roll to power through the opponent... Plays with good leverage and his low center of gravity lets him get under defenders and ride them out...Has good knee bend and plays with a flat back, showing the agility to slide, lock on and wall off on drive blocks...Maintains position and will sustain and finish with aggression...Has the short-area quickness and good balance blocking in space, but needs to work on his footwork, as he sometimes bends more at the waist than his knees when moving in space (better production comes on short traps than long pulls)...Takes good angles in pursuit and has the vision to locate and neutralize second-level defenders...Does not have great timed speed, but will look up defenders down field...Shows good power in his anchor and pass set, sliding his feet well to take on the quicker pass rushers...He keeps his weight back, stays square and can slide and adjust to change of direction...Can anchor vs. the bull rush and is alert to tricks...Uses his hands effectively to gain control, grab and steer wide.
Negatives: Has natural strength, but needs to put in extra hours in the training room to add muscle tone and decrease his mid-section (looks soft and fleshy)...Better puncher in tight quarters, as he will lunge and over-extend at times when trying to block on the move...Lacks the speed to be effective pulling in space, making him a better center prospect than guard (tends to leave his feet in attempts to make second level blocks)...
Needs to get bigger in order to handle the bigger nose guards he will face in the pros, but has struggled some in the past to maintain his weight throughout the season...Extra bulk could impact his adequate mobility and timed speed...Has trouble with counter moves vs. the speedy defenders and lacks the mirror skills to take on the edge rush...Has strong hands, but needs to reset and recoil them quicker...Adequate student academically, but can takes the plays from the chalkboard to the playing field.
Compares To: NICK LECKEY-Arizona...Both centers compensate for a lack of ideal size with a powerful hand punch, good aggression and explosiveness coming off the snap. Harris has been banged up two of the past three years, but is the type who will play with pain, if the trainers don't hide his helmet. He shows good leg drive and pop on contact and even when taking on the mammoth nose guards, he has the low center of gravity and balance to wall his man off on drive blocks. Even though Harris has experience at guard, he is not nearly as effective working in space as when parked on the line, making him a better center prospect.
Career Notes
Ranked eighth on the roster in 2006 with a 440-pound bench press and placed fifth with a 315-pound power clean...Led the team in knockdown blocks in each of his last two seasons, and led the team's down linemen in "Raleigh Rails" blocks (driving the defender back at least five yards) in all four of his seasons as a starter, despite missing playing time as a sophomore and senior due to injuries...Had a string of 42 consecutive starts.
2006 Season
Named the inaugural Sonitrol Offensive Lineman of the Year...2006 ACSMA/AP All-Atlantic Coast Conference first-team selection...Recognized as NC State's Offensive Lineman of the Year...Served as offensive team captain...Started the team's first eight games at center before shifting to right guard vs. Georgia Tech and left guard vs. Clemson...Also saw action at offensive tackle...Suffered ankle ligament damage vs. Clemson that would sideline him for the team's final two contests vs. North Carolina and East Carolina...Still managed to lead the team with 59 knockdown blocks, helping the team average 302.0 yards per game...Part of an offensive line that allowed 19 sacks, but that unit also saw Gamecocks quarterbacks pressured 37 times...Both figures were a reduction from the previous season, when State's front wall allowed 28 sacks and 45 pressures in 2005... Did not allow his opponents to record any tackles vs. Harris in six of the ten games he appeared in (Akron, Southern Mississippi, Boston College, Wake Forest, Georgia Tech and Clemson)...Did not allow and quarterback sacks and gave up only one pressure in 553 plays.
Draft Scout Player News
12/09/06 - Leroy Harris has been named the inaugural Sonitrol Offensive Lineman of the Year. The senior offensive guard from Raleigh, North Carolina, was recently named to the 2006 ACSMA/AP All-ACC Football Team, released by the ACC office this past Monday. And, if that’s not enough, Harris has now been recognized as NC State’s Offensive Lineman of the Year. Being touted by his coaches is nothing new for Harris. He was recognized on a regular basis by former NC State Head Coach Chuck Amato on his weekly radio show as The Sonitrol Offensive Lineman of the Week. Now, he’s being singled out for his accomplishments during the entire 2006 season. Harris started 42 straight contests dating back to his freshman season. He played all-three offensive line positions in 2006 and led the team this season with 59 knockdown blocks in 10 games. “The Offensive Line is truly the backbone of the team, and it’s easy to see how Leroy played such a big part with statistics like these,” stated John Hoffmann of Sonitrol. Harris’s next goal is to play professional football. He’ll soon start preparing for April’s NFL Draft as he rehabs an ankle injury that sidelined him for the last two games of the season. Leroy will no doubt leave some big shoes to fill on NC State’s offensive line.
We need a backup Center. This kid has the ability to play all the positions on the line and has a lot of game experience. I think he would be a great 5th or 6th round pick for the Cowboys.
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Dallas Sartz, OLB, Southern Cal
College: Southern Cal Number: 42
Height: 6-5 Weight: 237
Position: OLB Pos2: S
Class/Draft Year: Sr/2007
40 Time: 4.71 40 Low: 4.67 40 High: 4.75
Projected Round: 5-6 Stock:
Rated number 15 out of 224 OLB's 199 / 2377 TOTAL
Combine Results Pro Day Results
Combine Invite: Yes
Height: 6047
Weight: 237
40 Yrd Dash: 4.71
20 Yrd Dash: 2.68
10 Yrd Dash: 1.53
Wonderlic:
225 Lb. Bench Reps: 20
Vertical Jump: 33 1/2
Broad Jump: 9'3"
20 Yrd Shuttle: 4.13
3-Cone Drill: 6.85
Dates: 03/28/07
Height: 6047
Weight: 237
40 Yrd Dash: 4.57
20 Yrd Dash: 2.58
10 Yrd Dash: 1.54
225 Lb. Bench Reps:
Vertical Jump: 33
Broad Jump: 9'6"
20 Yrd Shuttle:
3-Cone Drill:
Draft Scout Snapshot: Sept 2006 - Redshirted '05 w/dislocated left shoulder. HM All-Pac 10 in '04 w/48 TT, 3.5 TFL, 1.5 SK, INT, 6 PBU. 60 TT, 6 TFL, 2 SK, 4 PBU, blocked kick in '03. 8 TT, TFL, INT, PBU in '02.
Overview
Another in a long line of standout linebackers to perform for the Trojans, Sartz's size, strength and range have drawn comparisons to a former USC great Duane Bickett, who was a 1985 first-round choice by the Indianapolis Colts and enjoyed a 12-year pro career.
Sartz comes from a sports-oriented family. His grandfather, also named Dallas, was a Golden Gloves boxer at Washington State and a professional hydroplane racer. His father, Jeff, played safety at Oregon State.
Sartz was a 2001 Prep Star All-American, Super Prep All-Farwest, Prep Star All-Western Region, Tom Lemming All-West and Long Beach Press-Telegram Best in the West second- team selection at Granite Bay High School. He added Tacoma News Tribune Western 100 and Sacramento Bee All-Sacramento first team as a senior defensive back and tight end.
He was also a National Football Foundation Scholar-Athlete.
As a senior, Sartz recorded 103 tackles, including four for losses, two interceptions, seven pass deflections, two fumble recoveries, three forced fumbles and six blocked kicks. As a junior in 2000, he made 81 tackles, including four sacks, six interceptions and four forced fumbles.
He also was on Granite Bay's track team, with bests of 11.1 seconds in the 100-meters, 14.47 in the 110-meter high hurdles, 39.7 in the 300-meter intermediate hurdles and 20-plus in the long jump, while also competing in the high jump, shot put and 400-meters. He also lettered in basketball, earning All-League honors.
Sartz enrolled at Southern California in 2002, seeing action mostly on special teams and as a reserve outside linebacker as a true freshman. He made eight tackles (five solos) with a stop for a loss, an interception and a pass deflection.
In 2003, he shared strong-side outside linebacker duties with Matt Grootengoed, starting the final six games. He went on to record 60 tackles (32 solos) with two sacks and six stops for losses. He also blocked a kick and batted away four passes.
With Grootengoed having graduated, Sartz started all 13 games at strong-side linebacker, helping the team capture its second consecutive national title. The All-Pac 10 Conference honorable mention posted 48 tackles (22 solos) with 3.5 stops behind the line of scrimmage and a forced fumble. He deflected six passes and intercepted another.
Primed for a banner senior year in 2005, Sartz delivered eight tackles (six solos) with a pair of sacks in the team's first two games. But he suffered a left shoulder dislocation against Arkansas and was forced to miss the rest of the season.
Sartz used a medical hardship for 2005 so he could return in 2006. The defensive captain picked up honorable mention All-Pac 10 accolades as he finished third on the team with 70 tackles (41 solos). He led the team with seven sacks and was credited with 9.5 stops behind the line of scrimmage. He batted down five passes, caused one fumble and recovered two others.
In 53 games at Southern California, Sartz started 34 times at strong-side outside linebacker. He registered 194 tackles (106 solos) with 12.5 sacks for minus-71 yards and 22.5 stops for losses of 101 yards. He caused two fumbles and recovered two others. He blocked one kick, had 16 pass deflections and gained 30 yards on a pair of interception returns.
Analysis
Positives: Has a tall, angular frame with room to add more bulk without losing any of his quickness...Has developed chest and arm muscles with a good bubble and tapered thighs, long arms and adequate playing strength...Self-motivated player with great character and work ethic...Plays at a high intensity level and is a favorite of the coaching staff because of his team-first attitude...Aggressive tackler who has the good pad level and leg drive to step up and take on the lead blocker in attempts to plug the rush lanes...Lacks ideal hip swerve, but shows a good burst to close on plays in front of him...Builds to top speed nicely and won't take false steps in transition, doing a nice job of accelerating out of his breaks...Plays until the whistle and won't back down from a challenge, even when his multiple moves fail...Shows good hand placement, extension and punch in shedding and keeping blockers off his body...Has just adequate instincts, but is quick to react once he locates the ball...Despite his lanky frame, he knows how to sink his weight, put his foot in the ground and combat with his hands in attempts to stack the leader blocker...Has the long arm reach to maintain separation from offensive linemen and keeps his pads low to gain leverage...Delivers a punishing hand punch to tight ends to jam them at the line... Has the speed to reach ball carriers on the outside and the acceleration to be a decent blitzer coming off the edge...Knows how to widen the blocker and separate to make plays in space...Has the chase speed to cut off the outside runner and shows good urgency trying to chase the runner down in the open...Has that explosive leg drive and hip strike to push back single blockers when shooting the inside gaps...More of a straight-line charger coming off the edge than one who can smoothly redirect, but is effective running stunts due to his quickness...Not a natural hands catcher, but did show better timing with his leaps to compete for the ball at its high point in 2006...Good hustler with nice timing on the blitz, knowing which angles will let him take the shortest path to the quarterback...Has good quickness on the chase playing on the special team coverage units...Conscious of cut blocks, doing a nice job of sidestepping them or using his hands to fend them off.
Negatives: Better in-the-box tackler, as he tends to get too tall in his stance when working down the line...When he gets too erect in his forward charge in attempts to plug the rush lanes, the lead blocker is able to get underneath and into his chest to ride him out...Not a consistent wrap-up tackler, as he is prone to grabbing and dragging down rather than getting into position to wrap and secure...Bit of a liability in man coverage, as he lacks the loose hips and lateral agility to redirect and recover when beaten...His insistence on over-powering his man has led to some tough times trying to disengage from blocks when working through traffic...Adequate in covering backs and tight ends in the short area passing game, but lacks depth and hip smoothness in his pass drops and needs to do a better job of anticipating the pass (doesn't get his head turned around properly)...Good edge rusher, but if he has to redirect he lacks the plant-and-drive agility to close on the pocket...Needs to improve his hand technique in pass protection, as he tends to maul the receiver, drawing costly pass interference calls.
Compares To: CARLOS EMMONS-ex-New York Giants...Sartz has a tall, angular frame with the long arms to fend off single blocks. He is more effective playing inside the box than in space due to hip stiffness and is a bit of a liability in pass coverage. He plays with a steady motor and while he lacks instincts, he is quick to close on the ball once he locates it. He showed in 2006 that he can be an effective edge blitzer, and with improved strength he won't have problems with the outside runners at the next level. He is not really much of a playmaker, but will put forth a solid blue-collar job and adds to his resume with his ability to play on the special teams coverage units.
Career Notes
Sartz's seven sacks in 2006 was the lowest total to lead the team in a season since Ennis Davis produced six sacks in 2000.
2006 Season
All-Pac 10 Conference honorable mention...Held out of most of spring drills to allow his 2005 shoulder injury to heal, but started all thirteen games at strong-side outside line-backer...Ranked third on the team with a career-high 70 tackles (41 solos)...Led the squad with a career-high seven sacks for minus 44 yards and finished third with 9.5 stops for losses of 50 yards...Recovered two fumbles and caused another...Also deflected five passes...Served as one of the team's three captains.
This kid just makes plays. I saw a lot of USC football and I always heard his name being mentioned. At the NFL level he may not be starter, but he could replace the production on special teams we lost with Ryan Folwer leaving. He is not the biggest kid, but neither was Tatupu and look what he is doing in the NFL for the Seahawks. Plus the kid has the perfect name to play on this team!
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Justin Medlock, K, UCLA
College: UCLA Number: 7
Height: 6-0 Weight: 201
Position: K Pos2:
Class/Draft Year: Sr/2007
40 Time: 4.89 40 Low: 4.85 40 High: 4.93
Projected Round: 5 Stock:
Rated number 2 out of 47 K's 170 / 2377 TOTAL
Combine Results Pro Day Results
Combine Invite: Yes
Height: 5115
Weight: 201
40 Yrd Dash:
20 Yrd Dash:
10 Yrd Dash:
Wonderlic:
225 Lb. Bench Reps:
Vertical Jump:
Broad Jump:
20 Yrd Shuttle:
3-Cone Drill:
Dates: 03/14/07
Height: 5115
Weight: 201
40 Yrd Dash:
20 Yrd Dash:
10 Yrd Dash:
225 Lb. Bench Reps:
Vertical Jump:
Broad Jump:
20 Yrd Shuttle:
3-Cone Drill:
Draft Scout Snapshot: Sept 2006 - 2nd team All-Pac 10 w/50-50 XP, 13-17 FG, 7-10 40+, long 51, 33 TB/76 KO in '05. Suspended in Dec. '05 after arrest for felony DUI, leaving accident scene. 1st team All-Pac 10 w/42-43 XP, 15-20 FG, 11-14 40+, long 52, 12 TB/66 KO in '04. HM All-Pac 10 w/26-26 XP, 14-19 FG, 6-8 40+, long 48 in '03. Redshirted '02.
Overview
While Medlock may lack the monster leg for kickoffs and 55-yard fields, there is plenty of room in the NFL for kickers whose consistently knock home close to 80 percent of their attempts.
Analysis
Positives: All-American in 2006 after hitting 26 of 30 field-goal attempts, finishing his career at 79 percent (68 of 86) and showing improvement through the years. Missed only one career extra-point attempt. Solid on kickoffs. Quick rise off his kicks with no career blocks. Enjoyed a strong week of practice at the East-West Shrine Game.
Negatives: Suspended in December 2005 after being arrested for a felony DUI and leaving an accident scene. Lacks the dominant leg strength, with only marginal kickoff distance and hang time. Despite consistency, some question how clutch he'd be in crucial situations.
2006 Season
First Team All-American in 2006, Medlock made 26 of 30 field goals (he had a string of 14 straight halted at Notre Dame) and all 26 PATs for a team-high 104 points. He ranks first nationally in field goals (2.17 per game) and 12th in the NCAA and first in the Pac-10 in scoring (8.67). His 104 points are a career high and rank No. 8 (tied) on UCLA's single-season scoring list and his 26 field goals are the second-most in school history. Medlock is second on UCLA's career field goal list with 68 and second on the career scoring list with 348 points.
Draft Scout Player News
01/19/07 - PRO PROSPECTS: PK Justin Medlock has a strong and accurate leg, making 28 of 32 attempts this season. He hit both of his attempts from at least 50 yards.
I saw this kid light it up at the College Skills Competition on ESPN. We can't really think that Gramatica is going to be a Hall Of Fame kicker after one season back after injury. We draft him and let then battle in training camp. He's a lefty too for whatever that is worth.
What do you guys think?
