Laurence Gibson OT Va Tech coming in for visit

[RS12]

Laurence Gibson | Tackle
Team: Virginia Tech Hokies
Age / DOB: (24) / 3/19/1991
Ht / Wt: 6'6' / 297

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Four teams have scheduled a visit for Virginia Tech T Laurence Gibson.
Those four teams: the Arizona Cardinals, Carolina Panthers, Dallas Cowboys and Denver Broncos. Gibson is one of the most athletic offensive linemen in this class, but he needs a lot of work. We doubt he draws more than a fifth through seventh-round selection, but many teams like to invest in athletes in that area. Gibson has the most experience on the left side. Mar 22 - 10:01 AM
Source: Richmond Times Dispatch

 

[theogt]

Well, we need a new swing tackle, so I'd assume we go digging for one in 5-7.

 

[CF74]

If he's there in the 5th pull the trigger...

 

[Nirvana]

He's older than Tyron Smith by a year or so. Their combine numbers would be interesting to compare also. He's an athletic guy for sure just like Tyron. Interesting day 3 pick.

 

[tm1119]

He's huge and freakishly athletic but not a ton of starting experience and will need work. But if the coaching staff feel they can work with him it could be a good gamble in the 5th

 

[RS12]

His age will work against him. Probably would not productive till age 26.

 

[xwalker]

He's older than Tyron Smith by a year or so. Their combine numbers would be interesting to compare also. He's an athletic guy for sure just like Tyron. Interesting day 3 pick.

 

[Nirvana]

He's got to be on my mock draft for the Cowboys for sure. Go ahead and slot him in for the 5th round. Tyron, meet your new buddy. Show him the ropes.

 

[xwalker]

He "sounds" intelligent.


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[Biggems]

How does he compare to another late round prospect, Takoby Cofield of Duke?

BTW, why is everyone so caught up on whether they are ready to play right now. As long as our OL is healthy, we already have our 5 starters. He can come in, getting into the weight room, get into the film room, and get with the coaches and learn NFL technique. Even if he is a bit raw, being very athletic can mask some of his flaws if thrust into action prematurely.

 

[Leadbelly]

Looks like an interesting prospect. Althoooough...world's shortest highlight reel. 8 seconds. Bad unless you ride bulls.

 

[xwalker]

How does he compare to another late round prospect, Takoby Cofield of Duke?

BTW, why is everyone so caught up on whether they are ready to play right now. As long as our OL is healthy, we already have our 5 starters. He can come in, getting into the weight room, get into the film room, and get with the coaches and learn NFL technique. Even if he is a bit raw, being very athletic can mask some of his flaws if thrust into action prematurely.

Cofield looks a little better technique-wise, but Gibson is more athletic.

 

[xwalker]

Looks like an interesting prospect. Althoooough...world's shortest highlight reel. 8 seconds. Bad unless you ride bulls.

There is footage of several VT games available.

 

[Biggems]

Cofield looks a little better technique-wise, but Gibson is more athletic.

might be overkill, but I wouldn't mind getting both. It never hurts to have 2 reserve OTs