I think Marten was drafted higher than Free because he played in a stronger college program and he showed the potential to play inside or out.
A few things to keep in mind here. First, the team wants to give him every chance to compete as an RT since that position is harder to fill than G. G may be his best position but he's getting a year to show he can play outside. Since he played a ton of G in college the adjustment back won't be too difficult if he has to go that way. Second, these BC guys like Columbo, Pete Kendall, Dan Koppen, and Chris Snee often are the kind of players who get by on being tough, strong, and good with technique - often they fit the "overachiever" category. They aren't going to impress reporters viewing practices.
