Paris Johnson Jr.
Johnson Jr has had experience playing multiple positions on the offensive line which is fantastic because it shows versatility. However, at the same time it is difficult to establish continuity and comfort. With that being said Johnson Jr is most likely to play left tackle in the NFL. Last year was Johnson Jrs first time playing left tackle since high school and he did a superb job considering his circumstances. He struggled in areas you would expect from a former right guard to now converted left tackle. Such as hand placement, usage and other technique issues. Johnson Jr will need to develop his anchor more and lets defenders get into his chest more often than you would like. He will also overset leaving him susceptible to being beat inside. Noticed he will lean into contact which will need to be cleaned up. In the run game he will twist his hips rather than keeping them straight and lose leverage. Can play in any blocking scheme. Shown flashes of quick feet, flexible hips and lateral quickness but on tape it’s inconsistent. I think his inconsistencies or weaknesses are a lack of experience and reps at left tackle. Has the athleticism and traits to be an elite tackle in the likes of Ronnie Stanley.
2. Peter Skoronski
To be a guard or to be a tackle has become the question about Skoronski. Many believe he’s a guard due to his short arms while others see him as a tackle. Short arms isn’t a death notice for tackles as we’ve seen prospects overcome that. The key to overcoming short arm length is you have to be perfect in your technique and display active hands. Due to short arms Skoronski gets easily controlled by edge rushers and doesn’t have strong enough of an anchor to counter the bull rush. He has slow feet and lateral quickness. His recovery speed isn’t necessarily what you would want to see from a tackle going up against NFL edge rushers. Skoronski is very alert and intelligent when it comes to processing stunts. The best in the class when it comes to down blocks and sealing the defender. High IQ on angles in the run game. It’s not a jab at Skoronski to have him at tackle, he’s a talented prospect who would notch a couple pro bowls at guard.
3. O'Cyrus Torrence
Torrence film against Jalen Carter speaks for itself as well as the totality of his film at Florida. I usually don’t like to bring stats up in my evaluations but for Torrence to have not given up a sack in his collegiate career leaves you speechless. If you’re wondering why he isn’t regarded as a top 10 pick it’s due to his lack of athleticism, slow feet and overall quickness. Long story short he isn’t a great overall athlete. But don’t let that fool you he has exceptional strength and power. His combination of hand timing and power stun pass rushers. Don’t try to overpower Torrence because he can go toe to toe with the strongest competition. Lack of athletic traits will designate him to a gap scheme.
4. Darnell Wright
Wright has gone up against tough competition (Will Anderson, Bj Ojulari, Jalen Carter and Bryan Bresee) all of whom are projected to be high draft selections. Wright is a technician with great lateral quickness and constantly moves his feet. Doesn’t “heel click” when moving his feet in pass pro or when redirecting. He’s got the best kick step in the class and uses it confidently. He’s got creativity in his pass sets and will mix them up. While he does have great lateral quickness and move his feet well enough for his size he is stiff and prone to getting beat. At times he plays on his heels leaving him off balance and a tad slower to react. Keeps hips square and has a strong anchor. Slow to process the stunt and will lean too much off his weight forward. Run blocking needs major improvement and can start by not lower his head on point of attack. Should be used in a gap scheme rather than zone because he isn’t great in space, nor can he change direction on the fly.
5. Dawand Jones
They call him “Big Thanos” for a reason, measuring at 6-feet, 8-inches, and 374 pounds and a wingspan as large as a full grown male crane. Jones wins using his wingspan, arm length and power. It’s clear any edge rusher isn’t going to overpower Jones and will most likely have to use speed. Much easier said then done because Jones uses his hands very well and stuns the defender in their tracks. When he lands his punches and extends it looks as if the defender ran into a wall. Lateral quickness gets the job done. Jones mirrors defenders and limits their ability to bend the corner. Feet come together and click on past sets which he’ll need to clean up. Favorite move is the snatch trap technique. Does get off balance. Much better in the run game than he’s known for especially in gap scheme and sealing off the backside. Ohio State schemed away his weaknesses. Very high possibility he can be the next Orlando Brown Jr. A fortress on the right side of the line.
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