by NorthHawk » Sat Apr 29, 2017 2:11 pm
Justin Senior OT Mississippi St.
Edit: 6'5 335 lbs
He might be our massive RT of the future.
Here's a breakdown from NFLDraftScout:
STRENGTHS: Senior looks the part with a prototypical frame including excellent overall weight distribution and long arms (33 7/8"). He possesses the light feet, balance and natural knee bend necessary to mirror edge rushers in pass protection, showing good initial quickness to gain depth on his kick-slide. Senior's long arms and impressive upper body strength help him to lock on and control rushers. When he gets his hands latched, it is often game-over for edge rushers, including those looking to bull rush him as Senior shows the core flexibility and stout anchor to hold up. He is an effective drive blocker, generating movement at the point of attack due to effective hand placement and leg drive. He is quick enough for the down block and in getting to the second level to project as a possible zone blocker, as well. Senior comes with excellent intangibles, not missing a game due to injury over his career and earning a spot on the SEC's Honor Roll three consecutive years for his academics. He earned his undergraduate degree in sociology in summer 2015 and did course work for a second degree in political science as a senior.
WEAKNESSES: Senior remains raw in some areas, including simply being late off the snap (including while playing at home). His tendency to be tardy off the ball makes him vulnerable to speed rushers and Senior can react poorly in these instances, flailing his arms out in a late desperate attempt to slow opponents. Senior is quick enough to get to the second level but often looks lost once there, lacking ideal awareness and anticipation at this time. Further, he lacks an accurate strike zone with his initial punch, especially when run blocking at the second level, lunging at defenders with his hands often shooting too low and leaving him off-balance.
IN OUR VIEW: As a native Canadian, he is eligible for the CFL draft but Senior has NFL-caliber talent. He was part of a physical offensive line built for running the ball and he projects well in a similar scheme at the next level, displaying the size, power and athleticism to compete for early playing time, though some growing pains should be expected.