Preseason Scouting Report: Offensive Linemen
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Games are won and lost in the trenches. OL are the ones that dictate the line of scrimmage and set the tone for the game. These are what you can expect from some of the best. Ian Markham-Miller MD #102…
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Continue ReadingGames are won and lost in the trenches. OL are the ones that dictate the line of scrimmage and set the tone for the game. These are what you can expect from some of the best.
Markham-Miller is a very high-level center. He is at his best in the run game. He does a good job of finishing off his blocks. He keeps his head on a swivel and is always looking to put a hat on somebody. Defenders try to go low and shoot the gap but he does a good job of sending those guys to the ground.
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Anderson is one of the most underrated players in the state. He is a tackle that can do it all. He has great feet. He is very mobile. He does a great job getting a body on somebody when he goes to the second level. He is also very effective when he pulls. He has great hands in pass pro.
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Wallace is a violent player. He has immense potential and can develop into a high-level player. He uses his size and strength to overpower defenders. If he can improve his technique and his speed off the ball he will rise in the rankings.
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Smith is a lineman that has both the athleticism and technical ability to excel. He is very good in pass protection as he is quick enough to keep up with speed rushers. He also is strong enough to handle power rushers. He has great technique in pass pro. In the run game, he does a good job of squaring up defenders. He always fights for inside position.
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Syzmanski is the perfect day modern lineman. He does a great job of using his length as he is able to get his hands on defenders before they engage. His hand placement is immaculate which allows him to have complete control over defenders. He also plays with a high motor as he is always looking to lay down a block on somebody.
Levy is a lineman that would excel in a zone run system. He is very mobile. He does a good job of blocking while on the move. He is very versatile as he has the ability to play all 5 spots on the offensive line. He is intelligent and is able to pick up defenders in different looks.