Interior Offensive Line

Tyler biadasz (rJR)

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Height: 6’4”

Weight: 314 lbs.

Arm Length: 32¼”

Hand Size: 10”

40 Time: n/a

nfl COMbinE:

Did Not Participate

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Biadasz has been the staple of consistency and excellence for a Wisconsin offensive line consistently considered amongst the best in the country. A three-year starter at center, Biadasz helped lead the way for back Jonathan Taylor to rush for over 6,000 yards in their three seasons starting together in Madison. After an excellent 2018 campaign, which led to some speculation Biadasz could enter the draft, he returned to Madison in 2019, where his performance was hampered at times due to nagging injuries. While some analysts have distanced themselves from their once strong feelings towards Biadasz, he’s still the best center in this draft class.

Run Block: Biadasz is at his best in the run game. He’s an above average athlete for the position, and his mobility should allow him to thrive in a primarily zone blocking scheme. His ability to get to the edge on pulls and be able to change direction in the open field will give teams more flexibility in their run schemes. At the same time, his physicality at the point of attack on inside zone runs will wear on defensive lines throughout the game, and he should be a day one plug-and-play option at either center or guard.

Pass Pro: In pass protection, he still needs some refinement to his game, but there are no functional concerns with Biadasz in any particular type of pass pro scheme. At times he has the tendency to be a bit over aggressive, but with further NFL coaching, he could become a top player at the center position.

bEST GAME:

Dinged up for a lot of Wisconsin’s top games in 2019, hosting Nebraska for a night game in 2018 was Biadasz’ most dominant performance in recent memory. Consistently beating up on NFL prospects Khalil and Carlos Davis, the Badgers imposed their will on the ground against the Cornhuskers all game, and Biadasz’s physicality took a toll on the Nebraska defensive line throughout the game. Whether on simple inside zone concepts or the Badgers’ more unique counter and pin and pull concepts, the Badgers dominated the line of scrimmage all night long, and it started with Biadasz at the pivot.

fiT wiTH THE PACkErS:

Depending on what the Packers decide to do with Corey Linsley, Biadasz could be a quick and easy replacement option for Green Bay. Center or guard shouldn’t be out of the question for Biadasz, just like Elgton Jenkins a season ago. The interior also still has some question marks given Bryan Bulaga leaving in free agency and the addition of Rick Wagner, but Biadasz would be a perfect fit in the Packers’ zone scheme, allowing his physicality and mobility to thrive. While Biadasz still has some development to do in pass protection, playing on the inside often gives him help, which will be beneficial.

lloyd Cushenberry iii (rJR)

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Height: 6’3”

Weight: 312 lbs.

Arm Length: 32”

Hand Size: 10”

40 Time: 5.27

nfl COMbinE:

25 bench reps

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Cushenberry III had an excellent year in 2019, leading the offensive line of an offense that had a historically prolific season. A unit that, as a whole, was both nasty and proficient in pass protection, LSU was able to do some really unique and extreme things up front, in large part due to Cushenberry III’s prowess both in the pass and run game.

Run Block: In the run game, Cushenberry III uses the same combination of strength and athleticism to be a problem for both first and second level defenders. He’s scheme diverse and should be a quick fix for any team looking to improve at center.

Pass Pro: LSU was largely a five receiver passing game, which means that they were in five-man pass protection a majority of the time. This puts a ton of stress on the offensive line, and you don’t do it unless you feel real strongly about the horses you’ve got up front. Cushenberry III’s flexibility and athleticism is apparent on film, and that, coupled with his physical strength, is a good combination in pass protection, where he’s able to handle nose tackles and quicker types on stunts.

All-STAr GAME:

Cushenberry III was one of the few players who showed any ability to block South Carolina’s Javon Kinlaw down in Mobile. Cushenberry III’s hip flexibility was impressive, as on one rep he slipped and was able to remain engaged and recover to finish the rep. Kinlaw was dominant down at the Senior Bowl, but Cushenberry III was one of the few who looked in the same ballpark as the future first rounder from South Carolina. Coupling a strong week of practice into the game itself, the LSU product certainly made himself some money at the premier all-star event.

fiT wiTH THE PACkErS:

Cushenberry III has an opportunity, depending on the future of Corey Linsley, to be an option for the Packers at center next season. The Packers haven’t traditionally shown the propensity to draft non-collegiate tackles highly, or at all, but it’s early in the Brian Gutekunst era in Green Bay, so it’s still to be seen if that trend will continue. Cushenberry III would be a good fit in the Packers’ offense, as his athleticism will allow him to fit right into the outside zone heavy approach Coach LaFluer likes to employ.

Cesar ruiz (JR)

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Height: 6’3”

Weight: 307 lbs.

Arm Length: 33”

Hand Size: 11”

40 Time: 5.08

nfl COMbinE:

33” vertical

113” broad

4.64 sec. 20 yd

7.91 sec. 3-cone

28 bench reps

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Ruiz was the focal point of an offensive line that was littered with future NFL talent. A three-year starter for the Wolverines, he continued to develop and got better with each year, before becoming one of the premier centers in college football as a junior. Michigan’s offense allowed the talented junior to showcase his skills in multiple ways. Using both zone and gap schemes in their run game, Ruiz was able to use his movement skills on pulls, as well as his power at the first level on double teams.

Run Block: While strong in the run game, Ruiz is more of a position blocker than a dominator but rarely fails to get his man where he wants. Ruiz had some great film as a puller, showing the vision to both get through traffic on the perimeter and find blitzers working back against the grain.

Pass Pro: In pass protection, Michigan was largely a six-man protection team, so Ruiz wasn’t often asked to block defensive linemen one on one but was rock solid. He needs to work on staying on the same level as his guards in the slide, but that’s a fixable issue. Ruiz will be a sight for sore eyes for teams needing interior offensive line help.

bEST GAME:

This past season, Michigan struggled mightily early against Penn State before roaring back and nearly beating the Nittany Lions. Ruiz had some of the most impressive blocks of his season in the game, including a block on a pull where he was able to wheel back and block a blitzing linebacker from tackling the running back on a touchdown run. Ruiz showed his peak performance when his team needed it the most, and, though they didn’t win the game, they’d have been in trouble without Ruiz leading the way.

fiT wiTH THE PACkErS:

Ruiz would be able to step in for the Packers and either commandeer a starting spot or compete for one early on the interior of their offensive line. Ruiz has the center/guard versatility that will make him a sought after prospect amongst teams looking for help at either spot. Only playing in college for three years, Ruiz’s best football is likely still in front of him. He would be an upgrade at right guard and, depending on the future of Corey Linsley, could be considered at center as well.

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MEASurAblES: Height: 6’5” | Weight: 315 lbs. | Arm Length: 31⅛” |

Hand Size: 10⅛” | 40 Time: n/a

nfl COMbinE: Did Not Participate MEASurAblES: Height: 6’2” | Weight: 327 lbs. | Arm Length: 33” |

Hand Size: 10¼” | 40 Time: 5.24

nfl COMbinE: 30” vertical | 108” broad | 27 bench reps

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A Wisconsin native, Bredeson made himself at home on the Michigan offensive line, starting for three-plus seasons for the Wolverines, the majority of which at the left guard spot. A blue collar prospect, Bredeson won’t wow you with athleticism, but he simply gets people blocked.

Run Block: He’s exceptionally physical, often finishing defenders away from the play. The epitome of playing “through the whistle,” he wears on defensive linemen throughout the game. He’s well schooled in multiple run game concepts, as Michigan ran the full gamut in the run game as a program during his tenure.

Pass Pro: In pass protection, Bredeson is functionally solid and technically sound, as he doesn’t get beat often. He does a good job of using his hands in pass protection and is athletic enough to be able to handle quicker interior players.

fiT wiTH THE PACkErS:

As we saw last year with Elgton Jenkins, the Packers will consider or draft interior players if they have a past playing tackle, which should be encouraging for Bredeson, who played some left tackle as a freshman at Michigan. Depending on the future of Corey Linsley, if the Packers decided to move Jenkins over to center, Bredeson could step in on day one and take over that position and could have it for the next 10 years. He’s athletic enough to excel in the Packers’ run scheme, while being solid enough in pass protection to not be a liability.

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Imagine a person being built like a lego block—that’s how Damien Lewis is constructed physically. A big, thick bully along the offensive line, he helped Lloyd Cushenberry III keep Joe Burrow upright and punished defensive linemen all year long. Lewis also had an excellent week down in Mobile at the Senior Bowl.

Run Block: In the run game, Lewis is a nasty dude. He’s physical and beats up on interior defensive linemen during double teams. Lewis is much more comfortable going forward rather than side-to-side, so a gap scheme could be a better suit for his skill set.

Pass Pro: In pass protection, Lewis showed the ability to handle power and bull rushes, while also showing the ability to handle some speed and twitch on the inside. He’ll never be mistaken for an elite athlete but has shown the functional ability to handle speed from interior rushers. Constantly looks for work when uncovered.

fiT wiTH THE PACkErS:

As you’ve already read and will continue to read with interior linemen, the Packers generally don’t select those that haven’t played tackle in the past, which Lewis has not. While Lewis is one of the better interior offensive linemen in this draft class, he’s not as seemless of a fit in the Packers’ offensive scheme as others on this list. He should slide into a guard spot for a team with a heavier emphasis on gap scheme run concepts and take it over for the better part of a decade. However, that likely won’t be with the Packers.

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MEASurAblES: Height: 6’3” | Weight: 306 lbs. | Arm Length: 33½” |

Hand Size: 10½” | 40 Time: 5.23

nfl COMbinE: 26” vertical | 98” broad | 5.02 sec. 20 yd |

7.83 sec. 3-cone | 28 bench reps

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Jackson, a graduate transfer from Rutgers, made himself at home with the Buckeyes, starting at left guard during his only season with the program. Jackson is built like a refrigerator and plays like it. He played well throughout the year and was particularly impressive at the Senior Bowl in Mobile, having one of the better performances at the event. He’s not going to wow you as an athlete, but Jackson functionally plays the position and plays it at a very high level.

Run Block: In the run game, Jackson is physical but not a dominator. Ohio State doesn’t have an overly complex run scheme, so they let their athletes go play fast, and Jackson was able to thrive in that environment.

Pass Pro: As a pass protector, Jackson is a technician, never setting any further than needed for the path of the rusher on that play. He’s able to mask his athletic deficiencies by playing smart in pass pro, and allowing himself to dirty-up the defender throughout the rep.

fiT wiTH THE PACkErS:

Jackson likely won’t hit a lot of the athletic thresholds the Packers seem to have along the offensive line, and he doesn’t have a history playing tackle. However, if they were to select him, he’d be a quality piece, whether used as a starter at either guard spot or used as an interior depth option with the ability to learn the center position. Jackson will make an NFL team happy for a nice, lengthy career with his prowess on the interior.

MEASurAblES: Height: 6’4” | Weight: 310 lbs. | Arm Length: 32¼” |

Hand Size: 9½” | 40 Time: 5.11

nfl COMbinE: 25.5” vertical | 107” broad | 4.90 sec. 20 yd |

8.13 sec. 3-cone

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Lemieux was arguably the best offensive lineman on the best offensive line in the country last season for the Ducks. As a fifth-year senior, he was able to help lead Oregon to a Rose Bowl birth by helping the Ducks run the football as well as protect heralded quarterback prospect Justin Herbert. Though he won’t wow you as an athlete, he’s a gamer and is able to climb to the second level and latch onto linebackers, opening up running lanes.

Run Block: In the run game, he’s not a dominator, but is physical on double teams and shows a good ability to climb to the second level. Lemieux does a great job at tracking scraping linebackers and going to where they will be, not where they currently are, in order to give him the best angle possible.

Pass Pro: In pass protection, Lemieux wasn’t asked to do a ton. Oregon’s pass protection schemes were fairly vanilla, and there were a lot of pocket-moving schemes and quick pass game, so he’ll be able to quickly adapt in that regard. He’ll continue to get reps at more conventional pass sets in the league.

fiT wiTH THE PACkErS:

While Lemieux isn’t the type the Packers typically target (no tackle experience), Lemieux would be a nice fit in the Packers’ zone heavy stretch outside zone scheme. Oregon ran a ton of outside zone concepts, and Lemieux is better on the move than he is in a phonebooth. Lemieux could be some quality depth while also competing for a starting guard spot. He’s a smart and cerebral player, who gets the most out of his physical abilities. Those types tend to stick around the league a while.

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MEASurAblES: Height: 6’4” | Weight: 321 lbs. | Arm Length: 34⅛” |

Hand Size: 11¼” | 40 Time: 5.24

nfl COMbinE: 30” vertical | 107” broad | 4.87 sec. 20 yd |

8.03 sec. 3-cone | 34 bench reps

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Simpson is what you think of when you picture an offensive guard back in the 1980s: big, strong and does his best work in confined spaces. The mammoth product from Clemson has a very niche role moving forward in his career, but he should thrive in that role. He’s a guard-only prospect who will fit right in with gap teams that want to run power and duo.

Run block: In the run game, power is Simpson’s game. He’s a people mover who is better when moving forward than backward. Simpson’s a pure bully in the trenches and is able to generate vertical movement on defensive linemen. Day one in the NFL, he’ll be able to do this functionally.

Pass Pro: In pass protection, once he latches onto you, the rep is over. However, when he has issues it’s due to leaning and his upper body getting ahead of his lower body. If he can get coached up on lot leaning during pass protection, he’ll be functional.

fiT wiTH THE PACkErS:

Even though he possesses the length and size to play offensive tackle, he’s a guard only due to his physical limitations with foot speed. He posted some nice explosion test scores at the combine, but his agility scores will likely take him off of the Packers’ board from an athletic standpoint. He’d be a guardonly player in the NFL, but the Packers have shown to value versatility, so he likely won’t be a target for the Green and Gold.

MEASurAblES: Height: 6’6” | Weight: 317 lbs. | Arm Length: 32½” |

Hand Size: 10¼” | 40 Time: 5.30

nfl COMbinE: 26” vertical | 104” broad | 4.83 sec. 20 yd |

8.00 sec. 3-cone

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Logan Stenberg is one of the most sure things in this draft class. What he does he does really well. He’s a people mover in the run game, and he plays with a giant chip on his shoulder, to a fault at times. While he’s a mauler, it carries over to the pass protection side, which can get him in trouble at times. A bit limited as an athlete, he gets the most out of his physical gifts but will struggle against elite athleticism at the next level.

Run Block: In the run game, he’s a bully who is constantly finishing guys to and through the whistle and is able to get in defenders’ heads. He's more of a gap scheme guy, but when you’re as physical as Stenberg is, you can make due in any scheme. He played well as a senior in what was essentially a Single Wing offense, with Lynn Bowden Jr., a wide receiver, at quarterback.

Pass Pro: As a pass protector, he depends on his physicality rather than his technique, which can get him in trouble. You’re not going to be able to bull rush him successfully, but any wiggle side to side can give him some issues.

fiT wiTH THE PACkErS:

Stenberg will have a couple of things working against him from a Packers’ standpoint. Athletically, he’s going to struggle to meet their thresholds. Like Simpson, Stenberg is a guard only, though a team might think they could get out of a game with him at tackle in an emergency. Stenberg, however, lacks the tackle experience to make him a target for the Packers traditionally. For Green Bay, he’d be a guard only who would struggle with the lateral nature of the offense. Stenberg is best suited for an offense that’s primarily rooted in a gap scheme, where his mauling mentality can be put to full use.

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MEASurAblES: Height: 6’3” | Weight: 315 lbs. | Arm Length: 31¾” |

Hand Size: 10⅝” | 40 Time: n/a

nfl COMbinE: 44 bench reps MEASurAblES: Height: 6’4” | Weight: 307 lbs. | Arm Length: 32¼” |

Hand Size: 10” | 40 Time: 5.18

nfl COMbinE: 30” vertical | 110” broad jump | 4.60 sec 20 yd |

7.45 sec. 3-cone

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Muti is one of the most unique and curious cases in this entire class, regardless of position. When he’s been healthy, he’s played nearly dominant-level football. However, that hasn’t happened often. Two season ending injuries, an achilles injury in 2018 and a lis franc injury in 2019, land Muti where he is on this list, but don’t be surprised if he outperforms plenty ranked above him.

Run Block: In the run game, Muti is an absolute stud who flashes Mike Iupati-like skills. He plays like a bully and is always looking for someone else to put in the ground.

Pass Pro: As a pass blocker, he shows the ability to anchor and stop the bull rush, while also showing the movement skills to deal with speed. His technique has some work needed, but he blocks his assignment.

fiT wiTH THE PACkErS:

Muti would be a bit of an anomaly in the Packers’ offensive line room, as he’s definitely a gap scheme type rather than a zone or lateral type run blocker. He also has no athletic testing to go off of other than his bench, which was the highest total at the combine. With Green Bay’s stinginess on prospects due to athletic scores, it wouldn’t be a shock if they steer clear of him. Muti has the talent to succeed in any scheme, but a gap scheme would optimize his strengths.

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Hennessy capitalized on an excellent Senior Bowl performance to catapult himself near the top of the center conversations. A tough kid who plays cerebrally in order to optimize his skill set, Hennessy will have himself a long career in the NFL, as either a center or as a guard in a zone scheme.

Run Block: As a run blocker, Hennessy uses his movement ability to put himself in position to succeed. While Hennessy plays physically, he’s not a displacer of defensive linemen— rather, he shields the linemen away from the ball carrier.

Pass Pro: As a pass blocker, Hennessy uses good leverage and uses his hands really well in order to stop power moves because they get started.

fiT wiTH THE PACkErS:

Hennessy is one of the more likely potential fits with the Packers despite his lack of experience as a tackle due to his athleticism. He posted impressive numbers at the combine in Indianapolis and, coupled that with an impressive Senior Bowl, Hennessy has done well for himself during this draft cycle. He’s a Packers type of offensive lineman, so despite not checking all of the boxes, it wouldn't be surprising if he ended up in Green Bay.

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MEASurAblES: Height: 6’4” | Weight: 310 lbs.

in A nuTSHEll: Dotson was probably the most notable NFL Scouting Combine snub in this year’s class, as he and teammate Robert Hunt made up one of the most impressive duos in the country at Louisiana-Lafayette. Dotson’s game is all about nastiness and physicality, and in the NFL that will suit him well. The passing game can still be improved for Dotson, but he’s an NFL-level run blocker day one in an NFL camp.

MEASurAblES: Height: 5’11’’ | Weight: 216 lbs. | 40 Time: 4.62

nfl COMbinE: 25” vertical | 93” broad | 5.11 sec. 20 yd |

8.17 sec. 3-cone | 22 bench reps

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Phillips is a mammoth of a man who is all about brute force and moving people at the point of attack. He had a good week at the Senior Bowl and was the only offensive lineman down in Mobile who could match the strength of South Carolina’s Javon Kinlaw, the best defensive player at the event.

Run Block: In the run game, Phillips is a bulldozer who moves people off of their spot with strength and physicality. He’s devastating on the backside of double-team blocks and is better on the move than you’d expect from a man of his size.

Pass Pro: In pass protection, power is the name of the game for Phillips. He’s average at best as an athlete, but his sheer size and strength works in his favor in pass protection. He’s got long arms to negate bull rushers and can keep rushers off balance with his length.

fiT wiTH THE PACkErS:

Phillips isn’t likely to generate much interest from a team like the Packers due to their athletic thresholds and his lack of experience playing tackle. Phillips might be able to, in a pinch, get you out of a game at tackle, but he’ll make his money as a gap scheme guard who punishes defenders all game long. Phillips will be a good player in the NFL for a long time, but under the Packers current coaching staff and front office regime, it likely won’t be in Green Bay.

14 Calvin Throckmorton (rSR) Oregon

MEASurAblES: Height: 6’5” | Weight: 317 lbs.

in A nuTSHEll: Due to his limited athleticism, Throckmorton is a former tackle that should see a move inside at the next level, which is fine for him; he started at nearly every position for the Ducks throughout his career. Though he tested fairly poorly, he doesn’t always reflect it in his play, and he should be a potential target for the Packers in the draft due to his tackle experience. He was an alternate at the Senior Bowl and practiced well on short notice. A technician, Throckmorton is going to be a tough guy to get rid of.

15 Soloman kindley (rJR) Georgia

MEASurAblES: Height: 6’3” | Weight: 337 lbs.

in A nuTSHEll: Kindley is a massive human being who was a part of an offensive line at Georgia with multiple top NFL targets, but he was a bit inconsistent from a performance standpoint. He’s got impressive power and the ability to dominate at times but needs to continue to improve his technique, as well as improve his overall performance. His baseline traits will keep teams interested, but he’s a bit of a boom-or-bust candidate.

MEASurAblES: Height: 6’3” | Weight: 344 lbs.

in A nuTSHEll: Onwenu is the thickest prospect in this year’s draft class, regardless of position. A four-year starter along the offensive line for the Wolverines, Onwenu isn’t the dominator you’d assume from his build, but, conversely, he’s a much better athlete than would be expected. He’s going to be at his best as a plus-sized zone blocker who is adequately adept in the passing game.

MEASurAblES: Height: 6’4” | Weight: 306 lbs.

in A nuTSHEll: Jon Runyan Jr. plays the position exactly as you’d expect the son of Jon Runyan would. Runyan Jr. has the former college tackle experience the Packers value and is one of the more athletic offensive linemen in the class. He projects inside at the next level but could be a swing tackle for a team. His versatility and ability to play nearly every position on the offensive line will make him a valuable commodity.

18 keith ismael (rJR)

San Diego St

MEASurAblES: Height: 6’3” | Weight: 309 lbs.

in A nuTSHEll: Ismael was impressive down in Mobile, where the Senior Bowl competition wasn’t too much for the center. More of a finesse player, Ismael showed some impressive athleticism on the all-star circuit, which should interest teams that employ zone schemes. Sound in pass protection, Ismael is more of a positional blocker who shows the ability to break down and shield second level defenders from the ball carrier.

19 nick Harris (SR)

Washington

MEASurAblES: Height: 6’1” | Weight: 302 lbs.

in A nuTSHEll: Harris was a three-plus-year starter at Washington and earned quite a bit of acclaim heading into his senior season, but struggled mightily at the Senior Bowl in Mobile. Granted, he played the last day on a bum ankle, but Harris will need to prove to NFL teams that he can keep on good weight. Harris is a good athlete who should perform well in a zone based blocking scheme but will struggle mightily against big nose tackles who use power.

20 Tremayne Anchrum (SR) Arizona Satate Clemson

MEASurAblES: Height: 6’2” | Weight: 314 lbs.

in A nuTSHEll: Anchrum started at right tackle for the defending national runners-up for two-plus years, but at 6’2” lacks the ideal body type of an NFL tackle. Anchrum is a fiesty blocker who is going to stick on the right team under an offensive line coach that is going to value his technical prowess. Solid as a pass blocker, his long arms will help him as an interior player with a smaller frame to start with. 21 Daryl williams (SR)

22 Danny Pinter (rSR)

23 Jake Hanson (SR)

24 Simon Stepaniak (rSR)

25 Cohl Cabral (SR)

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Position Analysis:

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1. Derrick brown, Auburn 2. Ross blacklock, TCU 3. Javon kinlaw, South Carolina 4. Raekwon Davis, Alabama 5. Justin Madubuike, Texas A&M

6. Rashard Lawrence, LSU 7. Neville Gallimore, Oklahoma 8. Leki Fotu, Utah 9. Marlon Davidson, Auburn 10. Larell Murchison, NC St

11. Davon Hamilton, Ohio St 12. Nick coe, Auburn 13. McTelvin Agim, Arkansas 14. Raequan Williams, Michigan St 15. Jordan Elliott, Missouri

16. Garrett Marino, UAB 17. James Lynch, Baylor 18. carlos Davis, Nebraska 19. khalil Davis, Nebraska 20. Robert Landers, Ohio St

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