Position: Offensive Guard
School: Texas
Status: Senior
Height: 6-3
Weight: 335
40-Yard Dash: 5.10 (EST)
Positives:
Blalock is a strong and powerful blocker who displays a good base and excellent use of hands. He balances well, and is very hard for all but the most powerful defensive tackles to disrupt. Blalock is a beast in the running game, often driving defenders back to the second level. He's arguably the biggest mauler and the nastiest lineman in this year's draft.
Negatives:
Blalock is not athletic enough to pull well or often, which won't endear him to some teams. His footwork occasionally gets him in trouble, taking him out of position to make a block, especially in pass protection.
Overview:
The top guard prospect in the draft, and has the versatility to play right tackle as well. His raw talent coupled with that versatility should land him in the back half of the first round. If he lands in a system that coaches well, especially a power-blocking system, he should be a star in the NFL.
