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Franklin Dunbar, OT


Overview

Overview

A two-time Sun Belt Conference pick, Dunbar was forced to leave Middle Tennessee State after his junior season due to family obligations, but is a prospect worthy of consideration. He lacks the foot quickness and balance to remain on the outside at the NFL level, but has the size, strength and tenacity to consider as a late-round right tackle or guard prospect.


High School

Voted Georgia Class 4 A all-state by the Georgia Sportswriters Association after leading his team to a 10-2 record and a state title ... Played in the Georgia North-South All-Star game ... Recorded 26 pancake blocks in 2003 and graded out a cumulative of 88 percent on the year.


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Analysis

Analysis

Positives: Despite lacking good initial quickness, Dunbar recovers well and can make the block even after being beaten off the snap. ... Flashes an effective hand punch and can settle into pass protection. ... Good balance once settled and keeps his feet moving. ... Good anchor to absorb the bull rush. ... Understands blocking angles and can effectively create the hole without physically dominating his opponent. ... Try-hard player who looks to hit someone and will block downfield.


Negatives: Lacks prototype initial quickness to remain at left tackle in the NFL. ... Questionable level of competition may have resulted in his all-conference accolades. ... Often resorts to cut blocks and is only marginally effective in this area due to his lack of quickness. ... Technically sound and makes the most of his abilities, meaning he may be a finished product not likely to improve much.


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Q & A

Growing up, who was your favorite NFL player and why?
Will Shields, because he was a great O-lineman.
In college, what player hit you the hardest? Who was the recipient of your best hit?
I really don't remember.
What TV-show marathon will keep you on the couch all day?
NFL Network- Football follies.
What are the five most-played songs in your iPod? What's the one song you hope nobody ever finds out is in your iPod?
Plies, Young Jezzy, TI, T-Pain; Mary J. Blige
What celebrity would play you in the movie version of your life and why?
Denzel Washington of course, because he is a great actor.
What is one thing your teammates don't know about you?
I love math!
What reality TV show would you like to be on and why?
None - I hate them.
What's your proudest moment in football? Proudest moment off the field?
My proudest moment in football is when we won a last second game against Vandy. My proudest moment off the field was when my daughter was born.
When you play Madden, what team do you use? Do you put yourself on the team?
Colts.
Who has been the biggest influence on your football career and how?
My mom has been my biggest influence because she taught me to never give up no matter how tough it may get.
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