OL38
Jason Pinkston
OL Pittsburgh
Grade
4.75
?
5.47 SEC
Top Performer
26.5 INCH
Top Performer
98.0 INCH
Top Performer
7.88 SEC
Top Performer
4.91 SEC
Top Performer
- 6'3" Height
- 34" Arm Length
- 317LBS. Weight
- 10 1/4" Hands
Overview
Pinkston is deceptively athletic and has the football intelligence to make an NFL roster. He does not impress on the hoof, but he understands blocking schemes and very rarely misses his assignment. He also possesses quick feet and the lateral agility to hold up against athletic pass rushers and flashes the ability to generate a good push in the running game. He does not show a fierce competitiveness on or off the field and he appears to be an underachiever. Overall, Pinkston knows the game of football and has enough talent to develop into a quality reserve tackle. He is likely a second day pick.
Analysis
Strengths
Pinkston has adequate size and excellent instincts. Quickly recognizes stunts and blitzes and is always in sound position. Sets quickly, plays with a wide base, and flashes the ability to sink his hips to thwart the bull rush. Athletic enough to mirror edge rushers and to make blocks in the second level.
Weaknesses
On the shorter side with a soft body. Lacks a powerful punch and takes too many false steps in pass pro. Falls off blocks at times in the running game. Takes poor initial angles and struggles to get sound hand placement. Does not always finish blocks and lacks a mean streak. Has durability concerns.
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| Grade |
Title |
Draft (Round) |
Description |
| 96-100 |
Future Hall of Famer |
Top Pick |
A once-in-a-generation type prospect who could change how his position is played |
| 85-95 |
Immediate Starter |
1st |
An impact player with the ability/intangibles to become a Pro Bowl player. Expect to start immediately except in a unique situation (i.e. behind a veteran starter). |
| 70-84 |
Eventual Starter |
2nd-3rd |
A quality player who will contribute to the team early on and is expected to develop into a starter. A reliable player who brings value to the position. |
| 50-69 |
Draftable Player |
4th-7th |
A prospect with the ability to make team as a backup/role player. Needs to be a special teams contributor at applicable positions. Players in the high range of this category might have long-term potential. |
| 20-49 |
Free Agent |
UDFA |
A player with solid measurables, intangibles, college achievements, or a developing skill that warrants an opportunity in an NFL camp. In the right situation, he could earn a place on a 53-man roster, but most likely will be a practice squad player or a camp body. |