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Grade
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  • 35 REPS
    Top Performer
  • 105.0 INCH
    Top Performer
  • 7.50 SEC
    Top Performer
  • 6'3" Height
  • 33 1/8" Arm Length
  • 297LBS. Weight
  • 10 5/8" Hands

Overview

Hawley is a good college interior lineman but lacks any singular asset that makes you think he eventually can become a starter at the next level. He started at both guard and center while at UNLV and understands blocking schemes and angles. He is not a natural knee-bender and struggles to leverage blocks, which allows him to be overpowered by massive nose tackles and three-technique tackles. He gets a good fit with his hands but lacks the heavy hands that can shock opponents and get them back on their heels. He projects as a quality free agent or late-round draft pick.

Analysis

Strengths

Big-bodied kid with adequate height. Fires off the ball low, takes proper angles and engages with his hands, getting inside the defender's pads. Possesses good speed for his size to get to the edge when pulling. Heady player who understands interior blocking assignments and can play both guard and center.

Weaknesses

Loses leverage since he is not a natural knee bender and will struggle to handle the bull rush at the next level. Does not have the pure strength to push people around in the run game and lacks a strong punch to shock defenders. Takes too many false steps and struggles to fight off counter moves in pass protection.
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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.
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