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  • 19 REPS
    Top Performer
  • 6'5" Height
  • 305LBS. Weight

Overview

Link moved from tight end after his sophomore season, showing enough athleticism on the edge to become a two-time All-Southland Conference pick. Still very raw in his technique and in need of adding strength, Link is the sort of developmental prospect teams like to have on the back end of the roster or practice squad. Had an arm span of 32 inches and a hand span of 10 inches at the combine.

Analysis

Strengths

Positives: Tall left tackle with athletic build and room to grow. ... Plays with a wide base and fair anchor for his size. ... Sticks on his man using his length and by moving his feet. ... Good setup, kick-slide and depth in pass protection. ... Uses his size and hard work to push his man around the pocket on speed rushes. ... Solid when blocking down and will sustain the block through the whistle. ... Agile enough to run out in front of screens. ... Dominates defensive backs and linebackers in space when he hits the target. ... Has experience snapping for placement kicks. Negatives: Not dominant at the FCS level. ... Most Southland Conference ends can't beat him with a speed rush but Link could struggle to handle NFL-caliber burst and quickness on the edge. ... Waist-bender who consistently overextends when run blocking and in pass protection, meaning he will miss his target or get tossed aside by stronger defensive ends. ... Not much of a punch at the point of attack.
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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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