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  • 4.66 SEC
    Top Performer
  • 6'2" Height
  • 32" Arm Length
  • 304LBS. Weight
  • 9 3/4" Hands

Overview

Larsen was a three-year defensive lineman who moved to center for his final two years at State. He is a good athlete for the position with initial quickness and above-average lateral range in pass pro. He needs work on leveraging his blocks in spite of having natural leverage angles due to his size and still needs to improve his instincts when it comes to picking up stunts and twists up front. A lot of his issues can be improved with time at the position, and he should provide a team with a good backup for a year or two as he develops his instincts and techniques.

Analysis

Strengths

Thickly built kid with good athleticism for the position. Has a quick first step and the strength to generate a push in the running game. Possesses nimble feet and mirrors rushers in pass protection. Plays with a bit of a mean streak and looks to punish opponents.

Weaknesses

Converted defensive lineman who is still learning the position. Gets confused by stunts and twists in the defensive line and misses assignments on blitzes. Lunges at times due to overextension and loses leverage on run blocks too often. Lacks the versatility to contribute at guard at the next level.
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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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