DRAFT TRACKER 2023

Girthy interior force with heavy hands and a combative nature at the point of attack. Ika is made for gap control with his wide frame and ready anchor. While he has the potential to become a highly effective block-eater as an odd or even front nose tackle, he’s quick enough off the snap to penetrate and disrupt play design if teams try to block him one-on-one. While he’s unlikely to see passing downs, Ika does have enough athleticism and hand work to challenge the pocket from time to time. If he’s able to manage his weight, Ika could become an early starter and help improve a leaky run defense.

Finesse run blocker with agility, foot quickness and a feel for angles to carry his zone-scheme experience into the pros. Galvin is a scheme-specific blocker due to his lack of drive power and in-line block sustain. He might find that teams prefer him as an interior blocker due to his lack of desired arm length. He has plenty of body control and athleticism to pass protect against active pass rushers, but his lack of edge firmness and core strength will be a concern when he’s forced to match up against bull rushers. Galvin should offer both swing tackle and guard value, which should bolster his draft stock.

Tight end with average size and talent as a run blocker but the tools to get a little better in that area. Baylor frequently used Sims as a wingback who was asked to base block, lead block and get into space on outside zone. As a pass-catcher, he lacks separation talent and is going to get what is given to him by the defense. Sims’ average traits mean he will likely need to be in a favorable situation to make a roster.