Andrews might lack length and be viewed as only a center at the next level, but he plays with strong hands, a wide frame and exceptional strength at the point of attack. His inability to trigger his feet quickly and make fluid redirections in space show up in run blocking and pass protection, but his ability to square up and hold his own against a true nose tackle over the top of him is a valuable talent. Players with Andrews’ thickness and drive-blocking talent tend to find their way onto rosters and often end up sticking around.
The first thing a team will need to do is consider Martial’s lack of size and what it will mean for his fit on the roster. He’s very small but appears extremely tough and competitive. He plays the game with a nice balance of elusiveness and aggression when taking on blocks. He has the burst and instincts to rack up high tackle totals, but he lacks the tackle radius and size to ensure consistency and to play in the box full time. Martial will likely need to prove himself in coverage, as teams will pigeonhole him as a box safety with nickel/dime linebacker value.
