By Lance Zierlein NFL Analyst Draft Projection Round 6 Overview Borom's mobility will be judged relative to his position ask by NFL teams. While some teams might be tempted to try him at tackle first, he doesn't appear to have functional lateral movement for pass sets or as a run blocker. If a team can fix his hand placement and get him working inside opponents' frames, we could see a jump in his block sustain and push as a downhill, phone-booth blocker in a power scheme. He creates some movement as a down blocker and teams are usually willing to spend time developing bigger guards with experience at tackle on the collegiate level. Strengths
Play experience at both tackle spots and at guard. Broad waist and thick chest. Able to match size on size in a phone booth. Size creates natural movement as down blocker. Has some knock-back pop at impact. Strong upper body shows up when his punch lands. Big body is hard to maneuver around. Impressive redirect power to press and collapse edge rusher.
Weaknesses
More mauler than controlled blocker. Slippery hands slide off his target. Doesn't spend enough time connected to his blocks. Lumbering lateral movement prohibits cut-off blocks. Too stiff-legged when blocking on the move. Unable to find proper range in pass sets as tackle. Inability to get feet set properly leads to inconsistent anchor.
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Larry Borom projects as a fringe NFL offensive lineman. Borom, who leaves Missouri as a multi-year starter who has logged reps at both tackle and on the interior, does not inspire a great deal of enthusiasm with his functional athleticism and range as a blocker. But with his stature and strong hands, Borom feels destined to gather a look somewhere in the NFL due to some of the more uncoachable dynamics at play with his game. The big question for him is how much untapped potential he can provide an NFL franchise. If a team comes away convinced they can tap into more functional athleticism, he may surprise with his draft stock. But based on the film, he’ll be challenged to secure a 53-man roster role in the league.
Awareness is above-average for his limited experience. Sells trap block and can turn to seal. Fluid getting to and adjust at the second level. Effective in space and usually drops his hips to get leverage and sustain against shorter defenders. Attacks his man, playing with a wide base and the lateral agility to mirror, sustain and shuffle to help inside. Has the size, strength and quick feet to be effective as a position run-blocker. Tall, long, athletic pass protector. Generally gets out of three-point stance with good knee bend and a wide base. Best on the outside because of his height and athleticism, but is capable of blocking on the move.
Weaknesses
Isn't an elite quick-twitch blocker and his height causes him to be out-quicked. Leaks inside pressure when his technique gets sloppy. Flashes the ability to move his man with his hands, but is not yet consistent in this area. Needs to work on his technique in pass protection, using more consistent leverage and continuing to move his feet. Susceptible to speed rushers. Has only average quickness off the snap and doesn't possess the acceleration or arm length to corral defenders once they cross his face. Struggles t
Larry Borom NFL Draft Scouting Report | Offensive Line
Positives: Massive college tackle who is best in a small area. Keeps his feet moving, stays square, and shows explosiveness at the point. Works to bend his knees, correctly places his hands into defenders, and uses good body positioning to seal opponents from the action. Jolts opponents with tremendous hand punch. Strong and turns defenders from the line to open up running lanes.
Negatives: Show stiffness in his game and struggles to adjust. Lacks quick, fluid footwork off the edge.
Analysis: Borom is a size prospect who stands out as a run blocker, but has athletic and range limitations. He’s a power gap lineman who could back up as a strong-side blocker.
Love it! Wanted S Johnson outta Indiana but I'll take another nasty OL. Sounds like he projects inside and Teven best at RT but who knows maybe Jenkins can manage LT and Borom can handle RT.
Either way, the more mean streak on the OL, the better.
Love it! Wanted S Johnson outta Indiana but I'll take another nasty OL. Sounds like he projects inside and Teven best at RT but who knows maybe Jenkins can manage LT and Borom can handle RT.
Either way, the more mean streak on the OL, the better.
Since Longs first couple of season we were lacking that, big time Maybe they are even thinking about trading or cutting Whitehair next season... he has been a disappointment for 2 seasons now imo