4. Creed Humphrey, RS Junior, Oklahoma
If you had to use one word to describe Humphrey, it should be ‘stout’. The Oklahoma center is almost unmovable once he gets his feet dug in. It is rare that he ever gets pushed backward. The one flaw in his game is that he lacks the athleticism to get to the next level of the defense. He was not asked to do this much in the Sooners’ offense. An Air-Raid offense would be an ideal fit for him. He might take a little bit to adjust to the NFL, but he could start by the end of his rookie year. He is another Jensen prototype, but his ceiling may not be quite that high.
Grade: Third round
5. Trey Smith, Senior, Tennessee
Trey Smith is one of the most physically imposing guards in this draft class. He has the size to play tackle in the NFL, which is the position he played in college. Nevertheless, the Tennessee standout will have to play guard in the NFL, as he leans far too much when blocking in open space. He mauls people in confined spaces and should start right away as a guard. He compares well to Tennesse Titans offensive guard Roger Saffold. The Raiders have two third-round picks they could use one of them on the Tennessee native.
Grade: Third round
6. Jackson Carman, Junior, Clemson
First things first, Carman is not going to be a tackle in the pros. He is just not nimble enough to stay with NFL edge rushers. On the other hand, he could be a force. The only thing is that it might take him some time to make that transition. However, he could develop into a starting guard down the road.
Grade: Fourth round
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