2016 NFL Draft: Guard/Center

Joshua Garnett-G-Stanford-6’4”-312-2nd Round-86

Stanford’s been pumping out solid O-lineman for years now and here comes another one. As this year’s Outland Trophy winner as the top interior lineman in college football, Garnett is pro ready in every way. He has great size including 34” arms, 30 rep strength and leg drive to boot. He gets out on the perimeter for screen plays, can generate push in double teams and get to the second level. He gets slight knocks from me for limited pass protection experience in Stanford’s run heavy scheme and also the fact that he’s solid in everything but not outstanding in anything. I’m nitpicking a bit but that’s the difference between a 1st and 2nd round interior line prospect.

Ryan Kelly-C-Alabama-6’4”-311-2nd Day-84

Three year starter and 1st team All SEC for the NCAA Champion Crimson Tide this past season, is there really anything more to say? Good size, 33.5” arms, run blocks, pass blocks, and made all the calls for consistently one of the top O-lines in college football. Plug and play, pro ready.

Cody Whitehair-G-Kansas State-6’4”-301-2nd Round-81

Just a solid football player. Four year starter for K State earning honorable mention, two 2nd team nods and All Big 10 first team honors as a Senior. He’s played right tackle, left guard and saw extensive time protecting the blindside for the tigers but due to 32.5” arms he’ll have to kick inside to guard. He doesn’t jump off the screen for toughness, but he plays with strength (despite 16 reps) and has noticeable athleticism. The real reason he’s going to be on day 2 is the excellent technique he displays. Solid balance, hand placement, and understanding of angles. He’ll be an above average starter for a long time.