Jon Asamoah NFL Draft Scouting Report

Guard

Illinois


College Position: Guard
School: Illinois
Grade: Senior
Height: 6-3
Weight: 295
Birthdate: 07-21-1988
Draft Projection: Third
Overall Rank: Unranked
NFL Draft Position (Rank): Guard (4)

Draft Result Drafted in the 2010 Draft by the Kansas City Chiefs in the 3rd round with the #4 pick.
Athletic guard who excels in pass protection. Has the ability to be an immediate starter on a thin Chiefs O-line. Could get a look at center.

Strengths
  • Athletic left guard prospect
  • Good fundamentals
  • Understands pass protection. Does not blow assignments on blitz pickups
  • Uses his hands well
  • Outstanding blocker in space, especially on counter and trap plays
  • Gets to the second level and takes proper angles when blocking linebackers
  • High character guy
 

Weaknesses
  • Lacks elite upper body strength
  • Has trouble sustaining blocks when defender is lined up directly across the line of scrimmage
  • Short arms
  • Has limited position versatility. Could play center, but tackle is out of the question

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