Anthony Davis

Anthony Davis NFL Draft Scouting Report

Offensive Tackle

Rutgers


College Position: Offensive Tackle
School: Rutgers
Grade: Junior
Height: 6-5
Weight: 325
Birthdate: 10-11-1989
Draft Projection: Mid First
Overall Rank: 20
NFL Draft Position (Rank): Offensive Tackle (3)

Draft Result Drafted in the 2010 Draft by the San Francisco 49ers in the 1st round with the #11 pick.
The selection of Anthony Davis fills the 49ers need at offensive tackle. He has work ethic concerns but possesses the physical tools and footwork to be one of the top two tackles in this year's draft. He would be an ideal fit at left tackle but may spend his rookie year at right tackle. As for the work ethic concerns the Niners are expecting hard driving Mike Singletary to get him to maximize his potential. Alex Smith was rarely able to step up into the pocket in 2009 and that should change this year thanks to this selection. Having two quality bookend tackles is a key to any quarterbacks success.

Strengths
  • Prototype left tackle prospect.  Will battle Russell Okung to be the first tackle selected
  • Light on his feet. Should be a top performer during mirror drill at combine
  • Started at guard during freshman season. Versatility is always a huge factor when drafting an offensive lineman
  • Strong lower body. Has tree trunks for legs
  • Does a good job handling speed rushers
  • Takes good angles when blocking linebackers. The Big East is loaded with undersized linebackers who are exceptionally quick
  • Uses his hands well to get a strong initial hand punch
   

Weaknesses
  • The hand punch and explosion can also be a weakness if you don't finish a block. Davis must improve on finishing blocks
  • Weight and conditioning - demoted to second team in 2008 after reporting to summer camp overweight. 320lbs can be a lot of weight to carry for a 6'5" left tackle who is facing elite speed rushers in the NFL
  • Depends on size too often and gets lazy with technique
  • Not a dominant run blocker

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