2023 NFL Draft Diamonds Scouting Report: Austin Myers, OT, Memphis
Player Data
Name, Jersey # | Austin Myers, #55 |
School (Code) | TNMS |
DOB, Class Yr | 1/7/1998, 5th-year senior |
Height, Weight | 6046, 301 |
40 Yd Dash | 5.3 |
Arms, Hands | 3400, 0900 |
Position/Depth | LT / Starter |
Honors/Captainship | |
Season Viewed (yr) | 2022 |
Games Watched | TXNO, OKTU, LATU |
Scout Name / Date | Bryan Ault / 1-2-2023 |
Per Year Stats (Most Recent First)
2022 | 12 GP, 827 plays |
2021 | 4 GP, 216 plays |
2020 (TCU) | 6 GP, 452 plays |
2019 (TCU) | 11 GP, 601 plays |
2018 (TCU) | 11 GP, 534 plays |
2017 (TCU) | 5 GP, 46 plays |
Player Summary:
5th-year senior. LT starter. Great size and strength with good feet, average skills as a run blocker but good skills as a pass protector to add value to an NFL team. Has a quick first step in both phases of the game and plays with a wide base. In pass protection, he is good. Has a good punch to jolt defenders off track; does a good job of keeping his elbows tight and displays good inside hand placement and strike timing. Flashes very good instincts, reading and reacting to twists and stunts. Can mirror, has a good lateral shuffle and set. Will let defenders cross his face and will occasionally give up inside leverage. Plays with good balance and stays off the ground, but is a bit of a waist-bender. Needs to learn to sink his weight and sit on a stool. As a run blocker, he is average. Can seal off the corner on OZ runs and screens, but has a tough time sustaining blocks and driving defenders off the ball. Is a good puller but has a tough time with latching onto linebackers and blocking at the 2nd level. Needs to work to the whistle – will occasionally let defenders in on the play. Has a lot of raw athleticism; could develop into a good pro with the right coach.
Scheme Fit:
LT.
Power Statement:
Strong LT with good skills in pass protection but average run blocking skills. Could improve by sustaining blocks and latching onto defenders.
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