2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Zy Crisler, OG, Illinois

Zy Crisler is a solid pass protector with great size and good versatility along the Illinois offensive line. Hula Bowl scout Noah Clair breaks him down as an NFL Prospect in his report.

Player Data

Name, Jersey #	Zy Crisler, # 72
School (Code)	University of Illinois (ILUN)
Class Yr	SR
Height, Weight	6051e, 335e
40 Yd Dash	5.48e
Position/Depth	RG/1st
Season Viewed (yr)	2023
Awards	All Big Ten HM, Joe Moore Award Finalist
Games Watched	@IAUN, INUN, @INPU
Scout Name / Date	Noah Clair, 9/9/24

Per Year Stats (Most Recent First)

2023	11 GP, 11 GS
2022	13 GP, 13 GS
2021	9 GP, 9 GS

Player Summary:

4th YR SR and entering 3rd yr as full-time starter at RG for ILUN. Durable player, only missing one game in college career. Multifaceted OL who is cross-trained at RT for ILUN. Possesses very good height with good weight and adequate speed. A powerful, put together human that has impressive length. Long, thick arms and legs with a barrel chest. Solid athlete showing good lateral quickness and agility. Good explosiveness, base, and balance with average play speed. Solid set and initial quickness with quick hands that are powerful coming out of stance and engaging with the opponent. In pass pro, he is solid. Has a wide base and does an adequate job of keeping his feet moving. Wide frame and adequate play strength allow him to anchor and sit down on the majority of IDL’s.. High pad level, marginal knee bend, and stiff hips due to natural height. Solid FBI that handles stunts/games from DL. Will set, lock on, and absorb contact against average DT’s. Once set, has a tendency to over rely on his size and forward lean and lunge forward, causing him to play off-balanced. Solid, and powerful run blocker. Explodes out on reach blocks quickly before latching on and generates movement at the POA. Good play strength against IDL with average size. When down blocking, he uses his solid grip strength to seal off DT. Adequate hip explosion with wide base that drives and sustains blocks. Gets 2nd level and finds work with athleticism.

Scheme Fit:

OG/Swing Tackle in Gap scheme.

Power Statement:

Physically imposing, powerful, tough player who is a solid run blocker and is adequate in pass pro. Work on his balance and UOH to reach full potential. Could potentially see future as swing tackle in zone scheme.