Auburn makes top six for 5-star offensive tackle

Amarius Mims, one of the top prospects in the country, unveiled his top 6 Wednesday and Auburn made the cut. 

Amarius Mims, one of the top prospects in the country, unveiled his top 6 Wednesday and Auburn made the cut.

Auburn, along with Florida, Florida State, Georgia, Oklahoma and Tennessee made the final list for the coveted Mims.

Mims is the second-ranked offensive tackle and sixth best player in the 2021 class, according to the 247Sports Composite. At 6-foot-7 and 315 pounds, Mims already has the size needed to play tackle at the next level and is the top rated player in Georgia.

His scouting report per 247Sports:

“Possesses an elite combination of size and length for an offensive tackle. Has rare length by way of long arms and big hands along with a sturdy build with room to add some muscle to his frame. On the hoof, looks as good as you could hope for at this stage for an offensive tackle prospect. Already is over 300 pounds without much bad weight. Shows his athletic ability while playing both ways at offensive tackle and defensive end. Moves well at the second level, using quick feet and his length to get his hands on linebackers. Shows good flexibility and bends at the knees. Has some pop in his hands and easily plants opposing defensive linemen on contact. Will need to continue getting stronger and refining his pass set technique. Looks to have a very high upside early on and should develop into a top national prospect. Has the ultimate upside of developing into a multi-year starter at the Power 5 level and eventual high NFL Draft pick.”