Next up on our 2023 NFL draft scouting report series is the All-American center out of Minnesota, John Michael Schmitz.
JMS is one of the most talented and productive centers in this entire draft class. I currently have him as one of the top interior prospects, and I am certainly not alone.
According to Pro Football Focus, Michael Schmitz has finished each of the last two seasons as a top-three center in all of college football.
I certainly agree when it comes to his tape. He received 17 points out of a possible 20 when it came to my film grade for him.
The Illinois native enters the league as one of the most experienced prospects as well, starting a total of 35 games since the start of 2020.
This article is going to provide an educated opinion on the pros and cons of possibly selecting a center with a top-50 pick.
Before we get started, a quick reminder that, unless noted otherwise, all of the grades and individual rankings that are included are my own opinions.
The former Gopher is one of the most highly-touted centers in the draft, so let’s find out why.