Tag: third-round

WATCH: Trenton Simpson’s best highlights from Clemson

Simpson’s highlight reel warranted his selection by the Ravens with the 86th overall selection in the 2023 NFL draft

The Baltimore Ravens invested in their linebacker corps in the third round of the 2023 NFL draft by selecting Clemson product Trenton Simpson with the 86th overall pick. Simpson is something of a work in progress heading into his rookie season but should be served well by the presence of Patrick Queen and Roquan Smith as mentors.

Clemson had two defenders taken in the first round before Simpson was taken by the Ravens. Check out the linebacker’s best plays from his time in South Carolina to get more acquainted with his skillset ahead of the team’s next selection:

 

 

 

 

 

2022 NFL draft: Scouting report for Seahawks OT Abraham Lucas

Here’s a look at a portion of Lucas’ scouting report from Draft Wire’s Natalie Miller.

The Seattle Seahawks selected the perfect complement to new left tackle Charles Cross when they picked right tackle Abraham Lucas out of Washington State at No. 72 overall.

Here’s a look at a portion of Lucas’ scouting report from Draft Wire’s Natalie Miller.

Lucas was a reliable presence for the Cougars, starting 42 games at right tackle. Over the last two years, he allowed just one sack, while also being a prominent piece in Wazzu’s running game, which averaged 122 yards per game.

Possessing great length for the position, Lucas has ideal size and strength to anchor the right side of the line. He’s technically sound in pass blocking, with his hands matching his feet. He rarely lunges into blocks, allowing his length and natural core strength take over rushers, locking them down with great hand usage. Off the snap, his hands pop and land with force into the chest, and sustain while his core strength allows his feet to stick inside.

As a run blocker, Lucas allows his reach to help him lean into blocks and drive back defenders off the line. His strength and length pushes his initial attack forward, and bulls over defenders when they are adjusting or caught off-guard. He clearly has the right mentality in the run game, as he takes on blocks with a meanness, and seeks to finish with authority.

Click here to read the full Lucas scouting report.

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Seattle Seahawks select LSU guard Damien Lewis at No. 69 overall

The Seattle Seahawks traded back with the Panthers and were able to select LSU guard Damien Lewis at No. 69 overall in the 2020 NFL Draft.

The Seattle Seahawks moved back from No. 64 and out of the second round in a trade with the Carolina Panthers and were able to pick up LSU guard Damien Lewis and the No. 148 overall selection.

With the addition of Lewis and a flurry of free-agency moves, the Seahawks now have 19 offensive linemen on the roster.

Lewis first started at right guard for Northwest Mississippi Community College before joining the Tigers at the same spot on the line in 2018 and playing 13 games. During the Tigers’ 2019 title run, Lewis appeared in all 15 matchups and earned second-team All-SEC honors for his efforts.

Lewis marks the Seahawks’ first offensive selection of the NFL draft, looking to add extra protection for franchise quarterback Russell Wilson. The rookie will face some stiff competition on the practice field when activities resume this offseason but has a chance to compete for a starting position on Seattle’s offensive line.

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