1) Tyron Smith - USC
He has impressive physical dimensions, with outstanding athleticism and movement skills. His strength allows him to create a push in the running game, overpowering defenders at the line of scrimmage. He seals the edge on perimeter runs with force and ranks as one of the position's top run blockers. As a pass blocker, he shows quick feet, balance & body control. He doesn't dance with rushers but shadows initially before stunning them with powerful blows. He easily handled top rushers in his iso-matchups, which suggests he might excel as an NFL left tackle. -Bucky Brooks
Best Fits: (Cowboys, Chargers, Cardinals, Eagles)
2) Anthony Castonzo - BOSTON COLLEGE
He is a solid technician with outstanding size, strength and skill. He excels in pass protection by quickly engaging rushers after the snap. He shows a strong initial punch and active hands. He flashes quick feet, balance and body control shadowing rushers but occasionally gets overextended and falls off before finishing blocks. As a run blocker, he is powerful at the point of attack and creates push. His aggressiveness stands out on tape and makes him a viable candidate to play on an offensive line built on toughness. -Bucky Brooks
3) Gabe Carimi - WISCONSIN
He's a physically imposing prospect with an aggressive demeanor who bullies defenders at the point of attack in the running game. He's comfortable playing in a power-based rush attack that features man or zone blocking schemes with his combination of power and tenacity. His strong punch and active hands stop defenders in their tracks, and he finishes as well as anyone. Although he doesn't possess the footwork and lateral movement skills of a prototypical left tackle, he doesn't look out of place, and coaches will certainly give him an opportunity to play on the blind side. -Bucky Brooks
Best Fits: (Chargers, Packers, Giants, Bears)
Ht: 6'8" Wt: 319
He is arguably the most athletic offensive tackle in the draft. He possesses the combination of quickness, athleticism and movement skills. He easily dances with pass rushers, and his nimble feet allow him to maintain balance and body control while engaged. His movement skills shine when he gets to block on pulls or traps in the running game. He quickly gets out of his stance and has the quickness to engage linebackers and defensive backs in space. He struggles to occasionally create push against power players, but he gives relentless effort upon contact and does enough to win the down. -NFL.comBest Fits: (Eagles, Dolphins, Raiders, Bears)
5) Derek Sherrod - MISSISSIPPI ST.
Ht: 6'5" Wt: 321
Sherrod currently looks more like a backup but could be a future starting tackle if he can add quite a bit of bulk and strength. A nice blend of length and good feet, he can slide laterally with pass rushers and push them by the launch point but struggles to anchor against the bull rush. Could benefit from improving awareness against pressure looks. Uses positioning and instincts as a run blocker to create running lanes but isn't an effective drive blocker and won't push defenders backwards. Has a solid makeup but doesn't possess a non-stop motor or great aggressiveness. -NFL.comBest Fits: (Packers, Vikings, Chargers, Seahawks)
6) Ben Ijalana - VILLANOVA
Ht: 6'4" Wt: 317
Ijalana was a star for Villanova at the FCS level and he has enough talent to make the jump to the NFL. He projects as a guard at the next level and his strength and finishing attitude will make him a powerful drive blocker. He makes good decisions in pass protection and has quick feet and long arms to handle athletic defensive lineman. He plays a bit high and takes too many false steps and these technical flaws will be exposed against better competition. -NFL.comBest Fits: (Chargers, Patriots, Giants, Dolphins)
7) Daniel Zeimba - AUBURN
Ht: 6'6" Wt: 317
Ziemba, fresh off a BCS National Championship with Auburn, has a chance to become a solid starting right tackle at the next level. Has a ton of starts on his resume including many against top competition. He possesses excellent size and good mobility for a big man. Despite all his starting experience, he could still benefit from tightening up his technique as both a pass and run blocker. Flashes the foot speed and quickness the teams covet but still needs to do a better job protecting the quarterback and blocking out in space. -NFL.comBest Fits: (Packers, Chiefs, Patriots, Redskins)
8) Marcus Cannon - TCU
Ht: 6'5" Wt: 358
Cannon is a big boy with sneaky athleticism that could develop into a starting right tackle at the next level. He shows good initial quickness and can really push around defenders once he gets his hands on them. He moves well enough to mirror defenders in pass protection and shows the ability to pursue moving targets in the second level on run plays. The biggest concern is his inability to consistently recognize blocking assignments and he gets beat far too often on stunts and blitzes. -NFL.com9) James Brewer - INDIANA
Ht: 6'6" Wt: 323
Brewer has some redeeming qualities - size and work ethic - but does not possess the movement skills of an NFL offensive lineman. Really struggles versus quick pass rushers and is not a candidate to lead out on the edge or be productive blocking at the second level. Despite size, can be pushed back by defensive lineman with similar size and strength and doesn't get great movement off the ball. He will create some running space by getting into position and walling off defenders and occasionally flashed the ability to pass protect in college. -NFL.comBest Fits: (Packers, Rams, Colts, Seahawks)
Ht: 6'6" Wt: 330
Gilbert has the height, length and athleticism NFL teams are looking for in an offensive tackle. Could become a quality starter with some added power and attitude. Does a really good job in pass protection getting set, engaging with his long arms, riding ends past the launch point, or mirroring inside moves with his feet. Gets out of his stance quickly and can seal and wall off defenders when run blocking but isn't a mauler. Not going to blow defenders off the ball and is susceptible to the bull rush. Awareness is adequate but still improving. -NFL.comBest Fits: (Texans, Redskins, Giants, Lions)
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