Round 1, Pick 11 - San Francisco 49ers - Anthony Davis

Anthony Davis, OT, Rutgers

Ht: 6’ 5” Wt: 323

EMQB’s analysis on the pick:  With Joe Staley not working out at left tackle, the Niners felt they needed to solidify the left tackle position.  Davis is an excellent technician that can dominate if he can stay in shape.  

Pro Football Weekly’s scouting report: Possesses the size, agility and functional playing strength to man the left tack- le position, but his immaturity raises questions about his commitment and ability to maintain success after a big payday. Has potential to excel as a run blocker and emerge as a very solid pro if he learns what it means to work and takes the game more seriously.

NFL projection: Top-15 pick.

GM Jr’s scouting report:  Davis is a true 3^rd year junior who does not consistently block up to his talent level.  He started at guard as a true freshman and finished college career in 2009 as Rutgers’ left tackle.  There is little doubt in my mind that Davis has the physical talent to be a very productive LT in the NFL with the size and strength to physically control/dominate man when he blocks aggressively.  However, he does not play with good hand use or aggressiveness on every snap, which hinders his consistency of production.  Overall, Davis’ on field production is more of a 2^nd or 3^rd rounder, but the reality is that he is a young player with great physical talent who has improved every year at Rutgers.  While his lack of aggressiveness is an issue, I have no doubt about his competitiveness, which leads me to believe his areas of inconsistency will improve as he gets older and matures.  His combination of elite athleticism, excellent natural strength and inconsistent production reminds me a ton of current Ravens’ OT Michael Oher and I believe Davis can become an even better NFL OT than Oher given time to mature and develop

Lindy’s Sports scouting report:  Davis’ inconsistent technique, reputation as an underachiever and trouble staying at his ideal weight won’t help his draft stock.  In fact, his strength and weight may make some teams project him to right tackle or even guard – where he could excel if he matures early in his career. 

Pro Football Weekly 2010 Draft Preview available @ http://www.pfwstore.com/detail.aspx?ID=695

GM Jr. 2010 Draft Guide available @ http://gmjrnfldraft.com/

Lindy’s Sports 2010 Draft Guide available @http://www.lindyssports.com/product.php?cn=332

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