Jared Velheer, G, Hillsdale (Mich)
Ht: 6' 8 1/8" Wt: 312
EMQB’s analysis on the pick: Another player who rose up the draft boards during the scouting process, Veldheer is player with excellent mesasurables, but his game tape doesn't reflect those numbers. The Raiders, at this point, are willing to take a risk on him and hope he develops into a starting left tackle. If he does not have to start immediately and has time to develop, this could be the case.
Pro Football Weekly’s scouting report: Was able to rely on his size to eclipse undersized small-school competition but does not play to his weight-room numbers and will struggle to protect his frame at the next level. Height creates a natural leverage disadvantage, but possesses outstanding measurables to attract interest as a developmental left tackle prospect with upside. Impressive Texas vs. the Nation and Combine performances could drive up his value. More athletic than Eagles 2005 fourth-round pick Todd Herremans and could be most ideally suited at left guard in the pros. Has eventual starter potential but will require patience.
NFL projection: Second- to third-round pick.
Lindy’s Sports scouting report: Veldheer has unpolished pass-protection technique but didn’t shy away from contact and looked very solid in the Texas vs. the Nation all-star game week. The size, strength, durability and love of the game he displays make him an outstanding prospect sure to work his way up draft boards.
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