Round 3, Pick 80 - Denver Broncos - J.D. Walton

J. D. Walton, C, Baylor

Ht: 6’ 2 5/8” Wt: 300

EMQB’s analysis on the pick:  Josh McDaniels continues his preference for players with strong character.  Walton is a high-effort, hustle type player and has been excellently coached.  He should be able to come in and contribute to the Broncos and a reserve offensive lineman immediately.  

Pro Football Weekly’s scouting report: Consistent, short-area center who does not play big but is tough, competitive and feisty. Will fit best in a zone-blocking scheme and should compete for a starting job readily.

NFL projection: Fourth- to fifth-round pick.

Lindy’s Sports scouting report:  After a redshirt season at Arizona State, the Allen, Texas native decided to bring his skills closer to home.  A finalist for the Rimington trophy as a senior, Walton displayed strength, mobility and excellent technique despite Baylor’s disappointing 2009 season.  

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

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

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