Strengths:
A large frame with long arms --- Is technically sound --- Understands positioning and angles --- Natural knee bender --- Gets a good push in the run game --- Can anchor in pass protection --- Is able to control defenders once locked on --- Will work to the second level --- Excellent motor --- Tough --- Smart with terrific instincts and awareness --- Great work ethic --- Versatile --- Durable --- A ton of high - quality experience.

Weaknesses:
Not a great athlete --- Heavy feet --- Questionable balance --- Is not overly quick or agile --- Footwork needs refinement --- Will get caught reaching --- Struggles in space --- Needs to get stronger --- Isn't stout at  the point of attack --- Not very violent or physical --- Limited  upside.

Notes:
A three-year starter for the Crimson Tide and owns the school record for games played with 54 --- Named 1st Team All-SEC in 2009 and 2nd Team in 2008 --- A 1st Team All-American in 2009 --- Never missed a game in college, a streak that included 41 consecutive starts --- Saw extensive action at both tackle and guard and has demonstrated the ability to hold his own outside in a pinch --- Certainly not flashy but a solid all-around blocker with excellent intangibles --- Can compete for a starting job but should at the very least be a versatile valuable backup.