Official Bio
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Strengths:
Excellent size and bulk...Has long arms and large hands...Outstanding strength and power...Tough and physical...Has a violent punch...Stout at the point of attack...Gets a good push in the run game...Aggressive and plays with a nasty demeanor...Team leader...A lot of experience.
Weaknesses:
Stiff and isn't a great athlete...Is not very light on his feet...Range is limited...Struggles in space...Poor balance...Conditioning and stamina are issues...Played mostly in a two-point stance...Durability concerns.
Notes:
Was a three-year starter for the Red Raiders...Also had scholarship offers from LSU, Baylor, Kansas St., Iowa St., Nebraska, Oklahoma St., Texas and Texas A&M out of high school...Worked in a reserve role as a true freshman in 2005...Took over the starting left guard job in 2006 and never relinquished it...Honorable Mention All-Big 12 as a sophomore and junior...Named 2nd Team All-Big 12 and a 3rd Team All-American as a senior...Dealt with minor knee and ankle injuries during his college career...Classic mauler who is similar in many ways to another former Red Raider Manuel Ramirez...Will have to adjust to playing in a pro style offense..Has the ability to start in a power attack.
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