Dalton Risner, the Kansas St. OT, sits at No. 27 on the consensus board across 25 public boards. The tier model reads him as a NFL starter — 28% elite, 50% starter.
Athleticism
NFL.com's Lance Zierlein: “Risner will need to prove he can handle NFL edge speed, but a move inside could be a failsafe option for him.”
Physicality
NFL.com's Lance Zierlein: “His position flexibility (started at right tackle and center) and play traits mirror those of former KSU standout Cody Whitehair.”
Technique
NFL.com's Lance Zierlein: “Risner is the same player on every snap with core strength, body control, and strong hands, allowing him to succeed on a relatively consistent basis.”
Role and scheme fit
The archetype rules read him as a swing-tackle.
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“…He possesses average length and athletic ability, but with enough tape consumption, it becomes clear he has the necessary tools to get guys blocked on the NFL level. Risner is the same player on every snap with core strength, body control, and strong hands, allowing him to succeed on a relatively consistent basis. His position flexibility (started at right tackle and center) and play traits mirror those of former KSU…”
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