Paris Johnson, the Ohio St. OL, sits at No. 10 on the consensus board across 29 public boards. The tier model reads him as a NFL starter — 42% elite, 43% starter.
Physicality
NFL.com's Lance Zierlein: “Long, athletic tackle in need of additional technique work but possessing the traits to become a long-time starter on the left side.”
Physicality
NFL.com's Lance Zierlein: “Johnson is still filling out his frame and he should get stronger.”
Technique
NFL.com's Lance Zierlein: “He’s much better as a move blocker than man blocker but he can bridge that gap with more coaching.”
Technique
NFL Network's Bucky Brooks: “Johnson is an exceptional athlete with the size, strength and power to maul defenders in the run game and pass protection.”
Role and scheme fit
The archetype rules read him as a swing-tackle.
Sources · 4 · quotes 2
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- Lance Zierlein, NFL.com
- Bucky Brooks, NFL Network
- Lance Zierlein, nfl_com_zierlein
- Bucky Brooks, nflcom_bucky_brooks
“…Long, athletic tackle in need of additional technique work but possessing the traits to become a long-time starter on the left side. Johnson is still filling out his frame and he should get stronger. He’s much better as a move blocker than man blocker but he can bridge that gap with more coaching. He’s loose and quick in pass protection but will need to add core strength and get better with inside hands to prevent ed…”
“…Johnson is an exceptional athlete with the size, strength and power to maul defenders in the run game and pass protection. He finishes blocks violently, showcasing an edginess that sets the tone for the rest of the front.…”
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