There are 332 users in the forums

Jack Conklin Mich St. LT

Kolohe · 2015-10-29T23:43:46-07:00

With Tunsil and Stanley dominating their position as the #1 and #2 OT's in the upcoming draft, I like to look at other possibilities. Now I'm not sure where Conklin is really projected to be, I've seen 1st to 2nd round but of course things will be much clearer when or after the NFL Combine. What I like about Conklin is that he's a O-lineman with a mean streak, he completely walls off defenders in the passing game (when he's not late off the snap) and he's a mauler in the run game. Scouts project him to be more of a Right Tackle in the NFL, and that's EXACTLY what the 49ers need on the O-line. Now I don't know how well he'd fit as a Zone Blocker, but who cares, I'm hoping this coaching staff isn't in SF much longer, he certainly can't be any worse than Pears. Jack Conklin 6'6" 320 pounds LT Michigan St. Here he is matched up vs. Shawn Oakman, I think he gets beat once or twice, but overall did a solid job vs. him. Here he is vs. a solid Ohio St. D-line, I thought he did a solid job in the running game. From Rotoworld.com n NFC area scout was surprised at Michigan State redshirt junior T Jack Conklin's lack of athleticism. "After studying Michigan State, I'm surprised at how average (offensive tackle) Jack Conklin was athletically," the scout said. "I guess I just expected more based on his reputation. He's a good player, though. (He's a) better player than athlete, which isn't a bad thing." The so-so athleticism is why some believe Conklin is ticketed for RT in the pros. Make no mistake, though: This is a quality player. Conklin is a terrific run blocker who has allowed just two sacks over the past two seasons. From NFLDraftScout.com STRENGTHS: Conklin is well-built with excellent core strength, using his powerful upper body and center of gravity to be a mauler in the run game. He lines up with a firm anchor and rarely plays in reverse with quick eyes and smarts to pick up extra blockers. Very quick-minded and never takes a play off. WEAKNESSES: Will get his feet tied up in his outside kick-slide, which forces him to fall off balance. Lacks the quick-twitch body control to always pick up edge speed. IN OUR VIEW: Some scouts are head-over-heels excited about his potential while others are simply lukewarm on his NFL future, but regardless, Conklin displays the "steady-eddie" skill-set and intangibles that should lead to a long pro career.

Share this on Twitter Share this on Facebook Share this on Threads Flip into Flipboard Share this on Reddit Share via SMS Share via Email Share Sheet

‹ Prev
1
...
4
5
6
7
8

«
‹
»
›
5 6 7 8

Jan 7, 2017 at 2:39 PM

#106

LasVegasWally
Veteran
Posts: 24,837

Whether or not he deserved the All-Pro award is not important to me.

The fact that he was in the running for it attests to how good he really is.

‹ Prev
1
...
4
5
6
7
8

«
‹
»
›
5 6 7 8

Home
Forum
Draft War Room
Jack Conklin Mich St. LT

49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk's latest social media warning should alarm every interested NFL team

Former 49ers LB Reuben Foster praises Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch

ESPN names 49ers' breakout candidate for the 2026 season

George Kittle inches closer to Hall of Fame résumé

Click here and check the box by our name!

Writers Wanted

This site is not endorsed, sponsored by, or affiliated with the San Francisco 49ers or NFL Enterprises LLC. “49ers” is a registered trademark of the Forty Niners Football Company LLC. All team and player names mentioned are registered trademarks of the NFL and their respective organizations. Any use of team names, trademarks, logos, or photos is strictly for descriptive purposes. Content and information sourced from other sites remain the property of their respective owners.