OG Draft Prospects

1) Justin Blalock, 6'4" 329 lbs, Texas

A versitle player, Blalock has experience at tackle and guard. He projects to be a guard in the NFL. Excellent size and strength. Blalock is avery good run and pass blocker. Able to win one on one battles and hold his own. Played mostly right tackle at Texas so it might take a little while to shift over to playing guard on the left side of the line in the NFL. Very high potential player.

NFL pro comparison: Steve Hutchinson

2) Josh Beekman, 6'2" 325 lbs, Boston College

The unanimous choice as the 2nd best guard in the draft, Beekman has the makings of a very good NFL guard. A huge asset in the run game. A high effort guy who plays with very sound technique. Doesn't have alot of speed which limits him a bit. Needs some work and will need some time to develop a bit.

NFL pro comparison: Barry Sims

3) Manuel Ramirez, 6'4" 339 lbs, Texas Tech

Ramirez is quickly gaining attention as one of the better guards in the draft. He has elite strength and plays with a nasty streak. A 4 year starter, Ramirez is very durable. A very good run and pass blocker who has pretty good agility. Blocks with authority. He also has experience at center. Stock should rise dramatically come April.

NFL pro comparison: Larry Allen

4) Ben Grubbs, 6'3" 318 lbs, Auburn

A converted DT, Grubbs has emerged as one of the best guards in the nation. A very durable player, Grubbs excels as a run blocker. He has good speed and agility for a guard. Doesn't have alot of experience but has picked up the position very well. Could be a very good player in the NFL someday.

NFL pro comparison: Mike Wahle

5) Tim Duckworth, 6'4" 318 lbs, Auburn

Like Ben Grubbs, Duckworth is another converted DT. He's very athletic and has descent speed. Another excellent run blocker who finishes his blocks. Not as polished in pass protection. Plays right guard which is why he is rated below Grubbs. Needs some work but theres potential there to work with.

NFL pro comparison: Randy Thomas

6) Mike Otto, 6'5" 304 lbs, Purdue

A versitle player, Otto has been mainly a tackle in college but could shift over the guard in the NFL. He has the talent to play either, but his athleticism makes him a good canidate for guard. An excellent pass blocker, he has the speed to do pulls in the run game. The tools are there to be a good pro at either position.

NFL pro comparison: Ruben Brown

7) Mike Jones, 6'5" 302 lbs, Iowa

Jones has alot of potential to be successful in the NFL. A very versite player, he can play either of the guard or tackle positions. He willneed to bulk up to play guard in the NFL though. Mainly has see action at left guard in college. A solid talent who will need to find his position in order to get better.

NFL pro comparison: Cosey Coleman

8) Andy Alleman, 6'4" 295 lbs, Akron

Started his career at Pittsburgh, Alleman transfered to his hometown of Akron as a junior. Originally a DE, he shifted over to the offensive line where he got alot more playing time. A very good pass blocker, Alleman has the physical ability to become a good run blocker as well. Needs to add some bulk but should be a good developmental player.

NFL pro comparison: Steve McKinney

9) Jake Kuresa, 6'4" 330 lbs, BYU

One of the nation's best offensive lineman as Senior. Another converted DT, Kuresa can play guard or tackle. Guard is his most natural position though. A solid all around player who blocks very well. Could have moderate success in the NFL. Might be better suited for the right side of the offensive line.

NFL pro comparison: Milford Brown

10) Brian Daniels, 6'4" 300 lbs, Colorado

A sleeper pick at guard could be Brian Daniels. He has flown under the radar a bit and has very good potential. Daniels is technically sound and has descent speed. Injuries plauged him throughout his career so durability might be a concern. Could develop into a starting player if he can bulk up and stay healthy.

NFL pro comparison: Sean Mahan

* Underclassmen eligible for 2007 NFL draft