2015 NFL Draft Rankings: JBB Big Board (11-20)
Jan 1, 2014; Tampa, Fl, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes offensive linesman Brandon Scherff (68) blocks against the LSU Tigers during the first half at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
#14: Brandon Scherff, OT, Iowa: 91
Pros: Scherff is an outstanding zone blocking scheme (ZBS) lineman. He is a quality athlete with an aggressive punch and solid kick step. Overall he is a quality line prospect, although his tape is primarily based around the ZBS. His athleticism is off the charts, playing tennis as a youth before bulking up to play offensive line after becoming a football player.
Scherff was also a quarterback in high school, driving home just what kind of athlete a team would be getting in someone who can now lift 480 pounds who used to be a very versatile athlete at 290 pounds before his Iowa career.
Cons: At time he can get over his pads by being too aggressive with his punch. He is able to recover because he is a quality athlete. I also did not see a real mean streak in his tape, shocking despite his weight room warrior accolades. Was injured during the 2015 Combine, but will be a lock to be taken in the first round.
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