Rodney Hudson and Other Offensive Guards 2011 Draft:
Rodney Hudson plays left guard but projects at center because of athleticism,
quickness, and football smarts. Mike Pouncey has experience at both center
and guard. Must work to bend if he is drafted as a center. Physical player.
Andrew Jackson is cut out of the same toughness cloth as Logan Mankins.
Competitive and active in his play. Effective use of his hands in both pass
protection and the run game. Jason Pinkston plays left tackle in a pro style
offense. He has a tendency to play high. Leaks through to the second level,
takes good angles and seals linebackers. Clint Boling plays with good feet
and base in pass protection. Lines up at left tackle. Plays right tackle in the
wild dog formation. Cut blocks on second level and perimeter. Ben Ijalana
plays left tackle but projects inside to guard. An athlete who plays with good
knee bend and base. A dominant player on his level of competition. Locks
out and controls defender in pass pro.