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Introduction
Hometown: Elkhart, Indiana
High School: Concord HS
Recruitment: 3-Star Recruit by ESPN as an OT
Injuries/Discipline: Nothing to mention
Awards
2013/2014 Honorable mention All-Big Ten
2015 Second Team All-Big Ten selection
2015 Outland Trophy Semifinalist
2015 Football Writers Association of America First Team All-American selection
Measurables
Height: 6'7"
Weight: 305
Class: Senior
Projected 40 Time: 5.20
Stats
Spriggs started 28 consecutive games to begin his career and made 46 starts in 47 games at left tackle.
Positives
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Anchors well
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Good strength against bull rushes
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Has a good first step
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Keeps his weight over his legs
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Powerful hands
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Gets to the second level quickly
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Bends his knees well
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Great length and athleticism
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Has a great temperment
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Has been very durable
Negatives
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Can finish defenders off better in the run game
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Runs himself out of plays when in space
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Can change direction better
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Needs to target better when on the second level
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Has trouble with speed to strength pass rushers
Conclusion
Jason Spriggs is a tackle we should all get to know before April comes around. Jason is a tall, strong and athletic tackle that will probably be picked around the backend of the 1st round or start of the 2nd round. In his rookie season, I see Spriggs locked in as a right tackle. In a year or two he can make the move to the blind side.
The New York Jets are in desperate need of tackle help. On the right side, we have Breno Giacomini, who has greatly under-performed, to say the least. He has failed to even put together an average season since coming here. An improvement must be found. On the left side, we have the long time Jet, D’Brickashaw Ferguson. He has had a wonderful career here with Gang Green, but his best days are long gone. He has been on a steep decline for the last few years. His replacement needs to be brought into the fold sooner rather than later. Spriggs can grow into that role in the future. In the meantime, Spriggs can make a huge difference as our RT.
Draft Grade: 83
90-100 = Exceptional Talent
80-90 = Impact Player
70-80 = NFL Starter
60-70 = Solid NFL Potential
50-60 = Draftable - Lot of work needed
>50 = Undraftable, - Long Shot To Stick