10 1/8 Follow full coverage of Cole Strange during the 2022 NFL Draft on ESPN.com. On zone runs, he provides a quick pop and drive that displaces defenders quickly and opens wide lanes. NFL footage NFL Productions LLC. His core and grip strength causes issues for even larger defensive tackles. That combined with refitting his hands are the most important things for him to develop. Won the Jacobs Blocking Award, given to the best offensive lineman in the Southern Conference, in both the 2021 and 2020 seasons. DRAFTED: Round 3, No. Draft Year 2022. New England keeps unearthing DB gems in the later stages of the draft. Twitchy rushers can stress his footwork and ability to be consistent with his set points. A strong Senior Bowl, followed by good testing during the combine and pro day events, could lead to a significant jump in his draft . Although it is rare for a team to uncover a hidden gem as staggeringly productive as Smith beyond Round 1, the league is full of players who outperform their draft status. Bucky Brooks breaks down the top five rookie classes of the 2022 NFL season. All Rights Reserved. Good play speed with the lateral quickness and movement skills to cut off the back-side shade on zone runs, intersect second-level targets off of combo blocks and line up targets as a puller. Here's a rundown of his scouting report, courtesy Field . His dad, Joey Porter, was a legendary player in the NFL for the Pittsburgh Steelers. There will be growing pains as there is a lot of room for improvement from a technical standpoint, but NFL coaching will bring the best out of Strange. Click Here To Find Out How To Test. 72 overall | Washington State. Jones is the next unheralded cornerback poised to become a star in Bill Belichick's system. Overall, Strange can provide versatility as a reserve but has the traits needed to develop into a quality starter. We go over some of the best betting options for Wednesdays matchup between the Philadelphia 76ers and Miami Heat. Today's installment covers: \-\- A Strange development: Patriots' widely lampooned first-rounder paying dividends. Eligibility restrictions apply. Sign up to receive all the latest news and annoucements. With the second-most rushing yards after contact in the NFL (414, per Next Gen Stats) and the second-most missed tackles (33, per PFF), the Texans' RB1 is the sledgehammer that wears down defenses in a 60-minute game. The Hard Knocks star has been quite the find for the Lions. That said, offensive guard is not deemed a marquee position in the team-building process, and OG prospects aren't exactly headline-grabbing names during all the pre-draft mock madness. Weight 305. Cole Strange. Hes got the hands and footwork to stay with his man, and his lateral quickness is another asset that makes him hard to beat. Has good footwork and technique. For starters, wow. He can get moved back and shoved aside against bigger, stronger defensive tackles simply due to his size. 2022 NFL Draft prospect profile - Cole Strange, OL, UT-Chattanooga. [8] In 2021, Strange was named first-team All-SoCon and won a second straight Jacobs Blocking Award. Overall, Strange has the frame, athletic ability, play strength and competitive toughness to be considered a high-level backup at multiple positions across the line, with starter potential over his first few seasons at guard. Looks like the joke is on everyone who made a mockery of Cole Strange's selection in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft. Strange will look to replicate those players efforts. "Cole Strange was one of my 10 most likely Patriots pre-draft. Bucky Brooks provides his ranking of the top eight contenders for the next few Lombardi Trophies. Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald. He has excellent timing in the run game and understands body positioning. Fortunately for the Stranges, Bill Belichick soon joined the call, at which point the family . Thats more than worthy of a Day 2 pick come April. Cole Strange Stock & Draft Projection. Former NFL player and scout . His hands need some refinement, as re-fitting is an issue, and they linger too long. Void in ONT. GRADE: D. I'm not sure where the Patriots plan to play Strange. However, it wasnt all sunshine and rainbows for Strange at the Senior Bowl. Fresh off his first season as a team captain and all-district player, Strange committed to Chattanooga in the summer prior to his senior season. From then on, the Mocs LG spot had Stranges name tattooed into it. His long arms allow him to connect early on the move and spin defenders out, moving on to the next level consistently. While all of that might have been true back in the day, the changing dynamics of interior line play make it essential to have a blue-chip guard on the line of scrimmage. He has terrific awareness and understands body positioning. We take a look at the NBA injury report for Wednesday, March 1 and break down all the latest news for fantasy basketball. I like him best at guard at the next level where some of my footwork concerns can be mitigated by not having him play on an island. Block Chris Jones? Signs are strong that a Day 2 selection is on the table as the buzz around his name hits its peak shortly before . Accepted an invite to the 2022 Senior Bowl, becoming the eighth player in school history to do so. Strange grew up in Knoxville, Tennessee, and attended Farragut High School. He redirects opponents with his short-area quickness and lateral agility. Conventional wisdom say the Texans will be looking for a quarterback like Alabama's Bryce Young (right) with their top . Will the Chiefs be able to contain A.J. In his post-draft media call, Belichick didn't see it that way. The level of competition will always come up for prospects coming from lower-division programs. With the pick, he became the first guard drafted by Bill Belichick . I detailed the Chattanooga OLs Combine numbers above, but they also are visible on tape. Looks for work when uncovered, with the physicality and power to deliver knockout blows to engaged rushers to his right and left. Top 10 early steals from the 2022 NFL Draft class; Round 1 punchline Cole Strange is a Year 1 stud. Answering Texans' biggest questions as they head to NFL scouting combine. NFL.com Analyst. Small-school prospects always face some questions about their level of competition, but Strange made waves as a college players as well as with a big showing at the Senior Bowl this year. Pick update: Bill Belichick, who is known for spotting talent in interior offensive linemen, reached to grab strange with the 29th overall pick. They are rarely seen as Day 1 contributors, unless a character concern or medical issue forced scouts to deduct points from the final draft grade. His initial pop in his hands and stout anchor make it difficult for opponents to rush through him. He recently sat down with NFL Draft Diamonds writer Jimmy Williams. 2023 NFL Draft order: Undefeated Eagles holding top-10 pick, 2022 NFL season's top 10 shutdown cornerbacks: Eagles duo leads group; Sauce Gardner cracks list, RB Index, Week 7: Do NOT let these seven running backs hit free agency in the coming NFL offseason, Week 7 NFL game picks: Jaguars end Giants' win streak; Chiefs bounce back against 49ers. He redshirted . In the end, this pick could very well look like a master stroke by the wily coach, but its hard not to believe New England could have gotten him at more of a discount. Does any crop of newbies top the Jets' stellar set? Strange is an aggressive but controlled blocker that has a nasty demeanor with good power. Click on an image to pull up the story you wish to read. His play strength and lateral agility are NFL-ready. 2022 NFL Draft Player Profiles; 2022 Pro Day Tracker; 2021 NFL Pro Day Results . Weight: 310 lbs. Round 3. As a five-year starter at Tennessee-Chattanooga, Strange is going to be one of the older prospects taken in the 2022 NFL Draft, but that shouldnt hinder his role holding down the offensive line in the middle of the trenches. He excels both as a zone and gap run-blocker with high-end athletic ability and good play strength to cut off the back-side shade, line up targets as a puller and come to balance in space to intersect targets at the second level off of combo blocks. In addition to Giants Country, his work has appeared on SB Nation. A natural athlete with a mean streak, Strange has everything a team could want in an interior lineman. Upper body gets over his feet too often and he easily loses his balance. Cincinnati's rounding into form once again. Anchor Ability: Strange absorbs power well with his firm anchor. The 2022 1st round draft pick for the New England @Patriots and former @FarragutFB and @UTChattanooga offensive lineman Cole Strange visited with kids at Children's Hospital today. [13] He was named the Patriots starting left guard as a rookie, and started every game. The 29th overall pick has not only played solid football for New England as a Day 1 starter, but he has helped solidify an offensive line that has performed like an elite unit, according to PFF, which had the Patriots ranked as the NFL's third-best offensive line through Week 6. General managers, scouts and coaches are hoping to plug holes with top prospects, but the best teams also find key contributors in the mid-to-late rounds. Needs to work on his technique in pass protection, using more consistent leverage and continuing to move his feet. Pierce is a perfect fit, as a downhill back who runs through arm tackles and glancing blows. So, who is the biggest threat to the Bengals' AFC title defense? 46) - 1. New England Patriots fans had a strong reaction to Bill Belichick selecting Chattanooga offensive guard Cole Strange with the 29th pick in the first round of the NFL Draft. Lets begin Stranges scouting report with his two most obvious traits: athleticism and savage demeanor. 89 in the third round of the 1996 NFL Draft. DraftKings operates pursuant to an Operating Agreement with iGaming Ontario. In pass protection, he is susceptible to leaning too much, opening swim-move lanes. Player profile. He's often late to reposition his hands and feet to stay centered on blocks, which results in him getting grabby to stay attached. Flashes the ability to move his man with his hands, but is not yet consistent in this area. Strange plays with good leverage and bend. Furthermore, he can deploy too wide of a base, giving opponents an avenue to move him off balance. Thats him, and its with everything he does. Chattanooga head coach Rusty Wright, Cole Strange is somebody that I think all those outside zone teams are going to love. Despite his 307 pounds, Strange is pretty lean at 6-foot-5. Nevertheless, he proved he could snap toward the end of his collegiate career and at the Senior Bowl. When the Patriots drafted Logan Mankins in 2005, not many people knew his name either; it turned out very well. No coincidence there. Plus, five draft steals to watch on Championship Sunday. "If we had stayed at 21, then we would have obviously picked somebody. 81, New York Giants, The Titans have limited depth at guard around center Ben Jones. He has good range on account of his ability to work laterally. He is a draft lock at this point. April 1, 2022 8:59 am PT. Stranges road-grader mentality stems from his high school days on the defensive side of the ball. Sign up for the The Draft Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. 107 overall | Florida. The diminutive pass catcher, who's now my colleague at NFL Media, exceeded all expectations by becoming a true alpha WR1. And apparently, the coach called Bill Belichick and Strange himself to explain that he was a big fan of the pick and the player. Wherever Strange lands, he will look to make an impact from Day 1. NFL and the NFL shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League.The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated. Has a strong wide base with a very flexible frame who bends at the knees. DOB 1998-07-31 ( 24.5) Height 6' 5". DRAFTED: Round 6, No. Can the Eagles stop Travis Kelce? Pick update: Bill Belichick, who is known for spotting talent in interior offensive linemen, reached to grab strange with the 29th overall pick. Past. Last night, I had the opportunity to put on my GM hat and represent the Ravens in the 2023 Walk the Mock Draftnik Mock Draft. Although Rodriguez's numbers might be a little inflated due to the defense's overall struggles, it is hard to ignore his immediate impact as a sideline-to-sideline playmaker. (93%*), 4.50 (C) To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. More than 300 draft hopefuls are heading to Indianapolis, looking to put on a show at the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. 195 overall | Georgia. Bucky Brooks. Plus, what's behind Steve Wilks' success in Carolina and examining a pass-rushing duo on the rise. He has good contact balance while playing with good bend and leverage. DRAFTED: Round 4, No. Position: Guard/Center School: Chattanooga Current Year: Redshirt Senior; Height: 6'4 3/8 Weight: 307 pounds Wingspan: 80 1/8 Arm: 33 1/8 Hand: 10 1/8 Cole Strange Scouting Report. (91%*), 120 (C) Fluid getting to and adjust at the second level. He can get pushed back in base blocking against bigger opponents, as he is on the leaner side for his position. Find out Cole Strange's NFL Draft ranking, background, college, height, weight, and more. Despite his high school success, Strange left Farragut as a two-star prospect by 247Sports and Rivals. During his time in State College, Joey Porter Jr. had a meteoric rise. Strange has good contact balance while playing with good bend, hand usage, and leverage. He scored a 9.95 RAS out of a possible 10.00. According to PFF, Strange -- who hasn't committed a single penalty in Year 1 -- has allowed eight total pressures in six games, with just two in the last three. DRAFTED: Round 6, No. 188 overall | Oklahoma State. Despite a small sample size as a pass protector, he has impressive flashes of being able to strike and widen rushers off his frame and at his fingertips with enough foot quickness to mirror them around the corner while being active and alert when uncovered. You'll now receive the top The Draft Wire stories each day directly in your inbox. Awareness is above-average - sells trap block and can turn to seal. 36 overall, I'm screaming how much I like him. 2023 NFL Enterprises LLC. 9 overall pick Charles Cross, Lucas has been a major part of the O-line's resurgence as a first-year starter with a polished game. But this is an insane reach. However, what you want to see from those prospects is sheer dominance against their lower-level foes, and Strange displayed just that. His pop on contact is aided by his ability to bend and gain leverage. Unrefined footwork and set points in pass protection, with a habit of biting on stutters and hesitations that cause him to turn, over-set and create a soft edge for rushers to work through. Coincidentally, their most recent representative was guard Corey Levin in the 2017 class. Has a firm, stiff outside strike in pass protection to stun and widen rushers around the hoop. 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