Author: Brian Lamb

The key to success in an NFL offense is found within the trenches. It’s starts with a franchise left tackle that can protect a quarterback’s blindside. If he can anchor in pass protection and drive through defensive lineman to create gaps in run blocking, he’ll be coveted in the NFL Draft. At the University of Texas, they have a player capable of doing just that in Samuel Cosmi. In this article, we’ll examine some background on Cosmi and find out how he found his way to the University of Texas. Next, we’ll turn on the tape as we breakdown his…

Even as a true freshman, the University of Texas Longhorns felt the impact from Caden Sterns. His athleticism and knowledge of the game are what comes out on tape. Despite some injury concerns, Sterns still remains a top 2021 NFL Draft prospect. In this article, we’ll take a look at some background on Caden Sterns and discover how he found his way to Texas. Next, we’ll turn on some game film and breakdown strengths and weaknesses in his game. Finally, we’ll look ahead to the NFL Draft and work to determine if he should declare for the 2021 NFL Draft.…

Last November, citing concussions, Oklahoma tight end Grant Calcaterra announced that he was stepping away from football. At the time, Calcaterra was considered to be one of the best tight ends in the 2020 NFL Draft. In fact, some had a first round grade on him. Today, with the 2020 College Football season scheduled to start in a month and a half, Grant Calcaterra has announced his return to college football. https://twitter.com/grcalcaterra/status/1294776788313202691?s=20 What Impact Does Grant Calcaterra’s Return Have On The 2021 NFL Draft? Heading into the 2021 NFL Draft, the tight end class has quite a bit of talent…

In Texas, football rules all. As quarterback of the Texas Longhorns, Sam Ehlinger must feel the pressure more than most. For nearly three seasons, Ehlinger has led the University of Texas under center. Ahead of the 2020 season, it’s now on Sam Ehlinger to have a breakout season and boost his stock in the 2021 NFL Draft. This article will examine Sam Ehlinger’s backstory. We’ll take a look at how he got to the University of Texas, as well as how he’s performed during his stay. Next, we’ll watch some film together as we breakdown his strengths and weaknesses. Finally,…

At the University of Texas, you can find an elite EDGE rusher in the form of Joseph Ossai. On the field, Ossai displays tremendous acceleration and range to make plays across the field. His breakout season of 2019 put him on the map and established himself as a 2021 NFL Draft prospect. In this article, I’ll continue the summer scouting series as we take a look at the Longhorns defender. I’ll provide some background on how Joseph Ossai found himself as a top 2021 NFL Draft eligible prospect. Next, we’ll watch some film together as we examines strengths and weaknesses.…

In what has felt like a lifetime, six months ago saw sports come to a halt as the world prepared for the coronavirus pandemic. Over the past week, we saw several College Football Conferences, the Big Ten and PAC-12 most notably, postpone their season until the Spring. In this article, we take a look at ten 2021 NFL Draft prospects impacted the most by Covid-19. Don’t forget to follow NFL Draft Lounge for more coverage on the NFL Draft. As always, you can follow us on social media on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. 10. Jaylen Twyman University of Pittsburgh…

Alongside his brother, Dante, Darius Stills makes up a powerful defensive front for the West Virginia Mountaineers. Much like his brother, Darius benefited from a breakout 2019 season in which he saw increased playing time. As we continue our summer scouting series, in which we take an extended look at some lesser-known prospects, it’s time to once again shift our focus to the Big 12 and look at Darius Stills. In this report, I’ll provide some background on Darius Stills and examine how he found his way to West Virginia. Next, I’ll provide some game film as we look at…

There are several traits that an interior lineman must possess. They have to be tough as nails, given that they’re in the trenches on every play. In addition to their toughness, they have to display a level of quickness out of their stance. They have to be in sync with the quarterback. Drake Jackson, a four-year starter for the University of Kentucky Wildcats, is an interior lineman that possesses all of the above traits. In this summer scouting profile, we’ll take a look at how Drake Jackson got to this point, as well as breaking down some film on how…

The inside linebacker position can be a difficult one to master. Much like a quarterback on offense, an inside linebacker is responsible for pre-snap reads, ensuring that his teammates are in the best position possible, and has to make plays on the field. Monty Rice, the inside linebacker for the University of Georgia Bulldogs, is one of the best to do it in today’s college football. In this article, I’ll explain why I think he’s one of the best. I’ll provide some background on his career, and then we’ll breakdown some tape on Rice. This is just another Summer scouting…

Last season, we were fortunate enough to see glimpses of what Dante Stills is capable of for the Mountaineers. Stills only appeared in 447 defensive snaps in 2019, but racked up an impressive 26 total tackles and 8 sacks. In 2020, Dante Stills is set to be a pivotal part of the West Virginia Mountaineers defense. Currently, I have an early 2021 NFL Draft day three grade on Stills. In this article, as we continue our 2020 Summer Scouting series, I’ll examine what makes Dante Stills special and why I believe he’s poised for a breakout season. I’ll also explain…