IMO Battle would be better at RT than Donnal I'm basing that just on athletic ability alone. Again I will never understand why the Rams drafted Donnal, IMO, they were focused on another player and were shocked that he went and Donnal was a panic pick because everyone else had Donnal going much later, if not an UDRFA.
OVERVIEW
2014: Honorable mention All-Big Ten. Started all 13 games at right tackle. 2013: Played in 13 games at guard and tackle. 2012: Played in seven games, starting three at right guard before suffering torn ACL and missing final five games. 2011: Played in first four games. 2010: Redshirted.
PRO DAY RESULTS
3-cone drill: 7.51 seconds
Bench press: 23 reps of 225 pounds
ANALYSIS
STRENGTHS
Not the prettiest tackle you will see, but is technically sound and works hard snap in and snap out. Succeeds with proper hand placement. Looks for work down the field or when play is in his area. Uses power step to meet inside pass rush moves. Shows ability to drop anchor even if it is a little deep in the pocket.
WEAKNESSES
Doesn't have much power in his legs and won't generate very much push in run game. Gets driven off the line of scrimmage at times. Shuffles and gets base too narrow when sliding to a high pass rush attack point. Lacks physical composure when bull rushed. Upper body and hands don't carry much power. Leaner when finding targets on second level.
DRAFT PROJECTION
Round 5 or 6
BOTTOM LINE
Donnal is limited from an athletic and strength standpoint but understands the nuances of the position and how to play with technique. With an ability to pass protect and experience at both guard and tackle, he should be drafted and has a legitimate shot at making a roster.
RELATED LINKS
-Lance Zierlein
http://www.nfl.com/draft/2015/profiles/andrew-donnal?id=2552352
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