Senio Kelemete to Cardinals: Video Highlights, Scouting Report and Analysis

Senio Kelemete was the eighth-ranked offensive guard in the 2012 NFL draft.

He began his college career with the Washington Huskies as a defensive lineman before becoming one of the best offensive tackles in the Pac-12.

Kelemete will most likely make his impact at offensive guard in the NFL because he lacks the heft and the skill set to stay in front of elite outside pass-rushers. But he does have good hands and feet, and is talented at pulling and getting to the second-level to effectively block downfield.

In this video against Cal, Kelemete got to the second level repeatedly and made several key downfield blocks. The Huskies ran for the game-winning touchdown from the goal line behind Kelemete's block.

Here is Rob Rang's assessment of Kelemete for NFLDraftScout.com after the prospect worked out for Seattle Seahawks offensive line coach Pat Ruel:

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Kelemete started his final two seasons for the Huskies at left tackle but is viewed by most as a better fit inside at guard. Kelemete looked good at 309 pounds after playing closer to 290 this season, showing the balance, quick feet and improved power (25 reps today after 21 at the Combine) to handle the transition. - Rob Rang, NFLDraftScout.com

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Kelemete is the ideal size for an offensive guard at 6'4" and between 305-310 pounds. He also has good hands and feet and a powerful lower half. Fires off the ball quickly. Has a mean streak befitting a former defensive player, and he will be a solid run-blocker. Beefy enough to handle inside pass rush and can help his tackle with defensive ends rushing inside shoulder.

He needs more experience and needs to work on his technique. He sometimes plays too upright and appears off-balance when he stands up to pass block. Lacks elite footwork or size needed to play offensive tackle in the NFL.

Kelemete is inexperienced at offensive guard and has only been playing on the offensive line since 2009, so he may be a bit too raw to step into a starting role in his rookie season. 

Given a couple years of coaching and game experience, Kelemete should be a solid offensive guard in the NFL for many years to come.

Pick Analysis

On paper, this seems like a prudent pick for the Cardinals. The ball can't get to Larry Fitzgerald unless the QB is protected, and Kelemete could evolve into a starter in that role.