Le'Raven Clark NFL Draft 2016: Scouting Report, Grade for Colts Rookie

POSITIVES

Long, long, long. Le’Raven Clark’s 36 ⅛" arms are exactly what NFL scouts want. If you put 10 scouts in a room and asked them to design a left tackle, Clark’s measurables are what you’d get. His 51 starts in college don’t hurt either.

Clark’s athleticism pops off the tape. He easily moves to reach linebackers in the run game and is a master of movement in zone-running situations. With a strong lower body, Clark can anchor against bull-rushers but will also lock horns and drive defenders out in the run game.

In the passing game, Clark is poised and controlled in his movements. He doesn’t panic and instead relies on his length and huge hands (11 ⅞”). Clark's instincts are on point and allow him to recognize what’s happening in front of him. Timing, combined with great length and elite athleticism, suggest Clark might be ready to play sooner than later.

NEGATIVES

Can NFL coaches take an athlete and turn him into a technician as a blocker? That’s the experiment with Clark, who has almost no blocking fundamentals coming into the league. He’s long and athletic, but can he actually block?

Clark’s lack of strength will be a negative for any team that values the run game. He has to add the power in his hands to stun defenders and take full advantage of his excellent length. It’s rare to see an athlete of this level, but his play power is below the line.

Watching him in pass protection, Clark’s hand placement is inconsistent. He’s not accurate at hitting the chest or shoulder to rock back a pass-rusher, and there are multiple plays per game when he flat-out misses with his outside punch.

The last impression of a prospect is sometimes the greatest, and LSU’s pass-rushers abused Clark in the team’s bowl game. He was beat inside and out, surrendering his inside shoulder play after play.

COMBINE RESULTS

Height: 6'5"

Weight: 316 lbs.

40 Time: 5.16s

Arm Length: 36 ⅛"

3-Cone: N/A

Short Shuttle: N/A

PRO COMPARISON: Ereck Flowers, New York Giants
FINAL GRADE: 6.00/9.00 (Round 3—Future Starter)