Geron Christian NFL Draft 2018: Scouting Report for Washington Redskins' Pick

POSITIVES

—Three-year starter at Louisville with impressive length (35" arms) and athleticism who flipped sides during games.

—Agile as a pass-blocker and shows the patience and poise to handle versatile pass-rushers without lunging, shooting his hands too early or back-bending.

—Shows natural instincts and athleticism for the position and has day-one starter upside.

—Good size (6'6", 298 lbs) with the length and hand size (10 ¾") to impress on the hoof. He's a plug-and-play prospect from a size and athleticism standpoint.

—Smooth operator in his footwork. He slides and mirrors easily and can keep up with outside speed or kick inside to stop power.

NEGATIVES

—Average strength (19 reps on the bench press) shows up on film and in testing and might be his breaking point. Versatile pass-rushers can set him up and walk him back.

—Doesn't lock on and drive defenders out in the run game. He's more of a passive run-blocker.

—Can be late to open his toolbox and attack pass-rushers. He's almost too patient.

—Christian's punch is inconsistent in terms of timing and accuracy.

—More of a potential-based technician and will need to dedicate himself to working on his hands.

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OVERALL

A team sold on Geron Christian's athleticism might be able to get him onto the field right away if his technique can be adjusted on the go. He has the length, quickness, footwork and agility that's hard to find at the position, but he has to add strength and remedy technical issues in his timing.

GRADE: 6.70 (Round 2)

PRO COMPARISON: D.J. Humphries, Arizona Cardinals