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KNOXVILLE, TN - NOVEMBER 3: Nate Davis #64 of the Charlotte 49ers blocks during the game between the Charlotte 49ers and the Tennessee Volunteers at Neyland Stadium on November 3, 2018 in Knoxville, Tennessee. Tennessee won the game 14-3. (Photo by Donald Page/Getty Images)
KNOXVILLE, TN - NOVEMBER 3: Nate Davis #64 of the Charlotte 49ers blocks during the game between the Charlotte 49ers and the Tennessee Volunteers at Neyland Stadium on November 3, 2018 in Knoxville, Tennessee. Tennessee won the game 14-3. (Photo by Donald Page/Getty Images)Donald Page/Getty Images

Nate Davis NFL Draft 2019: Scouting Report for Tennessee Titans' Pick

Matt Miller
Apr 26, 2019

STRENGTHS

โ€”Versatile offensive line prospect who has lined up at guard and tackle.

โ€”Natural mover with very good balance and lateral agility. Easily moves in space to get upfield as a run-blocker.

โ€”Slides well in pass protection and has a clean kick step with good body control.

โ€”Exceptionally strong at the point of attack and has the power to move defenders off their spots in the running game or sit down against bull-rushers in pass protection.

โ€”Handles speed-to-power conversions well.

WEAKNESSES

โ€”A short (6'3"), stocky (316 lbs) player who might not meet the size requirements of some teams at tackle.

โ€”Penalized with a four-game NCAA suspension for undisclosed violations in 2018.

โ€”Played a very small level of competition at UNC Charlotte and was not challenged by NFL-caliber talent.

โ€”Grew accustomed to playing slower, weaker defenders and will need to speed up his process in the pros.

โ€”His hand power doesn't always pop the pads of defenders.

OVERALL

Nate Davis (selected 82nd overall by the Titans) looks like a candidate for a flawless transition from a small school to a starting guard position in the NFL. His athleticism and power make him a much easier projection than most small-school players, especially along the offensive line. If he can speed up his hands and reaction time, Davis could be a longtime starter.

GRADE: 6.15 (ROUND 3 โ€” FUTURE STARTER)

PRO COMPARISON: A.J. Cannย