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William Graham (College Stats) - 1982 NFL Draft Pick #127 by DET


What The Experts Thought Before The Draft

Pre-Draft Analysis for William Graham (1982 NFL Draft)

Player Profile:
  • Name: William Graham
  • Position: Offensive Lineman
  • College: College Stats
Physical Attributes:
  • Height: 6'4"
  • Weight: 290 lbs
  • Arm Length: 33 inches
  • Hand Size: 10 inches
College Performance:
  • Games Played: 36
  • Starting Experience: 24 games
  • Key Stats:
    • Allowed only 2 sacks in his final college season
    • Consistently graded as one of the top offensive linemen in his conference
Strengths:
  • Excellent footwork and agility for a player of his size.
  • Strong upper body strength; capable of driving defenders off the ball.
  • High football IQ; understands defensive schemes and can adjust blocking assignments effectively.
  • Durable; played through minor injuries and consistently performed at a high level.
Areas for Improvement:
  • Needs to improve hand placement to avoid holding penalties.
  • Can work on stamina; showed signs of fatigue in late-game situations.
  • Further development in pass protection techniques, especially against speed rushers.
Projected Draft Round:
  • Mid to late 2nd round
  • Potential to rise based on team needs and performance at the NFL Combine.
Overall Assessment:

William Graham is a promising offensive line prospect with a solid college career behind him. His combination of size, strength, and football intelligence makes him a valuable asset for NFL teams looking to bolster their offensive line. If he can address his areas for improvement, he could become a reliable starter in the league.