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Trent Williams (Oklahoma) - 2010 NFL Draft Pick #4 by WAS

What The Experts Thought Before The Draft

Pre-Draft Analysis for Trent Williams (2010 NFL Draft)

Player Overview:
  • Name: Trent Williams
  • Position: Offensive Tackle
  • College: University of Oklahoma
  • Height: 6'5"
  • Weight: 315 lbs
Strengths:
  • Exceptional athleticism for a player of his size, showcasing quick footwork and agility.
  • Strong upper body strength, allowing him to effectively engage and control defenders.
  • Versatile player with experience at both left and right tackle positions.
  • Good balance and body control, enabling him to stay low and maintain leverage against defenders.
  • Solid technique with clean hand placement and footwork in pass protection.
Weaknesses:
  • Inconsistent at times with his pad level, which can lead to less effective run blocking.
  • Needs to improve his mental processing speed to better anticipate defensive schemes.
  • While athletic, he can occasionally struggle against quicker edge rushers.
Overall Assessment:

Trent Williams was regarded as one of the top offensive tackle prospects in the 2010 NFL Draft class. His combination of size, athleticism, and technique made him a highly coveted player. Teams were particularly impressed by his ability to protect the quarterback and open up running lanes. With proper coaching and development, Williams was expected to become a cornerstone of any NFL offensive line.

Projected Draft Position:

Williams was projected to be selected within the top 5 picks of the 2010 NFL Draft, with several teams in need of an immediate upgrade at the offensive tackle position.