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Charlie Heck (North Carolina) - 2020 NFL Draft Pick #126 by HOU

What The Experts Thought Before The Draft

Pre-Draft Analysis for Charlie Heck (2020 NFL Draft)

Player Profile: Charlie Heck, Offensive Tackle College: University of North Carolina Height: 6'8" Weight: 310 lbs Strengths:
  • Size and Length: Heck possesses ideal size for an offensive tackle with a long wingspan, allowing him to effectively engage defenders.
  • Footwork: His footwork is generally sound, helping him to maintain balance and adjust to various defensive alignments.
  • Run Blocking: Heck shows good strength in the run game, using his size to create push at the point of attack.
  • Experience: With multiple years as a starter at North Carolina, he has significant collegiate experience against a variety of competition.
Weaknesses:
  • Pass Protection: While capable, he can struggle against speed rushers and needs to refine his technique to prevent getting beat off the edge.
  • Balance: At times, he can get too high in his stance, which can affect his balance and leverage.
  • Hand Placement: Needs to improve hand placement and punch to effectively control defenders during pass sets.
Overall Assessment: Charlie Heck is a developmental prospect with the physical tools to be a starting offensive tackle in the NFL. His size and run-blocking ability are significant assets, but he will need to improve his pass protection skills to succeed at the next level. Teams looking for a project with upside may find Heck an appealing option in the mid to late rounds of the draft.