Blake Fisher RT

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(02-16-2024, 06:37 PM)pulses Wrote: This is what nfldraftbuzz said about him.

Scouting Report: Strengths

• Cerebral player, quick to react to twists and stunts up front, and Fisher shows an excellent understanding of angles when moving out as a run blocker.
• In the run game does a nice job generating a push at the initial point of attack. Fisher can get outside and does a decent job landing blocks in space.
• As a pass protector, he plays with good balance and holds up against the bull rush. He has strong hands and does a nice job gripping and latching on once he has his hands on the pass rusher.
• Fisher is a work in progress with high-end physical traits. He’s extremely light on his feet for a 300-pounder, a natural knee-bender who plays with balance and leverage.
• Bursts off the line of scrimmage and has tremendous natural strength and power, able to dominate at the point of attack and wipe out defenders in the run game.
• In pass protection, he flashes a strong initial punch and typically has good hand placement.
  

Scouting Report: Weaknesses

• Has enough power in the run game, but at times Fisher seems to lack a mean streak.
• He’s shaky as a pass protector, which is troublesome for the next level. Fisher often plays too high with an inconsistent kick slide.
• Loses leverage battles and plays with high pad level. Can be late off the snap.
  

I think the kid has solid potential.

I read that as well then I looked at some other sources and saw things such as the following:

Quote:[color=rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87)]"Blake Fisher is a technically advanced offensive tackle with vice grips for hands and an intriguing athletic profile to make an impact quickly at the next level."[/color]

Quote:[color=rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.87)]Overall, Fisher is a refined offensive tackle with the fundamental skill set to succeed quickly at the NFL level. A nuanced hand approach against a variety of pass-rush moves is evident. Strength in the run game remains a spot for improvement, but the refinement in both areas showcases a mature approach to the position that will only improve over time. He has experience in both gap (471 career snaps) and zone (307) schemes. All of his 710 collegiate snaps came at right tackle.[/color]

https://www.thedraftnetwork.com/2024/01/16/blake-fisher-scouting-report-nfl-draft-2024

Current Draft Projection and Summary

Given Fisher’s relative inexperience, it was a bit of a surprise to see him declare as a redshirt sophomore. However, the tools Fisher displayed will have scouts raving over his potential.


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Fisher has all the tools to thrive in the NFL. His quickness and length with his 6’6″, 312-pound frame make him an imposing athlete at right tackle. Fisher is far from raw, with good, strong punches and comfort with different sets rarely found in two-year starters.
He also plays with phenomenal competitive toughness. His work in the run game is better compared to a bulldozer, driving defenders out of gaps with ease and tossing them out of the play.
Fisher still has things to iron out. Occasionally, he would overset against a speedier rusher and leave his inside open.


https://www.profootballnetwork.com/blake-fisher-draft-scouting-2024/