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2016 Draft Prospects
GRADE
5.72
Nick Martin (OG)
HT: 6'4" WT: 299LBS.
POSITION: OG
SCHOOL: Notre Dame
ARM LENGTH: 32 1/2"
HANDS: 9 3/4"
Overview
Teams already know what to expect from Nick, as his brother Zack excelled in his first two seasons with Dallas after being selected in the first round in 2014. Nick will bring versatility along with the family toughness to an NFL team. He moves between center and guard without an issue (started at left guard 10 games in 2014, three games at center that year as well as most of 2013 and all of 2015), displaying a strong anchor in pass pro and nimble feet to attack linebackers in the run game. Teams envying the Cowboys' prodigious but athletic front line should consider picking up this Golden Domer.
- SELECTED BY: Texans
- ROUND: 2
- PICK (OVERALL): 19 (50)
PICK ANALYSIS:
"The Texans signed a quarterback in free agent. So, first you draft a wide receiver in Will Fuller. Then, you draft one of the top centers in the draft. Martin could play in the league for 10 years." -- Mike Mayock
COMBINE STATS
- 40 YARD DASH: 5.22 SEC
- BENCH PRESS: 28 REPS
- BROAD JUMP: 97.0 INCH
- 3 CONE DRILL: 7.57 SEC
- 20 YARD SHUTTLE: 4.72 SEC
ANALYSIS
Strengths
Loves to play the game as physically as he can. Plays with a mean streak and then some. Finishes a block with authority if he gets the advantage. Showed ability to anchor and play with strengths against power across from him. Usually first into defender after snap. Despite some hip stiffness, moves fairly well when asked to get out in front of screen plays. Keeps head on a swivel at all times. Aware of both gaps when in pass protection and he's uncovered. Plays with wide base in pass pro. Often first to get hands on pass rusher and will get some extension early in the rep. Gets the most out of average length. Team captain and unchallenged leader up front. Has started at guard and center while at Notre Dame so may offer roster flexibility.
Weaknesses
Looks labored in his movement. Stiffness in hips stymies ability to sink and anchor. Leads with upper body too often and plays with weight out over his feet. Needs to bring his feet up under him. Had issues redirecting with power against pass rushers who gained early advantage. Gets jostled around and has to work overtime to stay engaged against powerful players. Will struggle to reach and secure move blocks. Can improve with recognition of blitzes.