CBS Sports has PITT's TJ Clemmings going to the Saint Louis Rams as 19th pick or Bengals as 21st Pick in their NFL Mock Draft. The other Pitt Player mention is Ray Vinopal in the later rounds.
TJ Clemmings OT | Pittsburgh
STRENGTHS: Demonstrates fluidity, quickness and athleticism that are ideal for a next-level tackle. Uses his wide base to cut off edge rushers and adjust to multiple rushers coming his way, meeting them with stone hands and violently disposing of bodies. Utilizes long arms and a rapid, fluid kick-slide to stall and mirror opponents on the edge, and considering his lack of experience on the O-line, is surprisingly consistent with his technique - particularly his footwork.
Shows good natural flexibility in his lower half to bend on contact, and as a run blocker can fire through to the second level where he has the ability to square up and target effectively in space. The athleticism and ability to pick things up quickly are both apparent.
WEAKNESSES: Looks more the part of a left tackle prospect than a right tackle considering his finesse style and leaner frame. He needs to improve hand placement as a pass-blocker, and will drop his shoulder and head on contact at times. Technique can still be raw at times.
IN OUR VIEW: Clemmings still needs work and more reps on the offensive line before he's ready for NFL rushers, but he has earned first round consideration.--Dane Brugler & Derek Stephens (11/13/14)
Player OverviewA converted defensive end who didn't make the switch to offensive tackle until during Bowl prep week in 2012, Clemmings started all 13 games for Pitt in 2013 at right tackle.
LINK:
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/mock-draft
TJ Clemmings OT | Pittsburgh
STRENGTHS: Demonstrates fluidity, quickness and athleticism that are ideal for a next-level tackle. Uses his wide base to cut off edge rushers and adjust to multiple rushers coming his way, meeting them with stone hands and violently disposing of bodies. Utilizes long arms and a rapid, fluid kick-slide to stall and mirror opponents on the edge, and considering his lack of experience on the O-line, is surprisingly consistent with his technique - particularly his footwork.
Shows good natural flexibility in his lower half to bend on contact, and as a run blocker can fire through to the second level where he has the ability to square up and target effectively in space. The athleticism and ability to pick things up quickly are both apparent.
WEAKNESSES: Looks more the part of a left tackle prospect than a right tackle considering his finesse style and leaner frame. He needs to improve hand placement as a pass-blocker, and will drop his shoulder and head on contact at times. Technique can still be raw at times.
IN OUR VIEW: Clemmings still needs work and more reps on the offensive line before he's ready for NFL rushers, but he has earned first round consideration.--Dane Brugler & Derek Stephens (11/13/14)
Player OverviewA converted defensive end who didn't make the switch to offensive tackle until during Bowl prep week in 2012, Clemmings started all 13 games for Pitt in 2013 at right tackle.
LINK:
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/mock-draft
