NFL Draft 2024 Scouting Report: C Sedrick Van Pran, Georgia
- Top-ranked center in the 2020 recruiting class.
- Played four seasons at Georgia, starting all games in three of those seasons.
- Two-time playoff participant.
- Named to the 2023 SEC All-Conference Team and SEC Offensive Lineman of the Year.
Height: 6'4"
Weight: 311 lbs
Stats
13 games, 821 snaps
Strengths
- High football IQ
- Extensive experience
- Can operate in a variety of offensive concepts
- Well-built with the flexibility to play against larger defensive tackles
- Athletic, quickly moves forward in the running game
- Doesn't give up until the end of the play
Weaknesses
- Shorter arms
- Pass protection skills need improvement
- Some technical issues
- Not very mobile laterally
Summary
A highly experienced center who has played over 40 starts for one of the best teams in the NCAA. Tough, aggressive, and very good in the running game. Struggles against pass rushers, especially when facing quick and agile defenders. A weak spot for the player is his shorter arms, which he also tends to spread wider than necessary. He will become a quality backup early in his career. Likely a third-round draft pick.
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