Cincinnati Bengals Select Kevin Zeitler, OG, Wisconsin Live 2012 NFL Draft Grade
With the 27th pick acquired from New England, the Cincinnati Bengals have selected Kevin Zeither, Guard, Wisconsin
Here is our report on Zeitler:
Pros:
Great size
2 year Starter
Thunderous strength in the run game
Dominated elite competition
NFL ready size and muscle composition
Very strong lower body that is balanced out by long arms
Does not stop blocking until after the whistle
Quick agile feet capable of pulling
Technique is nearly flawless
Durable hasn’t missed games because of injury
Cons:
Can get sloppy when double teaming a defender
Is prone to penalties for blocking after whistle
Sometimes overextends himself and loses his balance and leverage
not the fastest off the ball
Doesn’t have the greatest athleticism to pull
Player Comparison: Alan Fanaca
Round Projection: Mid to late 2nd Round
Summary:
He dominated the Nebraska and MSU game against NFL talent. He is a bulldozer in the run game and has quick agile feet in the passing game. His technique is flawless most of the time. Only trouble I have seen from him is when he double teams…too many times he allows an inside move and fails to use his center for help. Besides this one easily correctable trait he is a perfect OG. I think teams in the mid 2nd round will pounce on him and many teams might trade up to snag him. Teams needing help in the run department such as Dolphins, Jets, Patriots, Colts, Titans, Browns, Cowboys, and Giants will make a play for him.
Live NFL Draft Grade: B
I think the better value here was Cordy Glenn, but the Bengals opt for a mauler in Kevin Zeitler, who was part of a stellar unit at Wisconsin. This is a solid pick but I would have rather had Glenn.