2021 NFL Draft center rankings: Three-way race for top spot
By John Blair
5. Drew Dalman, Stanford
6-foot-3, 300 pounds
2021 NFL Draft grade: Sixth round
This past season Stanford center Drew Dalman was the highest-graded offensive lineman in the Pac-12 by Pro Football Focus, and he was also named to the All-Pac 12 first team by both the AP and coaches. He is a smart prospect who plays with great technique and overall footwork. The reason why his draft grade is so low is that he is undersized and can be pushed around at times.
6. Trey Hill, Georgia
6-foot-4, 330 pounds
2021 NFL Draft grade: Sixth round
Georgia’s Trey Hill has seen action for the Bulldogs at both center and guard over the past couple of seasons. As a prospect, he shows good power and has the size to hold up on the interior offensive line. Unfortunately, he is an average athlete who at times has trouble staying on his blocks. Another concern is he has battled knee issues during his college career which could cause him to fall down the draft board.
7. Michal Menet, Penn State
6-foot-4, 306 pounds
2021 NFL Draft grade: Sixth round
Penn State’s Michal Menet has been a solid starter over his college career having started 34 games during his career. While Menet could make an NFL team as a backup his upside appears limited. One of the reasons for this is his limited athletic ability which can cause him to get beat by quick defensive tackles. He also doesn’t have the power to offset this lack of agility and is hurt by his questionable footwork.
8. Jimmy Morrissey, Pittsburgh
6-foo3, 305 pounds
2021 NFL Draft grade: Seventh round
This past season Jimmy Morrissey won the Burlsworth Trophy which goes to the most outstanding player in college football who began his career as a walk-on. He won this award partly due to the fact he has gone two full seasons without giving up a sack. When looking at his pro potential his upside is limited due to his physical traits, but the team that drafts him should be getting a quality hard-working backup center.
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Players with free-agent grades
9. D’antne Demery, FIU
10. Harry Crider, Indiana