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STRENGTHS: Shows the initial quickness and loose lower body to fly out of his stance…efficient in his setup to stay ahead of edge speed…coordinated shuffle in his kickslide…tight hands and doesn’t overextend himself, staying within the framework of defenders…plays alert and on the balls of his feet…showcases the hip snap to aid his anchor vs. power…smart player with the eye discipline to break down various blitzes at full speed…his collegiate resume includes 100-plus snaps at three different positions (LG, RG, RT)…his coaches say he can also play center…durable and started every game the last two seasons.

WEAKNESSES: Average-framed blocker with unimpressive core strength and length…rushers too easily reach his chest, setting up push-pull or snatch opportunities…can be tossed if his pads rise…smaller hands and doesn’t deliver much thud behind his punch…doesn’t consistently create torque as an inline finisher…doesn’t always get enough depth in his outside kickslide…doesn’t play passive, but would like to see more of a killer instinct…only 22 career starts on the offensive line…overaged and will be a 24-year-old rookie.

SUMMARY: A two-year starter at Ole Miss, Newman lined up at right tackle in head coach Lane Kiffin’s up-tempo spread offense. He was a blocking tight end in high school before playing both guard spots as a junior for the Rebels, moving outside to tackle as a senior. With only 22 career starts in college, Newman is still developing the tricks of the trade, but he does a great job staying on time with his eyes, feet, and body movements. He relies more on angles than power and is more of a get-in-the-way blocker than a mauler. Overall, Newman doesn’t have overwhelming physicality or play strength, but he is quick off the ball with efficient setup and execution to stay square with defenders. He projects as a prospect with four-position (RT, LG, RG, OC) versatility.

leroyjw10 wrote:Packers made him the 6th guard taken and 142nd overall. ESPN had him as the 19th best guard and 245th overall.

Matches Malone wrote:Don't know much about him but he sounds like a good developmental lineman. I'm down.

Profound23 wrote:

leroyjw10 wrote:Packers made him the 6th guard taken and 142nd overall. ESPN had him as the 19th best guard and 245th overall.

College football news had him as 16th best G, 212th overall.


CBSSports had him as the 4th best guard and 96th overall.

Walter football had him as 8th best interior olineman.

ESPN ranked Elgton Jenkins as the #18 the year we took him in the first round. Wonder what they ranked Bakhtiari when we drafted him?

ESPN ranked Elgton Jenkins as the #18 the year we took him in the first round. Wonder what they ranked Bakhtiari when we drafted him?

Positives

Underrated tackle who blocks with proper fundamentals. Bends his knees, stays square, and plays with strength. Quickly sets up in pass protection, keeps his feet moving, and anchors at the point. Immediately gets his hands into defenders and correctly places them. Makes outstanding use of angles as well as body positioning and easily turns defenders from the play. Controls opponents in one-on-one blocking assignments, gets movement run blocking, and plays with a nasty attitude. Fires out to the second level and always looks for someone to hit.

Negatives

Struggles to adjust and cannot hit a moving target. Lacks smooth and quick footwork off the edge.

Analysis

Newman is an under-the-radar right tackle with nice size and strength as well as growth potential. He turned in a solid season in 2020 and went on to perform well during Senior Bowl practices. Though he may take a bit of time to round out his game, Newman could be a Day 3 steal and eventually develop into a Sunday starter.

M-C-G wrote:PFN write up

Positives

Underrated tackle who blocks with proper fundamentals. Bends his knees, stays square, and plays with strength. Quickly sets up in pass protection, keeps his feet moving, and anchors at the point. Immediately gets his hands into defenders and correctly places them. Makes outstanding use of angles as well as body positioning and easily turns defenders from the play. Controls opponents in one-on-one blocking assignments, gets movement run blocking, and plays with a nasty attitude. Fires out to the second level and always looks for someone to hit.

Negatives

Struggles to adjust and cannot hit a moving target. Lacks smooth and quick footwork off the edge.

Analysis

Newman is an under-the-radar right tackle with nice size and strength as well as growth potential. He turned in a solid season in 2020 and went on to perform well during Senior Bowl practices. Though he may take a bit of time to round out his game, Newman could be a Day 3 steal and eventually develop into a Sunday starter.

neiLz wrote:Will never question packers an o line draft pick. Another versatile linemen to fill in until bahk is healthy.