Position: Guard School: South Dakota State
Height: 6’4″
Weight: 309 lbs
Arm: 33 7/8″
Hand: 10″
40 yard Dash: 5.08 seconds
Several minor college football prospects capture the heart of NFL draft evaluators every year in the NFL draft. Whether it’s Tytus Howard in the 2019 NFL draft or Carson Wentz in the 2016 draft, minor school prospects need love. In the 2024 NFL draft, a prospect is seen as a favorite by many: Mason McCormick.
McCormick was a role player in his first two years as a Jack Rabbit and appeared seldomly. During his redshirt sophomore season, McCormick became a full-time starter and was honored as an FCS All-American. Over the next two years, McCormick would show unbelievable durability, never missing a game for 57 straight starts. He earned a few more all-American honors, solidifying himself as a Jack Rabbit legend. Would his tremendous college success translate to the NFL? Let’s dig into the film.
Projection: Fourth Round Pick
NFL Comparison: Justin Pugh
Best Fits: Indianapolis Colts, Seattle Seahawks, Minnesota Vikings, and the Tennessee Titans.
Mason McCormick is one of the most hyped small school offensive line prospects, and based on the film, I understand. He plays hard and does not quit until the whistle blows. He has good power, a high football IQ, successful experience, and great testing results. McCormick loves the game of football, and it shows. The hype of him being an early day two pick is too much. He tested great at the combine, but I wondered where his athletic ability is on most of his tape. Mason looks very rigid and lumbering when he moves at times. He also has a bad pad level, which does not help his stiffness and hurts his power. The combine will get him drafted higher than he should. However, if he goes to a good offensive line coach, he could become a starter in the NFL. Main Image: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
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