Addison West OG Western Michigan | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Addison West OG Western Michigan
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| SUB-POSITION: Guard/Center | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Updated: 12/13/2024 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2025 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 5.20 seconds (72%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| SUB-POSITION: Guard/Center | |
| Last Updated: 12/13/2024 | |
| Draft Year: 2025 | |
| 40 time: 5.20 seconds (72%*) | |
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| Overall Rating: | 82.3 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced | ||
| Defense Rating: |
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71% |
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| Pass Blocking: |
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83% |
| Run Blocking: |
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87% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
6th
Overall Rank:
#184
Position rank:
#32
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| College Games: 44 College Snaps: 2572 | ||
247 RATING: 82/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.3 (87%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Christian Mahogany - Boston College |
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90% |
| Ed Ingram - LSU |
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88% |
| Christian Haynes - UConn |
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79% |
Draft Profile: Bio
Addison West spent six seasons at Western Michigan, including a redshirt year during the pandemic-shortened 2020 season. After seeing limited action with nine snaps against Michigan State in 2019, West contributed on special teams in 2021, appearing in seven games. He earned the starting right guard position in 2022, starting all 12 games and helping running back Sean Tyler surpass 1,000 rushing yards. West maintained his starting role throughout 2023, starting another 12 games and contributing to Jalen Buckley's 1,000-yard rushing season.In 2023, West made history as Western Michigan's first-ever Walter Camp Football Foundation First Team All-American. He earned First Team All-MAC honors and was selected as one of seven semifinalists for the Outland Trophy. The Broncos' offense averaged 395.3 yards per game and led the MAC with 29.4 points per game during his senior season. West started games at both guard and center in 2023, accumulating over 2,500 offensive snaps across his collegiate career.
Prior to Western Michigan, West played high school football in Cary, Illinois, where he earned all-state honors twice and helped lead his team to the 2018 6A state championship. He set a program record with 48 pancake blocks and served as captain of the basketball team. West maintained strong academic performance throughout college, earning Academic All-MAC Team honors in three consecutive seasons and selection to the College Sports Communicators Academic All-District Team.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Exceptional hand placement and initial punch timing allows him to stun defenders and establish leverage early in pass protection reps
- Displays advanced mental processing when working combo blocks - seamlessly passes off stunts and shows natural feel for linebacker positioning
- Brings controlled violence as a run blocker, consistently driving his legs through contact while maintaining proper pad level through the whistle
- Natural anchor strength compensates for lighter frame - can absorb power rushes by quickly resetting his base and getting his hands inside
- Shows impressive recovery ability when initially beaten, using his grip strength and balance to redirect defenders past the pocket
- Versatility to play both guard spots and center will be coveted by NFL teams looking to maximize roster flexibility
- Consistently finds work in pass protection, keeping his head on a swivel and looking to help adjacent linemen
- Technical refinement shows up in his kick-slide - maintains proper knee bend while keeping his shoulders square to rushers
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Below-average explosiveness out of his stance limits his ability to reach defenders at the second level consistently
- Frame lacks ideal NFL guard bulk at 305 pounds - can get overwhelmed by massive interior defenders who get into his chest
- Initial footwork in pass protection can be choppy, causing him to be late setting his anchor against quick penetrators
- Will occasionally overextend when pulling, leaving himself vulnerable to counters and losing balance in space
- Despite good grip strength, power base isn't elite - can get walked back into the pocket against bull rushers who get underneath him
Scouting Report: Summary
A high-floor interior offensive lineman whose technical refinement and football IQ will translate immediately to NFL offensive line rooms, even as his athletic limitations define his ceiling. His demonstrated mastery of multiple positions combined with stellar work in the classroom makes him an ideal depth piece for teams needing reliable backup help at all three interior spots. The lack of top-end mass and explosiveness points toward an ideal fit in zone-heavy systems where his processing speed and ability to work in space become assets.Teams with established veteran lines should value West's potential as a day-one backup who can spot start at three positions while developing behind proven players. His combination of intelligence, technique, and position flexibility offers significant value in a league where reliable interior offensive line depth grows scarcer each year. While his physical tools may limit his ultimate upside, his consistent improvement throughout college suggests remaining untapped potential.
The intelligence and adaptability West displayed at Western Michigan will serve him well as he transitions to the NFL level. His technical foundation and position versatility provide immediate value for teams seeking interior offensive line depth, though he'll need continued physical development to overcome his size limitations and secure a long-term starting role.
How other scouting services rate Addison West (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
186.0
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
42.0
*Percentile Ranking in Player's Position Group (NFL Combine Historical Data): This percentile reflects how a player's specific statistics rank
in comparison to historical performances at the NFL Combine, specifically within their position group. A higher percentile indicates a better performance.
For instance, being in the 90th percentile for a particular stat means the player outperformed 90% of their peers in that category.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.