Strengths

• Lone concern is handling the superquick NFL edge rusher. Foot speed and quickness are very good, but not elite.
• Finishes and doesn't quit; competitor with a positive attitude and leadership traits that coaches admire.
• Above-average football smarts and general intelligence. Plays with a nasty streak. Solid character and work ethic.
• Anchors against larger defenders in the middle; resets hands to maintain distance. Athletic enough to help on nose tackle then pick up twist or late blitzer. Mirrors quick interior rushers. Looks to help the center when uncovered.
• Has the feet to adjust when he anticipates what's coming. Effective trapping and bends at the knees with adequate core strength to absorb the bull rush. Can clear a path at the second level if he hits the target.

Weaknesses

• Attacks when necessary, though he won't consistently dominate and can lose balance overextending.
• Flashes the ability to move his man with his hands, but is not yet consistent in this area.
• A short-area blocker with limited range and doesn't consistently get to the second level. Will play undisciplined at times, especially in space. Lacks a finishing attitude.
• Will punch at smaller defenders instead of latching on and is more of a mauler than mover in the running game. Can improve maintaining outside leverage when doubling the nose. Ducks his head and gets too upright, causing him to fall off second-level blocks.
• Loses leverage battles and plays with high pad level. Can be late off the snap.

Cole Schneider percentiles vs other Offensive Guard's (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)