Garrett Dellinger OG LSU | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Garrett Dellinger OG LSU
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
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| Last Updated: 09/21/2024 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2025 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 5.00 seconds (95%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Age: 22.9 DOB: 02/18/2002 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| SUB-POSITION: Left Guard | |
| Last Updated: 09/21/2024 | |
| Draft Year: 2025 | |
| 40 time: 5.00 seconds (95%*) | |
| Age: 22.9 DOB: 02/18/2002 | |
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| Overall Rating: | 80.7 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced | ||
| Defense Rating: |
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77% |
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| Pass Blocking: |
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95% |
| Run Blocking: |
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77% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
7th
Overall Rank:
#244
Position rank:
#49
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| College Games: 38 College Snaps: 1965 | ||
ESPN RATING: 87/100
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247 RATING: 95/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.8 (95%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Marquis Hayes - Oklahoma |
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78% |
| Chandler Zavala - NC State |
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77% |
| Ed Ingram - LSU |
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74% |
Draft Profile: Bio
Garrett Dellinger, born in Clarkston, Michigan, stands at 6'5" and weighs 325 pounds. A four-star recruit out of Clarkston High School, Dellinger was rated as the 31st best player nationally by ESPN and the second-best prospect in the state of Michigan. He started all four years in high school, beginning at right guard as a freshman on Clarkston's state championship team before transitioning to right tackle as a sophomore and left tackle in his junior and senior years.At LSU, Dellinger has demonstrated positional flexibility, starting games at left guard (17), left tackle (3), and center (1). In his junior season (2023), he started all 13 games at left guard, playing every offensive snap in LSU's 8 SEC games. That year, LSU's offense led the nation in scoring (45.5 points per game) and total yards (543.5 per game). The Tigers finished as the only team in the FBS to rank in the Top 10 in both rushing (No. 10 at 204.5) and passing (No. 3 at 338.9).
Throughout his college career, Dellinger has appeared in 34 games, starting 23 times. His freshman season saw him play in 12 games with 4 starts, while his sophomore year was limited to 9 appearances due to injuries, including a broken hand and a grade 2 MCL strain. In 2023, Dellinger was part of an offensive line unit named as one of three finalists for the Joe Moore Offensive Line of the Year Award. He is majoring in sports administration at LSU.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Positional versatility along the offensive line, showcasing the ability to play multiple spots and adapt to different blocking assignments as needed.
- Stout anchor in pass protection, utilizing a wide base and powerful hands to stonewall rushers and maintain the integrity of the pocket.
- Quick processor who rapidly identifies and neutralizes stunts and twists, displaying a keen understanding of defensive schemes and alignments.
- Heavy hands and strong initial punch in run blocking, creating movement at the point of attack and sealing off defenders to create running lanes.
- Effective second-level blocker who takes good angles and maintains engagement with linebackers, enhancing the ground game's explosiveness.
- Iron man durability and conditioning, consistently available for high snap counts and maintaining performance deep into games against quality competition.
- Battle-tested against elite SEC competition, holding his own against some of the nation's top defensive line prospects week in and week out.
- Demonstrated year-over-year improvement, suggesting a coachable player with untapped potential and a high ceiling for development at the next level.
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Inconsistent pad level in pass sets can lead to leverage issues, allowing savvy defenders to get under his pads and drive him back into the pocket.
- Hand placement in pass protection needs refinement, as inside hand strikes often land wide, reducing his ability to control defenders effectively.
- Balance issues, particularly against counter moves, can leave him susceptible to push-pull techniques and compromise his ability to recover against skilled rushers.
- Lower body agility lags behind upper body quickness, potentially creating mismatches against explosive interior defenders in the NFL.
- Tendency to play over his toes in the run game, leading to lunging and making him vulnerable to swim moves and quick penetration by defensive linemen.
Scouting Report: Summary
Dellinger brings a solid foundation of skills to the table, particularly excelling in pass protection where his anchor and hand usage shine. His ability to stone rush attempts and provide a clean pocket will be valued by teams looking to bolster their pass blocking. In the run game, Dellinger flashes potential with his power and ability to create initial movement, though consistency remains an area for growth.Scheme fit will be crucial for Dellinger's success at the next level. His skill set aligns well with gap and power run schemes where his strength and ability to drive defenders off the ball can be maximized. In pass protection, he profiles as a capable guard in both man and zone-blocking systems, with the versatility to potentially serve as a swing tackle in emergencies.
While not a plug-and-play starter, Dellinger has the tools to develop into a reliable interior lineman with development. His experience against top-tier competition and positional flexibility makes him a solid prospect for teams looking to add some depth and potential to their offensive line room in the middle rounds of the draft.
Written By:
Bill Miller (SEC)
How other scouting services rate Garrett Dellinger (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
247.0
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
54.0
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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.