Scouting Report: Weaknesses

• Lacks patience in pass protection, leading to premature engagements.
• Arm length is adequate but does not always translate to effective leverage.
• Only average power at the point of attack, struggles against stronger defenders.
• Occasional balance issues due to heavy feet, affecting slide effectiveness.
• Needs to improve hand placement and agility to recover when initial blocks fail.

Scouting Report: Summary

Javion Cohen projects as a viable Day 2 pick with significant starting potential at the guard position in the NFL. His tape showcases a lineman who can anchor effectively in pass pro and exploit his lateral agility to mirror rushers, making him a plug-and-play option in zone-heavy schemes. While Cohen exhibits a robust initial punch and good grip strength at the point of attack, his play strength against bull rushers and technique in sustaining blocks will be areas of focus at the professional level.

Cohen's ability to pull and hit moving targets lends credence to his fit in a scheme that leverages his mobility and space blocking. His proficiency at climbing to the second level and sealing linebackers can significantly impact a run game. However, his inconsistencies—particularly playing with high pad level and occasional stiffness in his lower half—pose challenges against the NFL’s quicker interior defenders. These technical flaws, if unaddressed, could expose him in pass protection, where the speed and complexity of NFL defenses will test his limits.

Overall, Cohen's transition to the NFL hinges on refining his footwork and improving his functional strength. Expect him to be a fringe player who while does have some starting potential will most likely be a backup at the next level.