2015 NFL Draft Scouting Report: B.J. Finney

Oct 25, 2014; Manhattan, KS, USA; Kansas State Wildcats running back DeMarcus Robinson (20) follows the block of offensive lineman BJ Finney (66) during first-half action against the Texas Longhorns at Bill Snyder Family Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Sewell-USA TODAY Sports

Another Scout’s take

Strengths: Lance Zlerlein of NFL.com said of his strengths, “Former walk-on who became a four-year starter and three-time captain. Was a wrestler in high school and shows clear understanding of leverage at the point of attack. Sturdy, NFL-ready build. Is able to use defender’s momentum against him to help create blocking lanes.

“Very sticky hands and strong core. Uses good hand placement combined with core strength and balance to win his snaps. Makes strong commitment to power-stepping and shutting down gap shooters. Allowed just 2.5 sacks over four years. Can mirror with a well-timed punch in pass protection and looks for work when uncovered.”

Weaknesses: Then he said of his weaknesses, “Short arms. Will give up ground and create a shallow pocket when longer defenders get into him at the snap. Can get too straight-legged as a blocker and it could limit his effectiveness against twists and delayed, A-gap blitzers.

“Average snap-to-step quickness and can struggle when asked to block linebackers on the move. Below-average change of direction as second-level stalker.”

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