Brandon Scherff Just What the Washington Redskins Need

Feb 20, 2015; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes offensive linemen Brandon Scherff runs the 40 yard dash during the 2015 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Scouting Report

Scherff is a physical freak as a man over 315 pound running a 40-yard dash in just 5.05 seconds. His 23 reps of 225 pounds on the bench press isn’t impressive for his position but he is powerful. The man can hang clean 480 pounds and deadlift 405 pound and that power translates to the football field.

“NFL.com’s scouting report of him is, “Weight-room star who can lift a house. Powerful run blocker with exceptional power in hips and legs. Moves well laterally and rarely allows defensive ends to set edge against him. Consistently gets push. Rolls hips under him at contact and will bring feet with him. Recognizes twists and delayed blitzes.

“Gets into set position with flat back when delivering punch. Respectable change of direction in pass pro and on second level. Shows second effort and recovery ability in pass pro. Able to hit moving targets in space. Swings hips into position in cut-off blocks. Improved cut-off blocking from junior to senior year. Exhibits composed, efficient movement.

“Will default to sumo-style power push rather than leg churning at times. Not a grab-and-control pass protector. Opens the gate earlier than you would like against edge rushers offering two-way goes. Tightly wound lower body with average bend. Sometimes gives one-shot effort on second-level blocks, allowing his man back into the play. Has dominant finishing traits, but not a consistent finisher of blocks. Would love to see more fiery play demeanor from him.”

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