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Mike McGlinchey, Notre Dame: 2018 NFL Draft Scouting Report

By Jon Dove

SOUTH BEND, IN - SEPTEMBER 02: Mike McGlinchey #68 of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish celebrates as he leaves the field following a game against the Temple Owls at Notre Dame Stadium on September 2, 2017 in South Bend, Indiana. The Irish won 49-16. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)
SOUTH BEND, IN - SEPTEMBER 02: Mike McGlinchey #68 of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish celebrates as he leaves the field following a game against the Temple Owls at Notre Dame Stadium on September 2, 2017 in South Bend, Indiana. The Irish won 49-16. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images) /
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Notre Dame’s Mike McGlinchey is one of the top rated offensive line prospects in the 2018 NFL Draft and should hear his name called early on draft night.

Mike McGlinchey is a long and solidly built offensive tackle prospect. He also features natural athleticism and the ability to move in space. It’s the combination of his quick feet, athleticism, size and length that him such an attractive left tackle prospect.

In pass protection, McGlinchey plays with sound technique. He sets with a wide base while sitting into his stance. His natural bend helps him maintain leverage while moving with balance.

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McGlinchey keeps his hands out in front of his body which helps him avoid wasted movements.

He has the overall quickness and foot speed needed to protect the edge. The fact that he keeps a wide base gives him the balance needed to adjust to inside counter moves. McGlinchey’s long arms and strong upper body helps him latch to the defender and control his movement. This skill plays an important role in his success as a pass protector as well as run blocker.

In the running game, he routinely fires off the ball and generates a push off the ball. McGlinchey is committed to rolling his hips into the defender and delivering a strong initial punch. He features the upper body strength and heavy hands needed to Velcro.

His quickness allows him to reach the second level and work to the edges. It also makes him an asset in the screen game.

Overall, McGlinchey is a technically sound offensive tackle prospect who features the ideal size and athleticism.  He comes with a ton of experience against high-level college competition which should ease his transition to the NFL.

Look for McGlinchey to be an early 1st round pick and someone who anchors the left side of an NFL offensive line as a rookie.

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