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2019 NFL Draft: Alabama’s Jonah Williams Scouting Report

By Jon Dove

ATLANTA, GA - JANUARY 08: Brian Robinson Jr. #24 of the Alabama Crimson Tide walks out of the tunnel during warm ups with Jonah Williams #73 during warm ups prior to the game against the Georgia Bulldogs in the CFP National Championship presented by AT&T at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on January 8, 2018 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)
ATLANTA, GA - JANUARY 08: Brian Robinson Jr. #24 of the Alabama Crimson Tide walks out of the tunnel during warm ups with Jonah Williams #73 during warm ups prior to the game against the Georgia Bulldogs in the CFP National Championship presented by AT&T at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on January 8, 2018 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images) /
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Alabama’s Jonah Williams is a well built 2019 NFL Draft offensive tackle prospect.

Jonah Williams is an experienced offensive tackle who has played in plenty of big games. His experience and raw skills make him one of the top 2019 NFL Draft offensive line prospects. He has a chance to hear his named called very early on draft night.

Williams features a solid build with long arms. He routinely uses those long arms to gain inside hands and latch to the defender. It’s important to note that Williams has the heavy hands needed to Velcro and control the action.

As a run blocker, Williams works to gain proper position. He has a quick first step which helps him initiate the contact.

Williams doesn’t standout as an overly powerful player, but he does a good job generating a push. His ability to gain movement is directly related to his hand placement, leverage and balance. He also is able to gain an advantage with his quick first step.

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His natural athleticism and balance makes Williams an excellent 2nd-level blocker. He does a great job reaching the linebacker which helps spring long runs.

In pass protection, he uses his fluid movement skills to mirror the defender. Williams has the balance and overall foot speed to protect the edge. He keeps a wide base which helps him anchor after contact and change direction.

Williams could stand to clean up his technique a little as there is some wasted motion in his movement. He tends to keep his hands at his side before contact. Williams would save time and be in better overall position if he kept his hands out in front.

There are also a few occasions where Williams completely misses a block giving the defender a free run at the quarterback. These tend to happen when Williams gets over extended and looks to deliver a strong initial punch.

Overall, Williams has the raw athleticism and overall talent to be a franchise left tackle in the NFL. He could stand to get a little strong and clean up some small aspects of his game. However, this is a pretty clean prospect.

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