2021 NFL Draft: Alijah Vera-Tucker leads the way of top-10 IOL
By Scott Gorman
7. Josh Myers (OC) – Ohio State
Another talented center prospect in the 2021 NFL Draft is Ohio State’s, Josh Myers. He’s a polished player for the Buckeyes that should help contribute immediately at the next level. As mentioned before, the Buckeyes have produced many top talents on the offensive line in recent years, and Myers should be another great one.
Myers has the perfect size for the position, and can be dominant inside at times. He’s started for the past two seasons at Ohio State after breaking out in 2019. Like Brown, he’s best in small spaces with a lack of great quickness or ability to get outside in a hurry. Myers also does not possess the upside of some others on this list. However, he should go before the end of the fourth round as an above-average, long-term starter in the NFL.
8. Quinn Meinerz (OC) – Wisconsin-Whitewater
One of my favorite prospects in the entire 2021 NFL Draft is Wisconsin-Whitewater’s Quinn Meinerz. The lesser-known center entered the Senior Bowl with little fanfare but emerged as a major player to watch as we close in on the final month of the process. Meinerz is an intelligent and strong player that earned AP First-Team All-America honors in 2019.
His strength is certainly his biggest asset, as he can move interior opponents at ease and could be a fit inside at both OG and C. Meinerz does not have the speed to get to the next level consistently, and won’t be a huge threat on pulling plays. However, he has good quickness and the intelligence to recognize blitzes from all over and should keep his quarterback consistently upright. He’s got good upside and could be drafted higher than the guys mentioned before him on this list.