Saints sign OL Oli Udoh to 1 yr deal

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Overview

Mammoth right tackle prospect with intriguing developmental traits as both a run blocker and in pass protection. Udoh lacks the quickness for move-blocking duties but has power to generate push against opponents in front of him. There are exploitable holes in his pass sets for the NFL, but his size, length and potential for improvement in that phase are worthy of taking a shot on as a Day 3 draft-and-develop prospect that might require a year on the practice squad.

Strengths

Tree trunks for legs with broad waist, burly chest and long arms. Natural power with ability to engulf and bulldoze stationary opponents. Flashes some nasty as a finisher. Size can factor in his favor at point of attack. Good rhythm in kick slides. Has feet for early mirror work to counter two-way rushers. Adequate quickness to roadblock the arc. Grip strength with plus power in his hands. Carries pop at the end of his length to disorient the rush. Has tools to improve with additional coaching.

Weaknesses

Below-average quickness and timing in work-up blocks. Unable to hit his landmarks on reach blocks. Could be limited by scheme fit. Attacks run blocks with underhooks rather than a leveraged strike. Opens outside half early in vertical sets. Carries hands too low and is often tardy with them in pass sets. Speed-to-power rushers catch his frame and create some early push into pocket. Lacks athleticism for extended mirroring around the top of the arc.

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burly chest

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Flashes some nasty as a finisher.

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