Ali Marpet OG Hobart #55
Wt: 307
Size/Athleticism: Average size for the interior line but combines it with elite athleticism. Moves exceptionally well for interior lineman. Combine tests were among top interior linemen across the board.
Pass Protection: Shows consistent fundamentals. Surprisingly consistent technique in terms of hand placement and footwork—lower level prospect often show moments of sloppiness due because they can get away with it. Held his own against competition at Senior Bowl.
Run Blocking: Dominant physically, but tough to judge due to his level of competition. Tends to play high, but got away with it in college. Will need to stay low in order to continue to generate a push at the next level.
Intangibles: Team captain as junior and senior.
Durability: No known issues.
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Overview: It’s tough to project a player’s ability to jump from the lower collegiate levels to the pros at a position where you primarily win with pure strength, but Marpet has some unique tools. His athleticism stands out and his strong performance at the Senior Bowl makes him an interested sleeper. His skills are ideal for a zone blocking scheme and someone will take a chance on him somewhere between the 2nd and 4th rounds.
