Two players that have already started generating a ton of buzz early on this season are offensive tackle Ikem Ekwonu and running back Zonovan Knight. The two third-year standouts will both be eligible for the 2022 NFL Draft and are considered Top 100 players in the class, according to Pro Football Focus.
Ekwonu continues to move up the rankings after his strong first three weeks, coming in at No. 20 on the list. Currently slotted as a left tackle for the Wolfpack, he has ideal size for a guard at the NFL left with a 6-foot-4, 320 pound frame after three years with the Pack.
Here's a look at Michael Renner's breakdown of Ekwonu's draft stock:
Ekwonu's overall blocking grade of 91.9 puts him as the No. 2 tackle in the country among those who have played at least 100 snaps through the first three weeks. The only offensive tackles PFF currently has ahead of Ekwonu on the list are Evan Neal of Alabama and Kenyon Green of Texas A&M.
Ekwonu continues to move up the rankings after his strong first three weeks, coming in at No. 20 on the list. Currently slotted as a left tackle for the Wolfpack, he has ideal size for a guard at the NFL left with a 6-foot-4, 320 pound frame after three years with the Pack.
Here's a look at Michael Renner's breakdown of Ekwonu's draft stock:
“Icky” has taken his physical dominance to another level this year. He’s allowed only one pressure through three games at left tackle and earned a 91.6 run-blocking grade. He may be a guard in the NFL, but he’ll be a bully no matter where he lines up.
Ekwonu's overall blocking grade of 91.9 puts him as the No. 2 tackle in the country among those who have played at least 100 snaps through the first three weeks. The only offensive tackles PFF currently has ahead of Ekwonu on the list are Evan Neal of Alabama and Kenyon Green of Texas A&M.
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