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NFL Draft 2016: Pro comparisons for top 10 prospects

By Gabe Encinas

Jan 10, 2015; Frisco, TX, USA; North Dakota State Bison quarterback Carson Wentz (11) throws a pass during pre game warmups against the Illinois State Redbirds at Pizza Hut Park. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 10, 2015; Frisco, TX, USA; North Dakota State Bison quarterback Carson Wentz (11) throws a pass during pre game warmups against the Illinois State Redbirds at Pizza Hut Park. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 1, 2016; New Orleans, LA, USA; Mississippi Rebels offensive lineman Laremy Tunsil (78) scores on a touchdown pass against the Oklahoma State Cowboys during the second quarter in the 2016 Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 1, 2016; New Orleans, LA, USA; Mississippi Rebels offensive lineman Laremy Tunsil (78) scores on a touchdown pass against the Oklahoma State Cowboys during the second quarter in the 2016 Sugar Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports /

The projected No. 1 overall pick unless the Titans have a change of heart or decide to trade. After all the evaluation, it’s hard to believe that Laremy Tunsil is not the best prospect overall. Offensive linemen aren’t the sexiest picks for a team, but when you have Marcus Mariota you need someone to protect his blindside.

That blindside comparison would be Trent Williams, who I think is identical to Laremy Tunsil. Both have the 6’5″ 300-plus pound frame, yet move their feet extremely quick and have an immense amount of power with their hands. Even if Trent Williams gets beat, he’s able to use his feet to recover and get back into position to keep the rusher out of the pocket.

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What I like about Tunsil is his physicality. At times, he has the presence where no one comes over to his side and he’s safely securing his side of the line. But what I like is his edge and nasty demeanor on the field. If someone gets close to him and his teammate needs help, he won’t be afraid to give him a quick blow to get him on the ground.

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