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NFL Draft 2017: 5 Hidden Gems in Second and Third Rounds

By Collin Wieder

Sep 3, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars linebacker Tyus Bowser (81) defends as Oklahoma Sooners quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) attempts a pass during the game at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 3, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars linebacker Tyus Bowser (81) defends as Oklahoma Sooners quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) attempts a pass during the game at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports /
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player. 13. . Offensive Guard. Western Kentucky. Forrest Lamp. 1

NFL Network analyst Mike Mayock let everyone know about Forrest Lamp many times throughout the NFL draft process because of his vaunted “Alabama film”. Mayock was right to let everyone in on the offensive line’s best kept secret.

Lamp kept his blocks well against one of the best defenses in college football. Whether it was Tim Williams, Jonathan Allen, etcetera, Lamp handled the Tide front well (Video Courtesy Charlie).

The Chargers needed helped at both guard and tackle and Lamp can play both. At 6-foot-4, 309-pounds, his physique fits at guard better, but he’s athletic enough to be a tackle in the NFL. Nevertheless, Lamp played at Western Kentucky and on the offensive line made him a virtual unknown until draft coverage started.

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Lamp started all four years and helped the Hilltoppers to their best era in school history. The team went 39-14 during his tenure, so he didn’t play at a school lacking talent. He will likely see starting snaps this season.

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