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With pick 240, The Bengals Select: OT Reid Fragel!


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Doug Lesmerises ‏@PDBuckeyes 14m
Quick video of the Reid Fragel celebration RT @LiLSpencee: YES! https://vine.co/v/bxOqhuzqmzP

 






Doug Lesmerises ‏@PDBuckeyes 12m
Sure seems like Reid Fragel has all the tools. With late position switch, think he's shown just a fraction of the type of tackle he can be.

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Overview

The departure of both of Ohio State’s starting tackles from the 2011 season forced Buckeyes coaches to look for answers at those crucial spots. It was no surprise that they picked Fragel to move inside from his blocking tight end role last spring, and during the offseason his frame easily added the weight necessary to play in the Big Ten. He then went on to start all 12 games at right tackle for the Buckeyes during his senior year.

 

Fragel was a Detroit all-metro pick as a senior, and played every game his first three years in Columbus. After playing on special teams as a true freshman, he started five games in 2010, catching nine passes for 121 yards and a touchdown against Iowa. Fragel started four games in his junior year, but continued to be mostly used as a blocker in the run game (five receptions, 64 yards) for a team lacking a great passing offense.

 

 

Analysis

 

Strengths Tall, long lineman who has maintained his athleticism despite adding strength throughout his frame-and he still has room to grow in the upper and lower bodies. Doesn’t play like the typical former tight end, gets after defensive ends on the outside and can move tackles off the line in the run game with leverage and strong legs. Attacks ends in pass protection, rides them around the pocket. Flashes lateral movement and quick steps to cut off the edge (on twists, as well), mirror spin moves, or cut off the inside lane. Quick enough off the snap to reach block tackles or take linebackers out of the hole so running backs can cut back. Uses athleticism to take an end around the edge and then quickly get downfield to block on draw plays. Picks up interior blitzers instead of being taken outside by the end. Widens his base in pass protection to prevent getting bulled. Plays with attitude, will extend at the end of plays to finish when in position. Shows some recovery speed if taking a wrong step off the snap, should only improve there because of his athleticism. Attacks the inside shoulder in the running game to automatically put his body in the correct position. Shoulders are over toes when asked to immediately get to the second level. Continues to fight even if put in an awkward, losing position.

 

 

Weaknesses Still learning the position, and how to play with additional weight, because of his late switch to the offensive line. Needs to hit his hands inside more consistently to control his target off the snap. Strength is lacking in his grip, can occasionally be thrown around or lunge forward because of it. Overaggressive at times in both pass pro and on run blocks, opponents take advantage of his leaning to push him upfield or get him off-balance. Will stop his feet at times while the play continues, allowing his man to get into plays if they are extended. Inconsistent getting down quickly on his cut blocks, though opponents find it hard to get around them. Must consistently move his feet after latching onto his opponent to prevent getting shed.

 

NFL Comparison Eric Winston

 

 

Bottom Line The tight end to offensive tackle conversion is a transition NFL evaluators have started to covet, and Fragel fits the. Despite possessing a Matt Kalil-type frame, Fragel started all 12 games in his final seasonon the right side and showed very little trouble anchoring against stronger pass rushers. His experience is limited on the left side, but Fragel could be groomed to block on the blind side or make a career on the right side after adding weight. Though he’s obviously still learning the position, NFL teams consider him a potential starter at the next level because of his overall athleticism and upside.

 

 

 

 

http://www.nfl.com/draft/2013/profiles/reid-fragel?id=2539651

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Wow - a coach singing the praises of a former starter? Why... has that ever happened before?!?


Not really news except that Coombs is a guy with a big personality who is a huge Bengals fan. He is the Buckeyes DB Coach, former coach at UC and longtime Cincy high school coach at powerhouse Colerain. Guys like Hoard, who covers the Bengals and Bearcats, knows him really well, so natural he would go get a quote from him.

Fun story about Fragel. He was on campus for his high school official visit and someone stole some woman's purse and he chased him down and tackled him, then held the guy down until the police showed up.
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  1. Lewis on Fragel: Impressive prospect still on the come

  2. #Bengals think Fragel ascending. Liked his 33-bench rep

 

33 bench reps for a 6-8 guy is outstanding, and the Bengals had 2 guys at or over that. Impressive. 

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I think I'm more excited by this pick than all the others.   This man looked like a seasoned vet at RT against excellent competition.   I can see him replacing Whit on the L side in a couple or three years--not kidding.  Oh, and the tackle elligible...we are going to see some Fragel spikes this year.   Buh-bye Roland.

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This is one of my favorite picks. The most amazing things about him is his athleticism. I love guys who go from TE to T because when they come into the league they are still raw but it's clear they are amazing athletes. He has literally only had one year at the position. The sky is the limit. In regards to the team Imagine him replacing Roland as that extra T in the lineup. That tackle is eligible now and can actually catch the ball. I'm not saying it will happen often but the threat is there. Another thread talked about versatility with players, he is the epitome here. Can play RT now, would be an ideal 3rd tackle when we run that but is also a blocking TE potentially.

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