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2023 Guide: What Ourlads’ NFL Scouting Services said about STEVE AVILA:
TCU | H: 6034 W: 339 40: 5.18 A: 3300 H: 0914 W: 7800
Three-year starter, Arlington, TX. Earned All-Big 12 honors all three seasons, including first team in both 2021 and 2022 and added the second team All-America accolade to his mantle in his final season. Has played every spot along the offensive line (just one snap at left tackle), with near-equal distribution between left guard and center. His body type and play style will keep him inside and will need to be placed into a gap-heavy blocking scheme. He is a top-heavy power blocker who plays aggressive with his hands and can stay square through engagement in a phone booth. The lack of natural athleticism shows up against lateral quickness and he will need to improve lower body techniques over time if he can be trusted against professional pass rushers. Aggressive and effective punch with a strong latch under the shoulder pads of defenders. Shows good initial balance, maximizing his sturdy, heavy frame. Experienced at multiple spots along the line and should offer versatility along the depth chart early on. Falls off his man too often when matched against quickness. Does not have the secondary, reaction-based athleticism on demand. Will lose his balance in space and has a hard time recovering. Cannot always reach his points in the screen game. Needs body work. His biggest drawing cards will revolve around power and versatility but he will need to clean up footwork issues and tighten up his body before being matched up against pro speed.
OSR:24/37. 2nd/3rd round.