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5 Cody Mauch

Description: Cody Mauch comes into the NFL Draft with some concerns over his age and position, but if he adjusts to position changes well, he can quickly become a starter in the league. A left tackle in 2022, the 24 year old sixth-year senior lacks arm length to stick at tackle. At the Senior Bowl, he demonstrated his ability to play all along the line, specifically guard and center, to maximize his versatility. He has excellent movement skills, specifically laterally to help mirror defenders in the passing game. He pulls well and has a future in outside and inside zone run schemes. He has the quickness to reach linebackers at the second level as well. He also sets a good anchor to pass protect against power rushers. At times, he can let defenders into his chest, which could lead to him getting bull-rushed. He needs to work on keeping his hands within his frame to avoid holding penalties. He doesn’t have a ton of power or length, so he will have better chances to succeed in zone running schemes, and should be a starter immediately at guard.