Eric Olsen OL

[Tebow4Ever]

http://www.nfldraftbible.com/Players/List/2010-Big-Board/Eric-Olsen.html


Center,Notre Dame

[Tebow4Ever]

has pretty good size,6'5 305..


2010 NFL Draft Prospect Scouting Report:
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Eric Olsen, OG, Notre Dame
A versatile player, Olsen has played all along the Irish offensive line during the last two years. He is a redshirt senior who has started since his freshman year in 2006. Olsen played in 11 (started 6) games at right guard in 2007. and was promoted to full time starter prior to his junior campaign. He played both guard and tackle positions without distinguishing himself during Notre Dame's miserable 2008 season.

Similar in make-up to former Fighting Irish standout center John Sullivan. Good size and strength. Is a smart and hard worker who enjoys playing the position. Good straight line blocker who uses his hands well. Bends his knees well and can slide with relative ease. Consistently locks up linebackers at the second level. Plays with good leverage.

He is a limited athlete who lacks explosiveness and burst. Although he has played outside, his limited range and agility make him one dimensional. Doesn't move well in traffic. Gets jammed too easy. Needs more upper body strength.

In a weak center class, Olsen rates a middle of the pack prospect. He does show good intangibles and some athletic ability, but overall his talent level is average. In time Olsen could develop into a solid backup. He is a fifth round pick at best.

[Skinny]

Like his versatility and durability. We needed some guys up front on the OL, we got'em.

[Ziggy]

This pick was all about versatility and intangibles. He was a team captain at ND, and can play tackle, guard, and center.

[getlynched47]

I guess that spells the end of the Dustin Fry era :sad:

[Lonestar]

http://www.nfldraftbible.com/Players/List/2010-Big-Board/Eric-Olsen.html


Center,Notre Dame



Eric Olsen

School: Notre Dame
Position: C
Class: 2010 Big Board
Year: Senior
Hometown: Staten Island, NY
Date of Birth: 06.16.88
Height: 6 3
Weight: 306
Bench Press: 35
Vertical Jump: 29"
40 T: 5.22
Projection: 4th Round
Ordering: 161
12.29.09 - Center Eric Olsen will take part in the Senior Bowl. Olsen, a co-offensive captain, moved from guard to center this season and gave up one sack in 450 pass attempts, according to the university.

[Spiritguy]

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got this from a post on the mane w/o a link.


Smart Kid, Well Spoken, Intelligent

Feisty and aggressive is the best way to describe Olsen's play in the trenches. His versatility and powerful frame helped him dominate bull rushers, no matter where he plays on the field. His ability to play all three interior positions has talent evaluators comparing him to the Jacksonville Jaguars' Brad Meester.

Called by the UND the finest lineman in the program, Olsen lived up to that reputation moving into the starting lineup during his sophomore season. He answered the call at right offensive guard for the final six games of the 2007 season, started all year at left guard during the 2008 campaign and anchored the front wall for 12 starts as the team's center during his senior year.

At Brooklyn Polytechnic Prep, Olsen was named the 2005 New York Gatorade Player of the Year. Lining up at left offensive tackle and defensive end, the three-year starter blocked for an offense that featured a 1,000-yard rusher in each of those seasons. Throughout his career, he never allowed an opponent to register a quarterback sack.

The team compiled a 5-3 record during his senior season, as Olsen recorded 53 tackles, eight sacks, three forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries in 2005. As a junior, he was selected the team's Outstanding Offensive Player. He also excelled in lacrosse, scoring 50 goals during his junior season, as the team captured the league title.

When he enrolled at Notre Dame in 2006, Olsen had to bide his time with the second unit, but managed just under 21 minutes of action through eight games as an offensive guard. The following season, he played in all but the one (Purdue) contest. After being used mostly on special teams and with the second unit, he emerged as the team's starter at right guard for the final six games.

Olsen was on the move again in 2008, taking over the left guard slot, as he started all 13 games. He was the team's most consistent blocker the first half of the season, but the entire front wall hit a rough patch in the second half. He would revive his game in time for the Hawaii Bowl, where he graded a season-high 98% for blocking consistency. He finished his junior campaign delivering nine touchdown-resulting blocks while coming up with 82 knockdowns.

As a senior, Olsen was named team captain and again shifted positions, as the coaching staff felt the Irish aerial game would succeed with their best lineman in the middle of the front wall. The Guardian of the Year Award winner (given annually to the team's top offensive lineman) allowed just one quarterback sack on 447 pass plays. He produced 84 knockdowns and had nine touchdown-resulting blocks, as Notre Dame improved its passing attack, ranking fifth in the nation (323.5 yards per game) after finishing 34th nationally the previous season (245.38 yards per game).
Analysis

Pass blocking: Strong anchor and good knee bend. Can mirror after initial contact against tackles. Likes to punch defenders when helping guards, knocking them to the ground at times. Keeps his man on the ground once he falls. Struggles with quickness and recovery, reaching and bending at the waist to pick up late blitzers and twists. Accurate shotgun snap with his head up facing the line. Sells run block fake on bootlegs.

Run blocking: Good drive blocker who pushes his man downfield. Keeps feet moving after first contact but will overextend and lacks flexibility to sustain against slippery quicker defenders. Also strong enough to turn his man out of the hole. Stays on first block too long at times, allowing linebackers to penetrate before he can get to them.

Pulling/trapping: Foot speed and change of direction abilities are not elite and has a bit of extra weight in the middle, but gives good effort to get around the line when pulling or trapping in front of run plays. Best when hitting stationery targets; will miss adjusting to oncoming defenders.

Initial Quickness: Gets hands up quickly into his man's jersey after the snap, even when man-up against nose tackles. Good initial punch, but it's not enough to knock his man back.

Downfield: A bit heavy-footed moving to the linebackers, but almost always finds a target to hit. Will go after two, three or four players downfield, playing through the whistle. Effective cut blocker downfield.

Intangibles: Charlie Weis called Olsen the line's "heart and soul." Durable lineman who fights through pain. Smart enough to make line calls. Plays with a nasty streak - knows his toughest opponent and goes after him all game long.
Career Notes

[DenBronx]

I absolutely love this pick.
This kid is very versatile and could start right away. He can play Center, Gaurd and Tackle positions. Very very underated and was the backbone of Notre Dames line. Why do you think Clausen stayed so clean this year?
http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k272/DenBronx/olsen.jpg
http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k272/DenBronx/3988825286_fef9fc9c5d.jpg
And best of all he looks and reminds me of MATT LEPSIS...
http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k272/DenBronx/lepsis.jpg

[dogfish]

great pickup. . .

[JDL]

Great.... now we have the Olsen twins :)