Hillsdale's Profile for Jared Veldheer

Recognized as on the best linemen in Division II - named 1st Team AFCA All-American, 1st Team AP Little All-American and Gene Upshaw finalist. Great student (3.0 GPA Bio) and recognized team leader in the weight room and on the field - his efforts led to Hillsdale's first-ever play-off appearance and first play-off win in 2009. Declined Valero Cactus Bowl invitation to play in Texas vs. The Nation bowl game where he wowed scouts during the week and whom some called 'the best offensive lineman there.'

Dominating size and athletic ability at left tackle. 10.125 inch hands and huge frame reminiscent of Jonathan Ogden. Plays to the whistle. Good footwork and blocking mechanics allow him to get to the defender quickly. Frame will allow him to get even bigger. Self-report of 4.87 and 4.94 40 times (summer, '09). Demonstrates good flexibility for such a large body.

Upright pass-blocker who will need to improve as he faces elite competition. Has been able to dominate on strength alone in D-2; may need some time to adjust to next-level defender's speed.

Some scouts have listed Veldheer as high as the top 3 tackles in the draft. If he performs at the combine as well as he did at his bowl game, he could very well go as high as the 3rd round.

User: bigjoe7720
Date/Time: 07/10/2009 - 9:15PM CDT
Predicted Round: Round 5

I think the scouts will really like this guy when its all over this year. He is 6'8" 325 lbs as of now, and runs a high 4.8 to 5 flat forty. He's quick and athletic for a big guy, If he works hard on his run-blocking and improves, he will definately be picked up in the middle rounds I believe

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Your Projected NFL Draft Round: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Undrafted

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