Jason Pinkston of Pittsburgh ~ 6.4/308
"Possesses good overall thickness through his upper body and looks a lot broader than his height/weight numbers would indicate. Also plays long and does a nice job of keeping his elbows inside his frame and maximizing his length on contact. Is a pretty natural bender out of his three-point stance and does a nice job of keeping his base under him and really firing off the football in the run game.
Exhibits an impressive combination of body control and pop when asked to reach linemen off his frame and is really powerful on contact eliminating defenders on kick-out blocks inside. Displays good coordination on the move and can break down in space, but he seems to get a bit confused at times and struggles to find a man to block at the second level. Will consistently make his way out into space, but at times gets caught blocking no one.
Showcases natural balance out of his stance in the pass game and does a nice job of quickly redirecting laterally. Generates a good burst off his left foot when asked to change directions back inside while keeping his base down and feet under him. Does a great job keeping his hands up where his eyes can see them at all times and is a quick puncher who can sit in and anchor at the point. Doesn’t waste much motion off the snap when asked to reach the corner out of his three-point stance. Does a great job of getting his left foot moving initially toward the edge and gracefully sliding his feet together in sync on his kick-slide.
However, the biggest concern I have with him at this stage is his overall range as I don’t think he’s a good enough athlete to reach speed off the edge at the next level. He’s consistently forced to open up his hips/shoulders toward the outside and push the pass rusher past the pocket on their outside speed rush if they get on top of him quickly.
Impression: He’s physical and coordinated in the run game and very fluid redirecting vs. the pass. Just lacks the kind of range needed to play left tackle at the next level. However, he looks like a very capable right-sided player with Pro Bowl potential if kicked inside to guard."
Exhibits an impressive combination of body control and pop when asked to reach linemen off his frame and is really powerful on contact eliminating defenders on kick-out blocks inside. Displays good coordination on the move and can break down in space, but he seems to get a bit confused at times and struggles to find a man to block at the second level. Will consistently make his way out into space, but at times gets caught blocking no one.
Showcases natural balance out of his stance in the pass game and does a nice job of quickly redirecting laterally. Generates a good burst off his left foot when asked to change directions back inside while keeping his base down and feet under him. Does a great job keeping his hands up where his eyes can see them at all times and is a quick puncher who can sit in and anchor at the point. Doesn’t waste much motion off the snap when asked to reach the corner out of his three-point stance. Does a great job of getting his left foot moving initially toward the edge and gracefully sliding his feet together in sync on his kick-slide.
However, the biggest concern I have with him at this stage is his overall range as I don’t think he’s a good enough athlete to reach speed off the edge at the next level. He’s consistently forced to open up his hips/shoulders toward the outside and push the pass rusher past the pocket on their outside speed rush if they get on top of him quickly.
Impression: He’s physical and coordinated in the run game and very fluid redirecting vs. the pass. Just lacks the kind of range needed to play left tackle at the next level. However, he looks like a very capable right-sided player with Pro Bowl potential if kicked inside to guard."
"Left tackle Jason Pinkston is a player we’ve been high on since the 2008 season. Mechanically sound, he blocks with terrific leverage and uses effective body positioning to seal defenders from the action. His footwork is solid as is his use of blocking angles in pass protection. He lacks the dominant base and does not get much movement run blocking. Sources have told us Pinkston could work a bit harder as well. He stands under 6-feet, 4-inches and some may question his ability to hold down the left tackle spot in the NFL. We disagree as Pinkston has all the tools necessary to be a blind side protector until he proves otherwise."
"Positives: Will get some consideration at Offensive Tackle... Athletic... Reasonably good length and long arms... Good pass blocker... Good burst out of his stance... Very solid knee bend... Good footwork, reasonably good lateral movement and slide... Good agility and COD... Uses his hands reasonably well, good hand placement... Does a nice job re-directing... Carries his pad reasonably well... Very solid run blocker... Fires off the ball when run blocking, stays low and plays with leverage... Adequate upper body strength, solid punch... Does a nice job at POA... Very solid anchor, good base, can generally stop the bull rush... Good mobility... Can pull and get to the second level... Good flexibility and body control... Does a solid job blocking on the move... Reasonably good balance... Similar in many ways to former Packer and Brown Ross Verba.
Negatives: Inconsistent... Has some durability concerns... Doesn't always get good depth on kick slide... Doesn't have the feet to play Left Tackle in the NFL... Can be beat by good outside speed, doesn't possess good outside lateral range... Slow getting squared up to counter-moves... Will stop his feet and reach and lean... Gets too high on some run blocks, will bend at the waist... Not an especially hard worker... Durability/knee concerns."
Negatives: Inconsistent... Has some durability concerns... Doesn't always get good depth on kick slide... Doesn't have the feet to play Left Tackle in the NFL... Can be beat by good outside speed, doesn't possess good outside lateral range... Slow getting squared up to counter-moves... Will stop his feet and reach and lean... Gets too high on some run blocks, will bend at the waist... Not an especially hard worker... Durability/knee concerns."
"Jason Pinkston started his collegiate career at Pittsburgh as a defensive tackle. However, by the start of his freshman campaign, the 6-4, 305 pound Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania native was moved to the other side of the ball. During his freshman campaign Pinkston was a backup right tackle, and occasionally used as a fullback in short yardage situations. Pinkston started the following year at right tackle again, but only played in three games before suffering a season ending shoulder injury. By 2008 Pinkston was granted another year of eligibility and moved to left tackle. He started all 12 regular season games there, but missed the bowl game because of another injury. Pinkston started 13 games in 2009 and has continued his success into his senior campaign.
Pinkston has paved the way for some great rushers during his career at Pitt. The Panthers' ground game is not doing as well in 2010, but that is in part due to an inexperienced quarterback who is still working out the kinks in the offense. Seven games into the season, Pitt is the lone undefeated team in Big East play and the road to the BCS is going through Pittsburgh for now.
Pinkston is a good talent, but he lacks the traditional height and athleticism of a left tackle in the NFL. It remains to be seen if he is a better fit at right tackle or at guard at the next level. Since he is not a left tackle, he will not likely be a first round selection, but he should be gone by the end of the second round."
Pinkston has paved the way for some great rushers during his career at Pitt. The Panthers' ground game is not doing as well in 2010, but that is in part due to an inexperienced quarterback who is still working out the kinks in the offense. Seven games into the season, Pitt is the lone undefeated team in Big East play and the road to the BCS is going through Pittsburgh for now.
Pinkston is a good talent, but he lacks the traditional height and athleticism of a left tackle in the NFL. It remains to be seen if he is a better fit at right tackle or at guard at the next level. Since he is not a left tackle, he will not likely be a first round selection, but he should be gone by the end of the second round."
"Pinkston does a nice job in the running game, and has helped Pittsburgh in the running game over the last two seasons. He’s struggled a bit in pass protection in 2010, but part of that is due to the inexperience of Tito Sunseri, who has a knack for holding onto the ball too long. Pinkston isn’t as athletic as you’d like to see, and his height is a small concern. His best fit is at right tackle or left guard in the NFL."
Fanatical FootBall Fiend on Jason Pinkston
Jason Pinkston commands a very exciting fusion of Launch, Gravitational Integrity, and Lateral Velocity. He doesn't quite have either the size or the Range you'd want for a Left Tackle, but clearly showcases exceptional potential as a Guard. Projected as a 2nd Rounder, he'll offer an equitable Return, especially if he's drafted by the right team.
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