BLOOMINGTON, Minn. – Jylan Ware essentially redshirted his rookie year. The Raiders offensive tackle was inactive in 15 straight games, with limited work in the 2017 regalur-season finale.
Ware obviously wanted to play, but understood some development was required. The seventh-round pick from Alabama State, a small FCS program, has great size and athleticism.
He had to, however put on some weight and hone technique. Ware feels that mission was accomplished in 2017.
“I thought I was physically ready, but there was a mental gap I had to bridge,” Ware said Thursday in an interview with NBC Sports Bay Area.