From now until the 2024 NFL Draft takes place, we will scout and create profiles for as many prospects as possible, examining their strengths, weaknesses, and what they can bring to an NFL franchise. These players could be potential top-10 picks, all the way down to Day 3 selections, and priority undrafted free agents. Today, a scouting report on Marshall OT Ethan Driskell.
#52 Ethan Driskell/OT Marshall – 6082, 312 lbs. (Senior)
Senior Bowl
MEASUREMENTS
Player | Ht/Wt | Hand Size | Arm Length | Wingspan |
Ethan Driskell | 6082/312 | 10 3/8″ | 35 1/8″ | 83 1/8″ |
40-Yard Dash | 10-Yard Dash | Short Shuttle | 3-Cone | |
DNP | DNP | DNP | DNP | |
Broad Jump | Vertical | Bench Press | ||
DNP | DNP | DNP |
The Good
– Outstanding length profile; comfortable playing outside of his frame
– Functional athlete who has shown the ability to work to second level
– Plays with a nasty streak; consistently finishes blocks
– Powerful punch when timed well
– Explosive out of stance; moves well linearly
– Has shown incremental improvements as he has gained experience
The Bad
– Punch timing/aiming points is very sporadic
– Tight hips that limit the ability to redirect
– Needs to add a lot of upper body strength
– Trouble sustaining blocks to more athletic defenders
– Pad level needs to become more consistent
BIO
– Started 26 games during his Marshall career
– Began his college career as a walk-on
– Held no scholarship offers coming out of high school
– Played at Holy Cross in Louisville, Kentucky
– Standout basketball player while at Holy Cross
– Participated in the 2024 Reese’s Senior Bowl
– Selected to participate in the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine
TAPE BREAKDOWN
Driskell was a full-time starter at left tackle over the last two years for Marshall, where he showed tremendous growth throughout.