From now until the 2024 NFL Draft takes place, we hope to 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 Missouri offensive tackle Javon Foster.
#76 JAVON FOSTER, OT, MISSOURI (GS) — 6054, 309 lbs.
Senior Bowl
Measurements
| Player | Ht/Wt | Hand Size | Arm Length | Wingspan |
| Javon Foster | 6054/309 | 9 3/8″ | 35″ | 82 3/8″ |
| 40-Yard Dash | 10-Yard Dash | Short Shuttle | 3-Cone | |
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
| Broad Jump | Vertical | Bench Press | ||
| N/A | N/A | N/A |
The Good
— Good size and very good arm length
— Good balance and punch placement
— Mirrors up the arc and uses his length well
— Solid anchor versus power rushes
— Effective on quick sets
— Good mental processing on twists/stunts/blitzers
— Experience in Zone and Power schemes
— Good snap quickness and lateral agility to reach block
— Understands the play and where he needs to be for maximum effectiveness
— Nice push on Down/Double team blocks
— Agility to pull in either direction
The Bad
— Pass set footwork is clunky
— Two-handed punch rather than independent hands
— Punch timing lacks forcefulness
— Impatience with hands leads to bending at the waist
— Susceptible to inside moves when too quick up the arc
— Refitting of hands is inconsistent
— Timing to second level
— Pad level on base blocks inconsistent
Bio
— 2023 Third-Team All-America (AP)
— 2023 First-Team All-SEC (AP and Coaches)
— Senior Bowl invitee
— Team captain
— 50 games, 41 starts
— 39 starts at left tackle, two at right tackle
— Majoring in sport management
Tape Breakdown
Javon Foster is a highly experienced lineman playing mostly at left tackle but did have a couple of starts early in his career at right tackle.