2022 Raiders Draft Prospect: OL Max Mitchell

2022 Raiders Draft Prospect
Name: Max Mitchell
Position: Offensive Tackle
School: Louisiana
Height:6’6″
Weight: 299 pounds

Pass Blocking

With active feet and a precise mirror, Mitchell meets the edge rushers the at the corner point, steering them wide. In addition, with relocate his hands to thwart a secondary rush move. During this process, he keeps his feet moving, finishing the block. While Mitchell’s technique remains rather clean, the ability to thwart the bull rush consistently must be immediately worked on. Lacking power in his punch, the prospect banks on his footwork and agility to carry the day. At the next level, with weight added, the former Louisiana standout will solve the missing piece to this puzzle.

Run Blocking

As mentioned, Mitchell’s feet give him a leg up in blocking. The film shows that, in concert with his eyes, he will affect his side. By blocking the initial defender, and moving on to the next, the prospect refuses to stay static. On screens and wide-ranging plays will see the prospect beat defenders to the corner. When the back gets to the second level, so does Mitchell. He will jump to the second, even the third level to secure a block. The hiccup remains with power. A power-based defensive player will initially give him a difficult time.

Raiders Fit

As the Raiders stand right now, they do not employ a single starting-caliber right tackle. The team allowed Brandon Parker to show what he could do. He lacks the skill to function on the offensive line as a starter. On the flip side, names like Morgan Moses could possibly find their way to Vegas, if the money aligns. Even if that does occur, a tackle like Mitchell would still fit into the Raiders’ plans. The team lacks quality backups with the ceiling to evolve into an above-average starter. Meanwhile, Max Mitchell could fill that role in an instant. Blessed with athletic ability and a frame conducive to adding weight. More importantly, Mitchell can play either tackle spot, giving the Raiders versatility, from a rookie, while he gets experience. Mitchell’s likely Day Two. Dave Ziegler and Champ Kelly, along with Josh McDaniels must retool a roster that looks desperate for athletic upgrades all over the field. Moreover, dealing with twitched-up pass rushers require a level of athleticism the Raiders don’t possess.

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