Sunday, April 22, 2007

NFL Draft preview: Andy Alleman (Akron G)

Andy Alleman, G, Akron: Expected to be a day-one pick, Alleman recently said "Baltimore would be a natural fit for me." He reportedly needs to improve his footwork, but he plays with a mean streak that lasts until after the whistle blows, and he's explosive. The University of Pittsburgh transfer also said, "I've been watching guys like Ray Lewis for years, and it would be an honor to play there." Also, playing for Baltimore means not having to play against its defense, except in practice.

That sounds like a guy the Ravens could use in the trenches.
Alleman began his career as a defensive end at Pitt, which means that footwork isn't the issue, but more likely footwork specific to offensive guard, which he's only played for two years.

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