The Philadelphia Eagles' rookie class is a fascinating bunch, and one player who has caught my eye is OG Micah Morris. While his college career was somewhat underwhelming, with only 19 starts in five seasons at Georgia, there's a raw talent that's hard to ignore. Morris stands at an imposing 6'5" and 334 pounds, with impressive athleticism, as evidenced by his 5.09 40-yard dash time and 9'4" broad jump at 334 pounds. However, his technique and leverage need work, which is a common issue for many rookie offensive linemen.
In my opinion, the player who Morris most closely resembles is Seahawks RG Anthony Bradford. Both players have the size and athleticism to be impressive, but they struggle with technique and leverage. Bradford, like Morris, played at a major SEC program (LSU) and has had his fair share of comically bad plays, such as getting beaten by Milton Williams in the Super Bowl, only to have RB Kenneth Walker pick Williams up, and then Bradford blocks Walker off of Williams. But there are also moments where you can see their raw talent and potential.
What makes this comparison particularly fascinating is the roller coaster ride that both players have had. Morris, if he can get on the field, may experience a similar journey, with some impressive plays and others where his technique lets him down. In my opinion, the key for both players will be to focus on their technique and leverage, and to work on becoming more consistent in their play. This will be crucial to their development and success in the NFL.
One thing that immediately stands out is the importance of technique and leverage for offensive linemen. It's a detail that many people don't realize, but it's a critical aspect of the game. If Morris can improve in this area, he could become a valuable asset to the Eagles' offensive line. What this really suggests is that raw talent and athleticism are important, but they need to be honed and refined through hard work and dedication.
From my perspective, the Eagles' rookie class is a group of players with a lot of potential, and Micah Morris is no exception. While his college career may not have been impressive, there's a raw talent that's hard to ignore. If he can focus on his technique and leverage, and work on becoming more consistent in his play, he could become a valuable asset to the Eagles' offensive line. This raises a deeper question: how can the Eagles help their rookies develop and reach their full potential?
