A reliable source has told us nimble San Diego State guard Lance Louis wowed scouts at his March 21st Pro Day. He displayed a 32.5" vertical leap, did 30 bench press reps, posted a 8' 9" broad jump and ran the forty in 4.69 and 4.73 seconds at 6' 2" and 300 pounds.
DD.comment: Right now we are unsure how Louis projects as a prospect, although we know his stock is on the rise. We'd guess he's a player that could find his way into the 5th to 7th round area, if he does well in private workouts. Below is a quick scouting report from the source that sent us his Pro Day info:
"Lance was likely the biggest signing for San Diego State in 2004, as he was one of the top ten tight end prospects in the country. He had offers from L.S.U., West Virginia, Florida State, Alabama and more but choose S.D.S.U. because of the weather and opportunity to play right away. As a true freshman Lance played in all 11 games and started the last 5 games of the season at tight end. He missed four games due to injury as a sophomore (2005), but played and started at tight end in the teams remaining 7 games. After missing the 2006 season due to a knee injury, he moved to right guard where he played in every game 2007. Louis' senior year he moved to right tackle where he started every game for the Aztecs.
Lance is a very intriguing prospect to N.F.L. teams, because he's a guy who can play guard and center and can be a goal-line tight end. He comes out of his stance very athletically and keeps a wide base. He sets up anchor very well in pass protection, keeps his hands active and isn't easily pushed around. He is a good drive blocker and gets good movement and push in short-yardage situations because of his strength. Sustains blocks inside through the whistle and does a phenomenal job of getting to the second level and latching onto defenders. He possesses a nasty streak that N.F.L. teams love in offensive lineman, and his athletic ability is second to none, at his position.
