2026 Draft: RT

[manxman2601]

A June scouting report on Brian Parker. Sound like anyone we know?



Some clips in this video. A payers player and coaches dream?

 

[Clonamery]

I've been doing some PFF grade scouting for mid-round RTs and there are a couple of interesting prospects.

1. Brian Parker II, Duke, 6-5, 305lbs

A little undersized at 305, but he's having an outstanding season at RT. Has a pass blocking grade of 88.2 (3rd highest in CFB) and a run blocking grade of 95.1 (best in CFB). He has only given up 1 career sack and only 23 career pressures. He had the most consecutive sacks in CFB without allowing a sack. His only sack conceded was in '23. I asked AI for a player comp and the first one was Morgan Moses so there's that.

Via AI

"Parker II is very good right now, especially in pass protection. He’s not yet elite in every aspect, but he has strong foundation, physical tools, and proven performance at the college level. With further development against elite edge rushers, better lateral/quickness work, and maintaining technique, he could be draftable in middle rounds with starter potential, or possibly higher."

2. Carter Smith, Indiana, 6-5, 313

The highest graded OT in CFB for pass blocking although he's not as balanced as Parker with an average run blocking grade. Also gets the Morgan Moses comp along with Ryan Ramczyk. 6 career sacks, though never more than 2 in a season.


It's a shame Parker is undersized because he looks a really interesting potential mid-round prospect.

I like some of these interviews to get a feel for personality, etc.

Carter Smith (April, 2025):

 

[mayoclinic]

A June scouting report on Brian Parker. Sound like anyone we know?



Some clips in this video. A payers player and coaches dream?

Will not consider another short-armed OT. Doomed to fail.

 

[mayoclinic]

Anyone know anything about Sam Houston St. OT Kolt Deaterich? 6'6" 310#

 

[Clonamery]

Anyone know anything about Sam Houston St. OT Kolt Deaterich? 6'6" 310#

Let me know if you need more than this:

Kolt Dieterich - Sam Houston Bearkats Offensive Lineman - ESPN

View the profile of Sam Houston Bearkats Offensive Lineman Kolt Dieterich on ESPN. Get the latest news, live stats and game highlights.

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[manxman2601]

Anyone know anything about Sam Houston St. OT Kolt Deaterich? 6'6" 310#

Even ChatGPT is a bit stumped on this one although he's not draft eligible until next year. Only year two for him and his PFF grades aren't very good this year (60 pass blocking, 67 run blocking).

Strengths​

From what's known:

1. Physical Traits
   At 6’6” and ~310 lb, he has the prototypical size for a tackle. Long arms or reach aren’t always explicitly stated, but his frame seems suited for the demands of RT or LT, depending on footwork and bend. Sam Houston
2. Durability & Experience Progression
   He’s played all games in 2024, and earned starts over the season, especially later in the year. That suggests his coaches trust him more and that he has developed through the season with increasing responsibilities. Sam Houston
3. High School Two‑Way Line Experience
   Playing both OL and DL in high school can help with understanding defensive tactics, leverage, hand usage etc. Also shows athletic versatility. MaxPreps.com+1
4. Part of an Effective Offense
   In 2024, the Sam Houston offense averaged good yardage over final games; also, protection seems decent (though sacks allowed etc specifics aren’t fully known). He was part of an O‑line that “helped anchor a front that powered Sam Houston to a 10‑3 record and a New Orleans Bowl championship.” Sam Houston

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Weaknesses / Areas to Develop​

Based on what is and isn’t reported:

1. Limited High-Level Tape
   While he has started and played well, I haven’t found many premium scouting reports with detailed breakdowns of his pass set, punch at the point, recovery speed, etc. That limits how sure one can be.
2. Experience vs Top Tier Defenders
   Conference USA is solid, especially for offensive line work, but he may have fewer reps vs elite edge rushers compared to Power 5 linemen. There might be a learning curve against top pass rushers or in NFL style speed/technique.
3. Technique / Refinement Unknown
   Specifics like foot speed, ability to adjust to twist/slants, discipline in penalties, hand placement, pad level etc., I don’t have detailed info. These are often deciding factors for people moving to next level.
4. Consistency
   As with many young linemen, sustaining technique through long drives, or against heavy weighted opponents, can be challenging. There may be games where he is tested more heavily.

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Projection / Potential​

• Short Term (College / Next Season): Likely to be a regular starter if he continues progressing. Might improve in run blocking and pass protection with added strength and coaching. If the offense stays strong, he can raise his profile with clean games vs good competition.
• Long Term (Pro/NFL) Potential: He has the physical tools. If he can polish technique, show reliable pass protection (especially kick-slide, mirror, punch), then he could project as a mid‑round pick or an undrafted free agent with upside. Could be RG or OT depending on how his athleticism and footwork translate.

 

[Clonamery]

Anyone know anything about Sam Houston St. OT Kolt Deaterich? 6'6" 310#

raw

Scouting tape - Jr season HS: Kolt Dieterich - Riesel - 2021 junior season highlights - 247Sports

 

[mayoclinic]

#43 overall on Concensus Big Board. Was #350 at beginning of September. Caught someone's eye. Worth keeping an eye on.

 

[mayoclinic]

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Scouting tape - Jr season HS: Kolt Dieterich - Riesel - 2021 junior season highlights - 247Sports

That was from 2021, when he was in High School.

He is a RS Sophomore, so draft eligible.

 

[One-If-By-Sea]

I've been doing some PFF grade scouting for mid-round RTs and there are a couple of interesting prospects.

1. Brian Parker II, Duke, 6-5, 305lbs

A little undersized at 305, but he's having an outstanding season at RT. Has a pass blocking grade of 88.2 (3rd highest in CFB) and a run blocking grade of 95.1 (best in CFB). He has only given up 1 career sack and only 23 career pressures. He had the most consecutive sacks in CFB without allowing a sack. His only sack conceded was in '23. I asked AI for a player comp and the first one was Morgan Moses so there's that.

Via AI

"Parker II is very good right now, especially in pass protection. He’s not yet elite in every aspect, but he has strong foundation, physical tools, and proven performance at the college level. With further development against elite edge rushers, better lateral/quickness work, and maintaining technique, he could be draftable in middle rounds with starter potential, or possibly higher."

2. Carter Smith, Indiana, 6-5, 313

The highest graded OT in CFB for pass blocking although he's not as balanced as Parker with an average run blocking grade. Also gets the Morgan Moses comp along with Ryan Ramczyk. 6 career sacks, though never more than 2 in a season.


It's a shame Parker is undersized because he looks a really interesting potential mid-round prospect.

Undersized is OK, we have a guy with T-Rex arms

 

[Clonamery]

That was from 2021, when he was in High School.

He is a RS Sophomore, so draft eligible.

Not much out there. Thought the video was funny watching the big man-sized boy pancaking a bunch of HS kids like it was his goal in life.

 

[manxman2601]

Brian Parker getting some love as an interior guy. I still think he's a RT until he proves otherwise.

 

[manxman2601]

There's a big anniversary coming up. In exactly 3 weeks time, it will be two years since Brian Parker of Duke last gave up a sack! I know he doesn't play the hardest schedule ever in the ACC and he's considered "sawed off", but you cannot deny that sort of production.

 

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[mayoclinic]

Sam Teets on Washington RT Drew Azzopardi:

"I gave Azzopardi a mid-fifth round grade heading into the 2024 season based on his 2023 San Diego State tape. I regretted giving him a draftable grade for a while. Azzopardi’s first year at Washington was an absolute nightmare, and he dropped off my radar. The pendulum swung back the other way to start this season. He only allowed one pressure (his first of the year) against Ohio State in a game where the Buckeyes logged 25.

Azzopardi has prototypical size for an offensive tackle, quality arm length, and large hands. His footwork is light and helps him gain impressive width in his pass set. Azzopardi times his strikes well, but his wide hands give up his chest too often. Despite this issue, his anchor held up well against Ohio State. He had several successful clashes with Caden Curry, using his far superior length to lock out the defender."

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[mayoclinic]

 

[Clonamery]

PFN put him at #63 overall yesterday.

 

[manxman2601]

Two (currently) mid round LTs that are good candidates for conversion to RT or moved inside to guard. It should be noted that neither of these have any meaningful experience at G or RT so they are projections.

Carter Smith, Indiana, 6-5, 313

I've mentioned him briefly before but he's worth highlighting again. He has a 91 pass blocking grade and a 77 run blocking grade. He hasn't given up a sack all year and only 3 pressures. He also had a perfect zero game against Oregon last night.

“I think the sky’s the limit, really. Wouldn’t put a limit on it,” Cignetti said. “He’s got a lot of talent. He’s a great kid, high-character guy, good leader on this team. Looking for him to have a big year for us.”

JC Davis, Illinois, 6-5, 335

Great size for a guard. He had one bad game against Duke in week 2 where he gave up two sacks but in a 4 game run of Indiana, USC, Purdue and Ohio State hasn't given up a sack and aside from 1 QB hit against Ohio State has kept his QBs uniform clean. He has a pass block grade of 77 but his run block grade is an outstanding 84.

 

[manxman2601]

Carter Smith, Indiana, 6-5, 313

I've mentioned him briefly before but he's worth highlighting again. He has a 91 pass blocking grade and a 77 run blocking grade. He hasn't given up a sack all year and only 3 pressures. He also had a perfect zero game against Oregon last night.

 

[mayoclinic]

I watched him, looked good.

Oregon's DL.generated some nice interior pressure, and also caused some penalties with shifting formations, but Smith was solid.

I also liked what I saw from Austin Siereveld against Iowa