The Arizona Cardinals selected offensive tackle Josh Jones with the 72nd pick in the NFL Draft.
The road to the NFL was long and winding for Jones, who played four years with Houston during a time of upheaval. Jones played under three different offensive coordinators and four different line coaches in his time there, but he still managed to rocket up draft boards in recent months after a standout senior campaign and postseason.
Here's what you need to know about Josh Jones:
Measurables: 6’5”/319
School: Houston
Accolades: Second-Team All-AAC 2019, voted best offensive lineman at Senior Bowl by defensive players
Strengths:
• Good size and athleticism
• Stood out at Senior Bowl and Combine
• Top-rated tackle in draft class by PFF metrics
• Improved throughout senior season
• Four years' playing experience
• Plays hard and finishes blocks to the whistle
Weaknesses:
• Still relatively raw and unpolished despite age (23)
• Slow 40-yard dash ranked among bottom third of offensive tackles
• Played weaker competition in the AAC
• Could require further development at the pro level
Expert scouting report:
• "Has the traits and talent to become a future starter if he continues to develop with coaching" -- Lance Zierlein, NFL.com
• "Stood out throughout the week of Senior Bowl practices while facing the best senior pass-rushers in the nation" -- Matt Miller, Bleacher Report
• "Effective enough in college that he could earn a starting spot Year 1 if needed" -- Eric Edholm, Yahoo Sports
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Player Comparison:
Ja'Wuan James, per Mike Renner of Pro Football Focus
Jones won't wow you with any particular tool, according to Renner, but like Denver tackle Ja'Wuan James, he offers solid production across the board, giving him a very high floor.
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