Draft Scouting Report

Draft Scouting Report:

Rating: 75.71 (Chance to start)

Pro Comparison: Logan Stenberg

Summary:

Jaxson Kirkland is a versatile lineman who has started at three positions for the Huskies, including left tackle. Projected to play inside at the next level, Kirkland struggles with balance and countering rushers. He needs to do a better job of sinking his hips to absorb contact in pass protection and can do a better job of sustaining blocks in space. Kirkland is a fiery competitor who served as a captain in 2022.

Strengths:

  • Competitive spirit
  • Does a good job of adjusting his hands when engaged
  • Team captain in 2022
  • Long arms
  • Started at three of five positions along the offensive line

Weaknesses:

  • 25-year-old rookie who is still developing
  • Needs to sink his hips to absorb contact in pass protection
  • Struggles locking onto defenders in space

Combine Results:

  • Bench Press: 19 reps
Next Game
TBA
vs Boise State Broncos (10-4)
  • Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium
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Pac-12 Standings

Team Conf Overall
USC
 8-1 11-3
WASH
 7-2 11-2
OREG
 7-2 10-3
UTAH
 7-2 10-4
OREGST
 6-3 10-3
UCLA
 6-3 9-4
WASHST
 4-5 7-6
ARIZ
 3-6 5-7
CAL
 2-7 4-8
ARIZST
 2-7 3-9
STNFRD
 1-8 3-9
COLO
 1-8 1-11
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Player Bio

HT/WT: 6-7, 328 lbs
Birthplace: Portland, OR
Age: 24