Ravens grab OT Alex Lewis in 4th round

The Baltimore Ravens have selected offensive tackle Alex Lewis out of Nebraska in the fourth round of the 2016 NFL Draft.

Baltimore has some nice pieces on the O-line in Marshal Yanda and Eugene Monroe, along with first-round pick Ronnie Stanley, so they can likely bring Lewis along slowly.

Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco is coming off a torn ACL, so protecting him will be paramount.

Alex Lewis Bio

Position: OT
School: Nebraska
College Experience: Senior
Height: 6-6
Weight: 312 lbs.

Strengths

• Has an adequate frame for the position, with long arms and natural knee bend. Keeps his feet moving and underneath him at all times. (CBS Sports)
• Generally uses well-­timed punch, with inside hand coming first. Understands his physical limitations and sets out on defensive ends quickly to counter. (NFL.com)
• Moves well for a taller blocker, and was one of the most consistent prospects on the West squad at the Shrine Game. (CBS Sports)

Weaknesses

• Served jail time for assault as a sophomore at Colorado. Transferred to Nebraska after losing his scholarship.
• Plodding feet limit him. Slow to step into angle blocks and has issues operating consistently on outside zone plays. Not quick enough to be counted on for reach blocks. (NFL.com)
• Has a lean lower body and can be put on his heels versus power. Can get clunky in his kick-slide. (CBS Sports)

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