Minnesota Vikings draft notes: 2017 Senior Bowl practice, day two
By Jordan Reid
- The biggest news happened prior to the start of day two as Forrest Lamp’s agent Erik Burkhardt tweeted that his client suffered a high ankle sprain during the first day of practice. The Western Kentucky offensive tackle’s status for the remainder of the Senior Bowl is uncertain, but Burkhardt added that Lamp would stay in Mobile for team meetings and other planned activities. Had it been a regular season game, he would’ve played, but since the Senior Bowl is simply an all-star game, Burkhardt felt it was best if his client rested the ankle.
Western Ky OL Forrest Lamp, a guy many are high on, got hurt. Won't practice today, might sit out Senior Bowl. From agent @ErikBurkhardt: pic.twitter.com/6iqZ35Iq0Z
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) January 25, 2017
- Another injury that was suffered was to Isaac Asiata, cousin of Vikings running back Matt Asiata. The Utah offensive lineman’s injury was listed as a pulled hamstring. He is reportedly headed home from the Senior Bowl to prevent further damage.
- Western Michigan offensive tackle Taylor Moton continued to impress, showing his aggressiveness and strong base strength. In a one-on-one rep against Illinois defensive end Dawuane Smoot, the talented right tackle locked out the edge rusher and he was unable to move. Once Moton struck a violent punch into his chest, Smoot was unable to make a counter-move. Moton was one of the most impressive prospects overall during the second day of practices.
- Jordan Morgan of Kutztown stood out during the team portion, pancaking Michigan linebacker Ben Gedeon. The small-school product showed a bit of a mean streak and nastiness on the second level of the defense throughout practice.
- North team centers put together a very nice. Baylor’s Kyle Fuller and West Virginia’s Tyler Orlosky consistently showed that they were able to hold their own against the North’s defensive lineman.
- Finally showing glimpses of what scouts raved about on film, Troy offensive tackle Antonio Garcia had a much better day. His performance was still inconsistent but he had his best rep of the Senior Bowl against Kansas State defensive end Jordan Willis. It is clear that Garcia is a developmental left tackle, but within two years he looks to be an NFL blind side protector.
- Kentucky center Jon Toth was a lot more consistent in today’s practice than the first day. While playing center in the one-on-one session, he didn’t lose a rep.
- LSU center Ethan Pocic was outstanding, continuing to show that he is one of the best offensive lineman at the Senior Bowl. Pocic is solidifying himself as a top-40 pick.