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alyoshamucci
Because Blythe has showed well and I know Iowa linemen are the best trained in the college business.
From what I saw from before he was not seen as having played well in 2016, particularly at guard, so what accounts for the turnaround?
Maybe it's as simple as fitting in with Kromer on a more stable line. Or maybe they consider him perpetual back-up material.
But the press from 2016 was not good
And from what I saw of scouting reports, they raised questions.
Things like this (which is contradictory in a way):
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Weaknesses: Undersized with small hands and extremely short arms that create some issues engaging and sustaining blocks. Lacks bulk and can be overpowered by big-bodied nose tackles and walked back in pass protection. Has some lower-body stiffness and could stand to play with more consistent knee bend in-line. Limited punch.
Future: Feisty, explosive zone-blocking center who compensates for his lack of mass and length with exceptional quickness, grit and work habits. Is wired to quickly earn a starting job and make a living overcoming his physical limitations.
