Scouting reports of OC Shelton....

It's always a little curious to me that the Rams usually add 1 brand new player at the beginning of the year rather than bring up one of their PS guys that have been with them for months. I guess they are VERY curious about Shelton...and are content to keep PS guys on the PS...
and put a guy - right off the street - onto the starting 53.
interesting.

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Washington’s Coleman Shelton is an athletic 2018 NFL Draft center prospect with starter potential.
Coleman Shelton heads into the 2018 NFL Draft having gained a ton of experience at Washington. He has done a good job when facing top-level competition and performed in high-pressure situations. Shelton has the potential to develop into a starter at the next level, but may need some time.

He features a solid frame for the position with a thick build and long arms. Shelton’s best attribute is his overall athleticism and movement skills. He is someone who can work in the screen game, block on the edges and reach the second level.

His balance and measured approach when in space helps him avoid missing blocks.

Shelton’s quickness out of his stance gives him the ability to seal defenders from the play. However, his lack of strength is a cause for concern. He is able to gain inside hands, but lacks the power to latch and control the action. This allows the defender to easily disengage and work his way to the ball carrier. Shelton’s inability to press the defender off his frame results in him getting pushed back into the pocket.

His lack of power also limits his ability to generate a push off the line of scrimmage. He’s more of a finesse blocker who uses angles and does his best work on the move. However, Shelton can become a more versatile player by putting more time in the weight room.

Look for an NFL strength coach to focus on improving Shelton’s upper body strength. This will be key for his ability to potentially crack the starting lineup.

The lack of strength also shows up in the passing game where Shelton can be overwhelmed by powerful defenders. However, he does have the foot speed and balance to mirror the rush and protect the gaps.

Overall, Shelton has the potential to be a starter in the NFL. The key will be for him to add strength and become a more physical player. Until he’s able to improve this part of his game he is likely to spend time on the bench.
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here's another.....

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Draft Prospect Outlook:

Wide center with deceptive athleticism and a relatively good amount of suddenness in his game despite his bigger frame. Good grip. Somewhat limited as an athlete when having to move laterally. True battler on the inside. Best in power scheme.

College Recap:

A two-way player out of Pasadena, Calif., Shelton saw action all along the offensive line after redshirting in 2013. He started seven games at right tackle as a redshirt freshman, then two games each at left tackle and left guard in 2015 while otherwise serving as the team's right guard that season.

Shelton earned second-team All-Pac-12 honors in 2016 after starting all 14 games at center. Sticking at center in 2017, Shelton earned first-team All-Pac-12 honors while starting all 13 games as the Huskies went 10-3, including 7-2 in conference. --R.J. White

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