Cameron Erving C Florida State #75
Wt: 313
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Size/Athleticism: Checks off all the boxes in terms of measurables and workout numbers. Elite size/athleticism combination for an interior lineman. Has the physical tools to play any of the five positions on the offensive line.
Pass Protection: Struggled with awareness, reaction skills and balance when working in space at tackle, but those issues were cut down significantly when shifting to the interior line. Despite athleticism, struggled to contain speed rushers when playing left tackle (Vic Beasley dominated him in 2014). Does not play with enough intensity and lets up before the whistle frequently.
Run Blocking: Quickness is an asset as an interior linemen. Does a great job setting the edges to create running lanes. Lacks dominant strength to be a finisher. Limited lower body strength hinders his ability to drive defenders off their spot to clear space.
Intangibles: Made multiple position changes and fairly quickly adjusted each time.
Durability: Missed 2010 season with a back injury. Started 42 straight games to finish career.
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Overview: Erving is a converted defense tackle who displayed the athleticism necessary to excel at left tackle, but flopped in that role. Excelled almost immediately upon switching to center late in the 2014 season, which rejuvenated his draft stock. His ability to pick up the position quickly bodes well for a transition to the NFL.