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There was a good story after the Rose Bowl, when a scout associated with USC said that Blalock was by far the best tackle on the field (over Justice and Scott). I have seen him rated as the #1 OT for next years draft, even though he is built more like a guard. It is his great footwork that allows him to play tackle, hence the nickname The Dancing Bear.
Studdard will be among the top guards in the country as well. I expect him to have as long and successful an NFL career as his dad Dave who blocked for Earl Campbell at UT and played for the Broncos. He has been compared to Conrad Dobler, both for his appearance and nasty streak.
Sendlein is another UT/NFL legacy who after a year as starter is expected to raise his game to the next level. He doesn't get the press of the first too, but is very good. I think he could become a Remington finalist.
Many insiders thought that Hills would have started last year, if the coaches where only interested in playing the best. He was in the game a lot when we were near the end of close games. And insiders expect him to be an All-American in 2007, after people see what he can do this year.
UT will be better at 4 of the 5 OL spots, which is why I expect the line to be better than last year. It also doesn't hurt that we have a real good blocking TE back.
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