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TYLER BIADASZ
HEIGHT/WEIGHT/AGE
6-foot-4
315 pounds
Age undisclosed
BIG PICTURE
Wisconsin native Tyler Biadasz stayed home to play for the Badgers and intended on becoming a defensive lineman, but after a redshirt season he became a durable three-year starter at center, earning the Rimington Trophy his junior year as the nation's best. Was a bully in the run-blocking game but more porous in pass protection. Also had hip surgery before his junior season and shoulder surgery after it that kept him from working out at the combine. Still, he's among the better interior linemen in a weak C/G class.
COMBINE NOTABLES
DNP
VIKINGS COMPATIBILITY RANKING
1.5 out of 10. Unless the Vikings want to transition Garrett Bradbury to guard -- or move Biadasz, a true center, to guard -- a marriage with the Purple seems unlikely.
HIGHLIGHTS
WHAT DRAFT EXPERTS SAY
Lance Zierlein, NFL.com: "Solid but unspectacular center prospect who has been a consistent performer during Jonathan Taylor's rushing reign in the Big Ten. He's smart, well-versed in every blocking scheme and plays with efficient, inside hands that possess impressive grip strength. He plays under control and usually hits his landmarks, but he has issues winning when matched against power. Pass protection could be a concern, as NFL sub-rushers will feast on his lunging and average lateral quickness. Biadasz's skill level has been developed, so he could become an early starter with limited upside."
Joe Marino, Draft Network: "Wisconsin center Tyler Biadasz was one of the most dominant blockers in the country in 2018, but there was a regression in 2019 which was likely on account of injury. When he’s on his game, Biadasz is a powerful run blocker and a wall in pass protection. He’s outstanding on the move and his football intelligence shines. With that said, medicals will be key in his evaluation and forecasting him to get back on track. If he does, he’s an unquestioned starter in the NFL but he has a lot to prove."
WHAT PFF SAYS
82+ run-blocking grade all three seasons
Declining pass blocking grade all three seasons
1 sack allowed last year
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