Isaiah World, Oregon OT

Strengths

Very strong and physical player in both the run and pass game.
He is a wide and thick player and is very effective at handling power from the defense.
Good low pad level, which is especially good considering his frame.
Great initial kick in pass protection that gets him in an advantageous position.

Concerns/Weaknesses

Consistent heavy hand / lunging problem in both run and pass.
Inconsistent in engaging with his hands; frequently tries to engage with his body rather than using his natural leverage.
Can get exposed with twitched up 3-4 OLBs that go for speed rushes if he can’t immediately get them off position with contact.

Key Statistics / Notes
Pass Rush Hurry Rate: 4.1%
Exclusively played left tackle
Tore his ACL in the college football playoff.

Summary
While World is a RD1 type of name, unfortunately the tape is below that. While his movements and position remind me of watching NFL tackles in a way that I didn’t see with other prospects, there are too many issues in his current game to warrant a top 100 pick, especially combined with the injury. The draft fit here should depend on how much a team thinks these weaknesses can be refined by a good OL coach.

Tape Grade: RD 4 (6.75 - Good Backup)
NFL Position-Type: Left Tackle
Pro style comp: Taylor Decker (ceiling outcome), Dawand Jones (more likely)

2025 Games watched: Indiana, Northwestern, Minnesota