SI All-American Candidate Logan Purcell Highlights and Evaluation
Prospect: Logan Purcell
Status: SI All-American candidate
Vitals: 6-foot-7, 245 pounds
Position: Offensive Tackle/Defensive End
School: Annandale (Minn.)
Committed to: Minnesota
Projected Position: Offensive Tackle
Frame: Tall and lean. Average width across the upper body for position. Long arms. Slender, under-developed thighs and trunk. Ample room for much-needed mass and muscle, but not huge naturally.
Athleticism: Very coordinated for size. Also a disruptive edge defender and effective punter. Good feet and overall flexibility. Mobility shines in the open field. Possesses natural play strength and burgeoning power.
Instincts: Physical. Gets into the chest of the defender with a punch. Active, choppy feet while engaged with the defender. At his best in space, where feet and hips flash. Comfortable working combo blocks to the second level. Extremely active arms defensively; consistent knockdown threat.
Polish: Plays with good base considering height. Powerful, effective punch. Already knows how to use length to advantage. Raw in pass protection; lacks consistent kick slide and too often bails out of footwork. 50-plus pounds away from being ready for Big-10 competition.
Bottom Line: Purcell’s length, coordination and natural power make him a promising developmental prospect at tackle. Needs years of strength training and technique work, but ultimately projects as a starting-caliber tackle for Gophers, potentially on the left side.