Rob Havenstein

Like many before him at Wisconsin, Havenstein is a massive road-grader whose size and physicality helped pave the way for a dominating running game, earn All-American notice and a shot at the Senior Bowl, where he impressed. Picture of dependability tied the school record with 54 games played, including starting 41 consecutively at right tackle to end his career. No-frills type who relies on his bulk and power to get movement at the line of scrimmage. His length makes him relatively effective in pass protection but his agility and balance are not NFL-quality. Height limits him to right tackle, where he can deliver consistently enough as a run blocker to compete for a starting role but limitations as a pass blocker could leave his team searching for an upgrade.

strengths

Mammoth man with thickness throughout. Stout with the strength to absorb contact and hold his ground. Physical mauler with the ideal OL mentality. Great length to protect the edge. Adequate initial quickness for a man his size. Could charge cab fare to get around him due to his height and long reach (33 1/2-inch arms). Flashes ability to surprise with initial quickness as a run blocker, getting to the second level fairly fluidly for a man of his size. Highly dependable player who played in 55 games over the past four years (Senior Bowl included).

weaknesses

Limited to right guard in the NFL with ordinary athleticism for the position and will be vulnerable against NFL speed rushers. Lacks elite lateral quickness with some hip and joint stiffness that keeps him from being a natural bender. Tends to bend at the waist. Will overextend himself with inconsistent body control. Surprisingly quick to the second level but fails to re-direct to hit moving targets.

Ranked by ESPN/Scouts Inc. as the No. 33 offensive tackle in the country, by Scout as No. 42 and by Rivals as No. 43

top offensive tackle in Maryland (ESPN/Scouts Inc.) and ranked as 17th-best player in Maryland by Rivals

as a senior, named first-team all-state and all-area

served as team captain as a senior

as a junior, named first-team all-state, all-metro and all-area

as a sophomore, named second-team all-area

won letters in football and basketball

named to honor roll all four years and was member of National Honor Society as a senior

head coach was Rick Conner.

Parents are Gary and Cheryl Havenstein

majoring in life sciences communication

last name is pronounced HAY-ven-stine.