Draft Analysis: Tyler Allgeier

April 28, 2022 /
  • Height: 5’11”
  • Weight: 224
  • College: BYU
  • Tape watched: USC, Utah
  • NFL Comparison: Benny Snell

Pros

  • Pass Protection
    As reliable as they come, Allgeier will be a trusted pass protector in the NFL. His sturdy frame stands up incoming rushers and he has effective chips off the line. He gave his quarterback a lot of clean pockets from identifying the right assignment. He was also used as a lead blocker on sprint outs and reverses.
  • Power
    Tyler Allgeier wears down defenses with his broad shoulders and strength behind his pads. He looks to finish every run by trucking defenders. He can move the line of scrimmage and almost always falls forward for extra yardage.
  • Vision
    Allgeier is patient, but not slow to analyze how holes open up. He doesn’t rush or over anticipate where he has to go. If his main assignment is compromised, he picks up the flow of the lanes well.

Midline

  • Receiving
    An uptick in usage and receptions in 2021 give hope for Allgeier’s long term future. He will be asked to help in pass protection, so advancing his ability to catch the football can increase his value.

Cons

  • Athleticism
    There is a real lack of burst and acceleration from Allgeier. Even with clean holes in the line, it takes Allgeier a good second to get churning. When he is met at or before the line of scrimmage, it can be difficult for him to work his way out of jams. He has extremely limited big play abilities.
  • Ball Security
    Four fumbles in 2021 lead to ball security issues. A profile like Allgeier’s needs to be reliable with the football.

Overview

The NFL covets backs that have burst and acceleration. Defenses are so fast and quick-twitch in the modern game, minimizing the time it takes to get moving and slip through gaps are essential. Unfortunately, Allgeier is highly limited in this aspect He can offer a bruising option that can close out games and pick up difficult short yardage situations. His abilities in pass protection shouldn’t be understated, but his archetype and history in the receiving game make it likely he only sees the field in 3rd and long situations. Without a true calling card to his game, Tyler Allgeier may end up in a timeshare for his career.