Chase Bisontis Scouting Report

Chase Bisontis is an IOL who will be an immediate asset to an NFL offense’s run game while he continues to develop key elements to improve his pass protection.

Draft Grade: Round 3 - Adequate Starter

Strengths:

Run Blocking: Bisontis is a high-level run blocker on both zone and power schemes. On zone runs, he showcases the athleticism and first-step quickness necessary to win the leverage battle, get out in front of defenders, and control the play. On power plays, Bisontis generates impressive power and displacement, consistently moving defenders off the line of scrimmage to create lanes.

Handling Power Rushers: In pass protection, Bisontis plays with a sturdy base and consistent knee bend, which allows him to anchor effectively against power rushers. When defenders attempt to win with bull rushes or speed-to-power conversions, he is positioned to absorb the initial contact, sit down, and stall their momentum. He does an excellent job of halting the rush and preventing interior penetration.

Hand Placement: In both the run game and pass protection, Bisontis strikes defenders with precise hand placement, consistently getting his hands inside the opponent's chest plate. In the run game, this allows him to maintain a firm grasp and control the defender's frame, making it difficult for them to shed his block. In pass protection, Bisontis demonstrates well-timed punch delivery and strong hands, effectively disrupting and slowing the defender's rush.

Concerns:

Reactionary Athleticism: In pass protection, Bisontis occasionally shows a delay in his reaction to delayed blitzers, stunts, and twists. When defenders cross his face, he can appear a step slow, allowing interior penetration via gaps or edges. Refining his eyes and "mental processing" during complex defensive fronts will be key to his consistency as a full-time NFL starter.

Length: Bisontis officially measured with 31.75-inch arms at the NFL Combine, which is slightly below the preferred threshold for an outside tackle but manageable for an interior guard. On film, this lack of ideal length occasionally allows long-limbed defenders to reach and strike first. When opponents initiate contact, Bisontis can find himself at a deficit, making it difficult for him to establish an early anchor and gain control of the rep.