Top Performer, West Offense: B.J. Finney, C/G, Kansas State
Finney stood out in practices all week—especially on Day 2—for being the only offensive lineman on the West squad who could hold his own against the aforementioned Xavier Williams.
Finney, who came in bigger than expected this week at 6’4” and 324 pounds, exhibited consistent leverage, hand placement, footwork and strength all week as he played all three interior line spots and consistently won his matchups. While he was the only West blocker who won more than he lost in one-on-one pass-rushing drills, he also showed his ability to move defenders and open holes for running lanes.
In a draft class that is lacking in top interior offensive line talent, Finney should be drafted no later than the fourth round. According to Detroit Lions Draft’s Jeff Risdon, he was interviewed on Wednesday by the Buffalo Bills, who could absolutely use a player of Finney’s caliber as a competitor to start at guard and as a backup center.
