Corey Robinson

After initially splitting time between the offensive and defensive lines over his first two seasons with the Gamecocks, Robinson emerged as the team's starting left tackle in 2012 and never looked back, starting 35 of the next 36 games there. He was overshadowed a bit by All-SEC guard AJ Cann but is a legitimate NFL prospect in his own right, though he isn't one without limitations. Robinson's lack of ideal foot speed and balance as a pass protector mean that he won't be competing for future Pro Bowls at left tackle. He very likely will be moving to the right side or perhaps even to guard in the NFL, in fact. However, his combination of size, strength and surprising athleticism project well to a power-based NFL offense. Potentially available in the middle rounds, Robinson could provide a club impressive value, competing relatively early in his career for a starting role.

strengths

Robinson is surprisingly coordinated given his massive frame. He extends his left leg deep behind him to help protect the edge, making him more effective against speed rushers than he might appear "on the hoof." Robinson has long arms and good upper body strength to latch onto opponents and settles nicely, showing good lateral agility to mirror. He shows good quickness when releasing to block at the second level, as well as the coordination to adjust to moving targets.

weaknesses

While more athletic than he looks, Robinson is not a dancing bear. He does not possess the burst to recover if beaten off the snap and will allow his hands to get outside of his opponents' numbers, which will draw holding calls at the NFL level. At times, Robinson over-extends in pass protection, leaving himself vulnerable to counters back inside. He was certainly aided by South Carolina's talented runners and mobile quarterbacks over his career.

Played for coach Jim Bob Bryant at Havelock (N.C.) High, graduating in 2010

played mostly offensive guard but saw action at all five offensive line positions and some on the defensive line for the Rams

selected to play in the Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas

considered a three-star prospect and the nation's 52nd-best offensive tackle by Rivals.com

rated a two-star prospect and the nation's 99th-best offensive tackle by Scout.com

regarded as a three-star prospect and the nation's 56th-ranked offensive tackle by ESPN.com

also considered Duke, North Carolina, NC State and East Carolina.

Born May 21, 1992, Corey Robinson earned his degree in hotel, restaurant, tourism management major in December.