Indianapolis Colts right tackle Braden Smith has been one of the best run-blockers at his position for a few years now.
Despite being drafted as a guard, Smith’s switch to right tackle early during his rookie campaign has turned out to be a fantastic move. He earned a massive payday before the 2021 season and has proven to be one of the best all-around right tackles.
According to Pro Football Focus, Smith has graded out as the third-highest run-blocking right tackle in the NFL since 2019.
Right Tackles with the highest run blocking grades since 2019
💪 Ryan Ramczyk: 91.6
💪 La’el Collins: 91.6
💪 Braden Smith: 90.4 pic.twitter.com/OnSSiBVFYB— PFF IND Colts (@PFF_Colts) June 26, 2022
Smith’s elite movement skills and high-powered motor contribute to his elite run blocking. Even though his arms are listed on the shorter end of the spectrum, he’s used his mobility and hand placement perfectly to make up for it.
Smith is entering his fifth season locked in as the starting right tackle where he looks to continue ascending up the list of starters throughout the league.
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