What makes Penn State left tackle Olu Fashanu Elite: All-22 Breakdown with Landon Tengwall
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Former Penn State left tackle Olu Fashanu has been called one of the best pass-protecting offensive tackle prospects in recent memory. It's one of the core reasons he's a future top pick in the NFL Draft this April. Today, we're stepping inside T-Frank's Film Room for a special film breakdown. Former Penn State offensive lineman Landon Tengwall, who has been lined up next to Fashanu for two years, is an expert offensive line technician. He's here to break down the details that make Fashanu stand out among the crowd beyond his size and speed. Check out the full 40-minute conversation embedded in this article or the Blue White Illustrated YouTube Channel for a shorter breakdown.
Tengwall will join us to preview the top Penn State football prospects in the 2024 NFL Draft and lend his expert knowledge to the process.
Fashanu uses independent hands to win
Right off the top, Tengwall explains what makes Fashanu different from other linemen, even ones at Penn State. He uses his hands better than other offensive linemen and it allows him to do unique things. He's also using a relatively new hand-fighting technique designed to combat freaky athletic edge rushers with size, speed, and power.
"We have to evolve too," Tengwall said. "So, something that's been big over the past ten to 15 years is the use of independent hands on the offensive line. And that's something has Olu does very well. Not punching in sequence with both hands but using one hand, then coming with the other."
Penn State's top lineman has great shin angles. Yes shin angles
While it may sound odd initially, Tengwall explains how Fashanu's run game strengths aren't about his lower body strength but his ankle flexibility.
"What you actually want to do is have great shin angles. If you watch any track star coming off [the staring block] right away, their shins are almost parallel to the ground. And that's what you see with Olu because that's how you accelerate. That's how you create force," Tengwall says when breaking down a run play against Michigan.
Finally, when asked what Fashanu can improve upon, Tengwall cites consistency and cleaning up details. But even then, he's expecting the 6-6 left tackle to acclimate to the NFL quickly.
"Currently, he's working with Duke Manyweather, who is considered the best offensive line trainer in the entire world. I know he's getting some really good work down in Texas right now. So, he is definitely working on his craft and ironing out those little inconsistencies he has. But for the most part, I mean, this is one talented dude, and I'm excited to see how he's going to evolve at the next level."
Check out the complete video for more insights from Tengwall.
What makes Penn State left tackle Olu Fashanu Elite: All-22 Breakdown with Landon Tengwall
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