Scouting Report: Strengths

• Zavala has really grown into his body and now possesses prototype measurables. At 325lbs he displays elite athleticism - he runs a 5.01 forty (95th percentile), an 89th percentile shuttle, and an even more impressive 94th percentile verical
• The past two years he's been elite as a pass blocker - he hasn't allowed a single sack and just 8 pressures during that period
• Has the natural power to move defenders at the point of attack. Zavala also has the agility and speed to get out in front and land blocks at the second level. He also shows a good understanding of angles when climbing to the second level.
• An unheralded player who was given an opportunity at the Shrine bowl - he didn't disappoint and looked like one of the best lineman in the blocking drills
• He's an impressive power run blocker - In 2021 at NC State the offense averaged 172 rushing yards per game when he played, 93.1 ypg after he was knocked out for the second half of the season
• Displays good awareness when it comes to reading moving bodies, effectively reacting and adjusting. He also shows a good feel for combo blocks.
• Zavala plays with good leverage and he’s a surprisingly good mover for his size, showing fluidity and flexibility when blocking on the second level.
• He’s a coordinated athlete who can win at the point of attack in the run game, and Zavala can also move to consistently land blocks
• Consistently keeps his feet sliding while maintaining power when dealing with speed, often sending speed rushers flying past the pocket
• In the run game, he explodes off the line of scrimmage and consistently gets out to the second level to do damage.