Jonathan Mendoza OT Louisville | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Jonathan Mendoza OT Louisville
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
SUB-POSITION: Multi-role OL | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Last Updated: 09/20/2024 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Draft Year: 2025 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
40 time: 5.40 seconds (23%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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SUB-POSITION: Multi-role OL | |
Last Updated: 09/20/2024 | |
Draft Year: 2025 | |
40 time: 5.40 seconds (23%*) | |
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Overall Rating: | 75.0 / 100 | |
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Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced | ||
Defense Rating: |
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74% |
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Pass Blocking: |
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79% |
Run Blocking: |
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79% |
DRAFT PROJECTION:
UDFA
Overall Rank:
#329
Position rank:
#67
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College Games: 33 College Snaps: 1822 | ||
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Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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Dalton Wagner - Arkansas |
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92% |
Walker Little - Stanford |
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85% |
Luke Tenuta - Virginia Tech |
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83% |
Draft Profile: Bio
Jonathan Mendoza, a 6'9", 310-pound offensive tackle, transferred to Louisville for his final season after a stellar career at Yale. Hailing from Westhampton Beach, New York, Mendoza was a standout high school player, earning All-County, All-Long Island, and All-State honors. His academic prowess was evident early, receiving Academic All-Division recognition.At Yale, Mendoza's career trajectory was impressive. After serving as a reserve lineman in 2019 and missing the 2020 season due to COVID-19, he emerged as a key player in 2021. His breakthrough came in 2022 when he earned Honorable Mention All-Ivy honors as the starting right tackle, helping Yale lead the Ivy League in rushing and total offense.
Mendoza's final year at Yale in 2023 was his most impressive. He earned First Team All-Ivy honors, anchoring an offensive line that propelled Yale to second in the Ivy League in scoring offense. His leadership and character were recognized with the Fredric Woodrow "Woody" Knapp Memorial Trophy, awarded for his cheerful disposition, leadership qualities, and unselfish devotion to others.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Prototypical tackle frame with elite length, creating a wide arc for edge rushers to navigate in pass protection.
- Positional versatility demonstrated across the offensive line, showcasing plug-and-play potential at multiple spots.
- Technically sound pass protector with a strong anchor and the ability to mirror defenders effectively.
- Iron man durability, logging heavy snap counts and consistently available for game action.
- High-motor player with a nasty streak, finishing blocks through the whistle and setting the tone in the trenches.
- Cerebral player who quickly processes stunts and blitzes, rarely caught out of position.
- Natural leader who commands respect in the huddle and elevates the play of those around him.
- Developmental upside evident in year-over-year improvement, with his best football likely ahead of him.
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Lacks ideal twitch and explosiveness off the snap, potentially struggling against speed rushers at the next level.
- Small-school pedigree raises questions about his ability to handle elite competition consistently.
- Run blocking technique needs refinement, particularly in drive blocking and reaching the second level.
- Hip tightness limits ability to redirect in space, potentially exposing him to counter moves.
- Frame carries bad weight; needs to redistribute mass and add functional strength to anchor against bull rushers.
Scouting Report: Summary
Mendoza brings a tantalizing blend of size and technical proficiency to the tackle position. His pass protection skills are his calling card, showcasing the ability to stonewall rushers with his length and hand placement. However, his athletic limitations raise red flags about his ability to consistently protect the edge against NFL-caliber speed rushers.In the run game, Mendoza is more of a work in progress. He flashes the ability to drive defenders off the ball but lacks the consistent pad level and leg drive to dominate at the point of attack. His best fit would be in a zone-blocking scheme that maximizes his ability to use angles and positioning rather than raw power.
The leap from the Ivy League to the ACC demonstrates Mendoza's competitive drive, but questions remain about his ceiling at the next level. His combination of size, technique, and intangibles make him an intriguing developmental prospect. With proper coaching to improve his functional strength and footwork, Mendoza could develop into a solid swing tackle or potential starter in a scheme that emphasizes technique over athleticism.
Written By:
Felix Green (ACC)
How other scouting services rate Jonathan Mendoza (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
612.0
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
100.0
*Percentile Ranking in Player's Position Group (NFL Combine Historical Data): This percentile reflects how a player's specific statistics rank
in comparison to historical performances at the NFL Combine, specifically within their position group. A higher percentile indicates a better performance.
For instance, being in the 90th percentile for a particular stat means the player outperformed 90% of their peers in that category.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.