John Sullivan SELECTED BY: Minnesota Vikings Round 6(21)

SI Grade 3.61 GRADING SYSTEM

BIOGRAPHY: Four-year starter who played 45 games with the first team in college.

POSITIVES: Durable, competitive blocker coming off a disappointing season. Quickly sets up off the snap, plays with good lean, and immediately gets into blocks. Effective with his hands, makes good use of body positioning, and seals defenders from the action. Blocks with leverage and keeps his head on a swivel.

NEGATIVES: Does not play with great balance or strength. Gets little movement in the middle of the line and overwhelmed by large defenders.

ANALYSIS: Sullivan has been a solid player for Notre Dame, yet he failed to meet expectations last season. He will be selected during the late rounds of the draft, yet he has starting potential if he gets his game back on track.

PROJECTION: Late Third Round