2024 NFL Draft prospect profile: Amarius Mims, OT, Georgia

Mims might be the biggest “Boom or Bust” prospect in the draft

There’s no missing Georgia right tackle Amarius Mims in a crowd. He even stands out among elite football players, and frankly looks like he was built in a lab when he’s standing next to normal sized adults.

When it comes to traits, players don’t get more “toolsy” than Mims, and that’s going to get him attention. He’s big, long, athletic, and powerful in a way that typifies the “planet theory” of drafting. He will almost certainly be drafted highly based on his athletic upside alone.

However, he may also be one of the biggest risks in the whole draft. Mims only has 8 starts under his belt, while missing 6 games to an ankle injury that required tightrope surgery. He also suffered a hamstring injury running his second 40-yard dash at the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine.

There’s a call for the New York Giants to draft a right tackle and replace 2022 7th overall pick Evan Neal at the position. Mims might have the highest upside of any tackle in the draft and could be a perennial All Pro if he reaches his ceiling. But is he worth the risk?

Prospect: Amarius Mims (65)
Games Watched: vs. South Carolina (2023), vs. Ole Miss (2023), vs. Alabama (2023)
Red Flags: Ankle (2023, required surgery)

Measurables

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Strengths

• Size
• Length
• Athleticism
• Play strength

Amarius Mims is a massive and athletic offensive tackle prospect.

Mims is the type of player you want getting off the team bus first, standing 6-foot 7 ¾ inches tall and weighing 340 pounds. He carries precious little fat on that massive frame and also has very long 36-inch arms and big 11 ¼ inch hands. He moves surprisingly well for his size with quick, light feet and the ability to bend his knees and play with good pad level to maximize his strength with good leverage.

Mims’ feet and explosive lower body allow him to mirror speed off the edge with a smooth kick-slide. He’s able to redirect back inside as well as expand the pocket when necessary. Mims is also very powerful and is able to anchor against power rushers. Likewise, he has the ability to be a road grader in the run game. Mims is better in man-gap blocking than zone blocking at the moment, using his size and power to drive defenders off the ball. That said, he has enough athleticism to execute zone blocking schemes.

He flashes a decent technical foundation and has the basis for good hand usage at the next level. He generally places his hands well and tries to win inside leverage, as well as get good extension to control blockers with a strong grip.

Weaknesses

• Experience
• Health
• Leverage consistency

Mims’ greatest concerns are his lack of experience and health.

Mims only has 8 starts in his career after largely playing in a reserve role in his first two seasons and missing six games with an ankle injury that required tightrope surgery. Mims also suffered a hamstring injury while running his second 40-yard dash at the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine.

His very limited playing means that he hasn’t seen as many defenses or real game situations. Players need reps and experience to grow and put what they learn in practice to work. Mims simply hasn’t played that much football. It’s also fair to be concerned about Mims’ ability to stay healthy and be consistently available.

Mims can also have issues keeping his pads low with consistency. He has the ability to bend his knees, drop his hips, and play with good pad level. However, his knees can straighten when he needs to move quickly, and can also lose his leverage when playing in space. Mims’ height and sheer mass tend to hurt him here, as he can get his chest out over his toes, lunging and compromising his balance.

Game Tape

(Mims is Georgia RT number 65)

Projection

Amarius Mims’ projection is an extremely fraught one. He has very limited experience as well as injury concerns.

Even in the games Mims played, he was often in and out of the lineup.

Figuring out just what Mims can be at the next level is tough, to say the least. At the positive end, Mims could stay healthy and grow into his elite athletic traits. It’s easy to see Mims having All-Pro upside if he manages to play up to his athletic upside. On the flip-side, it’s also easy to see Mims busting due to health or inconsistency. He may never reach his potential and could bust horribly.

Mims’ athletic traits will almost certainly get him drafted in the first round. The team that takes him will need to be sure of their ability to help him reach his potential.

Does he fit the Giants?
Probably not. They can’t afford the risk and they already have options at right tackle.

Final Word: A likely first round pick based on traits.