Scouting Profile: Baylor Commitment Wes Tucker
The Baylor Bears are bringing in commitment No. 12 from inside the state of Texas. In fact, all but one Baylor commitment for the class of 2023 hails from the Lone Star State so far.
Wes Tucker
Size: 6’4”, 270-pounds
Position: OT/OG
High School: Argyle (Texas) High School
Recruitment
Tucker committed to Head Coach Dave Aranda and the Bears after turning down offers from Texas Tech, Kansas State, Kansas, Louisiana Tech, Tulane, Colorado State, and UNLV among others.
COMMITTED!!! Baylor Nation let’s ride! #Sicem @BUFootball @CoachDaveAranda @CoachMateos @coachgrimey @ahunt90 @coachkcurtis @argylegridiron @GrayGrundhoefer @CoachRudolph @toddrodgers13 @That_Boi_Dhawk @Jason_Howell @BHoward_11 @4ISP #backtowork pic.twitter.com/DoKNLElO2X
— Wes Tucker (@wes_tucker54) June 11, 2022
Frame
Stocky, powerful upper body that is proportioned similarly to his lower half. Broad chest shows room for more weight, and he’s likely going to be over 300-pounds when he’s done growing.
Athleticism
Good first step is the most notable attribute. He is very strong. While power is expected for an offensive lineman, Tucker’s power is really good when he loads up and drives through a defender with the power of both his legs. Moving from the first level (DL) to the second level (LB) is something that’s in Tucker’s wheelhouse as well, so that power will also be headed for linebackers.
Run Blocking
Drives off the snap of the football, powers his hands towards the chestplate of the defender, and then runs his feet well. His hand placement and drive blocking will cause a defender to lose balance, and then Tucker can turn that player in the direction he wants to create a larger hole for the running back to run through. Tucker is in his comfort zone when run blocking.
Pass Protection
Good first step from Tucker. He gains depth and then begins to use his hands to battle edge defenders. He’s not as advanced in pass protection as he is as a run blocker, but his high school used more power football so that’s expected. More importantly, Tucker’s aggressiveness and ability to kick step are evident. He just needs repetitions like the vast majority of young offensive linemen.
Playing in Space
Although still developing, it’s interesting to watch Tucker play in space versus smaller defenders. He’s light enough on his feet to not be juked out like many other linemen, and he’s still able to get his hands on the defender and drive him back. It’s impressive.
Position Fit
Tucker is capable on the edge or at guard. It depends on what Baylor needs him at. It’s realistic that he ends up playing at both guard and tackle before his Baylor career concludes.
Area to Improve
Adding good weight is the biggest need between now and his first season in Waco. Tucker should not rush to add weight, but rather dedicate himself to a diet that adds quality mass first and foremost, and simply continue to build his body through the weight room.
Many offensive linemen come to college at under 280-pounds, but if he’s over 290 by the time he comes to Baylor, it’s going to speed up the process of him being ready to play for the Bears.
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