Joe Dahl Articles

Scouting Reports:

NFL.com:   http://www.nfl.com/m/draft/2016/profiles/joe-dahl?id=2555136

CBS:   http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/1890011/joe-dahl

PFF:   https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2016/04/04/draft-pff-scouting-profile-joe-dahl-ot-washington-state/

Draft Insider:  http://www.draftinsider.net/reports/2016/G/Joseph-Dahl

NFP's Top Guards ( Joe Dahl – Washington State: Another player with position versatility. He has started games at both tackle and guard but it has been two seasons since he last played inside. Dahl measures 6037 – 301 with 32.75” arms, so with that frame there is no way that he will play outside in the NFL. Dahl is very strong and physical and plays at a high level of intensity. He is easily athletic enough to play in space and adjust on the move. Joe plays a physical style game, always looks to finish blocks and also had a strong week at the Senior Bowl. In the run game, he has some snap through his hips and though he isn’t the biggest guy, he can play with power. Had foot surgery following the eighth game but came back to start in Washington States Bowl game.):   http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/the-top-guards-in-the-2016-nfl-draft/ 

Articles:

Best prospects still available after third round of 2016 NFL draft (Dahl is ranked as the 2nd best OT.) (4-30-16):  http://www.si.com/nfl/2016/04/30/nfl-draft-best-available-prospects-connor-cook-andrew-billings

2016 NFL Draft: Here are the best available prospects after Round 3 (4-29-16) (Joe Dahl is ranked 15):  http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/nfl-draft-scout/25572053/nfl-draft-here-are-the-best-available-prospects-after-round-3

Best available prospects heading into 3rd round of NFL draft (Joe Dahl, OL, Washington State, (6-4/304): If this guy is on the board, I'd love him at No. 79. Left tackle in college likely to play guard in the NFL. Will battle for a job right away.) (4-29-16):  http://www.csnphilly.com/football-philadelphia-eagles/best-available-prospects-heading-third-round

WSU’s Joe Dahl is on brink of realizing NFL dream (The Patriots, Jets, Lions, Buccaneers and Titans have all reportedly met with Dahl. Teams have talked with Dahl about playing tackle, guard, and even center, although the Washington State and University High graduate expects he’ll probably play guard.) (4-27-16):  http://www.spokesman.com/stories/2016/apr/27/wsus-joe-dahl-is-on-brink-of-realizing-nfl-dream/

Walterfootball Guard Rankings (8. Joe Dahl, G/OT, Washington State (Height: 6-3. Weight: 299. Arm: 32.75. Hand: 8.75. 40 Time: 5.18. Projected Round (2016): 3-5.):  4/26/16: Here's how one scout summarized Dahl in one of our Scuttlebutt articles, "He has starting potential. Nice player. Athletic, but lacks strength. He could be a poor man's [David] Bakhtiari." That summary was put on display at the Senior Bowl as Dahl was overpowered by a lot of defensive linemen. He struggled all week with the talented all-star defensive lineman. Dahl looked like he should move inside to guard in the NFL. He also has short arms to be an edge blocker as a pro. Dahl had a decent showing at the combine, but he still should move to guard in the NFL.  Dahl broke into the lineup as a sophomore starter at guard, but he played left tackle for Washington State for the past two seasons. In the Cougars' offense, Dahl got a lot of preparation for blocking in pass protection on the edge.) (4-26-16):  http://walterfootball.com/draft2016OG.php

NFL Draft News and Notes (Washington State offensive lineman Joe Dahl is building some momentum for himself and there’s a belief he could land in the second day of the draft. Teams like his athleticism and ability to adjust, something I spoke about during Senior Bowl week, and fee a bit more strength would complete his game. Dahl’s visit and workout schedule is loaded and includes the New York Jets, New England Patriots, Tampa Bay Bucs, Philadelphia Eagles, San Francisco 49ers, San Diego Chargers, Minnesota Vikings, Carolina Panthers, Baltimore Ravens and Indianapolis Colts.) (4-14-16):  http://www.draftinsider.net/blog/?p=11284

Ranking the best offensive tackles in the 2016 NFL draft (Day 3 - Joe Dahl, Washington State: One of the most experienced pass protectors in the country over the last two seasons, Dahl is also one of the most efficient. The left tackle had 1,382 pass blocking snaps over the past two seasons (Ronnie Stanley didn’t miss a game and took 871 for comparison) and finished in the top 25 for pass blocking efficiency nationwide both years (13th in 2015). Dahl is undersized though with strength concerns to boot. Some see him as a guard at the next level, but his power issues were only exacerbated while playing there at the Senior Bowl. Dahl’s change of direction ability is top notch and has enough tools to be a competent pass protector in the NFL.) (4-12-16):  https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2016/04/12/ranking-the-best-offensive-tackles-in-the-2016-nfl-draft/

Ten most underrated offensive prospects in 2016 NFL Draft (Joe Dahl, OG, Washington State: Dahl (6-4 1/8, 304, 5.11) is one of my favorites in this draft. I like players who transfer up (think J.J. Watt); Dahl spent his freshman year at Montana before transferring to Wazzu, where he was a three-year starter at left guard and left tackle. He could play multiple positions at the next level, including center, but I think guard is his best position. He's strong (28 bench reps). Some team will draft him in the second round; others will wish they had.) (3-21-16):  http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000646037/article/ten-most-underrated-offensive-prospects-in-2016-nfl-draft

Washington State Pro Day (At Washington State's pro day, there were representatives from 12 NFL teams present, including an offensive line coach from the New York Jets. Offensive guard Joe Dahl -- 6-foot-4 3/4, 302 pounds -- stood on his numbers from the NFL Scouting Combine. During his positional workout, Dahl was worked out as a center and went through the normal offensive lineman drills.) (3-10-16):  http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000643472/article/speedy-washington-state-wr-has-chance-to-be-drafted

Dom Williams one of the top performers at WSU Cougars’ Pro Day (The Lions did not attend the Pro Day) (3-10-16):  http://www.seattletimes.com/sports/wsu-cougars/pro-day-dawns-for-destiny-vaeao-and-wsu-cougars/

2016 NFL Combine Stock Report: Offensive Linemen (Joe Dahl, OT, Washington State (Up): Joe Dahl definitely helped himself in Indianapolis. Dahl took advantage of the drills, looking very smooth and showing off some great footwork. Dahl also posted a solid 3-cone time, registering a 7.64.) (2-26-16):  http://walterfootball.com/combine2016stockOL.php

NFL scouting combine: Top offensive line standouts (5. Joe Dahl, Washington State: Our top pass-protecting tackle each of the last two seasons, Dahl’s slight size and short arms have the NFL envisioning a move inside to guard for him, but we’re hoping to see him stick outside at tackle. He’s not a force in the run game, and he was susceptible to bull rushes on the edge, so his smooth-moving skill-set fits best on the outside, even with the issues against power. He ran a solid 5.18, but it’s his 28 bench reps that perhaps indicate that his on his way to shoring up his weakness in pass protection. While he may never be a top-notch all around tackle, Dahl projects similarly to David Bakhtiari of the Green Bay Packers as a potential plus pass-blocker who struggles with power in both the running and passing games.) (2-26-16):  https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2016/02/26/draft-nfl-scouting-combine-top-offensive-line-standouts/

WSU Cougars’ Joe Dahl impressive at NFL combine (2-26-16):  http://www.seattletimes.com/sports/wsu-cougar-football/wsu-cougars-joe-dahl-impressive-at-nfl-combine/

2016 Senior Bowl Stock Report (The 6-foot-6, 306-pound Glasgow was one of the stars of the East-West Shrine, and Glasgow kept up the strong play the Senior Bowl. He was one of the only centers who could win one-on-ones with some of the top interior defensive talents like Alabama's Jarran Reed. Glasgow was consistent throughout the week. He held his won in the pass-rushing one-on-ones and looked very good in the team scrimmage sessions. With his size, Glasgow could compete at guard or center in the NFL. Glasgow's huge all-star game performances puts him in the thick of the top center competition with other players like Alabama's Ryan Kelly, Notre Dame's Zack Martin, and USC's Max Tuerk.) (1-30-16):   http://walterfootball.com/seniorbowl2016stock.php

2016 Senior Bowl: North Practice Day Two Review (Joe Dahl of Washington State has quick hands and offers a David Bahktiari comparison.) (1-28-16):   http://optimumscouting.com/draft/2016-senior-bowl-north-practice-day-two-review.html

2016 Senior Bowl: Offensive line fires back during North practice (A college left tackle, Washington State's Joe Dahl (6-4, 299) kicked inside this week and has impressed at both left and right guard. He keeps his hips low off the snap and sits in his stance with his near 33-inch arms extended to engage. Dahl is very active with his hands and showed accurate placement to tie-up rushers and control the point of attack. Coming from WSU's spread scheme, there were several question marks regarding Dahl's pro transition, but he answered several of them in Mobile.) (1-28-16):   http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/nfl-draft-scout/25465654/senior-bowl-offensive-line-fires-back-during-north-practice

2015 Senior Bowl North Practice Report (Washington State's Joe Dahl rode Washington around the pocket on one play.) (1-28-16):   http://walterfootball.com/seniorbowl2016practice4.php

Pauline's Senior Bowl Recap: Wednesday (Joe Dahl/OL/Washington State: The college tackle took well to his move to guard and shut down what’s been a formidable defensive line from the North squad. His ability to adjust or immediately recover back to blocking balance after it looked like he was going to get beat impressed scouts.) (1-27-16):   http://www.philadelphiaeagles.com/news/article-1/Paulines-Senior-Bowl-Recap-Wednesday/f88aa023-3629-4fdb-9aa3-cd17d7ff0ad8

2015 Senior Bowl North Practice Report (Washington used power and speed to win against Dahl, but Dahl earned a draw in the rematch by stopping Washington after some initial penetration. Dahl really struggled in this practice. On top of losing reps to Butler and Washington, Illinois defensive end Jihad Ward was too fast for him on two reps in the one-on-ones. As a guard or tackle, Dahl's issues with speed rushers will be exposed. He needs development.) (1-27-16):   http://walterfootball.com/seniorbowl2016practice2.php

2015 Senior Bowl Practice Report (Washington dominated the one-on-ones with speed, power, and speed-to-power. Among the players whom he destroyed were Iowa center Austin Blythe and Washington State guard/tackle Joe Dahl. Dahl saw Washington blow by him on his first rep before bull rushing Dahl into the quarterback marker on the rematch.) (1-26-16):   http://walterfootball.com/seniorbowl2016practice.php

PFF’s Live Coverage From Reese’s Senior Bowl Practice (Some of the issues we saw on Washington State OT Joe Dahl’s college film are showing up here in Mobile. He has good feet and athleticism but repeatedly struggles against power moves.) (1-26-16):   https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2016/01/26/draft-senior-bowl-practice-live-blog/

Every Senior Bowl player you need to know: Offense (Washington State’s Joe Dahl has already gotten the business about his scrawny arms, but he can mirror pass rushers at left tackle and posted our top pass protection grade each of the last two seasons. Washington State’s scheme certainly helps, he’s quite susceptible to the bull rush, and he’s limited as a run blocker, but that’s a near-identical profile to Green Bay left tackle David Bakhtiari who has done more good than bad as a pass blocker in his three seasons. A move to guard due to arm length issues would exacerbate Dahl’s weaknesses and lose his strength which is handling outside speed rushers.) (1-25-16):  https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2016/01/25/draft-every-senior-bowl-player-you-need-to-know-offense/

Video - Washington State's Joe Dahl could impress at offensive tackle (he's discussed at around 1:30) (1-22-16):  http://www.nbcsports.com/video/washington-states-joe-dahl-could-impress-offensive-tackle

WSU lineman Joe Dahl should return for Sun Bowl after frustrating injury (12-19-16):  http://www.spokesman.com/stories/2015/dec/19/wsu-lineman-joe-dahl-should-return-for-sun-bowl-af/

The 10 best players in the trenches (10. Joe Dahl, Washington State: Joe Dahl remains one of PFF’s highest graded offensive linemen, despite missing two games due to injury. So far this season, he has graded out positively in all but one of the games he’s played. Though reliable in the run game (+5.0), Dahl has performed especially well when in pass protection. Asked to drop back and protect his quarterback a staggering 505 times this year, Dahl has excelled, leading the nation with a pass blocking grade of +15.7.) (11-18-16):  https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2015/11/16/the-10-best-players-in-the-trenches/

2016 NFL Draft: Dahl, Ecklund solidify offensive line for Washington State (Joe Dahl, OL, Redshirt Senior, 6-4, 303, 5.29: Despite growing up in nearby Spokane, Dahl initially signed with Montana out of high school, redshirting there in 2011. He elected to transfer to Washington State a year later, sitting out the required season due to NCAA rules before emerging as the starter at left guard for the first 12 games of the 2013 season and switching over to the all-important left tackle role for the New Mexico Bowl. Dahl remained on the blindside in 2014, starting all 12 games there last season and earning Honorable Mention All-Pac-12 honors after surrendering just one sack in 771 passing attempts. Dahl's pass blocking proficiency is certainly aided by Leach's scheme, which is designed to get the ball out of hands of the quarterback quickly and often asks running backs to chip edge defenders. Scheme, however, has nothing to do with Dahl's light feet, textbook knee bend and balance - attributes which project very well to the next level. Unlike most tackles, Dahl shuffles backwards off the snap rather than taking a deep kick-step. The strategy keeps him balanced and ready to shuffle laterally to remain squarely in front of pass rushers. Dahl doesn't look imposing but he has strong hands to latch onto and control pass rushers. Further, because Dahl plays with such terrific knee bend and shows good core flexibility, he's able to handle bull rushes, as well. Dahl's athleticism and upper body strength translate well to run blocking but he's only asked to perform these duties a handful of snaps a game. Dahl shows impressive initial quickness out of stance, quickly sealing off opponents from the action and showing the foot speed and agility to track down defenders at the second level. They are traits that could lend to Dahl being projected as a guard or even center by some scouts. Concerns about how well Dahl projects to a more traditional pro-style attack will be a factor in his ultimate grade. The reality is, a disproportionate number of the "busts" among highly drafted blockers in recent years have been offensive linemen whose success came out of collegiate schemes in which they line up out of the two-point stance most of the time, as Dahl does for Washington State. If he's deemed worthy by the talent scouts for the Senior Bowl, East-West Shrine Game or another all-star game to earn an invitation, Dahl should explore the opportunity because the payoff could be significant.) (8-11-15):  http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/nfl-draft-scout/25266278/nfl-draft-dahl-ecklund-a-wall-on-left-side-for-wsu-cougars