4 star top 200<\/a> recruit out of Minneapolis, Minnesota and committed to Notre Dame as a TE\/OT Hybrid. At Notre Dame Alt started his last 33 games with 32 being at Left Tackle.\u00a0 Alt was also named First Team All-American in 2022 and 2023 showing his consistency of greatness.<\/p>\nStanding 6’8 and 315-320 pounds, Alt has a extremely large frame that he can add to in a NFL weight lifting and eating program. Alt gained over 80\u00a0 pounds between his junior year in High School and Freshman year at Notre Dame.\u00a0 This shows that Alt is a hard worker and has pure love for the game of football.<\/p>\n
Joe Alt Strengths<\/h3>\n
He has amazing athleticism for the position. Former High School TE experience really comes into play here.\u00a0 One of the best I have ever seen recently at being super comfortable and confident with his athletic ability. Run or pass, off the line of scrimmage Alt’s pad level is always low and ready to go.\u00a0 In the run game Alt is good blocking in space as a puller showcasing his control and balance. Alt also reaches to second level defenders with ease in both zone and power run plays. In the screen game, Alt is comfortable in space on screens and always looking for work. Very scheme versatile, can fit on any team in NFL and immediately improve your Oline.<\/p>\n
The best part of Alt’s game is his football smarts and fierce play. Alt has a Strike First and finish mentality.\u00a0 He does not let defensive linemen get comfortable and drives defenders into the ground.\u00a0 In both pass protection and run game Alt hands shoot out first with good position and solid force. Most importantly his feet is always moving, which definitely helps when Defensive lines perform stunts and twist up front. Often times you will see defenders quitting vs Alt, showing dominance over his competition.\u00a0 Another show of dominance, plenty of times Alt is seen run blocking on both left and right tackle.\u00a0 Notre Dame relied on Alt a lot in the run game, and used him on both sides to get favorable matchups.<\/p>\n
Where Joe Alt Could Improve<\/h3>\n
Joe Alt’s anchor is above average.\u00a0 Too many times Alt is pushed backwards into the pocket going against the Bull Rush. He will be tested at NFL level until he improves as edge rushers always look to collapse the pocket. Although Alt has great footwork, his kick slide in pass pro is also above average. There is a question of if he will be able to keep up with NFL speed edge rushers on a consistent basis. There are times Alt is beat with speed rush, but recovers. However, in the NFL edge rushers are ruthless, faster and more athletic and deeper in pass rush arsenal.<\/p>\n
Last Word on Joe Alt<\/h3>\n
Joe Alt is a Franchise Left Tackle talent with bloodlines to back it up.\u00a0 With help from his father, Alt has turned himself into a top ten pick with room to grow.\u00a0 With 33 starts under his belt and a two time All American,\u00a0 I believe with an offseason in an NFL Weight room and training camp, Alt would NFL ready to start day one and provide good impact for a Tackle needing team. Young offensive lineman, Joe Alt is 20, with Alt’s footwork, hand technique, athletic ability, smarts, pad level, and strike first and finish mentality do not come around often. If Alt improve his strength in his anchor and kick slide speed, he will be a pro bowl Left Tackle.<\/p>\n
NFL Player Comparison<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\nDetroit Lions Taylor Decker<\/p>\n
Main Photo Credit: Matt Cashore-USA TODAY Sports<\/p>\n
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