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[Shane]

G from Washington

No idea

 

[AsUpRoDiGy]

Good run blocker.

 

[Shane]

Good run blocker.

Started 13 games at LT but projected as a G.. Must be very versatile.

 

[Solar7]

I don't know much about the guy, but it's definitely nice to address depth on the line. You'e got to have those developmental guys.

 

[Shane]

Had the best 20 yard short shuttle time in the draft

 

[joeshmo]

Gaurd Prospect. Has started all four years at Washington. Freshman year he actually started at DT. Sophmore year started at LG, Junior and Senior year he started at LT.

Definently transitions into the NFL as a Gaurd. Really good athlete (great trio of agility numbers) who fits the trapping and pulling guard style Cards seem to be looking for. Really good at getting to second level.

 

[AsUpRoDiGy]

Had the best 20 yard short shuttle time in the draft

He's gonne be asked to pull a lot -- I'm assuming.

 

[WildBB]

Solid depth pick. Should be a contributor.

http://www.nfl.com/draft/2012/profiles/senio-kelemete?id=2532889

 

[BACH]

Bio from NFLMedia:

SENIO KELEMETE
Offensive Guard/Defensive Tackle
University of Washington Huskies
#56
6:03.4-300
Seattle, Washington
Evergreen High School
OVERVIEW
The two-time captain’s maturity and hard work ethic rubbed off on his teammates, especially the younger players, and
was one of the major reasons cited by the coaching staff for Washington’s rise to respectability the last few years. When
Steve Sarkisian accepted the head coaching job in 2009, he found an obvious lack of leadership.
It is rare for a staff to turn to a sophomore to provide that leadership, but that is what they did with Kelemete. The lineman
could have refused to take on such a task, for much like the rest of the Huskies, he was undergoing a transition himself.
Having previously seeing limited action in eight games as a defensive tackle during his freshman season, he was being
shifted to the offensive line with the new staff’s arrival in 2009. Two years later, the coaches’ faith in the youngster and
position shift has lined Kelemete up for hearing his name called early during the 2012 NFL Draft.
Kelemete was Washington’s prized recruit from their 2008 class, after he had a standout career at Evergreen High School
in Seattle, Washington, leading the Wolverines to the state playoffs for the first time since 2001, as they compiled a 9-2
record during his senior season in 2007.
The four-year starter first began receiving national attention after his junior campaign, when he earned first-team allleague
as both and offensive and defensive lineman. That year, the team produced an 8-2 record. The next year, he was
honored as the Seamount League's Lineman of the Year on both offense and defense, in addition to receiving All-
American honors from Super Prep, which ranked him the 40th-best offensive lineman in the country.
Kelemete was named to the 3A all-state first team by the Associated Press and to the Seattle Times All-State team, in
addition to being just one of only nine players selected a "Northwest Nugget" by the Tacoma News-Tribune. A member of
the News-Tribune's Western 100 team, he added Prep Star All-West Region accolades in 2007.
Kelemete was rated the 19th-best offensive tackle in the country and the fifth-best prospect in the state, according to
Scout.com. He was the 11th-best player in Washington State by Rivals.com, which also called him the 45th-best offensive
tackle in the nation. Super Prep ranked the lineman as the sixth-best recruit in the state.
The lineman was selected to participate for the West team at the Washington State Football Coaches Association's
annual East West All-Star Game after his senior season. He also lettered as a wrestler and discus thrower for the
Wolverines, winning the Sea-mount League discus title in 2007. He also participated in the state wresting tournament as a
junior.
As a 260-pound true freshman, Kelemete appeared in eight games as a defensive tackle for Washington in 2008, starting
four contests on the left side. He finished with just four solo tackles for his efforts, as the new coaching staff took over the
program and shifted him to offensive guard during 2009 spring drills.
Kelemete started all but the UCLA game at right guard in 2009, earning All-Pac 10 Conference honorable mention. The
Huskies finished 67th in the nation in total offense (375.5 ypg), as their young offensive line yielded 28 sacks (83rd
nationally), but the 281-pound sophomore delivered ten touchdown-resulting blocks for a running unit that reached the
end zone just thirteen times.
In 2010, Kelemete was again on the move. Having bulked up to 290 pounds, the staff had him take over left tackle duties.
Elected team captain, he was one of two UW linemen to start all thirteen games. The recipient of the squad’s Weight
Lifting Award registered twelve touchdown-resulting blocks and 84 knockdowns, as he led a blocking effort that reduced
their sacks allowed total to 24. The running corps that averaged 139.0 yards per game in 2009 improved to an average of
172.15 yards in 2010.
Kelemete received All-Pac 12 Conference second-team honors as the now 300-pound left tackle started all thirteen
contests as a senior. He posted thirteen touchdown-resulting blocks and a career-best 106 knockdowns. Still, the offense
continued its slow improvement, as they finished the 2011 campaign with an average of 409.85 yards in total offense per
game.
CAREER NOTES
Kelemete started 41-of-45 games at Washington – 26 at left offensive tackle, eleven at right offensive guard and four at
left defensive tackle…As an offensive lineman, he was credited with 35 touchdown-resulting blocks and 258 knockdowns.
He added four solo tackles while performing with the defensive squad.
2011 SEASON
Kelemete received All-Pac 12 Conference second-team honors…The UW squad captain was also the recipient of the
Fred Jacoby Sportsmanship Award at the Valero Alamo Bowl and was named the John P. Angel Offensive Lineman of the
Year Award at the team's postseason banquet…Started all thirteen games at left offensive tackle, where he led the
Huskies with a career-high 106 knockdowns while delivering thirteen touchdown-resulting blocks…Led a solid blocking
effort that paved the way for the team to average 33.38 points (25th nationally), 255.54 yards passing (35th in the country)
and 409.85 yards in total offense (38th in the major college ranks) per game…In a three-game midseason string, he led
the charge as the Huskies scored ten times on the ground.
2010 SEASON
Kelemete was named team captain, as the 290-pound blocker shifted from right guard to left tackle for his junior
season…He captured the offensive Weight Lifting Award at the team's postseason banquet…Started all thirteen games,
one of two Husky offensive line-men to do so, as he totaled 84 knockdowns and twelve touchdown-resulting blocks…The
team managed to gain 362.54 yards in total offense per game, with an average of 172.15 yards rushing.
2009 SEASON
Kelemete earned All-Pac 10 Conference honorable mention and was named the John P. Angel Lineman of the Year at
the Huskies' postseason awards banquet after he was switched from the defensive line to right offensive guard during
spring drills…Started all but the UCLA contest, providing ten touchdown-resulting blocks and 64 knockdowns on a front
wall that yielded 28 sacks…Helped the Huskies average 375.5 yards in total offense per game, including 236.0 yards
passing.
2008 SEASON
Played in eight of the Huskies' twelve games as a left defensive tackle…Earned starting assignments vs. Brigham Young,
Oklahoma (one solo tackle), Stanford and Arizona...Finished with four solo tackles, as he also notched one each in the
Oregon, Oregon State and California games.
AGILITY TESTS
5.52 in the 40-yard dash…1.96 10-yard dash…3.15 20-yard dash…4.58 20-yard shuttle…7.77 three-cone drill…25-inch
vertical jump…8’5” broad jump…Bench pressed 225 pounds 21 times…32 ¾-inch arm length…9 5/8-inch hands…78 ¾-
inch wingspan.
HIGH SCHOOL
Kelemete attended Evergreen High School in Seattle, Washington, playing football for head coach Shaun Tarantola…Led
the Wolverines to the state playoffs for the first time since 2001, as they compiled a 9-2 record during his senior season in
2007…The four-year starter earned first-team all-league as both and offensive and defensive lineman as a junior…That
year, the team produced an 8-2 record…The next year, he was honored as the Seamount League's Lineman of the Year
on both offense and defense, in addition to receiving All-American honors from Super Prep, which ranked him the 40th-
best offensive lineman in the country…Named to the 3A all-state first team by the Associated Press and to the Seattle
Times All-State team, in addition to being just one of only nine players selected a "Northwest Nugget" by the Tacoma
News-Tribune…A member of the News-Tribune's Western 100 team, he added Prep Star All-West Region accolades in
2007…Was rated the 19th-best offensive tackle in the country and the fifth-best prospect in the state, according to
Scout.com…Was the 11th-best player in Washington State by Rivals.com, which also called him the 45th-best offensive
tackle in the nation…Super Prep ranked the lineman as the sixth-best recruit in the state…Selected to participate for the
West team at the Washington State Football Coaches Association's annual East West All-Star Game after his senior
season…Also lettered as a wrestler and discus thrower for the Wolverines, winning the Seamount League discus title in
2007…Participated in the state wresting tournament as a junior.
PERSONAL
General Studies major…Born 05/10/1990…Resides in Seattle, Wa

 

[joeshmo]

Wrestling background and played in a pro style offense. Which are also pluses.

Although I liked some skill position players better I like grabbing OL depth in the draft for a change.

 

[Dayman]

I'm really happy that we're getting more athletic on the O-line. We also needed some talent to develop inside so we don't have to keep scooping up 30 yr old FA guards. It's been a great day so far.

 

[az jam]

Nice pick, adds depth to our OL. Can play OT & OG but projected best as OG.

 

[Cardiac]

Wrestling background and played in a pro style offense. Which are also pluses.

Although I liked some skill position players better I like grabbing OL depth in the draft for a change.

This is definitely the area in the draft where the Cards focus on that "winner" type player. Based on the quick scan of his bio that Bach posted I noticed that he was asked to assume a leadership role as a sophmore. That screams leadership etc qualities that the FO loves.

 

[juza76]

i saw a tape of him..looks quicker and more agressive then massie..for sure quicker of levi brown

 

[WildBB]

This is definitely the area in the draft where the Cards focus on that "winner" type player. Based on the quick scan of his bio that Bach posted I noticed that he was asked to assume a leadership role as a sophmore. That screams leadership etc qualities that the FO loves.

We're improved....very much.

 

[Mitch]

Again---the new breed of OL for the Cardinals---strong, but light on his feet, tremendous short area quickness---versatile---it wouldn't surprise me if the Cardinals actually try him inside on defense---this kid is the same size as David Carter.

 

[Cardiac]

We're improved....very much.

I really do think they have found their formula and mojo.

 

[ryanshaug]

I like it! Cards addressing their OL needs depth-wise. Feel much better about this season now

 

[az1965]

Don't know him but after the first three picks this is all gravy

 

[Assface]

Played DT in 2008 before moving to G in 2009 and then LT the last 2 years. Versatility looks to be the defining aspect of his game.

 

[Dr. Jones]

He did less reps on the Bench press than Fleming did at the combine. Lott has to get this kid in the weight room, and Grimm needs to teach him up. I only have faith that one will happen.

 

[CardsFan88]

Looks to be a decent run blocker on the move...probably a guard who can pull? Can dig it.

 

[b8rtm8nn]

He did less reps on the Bench press than Fleming did at the combine. Lott has to get this kid in the weight room, and Grimm needs to teach him up. I only have faith that one will happen.

but he won weight lifting awards at his college, so something was up at the combine with him or he bench presses like a little girl

 

[CardsFan88]

but he won weight lifting awards at his college, so something was up at the combine with him or he bench presses like a little girl

Could it be conditioning? I wish they had two presses at the combine. Max press and most presses at a lower weight like they have now.

Maybe it's one of those things where he is strong, but can't pump out the reps?

 

[Duckjake]

Don't know him but after the first three picks this is all gravy

True. He will become only the third 5th round pick still on our roster. Herman Johnson, Brandon Johnson, and Lance Mitchell are out of the league I believe, Hightower's in DC. Breaston in KC, ASmith in Houston.

The Packers with like 32 of their draft picks playing last season also only had their last two 5th round picks still on the roster. The Steelers had 4 but now one of them plays for us.