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James Stone - Yahoo! SportsOn the field, the 6-foot-4, 295-pounder has developed into a coveted left tackle, a natural position for him considering the fact he’s left-handed. Pass blocking, Thompson said, is Stone’s specialty.
He gave up a sack in the second game of his sophomore season. He hasn't given up one since, having just completed his senior season.
“College recruiters talk about how well he bends,†Thompson said of the Under Armour All-American. “He has amazing feet for a player of his size, and the fact he’s played basketball has helped him as well. He’s got big, long arms -- an 82-inch wingspan -- and he’s got great punch at the point of attack.â€Â