A left tackle in college, Roman could project to guard. We weren't crazy about the pick with guys like DT's Shannon Brown, HB Winslow Oliver, and WR's Stepfret Williams and Terrell Owens still available. After the latest college season, many considered Roman one of the very best offensive linemen available. However, he played very poorly in the all-star games and went from a sure first rounder to a third rounder. Roman has decent, but not great, size.
Roman is fast and quick.
He has the long pro arms that pro teams covet and has extremely quick feet for pass protection. He has no trouble in pulling and leading on sweeps. Roman has all the tools to become a superior pass blocker and the explosiveness to become a good run blocker. Moreover, Roman has questionable instincts for the game and needs to work far harder than he has in order to succeed. Oben will not be a factor on the Giants' roster this season.