Tim Prangley | Trojans Wire
Name: Emmanuel Pregnon
Position: Interior Offensive Lineman
Recruiting Rank: Unranked
High School: Jefferson (CO)
College: Started at Wyoming before transferring to USC and transferring again to Oregon
Captain: N/A
Measurables
Height: 6’6
Weight: 297
40 Yard: Unknown
10 Yard: Unknown
Arm Length: Unknown
Hand Size: Unknown
Vertical: Unknown
3 Cone: Unknown
Broad Jump: Unknown
Bench: Unknown
Position Specific
Positives in Pass Game:
-
Thick frame and wide base make him difficult to bull rush
-
Matches power with power, rarely loses ground to speed-to-power or two-hand bull rushes
-
Strong anchor, especially evident vs. Washington (2023)
-
Powerful upper body: firm punches, re-sets hands, and re-routes defenders
-
Strong grip strength prevents defenders from disengaging easily
Negatives in Pass Game:
-
Penalized frequently
-
High-hipped with stiffness, limiting flexibility and redirection ability
-
Foot speed fades late in reps, struggles with stunts and counters
-
Vulnerable to twitchy defenders
-
Overextends chest over knees, leading to balance issues
-
Struggles vs. finesse moves and quick hands
Positives in Run Game:
-
Core strength to torque defenders and open lanes
-
Generates displacement on down blocks and gap runs
-
Power can overwhelm second-level defenders when he connects
-
Natural force on short-yardage and gap concepts
Negatives in Run Game:
-
Heavy forward lean causes him to slip off blocks or whiff on swims
-
Inconsistent sustain, often loses defenders late in reps
-
Struggles to stay attached on second-level blocks due to movement limitations
-
Lacks fluidity and mirror ability in space, making him less effective in zone
The Wrap-up
Summary: Pregnon has extensive starting experience at both right and left guard, bringing a thick frame, wide base, and strong anchor. His game is built on raw power—he absorbs bull rushes, halts momentum with violent punches, and can displace defenders in the run game with torque and grip strength. However, his limited hip mobility, fading foot speed, and balance issues cap his ceiling. Pregnon struggles against quicker, twitchy defenders, as seen against high-level competition in 2023 and 2024. While he can maul at times, he lacks consistency at the second level and often slips off blocks when leaning too far forward.
Injury Concerns: No major long-term or recurring injury history reported beyond two missed games in 2022 and a game he left with an injury in 2022.
Character/Off-Field Concerns: N/A
Projected Role: Developmental depth guard
Strong Points:
-
Wide base and sturdy anchor
-
Excellent grip and punch power
-
Strong displacement ability on down/gap blocks
-
Experience at both guard spots
-
Plays with toughness and physicality
Weak Points:
-
Lacks agility and mirror ability
-
Struggles with balance and sustaining blocks
-
High penalty rate
-
Stiff hips and fading foot speed
-
Susceptible to quick interior pass rushers
Exposures:
- Washington (2023)
- Wisconsin (2024)
- Notre Dame (2024)
About the Author
Dalton Tinklenberg is the Founder and Media Director of The Scouting Depot, where he leads comprehensive coverage of college and professional football. He is an active member of some of the most respected organizations in sports journalism, including the Football Writers Association of America (FWAA), Pro Football Writers of America (PFWA), Maxwell Football Club, Online News Association (ONA), National Football Foundation (NFF), and the Associated Press Sports Editors (APSE).
Before launching The Scouting Depot, Dalton worked with Blue HQ Media, where he covered major sporting events such as the Indianapolis 500, the College Football Playoff, and the Pro Football Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.
Through his professional affiliations and on-the-ground experience, Dalton combines deep knowledge of the game with recognized standards of storytelling, editorial excellence, and authenticity in sports coverage.
