It is often said that athletes occasionally "hit a wall" during a competition. For pass rushers in the SEC, however, it's much more likely that they run into the wall named Daniel Robicheaux. A standout left guard at Ole Miss, very few defensive linemen have gotten to the quarterback past him. His raw strength and pass blocking prowess are an excellent complement to the Rebels' high-flying offense, and his run-blocking skills are solid as well. Standing at 6'5" and weighing just over 310 pounds, his physique may not look special, but it's his abilities on the field that make him truly stand out. In just his sophomore year at Ole Miss, he proved to be instrumental in the Rebels' shootout Sugar Bowl victory against Ohio State, preventing several sacks and big hits, as well as making a crucial inside block that led to a 58 yard rushing touchdown. He only improved is his junior and senior seasons, racking up a multitude of solid blocks for both the passer and the running backs. Robicheaux, along with the rest of the Rebels' o-line (nicknamed the Mississippi House of Pancakes by locals), led to Ole Miss developing a destructive passing presence and near-unstoppable running game. Daniel entered the NSFL draft over the NFL's to the surprise of many, stating "I don't want to get overshadowed by the real big-name superstars." Despite this, he is sure to make a name for himself regardless of where he's sent. To whichever NSFL squad that drafts him, though, just make sure he doesn't injure any defenders at practice.
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