Carson York

A veteran of 36 starts entering his senior season, York is one of the reasons why the Ducks have been so successful offensively over the past several seasons. Having seen action at both left and right guard, York has earned significant praise from the media for his play, including All-American honors from some publications.

york is well-suited to coach chip kelly's offense. possessing a lanky build normally associated with offensive tackles rather than interior offensive linemen, york shows good quickness off the snap, as well as the speed and balance to handle blocking at the second level -- a skill-set required when the guards are asked to pull as often as oregon does.

To improve his stock with scouts, York will need to play with better pad level and leg drive in short yardage situations. He's balanced and alert in pass protection, however, and is a very effective combo blocker in the running game. York isn't likely to generate the same level of interest from NFL teams as some of his more highly touted teammates but could earn a similar grade as his former linemate Mark Asper, whom the Buffalo Bills selected in the sixth round of the 2012 draft.

One of the Northwest?s top prospects garnered SuperPrep All-America honors in addition to four-star recognition by Rivals.com and Scout.com recruiting services ? Considered the state?s top recruit and one of the best offensive line hopefuls in the country, receiving votes on the Long Beach Press-Telegram?s Best in the West listing ? Also ranked third among SuperPrep?s Northwest Hot 100 elite ? The 5A all-Idaho second-team lineman played a key role in the Timberwolves? unblemished 12-0 ledger and 5A state championship ? Also a two-time regional shot put champion who placed second in the state meet as a junior and third his senior year with a school-record 53-5.

Born Carson David York in Salt Lake City, Utah. Parents: David and Laura York. Family: One sister. High School (Coach): Lake City (Van Troxel), 2007. Major: Journalism and Communications. Redshirt: 2008.