Pros: Makes few mistakes, plays a great mental game. For a 280 lb-er, blocks well in both the passing and running game. A possible NFL long snapper or guard, if he can put on more weight. Brinkhaus is a team leader with the ability to pull the line together. Excellent OL signal caller; understands the game with the best of them.
Cons: Needs to bulk up in order to move NFL defensive linemen. Did not play his best in the biggest games (2 bowl games, in particular). Sr. season was injury riddled, and not successful as a team. All this will pull the fiery Brinkhaus down to a late 2nd day draft.
Overall: Late 2nd day draft pick (6th or 7th round), possibly a free agent signee.
