Scouting Journals for Joel Starlings

Powerful force along the interior who is stout against the run and plays with a high motor. Raw power who ragdolls his opponents consistently. Threw 43-foot-6 in the shot put as a sophomore. Solid change of direction but not overly twitchy. Lacks ideal get off coming off the line of scrimmage. Struggles to shoot his hands consistently and tends to lean into his opponents but easily fixable with collegiate coaching. NFL upside is there, especially in the run game. Needs to get quicker feet and develop his hand usage to become a more complete package. One of the older prospects in the 2023 recruiting cycle.