Zalance Heard

1/03/23

Zalance Heard a top performer at Under Armour All-America week

Charles Power•

Zalance Heard looked like the top offensive lineman all week – both in practice and in Tuesday’s game. The 6-foot-5.5, 315-pounder pairs elite length and high-end upper body strength to manifest in a brick wall on the edge. It took Heard a few reps to adjust during 1-on-1’s but he quickly got his feet and turned in impressive play the rest of the week. In Tuesday’s game, Heard used his strength to create a push. There were several plays where he completely bullied opposing defensive linemen. Make no mistake, the offensive line group at Under Armour was not strong, but Heard looked the part of one of the top prospects at the position nationally.

7/18/22

Zalance Heard earns 5th star from On3

Charles Power•

Zalance Heard (No. 13) moves up a few spots to his fifth star after an in-person evaluation at LSU’s elite camp in June. The Monroe (La.) Neville trenchman is a lean 6-foot-6, 308 pounds with 36.5-inch arms. Heard was a dominant run blocker in his first season as an offensive lineman in 2021 and has shown considerable long-term upside both on video and in person.

6/17/22

Zalance Heard flashes upside at LSU elite camp

Charles Power•

Offensive tackle Zalance Heard was On3’s top-ranked 2023 prospect to work out for the LSU staff. The 6-foot-5.5 305-pounder made his way down to Baton Rouge from Monroe and worked out for offensive line coach Brad Davis on Friday. Heard’s unique dimensions were on display from the jump. He has elite length, with arms that measure over 36 inches is a lean 300-plus pounds. Heard’s upside was evident throughout the session. He’s a nimble mover in addition to the dimensions and plays with some strength and attitude. It’s easy to forget that Heard is entering his second year playing offensive line. We saw him line up at left tackle – where he’s projected to play this season after working as a right tackle as a junior. There are still some areas for improvement. Heard will need to hone his pass set technique and continue adding mass and strength to his base. But the high-end talent was easy to see in this setting.

6/17/22

Zalance Heard impresses at LSU elite camp

Sam Spiegelman•National Recruiting Analyst

Heard explodes through his blocks and for a 6-foot-6, 308-pounder, he’s light on his feet and is a Saturday-ready player. On3’s No. 16 overall player has seamlessly made the transition to left tackle and dominated in 1-on-1s against inside pass moves and also establishing the perimeter. He has an NFL wingspan and 36.5-inch arms, football smarts and the rock-solid foundation to keep the pocket well and clear paths in the process.

5/19/22

Zalance Heard senior spring game

Sam Spiegelman•National Recruiting Analyst

Heard made the transition from defensive line to offensive line, and this spring made the seamless transition to left tackle. At 6-foot-8 and 300-plus-pounds, Heard already has the looks of a collegiate tackle. He also plays like one — with nimble feet and excellent power, and after an in-person evaluation, he is just scratching the surface. Heard was able to absorb pass-rushers and bounce them off consistently and has excelled under fantastic coaching at Neville. He put together some highlight-reel blocks and has the frame, strength, agility and understanding of the game -- on top of a willingness to be coached -- to be one of the best at this premium position.