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Joseph Barksdale # prospect in 2011 NFL Draft.

Joseph Barksdale NFL Draft Bio

Joseph Brennen Barksdale (born January 1, 1988) is an American football offensive tackle for the St. Louis Rams of the National Football League (NFL). Barksdale was regarded as one of the better offensive tackle prospects of his class.

Barksdale attended Cass Technical High School in Detroit, Michigan, where he was a two-way lineman for coach Thomas Wilcher. He recorded 73 tackles (17 for losses), 14 hurries, seven quarterback sacks, one interception and three forced fumbles as a senior, and received High School All-American honors by Parade and USA Today. He also participated in the U.S. Army All-American Bowl as a member of the East team.

Considered a four-star recruit by Rivals.com, Barksdale was listed as the No. 6 defensive tackle prospect in the nation. He chose LSU over Michigan State, Notre Dame and Ohio State, becoming the first state of Michigan signee in LSU history.

Barksdale graduated early from high school and enrolled at LSU in January 2007. Although recruited as a defensive tackle, he was switched to the offensive side of the ball during fall camp. As a true freshman in 2007 he played 14 games as a backup to Carnell Stewart at right tackle.

Following Stewart's graduation, Barksdale took over as right tackle and started all 13 games for the Tigers. He helped anchor an offensive line that paved the way for an LSU rushing attack that ranked No. 4 in the SEC with 166.7 yards per game. Barksdale and left tackle Ciron Black were regarded as "the best duo of tackles in SEC."

Draft Year: 2011 NFL Football Draft Prospect Stats for Joseph Barksdale

Pre-Rank	Prospect Name	Position Played	Height	Weight
	Joseph Barksdale	Offensive Tackle	6 ft 5 in	320 lbs
Round	Selected	Team	School	Hometown
3	92	Oakland Raiders	LSU	Detroit, Michigan, USA

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