Hjalte Froholdt, OG, Arkansas #51
6046, 306, 5.38
Notes: Name is pronounced Yell-duh Fro-holt. From Svendborg, Denmark. Started playing football as a foreign exchange student in Ohio as a sophomore. Went to IMG Academy in Bradenton, FL, where he was coached by former Florida State and NFL quarterback Chris Weinke, helping them finish 10-1 in just their second season of varsity football. Saw action in 10 games at defensive tackle, making 3 tackles, as a freshman with the Razorbacks in 2015. Transitioned to the offensive line during 2016 spring workouts. Started all 13 games at left guard in 2016. Started at left guard in all 12 games in 2017; did not allow a sack in 389 snaps in pass protection.
Positives: Big, strong, physical and aggressive. Overpowering at times. Has shown steady improvement.
Negatives: Needs technique development. Is not a great athlete.
Summary: Tough and physical with some upside.
