
Eastern Illinois' Rock-Solid Right Tackle Anchor (2006-07)
Anthony Rubican, a three-year starter at right tackle for the Eastern Illinois Panthers, earned Sports Network Honorable Mention All-American honors in 2006 for his dominant pass protection and run-blocking prowess, making him a nightmare matchup for defenders like All-OVC linebackers. Teammates rave about the toughness required to block elite rushers on his watch, highlighting his reliability, strength, and high-motor intensity—no injury setbacks noted in his prime seasons. Ideal NFL draft fit for teams needing a battle-tested, dependable OT with FCS pedigree who held up in high-stakes games.