With the top defensive prospects covered, we now turn to one of the most important, and often overlooked, position groups: the offensive line.
This year’s class feels deeper than in recent drafts, with legitimate talent at the top and plenty of viable options into the second and third rounds. There are not many truly elite run blockers, and several prospects profile as high-ceiling/low-floor players, but for teams needing help up front, this is still a solid group.
1. Francis Mauigoa, OT, Miami
6’6”, 329lbs, 33 ¼” arms, 10 ⅝” hands
Mauigoa is a monster left tackle with rare footwork for a player his size. He’s a better pass blocker than run blocker, but more than capable in both phases. In the run game, he meets defenders at the point of attack and does a good job keeping his weight moving forward. As a pass protector, he can be an immovable presence.
His biggest concerns are consistency and handling complexity. He can struggle against pass rushers with a deep arsenal of moves, and his conditioning could use improvement. Both are coachable issues at the next level, and even as he is now, Mauigoa is already better than a significant number of current starting tackles in the league.
Projection: Top 5-10
2. Spencer Fano, OT, Utah
6’6”, 311lbs, 32 ⅛” arms, 9” hands
Fano is a swing tackle with exceptional agility and foot speed for the position. His versatility brings immediate value, and his movement speed points to strong upside as a pass protector.
The issue with Fano is that his physical makeup doesn’t fully match his strengths. While he moves as well as anyone at the position, his shorter arms can make it difficult to consistently keep speed rushers at bay. Some teams may view him as a guard long term, but his build does not cleanly translate inside at the NFL level.
For now, he’s a highly talented tweener who will need to find the right positional fit at the next level.
Projection: Top 10-15
3. Olaivavega Ioane, OG, Penn State
6’4”, 320lbs, 32 ¾” arms, 10 ½” hands
Ioane is the top interior offensive lineman in this year’s class, and there’s a clear gap between him and the rest. A guard who likely would have stayed at tackle with longer arms, he is an elite pass protector and did not allow a sack this past season.
He is solid in the run game, but not as dominant as you would expect from a top guard prospect. Ioane is more of a power-based blocker, and his limited foot speed and hip flexibility can show up when he is asked to reach or engage quicker defensive tackles in space. When he gets his hands on a defender, he can control and move them, but he will need to refine his technique to handle more athletic interior rushers at the next level.
Projection: Mid-Late 1st
4. Kadyn Proctor, OT, Alabama
6’7”, 350lbs, 33 ⅜” arms, 9 ¾” hands
If Mauigoa is a monster, it’s hard to find the right word for Proctor, who stands 6-foot-7 and over 350 pounds. He brings rare size paired with legitimate functional strength, overwhelming defenders with exceptional power and anchoring as an immovable presence in pass protection.
That size does come with some limitations. Proctor can struggle with lateral movement and reacting to quicker pass-rush counters, which makes him a better fit in a power scheme than a zone-based system. There are also concerns with holding penalties, an issue that has shown up with recent Alabama tackles at the next level.
Proctor is a true physical specimen, but he will need stronger technique and better discipline to fully translate that talent to the NFL.
Projection: Mid-Late 1st
5. Monroe Freeling, OT, Georgia
6’7”, 315lbs, 34 ¾” arms, 10 ¾” hands
A prototypical left tackle, Freeling has the 35-inch arms, large hands, and lean frame that translate well to protecting the edge in the passing game. His sub-5.0 40-yard dash and top-tier combine results highlight both the strength to anchor and the athleticism to mirror rushers.
The concern comes in the run game. While his frame works well in pass protection, he lacks the mass to consistently move defenders and can struggle to play with proper leverage. If he can add strength without sacrificing mobility, he has the tools to develop into a high-end NFL tackle, but that balance will be a key point of evaluation for scouts and front offices.
Projection: Late 1st - Early 2nd
6. Emmanuel Pregnon, OG, Oregon
6’4”, 314lbs, 33 ⅝” arms, 11” hands
Pregnon is an ideal fit for a run-focused team, with a quick first step off the line, impressive power through contact, and strong hands that consistently latch onto defenders and stay engaged. He’s also a capable pass blocker, but that is not where he brings the most value.
He does have limitations. Pregnon is more of a straight-line blocker than a fluid lateral mover, and quicker defensive tackles can give him trouble. He also lacks the burst to consistently reach the second level at the NFL level.
Pregnon should carve out a role as a solid pro, but his ceiling appears relatively defined, with limited room for growth beyond what he is now.
Projection: Early-to-Mid 2nd
7. Max Iheanachor, OT, Arizona State
6’6”, 321lbs, 33 ⅞” arms, 9” hands
Iheanachor entered college football with minimal experience, having grown up playing basketball and soccer in Nigeria. He has progressed quickly, translating that background into impressive footwork and early success as a pass blocker at Arizona State.
Pass protection is where he currently offers the most value, but his inexperience shows up in the run game. He lacks consistent bend and technique, which limits his ability to generate leverage against defenders. He is also still learning the game from a recognition and awareness standpoint.
Overall, Iheanachor is a classic high-ceiling, low-floor prospect, one that will appeal to teams confident in their ability to unlock his raw tools.
Projection: Mid 2nd
8. Caleb Lomu, OT, Utah
6’6”, 313lbs, 33 ⅜” arms, 9 ½” hands
Lomu is a speed-based offensive tackle who projects as a Day 1 starter on the strength of his pass protection. His quick feet, precise hand usage, and instincts in pass protection make him an ideal fit at left tackle for pass-heavy offenses.
His run blocking remains a work in progress and is likely what keeps him out of the first round. He struggles to generate push and will need to add functional strength, as well as learn to engage his lower half more effectively rather than absorbing contact at the line.
Lomu has significant upside, but his long-term success will depend on whether he can round out his game and develop as a run blocker.
Projection: Late 2nd
9. Blake Miller, OT, Clemson
6’7”, 317lbs, 34 ¼” arms, 9 ¾” hands
Miller entered the season with expectations of ranking higher on this list, but that was true for much of Clemson’s roster. He is a pass-first left tackle who sets early and looks to dictate where defenders engage, forcing them into his timing and positioning.
While that approach has been effective at the college level, he will need to adjust at the next level. NFL edge rushers are more capable of disrupting his set point and forcing him to react rather than control the rep. His run blocking is still developing and will need refinement early in his career.
Projection: Late 2nd
10. Jake Slaughter, C, Florida
6’5”, 303lbs, 32 ⅜” arms, 10” hands
The top center in this class, he is likely to fall into the late second or early third round due to positional value. He has the size and movement ability to operate at a high level on the interior, and his experience making protection calls at Florida speaks to his ability to manage the line and set the offense up for success.
He can struggle at times with quicker defensive tackles, a common theme among this year’s interior linemen, but that is an area he should be able to improve with coaching, particularly in his hand placement and leverage.
Projection: Late 2nd - Early 3rd
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