It’s BPA late in the draft, except for QB. If 2 guys are even on your board you take for need. We will see how the season plays out with the draft picks, we definitely need at least one of the WR’s to be impactful. We have a boatload of picks in 2026 early in the draft. Maybe they were looking ahead and decided that getting that getting that extra 3rd would give us a better shot at OL.
Well, that's one ranking. Pro Football & Sports Network ranked our offensive line 32nd today, after off-season trades and draft. NFL Offensive Line Rankings 2025: Insights Into All 32 OLs April 25, 2025 | 8:21 PM EDT https://www.profootballnetwork.com/best-offensive-lines-nfl-rankings/ *** Also, I never said anything about firing Caserio. Not sure why you directed that comment at me.
I wouldn't draft guards without these critical attributes, historically these have been key attributes for success late round drafted interior linemen. 1. Functional strength manifests beyond weightlifting numbers. It appears when defenders get uprooted despite proper leverage or when initial contact causes immediate backward movement. 2. Heavy, violent hands can't be taught at the next level. You either strike with authority or you don't. Watch for the initial shock delivered upon contact - does the defender's helmet snap back? 3. Position versatility increases draft value exponentially. A player with 20+ starts at multiple positions demonstrates football intelligence that translates immediately to NFL meeting rooms. 4. Technical refinement in specific areas matters more than athletic ceiling for interior players. Perfect hand placement compensates for average arm length. Precise footwork nullifies elite defensive quickness. 5. Athletic body control through contact separates developmental prospects from practice squad fillers. The ability to recover after initial movement and reset the anchor is non-negotiable at the next level. 6. Multi-sport backgrounds, particularly wrestling, indicate natural leverage understanding that translates directly to trench warfare. Look for state tournament qualifiers, not just participation. These guys all stick out to me - Caleb Rogers (Texas Tech) I wouldn't hesitate spending a fifth-round selection here. His 55 starts across four positions demonstrates rare versatility that offensive line coaches covet. His hands arrive with violence and remain latched through the whistle. The 406-pound power clean translates directly to his initial punch, creating immediate separation from defenders. Initial quickness appears most impressive on pulls, where he displays excellent body control turning upfield. His technical maturity reflects four-plus years as a starter. Joe Huber (Wisconsin) Had average athletic testing but his transformation (adding 100+ pounds since high school) demonstrates exceptional work ethic rarely seen at this position. His core strength manifests through consistent balance against power rushers. Contact rarely knocks him off-center, even against NFL-caliber defensive tackles. The wrestling background shows in his hand-fighting technique. He neutralizes initial defender movements with precise counterstrikes, controlling the engagement point. Luke Kandra (Cincinnati) Thick frame, which creates unusual anchor strength for a day-three prospect. His base stays square against bull rushers, rarely giving ground. His grip strength appears exceptional on tape - once latched, defenders struggle to disengage. This translates directly to sustained blocks in zone schemes. The penalty discipline (one flag in two seasons) indicates advanced mental processing. His basketball background manifests in surprising lateral movement skills. Dylan Fairchild (Georgia) Great functional strength despite limited starting experience. The 440-pound bench and 570-pound squat aren't weight room stats - they appear consistently on tape. His wrestling championship pedigree translates directly to leverage understanding. He maintains lower pad level than opponents through entire engagements. The naturally aggressive demeanor can't be taught. He finishes blocks through the whistle and seeks additional work downfield, wearing down defenders over four quarters. Marcus Mbow (Purdue) I'm okay with the smaller program. His basketball footwork immediately stands out in pass protection, where he mirrors rushers with unusual fluidity. His lateral quickness allows recovery when initially beaten, a critical trait for zone scheme fits. His hands arrive with technical precision rather than raw power. The consistent four-quarter play indicates conditioning that exceeds most day-three prospects. He maintains technique integrity even in high-snap-count games. Connor Colby (Iowa) Iowa offensive line development pedigree. Their technical coaching accelerates NFL transition, particularly in zone blocking schemes. His pull timing appears exceptional for an interior prospect. He consistently arrives at the correct angle with proper pad level, creating immediate movement. The 50 career starts against Big Ten competition provides immediate depth with significant upside. Technical refinement exceeds what's typically available on day three.
Other things I would look for in the late round interior linemen are - Versatility - Guards who can play multiple positions (center, tackle in emergencies) have increased value and staying power. Technical proficiency - Since late-round guards may not have elite physical traits, technical soundness becomes more important. Decent arm length (32"+) Respectable vertical jumps showing explosiveness (consistently in the high 20s to low 30s) Good weight to height (300+ lbs at 6'3"-6'6")
It is easier for a tackle to play guard, than a natural guard to play tackle. It is possible for the rookie to play guard, atleast initially.
The lists circulated for draft game are rarely close to the evaluation by the teams after the second round. Just saying Nick is not working off the same lists as PFN.
A limited player named Desmond Watson would be fun until defenses figured out how to stop attack him. at 465 lbs, he plays DT, but has played FB. It would be interesting if he lined up and ran behind Trent Brown on short yardage situations. That would be 845 lbs you're trying to stop.
I'm a little surprised Marcus Mbow is still available. He was projected to go in the 2nd or 3rd round.
