The interior offensive line group may boast depth, yet it’s the scarcity of top-tier talent that sets them apart. Conversely, the offensive tackle cohort is brimming with such talent, making it likely that we’ll witness a record number of them drafted in the first round this year. It’s a class heavily weighted towards its upper echelon.
By the time the third round kicks off, the cream of the crop might have already been plucked. Securing a tackle with immediate starting potential demands a pick within the top 64 selections. The urgency for acquiring a tackle stems from various factors, notably the precariousness of player health, particularly at the crucial LT position. Placing all our hopes on one player like Carter Warren is a risky gamble I’m not inclined to take.
Moreover, our roster for next year is scantily populated with starters under contract. Relying on the slim chance of securing a player akin to Tyron Smith through fortune alone is an unwise strategy. What we require is an affordable yet skilled option capable of anchoring our offensive line as the franchise LT for the next decade or more.
The upcoming 2025 class is unlikely to match the talent pool of this year’s, so seizing the opportunity while it lasts is imperative. Let’s strike while the iron is hot and fortify our team with the best available talent.
[1] Joe Alt, Notre Dame – (Projected Round – Top 10)
Top Strength: Incredibly well rounded at very high levels
Top Weakness: Can be caught lunging sometimes
[2] JC Latham, Alabama – (Projected Round – Top 20)
Top Strength: Best grip strength in the class
Top Weakness: Isn’t the most athletic in space
[3] Troy Fautanu, Washington – (Projected Round – Top 20)
Top Strength: Top tier athleticism and flexibility
Top Weakness: On the smaller side and sometimes compensates with over aggressiveness
[4] Taliese Fuaga, Oregon State – (Projected Round – Top 20)
Top Strength: Incredible power to plow through defenders
Top Weakness: Relies on his punch too much instead of controlling defenders
[5] Olumuyiwa Fashanu, Penn St – (Projected Round – Top 20)
Top Strength: Top tier footwork in pass protection
Top Weakness: Doesn’t get a lot of movement in run blocking
[6] Amarius Mims, Georgia – (Projected Round – 1st Round)
Top Strength: An incredible balance of strength/size/mobility
Top Weakness: Not a lot of experience due to injuries
[7] Tyler Guyton, Oklahoma – (Projected Round – Late 1st Early 2nd round)
Top Strength: The most athletically gifted tackle in the class
Top Weakness: Not the most technically sound prospect
[8] Blake Fisher, Notre Dame – (Projected Round – 2nd round)
Top Strength: Technically refined and well rounded
Top Weakness: Might have trouble with outside speed due lack of explosiveness out of stance
[9] Roger Rosengarten, Washington – (Projected Round – 2nd round)
Top Strength: Great length and athleticism combo
Top Weakness: Needs to improve his play strength
[10] Kingsley Suamataia, BYU – (Projected Round – 2nd round)
Top Strength: Has plus power at the point of attack
Top Weakness: Can be knocked off balance due to questionable hand placement
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