2026 NFL Draft Prospects: Offensive Tackle

7/2/24: Campbell earned the starting left tackle job in training camp as a true freshman and started 13 games at left tackle. He has held onto the spot as a sophomore, protecting the blind side of Jayden Daniels. Campbell is big and will enter the NFL with a lot of valuable experience, having been a three-year starter in the SEC, assuming he stays healthy.

7/2/24: Jones earned a starting job during his freshman season and has turned in a pair of impressive years to start his collegiate career. In 2023 Jones formed an excellent tackle tandem with Will Campbell to help their quarterback Jayden Daniels produce a massive season that earned Daniels the Heisman Trophy. Jones has a strong build with impressive athleticism for a thick-bodied tackle, and his basketball background is evident in his footwork. At many schools, Jones would be a starting left tackle. Jones looks like a pro starter and should enter the NFL with excellent experience, assuming Jones stays healthy.

7/2/24: Banks started at left tackle for the Longhorns in 2023 and had a strong season. He played well against the Crimson Tide and their future pro competitors. Given his body type, Banks might fit best as a guard in the NFL. Banks made an impressive freshman debut, starting at left tackle for the Longhorns. He was a reliable run blocker and showed the potential to be a pass protector. With a quality skill set, Banks has upside and could be a riser for his draft class. He is a candidate to move inside to guard as well.

7/2/24: Greene started at left tackle for Georgia in 2023 and played well. With his build, he fits with some other Bulldogs left tackles who have not been typical edge protectors. While Greene lacks some height and length, he makes up for it with smooth athleticism and strength. Greene was reliable in protecting Carson Beck and a solid run blocker. Greene could be even better in 204 now that he has a year of starting experience.

7/2/24: Over the past two seasons, Ersery has been the starting left tackle for the Gophers and has been a steady blocker. Ersery’s run blocking is ahead of his pass protection. For the NFL, he could get consideration to move inside to guard.