2025 NFL Scouting Report: Will Campbell

Prospect Summary:

Starting as a freshman in the SEC will be a baptism by fire for any player, and Campbell went through that gauntlet in 2022. He improved week-by-week and was even better in 2023 when he protected the blind side well for Heisman Trophy winner Jaylen Daniels. Campbell was rock solid in both phases and was a vital player in the Tigers ‘ point-machine offense. That trend continued in 2024 as he protected a pocket-passing quarterback in Garrett Nussmeier. Campbell was not overwhelmingly dominant, but he played well for the Tigers.

As a pass protector, Campbell is reliable to get the job done and give his quarterback the necessary time to get the ball out. He is quick out of his stance and stays light on his feet with the quickness to get depth in his drop to negate speed rushers running around him. Campbell plays with good leverage and is a natural knee bender with smooth feet to glide in the pocket. He shows impressive vision, instincts, and feel that allow him to react quickly to snuff-out games and stunts by the defensive line. He has the size and bulk to stand up bull rushes, and it is not easy for defenders to drive him backward. In his final season, Campbell showed big improvement in his hand usage and enters the NFL with that as a strength. Campbell is a well-balanced pass protector with good technique who should be an asset in protecting his trigger man in the NFL.

In the ground game, Campbell can get after defenders and contribute at the point of attack. He has a large frame and will smash defenders off the snap. Some team sources felt Campbell needed to get stronger, and others thought he had adequate power. So adding strength is a consideration, especially depending on the blocking scheme he is drafted into. Campbell’s quickness and smooth feet make him a good blocker in space. He is quick to the second level and effective as a puller.

Like any college player, Campbell has some areas to improve for the NFL. He could get better about keeping his weight back and not getting his weight over his toes. That leads to him getting off balance. Campbell will start out his career at tackle, but some team scouts feel that he could be best playing guard.

There is no doubt that Campbell is a well-developed player who has been coached well over the past two seasons. He could start quickly in the NFL and be a steady blocker over a long career. From a talent perspective, Campbell looks worthy of being a mid- to late-first-round pick. However, the 2025 NFL Draft is not strong for offensive line talent, so that could push Campbell up higher for teams that are looking to fill a need with a safe pick for a quality offensive lineman.