2025 NFL Draft prospect rankings: Evaluating the OL class

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Campbell put together an outstanding college career at left tackle. He has the foot speed and movement skills to match edge rushers in pass protection, as well as the ability to get out in space and work to the second level as a run-blocker. The LSU product also offers an element of power. He's got heavy hands, a good anchor to neutralize the bull rush, and the strength to drive defenders off the ball in the run game. Position fit is the big question here, as a lack of length could have him destined for a move to guard. Campbell also tends to overset against edge speed and leave himself open to inside moves, but he was a force against SEC competition anyway. It's probably worth seeing if he can clean up his few blemishes and stick at tackle. If not, he could still offer Pro Bowl upside on the interior.

Membou turned heads at the combine with an outstanding performance that included a 4.91-second 40-yard dash ... at 332 pounds. Long speed doesn't matter much for offensive linemen, but the impressive time, along with his jump scores, confirmed the explosive athleticism that's all over his college tape. The Missouri standout demonstrates unique movement skills with his ability to mirror pass-rushers on an island and establish positioning on difficult blocks in the run game. As you might expect for someone his size, he also has plenty of raw power. He'll need to improve his hand placement and leg drive to achieve more consistent control as a run-blocker. The same goes for his ability to anchor against bull rushes. But all the physical traits are there. A year or two in an NFL program could turn Membou into a premier offensive tackle.

Simmons is the easiest projection as a true left tackle in this class. The Ohio State product is an excellent pass-protector on the blind side, winning with movement skills, technique, and a consistently strong pad level. His patience, balance, and hand usage allow him to maintain position and sustain his blocks through the rep. Simmons doesn't offer the same upside in the run game, as he needs to add more of a power component for success as a drive-blocker. But his athleticism can still be a major factor in that area, provided he's in a system that gets him on the move. Health is the main question mark, as Simmons is still working his way back from a torn patellar tendon suffered in October. His advanced pass-blocking skills would give him a case as the top offensive lineman in this class if not for the major knee injury. If his new team is willing to be patient, they may end up with a major steal.

Banks is a smooth athlete. The Texas product demonstrates impressive movement skills in the run game, either climbing to the second level on combo blocks or getting out in space. Banks wins in pass protection with patience, good hand usage, and the lateral agility to mirror rushers on the edge. Better sustaining blocks will be emphasized as he transitions to the NFL level. Additionally, his length is only average, so he may be seen as a guard. But that never stopped him from holding up on the blind side against top competition in college. Banks would thrive in a zone scheme that takes advantage of his athletic ability.

Booker is the top guard in this year's draft. In an offensive line class filled with athletes, the Alabama standout offers a breath of fresh air with some old-school power. He's got overwhelming size, strength, and length to create easy movement off the ball. Booker can drop the anchor in pass protection and neutralize a bull rush with ease, and he processes the game at a high level to pass off and pick up assignments against stunts. He's also more fluid than his combine numbers may suggest, efficiently pulling around the edge or working up to the second level. While finesse rushers can exploit Booker's lateral movement, that's assuming he doesn't get his heavy hands on them first. The rep is over when that happens. Booker should be an impact starter in a power running scheme from Day 1.

Conerly has the potential to be a long-term starting tackle in the NFL. Athleticism is the main selling point here. He's got the foot speed and movement skills to match up with the quickness off the edge. He also demonstrates effective hand usage throughout the play. Keeping Abdul Carter under wraps in the Big Ten title game perfectly summed up what Conerly's capable of in pass protection. He may need to get stronger to reach his ceiling since he's inconsistent in sustaining run blocks, and power rushers can expose his anchor in pass protection. However, that's true of many young linemen. Conerly's athleticism and technique provide a great foundation, and his ability to process the game suggests he'll make a successful transition to the NFL.

Ersery is probably this class' most underrated tackle. He certainly plays with the strength you'd expect of a player his size, easily moving defenders off the ball. But that's only one part of his game. He's also one of the smoothest 330-pounders you're going to find. An incredible combine performance, highlighted by a 5.01-second 40 time, put Ersery among the top five most athletic offensive tackles in this draft, according to Relative Athletic Score. That shows up on tape with his ability to get on the move as a run defender, making difficult blocks look easy. He'll need to play with a more consistent pad level to win the leverage battle against NFL defenders, and speed rushers might give him some trouble on an island. Still, there's a lot to like here. Ersery could be a long-term starter at left or right tackle in any scheme.

Zabel is making a big jump from FCS football to the NFL. The difference in competition will have to be factored into his evaluation, but everything he showed at North Dakota State suggests he's ready for the professional game. He's an impressive athlete whose movement skills are evident in pass protection and efficient climbs to the second level in the run game. Zabel will need to clean up his hand usage, but his strength and tenacious play style offer plenty to work with out of the gate. Position fit is up in the air, as he probably doesn't have the length to stick at left tackle. However, Zabel has demonstrated his versatility by moving all over the line in college, and he fared well as a center at the Senior Bowl. He'll offer plenty of upside on the interior for a zone-heavy offense.

Mbow is one of the most enjoyable players to watch in this entire draft class. The Purdue product probably doesn't have the size or length to stick at tackle, so he could be destined for a move to guard or even center. Mbow is a truly unique athlete who moves pretty much unlike anyone else at the position. He also processes the game at a high level and refuses to be outworked. Watch him drive a Notre Dame defender 10 yards downfield and into the ground while trailing 66-7 with three minutes to go in the season's second game. The effort is unmatched. And while he'll probably need to add strength no matter his eventual position, Mbow's advanced hand usage is a great starting point. He's a player everyone should want on their team. Figure the rest out later.

Jackson was a key contributor to Ohio State's national title team this past campaign. He's a well-rounded player in the run game, showing the ability to create movement off the ball as a drive-blocker or efficiently work up to the second level. His play strength also shows up in the pass game, where he holds his ground well against power. Jackson may not have the lateral quickness to match top-tier finesse rushers, and he could improve his hand usage to more consistently capitalize on his length. But he's got the skill set to be a Day 1 starter at guard. The versatility he showed by kicking out to left tackle after Josh Simmons' injury and holding his own for the stretch run will only give him more value looking ahead to the NFL.

Dan Wilkins is theScore's senior NFL writer.