The 2026 NFL Draft offensive tackle class is flat-out loaded.
There are six legitimate first-round grades here, more than any other position in the draft. It is not just top-heavy either.
There is real depth on Day 2 and into Day 3, with players like Arizona State’s Max Iheanachor and Texas A&M’s Dametrious Crownover offering strong value well beyond Round 1.
The final 2026 NFL Draft OT rankings reveal a stunning shake-up behind Francis Mauigoa
1. Francis Mauigoa, Miami
The top offensive tackle on my board is Miami’s Francis Mauigoa, who won the ACC’s Jacobs Blocking Trophy, awarded to the conference’s top offensive lineman. What stands out about Mauigoa is his physical style of play, as he consistently overpowers defenders at the point of attack. This is combined with very good athletic ability, as he was named No. 16 on Bruce Feldman’s Freaks List going into the season. He projects as a long-term starter at right tackle but also has the ability to move inside to guard if needed.
"He’s (Francis Mauigoa) striving for perfection, for absolute excellence. He just goes. He’s got his foot on the gas. He is unbelievably fun to coach because every single day, he brings it, and he brings it with a great attitude."Miami head coach Mario Cristobal
2. Caleb Lomu, Utah
A player I am much higher on than most is Utah’s Caleb Lomu, who is the most natural left tackle in this class. This past season, Lomu was named First Team All-Big 12 after not giving up a sack and allowing only eight pressures. What stands out about him is his quick feet, which allow him to handle dynamic pass rushers and get to the second level with ease as a run blocker. The main area he needs to improve, and what could push him to the end of the first round or even into the early second, is his playing strength.
3. Spencer Fano, Utah
At number three is Caleb Lomu’s teammate Spencer Fano, who won the Outland Trophy this year. As a prospect, he is an impressive athlete and showed that at the NFL Combine by running a 4.91, the fastest 40-yard dash among offensive tackles. To reach his full potential and prove he is worth a top ten pick, he needs to improve his pad level and play with better balance, as he can get knocked off his center of gravity at times.
4. Blake Miller, Clemson
A player with a ton of starting experience is Clemson’s Blake Miller, who broke the school record for career snaps from scrimmage and set the record for consecutive starts by a non-specialist with 54. In addition to being extremely durable, he has the size NFL teams look for at the position, coming in at 6-foot-7 with 34 ¼-inch arms. One area he needs to clean up is his footwork, as he will overset at times.
5. Monroe Freeling, Georgia
A player who flew up the board this season is Georgia’s Monroe Freeling, who I had a sixth-round grade on coming into the year but now have a late first-round grade on after his first full season as a starter. What has driven that rise is his rare combination of strength, which allows him to knock defenders back, and mobility, as he shows the ability to block in space. He is still a bit raw and might be best served starting his career as a backup, but the upside is what excites NFL scouts.
Overall rank
1. Francis Mauigoa, Miami (first round)
2. Caleb Lomu, Utah (first round)
3. Spencer Fano, Utah (first round)
4. Blake Miller, Clemson (first round)
5. Monroe Freeling, Georgia (first round)
6. Kadyn Proctor, Alabama (first round)
7. Max Iheanachor, Arizona State (second round)
8. Dametrious Crownover, Texas A&M (third round)
9. Kage Casey, Boise State (third round)
10. Caleb Tiernan, Northwestern (third round)
11. Drew Shelton, Penn State (fifth round)
12. Fa'alili Fa'amoe, Wake Forest (fifth round)
13. Jude Bowry, Boston College (fifth round)
14. J.C. Davis, Illinois (fifth round)
15. Isaiah World, Oregon (fifth round)
16. Austin Barber, Florida (sixth round)
17. Aamil Wagner, Notre Dame (seventh round)
18. Riley Mahlman, Wisconsin (seventh round)
19. Jayden Williams, Ole Miss (seventh round)
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