The offensive tackles in the NFL Draft class of 2025 are a difficult position group to order. There aren't any surefire Pro Bowlers, but several tackle prospects appear capable of becoming long-term fixtures for teams that can work with a couple of questions — be it arm length, anchor strength, or schematic specialty.
Ranking them overall for the entire NFL is an awkward task. The No. 3 tackle for one team might be the No. 8 for another based on their coaching staff, scheme or personality fit. This class is that clustered.
Will Campbell, LSU
Folks knock Campbell's shorter-than-ideal arms (32 inches on a 6-6 frame), but his quick feet and outstanding reactions with his hands make him very difficult to beat. Great technique, impressive athleticism, good strength, higher aggression level than often credited. Campbell is a ready-made starter at tackle.
Armand Membou, Missouri
Three-year starter at right tackle with outstanding feet and hands but not a lot of length at 6-foot-4, though his 34-inch arm length helps compensate. As technically proficient as any blocker in this class, Membou is still learning how to unleash his power. If that clicks, he's a potential All-Pro.
Donovan Jackson, Ohio State*
Jackson gets an asterisk because he projects to play guard, which is where he spent most of his Ohio State career. His performance down the stretch at tackle was impressive enough for NFL teams to consider him a tackle prospect as well.
As a tackle, his footwork needs speeding up and more consistency. His punch and smart use of his powerful shoulders make him a high-end OT prospect for a gap/duo scheme more than a line that utilizes outside zone.
Josh Simmons, Ohio State
Simmons could have been No. 1 with a clean bill of health, but a torn patellar tendon in October clouds his outlook. He thrives by being quicker than the pass rusher and with exceptional balance and mirror-blocking skills. Simmons' play reminds me of Chargers standout RaShawn Slater.
Aireontae Ersery, Minnesota
Long and powerful blindside blocker who plays with an attitude (that's a good thing). Ersery doesn't have elite movement skills, but remains very difficult to beat around either shoulder. Should be a good starter on either side of the formation but has a lower floor than some ranked below him here.
Kelvin Banks, Texas
Banks won the Lombardi and Outland Trophies after a great career at left tackle for the Longhorns, but there are questions about his arm length, power and balance. Some teams might ...
