**TBD at NFL Combine and Pro Day
Wyatt Milum was a highly sought-after 4-star recruit and a consensus top-100 prospect in the 2021 recruiting class. Hailing from Kenova, West Virginia, Milum was the highest-rated prospect in the state, and his decision to play for his hometown Mountaineers was an easy one.
From the moment Milum stepped onto the field as a true freshman, he quickly became one of the most dominant and consistent offensive linemen in college football, earning Freshman All-American honors as a right tackle. As a sophomore, he transitioned to left tackle, where he excelled for the next three seasons. Since making the switch, Milum has been remarkably effective, allowing no sacks and just one quarterback hit—an impressive feat for any offensive lineman.
After a solid junior campaign in 2023, where he earned All-Big 12 Second-Team honors, Milum truly elevated his game as a senior in 2024. He posted a 92.6 pass-blocking grade, the highest in the country, while his overall grade (91.1) and run-blocking grade (89.7) ranked third and fifth, respectively. His dominant play earned him Big 12 Offensive Lineman of the Year honors and consensus First-Team All-American recognition.
Milum’s impressive blend of size, athleticism, and toughness has made him one of the most coveted prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft. With four years of starting experience and a consistently high level of play, Milum has established himself as one of the top offensive linemen in this class, supported by his competitive spirit and technical prowess.
West Virginia OL Wyatt Milum #BuildingTheBoard
— Chicago Football Connection (@CFCBears) January 12, 2025
If I had to put my life savings on one (1) offensive linemen in the 2025 NFL draft having a successful 10 year career Milum would be my pick.
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Milum has been one of the most dominant college offensive linemen since stepping onto the field as a true freshman four years ago. With a blend of tools and the competitive toughness that NFL teams covet, he has been a consistent force in West Virginia’s trenches.
A four-year starter, Milum earned Freshman All-American honors as a right tackle before transitioning to left tackle, where he spent the last three seasons. In that time, he allowed no sacks and just one quarterback hit—an impressive feat, even considering West Virginia’s run-heavy, play-action scheme designed to protect its tackles.
As a run blocker, Milum thrives with a nasty streak and relentless finishing ability. At 6'6" and 318 pounds, he combines an explosive burst off the line with excellent size and strength, making him effective in WVU's multiple run scheme. He excels at displacing defenders on down blocks with good pad level and leg drive, consistently creating wide-open rushing lanes.
Despite his size, Milum is a surprisingly fluid athlete. He is capable of pulling in man-blocking schemes or reaching 3-techs in outside zone. He also climbs to the second level efficiently on inside zone and duo concepts, consistently hitting his targets. Simply put, Milum’s run-blocking prowess will transition seamlessly to the NFL, regardless of where he lands.
In pass protection, Milum uses active hands and quick feet to handle speed rushers and inside counters. His strong punch and precise hand placement allow him to anchor effectively against power. However, his best work comes on jump sets, where he engages defenders early and utilizes his grip strength to dominate the rep. While he wasn’t heavily tested in the Big 12, where most teams run some variation of a 3-3-5 defensive scheme, and WVU's offense limited him to just 120 true pass sets (167th among tackles in college), his traits suggest he has the tools to succeed—just in a different role.
Milum’s physical profile, including his 32-inch arms, makes him a better fit as a guard at the next level. His powerful hands, stout anchor, and exceptional movement ability translate perfectly to the interior. While improving his pad level will be key, his competitiveness, athleticism, and versatility make him a high-upside prospect. Milum projects as a plug-and-play starter at guard with Pro Bowl potential in the NFL.
For the Bears, it's hard to imagine a better fit for Ben Johnson's run scheme than Milum. We don't know for sure exactly what they will run, but it's safe to expect more gap concepts than the Bears have run in years past. And that's exactly where Milum thrived at West Virginia. He excels on down blocks and as a puller to get into space, which are the core components of gap schemes. The Lions have always featured bigger offensive linemen during Ben Johnson's tenure, and Milum definitely fits the bill.
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