Bucs Draft 2025 Preview + Bucs Best Bets: OT

Tampa Bay is fortunate to have one of the league’s best offensive tackle tandems in the league in All-Pro Tristan Wirfs on the left side and rising star Luke Goedeke on the right side. Wirfs, who was the team’s first-round pick in 2020, is one of the greatest Bucs of all-time – even at age 26. He’s already a four-time Pro Bowler and easily the best offensive lineman in franchise history.

Goedeke is on the verge of getting a massive contract extension – likely this offseason – that should pay him around $20 million per season. After a rough rookie season at left guard in 2022, Goedeke found a home at right tackle the following year, which is where he played at Central Michigan. Goedeke brings power to the Bucs’ running game on the right side of the line and is the enforcer among the O-lineman.

The Bucs lost veteran swing tackle Justin Skule to Minnesota in free agency and replaced him with veteran Charlie Heck, who is on a cheap, one-year deal. Tampa Bay also has an international developmental player in the massive Lorenz Metz, who is 6-foot-9, 310 pounds. The Bucs also have Raiqwon O’Neal, Garrett Greenfield and Silas Dzani on the roster as well for depth in training camp. Can any of these younger players challenge Heck for the role of swing tackle?

What The Bucs Need At Offensive Tackle

The Bucs truly don’t have a need for an offensive tackle in the draft with Tristan Wirfs and Luke Goedeke as the starters. And the signing of Charlie Heck to replace Justin Skule also eliminates the need to draft a swing tackle this year. Yet Jason Licht loves offensive linemen and fortifying the team’s strength, which is its offensive line. So if there is a good depth piece available on Day 3 that Licht sees a possible starter down the road don’t be surprised if Tampa Bay pulls the trigger if the right tackle is on the board at the right time.

Top Offensive Tackles In The 2025 NFL Draft

*Important Note: These players are NOT listed in the order of Pewter Report’s ranking for them. Rather, the numbers are provided to show you the rough order in which we expect them to come off the board during the draft.

1. LSU OT Will Campbell – Junior – 6-5, 319 – 4.98

Campbell was LSU’s starting left tackle as soon as he stepped foot on campus as a freshman. Now, after playing three full seasons, Campbell enters the 2025 NFL Draft as the top offensive tackle. The question is, will he stay there as he enters the league or push inside to guard? Regardless of how evaluators and front offices view him, there is no questioning the value he provides to an offensive line. He displays great agility and body control off the snap, maintaining leverage and seamlessly working to the next level.

Campbell was named first team All-SEC each of the past two seasons and was a consensus All-American in 2024. He is both agile and powerful, looking like as finished of a product an offensive lineman could be entering the NFL. If there was a knock on his game, it is something he cannot control. Having 33-inch arms has raised concerns about Campbell’s ability to hold up against longer and stronger defensive ends as a left tackle, but he put enough film together to showcase why he will be a Top 10 pick and above-average starter.

2. Missouri OT Armand Membou – Junior – 6-4, 332 – 4.91

With the way Membou delivers pancake blocks, he could always find a job at a local IHOP. Understandably, Membou will first see if he pans out in the NFL. If one were to describe his game in one word, it would be nasty. A two-year starter at right tackle, he is an imposing figure at 6-foot-4, 332 pounds and not afraid to throw his weight around. Right off the snap, he is explosive in getting in his set and is well-timed with his hand movement. That allows him to keep his quarterback upright while also creating lanes in the run game.

Despite his size, he is surprisingly athletic (4.91 40-yard time) and is strong as an ox (31 bench press reps). There is a growing debate about whether or not Membou is the best offensive tackle in this class, as he is not far separated from Will Campbell. The one slight to his profile is that he played exclusively at right tackle in college, but that will not diminish the impact he will have at the next level. Pencil him in as the other offensive tackle that will find himself selected in the Top 10.

3. Ohio State OT Josh Simmons – RS Junior – 6-4, 317 – DNP

Simmons was making a strong case to be the first offensive tackle taken off the board – until a left knee injury ended his 2024 season at Ohio State after just six games. Simmons split his time in college at San Diego State and Ohio State, alternating time between right and left tackle in the process. He was the blindside protector for the Buckeyes the past two years, playing an integral part in a high-scoring machine. Looking at how he finds success, it starts with just how nimble he is.

Simmons has elite lateral ability, which aids him in staying centered with his assignment and moving in space. He was asked to play that role in former offensive coordinator Chip Kelly’s offense, supporting a run game led by projected top picks TreVeyon Henderson and Quinshon Judkins. His initial handwork needs some refinement, while his medical evaluations will need to be considered. Still, he should find himself drafted anywhere from the mid to late first round.

4. Oregon OT Josh Conerly Jr. – Junior – 6-4, 311 – 5.05

Conerly is one of three offensive tackles on this list to have blocked for Bucs running back Bucky Irving at one point or another (Minnesota’s Aireontae Ersery and Oregon’s Ajani Cornelius are the others). Among them, Conerly played the biggest role in creating holes for Irving in college and being the strongest link on the Ducks offensive line. He forms a stone wall when meeting his matchup in the trenches, possessing strong hands and the recovery balance to keep the pocket clean. There is an element of smoothness to his game when he gets out in space, pacing himself enough to locate and stay aware of incoming defenders.

Conerly can step into an NFL offensive line room and a team would be comfortable making him the immediate starter. That does not mean there are not weaknesses to hone in on. At 311 pounds, he is on the lighter side for an offensive tackle, and it would serve him well to bulk up to add core strength. Hitting the weight room should also help his hand movement, as he will not need to compensate as much to stay in front. Conerly has enough traits to be solid, and if he develops further, he can grow into a plus starter.

5. Minnesota OT Aireontae Ersery – RS Senior – 6-6, 331 – 5.01

When playing at his best, it is easy to look at Ersery and see someone who could blossom into one of the better offensive tackles in the NFL. At 6-foot-6, 331 pounds with an elite athletic profile, Ersery fits the mold for what teams want their left tackle to be. He has spent his past three seasons at that position, steadily improving each year and became a second team All-American in 2024. With his size and length, it is no revelation that not much gets past him. Ersery has urgency off the snap, with his strength and feel for the game translating into a lot of clean reps.

There are lapses in showcasing that for a full four quarters, leading to moments where his technique is lost. The skills are there to be a dominant force, but that will only happen with more consistency and better timing and precision when initially blocking. There will be a team that bets on him, likely happening early on Day 2 of the 2025 NFL Draft.

6. Boston College OT Ozzy Trapilo – RS Senior – 6-8, 316 – 5.21

Trapilo was meant to be an NFL offensive tackle. Steve Trapilo, his late father, was a three-year starter at Boston College before playing five seasons with the Saints from 1987-1992. The younger Trapilo followed in his dad’s footsteps by attending his alma mater and is looking to forge his own journey in the league. At 6-foot-8, he is a tower along the offensive line and has spent time at each tackle spot. His height does not stop him from using his hands well on initial contact and to reset.

Other positives when assessing Trapilo’s game is that he went penalty-free last season and played a total of 44 games (36 starts) across four positions during his time in school. He is on the leaner side and will need to bulk up to keep a strong anchor and avoid being toppled over. While best suited to be a right tackle, he has the versatility to be a swing tackle with starter potential.

7. Texas OT Cameron Williams – Junior – 6-5, 334 – DNP

Compared to other offensive tackles in the class, Williams is one of the rawest. Williams spent just one season as a full-time starter, holding down the right side of the Longhorns offensive line for 15 games. Despite the lack of experience, there is plenty to like when you turn on his tape. He clears lanes like a bulldozer while utilizing his length and broad frame to push defenders back and not flinch when they come at him full speed. His feet are not the quickest, but there is still enough agility to climb the ladder when needed.

Going back to Williams’ rawness as a player, he racked up 18 penalties across just 16 college starts. That must change, and to limit those flags flying he will need to focus on getting his hands up faster and in the right place. His conditioning and right knee injury last season will need to be monitored, but there is enough to like if he can piece it all together. Currently, Williams’ draft range varies from middle Day 2 to early Day 3.

8. William & Mary OT Charles Grant – RS Senior – 6-4, 309 – 5.09

Grant may have played at a small, FCS school, but do not confuse that with his ability to translate his skillset to the NFL. Grant developed throughout his time at William & Mary, becoming a full-time starter in 2022 and never looking back. Although a bit on the leaner side weighing in at 311 pounds, his above-average arm length (34 3/4 inches) keeps pass rushers honest. He makes the most of his size, using it to his advantage to be springy when moving his feet in space as he pulls and climbs to the next level.

Grant plays with a competitive edge and will bring energy and upside to any offensive line room. Any player who goes from the FCS to NFL needs to properly acclimate to the jump in competition and the required strength, so he will not stake his claim for a starting spot right away. There is enough to like about his game and traits to draft and develop him into a starting-caliber tackle down the line.

9. North Carolina State OT Anthony Belton – Sixth-Year Senior – 6-6, 336 – 5.26

Belton is one big man, standing at 6-foot-6, 336 pounds, and he makes most defensive linemen appear small. Good luck trying to power past him. Many tried but few succeeded during his time at North Carolina State, where he held down the left tackle spot for the majority of the past three seasons. He pushes defenders where he likes yet still maintains enough speed to not lose leverage on the outside. That allows him to dictate how things go throughout the game, but there are moments where he loses very winnable reps.

Belton does not firmly move all his weight every time, leading to times where he is late to the party when pass rushers counter. His hands then do not match up with where his body is, causing breakdowns in protection. That has the ability to be ironed out with coaching up, and there is enough intrigue to consider him a late Day 2 to early Day 3 pick.

10. Connecticut OT Chase Lundt – Sixth-Year Senior – 6-7, 303 – 5.40

There is playing with an edge, and then there is Lundt. Lundt plays with a toughness that’s rare, even for players as gritty as offensive linemen. He enjoys acquainting opposing defenders with the ground, and although he did not blaze stopwatches with his 40-time he makes up for it with agile movements and enough range to not get lost in the shuffle. His 49 straight starts to close out his college career speak to his dependability and overall readiness entering the league.

Lundt will be 25 years old in June, putting a proverbial cap on his ceiling a player. Playing a hair over 300 pounds and possessing sub-33-inch arms do not work in his favor, but there are enough tools in his toolbox to remain a swing tackle. He will be a late Day 2 or early Day 3 pick.

Best Of The Rest

11. Kansas OT Logan Brown – Sixth-Year Senior – 6-6, 311 – 5.18

Brown will be looking to put his college career behind him as he enters the NFL. Brown split time at Wisconsin and Kansas across six years, failing to emerge as a starter before being kicked off the Badgers and battling injuries with the Jayhawks. During that time, he started just 14 games. He has the size and athleticism teams covet, while also possessing great blocking range and hand placement. Teams will have to closely evaluate his character and injury history, but he has the talent to develop as a starter. He profiles as a possible late Day 2 flier or a Day 3 pick.

12. Oregon OT Ajani Cornelius – Redshirt Senior – 6-4, 312 – DNP

Cornelius accumulated a ton of college experience, spending four seasons as a starter. That time was evenly split between Rhode Island and Oregon, where he played 28 games across 2023 and 2024. Cornelius has a wide frame and uses it to aptly move around and hold his blocks. He packs a punch in pass protection, while also hitting different spots in the run game to create lanes, including for now Bucs running back Bucky Irving. His lack of high-end athleticism and strength causes him to lose against better players, but he put enough on tape to at least be a backup. Coaching him up and moving him around will only aid his chances in sticking in the NFL.

13. Michigan OT Myles Hinton – Redshirt Senior – 6-6, 325 – 5.18

Hinton definitely has NFL player in his DNA. Myles’ dad, Chris Hinton, spent 13 seasons in the league as an offensive tackle, making seven Pro Bowls during a career that spanned 1983-1995. It took some time for the younger Hinton to truly hit his stride, but he ended up playing in 46 games (31 starts) at Stanford and Michigan. He looks every bit of an offensive tackle with the ideal measurables, and his experience as a left and right tackle gives him the floor to be quality depth. He will need to land in the right situation where he can maximize his traits.

14. Iowa State OT Jalen Travis – Redshirt Senior – 6-7, 339 – 5.14

Travis is a behemoth, but do not let his enormous size fool you. Travis has a basketball background, once playing with current NBA players Chet Holmgren and Jalen Suggs on a middle school AAU team in middle school. His basketball background allows him to play with light feet that help him quickly get set. Travis has NFL smarts, having spent four seasons at Princeton before transferring to Iowa State for his senior year. He will need to iron out his game to avoid being caught off guard, but there is no question he can make his presence known on the field with room to grow.

15. Cincinnati OT John Williams – Redshirt Senior – 6-4, 322 – 5.17

Williams bided his time before cracking Cincinnati’s starting lineup, but he held down the left side of the offensive line over the past two seasons. Williams has large hands and plus strength, attributes that aid him in creating a sturdy foundation. He moves well on his feet and that helps him keep pockets clean when absorbing contact. There are not many times when he showcases an edge, as he more so does his job without putting people on the ground. How he will hold up against bigger and better players will be critical for him, but he is a solid option to round out an offensive line room while competing at tackle and guard.

16. Wisconsin OT Jack Nelson – Redshirt Senior – 6-7, 318 – DNP

Nelson was a born and raised Wisconsinite who did not have to travel far for college. Nelson started 50 games for the Badgers, a school known for developing quality NFL offensive linemen. Starting 50 games in school and named a three-time All-Big Ten honorable mention, he has the chance to do the same. When properly set in his stance, he makes life rough for his assignments with strong hands and a smooth play style. That gives him the upper hand, but he is held back by inconsistency. Averaging eight penalties a year does not help, but he has enough traits to be a backup offensive lineman at the next level.

17. Rutgers OT Hollin Pierce – Redshirt Senior – 6-8, 341 – DNP

Pierce is not someone any pass rusher wants to see in front of him. Pierce’s measurables speak for themselves, which not only include height and weight but a long 88 1/4-inch wingspan. He covers a lot of area upfront, and he grew a lot across his time in school from a technique standpoint. Splitting time at left and right tackle evenly makes a solid option at either spot. Being anything more than an NFL backup will mean getting in better positions to not let his length get the better of him and cause him to lose control.

18. Washington State OT Esa Pole – Senior – 6-5, 323 – 5.29

Pole spent the first two seasons of his college football career at a community college before being recruited to play at Washington State. Pole is newer to the game and that will mean continued growth, but there is plenty of untapped potential and an intriguing ceiling. He handled left tackle responsibilities his last two seasons, displaying impressive movement skills and the ability to adjust on the fly and disrupt pass rushing attempts. There are few better players to take a chance on drafting and developing, making him a fun prospect to draft on Day 3 and coach up into a viable NFL player.

Bucs’ Best Bets – By Scott Reynolds

Rounds 1-3: Kansas OT Logan Brown

The 6-foot-6, 311-pound Brown is an intriguing athlete with an impressive 84-inch wingspan. He uses his long arms to bully defenders to the ground and create big holes in the running game at the point of attack. With the ability to pull due to his athleticism, Brown functions well in either a zone scheme like he played at Kansas, or in a gap like he played at Wisconsin. There is a rawness to his game that was exposed with an inconsistent performance at the Senior Bowl, so he’ll need time to develop at the next level to fulfill his potential to be a starter. A great offensive line coach like Kevin Carberry can aid in Brown’s development.

What makes Brown intriguing in the middle rounds is his ability to play both left and right tackle. While he only had 14 career starts in college, he did start one game at left tackle and 13 at right tackle and can player either side because he’s a good athlete with long arms. The Bucs are looking for a swing tackle to compete with newcomer Charlie Heck, and the tenacity that Brown plays with is appealing. Tampa Bay had an informal interview with Brown at the NFL Scouting Combine.

Rounds 4-7: Florida OT Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson

While it’s unlikely the Bucs draft an offensive tackle before Day 3, it wouldn’t be surprising to see the team select one with either the fifth-round pick or the seventh-round selection. Crenshaw-Dickson has great length at 6-foot-7, 316 pounds with 34-inch arms and stepped in as a starter at right tackle in the SEC after playing four years at San Diego State. An older draft prospect at age 24, Crenshaw-Dickson has a ton of starting experience with 47 starts of the 50 games he suited up to play in. He logged 29 starts at right tackle and 18 at left tackle.

The ability to play both sides of the line of could make him an attractive candidate to be a swing tackle in Tampa Bay. The Bucs had an informal interview with Crenshaw-Dickson at the NFL Scouting Combine, and it’s likely that he was invited to Tampa Bay’s local pro day given that he played at Florida – although that hasn’t been confirmed. Crenshaw-Dickson had some good reps against Nic Scourton and a very talented Texas A&M defensive line this past season.