NFL Draft: Top 10 OL prospects as the season gets underway
With the college football season underway let’s take a look at the top prospects for the NFL Draft in 2022. We continue with the offensive line.
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1. Evan Neal, Alabama
The most athletic offensive tackle since Orlando Pace? He could be.
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2. Rasheed Walker, Penn State
I love Walker a bit more than others. He's a complete lineman who can also get downfield.
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3. Tyler Linderbaum, Iowa
The best center in the country will be a first-round NFL Draft pick.
4. Jaxson Kirkland, Washington
He doesn’t get a ton of press because he’s out West, but he has the perfect frame and athleticism for the NFL.
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5. Darian Kinnard, Kentucky
He could be a guard or a tackle at the next level, and he is a great leader.
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6. Ikem Ekwonu, NC State
I love his drive-blocking ability in the run game.
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7. Kenyon Green, Texas A&M
He’s a guard at the NFL level - but a very good one.
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8. Zion Nelson, Miami
He’s still raw, but you can’t argue with his measurables. He’s an athlete.
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9. Charles Cross, Mississippi State
He’s just starting to come into his own, and the NFL is noticing.
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10. Zion Johnson, Boston College
He’s one of three BC offensive linemen who could be second- or third-round candidates.