After months of waiting, the 2026 NFL Draft is finally around the corner. The NFL Draft is the last significant opportunity for teams to improve their roster before the upcoming season. Any needs not addressed in free agency are the focus for general managers next weekend. One of the most coveted positions in the draft is offensive tackle. The offensive line is arguably the most important position group on the roster, with tackles being especially valuable. While there aren’t any slam-dunk prospects at offensive tackle in this class, there are several players who can develop into high-level starters. Who are the top five offensive tackles in this class?
2026 NFL Draft: Top Five Offensive Tackles
1. Francis Mauigoa, Miami
Francis Mauigoa held down right tackle for the Hurricanes for the past three seasons. He plays with tenacity, finishing reps with power. His combination of frame and athleticism is ideal for the position, and he excels as a run blocker. Mauigoa uses his athleticism to attack the second level on run plays. His durability is also a strength, as he started all 42 games of his collegiate career. He has improved his pass protection over the past three seasons, showing good power and hand placement. While there’s plenty to like about Mauigoa as a prospect, his arm length is on the shorter end for an NFL tackle. He can also improve at getting lower on reps. Mauigoa should be the first lineman off the board, with the Cardinals being an ideal fit picking third overall.
2. Monroe Freeling, Georgia
Entering 2025, Monroe Freeling didn’t have a ton of buzz as a first-round prospect. After a strong final season in Athens, Freeling is in the discussion for the best offensive tackle in this class. His frame is ideal for an NFL tackle, measuring at 6-foot-7 and 315 pounds. Freeling’s arm length is also up to par for a tackle at the next level. He is an incredible athlete for the position, which he can use to climb to the second level as a run blocker.
His pass protection is elite, posting an 85.6 PFF grade in that department in 2025. Freeling has a strong anchor to fend off bull rushes, and he is excellent at picking up stunts. His hand technique is also developed as a pass blocker. While he has the athletic traits of a great run blocker, he isn’t great in that area. Freeling can struggle to pick up blocks up field. If he can develop as a run blocker, he can be an all-around great tackle. Freeling should be picked in the middle of the first round, with the Browns and Lions being good fits.
3. Spencer Fano, Utah
When it comes to run blocking, Spencer Fano is as good as it gets in this class. He routinely displaces defenders to create open lanes for his running backs. His elite movement skills allow him to reach the second level of the defense and also be used as a pulling blocker. As a pass protector, Fano is solid. He has sound technique and mirrors edge rushers well. Although his athleticism is impressive, his frame and length are on the lower end for a tackle. Fano’s frame can leave him vulnerable against bull rushes, and his arm length may lead to a move inside in the NFL. He has a high floor as a quality lineman at the next level, it’s just a matter of if it’s at tackle or guard. Fano projects as a mid-first-round pick, with the Dolphins and Rams being potential landing spots.
4. Caleb Lomu, Utah
Utah has two first-round caliber tackles in this class, with Caleb Lomu on the other side of Fano. While Fano is a dominant run blocker, Lomu specializes in pass protection. Lomu has refined pass-blocking technique to counter an array of pass-rush moves he may face. He holds up well against bull rushes and excels at picking up stunts. Similar to Freeling, Lomu has the athleticism to be an elite run blocker, but hasn’t put it all together yet. His athletic traits give him upside in a zone run scheme, but he needs to improve at picking up blocks upfield. While he is an excellent pass blocker, there are times he gets beaten by speed rushers. Lomu should be a first-round pick, and Detroit and Cleveland should both look to take him.
5. Blake Miller, Clemson
Blake Miller is as experienced as any offensive tackle available, starting all 54 games at Clemson since his freshman year. His combination of frame and experience makes him a fairly safe prospect. He is a fluid athlete who mirrors pass rushers well and is a good downfield run blocker. Miller plays aggressively, finishing reps on run plays with tenacity. He has made progress in pass protection and shows an impressive football IQ when recognizing stunts.
While his frame is ideal, he can improve his power as a pass blocker. He plays with a high pad level, as many taller tackles do. This allows edge rushers to get into his chest and take control of reps. If Miller can improve some technical aspects of his pass protection, there’s no reason he can’t be a long-term starter at offensive tackle. He should be a late-first-round pick, with the Texans and 49ers being teams to watch as far as picking Miller.
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