{"id":279205,"date":"2026-04-25T08:30:22","date_gmt":"2026-04-25T12:30:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/?p=279205"},"modified":"2026-04-25T03:13:07","modified_gmt":"2026-04-25T07:13:07","slug":"carver-willis-2026-nfl-draft-profile","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/2026\/04\/25\/carver-willis-2026-nfl-draft-profile\/","title":{"rendered":"Carver Willis 2026 NFL Draft Profile"},"content":{"rendered":"<div><span>Carver Willis played five seasons at Kansas State before transferring to Washington for his final season as a graduate transfer. Willis is a versatile offensive lineman, having played both left and right offensive tackle positions, yet his measurables and skills point to a more successful projection at guard or center.<\/span><\/div>\n<h2><strong>Carver Willis 2026 NFL Draft Overview<\/strong><\/h2>\n<div><span>Position: Offensive Tackle\/Guard\/Center<\/span><\/div>\n<div><span>Height: 6\u20195\u201d<\/span><\/div>\n<div><span>Weight: 303 pounds<\/span><\/div>\n<div><span>School: <\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/collegefootball\/category\/bigten\/washington-huskies\/\" target=\"_self\">Washington<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-draft\/profiles\/\" target=\"_self\"><em>2026 NFL Draft Profiles<\/em><\/a><\/div>\n<h3><span>2026 NFL Draft Carver Willis Scouting Report<\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/USATSI_28397457.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"5760\" height=\"8640\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-279500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/USATSI_28397457.webp 5760w, https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/USATSI_28397457-768x1152.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 5760px) 100vw, 5760px\" \/><\/h3>\n<h3><span>Strengths<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span>5.11 40-yard dash and 9-foot broad jump are outstanding for an offensive tackle or guard<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>His mobility in space is sound, able to reach defenders on the second level consistently.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>He succeeds with leverage, a high football IQ, and proper positioning.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Willis\u2019 hand placement is sound. Once he makes contact, he sustains blocks while maintaining leverage.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>He consistently makes the mark when he targets his blocks.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Willis improved his run blocking considerably after moving from Kansas State to Washington.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Refined blocker, ready-made for the NFL<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Willis is quick out of his stance.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Willis\u2019 strengths align well with a zone blocking scheme.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>His effort is solid, doesn\u2019t overstrain, and maintains physicality.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div><span><a  href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/UW_Football\/status\/2045992475098300593\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/twitter.com\/UW_Football\/status\/2045992475098300593<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<h3><span>Weaknesses <\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span>Willis\u2019 NFL Combine numbers are below average in many ways. 9 1\/2 inch hands, 32 \u00bd\u201d arms, 26.5\u201d vertical jump,p and 23 bench press reps. For a college offensive tackle, this was not a factor, but in the NFL, scouts feel they necessitate a move to guard or center.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Lacks overwhelming power, does not have superior athleticism<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Willis has a tendency to backpedal quickly in pass rush sets and leaves inside pass rush lanes more exposed.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>His lack of size and short reach point to potential struggles on the edge. Scouts are concerned about how he will handle the transition to the interior line.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Vulnerable to bull rush techniques and power rushers<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Plays at a high pad level. This will need significant fixing for his likely move inside.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Penalty-prone at Kansas State, the more he was utilized. Points to endurance and sloppy habits when tired.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div><\/div>\n<div><span> <\/span><strong>NFL Comparison: <\/strong><span><a  href=\"https:\/\/www.nfl.com\/prospects\/robert-hainsey\/32004841-4961-9935-6113-d4e0f935c505\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Robert Hainsey<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<h3><span>Teams With Need At Position: <\/span><span> <\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/cardinals\/\" target=\"_self\">Arizona Cardinals<\/a><\/span><span style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/cardinals\/\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_self\">,<\/a> <\/span><span>\u00a0<\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/falcons\/\" target=\"_self\">Atlanta Falcons<\/a>,<\/span><span> <\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/ravens\/\" target=\"_self\">Baltimore Ravens<\/a><\/span><span style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/ravens\/\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_self\">,<\/a> <\/span><span>\u00a0<\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/panthers\/\" target=\"_self\">Carolina Panthers<\/a>,<\/span><span> <\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/bears\/\" target=\"_self\">Chicago Bears,<\/a><\/span><span> <\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/browns\/\" target=\"_self\">Cleveland Browns,<\/a><\/span><span> <\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/broncos\/\" target=\"_self\">Denver Broncos,<\/a><\/span><span> \u00a0<\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/lions\/\" target=\"_self\">Detroit Lions<\/a>, <\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/packers\/\" target=\"_self\">Green Bay Packers<\/a>, <\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/texans\/\" target=\"_self\">Houston Texans<\/a>, <\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/chiefs\/\" target=\"_self\">Kansas City Chiefs<\/a><\/span><span style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">, <span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/raiders\/\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_self\">Los Angeles Chargers<\/a>,<\/span><\/span><span>\u00a0<\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/rams\/\" target=\"_self\">Los Angeles Rams<\/a>, <\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/raiders\/\" target=\"_self\">Las Vegas Raiders<\/a>,<\/span><span> <\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/dolphins\/\" target=\"_self\">Miami Dolphins,<\/a><\/span><span> <\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/patriots\/\" target=\"_self\">New England Patriots<\/a>, <\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/giants\/\" target=\"_self\">New York Giants,<\/a><\/span><span> <\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/eagles\/\" target=\"_self\">Philadelphia Eagles<\/a>, <\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/steelers\/\" target=\"_self\">Pittsburgh Steelers,<\/a><\/span><span> <\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/49ers\/\" target=\"_self\">San Francisco 49ers<\/a><\/span><\/h3>\n<div><span> \u00a0<\/span><span><a  href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/MathBomb\/status\/2038288312138399925\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/twitter.com\/MathBomb\/status\/2038288312138399925<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<div><span>\u200b<\/span><\/div>\n<h3><span>Projection: <\/span><span> Rounds 4-6<\/span><\/h3>\n<div><span>Willis is a likely fifth-round pick.<\/span><\/div>\n<h3><span>Bottom Line on Carver Willis<\/span><\/h3>\n<div><span>Willis has been the subject of much discussion, having experience at tackle, but the traits and skills to play guard and center. He has met with 30 NFL teams, all interested in his position versatility. The\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n<div><span>The Atlanta<a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/falcons\/\" target=\"_self\">\u00a0Falcons<\/a><\/span><span>, <\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/broncos\/\" target=\"_self\">Denver Broncos<\/a><\/span><span>, <\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/jaguars\/\" target=\"_self\">Jacksonville\u00a0<\/a><\/span><span style=\"margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/jaguars\/\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_self\">Jaguars<\/a><\/span><span>, <\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/dolphins\/\" target=\"_self\">Miami Dolphins<\/a><\/span><span>, <\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/49ers\/\" target=\"_self\">San Francisco 49ers<\/a><\/span><span>, and <\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/category\/nfl-teams\/seahawks\/\" target=\"_self\">Seattle Seahawks<\/a><\/span><span> have had interviews with Willis and are seeing him as a great fit in their system.<\/span><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div><em>Main Image: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images<\/em><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Carver Willis played five seasons at Kansas State before transferring to Washington for his final season as a graduate transfer. Willis is a versatile offensive lineman, having played both left and right offensive tackle positions, yet his measurables and skills point to a more successful projection at guard or center. 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