2024 NFL Draft: Offensive Line Big Board

The NFL Draft process is underway with draft declarations, all-star game decisions, and the Combine in the rearview mirror. Big boards will be released, and then some. Who are the best of the best on the offensive line? How many tackles go in the first round? Will there be a top-20 center for the first time in a while? Can a guard prospect move into the first night of the draft? We look at the big boys up front that protect the glory positions!

Note: All RAS scores are courtesy of @MathBomb

In case you missed the other positional rankings, they can be found below

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Running Back

Wide Receiver

2024 Offensive Line Rankings

Tackle

1. Joe Alt | 6’8 321 | Notre Dame

Alt has been getting a lot of hype as the top overall tackle on the board for several seasons, deservedly so. He has all the physical tools, like height and length, to become a franchise blocker. The bloodline is also impressive; his father, Joe, was a Pro Bowl-caliber tackle for a few seasons. His athleticism is evident as he’s laterally quick and accelerates quicker to the second level, given his size. Strength is not an issue, as he possesses a powerful punch and iron grip on defenders. Football IQ is an immense positive as he’s seen it all and been prepared for this moment. He has played left tackle during his entire career with the Fighting Irish. PFF graded him as the second-highest tackle, with an overall score of 90.7. His physical and play style profile resembles another highly thought of tackle, Eric Fisher of Chiefs fame.

PFF Grade: 90.7

RAS: 9.93

Player Comp: Eric Fisher

Round Projection: Top 10

“Silver Medal at State College”

2. Olumuyiwa Fashanu | 6’6 312 | Penn State

Olu got on the radar as a first-round prospect a couple of seasons ago at Penn State, and now he’s ready to become a franchise cornerstone. He’s an impressive athlete with the size and arm length to play left tackle at a high level. He has great lateral agility and anchors very well in pass protection. Strength is another positive of his as he’s lockdown once he grabs a defender. The former PSU tackle is also an explosive athlete when accelerating to the second level. His athletic ability and size make him a first-round selection. PFF graded him as the 27th-best tackle in the country, with an overall score of 78.8. His stock has slipped by a tiny margin during the offseason process, but he still is a top-two tackle in the class on this board. Fashanu’s physical and play style profile echoes former Saints legend Jammal Brown.

PFF Grade: 78.8

RAS: 9.61

Player Comp: Jammal Brown

Round Projection: First

“West Coast is the Best Coast”

3. Taliese Fuaga | 6’5 324 | Oregon State

Fuaga was dominant in Mobile, showing that he could play left tackle despite being right tackle exclusive in Corvallis. He has a great combination of athleticism, strong hands, and technique for either position on the line. His size is ideal for the spot as well. His anchor is among the best in the class. He also possesses great footwork in either pass pro or run blocking. The demeanor is very aggressive as well. The Combine was another positive step for him. PFF graded him as the fourth-best tackle in the country, with an overall score of 88.2. His physical and stylistic comparison is former Washington tackle Kaleb McGary. There’s a chance that he might sneak into the top ten, but he is certainly a top 15 pick.

PFF Grade: 88.2

RAS: 9.63

Player Comp: Kaleb McGary

Round Projection: First

4. Troy Fautanu | 6’3 317 | Washington

The fourth-best tackle on the board is another Apple Cup rival, Troy Fautanu. He was another Senior Bowl participant who had a solid performance in Mobile. Fautanu was a two-year starter at left tackle for the Huskies, but his size and lack of ideal arm length may kick him inside to guard. He’s an exceptional athlete who tested very well at the Combine. The footwork and quickness to get set in pass protection is top of the line caliber. Athleticism isn’t a question for him, and his technique is above average. PFF graded him as the 55th-best tackle with an overall score of 75.1. He compares physically and stylistically to another Pac-12 first-round selection, Austin Jackson.

PFF Grade: 75.1

RAS: 9.64

Player Comp: Austin Jackson

Round Projection: First

“This Tide is Rolling to the First Round”

5. J.C. Latham | 6’5 342 | Alabama

The Alabama lineman is a mammoth human being with all the physical traits NFL teams desire in offensive tackles. He has the height, weight, and length to play left tackle despite starring at right tackle in college. The former five-star signee has quick feet while in pass protection. He’s a solid athlete getting to the second level. His hands are his biggest selling point, as he rarely loses an assignment once he locks on to a defender. He knows how to use his size to his advantage, swallowing EDGE rushers with his frame. PFF graded him as the 17th-best tackle in the country, with an overall score of 81.9. Latham could be drafted as high as the top ten but will likely settle in the teens. His physical traits and play style profile resemble longtime veteran Donovan Smith.

PFF Grade: 81.9

Player Comp: Donovan Smith

Round Projection: First

“This Guy is good at a ton of stuff”

6. Tyler Guyton | 6’7 321 | Oklahoma

Guyton transferred to Oklahoma from TCU to play in Norman for two seasons. He also participated in the Senior Bowl, where he was ranked among the top tackle prospects. The former Sooners tackle has experience at both left and right tackle, so teams will love his versatility. He’s an exceptional athlete who tested very well at the Combine, showing off his lateral agility, physicality, and straight-line quickness from Mobile. He moves well for a guy his size and is light on his feet. Explosive athlete who can accelerate quickly to the second level and outduel pass rushers. PFF gave him an overall score of 63.7 for the 2023 season. His physical and play style comparison is Sebastian Vollmer, who had a solid pro career with the Patriots. He sits right between the border of the first and second rounds.

PFF Grade: 63.7

RAS: 9.74

Player Comp: Sebastian Vollmer

Round Projection: First to Second

“Where will the King of Provo go next?”

7. Kingsley Suamataia | 6’4 326 | BYU

Suamataia transferred to BYU before the 2022 season from Oregon, where he signed as a five-star recruit. He’s a versatile tackle prospect with high-level experience on both sides. He started on the left side during the 2023 season. The former Cougar is another Senior Bowl participant who boosted his stock while there in Mobile. He is an impressive athlete who moves laterally well and anchors down just as well in pass protection. His hands are very strong, and his straight-line quickness to reach the second level is effortless. He has the physical tools to develop into a front-line starter. PFF gave him an overall grade of 67.5. Athletically and stylistically, he resembles Ikem Ekonwu, who broke out as a rookie but has struggled as of late. The former five-star signee should be in the mix for a first-round selection but will likely get drafted on Day 2.

PFF Grade: 67.5

RAS: 9.42

Player Comp: Ikem Ekonwu

Round Projection: Second

“A Dawg in the Trenches”

8. Amarius Mims | 6’7 340 | Georgia

The former five-star recruit has had an interesting journey through college. He’s an explosive athlete at his size that tested very well at the Combine. Mims is a massive human being who’s every bit of 6’7 340, and he uses it very well to swallow up defenders. He’s a dancing bear with great lateral agility and straight-line burst to the second level. He has all the physical traits including the length and footwork to stick at left tackle. However, experience is limited due to the 2023 season due to injury. PFF graded him as the 49th-best tackle in the nation, with an overall score of 75.6. His play style and physical comparison is Mekhi Becton, who’s trying to find himself in the league due to health issues and inconsistency. He should be a first-round selection.

PFF Grade: 75.6

RAS: 9.56

Player Comp: Mekhi Becton

Round Projection: First

“The Devil in the Details”

9. Graham Barton | 6’5 313 | Duke

Barton is a solid athlete who can move well laterally and fires off the ball well for a man his size. PFF gave him an overall score of 75.9, which was good for 46th-best in the country. He offers a lot of versatility, having played guard, tackle, and center throughout his career. The former Blue Devil didn’t test at the Combine, so the lack of RAS is evident. He has an exceptional football IQ that’s clearly on display regardless of his position. The prospect doesn’t have the ideal length for tackle so a move to the interior could be done at the next level to take advantage of his other positive traits. Barton compares to Rodger Saffold, who has had a productive career. He should be a Day 2 selection when the draft begins.

PFF Grade: 75.9

Player Comp: Rodger Saffold

Round Projection: Second to Third

“The 311 Train to Tuscon”

10. Jordan Morgan | 6’5 311 | Arizona

Morgan was a three-year starter at left tackle for the Wildcats. This past season, he posted an overall score of 83.5 from PFF, improving annually. He was graded as the 12th-best tackle in the country with that score. The former Arizona star played exclusively on the left side and was invited to the Senior Bowl. He stood out in Mobile, further cementing himself onto the draft radar. The Combine testing proved he was a solid athlete with enough of it to stay at left tackle. Physically and play style-wise, he compares to Kyle Long, who had a solid career playing guard and tackle. Morgan has gotten himself onto the Day 2 board with his offseason.

PFF Grade: 83.5

RAS: 9.10

Player Comp: Kyle Long

Round Projection: Second to Third

“Houston, no problems at all on the blind side”

11. Patrick Paul | 6’7 331 | Houston

The former Houston tackle started three seasons on the left side, where he excelled. He had a pretty solid week at the Senior Bowl, winning most of his reps. PFF graded him as the 19th-best tackle with an overall score of 81.1. Paul tested well at the Combine, thus the high RAS score. He wins with length and better-than-average athleticism. Defenders have had issues getting around him due to his massive frame, where he’s every bit of 6’7 330. The prospect allowed just five sacks in over 1,900 pass-blocking snaps in his career. He compares to former Notre Dame tackle Sam Young. Paul should hear his name called on Day 2 at the latest.

PFF Grade: 81.1

RAS: 9.75

Player Comp: Sam Young

Round Projection: Second to Third

“Texas more than two steps”

12. Christian Jones | 6’5 303 | Texas

Jones is a pretty good athlete who had an outstanding week in Mobile. His biggest trait is the arm length to keep away defenders. He’s mobile enough to pull on regular occasions as well. The size and strength combo is what he’ll rely on to butter his bread. Once he locks on, it’s over for the most part. He’s a smooth operator in pass protection. The former Longhorns tackle has improved his sack numbers every season, finishing with just one allowed as a senior. He has some versatility, having played right tackle for three seasons before playing on the left in 2023. He compares physically and stylistically to Andrus Peat, who excelled at Stanford. PFF graded him as the 54th-best tackle with an overall score of 75.2.

PFF Grade: 75.2

RAS: 6.60

Player Comp: Andrus Peat

Round Projection: Second to Third

“From Columbia With Love”

13. Javon Foster | 6’5 313 | Missouri

Foster was another Senior Bowl participant who had a good week of practice to boost his stock. As a three-year starter at left tackle for Missouri, he excelled, giving up only one sack during his senior season. PFF graded him in the 80s during the past three seasons, including an 84.8 in 2023. His 2023 score was good enough to earn him the seventh-highest in the country for his position. He has the athletic traits and a frame to earn some reps in the NFL quickly. The RAS score turned out to be very solid for him. Length and footwork are ideal for the position. The former Mizzou Tiger lineman compares favorably to DJ Humphries. He should be a middle to late Day 2 selection with a floor of early Day 3.

PFF Grade: 84.8

RAS: 7.79

Player Comp: D.J. Humphries

Round Projection: Third

“The Tacklin’ Irish”

14. Blake Fisher | 6’5 310 | Notre Dame

Fisher participated in the Senior Bowl and had limited success in Mobile. He played right tackle exclusively for the Irish since a stud named Joe Alt was on the left side. PFF graded him as the 117th-best tackle in the country, with an overall score of 71.1. He possesses the athleticism, footwork, length, and base to succeed at the next level. He’s laterally quick and can pull very well for a guy his size. His hands are strong as well. He’s an experienced starter, so it’s a good sign that he’s seen almost everything a defense could throw at him. Fisher compares physically and stylistically to Billy Turner, who was highly regarded at NDSU. He should be a Day 3 selection.

PFF Grade: 71.1

RAS: 7.85

Player Comp: Billy Turner

Round Projection: Fourth

Guard

1. Cooper Beebe | 6’3 322 | Kansas State

The ultra-versatile prospect is the best guard in the class, bar none. He has experience at left guard, left tackle, and right tackle, so teams will love his versatility and athletic traits in those positions. Beebe brings an impressive football IQ and a road-grading demeanor to devastate his opponent. He has every strong hands that lock on and doesn’t let go often. The prospect tested very well at the Combine; thus, the RAS was high. He’s not the fastest athlete but does have enough smarts and instincts to pull and accelerate to the second level. PFF graded him as the fourth highest-graded guard in the nation, with an overall score of 83.9. He compares favorably to Justin Pugh in both play style and physical attributes. If not a late first-round selection, the second round should be his place in the draft.

PFF Grade: 83.9

RAS: 9.26

Player Comp: Justin Pugh

Round Projection: Second

“Could he start for the basketball team?”

2. Christian Haynes | 6’2 312 | UCONN

Another standout Senior Bowl performer, he had a great week, winning most of his reps. PFF graded him as the 14th-best guard in the class, with an overall score of 80.2. He tested very well at the Combine, furthering his skyrocketing stock even more. He possesses above-average athleticism for the position and a strong football IQ. A laterally quick prospect who brings the requisite hands and aggressive demeanor. His physical and style profile resembles veteran star Chris Snee. He should be a Day 2 selection when the process is complete. He may get drafted higher than any of the prospects on the monstrous basketball team running through March Madness.

PFF Grade: 80.2

RAS: 9.12

Player Comp: Chris Snee

Round Projection: Second to Third

“We aren’t in Kansas anymore”

3. Dominick Puni | 6’5 303 | Kansas

Puni transferred to Kansas before the 2022 season and became a two-year starter for the Jayhawks. He initially started at left guard for the ’22 campaign before sliding over to left tackle for the 2023 season. Teams will love his versatility and above-average athleticism. The former Jayhawks star doesn’t have the length to stay at tackle but can be an average-level starter at guard, given his other traits. PFF graded him as the 21st-highest tackle, with a score of 80.6. He had a great Senior Bowl performance and followed it up with a good Combine showing. At the Senior Bowl, he even took reps at center, further proving his versatility. His physical and stylistic comparison is Charles Leno, who has had a solid career at tackle. Day 2 is his ceiling, but he should go early on Day 3.

PFF Grade: 80.6

RAS: 8.07

Player Comp: Charles Leno

Round Projection: Third to Fourth

“Like a fine and stout Mahogany”

4. Christian Mahogany | 6’3 314 | Boston College

The former Boston College star is a versatile guard prospect and a solid athlete. He excelled at the Combine, so he was assigned a high RAS. PFF graded him as the 37th-best guard in the country with an overall score of 74.9. He has played both guard spots in his career but primarily left guard. He possesses an aggressive demeanor and the hands to back it up. Mahogany compares to longtime veteran lineman Connor McGovern in terms of play style and physical traits. He’s likely headed towards a late Day 2 to early Day 3 selection.

PFF Grade: 74.9

RAS: 9.64

Player Comp: Connor McGovern

Round Projection: Third to Fourth

5. Mason McCormick | 6’4 309 | South Dakota State

McCormick enjoyed a meteoric rise up the boards during the offseason, culminating in an excellent Combine performance. He offers dual versatility, having split his time at both guard spots throughout his career. The prospect played left guard for most of his college career. As the testing numbers indicate, he’s a solid athlete with decent power in his game. Hands are a plus as well. PFF rated him very highly, as they gave him an overall score of 87.6 for the 2023 season. He compares very favorably to former Kansas lineman Hakeem Adeniji. The former Jackrabbit star should be a middle Day 3 selection.

PFF Grade: 87.6

RAS: 9.97

Player Comp: Hakeem Adeniji

Round Projection: Fifth to Sixth

Center

The Mightiest Duck

1. Jackson Powers-Johnson | 6’3 328 | Oregon

JPJ put on a show in Mobile, emerging as the top interior lineman prospect in the class. He’s been on a hot streak since the 2023 season began. The former Duck is technically proficient and a plus athlete. His addition of 20 pounds to his frame and retention of his athleticism speaks to his talents as a prospect. He brings a lot of toughness and willingness to take on all comers. There’s a lot of power in his hands, and he uses it well. PFF gave him a score of 84.3, which was the highest in his position. His stylistic and physical profile compares to longtime veteran center Ben Jones. JPJ should be selected in the middle of the first round. He’s the reigning Rimington Trophy winner, given to the nation’s best center.

PFF Grade: 84.3

Player Comp: Ben Jones

Round Projection: First

“Country Roads to the Draft”

2. Zach Frazier | 6’2 313 | West Virginia

The former Mountaineer is a dancing bear in the trenches. He’s technically proficient with his hands and tough enough to compete against bigger defenders. However, a late-season injury knocked him out of the postseason all-star events. A functional athlete who could struggle against speed. He was graded as the 21st-highest center with an overall score of 74.5. His physical and style profile resembles former Penn State center Stefan Wisniewski. He should be a late Day 2 to early Day 3 selection.

PFF Grade: 74.5

Player Comp: Stefan Wisniewski

Round Projection: Third to Fourth

“Going Hog Wild”

3. Beaux Limmer | 6’4 302 | Arkansas

Limmer had a standout Senior Bowl process, winning many of his reps during the practice sessions. He’s probably the most versatile center in the class, with reps at both guard spots. As the testing numbers indicate, he’s a great athlete who can move well laterally but can’t consistently get to the second level. The versatility will be his calling card at the next level. He has an aggressive attitude and demeanor to compete with every defender. His career projection could be a long-term interior swing lineman. Center is his ideal spot due to his lack of length and consistent athleticism. He physically compares to former Chargers veteran Nick Hardwick. An early Day 3 selection could be in the cards for him.

PFF Grade: 74.5

RAS: 9.82

Player Comp: Nick Hardwick

Round Projection: Fourth to Fifth

“The DGD”

4. Sedrick Van Pran-Granger | 6’4 298 | Georgia

SVPG entered the off-season as a contender for the top center position but has slipped down the rankings due to a rocky off-season process. He offers plus athleticism, great anchor, and powerful hands. His technique, along with his great football IQ, is also a major plus. His versatility is another positive, as he can play both guard spots and center duties. He tested well at the Combine after missing the Senior Bowl. PFF graded him as the eighth-best center with an overall grade of 77.9. His physical and stylistic comparison is similar to that of Minnesota center Greg Eslinger. SVP+G should be an early to middle Day 3 selection at this juncture.

PFF Grade: 77.9

RAS: 7.67 (as a Center)

Player Comp: Greg Eslinger

Round Projection: Fourth to Fifth

“From Madtown to any town”

5. Tanor Bortolini | 6’4 303 | Wisconsin

The former Badger had a good Senior Bowl to vault himself into the center rankings after a so-so season. As the testing numbers indicate, he’s an impressive athlete. He has great versatility, having played tackle, both guard spots, and center throughout his college career. His football IQ is another positive. He scored a perfect 10.00 RAS for the center position. Bortolini earned a 65.9 overall score from PFF, which was good for the 100th best at his position. His physical and style profile is similar to that of Roberto Garza and Cam Juergens. He should be a middle Day 3 selection.

PFF Grade: 65.9

RAS: 10.00 (as a Center)

Player Comp: Roberto Garza / Cameron Juergens

Round Projection: Fifth to Sixth