2026 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Dylan Horton, OL, Ouachita Baptist University

• Name: Dylan Horton
• Position: IOL
• College: Ouachita Baptist University
• Height: 6’ 3.5”
• Weight: 310
• Twitter: @2DylanHorton
• Instagram: @dylanhortn

What makes you a top prospect at your position in the 2026 NFL Draft? 

My versatility and ability to learn fast, I have played left and right tackle at the college level despite being “undersized,” while also playing right guard. I have been switched around during games to give my team the best chance to succeed. I have experience at center as well. So overall, I can play anywhere a team needs me to while being able to adapt efficiently.

What is one thing that NFL teams should know about you?

I am hungry for an opportunity; I have seen how small school guys can make an impact at the highest level despite being overlooked in the draft process and I fully believe I am no different. If any team takes a chance on me, they can expect a dedicated, tenacious, and quick-learning football player.

If you could donate to one cause in the world, what would it be?

It would have to be something like Leveling the Playing Field. Non-profits that seek to give under-resourced communities access to sports is something that I immensely support. I know how much of a positive impact sports have had on me and I want every kid to have access to the opportunity.

Who was your role model? 

My parents would have to be my biggest role models. I can’t pick my mom or dad individually since they have both been so supportive and helpful in my sports journey. They lead by example every day by showing me how to work hard and uphold values that are concrete in their lives. They have been there for me since the start, and I can’t imagine this journey without them.

Who is your favorite NFL team?

My favorite NFL team is the Las Vegas raiders. I admire some of the offensive lineman they have produced especially Gene Upshaw. Who was a small school guy who went on the be one of the best to ever do it. A current player on the team I watch a lot is Jackson Powers-Johnson.

Who is the most underrated teammate at your school?

Steven Weston, we came in together as freshman and worked extremely hard to get to the point we are at today. He is a very talented corner back that is a threat to any offense in our league.

What is your biggest pet peeve?

Laziness would have to be at the top of my list. I value hard work more than anything and to see someone who has all the potential in the world not work hard to capitalize on it really bugs me.

Who is your favorite teacher ever?

My favorite teacher ever would have to be Darin Buscher. He taught almost all of my undergraduate math course here at Ouachita Baptist and was really good at breaking down some of the most complex topics into bite sized chunks that I could understand.

Overcoming adversity is what defines character, what was the hardest moment in your life to overcome? 

When I was in eighth grade I was diagnosed with pseudotumor cerebri after having a bad case of mono. It was and still is an extremely rare diagnosis for a young male to have. It made my vision double for a month and caused headaches and extreme pressure in my head. It took months to completely get better and severely affected my mental health. This was the hardest moment in my life to overcome due to the mental and physical pain that came from it.

If you could have any franchise restaurant in your house what would it be?

It would have to be Tropical Smoothie Café. I love a good smoothie from there and they also have really good food. It also helps that they are semi-healthy, so I always go there when I get a chance.

What is your favorite snack food?

My favorite snack is pepperoni and cheese wraps. I have always enjoyed them since high school.

What is your degree in?

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering with a minor in Mathematics and Physics.

If you could have dinner with three people dead or alive, who would it be and why? 

Tiger Woods, Naz Reid and Anthony Muñoz. I would ask Tiger Woods about everything that comes with being the greatest of all time and how he sustained it. Naz Reid because he is my favorite NBA player on my favorite team and Anthony Muñoz because he is my GOAT offensive lineman and I could pick his brain for hours about everything football.

What is your biggest weakness?

My biggest weakness is being self-critical. I consider myself a perfectionist and have high standards on and off the football field. If I don’t achieve these standards, I can be hard on myself.