Tim Anderson, OL, Ferris State | 2026 NFL Draft Prospect Zoom Interview
Tim Anderson, widely regarded as one of the top Division II prospects, anchored the offensive front for Ferris State during one of the most dominant runs in program history. A three-year starter with extensive experience at both tackle and guard—along with additional reps at center—he has demonstrated the ability to contribute across all five positions along the offensive line. Anderson played a pivotal role in leading the Bulldogs to back-to-back national championships in 2024 and 2025, earning the 2025 Gene Upshaw Award as the nation’s top Division II lineman, along with Consensus First Team All-American honors and GLIAC Offensive Lineman of the Year recognition. As a cornerstone of the nation’s top-ranked offense, which averaged 520 total yards per game, he helped drive a unit that consistently overwhelmed opponents with its physical, run-first identity.
On the field, Anderson is a powerful, disciplined presence who excels in the run game, consistently generating movement at the point of attack and controlling the line of scrimmage with strength, leverage, and refined technique. He plays with a nasty, tone-setting mentality, imposing his will on defenders while maintaining strong hand placement and balance throughout each rep. A high-IQ, assignment-sound blocker, he displays sharp awareness and poise in recognizing defensive fronts and executing his responsibilities with precision. His reliability in pass protection is equally impressive, having not surrendered a sack over his final two seasons. With his blend of size, versatility, mental toughness, and sustained production, Anderson projects as a dependable NFL prospect capable of providing valuable depth at the next level.
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