The NFL is always on the lookout for offensive tackle prospects with the rare athletic traits to hold up on the edge against professional pass rushers.
Traditional “Football Factories” have produced good linemen at a (relatively) high rate, but teams will scour the rest of the FBS and FCS for potential starting linemen. Maryland surprised with the number of talented prospects to enter the draft from the school in 2023. Left tackle Jaelyn Duncan will likely be the highest drafted Terrapin this year, and he’s done well to raise his profile over the course of the draft process.