Lomu

captain stone · May 3, 2026

mayoclinic said:
If that is the extent of our needs we are in very good shape.

It's not; and we aren't.

Zuma · May 3, 2026

I wonder what current and former NFL players would say would be a more difficult move for an LT....

- moving from LT to LG
- moving from LT to RT

mayoclinic · May 3, 2026

I doubt there is a single answer for everyone.

Penei Sewell and Tristan Wirfs switched sides seamlessly. Others struggled.

Guard generally requires covering less space, but reacting more quickly. Marcus Cannon couldn't react quickly enough.

The Dolphins are moving Kadyn Proctor to LG. We'll see how that goes.

DaBruinz · May 7, 2026

Zuma said:
I wonder what current and former NFL players would say would be a more difficult move for an LT....

- moving from LT to LG
- moving from LT to RT

Light has commented on the differences between playing LT and RT. He's flat out said that some can do it and some can't. He admitted to being one of the ones who couldn't. As we know, Sebastian Vollmer was one of the ones who COULD. Nate Solder spent time at both LT and RT for the Pats.

We know that Vederian Lowe played LT all through HS, College, and his time with the Vikings. The Pats tried him at RT and it was disastrous.

mayoclinic · May 7, 2026

Nice blurb on Lomu:

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Zuma · May 7, 2026

DaBruinz said:
Light has commented on the differences between playing LT and RT. He's flat out said that some can do it and some can't. He admitted to being one of the ones who couldn't. As we know, Sebastian Vollmer was one of the ones who COULD. Nate Solder spent time at both LT and RT for the Pats.

We know that Vederian Lowe played LT all through HS, College, and his time with the Vikings. The Pats tried him at RT and it was disastrous.

Good stuff thanks. I guess I should have phrased my question differently because per usual I was not clear...

- according to current and previous players in the NFL....which is a more difficult task: going from LT to LG or LT to RT.

I'll take the answer offline...thank you

DaBruinz · May 7, 2026

mayoclinic said:
Nice blurb on Lomu:

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The sort of stuff his coaches mention are exactly the things that get you excited about a player.

- He knows he's not perfect and always looking to improve.
- Transitioning to the right side will take some time, but, he's has taken snaps there and should be able to do it.

VJCPatriot · May 7, 2026

Rdforty2 said:
Giving up 125 hurts moving up from 63 though. At this point, Im hoping for edge and TE with the next 2 picks.

You did get your wish. Are you happy with the draft?

mayoclinic · May 7, 2026

Anonymous feedback on Caleb Lomu, as reported by Mike Giardi:

“I think he’s the cleanest pass protector in the tackle class. Damn good feet, balance, rarely gets out over his skis,” said a line coach I spoke with.

“I don’t know what their plans are, but if you told me Lomu eventually unseats (Will) Campbell, I wouldn’t bat an eye,” a scout texted. “Campbell’s nastiness could serve him well inside or even on the other side at right tackle.”

“He (Lomu) allowed zero sacks last year,” added another scout. “I don’t care where you play, that’s hard to do. And he played good competition, which just adds to his profile.

“Does he need to develop more as a run blocker? Absolutely. Little too much leaning on the defender and not enough displacement. They’ve gotta work on his hands. He’s gotta keep firing them when he gets to the second level.”

“Everyone knows he needs to get stronger. That’s not just specific to him. That’s almost all these guys,” pointed out an exec. “But he’s an impressive kid. Someone that size with those movement skills…they don’t grow on trees. In this draft, getting that level of talent at that stage in the round shows good process by (Eliot) Wolf.”

Giardi: A deeper look at the Patriots' draft class with viewpoints from around the NFL

“Just a tough, tough guy who absolutely loves the game. He’s going to be a productive player in this league. I have no doubt.”

www.bostonsportsjournal.com

mayoclinic · May 7, 2026

Caleb Lomu embracing versatility early with Patriots

The Patriots selected Lomu 28th overall in the draft.

www.patspulpit.com

Zuma · May 7, 2026

Zuma said:
I wonder what current and former NFL players would say would be a more difficult move for an LT....

- moving from LT to LG
- moving from LT to RT

Post in thread 'Marshall Newhouse appreciation thread'

Dec 21, 2019

FOXBOROUGH — What’s it like to switch sides as an offensive tackle? “It’s like wiping with the other hand,’’ new Patriot Marshall Newhouse said Monday.

Rdforty2 · May 7, 2026

VJCPatriot said:
You did get your wish. Are you happy with the draft?

I am. Obviously its heavily slanted towards the first 3 rounds. Jacas and Raridon was great on Day 2. The way the TE run went, I think the Patriots were very fortunate Raridon was there at 95.

Day 3 is always a crapshoot. Crownover could be a steal but a lot of picks late in a weak draft. Im not going to get hung up on that to determine how much I liked the draft.

The Patriots didnt have enough draft capital to win the draft, but I thought it was a good, solid draft. Maybe only one guy(Jacas) makes a true impact this year without an injury, but Lomu and Raridon can step up if called upon. Hopefully starters in '27.

DaBruinz · May 8, 2026

Rdforty2 said:
I am. Obviously its heavily slanted towards the first 3 rounds. Jacas and Raridon was great on Day 2. The way the TE run went, I think the Patriots were very fortunate Raridon was there at 95.

Day 3 is always a crapshoot. Crownover could be a steal but a lot of picks late in a weak draft. Im not going to get hung up on that to determine how much I liked the draft.

The Patriots didnt have enough draft capital to win the draft, but I thought it was a good, solid draft. Maybe only one guy(Jacas) makes a true impact this year without an injury, but Lomu and Raridon can step up if called upon. Hopefully starters in '27.

I swear that the Dolphins stole my draft info and used it.. j/k... sorta..

They took a multitude of players that I was hoping the Pats would draft. Such as Rodriguez, Kacmarek, and Louis. I thought taking Kacmarek in the 3rd was a bit of a reach, but he was the best blocking TE in the draft and he can catch the ball pretty well, though Ohio St didn't use him that way enough.

mayoclinic · May 9, 2026

Would expect Lomu at LT and Crownover at RT for rookie minicamp.

40yrpatsfan · May 9, 2026

mayoclinic said:
Would expect Lomu at LT and Crownover at RT for rookie minicamp.

Wow.

mayoclinic · May 9, 2026

I'm sure that will change with OTAs. But hopefully Lomu will get reps all over, and get some opportunity to show what he can do.

Rdforty2 · May 12, 2026

40yrpatsfan said:
Wow.

Lazar said it was a glorified walk through so nothing really to be gleaned from it. This is from the 11 on 11 period. Lomu was the only LT participating, so it made sense. In drills, Lomu did take snaps, "coming out of his stance on the right side."

mayoclinic · May 12, 2026

I thought pre-injury Will Campbell's superpower was his ability to make adjustments and improve. Will be interesting to see what having 2 highly athletic tackles with good adjustment skills offers.

mayoclinic · May 15, 2026

ESPN Analyst Makes Bold Prediction on Will Campbell's Future at Left Tackle

The Patriots have a decision to make at tackle in 2026, and ESPN's Ben Solak explained why Caleb Lomu is poised to unseat Will Campbell at left tackle protecting Drake Maye's blind side.

heavy.com

captain stone · May 17, 2026

mayoclinic said:
ESPN Analyst Makes Bold Prediction on Will Campbell's Future at Left Tackle

The Patriots have a decision to make at tackle in 2026, and ESPN's Ben Solak explained why Caleb Lomu is poised to unseat Will Campbell at left tackle protecting Drake Maye's blind side.

heavy.com

Wouldn't be shocked if the most action Lomu sees this year is at Left Guard, when/if AVT suffers his annual season-ending injury...

All bets are off in 2027, however...

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