2026 Draft: RT

[mayoclinic]

 

[manxman2601]

I don’t know how serious it is

 

[Clonamery]

I don’t know how serious it is

At least it was not a non-contact thing because those seem to be almost always serious. Fingers crossed.

 

[manxman2601]

At least it was not a non-contact thing because those seem to be almost serious. Fingers crossed.

Fingers crossed he's injured just enough to fall to the Patriots but not so injured he's a risk long-term?

 

[One-If-By-Sea]

Fingers crossed he's injured just enough to fall to the Patriots but not so injured he's a risk long-term?

Not sure injured under any circumstance is good.

 

[manxman2601]

PJ Williams v Clev Lubin tweet?

 

[mayoclinic]

 

[mayoclinic]

Sh*t. Dane Brugler officially on the Monroe Freeling bandwagon:

An ascending NFL prospect, Georgia left tackle Monroe Freeling continues to put impressive play on tape in pass protection. He is balanced in his pass sets, with thudding hands and the recovery skills to stay on his feet and protect the pocket. Freeling only has 15 college starts under his belt and is still developing, especially as a run blocker, but he would upgrade this offensive tackle class if he declares.

NFL Draft 2026 prospects to watch during college football’s rivalry weekend

For some NFL Draft prospects, this weekend will launch a postseason run. For others, this could be the last chance to impress scouts.

www.nytimes.com

d%#*!@t. d%#*!@t. d%#*!@t.

Freeling has the length, size, footwork, hands, and power. I think he's a 1st round RT.

 

[Clonamery]

Sh*t. Dane Brugler officially on the Monroe Freeling bandwagon:

NFL Draft 2026 prospects to watch during college football’s rivalry weekend

For some NFL Draft prospects, this weekend will launch a postseason run. For others, this could be the last chance to impress scouts.

www.nytimes.com

Bound to happen by April.

 

[mayoclinic]

Of course.

His tape screams 1st round RT to me. I would take him over Fano and Mauigoa.

But I've already given up on Arvell Reese. And on David Bailey, who Manx sold me on.

Let me keep some dreams.

 

[mayoclinic]

Actually, My RT list right now looks something like:

[1. Spencer Fano, Utah. Will go too high, and is he a guard?]
[2. Francis Mauigoa, Miami. Will go too high, and is he a guard?]
3. Monroe Freeling, Georgia. I actually like him best based on tape.
4. Blake Miller, Clemson.
5. Max Iheanachor, Arizona St. Handled the velociraptors better than the Utah kids.
6. Isaiah World, Oregon.
7. PJ Williams, SMU.

Austin Siereveld, Cayden Green and Carter Smith are also strong options, but I think they will all move inside.

Caleb Lomu and Trevor Goosby not strong enough, but worth keeping an eye on.

Kadyn Procter too inconsistent, no redirectability. More likely a guard, likely to go higher than I would take him. Might be an awesome RG if he falls.

Revised RT list:

1. Monroe Freeling, Georgia. Going all in.
2. Spencer Fano, Utah
3. Francis Mauigoa, Miami
4. Niki Prongos, Stanford
5. Caleb Lomu, Utah
6. Blake Miller, Clemson
7. Trevor Goosby, Texas
8. Fa'alili Fa'amoe, Wake Forest
9. Max Iheanachor, Arizona St.
10. PJ Williams, SMU
11. Isaiah World, Oregon

5-11 still very fluid.

Very deep group, depending on underclassmen declarations.

 

[mayoclinic]

Why Monroe Freeling (currently between 122 and the 300s on most big boards) is my #1 OT:

The Frame: Freeling looks like how you would design a tackle. He has an elite frame. A solid 6'7" 315# with good weight distribution. Was 6'7" 295# in HS. 7' wingspan, > 34" arms, 11" hands. He has better length and a more natural OT frame than Spencer Fano or Francis Mauigoa.

The Athleticism: Former basketball player who could dunk, played TE and some DT. Freeling is explosive and a natural mover with good footwork. He has the athleticism to both re-direct and to recover.

The Power: Freeling has gotten stronger this season. He shows the ability to drive DLs back and overpower them. I would consider him much more powerful than guys like Goosby, Lomu, Miller and Worlds.

The Versatility: Despite only 15 starts, Freeling has played both left and right tackle at the starting SEC level.

The Toughness: This is a guy who slept with ice on his ankle before the Auburn game so he could play. He is a team leader and takes pride in physically dominating opponents. He reminds me a bit of Will Campbell in that regard.

Monroe Freeling helps anchor, rapidly improving ‘very nasty’ O-line at Georgia

Georgia's offensive line has overcome injuries and learned to work together after losing four players off last year's unit to the NFL ranks

www.dawgnation.com

The Tape: Freeling has been dominant in both run and pass since recovering from an ankle injury. He has won SEC offensive lineman of the week twice, was PFF's higgest graded lineman week 13. His trajectory is sky high.

Summary: Freeling is the complete package for me. He has a better frame and length than Spencer Fano or Francis Mauigoa, better power than Caleb Lomu, Blake Miller or Trevor Goosby. He has Versatility at RT and LT, and dominant SEC tape.

NFL Comparison: A cross between Jake Long and Nate Solder, with some Will Campbell attitude thrown in.

 

[One-If-By-Sea]

Why Monroe Freeling (currently between 122 and the 300s on most big boards) is my #1 OT:

The Frame: Freeling looks like how you would design a tackle. He has an elite frame. A solid 6'7" 315# with good weight distribution. Was 6'7" 295# in HS. 7' wingspan, > 34" arms, 11" hands. The has better length and a more natural OT frame than Spencer Fano or Drancis Mauigoa.

The Athleticism: Former basketball player who could dunk, TE and some DT. Freeling is explosive and a natural mover with good footwork. He has the athleticism to both re-direct and to recover.

The Power: Freeling has gotten stronger this season. He shows the ability to drive DLs back and overpower them. I would consider him much more powerful than guts like Goosby, Lomu, Miller and Worlds.

The Versatility: Despite only 15 starts, Freeling has played both left and right tackle at the starting SEC level.

The Toughness: This is a guy who slept with ice on his ankle before the Auburn game so he could play. He is a team leader and takes pride in physically dominating opponents. He reminds me a bit of Will Campbell in that regard.

Monroe Freeling helps anchor, rapidly improving ‘very nasty’ O-line at Georgia

Georgia's offensive line has overcome injuries and learned to work together after losing four players off last year's unit to the NFL ranks

www.dawgnation.com

The Tape: Freeling has been dominant in both run and pass since recovering from an ankle injury. He has won SEC offensive lineman of the week twice, was PFF's higgest graded lineman week 13. His trajectory is

Summary: Freeling is the complete package for me. He has a better frame and length than Spencer Fano or Francis Mauigoa, better power than Caleb Lomu, Blake Miller or Trevor Goosby. He has Versatility at RT and LT, and dominant SEC tape.

NFL Comparison: A cross between Jake Long and Nate Solder, with some Will Campbell attitude thrown in.

I love The Frame

 

[One-If-By-Sea]

Why Monroe Freeling (currently between 122 and the 300s on most big boards) is my #1 OT:

The Frame: Freeling looks like how you would design a tackle. He has an elite frame. A solid 6'7" 315# with good weight distribution. Was 6'7" 295# in HS. 7' wingspan, > 34" arms, 11" hands. The has better length and a more natural OT frame than Spencer Fano or Drancis Mauigoa.

The Athleticism: Former basketball player who could dunk, TE and some DT. Freeling is explosive and a natural mover with good footwork. He has the athleticism to both re-direct and to recover.

The Power: Freeling has gotten stronger this season. He shows the ability to drive DLs back and overpower them. I would consider him much more powerful than guts like Goosby, Lomu, Miller and Worlds.

The Versatility: Despite only 15 starts, Freeling has played both left and right tackle at the starting SEC level.

The Toughness: This is a guy who slept with ice on his ankle before the Auburn game so he could play. He is a team leader and takes pride in physically dominating opponents. He reminds me a bit of Will Campbell in that regard.

Monroe Freeling helps anchor, rapidly improving ‘very nasty’ O-line at Georgia

Georgia's offensive line has overcome injuries and learned to work together after losing four players off last year's unit to the NFL ranks

www.dawgnation.com

The Tape: Freeling has been dominant in both run and pass since recovering from an ankle injury. He has won SEC offensive lineman of the week twice, was PFF's higgest graded lineman week 13. His trajectory is

Summary: Freeling is the complete package for me. He has a better frame and length than Spencer Fano or Francis Mauigoa, better power than Caleb Lomu, Blake Miller or Trevor Goosby. He has Versatility at RT and LT, and dominant SEC tape.

NFL Comparison: A cross between Jake Long and Nate Solder, with some Will Campbell attitude thrown in.

When I was in Britain I well in love with Bitter. You guys still have Bitter beer?

 

[mayoclinic]

I'm not a Brit, but I expect England would abolish the monarchy before getting rid of Bitter. I like Black and Tan, myself.

Thought of a more obvious Monroe Freeling comp: Sebastian Vollmer.

 

[manxman2601]

When I was in Britain I well in love with Bitter. You guys still have Bitter beer?

We do, although I have to turn in my Brit card on this one. I just don't like it. I'm a lager guy - give me a long cool one any day.

 

[Clonamery]

We do, although I have to turn in my Brit card on this one. I just don't like it. I'm a lager guy - give me a long cool one any day.

That's what she said.

 

[mayoclinic]

Sh*t. Dane Brugler officially on the Monroe Freeling bandwagon:

An ascending NFL prospect, Georgia left tackle Monroe Freeling continues to put impressive play on tape in pass protection. He is balanced in his pass sets, with thudding hands and the recovery skills to stay on his feet and protect the pocket. Freeling only has 15 college starts under his belt and is still developing, especially as a run blocker, but he would upgrade this offensive tackle class if he declares.

NFL Draft 2026 prospects to watch during college football’s rivalry weekend

For some NFL Draft prospects, this weekend will launch a postseason run. For others, this could be the last chance to impress scouts.

www.nytimes.com

d%#*!@t. d%#*!@t. d%#*!@t.

Freeling has the length, size, footwork, hands, and power. I think he's a 1st round RT.

PFF has Monroe Freeling at 122 in the big board, description now up:

Freeling has the body type of a future NFL offensive tackle the question is what degree of playing time he'll get in the league. He's still a young, ascending player, and even in limited time, he has shown a solid baseline in run blocking, with good posture and technique to take defenders for a ride, especially in a downhill man- or gap-blocking scheme. He has good length and plus moments in pass protection, but ultimately, he lacks anticipation and timing for consistent success there. More pass-protection refinement is needed for a potential starting role.

2026 NFL Draft Rankings: Offensive tackle

PFF’s predictive draft rankings — a forward-looking exercise that blends production, grading and market sentiment to forecast how teams and analysts are likely to value each prospect on draft night.

www.pff.com

So both Dane Brugler and Trevor Sikkema describe Freeling as an "ascending" draft prospect. Brugler lands his pass protection, thinks he needs to get stronger as a run blocker. Sikkema lauds his run blocking, thinks he needs to refine his pass protection.

 

[manxman2601]

PFF has Monroe Freeling at 122 in the big board, description now up:

2026 NFL Draft Rankings: Offensive tackle

PFF’s predictive draft rankings — a forward-looking exercise that blends production, grading and market sentiment to forecast how teams and analysts are likely to value each prospect on draft night.

www.pff.com

So both Dane Brugler and Trevor Sikkema describe Freeling as an "ascending" draft prospect. Brugler lands his pass protection, thinks he needs to get stronger as a run blocker. Sikkema lauds his run blocking, thinks he needs to refine his pass protection.

Brugler also thinks he may not declare, or at least, should go back to school for another year. He does think he's a top 100 pick though.

 

[mayoclinic]