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NFL Prospect Will Campbell Defends Tackle Role Despite Arm Length Concerns

The LSU standout, projected as a top-10 pick, challenges critics questioning his ability to remain at left tackle in the NFL.

Offensive lineman Will Campbell of the LSU Tigers poses for a portrait at the Indiana Convention Center on February 27, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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Overview

  • Will Campbell, LSU's All-American offensive lineman, is a projected top-10 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft despite concerns about his arm length.
  • At 32-5/8 inches, Campbell's arm length falls below the 34-inch threshold typically preferred for NFL tackles, prompting discussions about a potential move to guard.
  • Campbell strongly criticized the focus on his arm measurements, stating that his on-field success should outweigh physical metrics.
  • NFL teams are evaluating Campbell's elite college performance, which includes 31 starts at left tackle, against the positional trade-offs his arm length might pose.
  • The debate reflects broader issues in the NFL draft process, including the economic disparity between tackle and guard positions and the challenges of projecting college players' professional success.