ESPN Analyst Predicts Clemson OT Blake Miller as Top Draft Pick

Miller is considered one of the top offensive tackle prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft class.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 2:36pm

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ESPN NFL Draft analyst Jordan Reid believes Clemson offensive tackle Blake Miller will be the first Tiger prospect selected in the 2026 NFL Draft. Reid cited Miller's consistent performance and lack of red flags compared to other Clemson draft hopefuls like cornerback Avieon Terrell, defensive tackle Peter Woods, and edge rusher TJ Parker.

Why it matters

As one of the top offensive line prospects in this year's draft, Miller's selection order could impact the overall draft strategy and needs of NFL teams looking to bolster their offensive fronts. Clemson has a strong track record of producing high-caliber NFL talent, so the Tigers' top prospects are closely watched leading up to the draft.

The details

Reid ranked Miller as the No. 39 overall prospect in his early 2026 NFL Draft rankings, praising the offensive tackle's steady play, experience at both tackle spots, and ability to handle defensive fronts. A recent seven-round mock draft from ESPN's Matt Miller featured eight Clemson players being selected, including three in the first round - Miller, Woods, and Terrell.

  • The 2026 NFL Draft will take place from April 23-25 in Pittsburgh.
  • Reid's NFL Draft rankings were released in early February 2026.

The players

Blake Miller

A four-year starting offensive tackle for Clemson who broke the school record for career snaps from scrimmage with 3,778 over 54 consecutive starts, the most by a non-specialist in Clemson history.

Jordan Reid

An ESPN NFL Draft analyst who provided analysis on Clemson's top prospects and predicted Blake Miller would be the first Tiger selected in the 2026 draft.

Avieon Terrell

A Clemson cornerback and NFL draft prospect whose draft stock has some question marks, according to the ESPN analyst.

Peter Woods

A Clemson defensive tackle and NFL draft prospect who is considered a polarizing prospect by teams, according to the ESPN analyst.

TJ Parker

A Clemson edge rusher and NFL draft prospect whose draft value is seen differently by various teams, according to the ESPN analyst.

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What they’re saying

“That's a great question. I honestly would go with Blake Miller, just because there's no stains on his resume right now. What I mean by that is there's some question marks with Terrell with the hamstring [injury]. Peter Woods is a bit polarizing. And there's a bit of a discrepancy with teams as far as how they value TJ Parker, or how highly they value him.”

— Jordan Reid, ESPN NFL Draft Analyst

What’s next

The 2026 NFL Draft will take place from April 23-25 in Pittsburgh, where teams will look to select Clemson's top prospects, including offensive tackle Blake Miller who is expected to be one of the first Tigers off the board.

The takeaway

As one of the most consistent and reliable offensive linemen in Clemson history, Blake Miller has positioned himself as a likely early-round selection in the 2026 NFL Draft. His steady play and lack of red flags make him an appealing option for teams seeking a plug-and-play tackle prospect.