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Top OT Prospect Labeled 'Overhyped' Before 2026 NFL Draft
Scouts question whether Clemson's Blake Miller has the athleticism and awareness to be an instant NFL starter at tackle.
Apr. 15, 2026 at 2:24am
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A cubist deconstruction of an offensive tackle's blocking technique highlights the complexities of evaluating top NFL draft prospects.Clemson TodayAmong the six offensive tackles projected to go in Round 1 of the 2026 NFL draft, Clemson's Blake Miller is being labeled as 'overhyped' by some scouts. While Miller has started 54 games for the Tigers, he is considered the 'greenest' of the top OT prospects and may struggle with the transition to the left tackle position in the pros due to issues with hand timing in pass protection and anchoring in the run game.
Why it matters
Offensive tackle is a premium position in the NFL draft, and this year's class is considered one of the deepest in recent memory. However, if one of the top prospects is indeed overhyped, it could impact the draft stock and rookie success of several teams looking to address their offensive line needs.
The details
According to CBS Sports' Blake Brockermeyer, Miller 'struggles with hand timing in pass protection, which can get him in trouble against athletic edge defenders' and 'struggles to anchor as a mostly vertical setter and doesn't always have his feet rooted when absorbing contact.' Brockermeyer also noted that Miller 'ends up on the ground too often in the run game and struggles to sync his hands and hips for maximum power.' Of the six potential first-round OTs, many scouts consider Miller the 'greenest of the group' due to his limited experience (101 snaps) at left tackle.
- Miller has started 54 games over four seasons at Clemson.
- The 2026 NFL Draft is scheduled for April.
The players
Blake Miller
A 6-foot-7, 315-pound offensive tackle who has started 54 games for Clemson over the past four seasons, primarily at right tackle.
Blake Brockermeyer
A CBS Sports analyst who has expressed concerns about Miller's ability to transition to the left tackle position in the NFL.
What they’re saying
“'Blake Miller is an ironman and model of consistency, starting 54 games in four seasons at Clemson. He's a solid player who has improved each year and brings a professional approach to development. I don't see the athleticism or awareness for him to be an instant NFL starter at tackle.'”
— Blake Brockermeyer, CBS Sports Analyst
What’s next
The 2026 NFL Draft will take place in April, where teams will have to evaluate whether Miller's experience and consistency outweigh the concerns about his athleticism and technique.
The takeaway
The depth of this year's offensive tackle class means teams will have options, but the potential overvaluation of Blake Miller could impact the draft stock and rookie success of several teams looking to address their offensive line needs.
