Will Campbell, LT, LSU
Height: 6’6”
Weight: 323
Arm Length: N/A
40-Yard Dash: N/A
10-Yard Split: N/A
3-Cone: N/A
20-Yard Shuttle: N/A
Vertical: N/A
Broad Jump: N/A
Bench Press: N/A
Pros
- Strong throughout his entire body.
- Good leg drive to continue/finish blocks.
- Easily anchors down once engaged with rushers.
- Identifies and reacts stunts and delayed blitzes well.
- Good footwork in his pass drops and when pulling.
- Phenomenal athleticism allows him to come back after falling behind.
- Regularly able to get his hands on defenders first.
Cons
- Beginning stance is very upright.
- Punch can be timed up.
Notes
- Three-year starter for the Tigers at LT.
- Named LSU Offensive Lineman of the Year in 2022 as a true freshman.
- Selected First Team All-SEC by conference coaches in 2023 and 2024.
- Named a Consensus All-America in 2024.
Overview
A three-year starter for the Tigers and consensus All-American, Will Campbell is one of the most decorated members of this year’s draft class. Still, many are questioning his talents at tackle and wondering how he’ll transition to the NFL. Is a move to the inside in play for Campbell?
When it comes to Campbell’s film, there isn’t much to nitpick on. In his pass drops and when pulling, he displays phenomenal footwork, keeping himself balanced. He’s powerful throughout his entire bod,y from his legs to his core to his upper body out to his arms. He’s routinely able to get his hands on rushers first allowing him to establish his very strong grip and easily settle down. Furthermore, Campbell identifies stunts and blitzes well which, then, allows him to react to them in a timely manner. Once engaged with rushers, Campbell continues his leg drive as he plays with a “finisher’s” mentality. Even more, his athleticism allows him to catch up to rushers should he fall behind.
However, if I were to nitpick the former Tiger, I’d begin with his stance. While it works most of the time for generational prospects like himself and Ashton Jeanty, a starting stance too upright leaves him vulnerable should rushers get their hands on him first or get the jump on him with a good first step. To continue, there are times when Campbell’s punch can be timed. Pair this with the fact that he has shorter arms for someone on the outside, and you could get a host of problems. This was all evidenced primarily against South Carolina and, at times, against Ole Miss, as Campbell looked to be playing catch up at moments.
My Two Cents
Because of this, some believe a move to the interior would better suit the LSU product. I, for one, am not a proponent of this. Yes, he may have shorter arms than ideal, but he’s made his money so far on the outside. If anything, he should be given an opportunity at RT should he not be cut for the left side.
Still, I have great faith in Will Campbell, no matter where he’s played. I think he’ll do just fine on the outside but could also be a franchise player on the inside. I don’t know who’ll draft Campbell, but he’s definitely worth a top-10 selection.
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