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Detroit Lions fans in an SB Nation Reacts survey sponsored by FanDuel chose Freeling as the top offensive tackle prospect for the 2026 NFL Draft among six candidates, with comments praising other players like Fano, Proctor, Miller, Lomu and Iheanachor and noting a broad range of opinions reflected in mock drafts.
The piece identifies six plausible first-round targets for the Philadelphia Eagles: four offensive tackles (Monroe Freeling, Kadyn Proctor, Olaivavega Ioane, Blake Miller), two wide receivers (Jordyn Tyson, Omar Cooper), and discusses how fit, upside, and risk—along with potential trade-up needs—could shape a late-first-round pick, all anchored to The Athletic's consensus big board.
Two Detroit Lions-focused analysts unveil a 7-round mock for the 2026 NFL Draft two weeks from kickoff, arguing the first two picks should address offensive tackle and defensive end; they outline ground rules, plan a second mock, and share a video on Pride of Detroit while inviting fan feedback.
Detroit is weighing moving Penei Sewell to left tackle to protect Jared Goff, which would free up the starting right tackle spot for Borom, Manu—or a draft selection. The Lions’ 2026 tackle preview spotlights five top fits for Detroit—Francis Mauigoa, Spencer Fano, Monroe Freeling, Kadyn Proctor and Caleb Lomu—highlighting a deep, high-upside group as Detroit seeks competition behind Borom and Manu while Sewell adds positional flexibility and the team adds young depth in the draft.
South Carolina landed a rare international upgrade in 6-8, ~300-pound Neff Giwa, a rugby standout from Ireland’s PPI Recruits who has never played organized football. After visiting USC twice and receiving an offer on March 20, he committed within 10 days for the 2026 cycle (originally listed for 2027), becoming the fourth offensive lineman in the class and enrolling this summer. 247Sports has him at No. 199 among 2026 OTs; he hails from the program that produced Justin Okoronkwo, and USC has also offered fellow PPI OL Julius Odenthal.
The Minnesota Vikings have signed 6’7”, 307-pound tackle Ryan Van Demark, adding depth to the offensive line after he spent the past three seasons with Buffalo as a swing tackle. The 28-year-old appeared in 43 games with six starts, including four of 17 in 2025, and joined Minnesota on an offer sheet Buffalo declined to match, with no draft-pick compensation involved. Van Demark entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent from Connecticut in 2022 (initially with the Colts) and adds veteran depth following Justin Skule’s departure while also contributing on special teams.
Ex-Falcons offensive tackle Elijah Wilkinson, who signed with the Arizona Cardinals, clashed with Atlanta fans on social media, calling the Falcons a 'clown show' and taunting them about losing the NFC South; the 31-year-old started 17 games for Atlanta last season after Kaleb McGary's injury, illustrating how off-season moves can spark online feuds.
The Carolina Panthers agreed to a one-year deal with Rasheed Walker, a reliable tackle and 48-game starter for the Packers over the past three seasons, to bolster the offensive line while Ikem Ekwonu recovers from a torn patellar tendon suffered in the wild-card game against the Rams; Walker, a 2022 seventh-round pick from Penn State, stands 6-6 and 324 pounds as immediate depth.
Day 2 of NFL free agency has Cleveland weighing four top targets to bolster the roster—OT Rasheed Walker, WR Romeo Doubs, OL guard Teven Jenkins, and P Tommy Townsend—while Bitonio’s potential departure looms. Updates show Doubs signed with the Patriots, Jenkins re-signed with Cleveland, and Walker’s market may be softer than expected, leaving the Browns to decide how aggressively to pursue additions.
Post-combine projections for San Francisco’s No. 27 pick center on adding an edge rusher and long‑term left tackle, with candidates like Keldric Faulk (EDGE, Auburn) and Kadyn Proctor (OT, Alabama) among the posssible first‑round targets, plus other tackles such as Caleb Lomu, Blake Miller, and Monroe Freeling discussed as fits to bolster the defense and protect the QB.
Colorado offensive tackle Jordan Seaton, the top uncommitted transfer, committed to LSU from the NCAA Transfer Portal, choosing the Tigers over Texas, Miami, Mississippi State, Ole Miss and Oregon. The 6-5, 330-pound lineman will have two years of eligibility in Baton Rouge after starting 22 games at Colorado across two seasons, including 13 as a true freshman in 2024, earning second-team All-Big 12 honors and Freshman All-American honors, and carrying a $1.7 million NIL valuation. Seaton visited LSU this past weekend and posted a Tiger Stadium photo with coach Lane Kiffin, signaling LSU's major roster add this offseason as the program rebuilds under Kiffin.
Colorado left tackle Jordan Seaton, the No. 1 offensive tackle in the transfer portal, has entered his name into the portal with Oregon and Texas as frontrunners; the two programs are viewed as major bidders for his services, and Seaton—who started all 22 games for Colorado and is ranked the top OT by On3/247Sports—could command a “blank check” from suitors, with other schools like LSU and Miami also in the mix.
The Cleveland Browns have traded for offensive tackle Cam Robinson from the Houston Texans, filling their need after injuries to key players. Robinson, a seasoned player with 102 career starts, was previously with the Jaguars and briefly with the Vikings before signing with Houston. The trade involves a 2027 sixth-round pick for Cleveland and a seventh-round pick for Houston.
The Cleveland Browns acquired Texans offensive tackle Cam Robinson in a trade involving late-round picks, aiming to strengthen their offensive line, especially at left tackle, due to injuries and Robinson's experience as a reliable pass-blocker.
The Eagles traded offensive tackle Darian Kinnard to the Packers for a 2027 sixth-round pick, part of their busy trade activity including acquiring other players like Fred Johnson and Sam Howell, with Kinnard having limited NFL appearances but three Super Bowl rings.