Friday, January 16, 2026

2026 NFL Draft Prospect C Logan Jones

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7 college football standouts who could face long wait in 2026 NFL Draft (C Logan Jones, Iowa:  Jones probably won't stir the same level of excitement as other figures on this list, but he belongs nonetheless. The Rimington Trophy winner was the tone-setter for a line that once again was college football's standard-bearer up front, with the unit winning the Joe Moore Award for the nation's most outstanding offensive line. A unanimous All-American and four-year starter, he set himself apart from his peers as a savvy blocker who's at his best on the move.  His pro projection, however, is considerably more muddled than his college standing. Jones is part of a pack of centers – including Kansas State's Sam Hecht, Auburn's Connor Lew and Florida's Jake Slaughter – who figure to come off the board at some point on Day 3. Each is widely considered a potential early starter and has been ranked closely to the others, with all four coming in from No. 88 to 98 on USA TODAY Sports' big board. But Jones has had to combat questions about his short arms (30 3/4 inches) and ability to anchor, so he could end up being pushed down in the positional pecking order.) (4-22-26):  https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/draft/2026/04/21/nfl-draft-2026-long-wait-diego-pavia/89700804007/


2026 All-NFL Scouting Combine Team: Notre Dame RB Jeremiyah Love Wows (Center: Logan Jones, Iowa:  The next Iowa product to flourish as a pro showed the football world he is an A-plus athlete with his jaw-dropping performance in Indianapolis. Jones not only ripped off a 4.94-second time in the 40-yard dash with a 1.74-second 10-yard split, but his movements match the short-area dominance that he displays on tape. With his quick hands and nimble feet shining in pass protection and on zone blocks, the 6-foot-3, 299-pounder moves to the top of the list of pivots in the 2026 class.) (3-6-26):  https://www.foxsports.com/stories/nfl/nfl-scouting-combine-top-players

10 Players Who Moved Up to Second Day of NFL Draft With Combine Performance (Logan Jones, IOL, Iowa:  The center class possesses quality all throughout, but some of those prospects are projections at the position after playing guard or tackle in college. Iowa's Logan Jones is a pure center and four-year starter. Jones ran the fastest 40-yard dash among all offensive linemen at 4.90 seconds, and his 7.46 three-cone was great, too. An easy mover in a zone-blocking scheme, NFL teams will appreciate his athleticism and projection into the league's most popular offensive system.) (3-3-26):  https://www.si.com/nfl/draft/onsi/news/10-players-who-moved-up-to-second-day-of-nfl-draft-with-combine-performance

2026 NFL Combine O-Lineman Winners: Utah’s Spencer Fano Impresses as ASU’s Max Iheanachor Sees Dramatic Rise: (Logan Jones/C/Iowa:  Jones is considered one of the most athletic centers available in the draft, and he proved as much at the combine. He timed 4.9 seconds in the 40 with a 10-yard split of 1.74 seconds. He hit 32 inches in the vertical jump and then translated that athleticism onto the field during drills. His arms measured 30¾ inches, which will be a red flag for teams even if an adjustment is made during pro day. Yet considering his testing numbers match his style of play, Jones will be a solid Day 3 pick for a zone-blocking offense.) (3-2-26):  https://www.essentiallysports.com/nfl-active-news-flagship-twenty-twenty-six-nfl-combine-o-lineman-winners-utahs-spencer-fano-impresses-as-asus-max-iheanachor-sees-dramatic-rise/

All-Combine Team Offense: Who rocked Indy? Best NFL fits? (Logan Jones Iowa - Best team fits: Cleveland Browns, Tennessee Titans, Detroit Lions, Carolina Panthers.  There is some legitimate depth at center in this class, making this selection more challenging for me than in previous years. In the end, however, I couldn't look past Jones, a center who ran a 4.9 40 at 299 pounds and delivered a performance that was visually very similar to Vega Ioane's (a big compliment), displaying a firm base, excellent balance and light feet -- the desired trifecta for aspiring interior linemen. Add in the Iowa pedigree and clear technical polish that comes from playing at an offensive line factory, and you have a pro-ready center who has the athleticism and training to make a difference in today's NFL.) (3-2-26):  https://www.nfl.com/news/2026-all-combine-team-offense-nfl-draft

Everything Detroit Lions Fans Need to Know After NFL Combine (Who were top performers at the Combine?
Offensively, Oregon tight end Kenyon Saddiq was one of the top performers regardless of position with an exciting all-around showing. Center Logan Jones of Iowa and offensive tackle Spencer Fano were also among the more productive performers, as both were sub-five seconds in the 40-yard dash.) (3-2-26):  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/onsi/news/everything-detroit-lions-fans-need-to-know-after-nfl-combine-2026

2026 NFL Combine Stock Report – Offensive Linemen (Up - Logan Jones, C, Iowa:  Logan Jones posted great numbers at the combine. He ran a 4.90 40 time with a 1.74 10-yard split. He also clocked in with the fastest short shuttle and the second-best 3-cone time. Those drills are very important for determining offensive line success.) (3-1-26):  https://walterfootball.com/teams-see-caleb-lomu-as-a-late-1.php

10 Offensive Linemen Who Won the NFL Combine (Logan Jones, C, Iowa:  Iowa center Logan Jones ran the fastest 40 yard dash of any offensive linemen at 4.90 seconds. His 10-yard split was pretty excellent as well (1.74). Jones is a super athletic blocker with easy movement skills on tape. Iowa is a blueblood program when it comes to producing offensive linemen and Jones and his teammate Gennings Dunker will continue the tradition this year. Jones displays terrific initial burst off the snap. He'd be an excellent fit for a zone-blocking team at the next level.) (3-1-26):  https://www.si.com/nfl/draft/onsi/news/10-offensive-linemen-who-won-the-nfl-combine

NFL Combine Risers and Fallers 2026: Intel on the Offensive Linemen Who Stood out (RISERS - Logan Jones, C, Iowa:  Jones tested well enough to secure his spot amongst the top centers in the class. The 6' 3", 299-pound Jones is tough and athletic, and his numbers supported him. He timed the fastest 40-yard dash of the day at 4.90 seconds to go along with a 32-inch vertical and a 9' 2" broad jump. Jones has a strong chance to be a Day 2 pick.) (3-1-26):  https://www.si.com/nfl/nfl-combine-risers-fallers-2026-intel-offensive-linemen-who-stood-out

Combine OL grades: Who helped their draft stock Sunday? (Logan Jones, Iowa - Measurables: 6-foot-2⅞, 299 pounds, 9½-inch hands, 30¾-inch arm length.  Testing: 4.90-second 40-yard dash, 1.75-second 10-yard split, 32-inch vertical jump, 9-foot-2 broad jump, 7.46-second 3-cone, 4.59-second shuttle.  Jones adds depth to an already strong center class. While Iowa linemen are known for physicality, Jones paired that with an impressive athletic showing. From the 40-yard dash to the long pull drill, he consistently showed range.) (3-1-26):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/2026-nfl-combine-offensive-line-grades-spencer-fano-kadyn-proctor/

Stock Up/Down: OL (Stock up - Logan Jones:  I couldn’t help but compare Jones to another former Iowa center, Tyler Linderbaum, after watching Jones on Sunday. The 6-2 7/8, 299-pound Jones measured 3/4 of an inch taller and three pounds heavier than Linderbaum did at the 2022 combine. Jones posted excellent results in the vertical (32 inches), 3-cone drill (7.46 seconds) and 40-yard dash (4.90), while Linderbaum didn't run or jump in Indianapolis back in ‘22. Jones was as solid as you'd expect in drills, moving around cones with no issue and giving full effort on every rep. Teams relying primarily on zone-blocking schemes should lock him up in the top 50 selections.) (3-1-26):  https://www.nfl.com/news/2026-nfl-combine-stock-up-stock-down-day-4-seven-offensive-linemen-on-the-move

2026 NFL Combine results: 5 winners from the centers group (Logan Jones, Iowa (6-foot-3, 299):  Jones has firmly landed on the radar of Lions fans, showing up consistently in mock drafts, and he only strengthened that buzz with an impressive workout. Slightly undersized, he compensates with power and movement skills, though his lack of length will be a legitimate hurdle at the next level. His 30.75-inch arm length (second percentile) is a clear outlier, meaning his fluidity and footwork will have to carry even more weight in his projection.  A known workout warrior and athletic specimen at Iowa, Jones backed up that reputation in Indianapolis. He led all offensive linemen with a 4.90-second 40-yard dash, added a solid 1.75-second 10-yard split, and posted a 32-inch vertical along with a 9-foot-2 broad jump.  On the field, Jones looked like a technician. His feet were rapid and controlled through drills, and he maintained a strong center of gravity on the move. In pass protection work, he consistently played square with a stable, sturdy base, showing natural lateral mobility and strong post-leg stability.) (3-1-26):  https://www.prideofdetroit.com/detroit-lions-draft/158385/2026-nfl-combine-results-5-winners-from-the-centers-group

Day 4: Offensive linemen (Who are the biggest risers from Day 4? Logan Jones, C, Iowa:  My top-ranked center coming into the combine all but solidified himself as the top option at the position. At 6-foot-3, 299 pounds, he ran the fastest 40-yard dash of any offensive linemen at 4.90 seconds. Jones is viewed as an ideal fit for teams that operate in zone schemes, as he's an excellent on-the-move run blocker. I expect Jones to be picked inside of the top 100 picks and become a starter early on in his career. -- Reid) (3-1-26):  https://www.espn.com/nfl/draft2026/story/_/id/47978529/2026-nfl-combine-top-draft-prospects-workouts-risers-40-every-position#day4takeaways

Could one of draft's top center prospects be a fit for Lions? (Iowa's Logan Jones, Auburn's Connor Lew, Duke's Brian Parker II and Alabama's Parker Brailsford are other centers Detroit could consider in Day 3 of the draft.) (2-28-26):  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/could-one-of-draft-s-top-center-prospects-be-a-fit-for-lions

2026 NFL Draft: 5 sleepers to watch at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine (C Logan Jones, Iowa:  Jones has logged more than 2,800 snaps in his college career and has started at center for Iowa for the past four seasons. A multi-sport athlete in high school, he played on both the offensive and defensive lines, won state titles in the shot put and discus and started at center on the varsity basketball team.  Jones recorded in-game athleticism scores of 87.4 and 88.2 over the past two seasons and was clocked at more than 19 m.p.h. in 2024 — all while weighing 300 pounds. He has the profile to draw attention in Indianapolis.) (2-25-26):  https://www.pff.com/news/draft-2026-nfl-draft-5-sleepers-2026-nfl-scouting-combine

5 players to watch at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine (One other big man to watch would be Iowa C Logan Jones, who, with a good performance, would follow in a long line of Hawkeye linemen to show well at the combine. He’s not quite the athlete Ravens C Tyler Linderbaum was coming out of Iowa City, but he’s close. He should run well, jump high and, as many from that program seem to do, crush the shuttles.) (2-24-26):  https://www.thebiglead.com/5-players-to-watch-at-the-2026-nfl-scouting-combine/

2026 NFL Combine Records: 6 Drills, 6 Record Holders, and Prospects Who Can Challenge Them (Short Shuttle - Current Record Holder: Dunta Robinson (3.75s). Best Chance to Break It: Logan Jones, OC, Iowa.  Dunta Robinson’s record isn’t really in danger, but only five players had a sub-4.10s short shuttle at the 2025 NFL Combine. Iowa center Logan Jones can join that group this week. Jones is a former basketball player who’s a little undersized for the position, but is a crazy athlete. He reportedly had a 4.09 short shuttle last offseason, which would be 0.40s better than any offensive lineman from last year’s combine.) (2-23-26):  https://thedraftnetwork.com/2026/02/23/2026-nfl-combine-records

2026 NFL Combine preview: 10 IOL prospects the Lions should be scouting (Logan Jones, C, Iowa (6-foot-2 1/2, 300):  Jones is a terrific athlete, checked in as the No. 7 player on The Athletic’s Bruce Feldman’s Freaks list, won the 2025 Rimington Award for college football’s best center, anchored a Joe Moore Award-winning offensive line, and only surrendered one sack in the past two combined seasons (per PFF). While the trophy case and resume have led some analysts to put him at the top of their center rankings, Jones will have to overcome a lack of play strength and arm length at the NFL level.  Who’s the top center in this class? -   In pass protection, Jones has a great first step, quick feet, and works through the whistle. He can sustain his anchor, but his average strength leaves him lacking drive power. He uses jump sets to change angles and adjusts well to defensive line stunts and switches, but bull rushers can get the best of him.  Jones is a plus run blocker and is especially strong as an outside zone mover, but again, he ends up being more of a sustainer than a mover. He always looks to initiate contact, and when on the move, closes space in a hurry, but he needs to stay under control and not miss due to his limited length.) (2-21-26): https://www.prideofdetroit.com/detroit-lions-draft/156657/2026-nfl-combine-preview-10-iol-prospects-the-lions-should-be-scouting

NFL Combine Primer: Highest-graded prospects, sleepers, rankings and schedule (Highest-Graded Centers (Three-Year Sample) - 3. Logan Jones, Iowa (81.9):  Including Iowa's bowl game, Jones went his final six college games without surrendering pressure. His final two years with the Hawkeyes were filled with improvement, headlined by eight pressures allowed in the span after he conceded a whopping 42 in his first two seasons with the team.) (2-18-26):  https://www.pff.com/news/draft-nfl-combine-primer-schedule-highest-graded-prospects-sleepers-big-board-rankings

2026 Combine preview: Interior offensive line (4. Logan Jones, Iowa, 6-3, 302:  Jones is a freakish athlete who was dunking a basketball as a freshman in high school at over 250 pounds and holds the Iowa record for a center with a 36.6 vertical, per The Athletic. He was the 2025 recipient of the Rimington Trophy awarded to the best center in college football and has 50 college starts under his belt.) (2-18-26):  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/2026-combine-preview-interior-offensive-line-ioane-bisontis-pregnon

2026 NFL Combine: Prospects to Watch at Every Position (Logan Jones, Iowa:  Logan Jones made 51 career starts at Iowa. Teams will appreciate his experience. As an athlete, the former basketball player set the program's record with a 705-pound squat to pair with a 36.6-inch vertical, per Feldman.) (2-12-26):  https://thedraftnetwork.com/2026/02/12/nfl-combine-2026-prospects-to-watch

2026 NFL Draft: PFSN’s Consensus Top 10 Interior Offensive Linemen Include Olaivavega Ioane, Gennings Dunker (8. Logan Jones, Iowa:  The top-ranked natural center in PFSN’s consensus interior offensive line rankings, Logan Jones, looks to be next in a long line of Iowa offensive linemen to succeed in the NFL. He won the Rimington Award as the best center in college football in 2025 and was also a unanimous All-American in his final year.  Jones is a physically gifted center prospect who’s shown technical development over the years to project as a future NFL starter. He’s an explosive athlete who’s quick off the snap and should test extremely well at the Combine. He also blocks with a mean streak and good grip strength when he sets his hands right, and though he’s had some injury issues along the way, he’s had enough reps to improve his football IQ over time.) (1-9-26):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/2026-nfl-draft-pfsn-consensus-top-interior-offensive-linemen/

Open Debate on Top Center Prospect (In the early going of the draft process, Auburn’s Connor Lew was the consensus top center prospect for the 2026 NFL Draft. Lew was playing well for the Tigers in the first half of the 2025 season, and multiple team sources said they had Lew projected with a starter grade. However, midway through the season, Lew tore his ACL, and that opened up the competition for the top center for the 2026 NFL Draft. In surveying many team sources, there was a variety of names as to who would be the top center prospect.  A few team sources felt Lew would still be the top center despite the ACL injury. A few said Florida’s Jake Slaughter could be the top center. One source said they thought Iowa’s Logan Jones could be the top center.) (12-27-25):  https://walterfootball.com/open-debate-on-top-center-prospect.php

2026 NFL Draft prospects: Top 10 players on offense (Interior offensive line - 8. Logan Jones, Iowa:  Jones' athleticism and run blocking acumen at center will make him an ideal fit in a zone-based scheme but he'll need to improve his play strength to last long-term.) (12-20-25):  https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/draft/2025/12/13/2026-nfl-draft-top-10-rankings-offense/87685462007/

2026 NFL Draft Guide to Bowl Season: The Best Prospect At Each Position (Center: Logan Jones, Iowa.  Kirk Ferentz and the Iowa Hawkeyes have yet another future NFL starter at center in Jones, a 6-foot-3, 302-pounder who combines initial quickness, powerful leg drive and the savvy gained from starting 50 career games for the Hawkeyes. Though he lacks elite size, Jones can drive opponents off the ball and does a nice job of peeling off his initial blocks to get an adequate pop on defenders at the second level. He is more instinctive than truly agile and won’t wow in workouts. He is the type that coaches will like more than the scouts and wind up outplaying his draft selection. Jones was voted a permanent team captain at Iowa and was recently named the winner of this year’s Rimington Trophy as the nation’s top center.  Projected NFL Draft Grade: 2nd-3rd round. NFL comparison: Creed Humphrey, Kansas City Chiefs) (12-19-25):  https://www.foxsports.com/stories/nfl/2026-nfl-draft-guide-bowl-season-best-prospect-each-position


Iowa football duo named Walter Camp First Team All-Americans (Iowa football took to X on Friday to announce that a pair of Hawks had been named Walter Camp First Team All-Americans: Logan Jones and Kaden Wetjen.  Jones is the best center in college football, as shown by his Rimington Award trophy. He was a slam dunk to be the First Team center after an excellent senior season, during which he anchored an Iowa offensive line that's a finalist for the Joe Moore Award. That unit kept quarterback Mark Gronowski clean for the most part and opened up big holes for a successful running game. Jones was a huge reason why.) (12-13-25):  https://hawkeyeswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/college/hawkeyes/football/2025/12/13/iowa-football-all-american-walter-camp-kaden-wetjen-logan-jones/87749707007/


PFF 2025 All-Big Ten Team: Fernando Mendoza, Jeremiah Smith and more (C: Logan Jones, Iowa) (12-10-25):  https://www.pff.com/news/pff-2025-all-big-ten-team-fernando-mendoza-jeremiah-smith-and-more

PFF 2025 All-America Team: Jeremiah Smith, Jacob Rodriguez and more (Center: Logan Jones, Iowa:  Jones was the Power Four’s highest-graded center last season, earning an 83.6 mark. His 84.0 PFF grade this year is the best in the nation by nearly two points. Jones is the only center in America who has top-five marks as a pass-blocker (second) and run-blocker (third).) (12-10-25):  https://www.pff.com/news/pff-2025-all-america-team-jeremiah-smith-jacob-rodriguez-and-more

Three Iowa Offensive Lineman Earn All-B1G Honors (All-B1G First Team - Logan Jones:  As an Outland Trophy finalist, Jones has his work cut out for him but he's closer than ever to bringing some hardware home. Iowa has had a few players win the trophy in the past, but the last time a Hawkeye won it was in 2014.  Jones joins Stephens as two of the top three graded players from Pro Football Focus. Stephens topped the list with an 88.3 grade, but Jones wasn't too far behind with his 84.0. Jones third place PFF finish shows just how dominant he was at a position that doesn't get enough love in the game of football.) (12-4-25):  https://www.si.com/college/iowa/football/three-iowa-hawkeyes-offensive-lineman-earn-all-b1g-honors

2026 NFL Draft Rankings: Interior offensive linemen (11. Logan Jones, Iowa Hawkeyes - Big board rank: 190.  Jones is a feisty, high-intelligence center prospect who has experience at both center and even defensive tackle at the college level. He has quick footwork and good overall athleticism, enabling him to reach and block effectively in zone-blocking schemes. He's also very comfortable hand-fighting and repositioning. His arm length isn't just short; it's outlier-short, even for a center. This makes it easier for defenders to cross his face and shed his blocks, even if he gets his hands inside.) (12-1-25):  https://www.pff.com/news/draft-2026-nfl-draft-interior-offensive-linemen-rankings

College Football Week 11: Team of the Week, Player Awards (National Team of the Week - C: Logan Jones, Iowa.  Big Ten Team of the Week - C: Logan Jones, Iowa) (11-9-25):  https://www.pff.com/news/college-football-week-11-team-of-the-week-player-awards-2025

Top two Iowa Hawkeyes NFL Draft prospects are offensive linemen; naturally (11-1-25):  https://draftwire.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/draft/2025/11/01/c-logan-jones-rg-kade-pieper-iowa-pro-prospects/87042033007/


College Football: 2025 Midseason All-America Team (Center: Logan Jones, Iowa.  Jones’ 83.7 PFF grade is over three points higher than any other center in the country. His 78.6 PFF run-blocking grade is also the highest in the nation, while his 85.7 PFF pass-blocking grade is fifth. Jones has only surrendered two pressures across 171 pass-blocking snaps this season.) (10-17-25):  https://www.pff.com/news/college-football-2025-midseason-all-america-team

Iowa football's Logan Jones stands alone as best center in college football in Week 7 (10-17-25):  https://hawkeyeswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/college/hawkeyes/football/2025/09/04/iowa-football-logan-jones-pff-vs-albany/85966954007/

College Football Week 7: Team of the Week, Player Awards (National Team of the Week - C: Logan Jones, Iowa.  Big Ten Team of the Week - C: Logan Jones, Iowa) (10-12-25):  https://www.pff.com/news/college-football-week-7-team-of-the-week-player-awards-2025

Iowa football offensive line stands alone as top-graded unit in the country (C: Logan Jones - 84.5 (1st)) (9-23-25):  https://hawkeyeswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/college/hawkeyes/football/2025/09/23/iowa-football-offensive-line-pro-focus-best-unit-america/86307771007/

College Football Week 4: Team of the Week, Player Awards (Big Ten Team of the Week - C: Logan Jones, Iowa) (9-21-25):  https://www.pff.com/news/college-football-week-4-team-of-the-week-player-awards-2025

College Football Week 3: PFF Team of the Week and Player Awards (C: Logan Jones, Iowa) (9-18-25):  https://www.pff.com/news/college-football-week-3-pff-team-of-the-week-and-player-awards-2023

Big Ten Football Team of the Week: Dylan Raiola, Jonah Coleman Headline the Highest-Graded Players in Week 2 (Big Ten Team of the Week | First Team - OL: Olaivavega Ioane, Penn State: 87.4 (B+).) (9-9-25):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/cfb/big-ten-football-team-of-the-week-2/

2026 NFL Draft: College Game Recaps – Week 2 (There was a good draft matchup in this game with Iowa State nose tackle Dominique Orange taking on Iowa center Logan Jones. At 6-foot-4, 335 pounds, Orange is a large defender, and it was interesting to see how the 6-foot-3, 290-pound Jones could handle a big tackle. Overall, Orange played well, but he did not wreck the game for Iowa.  Jones was solid against Iowa State. He did not get beaten for any sacks and was reliable in pass protection. He was not getting much of a push as a ground blocker, and Jones should add strength for the NFL. He might need some developmental time as a backup. Jones could be a day-three pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.) (9-6-25):  https://walterfootball.com/draft2026recap_02.php


2026 NFL Draft Summer Scouting: Interior Offensive Line Overview (Zone Centers - Logan Jones, Iowa.  Strengths:  Versatile trench player with an offensive and defensive line background and intelligence.  Quick footwork to shuffle and retreat after the snap.  Decent punch as a combination blocker; leg drive is the main reason.  Good athleticism to climb to the second level.  Hands and feet constantly move in unison.  Quick handwork.  Weaknesses:  Tends to lunge and miss his aiming points while blocking in space.  Arm length is an outlier (short).  Defenders can cross his face more easily due to his lack of length when reacting.  Scouting Summary:  Jones is a feisty, high-intelligence center prospect who has experience at both center and even defensive tackle at the college level. He has quick footwork and good overall athleticism to reach and block successfully in zone-blocking schemes. He's also very comfortable hand-fighting and repositioning. His arm length isn't just short — it's outlier short, even for a center. This makes it easier for defenders to cross his face and shed his blocks, even if he gets his hands inside.) (9-3-25):  https://www.pff.com/news/draft-2026-nfl-draft-summer-scouting-interior-offensive-line-overview-2025

Top 25 Returning College Football Offensive Linemen for 2025 Include Spencer Fano, Ar’Maj Reed-Adams, and Logan Jones (5. Logan Jones, Iowa - 2024 PFSN College OL+ Grade: 93.00 (A).  The latest in a deep crop of Iowa offensive linemen, Logan Jones was a first-team All-Big Ten player who generated some NFL Draft buzz for his play in 2024. Ultimately, he decided to stay in school for another year, making him the second-highest returning center by PFSN’s OL+ metric going into 2025.  Jones’ 82.3 PFF run-blocking grade trails only Brady Small and Ar’maj Reed-Adams among offensive linemen appearing on this list. He also didn’t allow a single sack in pass protection and had an allowed pressure rate of just 2.7% of true pass set-blocking snaps.) (8-23-25):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/cfb/college-football-top-returning-offensive-linemen-2025/



Renner's NFL Draft position rankings: Top 10 IOL (Logan Jones - Player type: Outside zone/pulling center.  Room for improvement: Size.  Early grade: Early Day 3.  Logan Jones is the kind of player you wish you could wave a wand and make him grow. He's an outstanding athlete with the kind of technique you'd expect from someone who's started three years at center for Kirk Ferentz.  He's 10th on this list because he's got such a tiny frame by NFL standards. While he technically tips the scales at more than 300 pounds, Jones has thin shoulders and under 31-inch arms that make you worry how he'll handle NFL power at nose tackle. What answers would he have against someone like Dexter Lawrence (not that many NFL centers have them anyways)? There's not a single starting offensive lineman in the NFL with arms that short. He reminds me of former Hawkeyes center Austin Blythe who had 30 ¼-inch arms himself. Blythe was dominant at times at Iowa, but fell to the seventh round because of his frame. He started three seasons with the Rams, who were an outside zone heavy team at the time, but struggled with inconsistency.) (8-12-25):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/renners-nfl-draft-summer-position-rankings-best-interior-ol-for-2026-including-the-next-tyler-linderbaum/

Three Iowa football players make the 2025 'Freaks List' with athletic prowess (A former basketball player who was in the 260-pound range in high school, Jones first dunked in ninth grade at about 6-1. Now, at 303 pounds, he is one of the country’s best centers. Last year, Jones had zero sacks allowed in 280 pass blocking snaps, per PFF. He set the program record this offseason with a 705-pound squat. He holds the position record with a 36.6-inch vertical, a 1.53 10-yard split and a 4.09 shuttle. His 470-pound hang clean this summer is also a position record, but he was hoping to break the program record for all players held by another Freaks List alum, Tristan Wirfs.  “It’s a good number,” Jones said, “but I broke my hand in the winter, so I know I could’ve gotten more. Wirfs was five. I feel I could’ve gotten it, or gotten close at least. But I’m proud of my hang clean.” - Feldman, The Athletic.)  How Logan Jones went from Iowa football D-lineman to a top center in college football) (7-29-25):  https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6522767/2025/08/04/college-football-freaks-list-ohio-state-jeremiah-smith/

Insider Notes on Kirk Ferentz's Iowa: Grading top Hawkeyes prospects ft. Mark Gronowski, Deshaun Lee, and more (Center Logan Jones is quick, explosive and very effective blocking in motion. He easily slides in space on passing downs and gets to the second level to take linebackers from the action. What he lacks is strength, as Jones rarely finishes blocks. He’s a poor man’s Tyler Linderbaum.) (7-25-25):  https://www.sportskeeda.com/college-football/news-insider-notes-kirk-ferentz-s-iowa-grading-top-hawkeyes-prospects-ft-mark-gronowski-deshaun-lee

Iowa Football: Ranking The Hawkeyes' Top 30 Players Ahead of 2025 Season (3. C Logan Jones:  The native of Council Bluffs, Iowa, anchored the Hawkeye offensive line that allowed just 15 sacks and helped Iowa rush for 2,599 yards in the regular season, the most since 2002. Jones was the highest-graded center (among power-four players) by Pro Football Focus last season with an 83.4. Jones has steadily been one of Iowa's most consistent offensive linemen the last two seasons after having a rough adjustment to the position to start his career after moving from defensive tackle.) (7-5-25):  https://247sports.com/college/iowa/longformarticle/iowa-football-top-players-2025-season-gennings-dunker-aaron-graves-logan-joines-251520780/#2667216




Iowa football center Logan Jones stands atop the best centers in the Power Four in 2025 (5-27-25):  https://hawkeyeswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/college/hawkeyes/football/2025/05/27/iowa-football-center-logan-jones-best-power-four/83867979007/

10 offensive linemen to know for the 2026 NFL Draft (Logan Jones, Iowa:  Jones was the Power Four’s highest-graded center this past season, earning an 83.6 mark. He was particularly dominant in the run game, leading all Power Four centers with an 82.3 PFF run-blocking grade. Despite weighing only 293 pounds, Jones is a powerful player who can get to the second level with ease. He’s no slouch as a pass protector, either, placing 10th in the Power Four with a 1.8% pressure rate allowed in 2024.) (5-8-25):  https://www.pff.com/news/draft-offensive-linemen-to-know-2026-nfl-draft

Iowa Football: An early look at the Hawkeyes' top 2026 NFL Draft prospects (OL Logan Jones - Jones was seen as a top-five center that was eligible for the 2025 NFL Draft, but elected to stay at Iowa for a sixth season. If Jones can put together a strong 2025 campaign, then he could be a solid day two pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Here is a breakdown of Jones' NFL Draft stock, per NFLDraftBuzz.com. It'll be interesting to see what Jones' upside is like in the NFL and what this season could do for him. He is a great athlete and while he's not Tyler Linderbaum, people are going to draw comparisons there as he switched from defensive line to offensive line, and played at Iowa.   "Logan Jones brings excellent athleticism to the center position, showcasing decent lateral agility for an interior lineman. His multi-sport background contributes to functional strength, but his technique remains unrefined. Jones' quick transition from defensive line to center demonstrates adaptability, yet he's still raw in many aspects of the position. Jones struggles with consistency in pass protection, often losing leverage against savvy defenders. His hand placement and anchor need significant work to hold up against NFL-caliber defensive tackles. While he shows flashes in the run game, his overall impact is limited by inconsistent execution and lack of dominating power at the point of attack. Jones profiles as a developmental center prospect with special teams potential. His athleticism could make him a practice squad candidate as he refines his technique. While he may not be an immediate contributor, Jones could compete for a backup role. Teams looking for center depth in the late rounds or as a priority free agent might see Jones as a low-risk, decent-upside prospect.") (4-27-25):  https://247sports.com/college/iowa/longformarticle/iowa-hawkeyes-football-2026-nfl-draft-prospects-gennings-dunker-mark-gronowski-logan-jones-249366548/#2642235

Two Iowa football offensive linemen in CBS Sports' top 150 2025 college football players (Logan Jones comes in at No. 71 due to his experience and veteran understanding along the offensive line.  71. Logan Jones, C, Iowa:  Veteran with over 2,000 snaps who plays with leverage, technique and edge. Lifts and torques DTs with strength and angles, and consistently reaches the second level to finish blocks. Nasty tone-setter on one of the most physical OLs in the country. - Blake Brockenmeyer, CBS Sports) (4-15-25):  https://hawkeyeswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/college/hawkeyes/football/2025/04/15/iowa-football-cbs-sports-top-150-players-logan-jones-gennings-dunker/83084317007/

Iowa Football: An early look at the Hawkeyes' top 2026 NFL Draft prospects (OL Logan Jones:  Jones was seen as a top-five center that was eligible for the 2025 NFL Draft, but elected to stay at Iowa for a sixth season. If Jones can put together a strong 2025 campaign, then he could be a solid day two pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Here is a breakdown of Jones' NFL Draft stock, per NFLDraftBuzz.com. It'll be interesting to see what Jones' upside is like in the NFL and what this season could do for him. He is a great athlete and while he's not Tyler Linderbaum, people are going to draw comparisons there as he switched from defensive line to offensive line, and played at Iowa.  "Logan Jones brings excellent athleticism to the center position, showcasing decent lateral agility for an interior lineman. His multi-sport background contributes to functional strength, but his technique remains unrefined. Jones' quick transition from defensive line to center demonstrates adaptability, yet he's still raw in many aspects of the position. Jones struggles with consistency in pass protection, often losing leverage against savvy defenders. His hand placement and anchor need significant work to hold up against NFL-caliber defensive tackles. While he shows flashes in the run game, his overall impact is limited by inconsistent execution and lack of dominating power at the point of attack. Jones profiles as a developmental center prospect with special teams potential. His athleticism could make him a practice squad candidate as he refines his technique. While he may not be an immediate contributor, Jones could compete for a backup role. Teams looking for center depth in the late rounds or as a priority free agent might see Jones as a low-risk, decent-upside prospect.") (4-27-25):  https://247sports.com/college/iowa/longformarticle/iowa-hawkeyes-football-2026-nfl-draft-prospects-gennings-dunker-mark-gronowski-logan-jones-249366548/#2642235

College Football: Top 10 returning interior offensive linemen entering the 2025 season (4. Logan Jones, Iowa:  Jones was the Power Four’s highest-graded center this past season, earning an 83.6 mark. He was particularly dominant in the run game, leading all Power Four centers with an 82.3 run-blocking grade. Despite weighing only 293 pounds, Jones is a powerful player who gets to the second level with ease.  He’s no slouch as a pass protector, placing 10th in the Power Four with a 1.8% pressure rate allowed this past season.) (2-26-25):  https://www.pff.com/news/college-football-top-10-returning-interior-offensive-linemen-2025

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