Friday, April 24, 2026

Blake Miller Rankings

Overall:

Yahoo McDonald (8. Blake Miller, OT, Clemson:  Clemson’s offense struggled at times last season, but it wasn’t due to its offensive line play. For the first time in his entire tenure, Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney has an offensive tackle prospect who drew the attention of NFL scouts in the first round of the draft. Miller has primarily played on the right side of the line, but he has the athleticism to cleanly make a move over to the left side if his future team wants that.):  https://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/article/2026-nfl-draft-final-big-board-4-defenders-rank-in-top-5-and-perhaps-a-surprise-wr1-174645731.html


Yahoo Tice (18. Blake Miller, OT, Clemson:  Miller has locked down the right side of Clemson’s offensive line for nearly threescores of games (54 career starts!) and is a very good athlete who maximizes his quickness and length with heady play. Miller plays upright, but still makes it work because he’s such a smooth mover. His long arms can get too wide and he can be all over the place with his strike point. If he can keep tightening his hands, it will help his balance and ability to engage even more. He looks like he can be a good starter at the right tackle spot because of his brisk movement and length, especially on a zone-heavy team. With the added bonus that he’s not a total nothing in pass protection.):  https://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/article/2026-nfl-draft-final-big-board-fernando-mendoza-is-no-1-jeremiyah-love-is-top-3-in-full-75-player-edition-204945765.html

ESPN Kiper (20. Blake Miller, OT, Clemson - Height: 6-7 | Weight: 317.  2025 stats over 13 games: 13 starts, two sacks allowed.  Miller has a ton of experience as a four-year starter (54 starts), and he was more consistent in 2025 than in past seasons. His game really grows on you. As a right tackle, he does a good job keeping his frame between the pass rusher and his QB, and he can handle spins and secondary pass-rush moves. Miller can also get downfield to make blocks in the run game.):  https://www.espn.com/nfl/draft2026/story/_/id/46573669/2026-nfl-draft-rankings-mel-kiper-big-board-top-prospects-players-positions

NFL.com Dan Jeremiah (20. Blake Miller:  Miller lined up at right tackle for the Tigers. A high school wrestler, the iron man started 54 games at Clemson. He has ideal size, length and strength for the position. In pass protection, he has enough quickness to cover up speed rushers off the edge. He uses his length and strong hands to latch and control defenders. He can sink his weight and anchor down against power rushers. He plays with awareness to pick up twists and stunts. In the run game, he can generate movement on down blocks and he always strains to finish. When working up to linebackers, he’s effective on a single track but struggles to redirect and wall off defenders in space. Overall, Miller has the ideal profile for a starting NFL right tackle.):  https://www.nfl.com/news/daniel-jeremiah-s-top-150-prospects-in-the-2026-nfl-draft-class


ESPN Yates (21. Blake Miller, OT, Clemson - Height: 6-7 | Weight: 317 | Grade: Round 1/2.  The case for Miller is pretty straightforward. If you're looking for an experienced, battle-tested, athletic offensive tackle who has steadily improved throughout his career, he fits the bill. A four-year starter at right tackle, Miller has logged nearly 3,700 career snaps and decreased the number of pressures he gave up in each season -- only nine pressures and two sacks in 2025. He also became a more disciplined player throughout his career after nine penalties as a true freshman. Miller has great overall size and length (nearly at 84-inch wingspan), as well as light feet. I'd like to see him continue to add to his strength and be more aggressive with his punch in pass protection.):  https://www.espn.com/nfl/draft2026/story/_/id/47590505/2026-nfl-draft-rankings-board-top-prospects-best-positional-field-yates

ESPN Miller (22. Blake Miller, OT, Clemson - Height: 6-7 | Weight: 317 | Grade: 87.  Comp: Jordan Morgan.  A 54-game starter at right tackle, Miller comes to the NFL battle-tested and with 34-inch arms that show up throughout his tape. He steadily improved throughout his four seasons at Clemson, allowing only two sacks and nine pressures last season. With high-end quickness and lateral movement ability, Miller fits in zone schemes and has the recovery agility to make up for missed punches in pass protection. He profiles as a high-floor starting right tackle.):  https://www.espn.com/nfl/draft2026/story/_/id/47190881/2026-nfl-draft-rankings-matt-miller-top-prospects-players-positions


PFF (25. T Blake Miller, Clemson Tigers:  Miller has the frame and overall skill set of a potential starting NFL offensive tackle. His experience shows up in his patient, consistent pass protection, and if he continues to add strength, he can develop into an impact player.):  https://www.pff.com/news/draft-2026-nfl-draft-big-board

ESPN Reid (26. Blake Miller, OT, Clemson Height: 6-7 | Weight: 317 | Grade: Round 2.  Miller started 54 games for Clemson and broke the program record for career snaps (3,778). He's steady, experienced at both tackle spots and has strong hands to latch and control defenders at the point of attack. Miller is rarely out of position against twists and stunts from defensive fronts and able to sort and execute against those looks. He's a dependable blocker with a ready-made skill set and should contribute early in his career at right tackle.):  https://www.espn.com/nfl/draft2026/story/_/id/47027232/2026-nfl-draft-rankings-jordan-reid-top-prospects-players-positions

Tankathon (26. Clemson Blake Miller OT | Clemson):  https://www.tankathon.com/nfl/big_board

SI Melo (26. Blake Miller, OT, Clemson:  Clemson offensive tackle Blake Miller established himself as a first-round pick throughout an extremely steady college football career. A 54-game starter, Miller is an experienced blocker with terrific length, movement skills, and athleticism. He's fluid with instant-starter potential.):  https://www.si.com/nfl/draft/onsi/rumors/2026-nfl-draft-rankings-top-100-players-01khrv1dd0an

Athletic (29. Blake Miller:  Has the physical traits, football IQ and toughness that NFL teams will bet on every time.):  https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/interactive/the-beast-2026/top-300-prospect-rankings/

CBS Renner (29. Blake Miller, OT, Clemson - Miller is the most experienced tackle at the top of the class. He's a four-year starter with nearly 4,000 career snaps. He's one of the most explosive tackles in the class and can really move the point of attack. His improvement in pass protection last year, though, will get NFL teams to buy in.):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/mike-renner-2026-nfl-draft-top-250-prospect-rankings-final/

USA Today Middlehurst-Schwartz (29. Blake Miller, OT, Clemson:  There's not much Miller hasn't seen after four years of starting for one of college football's premier programs. He's more prepared than most offensive line prospects to handle the stunts that have become commonplace in defensive game plans, but defenders can still jolt him by trying to barrel through him rather than snake around him.):  https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/draft/2026/04/09/nfl-draft-rankings-big-board-top-players-2026/89512738007/

PFN Infante (30. Blake Miller, OT, Clemson:  Blake Miller started at Clemson for four seasons, and he lands his strikes with accurate placement and timing, and he blocks with a nasty demeanor needed to drive defenders off the ball.  Though Miller’s flexibility needs improvement, he excelled in his athletic testing at the Combine, pointing to more potential he can still tap into, even after all these years as a starter. He has the tools to be a long-term, solid starting tackle.):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/top-150-prospects-2026-draft-class-april-21-2026/


NFL.com Edholm (31. Blake Miller:  Miller's resume includes 54 starts and nearly 4,000 snaps, most of them at right tackle. He's not the quickest or the strongest, but Miller just gets the job done.):  https://www.nfl.com/news/eric-edholm-s-top-100-nfl-draft-prospects-2-0-ranking-the-best-players-in-the-2026-class



Netrat's Board from his Forum (33. Blake Miller Clemson OT) 

SN (33. Blake Miller, OT, Clemson (6-6, 315 pounds).  Miller is the classic right tackle with size, power, footwork and hand technique.):  https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/news/nfl-draft-prospects-2026-big-board-top-players-rankings/1d3fcdeaabf70ae34f441031

Athlon Sports (34. Blake Miller | OT | Clemson):  https://athlonsports.com/nfl/2026-nfl-draft-rankings-top-300-big-board

SI (37. Blake Miller, OT, Clemson:  Miller has elite size at 6' 7" and 317 pounds to go along with 34¼-inch arms, and he’s as seasoned as they come—he started 54 games at right tackle and is Clemson’s all-time snaps leader. Miller is quick off the snap, moves well in space and has the athleticism to mirror pass rushers and get to spots in the run game. He’s inconsistent with his hand placement and overall technique, which leads to one-on-one losses, but he has the tools to be an early starter at right tackle.):  https://www.si.com/nfl/fernando-mendoza-top-250-nfl-draft-2026



Walter Football (39. Blake Miller, OT, Clemson):  https://walterfootball.com/nfldraftbigboard2026.php

Tony Pauline (43. OT Blake Miller - Strengths:  Nice-sized right tackle prospect who is best in a small area. Sets with a wide base, quickly sets up in pass protection and immediately gets his hands into opponents. Keeps his head on a swivel and works well with linemates. Big-bodied blocker who blocks down on defenders or smothers them from the action altogether. Stays square and seals defenders from the action, keeps his feet moving and makes good use of angles.  Weaknesses:  Stiff in pass protection, marginally effective in motion and does not play like a top athlete.  Analysis:  Miller is a hard-working lineman with both size as well as growth potential who is coming off a disappointing season. He possesses an upside and is worth considering on day three of the draft, though Miller may never be anything other than an occasional starter on Sundays.):  https://www.essentiallysports.com/nfl-draft-board/

ESPN Legwold (44. Blake Miller, OT, Clemson - Height: 6-7 | Weight: 317 | 40 time: 5.04.  Miller was an iron man, with 54 consecutive career starts (53 at right tackle, one at left tackle) and a school record for snaps played. NFL offensive line coaches see a player who is too upright at times, which will be an issue against pro pass rushers, but he plays with an awareness and toughness that are difficult to ignore.):  https://www.espn.com/nfl/draft2026/story/_/id/48479903/2026-nfl-draft-jeff-legwold-ranking-top-100-prospects

NBCSports Rogers (45. Blake Miller – OT, Clemson – 2nd round):  https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/news/2026-nfl-draft-big-board-connor-rogers-top-335-prospect-rankings

ESPN (52. Blake Miller): https://www.espn.com/nfl/draft/rounds



Average Ranking (1069/34):  31

Positional:

SI Melo (3. Blake Miller, OT, Clemson:  Clemson offensive tackle Blake Miller entered the NFL Draft as a multi-year starter. He appeared in 50-plus games for the Tigers at right tackle. He defends the edge with the steadiness you'd expect from such an experienced player. Miller has elite football character, and he pairs it with easy movement skills, fluidity, and length.):  https://www.si.com/nfl/draft/onsi/rumors/2026-nfl-draft-ol-rankings-big-board-tiers-predictions

PFF (4. Blake Miller, Clemson Tigers - Big board rank: 25.  Miller has the frame and overall skill set of a potential starting NFL offensive tackle. His experience shows up in his patient, consistent pass protection, and if he continues to add strength, he can develop into an impact player.):  https://www.pff.com/news/draft-2026-nfl-draft-offensive-tackle-rankings






NFL Real GM (5. Blake Miller, Clemson:  Four-year starter at right tackle whose game notably improved in 2025. Length, footwork and play strength are all NFL-ready. His hand placement and pad level need more consistency but are getting there. Smart, tenacious and more athletic than advertised. Should go in the top 25.):  https://football.realgm.com/analysis/3684/2026-NFL-Draft-Big-Board-Offensive-Tackles

AtoZSports Crabbs (Day 2 Grades - 5. Blake Miller, Clemson Tigers: 78.50/100 (Second Round Grade):  Man, I love Blake Miller. He boasts more than 50 career starts at Clemson, has nearly an 84″ wingspan, and posted 85th percentile or better scores for offensive tackles in the 40-yard dash, vertical jump, broad jump, and bench press. You talk about checking boxes…Miller’s feet can take away his framing at times and he needs to ensure he’s sitting down on his hips to avoid overextending. But once his hands are set, he’s scrappy and an “any means necessary” blocker who gets the job done.):  https://atozsports.com/nfl-draft/final-2026-nfl-draft-offensive-tackle-rankings-theres-a-lot-of-starters-to-be-found-but-dont-expect-them-to-last-long/


Walter Football (6. Blake Miller, OT, Clemson - Height: 6-7. Weight: 317.  Projected 40 Time: 5.35. Projected Round (2026): 1-2. 4/21/26: Miller started at right tackle. He had a decent showing against Georgia. Miller is a good athlete with quickness and agility on the edge. Miller could stand to get stronger and play with more physicality. Miller broke into the starting lineup at right tackle as a freshman in 2022, so he will enter the NFL with a lot of experience, in an offensive scheme that likes to be a predominantly zone blocker team.):  https://walterfootball.com/OTRankings2026.php





Tankathon (6. Blake Miller):  https://www.tankathon.com/nfl/big_board

CFN (Blake Miller CFN OT Rank: 6 - Projected Draft Round: 2.  Experience: Four-year starter, three-time All-ACC.  Ultra-durable, he might be a right tackle only, but he’s a plug-and-play technician who won’t miss a snap.):  https://collegefootballnews.com/nfl-draft/2026-nfl-draft-offensive-tackle-rankings



ESPN (8. Blake Miller):  https://www.espn.com/nfl/draft/rounds


Average Ranking (118/21):  6
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