Friday, January 16, 2026

2026 NFL Draft Prospect OC Pat Coogan

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Pat Coogan 2026 NFL Draft: When Will He Hear His Name Called? (3-23-26):  https://www.si.com/college/indiana/football/pat-coogan-2026-nfl-draft

Detroit Lions hold series of informal meetings with top centers (As the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine nears its conclusion, reports this week have linked the Lions to a trio of centers. Per Crunch Time Sports, the Lions held informal meetings with Auburn center Connor Lew, Florida center Jake Slaughter and Indiana center Pat Coogan.) (3-1-26):  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2026/02/28/detroit-lions-informal-meetings-nfl-combine/88928859007/

2026 NFL Combine preview: 10 IOL prospects the Lions should be scouting (Pat Coogan, C, Indiana (6-foot-5, 310):  Coogan anchored Indiana’s National Championship team, earning a Rose Bowl MVP along the way. Per PFF, he didn’t give up a sack or quarterback hit in 2025 and was only credited with one sack in the previous season while at Notre Dame. His leadership is highly regarded and considered his top asset.  Only an average athlete, Coogan is a good pass-protecting technician with above-average strike-first pop in his hands. He lacks explosion, but has a sustainable anchor, takes proper angles, and demonstrates good timing. Coogan sees the field well and knows how to help his teammates, but he has a tough time recovering when beaten.  In the run game, Coogan is a sustainer, not a driver, but his familiarity with Gap and Outside Zone schemes will be appealing. He is an above-average puller who can also climb to the second level, but needs to maintain better body control in space.) (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) - Sleeper to Watch: Pat Coogan, Indiana:  Coogan anchored a championship-winning offensive line at Indiana, giving up no sacks or quarterback hits in 2025. He also notched a career-high 74.1 PFF run-blocking grade to bring himself closer to the middle of the pack after a few lackluster years in that facet.) (2-18-26):  https://www.pff.com/news/draft-nfl-combine-primer-schedule-highest-graded-prospects-sleepers-big-board-rankings

Q&A: Chat with our Indiana experts abouer Hoosiers NFL Draft prospects (IOL Pat Coogan:  Coogan transferred to Indiana from Notre Dame ahead of the 2025 season with a starting spot at center open on the Hoosiers’ offensive line.) (2-17-26):  https://www.crimsonquarry.com/indiana-football/25814/indiana-football-2026-nfl-draft-information-on-fernando-mendoza-and-other-hoosiers-prospects

10 Players to Watch: East-West Shrine Bowl (2026 Fantasy Football) (Pat Coogan (OC – Indiana):  Unfortunately, this year’s draft class lacks an elite center prospect. However, Pat Coogan could be one of several interior offensive linemen selected on Day 2 of the draft. After spending three years at Notre Dame, he transferred to Indiana and played a massive role in the Hoosiers’ winning the College Football Playoff National Championship.  Coogan’s PFF run blocking and pass blocking grades improved every season in college. Furthermore, he was Indiana’s best offensive lineman last year, getting called for only two penalties, while surrendering zero quarterback hits or sacks on 483 pass blocking snaps.) (1-24-26):  https://www.fantasypros.com/2026/01/10-players-to-watch-east-west-shrine-bowl-fantasy-football/

2026 NFL Draft Prospects to Watch in National Championship: Fernando Mendoza, Rueben Bain Jr. Face Off (Pat Coogan, OC, Indiana:  Pat Coogan can generate interest as a potential Day 3 gem at the center spot.  At 6’5″, 311 pounds, he rises above the ideal center of gravity at times, and he’s not quite an elite athlete, but his strength, ability to play square, and physicality boost up his operational floor.  Coogan will be tested more than he has all season against Miami’s defensive line, as the Hurricanes thrive at both creating natural interior pressure and creating artificial pressure with stunts, blitzes, and alignment shifts.) (1-19-26):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/2026-nfl-draft-prospects-to-watch-national-championship/

2026 NFL Draft: 12 prospects to watch in National Championship (Coogan is a fun prospect, and with the Lions in the market for depth at center, he should be on the their radar. He has a bully mentality in the run game, but his athletic testing will go a long way in determining if he can live in a Lions system that leans on athletic offensive linemen to operate their scheme.) (1-19-26):  https://www.prideofdetroit.com/detroit-lions-draft/155711/2026-nfl-draft-12-prospects-to-watch-in-miami-vs-indiana-cfp-national-championship

From Notre Dame castoff to Indiana centerpiece: The Pat Coogan story (1-10-25):  https://www.thehoosiernetwork.com/article/2026/01/indiana-football-pat-coogan-unfinished-business

Rose Bowl MVP Pat Coogan has full circle moment in Indiana's CFP semifinal rout of Oregon in Atlanta (1-10-25):  https://www.sportingnews.com/us/ncaa-football/indiana/news/rose-bowl-mvp-pat-coogan-indiana-cfp-semifinal-rout-oregon/cfaeedcc8fb3f1635afc2c09

Peach Bowl NFL Draft Risers: Fernando Mendoza, Pat Coogan Among Prospects Who Boosted Stock in Indiana’s Win vs Oregon (Pat Coogan/C/Indiana:  Barely seven days after being named MVP of the Rose Bowl, Coogan turned in another dominant performance, this time against a potential first-round draft pick. The Hoosier offense rushed for 185 yards, and their line allowed just a single sack. A’Mauri Washington, the Oregon defensive tackle who projects as a first-round pick, totaled just two tackles in the game and was handled by Coogan when they went man-to-man.  This will be Coogan’s second trip to the national title contest, as he was the starting center for Notre Dame last year when the Irish lost the championship to Ohio State. Coogan entered the season graded as a lowly free agent by scouts, as he lacks the size for a power-blocking scheme and athleticism to play in a zone-blocking system. Yet he’s smart, tough as nails and gets the most from his ability, attributes that are often found in late-round centers who end up starting on Sundays.) (1-10-26):  https://www.essentiallysports.com/ncaa-college-football-news-flagship-peach-bowl-nfl-draft-risers-fernando-mendoza-pat-coogan-among-prospects-who-boosted-stock-in-indianas-win-vs-oregon/

“Drag them to the deep end”: IU football’s Coogan kept team focused at halftime vs. Alabama (1-6-26):  https://www.thedailyhoosier.com/drag-them-to-the-deep-end-iu-footballs-coogan-kept-iu-football-focused-at-halftime-vs-alabama/

Indiana’s Coogan enjoys the rarity: A center named Rose Bowl offensive player of the game (1-2-26):  https://dailyjournal.net/2026/01/02/indianas-coogan-enjoys-the-rarity-a-center-named-rose-bowl-offensive-player-of-the-game/


Indiana’s College Football Playoff Run Is Putting Players on NFL Radars (Pat Coogan, OL (Center) - PFSN Offensive Line Impact: 84.8, B.  Pat Coogan can generate interest as a potential Day 3 gem at the center spot. At 6’5″, 311 pounds, he rises above the ideal center of gravity at times, and he’s not quite an elite athlete, but his strength, ability to play square, and physicality boost up his operational floor.) (1-1-26):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/cfb/indiana-college-football-playoff-run-is-putting-players-on-nfl-radars/

Indiana to lean on CFP veteran who played in last season’s title game (12-27-25):  https://www.al.com/alabamafootball/2025/12/indiana-to-lean-on-cfp-veteran-who-played-in-last-seasons-title-game.html



Vocal leader on and off the field, Pat Coogan primed to guide IU football ‘misfits’ in Big Ten championship game (12-2-25):  https://www.insidethehall.com/2025/12/02/vocal-leader-on-and-off-the-field-pat-coogan-primed-to-guide-iu-football-misfits-in-big-ten-championship-game/

2026 NFL Draft Rankings: Interior offensive linemen (17. Pat Coogan, Indiana Hoosiers

Lions potential draft prospects to watch over Halloween weekend (Pat Coogan, C, Indiana:  I saw Coogan play in person twice while he was the starting center at Notre Dame and his physical presence was very reminiscent of Frank Ragnow. They're almost exactly the same size and get out of their initial stance in much the same way, taller centers who uncoil as they rise post-snap rather than robotically getting tall.  Now at Indiana, Coogan has proven he can handle the Hoosiers' more gap-oriented run blocking scheme with aplomb. He's not as initially quick or laterally as fast as Ragnow, but for a current third-day projection, Coogan offers considerable upside in an NFL-ready package. His leadership is already revered in Bloomington, and his relentless energy should hold real appeal for Detroit. Coogan and the Hoosiers are big favorites against Maryland, though the Terrapins have proven to be stout against the run this year--a nice challenge for the big center.) (11-1-25):  https://lionswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/lions/2025/11/01/detroit-lions-2026-nfl-draft-potential-prospects-to-watch/87012195007/

College Football Week 9: Team of the Week, Player Awards (Big Ten Team of the Week -C: Pat Coogan, Indiana) (10-26-25):  https://www.pff.com/news/college-football-week-9-team-of-the-week-player-awards-2025

Week 7 transfer tracker: Two former Notre Dame OL succeeding at center with new teams (Through seven weeks, Pro Football Focus grades Coogan and Pendleton as the Nos. 20 and 37 centers among 68 Power Four schools. Before his season-ending injury, Craig slotted at No. 42.  OL Pat Coogan (No. 3 Indiana … 6-0): Started and played all 72 offensive snaps at center in a 30-20 victory over No. 8 Oregon (5-1). He gave up 1 quarterback hurry in 38 pass-blocking snaps. In the game, Hoosiers rushers registered 41 yards and 1 touchdown on 11 carries (3.7 yards per carry) when running middle left or middle right, which he is primarily responsible for.) (10-14-25):  https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/news/notre-dame-fighting-irish-football-transfer-tracker/ 

Transfer tracker: Former Notre Dame OL Pat Coogan turns in notable Week 5 performance (With the help of former Notre Dame football starting offensive lineman Pat Coogan, Indiana is on a roll.  The Hoosiers have won their first five games of the 2025 season, climbing to No. 8 in the latest AP Poll. In last Saturday’s win against Iowa, Indiana did so on the heels of an outstanding performance from Coogan. According to Pro Football Focus, Coogan had an 83.6 pass-blocking grade, which was the best grade among Power Four centers. OL Pat Coogan (No. 8 Indiana … 5-0): Started at center and played all 64 offensive snaps in a 20-15 victory over Iowa (3-2). Coogan did not allow any pressure in 32 pass blocking snaps. Also, the Hoosiers’ rushers registered 12 carries and 48 yards (4 yards per carry) when running middle left or right, which Coogan was primarily responsible for.) (10-1-25):  https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/news/how-former-notre-dame-fighting-irish-football-players-performed-week-5-transfer-tracker/


Transfer tracker: How 12 former Notre Dame players performed in Week 1 with new teams (OL Pat Coogan (Indiana): Started at center and played all 92 snaps in 27-14 victory over Old Dominion. He allowed 1 quarterback hurry, but rushers averaged 5.2 yards per carry (14 rushes, 73 yards) when running left or right middle, which he was primarily responsible for.) (9-3-25):  https://www.on3.com/teams/notre-dame-fighting-irish/news/notre-dame-fighting-irish-football-transfer-tracker-week-1/

Top 25 Returning College Football Offensive Linemen for 2025 Include Spencer Fano, Ar’Maj Reed-Adams, and Logan Jones (2. Pat Coogan, Indiana - 2024 PFSN College OL+ Grade: 95.00 (A).  Interestingly enough, Pat Coogan started the 2024 season on the bench for Notre Dame. When injuries arose, he stepped into the starting lineup at center and excelled in the Fighting Irish’s run to the national championship game. Now, he looks to carry that same momentum over to Indiana.  Coogan allowed pressures of just 1.7% of his true pass sets, excelling under a demanding workload; his true dropback rate of 72.60% was one of the highest among linemen on this list. He was much better in pass protection than he was as a run blocker, though his success against the sixth-toughest schedule gets him high marks.) (8-23-25):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/cfb/college-football-top-returning-offensive-linemen-2025/

'Perfect Fit': Indiana Center Pat Coogan's Leadership, Experience Paying Dividends (8-15-25):  https://www.si.com/college/indiana/football/indiana-center-pat-coogan-leadership-experience-paying-dividends

‘Fine Tuning’ – Coogan Set to Anchor Potential Powerhouse Offensive Line (8-12-25):  https://iuhoosiers.com/news/2025/8/12/football-fine-tuning-coogan-set-to-anchor-potential-powerhouse-offensive-line-PETE

2025 IUFB Preseason Position Previews: Offensive Line (Pat Coogan (Center) – Redshirt Senior – 6’5” / 311 lbs.  One of the biggest portal pickups of the offseason, Pat Coogan arrives in Bloomington with championship-level experience and a résumé to back it up. A former Notre Dame standout, Coogan started 26 of 30 games for the Fighting Irish since joining the program in 2021. He was a key piece of the offensive front that powered Notre Dame all the way to the 2024 National Championship Game, including a dominant showing in the College Football Playoff—where he made life miserable for Indiana’s own defensive front. Though he fell just short of a title in South Bend, Coogan saw something special brewing in Bloomington. Hungry to win and drawn to Indiana’s rising momentum, he transferred in with a mission. Coogan brings not only experience and toughness, but also the kind of versatility and leadership needed to help replace All-Big Ten mainstay Mike Katic at center. With Coogan anchoring the middle, Indiana’s offensive line is in steady, battle-tested hands.) (8-3-25):  https://hoosierhuddle.com/2025/08/03/2025-iufb-preseason-position-previews-offensive-line/

Transfer portal final ranking: College football's 100 best (92. Pat Coogan, C Transferring from: Notre Dame | Transferring to: Indiana.  Background: Coogan started all 13 games for Notre Dame at left guard in 2023, then moved inside and earned 13 starts at center during the program's run to the CFP National Championship game against Ohio State. He surrendered just two sacks over those two seasons, according to ESPN Research, but decided to move on as a grad transfer. -- Olson.  What he brings to Indiana: The Hoosiers know exactly what they're getting in Coogan after going up against him in their first-round CFP matchup. He'll step right in for four-year starter Mike Katic at center and help anchor a line that got a big boost via the portal with Kahlil Benson rejoining the program after a year at Colorado and Zen Michalski transferring in from Ohio State. -- Olson) (5-14-25):  https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/45112485/college-football-transfer-portal-final-ranking-100-best

New Center Pat Coogan Is An Example Of Where Indiana Football Success Leads (3-29-25):  https://www.si.com/college/indiana/football/new-center-pat-coogan-is-an-example-of-where-indiana-football-success-leads-01jqhfytkf99

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