Will Campbell’s rookie season success in 2025 was followed by heavy scrutiny during the playoffs and the Super Bowl. Concerns resurfaced during the pre-draft process about his fit as an NFL left tackle, including weaknesses tied to factors he cannot change, such as arm length. Analysts increasingly believe he may be better suited to play guard, particularly on Drake Maye’s blind side. The Patriots added Caleb Lomu with a first-round pick, and Lomu’s college experience as a left tackle raised additional questions. Lomu has practiced at both tackle positions, with expectations that he could eventually replace Morgan Moses. Mike Vrabel’s OTAs comments praised Lomu’s coachability and ability to learn, suggesting his development could affect Campbell’s outlook.
"After completing a mostly impressive rookie season in 2025, Will Campbell has been on the receiving end of a lot of scrutiny for his performance in the playoffs and the Super Bowl. It prompted the talking points that stuck with him during the pre-draft process, leading many to repeat their concerns about his fit as a left tackle in the NFL."
"Although setbacks are expected for any rookie in the league, some of Campbell's weaknesses have been chalked up to things he can't change, like his arm length, which has many analysts believing he is better suited to be a guard rather than a tackle, especially on Drake Maye's blind side."
"The Patriots didn't seem to help the situation by using their first-round pick in last month's draft on Caleb Lomu, a left tackle during his college career. While he does have experience on the right side, too, he mostly played on the left, which immediately got people talking."
"Mike Vrabel on #Patriots rookie Caleb Lomu:"He's been an unbelievably coachable player. He's young, he's big, he's athletic, and he's willing to learn. He's excited about learning... He's gonna have the ability to play both sides"
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