Caleb Lomu

NFL Draft Profile: Caleb Lomu

Position: Offensive Tackle | School: Utah | Class: Redshirt Sophomore

Height: 6'6" | Weight: 308 lbs | Archetype: Pass Blocker (Zone Slide)

College Career Summary

Caleb Lomu is a high-pedigree "technician" whose rapid development at Utah made him a cornerstone of the Utes' offensive line. A former four-star recruit, Lomu redshirted in 2023 but quickly seized the starting Left Tackle job as a redshirt freshman in 2024. His emergence allowed the coaching staff to move Spencer Fano to Right Tackle, creating one of the most stable bookend pairings in the country.

His 2025 season was a defensive end's nightmare. Lomu allowed zero sacks and only eight pressures across more than 350 pass-blocking snaps. His performance earned him First-Team All-Big 12 honors and a reputation as one of the best pure pass protectors in the 2026 draft class. On December 16, 2025, Lomu officially declared for the 2026 NFL Draft, opting to forgo his remaining eligibility after cementing his status as a potential first-round pick.

Career Stats & Highlights

• Career Starts: 25 (22 consecutive at Left Tackle)

• 2025 Sacks Allowed: 0

• 2025 Pressures Allowed: 8

• Pancakes: ~32 (2025 Regular Season)

• Holding Penalties: 2 (2025)

2025 Game-by-Game Grades

Week	Opponent	Grade	Scout's Notes
1	@ UCLA	A-	Flawless pass protection; limited to "A-" due to conservative run play.
2	vs Cal Poly	A+	The Dominator. Handled overmatched speed rushers with ease; several pancakes.
3	@ Wyoming	A	Controlled the edge; zero hurries allowed in a physical road game.
4	vs Texas Tech	B-	The Struggle. Had a tough time with Romello Height’s speed-to-power; allowed 2 hurries.
5	@ West Virginia	A	Back to form; elite recovery on a slip-and-dip move by WVU’s EDGE.
6	vs Arizona State	A	Balanced tape; effectively climbed to the second level on zone runs.
7	@ BYU	B+	Hostile environment; one holding penalty, but kept the pocket clean.
8	vs Colorado	A	The Apex. Completely neutralized a high-volume pass rush; 0 pressures allowed.
9	vs Cincinnati	A-	Sound technique; showed great patience against spin moves.
10	@ Baylor	A	Mobile and active; key lead block on a 40-yard Utah TD run.
11	vs Kansas State	B+	High-scoring shootout; fatigue showed late but allowed 0 sacks.

Scouting Grade Rubric

Intangibles (.20) — Grade: 94/100

• Leadership: High. A quiet professional; respected for his Academic All-Big 12 standing and work ethic.

• Mental Toughness: High; recovered from an early-season struggle against Texas Tech to finish with 0 sacks.

• Competitor: High; consistent motor that stays active through the whistle.

• Team Player: Praised for his seamless integration into the starting unit as a young player.

• Star Power: Moderate-High; widely projected as a top-3 pure tackle prospect for 2026.

Physical Tools (.20) — Grade: 91/100

• Height/Weight: 6'6", 308 lbs. (Meets height, but slightly under 315 lbs threshold).

• Stamina: Excellent; high snap count player with minimal late-game drop-off.

• Durability: Elite. Started every game of the 2024 and 2025 seasons.

• Injury History: Medically clean.

Attributes (.20) — Grade: 92/100

• Run Block: Plus; very effective in zone schemes, though could add more "sand in his pants."

• Pass Block: Elite. Pro-ready kick slide and hand placement.

• Strength: Functional; great grip strength once he latches on.

• Technique: Strength. Extremely advanced hand-fighting and recovery skills for a sophomore.

• High Motor: Consistently searches for work in the open field.

Athleticism (.20) — Grade: 95/100

• Speed: Fast enough to pull and lead outside zone plays with confidence.

• Agility: Elite. Lateral quickness is his primary weapon against NFL-caliber speed.

• Flexibility: High; natural knee-bend allows him to sit down and anchor.

• Acceleration: Sudden; fires out of his stance with intent.

• Footwork: Clinical; light, quiet feet that stay underneath his frame.

IQ (.20) — Grade: 96/100

• Awareness: Elite. Exceptional at identifying and passing off stunts and twists.

Scouting Report

• Strengths: Elite lateral agility and mirroring skills; zero sacks allowed in 2025; technically advanced hand usage and timing; highly intelligent in recognizing blitz structures; young prospect with high physical upside.

• Weaknesses: Needs to add "functional mass" to handle NFL bull-rushers (currently 308 lbs); occasionally "waist-bends" in the run game; doesn't possess the "mauler" strength of someone like Francis Mauigoa.

• Scheme Fit: Ideal for a Zone-Heavy or West Coast system that prioritizes movement and pass protection (e.g., 49ers, Dolphins, Packers).

• NFL Comparison: Andre Dillard / Kolton Miller.

Scout's Final Word

"Caleb Lomu is the 'Pass Pro Specialist' of the 2026 class. While he may not displace defenders in the run game with raw power yet, his ability to neutralize edge speed is elite. His footwork is as clean as any tackle prospect we've seen in recent years. In a pass-heavy NFL, a young, durable, and technically sound blindside protector is gold. Draft Projection: 1st Round (Mid-to-Late)."