Jacarrius Peak

NFL Draft Profile: Jacarrius Peak

Position: Offensive Tackle | School: NC State | Class: Junior

Height: 6'4" (Listing) / 6'5" (Scouting) | Weight: 310 lbs | Archetype: Balanced (Zone Slide / Power Hybrid)

College Career Summary

Jacarrius Peak is widely considered one of the most athletic offensive linemen in college football, having earned a spot on Bruce Feldman's "Freaks List." A former four-star recruit from Valdosta, Georgia, Peak initially saw action as a true freshman in 2022 before cementing himself as a starter in 2023 at Right Tackle.

His 2025 season was a transition to the blindside as NC State’s starting Left Tackle. Peak proved to be the "steadiest member" of a high-powered Wolfpack offense, protecting freshman QB CJ Bailey with elite efficiency. His season culminated in a dominant performance against rival North Carolina, where he earned ACC Offensive Lineman of the Week honors. His combination of 4.86 speed and violent finishing ability has made him a darling among NFL scouts looking for modern, mobile tackles.

Career Stats & Highlights

• Career Starts: 32 (Split between RT and LT)

• 2025 Sacks Allowed: 3

• 2025 Pressures Allowed: 7

• Pancakes: ~65 (2025 Season; Team Leader)

• Holding Penalties: 4 (2025)

• 2025 Honors: ACC Offensive Lineman of the Week (Week 14), Preseason All-ACC.

2025 Game-by-Game Grades

Week	Opponent	Grade	Scout's Notes
1	vs Western Carolina	A-	Dominant run blocking; paved way for explosive ground game.
2	vs Tennessee	B-	Worst Game. Struggled with elite SEC bend; allowed 1 sack.
3	vs Louisiana Tech	A	Clinical performance; zero pressures in 40 pass-pro snaps.
4	@ Clemson	B+	Tough battle; handled speed-to-power well. Allowed 1 sack late.
5	vs Northern Illinois	A	Total erasure of the edge; multiple "Raleigh Railroad" blocks.
6	vs Wake Forest	A-	Efficient pass blocking; 0 pressures allowed.
7	@ Syracuse	B	Solid but had 2 holding penalties trying to reach the edge.
8	@ California	A	Elite second-level blocking on screen passes.
9	vs Stanford	A	Physically overmatched defenders; 6 pancakes recorded.
11	@ Duke	B+	Handled complex blitzes well; quiet game for the edge rushers.
12	@ Georgia Tech	B+	Gritty performance; zero sacks surrendered.
13	vs Florida State	A-	Solid against high-tier talent; anchored well vs bull rush.
14	vs North Carolina	A+	The Apex. 100% blocking grade; 9 pancakes; absolute dominance.

Scouting Grade Rubric

Intangibles (.20) — Grade: 94/100

• Leadership: High. A vocal leader who stayed at NC State through coaching rumors; team-first mentality.

• Mental Toughness: High; moved from RT to LT seamlessly under high pressure.

• Competitor: Elite; plays with a "mean streak" and looks to bury defenders.

• Team Player: Credits his interior unit; high "unselfishness" award winner.

• Star Power: High; 20.27 mph top speed at 300+ lbs is a genuine game-changer.

Physical Tools (.20) — Grade: 97/100

• Height/Weight: 6'4" - 6'5", 310 lbs. (Meets height, Borderline weight).

• Stamina: Elite. High snap counts; can sprint and repeat without losing technique.

• Durability: High; started every game in 2024 and 2025.

• Injury History: Medically clean; robust athletic profile.

Attributes (.20) — Grade: 93/100

• Run Block: Strength. Ranked top-10 nationally in run blocking; elite at second level.

• Pass Block: Plus; allowed only 3 sacks in 456 opportunities in 2025.

• Strength: Plus; "sawed-off" build gives him natural leverage against tall rushers.

• Technique: Mastery; elite hand placement and "clamp" strength.

• High Motor: Constant; high-hustle blocker who finishes plays 20 yards downfield.

Athleticism (.20) — Grade: 99/100

• Speed: Outlier. 4.86 40-yard dash; moves like a tight end.

• Agility: Elite. 4.37 shuttle is historic for a 300lb lineman.

• Flexibility: High; loose hips allow for easy recovery and "sitting" on rushes.

• Acceleration: Sudden; fires off the ball with terrifying intent.

• Footwork: Clinical; extremely light, quiet feet.

IQ (.20) — Grade: 92/100

• Awareness: High; excellent at passing off twists and stunt recognition.

Scouting Report

• Strengths: Historic athletic profile (Freaks List #31); elite lateral agility and recovery speed; violent finisher in the run game; positional versatility (started RT/LT); disciplined pass-protector with very few pressures allowed.

• Weaknesses: Height is slightly "average" for an NFL blindside protector; may be viewed as a candidate to move to Guard by some teams; occasionally over-aggressive in space, leading to holding flags.

• Scheme Fit: Ideal for an Outside Zone or Vertical Passing offense (e.g., Dolphins, 49ers, Rams).

• NFL Comparison: Trent Williams / Matthew Bergeron.

Scout's Final Word

"Jacarrius Peak is a physical anomaly. Linemen with his foot speed simply don't exist in most drafts. While he lacks the massive 6'7" frame of other prospects, his technical polish and explosive 'pop' on contact more than compensate. He is a 'plug-and-play' starter at Tackle but possesses All-Pro ceiling if moved to a Guard role where his pull-speed can be weaponized. Draft Projection: 2nd-3rd Round."