Georgia OL Monroe Freeling compared to Steelers OT ahead of draft

Georgia Bulldogs offensive tackle Monroe Freeling has shot up 2026 NFL draft boards following Georgia's loss to the Ole Miss Rebels in the Sugar Bowl. Freeling has impressive tape and an incredible combination of size and athleticism that he displayed at the NFL combine . Freeling's biggest knock is his lack of starting experience.

The 6-foot-7, 315-pound offensive tackle finished his Georgia career with 17 starts and 35 appearances, but he did not receive a ton of snaps until his junior season at Georgia. Freeling may need some time to adjust to the speed of the NFL game. Freeling went up against elite competition during his time at Georgia, but life in the NFL is even more difficult.

However, he has a strong foundation and is expected to be first-round pick. In fact, a recent mock draft has him going at the No. 13 pick.

Monroe Freeling's NFL player comparison NFL. com's Lance Zierlein compares Freeling to former Georgia Bulldogs offensive tackle Broderick Jones, who now plays for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Jones, the No.