Ajani Cornelius is a 6'5", 315-pound offensive tackle from Harlem, New York, who has emerged as a promising prospect for the 2025 NFL Draft. After a standout career at Rhode Island, where he earned First-Team All-CAA honors in 2022, Cornelius transferred to the University of Oregon in 2023. At Oregon, he continued to impress, starting all 14 games at right tackle during the 2024 season and earning Second-Team All-Big Ten honors. His performance contributed significantly to Oregon's offensive line, showcasing his skills in both pass protection and run blocking.
Known for his length, competitive toughness, and foot speed, Cornelius has logged over 2,500 snaps at right tackle across his collegiate career. While he has demonstrated solid pass protection skills, he has areas to refine, such as hand placement and maintaining balance against advanced pass rushers. Projected as a right tackle with starting potential after development, Cornelius is considered a valuable pick for teams seeking depth and future potential at the tackle position. He is expected to be selected in the late Day 2 or early Day 3 of the draft.
