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Originally Posted by duncan_idaho
He had like 6 starts at LT before he blew his knee.
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Duncan, you’re normally right on facts but missed one here. Simmons started 19 games at LT for Ohio state. I agree that if he doesn’t check out medically, we need to pass on him but I believe Simmons would have gone back to college if he didn’t feel the medical would be good for a long term 100% recovery. Supposedly Simmons is ahead of schedule and will be ready by training camp.
https://www.patspulpit.com/2025/4/1/...couting-report
The following year, he started all 13 games for the team at right tackle. However, he decided to enter the transfer portal after the season and moved to Ohio State. Immediately installed as the Buckeyes’ starting left tackle, he went on to start all 19 games over the next one-and-a-half seasons. The second of those saw him earn third-team All-Big Ten honors despite missing half the season after tearing his patellar tendon in October.
With one more year of eligibility left, Simmons decided not to return to school. He was invited to the Scouting Combine but was unable to do any drills as part of his recovery.
Draft profile
Expected round: 1-2 | Consensus big board: No. 25 | Patriots meeting: Combine
Strengths: Before his season-ending knee injury against Oregon last year, Simmons was on a definitive first-round trajectory. His play had taken a massive leap forward in 2024, and he began combining his immense athletic talent with improved technique.
In general, Simmons is a strong and powerful player but still moves smoothly as a run blocker. He identifies his targets quickly and decisively, and due to his speed is an asset against smaller second- and third-level defenders. He is quick out of his stance and has the agility to change direction while still maintaining balance and upper body power, and has shown the ability to execute reach, down and drive blocks at a consistent level.