Jumping the gun and assuming he's the pick. Here are write ups (and big board ranking):
PFF (22nd overall, projected to go 9 in mock) : Banks is an NFL-caliber athlete at the tackle position whose movement skills and run-blocking abilities give him positional versatility. His lack of arm length could hinder him at offensive tackle, but he projects as an impact starter at either tackle or guard.
The Ringer (17th Overall, Projected to go 6th) : Banks has a wide, broad-shouldered frame and blocks with power and consistency at left tackle. A three-year starter at left tackle for Texas, he’s balanced and controlled in his pass set, employing a powerful punch and strong hands. He locks his arms out to keep opponents off his frame. He reacts quickly to inside countermoves and does well in sealing them off. In the run game, Banks plays with good leverage, uprooting defenders and pushing them off the line. He’s a road grader when out in space, moving well to target and eliminate defenders at the second level. He can be a nasty blocker, looking to absolutely bury opponents into the turf on move blocks. There are times when Banks will lean into his blocks and end up too far over his toes, making him susceptible to push-pull moves and spin moves. He needs to avoid stopping his feet at contact with the defender, which can expose the edge and leave him resorting to holding his opponent.
CBS (9th overall, projected to go 6th) -Kelvin Banks Jr. has good size to play offensive guard or offensive tackle at the next level. He has good athleticism and quickness to reach block and climb to the second level, as well as cut off backside blocks. The tackle will lean on opponents in the run game and drive his feet, but struggles to sustain blocks. He has good patience working through his pass sets and does a good job adjusting his feet when engaged. Banks occasionally opens his hips too wide and gives up the angle to the quarterback.
Kiper (13th overall, projected 11th ) Banks has 42 career starts under his belt, with every single snap coming at left tackle. And amazingly, he gave up only three sacks. He has the mobility to quickly block off the edge and then the frame and strength to take care of power rushers. He just needs to become more consistent in the run game as a blocker. Banks missed the
SEC championship with an
ankle injury but returned for Texas' CFP games.
Matt Miller (8th overall)- Banks was my top-ranked tackle before the season began. He allowed only four pressures and one sack as a junior (which came in a rough
Week 8 outing against Georgia) on 898 snaps despite battling
an ankle injury late in the season. Banks' game is clean, but it's his lateral agility and quick feet that scouts love and believe will help make up for a lack of ideal height. "I've never seen his length be an issue," an AFC scouting director said. "He moves too well."
Reid (20th overall)-Banks arguably has the best physical traits in the 2025 tackle class, as his light feet and movement ability have made him a starter since he was a freshman. Those attributes allow him to mirror and match defenders in pass protection, but he can also bury his opponent while run blocking. Banks relies heavily on his traits, which can get him off-balance, causing him to lunge and end up on the ground more than he should. He is in line to become the first Texas offensive lineman to go in Round 1 since 2002.
Yates- (13th overall) -Banks was a three-year starter for a high-profile program and protected future NFL quarterback
Quinn Ewers at an impressive level. He allowed pressure on just 0.8% of his pass-blocking snaps in 2024, fourth best among all FBS tackles. And over 42 career starts, he allowed just three sacks. Banks is a solid run blocker with very good movement skills and light feet. And he has great 84⅜-inch wingspan.
