Summer is officially in the air, and you know what that means—it's scouting season. As we turn the page on the 2026 NFL Draft, it's time to look ahead to the next wave of talent. Our Summer Scouting series is designed to get you ready for the upcoming college football season, highlighting names that could soon be making plays on Sundays.

We're not just talking about quarterbacks or edge rushers—though they're always in the mix. Offensive tackles like Missouri's Cayden Green are the kind of players who could end up on any roster, from the Bucs to the Bears to the Steelers. That's why we're breaking down the prospects that matter, so you can be the most informed fan in the room.

For this edition, we're diving into the tape on Green, a tackle who's been generating some early buzz. Let's be honest: studying offensive line film is a craft, and I'll be the first to say there's always room to improve. But from what I've seen, Green doesn't look like a first-round lock just yet—despite what some way-too-early mock drafts might suggest.

He's got the size, balance, and anchoring you'd want from a top tackle prospect. Those are the building blocks. But in other areas—like footwork, hand placement, and consistency in pass protection—he's still a work in progress. A move inside to guard could be a smart adjustment for him down the line. Either way, the 2026 season will be a make-or-break year for his draft stock.

For now, keep an eye on Cayden Green. He's a name that could rise—or fall—once the pads come on this fall.