[autotag]Tyler Guyton[/autotag]’s transition from defensive line to offensive tackle to Oklahoma to potential first round draft pick makes for quite the story.
As we inch closer to the 2024 NFL draft, that story becomes a greater likelihood. Guyton put in the work to go from the raw, athletic offensive lineman that he was when he arrived in Norman to a player that will hear his name called sometime in the first round.
In College Sports Wire’s latest NFL mock draft, Guyton was selected No. 31 overall by the San Francisco 49ers, joining former Sooners great [autotag]Trent Williams[/autotag].
The 49ers have a massive hole at right tackle and also would be advised to potentially get some insurance for Trent Williams who is getting older. Guyton isn’t the ready made option up front but does offer massive upside. There might be some patience required but it could be a big payoff long term. – Roberts, College Sports Wire
Much of the Niners’ success can be attributed to the work they’ve done building their offensive line and running game. Guyton would slide in at right tackle and have a fantastic mentor as he begins his journey at the NFL level.
When Guyton goes in the first round, he’ll be the second straight offensive tackle taken in the first round, following [autotag]Anton Harrison[/autotag]. Harrison was taken in the first by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the 2023 NFL draft.
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