For the first time since 2013, an Oklahoma Sooners offensive lineman was selected I. The first round of the 2023 NFL draft.
Anton Harrison’s selection by the Jaguars broke a surprising drought for a program that’s had some great players in the trenches. Lane Johnson was the last Sooners offensive lineman taken in the first round of the draft and the first in the Bill Bedenbaugh era.
While a Bedenbaugh tenure hadn’t seen a first round offensive line selection, players like Ben Powers, Cody Ford, Orlando Brown, and Creed Humphrey have strengthened the developmental resume of Oklahoma’s offensive line coach.
The Jaguars traded back with the Buffalo Bills from No. 25. Looking to solidify their offensive line, the Jaguars took one of the top offensive tackles in the draft. Harrison’s experience and athletic profile provide the framework for what will be a lengthy career at tackle in the NFL.
Just a kid from DC. @Ayee_Tonn with a message for Sooner Nation and @OU_CoachB 👊#OUDNA | #NFLDraft pic.twitter.com/TkywZwfjoI
— Oklahoma Football (@OU_Football) April 28, 2023
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