Ajani Cornelius, an Offensive Tackle from Oregon, is drawing attention ahead of the 2025 NFL Draft. Evaluators are assessing his skills as teams prepare for the upcoming selection process.
Scouting reports describe Cornelius as a powerful and athletic lineman. He demonstrates good footwork and hand force. His lateral movement aids in mirroring pass rushers, and he maintains a strong base against power attacks.
Cornelius creates push in the run game, using his physical tools to open lanes. He possesses a high football IQ, which assists him in recognizing defensive stunts and blitzes. While he plays with an aggressive approach, reports suggest he could improve his pad level and consistency in hand technique to maximize power and reduce balance issues. With continued work, he has the potential to become a high-impact player and could provide good depth early in his career.
Current projections for Ajani Cornelius vary. PFSN’s Ian Cummings projected him as the 215th overall pick to the Las Vegas Raiders in a recent mock draft.
Another projection placed him higher. In CSN’s 7-Round 2025 NFL Mock Draft from April 12, Cornelius was projected to be selected in Round 3 with the 101st overall pick. James Fragoza noted the Los Angeles Rams could view him as a succession plan at tackle.
Other potential landing spots mentioned in recent mock drafts include the Tennessee Titans and New York Giants.
Cornelius’ physical profile lists his height at 6’4”, weight at 310 pounds. His arm length is 3348, and hand size is 948. It is noted he did not participate in the NFL Combine drills.
His college career stats show 46 games played and 1,845 snaps. He allowed 6 sacks, 46 hurries, and 10 QB hits, while accumulating 26 penalties. These statistics are courtesy of TruMedia.
During the 2024 season specifically, Cornelius played 14 games and took 527 snaps. He allowed 3 sacks, 22 hurries, and 4 QB hits, with 4 penalties, according to TruMedia stats.
On PFSN Draft Analyst Ian Cummings’ overall NFL Draft Big Board, Ajani Cornelius is ranked 183rd overall. He was not listed among the top 10 offensive tackle prospects in Cummings' rankings.
