There is a real debate surrounding which position group has had the most success from the FCS to the NFL. However, the numbers show that since 2020, 14 interior offensive linemen have been drafted from the FCS level, the most in that span.It's a position that has slowly gained momentum as a premium due to the number of game-wrecking defensive tackles who have come into the NFL over the past few seasons.Since 2020, there have been several FCS interior offensive linemen who have become immediate starters in the NFL. Some notable names include Cody Mauch (NDSU), who has started 36 games since being drafted by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2023. Cole Strange (Chattanooga) has started in 43 games since 2022 for the New England Patriots, while Mason McCormick (SDSU) has started over 30 games for the Pittsburgh Steelers since being selected in 2024.Most recently, former North Dakota State star Grey Zabel started every game as a rookie for the Seattle Seahawks, who went on to win this year's Super Bowl.The 2027 class features a very talented group with high floors and even higher upside. This may be the group that can have multiple prospects selected after only one FCS interior offensive lineman was drafted in 2026.Liam Becher (North Dakota)Height: 6061Weight: 315 lbs2025 Stats: Played in 14 games, 467 pass-blocking snaps, 2.4% pressure rate, 65.9 run-blocking gradeStrengthsVery good size for the positionPowerful displacement ability at the point of attackAggressive downhill mentalityExplosive first stepPowerful leg drive and baseThomas O'Brien (Harvard)Height: 6043Weight: 323 lbs2025 Stats: Played in 11 games, 382 pass-blocking snaps, 2.4% pressure rate, 69.3 run-blocking gradeStrengthsOutstanding play strength at the point of attackPhysical, aggressive demeanor in the run gamePowerful finisherPowerful punch in pass protectionEffective pullerDolapo Egunjobi (UT Martin)Height: 6050Weight: 322 lbs2025 Stats: Played in 10 games, 259 pass-blocking snaps, 3.5% pressure percentage, 68.3 run-blocking gradeStrengthsPowerful downhill blocker who creates vertical movementExplosive first step out of his stanceStrong base provides balance and leverageExcels on combination blocksGenerates significant displacement on solo blocksTitan Fleischmann (Montana State)Height: 6040Weight: 290 lbs2025 Stats: Played in 16 games, 479 pass-blocking snaps, 4.2% pressure percentage, 68.2 run-blocking gradeStrengthsScheme versatilityGood overall movement skillsPowerful initial strike on contactExcels at fitting and sustaining blocks once engagedStrong and consistent hand placementJack Ziebell (Northern Colorado)Height: 6034Weight: 322 lbs2025 Stats: Played in 11 games, 402 pass-blocking snaps, 1.5% pressure rate, 77.4 run-blocking gradeStrengthsTechnically refined as a run blockerVery good lateral movement skillsTakes efficient angles as a pullerQuick snap-to-step transition in pass protectionVery good timing and anticipation when combination blockingLandon Woodard (Illinois State)Height: 6052Weight: 332 lbs2025 Stats: Played in 16 games, 586 pass-blocking snaps, 2.1% pressure rate, 60.8 run-blocking gradeStrengthsOutstanding size for the positionVery good play strengthConsistently plays with a wide basePowerful leg drive and anchorEcels on downhill run conceptsStrong combination blockerCam Nolan (Holy Cross)Height: 6024Weight: 302 lbs2025 Stats: Played in 12 games, 390 pass-blocking snaps, 1.8% pressure percentage, 68.1 run-blocking gradeStrengthsVery good explosiveness off the snapAggressive and technically sound play styleGenerates consistent lateral and linear displacement on solo blocksOutstanding balance and control through repsPhysical finisherBurke Mastel (Montana State)Height: 6041Weight: 302 lbs2025 Stats: Played in 13 games, 367 pass-blocking snaps, 2.7% pressure rate, 65.5 run-blocking gradeStrengthsQuality striking power at the point of attackStrong leg drive to linearly displaceConsistent low pad level and leveragePowerful, stifling punch in pass protectionVery good anticipatory skillsJames Morrison (St. Thomas)Height: 6057Weight: 355 lbs2025 Stats: Played in 12 games, 354 pass-blocking snaps, 2.2% pressure percentage, 69.3 run-blocking gradeStrengthsRare size for the positionOverwhelms defenders with his size and massAbsorbs contact well without losing groundFunctional movement skills for his sizeEffective jump-setter in pass protectionBiggest Games To Watch In 2026:Liam Becher vs Nebraska (Sep. 19)Dolapo Egunjobi vs Memphis (Sep. 19)Dolapo Egunjobi vs West Virginia (Sep. 12)Jack Ziebell vs Wyoming (Sep. 12)Titan Fleischmann/Burke Mastel vs Nevada (Sep. 12)Landon Woodard vs Northern Illinois (Sep. 12)Cam Nolan vs Miami (OH) (Sep. 12)Early FCS IOL Superlatives:Best Pass Protector: Landon Woodard (Illinois State)Best Run Blocker: Thomas O'Brien (Harvard)Best Athlete: Dolapo Egunjobi (UT Martin)Best Feet: Cam Nolan (Holy Cross)Most Powerful: Thomas O'Brien (Harvard)Best Zone-Scheme Fit: Jack Ziebell (Northern Colorado)Best Gap-Scheme Fit: Liam Becher (North Dakota)Follow FCS Football Central on social media for ongoing coverage of FCS football, including on X, Facebook, and YouTube.Add us as a preferred source on GoogleFollow