Cardinals Rough Draft: OT Caleb Lomu

Q: Who did the Arizona Cardinals sign to improve their offensive line?

The Arizona Cardinals signed guard Isaac Semualo, tackle Elijah Wilkinson, and versatile player Matt Pryor to enhance their offensive line.

Q: What were the issues with the Cardinals' offensive line last season?

Last season, the Cardinals' offensive line struggled significantly, particularly at both guard positions and with tackle Kelvin Beachum.

Q: What is the status of LT Paris Johnson for the upcoming season?

LT Paris Johnson is expected to be fully healed before Week 1 of the upcoming season.

Q: Who is the General Manager of the Arizona Cardinals responsible for the offseason signings?

Monti Ossenfort is the General Manager of the Arizona Cardinals who oversaw the offseason signings to improve the team's offensive line.

LAWRENCE, KS - NOVEMBER 28: Utah Utes offensive lineman Caleb Lomu (71) blocks Kansas Jayhawks defensive end Dak Brinkley (9) in the second quarter of a Big 12 football game between the Utah Utes and Kansas Jayhawks on November 28, 2025 at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium in Lawrence, KS. (Photo by Scott Winters/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images

What a good offseason the Arizona Cardinals have had this year. At season’s end, the offensive line was viewed as a dumpster fire. Both guard spots had huge issues, along with OT Kelvin Beachum. So, GM Monti Ossenfort rolled up his sleeves, opened the checkbook, and signed some seasoned veterans.

He brought in the best free agent guard, Isaac Semualo, then inked RT Elijah Wilkinson and the ultra-versatile Matt Pryor. Hopefully, LT Paris Johnson will be completely healed before Week 1.

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The only problem area appears to be the right guard. Isaiah Adams was drafted a few years ago as the heir apparent at guard. Last year, when he started, he was a major problem. Pryor is currently penciled in as Adam’s backup, so that may flip.

Lomu would give the Cardinals a ton of options. Put him at right tackle, slide Wilkinson to right guard, and watch this offense go. Or, move Johnson over to right tackle and insert Lomu to his college position of RT.

Options. How long has it been for the Cardinals to have offensive line options?

OT Caleb Lomu

Draft projection: Round 2

Cardinals pick: #34

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Specifics:

College: Utah

Height: 6’-6”

Weight: 313 pounds

40-time: 4.99

Career games: 36

Accolades: First Team All-Big 12, Freshman All-American (2024)

Positives:

Explodes off his stance
Violent hands in pass protection
Calm awareness
Kick slide is smooth
Stays square and upright
Once he latches, the fight is over
Good agility with recovery
Very physical
Great puller with fluid footwork
Exceptional pass blocking

Negatives:

Core power a question
Needs work with run blocking
Opens his hips too early
Hand size below average
Braces for impact instead of anchoring

Expert Draft Site Analysis

NFL.com

Lomu lined up at left tackle for the Utes. He has an ideal frame with room to add more weight/strength. In pass protection, he has average foot quickness and plays a little upright. Yet, he consistently stays square and does a nice job reworking his hands to avoid allowing defenders to pry open his shoulder. He has excellent feel and awareness against stunts/games. In the run game, he lacks knock-back power, but he fits up cleanly and stays attached. He takes proper angles to the second level and stays off the ground. Overall, Lomu does need to add some core strength, but he has the rest of the ingredients to be a solid starting tackle at the next level.