The NFL's strategic shift towards a more spread-out game and the use of 11 personnel has heightened the importance of offensive linemen and their versatility.

Former Vikings GM Rick Spielman emphasized the need for teams to select the best available player, regardless of position, as both right and left tackles face elite pass rushers.

Duke Manyweather, a private offensive line coach, pointed out that confidence in one's technique and adaptability is crucial for a successful position change.

The transition for players involves training with coaches, focusing on stance, movement, and specific techniques tailored to their new positions.

A player's ability to handle complex defensive schemes, including stunts and games, is often tested during live game situations, revealing their readiness for a new role.

Coaches emphasize the significance of live repetitions at these all-star games to evaluate players' adaptability to new positions.

The article also highlights potential offensive line prospects for the upcoming draft who may be converted to new positions, including Campbell, Membou, Banks, Zabel, and Jackson.

Teams are increasingly assessing linemen based on their overall traits rather than strictly adhering to their labeled positions.

Notable position changes leading up to the draft include Joe Alt moving from left to right tackle for the Chargers and JC Latham switching from right to left tackle for the Titans.

In the previous year's draft, nine offensive linemen were selected in the first round, with eight of them changing positions from their college experience.

As teams prepare for the draft, discussions often center on a player's potential to transition to different positions, particularly during all-star events.

The 2025 NFL Draft is set to take place from April 24 to 26 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin.