Versatile mauler who played his way into first-round territory
Zabel’s North Dakota State résumé screams “ready-made pro”: by 2024 he had become a consensus FCS All-American, logged 62 games with 41 starts, and proved he could handle left tackle, both guards, and right tackle without looking out of place. His calling card is nasty, efficient power with real processing ability against stunts and blitzes, plus the flexibility teams love when deciding whether he’s a guard, center, or emergency tackle. If you want a high-floor interior lineman with experience, toughness, and legit NFL movement skills, Zabel is a very good fit.
