ESPN NFL Draft Analyst Reveals Top Prospect Attending an All-Star Game

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Jackson Naugle | Last updated Jan 26, 2025 3:31 PM ET

ESPN NFL draft analyst and insider Matt Miller revealed on Thursday that he’s a big fan of one standout prospect participating in a postseason college all-star game.

In a post made on X, formerly Twitter, Miller identified Oregon left tackle Josh Conerly Jr. as the top prospect participating in an upcoming postseason college all-star game.

"The top overall player on my board—which comes out tomorrow—who will be attending an all-star game?" Miller wrote. "Oregon LT Josh Conerly Jr. I am a big, big fan."

Conerly, standing at 6-foot-4, 305 pounds, has been a cornerstone of Oregon's offensive line over the last two years.

In 2024, he started all 14 games at left tackle, leading the team with 901 offensive snaps. Meanwhile, Pro Football Focus awarded him a 78.8 pass-blocking grade, noting that he allowed just one sack and 17 total pressures in 511 pass-blocking opportunities.

Conerly's consistent performance and has positioned him as a top prospect for the upcoming NFL Draft. As the day approaches, his stock continues to rise, with many projecting him as a potential first-round pick.

Analysts praise Conerly's athleticism and technique. Bleacher Report highlights his "good athletic ability, quickness and redirect skills," as well as his efficiency in pass protection. Meanwhile, The Draft Network describes him as a "high-floor, high-upside tackle who plays with a confidence and swagger that few possess in this class."

Conerly will wait for his name to be called during the 2025 NFL Draft, set to begin on Thursday, April 24.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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