Summary

O’Cyrus Torrence was drafted in the 2023 NFL Draft, Round 2, (pick 59) out of University of Florida. Torrence is a high‑impact interior offensive lineman whose game is built around brute strength, leverage mastery, and the ability to dominate in close quarters. His strength in the run game and his anchoring ability in pass protection make him a foundational guard piece for a team seeking physicality up front. While not the most mobile or agile lineman, his strengths match very well to a power‑oriented or downhill offense.

Strengths

• Exceptional power and physicality: Torrence is frequently described as a mauler inside — “he’s utterly dominant in a phone booth,” showcasing upper‑body strength, hand control and leverage in close quarters. Athlon Sports

• Run‑blocking mastery: His tape from Louisiana and Florida shows him generating displacement, driving defenders off the line, and creating push in gap schemes. NFL Draft Buzz

• Pass‑protection aptitude at guard: Despite his size, he has shown the ability to anchor, absorb pressure and handle stunts & twists with awareness. PFSN

• Versatility along the interior: He played both guard spots in college and has the size and skill to adapt inside, which adds value for his team’s front. NFL Draft Buzz

Weaknesses

• Lateral agility / athletic ceiling: While strong, Torrence’s foot speed, mobility in space, and ability to slide laterally against twitchy defenders have been flagged as areas of concern. Bleacher Report

• Pad level and technique inconsistencies: At times, he plays too tall or overextends, which can reduce his power and allow defenders to get in his frame. NFL Draft Buzz

• Less suited for extreme zone‑scheme pulling or wide‑reach blocks: His dominant game is in power/gap schemes; when asked to do a lot of perimeter or high‑movement zone work, his limitations emerge. Big Blue View

Fit & Outlook

Torrence is an ideal fit for the Bills’ offensive line philosophy, which blends strong power‑run concepts with a quarterback who demands protection. For a team that values both run‑game effectiveness and pass‑protection stability, having a guard who can anchor and drive the line is extremely valuable. His skill‑set aligns particularly well with schemes that utilize inside zone, gap‑push, and play‑action setups where physicality matters.

• Short‑Term: Expect Torrence to be a full‑time starter at guard, contributing significantly to both the run and pass aspects of Buffalo’s offense. Given his early usage and size, he should be a foundational piece for the Bills up front.

• Medium‑Term: If he continues to refine his movement, improve his consistency in pass sets and expand his scheme versatility, he could develop into one of the top interior linemen in the league. His power gives him a high ceiling in his role.

• Long‑Term/Ceiling: The best projection is a dominant, every‑down guard who plays at a Pro Bowl level and anchors his side of the offensive line for years. The primary caveat: staying healthy, continuing technical refinement (especially in space or movement blocks), and adapting to varying schemes.

• Risk/Floor: Should his mobility or technique not progress, he may settle as a very good starter who excels in power‑run systems but is less versatile in spread or movement‑heavy offenses.