Ozzy Trapilo

Summary

Ozzy Trapilo was selected in Round 2 (#56 Overall) of the 2025 NFL Draft out of the Boston College. A multi-year starter in the ACC, Trapilo became the anchor of the Eagles’ offensive line, starting 30+ collegiate games primarily at right tackle, while also showing positional flexibility. The son of former NFL offensive lineman Steve Trapilo, Ozzy earned All-ACC honors and was widely viewed by evaluators as one of the more dependable tackles in his class. From a character and off-field standpoint, Trapilo is regarded as a high-character, professional, and coachable lineman thanks to his background as the son of a former NFL player.

Strengths

• Prototypical Size & Length: NFL-caliber frame with long arms and good mass. Plays with good pad level for his height.

• Anchor Strength: Difficult to bull rush and absorbs power well in pass protection. Proven ability to handle high snap counts and physical play.

• Plow in the Run Game: Effective drive blocker who moves defenders off the line in gap concepts. Plays through the whistle and looks to impose his will physically.

• Hand Placement: Generally accurate and controlled and wins early in reps with a quick strike. Doesn’t panic and stays square and composed against rushers.

Weaknesses

• Foot Quickness: Can be stressed by elite speed rushers off the edge.

• Lateral Recovery: Limited margin for error once beaten outside. More linear than sudden when redirecting.

• Second-Level Mobility: Functional but not a high-end space athlete. Better in power/gap than wide-zone heavy systems.

• Penalty Risk: Physical style can occasionally lead to holds when reaching.

Outlook

Trapilo fits the Bears as a power-oriented offensive tackle who was originally selected to be their swing tackle, however, an injury to left tackle Braxton Jones thrust Trapilo into duty at a position which he has limited experience. Nevertheless, his strength, size, and anchor make him a strong fit in cold-weather, trench-driven football and his pro career has gotten off to a hot start his rookie year.Long-term, Trapilo projects as a starter-level NFL tackle with a high floor. While he may never be a dominant movement blocker or elite athlete in space, his size, toughness, and technical foundation give him staying power in the league. For the Bears, he represents a culture and identity fit—a dependable, physical lineman who brings professionalism, durability, and trench reliability to the offensive front.