Peter Skoronski
Summary
Peter Skoronski was selected in the 1st Round (#11 Overall) in the 2023 Draft out of Northwestern University. Skoronski entered the NFL as one of the more technically polished offensive line prospects of his class. He blends advanced footwork, strong hand technique, and excellent balance into his game—traits that made him a three‑year starter at Northwestern and a unanimous All‑American in 2022. While his size and arm‑length metrics raise questions about his long‑term spot at offensive tackle in the NFL, his versatility and skill set give him a strong floor and potentially high ceiling. Whether he stabilizes at guard or stays at tackle, his future looks bright if his transition and refinement continue well.
Strengths
Technical proficiency & footwork: Skoronski is frequently praised for his smooth movements, ability to mirror defenders, and solid set in pass protection. Bleacher Report
Football IQ & awareness: He shows strong recognition of stunts, second‑level flow, and is adept at reacting and resetting when needed. Bleacher Report
Run‑blocking ability & motor: While his pass‑pro stood out, he also showed in college the ability to fire off blocks, sustain them, climb to the second level, and finish reps.
Versatility: Though drafted as a tackle, many scouting reports note that his size and arms may eventually make him suitable for guard, increasing his value as a multi‑position interior lineman. NFL Draft Buzz
Durability & consistency: He started all games in his three years at Northwestern, showing reliability and readiness to play. Titan Sized
Weaknesses
Arm length & prototype tackle size: One of the most cited concerns is that Skoronski’s arm length (~32″) and height (6′4″) are below the prototypical starting left tackle standard, which can become an issue against long‑armed or elite edge rushers. CBS Sports
Initial power versus elite defenders: While he is solid (and improving) at anchoring, some reports suggest that his play strength in pure power rush situations could be enhanced, especially as competition ramps up in the NFL. CBS Sports
Hand placement & anchor consistency under duress: His hands can start wide or low, and that against certain rushers he can be jolted into anchoring late and giving ground initially.
Fit/navigation of position: Because of the size/length concerns, there is some ambiguity over whether his long‑term home will be tackle or guard. Some teams see him as a guard or a tackle with guard‑type traits — the transition may take time. Athlon Sports
Fit & Outlook
Skoronski is best deployed in a scheme that offers a balance—he excels in both pass protection and zone‑run concepts, so a team that uses mixed blocking schemes and values movement and technique will extract the most from him. Given that he is already starting in the NFL (for the Titans) and his proficiency, expect him to contribute early—whether at guard or tackle—and be a multi‑down starter. If he continues to refine his leverage, hand placement, and improves his anchor strength/power, his ceiling is that of a very good starter, possibly high tier. If the size/arm length factor limits him materially, his floor remains a strong starting guard or swing tackle.