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Was Wagner expected to be drafted? Seems odd to forego eligibility

Author: ndphysics  (4931 Posts - Joined: Sep 17, 2016)
Posted at 2:55 pm on Apr 26, 2026
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And not get picked. I know he has his degree but was he projected to be picked? Seemed to be very talented

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Thread Level: 2

Most of them said 7R or UDFA

Author: ndunabomber  (6965 Posts - Original UHND Member)
Posted at 3:33 pm on Apr 26, 2026
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His biggest weakness was that he lacked the mauler size that most teams in the NFL want at the tackle positions.

He's a finesse and technique player, and a very good one at that, but fewer NFL offenses use the lighter, faster tackles these days.

Even though he was listed as 300 lbs, that's a rather optimistic estimate, since he was playing close to 290 lbs during most of his college career.

He's also maxed out on his frame, since he's a very slender fellow for someone of his size.

He wasn't going to get any bigger, and I actually agree with his decision to go pro, due to the risk of injuries, etc.

It would have been nice to have been a draft pick, but this way, as a free agent, Mr. Wagner did make a good choice with the Titans.

Brian Daboll (part of the Belichick coaching tree), runs a modified Erhardt-Perkins offense, so this scheme has plenty of options for lighter, more agile linemen.


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Agreed, pretty shocking that he didn't get picked by the 4th round given his decision

Author: Clem  (2403 Posts - Joined: Sep 17, 2016)
Posted at 3:23 pm on Apr 26, 2026
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to leave ND early. 2 year starter and team captain woulda warranted some quality NIL.

On a good note, at least he got some say in where he went.


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I thought he was highly overrated, but you would think he would go late at least.

Author: THEISMANCARR  (17983 Posts - Joined: Aug 10, 2007)
Posted at 3:41 pm on Apr 26, 2026
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Had a very good season

Author: ndunabomber  (6965 Posts - Original UHND Member)
Posted at 4:14 pm on Apr 26, 2026
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Top 10% in the pass protection game, top 37% in the run game.

He only allowed 1 sack all year.


Link: https://www.pff.com/ncaa/players/aamil-wagner/156973

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I guess u can’t coach size…hopefully he can take advantage of his

Author: ndphysics  (4931 Posts - Joined: Sep 17, 2016)
Posted at 4:38 pm on Apr 26, 2026
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Skill and catch. maybe with someone looking for more agile guys Instead of massive types

Good luck to him. Not suggesting he do wrong thing, I was more surprised


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