5 reasons Tampa Bay should be excited about drafting center Jake Majors
5 reasons Tampa Bay should be excited about drafting center Jake Majors
Texas Longhorns center Jake Majors didn't hear his name called during the 2025 NFL Draft. However, shortly after it was over, Majors was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Majors came to the Longhorns in 2020 as the No. 260 overall recruit according to On3's industry rankings. Je ended up being a four-year starter for the Longhorns and was a key part of turning their offensive line around over the last few years.
It took a while, but Majors is officially in the NFL. Here's five reasons the Buccaneers can be excited about Majors.
Tons of experience
Majors was a four-star prospect coming prospect out of Prosper, Texas. He lived up to the hype. Majors played in 58 games for the Longhorns, and 57 of them wee starts. Texas made consecutive trips to the college football playoff, which gave Majors tons of big game experience against top-level competition. Theirs no better teacher than being on the field, and Majors has logged plenty of time playing collegiate level football.
Underrated athleticism
One goal of offensive lineman is to be able to get to the second level and take out linebackers. Majors has the athleticism to get the second level and create lanes up the middle in the running game. This is a key element to have for a center for a team to maximize their ability to run the ball.
Keeps the quarterback clean
Quarterbacks hate getting pressured up the middle. Well, Majors is a great player to have for the Buccaneers to keep their quarterbacks upright. In 2023, he didn't allow a single sack and only gave up one quarterback hit in 504 pass block snaps according to Pro Football Focus. Majors has only given up three sacks for his entire collegiate career. He's only allowed eight quarterback hits and 43 pressures in 2,055 pas block snaps.
Very smart
Being a center is being the brains of the offensive line. It is of extreme importance to be able to recognize defenses and adjust protections. That's not only important for him but the only lineman on the unit. Majors excels in that regard. This gives the quarterback a sense of comfort, and in return, the offense can run smoother.
Technically sound
Technique is paramount for any position. Majors know how to get his hands inside and control blockers. He knows how to set a good anchor and not allow interior defenders to move him. Coming into the NFL already having excellent technique is a big plus for Majors, and he'll be able to hit to ground running once his learns the Buccaneers system.
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