Logan Jones C Iowa | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Logan Jones C Iowa
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
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| Last Updated: 06/06/2025 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2026 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.90 seconds (98%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Age: 23.7 DOB: 10/19/2001 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| SUB-POSITION: Center | |
| Last Updated: 06/06/2025 | |
| Draft Year: 2026 | |
| 40 time: 4.90 seconds (98%*) | |
| Age: 23.7 DOB: 10/19/2001 | |
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| Overall Rating: | 84.5 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced | ||
| Defense Rating: |
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77% |
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| Pass Blocking: |
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79% |
| Run Blocking: |
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79% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
3rd
Overall Rank:
#88
Position rank:
#16
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| College Games: 37 College Snaps: 1990 | ||
ESPN RATING: 81/100
College Combine Results
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OVR Rank:
#18
Pos Rank:
#27
State Rank:
#2
College Combine Results
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247 RATING: 94/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.7 (93%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Jared Wilson - Georgia |
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81% |
| Zach Tom - Wake Forest |
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78% |
| Cameron Jurgens - Nebraska |
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77% |
Draft Profile: Bio
Council Bluffs, Iowa native Logan Jones arrived in Iowa City as a decorated multi-sport athlete who dominated the hardwood and gridiron at Lewis Central High School. Standing 6'3" and weighing 293 pounds, Jones brought impressive versatility to the Hawkeyes, earning four-star ratings from both ESPN (81/100) and 247 Sports (0.94 composite). His high school resume included back-to-back Iowa Lineman of the Year honors and basketball prowess that showcased the athleticism that would later define his college career. The powerful frame that once terrorized opposing quarterbacks as a defensive end would eventually anchor one of college football's most productive rushing attacks.Jones' Iowa journey began with uncertainty, as a redshirt freshman season in 2020 transitioned into an injury-plagued 2021 campaign that limited him to just two defensive appearances. The pivotal spring of 2022 brought a complete positional overhaul when coaches moved him from defensive line to center, asking him to fill the considerable void left by Tyler Linderbaum's departure to the NFL. That transition proved masterful, as Jones immediately seized the starting role and hasn't relinquished it since. His 38 career starts include an iron-man stretch of starting every game at center from 2022-2024, establishing himself as the anchor of Iowa's offensive line renaissance.
The numbers tell the story of Jones' impact on Iowa's ground game dominance. His 2024 season helped propel the Hawkeyes to 197.2 rushing yards per game—their best mark since 2002 and third-best in the Big Ten. First-Team All-Big Ten honors from the media, along with second-team recognition from coaches, validated his emergence as one of the conference's premier centers. Pro Football Focus crowned him the highest-graded center among Power Four players in 2024, while his leadership qualities earned him permanent team captain status and recognition with Iowa's prestigious Iron Hawk Award. His 700-pound squat record and 425-pound bench press demonstrate the raw power that drives his effectiveness in the trenches.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Elite athleticism for the position, who has the speed to fill in at tight end
- Devastating anchor strength with 700-pound squat translating to immovable presence against bull rushes
- Nasty finisher in run blocking who consistently drives defenders five yards off the line of scrimmage
- Advanced line caller with sharp pre-snap recognition that helped Iowa allow just 15 sacks in 2024
- Durable competitor who started 26 consecutive games while playing every offensive snap in multiple contests
- Quick study who mastered center position in just one spring after defensive line background
- Outstanding work ethic with relentless pursuit of technical refinement and strength development
- Versatile frame capable of emergency duty at guard or tackle based on high school experience
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Hand placement inconsistencies create leverage issues and occasional holding penalties against skilled pass rushers
- Pass protection timing needs refinement when dealing with complex stunts and blitz packages
- Technique remains somewhat raw despite three years of starting experience at the position
- Core strength could improve to better handle powerful nose tackles who attack low pad level
- Frame may need additional bulk to withstand physical punishment of 17-game NFL seasons
Scouting Report: Summary
Jones' rare speed for the position opens doors in zone-blocking schemes where his ability to climb to linebackers could prove invaluable, yet those same mobility skills sometimes mask fundamental technique flaws that more experienced rushers will exploit. His anchor strength against power moves looks NFL-ready, but pass protection lapses against complex stunts suggest he'll need patience from coaching staffs early in his professional career.What makes Jones fascinating is how his physical tools create both opportunity and concern simultaneously. The speed that makes him special also contributes to over-aggressive tendencies where he lunges past defenders rather than maintaining proper leverage. His defensive line background provides him with an understanding of rush angles that helps in run blocking, but that same inexperience at center shows up in crucial moments when blitz recognition becomes paramount. The leadership qualities that earned him captain status demonstrate readiness for the mental demands, though the technical refinement process remains ongoing after just three years at the position.
Offensive coordinators will be drawn to Jones' athletic ceiling and proven ability to anchor successful ground games, but they'll also need realistic timelines for his development in pass protection. His college production validates his impact potential when surrounded by quality coaching and proper scheme fit, yet the technical concerns suggest he may struggle initially against veteran defensive tackles who understand how to attack his leverage weaknesses.
Written By:
K.C. Martinez (Big Ten)
How other scouting services rate Logan Jones (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
92.0
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
17.0
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in comparison to historical performances at the NFL Combine, specifically within their position group. A higher percentile indicates a better performance.
For instance, being in the 90th percentile for a particular stat means the player outperformed 90% of their peers in that category.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.