Utah left offensive tackle Caleb Lomu has declared for the 2026 NFL Draft, he announced in a social media post on Tuesday.
“I will always cherish my time at the University of Utah, and the support I have received through every high and every low from my family, friends, teammates and fans,” the redshirt sophomore said in his announcement. “With that being said, I am beyond grateful and blessed to announce that I will be declaring for the 2026 NFL Draft.”
In 2025, Lomu became one of the best offensive linemen in the country. His performance helped lead the Utes to a 10-2 record and a No. 15 ranking in the country.
Lomu earned an All-Big 12 First Team selection at the end of the season. According to Pro Football Focus, Lomu has allowed just eight pressures, six hurries and has yet to allow a sack in 357 pass blocking opportunities this season.
He also played a pivotal part in Utah’s rushing offense, which ranks third in the nation, averaging 269.8 rushing yards per game and has accumulated 3,237 total yards on the ground.
Lomu is projected to be a first-round selection in 2026. ESPN draft analyst Field Yates has him being selected at No. 18 in his latest mock draft released on Dec. 10.
Utah is set to cap off its season versus Nebraska in the Las Vegas Bowl on New Year’s Eve.