NFL Draft Star Will Campbell Slams Arm-Length Obsession: 'I Think It's BS'

Will Campbell, the standout offensive lineman from LSU, is making headlines ahead of the NFL Draft—but not just for his game-day prowess. Campbell isn’t holding back when it comes to the league’s obsession with arm measurements, calling the scrutiny "BS" after his Pro Day performance.

During LSU’s Pro Day, Campbell’s arm length was recorded at 33 inches—slightly longer than the 32 5/8 inches measured at the NFL Scouting Combine last month. While some might see this as just another data point, Campbell made it clear he thinks the focus is misplaced.

"For two years, nobody had any measurements on me and nobody said anything about my play," Campbell told The 33rd Team. "So now, all of a sudden, an arm length decides if I'm a good player or not? I think it's BS." He didn’t mince words, adding, "Any decision-makers in the NFL, they don’t really care—that’s all people who don’t coach, and they don’t coach for a reason." Ouch, talk about a mic drop moment.

Campbell’s confidence isn’t misplaced. He’s expected to be one of the first offensive linemen off the board in the upcoming draft, with mock drafts projecting him as high as No. 4 to the New England Patriots. His resume is stacked: Consensus All-American, Jacobs Blocking Trophy winner, and a First-Team All-SEC nod in both 2023 and 2024. Oh, and let’s not forget, he’s been anchoring LSU’s offensive line since his freshman year.

While Campbell’s arm-length rant might ruffle some feathers among the NFL’s analytics crowd, it’s hard to argue against his track record. Teams desperate for a tackle upgrade are likely keeping a close eye on him, arm measurements be damned.