Dametrious Crownover prepares for first NFL season with Patriots
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 9:53 AM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Dametrious Crownover, selected 196th overall in the 2026 NFL Draft by the New England Patriots, is set to compete for an offensive tackle position this season. Standing 6’7 1/4” and weighing 319 pounds, he boasts impressive physical attributes, including a wingspan in the 95th percentile. After moving from tight end to offensive tackle during his college career at Texas A&M, Crownover recorded significant playing time, including 28 starts. However, his hand technique and footwork require further development, as indicated by his performance metrics from last season, where he surrendered 27 pressures.
- •Crownover attended Texas A&M and transitioned from tight end to offensive tackle.
- •He recorded 784 offensive snaps and 28 starts in college.
- •Selected in the sixth round of the 2026 NFL Draft by the Patriots.
- •Competing for a potential open offensive tackle spot this season.
- •Faced challenges with technique and penalties during his final college season.
- 9:53 AMYahoo Sports — Patriots scouting report: Dametrious Crownover is getting no questions about his length
"Previewing the Patriots offensive tackle heading into his first NFL season.
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