2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Arizona OL Jonah Savaiinaea

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Jonah Savaiinaea | G | Arizona

Height: 6’4″
Weight: 324 lbs
Draft Projection: Early Day 2
Notable Accomplishment: All-Big 12 Honorable Mention

Pros: Not many players possess the size, speed, and sheer power that Savaiinaea brings to the table. The Arizona standout was a key component along the Wildcats offensive line, displaying a consistent presence at right tackle. However, I believe he will be an even better guard at the next level, considering how easily he moves defenders off the ball with good leverage and technique. One trait which separates Savaiinaea from most guards in this draft is his accuracy with the hands. He lands his punches at just the right time and just at the right spot, and he also possesses a great deal of power in his hands, taking control of early-down reps and moving defenders at will. His functional strength and power generated from his core allow him to dominate in the running game, and once his balance and body control improve, he will have developed into a complete lineman. Savaiinaea can also pull when necessary, considering the fact he is surprisingly quick for his size and can get out in space in a hurry.

Cons: I believe most of Savaiinaea’s concerns are put to rest simply by moving to guard. If I was grading him as a tackle on my personal board, he would be significantly lower. This is the part of the evaluation that can be difficult. When playing tackle, Savaiinaea was rather stiff at times, lacking the bend and agility to fend off pass rushers with quickness and elusiveness. He made himself susceptible on the inside shoulder on several occasions due to overcompensating in efforts to mirror the defender. Defenders with larger repertoires of moves kept him guessing at times, as his ability to react and adapt are not the most elite.

Overview: Savaiinaea may not be able to overcome his stiffness enough to become an elite tackle, but with his raw size and athleticism combined with a solid work ethic and positional versatility, I think he is a top-50 player in this draft. He is ready enough to be an impact starter at guard in Year 1, and once he nails down the technical aspects, he could quickly develop into a top-tier player at the position.

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