Raiders NFL Draft Prospect: C Tanor Bortolini

Originally posted on FanNation Raider Maven
By Aidan Champion | Last updated 2/21/24

The Las Vegas Raiders needed to move some players around on their offensive line as the group dealt with a number of injuries this past season.

Depending on how free agency goes, it's possible they will need to do so again next season, and for that to happen, they need versatile players who can adapt when needed.

Tanor Bortolini of Wisconsin is a perfect example of a player who can play -- and excel -- all along the O-line.

Bortolini played all his offensive snaps at center in his final collegiate season, starting in 12 contests. He was named to Phil Steele's All-Big Ten Fourth Team for his 2023 campaign.

Pro Football Focus gave Bortolini an overall grade of 65.9 and a pass-block grade of 80.3 for the 2023 season.

The season prior, Bortolini played all along the O-line, making six starts at left guard, two at right guard, one at center, and one at tight end. He was named an All-Big Ten Honorable Mention.

Bortolini played most of the 2021 season at right tackle, where he also thrived. He played a total of 10 games, starting five at guard. PFF gave him an overall grade of 87.0 for that season.

As a freshman, Bortolini played just two games for the Badgers. He was rated a three-star recruit by 247Sports and ESPN out of high school.

The prospect is one of the more versatile lineman in this year's draft class. That makes him not only valuable as a center, but a great asset to have to step in when there's multiple injuries on the O-line.

From February 27 to March 4, 2024, the NFL Scouting Combine will be held at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Ind.

The NFL Draft will be held in Detroit, Mich., on April 25-27, 2024. The Las Vegas Raiders currently hold the No. 13 overall pick.

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