McLaughlin (6’4/304) spent time at Alabama and Ohio State. He transferred to OSU for the 2024 season and started 34 collegiate games at center, including 10 for the Buckeyes in 2024. He is extremely quick off the ball, and shows a high motor, especially in the run game. As a run blocker, McLaughlin is consistent with his hands and aggressive at the point of attack. As a pulling guard, he’s fluid with his hips and well-balanced. He does play high at times, which causes him to lose leverage, and some of that lower body strength. As a pass blocker, McLaughlin is quick at the line of scrimmage, posting a 74.1 overall PFF grade. He allowed just one sack throughout his career, and played over 1,800 snaps. McLaughlin also missed Ohio State‘s playoff run because of a torn Achilles he suffered in November. McLaughlin shows plenty of potential at the pivot, but the Achilles injury likely cost him a shot to get drafted.