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Joe Cotton Cincinnati
File OT-21 · National rank 185 · 2027 class

Joe Cotton

#74· Cincinnati ·OT ·R-Sr ·2027 Draft · Sioux Falls, S.D.
6'6"Height 320 lbWeight
RepresentationThe Business of Athletes Confirmed
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Joe Cotton is a redshirt senior offensive lineman who transferred to Cincinnati from South Dakota and projects as a starter. He profiles as a draftable, late-round-type prospect.
Agent / Representation
Status Represented Confirmed
AgencyThe Business of Athletes
NotesNIL representation — The Business of Athletes (TBA).
Verified2026-07-21
Board Standing
#21 OT / 1038
#185 Overall / 15102
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Scouting Verdict

Returning 2026 starter on a veteran offensive line — arrived as a highly-ranked FCS transfer (South Dakota, a top-15 overall portal OL) and announced his return alongside Tengesdahl and Tyo. Proven starter-level tackle; graded on the body of work, upside in the band.

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Recruiting
High SchoolRoosevelt
HometownSioux Falls, S.D.
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Transfer
South Dakota→Cincinnati 2025
★★★★
Stars
#103
National
#14
Position
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