Andrew Stueber eager to earn opportunity with NFL team

Offensive tackle Andrew Stueber stood before the media at Michigan‘s pro day moments after showcasing his skills in front of all 32 NFL franchises.

In many ways, his career in Ann Arbor ended the same way it began.

Stueber earned his scholarship offer during a camp at Michigan. He is hoping that he did enough during his pro day to make the same impression on the NFL.

“I had to work for my offer here,” he said. “I came to the Big Man Camp and worked out in the Big House and that’s where I got my offer. It’s the same kind of transition to the pros. You have to showcase your ability and showcase your talent. I’m used to that from my college experience. I’m used to what it takes to show off your skills in camp and compete.

“It always feels better working for your offer and your spot. I’m happy to do that.”

Stueber was a second-team All-American and first-team All-Big Ten performer in 2021, starting all 14 games at right tackle. Most draft analysts have him as a mid-round pick heading into the process. The March 18 pro day was the culmination of everything he accomplished as a Wolverine.

“It’s really special,” Stueber said. “I’ve gone through four or five years of watching my teammates go through this. To go through it myself is special for me. It is a great place to showcase your ability. But not only your quickness and speed but also your mental knowledge of the game with interviews with teams. It was a lot of fun.”

Stueber works to impress scouts

Stueber has handled the draft process answering every question and request asked of him. Because of his athletic profile, most scouts project that he will kick inside to guard at the next level. He is still working between both positions in workouts.

“I had really good interviews and meetings [at the pro day],” Stueber said. “I re-did position work and different drills there. Showed off some guard work and tackle work and think it went well.”

Stueber was part of the 2022 Senior Bowl in Mobile, Alabama, which provided the opportunity to meet with all 32 franchises. He feels that being open-minded about what is asked of him will serve him well during the process.

“I was very fortunate at the Senior Bowl that I got to meet with every single team,” Stueber said. “That was good exposure. I’m taking all meetings and interviews with an open mind and showing who I am as a player and person. It’s been a lot of fun.”

Meetings with teams can also come with weird questions being asked of players. Stueber revealed there have not been weird ones, but he wants to make sure teams know what he is all about.

“One of the core ones is drawing up plays,” Stueber said. “I think I was the only person to draw up a two tight ends attached power. Everyone wants to draw up five lineman playing inside zone. I come from Michigan, so I like the power scheme. Coaches like seeing that. There are some tough questions you have to answer about yourself and as a player and what you want to improve yourself. It is all about seeing who you are as a player and a person.”

What he brings and what he hopes to improve

Stueber knows he brings a versatile skill-set to the NFL and wants every evaluator to know he is willing to play any position for an opportunity at the next level.

“First off, my quickness [is a strength],” Stueber said. “My ability to get off the ball and get in space. Also my versaility. I played right tackle and right guard here. I took some center reps at the Senior Bowl. I’m comfortable with both sides of the line. I also want to show off in these interviews my knowledge of the game and how much I love the game of football.”

That does not come without improvements that need to be made. Stueber is transparent about what he thinks can get better heading into the NFL.

“Mostly my frame and body and work on balance and technique. The pros with technique goes so much higher than college. There are veteran players that have that and speed as well. I just want to keep improving every day. Keep working on that and my versatility, as well as playing lower. Keeping my body in shape in cutting fat and gaining muscle.”