Welcome to the second chapter of Joseph’s Gems 2026.

But before we move forward — what’s a Gem?

Gems are measured by a select handful of categories:

Size — How they compare amongst traditional NFL counterparts

RAS — Do they possess the athleticism to compete at the highest level?

Stats — When on the field, did they make plays?

Competition — How did they perform when the lights were the brightest?

All-Star Recognition — Following recent Packers trends, did the prospect receive an invite to an All-Star Game, and how did they perform?

Based on these parameters, prospects can be classified as follows:

0 out of 5: Coal

1 out of 5: Very Included

2 out of 5: Included

3 out of 5: Slightly Included

4 out of 5: Gem

5 out of 5: Diamond in the Rough

So, for our next Gem of 2026, we’ll head to the trenches and take a look at UMass offensive tackle Ryan Mosesso.

Ryan Mosesso isn’t polished.

But he doesn’t need to be.

Ryan Mosesso hails from Marshfield, Massachusetts, where he played tight end and defensive end for Noble and Greenough. A three-star prospect at tight end and a Top-15 player in the state, Mosesso drew interest from programs like Albany, Boston College, Bryant, New Hampshire, Penn State, Princeton, Richmond, Stony Brook, and UMass.

He ultimately received offers from New Hampshire and UMass, choosing to stay home and suit up for the Minutemen.

When I first turned on Mosesso’s tape, my immediate thought was, “This guy’s got some good feet.” And that was before I even knew he was a converted tight end.

Depending on the assignment, Mosesso can do an okay — sometimes good — job of winning reps early. In the run game, he’s more of a stalemate player right now; he’s not driving defenders into the ground, but he’s holding his own. In pass protection, he can redirect rushers if they’re not careful, but he’s not an eraser by any means… yet.

His punch is adequate, but his hands overall are still very much a work in progress. That’s where the projection comes in.

I know some have him penciled in at guard, but Mosesso has every right to start out as a swing tackle. The traits are too high-end to ignore. If he can get coached up on his hand usage, add some strength, and carry a bit more weight, there’s a path here for him to carve out a role somewhere along an offensive line.

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So is Mosesso a Gem? Hmmm....

Size

Mosesso checks in at 6'4", 300 pounds with slightly over 34-inch arms. For some teams, he’s going to be a bit undersized for a full-time tackle. But we’re talking swing here — and for that role, this is more than adequate. He earns a check.

RAS

As a guard, Mosesso posts an elite 9.38 RAS. At tackle, he comes in at a solid 8.40 — more than sufficient for what we’re talking about here. I even threw in his center RAS at 9.18 just for good measure.

Across the board, he checks out. Check.

Stats

Offensive line play isn’t always about the stat sheet, but when you turn on the tape, you don’t see a dominant player just yet. He holds his own, but you’re not seeing consistent impact. No check.

Competition

Mosesso turned in quality performances against Missouri and Mississippi State twice apiece in back-to-back years, to go along with a solid showing against Liberty. For a lower-end program going up against SEC talent, that matters. That’s enough to bring him into the NFL-caliber conversation. Check.

All-Star Recognition

None. No check.

Certification

With a score of 3 out of 5, UMass’ Ryan Mosesso can be certified as Slightly Included, who should hear his name called in the 6th Round!!!!

Are the Packers interested in Ryan Mosesso?

Maaaaybe. They were in attendance at UMass' Pro Day, and Mosesso confirms the Packers spoke with him.

Mosesso isn’t a plug-and-play guy, and that alone will push him down some boards. But for a team like the Green Bay Packers, that’s not necessarily a dealbreaker — it’s part of the model. This class isn’t particularly strong along the offensive line, but that fact alone doesn’t put immediate pressure on the Packers to force a pick. It’s not a group they have to address right now. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t questions. Aaron Banks is on thin ice, and if either Jordan Morgan or Sean Rhyan were to go down, things could get interesting in a hurry up front. Barring a standout camp (not impossible), Mosesso isn’t a player you expect to see much as a rookie unless a game is well in hand, but that’s not the point. The Packers need a ball of clay they can start molding now — someone who can develop in the background to prepare for a potential drop-off in talent, especially on the interior. Mosesso is that ball… if they’re willing to work the piece.

The question is whether the Packers are willing to bet on the polish — or let someone else do the work.