I’ll be updating my top 125 with their new teams throughout the weekend.
Grade Scale for Ceiling/Floor: High-End Starter: 80+ | Avg. Starter: 60-79 | Backup/Situational Starter: 40-59 | Roster Filler: 20-39 | Camp Invite: 0-19 |
NFL Readiness: Graded on 0-5 scale
Grade calculation: Average of Ceiling(x3) and Floor + NFL readiness
| Overall | Pos | Player | School | Grade | Ceiling | Floor | Readiness | Team | Scouting Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | EDGE1 | Will Anderson Jr. | Alabama | 94.3 | 98 | 65 | 4.5 | -- | Three-year starter in the SEC and dominant from the moment he took the field. Primarily wins with an elite burst off the edge. Won so consistently with speed that he didn’t show an extensive array of pass-rush moves. Converts speed to power relatively well. Skill set will immediately produce results against most NFL tackles, but he will need to refine his arsenal of moves and add some functional strength to ascend to an elite level in the NFL. Shows off his football IQ versus the run. Has the discipline and anticipation skills to be a high-level run defender. Speed allows him to make plays from behind. Provided he maintains a strong work ethic and avoids injury, there’s simply no scenario in which he fails 一 he already has the skill set of a quality starter on the edge. |
| 2 | EDGE2 | Tyree Wilson | Texas Tech | 92.8 | 99 | 60 | 3.5 | -- | Three-star recruit who originally attended Texas A&M, transferring to Texas Tech after redshirt-freshman year. Listed at 230 points as a recruit, so the slow development to his career was partially a result of the need to fill out his frame. Massive build and dangerous length 一 nearly impossible for linemen to get into pads and lock on. Size/strength/speed combination gives him incredible versatility 一 stayed on the edge in college, but has the potential to shift inside on passing downs as well. Decent athlete, but lacks an elite burst 一 seeks out contact and primarily wins with pure power. Has the mindset that he’s going to run right through you to your quarterback. High upside as a run defender due to his size, but needs to be more disciplined setting the edge. Expect him to produce as a pass-rusher immediately and to dominate certain matchups, but he still needs some work to get his fundamentals up to the level of his raw size and talent. |
| 3 | QB1 | C.J. Stroud | Ohio State | 92.5 | 99 | 57 | 4 | -- | Looks like a prototypical pocket passer, but adds enough athleticism to be dangerous on the move as well. Greatest strength is his accuracy to all levels of the field. Arm strength is a notch below elite, but good enough to make every throw and he throws with great touch on the deep ball. In a clean pocket, he processes the field at a high level and is capable of throwing his receivers open. Navigates traffic when throwing to the middle of the field extremely well 一 a sure sign of a QB whos seeing the field well and making decisions with confidence. When the pocket breaks down is where he occasionally has issues. He’s risk-averse in his decision making under pressure, so he avoids costly turnovers, but he’ll need to get more confident in making decisions and taking chances in a dirty pocket to play at a high level in the NFL. Designed runs were not a part of the Ohio State game plan, but he’s athletic enough to develop those skills. QB prospects at his level in terms of accuracy and decision making have a high floor and are rarely busts, barring unforeseen issues in work ethic or injuries. |
| 4 | CB1 | Christian Gonzalez | Oregon | 90.3 | 98 | 55 | 3 | -- | Spent his first two seasons at Colorado and emerged as a dominant force as a true sophomore in 2021. Transferred to Oregon for his junior year and elevated his game to another level. Special blend of length and athleticism sets an elite ceiling. Better defending downfield due to his speed and size than he is at reacting to the shorter routes in front of him. Can play in any scheme but looks too passive or hesitant in zone coverage 一 needs to become more confident reading the QB and WR and trying to disrupt the catch. Not always interested in participating in run defense. Ceiling is truly special, but expect some inconsistent play early in his career as opponents will quickly learn how they can attack him and he’ll need to adjust. |
| 5 | EDGE3 | Lukas Van Ness | Iowa | 90.0 | 96 | 58 | 3.5 | -- | Entering draft as a redshirt-sophomore. Technically never started a game, but led all Iowa defensive linemen in snaps in 2022. Played almost exclusively on the interior defensive line in 2021, but took on a more versatile role in 2022 and shined when lined up on the edge. Per Sports Info Solutions, ranked third in Big Ten in pressure rate generated both on the edge and on the interior. Versatility is reminiscent of last year’s number-one pick Travon Walker, only LVN has more proven production as an edge rusher. Lacks elite speed, but has an explosive first step and converts speed to power exceptionally well. Consistently wins the leverage battle. Winning with power at a young age bodes well for a smooth transition to the NFL, as he should continue to get stronger. |
| 6 | EDGE4 | Nolan Smith | Georgia | 88.5 | 96 | 50 | 4 | -- | Two-year starter who saw significant action all four years at Georgia. Physical tools of a linebacker/edge hybrid in the Micah Parsons mold 一 however, the inverse of Parsons in terms of college experience, having played exclusively on the edge. Explosive off the edge and wins with speed. Great bend. Excels at making himself small, he’s a real challenge for bigger tackles. No power to his game 一 once engaged with a lineman his pass-rush is stalled. Football IQ jumps out in the run game. Sees the plays developing like a savvy veteran and is consistently creating problems in the backfield. Limited experience in coverage and it shows 一 will need time to develop if he’s ask to take on a more versatile role. Missed end of 2022 with torn pectoral muscle. Should be treated as a three-down player with immediate starting potential, but you’ll want to use his versatility to his advantage to move him around and create ideal matchups. |
| 7 | WR1 | Jaxon Smith-Njigba | Ohio State | 86.5 | 90 | 60 | 4 | -- | Polished receiver with WR1 potential despite lack of truly elite traits. Physical build and speed are average, but his precise route-running and elite hands more than makes up for it. Extremely productive after the catch 一 has a great sense space on the field and finds running lanes for extra yardage. He’s in the Keenan Allen mold in the sense that the final product of his game is probably greater than the sum of its parts. Experience in the slot and the outside. Benefitted from playing with Garrett Wilson and Chris Olave, but answered some questions as to his ability to be the guy with historic performance in 2022 Rose Bowl vs Utah. Lingering hamstring injury cost him most of 2022 season. The length of the injury raised speculation he was using it as an excuse to opt out of the season 一 that may not be the case, but teams will question him on it. |
| 8 | DL1 | Calijah Kancey | Pittsburgh | 86.5 | 92 | 58 | 3 | -- | Incredibly explosive interior pass-rusher. Wins with an exceptional burst off the snap, but also has quick, active hands which allows him to keep linemen from getting into his pads. Mediocre production against the run due to his lack of length and strength. Plays with leverage and can hold his ground against the run, but struggles to shed blocks. Does have nice range when he’s able to disengage and pursue the ball carrier. Might be viewed as a pass-rush specialist, but has incredible potential in that area 一 and that type of player has never held more value than in today’s era. Missed time with a shoulder injury in 2022. |
| 9 | LB1 | Drew Sanders | Arkansas | 86.3 | 95 | 50 | 2.5 | -- | Five-star recruit who spent two seasons at Alabama as a defensive end before transferring to Arkansas and transitioning to off-ball linebacker. Elite pass-rush production as a blitzing linebacker. Explosive burst off the snap but also has developed pass-rush moves from his days on the edge, making him more well-rounded in that area than your typical off-ball linebacker. Coverage skills are understandably raw 一 just doesn’t have the experience to anticipate. Sloppy tackler 一 still adjusting to tackling in space can be thrown off balance by slippery ball carriers. Doesn’t turn 22 until December. Appears to have the frame to carry more weight if teams want to convert him back to the edge. If sticks at linebacker there are some definite flaws in terms of coverage and tackling, but it’s easy to see how his traits should convert to high level production in those areas with more experience. Any defensive coaching hoping to lean on the blitz should love what Sanders brings to the table. |
| 10 | QB2 | Bryce Young | Alabama | 86.0 | 88 | 62 | 4.5 | -- | Diminutive prospect who makes up for his limitations with his processing ability. Sees the field as well as any prospect in recent years. Arm strength is adequate, but does hold him back on certain types of throws. He seems to know his arm well 一 doesn’t force the ball into windows when he doesn’t have the arm for it. So while he’ll pass over some throws due to his arm, he isn’t making mistakes because of it. Accuracy and touch are strong on short and intermediate throws, but inconsistent downfield. Maintains accuracy on the move. Has a good feel for the pocket and can find throwing windows for himself as it collapses. Occasionally holds the ball too long, and will need to speed things up to help cover up for his lack of size and arm. Game is not build around his mobility, but he can definitely hurt a defense with his legs. |
| 11 | OT1 | Paris Johnson Jr. | Ohio State | 85.8 | 95 | 50 | 2 | -- | Former five-star recruit entering draft after redshirt-sophomore year. Started at RG in 2021 and shifted to left tackle in 2022. Athleticism of a smaller tackle but also has unexpected length for his size. Wins with that athleticism/length combo, but lack of power is a weakness at times. Does not always hold up against more powerful edge-rushers, even when he’s in good position. Lack of power is more apparent in run game, and inconsistent ability to gain leverage further limits him in that area. Physically, he’s everything you want in a left tackle prospect, but immediate expectations should be limited. Given his frame, inexperience and age (turns 22 in July), there’s good reason to believe he can add weight/strength in the NFL. |
| 12 | RB1 | Bijan Robinson | Texas | 85.3 | 85 | 66 | 5 | -- | Three-year starter who was a force immediately upon stepping on the field at Texas. Ideal blend of power and agility. Lacks elite long speed, but his explosive acceleration is enough to create big plays. Great balance as a runner and is tough to bring down. Looks comfortable as a pass catcher with plenty of experience 一 ran over 10 routes per game, per Sports Info Solutions. You have to get nitpicky to find holes in his game, but he could benefit from being more decisive 一 his acceleration and ability to fight through contact allowed him to be more patient in college, but he’ll need to speed things up a tick in the NFL. It’s becoming harder to label someone a true three-down back in this pass-heavy era, but Robinson fits the mold. |
| 13 | DL2 | Jalen Carter | Georgia | 85.0 | 95 | 45 | 2.5 | -- | Explosive interior pass-rusher. Tends to win with his burst off the snap, and guards who can’t match his quickness struggle to recover. Strong upper body allowed him to bully some linemen, but appeared to lack the array of moves to consistently win against linemen who could match his strength. Not much of a bull rush, and appears to avoid using it 一 he keep trying to find a lane into the backfield at times when he’d be better served to engage and try to walk his man back into the pocket. Lower body strength needs improving for him to be a top-tier run defender. Mediocre overall size/strength may limit his scheme fit 一 he’ll be best suited lining up as a three-tech and probably needs to be put in situations where he’ll avoid double teams. Played just over 1,000 career snaps due to injuries and Georgia’s depth. Questions were raised by scouts about his maturity even before his arrest for reckless driving and racing after an incident resulting in the death of a teammate. Dealt with knee and ankle injuries throughout most of 2022, playing part-time and missing some games early in the season. Showed up to his pro day out of shape, further raising questions about his maturity and commitment. Despite the talent, there are now serious questions as to whether he'll have the right attitude and work ethic to play at a high level in the NFL. |
| 14 | CB2 | Cam Smith | South Carolina | 84.8 | 91 | 50 | 4 | -- | Two-year starter who emerged as a dominant force in 2021, but took a slight step backwards in 2022. Mostly replicated his junior year production, but committed twice as many penalties (10) as the rest of his career combined. Elite ball-hawk skills aided by both his football IQ and explosive athletic traits. Scheme-versatile player with plenty of experience in man coverage, but really excels in off-man when he can read the quarterback and attack the ball. Speed is above average, but not elite, and he’ll need some help over the type in man coverage against certain receivers. Should be considered an immediate starter and has the traits to play in any scheme, which should boost his stock as any team could have interest. |
| 15 | LB2 | Trenton Simpson | Clemson | 84.5 | 94 | 48 | 2 | -- | Two-year starter as an off-ball linebacker. Elite production on blitzes but mostly wins with pure speed. Doesn’t have much of a game plan as a pass-rusher and can be eliminated when a blocker gets hands on him. Has decent length but struggles to shed blocks and may need to improve his upper body strength. Elite range 一 makes plays in pursuit with angles most linebackers simply can’t pull off. Rare athleticism/size combination allows him to handle coverage assignments with just about anyone. Plays the receiver more than the ball and doesn’t look comfortable reading the quarterback in zone 一 needs to learn to anticipate more than he reacts in coverage. Primarily played weak-side role at Clemson but has the traits to learn any role and if he polishes his pass-rush skill set a strong-side role may be his best long-term fit. Balanced skill set also makes him an ideal fit for teams leaning on 3-4 alignments. |
| 16 | OT2 | Broderick Jones | Georgia | 84.3 | 93 | 50 | 2 | -- | Prototypical build and athleticism for left tackle. Only one full year as a starter at LT, but saw significant action in 2021 as well. Entering draft after redshirt-sophomore year. Clearly lacking functional strength, but has the frame to add more and should quickly improve with NFL training. Lack of power was most apparent in run game. Did not get a ton of traditional pass-blocking opportunities in Georgia’s offense, but excelled on those limited chances. Only three career penalties 一 impressive given his limited experience. Can play in any scheme, but may have a more immediate impact in a pass-heavy scheme. |
| 17 | IOL1 | Peter Skoronski | Northwestern | 84.3 | 94 | 45 | 2.5 | -- | Three-year starter at left tackle. Lacks ideal size, length, athleticism to stay at tackle and some teams will view him as a guard. Top tier tackles rarely fit his physical profile, so his ceiling will likely be higher on the interior. Limited experience against top-tier competition 一 Northwestern adjusted its offense to put less stress on the offensive line against top competition like Ohio State and Michigan, so we haven’t seen many reps of him in traditional pass sets against NFL-caliber pass-rushers. Extremely efficient in his movements 一 but almost robotic at times and smarter pass-rushers will figure out his plan of attack. Will need to add functional strength to shift inside to guard. |
| 18 | OT3 | Dawand Jones | Ohio State | 83.5 | 90 | 52 | 3 | -- | Two-year starter at right tackle. Massive frame. Wide base and extraordinary wingspan forces speed-rushers to attempt to take wide angles. Power rushers have difficulty getting leverage due to his length. Can control anyone with his hands when his timing is right. Protected C.J. Stroud on traditional dropbacks at a relatively high rate for college offense, and was dominant in those opportunities. Most glaring weakness is penalties 一 must cut down on the mental mistakes. Played in zone-heavy blocking scheme at OSU. Not a fit for certain teams who favor athleticism, but Jones’s mobility is more than adequate for his size and certain teams will value his length/strength. |
| 19 | CB3 | Emmanuel Forbes | Mississippi State | 83.3 | 92 | 45 | 3 | -- | Three-year starter who made an immediate impact as a freshman and showed steady development and elevated his performance to a high level in 2022. Elite blend of length and speed, but slender build is an obvious red flag. Aggressive in his effort to play the ball and it has paid off with 14 career interceptions. Despite size, has some experience in press-man coverage and has fared well. Probably best suited in a zone-heavy scheme, with a coaching staff who encourages his aggressive style. Willing to play the run, but obviously has his share of missed tackles given his size. |
| 20 | CB4 | Devon Witherspoon | Illinois | 83.0 | 87 | 57 | 3.5 | -- | Three-year starter and saw significant action all four seasons. Was a liability early in his career but showed improvement in 2021 when Bret Bielma took over and installed a man-heavy coverage scheme. Flourished in 2022, as did the rest of the Illinois secondary. Lacks ideal build and length and appears to lack long speed as well 一 not an ideal combination. Learned how to locate and play the ball last year, something absent from his game early in career. Given the talent around him and the benefit of a great defensive coaching staff, it’s fair wonder if he was at least partially a product of his environment at Illinois. Almost no one relies on man coverage in the NFL, so can he transition back into a zone scheme and maintain the level of production he displayed during his final year at Illinois? Should be viewed as an experienced, intelligent corner who should bring a baseline level of production but may lack traits to replicate his senior year dominance against NFL competition. |
| 21 | DL3 | Bryan Bresee | Clemson | 83.0 | 94 | 44 | 1.5 | -- | Five-star prospect who immediately saw action at Clemson, but struggled to stay healthy. Played under 1,000 career snaps. Stats show some pass-rush production but it's a lot of clean-up production and benefitting from the elite talent around him. He’s underdeveloped from a technique stand point 一 with his strength and athleticism he’ll take advantage of mistakes, but he does not create for himself. Strong lower body to hold up at point of attack versus run. Decent burst to close on the ball carrier in tight spaces but lacks much range. Suffered a torn ACL in 2021. Missed time with a kidney infection in 2022. Will be a 21-year-old rookie and still has the high upside he showed in high school, but he should be considered a developmental prospect who needs to develop pass-rush technique to make a significant mark in the NFL. |
| 22 | CB5 | Joey Porter Jr. | Penn State | 82.5 | 92 | 42 | 3 | -- | Extremely physical corner who can play in any scheme, but is a perfect fit in press-man. Was a liability in the Penn State secondary in 2021, regularly getting burned and committing penalties (10 total penalties). Career took a 180 in 2022, as he emerged as a top-tier corner. Found a way to turn his physical style into an asset, while cutting down on the penalties. Length allows him to be disruptive and he’s learning to locate the ball more consistently 一 though he still inconsistent in that area, with stretches of elite production and some with none. Physical style carries over to his run support. While struggling in 2021, he played an out-of-control, panicked style and that could easily happen to him again as a rookie 一 he’ll need help from a strong coaching staff to guide him through that stage and get the game to slow down for him again. Son of NFL legend Joey Porter. |
| 23 | EDGE5 | BJ Ojulari | LSU | 82.5 | 92 | 46 | 2 | -- | Productive edge-rusher with a polished pass-rush repertoire. Good size and length but doesn’t play with as much power as you’d expect. Wins with his speed off the edge. Lack of power also shows up in his run defense. Might be a pass-rush specialist, especially early in his career. Turned 21 in April, so his lack of power may simply be explained by the fact he’s still filling out his frame. Will have more immediate value if he’s able to operate as standup edge-rusher, but still has developmental value for a team relying on 4-3 alignments. Brother of Azeez Ojulari. Limited by hamstring injury at combine |
| 24 | EDGE6 | Myles Murphy | Clemson | 82.3 | 92 | 45 | 2 | -- | Five-star recruit with obvious NFL traits. Three-year starter and still only 21 years old. Disappointing production considering his traits and the elite talent around him at Clemson. Impact as a freshman was impressive given his age, but he showed no progress from that point forward. Typically tries to win with speed 一 and he’s quick for his size, but his speed won’t consistently threaten top-tier NFL tackles. When his speed rush is stalled, he lacks a secondary plan of attack. Must develop a reliable inside counter move 一 it will be necessary for him to win NFL. Disruptive run defender, with the anticipation skills to cause problems in the backfield. Should be viewed as a high-upside prospect who could be a valuable three-down defender, but definitely needs to time to fine tune his pass-rush. |
| 25 | IOL2 | O'Cyrus Torrence | Florida | 82.3 | 91 | 40 | 4 | -- | Four-year starter, three at Louisiana before closing career at Florida. Seamlessly transitioned into SEC was arguably the best all-around lineman in the conference. Good length for an interior lineman. Physical run blocker who will immediately be an asset for a team leaning on the power run game. Anchors against the bull rush, even with questionable leverage 一 it’s tough to walk him back into the pocket. Weaknesses show up against quicker interior pass-rushers. Plays too high at times, will get caught reaching. Lacks quickness to handle some counter moves. Should be treated as an immediate starter with high upside but definitely holds added value to more run-heavy offenses. |
| 26 | S1 | Brian Branch | Alabama | 81.3 | 87 | 50 | 3.5 | -- | Two-year starter as a strong safety/slot corner. Very little experience in the deep secondary and there may be concerns about his range if asked to play free safety. Did not test well at the combine, but does not appear to be lacking athleticism on the field. Strength is his football intelligence, which suggests his ability to anticipate would cover up for his modest speed in deep secondary. Does not make a ton of plays on the ball 一 shorter arms and poor vertical likely a factor here. Slightly undersized for a box safety, but plays bigger and can be a hard hitter and rarely misses tackle opportunities. Will be a 21-year-old rookie. Should be a reliable strong safety at worst, but questions about his athleticism and versatility add volatility to his draft stock. |
| 27 | TE1 | Dalton Kincaid | Utah | 81.0 | 88 | 48 | 3 | -- | Spent two years at San Diego before transferring to Utah. Earned a starting role in 2022 next to Brant Kuithe in two tight end sets. Career somewhat unexpectedly took off following an injury to Kuithe early in 2022, and he emerged as Utah’s go-to weapon in the passing game. Lacks elite athleticism but moves well for his size. Capable of producing after the catch. Reliable hands, and an aggressive approach to attacking the ball in contested situations. Has the tools to be a red zone weapon. Experience in the slot and as an in-line tight end. Blocking will limit his role, especially early in his career. If he adds some weight and functional strength, he may be able to develop that area of his game, but expect some limitations as a rookie. Turns 24 in October. |
| 28 | EDGE7 | Tuli Tuipulotu | USC | 80.3 | 83 | 56 | 4 | -- | Arrived as USC as an undersized defensive tackle, bulked up to 290 and then dropped weight and shifted to edge. It’s unclear what weight he played at last season, but he appears to have the option to bulk up and serve as an interior pass-rusher or try to keep his weight down and stay on the edge. He wins with power and leverage. Has a nice burst off the snap and converts speed to power well. Does not appear to have the lower body strength to consistently hold up at the point of attack against the run, but does a nice job shooting gaps and disrupting the backfield. Probably lacks the elite traits necessary to be a top-tier edge-rusher, but should be a reliable complementary pass-rusher. Turns 21 in September. |
| 29 | IOL3 | Steve Avila | TCU | 80.3 | 82 | 59 | 4 | -- | Three-year starter with experience at guard, center and right tackle. Wide-bodied guard with impressive length for the interior. Wins with pure power and size. Played in an Air Raid offense at TCU, which limits pass-protection duties 一 though he was consistently effective when needed. Quicker interior pass-rushers can give him problems 一 he lacks the quick, light feet to recover. Size and physical strength sets a relatively high floor 一 he’s going to win a lot of battles with those traits a lone. Projects as a starting guard who fits best in a run-heavy offense, but his position versatility greatly aids his value. Will turn 24 during his rookie year. |
| 30 | CB6 | Kelee Ringo | Georgia | 80.0 | 90 | 44 | 1.5 | -- | Two-year starter and will be a 21-year-old rookie. Raw prospect with tons of upside based on athletic traits. Identified as the weak link in a talented Georgia secondary and was picked on often with a range of results 一 career was a rollercoaster with high peaks and moments where looked lost. Gets baited into a lot of false steps 一 regularly recovers due to natural quickness and speed, but it will be more of an issue at next level. Plays a little out of control and can be overly physical. Interviews will be key for him in draft process 一 biggest question is: can he learn to anticipate? If teams trust his intelligence, attitude and work ethic, he’ll be drafted high based on special traits. If there are concerns that he’ll continue to be a reactionary player at the next level, he’ll get pushed down boards. |
| 31 | OT4 | Anton Harrison | Oklahoma | 79.0 | 89 | 41 | 2 | -- | Two-year starter at left tackle. Played in a gimmicky offense at Oklahoma, even in 2022 after Lincoln Riley left, which didn’t give him a ton of opportunities to protect his quarterback in traditional dropbacks. Ideal size, strength and length. Looks dominant and can control his opponent when in position. Gets into trouble when he’s beat off the snap 一 lacks the quickness to recover and will get off balance. Struggles with penalties 一 14 over last two seasons, including four in his final two career games. Lacks ideal power for the run game, but he’s young and should improve in that area with time. Wil be a 21-year-old rookie. |
| 32 | TE2 | Michael Mayer | Notre Dame | 78.8 | 79 | 58 | 5 | -- | Three-year starter who made immediate impact in passing game at Notre Dame. Old school tight end with a well-rounded skill set. Wins with crisp routes, finding soft spot versus zone and reliable hands. Not a dynamic athlete and won’t stretch the field. More of a security blanket type weapon than someone who plan the passing game around. Not a threat after the catch 一 will break an occasional tackle, but lacks the agility to make anyone miss in the open field. Blocking has developed into his greatest asset 一he’ll immediately be trusted him as an in-line tight end in the run game. Should be viewed as an immediate starter and a three-down tight end, though his athleticism sets a modest ceiling relative to the game’s top-tier tight ends. |
| 33 | S2 | Ji'Ayir Brown | Penn State | 78.8 | 82 | 53 | 4 | -- | Spent two years at JUCO and three years at Penn State, two as a starter. Played a versatile role, primarily lining up in the deep secondary as a senior but taking more snaps in the box during his junior year. Spectacular on-ball production in the deep secondary 一 reads the quarterback and closes quickly. Consistently around the ball in the run game, takes great pursuit angles, but doesn’t wrap up as consistently as you’d like. Inefficiencies in his tackling makes playing in the box a question mark, though he does have the physical traits for it. Leadership skills, special teams ability and versatility set a very high floor and playmaking ability sets a high ceiling, especially for a role at free safety. |
| 34 | CB7 | Darius Rush | South Carolina | 78.3 | 85 | 50 | 2 | -- | Ascending talent at cornerback, who played quarterback (and cornerback) in high school but was recruited as a wide receiver. Highly intelligent athlete who was well regarded within the program. Transitioned to cornerback in 2020, and started in 2021 and 2022. Ideal blend of length and athleticism. Wins with his on-ball production ability, especially when defending downfield. Plenty of experience in man coverage and will be an ideal fit on the outside in press-man scheme, but does have scheme versatility. |
| 35 | WR2 | Quentin Johnston | TCU | 77.8 | 88 | 41 | 1.5 | -- | Built like a traditional WR1 but doesn’t play like it. Still learning how to use his size to his advantage. Inconsistent hands and body control limits his ability to consistently win contested battles. Focus drops have also plagued him. Limited route tree, with a huge portion of production coming on screens. Per Sports Info Solutions, 37% of catches in 2022 came on throws that did not cross the line of scrimmage 一 and he lacks the explosive playmaking ability to provide value with that type of usage in NFL. Should be viewed as a developmental weapon, who has WR1 upside but may need to be eased into the offense. |
| 36 | CB8 | Deonte Banks | Maryland | 77.5 | 85 | 41 | 3.5 | -- | Starter in parts of four seasons, playing almost exclusively on the outside. Elite athletic traits but lacks ideal length, and it shows up in his lack of production on the ball. Plenty of experience in a variety of coverage schemes. Did not garner much respect 一 opponents targeted him once every 6.5 snaps in coverage, per Sports Info Solutions, among the highest rates in this class. Tends to get grabby when feels he’s beat and draws too many penalties. Athleticism and lack of length makes him a candidate to shift to the slot in NFL. Missed most of 2021 season with a shoulder injury. |
| 37 | OT5 | Darnell Wright | Tennessee | 77.5 | 86 | 42 | 2.5 | -- | Former five-star prospect who played both left and right tackle, and some guard, at Tennessee. Most teams will view him as a right tackle, some possibly preferring him at guard. Four-year starter but career was underwhelming until he settled in at right tackle as a senior. Josh Heupel’s offense does not put a ton of pressure on the o-line 一 lots of quick passes 一 though Harris performed at a high level when asked to hold up on traditional dropbacks. Struggled mightily with penalties early in career but cleaned that up in 2022. Built like a boulder, and consistently has the anchor to maintain balance in pass protection. Can be a mauler in the run game, but will also overextend and can get thrown off balance. Needs to improve ability to anticipate defensive movement post-snap 一 can get thrown off by twists or delayed blitzes from linebackers. |
| 38 | RB2 | Zach Charbonnet | UCLA | 77.5 | 79 | 55 | 4.5 | -- | Highly intelligent runner with elite vision and patience. Excels at avoiding negative plays due to a combination of his vision and his ability to fight through initial contact. Powerful legs make him tough to bring down. Good acceleration but lacks home run speed. Reliable pass-catcher and saw a few targets per game in Chip Kelly’s offense, but lacks the agility and speed to have a high ceiling in that area. Should be viewed as an early-down back who should be complemented by a more elusive runner 一 but he has enough pass-catching ability that he doesn’t necessarily need to come off the field on passing downs. |
| 39 | QB3 | Will Levis | Kentucky | 77.3 | 85 | 44 | 2.5 | -- | Prototypical size with impressive athleticism for his build. Physical player who will sometimes seek out contact on the run, though it borders on reckless. Spent three years as a backup at Penn State, before starting for two seasons at Kentucky. Played under two NFL OCs at Kentucky (Liam Coen, Rich Scangarello), though both offenses were simplified for Kentucky’s limited talent. Top-tier arm strength 一 definitely can make every throw that will be asked of him. Lack of accuracy and touch have the potential to be a fatal flaw. Struggles to consistently harness the arm talent and delivery on-target throws at all levels of the field. Processing and decision-making are questionable, and that’s a significant red flag given his experience. Stands in the pocket and takes sacks at a concerning rate 一 needs to speed up the rate at which he processes pressure. Has tunnel vision on his receivers and will throw directly into defenders he should be seeing. Expect Levis to struggle early in his career, but he’s developed enough that he probably needs to be thrown into the fire so that he can work through his issues processing and making decisions against NFL speed. Issues with accuracy may not be fixable, so he must turn his decision-making ability into a strength to succeed. |
| 40 | WR3 | Jordan Addison | USC | 77.3 | 80 | 57 | 3 | -- | Undersized playmaker who wins with crisp routes. Lack of physical strength is apparent and he can get bullied by certain cornerbacks. Offensive scheme needs to create favorable matchups 一 and when he gets those matchups, he’ll consistently create separation with his routes. Hands have improved throughout his career but have never been a strength. After-catch ability has also improved, but he’s not a game-changer in that area. Has more straight-line speed than agility. Projects as a quality WR2, who likely sees significant action in the slot, but will be shut down by top-tier cornerbacks. |
| 41 | CB9 | Tyrique Stevenson | Miami FL | 77.3 | 83 | 44 | 4 | -- | Former four-star recruit who spent two years at Georgia before transferring to Miami and blossoming. Average length and athleticism and probably lacks the quickness to play in the slot. Wins with technique and is rarely caught out of position. Has experience in press-man and is strong enough for that role, provided he’s supported over the top. Has a knack for playing the ball. Tough to project an elite ceiling for him given his modest physical attributes, but he’s become a polished corner with a scheme-versatile skill set. |
| 42 | OT6 | Matthew Bergeron | Syracuse | 77.0 | 83 | 47 | 3 | -- | Starter for 3.5 years, mostly at left tackle but also experienced at right tackle. Physical run blocker, who played a significant role in RB Sean Tucker’s production over the last two seasons. OC Robert Anae brought a more aggressive downfield passing attack to Syracuse in 2022, and it allowed Bergeron to prove his value in pass protection. Dominated lesser competition, and was adequate against tough opponents. Strength is his asset 一 if gains the upper hand off the snap, he’s in good shape. Foot quickness is a weakness 一 if a speed-rusher gains an edge, he often lacks the ability to recover. Tall, but arm length doesn’t match his height. Could be a candidate to shift inside to guard. He’ll be appealing to any team leaning on the power-run game. |
| 43 | WR4 | Josh Downs | North Carolina | 77.0 | 78 | 58 | 4 | -- | Polished slot receiver, who could also play on the outside. Wins with crisp routes. Reliable hands at all levels of the field. Productive when asked to stretch the field, but mostly used on shorter routes from the slot. Without elite speed or size, he probably won’t be a field-stretcher in NFL. After-catch production is modest 一 lacks the agility to consistently make guys miss. Ceiling might be limited, but he could carve out a Hunter Renfrow-like role as an extremely reliable, high-volume pass-catcher from the slot. |
| 44 | WR5 | Cedric Tillman | Tennessee | 76.8 | 84 | 45 | 2.5 | -- | Traditional No. 1 WR with nice blend of size and speed. Often used to stretch the field in Josh Heupel’s aggressive downfield offense. Mostly used on the outside with limited experience in the slot. Also played the possession-receiver role, with an extremely high usage rate on curl routes, allowing him to win with size on shorter throws. Capable of winning contested battles and knows who to use size to his advantage. Reliable hands. Displays the long speed to stretch the field, but lacks suddenness to his game. Doesn’t consistently create separation on shorter routes and after-catch production is limited. Coming off ankle surgery in 2022. Will be a 23-year-old rookie. Dad played WR for Broncos and Jaguars in early 1990s. |
| 45 | IOL4 | Joe Tippmann | Wisconsin | 76.5 | 80 | 50 | 4 | -- | Two-year starter at center. Arrived at Wisconsin as a tackle and clearly has tackle size 一 Wisconsin is well known for working their linemen at every position to develop depth, so he may have an easier transition than most should he be asked to switch back to tackle. Wisconsin leans on gap-blocking scheme at a high rate for the college game, but uses zone as well. Rare height for a center, but we’ve seen some success with this profile in recent years (namely Mitch Morse, Justin Britt, Brandon Linder). Height definitely works against him, as smaller players can dominate the leverage battle if they get into his pads. Moves well for an interior lineman; gets to the second level and looks comfortable blocking in space. Did not work out this offseason due to hamstring injury 一 doesn’t hurt his projection as a center much, but testing numbers could have aided in teams’ ability to consider him as a tackle. Should be viewed as a plug-and-play starter at center with a high floor due to clear position versatility. |
| 46 | TE3 | Sam LaPorta | Iowa | 76.0 | 82 | 46 | 3 | -- | Effective in-line tight in Iowa’s run-heavy scheme. Productive runner after the catch 一 tough runner who can break tackles and is athletic enough to make some defenders miss in the open field. Hands are fine, but doesn’t always maximize his catch radius. As you’d expect from an Iowa tight end he’s a proficient blocker but just doesn’t have the strength/length to be a difference-maker. He’s best suited for an offense that wants to take more advantage of his athleticism, putting him in the slot more and letting him put stress on the defense by working the seam. |
| 47 | WR6 | Marvin Mims Jr. | Oklahoma | 75.5 | 80 | 50 | 3 | -- | Undersized receiver with balanced experience between the slot and outside. Probably fits best in the slot, but his ability to stretch the field with his speed allows him to play outside. Ran a limited route tree 一 very little at the intermediate level 一 but that will be his role in the NFL also. Could have a role as a return specialist. Ceiling is probably capped at a low-end second option, but he’ll bring a valuable skill set to an offense looking to add speed. |
| 48 | LB3 | Jack Campbell | Iowa | 75.5 | 76 | 58 | 4 | -- | Two-year starter at mike linebacker and a prototypical build for the position. Big frame and capable of taking on blockers. Tall for the position, but arm length doesn’t match the height. Testing numbers were exceptional but it doesn’t match on the athleticism shown on the field 一 range and recovery speed are average. Patient player who doesn’t overcommit or bite hard on fakes, but that also limits his impact plays 一 you don’t see him crashing into the backfield often. Coverage skills are similar 一 he’s patient and reactionary but not a disruptive force. Looks like a prospect with a high floor who could be an decent starter out of the gate, but may not have a ceiling much higher 一 though his testing numbers provide some hope another level could be unlocked. |
| 49 | QB4 | Anthony Richardson | Florida | 75.3 | 92 | 25 | 0 | -- | Special prospect in terms of raw tools 一 arm strength and athleticism both fall into an elite category, and he has prototypical NFL size as well. Entering draft after redshirt-sophomore year with only one year as a starter. Severely unprepared for the NFL in terms of his ability to read the field and make decisions. Locks on to his receivers, and does not see the defense 一 numerous examples of him “looking” at defenders, but still throwing directly through them. He is not yet at the point where can truly process what he’s seeing. This could improve with experience, or he could simply lack the ability to process at the required NFL speed. Accuracy is scattershot and holds back the offense. Misses open receivers, and even catchable balls are regularly off target, limiting YAC potential. Despite the ability to run, he does try to keep eyes downfield when avoiding pressure 一 he’s not purely tucking the ball to run. Athleticism could allow him to survive if he’s forced to play early in his career. However, his legs could also become a crutch which hinders further development. Should be treated as a developmental prospect who needs at least one full year on the bench, and then will need an offense tailored to his skill set. If you force him to play too early, or force him into an offense not designed for his skills and limitations, he will struggle to survive in this league. |
| 50 | S3 | JL Skinner | Boise State | 75.3 | 80 | 45 | 4 | -- | Three-year starter, playing a versatile role in the secondary. Took most of his reps as a strong safety in the box or the slot, but showed exceptional on-ball production in the deep secondary. Rare height for the position, which can be an issue when trying to match up with smaller, quicker slot receivers 一 if he’s playing in the slot, you’ll probably need to be aware of matchups and put him in favorable situations. Mediocre run game production 一 typically in position to make plays, but just lacks the strength to consistently wrap up. Unable to work out this offseason due to a pec injury, so no testing numbers are unavailable. Versatility is an asset, but if you play him in the box at a high rate he may prove to be a liability in the run game. Best fit is in the deep secondary where his range and ability to read/react will create big plays. |
| 51 | RB3 | Jahmyr Gibbs | Alabama | 75.3 | 77 | 58 | 3 | -- | Versatile playmaker with a high ceiling in the passing game. Explosive with the ball in his hands in space and tough to corral in the open field. Home run speed. As a ball carrier, he’s heavily dependent on the offensive line due to his size and indecisiveness as a runner 一 you don’t want him running between the tackles at a high rate given these traits. Dances too much and gets dragged down in the backfield at an alarming rate. Despite his electric ability in the passing game, he can be frustrating due to his tendency to drop some passes and an awkwardness adjusting to poorly placed balls. Very little experience in the slot, but could get an opportunity to learn that role as well. Best suited as a RB2, primarily playing on passing downs, but has enough tools as a runner to be a low-end RB1. |
| 52 | S4 | Sydney Brown | Illinois | 75.0 | 80 | 48 | 3 | -- | Five-year starter who flourished under Bret Bielema and DC Ryan Walters in Illinois’s man-heavy coverage scheme as their strong safety/slot corner. Adept and locating and playing the ball in coverage. Despite seeing significant action in the box, stopping the run is not his strength. Although he’s a willing tackler, his lack of size/strength shows up and he’ll miss too many 一 often diving at legs instead of wrapping up. Twin brother is running back Chase Brown (also a prospect in this class). Should make an immediate impact in coverage, but may not be trusted on early-downs due to some deficiencies defending the run. |
| 53 | S5 | Quan Martin | Illinois | 75.0 | 82 | 42 | 3 | -- | Five-year starter playing everywhere in the secondary. Closed out his redshirt-senior year playing outside corner in a man-heavy scheme and played at a high enough level to legitimately be considered a pure cornerback prospect. In 2021, lined up almost exclusively at slot corner. Lack of size would probably limit his effectiveness lining up in the box, but he’s been a reliable contributor against the run throughout his career. In coverage, is able to consistently find and play the ball, which was especially impressive given the rate at which he was lining up in man coverage over his final two seasons. Experience and production throughout the secondary sets a high floor for him as a valuable backup, but he also has starter potential at cornerback (slot or outside) and as a free safety. |
| 54 | CB10 | Tre'Vius Tomlinson | TCU | 75.0 | 78 | 50 | 4 | -- | Three-year starter who played almost exclusively on the outside, but may need to shift to the slot in NFL. Nephew of LaDainian Tomlinson. Size is an obvious red flag, but he did everything necessary to overcome it in college. Elite on-ball production for his size. Penalties are a concern 一 14 in 2022 including four in the CFP. Dramatically cut down on his missed tackles in 2022 一 and even saw some reps in the box late in the season. He’s a little smaller than Budda Baker, but there are a lot of similar traits and that comparison should alleviate some concerns, essentially using Baker as a proof-of-concept that Tomlinson could have some versatility throughout the secondary. Ball skills and short-area quickness make him an ideal slot corner, but he likely has versatility throughout the secondary which sets a higher floor. |
| 55 | LB4 | Yasir Abdullah | Louisville | 74.5 | 82 | 44 | 2 | -- | Fifth-year senior who started for most of his final four years at Louisville. Primarily played on the edge, but also dropped in coverage on about ⅓ of his snaps against the pass. Built like an off-ball linebacker, but his production as an edge-rusher can’t be ignored. Wins with an exceptional burst off the snap. Flashes an ability to convert speed to power, but could benefit from refining that skill set. Has the speed to run with any running back and the size to match up with tight ends 一 despite limited experience in coverage, it's easy to see his value in an expanded role there. Played some safety in high school, so he should pick up more coverage responsibilties with relative ease. Looks especially comfortable sticking with running backs in coverage out of the backfield. Skill set is a natural fit as a strong-side linebacker for a team interested in using him on blitzes at a high rate 一 though he’ll need to prove his ability to play the run as an off-ball linebacker. |
| 56 | IOL5 | John Michael Schmitz | Minnesota | 74.3 | 79 | 44 | 4 | -- | Four-year starter at center. Clean fundamentals in all aspects of the game. Mediocre to below average physical traits across the board. Not an athlete, and it shows up in pass protection occasionally. Played in a run-heavy offense at Minnesota, which suited his skill set. Minnesota scheme relies almost exclusively on zone blocking 一 most NFL teams favor zone, but are more hybrid, so there could be some learning curve there. Will be a 24-year-old rookie. |
| 57 | EDGE8 | Isaiah McGuire | Missouri | 74.3 | 77 | 50 | 4 | -- | Three-year starter who wins with a balanced combination of length, strength and athleticism. Doesn’t turn 22 until August and has shown steady growth 一 appears to be an ascending talent. Lacks an elite burst off the snap, but has the speed to close quickly and convert pressures to sacks. Projects best as a left defensive end in four-man fronts where he’ll excel at setting the edge against the run, and provide enough of a pass-rush threat to stay on the field on passing downs. |
| 58 | OT7 | Blake Freeland | BYU | 74.0 | 82 | 40 | 2.5 | -- | Special combination of size and athleticism, but still very raw. Lack of polish to his game is somewhat concerning as a four-year starter, though he was a tight end in high school. Length is not as massive as you’d expect for his height. Played in a passing system which did not put a lot of stress on the offensive line to sustain blocks. BYU uses a zone-heavy blocking scheme. Fits best in a pass-heavy scheme and would be a particularly bad fit in for team leaning on the power-run game 一 just doesn’t play with the ideal leverage in run game, and it may not be fixable given his height. |
| 59 | CB11 | Cory Trice Jr. | Purdue | 74.0 | 78 | 50 | 3 | -- | Tall, long outside corner with strong on-ball production. Starter for most of the last four seasons, but missed the majority of 2021 with a torn ACL. Played in a zone-heavy defense at Purdue, and might need to stay in that type of scheme to cover up his modest speed/acceleration. Probably can’t shift into the slot against smaller slot receivers, but could be an ideal matchup with tight ends and big slots. Smart about his physical play, knows when to use his size/strength without drawing flags. Exceptional tackling for a corner, which bodes well for giving him corner/safety versatility. Starter potential on the outside, with a high floor due to expected position versatility and special teams value, though he’s probably not a great fit for a man-heavy coverage scheme. |
| 60 | CB12 | Kyu Blu Kelly | Stanford | 73.8 | 75 | 50 | 5 | -- | Four-year starter in a man-heavy scheme. Intelligent, patient corner who is rarely caught out of position. Does a nice job finding a playing the ball in zone coverage 一 PBU numbers don’t stand out, but that’s to be expected of anyone playing man coverage at high rates. Lack of recovery speed probably means he’ll need to transition into a zone coverage scheme (which is almost every NFL team). Clearly has some limitations, but if he fits your scheme, he’s ready to produce immediately. Son of longtime Bucs cornerback Brian Kelly, a starter on their 2002 championship team. |
| 61 | CB13 | Jakorian Bennett | Maryland | 73.8 | 78 | 45 | 4 | -- | #N/A |
| 62 | CB14 | DJ Turner | Michigan | 73.5 | 82 | 42 | 1.5 | -- | Starter for 1.5 years at outside cornerback. Opponents went after him consistently 一 saw more targets than any Big Ten corner over last two seasons and was frequently challenged downfield 一 and he regularly responded. Still working on fine tuning his footwork and can be baited into false steps, but has the speed to recover. Struggles to find the ball. Just doesn’t look confident trying to read the quarterback and the receiver in zone coverage. Limited length is also a factor in lack of production on the ball. Quick-twitch athleticism makes him a candidate to shift inside against smaller slot receivers. Offers almost nothing against the run 一 timid and lacks strength of have much upside. Should be treated as a developmental prospect who has the traits to excel at a high level, but you’ll have to hide his shortcomings with the scheme. |
| 63 | WR7 | Jalin Hyatt | Tennessee | 73.3 | 79 | 48 | 2 | -- | Slightly undersized speedster who mostly lined up in the slot at Tennessee. Quick acceleration creates issues for most corners in man coverage. Did not run a full route tree 一 heavy use of screens and go routes. Routes are not crisp, and he relies almost exclusively on pure speed. Consistently produced after the catch and the type of player you want to find ways to get the ball in his hands. Probably not a WR1 given lack of size and one-dimensional nature of his game, but should provide immediate value as a WR2 with slot/outside versatility. That said, his game requires a coaching staff that knows how to create opportunities for him 一 he’s not the type of talent that just steps into any generic WR2 role. |
| 64 | EDGE9 | Will McDonald IV | Iowa State | 73.3 | 77 | 50 | 3 | -- | Spent five years at Iowa State, playing a significant role his final three seasons. Productive pass-rush numbers in 2020 and 2021 but fell off a cliff in his final season. Not much power to his game, relies heavily on his burst off the snap. Might lack the functional strength to be an asset against the run. Turns 24 in June. Given his athleticism and length, the pass-rush ceiling is high and he should provide immediate value even if he’s a pass-rush specialist. |
| 65 | DL4 | Ade Adebawore | Northwestern | 73.0 | 80 | 42 | 2.5 | -- | Versatile lineman who shifted between the interior and edge. Tough to block on the interior due to his modest height, which makes it easier to play with leverage, coupled with his exceptional length and athleticism. Had some success as a pass-rusher on the edge, but from a matchup perspective he probably holds more value as an interior pass-rusher. Could be someone who plays on the edge on early downs and then shifts inside as passing downs. Run game production is inconsistent 一 capable of getting into the backfield but doesn’t finish plays. Shocking number of missed tackles for someone with his size/strength profile. 40 time at the combine was shocking 一 you’d expect to see him make some plays in pursuit with that speed, but it just doesn’t show up on the field. His combine performance suggests he deserves a shot as an explosive edge defender, but he very much looks and plays like a stout interior lineman on the field. Profile compares favorably to Levi Onwuzurike (Lions 2nd-round pick, 2021). |
| 66 | WR8 | Zay Flowers | Boston College | 73.0 | 74 | 56 | 3.5 | -- | Small, quick receiver who mostly played in the slot but has experience on the outside as well. Incomplete route tree 一 primarily used on short throws and deep ball with limited opportunities at the intermediate level. Lacks the frame to win contested battles. Ball skills are lacking 一 has some bad drops and doesn’t consistently position himself to make plays on poorly-placed balls. Elusive runner with the ball in his hands, but YAC production wasn’t as elite as you might expect due to his size 一 if you can get your hands on him, he’s going down. Could be a nice complementary weapon in an offense, but probably lacks the skill set to be a true WR1 or WR2. |
| 67 | IOL6 | Cody Mauch | North Dakota State | 72.8 | 77 | 50 | 2.5 | -- | Former walk-off who spent six years in college. High school tight end and practiced as a tight end during his redshirt-freshman year, before moving to offensive line. Three-year starter, mostly at left tackle. Definitely a ‘tweener between tackle and guard. Lacks ideal length for tackle, but also lacks the lower-body strength to anchor as a guard. Highest upside comes at guard, where he could add some weight and functional strength with an NFL training staff 一 and once he does, he could have an elite strength/athleticism combo on the interior line. Should probably be viewed as a minor project based on need to add strength, but his floor is relatively high due to versatility. |
| 68 | S6 | Jammie Robinson | Florida State | 72.8 | 75 | 50 | 4 | -- | Four-year starter (two at South Carolina, two at Florida State) as a versatile safety, though seeing more action as a strong safety in the box and slot. Consistent production throughout his career is tough to overlook, but his lack of size and poor testing numbers have to be factored in. Looks natural in coverage in the slot and has a knack for finding the ball. Ability to put himself in position to make plays shows an obviously high football IQ. Inconsistent tackling may limit his ability to play in the box against the run, but should provide value in coverage in slot or in the deep secondary. Despite lack of size and athleticism, bet on him as an intelligent playmaker. Testing numbers and measurables are below average across the board and below thresholds some teams demand for the position. |
| 69 | RB4 | Kendre Miller | TCU | 72.3 | 79 | 42 | 2.5 | -- | Built like an NFL workhorse. Good acceleration and decent long speed for his size. Excels at fighting through early contact and won’t get caught in the backfield often 一 good traits for an early-down back. Played in a friendly scheme which created a ton of light boxes. Modest production when running into stacked boxes, and didn’t have the top-tier vision or elusive ability to excel in those situations. Minimal experience in the passing game, and doesn’t have the athletic traits to be a serious weapon in that area. Only a one-year starter, so he’s relatively fresh in terms of wear and tear. Season-ending knee injury in CFP which required offseason surgery 一 unable to work out in pre-draft process. Looks like a potential starter as an early-down back, who may need to come off the field on passing downs. Floor is a little lower because it requires some projection to guess how he’ll adjust to an offense where he’s fighting through more traffic at the line of scrimmage. |
| 70 | TE4 | Tucker Kraft | South Dakota State | 72.0 | 79 | 45 | 1.5 | -- | Ascending prospect who played running back in high school. Two-year starter at tight end, primarily lining up as an in-line tight end. Prototypical build with above average athleticism. Regularly used as a run blocker and has decent length for the position, but still building functional strength 一 needs time to develop with an NFL training staff. Effective at finding soft spots in zone coverage, but routes are still a work in progress 一 looks robotic and he’ll get covered up easily by more savvy and athletic linebackers and safeties. Missed time with a knee injury in 2020 and missed six games with an ankle injury in 2022. A bit of a developmental prospect, but clearly has tools to be a starting in-line tight end with enough athleticism for the slot once he becomes more natural as a route-runner. |
| 71 | DL5 | Keeanu Benton | Wisconsin | 71.8 | 73 | 52 | 4 | -- | Two-year starter with 36 career starters over his four seasons and still doesn’t turn 22 until August. Versatility is one of his best assets 一 quick enough to play three-tech and get after the quarterback, but also has the length and ability to play with leverage to play nose tackle. Impressive pass-rush production from the nose tackle spot 一 he’s not just a space eater and has the length/strength to defeat double teams and get into the backfield. Not a ton of closing speed, so he’ll provide more pressure than sacks. Modest ceiling given his athletic limitations, but the versatility should make him a valuable piece of the rotation, especially for a team playing with multiple fronts. |
| 72 | DL6 | Mazi Smith | Michigan | 71.3 | 75 | 50 | 2.5 | -- | Two-year starter on the defensive line in Michigan’s 2-4-5 scheme. Due to the scheme, most his reps came in a two- or three-tech spot, but did have some opportunity to play a true nose tackle role, which is his best fit in the pros. Moves fairly well for his size, but not a serious threat to get to the quarterback 一 mostly just a space-eater. Holds his ground in the run game, and capable of making an occasional play in the backfield with a decent burst for a nose tackle. He fits best as an early-down run defender in a defense relying on three-man fronts. |
| 73 | LB5 | Nick Herbig | Wisconsin | 71.0 | 78 | 40 | 2.5 | -- | Is he an off-ball linebacker or pass-rusher? Blitzed on just over 50% of his snaps against the pass last season as a 3-4 outside linebacker but is undersized for a pure edge-rusher. Added weight prior to the combine; possibly in an effort to convince teams he should get a shot on the edge? Limited experience in coverage but appears to have the athleticism to grow into an expanded role there, especially if he drops weight again. At his best playing downhill against the run and excels at being a disruptor in the backfield. Most logical fit is on the strong side in 4-3 alignments for a team looking to use his pass-rush ability on blitzes. Expect him to spend his rookie year in a reserve role as coaches attempt to figure out his skill set and the best way to accentuate his strengths 一 he’s the type of player who will greatly benefit from coaching continuity for this reason. |
| 74 | DL7 | Gervon Dexter | Florida | 71.0 | 80 | 36 | 2 | -- | Developmental prospect who has potential as an interior pass-rusher. Flashed some impressive pass-rush tools in 2021 but took a significant step back and was essentially a non-factor in 2022. Testing numbers support the explosive potential he showed in the previous season. Son was born in spring of 2022 一 it’s possible balancing college, parenthood and football took its toll on him and explains the down year. Lacks ideal power to anchor in the run game and will need to add some functional strength to be a three-down lineman. Fits best as a three-tech in four-man fronts. High upside, but disappearing act in 2022 sets a lower floor. |
| 75 | S7 | Antonio Johnson | Texas A&M | 71.0 | 78 | 40 | 2.5 | -- | Two-year starter as a box safety/slot corner. Ideal length for matching up with tight ends in coverage. Capable tackler but lacks consistency 一 just misses too many without one consistent mistake linking them, making it harder to identify a quick fix. Mediocre athleticism, coupled with rare height, means he likely can’t be a true slot corner 一 smaller, quicker slot receivers will exploit his lack of speed/agility. Lacks awareness in coverage to locate and play the ball 一 made virtually no plays on the ball throughout his college career. Very little experience in the deep secondary and lack of speed may limit his range there. Size and flashes of physical play makes him a potential starter at strong safety, but height and issues in coverage make him a potential liability against the pass, setting a low floor. |
| 76 | DL8 | Zacch Pickens | South Carolina | 71.0 | 77 | 45 | 2 | -- | Five-star recruit and starter for 2.5 years with an intriguing blend of size, length and athleticism. Played a high percentage of snaps as a nose tackle in zero- or one-tech role which limited his pass-rush production. Also saw a lot of double teams, further suppressing his production. Tough projection, because he lacks the power to stay in that role but we haven’t seen enough of him elsewhere. Could probably play three-tech if he develops a better pass-rush arsenal, but might be best suited as an end in three-man fronts. Should be treated as a developmental prospect, but there’s a chance he quickly adjusts to a new role and provides immediate help. |
| 77 | WR9 | Rashee Rice | SMU | 70.3 | 75 | 42 | 3.5 | -- | Three year starter and saw significant action over his four years at SMU. Highly productive in a pass-heavy offense. Significant experience on the outside and the slot. Ran a full route tree with plenty of downfield opportunities. Has the speed to stretch the field from the outside, but he’s got more straight-line speed than quickness. In the slot, he’s just a “big slot” with minimal after the catch ability. Ordinary hands 一 not a huge concern, but he’ll misplay some easy ones. Has a knack for difficult catches, but sometimes makes them harder than they need to play and will misplay some easier ones within his catch radius. Rice could be starting outside receiver, but lacks the special traits to set a high ceiling. He’ll need to win with precise routes, and needs to improve his hands. |
| 78 | TE5 | Darnell Washington | Georgia | 70.0 | 73 | 49 | 3 | -- | Massive tight end with elite length 一 almost looks like an offensive lineman. Weighed 264 at the combine but Kirby Smart said he has weighed as much as 280 at Georgia. Played a key role in run game as a blocker at UGA, which is likely why they were ok with him at such an extreme weight. Tested well for his size, but it’s tough to know how that translates to the field. Was not a dynamic athlete in the passing game at UGA, but maybe there’s more to uncover he’s going to play at a lower weight in the NFL. As a blocker he wins with size, but needs to be more disciplined (5 penalties in 2022). Exclusively a possession receiver, mostly used across the middle, finding soft spots in zone coverage. Has starter potential for a team that values tight end production in the run game and reminds me of a taller version of longtime Patriots tight end Ben Watson. |
| 79 | RB5 | Israel Abanikanda | Pittsburgh | 70.0 | 78 | 40 | 1.5 | -- | Explosive runner coming off a break-out year. Runs like a wide receiver 一 can fly in the open field, but tends to run a little tall and does not fight through contact consistently. Tends to bounce everything to the outside 一 doesn’t look comfortable fighting through traffic between the tackles. Limited pass game experience, but has the tools to develop that area of his game. Only 20 years old, among the youngest in this class. Has the raw tools to develop into a workhorse, but needs to improve his ability to take on contact and develop as a pass-catcher. Immediate role may be as a return specialist, which will buy him time to develop other areas of his game. |
| 80 | WR10 | Tyler Scott | Cincinnati | 69.3 | 75 | 44 | 2 | -- | Two-year starter as an outside receiver who wins with pure speed. Dangerous after the catch 一 he played running back in high school and it shows. Routes are unpolished but it’s somewhat understandable given his limited experience at receiver (three years in college). Lacks ideal size and some teams will have hesitations about playing on the outside 一 he’ll need to learn a slot role as well. Hands are a concern 一 he drops too many. Lack of size gives him a small catch radius, and he even struggles to position himself to maximize his already limited range. He’ll never run a full route tree (limit him to underneath and deep routes) but his speed can make him a useful weapon in that role. He’s a bit of a project given concerns with hands and routes, but you’ll want to get his speed on the field quickly. |
| 81 | DL9 | Moro Ojomo | Texas | 69.3 | 75 | 44 | 2 | -- | Saw significant action over four years, with 29 starts. Spent five years in the Texas program but doesn’t turn 22 until August. Mostly lined up as a three-tech with decent pass-rush production. Athleticism on the field doesn’t quite match the testing numbers 一 he isn’t consistently quick off the snap, which probably leads the impression that he’s not as explosive as those numbers. Length is his best asset 一 makes it tough for linemen to get into his pads and move him off his spot. Potential to grow into a three-down lineman and as an asset as a pass-rusher if he can develop better anticipation at the snap. Also the prototypical build for an end in three-man fronts. |
| 82 | EDGE10 | Zach Harrison | Ohio State | 69.0 | 74 | 48 | 1.5 | -- | Two-year starter who will still be 21-years-old on draft day. Crazy physical traits, most notably his incredible length. Elite potential for setting the edge given his strength/length. Not really an explosive pass-rusher, but consistently generates slow pressures due to his size 一 there just aren’t many offensive tackles who can gain the leverage to completely shut him down. Safest bet would be to use him as a defensive end in three-man fronts, but given his age it’s worth trying to unlock more explosive potential to see if he can develop into a more effective pass-rusher. Versatility to play in multiple fronts will be viewed as an asset for certain teams. |
| 83 | WR11 | Andrei Iosivas | Princeton | 69.0 | 80 | 32 | 1 | -- | Two-year starter who was also a track star at Princeton. Ideal size speed combination to stretch the field on the outside. Somewhat limited route tree 一 not much at the intermediate level and will need to refine those routes to develop into a starting X receiver. A bit of body catcher 一 didn’t lead to too many drops, but it could become more of an issue in NFL. Testing numbers show you’ve got a ton of raw athleticism to work with. Turns 24 during his rookie year. Expect him to see some action stretching the field immediately, but it may take time to develop the full route tree. He’s got high-end starter potential, but probably starts his career as a fourth or fifth option. |
| 84 | EDGE11 | YaYa Diaby | Louisville | 68.5 | 76 | 38 | 2 | -- | Versatile lineman, who primarily played on the interior for Louisville but has experience on the edge as well. Profile fits that of someone who could stay on the edge on early downs and shift inside on passing downs. Consistently wins the leverage battle. Interior pass-rush production in the ACC compared favorably to Calijah Kancey. Too small for a full time role on the interior in the NFL, though he also has good length for the interior and it shows in his play. On the edge, he mostly wins with power, which may not translate to NFL. Will be a 24-year-old rookie. |
| 85 | WR12 | Jonathan Mingo | Ole Miss | 68.3 | 73 | 44 | 2.5 | -- | Four-year starter, primarily playing on the outside, but saw some action in the slot as a senior. Played in Lane Kiffin’s friendly offense which created easy opportunities. Tested surprisingly well 一 rarely looked as fast on the field as his testing numbers. Productive after the catch, but mostly because he runs hard and can break tackles 一 not an elusive runner. Doesn’t play up to his size 一 needs to learn to better use his body to win in contested situations. Hands are inconsistent 一 makes some tough grabs, but also lets catchable balls fall incomplete to due an inability to adjust to slightly off-target throws. Ideal role will be as a big slot, but he does have the flexibility to play on the outside. Likely serves as a third or fourth option. |
| 86 | QB5 | Hendon Hooker | Tennessee | 68.0 | 76 | 38 | 1.5 | -- | Spent two years as the starter under Josh Huepel at Tennessee, after spending three years at Virginia Tech. Played in an overly simplistic offense (an offshoot of the Art Briles Baylor offense) which does not put much on the QB’s shoulders in terms of decision making. Rarely takes traditional dropbacks, and has not been required to process the defense from the pocket. Learning an NFL offense will be a significant change and will require time to sit and learn. Arm strength is a notch below elite but he’s capable of making every throw. Accuracy is ordinary 一 he throws a nice deep ball, but he’s more scattershot on the short and intermediate levels where he sometimes struggles with touch. Suffered torn ACL in November and his availability for 2023 is uncertain. Will be a 25-year-old rookie. Should be drafted with the expectation that he doesn’t play in 2023 due to injury, and 2024 will be a development year as he adjusted to his new offense. By 2025, when he’s theoretically hitting his stride, he’ll already be 27. That timeline sets a low ceiling. |
| 87 | CB15 | Clark Phillips III | Utah | 67.5 | 70 | 48 | 3 | -- | Three-year starter who elevated his game in 2022. Saw more action in the slot in 2022 which suits his skill set better. Small with mediocre testing numbers may force some teams to view him as slot-only 一 but his poor tackling ability will be an issue for some teams as a slot corner. Even during improved 2022 season, tends to struggle defending downfield 一 lacks ideal long speed and needs to be protected over the top. Strong ball skills, especially considering his size. Fits best in the slot in a zone-heavy scheme. |
| 88 | IOL7 | Ricky Stromberg | Arkansas | 67.0 | 72 | 42 | 2.5 | -- | Four year starter, freshman year at guard followed by three years at center. Developed into a dominant lineman in the SEC under head coach Sam Pittman, a former offensive line coach. Played in an extremely zone-heavy scheme at Arkansas. Awesome blend of athleticism and length for an interior lineman. Pass game did not put much stress on the offensive line 一 limited opportunities where he needed to hold up for an extended dropback. More efficient in run game than pass protection. Might lack the lower-body strength to consistently hold up against strong interior linemen who can move him with tier bullrush. Appears to have starter traits with scheme versatility, but transition out of the Briles’ offensive scheme adds an element of uncertainty to his projection. |
| 89 | RB6 | Tyjae Spears | Tulane | 67.0 | 73 | 39 | 2.5 | -- | Explosive runner with home-run speed. Capable runner between the tackles due to his vision, but tends to bounce to the outside. Uncanny ability to avoid negative plays for his size 一 he's surprisingly hard to wrap up in the backfield. Tulane tried to incorporate him into the pass game due to his explosive ability but he’s just not a natural receiver. Has some bad drops and doesn’t look comfortable adjusting to poorly placed balls. Probably best suited for a third-down role, but inconsistent production in the passing game suggests he needs some development before he’s a high-level contributor in that role. Not much wear and tear in terms of usage, but already has suffered two ACL tears to the same knee. Probably best viewed as a lottery ticket 一 if he stays healthy and if you can coach him up in the pass game, you’ve got an explosive complementary weapon, but the floor is low. |
| 90 | TE6 | Luke Musgrave | Oregon State | 66.8 | 68 | 55 | 2 | -- | Prototypical build for an in-line tight end. Decent speed, but a straight-line athlete. Primarily a middle-of-the-field possession receiver who takes what the defense allows. No YAC ability 一 doesn’t break tackles, doesn’t make anyone miss in the open field. Just not enough dynamic athleticism to his game. Inconsistent hands, which is especially concerning given his athletic profile 一 you want him a quarterback’s security blanket who converts every time he’s called upon. Average blocking ability, but has size/length to improve in this area. Coming off a season-ending knee injury. Special teams experience will help him find an immediate role as he develops as a tight end. Should be viewed as a developmental prospect with a modest ceiling given his limitations as a pass-catcher. |
| 91 | LB6 | Daiyan Henley | Washington State | 66.5 | 70 | 44 | 3 | -- | Athletic middle linebacker with good range. Reliable tackler. Developed an ability to anticipate and that skill set, coupled with his speed, make him a disruptive force against the run in 2022. Has the athleticism to run with most running backs and tight ends in coverage, but lacks the anticipation skills to excel in zone coverage 一 often late to react and doesn’t contest many passes. Spent five years at Nevada before transferring to Washington State in 2022. Will turn 24 during his rookie year. Age has to be a factor into his evaluation 一 you would expect a 23-year-old, sixth-year senior to have better anticipation skills that most, right? Season-ending knee injury in 2019. Probably fits best at middle linebacker but could potentially shift to weak-side. |
| 92 | RB7 | Roschon Johnson | Texas | 66.5 | 65 | 55 | 4 | -- | Powerful downhill, between-the-tackles runner. Rarely gets stuffed in the backfield and consistently fights through early contact. Not a home-run threat and doesn’t attempt to bounce runs to the outside often. Seeks out contact, even in the open field. Lacks the agility to make anyone miss. Ideal early-down back in a power-run scheme 一 he’ll take what's given, plus some extra yards after contact and keep the chains moving. He’ll have a steady NFL career, but his production will depend a lot on the offense 一 most offenses aren’t giving a ton of carries to one-cut runners with limited juice, but certain coaches will find opportunities for him. |
| 93 | LB7 | Dorian Williams | Tulane | 66.5 | 68 | 54 | 2 | -- | Explosive athlete who started for two years and appears to be an ascending talent. Primarily played on the inside in 3-4 alignments and also in 2-4-5 alignments during his junior year. Wins with his athleticism and can fly to the ball. In the run game, tends to react more than he anticipates, but gets away with it due to his athleticism. Reliable wrap-up tackler. Coverage skills are an asset, looks comfortable in zone and flashes some on-ball production. Played on special teams throughout his career, even as a senior and will immediately be an asset in that role. Should be considered a developmental prospect with a relatively safe floor due to athleticism and special teams ability. |
| 94 | IOL8 | Luke Wypler | Ohio State | 66.3 | 72 | 39 | 2.5 | -- | Two year starter at center. Consistently wins the leverage battle in the run game and will immediately be an asset in that area in pros. Played in a zone-heavy scheme at Ohio State. Decent athlete who looks comfortable in space. Lacks length and functional strength to handle effective interior bull-rushers. Length will limit him to playing center. May need a year to develop his strength, but projects as a starting center 一 though, as a center-only prospect, the floor is low, as he must win a starting job to have value. |
| 95 | RB8 | Devon Achane | Texas A&M | 66.3 | 67 | 50 | 3.5 | -- | Accomplished track star who brings that speed to the football field. Unlikely many track athletes, Achane has more than just straight-line speed 一 he’s elusive and can make defenders miss in tight spaces. Lack of size is an obvious concern, though he’s well built for his size. Indecisive runner, who gets caught dancing in the backfield too often, especially when the designed gap isn’t available. Relies on his offensive line 一 if he’s contacted in the backfield, he’s probably going down. Capable receiver, though lack of size and small hands limits his catch radius and leads to some drops. Will immediately be a force as a return specialist. Will probably be a dangerous third-down back, but could excel in an expanded role so long as he’s playing behind an offensive line capable of consistently creating running lanes. |
| 96 | EDGE12 | Derick Hall | Auburn | 66.0 | 66 | 52 | 3.5 | -- | Pure pass-rusher who wins with his burst off the snap and converts speed to power well. Long arms for his height, and he uses that combination to generate good leverage and walk tackles back into the pocket. Probably makes his mark as a pass-rusher in sub packages. Team captain and a leader coaches will love. |
| 97 | WR13 | Charlie Jones | Purdue | 65.5 | 66 | 48 | 4 | -- | Undersized receiver who spent six years in college (two at Buffalo, two at Iowa, one at Purdue). Flourished in Jeff Brohm’s system at Purdue, where they took advantage of his speed. Regularly used to stretch the field 一 has the pure speed to run past corners. Among the best route runners in this class and ran a fairly full route tree at Purdue. Gave Joey Porter Jr. trouble in 2022, even in a game in which Porter was otherwise fantastic. Although his speed is exciting, it’s all straight-line speed 一 not a threat after the catch unless he has a clear running lane. Would likely benefit from moving to a more permanent role in the slot, though his speed keeps the outside an option for him. Turns 25 in October. Jones can be starter, but his inconsistent production after the catch limits his ceiling. |
| 98 | S8 | Marte Mapu | Sacramento State | 65.5 | 68 | 50 | 2 | -- | Spent six years in college (but Sac State’s 2020 season was canceled) and will be a 24-year-old rookie. Did not work out this offseason due to a torn pec, which will force him further down draft boards 一 no workout for a small-school prospect leaves too many questions unanswered. Primarily played the hybrid linebacker/safety role with lots of experience in the box and the slot. Impressive on-ball production for someone primarily in the box and the slot. Any team using this hybrid role in their defense (think Deone Bucannon with the Cardinals or Mark Barron with the Rams) will have interest in Mapu. Despite the lack of testing numbers, he’s a fairly safe prospect because his skillset clearly translates to a special teams role, setting an acceptable floor. |
| 99 | IOL9 | Tyler Steen | Alabama | 65.3 | 72 | 39 | 1.5 | -- | Spent three years as a starter at Vanderbilt before transferring to Alabama for his senior year. Odd combination of height and arm length 一 makes it difficult to play with leverage. Strong lower body, which probably allows him the flexibility to line up at guard. Pass protection looks awkward in space at times 一 tends to lunge and can lose balance. Low ceiling if he stays at tackle, and probably not a starter in that role. Projection at guard is tough without any experience there, but he appears to have the power in his lower body to anchor against strong bull-rushers and his athleticism will stand out. |
| 100 | CB16 | Julius Brents | Kansas State | 65.3 | 72 | 37 | 2 | -- | Two-year starter at Kansas State after three years as a reserve at Iowa. Length is his best asset 一 made some plays on the ball in 2022, but it had previously been a weakness of his game. Played in a zone-heavy scheme at KSU. Struggled in reps in man coverage, and has a tendency to play panicked and get burned deep 一 also committed two of his three pass interference penalties last season in man. Missed most of 2019 with a knee injury. Impressive testing numbers, coupled with the length some teams covet, will make him an attractive project for zone-heavy teams. |
| 101 | S9 | Jordan Battle | Alabama | 65.3 | 62 | 55 | 5 | -- | Four-star recruit who started a few games as a true freshman and stepped into a starting role as a sophomore. Team captain and Saban speaks highly of his work ethic, leadership and intelligence 一 it takes a lot to earn the trust of that staff at such a young age. Primarily played in the deep secondary but has taken plenty of reps in the slot and in the box. Highly productive and reliable tackler 一 very willing to step up in the run game. Really struggles to put himself in position to play the ball 一 a major red flag for someone who spent so much time in the deep secondary. Might be better off playing in the box, but there will be matchups against quicker slot receivers he can’t handle. Versatility and ability to play special teams sets a higher floor, as he’s virtually guaranteed to provide valuable depth even if he can’t win a starting job. |
| 102 | IOL10 | Chandler Zavala | NC State | 65.3 | 68 | 45 | 3 | -- | Spent six years in college including the canceled 2020 season. Originally went to Fairmount State, after playing just one year of high school football, then two seasons at NC State. Will be a 24-year-old rookie. Fairly significant injury concerns due to back surgery in 2021. Wide body makes him look like the ideal guard, but moves well for his size and could probably play tackle if needed, which would boost his value. Smart, efficient blocker who rarely gets caught lunging at defenders and committed just two penalties at NC State. Surprisingly did not get a combine invite, but appears to have starter potential and a relatively high floor due to possible position versatility 一 though his medical evaluation is key. |
| 103 | EDGE13 | Dylan Horton | TCU | 65.0 | 66 | 50 | 3 | -- | Spent two years at New Mexico before transferring to TCU for three seasons. Versatile lineman with experience on the interior and the edge. Dominant performances against Kansas State (Big 12 title game) and Michigan (CFP) really solidified his status as a legit prospect. Quick enough to win as a pass-rusher on the interior and has enough strength/length to win on the edge as well. Could be someone who sets the edge on early downs and shifts inside on passing downs. Versatility will be extremely attractive to certain teams and elevates his stock 一 even if he’s never a starter, there’s a lot of value in a versatile guy in the rotation. |
| 104 | S10 | Christopher Smith | Georgia | 65.0 | 68 | 38 | 4.5 | -- | Four-star recruit who spent five years at Georgia, two as a starter. Almost exclusively lined up in the deep secondary, with some experience in the slot but almost none in the box. Probably lacks the size to have the versatility to play in the box, and lacks ideal athleticism to play in the slot 一 if he’s a free safety only, that significantly lowers his floor as he may need to win a starting job to hold down a roster spot. Showed decent range in the deep secondary, and makes up for modest speed with an exceptional ability to read and react to the quarterback. Worth noting UGA’s high rate of two-high coverages limited the range he needed to cover. Range and ability to make plays on the ball definitely give him the ceiling of a potential starter, ideally with a team relying on two-high coverages. |
| 105 | EDGE14 | Andre Carter II | Army | 64.8 | 70 | 45 | 1 | -- | Two-year starter at Army with incredible production in 2021. Pressure rate actually increased in 2022, despite his sack total dropping from 15.5 to 3.5. Saw more double teams in 2022 and lacks the strength to handle the extra attention. Ideal build in terms of height/length, but paired with ordinary athleticism. Primarily played in a two-point stance, but will likely add weight in NFL and could shift into a new role. Given modest athletic traits, if he’s able to add weight he might be best suited as an end in three-man fronts 一 but that will require time in an NFL weight room. Purely a developmental prospect who won’t offer much in 2023. |
| 106 | CB17 | Mekhi Blackmon | USC | 64.5 | 72 | 30 | 3 | -- | Spent six years in college (one JUCO, four at Colorado and one at USC). One of the lone bright spots on a pitiful USC defense in 2022. Constantly injured during his time at Colorado including a significant shoulder injury in 2019 一 finally stayed healthy in 2022 at USC. More fast than quick and it really shows in his game 一 better defending downfield when he can turn and run with the receiver, and excels at playing the ball in those situations. Lacks ideal short-area quickness, which limits his ability to disrupt at the catch point on shorter routes. Skill set may dictate him strictly playing on the outside, and ideally matching up with bigger receivers who will attract more downfield targets. Probably fits best in press-man scheme. |
| 107 | QB6 | Clayton Tune | Houston | 64.5 | 70 | 38 | 2.5 | -- | Four-year starter. Aggressive downfield passer with a strong arm. Accuracy at all levels of the field. Maintains accuracy and arm strength throwing off-platform. High interception numbers raise a red flag (30 over last three seasons) but it’s worth noting his extreme pass volume is a factor in those raw numbers. In general, Tune keeps the ball out of harms way, but he’s willing to take risks and gets burned sometimes. Has a tendency to stare down his receivers, which is concerning given his experience. Enough athleticism to buy time and can be a threat on the move when given a running lane. Will be a 24-year-old rookie. Arm and athleticism clearly meet NFL standards, so he should be considered a potential starter. |
| 108 | DL12 | Colby Wooden | Auburn | 64.5 | 68 | 38 | 4 | -- | End/tackle ‘tweener who played both roles at Auburn. On the edge he lacks the juice to get after the passer 一 just not enough burst off the snap and not enough bend around the edge. On the interior, his quickness jumps out against slow-footed interior linemen. Can make himself small to slip between gaps on the interior. Not much power to his game 一 can get moved off his spot in the run game too easily. Frame might be maxed out; he’s already packed on a lot of weight over the course of his career. Low ceiling for someone with no true position, but he does have potential as an interior pass-rusher in four-man fronts. |
| 109 | DL11 | Jalen Redmond | Oklahoma | 64.5 | 72 | 30 | 3 | -- | Two-year starter with significant playing time in three seasons. Made his mark as an interior pass-rusher, even leading team in sacks in 2019. Opted out in 2020 and will be a 24-year-old rookie. Missed time with a knee injury in 2021 and again for the same issue in 2022. Also missed time due to blood clots in his lungs in 2018. Obviously his medical evaluation is critical, especially as an older prospect. Played a versatile role in 2022, and he’ll fit best as a rotation player in a multiple-front defense. |
| 110 | LB8 | DeMarvion Overshown | Texas | 64.3 | 62 | 55 | 4 | -- | Former safety who still has the hybrid safety/linebacker body. Small but quick with ideal range for an off-ball linebacker. Decent coverage skills 一 can definitely stick with tight ends and isn’t shy about getting physical in coverage. Defensive back background shows in coverage 一 he’s comfortable sitting in zone and reading the quarterback, with the quick burst to quickly jump passing lanes. Extensive special teams experience sets a high floor, as he’ll immediately have value there. Starter potential, but could be a sub-package linebacker due to his coverage skills. |
| 111 | CB18 | Rejzohn Wright | Oregon State | 64.3 | 71 | 40 | 1 | -- | Two-year starter as an outside corner. Played at “Last Chance U” and is the brother of Cowboys 2021 draft pick. Nahshon Wright. Turns 23 years old in September. Injured hip early in week at Senior Bowl, then did not work out at combine or pro day 一 speed is a bit of question, so not having testing numbers has definitely hurt his stock. Wins with a physical style of play and has a knack for locating and playing the ball. Relies too much winning with physical play, which will require some time to relearn for the NFL game. Aggressive style of play has led to penalties (6 in 2022). Really disappointing tackling production, considering his size and physical coverage style. Should be treated as a developmental prospect who fits best in press-man scheme, but does have scheme versatility. Teams valuing length and on-ball production will view him favorably. |
| 112 | DL10 | Byron Young (Ala) | Alabama | 64.3 | 63 | 52 | 4 | -- | Starter for 1.5 years but part of the rotation all four seasons at Alabama. Played defensive end in three-man fronts, which explains his lack of pass-rush production 一 though he was fairly productive in 2022 relative to others in that role. Wins with his leverage due to his impressive length and strong hands. Lacks much of a burst, which explains the lack of pressures converted to sacks 一 that probably won’t improve. He was a perfect fit for his role at end in Alabama’s three-man fronts and should stick to that role in the league. |
| 113 | DL13 | Siaki Ika | Baylor | 64.0 | 62 | 52 | 4.5 | -- | Spent two years at LSU before transferring to Baylor. Started each of his two seasons at Baylor. Moved around the interior line at Baylor, but is built to be a pure space-eating nose tackle. Adequate movement skills for his size and the role he’ll play, but no one will ever confuse him the likes of Vita Vea or Dontari Poe. If you rely on three-man fronts and need a pure nose tackle, he’s a capable starter, but his usefulness will be limited to those teams. |
| 114 | LB10 | Henry To'oTo'o | Alabama | 64.0 | 64 | 56 | 2 | -- | Four-year starter (two at Tennessee, two at Alabama). Highly productive player who wins with his anticipation skills. Always around the ball, but lacks the size/strength to be a consistent finisher. Physical ball carriers can bounce off him at times, and it’s probably not a fixable issues given his size. Ordinary athleticism holds him back in coverage 一 he’s patient and reads the quarterback, but just doesn’t have the burst to cover enough ground. Given his ability to read/react, you don’t want to bet against him, but if he ascends to a high-end starter he would be an outlier 一 more likely to provide valuable depth and special teams production. |
| 115 | LB9 | Noah Sewell | Oregon | 64.0 | 70 | 38 | 2 | -- | Five-star recruit and a three-year starter who primarily lined up as an inside linebacker. Fits the mold of an old school linebacker who excels playing downhill. Physical player with prototypical take-on ability. Speed is good enough but lacks top-tier range 一 tested fairly well at the combine, but appeared to drop weight to do so. Change-of-direction is a concern, he struggled to recover when taking a misstep. Devoid of meaningful coverage skills. Looks lost in zone coverage, eyes wander and he’s purely reacting with no anticipation skills. Got his hands on the ball only four times in over 700 career snaps in coverage (two interceptions, two pass breakups). Can be an asset as an early-down run defender, but those types of players have less value than ever in today’s game. |
| 116 | WR14 | Parker Washington | Penn State | 64.0 | 65 | 45 | 4 | -- | Starter during all three seasons at Penn State, though his role slightly diminished over time. Almost exclusively played in the slot and was rarely used to stretch the field. Wins with reliable hands and decent YAC production. Essentially a running back in the slot and should be used in that role as an extension of the run game. Never going to be the focal point of an offense, but could potentially be a productive slot receiver as a third or fourth option in the right offense. |
| 117 | RB9 | Chase Brown | Illinois | 63.8 | 65 | 40 | 5 | -- | Steady runner who posted big numbers due a heavy workload at Illinois. Compact build makes him tough to bring down on first contact. Faced a decent amount of stacked boxes, and fared well. More fast than elusive, but definitely has home run speed once he turns the corner. Made an impression against Michigan 一 29 carries, 140 yards and was consistently fighting through stacked boxes and early traffic and still picking up three or four years a carry. Big hands, but inexcusably fumbled five times in 2022. Limited pass-game production, but occasionally used as a check down option. Traits fit the mold of a low-level starter, but his inability to create big plays for himself limits his ceiling. |
| 118 | OT8 | Nick Saldiveri | Old Dominion | 63.5 | 68 | 38 | 3 | -- | Three-year starter at right tackle. Played in a downfield passing attack, which put a lot of stress on the offensive line 一 despite not playing great competition, he’s more NFL-ready than some at higher levels having played in this offense. Moves fairly well and looks comfortable blocking in space. Could stand to improve his functional strength 一 especially if he’s a backup and potentially asked to take reps at guard as well. Sort of a ‘tweener in the sense that it’s hard to pinpoint how he’ll win 一 he lacks dominant strength, length or athleticism. Floor is low without an obvious path to success, but he’s proficient across the board and that might be good enough. |
| 119 | QB7 | Dorian Thompson-Robinson | UCLA | 63.5 | 72 | 30 | 2 | -- | Four-year starter in Chip Kelly’s system. Wins with athleticism and a strong arm. He’s a legit threat on the move, though is slightly undersized and you won’t want him taking too many hits. Arm strength isn’t quite at the top tier, but plenty strong enough to make every throw and he maintains arm strength on the move. Accuracy is acceptable at the short and intermediate levels but gets more scattershot downfield. Handles pressure fairly well 一 makes some ill-advised throws still, but has learned to use his athleticism to avoid sacks. He’s best suited for an offense with similar aspects to Kelly’s, focusing on the quick, short passing game and taking advantage of his athleticism. Should be viewed as a developmental project, who could be a great backup to another mobile quarterback. |
| 120 | WR15 | Kayshon Boutte | LSU | 63.5 | 82 | 0 | 2 | -- | Top-tier talent with explosive traits, but teams will need to dig into his background and determine if he wants to maximize his talent 一 he was tough to figure out at LSU, and the staff probably isn’t too disappointed he’s gone. Even at his peak as a freshman he never excelled and coming down with the ball 一 ordinary hands, and doesn’t always position himself to make plays on poorly placed balls. Elite weapon after the catch early in his career but was a non-factor in final season. Junior year in 2021 ended with an ankle injury and his 2022 season was a disaster. He looked like a completely different player and it was tough to tell if he was mentally checked out or if the injury was continuing to hold him back (potentially both). At one point Boutte looked like he could develop into a Jaylen Waddle-like playmaker, but his college career ended with a whimper. He’lll still be 20 years old on draft day, so maybe he turns it around… or maybe we’ll never hear from him again. |
| 121 | TE7 | Luke Schoonmaker | Michigan | 63.3 | 63 | 52 | 3 | -- | Two-year starter in a pro-style, run heavy offense which asked a lot of its tight ends in the run game. Proficient run blocker who executes to the best of his ability, but lacks the functional strength to be much of a people-mover 一 turns 25 in September, so you have to wonder how much is left for growth in terms of adding to that power. Decent athleticism and can make some plays after the catch, but could improve by becoming a more physical runner. Projects a low-end starter or a solid second tight end who can contribute in all phases. |
| 122 | CB19 | Riley Moss | Iowa | 63.0 | 64 | 48 | 3 | -- | Experienced outside corner with terrific ball skills. Three-year starter but saw significant action over all five seasons at Iowa. Great ball skills but medicare on-ball production 一 turned a high percentage of opportunities into interceptions, but wasn’t disrupting the catch point as often as you’d like. More fast than quick and has issues sticking with double moves. Played on special teams coverage units early in his career and should contribute there if he’s not in a starting role. Fits best as an outside corner in zone coverage and has starter potential there. |
| 123 | EDGE15 | Felix Anudike-Uzomah | Kansas State | 62.5 | 68 | 38 | 2 | -- | Two-year starter who doesn’t turn 21 until January. Lacks ideal size and length and probably doesn’t have anymore room to fill out 一 was an undersized recruit also and seems to have maxed out his frame. High energy player who feasted on lesser competition but didn’t maintain that production against his tougher assignments. Size and functional strength may cause teams to view him as a pass-rush specialist but he lacks the dynamic athleticism to be a top-tier threat in that area. It’s possible he would benefit from dropping weight again in an effort to become more flexible and dynamic off the edge. |
| 124 | QB8 | Aidan O'Connell | Purdue | 62.0 | 66 | 40 | 2.5 | -- | Pure pocket passer who mastered Jeff Brohm’s offense at Purdue. Wins with accuracy at all levels. Good feel for the pocket and handling pressure 一 knows when to get rid of the ball and keeps sacks to a minimum despite limited mobility. Does a nice job processing the defense. Comfortable navigating traffic while throwing to the middle of the field. Modest arm strength puts a limit on the type of throws he can attempt. If a Brock Purdy-like passer emerges from Day 3 in this class, O’Connell would be a strong candidate. Will fit best in an offense featuring the short-quick passing game. |
| 125 | RB10 | Tank Bigsby | Auburn | 61.8 | 72 | 25 | 1.5 | -- | Bull in a china shop. Plays full speed, looking for contact with no plan whatsoever. Abysmal vision and regularly misses holes to do his own thing. Gets caught in the backfield constantly because he’s either indecisive or missed the hole. Survived in college because of his power and ability to fight through first contact. In another conference, it would be very hard to trust his pro potential 一 but since it was the SEC and he was productive with this frustrating style since his freshman year, maybe he’ll continue to produce. Coaches will love his aggressive attitude as a runner, but hate his freelancing and tendency to produce negative plays. He should be viewed as a developmental prospect who has early-down running back traits, but a very low floor if the vision can’t improve. |
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