NFL Scouting Reports 2024

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Ohio State
WR
Ht: 6 - 3
Wt: 190
Tall, fluid receiver who’s a natural at the position. Quickly gets off the snap into routes, effectively fights with his hands and uses his large frame to beat down defenders and get separation. Smooth, tracks the pass in the air and gets vertical to high point the ball over defenders. Displays a sense of timing, extends his hands and pulls the ball from the air. Displays great eye/hand coordination, easily adjusts to the errant throw and makes the difficult catch at full speed. Sells routes, shows great focus and at times is impossible to cover. Immediately gets to top speed and is sneaky fast. Keeps the play in bounds after the catch and works to pick up positive yardage.
More of a long strider and isn’t super quick in or out of routes. Inconsistent blocking downfield. Seemed to get frustrated at times in 2023 and didn't always finish plays.
Harrison is a chip off the old block and a great receiver prospect, as his father was. He's natural in all areas of the position and has the ability to be a dominant No. 2 receiver on Sundays.
Ht: 6 - 1
Wt: 210
Talented signal caller who is a dynamic personality on and off the field. Patient in the pocket, poised and consistently keeps his eyes downfield. Elusive, easily escapes the rush and extends plays with his ability to avoid defenders. Remains calm under pressure and steps up to avoid defenders. Waits until the last second to release the ball, takes off upfield only when necessary and takes a big hit in order to get the pass away. Natural looking off the safety, does a terrific job setting up screen throws and displays the ability to precisely place passes into his receivers’ hands. Improvises when plays break down, displays incredible field vision and always locates the open wideout. Spreads the ball around, challenges the vertical game and puts air under deep throws. Possesses a quick release as well as a big arm with the ability to drive deep throws. Legitimate threat picking up yardage with his legs on scrambles and designed quarterback runs.
Lacks great pocket stature and is easily brought down by a single defender. Releases the ball with poor footwork and is more of an arm thrower. Struggled at points last season and watched his production really drop off.
From the moment he stepped onto the field at Oklahoma, Williams displayed himself as a star at the quarterback position. He's a tremendous leader and playmaker, yet he also must improve his techniques. The combination of poor footwork and taking chances he should not will result in questionable throws and interceptions at the next level. Williams has all the ingredients to be a franchise quarterback and team leader at the next level if he focuses on the task at hand and improves as a passer.
Georgia
TE
Ht: 6 - 3
Wt: 225
Productive three-year starter who is a playmaker and game controller at the tight end position. Tough, smart and athletic. Fundamentally sound catching the ball and extends his hands. Offers the quarterback a target and makes the reception away from his frame. Consistent hands catcher who easily adjusts to the errant throw then quickly transitions to running after the catch. Plays with outstanding balance, makes the tough catch in a crowd and possesses tremendous eye/hand coordination. Tracks the pass in the air, gets vertical and competes to come away with the tough grab. Possesses soft as well as strong hands. Shows the ability to pick up or even create yardage after the catch. Displays the ability to get behind defenders down the field, nicely makes the deep reception in stride and keeps the play in bounds after the catch. Follows the quarterback across the field and works to become an open target. Gives effort blocking and effectively blocks in motion. Squares into defenders and takes them from the action.
Doesn't get a lot of movement run blocking. Playing weight is probably closer to 230 pounds. Missed time with injury last season.
From the moment he stepped onto the field as a true freshman, Bowers had a major impact for the Georgia offense and was a pass catcher opponents struggled to stop. He's a playmaking tight end who beats opponents physically as well as mentally and does whatever’s necessary when asked the block. Bowers is one of the top-rated overall players in this year's draft and should quickly produce on the NFL level.
Ht: 6 - 3
Wt: 205
Fast-rising quarterback who has watched his game take off the past two seasons. Shows tremendous awareness, wherewithal and patience in the pocket. Displays a terrific feel for what's happening on the field. Senses the rush, remains poised and steps up to avoid defenders or takes off upfield. Athletic, easily eludes defenders and is a threat to pick up yardage with his legs. Consistently keeps his eyes downfield looking for receivers rather than looking for pass rushers. Goes through receiver progressions, does not lock onto a single receiver and powers the ball through tight windows. Quick getting outside the pocket, keeps his eyes downfield on the move and throw strikes. Scans the field, possesses a quick release as well as a live arm and drives deep throws with speed. Spreads the ball around to all his receivers, knows where his targets are and consistently makes good decisions. Protects the football, isn’t reckless when he takes off to run and extends plays with his athleticism. Tough, stands in against the rush and takes a big hit in order to get the throw away. Always in control of the situation and does an outstanding job leading the offense. Outstanding deep passer who puts the ball out in front of targets and lets them run to the throw. Times passes well and does not have receivers waiting on the ball. Awarded the Heisman Trophy as well as the Davey O'Brien and Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Awards last season. Completed 72.2% of his throws for 3,812 yards with 40 TDs and just four INT's. Added 1,134 yards rushing and another 10 TDs.
Lacks stature and size in the pocket and is easily brought down by a single defender. Needs to improve the placement of his intermediate passes, as he is often high of the mark.
Daniels chose to return to LSU for another year despite a solid 2022 season, and it paid off with big dividends. He turned in a career year, showed great improvement and ultimately turned from athlete into quarterback over the course of his two years at LSU. The lack of size will be an issue for some, yet Daniels has the physical skills and mental acumen to be a productive starting quarterback on Sundays.
Alabama
EDGE
Ht: 6 - 4
Wt: 245
Athletic, disruptive linebacker who was used in a variety of roles for Alabama the past three seasons. Explosive, quick up the field out of a three-point stance or standing over tackle and rarely off his feet. Displays a variety of moves as a pass rusher, bends off the edge and immediately alters his angle of attack. Gets a lot of momentum going upfield. Tough to handle and gets leverage on opponents. Remains disciplined with assignments, stays with responsibilities and is more than just an edge rusher. Gets depth on pass drops, displays speed moving laterally and makes a lot of plays in space. Gives effort defending the run.
Lacks bulk. Easily blocked or out-positioned by a single opponent. Streaky and disappeared for stretches. Slow to react on occasion. More of a wide-angle edge rusher out of a three-point stance.
Turner was a defender who caught my eye as a true freshman at Alabama, when he was used more as a traditional linebacker and made plays all over the field. Primarily used as an edge rusher this past season, Turner was a disruptive force who was constantly found behind the line of scrimmage. Turner possesses tremendous upside and will be a dominant force on the football field once he develops a complete game.
LSU
WR
Ht: 6 - 0
Wt: 190
Explosive, game-breaking wideout who displayed tremendous progress over the past three seasons. Displays tremendous quickness off the snap into routes, which gives him an immediate half-step advantage on opponents. Quick-footed in and out of pass routes, works his hands to separate from defenders and gets separation. Stays low exiting breaks and loses no momentum running routes. Fast moving in any direction, gets behind the secondary to make big plays down the field and easily beats defensive backs on crossing patterns. Follows the quarterback across the field, comes back to the pass out of breaks and uses his frame to shield away opponents. Tracks the pass, easily adjusts to the errant throw and looks the ball into his hands. Extends his hands to snatch the ball away from his frame. Possesses soft, natural hands, is very effective after the catch and eludes defenders to create yardage. Gets vertical and contorts to come away with the difficult grab and exposes himself to the big hit. Displays outstanding focus as well as concentration and makes the tough catch in a crowd. Does an outstanding job breaking off routes when the quarterback is in trouble to make himself an available target.
Gives effort blocking but shows average strength. Possesses a thin build and does not always come away with the contested grab.
Nabers made an impact for LSU as a true freshman, and then he watched his game take off the ensuing two years. He posted 1,569 passing yards with 14 TDs last year and was impossible to cover. Nabers possesses the athleticism, speed and, most importantly, receiver skills to be a No. 1 wideout on Sundays and should quickly be productive as a rookie.
North Carolina
QB
Ht: 6 - 5
Wt: 220
Talented signal caller with outstanding physical skills and a tremendous amount of upside potential. Patient in the pocket, displays great field vision and does not make poor decisions under the rush. Buys as much time as necessary for receivers, goes through progressions and naturally looks off the safety. Poised when plays break down, senses the rush and steps up to avoid defenders. Keeps his feet active in the pocket, throws with an over-the-top delivery and keeps his eyes downfield. Possesses a live arm, puts touch on throws when necessary and can make all the passes. Displays deadly accuracy and places the ball in the receiver’s hands without making them break stride. Large enough to withstand the rush and mobile and athletic enough to get outside the pocket, make plays with his legs and effectively throw on the move. Loses nothing passing in motion. Takes a big hit in order to get the throw away and delivers accurate passes with defenders in his face. Takes a pounding yet pulls himself off the turf, gets back in the huddle and does a great job leading the offense.
Must be more consistent with his footwork. Struggled as the season progressed in 2023, did not have the same edge to his game in the final month and was late delivering throws. Tries to do too much at times and holds the ball too long.
While Maye was not as dynamic as some of the top quarterbacks in this year's draft, he's ready-made for the NFL with his size, arm strength and mental approach. He's a mobile pocket passer who can be used in a variety of schemes and should quickly step in as the starter for whichever team drafts him. Maye comes with a lot of upside, and if properly coached, he will be a winning quarterback on Sundays.
Washington
WR
Ht: 6 - 3
Wt: 201
Large, skilled receiver coming off an outstanding season. Sells routes, uses his hands to separate from defenders and comes back to the football. Sturdy, protects the ball and takes a big hit yet holds onto the pass. Comes back into the clearing, extends his hands and offers the quarterback a target. Tracks the pass in the air, nicely makes the reception in stride and easily adjusts to the errant throw. Possesses eye/hand coordination, smoothly makes the catch on crossing patterns and possesses soft as well as strong hands. Gets vertical in a crowd, snatches the ball away from his frame and wins out for the contested throw. Sneaky fast and will break it downfield on occasion. Gives effort after the catch and works hard. Effective downfield blocker.
Often chops his footwork and gathers into breaks. Lacks true deep speed and a second gear.
Odunze is a dominant receiver who showed tremendous progress in his game the past three seasons and was the go-to receiver opponents could not stop. Odunze displays great awareness on the football field, does the little things well and possesses the body type to be a No. 1 wideout on Sundays. Though he’s not a true deep threat, his ability to make all the catches in the short and intermediate field is very attractive.
Penn State
OT
Ht: 6 - 6
Wt: 321
Athletic weakside tackle with a large upside. Fundamentally sound, bends his knees and blocks with leverage. Quickly sets up in pass protection, remains patient and stays square. Nimble, agile and easily handles speedy, undersized pass rushers off the edge. Keeps his feet moving, displays outstanding lateral range in pass protection and makes excellent use of angles. Effective with his hands, rides opponents from their angles of attack and anchors in pass protection. Quick to the second level, redirects to linebackers and seals them from the action. Keeps his head on a swivel, recognizes stunts and twists and shows good blocking vision.
Stands to improve his overall blocking balance a bit. Not a strong run blocker and rarely gets movement.
Fashanu was a terrific starter at the left tackle position for Penn State the past two seasons, and he’s an athletic prospect with excellent length as well as growth potential. Detractors will try and pick holes in his game, yet Fashanu is readymade to start on the left side in the NFL and will only get better in time as he physically matures and adds strength to his game.
Notre Dame
OT
Ht: 6 - 7
Wt: 283
Highly rated offensive tackle with potential on both the left and right sides. Stays square, effectively uses his hands and controls defenders once engaged at the point. Strong in his base, easily turns defenders from their angles of attack and rides them from pass-rush angles. Gets movement run blocking and drives defenders off the line. Keeps his feet moving, makes outstanding use of angles and seals defenders from plays. Physically beats down defenders and completely engulfs them at the point of attack. Displays the ability to recover against speed rushers and protect his quarterback. Keeps his head on a swivel and shows great blocking vision. Long and comes with growth potential.
Does not possess quick, fluid footwork sliding off the edge. Shows some stiffness. Does not sink his butt at the line of scrimmage. Average skill pulling across the line of scrimmage and does not create a lot of room for the running back.
Alt is an intelligent, strong tackle prospect who stands out run blocking but also shows a lot of ability in pass protection. While there's a lot of love for him outside the scouting community, I believe Alt needs to really polish his game or he will be exploited by quick, athletic pass rushers on Sundays. He comes with growth potential, and in a worst-case scenario, he will be a solid starting right tackle on Sundays.
Florida State
EDGE
Ht: 6 - 4
Wt: 251
Sensational pass rusher who has developed a complete game. Fast up the field, can bend off the edge and rushes the edge with outstanding balance as well as body control. Keeps his feet moving, plays with a nasty attitude and attacks opponents. Breaks down well and uses his hands to protect himself. Explosive and gets a lot of momentum going. Can be tough to stop and consistently penetrates the line of scrimmage. More than just an up-the-field pass rusher and gives effort against the run. Stays with assignments, displays lateral speed chasing the action in pursuit and makes plays in space. Flows well laterally to the action and wraps up ball handlers. Fluid if asked to twist or stunt, uses his hands to protect himself and slices through gaps to penetrate the line of scrimmage. Plays with a vicious attitude and gets after the action.
Gets handled by blockers or out-positioned from the action despite being strong for his size. Never had elite pass-rushing production.
Verse made an immediate impact in 2022 after transferring to Florida State from Albany, New York, and his game has since taken off. He's a versatile defender who is effective as a pass rusher and run defender as well as making plays in space. Verse can be used in a variety of schemes as both a standup outside linebacker in a 3-4 or one-gap defensive end.
Penn State
EDGE
Ht: 6 - 3
Wt: 220
Tremendous pass-rushing college defensive end who displays a variety of skill on the football field. Starts with excellent knee bend and plays with tremendous pad level and outstanding fundamentals. Fires off the snap, gets upfield with tremendous speed and bends off the edge. Rarely off his feet, sells out and fights hard to make plays. Plays smart, tough football and gets his hands up to knock the ball away if he cannot get to the passer. Displays good change-of-direction ability, lateral speed and the ability to pursue plays down the line of scrimmage. Immediately alters his angle of attack and redirects to make the tackle against the run. Quick and fluid if asked to twist or stunt, aggressive and easily moves in any direction of the field.
Lacks bulk and gets turned from the action by opposing tight ends or out-positioned by a single blocker. May not possess great growth potential.
Robinson was a disruptive force whose athleticism, quickness and ability to play with leverage gave him a significant advantage over opponents. He was an effective pass rusher who also showed the ability to make plays in space, and Robinson offers potential standing over tackle or coming out of a three-point stance on Sundays.
Texas
DT
Ht: 6 - 1
Wt: 308
Athletic defensive line prospect with scheme versatility. Fires off the snap with an explosive first step, effectively uses his hands to protect himself and easily changes direction. Smooth moving to every area of the field and easily gets down the line of scrimmage or outside the box to pursue plays. Penetrates the line of scrimmage and shows a closing burst to the action. Plays with proper pad level and keeps his feet moving. Resilient and incredibly quick in his overall game.
Lacks natural bulk and gets out-positioned from the action or beaten up on the inside. May be tapped out physically and lacks growth potential.
Murphy made a huge impact after moving into Texas’ starting lineup last season and was a force on the Longhorns’ defensive line. He possesses the athleticism and movement skills to line up as a three-technique tackle, yet at the same time he could be used at defensive end in a three-man front for a one-gap system. His athleticism alone makes him more of a top-20 pick in the draft, and Murphy should be productive out of the gate on Sundays in the proper scheme.
Toledo
CB
Ht: 6 - 0
Wt: 199
Nice-sized cornerback with next-level ball skills. Instinctive, effectively diagnoses plays and shows a lot of athleticism. Tracks the pass in the air, nicely times pass defenses and has a terrific break to the throw. Engages receivers at the line of scrimmage, quickly flips his hips and runs downfield with opponents. Mixes it up with receivers throughout the route, nicely positions himself to defend passes and has a nice move to the ball. Strong tackler who aggressively defends the run and fires upfield. Quick arriving on the scene and displays suddenness in his game. Aggressive, physically beats down opponents to defend passes and flies around the ball. Plays faster than his 40 time and displays an explosive burst of closing and recovery speed.
Often gives a large cushion, which results in underneath receptions. Possesses poor hands for the interception. Has been characterized by scouts as stiff.
Mitchell has been a terrific cornerback at Toledo the past three seasons and was rarely challenged by opponents thanks to his ability to shut down receivers. He possesses next-level ball skills and has been credited with 52 PBUs the past three seasons. Mitchell is an underrated cornerback who must finish his game, but he offers starting potential on Sundays.
Oregon State
OT
Ht: 6 - 6
Wt: 334
Powerful right-tackle prospect who is best as a run blocker. Bends his knees, blocks with leverage and keeps his feet moving. Quickly gets his hands up, effectively places them into opponents and has enough strength to turn defenders off the line and open up running lanes. Strong, controls opponents at the point and anchors in pass protection. Nasty and works to hit as many defenders as possible off a single snap. Stays with assignments, displays outstanding vision and feel for what's happening on the field and keeps his head on a swivel. Fluid when asked to kick out and pull across the line or block on the second level. Chips linebackers or defensive backs to knock them from their angles of attack.
Lacks overall lateral blocking range in pass protection. Shows stiffness in his game, struggles to adjust and gets beaten off the edge by quick or nimble opponents. Arms measured slightly more than 33 inches at the combine.
Fuaga was a terrific two-year starter at Oregon State who showed consistent development in his game. Entering the season with late-round grades, he improved significantly last season and is poised to be a mid first-round choice. He’s strictly a right-tackle prospect who needs to improve his ability in pass protection, but Fuaga comes with starting potential on Sundays.
Ht: 6 - 4
Wt: 205
Long, fluid receiver who showed incredible improvement last season. Smooth, knows where he is on the football field and works hard to make himself an available target. Fights with his hands to separate from defenders, uses his frame to shield away opponents and looks the ball into his hands. Tracks the pass, gets vertical and high points the throw over defenders. Making the tough catch down the field and in a crowd. Plays with outstanding balance as well as body control and displays tremendous eye/hand coordination as well as focus. Consistent hands catcher who always offers the quarterback a large target. Effective downfield blocker who gives effort.
Does not show much quickness or speed. More of an intermediate or possession target.
After two moderately productive seasons at LSU, Thomas watched his game take off last year, catching 60 passes and 17 touchdowns. He possesses natural pass-catching hands and has a fluid style and enough ability to be a No. 1 receiver on Sundays.
Alabama
CB
Ht: 6 - 0
Wt: 180
Third-year sophomore who displayed consistent progress on the field. Quick-footed in reverse, quick flipping his hips in transition and loses nothing turning to run downfield with opponents. Explosive, mixes it up with receivers and fights with his hands. Displays a nice move to the ball, has a burst out of his plant and quickly closes to the action. Remains disciplined with assignments, effectively recognizes the action and fires upfield to defend run plays and screen throws. Consistently and effectively used over the slot receiver for Alabama.
At times off-balance transitioning out of his backpedal. Overmatched by larger receivers. Must be quicker getting his head back around to track the pass in the air.
Arnold is a skilled cornerback who plays with instinct and toughness. He's best in a system that uses him backed off the line of scrimmage, and Arnold has starting potential for a team that lines him up at nickel back.
Oklahoma
OT
Ht: 6 - 7
Wt: 326
Large, athletic tackle prospect with a huge upside. Blocks with leverage, keeps his head on a swivel and displays excellent awareness picking up stunts or twists. Makes proper use of angles in pass protection, stays square and seals defenders from the action. Gets his hands into opponents and jolts them with explosive punch. Shows ability blocking in space, quickly gets to the second level and is effective in motion. Strong, turns opponents from their angles of attack and finishes off opponents when focused on the task at hand. Turned in several outstanding days of practice at the Senior Bowl.
Does not consistently block with a nasty attitude and must work harder to finish off opponents. Overextends on occasion and misses blocks. Never truly met the expectations scouts placed on him at Oklahoma.
Guyton is an athletic offensive tackle prospect with incredible size and natural tools. He possesses growth potential and should only improve in time if he remains focused and makes football a priority in his life.
Georgia
OT
Ht: 6 - 7
Wt: 330
First-year starter with tremendous upside. Sets with a wide base, bends his knees and fires off the snap into blocks. Correctly places his hands into defenders and keeps his feet moving. Strong and explosive at the point. Turns defenders off the line and seals them from the action. Keeps his head on a swivel, quickly picks up stunts and twists and shows great awareness. Devastates opponents run blocking, driving them off the line and opening big holes. Shows the ability to get off the edge and handle pass rushers, anchors at the point and doesn’t give up an inch.
Missed almost two months last season after undergoing ankle surgery. Primarily a reserve lineman at Georgia until last season and started just eight games on the college level. Lacks great footwork off the edge. Branded by scouts as immature.
Except for the time he missed with injury last season, Mims was a force at right tackle for Georgia when he was in the starting lineup. He possesses outstanding size and strength and comes with a great amount of upside potential. Mims needs to complete his game, yet he’s worth selecting in the middle of Round 1, and he could develop into a dominant starter in the NFL.
Illinois
DT
Ht: 6 - 2
Wt: 290
Explosive, playmaking defensive lineman who has watched his draft stock soar the past nine months. Athletic, moves well around the field and shows good change-of-direction ability. Gets down the line of scrimmage and outside the box to pursue plays. Rarely off his feet, plays with balance and consistently gets leverage on opponents. Fires off the snap, flashes power in his lower body and knocks defenders off the line with violent hand punch or bull rushes them upfield. Disruptive force who works his hands throughout the action and slices through the open gaps to penetrate the line of scrimmage. Gets a good amount of momentum going, plays through the whistle and goes hard even when the result of the game is in hand. Attracts a lot of double-team blocks in the middle of the line and creates opportunities for teammates.
Possesses an average closing burst and isn’t much of a pass rusher. Lacks great bulk and gets out-positioned by opponents.
Newton was a steady force on the Illinois defensive line and showed continual progress in his game the past three seasons. He has scheme versatility and could be used in a variety of roles, such as defensive tackle or potentially a two-gap defensive end. Newton clearly grades as the top interior defensive lineman in this year's draft, and he should be selected no later than the middle of Round 1.
Ht: 6 - 3
Wt: 280
Athletic offensive tackle with a large upside who is marching up draft boards. Fundamentally sound, bends his knees and stays square. Displays solid footwork and outstanding blocking range off the edge. Patient in pass protection and anchors at the point. Blocks down on opponents and completely removes them from the action. Moves well on his feet and quickly gets to the second level. Redirects to linebackers and displays the ability to hit a moving target. Solid run blocker who is strong, explosive and turns defenders off the line. Blocks with a nasty attitude and works to finish off opponents. Effectively used at both left and right tackle during his BYU career.
Occasionally late with his hands. Overextends into run blocks on occasion.
Suamataia is an athletic offensive tackle who has shown terrific improvement in his game the past two seasons and comes with a large upside. The ability to play both tackle spots makes him very attractive, and Suamataia will end up somewhere in the bottom third of Round 1 and should be starting by the end of his rookie season.
Alabama
CB
Ht: 6 - 0
Wt: 180
Productive three-year cornerback who is fundamentally sound, tough and skilled. Quick flipping his hips off the line of scrimmage, effective in man coverage and nicely tracks the pass in the air. Stays step for step with opponents all over the field, has a burst of closing speed and quickly gets to the action. Stays with opponents everywhere on the field, mixes it up throughout the route and fights hard to defend passes. Stays on the opponent’s hip out of breaks, effectively recognizes the action and will come off his route to make the tackle upfield. Strong open-field tackler. Communicates well with teammates in the secondary and shows excellent awareness.
Only intercepted two passes in college despite his terrific ball skills. Ducks his head on occasion and misses tackles. Coming off a slightly disappointing season.
McKinstry was a terrific cover corner at Alabama for three seasons and was rarely challenged by opponents. He possesses next-level size as well as ball skills and enough ability to quickly break into the starting lineup for the team that drafts him.
Washington
OG
Ht: 6 - 4
Wt: 312
Athletic college left tackle whose draft stock has been on a straight shot north. Blocks with terrific pad level, sets with a wide base and consistently gets leverage on opponents. Explosive at the point, fires off the snap and turns defenders off the line as a run blocker. Quickly sets up in pass protection, stays square and correctly places his hands into defenders. Keeps his feet moving, displays excellent lateral range off the edge and quickly gets to the second level. Shows ability blocking in motion. Effective with his hands, gets them into defenders and knocks opponents from their angles of attack.
Occasionally overextends into blocks. Lacks a dominant base. Must be more consistent with his hand placement.
Fautanu was an outstanding two-year starter at left tackle for Washington and put his athleticism on display during the combine. He offers potential at tackle as well as guard, possessing the movement skills to be used in a zone system as well as the growth potential to develop into a power gap blocker. Entering the season as a potential third-round choice, Fautanu is moving through the first round and should start as a rookie in the NFL.
Texas
WR
Ht: 6 - 4
Wt: 194
Talented receiver who shows the ability to be a playmaker as well as a game controller. Smooth and fluid releasing off the line of scrimmage, quickly gets into breaks and uses his hands to separate from opponents. Goes over the middle of the field, settles into the open spot of the defense and nicely makes receptions on crossing patterns. Displays terrific route discipline, takes a big hit yet holds onto the throw and keeps the play in bounds after the catch. Displays outstanding awareness tracking the pass, possesses focus as well as concentration and makes a lot of difficult receptions down the field. Easily makes the over-the-shoulder reception at full speed. Consistent hands catcher who extends to make the reception away from his frame. Possesses soft as well as quick hands. Gives effort blocking downfield.
Ran incredibly well at the combine yet does not display that speed on the field. Had spotty production last season and catches came in bunches. Seemed to get distracted at times last season.
I liked Mitchell since he was a true freshman at Georgia, and I believe he could have a major impact at the next level. He possesses the tools to be a No. 1 receiver and has shown those skills throughout his college career. If Mitchell plays to his level of ability on every snap, he will have an impact on Sundays, otherwise he will be a disappointment.
Alabama
OT
Ht: 6 - 6
Wt: 305
Massive lineman who blocks with terrific fundamentals. Sets with a wide base, sinks his butt and blocks with tremendous leverage. Correctly places his hands into defenders, stays square and easily anchors in pass protection or turns defenders from the line on running downs. Powerful, knocks opponents from the action or drives them back to the second level. Keeps his feet moving, displays solid range off the edge and out-positions opponents from the action. Displays a quick kick step in pass protection and does not give up an inch to opponents. Makes great use of blocking angles and keeps his head on a swivel.
Lacks smooth, fluid footwork in space. Has difficulty with speedy edge rushers.
Latham was a terrific two-year starter at right tackle for Alabama who blocks with great fundamentals. He may be a little too large and will have to shed a lot of weight, yet Latham offers starting potential on Sundays.
UCLA
EDGE
Ht: 6 - 4
Wt: 265
Game-impacting edge rusher who displays a lot of athleticism. Explosive, very sudden and plays with a sense of urgency. Moves well around the field, fires to the action and shows up out of nowhere to disrupt plays. Fast moving laterally, gets to the sidelines in pursuit and immediately alters his angle of attack or redirects to the action. Agile, forceful off the edge and easily exploits tackles. Uses his hands to protect himself and fires upfield. Can flatten to the quarterback and displays a closing burst. Focused on by opponents yet is rarely off his feet and plays with great balance. Outstanding pass rusher who registered 23.5 sacks and 34 TFLs the past two seasons. Fluid, can play off the line of scrimmage in space and shows good hands for the interception.
Possesses a thin build and is easily knocked from the action or out-positioned from plays. Has an injury history and left the Washington program after they medically retired him due to a neck issue.
After leaving the Washington program due to medical concerns, Latu strung together two outstanding seasons for UCLA and was the pass rusher opponents could not stop. He possesses a long frame with growth potential and outstanding athleticism, and he’s a natural pass rusher who can also be used off the line of scrimmage in space. Latu comes with tremendous upside, and his position in the first round of the draft will be a matter of how teams review his medical reports.
Ht: 6 - 3
Wt: 320
Fast-rising interior lineman who can be used at guard or center. Tough, smart and patient. Bends his knees, blocks with leverage and easily anchors at the point. Fires his hands into defenders and places them correctly. Stays square, turns opponents from the action and seals them from plays. Outstanding run blocker who is explosive at the point and plays with a nasty attitude. Easily controls opponents in one-on-one assignments while showing the ability to quickly get to the second level. Redirects to defenders and takes moving targets from the action. Outstanding with the shotgun snap.
Started just one year at center after primarily being a backup at guard in 2022. Lacks great footwork sliding in space. Shows stiffness in his game.
After moving into the starting lineup late as a sophomore, Powers-Johnson moved from guard to center and turned in an outstanding campaign last year. Despite being injured, he was phenomenal during the one full practice he participated in at the Senior Bowl, and he’s flying up draft boards. Powers-Johnson will be the first center selected in April's draft and end up as a mid first-round choice.
Michigan
QB
Ht: 6 - 3
Wt: 196
Two-year starter who lost just a single game since his sophomore season. Patient in the pocket, effectively reads the defense and takes what is given to him. Goes to the underneath outlet if the primary target is covered, improvises when plays break down and is a threat to pick up yardage with his legs. Quickly sets up in the pocket, easily rolls outside the box and keeps his eyes downfield. Disciplined playing from the pocket, keeps his feet active and displays good awareness. Poised under the rush, goes through progressions and does not stare down the primary target. Possesses a quick release and live arm. Shows the ability to deliver strikes down the field and place passes where only his target can come away with the ball. Effectively sells ball fakes, changes his angle of release to get the ball away and does a good job setting up screen throws. Will take a big hit in order to get the throw away.
Loses a lot of velocity on the run. Late delivering passes which turns into opportunities for defensive backs. Doesn't show the ability to drive deep throws. Often high of the mark when he tries to put extra speed on throws. Lacks pocket size and struggles withstanding the rush. Benefited from an outstanding offensive line and a run-heavy offense at Michigan.
McCarthy was a tremendous leader at Michigan and a winning quarterback for the Wolverines. And while he did a great job on the college level, there are concerns about his NFL projection. Over the past three years, McCarthy has attempted 659 passes, more than 400 fewer than Caleb Williams and almost 300 fewer than Drake Maye. Many of the questionable throws he made on Saturdays will turn into interceptions on Sundays. Yet the fact remains that McCarthy is a confident quarterback who knows how to win. I believe he's more of a game manager than a true franchise quarterback, and he'll need a terrific offensive line and a strong running game in order to succeed at the next level.
Clemson
CB
Ht: 6 - 2
Wt: 170
Nice-sized cornerback with athleticism and toughness. Effectively diagnoses plays, rarely gets challenged by opposing quarterbacks and works to position himself to make a play on the throw. Effectively times pass defenses, has an explosive burst to the ball out of his plant and quickly closes to the action. Works to get his head back around and track the pass in the air. Defeats blocks to get to the ball carrier, wraps up opponents and makes the tackle in the open field.
Late reacting to receivers’ moves off the line, gets tall in his backpedal and is slow out of his transition. Does a lot of chasing receivers down the field rather than making plays on the football and constantly face guarded opponents last season.
Wiggins showed a lot of ability as a sophomore in 2022, yet his game regressed and he took a step back last season. He possesses next-level size and starting potential, but he must quickly get his game back to where it was two years ago.
Arizona
OT
Ht: 6 - 4
Wt: 311
Athletic offensive line prospect with possibilities at both left and right tackle as well as guard. Agile, fluid moving about the field and easily adjusts. Keeps his head on a swivel, displays outstanding blocking vision and picks up stunts and blitzes. Effective with his hands, explosive at the point and keeps his feet moving. Sets with a wide base, sinks his butt at the line of scrimmage and blocks with leverage. Correctly places his hands into defenders, stays square and turns opponents from their angles of attack. Keeps his feet moving, can slide off the edge and makes good use of angles. Quick to the second level, shows a lot of skill blocking in motion and seals opponents from the action. Intelligent and works well with linemates. Known as a high-character prospect.
Average run blocker and really doesn't finish off opponents. Struggled at right tackle during Senior Bowl practices.
Morgan was an outstanding three-year starter at Arizona and is an athletic prospect with tremendous upside. He's a late first-round prospect who needs to get stronger and complete his game, yet he has starting potential on Sundays.
Oregon
WR
Ht: 6 - 2
Wt: 179
Surehanded, playmaking receiver with sneaky speed. Terrific vertical wideout who quickly releases off the line of scrimmage and immediately gets to top speed on deep patterns. Tracks the pass in the air, possesses eye/hand coordination and makes the long reception in stride. Displays good route discipline, quickly gets into breaks and extends his hands to offer the quarterback a target. Catches the ball well on crossing patterns, displays focus as well as concentration and nicely adjusts to the errant throw. Has a burst of speed, nicely times receptions and plays faster than his 40 time. Gets up in a crowd and comes down with the difficult reception. Possesses soft as well as strong hands and plucks the ball from the air. Gives effort blocking and works hard even if the play is away from him.
Possesses a thin build and struggles in battles. Must polish his route running and clean up his footwork.
Franklin was a super-productive receiver who displayed reliable hands as well as the ability to break it deep the past two years at Oregon. He must get bigger and stronger while keeping his speed and quickness, yet Franklin possesses the skills necessary to be a No. 2 wideout on Sundays.
Texas
WR
Ht: 6 - 1
Wt: 160
Explosive home run-hitting receiver with game-breaking speed. Tremendous vertical receiver who fires into routes and immediately gets to top speed. Stays low exiting breaks and separates from defenders. Flexible and agile. Tracks the long pass in the air, lays out or adjusts and comes away with the difficult grab. Displays quick hands and snatches the ball away from his frame. Gets vertical, high points the throw and competes to make the catch. Works hard even if he's not involved in the action.
Loses his focus, which leads to drops. Lacks strong hands and has too many receptions slipping through his hands. Small, struggles in press coverage and will lose out in battles.
Worthy was a big-play receiver for Texas who consistently came away with the deep reception then went on to set a combine record by timing 4.21 seconds in the 40. He has size limitations, yet he could be a superior slot receiver on Sundays who also lines up off the line of scrimmage and is asked to run go routes.
Missouri
EDGE
Ht: 6 - 5
Wt: 295
Athletically gifted defensive lineman with scheme versatility. Agile, breaks down well and plays with terrific leverage. Shows a lot of quickness, immediately alters his angle of attack and keeps his hands active. Incredibly athletic, pursues the action and covers a lot of area on the field. Does a great job reading as well as diagnosing plays and remains disciplined. Strong and can come out of a three-point stance or stand over tackle. Displays an explosive first step, busts through blocks and redirects to the action. Makes plays against the run and sacking the quarterback. Can bend off the edge and flatten and is rarely off his feet. Possesses an imposing build and comes with great growth potential.
Has a long build and is an easy target to block. Doesn't display a great closing burst. Didn’t have great pass-rushing numbers until last season.
Robinson is an imposing-looking athlete who showed consistent improvement in his game, yet he still comes with a tremendous amount of upside potential. He was an impact player last year at Missouri who showed a lot of flashes during Senior Bowl practice and will only get better in time. He offers possibilities in a three-man front and has the movement skills and agility to be a three-down defender. Robinson will get consideration in the late part of the first round, and while there may be bumps in the road, he could develop into a tremendous player a year or two down the road.
Duke
OG
Ht: 6 - 6
Wt: 315
Athletic college left tackle who projects to guard on Sundays. Fires off the snap into blocks, plays with terrific pad level and gets leverage on opponents. Patient in pass protection, stays square and displays outstanding vision. Seals defenders from the action with terrific body positioning, correctly places his hands into opponents and rides them from their angles of attack. Keeps his feet moving, displays good footwork off the edge and makes terrific use of angles. Quick to the second level and displays the ability to adjust to linebackers and hit a moving target. Keeps his head on a swivel and shows outstanding awareness. Gives a lot of effort and plays with a nasty attitude.
Struggles finishing blocks. Missed time with injury last season.
Barton was a productive offensive lineman for Duke who showed consistent progress in his game. He needs to improve his playing strength, but he projects as a zone-blocking guard who could be starting as a rookie.
Ht: 6 - 3
Wt: 235
Nice-sized, playmaking tight end who plays much faster than his 40 time. Consistent hands catcher who is fluid moving about the field and competes to come away with the difficult catch. Easily adjusts to the throw at full speed, extends his hands and snatches the ball away from his frame. Displays eye/hand coordination, makes the difficult catch in a crowd and shows a lot of natural receiving skills. Runs solid routes for tight end. Bends his knees as a blocker, plays with leverage and fires off the snap. Squares into opponents and does enough to disrupt their angles of attack.
Possesses average strength at the point of attack. Lacks true deep speed and was never a great red-zone target.
After taking over starting duties as a sophomore, Sanders has shown a lot of skill and plays the tight end position like a receiver. He possesses the size, growth potential and athleticism to develop into a No. 1 tight end on Sundays.
Iowa
CB
Ht: 6 - 2
Wt: 195
Super-athletic defensive back who is quick flipping his hips in transition, easily runs downfield with opponents and plays with balance as well as body control. Sinks his hips, stays with receivers out of routes and physically beats down opponents to break up passes. Mixes it up with opponents throughout the route and is always willing to get involved in the action. Strong open-field tackler who is instinctive and plays heads-up football.
Stiff pedaling in reverse and very quick out of his backpedal. Doesn't show an explosive burst to the ball out of his plant. Does too much side shuffling downfield. Gives a large cushion that results in a lot of receptions for the opposition. Has an unpolished game.
DeJean draws a wide variety of opinions in the scouting circle despite being everyone's favorite cornerback on the outside. He's a tremendous athlete at the cornerback position with return skills. DeJean must polish his fundamentals and may ultimately move inside to safety, yet athleticism alone makes him worth taking on Day 2.
Georgia
WR
Ht: 5 - 11
Wt: 185
Reliable wideout who runs great routes and catches everything thrown in his direction. Quickly releases off the line of scrimmage, is smooth as well as fluid and plays with outstanding body control. Knows where he is on the field, uses the sidelines well and shows great football awareness. Has a knack for getting open, consistently finds the open spot on the field and comes back into the clearing to make himself an available target. Uses his frame to shield away defenders and protect the pass, extends his hands and makes the reception away from his body. Quickly gets in and out of routes, separates from defenders and possesses eye/hand coordination. Adjusts to the errant throw, keeps the play in bounds and makes defenders miss in the open field. Works hard even if he's not involved in the action.
Despite his 40 time at the Combine, plays to one speed, lacks a deep burst and does not possess a second gear. Struggled with injuries the past two seasons. Not a big-bodied receiver and possesses small hands.
McConkey is a great football player who shows tremendous mental acumen for his position. He'll never be a true deep threat nor a big-bodied possession receiver, rather he’s an outstanding intermediate range target who is also effective picking up yardage after the catch. If McConkey learns to play to the 40 time he ran at the Combine, that will be added benefit.
North Carolina
WR
Ht: 6 - 3
Wt: 192
First-year starter for the Tar Heels who came to North Carolina by way of Kent State. Athletic receiver who flashes big-play ability. Uses his hands to separate from defenders, turns on his burst with a quick step and makes the catch in stride. Runs outstanding routes, separates from defenders and adjusts to grab the errant throw. Quickly gets into routes, stays low on exit and uses his frame to protect the ball. Exposes himself to the big hit to come away with the catch, tracks the pass in the air and flashes soft hands. Sneaky vertical receiver.
Does not consistently come away with the difficult grab. Dropped a lot of catchable throws during Senior Bowl practices. Does not have a lot of recent on-field action due to a combination of transferring and malfeasance on behalf of the NCAA.
Walker was a terrific story last season, and after initially being denied the opportunity to play by the NCAA, he finally took to the field in October and was productive for the Tar Heels. He possesses the size, athleticism and the ability to produce on Sundays, yet Walker must improve the consistency of his hands to have any chance of a long career in the NFL.
Washington
OT
Ht: 6 - 6
Wt: 280
Large, athletic offensive tackle who is just hitting his stride. Bends his knees, blocks with leverage and jolts defenders with explosive hand punch. Strong, stays with blocks and always looks for someone to hit. Stays square, easily seals defenders from the action and turns them from the line to open up running lanes. Quickly sets up in pass protection, keeps his feet moving and makes great use of angles. Possesses terrific blocking vision, works well with linemates and keeps his head on a swivel. Quick to the second level and shows ability blocking in motion.
Bends at the waist and struggles with quick or nimble pass rushers. Lacks fluid footwork off the edge as well as lateral blocking range. Struggled in the national championship game against Michigan.
Rosengarten displayed consistent progress in his game the past two seasons when he started for Washington. He's a large, strong and athletic right-tackle prospect with a lot of upside. Rosengarten has starting ability on Sundays, yet he must polish the details of his game and fine-tune his mechanics.
Missouri
CB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Talented defensive back who watched his game take off last season. Aggressive, mixes it up with receivers and battles opponents to defend passes. Quick flipping his hips in transition, loses nothing turning to run with opponents off the line of scrimmage and is rarely challenged by quarterbacks. Remains disciplined with assignments in zone, quickly recognizes the action and stays with assignments. Tracks the pass in the air, possesses solid ball skills and shows ability over the slot receiver. Fires upfield to defend the run and gives effort.
Has a long injury history and played in just five games during the 2021 and 2022 seasons. Lacks great height and has a thin build.
After a terrific freshman season at Missouri, Rakestraw struggled with multiple injuries before getting back to playing form this season and watching his game take off. He possesses the ball skills to line up as a nickel back, but Rakestraw must first pass combine medicals and continue to improve on the brilliance he showed in 2023.
UConn
OG
Ht: 6 - 2
Wt: 313
Durable four-year starter at offensive guard for Connecticut. Strong, powerful and gets tremendous movement run blocking. Explosive, quickly sets up off the snap and works his hands throughout the action. Anchors in pass protection, knocks defenders back off the line and plays with proper lean. Squares into defenders and easily turns them from the line. Gets to the second level and knocks linebackers from plays. Possesses excellent vision as well as awareness. Blocks with a nasty attitude yet plays within the system.
Does not consistently block with leverage or proper pad level. Gets tall as the play proceeds. Shows stiffness in his game. Not a true zone blocker.
Haynes is a tough, powerful small-area blocker who is perfectly built for a power gap offense. He has limitations, but in the proper system, Haynes could develop into a Sunday starter.
Washington
EDGE
Ht: 6 - 4
Wt: 269
Explosive, hard-charging pass rusher who makes a lot of plays behind the line of scrimmage. Relentless, rarely off his feet and plays through the whistle. Breaks down well, effectively uses his hands and displays good change-of-direction ability. Quick pursuing plays laterally, gives effort defending the run and discards blockers on his way to the action. Fluid when asked to twist or stunt and explosive. Plays with a lot of suddenness and flashes on the scene seemingly out of nowhere. Quick off the edge and gets out into space to make the tackle.
Possesses average instincts and at times tackles the wrong person. Out-positioned by larger blockers. Lacks long speed and plays to his 40 time.
Trice was a disruptive force at Washington the past two seasons, totaling 16 sacks and 23.5 TFLs. His computer numbers are a bit of a concern, yet Trice has displayed himself as a dependable pass rusher who makes a lot of plays at the line or in the opponent’s backfield. Likely a second-round pick, he's a pass-rush specialist who must add bulk and strength to his frame, but he comes with an upside.
Georgia
CB
Ht: 6 - 0
Wt: 185
Physical cornerback who flashes dominance. Jams receivers at the line of scrimmage to slow their release, quickly flips his hips in transition and battles opponents throughout the route. Works to track the pass in the air and effectively times his pass defenses. Gets vertical and competes to knock the ball away or make the interception. Displays an explosive burst out of his plant, quickly closes to the action and has enough speed to recover. Fires upfield defending the run, breaks through blocks to make plays behind the line of scrimmage and wraps up tackling.
Must improve his backpedal. Slow moving in reverse. Hesitates reacting to receivers’ moves off the line, which puts him a half-step behind opponents. Struggles following receivers out of breaks and loses leverage.
Lassiter was a solid two-year starter at Georgia who showed improvement in his game the past two seasons. He needs to brush off the details of his position, but he comes with an upside and offers the versatility to be used back off the line of scrimmage or in bump-and-run coverage.
Alabama
EDGE
Ht: 6 - 3
Wt: 240
Athletic defensive front-seven player who displays a lot of ability in the box and up the field. Breaks down well and plays with balance as well as body control. Strong, agile and rarely off his feet. Easily changes direction and immediately alters his angle of attack. Fast up the field, can bend off the edge and flattens to make plays in pursuit. Occasionally comes out of a three-point stance, plays with terrific pad level and effectively uses his hands to protect himself. Shows strength in his lower body and keeps his feet moving.
Really better upfield. Indecisive in coverage. Easily disrupted by the initial block.
Braswell was branded as a terrific athlete who needed to become a football player coming into this season, and he watched his game as well as production take off. He's a prototypical 3-4 outside linebacker who can also come out of a three-point stance and has the athleticism to play in space.
Texas
DT
Ht: 6 - 4
Wt: 346
Massive interior defensive tackle who displays outstanding quickness while flashing playmaking ability. Plays with great pad level and consistently gets leverage on opponents. Explosive and impossible to move off the point. Keeps his feet moving, shows tremendous power in his lower body and bull rushes opponents off the line. Fights with his hands throughout the action and knocks blockers back off the line. Quick in his overall game and agile for a big man. Stays with assignments and does more than just pin his ears back and mindlessly rush up field. Slides down the line and gives effort defending the run.
Lacks great first-step quickness. Was 366 pounds at the Combine and is too large.
Sweat was a terrific defensive tackle for Texas and is a big lineman who played with a nonstop motor. He possesses a lot of skill and the potential to start on Sundays, yet Sweat must lose weight or he'll quickly flame out of games.
Michigan
LB
Ht: 6 - 2
Wt: 228
Athletic linebacker who is developing a complete game. Remains disciplined with assignments and is very active and constantly around the action. Vicious on the blitz, forces his way upfield and can be a disruptive force. Stays with coverage assignments, gets depth on pass drops and quickly changes direction to make the tackle in space. Fast out to the flanks in pursuit, displays footwork moving in reverse and does not get caught out of position. Holds his ground against blocks from bigger offensive linemen then gets to the ball carrier and makes the tackle.
Saw a slight dip in production last season. Sack totals and numbers in pass defense have been pedestrian the past two seasons. Was a bit streaky at times last season and would disappear for stretches.
Colson started 2023 slowly after a monster sophomore season, but he picked it up during the second half the campaign and was one of Michigan's better defenders by season’s end. He possesses solid size and next-level speed and comes with a great amount of upside. I also like his scheme and position versatility, as Colson has the ability to play at a number of linebacker spots in a variety of defensive systems.
Texas A&M
DT
Ht: 6 - 2
Wt: 325
Wide-bodied interior lineman who moves incredibly well around the field. Fires off the snap with a terrific first step, plays with outstanding pad level and gets leverage on opponents. Explosive, flashes power in his lower body and keeps his feet moving. Slides off opponents to make plays against the run, effectively works his hands and stays with the action. Agile, splits double-team blocks to penetrate the line of scrimmage and goes very hard.
Consistently controlled at the line of scrimmage by a single blocker. Does not display the overwhelming strength one expects from a 325-pound defensive lineman. Just an average pass rusher.
Jackson was a terrific two-year starter at Texas A&M who performed well during Senior Bowl practices. He has the body of a nose tackle yet the style of a three-technique tackle, and he comes with scheme versatility for the next level as well as starting potential.
Florida State
WR
Ht: 6 - 4
Wt: 216
Tall, strong-bodied receiver whose game took off this season. Fluid, agile and tracks the pass in the air. Making the reception in stride on crossing patterns. Quick for a bigger receiver, adjusts to the errant throw and uses his large frame to shield away defenders and protect the pass. Uses his hands to separate from opponents. Sturdy, takes a big hit and holds onto the ball. Comes back to the quarterback and consistently finds ways to come free and make himself an available target. Has a sturdy build. High points the ball over defenders and makes some incredibly athletic receptions. Quickly turns upfield after the catch and gives effort. Very effective blocking downfield.
Does not consistently come away with the difficult grab and drops a lot of contested passes. Lacks top-end speed and isn’t a vertical threat.
Coleman is a physically imposing receiver who plays big football and can be a game controller at the position. The question for teams will be if Coleman is just a contested-catch wideout or someone who can separate through routes. He'll be a great target on third down and in the red zone, yet his style of play will not be a good fit for every team.
Kansas State
OG
Ht: 6 - 4
Wt: 322
Strong, power gap guard who consistently annihilates opponents at the point of attack. Fires off the snap, explosive and opens large holes for the running game. Sinks his butt at the line of scrimmage, starts with excellent knee bend and stays square. Keeps his head on a swivel, always looks for someone to hit and jars defenders at the point with explosive hand punch. Quick to the second level, gets his hands into defenders and takes them from the action. Displays a powerful lower body and has an NFL build. Easily controls opponents in one-on-one blocking assignments.
Stiff in pass protection. Gets a bit back on his heels trying to slide in space. Arms measured just 31.5 inches at the combine.
Beebe was a dominant offensive lineman at Kansas State and is quite possibly the best run blocker in this year's draft. While his short arms are a red flag, the power he shows on the field is complemented by underrated athleticism, and Beebe offers possibilities in a variety of schemes.
Oregon
QB
Ht: 6 - 3
Wt: 214
Intelligent quarterback who makes great decisions with the football and effectively commands the offense. Patient in the pocket, buys time for receivers and does an outstanding job looking away from covered targets. Senses the rush, remains poised under pressure and does not make bad decisions. Will take the sack or take off upfield rather than force the errant throw. Spreads the ball around using all his targets, takes the underneath outlet if nothing else is available and displays outstanding vision as well as awareness. Stands in against the rush, quickly identifies the open wideout and possesses a quick release. Puts air under deep throws to allow targets to run to the ball and is accurate with just about all his passes. Sells ball fakes, picks up yardage on designed quarterback runs and easily gets outside the pocket to make the throw on the move.
Doesn’t drive passes downfield. Has trouble putting speed on throws when necessary. Did a lot of overthrowing at the combine, trying to display arm strength he doesn't have.
After two subpar seasons at Auburn, Nix transferred to Oregon and was incredibly productive as a starting quarterback, showing great progress on the field. He's an intellectual game manager with an accurate arm, yet he’s not a signal caller who would thrive in a vertical offense.
Iowa State
CB
Ht: 6 - 1
Wt: 198
Underrated cornerback with excellent size and ball skills. Instinctive, quickly recognizes plays and remains disciplined with assignments. Quick flipping his hips in transition, loses nothing turning to run downfield with opponents and does a great job tracking the pass in the air. Has an explosive burst to the ball and contorts or adjusts to knock away passes or make the interception. Does a sensational job covering opponents on crossing patterns, is smooth in all his movements and consistently positions himself to break up throws. Displays ability in a variety of coverage schemes. Fights to get off blocks and make plays upfield against the run or screen passes.
Must clean up his backpedal. Tends to squat or even lean back in his pedal, which hurts his ability to swiftly move in reverse. Possesses a thin build and gets tied up with opponents in blocks.
Tampa was a terrific starter for Iowa State the past two seasons who showed continual progress in his game. He needs to clean up some of his fundamentals, but he has the underlying ability to be a starter in the NFL and would be good value anywhere in the second round.
Penn State
EDGE
Ht: 6 - 4
Wt: 244
Slightly undersized defensive end who was a tremendous pass rusher in college. Athletic, fast moving in every direction and tough to knock off his feet. Explosive, strong for his size and works his hands throughout the action. Displays pass-rushing ability out of a three-point stance as well as standing over tackle, explodes off the edge and keeps his feet moving. Intense, plays with leverage and chases the action hard. Displays a closing burst and the ability to quickly change direction and pursue ball handlers from the back side. Mobile and athletic enough to drop off the line of scrimmage in coverage and displays solid movement skills. Covers a good amount of area playing in space.
Lacks natural bulk and gets turned from the line by tight ends or controlled by a single blocker. Not overly experienced making plays in space.
Isaac is an athletic pass rusher who displays ability in a variety of roles and offers potential standing over tackle in a 3-4 or at defensive end in a one-gap scheme. He possesses nice length and growth potential and will only improve as he physically matures and adds bulk to his frame.
Florida State
WR
Ht: 6 - 6
Wt: 237
Massive college receiver whose best position at the next level is likely tight end. Fluid releasing off the line of scrimmage and works his hands to separate from defenders. Gets vertical over opponents and effectively times receptions. Tracks the pass in the air, contorts to the errant throw and comes away with the contested grab even if it means sacrificing his body. Uses the sidelines well and comes back to the quarterback. Extends his hands and snatches the fastball out of the air. Has a tremendous catch radius and arms that measure 35 inches. Nicely makes the reception on crossing patterns and consistently uses his frame as an advantage. Tough to bring down after the catch and breaks tackles to pick up yardage.
Displays little in the way of quickness or speed. While he overmatches cornerbacks, he will struggle with a quick defensive backs who are able to get a jump on the ball.
Wilson was a game-controlling receiver at Florida State who flashed big-play ability and, more than anything else, was a natural pass catcher. His frame, growth potential and playing style leads me to believe he ultimately translates to tight end at the next level, though that transition may take some time. In the meantime, Wilson projects as a Day 2 prospect who will help a team at a multitude of pass-catching positions next season.
Duke
DT
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Athletic interior defensive tackle whose draft stock has been rising the past eight months. Smooth, fluid and easily moves around the field. Plays with outstanding pad level, fires off the snap with a terrific first step and flashes power in his game. Tough, does not give up on plays and stays with the action. Penetrates through the gaps of the offensive line and immediately alters his angle of attack. Flows well laterally and gets down the line of scrimmage in pursuit of the action. Displays a variety of hand techniques to protect himself or get off blocks. Fluid if asked to twist or stunt.
Gets knocked around in the middle of the field or out-positioned by a single opponent. Watched his pass-rushing production slide off last season.
Carter is an athletic defensive tackle who was a solid player at Duke the past three seasons and looked outstanding during Senior Bowl practices in January. He would be best in a one-gap system on the inside of a four-man line, yet he comes with a good amount of scheme versatility.
Clemson
DT
Ht: 6 - 4
Wt: 295
Tall, powerful defensive tackle with terrific upside potential. Fires off the snap with an explosive first step, attracts a lot of double-team blocks and keeps his feet moving and works his hands throughout the action. Plays with proper pad level, gets leverage on opponents and shows power in his game. Bull rushes blockers off the line and knocks them from the action with terrific hand punch. Gets a lot of momentum going up the field. Flashes athleticism as well as a closing burst. Quickly locates the action and works to make plays as a pass rusher or run defender.
Must develop more moves to defeat blocks. Lacks bulk and gets out- positioned from plays. Did not turn in great production for Clemson.
Orhorhoro is a long, athletic defensive line prospect with the ability to get bigger and stronger as time goes on. Though Orhorhoro presently projects at defensive tackle, he has possibilities to develop into a two-gap defensive end. Orhorhoro comes with great upside, and he could develop into a starter on Sundays.
Illinois
OG
Ht: 6 - 4
Wt: 318
Large and powerful small-area blocker who started every game at Illinois the past two seasons. Blocks with leverage, fires off the snap and stays square. Strong, turns defenders from the play and anchors in pass protection. Explosive at the point, knocks defenders back from the action and flashes ability pulling across the line of scrimmage. Keeps his head on a swivel, effectively picks up stunts and blitzes and works well with teammates. Displays great blocking vision, keeps his feet moving and attacks assignments.
Stiff, lacks agility and struggles to finish blocks. Must be more consistent with his hands. Lacks quick and fluid footwork in space.
Adams entered the season with early-round grades from scouts and played well despite being moved around the Illinois line of scrimmage. He's a power gap lineman with the necessary talent to start on Sundays.
Oregon
CB
Ht: 6 - 3
Wt: 195
Large, physical cornerback coming off a terrific season. Plays faster than his 40 time, runs downfield with opponents and battles receivers throughout the route. Tracks the pass in the air, gets his head around to track the ball and does an outstanding job positioning himself to defend throws. Physical, beats down opponents to defend passes and stays with assignments. Furious on the blitz, disruptive and forces his way upfield to defend the run.
Late out of his transition, which often causes him to play catch-up downfield. Not quick following receivers out of breaks. Needs to brush off his fundamentals and footwork.
Jackson is a developing corner with outstanding size as well as upside potential. He had a terrific season in 2023 then turned in three productive days of practice at the Senior Bowl, and if he continues to develop at this rate, Jackson will be starting as a rookie and eventually turn into a No. 1 cornerback on Sundays.
Michigan
DT
Ht: 6 - 3
Wt: 285
Explosive one-gap defensive tackle who fires off the snap with an explosive first step, plays with terrific pad level and consistently gets leverage on opponents. Rarely off his feet, quickly gets his hands up and plays with balance. Displays good change-of-direction ability and moves well in lateral pursuit out to the flanks. Works his hands throughout the play. Relentless and goes hard. Agile, athletic and possesses a closing burst to the action. Stays with responsibilities and occupies blockers, allowing teammates to make plays on the football.
Lacks bulk and gets controlled at the point by a single opponent. Struggled with an ankle injury last year and watched his production fall off. Never had great production at Michigan.
Jenkins is an explosive one gap/three-technique tackle with a large upside, but he has limitations. He must get bigger and improve his playing strength, though Jenkins could develop into a starter on the inside of a four-man line.
Maryland
S
Ht: 6 - 0
Wt: 200
Underrated safety prospect with a complete game. Remains disciplined with assignments, displays excellent awareness and effectively reads the quarterback’s eyes then makes his move to the throw. Takes proper angles to the action, sells out to make the play and has an explosive burst to the ball handler. Patient, displays decent range to the sidelines and solid lateral speed. Nicely times pass defenses, gets a good jump to the ball and shows terrific hands for the interception. Sells out on the blitz and fires upfield to make plays against the run.
Must be more secure tackler. Lacks elite defensive back speed.
Brade was a productive two-year starter at Maryland and showed a lot of improvement. He comes with scheme versatility and could be used as a zone safety or a traditional centerfielder. Brade possesses a lot of upside, and he could be a steal during the draft’s second day.
Michigan
WR
Ht: 5 - 10
Wt: 188
Productive receiver who displays big-play ability. Quick off the line into pass routes, stays low out of breaks and extends his hands to make the reception away from his frame. Displays soft, strong hands, plucks the ball out of the air and plays with balance as well as body control. Works to pick up as much yardage as possible after the catch and immediately gets to top speed. Runs well laterally and effectively make the reception on crossing patterns. Tracks the pass in the air, gets vertical and competes to come away with the difficult catch. Adjusts to the errant throw and takes a pounding yet holds onto the ball.
Not a big-bodied receiver and struggles in battles. Lacks true deep speed and a second gear. Needs space to work.
Wilson showed a lot of improvement in his game the past three seasons and watched his game take off last year. He was a dynamite red-zone threat who caught 12 touchdown passes, and Wilson has also displayed return skills in the past. He's a polished wideout who can be an effective slot receiver and return specialist on Sundays.
Michigan
OG
Ht: 6 - 5
Wt: 314
Large, powerful offensive guard who is effective blocking in motion. Sets with a wide base, sinks his butt at the line of scrimmage and starts with outstanding leverage. Gets his hands into defenders, stays square and easily controls opponents in one-on-one blocking assignments. Keeps his head on a swivel and is always looking for someone to hit. Powerful, large enough to engulf or smother opponents and annihilates defenders at the line of scrimmage. Patient, stays with assignments and does enough to get a pad on defenders and knock them from their angles of attack. Quick to the second level, has better-than-average skills blocking in motion and is more than just a power gap guard.
Struggles adjusting on the second level. Broke his leg late in the season during the contest against Ohio State.
Zinter was highly rated coming into this season and lived up to expectations before suffering his season-ending injury. He's a tall lineman with growth potential who possesses both power and excellent movement skills. Zinter offers starting potential in a variety of blocking systems once he gets back to health and playing form.
Georgia
CB
Ht: 5 - 11
Wt: 180
Two-year starter who showed consistent improvement in his game. Quickly anticipates the action, picks up coverage assignments in the middle of the field and effectively covers receivers on crossing patterns. Tracks the pass in the air and displays a nice move to the throw as well as a closing burst. Possesses solid ball skills at safety and good hands for the interception and consistently finds a way to get a hand in and knock away passes. Aggressive defending the run and defeats blocks to make his way up the field. Strong open-field tackler.
Possesses more cornerback than safety size. Rarely used over the slot receiver. Does not always take proper angles.
Bullard made an impact for the Georgia defense as a sophomore then took his game to another level last season. He lacks ideal safety size, yet Bullard is a terrific defensive back with scheme versatility.
Florida State
RB
Ht: 6 - 1
Wt: 215
Oregon transfer who was very productive the past two seasons for Florida State. Patiently waits for blocks to develop, displays a burst through the hole and possesses the speed as well as the agility to turn the corner. Quick-footed, deceptively fast and runs with outstanding lean behind his pads. Beats defenders into the open field then can run to daylight. Quickly cuts back against the grain without losing momentum, avoids piles and defenders and consistently turns it upfield. Follows blocks everywhere on the field and strings several move together over the course of a single run. Shows outstanding awareness, stays with plays and gets out in front to block when necessary. Displays himself as an outstanding receiver out of the backfield. Tracks the pass in the air, adjusts to the errant throw and makes the reception with his hands.
Doesn't show great strength in his running, does not pick up much yardage off initial contact and doesn’t move the pile. Plays faster than he times, yet he’s not a sprinter. Pedestrian pass-catching numbers.
Benson was a terrific ball carrier at Florida State who punched through the end zone 23 times on the ground the past two seasons while accumulating 1,895 yards. He's an underrated prospect with a versatile game and the ability to start on Sundays.
Kansas State
TE
Ht: 6 - 4
Wt: 245
Athletic tight end prospect with a large upside. Bends his knees, plays with leverage and does the little things well. Keeps his head on a swivel, looks for someone to hit and stays with blocking assignments. Squares into defenders and works blocks. Effective blocking on the second or even third level. Quickly gets into pass routes, displays terrific eye/hand coordination and makes the tough catch in a crowd. Adjusts to the errant throw on crossing patterns, tracks the pass in the air and extends his hands to snatch the ball away from his frame. Plays to his 40 time if not faster and shows the ability to beat opponents downfield.
Rarely used as an in-line blocker, possesses average strength and does not finish off opponents. Must improve his hand use as a blocker.
Sinnott is a nice-sized tight end who has shown consistent improvement in his game the past two seasons and has done well in the lead-up to the draft. He offers decent size as well as growth potential and will be a Day 2 pick who could eventually develop into a starter on Sundays.
Miami (FL)
OG
Ht: 6 - 4
Wt: 305
Alabama transfer who had a major impact on the Hurricanes offensive line last season. Big, strong power gap blocker who is best in a small area. Keeps his knees bent, consistently blocks with leverage and gets after assignments. Sets with an exceptionally wide base, stays square and anchors in pass protection or annihilates opponents as a run blocker. Quickly gets his hands into defenders and turns them from the line or engulfs them all together. Keeps his head on a swivel, works well with linemates and always looks for someone to hit. Turned in three terrific days of Senior Bowl practices.
Not quick off the snap into blocks. Off balance when asked to kick out or block in motion. Heavy-footed and rumbles around the field.
Cohen is a wide-bodied lineman who plays big football and dominates opponents once he gets his hands on them. He solely a power gap lineman whose fundamentals and attitude will be attractive on draft weekend.
North Carolina
LB
Ht: 6 - 2
Wt: 235
Slightly undersized, versatile off-ball linebacker with a complete game. Instinctive, immediately anticipates the action and locates the ball handler. Fluid moving laterally, gets out into space to make the tackle and stays with coverage assignments. Efficient, breaks down well and uses his hands to protect himself. Displays good change-of-direction ability and takes proper angles to plays. Fires to the action, displays a closing burst and gives great effort defending the run.
Does not show great pursuit speed or a closing burst despite his 40 time. Struggles getting off blocks and gets caught up in the trash. Gets beat up due to his intensity and lack of size.
Gray was a sensational linebacker who registered 100 or more tackles each of the past three seasons while defending 18 passes during that time. Constantly around the ball making plays, he's a traditional 4-3 weakside linebacker with scheme versatility.
NC State
LB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Dynamic linebacker with a complete game. Instinctive, aggressive and flies around the action to make plays. Fluid moving in every direction, quickly locates the ball handler and fires upfield to defend the run. Breaks down well, uses his hands to protect himself and willingly takes on blockers. Slides off opponents to get to the action, plays intense football and is patient. Flows well laterally, shows the ability to get outside the box and makes a lot of plays in space. Possesses a terrific sense for what's happening on the field, sells out on the blitz and makes a lot of plays behind the line of scrimmage. Totaled 30 tackles for loss and 10.5 sacks the past two seasons.
Gets too amped up at times and overpursues plays. Possesses a lanky build and gets out-positioned by tight ends. Sat on the sidelines as a freshman after suffering two knee injuries, including one that occurred in high school. Played in just two games during the 2021 season after suffering a shoulder injury.
Wilson brings a terrific combination of intensity and athleticism as well as instincts to his game, and he’s a three-down linebacker with scheme versatility. And while he projects as a Day 2 prospect on film, his medical history will surely raise red flags. Depending on the results, Wilson can be selected as early as the third round or as late as the final frame.
Houston
OT
Ht: 6 - 7
Wt: 315
Tall, somewhat-athletic tackle prospect with long arms and a large upside. Patient, stays square and keeps his feet moving. Quickly sets up off the snap, jolts defenders with terrific hand punch and moves well for a bigger lineman. Quick to the second level, always looks for someone to hit and displays excellent awareness. Explosive at the point, has above-average skill blocking in motion and shows the ability to adjust. Effective in pass protection and displays solid footwork for a bigger offensive tackle.
Lined up at left tackle for Houston yet projects to the right side on Sundays. Must get stronger, improve his run-blocking strength and learn to finish blocks. Must be more cognizant about his hand placement. Lacks classic footwork off the edge.
Paul was a reliable three-year starter at left tackle for Houston who did a solid job on the college level. He has the dimensions of a right tackle in the NFL, but he must improve his playing strength as well as blocking balance before he’ll move in with the first team on Sundays.
Missouri
CB
Ht: 5 - 11
Wt: 179
Talented cornerback with outstanding awareness. Shows good route recognition in zone coverage and effectively communicates with teammates in the secondary. Tracks the pass in the air, does an outstanding job covering receivers over the middle of the field and displays a nice move to the throw. Keeps the action in front of him, battles throughout the play and has a burst to the ball out of his plant. Works to get his head back around to find the pass and does a nice job making plays with his back to the ball.
Loses positioning due to his lack of size and slight build, which results in receptions for the opposition. Knocks down ball handlers rather than wrapping them up.
Abrams-Draine is a talented cornerback with next-level ball skills who intercepted four passes last season and broke up 40 the prior three years. His lack of size is an issue, though Abrams-Draine offers scheme versatility and the ability to be used in a zone system, backed off the line of scrimmage or even in man situations. He has enough ability and athleticism to line up in dime packages on Sundays and comes with special-teams potential.
Michigan
RB
Ht: 5 - 8
Wt: 210
Tremendous all-around running back who was exceptional carrying the ball while showing ability as a pass catcher. Patient, displays great vision and has an outstanding burst. Shows a feel for what's happening on the field, sets up defenders and makes them miss. Runs with excellent lean, fluidly cuts back against the grain and effectively uses blocks all over the field. Waits for blocks to develop, finds the running lanes and falls forward when tackled to pick up extra yardage. Gets a lot of momentum going, makes multiple defenders miss during a single run and creates yardage. Solid pass catcher out of the backfield who sells routes and adjusts to the errant throw.
Lacks great height and gets lost in the shuffle. Does not possess true perimeter speed and struggles to beat defenders around the corner. Doesn’t move the pile. Pedestrian pass-catching numbers despite his ability to catch the ball out of the backfield. Totaled 675 carries at Michigan the past four seasons.
Corum has been a tremendous player for the Wolverines the past three seasons and was the feature runner his team consistently relied on. He lacks top dimensions for the next level, yet Corum is a well-rounded ball carrier who would be exceptional in a situational or backup role on Sundays.
Texas
RB
Ht: 6 - 0
Wt: 207
Nice-sized ball carrier with next-level skills. Possesses outstanding vision and effectively uses blocks. Sets up defenders in the open field and makes them miss. Quick-footed, uses blocks everywhere on the field and keeps the play in bounds trying to pick up as much yardage as possible. Fluid cutting back against the grain, will pick and choose his spots on the inside and runs with outstanding lean as well as balance. Gets a lot of momentum going, easily kicks it to the outside and displays the speed as well as the agility necessary to turn the corner. Possesses a burst through the hole, keeps his feet moving and falls forward when tackled. Picks up blocking assignments and works to chip defenders. Solid pass catcher who extends his hands and snatches the ball out of the air.
Occasionally gets upright in his running style. Doesn't pick up a lot of yardage off initial contact. Tore his ACL in November. Was not much of a factor in the Texas offense until last season.
Despite just one-year of big-time production and starting experience, Brooks has displayed himself as a skilled ball carrier on the inside or around the corner as well as a solid pass catcher. He possesses outstanding upside potential and will be very effective once he returns to full health and further develops his game.
Clemson
DT
Ht: 6 - 1
Wt: 308
Durable lineman who started 52 games since 2019, the most of any defender in Clemson history. Explosive one-gap lineman who consistently disrupts opponents’ game plans. Fires off the snap with an explosive first step, plays with great pad level and keeps his feet moving. Easily changes direction, moves well laterally and gets outside the box pursuing plays. Attracts a lot of attention in the middle of the line and finds ways to split double-team blocks and penetrate the line of scrimmage. Consistently gets leverage on opponents, immediately locates the action and effectively uses his hands. Tough to move off the point and plays through the whistle.
Possesses short arms that measure under 31 inches. Lacks bulk and gets knocked around in the middle of the line. Consistently controlled by a single blocker.
Davis was a terrific lineman throughout his Clemson career, and despite a disappointing second senior season, he consistently found ways to contribute. He's a one-gap/three-technique tackle who will be an asset on the inside of a four-man line.
Wake Forest
CB
Ht: 6 - 0
Wt: 195
Athletic cornerback with next-level size and ball skills. Quick flipping his hips in transition, stays with coverage assignments and moves well around the field. Battles opponents and mixes it up throughout the route. Smooth moving in reverse and displays a burst to the ball out of his plant. Does an excellent job recognizing routes in zone coverage. Instinctive and communicates well with teammates in the secondary. Gives effort defending the run, wraps up ball handlers and brings them down in the open field.
Inefficient and overpursues plays. Does a lot of face guarding. Slow getting his head back around to track the pass in the air.
Carson was highly rated coming into this season and turned in a solid senior campaign. He had his moments during Senior Bowl practices, and while Carson needs to fine tune his mechanics, he offers potential in a variety of schemes at the next level.
Pittsburgh
OT
Ht: 6 - 5
Wt: 317
Talented, athletic tackle prospect with good size. Mobile and effective on the line of scrimmage or blocking in motion. Patient in pass protection, quickly gets his hands into defenders and rides opponents from their angles of attack. Blocks with proper lean, can adjust to pass rushers and displays outstanding vision. Nasty, fires off the snap into blocks and keeps his feet moving. Makes great use of angles, displays solid lateral range off the edge and stays square. Fires to the second level and shows a lot of ability blocking in motion. Quickly engages linebackers and takes them from the action.
Lacks smooth and fluid footwork. Occasionally late getting his hands up. Could do a better job sinking his butt at the line of scrimmage. Played three games last season before being sidelined with a toe injury that eventually required surgery. Arm length came in under 34 inches at Shrine Bowl practices.
Goncalves is a talented offensive tackle prospect who played on the left side in college but also offers possibilities at right tackle. He needs to get his weight down and return to prior playing form, yet Goncalves is a solid Day 2 prospect with a high upside.
Western Michigan
EDGE
Ht: 6-3
Wt: 275
Disruptive pass rusher who shows a lot of athleticism. Fires off the snap with an explosive first step and displays good change-of-direction ability. Quick moving laterally in pursuit of plays down the line of scrimmage. Competitive, fluid moving in every direction and covers a lot of area on the field. Bends off the edge, keeps his feet moving and continually works his hands. Explosive, strong for his size and flashes power. Gives great effort and plays hard even when his team is getting smashed.
Possesses average size. Does not show a closing burst. Struggles against bigger defensive tackles.
Kneeland is a good football player who was tough to handle standing over tackle and coming out of a three-point stance at Western Michigan. He lacks great upside, yet he could be a solid situational pass rusher and core special-teams player.
Miami (FL)
DT
Ht: 6 - 4
Wt: 305
Explosive one-gap defensive lineman who goes hard. Displays an outstanding first step off the snap and plays with leverage. Fluid if asked to twist or stunt, fires his hands into defenders and easily moves around the field. Stays with the action, possesses a quick closing burst and shoots through gaps to penetrate the line of scrimmage.
Not a big interior lineman. Gets knocked around in the middle of the field or handled by a single blocker. Turned in minimal production throughout his college career. Does not show a killer instinct.
Taylor is a quick, explosive defensive lineman who was out of position at nose tackle for Miami last year. He's a three-technique/one-gap lineman and comes with a good amount of upside.
Ht: 6 - 4
Wt: 320
College left tackle who projects to guard on Sundays. Quickly sets up off the snap, keeps his feet moving and can slide in space. Patient, keeps his head on a swivel and adjusts to defenders. Displays the ability to knock pass rushers from their angles of attack. Stays square, seals opponents from the action and makes great use of body positioning. Strong, explosive and fundamentally sound. Displays outstanding awareness picking up stunts or blitzes.
Really doesn't finish blocks. Displays average skill blocking in motion despite his testing numbers. Must do a better job sinking his butt at the line of scrimmage.
Coleman is a wide-bodied blocker with growth potential and upside. He displays a lot of skill as both a run blocker and in pass protection, and if he ever learns to play to his athletic numbers, he'll eventually start on Sundays.
Kentucky
LB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Athletic linebacker prospect coming off a career season. Breaks down well, uses his hands to protect himself and quickly locates the ball handler. Fierce and attacks opponents. Drives his shoulders through tackles and takes on larger opponents. Flows well laterally, has a burst to the action and cuts off the corners from running backs. Fires upfield and wraps up tackling. Gets depth on pass drops and shows ability in zone coverage.
Lacks height and may be physically tapped out. Was a full-time starter at Kentucky for just one season. Lack of height will result in coverage mismatches against tight ends.
Wallace is an athletic prospect who made plays all over the field then showed well during Senior Bowl practices. He possesses the potential to line up as a three-down defender who can stack against the run as well as play in coverage. Wallace is underrated moving towards the draft, and it would not surprise me if he ends up a starter in the NFL a year or two down the road.
Texas A&M
LB
Ht: 6 - 3
Wt: 230
Underrated linebacker who displays a three-down game. Athletic, moves well around the field and is effective in a variety of roles. Breaks down well, uses his hands to protect himself and shows speed pursuing plays to the sidelines. Gives effort against the run, fires upfield and is explosive at the point. Finds ball handlers and defeats blocks. Gets into space to pursue plays and makes the tackle in the open field. Terrific pass rusher who possesses a closing burst and forces the action. Remains disciplined with assignments and does not bite on ball fakes.
Lacks great size and may not have much growth potential. Had a propensity for biting on ball fakes in the past. Was used more up the field than in reverse at Texas A&M.
Cooper is a tough, athletic and intelligent linebacker who can rush the passer and defend the run and has shown ability in coverage. He possesses weakside linebacker size, yet he plays big football and offers scheme versatility.
Kiran Amegadjie
Yale
OT
Ht: 6 - 5
Wt: 321
Incredibly athletic small-school left tackle who nicely projects as a zone blocker on Sundays. Fires off the snap into blocks, quickly gets his hands into opponents and stays square. Patient in pass protection, keeps his feet moving and shows outstanding range off the edge. Makes terrific use of angles and anchors at the point of attack. Stays with assignments, blocks with a nasty attitude and works to finish off defenders and hit as many opponents as possible. Consistently bends his knees and gets leverage on opponents. Fluid pulling across the line of scrimmage and shows a lot of ability blocking in motion. Plays smart football and quickly picks up stunts or blitzes. Has super long arms that he effectively uses to ride opponents from the action.
Possesses average strength at the point of attack and gets knocked around by opponents despite his size. Rarely gets movement run blocking. Suffered a serious quad injury midway through the 2023 season and will be very limited in his ability to work out prior to the draft.
Amegadjie is an athletic small-school tackle with excellent size and outstanding upside. The quad injury suffered last season will set him back, yet he offers possibilities as a left tackle or, in a worst-case scenario, a zone-blocking guard. Amegadjie must improve his playing strength, but he offers starting potential at the next level.
South Carolina
WR
Ht: 6 - 3
Wt: 227
Well-built, athletic receiver who watched his game take off last season. Quickly gets to top speed, displays a burst and tracks the pass in the air. Gets vertical over opponents, high points the ball and makes a lot of athletic receptions. Quick-footed in and out of routes, comes back to the ball to make himself an available target and uses his frame to shield away defenders. Focused on by opponents and even double-teamed in the secondary. Caught 71 passes last season, almost four times the amount the prior year, for 1,255 yards with seven touchdowns.
Lacks an expanded route tree. Inconsistent in his overall route running. Unnecessarily lets the pass get inside him at times.
Legette went from nonentity in the scouting community to potential Day 2 selection after his tremendous senior season. He's athletic, fast and tough, yet he really needs to round out his game and improve the details of the receiver position. Legette comes with an upside, yet I would expect a lot of bumps in the road before he becomes a consistent receiver in the NFL.
Penn State
TE
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Athletic tight end prospect with great computer numbers. Fires off the snap into blocks, bends his knees and blocks with terrific pad level. Strong and explosive at the point. Shows ability blocking in motion and knocks linebackers and defensive backs from the action. Keeps his feet moving, displays good footwork in pass protection and effectively uses his hands. Quickly gets into pass routes, fights with his hands to separate from defenders and adjusts to the errant throw. Tracks the pass in the air, extends and snatches the ball with strong hands. Displays solid eye/hand coordination and solid route-running skills. Goes over the middle of the field, exposes himself to the big hit and gets vertical in a crowd to make the reception.
Does not play to his 40 time or show any burst in his game. While he showed improvement over the past three seasons, he was never a dominant pass-catching tight end. Average production.
Johnson possesses the size, athleticism and 40 time to be a No 1 tight end in the NFL and he may ultimately develop into just that. Yet he really needs to take his game to the next level and play to the ability scouts believe he has on every snap, otherwise Johnson will be a prospect who bounces from roster to roster.
Kansas
EDGE
Ht: 6-4.5
Wt: 240
Explosive pass-rushing linebacker who turned in a tremendous season at Kansas after transferring from Minnesota. Agile, moves well around the field and looks athletic. Immediately alters his angle of attack, quickly changes direction and easily redirects to plays. Breaks down well, works his hands throughout the action and plays with a fearsome mentality. Gives great effort, does not give up on plays and remains disciplined with assignments. Forceful, relentless pass rusher who keeps his feet moving up the field. Displays a variety of moves to get off blocks. Explosive, quick in all his actions and shows ability out of a three-point stance. Very sudden and plays with a sense of urgency.
Must improve his backpedal and labors when dropping into coverage or playing in space. Lacks experience and is rough around the edges. Tested poorly during combine workouts.
Booker is a natural pass rusher who plays with a violent attitude and a relentless style. He's much more athletic than his combine numbers lend one to believe, and he’ll be a terrific pass-rush specialist standing over tackle or coming out of a three-point stance once he improves the details of his game.
Alabama
WR
Ht: 6 - 0
Wt: 192
Underrated receiver with next-level quickness and speed. Quick-footed off the line and sells routes. Displays a variety of moves to separate from defenders, fires into breaks and stays low on exit. Consistently extends to make the reception away from his frame, possesses eye/hand coordination and displays soft as well as strong hands. Settles into the open spot of the defense, comes back to the ball out of routes and tracks the pass in the air. Runs sharp routes and loses no momentum in or out of breaks. Has a burst of speed and plays faster than his 40 time. Uses the sidelines well and plays with balance.
Possesses a thin build and struggles in battles. Pass-catching production was nothing extraordinary at Alabama. Nonchalantly gets off the line if he's not involved in the action.
Burton displayed himself as a big-play threat with a nose for the end zone for Alabama and really developed his game last season. He was hurt by the inconsistency of the Alabama passing game, yet Burton is a receiver with a large upside.
Missouri
LB
Ht: 6 - 2
Wt: 232
Athletic run-and-chase linebacker who plays with a nasty attitude. Instinctive and effectively anticipates the action. Flows well laterally to plays and covers a lot of area on the field. Fast in a straight line as well as laterally, quickly gets out to the flanks in pursuit and cuts off the corners from ball carriers. Breaks down well, effectively uses his hands to protect himself and sells out. Quick flipping his hips to change direction, takes proper angles and aggressively goes after opponents. Instinctive and remains disciplined with assignments.
Not a strong wrap-up tackler and has ball handlers running through his arms. Gets caught up in the trash or easily blocked by a single opponent. Struggled through an injury-plagued season last year and watched his production drop off. Not a sturdy linebacker and does not have great growth potential.
Hopper watched his game take off in 2022 after transferring to Missouri from Florida, and he presented himself as a three-down linebacker. The injury from last season stunted his development, yet he can play on all three downs in a system that protects him and allows him to run to the ball.
West Virginia
OC
Ht: 6 - 3
Wt: 308
Highly awarded four-year starter with a great feel for blocking. Smooth, fluid and efficient. Fundamentally sound, bends his knees and sinks his butt at the line of scrimmage. Fires off the snap into blocks and gets leverage on opponents. Squares into defenders and turns them off the line. Displays outstanding blocking vision, knows where he is on the field and seals opponents from the action with great body positioning. Keeps his feet moving, works his hands throughout the play and anchors at the point. Immediately picks up assignments, sees the blitz and works well with teammates. Quick to the second level, effective blocking in motion and moves well on his feet. Does an outstanding job quarterbacking the offensive line.
Not a dominant, drive-blocking linemen. Struggles to finish blocks.
Frazier is a thinking-man's center who blocks with tremendous fundamentals and intensity. He offers possibilities in a variety of blocking schemes and should be the second center drafted in April.
Iowa
P
Ht: 6 - 4
Wt: 230
Consensus All-American who set an NCAA record with 4,479 punting yards last season. Big-legged punter who consistently flips the field and kicks his team out of jams. Gets incredible hang time on punts and displays a massive leg. Displays the ability to directional punt and effectively places the ball. Bad-weather kicker who is effective in the wind. Had punts of 50 yards or longer in all but two games last season, including six games where kicks reached at least 60 yards. Has a career-long punt of 70 yards.
Takes a while to get the ball off his foot.
Hailing from Melbourne, Australia, Taylor was a dynamite punter who displayed continual progress in his game the past three seasons. He has all the skills necessary to be a starting punter in the NFL and needs only to improve his touch-to-toe release time.
Clemson
RB
Ht: 5 - 11
Wt: 198
Slightly undersized yet dynamic running back who is effective as a ball carrier, pass catcher and kick returner. Patient, athletic and displays outstanding vision. Runs with authority, has a burst that he turns on in a single step and displays outstanding short-area quickness with the ability to make defenders miss. Instinctive, shows himself to be a great open-field ball carrier and follows blocks everywhere on the field. Quickly cuts back against the grain without losing momentum, bounces around piles and creates his own yardage. Outstanding receiver who runs crisp routes, separates from defenders and nicely adjusts to make the reception in stride. Tracks the pass in the air and looks the ball into his hands. Incredibly smart and always finds the open lanes on the field. Slides off defenders, squeezes through small openings and breaks arm tackles. Intense and plays hard in all aspects.
Rotated into the Clemson lineup and wasn’t a heavy-duty ball carrier. Cannot move the pile. Displays limited strength as a blocker.
Shipley was a versatile and productive player who did what was asked of him and consistently came up with big plays. He's not a traditional feature runner for the NFL, rather he’s a rotational back who will be exceptional on third down and could lend a hand as a return specialist.
Missouri
OT
Ht: 6 - 5
Wt: 309
Three-year starting left tackle for Missouri who comes with tremendous upside. Quickly sets up off the snap, works to bend his knees and stays square. Very effective with his hands, correctly places them into opponents and jolts defenders with violent punch. Displays outstanding vision, picks up stunts and twists and adjusts to knock opponents from their angles of attack. Fires out to the second level, redirects to linebackers and shows ability blocking in motion. Patient, keeps his feet moving in pass protection and makes great use of angles.
All over the place and must improve his balance. At times gets narrow-based in his set up. Not a dominant run blocker who drives opponents off the ball.
Foster is a nice-sized lineman with athleticism and arms that measured 35 inches at the Senior Bowl. He shows a lot of ability and comes with an equal amount of potential, though Foster must really smooth out the rough edges of his game before he'll be NFL ready.
Penn State
LB
Ht: 6 - 1
Wt: 227
Athletic linebacker with a three-down game. Quick, fast and displays outstanding speed moving in every direction. Immediately locates the ball handler, closes to the play with an explosive burst of speed and displays outstanding range on the field. Easily gets to the flanks in pursuit of the action, gets depth on pass drops and displays a lot of ability in coverage. Fires upfield on the blitz or defending the run, wraps up tackling and brings opponents down in the open field. Flows well laterally and plays with great balance.
Lacks bulk and is easily out-positioned from the action although he’s strong for his size. Watched his production and role in the Penn State defense drop off last season. Never capitalized on his tremendous sophomore campaign of 2021.
Jacobs is an incredibly athletic 4-3 weakside linebacker prospect who shows ability defending the run, in pursuit or covering the pass. He entered the season considered a potential first-round choice by scouts, yet his play has leveled off the past two seasons. His athleticism, speed and ability to cover a lot of area on the field give Jacobs huge potential, but he must get his game back to where it was two years ago and build from there.
Auburn
CB
Ht: 6 - 1
Wt: 174
Oregon transfer coming off a terrific season. Quick-footed in reverse, flip his hips in transition and mixes it up with opponents throughout the action. Athletic, can burst to the ball out of his plant and quickly closes to the action. Fires upfield, works to get off blocks and gives effort against screen throws or running plays.
Struggles staying on the receiver’s hip out of breaks. Makes a lot of plays after the fact. Has a slight build and gets physically beaten by opponents.
James is a tough, physical corner with solid speed yet limited size. He possesses decent ball skills, but he must play in a system where he's facing the action, and James may never be anything other than a dime back on Sundays.
Maryland
OT
Ht: 6 - 4
Wt: 322
Developing college left tackle who showed a lot of improvement in his game. Sets with a wide base, quickly sets up in pass protection and displays solid footwork sliding off the edge. Stays square and works blocks hard. Strong, turns defenders off the line and opens up running lanes. Keeps his head on a swivel, stays with assignments and works well with linemates. Correctly places his hands into opponents and rides defenders from their angles of attack.
Overextends and bends at the waist. Not really nimble or agile. Inconsistent anchoring in pass protection.
After holding down the right tackle spot for Maryland in 2022, Glaze moved to the left side and did a solid job last season. He’s a terrific run blocker who needs to slightly improve in pass protection, yet Glaze is a versatile offensive tackle prospect who may ultimately move inside to guard.
Charles Turner
LSU
OC
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Hard-working, zone-blocking center who moves well on his feet. Quick off the snap and fires to the second level. Redirects to linebackers and displays the ability to hit a moving target. Bends his knees and blocks with leverage. Keeps his feet moving and works his hands throughout the action. Stays square and seals opponents from the action. Explosive, works hard and plays through the whistle. Does a great job quarterbacking the offensive line.
Must get bigger, improve his playing strength and learn to finish blocks. Doesn’t drive opponents off the ball.
Turner was a terrific two-year starting center for LSU and a leader on the offensive line. He needs to add bulk to his frame and strength to his game, but he comes with growth potential, and the ability to block on the move makes Turner attractive during the middle rounds of the draft.
Mehki Wingo
LSU
DT
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Explosive one-gap defensive tackle who plays with great quickness as well as leverage. Fires off the snap with a tremendous first step, plays with great pad level and keeps his feet moving. Bends his knees, works his hands throughout the action and fluidly moves to any area of the field. Displays good change-of-direction skills and chases the action hard. Gets down the line of scrimmage and out into space to pursue plays. Gives effort rushing the passer or defending the run and attracts a lot of attention from opponents.
Easily slowed by blocks or even out-positioned from the action. Gets caught up in the trash. May not have much growth potential. Played in just eight games last season after suffering a sports hernia.
Wingo put together two productive seasons for LSU after transferring from Missouri. He’s an explosive one-gap defensive lineman who projects as a three-technique tackle.
Nehemiah Pritchett
Auburn
CB
Ht: 6 - 0
Wt: 183
Three-year starter at cornerback who is also an experienced kick returner. Quick-footed in reverse, keeps the receiver in front of him and immediately locates the ball. Disciplined and stays with coverage assignments. Effectively reads the receiver’s eyes and gets his head back around to track the pass in the air. Displays a nice move to the throw, has a burst to the ball out of his plant and quickly closes to the action. Fast laterally covering opponents on crossing patterns, mixes it up with receivers throughout the route and effectively times pass defenses.
Possesses a thin build and is easily blocked from the action. Hesitates reacting to receivers’ moves off the line, which often puts him a half-step behind opponents. Not a stout tackler.
Pritchett looked like a star in the making as a freshman, but his game has since leveled off. Much of that has to do with the fact that opponents rarely challenged him due to his ball skills, and Pritchett has done well in the Auburn system. He offers potential backed off the line of scrimmage or in a zone system, and Pritchett has enough skill to line up in nickel packages on Sundays.
Jeremiah Trotter Jr.
Clemson
LB
Ht: 6 - 0
Wt: 230
Instinctive, hard-working linebacker with great bloodlines. Aggressive but also smart and disciplined. Tough run defender who effectively reads as well as diagnoses plays and stays with assignments. Breaks down well, flows to the action and displays good change-of-direction ability. Forces his way upfield to penetrate the line of scrimmage and drives his shoulders through ball handlers. Stays with coverage assignments and shows ability in zone.
Lacks size and gets overmatched by tight ends. Slow shedding blocks. Does not show great lateral pursuit speed or long speed.
Trotter was a terrific linebacker for Clemson, making a lot of plays against the run, behind the line of scrimmage and in zone coverage. He's an instinctive defender and a good football player rather than a top athlete, which is likely to make him a situational linebacker/backup at the next level.
Josh Newton
TCU
CB
Ht: 5 - 10
Wt: 188
Well-built cornerback who has shown solid ball skills. Quick flipping his hips in transition and stays with receivers out of breaks. Tracks the pass in the air, gets vertical and contorts to defend passes. Works to get his head back around, battles throughout the route and fluidly moves in any direction. Quick pedaling in reverse, plays faster than his 40 time and was a shutdown corner in the past.
Gets turned on occasion. Lack of height results in mismatches. Struggles covering receivers on crossing patterns. Played back on his heels much of last season. Was badly beaten by Xavier Worthy and got hammered against Texas.
Coleman was highly considered before the season after his junior campaign, but he really struggled last year and has fallen down draft boards. He possesses the size as well as the athleticism to play at the next level, but he must get his confidence and game back to where it was in 2022.
Malik Mustapha
Wake Forest
S
Ht: 5 - 10
Wt: 205
Instinctive safety with underrated athleticism. Quickly diagnoses plays, remains disciplined with assignments and works hard to get involved in the action. Very active and consistently around the ball. Fires upfield to defend the run, sells out to make the tackle and drives his shoulders through ball handlers. Goes after opponents and wraps up at the point of attack. Tracks the pass in center field, makes his move to the throw then gets vertical and contorts to defend the pass. Moves well laterally and displays excellent range. Works well with cornerbacks to bracket receivers over the middle of the field.
Did not show much improvement last season. Plays to one speed. Did not stand out during Senior Bowl practices. Lacks height and comes with short arms and small hands.
Mustapha is a tough, intelligent defensive back who has potential in a variety of roles and can safely play over the slot receiver. He's likely to fall into the middle part of Day 3 of the draft, but he has all the tools to line up as a nickel safety on Sundays.
Jase McClellan
Alabama
RB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Underrated ball carrier who is best running downhill. Displays great vision, will pick and choose his spots and rarely gets brought down by the first defender. Patiently waits for blocks to develop, immediately locates the running lanes and uses blocks everywhere on the field. Possesses short-area quickness, runs hard on the inside and picks up a lot of yardage off initial contact. Punishing runner who drives his shoulders into defenders and falls forward when tackled. Consistently turns it upfield and works runs. Solid pass catcher out of the backfield who quickly gets into routes, tracks the pass in the air and makes the reception with his hands. Displays outstanding blocking vision, immediately picks up the blitz and squares into defenders to keep them from the action.
Plays to one speed and cannot beat defenders in a foot race. Not a perimeter ball carrier. More of a short-yardage pass catcher out of the backfield.
McClellan was a very productive ball carrier for Alabama with a nose for the end zone. Despite being a one-dimensional, between-the-tackles runner, he possesses the skill and intellect to make a roster as a short-yardage or goal-line ball carrier and blocker in the backfield.
Ricky Pearsall
Florida
WR
Ht: 6 - 0
Wt: 188
Three-year starter coming off a career season. Solid route runner who quickly gets into breaks then extends his hands to make the reception away from his frame. Adjust to the errant throw, uses his frame to shield away opponents and possesses eye/hand coordination. Consistent hands catcher who lays out for the difficult catch and fights to come away with the reception in a crowd. Quick and elusive running after the catch and shows the ability to pick up positive yardage. Focused on by opposing defensive backs yet still makes plays.
Despite his 40 time at the Combine, plays to one speed, lacks a deep burst and isn’t a vertical threat. Moderately productive until last season. Was never a big red-zone threat.
Pearsall was the No. 1 target in the Gators passing game last season and the receiver opponents consistently focused on. He’s not a big pass catcher, nor is he fast, rather Pearsall is a solid route runner with dependable hands who could catch on as a team's fifth receiver.
Mason Smith
LSU
DT
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Physically imposing defensive lineman who flashes dominance. Looks the part, shows a lot of quickness and displays a solid first step off the snap. Explosive, keeps his feet moving and plays with proper pad level. Agile, displays limited stiffness and gives effort against the run. Long and has growth potential.
Not fluid when asked to twist or stunt. Often looks like he's going half-speed, doesn't play with a sense of urgency and has shown little consistency. Must improve his overall playing strength.
Smith was productive as a freshman at LSU in 2021 before missing all but one game the following season with a knee injury. He returned this season and showed much of his prior form, yet he’s more reputation than reality. Smith possesses size, growth potential and a lot of upside, yet he needs much work before he's NFL-ready.
Layden Robinson
Texas A&M
OG
Ht: 6 - 4
Wt: 320
Powerful small-area blocker who annihilates opponents at the point of attack. Quickly sets up in pass protection, blocks with a nasty attitude and looks to finish off opponents. Explosive at the point, blocks with proper lean and keeps his feet moving. Effective with his hands, strong and knocks defenders back off the line to open running lanes. Keeps his head on a swivel, works well with linemates and easily anchors in pass protection. Quick pulling across the line of scrimmage.
Must do a better job consistently blocking with proper pad level. Must improve his balance in pass protection. Cannot redirect on the second level to hit a moving target.
Robinson is a powerful interior blocker who plays big-boy football. He's a dominant run defender who must polish his skill in pass protection, yet he offers a lot of potential for a power gap system.
Spencer Rattler
South Carolina
QB
Ht: 6 - 1
Wt: 218
Physically talented quarterback who has struggled to improve upon his sensational freshman season at Oklahoma. Possesses a quick release and a live arm and throws the ball with velocity. Nimble as well as agile, easily gets outside the pocket and loses nothing throwing on the move. Gets the ball through tight spots, delivers a catchable pass and works to improvise when plays break down. Throws with a fluid over-the-top delivery, effectively sets up screen throws and consistently keeps his eyes downfield. Elusive with the ability to avoid pass rushers, extends plays with his mobility and makes good decisions under the rush. Tough and sits in the pocket to take a hit in order to get the throw away.
Slow moving his head off the primary target and tends to stare down receivers. Needs to improve his overall pass placement, as receivers are consistently leaving their feet or adjusting come away with the catch. Misses open receivers, which results in lost opportunities. Tossed 37 TDs the past two seasons with 20 INTs.
As a freshman at Oklahoma in 2020, Rattler looked like a potential franchise quarterback who made all the right decisions and offered next-level physical skills. His game took a step back almost immediately the following season, and he proceeded to struggle the next two years, including his first campaign with South Carolina. Rattler improved markedly as a senior and must build upon his performance in 2023 and meet the upside and expectations scouts believe he possesses.
Tommy Eichenberg
Ohio State
LB
Ht: 6 - 2
Wt: 235
Tough, hard-nosed, run-defending linebacker who was a tackling machine at Ohio State. Intense, slides off blocks and flows laterally to plays. Sacrifices his body to make the tackle and takes on blocks to allow teammates to get to the action. Quickly finds the ball handler, fires upfield and sells out to defend the run. Quick, fluid moving in any direction and stays with the action. Forceful on the blitz, effective on twists or stunts and very aggressive. Remains disciplined with coverage assignments, stays with responsibilities and gets depth on pass drops. Runs well to the action and plays faster than his 40 time. Does not bite on play-action passes.
Inefficiency leads to missed tackles. Does not display great lateral speed. Gets caught up in the trash.
Eichenberg was an intense, high-revving linebacker for Ohio State who played with a nonstop motor. He's more of a two-down defender, but he does offer possibilities in zone coverage, and Eichenberg is perfect on the inside of a 3-4.
Cade Stover
Ohio State
TE
Ht: 6 - 1
Wt: 245
Nice-sized tight end with a well-rounded game. Plays tough, smart football, fires off the snap and blocks with leverage. Strong, stays square and turns defenders off the line. Works to finish blocks, quickly gets to the second level and always looks for someone to hit. Quickly releases into pass routes, works his hands to separate from defenders and comes back to the ball to make himself an available target. Uses his frame to shield away defenders, extends his hands and lays out for the difficult catch.
Shows a lot of stiffness. Does not show great playing speed despite his 40 time. Must improve his blocking balance.
Stover is a hard-working tight end who does the dirty work at the position and has shown a lot of progress in his game. He doesn't play like a great athlete on the field, but he has enough ability to line up as a second tight end who is effective as both a blocker and pass catcher.
Braden Fiske
Florida State
DT
Ht: 6 - 5
Wt: 304
Intense, explosive one-gap defensive tackle who plays with a relentless style. Explodes off the snap and consistently gets leverage on opponents. Penetrates through gaps and gets behind the line of scrimmage to disrupt the action. Displays incredible suddenness, easily changes direction and gets down the line of scrimmage and outside the box to make plays in space. Works his hands throughout the action, plays with a nonstop motor and displays a variety of moves to get off blocks. Possesses a nice inside move, plays bigger than his listed size and gets the most from his ability.
Lacks size and bulk. Easily controlled by a single opponent. More of a first-step defensive lineman who makes most of his plays on hustle.
Fiske was a terrific defender for Western Michigan prior to coming to Florida State, then he took his game to the next level last season and turned in three outstanding days of practice at the Senior Bowl. He has size and scheme limitations, yet a defensive coach will fall in love with his style, and Fiske will have a long career on Sundays as a rotational lineman.
Javon Solomon
Troy
EDGE
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Undersized college pass rusher who was incredibly productive the past three seasons. Athletic, displays outstanding movement skills and plays with great motor. Effective with his hands, displays good change-of-direction skills and is rarely off his feet. Relentless, goes hard after opponents and fluidly moves to any area of the field. Plays with leverage, bends off the edge and easily changes direction. Fast, gets a lot of momentum going and can be tough to stop. Effective when dropped off the line of scrimmage the few times he was asked to play in space. Totals the past three seasons include 31.5 sacks, 42.5 TFLs and 149 tackles.
Primarily used out of a three-point stance at Troy and is inexperienced dropping into coverage. Lacks bulk and size and gets controlled at the point by tight ends.
Solomon has been an impact player in the Sun Belt conference the past three seasons, terrorizing opposing offenses with an unrelenting style. He lacks a complete game, yet his ability to rush the passer is attractive for teams that employ a 3-4 defense.
Decamerion Richardson
Mississippi State
CB
Ht: 6-2.5
Wt: 195
Well-sized defensive back who is best facing the action. Stays with coverage assignments, tracks the pass in the air and works to keep the action in front of him. Fluid flipping his hips, effectively anticipates the action and displays an explosive burst to the ball out of his plant. Has nice length that he uses to his advantage, works to defend the run and makes the tackle in space.
Bites on receivers’ moves, which results in blown coverages. Never intercepted a pass the prior four seasons and broke up just 10.
Richardson is a long defensive back who flashed ability throughout his career and has potential as a zone corner or safety. He offers a tremendous amount of upside potential and could be an outstanding player a year or two down the road.
Kingsley Eguakun
Florida
OC
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Three-year starter who missed most of his senior season with an ankle injury. Tough, hard-working blocker who gets after assignments. Sets with a wide base, starts with proper knee bend and quickly sets up off the snap. Keeps his feet moving, keeps his head on a swivel and works well with linemates. Correctly places his hands into defenders and blocks down on opponents to take them from the action. Explosive at the point and fundamentally sound. Can slide in space or gets to the second level and squares into linebackers to disrupt their angles of attack. Effective with the shotgun snap and keeps his feet moving.
Not a big-bodied lineman and was run over at times last season. Must improve the strength of his base.
Despite his senior season being disrupted by injury, Eguakun was a solid player at Florida then looked terrific during three days of Senior Bowl practice. He must get bigger and add strength to his game, yet he offers possibilities in a zone-blocking system.
Cornelius Johnson
Michigan
WR
Ht: 6 - 2
Wt: 209
Nice-sized receiver with dependable hands. Shows outstanding awareness, follows the quarterback across the field and comes back to the ball to make himself an available target. Uses the sidelines well, adjusts to the errant throw and gets down to scoop up low passes. Displays good route discipline, tracks the pass in the air and uses his frame to shield away defenders. Quickly gets into routes and stays low on exit. Sharp route runner for a bigger receiver. Gives effort blocking downfield.
Does not display soft hands, unnecessarily double-catches throws and lets catchable passes slip by. Doesn't play to his 40 time and is more of a one-speed, intermediate pass-catching target. Posted average numbers at Michigan, has not been a significant red-zone target and never really improved from his terrific sophomore season in 2021.
Johnson is a large receiver with solid size/speed numbers, but he has been inconsistent catching the ball and with his production. He has enough ability to make an NFL roster as a third receiver, yet Johnson must consistently play at a high level this summer to make it out of camp.
Andru Phillips
Kentucky
CB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Feisty cornerback who is best facing the action. Remains disciplined with assignments, effectively tracks the pass in the air and has a burst to the action out of his plant. Keeps opponents in front of him, quickly flips his hips in transition and lays out or extends to defend passes. Aggressive, stays downfield with opponents and does not back down from a challenge. Fires upfield to defend the run and wraps up tackling.
Late out of his transition turning to run downfield with opponents. Gives up a lot of underneath receptions. Gets outmatched by larger receivers.
Phillips was a consistent defender for Kentucky and offers enough ability to line up in dime packages at the next level, preferably backed off the line of scrimmage or in a zone system.
Michael Hall Jr.
Ohio State
DT
Ht: 6 - 3
Wt: 290
Undersized interior defensive lineman who displays pass-rushing skill. Fires off the snap with an incredible first step, plays with great pad level and consistently gets leverage on opponents. Displays balance as well as body control and fires his hands into defenders. Immediately alters his angle of attack and redirects to the action. Athletic, shows a lot of ability as a pass rusher and possesses a closing burst to the action.
Lacks bulk and is easily controlled at the point by a single blocker. Does not have much growth potential. Coming off a poor season and got hammered on the inside often in 2023.
Hall looked like a potential late first-round choice off the 2022 film, as he was constantly penetrating the line of scrimmage and disrupting the opponent’s game plan. His game took a big step back last season, though Hall did show a lot of ability during Senior Bowl practices. He's a first-step, one-gap defensive tackle perfectly suited for three-technique position, but Hall has watched his draft stock drop the pass six months and must come out of the gate hot this summer.
Tyler Nubin
Minnesota
S
Ht: 6 - 2
Wt: 210
Nice-sized safety who plays smart, instinctive football. Effectively reads and diagnoses plays, remains focused and does not have lapses on the field. Makes the defensive calls in the secondary, displays a sense of what's happening on the field and plays with great awareness. Quickly locates the ball handler and fires upfield to defend the run. Squares into tackles and brings opponents down in the open field. Stays with coverage assignments, tracks the pass in the air and displays a good move to the throw. Effective in coverage facing the action. Plays with reckless abandon and sells out.
Lacks lateral range, possesses average playing speed and has just an ordinary closing burst. Late getting to the flanks in coverage. Cannot play over the slot receiver.
Nubin was a productive three-year starter for Minnesota and is a tough football player who has speed limitations. He must play facing the action, yet he offers potential in a zone system that keeps him between the numbers.
Mike Sainristil
Michigan
CB
Ht: 5 - 9
Wt: 184
Tough, feisty defensive back with big-play ability. Explosive, aggressive and flies around the field to make plays. Instinctive, shows great awareness and does a solid job diagnosing plays. Tracks the pass in the air, fires to the action with an outstanding closing burst and displays a nice move to the throw. Competes to break up passes, works to get his head back around to track the ball in the air and willingly takes on bigger pass catchers. Gives effort against the run, drives his shoulders through ball handlers and wraps up tackling.
Undersized and easily blocked from the action. Not a strong open-field tackler. Out-matched by bigger receivers and struggles in man coverage.
Sainristil did a terrific job starting in the Wolverines secondary the past two seasons after moving over from receiver as a junior. He lacks height, yet he has shown a lot of improvement and is still learning the position. Sainristil plays with a special-teams mentality and offers possibilities as a dime back who can double on coverage teams.
Tylan Grable
UCF
OT
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Underrated athletic left tackle prospect with a large upside. Fluid, explosive at the point and moves well on his feet. Fires off the snap, blocks with leverage and stays square. Fundamentally sound, quickly gets his hands into defenders and keeps his head on a swivel. Easily slides off the edge, displays lateral range in pass protection and anchors at the point. Quick to the second level and effective blocking in motion. Possesses outstanding blocking vision, works hard and plays with a nasty attitude. Turned in a tremendous combine workout, timing 4.95 seconds in the 40 and touching 36.5 inches in the vertical jump at 306 pounds.
Arm length is a tick over 33.5 inches. Must improve his run-blocking strength. Struggles finishing run blocks. Late with his hands.
Grable was a terrific two-year starter at Central Florida after transferring from Jacksonville State and is one of the more underrated offensive tackles in a class stacked with talent. He's an athletic prospect who did a real nice job at left tackle in college and comes with a large upside.
Mason McCormick
South Dakota State
OG
Ht: 6-4.5
Wt: 303
Underrated small-school guard with possibilities in a power gap system. Quick off the snap, stays square and keeps his feet moving. Knocks defenders off the line, keeps his head on a swivel and always looks to hit someone. Fires out to the second level and gets a pad on linebackers to disrupt them from their angles of attack. Relatively effective on the move, quick in his all-around game and plays much more athletic than his testing numbers would lend one to believe. Anchors at the point in pass protection and is impossible to move off the line.
Not fluid blocking in motion. Must do a better job keeping his knees consistently bent and blocking with leverage. Overextends and bends at the waist on occasion.
McCormick was a productive four-year starter at South Dakota State who watched his game continually improve. He’s an underrated Day 3 prospect who possesses the demeanor and ability necessary to eventually develop into a starter on Sundays.
Sedrick Van Pran
Georgia
OC
Ht: 6 - 4
Wt: 310
Dependable three-year starter with size as well as growth potential. Fires off the snap, blocks with good lean and stays square. Gets his hands into defenders, battles throughout the action and is explosive at the point. Keeps his head on a swivel, immediately picks up blitzes and works well with linemates. Quick to the second level, keeps his feet moving and displays excellent blocking vision.
Does not block with consistent leverage or proper pad level. Must improve his balance blocking in motion. Lacks smooth footwork sliding in space.
Van Pran was a terrific center for Georgia since his sophomore season and has the ingredients to be a starter on Sundays, yet he needs to polish almost every aspect of his game and, most importantly, consistently block with leverage.
Steele Chambers
Ohio State
LB
Ht: 6 - 0
Wt: 222
Three-year starter who has developed into a complete linebacker. Remains disciplined with assignments, effectively diagnoses plays and does not get caught out of position. Fires upfield defending the run, squares into tackles and wraps up. Slides off blocks, plays faster than his 40 time and nicely redirects to ball handlers. Gets to the sidelines in pursuit, covers a lot of area on the field and is effective in coverage. Immediately picks up assignments, tracks the pass in the air and shows a lot of athleticism.
Possesses decent but not great playing speed. Undersized, has short arms and comes with minimal growth potential.
Chambers is a tough, no-nonsense linebacker who shows a lot of ability defending the run or the pass. He does not come with great next-level measurables, yet he has enough skill to make a squad as a nickel linebacker who can also play on special teams.
Jaylen Wright
Tennessee
RB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Explosive ball carrier with home-run-hitting speed. Slippery ball carrier who displays outstanding vision, finds the running lanes and makes defenders miss. Strings several moves together over the course of a run, has a burst through the hole and immediately gets to top speed. Beats defenders into the open field, can run to daylight and picks up large chunks of yardage from the line of scrimmage. Keeps his feet moving and breaks arm tackles. Solid pass catcher out of the backfield who extends his hands and makes the catch in stride. Helps the quarterback sell ball fakes.
Not a short-yardage ball carrier who picks up much yardage off initial contact or moves the pile. Easily tackled or brought down by a single defender.
Wright strung together a pair of outstanding campaigns at Tennessee then chose to leave for the draft. He possesses decent size and game-breaking speed, which will help him as a situational or rotational ball carrier on Sundays.
Cedric Johnson
Ole Miss
EDGE
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Athletic edge-rushing defensive end with a well-rounded game. Fires off the snap with a quick first step, plays with excellent pad level and quickly gets his hands up. Moves well around the field, plays effectively in space and fluidly pursues the action laterally. Shows excellent awareness of coverage assignments, covers a lot of area on the field and is effective standing over tackle. Tested incredibly well at the Combine.
Easily taken from the action by tight ends. Doesn't play to his 40 time or show great burst. May not have a true NFL position.
Johnson was a well-rounded player who showed the versatility to come out of a three-point stance or stand over tackle, making plays against the run, rushing the passer and even defending the pass. He’s a jack of all trades and master of none at this point, yet he could be a situational linebacker in a 3-4 alignment.
Tanor Bortolini
Wisconsin
OC
Ht: 6 - 4
Wt: 306
Fundamentally sound blocker who is effective in motion. Quickly gets off the snap and correctly places his hands into opponents. Shows terrific blocking vision, moves well on his feet and is explosive at the point. Starts with a wide base, sinks his butt at the line and bends his knees. Sees the blitz, adjusts to defenders and knocks them from their angles of attack. Effective with the shotgun snap. Makes the calls for the offensive line and quarterbacks the unit.
Arms measured just over 31-1/2 inches at the Senior Bowl. Must improve his strength and finish blocks. Overextends on occasion.
Bortolini did a terrific job at Wisconsin last season after taking over the starting position at center and showed a lot of potential. His short arms are a concern, though Bortolini possesses nice length and growth potential and should be effective in a zone-blocking scheme.
Ray Davis
Kentucky
RB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Tough, interior ball carrier who came to Kentucky by way of Vanderbilt and Temple. Patient, displays outstanding vision and consistently runs North/South. Finds running lanes, slides off defenders and works to pick up as much yardage as possible. Keeps his feet moving, breaks tackles and has opponents slipping off him. Squeezes through the small openings of the line. Totaled 14 TDs rushing TDs at Kentucky last year. Solid pass catcher who makes the reception with his hands.
Lacks quickness and speed and cannot turn the perimeter or beat defenders into the open field. Not a creative ball carrier. Must do a better job with blocking assignments, as he misses the blitz.
Davis did a terrific job last season at Kentucky, his only year with the program. He displayed himself as a dominant interior ball carrier who can also catch the ball out of the backfield. He needs to improve his blocking, yet he offers potential as a situational running back for Sundays who could be used in short-yardage or goal-line situations.
Ainias Smith
Texas A&M
WR
Ht: 5 - 9
Wt: 197
Small, super-quick receiver coming off a terrific season. Sharp route runner who quickly gets into breaks, stays low on exit and extends his hands to make the reception away from his frame. Settles into the open spot of the defense and offers the quarterback a target. Smooth and effective running after the catch. Creates yardage and plays with balance. Fundamentally sound catching the ball. Effective running reverses and returning punts. Gives effort and does not back down from a challenge.
Not a sturdy receiver and struggles in battles. Plays to one speed and isn’t a true deep threat.
After playing just four games in 2022 due to a broken leg and separated ankle, Smith made a successful comeback last season and was a triple-threat skill player for the Aggies. He's a smaller receiver and a tremendous route runner who consistently separates from defenders and catches everything thrown his way. Combine medicals are critical for Smith, yet if he gets a clean bill of health, he'll be a solid Day 3 pick who can line up as a slot receiver and return specialist this fall.
James Williams
Miami (FL)
S
Ht: 6 - 5
Wt: 218
Massive college safety who projects to outside linebacker in the NFL. Remains disciplined with assignments, keeps the action in front of him and quickly locates the ball handler. Takes proper angles to the action, wraps up tackling and brings ball handlers down at the point of attack. Hard-hitting, takes on bigger ball carriers and jars the ball free from running backs. Aggressive and always willing to get involved in the action.
Better moving forward than in reverse. Slow flipping his hips in transition and displays just average ball skills in coverage.
Williams was an imposing college safety best known for crushing hits and the ability to force turnovers. His inability to cover a large area combined with his growth potential make a move to the linebacker position natural. Williams struggled at his new position during Senior Bowl practices and needs a lot of work before he's NFL-ready.
Jaylin Simpson
Auburn
CB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Versatile defensive back who lined up at both safety and cornerback for Auburn. Quickly picks up coverage assignments, battles in center field and takes on bigger opponents to defend throws. Tracks the pass in the air, has a burst to the ball and shows good hands for the interception. Anticipates plays, takes proper angles and effectively covers the slot receiver. Explosive, fires up the field to defend the run and squares into ball handlers.
Often too concerned with knocking the opponent out rather than making a play on the ball. Gets tall in his backpedal. Possesses a small build.
Simpson is a feisty defensive back with a chippy game and a lot of skill. He offers possibilities as a nickel safety and special-teams player, though Simpson must learn to play under control.
Khristian Boyd
Northern Iowa
DT
Ht: 6-2
Wt: 320
Athletic small-school defensive tackle with a large upside. Explosive, fires off the snap with a quick first step and immediately gets his hands up. Focused on by opponents yet jolts defenders off the line with terrific punch. Athletic, shows power in his lower body and keeps his feet moving. Easily changes direction, moves well laterally down the line and flows to the action. Splits double-team blocks to penetrate the line of scrimmage. Gets upright, does not play with leverage and makes himself an easy target on the inside. Gets knocked around by blockers. Must develop more moves with his hands to disengage from opponents. Boyd was consistently productive at Northern Iowa the prior five years and displayed dominance during three days of Shrine Bowl practice. He possesses next-level size, quickness and ability, yet Boyd must learn to play with leverage or he'll have a short NFL career.
Jordan Jefferson
LSU
DT
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Large, powerful gap-occupying tackle whose draft stock has taken off the past six months. Powerful, plays with terrific pad level and gets leverage on opponents. Bull rushes blockers to penetrate the line of scrimmage and collapses the pocket. Keeps his feet moving and knocks opponents back off the ball. Fires his hands into blockers to protect himself, displays good change-of-direction skills and goes hard. Flashes a great first step off the snap.
Must develop more moves to get off blocks. Rough around the edges and not much of a pass rusher.
Jefferson had a productive season for West Virginia in 2022 then transferred to LSU and improved his game. He looked terrific during Senior Bowl practices, and he moves towards the draft with possibilities as either a nose tackle or interior lineman in a four-man front.
Nelson Ceaser
Houston
EDGE
Ht: 6 - 2
Wt: 248
Undersized pass-rushing college defensive end who flashes ability in space. Fires off the snap with an explosive first step and shows speed up the field. Bends off the edge and immediately alters his angle of attack. Plays with proper pad level, works his hands throughout the action and shows ability in backside pursuit. Athletic and shows a lot of agility as well as a variety of moves to get off blocks. Fires inside of blockers, easily moves about the field and covers a large amount of area. Occasionally used in space or in coverage on passing downs and does a solid job.
Primarily used out of a three-point stance and must learn to play standing over tackle. Overwhelmed by larger opponents and engulfed at the point. Easily out-positioned by tight ends. Testing numbers at the combine were below average.
Ceasar was a terrific pass-rushing defensive end at Houston, totaling 23.5 TFLs and 13.5 sacks the past two seasons. He's a solid, not great, prospect for the next level who could be an effective situational pass rusher.
Jaylan Ford
Texas
LB
Ht: 6 - 3
Wt: 243
Fierce linebacker who was a tackling machine the past two seasons. Patient with assignments, breaks down well and effectively uses his hands to protect himself. Keeps the action in front of him, flows well laterally to plays and immediately locates the ball handler. Explosive, possesses a closing burst and wraps up tackling. Easily changes direction, makes plays in pursuit and goes sideline to sideline. Efficient, takes proper angles to the action and gets depth on pass drops. Sells out and hits hard.
Does not display great speed in pursuit. Struggles getting off blocks. Does not show great awareness in coverage.
Ford is a nice-sized linebacker who plays hard every single down and would be a terrific addition at middle linebacker or on the inside of a 3-4 alignment.
LaDarius Henderson
Michigan
OT
Ht: 6 - 5
Wt: 310
Athletic, intelligent college left tackle coming off a terrific senior season. Patient in pass protection, stays square and anchors at the point. Sets with a wide base, bends his knees and blocks with leverage. Fires off the snap and quickly gets to the second level. Adjusts to defenders and displays the ability to hit a moving target. Keeps his feet moving and works his hands throughout the action. Slides off the edge and makes good use of angles. Keeps his head on a swivel.
Doesn't finish blocks and must improve his run blocking. Lacks the height many teams want in a left tackle.
Henderson moved to Michigan last year after three successful seasons at Arizona State, and his game took off. He possesses decent size, long arms and underrated athleticism. At the very least, Henderson offers starting potential at the next level as a zone-blocking guard.
Jaylen Harrell
Michigan
EDGE
Ht: 6 - 3
Wt: 242
Athletic pass-rushing linebacker who flashes a complete game. Moves well around the field, covers a good amount of area and gets to the flanks in pursuit. Possesses a solid closing burst, redirects to ball handlers and works his hands throughout the action. Explosive, consistently plays with leverage and shows speed off the edge rushing the passer. Rarely off his feet, stays with assignments and works hard to make the play. Takes on blocks to set the edge, chases downfield to make the tackle and does the little things well.
Much better up the field than in reverse. Slow recognizing assignments in coverage. Easily knocked off balance by the initial block.
Harrell was a relatively productive outside linebacker/pass rusher at Michigan who made a fair number of plays behind the line of scrimmage. He possesses solid size, growth potential and enough athleticism to possibly develop into a starter at linebacker on the outside in a 3-4 alignment.
Michael Pratt
Tulane
QB
Ht: 6 - 2
Wt: 219
Four-year starter who passed for more than 9,000 yards during his Tulane career. Incredibly patient in the pocket, scans the field and delivers the ball to checkdown receivers if nothing else is available. Buys as much time as possible for targets, rolls outside the pocket and only takes off upfield when necessary. Spreads the ball around to all his targets, plays heads-up football and does not make mental errors. Puts touch on passes and delivers a catchable ball. Relatively accurate and gives his receivers a chance to make the reception. Senses the rush, eludes defenders and delivers solid corner or fade patterns.
Lacks a big-time NFL arm and cannot drive deep throws. Not a threat to pick up yardage with his legs.
Pratt is a patient, poised and intelligent quarterback who's more of a touch-and-timing passer who would not fit the vertical game. He possesses the mental skills and temperament to be a backup quarterback in a West Coast system.
Johnny Dixon
Penn State
CB
Ht: 5 - 11
Wt: 198
Solid cornerback who has shown consistent development in his game the past two seasons. Engages receivers at the line of scrimmage, quickly flips his hips in transition and sticks with talented pass catchers all over the field. Works to get his head back around to track the pass and has a nice move to the throw and an explosive burst to the ball out of his plant. Shows incredible force up the field and gives effort against screen plays and run plays. Effectively reads or diagnoses plays and has a nasty attitude. Sells out on the blitz and disrupts the opponent’s game plan.
Struggles staying with receivers out of breaks. Still a bit slow getting his head back around to track the pass in the air. Has just three interceptions as a two-year starter.
Dixon sometimes fell by the wayside in a defense full of star talent, yet he’s a legitimate next-level prospect. He played better than his higher-rated teammate Kalen King in many ways last season, and Dixon offers possibilities in a variety of defensive schemes at the next level.
Trente Jones
Michigan
OT
Ht: 6 - 3
Wt: 318
Underrated offensive line prospect who was an invaluable backup and part-time starter at Michigan the past three seasons. Sets with a wide base, bends his knees and fires off the snap into blocks. Keeps his feet moving, squares into opponents and seals them from the action. Patient, keeps his head on a swivel and works well with linemates. Makes excellent use of angles, fluidly pulls across the line of scrimmage and blocks with a nasty attitude. Quick getting to the second level, engages linebackers and removes them from the action.
Must be more cognizant of his hand placement. Does not get much movement run blocking. Lacks lateral range and footwork.
Jones did a terrific job in filling in at right tackle down the stretch during Michigan's championship run last season and is a fundamentally sound blocker with a solid game. He projects to guard on Sundays, and despite his testing numbers, he displays the movement skills necessary to play in a zone-blocking scheme.
Christian Jones
Texas
OT
Ht: 6-5.5
Wt: 315
Durable four-year starter who lined up at both left and right tackle for Texas. Strong run blocker who fires off the snap and is explosive at the point. Keeps his feet moving, stays square and makes excellent use of angles in pass protection. Displays solid footwork off the edge, shows the ability to adjust and knocks defenders from the action with terrific hand punch.
Bends at the waist and often off balance. Really doesn't finish blocks. Does a lot of clutching and grabbing of opponents. Struggled in the College Football Playoff against Washington.
Jones was versatile for Texas and comes with size as well as growth potential. Though he may never be a starter, his versatility and underlying ability could help him catch on as a backup swing tackle.
Marcus Rosemy-Jacksaint
Georgia
WR
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Underrated receiver with reliable hands and a consistent game. Fluid, natural and disciplined. Quickly gets into pass routes, stays low exiting breaks and extends his hands to make the reception away from his frame. Tracks the pass in the air, adjusts to the errant throw and makes the catch in stride. Effective on crossing patterns, finds the open spot in the defense and battles with his hands to separate from defenders. Extends and exposes himself to the big hit in order the come away with the throw. Display soft hands and snatches the ball from the air. Hands measured 9 7/8 inches at the Senior Bowl.
Plays to one speed and isn’t a deep threat. Gathers into pass routes. Never had great production in any pass-catching category the past four years.
Rosemy-Jacksaint is a nice-sized receiver with long arms, big hands and a developing game. While not the main threat at Georgia, he consistently came through for the Bulldogs and offers a lot of upside potential. Rosemy-Jacksaint is not a deep threat, yet he’s another intermediate range receiver who knows how to separate and catches everything thrown his way.
Tip Reiman
Illinois
TE
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Large, athletic tight end who flashes ability. Stays square as a blocker, bends his knees and attacks assignments. Quick to the second level, adjusts to linebackers and can hit a moving target or seal opponents from the action. Fluid releasing off the line of scrimmage into pass routes, adjusts to the errant throw and makes the reception away from his frame. Displays eye/hand coordination and takes a pounding but holds onto the throw. Catches the ball well on crossing patterns.
Not a true downfield threat at the position. Has had marginal production in college and never caught more than 20 passes in any single season.
Reiman is a size/speed prospect who shows a lot of ability and upside potential. He has enough ability to make an NFL roster as a third tight end, and at the very least he should be kept the practice squad for future development.
Marist Liufau
Notre Dame
LB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Intense linebacker who flies around the field to get involved in the action. Attacks opponents, plays with reckless abandon and drives through tackles. Vicious hitter who quickly locates the ball handler and makes the tackle in the open field. Easily changes direction, takes proper angles and breaks down well. Occupies blockers to allow teammates to make plays on the ball handler. Stays with coverage assignments and flows well laterally.
Not forceful on the blitz. Doesn't show a great closing burst. Displays average ability in coverage.
Liufau is a tough run-defending linebacker who is best in the box and moving forward. He plays with a special-teams mentality and could make a roster as the eighth linebacker on the inside of a 3-4 alignment.
Kalen King
Penn State
CB
Ht: 5 - 11
Wt: 170
Aggressive cornerback who competes to defend throws and gives effort against the run. Mixes it up with receivers from the snap of the ball, quickly flips his hips in transition and displays good footwork moving in any direction. Effective backed off the line of scrimmage and displays a burst to the action out of his plant. Effectively reads and diagnoses plays.
Usually slow getting his head back around to track the pass in the air. Inconsistent, loses opponents and is prone to blowing coverages. Not always disciplined and overcommits to plays. Beaten badly by Marvin Harrison Jr. during the Ohio State game and struggled throughout three days of Senior Bowl practice after a disappointing season.
King was highly talked about outside the scouting community, yet he never lived up to the reputation. He comes with average size as well as inconsistent ball skills and really must polish his game to ever make it off a practice squad.
Isaiah Davis
South Dakota State
RB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Large, strong ball carrier with tremendous short-area quickness and footwork. Displays outstanding vision and instincts. Patiently waits for blocks to develop and follows blocks everywhere on the field. Bounces around piles, makes defenders miss and keeps the play alive. Finds the running lanes, has a burst through the hole and will pick and choose his spots on the inside. Displays a nice stutter step, does an incredible job finding the open lanes and fluidly cuts back against the grain to get into the clearing. Has a rough-and-tumble style and falls forward when tackled. Shows the ability to create yardage when seemingly nothing is available. Displays good route discipline as a pass catcher and extends his hands to make the reception away from his frame. Helps the quarterback sell ball fakes and gets out in front as a blocker when required.
Not a true power back who breaks tackles or moves the pile despite his size. Lacks the speed to beat defenders around the perimeter or run to daylight. Needs to run with proper lean.
Davis has been a terrific ball carrier for a program that has won consecutive national titles on the FCS level. He’s a complete back with a three-down game, though he’s not a great tester, which will push him into the draft’s third day. Davis possesses the physical skill and football ability necessary to be used as a rotational back/third runner in the NFL.
Jarius Monroe
Tulane
CB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Underrated cornerback with next-level size and ball skills. Physical, mixes it up with opponents and is rarely challenged by opposing quarterbacks. Battles opponents throughout the route, quickly locates the ball in the air and displays good hands for the interception. Smooth flipping his hips in transition, has a nice move to the throw and stays with assignments. Displays a burst to the ball out of his plant, shows good route recognition and gets vertical to defend passes. Takes on bigger receivers, works to defend the run and wraps up tackling to bring opponents down in the open field.
Slow getting his head back around and does a bit of face guarding. Lacks top-end speed. Can be slow to react at times.
Monroe has been a terrific player the past two seasons, breaking up 22 passes and being named as an All-Conference player each year. He possesses nice size, offers scheme versatility and has potential as a dime back who can play in zone or backed off the line of scrimmage.
Myles Cole
Texas Tech
EDGE
Ht: 6 - 5
Wt: 279
Long, athletic defensive line prospect with a huge upside. Quickly gets off the snap, plays with proper pad level and keeps his feet moving. Uses his hands to protect himself, moves well around the field and easily changes direction to get into space and make the tackle. Does more than mindlessly pin his ears back and rush up the field and shows ability dropping off the line to play in space on zone blitzes. Gets down the line of scrimmage to defend the run.
Has a long, slender build and gets knocked around the line of scrimmage or easily out-positioned from plays. Marginally productive as a pass rusher.
Cole is an athletic prospect who flashed ability throughout his career and went on to have a tremendous combine workout. He needs to add bulk to his frame as well as strength to his game, yet athleticism alone gives him a massive upside and warrants consideration towards the end of the draft.
Andrew Coker
TCU
OT
Ht: 6 - 6
Wt: 304
Large college left tackle who will be better on the right side in the NFL. Patient in pass protection, stays square and keeps his feet moving. Explosive at the point, gets his hands into defenders and stays square. Seals defenders from the action and out-positions them from plays. Works to get a pad on defenders and plays through the whistle.
Must do a better job sinking his butt at the line of scrimmage and playing with leverage. Does not show a strong anchor in pass protection and gets knocked back off the line. Lacks lateral range and footwork.
Coker is a large blocker with growth potential who is best blocking for the run. He's an average athlete, though he comes with growth potential that could help him back up at right tackle or inside at guard on Sundays.
Tarheeb Still
Maryland
CB
Ht: 5 - 11
Wt: 190
Nice-sized corner with good instincts. Quickly diagnoses plays and easily runs downfield with opponents. Engages receivers at the line of scrimmage, mixes it up throughout the route and stays on the receiver’s hip out of breaks. Plays faster than his 40 time, follows receivers everywhere on the field and quickly locates the ball and the action. Keeps the action in front of him, has a closing burst and wraps up tackling.
Must do a better job consistently getting his head back around to track the pass in the air. Often face guards opponents. Gets grabby at times. Coming off an injury-plagued campaign.
Despite dealing with injury, Still showed improvement in his game last season and has the size and ball skills to play in either press or zone coverage in dime packages.
Jaheim Bell
Florida State
TE
Ht: 6 - 3
Wt: 230
Athletic tight end prospect who watched his game take off last season. Easily moves around the field, runs solid routes and quickly gets into breaks then stays low on exit. Adjusts to the errant throw, gets down to scoop up low passes and consistently extends his hands to snatch the ball away from his frame. Agile, reaches back to grab the errant pass and makes the reception in stride. Quickly gets into routes and immediately gets to top speed. Shows the ability to get downfield and make the catch with defenders draped on him.
Rarely used as a blocker. Checked in at 244 pounds at the Senior Bowl, though his playing weight is probably 15 pounds lighter.
Bell is a move tight end who looks like a large possession receiver on the field. His game progressed last year, and he became a productive pass catcher who displayed big-play ability. He needs to round out his entire game and improve his blocking, yet Bell possesses a large upside.
Trevor Keegan
Michigan
OG
Ht: 6 - 5
Wt: 311
Large, strong small-area blocker who is best suited for a power gap scheme. Squares into defenders then turns them off the line and seals them from the action. Quickly sets up off the snap and correctly places his hands into defenders. Gets movement run blocking and drives opponents off the line of scrimmage. Keeps his feet moving, blocks with leverage and anchors in pass protection. Keeps his head on a swivel and effectively helps linemates pick up blitzes.
Lacks fluid footwork and struggles sliding in space. Stiff and struggles to adjust. Slow blocking in motion.
Keegan is a large blocker who plays big-boy football, but he has athletic and space limitations. He has the size and style for a power gap offense, and he’s a Day 3 prospect who could eventually develop into a starter on Sundays.
Rasheen Ali
Marshall
RB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Explosive, game-breaking ball carrier who rebounded well from injury last season. Patient, displays outstanding vision as well as instincts and waits for blocks to develop. Displays tremendous burst through the hole, immediately gets to top speed and easily beats defenders into the open field. Quickly cuts back against the grain, uses his blocks everywhere on the field and can run to daylight. Will pick and choose his spots on the inside, runs hard and drives his shoulders through defenders. Finds running lanes and squeezes through the small openings of the offensive line. Natural pass catcher out of the backfield who quickly gets out into pass routes, adjusts to the errant throw and easily makes the reception in stride. Helps the quarterback sell ball fakes and does a good job with blocking assignments.
Better running downhill and doesn’t make defenders miss or create yardage. Lacks blocking strength.
Ali has been a big-play ball carrier at Marshall the past three seasons, averaging 5.6 yards per carry and totaling 39 rushing touchdowns. He displayed tremendous ability as a sophomore in 2021 before being sidelined for most of the following year with an injury, yet he rebounded well last season. He's a versatile back who is effective carrying the ball or catching it out of the backfield, and he nicely projects as a late-round situational runner.
Devin Leary
Kentucky
QB
Ht: 6 - 1
Wt: 217
North Carolina State transfer who is intelligent and patient in the pocket. Displays a sense of timing on throws and does not have receivers waiting on the ball. Throws with a fluid over-the-top delivery, delivers tight spirals and put speed on throws when necessary. Displays the ability to precisely place passes where only his target can come away with the catch. Sits in the pocket and takes a big hit in order to get the ball away. Remains poised under the rush, steps up to avoid defenders and keeps his eyes downfield. Puts air under deep passes and lets targets run to the ball.
Stares down the primary target and is slow moving his head. Displayed a lot of indecision last season. Looked as though he was on a completely different page from receivers early what proved to be a difficult 2023 campaign. Also had a lot of catchable passes dropped last year.
Coming into the 2022 season, Leary received high marks from scouts before his season at NCSU was cut short by injury. He then transferred to Kentucky, but he struggled throughout most of 2023 and showed flashes rather than consistent production. When hitting on all cylinders, Leary is a smart, accurate passer who plays with poise as well as football intellect. To his credit, even during the difficult moments last year, Leary didn’t force passes or make a lot of dad throws. He has the underlying physical and mental skills to play on Sundays, but he must really get back to where he left off in 2022 and consistently play at a high level.
Logan Lee
Iowa
DT
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Three-year starter who was a productive run defender for Iowa. Plays with terrific lean, gets leverage on opponents and fires off the snap with a tremendous first step. Explosive, resilient and stays with the action. Keeps his feet moving, plays off blocks and works his hands throughout the action.
Not a stout or powerful defensive tackle. Easily out-positioned by a single blocker. Average pass rusher on the college level.
Lee is an explosive one-gap lineman with nice length and growth potential. He's an athletic prospect who can start his NFL career as a backup in a four-man line.
David Ugwoegbu
Houston
LB
Ht: 6-4
Wt: 250
Tough, fierce linebacker best making plays in the box or up the field. Strong, effective with his hands and breaks down well. Slides off blocks and is relentless in his pursuit of ball handlers and effective defending the run or rushing the passer. Quick in his all-around game, slides off blocks and possesses a closing burst of speed. Displays solid movement skills, quickly gets up the field and can bend off the edge.
Lacks long and pursuit speed. Not fluid pedaling in reverse and struggles in coverage.
After two successful seasons at Oklahoma, Ugwoegbu transferred to Houston and was used more in a pass-rushing role, in which he was successful. He's not the greatest athlete, rather he’s a tough and productive football player who can be a situational linebacker defending the run or rushing the passer.
Dylan McMahon
NC State
OG
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Tough, intelligent center who gets the most from his ability. Displays tremendous blocking vision, effectively quarterbacks the offensive line and does a good job reading defenses. Quickly sets up off the snap, fires into blocks and is explosive at the point. Blocks with proper pad level, keeps his feet moving and effectively uses his hands. Quick to the second level, adjusts to linebackers and moves well on his feet.
Possesses average strength at the point of attack, rarely gets movement and gets pushed around in the middle of the field. Arm length at the Shrine Bowl was just 31 inches.
McMahon is an athletic, mobile lineman who needs a running start into blocks. He's perfectly suited for a zone system, and while McMahon may never develop into a starter, his football intellect and ability to get the most from his ability could land him a reserve role.
KT Leveston
Kansas State
OT
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Powerful college left tackle who projects to guard on Sundays. Quickly gets off the snap, remains patient and stays square. Strong, keeps his feet moving and turns defenders from the action. Sinks his butt at the line of scrimmage, sets with a wide base and blocks with proper leverage. Makes good use of angles in pass protection, effectively uses his hands and knocks pass rushers from their angles of attack with violent punch. Keeps his head on a swivel, works well with linemates and always looks for someone to hit. Displays better-than-average footwork off the edge.
Bends at the waist on occasion. Minimally effective blocking in motion. Late and lazy with his hands.
Leveston was a durable college lineman with the size and strength to line up in a power gap system on Sundays. He's a late-round prospect with starting potential in a scheme that does not require him to cover much area.
Dadrion Taylor-Demerson
Texas Tech
S
Ht: 5-9.5
Wt: 192
Athletic defensive back with a versatile game. Instinctive, explosive and quickly locates the ball handler. Effective facing the action, tracks the pass in the air and has a nice move to the throw. Quickly picks up coverage assignments in deep center field, displays a burst to the ball and wraps up tackling. Moves well laterally, gives effort against the run and wraps up tackling. Forceful and flies upfield on the blitz.
Ran well at the combine yet does not show that speed on the football field. Slow getting out to the sidelines in coverage and finds himself a half-step behind receivers. Gets tall and lazy in his backpedal. Cannot stay on the receiver’s hip in man coverage.
Taylor-Demerson is a well-built defensive back with solid ball skills who turned in a better-than-expected combine workout. He possesses an upside and will have a career at the next level if he brushes up his technique and learns to play to his 40 time.
Garret Greenfield
South Dakota State
OT
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Tall, strong college left tackle who projects to the right side. Sets with a wide base, works to bend his knees and for the most part blocks with proper pad level. Terrific position blocker who stays square, gets leverage on opponents and seals defenders from the action. Large enough to block down or smother opponents completely. Outstanding with his hands, quickly gets them into defenders and rides opponents from their angles of attack. Solid run blocker who turns defenders off the line.
Struggles to adjust and shows stiffness in his game. Lacks footwork off the edge. Rumbles around the field and is ineffective blocking on the second level.
Greenfield has been a terrific small-school tackle and offers nice size as well as growth potential. He's a strongside blocking prospect who is singularly built to play in a power gap system.
Audric Estime
Notre Dame
RB
Ht: 5 - 11
Wt: 227
Powerful, downhill ball carrier coming off a career season. Displays outstanding vision, runs hard on the inside and keeps his feet moving. Picks up a lot of yardage off initial contact and works runs. Carries defenders and falls forward when tackled. Displays good vision, finds running lanes and effectively uses blocks. Picks up blocking assignments and gives effort.
Downhill ball carrier who lacks quick footwork and the ability to cut back against the grain or alter the angle of runs without losing momentum. Plays to one speed. Rarely used as a receiver out of the backfield and only as a short-yardage target.
After a solid sophomore season, Estime posted career totals of 1,341 rushing yards and 18 TDs last year. He's a one-dimensional power back who is best between the tackles and offers possibilities as a short-yardage or goal-line ball carrier.
Jha'Quan Jackson
Tulane
WR
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Slippery skill player who displays himself as a legitimate vertical threat while also being a game-impacting return specialist. Quickly gets into pass routes, stays low on exit then extends his hands and offers the quarterback a target. Tracks the pass in the air, adjusts to the errant throw and makes the reception in stride. Has a burst of speed and beats defenders deep. Used to run reverses and shows the ability to create yardage. Terrific punt returner.
Never had great production or was a big part of the Tulane passing game. Short with a smaller build and struggles in battles.
Jackson is an explosive skill player who can be used at receiver, as a return specialist and even running reverses on occasion. He possesses the speed and quickness to be a big-play threat, though Jackson must promptly pick up his production in the summer to make it out of camp.
Cam Hart
Notre Dame
CB
Ht: 6 - 2
Wt: 203
Three-year starter who flashes next-level ability. Mixes it up with receivers throughout the route, remains disciplined with assignments and does a nice job anticipating plays. Keeps the action in front of him, tracks the pass in the air and shows a good burst to the ball out of his plant. Quick closing to the action, gives effort defending the run and plays hard.
Slow flipping his hips in transition. Does a lot of face guarding and is late tracking the pass in the air.
Hart was phenomenal as a redshirt sophomore 2021 when he looked like a top cornerback prospect moving forward, yet he barely improved upon that season. Hart offers nice size as well as instincts and would be a good addition in a zone system.
Eyabi Okie-Anoma
Charlotte
EDGE
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Well-traveled pass rusher who flashes next-level ability. Moves well in every direction of the field, fluid if asked to twist or stunt and covers a lot of area. Focused on by opponents, comes out of a three-point stance as well as stands over tackle and shows a variety of moves with the ability to split double-team blocks. Keeps his feet moving, flashes power and knocks blockers back off the line. Can bend off the edge, stays with the action and makes a lot of plays behind the line of scrimmage. Fires to the quarterback with a burst of closing speed, wraps up tackling and brings opponents down in the open field.
Must develop more moves with his hands. Possesses a thin frame and is easily disrupted from the action. Started his college career at Alabama then moved on to three additional schools over a six-year college career. Posted only average production throughout college. Character issues have raised red flags.
An athletic pass rusher with nice size as well as growth potential, Okie-Anoma has displayed the ability to take over games in the past, but he has never been a consistent player. He possesses a great amount of upside, yet he also comes with risk and must start to live up to expectations. Okie-Anoma is worth considering in the very late rounds as a developmental prospect who could play on Sundays if he remains focused.
Jamari Thrash
Louisville
WR
Ht: 6 - 1
Wt: 185
Reliable pass catcher best in underneath coverage. Fluid releasing off the line of scrimmage, sells routes and stays low exiting breaks. Extends his hands to offer the quarterback a target, effectively uses the sidelines and makes the reception away from his frame. Adjusts to the errant throw, gets down to scoop up low passes and makes the reception in stride. Consistently comes back to the ball and works to make himself an available target. Plays with balance as well as body control. Tracks the pass in the air, gets vertical and competes to come away with the reception.
Does not play like a great athlete. Lacks deep speed and a second gear. Must sharpen and polish his route running.
Thrash turned in a career season after transferring to Louisville from Georgia State and then performed well during Senior Bowl practices. Though he isn’t the fastest receiver, Thrash has a knack for getting open, and his style screams punts returner, which will help him earn a roster spot as a team's fifth receiver.
Cody Schrader
Missouri
RB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Small-school transfer who was productive at Missouri the past two seasons then watched his game take off last year. Displays great vision as well as running instincts, possesses enough footwork to avoid piles and defenders and explodes through open running lanes. Hard-charging ball carrier who patiently waits for blocks to develop, effectively uses blocks everywhere on the field and gets as much as possible from each carry. Breaks tackles, picks up yardage off initial contact and falls forward when tackled.
More of a straight-line ball carrier who cannot quickly cut back against the grain. Runs with a bit of an upright style. Not going to beat defenders into the open field or run to daylight.
Schrader was one of the better stories in college football last season, rushing for 1,627 yards and 14 TDs after transferring to Missouri from Truman State. He's not a physically gifted ball carrier, rather he’s someone who does the little things well, which will be very attractive to a coach this summer.
Marcellas Dial
South Carolina
CB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Well-built, physical cornerback who is best facing the action. Quick flipping his hips in transition, aggressive and plays nasty football. Effectively diagnoses plays, runs well with receivers on crossing patterns and displays a closing burst. Effectively communicates with teammates in the secondary. Fires upfield to defend the run and wraps up tackling. Forceful on the blitz.
Must improve his backpedal and footwork in reverse. Struggles staying with receivers out of breaks. Too often off balance.
Dial is a physical corner who broke up 25 passes the past two seasons. He's effective when he can see the action and is best suited in a zone system or even backed off the line of scrimmage.
Beaux Limmer
Arkansas
OC
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Four-year starter who lined up at guard and center for Arkansas. Tough, explosive offensive lineman who showed consistent progress in his game. Displays outstanding blocking intelligence as well as wherewithal, gets leverage on opponents and stays square. Fundamentally sound, anchors in pass protection and blocks with leverage. Quick to the second level, shows ability in motion and gets a pad on linebackers to disrupt them. Fires off the snap, plays with a nasty attitude and looks to hit as many defenders as possible. Really improved his shotgun snap last season.
Not a dominant drive-blocking linemen and gets knocked around. Lacks smooth, fluid footwork in space. Possesses short arms that measured just 31.5 inches at the Senior Bowl.
Limmer was durable and versatile for Arkansas, effectively taking over the center spot last season after being the team’s right guard since his freshman year. He shows possibilities in a zone-blocking system, yet he must improve his playing strength to make a next-level roster.
Josiah Ezirim
Eastern Kentucky
OT
Ht: 6 - 5
Wt: 324
Athletic offensive line prospect who watched his game take off the past three seasons. Fires off the snap into blocks, effectively uses his hands and rides pass rushers from their angles of attack. Patient in pass protection, blocks with a wide base and stays square. Keeps his feet moving, displays solid footwork off the edge and knocks oncoming pass rushers from their angles. Effective blocking in motion, keeps his head on a swivel and always looks for someone to hit. Quick to the second level, adjusts to opponents and displays the ability to hit a moving target. Anchors at the point and holds his ground.
Gets tall run blocking and loses leverage. Lacks smooth footwork off the edge. Must get stronger.
Though a bit inconsistent, Ezirim is a good athlete with a large amount of upside who improved his game last season. He must do a better job blocking with leverage, but his size, growth potential and natural abilities make him worthy of being draft pick on Day 3.
JD Bertrand
Notre Dame
LB
Ht: 6-1
Wt: 232
Three-year starter who led Notre Dame in tackles every season since 2021. Instinctive, quickly picks up assignments and breaks down well. Agile, uses his hands to protect himself and immediately locates the ball handler. Attacks opponents, flows well laterally and wraps up tackling. Takes proper angles, is effective making plays in space and moves well in any direction of the field. Gets depth on pass drops, plays faster than his 40 time and quickly closes to the action. Makes the calls on defense, gets his teammates in proper position and keeps the action in front of him.
Not a great pursuit linebacker. Average cover skills. Watched his production and play drop off the past two seasons.
Bertrand is an instinctive, intellectual linebacker with average size and speed. He makes a lot of plays with instinct as well as hustle and could be a solid rotational linebacker/special-teams player on Sundays.
C.J. Hanson
Holy Cross
OG
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Mobile, athletic blocker who plays with outstanding fundamentals. Fires off the snap into blocks, is explosive at the point and turns defenders off the line and seals them from plays. Bends his knees and blocks with leverage. Quick to the second and even third level, moves well on his feet and can hit a moving target. Attacks assignments, always looks for someone to hit and keeps his head on a swivel. Easily pulls from the back side blocking in motion, works his hands throughout the action and keeps his feet moving on contact.
Not an overwhelming run blocker. Overextends on occasion. Really doesn't finish blocks.
Hanson was not on the scouting radar entering the season, but he played better and better as the year progressed and is now poised to be a Day 3 selection. He's an athletic blocker who could be outstanding in a zone system, though Hanson must improve his strength and learn to finish blocks.
Max Melton
Rutgers
CB
Ht: 6 - 0
Wt: 190
Athletic cornerback with next-level size who flashed ability. Physical and aggressive. Fires up the field to defend the run and shows force on the blitz. Agile, resilient and displays a burst of speed. Stays with assignments and is rarely challenged by opposing quarterbacks.
Lacks balance and is all over the place. Slow transitioning to run with receivers downfield. Struggles covering opponents on crossing patterns. Slow tracking the ball and does a lot of face guarding. Never fully developed his game.
Melton seemed to be a cornerback prospect destined for the first round after a sensational season as a sophomore, yet his game never improved. He's a terrific athlete who flashes ability rather than consistently making plays on the ball, and he must improve his overall ball skills and fundamentals. Melton comes with a lot of upside and could be overdrafted, yet he is a long way from being NFL-ready.
Myles Murphy
North Carolina
DT
Ht: 6 - 4
Wt: 308
Explosive defensive tackle with a huge upside. Agile, breaks down well and effectively uses his hands to protect himself. Displays an explosive first step off the snap, keeps his feet moving and shows the ability to run over blockers and make plays on the ball handler. Moves well laterally and out to the flanks, easily changes direction and has a closing burst. Immediately alters his angle of attack or redirects to the action.
Gets tied up at the point by a single opponent too often. Slow shedding blocks. Production has steadily fallen the past three seasons. Labeled by NFL scouts as someone you'd rather play against than play with. Inconsistent.
At the top of his game, Murphy presents himself as an athletic, game-impacting interior defensive lineman who also offers potential as a two-gap end. Unfortunately, he's been labeled by scouts as someone who doesn't play hard on every snap and did not live up to expectations. Murphy comes with tremendous upside, and if he prioritizes football, he will be productive on Sundays.
Andrew Raym
Oklahoma
OC
Ht: 6 - 4
Wt: 305
Tough, small-area blocker who was a three-year starter at center. Explosive, fires off the snap into blocks and keeps his feet moving. Stays square, jolts defenders at the line of scrimmage and works blocks hard. Gets to the second level then disrupts linebackers from their angles of attack with explosive hand punch. Displays a lot of quickness in his game, displays outstanding vision and does a great job picking up stunts or twists. Bends his knees, blocks with leverage and keeps his feet moving. Nasty and looks to hit as many defenders as possible on a single snap.
Tested poorly at the combine and solely looks like a power gap prospect. Struggles to adjust. Game has leveled off after what looked like a promising sophomore campaign.
Raym was a durable and solid center at Oklahoma who did the little things well and got the job done. Athletically limited, he's a small-area blocker who will flourish on Sundays in the proper system.
Jared Wiley
TCU
TE
Ht: 6 - 6
Wt: 259
Athletic tight end with a large upside. Fluid releasing off the line of scrimmage into pass routes, adjusts to the errant throw and makes the reception in stride. Extends his hands to make the catch away from his frame, possesses soft hands and looks the ball in. Runs solid routes for a bigger tight end, stays low on exit and positions himself to make the reception. Makes the difficult catch with defenders draped on him and comes away with a lot of athletic receptions. Stays square as a blocker and gets his hands into defenders.
Displays limited quickness and does not play to his 40 time. Must do a better job coming back to the throw. Ineffective as an in-line blocker.
Wiley has flashed ability the past two seasons and showed a lot of progress in his game last year. He possesses a large upside, and if he improves the details of his position and picks up the intensity as a blocker, Wiley could be a surprise starter in the future.
Kamren Kinchens
Miami (FL)
S
Ht: 5 - 11
Wt: 201
Well-rounded safety with next-level ball skills. Fluid, athletic and shows a lot of ability in deep center field. Tracks the pass in the air, quickly gets to the flanks and gets vertical then adjusts to come away with the pass defense or interception. Quickly reads or picks up coverage assignments, displays a nice move to the throw and has good hands for the interception. Plays heads-up football, possesses a burst to the action and wraps up tackling. Physical, fires upfield on the blitz and gives effort defending the run. Stays on the receiver’s hip out of breaks and nicely times his pass defenses.
Lacks elite secondary speed and cannot recover. Will miss tackles on occasion.
Kinchens was a ball-hawking safety at Miami, totaling 11 interceptions and 22 PBUs the past two seasons. He possesses solid size, offers scheme versatility and comes with a large upside.
Nathaniel Watson
Mississippi State
LB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Athletic three-down linebacker who makes plays up the field or in coverage. Moves well around the field, gets depth on pass drops and keeps coverage assignments in front of him. Displays good change-of-direction skills, moves well laterally and shows ability in pursuit. Forceful on the blitz and fires upfield to fill gaps in run defense. Breaks down well, uses his hands to protect himself and takes on blocks head-on rather than running around opponents. Quarterbacks the defense, makes the calls for the unit and gets teammates in proper position.
Does not always take proper angles to the action and overpursues plays. Often does not seem to play to his 40 time.
Watson was a super-productive run defender at Mississippi State who made an inordinate number of plays behind the line of scrimmage the past three seasons while showing ability in coverage. He possesses the size and speed as well as the athleticism and the potential to develop into a three-down defender.
Joe Milton
Tennessee
QB
Ht: 6 - 5
Wt: 236
Large and athletic signal caller with a next-level arm. Patient in the pocket, buys as much time as necessary and possesses a quick release as well as a live arm. Gets rid of the ball with a flick of his wrist, loses nothing throwing on the run and can make all the passes. Puts tremendous speed on throws and makes a lot of difficult passes due to his arm strength. Flashes the ability to beautifully place throws. Keeps his eyes downfield, takes the underneath outlet rather than forcing passes and is a legitimate threat carrying the ball. Runs like a big ball carrier, drives his shoulders into opponents and falls forward.
Misses wide-open receivers. Must improve his overall accuracy. Shows a lot of indecision and inconsistency in his game. Holds the ball too long in the pocket.
From a size, arm strength and physical ability point of view, Milton rates with any quarterback in this year's draft class. Yet he's been consistently inconsistent and only flashes ability. Milton has limited experience, starting barely a dozen games on the college level, and he needs work on his game from the ground up, but he comes with tremendous upside. He will reap big dividends for a team that is patient and properly coaches him.
Khalid Duke
Kansas State
EDGE
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Somewhat-athletic college edge rusher who projects as a 3-4 outside linebacker on Sundays. Plays with excellent pad level and balance and easily moves around the field. Gets leverage on opponents, keeps his feet moving and works his hands throughout the action. Resilient, stays on his feet and is quick-footed when changing direction. Agile, easily redirects and immediately alters his angle of attack. Instinctive, displays the ability to get depth on pass drops and is relatively effective in space.
Lacks bulk and gets handled at the point by a single blocker. Tested poorly at the combine. Never turned in overwhelming production at Kansas State.
As a sophomore in 2020, Duke showed a lot of potential with his ability to move around the field as well as rush the passer. While his game has progressed, he has not taken monumental leaps, and then he performed poorly at the combine. He's a situational pass rusher with upside, but Duke must quickly elevate his game to make it out of camp this summer.
Malik Washington
Virginia
WR
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Small but super quick receiver who was productive for Northwestern then Virginia. Often lines up in the slot, displays good route discipline and stays low exiting breaks. Separates from defenders and extends his hands to offer the quarterback a target. Tracks the pass in the air, possesses outstanding eye/hand coordination and lays out for difficult receptions. Quick-footed, creates yardage after the catch and keeps the play in bounds. Smart, finds the soft spot in the defense and breaks off routes to become the hot receiver. Adjusts to the deep throw and consistently makes the reception with his hands away from his frame. Totals last season included 110 receptions, 1,426 yards and nine TDs. Experienced kick returner.
Short and needs space to work. Possesses average speed and isn’t a deep threat.
Washington was a productive receiver on the college level who doubled as a return specialist. The lack of size and deep speed prevent him from being an early selection, yet Washington's route running, confidence and dependable hands make him perfectly suited as a slot receiver who should be selected during the draft’s final day.
Christian Mahogany
Boston College
OG
Ht: 6 - 3
Wt: 332
Strong, explosive blocker who did well returning from injury last season. Fires off the snap, plays with strength and is explosive at the point. Knocks defenders off the line and gets movement run blocking. Displays excellent vision, quickly picks up the blitz and looks to hit as many defenders as possible. Quick to the second level as well as pulling across the line of scrimmage and flashes ability blocking in motion. Moves well for a larger lineman. Squares into defenders and seals them from the action.
Lacks balance and is on the ground too often. Does not block with proper pad level or consistently get leverage on opponents. Late and lazy with his hands. Lacks of flexibility hurts his ability to finish blocks.
Mahogany was a highly considered interior offensive lineman after his sophomore season of 2021, but then he missed the following year with injury. He possesses the size and movement skills to play on Sundays, yet Mahogany must polish his fundamentals and, more than anything else, block with consistent leverage to have an NFL career.
Blake Fisher
Notre Dame
OT
Ht: 6 - 5
Wt: 336
Powerful run-blocking right tackle who is best in a small area. Strong, stays square and drives defenders off the line to open running lanes. Keeps his feet moving in pass protection, makes excellent use of angles and works his hands throughout the play. Fires off the snap, keeps his head on a swivel and always looks for someone to hit.
Must improve his balance and pad level. Marginally effective blocking in motion. Stiff and tends to fall off blocks.
Fisher is a powerful lineman with size as well as growth potential. He plays like a limited athlete and would only be effective in a power gap scheme.
Myles Harden
South Dakota
CB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Athletic cornerback with next-level speed. Quick-footed, smooth flipping his hips and easily moves to any point of the field. Tracks the pass in the air and has a nice move to the throw as well as an explosive closing burst. Instinctive, quickly recognizes the action and locates the ball handler. Plays with a good degree of suddenness and fires onto the scene. Effective facing the action and gives effort against the run.
Has a slight build and lacks strength at the point of attack. Not a secure tackler and has ball handlers running through his arms. Production has been average the past three seasons.
Harden is an athletic corner who plays fast and has shown solid ball skills. He has enough ability to line up in dime packages over the slot receiver, and Harden comes with special-teams potential.
Dylan Laube
New Hampshire
RB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Versatile running back who is effective as a receiver out of the backfield as well as a return specialist. Possesses outstanding vision handling the ball, patiently waits for blocks to develop and displays a burst of speed. Quick-footed, darts around defenders and piles and improvises when plays break down. Runs with balance, body control and resilience and works to pick up as much yardage as possible whenever handling the ball. Outstanding route runner who adjusts to the errant throw and consistently makes the reception with his hands. Possesses outstanding blocking vision and gives effort. Tremendous return specialist who alters the momentum of games.
More quick than fast and can’t beat defenders into the open field. Not a strong or big-bodied back who will pick up a lot of yardage off initial contact or move the pile.
Laube is a versatile skill player who does the little things well and can help a team in a variety of ways. He doesn't project as a feature runner, yet he has all the talent necessary to make an NFL roster as a third-down back who can also help out on special teams.
Marcus Harris
Auburn
DT
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
One-gap defensive tackle coming off a career season. Explosive, plays with proper pad level and gets leverage on opponents. Possesses a terrific first step, moves well laterally and keeps his feet moving. Resilient, athletic and agile. Effective with his hands, fluid if asked to twist or stunt and easily redirects to the action.
Lacks size and bulk. Easily blocked or out-positioned from plays. Lacks growth potential.
Harris is an explosive interior defensive lineman who gets the most from his ability and showed consistent improvement in his game. He doesn't possess much upside, yet he can be an asset as a rotational lineman in a four-man front.
Caedan Wallace
Penn State
OT
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Large, powerful right-tackle prospect who is best in a small area. Strong, gets movement run blocking and knocks opponents back off the line. Quickly sets up in pass protection, stays square and keeps his feet moving. Nasty, works blocks hard and effectively uses with his hands. Jolts opponents with violent hand punch, easily out-positions defenders from the action and is large enough to block down and engulf opponents. Possesses a thick lower body and a true NFL build.
Works to bend his knees, yet he tends to get upright in his stance. Bends at the waist, lacks footwork off the edge and struggles with speed rushers.
Wallace was a durable four-year starter for Penn State who nicely projects as a strongside or right-tackle prospect in the NFL. He must do a better job blocking with leverage, yet his size, power and nasty disposition are attractive for the next level.
Erick All
Iowa
TE
Ht: 6 - 4
Wt: 253
Athletic tight end with next-level size whose development has been stymied by injuries. Fluid releasing into pass routes and runs solid routes for a bigger tight end. Adjusts to the errant throw, displays reliable hands and shows the pass-catching skills of a receiver. Plays to his 40 time and is effective after the catch. Looks the ball into his hands, makes the reception away from his frame and takes a big hit yet holds onto the throw. Starts with great knee bend, blocks with outstanding pad level and quickly gets to the second or even third level to take defenders from the action.
Possesses average strength at the point and does not get movement run blocking. Occasionally lets the pass get inside him. Played in seven games last season before going down with a knee injury. Played just three games in the prior year with Michigan then was lost after undergoing surgery.
All is athletic tight end prospect with next-level size, speed and ability. He displays skills as both a pass catcher as well as a blocker, yet he moves towards the draft as a medical red flag. All is worth a roll of the dice in the late rounds due to his upside and the potential he brings when healthy.
Gottlieb Ayedze
Maryland
OT
Ht: 6 - 4
Wt: 305
Frostburg State transfer who did a terrific job at right tackle for Maryland last season. Moves well on his feet, effectively kicks out or pulls across the line of scrimmage and displays mobility as well as agility in his game. Works to bend his knees, is explosive at the point and stays square. Works his hands throughout the action, keeps his feet moving and displays good footwork in space. Keeps his head on a swivel, displays good vision and does a nice job picking up assignments.
Must improve his balance and strength and learn to finish blocks. Overextends on occasion. Doesn't get much movement run blocking.
Ayedze turned in a solid season for Maryland at right tackle, displaying solid fundamentals and athleticism in his game. He offers possibilities as a zone-blocking guard and should only improve after participating in NFL weight-training program.
Sam Hartman
Notre Dame
QB
Ht: 6 - 1
Wt: 205
Wake Forest transfer who is patient and poised in the pocket. Does not panic under the rush or make bad decisions. Reacts well under pressure and buys time for receivers. Gets outside the pocket to elude defenders and keeps his eyes downfield. Feisty, shows excellent awareness and knows where receivers are on the field. Tough and takes a big hit in order to get the throw away. Displays the ability to beautifully place throws. Puts touch on passes when necessary.
Struggles getting speed on the ball throwing on the move. Can’t withstand the rush. Needs to put a lot of effort in to get speed on throws. Looked more like a game manager in a disappointing season rather than the playmaker he displayed himself to be at Wake Forest.
Hartman was a terrific quarterback at Wake Forest, and the arrow was pointing north prior to last season after he transferred to Notre Dame, yet his play took a step back. He's a smart and competitive quarterback, but he may be nothing more than a backup on Sundays.
Tykee Smith
Georgia
S
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Once-dominant defensive back who finally made his way back from injury last season. Aggressive, remains disciplined with assignments and battles to make the play. Shows the ability to get his head back around to track the pass in the air and has a nice move to the throw and outstanding hands for the interception. Plays up at the line of scrimmage over the slot receiver, jams opponents to slow their release off the snap and possesses solid ball skills. Forceful defensive back who fires upfield to defend the run or on the blitz.
Slow out of his transition. Deep speed is a concern. Does a bit of trailing opponents down the field.
Smith was a dominant cornerback early in his college career at West Virginia before suffering significant knee injury in 2021 that slowed his development. At his core, Smith possesses outstanding ball skills as well as mental awareness and has enough ability to line up in dime packages on Sundays in either a zone system or over the slot receiver.
Justin Eboigbe
Alabama
DT
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Nice-sized, two-gap defensive end who successfully returned from a season-ending injury sustained in 2022. Plays with terrific pad level, effectively uses his hands and is quick in his all-around game. Shoots through the gaps to penetrate the line of scrimmage, immediately locates the ball handler and nicely redirects to make the tackle. Keeps his feet moving and displays power in his lower body and the ability to knock bigger offensive tackles off the ball. Bends off the edge rushing the passer, slides off blocks and gives effort.
Doesn't play to his 40 time or show a closing burst. Doesn’t get outside the numbers to make plays.
Eboigbe turned in a productive season after missing most of the prior year and was effective defending the run as well as rushing the passer. He comes with next-level size as well as growth potential and could end up developing into a real good two-gap defensive end in a few years.
Michael Barrett
Michigan
LB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Undersized yet explosive linebacker who played productive football the past two seasons. Athletic, gets tremendous depth on pass drops and covers a terrific amount of area on the field. Tough, intelligent and sells out to make plays. Forceful upfield on the blitz, breaks down well and uses his hands to protect himself. Fires through the gaps to defend the run, easily changes direction and shows lateral pursuit speed to the flanks. Quickly collapses outside-in to defend the run, immediately locates the ball handler and has a closing burst to the play. Fierce, squares into tackles and wraps up. Fluid pedaling in reverse, displays excellent range and effectively anticipates the action.
Lacks size. Easily out-positioned from the action or gets knocked around by blocks. Not a strong wrap-up tackler.
Barrett was a fierce linebacker who combined speed as well as instincts to make plays all over the field. His lack of height is a limiting factor, as he will be overmatched by taller tight ends in coverage, and he struggles getting through the trash to defend the run. Still, Barrett will have a spot in a one-gap defense and looks as though he could be a special-teams demon.
Demani Richardson
Texas A&M
S
Ht: 6 - 0
Wt: 213
Large, run-defending safety who displays solid cover skills. Forceful, fires up the field and wraps up tackling. Picks up coverage assignments over the middle of the field, stays with receivers on crossing patterns and displays a burst to the ball out of his plant. Works hard, moves well laterally and gets to the sidelines to make the tackle.
Often makes his first move up the field, which results in blown coverages. Did not intercept a pass last season and has just four in total on the college level. Lacks top-end speed.
Richardson would ordinarily be a highly rated strong safety prospect, yet the position is no longer a priority in the NFL. He has enough skill to be used in a zone system and comes with special-teams ability.
Jaden Crumedy
Mississippi State
DT
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Large, somewhat-athletic defensive tackle with scheme versatility. Explosive, displays solid first-step quickness and easily changes direction. Rarely off his feet and plays with balance and proper lean. Slides off blocks to get to the action, easily changes direction and moves well laterally. Gets down the line of scrimmage in pursuit of plays. Works his hands throughout the action, slices through double-team blocks and always gets leverage on opponents. Keeps his feet moving and works to make the tackle.
More of a first-move lineman who gets controlled by a single opponent. Turned in average production over his five-year career at Mississippi State.
Crumedy is a large defensive lineman who flashes power and shows agility on the inside. He possesses growth potential and must get stronger, but he comes with an upside and offers possibilities in a four-man front or as a one-gap nose tackle.
Deantre Prince
Mississippi
CB
Ht: 6-0
Wt: 190
Nice-sized cornerback who flashes ball skills. Battles receivers throughout the route, works to get his head back around and track the pass and nicely times his pass defenses. Does not back down from a challenge, takes on larger receivers and gets vertical then contorts to defend the throw. Works to keep the action in front of him, has a burst to the ball and quickly closes to the action. Works to get off blocks and make plays against the run.
Stiff and slow in his transition. Deep speed is a concern. Must improve his backpedal.
Prince was a consistent cornerback for Mississippi the past three years who consistently made plays on the ball or ball handler. He has enough ability to line up in dime packages and the versatility to be used in a variety of defensive schemes.
Brevyn Spann-Ford
Minnesota
TE
Ht: 6 - 7
Wt: 269
Massive tight end prospect who flashes next-level ability. Strong, stays square as a blocker and easily controls opponents in one-on-one blocking situations. Effectively uses his hands, shows ability blocking in motion and plays through the whistle. Extends his hands as a pass catcher, adjusts to the throw and makes the reception away from his frame. Offers the quarterback a massive target and displays strong hands. Consistent hands catcher who nicely tracks the pass in the air.
Not quick releasing off the line of scrimmage, plays to one speed and isn’t as fast as his 40 time. Drops too many catchable throws. Comes off a disappointing second senior season and was inconsistent throughout Senior Bowl week.
Spann-Ford was highly considered by scouts the past two seasons, yet he displays himself as more of a size/speed prospect than potential No. 1 tight end. He has an upside and possesses the size and underlying athleticism to produce on the NFL level, yet Spann-Ford must polish his game and quickly produce in camp this summer.
Ryan Flournoy
SE Missouri
WR
Ht: 6-1.5
Wt: 198
Iowa Western transfer who turned in two outstanding seasons for Southeast Missouri. Knows where he is on the field, uses the sidelines well and effectively tracks the pass in the air. Gets vertical to high point the ball over opponents, extends and exposes himself to the big hit and makes the reception away from his frame. Nicely adjusts to the errant throw and makes the catch in stride. Comes back to the ball to make himself an available target, possesses strong as well as soft hands and plucks the ball from the air. Displays excellent route discipline. Gives effort blocking downfield and gets results.
Not a quick route runner and tends to round off breaks. Really doesn't play to his 40 time. Possesses a bit of a thin frame and struggles in battles.
Flournoy has been consistently productive on the small-school level and showed improvement in his game the past two seasons. He’s a good athlete as well as a talented football player who could develop into a fourth receiver on a Sunday roster.
Dominick Puni
Kansas
OT
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Large, nasty blocker who is best in a small area. Outstanding position blocker who quickly sets up off the snap and stays square. Makes good use of angles, has the strength to turn defenders from the action and controls opponents in one-on-one blocking situations. Keeps defenders in front of him, keeps his feet moving and seals open running lanes. Plays with a violent attitude and works to annihilate opponents. Displays outstanding awareness as well as vision and works well with teammates.
Doesn't play like a great athlete. Lacks footwork off the edge. Must improve his balance in pass protection.
Puni had a terrific season at Kansas last year after transferring over from Central Missouri. He lacks the athleticism and agility to play left tackle, but he has the ingredients to line up as a power blocking guard.
Xavier Thomas
Clemson
EDGE
Ht: 6 - 2
Wt: 247
Athletic edge rusher who displays excellent movement skills. Uses his hands to protect himself, gets down the line of scrimmage to pursue plays and moves well laterally. Quick off the snap, stays with assignments and does more than just mindlessly rush up field. Very effective with his hands, keeps his feet moving and flies off the edge. Plays faster than his 40 time and has a burst of closing speed. Can play off the line of scrimmage, gets depth on pass drops during zone blitzes and displays good change-of-direction ability.
Lacks size and bulk and gets handled by tight ends or knocked off the line by offensive linemen. Was never super productive despite his athleticism. Never built on his tremendous freshman season of 2018.
After being limited to just three games due to a foot injury in 2022, Thomas returned for a second senior season and flashed ability last year. He's an athletic pass rusher who can be used standing over tackle or out of a three-point stance, but Thomas has growth limitations.
Walter Rouse
Oklahoma
OT
Ht: 6 - 6
Wt: 315
Durable, talented offensive tackle who started for five years on the left side. Sets with a wide base, works to bend his knees and stays square. Quickly sets up in pass protection, effectively uses his hands and seals defenders from the action. Keeps his feet moving, flashes the ability to be an overwhelming force and blocks down on opponents to take them from the action. Patient, displays outstanding awareness and works to get a pad on defenders.
Not quick or effective blocking in motion or on the second level. Lacks fluid footwork off the edge. Doesn't show a strong base and gets knocked back into the pocket.
Rouse was productive and durable on the college level, yet he showed a lot of inconsistency in his game. He's an average athlete who is not an overwhelming force, rather he possesses the tools and upside necessary to earn a spot on a practice squad.
Jaylon Carlies
Missouri
S
Ht: 6 - 2
Wt: 225
Oversized college safety who projects to linebacker at the next level. Displays solid ball skills between the numbers, keeps the action in front of him and quickly picks up assignments. Plays to his 40 time, fires up the field to defend the run and drives his shoulders through ball handlers. Jars opponents, wraps up tackling and creates turnovers. Tracks the pass in the air when facing the action and has a nice move to the throw.
Lacks quickness and speed for a defensive back and is usually a half-step late getting to the action. Stiff and struggles making plays with his back to the ball.
Carlies was a durable, sturdy safety who made a lot of tackles against the run and did a solid job in coverage. He's a traditional strong safety, yet in today's NFL he will be moved towards the line of scrimmage and used as a linebacker.
Hunter Nourzad
Penn State
OC
Ht: 6-3.5
Wt: 310
Durable lineman who started at guard, center and right tackle in college. Blocks with proper pad level, gets leverage on opponents and fires off the snap into blocks. Quick pulling across the line of scrimmage and gets out in front blocking. Fundamentally sound, stays square and correctly places his hands into defenders. Effective in pass protection, keeps his feet moving and shows the ability to slide in space. Uses all his assets to their maximum. Blocking down and smothers defenders to take them from plays. Effectively quarterbacks the offensive line.
Possesses average strength and struggles finishing blocks. Stiff, off-balance and often finds himself on the ground.
Nourzad was a terrific offensive lineman, first for Cornell then Penn State. He lacks top athleticism, yet his blocking intelligence and overall awareness as well as the ability to play multiple positions on the interior could help him catch on as an invaluable and inexpensive backup.
Ethan Driskell
Marshall
OT
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Two-year starter at left tackle who is best in a small area. Explosive, strong and always looks for someone to hit. Keeps his feet moving, works his hands and shows terrific power to turn defenders off the line and control them at the point. Makes good use of angles, consistently stays square and seals opponents from plays. Stays with blocking assignments and always looks for someone to hit.
Lacks smooth footwork off the edge and displays limited range in pass protection. Lumbering lineman who struggles to adjust. Displays limited ability on the second level.
Driscoll was a dominant run-blocking tackle for Marshall and projects as a power gap lineman who could back up on an NFL roster.
Jarvis Brownlee Jr.
Louisville
CB
Ht: 5-11
Wt: 177
Florida State transfer who mixes it up with opponents throughout the route. Does a solid job reading as well as diagnosing plays and stays with assignments. Agile, displays solid playing speed and effectively covers receivers on crossing patterns. Battles opponents to defend passes, rarely gets challenged by quarterbacks and works to get his head around to track the pass in the air. Stays on the receiver’s hip out of breaks and has a nice move to the throw. Gives effort against the run, quickly comes upfield and drives his shoulders through ball handlers.
Must improve the consistency of his backpedal and is all over the place with his footwork. Likes to side shuffle, which hurts his ability to explode to the ball out of his plant. Lacks size and gets outmatched. Trails opponents downfield and does not always position himself correctly to make plays on the football. Coming off a somewhat disappointing season.
Brownlee is well-liked in many areas of the scouting community and shows possibilities as a dime back who can play over the slot receiver.
Brady Latham
Arkansas
OG
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Tough, nasty blocker who is quick off the snap, blocks with good lean and fights throughout the action. Strong, stays square and easily controls defenders at the point of attack. Sets with a wide base, works to bend his knees and stays with assignments. Drives opponents off the line and knocks them from their angles of attack. Displays terrific blocking vision and attacks assignments.
Late with his hands. Must improve his overall blocking balance. Looked as though his feet were stuck in cement last season. Late getting to the spot when blocking in motion.
Latham was a durable four-year starter at left guard for Arkansas who entered his senior season graded as a potential mid-round choice. His game really fell off last season, and he moves towards the draft without an invitation to the combine and graded as a free agent. If Latham gets his game back to where it was in 2022, he’ll make a next-level roster and could develop into a starter. But if he continues to play the way he did as a senior at Arkansas, Latham may never make it out of camp.
Dwight McGlothern
Arkansas
CB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
LSU transfer who engages receivers at the line of scrimmage, jolts them with terrific hand punch and slows their release off the snap. Stays on the receiver’s hip out of breaks. Does a nice job getting outside leverage on receivers in downfield coverage, tracks the pass in the air and nicely times pass defenses. Effectively reads the action when facing plays, stays with assignments and shows a nice move to the ball.
Slow out of his transition and usually a half-step behind opponents. Possesses an average burst out of his plant. Gets tall when tackling. Coming off a disappointing and injury-plagued season then performed poorly at the Combine.
After a tremendous junior season at Arkansas, McGlothern moved into his senior campaign graded as a potential middle-round choice. He missed several games with a concussion last year and now moves towards the draft with multiple concerns. McGlothern offers potential as a bump-and-run cornerback, but he must clear combine medicals and get his game back to where it was in 2022 or he’ll never make it out of camp.
Zach Heins
South Dakota State
TE
Ht: 6-6.5
Wt: 255
Massive small-school tight end who is well-versed in every area of the position. Devastating blocker who shows power, squares into defenders and turns opponents from their angles of attack. Easily handles one-on-one blocking assignments, plays through the whistle and attacks opponents. Keeps his head on a swivel, always looks for someone to hit and displays eye/hand coordination as well as a sense of timing as a pass catcher. Easily adjusts to the errant throw, makes the reception in stride and keeps the play in bounds after the catch. Uses his large frame to shield away opponents, out-muscles defenders and makes the difficult catch in a crowd. Extends his hands to offer the quarterback a target and makes the reception away from his frame. Does a nice job following the quarterback across the field and finding the soft spot in the defense.
Lacks a quick release off the line of scrimmage, plays to one speed and isn’t a downfield threat. Overextends into blocks on occasion.
Heins is a terrific three-down tight end who can be used as a short or intermediate pass catching target as well as a blocker. He's more of a conventional player at the position rather than a true downfield threat, yet Heins has the skills necessary to make an NFL roster as a third tight end.
Lideatrick Griffin
Mississippi State
WR
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Undersized yet super-quick receiver with big-play ability. Fluid, smooth and possesses terrific quickness. Adjusts to the errant throw, nicely makes the reception in stride and is effective on crossing patterns. Works back to the ball to make himself an available target, extends and snatches the ball out of the air and away from his frame. Solid route runner who loses no momentum getting into breaks then stays low on exit and positions himself to make the reception. Quick-footed and displays the ability to create yardage after the catch. Impacts the game returning kicks.
Small and easily brought down at the point by a single defender. Needs space to work. Fast yet lacks a true second gear.
Griffin was a productive receiver for Mississippi State who showed consistent improvement in his game while also being a game-breaking kick returner. He offers possibilities as a slot receiver on Sundays, yet Griffin's biggest contribution in the NFL will come on special teams.
Carter Bradley
South Alabama
QB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Productive quarterback who was a two-year starter at South Alabama. Patient in the pocket, remains poised under the rush and buys time for receivers. Sells ball fakes, displays outstanding vision and quickly locates the open wideout. Spreads the ball around using all his targets, knows where receivers are on the field and delivers a catchable throw. Possesses a quick release and a live arm and gets the ball through the tight spots. Accurate and always gives receivers a chance to come away with the reception. Improvises when plays break down and does not force the issue. Sits in the pocket and takes a big hit in order to get the throw away. Does a terrific job controlling the offense.
More of a pure pocket passer who doesn’t pick up yardage with his legs. Possesses a solid arm yet cannot drive passes. Inconsistent with his deep throws.
The son of NFL coach Gus Bradley, Carter is a smart and poised game manager who delivers accurate throws with excellent timing. He lacks the great physical traits to be a starter on Sundays, yet he could be an asset as a backup on the sidelines.
Jordan Magee
Temple
LB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Undersized-yet-athletic linebacker who is best in pursuit. Fluid and quick. Goes sideline to sideline and covers a good amount of area on the field. Quickly gets to the sidelines in pursuit of the action and easily changes direction or redirects to the ball handler. Fast moving in every direction, plays to his 40 time and gets depth on pass drops. Works hard to get involved in the action, sells out to make plays and gives great effort. Instinctive, gets his teammates in proper position and leads the defense. Occasionally lines up over pass catchers on the flanks.
Possesses a thin build and is easily blocked from the action. Gets caught up in the trash. Not a forceful blitzer.
Magee is an undersized run-and-chase linebacker who is perfectly suited for a one-gap system. He possesses the physical and mental skills to play on Sundays and comes with a lot of special-teams potential.
Anim Dankwah
Howard
OT
Ht: 6 - 7
Wt: 375
Massive college offensive lineman with a large upside. Quickly sets up off the snap and works to bend his knees. Dominant at the point. Easily holds his ground or controls opponents once engaged in a block, keeps his feet moving and drives defenders off the line. Uses his size as an advantage and easily out-positions opponents from the action. Makes good use of angles, correctly places his hands into defenders and rides opponents from their angles of attack. Keeps his head on a swivel and always looks for someone to hit.
Lacks quick and fluid footwork off the edge. Heavy-footed. Not an athletic blocker.
Dankwah is a terrific story who has shown great improvement in his game after getting a late start to his football career. He’s strictly a right tackle/power gap blocker, and though he may never be a starter in the NFL, Dankwah has enough talent to make a roster as a backup.
Frank Gore Jr.
Southern Miss
RB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Productive four-year starter who missed significant time last season with a foot injury. Displays outstanding vision as well as instincts, has a sense of what's happening on the field and possesses a well-rounded game. Waits for blocks to develop, finds the running lanes and squeezes through the small creases of the offensive line. Strong for his size, runs with outstanding balance and has a compact style. Will pick and choose his spots on the inside, keeps his feet moving and runs hard. Possesses a quick start and stop with the ability to immediately cut back against the grain without losing momentum. Quick-footed, bounces around defenders and consistently runs north/south. Terrific pass catcher out of the backfield. Immediately picks up blocking assignments and gives effort.
Not a big back who picks up a lot of yardage off initial contact. Easily brought down at the point by a single defender.
The son of former standout NFL running back Frank Gore, Gore Jr. has been a productive ball carrier at Southern Mississippi and has a versatile game. He projects as a potential Day 3 pick for a team needing a situational back or third-down runner, yet the health of Gore’s foot will determine whether or not he is selected in the draft.
Nick Correia
Rhode Island
OG
Ht: 6-5
Wt: 338
Large, power gap lineman who blocks with a nasty attitude. Keeps his head on a swivel, stays with the action and always looks for someone to hit. Effectively works with teammates, blocks down on defenders and takes them from the action. Exceptional with his hands, keeps his feet moving and has a next-level build. Explosive run blocker who easily turns defenders from the action. Patient, fundamentally sound and works to bend his knees. Quick to the second level and out-positions linebackers from the action.
Rumbles around the field and is marginally effective pulling across the line of scrimmage. Struggles to adjust and gets beaten by quick, nimble opponents.
Correia has a next-level build, NFL power and a solid game. He's scheme-limited, but he projects nicely to guard in a power gap offense.
Braiden McGregor
Michigan
EDGE
Ht: 6 - 5
Wt: 272
Tall, somewhat athletic defensive end prospect with growth potential. Plays with excellent lean and agility and displays a variety of moves getting off blocks. Relentless and plays like his hair is on fire. Instinctive with the ability to quickly locate the action. Effectively uses his hands to protect himself and disengage from blocks, immediately alters his angle of attack and nicely redirects to plays. Shows ability standing over tackle as well as out of a three-point stance and plays tough, heads-up football.
Displays average quickness and speed and a marginal closing burst despite his 40 times. Lacks bulk and is easily disrupted by the initial block or completely out-positioned by opponents. Turned in marginal production for Michigan, including 42 tackles and 6.5 sacks the past two seasons.
McGregor looks the part and comes with outstanding computer numbers, yet he was primarily a part-time starter at Michigan who made most of his plays based on hustle. He comes with an upside, yet he needs to fill out his frame and start to produce to have a career on Sundays.
Julian Pearl
Illinois
OT
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Three-year starter who spent the majority of his time at left tackle. Tall with exceptionally long arms, agile and displays good range off the edge in pass protection. Quickly sets up off the snap, stays square and keeps his feet moving. Effectively works his hands throughout the action, makes excellent use of angles and keeps his head on a swivel. Shows the ability to pull across the line of scrimmage and block in motion and is much more athletic than his computer numbers would lend one to believe. Very effective with his hands, correctly places them into opponents and rides defenders from their angles of attack.
Must do a better job sinking his butt at the line of scrimmage and starting with better knee bend. Possesses average strength and really doesn't finish blocks. Inconsistent throughout his college career.
Pearl is a tall, intelligent lineman who was highly rated by NFL scouts at one point, yet he never elevated his game. He possesses a great amount of upside, but he must fill out his frame and improve his playing strength. He'll be a Day 3 pick and a developmental prospect with enough ability to make an active roster.
Jadon Janke
South Dakota State
WR
Ht: 6-2.5
Wt: 212
Nice-sized receiver with next-level speed and reliable hands. Fluid releasing off the line of scrimmage, possesses soft, quick hands and extends to snatch the ball out of the air. Competes to come away with the difficult catch, possesses outstanding focus as well as concentration and makes the difficult reception in contorted positions. Tracks the pass in the air, adjusts to the errant throw or gets down to scoop up low passes. Quickly gets in and out of routes, comes back to the ball out of breaks and uses his frame to shield away defenders. Fights with his hands to separate from defenders, gets vertical over opponents and high points the ball. Possesses outstanding eye/hand coordination. Experienced punt returner.
Lacks true deep speed or a second gear. Lacks an extensive route tree.
Janke was a productive receiver for South Dakota State who flashed big-play ability and continually improved his game the past three seasons. He possesses an NFL body and next-level hands, and he has the tools necessary to make an NFL roster as a fifth receiver.
Elijah Jones
Boston College
CB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Two-year starter who displayed consistent development in his game. Instinctive, quickly diagnoses plays and fires upfield to defend screen passes and running plays. Engages receivers at the line of scrimmage, battles throughout the route and has an explosive burst to the action out of his plant. Immediately picks up assignments, tracks the pass in the air and possesses a nice move to the throw. Effectively covers receivers on crossing patterns. Works hard to get off blocks and make plays on the ball handler. Squares and wraps up tackling.
A little slow flipping his hips in transition. Lacks top-end speed. Possesses a thin build.
After a slow start to his college career, Jones watched his game take off the past two seasons, totaling seven interceptions and 28 PBUs. He possesses next-level length and solid ball skills, projecting as a late-round pick or priority free agent who can line up in dime packages on Sundays.
Sanoussi Kane
Purdue
S
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Nice-sized safety with a versatile game. Quickly picks up and stays with coverage assignments, smoothly flips his hips in transition and does an excellent job tracking the pass in the air. Lays out and dives around the field to defend throws, plays faster than his 40 time and battles throughout the action. Locates the ball handler, takes proper angles to the play and wraps up tackling. Tough run defender who sacrifices his body to make the tackle and is consistently around the play.
Struggles staying with opponents out of their breaks and lacks a burst to the ball from his plant. Does a lot of face guarding in man coverage.
Kane is a large safety prospect who was a tackling machine for Purdue and really improved his ball skills the past two seasons. Best facing the action, he offers possibilities in a zone system and plays with a special-teams mentality.
Prince Pines
Tulane
OG
Ht: 6-4
Wt: 330
Massive interior blocker who displays outstanding blocking vision as well as intelligence. Attacks assignments and plays through the whistle. Starts with excellent knee bend and pad level, fires off the snap and moves well for a bigger lineman. Keeps his head on a swivel, always looks for someone to hit and works well with linemates. Very effective with his hands, plays with a nasty attitude and goes after opponents. Strong, gets movement run blocking and turns defenders off the line. Works to get a pad on linebackers to disrupt their angles of attack.
Injuries prevented his game from progressing last season. Does a bit of bending at the waist and overextending. Though he moves well for a bigger lineman, he would not fit a zone-blocking scheme.
Pines came into this season as a Day 3 prospect and played well when he was on the field. He's a power gap blocker with a decent amount of upside who could be a value pick in the late rounds.
Nathan Thomas
Louisiana
OT
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Two-year starter at left tackle who watched his game take off last season. Quickly sets up off the snap, blocks with solid fundamentals and gets leverage on opponents. Strong, knocks defenders back off the line as a run blocker and removes them from the action. Makes exceptional use of angles in pass protection, effectively fights with his hands and rides opponents from their angles of attack. Stays square, keeps his head on a swivel and shows outstanding awareness. Quick to the second level and is always looking for someone to hit.
Big-bodied lineman who shows stiffness in his game. Lacks quick and fluid footwork off the edge as well as lateral range. Cannot hit a moving target when blocking in motion.
Thomas is a powerful lineman who did a terrific job at left tackle for Louisiana the past two seasons, but he projects as a strongside blocker. He needs to polish his game, but he has enough ability to get consideration in the late rounds by a power gap offense.
Justin Rogers
Auburn
DT
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Massive interior defensive tackle who is best occupying gaps. Strong, resilient and stays with the action. Commands double-team blocks, effectively uses his hands and gets off the snap with a solid first step. Powerful in his lower body, knocks blockers back off the line and collapses the pocket.
Lumbers around the field. Best in the box and cannot get down the line of scrimmage to make plays. On the ground too much and must improve his balance. Limited pass-rushing ability.
Rogers is a big-bodied defender who occupies a lot of space and has the style to be a nose tackle in the NFL. His game is a bit one-dimensional, and Rogers comes with limited upside.
Javon Baker
Central Florida
WR
Ht: 6-1
Wt: 202
Alabama transfer who strung together two productive seasons at Central Florida. Quickly releases off the line, displays good route discipline and stays low exiting breaks. Uses his frame to shield away defenders and protect the ball, tracks the pass in the air and gets vertical to make the difficult catch. Effectively times receptions, displays eye/hand coordination and makes the deep catch in contorted positions with defenders draped on him. Fights to come away with the reception and works his hands to separate from defenders. Effective when he extends to make the reception away from his frame.
Plays to one speed and lacks the second gear. Has catchable passes slip through his hands. Unnecessarily lets the ball get inside him.
Baker is a nice-sized possession wideout who, for the most part, possesses reliable hands. He offers potential in a West Coast or timing offense.
Kyle Hergel
Boston College
OG
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Five-year starter who played at North Dakota then Texas State before moving on to Boston College. Strong, small-area blocker who gets the most from his ability. Blocks with good lean, fires off the snap and effectively places his hands into defenders. Strong, keeps his feet moving and turns defenders off the line or knocks them from the action. Anchors in pass protection, stays square and keeps his head on a swivel. Works well with teammates, displays outstanding blocking vision and hits as many defenders as possible on a single snap.
Lacks quick, fluid footwork in space. Struggles to slide in pass protection and displays very limited blocking range. Minimally effective in motion.
Hergel was a durable offensive lineman on the college level, and he projects as a potential late-round pick who can be an inexpensive backup on Sundays.
Luke McCaffrey
Rice
WR
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Super-reliable possession wideout with great bloodlines. Fluid releasing off the line of scrimmage, quickly gets into routes then stays low on exit and positions himself to make the reception. Adjusts to the errant throw, displays eye/hand coordination and possesses strong hands. Tracks the pass in the air, gets vertical and contorts to the errant throw. Effectively times pass receptions. Displays good route discipline and finds the open spot in the defense. Extends his hands to offer the quarterback a target and makes the reception away from his frame. Keeps the play in bounds and works to pick up yardage after the reception. Totals the past two seasons include 129 receptions, 1,715 receiving yards and 19 TDs. Son of Ed McCaffrey and brother of Christian McCaffrey.
Plays to one speed and isn’t a vertical threat. Lets catchable passes slip through his hands on occasion.
McCaffrey is a polished, productive wideout with a great head for the game. Though he lacks any great physical characteristics, McCaffrey is reliable, smart and productive. He’s a Day 3 choice and potential fourth receiver at the next level.
Taulia Tagovailoa
Maryland
QB
Ht: 5-10.5
Wt: 210
Small but intelligent quarterback who consistently finds ways to make plays. Patient in the pocket, throws with an over-the-top delivery and possesses a quick release as well as a live arm. Incredibly patient and buys as much time as necessary. Elusive with the ability to avoid defenders and make plays on the move. Spreads the ball around to all his targets, remains poised under the rush and consistently challenges the vertical game. Displays a sense of timing and does not have receivers waiting for the ball. Quick-footed carrying the ball, confident and displays great field vision. For the most part is accurate and does a solid job placing passes where only his receivers can make the reception.
Small, struggles withstanding the rush and gets brought down by a single opponent. Does not have much upside.
Tagovailoa was a record-breaking, three-year starter at Maryland who began his college career with Alabama. Though he may never develop into a starter, Tagovailoa possesses a polished game and enough skill to back up for a West Coast offense.
Jalyx Hunt
Houston Christian
EDGE
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Athletic edge rusher who began his college career at Cornell. Breaks down well, quickly locates the ball and stays with assignments. Athletic, fast up the field and gets out into space to make plays against the run. Moves well in every direction, shows ability in coverage and does more than just mindlessly rush up field. Easily changes direction and collapses laterally to pursue plays. Effectively works his hands to get off blocks, chases the action hard and makes plays as both a pass rusher and in pursuit.
Must get bigger and stronger and is easily out-positioned from the action by a single opponent. Gets hammered by larger offensive linemen on running downs. Plays to one speed.
After a terrific career at Cornell, Hunt turned in a productive season for Houston Christian last year. He's a situational pass rusher for the next level who can be used standing over tackle or out of a three-point stance, and Hunt should only improve as he adds bulk and strength to his frame.
Isaac Guerendo
Louisville
RB
Ht: 5-11.5
Wt: 220
Hard-charging ball carrier who is also effective as a pass catcher and blocker. Displays terrific vision, finds the running lanes and uses his blocks. Punishing ball carrier who runs with authority, puts his shoulders down into defenders and falls forward when tackled. Quickly regains his balance off the initial hit, possesses a quick stutter step and bounces around defenders to keep plays alive. Quickly gets into pass routes, adjusts to the errant throw and makes the reception with his hands. Effectively helps the quarterback sell ball fakes and is an outstanding blocker when called upon.
More of a straight-line ball carrier with limited quickness. Doesn't show much speed or burst on the field despite his Combine forty time and track and field background. Average rushing production throughout most of his college career.
After transferring from Wisconsin, Guerendo did a solid job in his role as a part-time player for Louisville. He's a multipurpose and versatile ball carrier who could make a roster as a short-yardage or goal-line ball carrier who is also used as a pass catcher out of the backfield.
Isaiah Williams
Illinois
WR
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Super-productive receiver who also doubles as a return specialist. Quickly releases off the line of scrimmage and fires into routes. Stays low out of breaks and separates from defenders. Adjusts to the errant throw, makes the reception in stride and displays a terrific initial burst after the catch. Nicely makes the reception on crossing patterns, tracks the ball in the air and extends his hands to make the catch away from his frame. Effectively times receptions. Settles into the open spot of the defense or comes back to the ball to make himself an available target.
Not a big or sturdy receiver and struggles in battles. Lacks the second gear and cannot run to the deep throw.
Williams has been incredibly productive the past two seasons, combining for 164 receptions with 1,770 receiving yards. He also averaged more than 10 yards per punt return, and he’s a great route runner with reliable hands. Though Williams may not wow anybody with his testing numbers, he has enough ability to make an NFL roster as a fourth receiver.
Beanie Bishop Jr.
West Virginia
CB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Well-traveled defensive back coming off a career season. Small yet feisty and works hard to make plays. Quick pedaling in reverse, flips his hips in transition and stays with receivers out of breaks. Tracks the pass in the air, plays with terrific awareness and has a quick burst to the ball out of his plant. Competitive, does not back down from bigger opponents and displays solid ball skills. Gives effort against the run and wraps up tackling.
Slow getting his head back around in man coverage. Overmatched by opponents. May be tapped out physically.
After a terrific season with Western Kentucky and a cup of coffee at Minnesota, Bishop ended up at West Virginia last season and had an outstanding year. Size is a limiting factor, yet his feistiness, instincts and ball skills make him the perfect dime back in either a zone system or backed off the line of scrimmage.
Matthew Lee
Miami (FL)
OC
Ht: 6 - 3
Wt: 300
Hard-working center who gets the most from his ability. Displays outstanding vision, quickly sets up off the snap and blocks with solid fundamentals. Bends his knees, gets leverage on opponents and effectively uses his hands. Keeps his feet moving, can slide in space and works blocks. Quick to the second level and displays outstanding awareness.
Small, lacks strength and doesn't get movement run blocking. Lacks next-level computer numbers. Possesses short arms and small hands and does not have much growth potential.
Lee lacks classic size for the next level, but he understands the center position and has a great feel for blocking. He performed much better than expected during Shrine Bowl practices, and he could make an NFL roster as a backup interior lineman in a zone-blocking system.
Tatum Bethune
Florida State
LB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Undersized run-and-chase linebacker who was productive defending the run throughout his college career. Breaks down well, uses his hands to protect himself and fluidly moves to any direction of the field. Plays faster than his 40 time, easily changes direction and quickly closes to the action. Gets depth on pass drops and shows ability in zone coverage. Squares and wraps up ball handlers.
Easily disrupted by blocks and gets caught up in the traffic. Lack of size results in mismatches against larger tight ends on passing downs.
Bethune was productive at both Central Florida then Florida State, and he offers possibilities as a nickel linebacker, but he must stand out on special teams this summer.
Jaxon Janke
South Dakota State
WR
Ht: 6-2
Wt: 211
Productive small-school receiver with reliable hands. Tracks the pass in the air, displays eye/hand coordination and extends to make the reception away from his frame. Displays soft as well as strong hands, plucks the ball from the air and adjusts to the errant throw. Finds the clearing in the defense, keeps the play in bounds and works to pick up as much yardage as possible. Outstanding downfield blocker.
Lacks a quick release off the line of scrimmage, plays to one speed and does not have a burst. Not quick in or out of routes. Comes off a somewhat disappointing campaign.
Janke was a productive receiver for South Dakota State, catching 244 passes and 29 TDs the five years he played for the Jackrabbits. His production dipped the past three seasons, yet Janke is a nice-sized possession wideout with reliable hands who would work in a timing offense.
Fabien Lovett
Florida State
DT
Ht: 6 - 4
Wt: 315
Big, strong, gap-occupying defensive tackle who is tough to move off the point. Plays with proper pad level and gets leverage on opponents. Attracts double-team blocks in the middle of the line yet holds his ground. Works his hands throughout the action, knocks blockers from the line and occasionally penetrates the backfield to disrupt the action.
Doesn't play like a top athlete. Minimally productive throughout his Florida State career and posted just four sacks the past three seasons. One-dimensional game.
Lovett is a strong interior lineman who does a nice job occupying blockers, yet he rarely makes plays on the ball. He possesses an upside, yet he has been one-dimensional and minimally productive at Florida State, which will likely force him out of the draft.
Kendall Milton
Georgia
RB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Nice-sized ball carrier who is best between the tackles. Patient, follows blocks and finds the running lanes. Has a burst through the hole, runs with authority and will pick and choose his spots on the inside. Possesses short-area quickness, sets defenders up and makes them miss. Drives his shoulders into defenders and falls forward when tackled. Accounted for 22 TDs the past two seasons.
Struggled with injuries last season. Lacks perimeter speed. Caught just 12 passes in four seasons at Georgia.
Milton is an interesting prospect, as he’s a quick-footed runner with excellent size and strength. He needs to put together a complete game and be more productive catching the ball out of the backfield, but Milton has a terrific amount of upside potential and should get late-round consideration.
Kamal Hadden
Tennessee
CB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Nice-sized cornerback who suffered a season-ending shoulder injury at the end of October. Effective facing the action, stays with responsibilities and quickly diagnoses plays. Remains disciplined, plays with excellent awareness and comes off assignments to make the play. Physical, does not back down from a challenge and takes on larger opponents. Displays a burst to the ball out of his plant, quickly closes to the action and plays physical football.
Loses receivers out of his transition when turning to run downfield. Does a bit of trailing in deep coverage. Coming off a serious shoulder injury that required surgery.
Hadden possesses the size and physicality to play on Sundays, but he must brush off his techniques and, more than anything else, prove no ill effects from the shoulder issue that halted his season last year.
Tyrice Knight
UTEP
LB
Ht: 6-0
Wt: 235
Athletic one-gap linebacker who makes plays all over the football field. Fast, moves well laterally and displays speed pursuing plays to the flanks. Easily changes direction, breaks down well and uses his hands to protect himself. Instinctive, stays with the action and gets depth on pass drops. Plays like a good athlete. Fires upfield, squares into tackles and breaks down well. Undersized and easily disrupted from the action or blocked from plays. Struggles in coverage and must improve his ball skills. Inefficient and does not always take proper angles. Knight was incredibly productive at UTEP, accumulating 391 tackles and 33.5 tackles for loss and breaking up 17 passes during his four-year career. He's an athletic one-gap linebacker who must polish his game, but he has enough ability to back up and play on special teams.
Tayvion Robinson
Kentucky
WR
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Fluid, natural receiver who has been productive the past three years. Displays good route discipline, easily adjusts to the errant throw and effectively times receptions. Quick-footed and fires into pass routes. Stays low on exit and positions himself to make the reception. Tracks the pass in the air, displays good eye/hand coordination and extends to make the reception away from his frame. Snatches the fastball out of the air.
Does not consistently come away with the difficult reception. Had a lot of catchable throws slip through his hands last year. Doesn't show much deep speed or a second gear.
Robinson consistently produced on the field since his days with Virginia Tech. He's been solid yet was never a great receiver and struggled through a difficult campaign last year. Robinson has enough ability to make an NFL roster as a fifth receiver and displays the desired skills to line up as a punt returner.
M.J. Devonshire
Pittsburgh
CB
Ht: 5 - 11
Wt: 179
Thinly built cornerback who is also productive returning punts. Displays solid footwork moving in reverse and flipping his hips in transition. Jams receivers at the line of scrimmage, quickly transitions to run downfield with opponents and does not lose a step to receivers. Stays with assignments, tracks the pass in the air and nicely times his pass defenses. Effectively diagnoses plays, gives effort against the run and squares into ball handlers.
Possesses a thin build, struggles to get off blocks and is easily taken from the action. Gets outmatched by larger receivers.
Devonshire carried high grades coming into this season and showed a lot of skill on the defensive side of the ball. He's a dime back prospect who must produce on special teams to make a roster.
Jaden Shirden
Monmouth
RB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Super-productive, small-school ball carrier with an explosive style. Displays outstanding vision, effectively sets up blocks and follows them everywhere on the field. Runs with authority and has a burst through the hole as well as the speed and agility necessary to turn the corner. Quick-footed, easily cuts back against the grain and makes defenders miss to create yardage. Outstanding open-field runner. Solid pass catcher who extends his hands and makes the reception away from his frame. Small, easily brought down by the initial defender and doesn’t pick up much yardage off initial contact. Tends to dance around too much rather than take it upfield. Shirden was incredibly productive at Monmouth, rushing for 3,200 yards and 23 touchdowns the past two seasons. He comes with size limitations, but his speed, agility and versatility set him up nicely to be a third-down back or situational runner on Sundays.
Travis Glover
Georgia State
OT
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Large college left tackle who is best in a small area. Sets with a wide base, quickly sets up off the snap and stays square. Makes excellent use of angles, effectively fights with his hands and keeps his feet moving. Explosive, knocks defenders from their angles of attack and controls them once engaged at the point. Strong and gets movement run blocking. Works to bend his knees.
Heavy-footed, cannot slide off the edge and lacks lateral range. Struggles to finish blocks. Lacks agility and cannot adjust.
Glover is an experienced four-year starter at Georgia State who lined up at both left and right tackle as well as guard. He possesses a massive frame, plays strong football and would be a good addition to a power gap offense as a backup right tackle or guard.
Evan Anderson
FAU
DT
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Wide-bodied nose tackle/one-gap lineman who moves well on the field. Fires off the snap with a quick first step, immediately gets his hands into defenders and flashes power in his lower body. Explosive, keeps his feet moving and penetrates the gaps to make plays behind the line of scrimmage. Attracts a lot of double-team blocks, plays with tremendous pad level and is rarely off his feet. Flashes the ability to get off blocks and make plays against the run. Easily changes direction or immediately alters his angle of attack then finds the ball handler and wraps up tackling.
Slow to shed blocks at times. Gets handled by a single opponent despite his size. Not much of a pass rusher. Small-area lineman who doesn’t get outside the box to make plays in pursuit.
Anderson possesses the size and nature to line up as a nose tackle on Sundays, but he must polish his game and be more consistent in his play. He possesses an upside and should get consideration in the late rounds.
Trajan Jeffcoat
Arkansas
EDGE
Ht: 6 - 4
Wt: 274
Tall, thinner defensive end/edge rusher who plays with good lean. Keeps his feet moving, flows laterally to the action and shows the ability to pursue from the back side. Quick up the field, bends off the edge and immediately alters his angle of attack to make plays behind the line of scrimmage. Uses his hands extremely well, keeps his feet moving and is fluid if asked to twist or stunt.
Easily controlled at the point or blocked from the action. Comes with average size and speed. Showed a lot of ability as a pass rusher early in his career at Missouri then watched his game flatten off.
Jeffcoat is an imposing figure on the football field who occasionally makes plays, yet he was never the dominant pass-rushing force scouts thought he should be. He offers possibilities standing over tackle as well as out of a three-point stance, yet until he proves otherwise, Jeffcoat is nothing other than a situational player for the next level.
Kedon Slovis
BYU
QB
Ht: 6-2.5
Wt: 211
Well-traveled college quarterback with a next-level arm. Patient in the pocket, keeps his eyes downfield and quickly gets the ball out of his hands. Puts speed on throws, gets passes through the tight spots and gets the ball immediately into the receiver’s hands. Athletic and picks up yardage with his legs. Easily rolls outside the pocket and looks for receivers. Throws with a fluid, over-the-top delivery and possesses a quick release and a live arm. Drives deep passes with speed, flashes the ability to perfectly place the ball and loses nothing throwing on the move. Displays a sense of timing on passes and does not have receivers waiting on the ball. Sits in the pocket and takes a big hit in order to get the throw away.
Stares down the primary target, does not find defenders in the secondary and forces passes into covered targets. Shows a lot of indecision under the rush and doesn't push the ball downfield or move the chains as he should. Makes a lot of questionable throws and is all over the place with passes.
After losing his job at USC, Slovis moved on to Pittsburgh then finally ended his college career at BYU. While he possesses the physical skills to play on Sundays, he showed a lot of inconsistency in his overall game. He must improve his defensive reads as well as his accuracy, yet his physical skills make it worth keeping Slovis on a practice squad.
Omar Speights
LSU
LB
Ht: 6 - 1
Wt: 235
Tough, instinctive linebacker who squeezes every ounce of ability from his talent. Quickly diagnoses plays, takes proper angles to the action and shows the ability to get outside the numbers in pursuit. Remains disciplined with assignments and flows well laterally. Fires upfield and explodes through gaps on blitzes and defending the run. Remains disciplined with assignments, does not bite on ball fakes and plays faster than his 40 time.
Lacks size, growth potential and overall athleticism. Gets caught up in the traffic. Average skill in pass coverage.
Dating back to his freshman season at Oregon State in 2019, Speights was a terrific run-defending linebacker who made plays all over the field. He's an outstanding football player, but he’s an average athlete with poor size, which will push him out of the draft; yet Speights has the instincts, intangibles and intensity to make an NFL roster.
Jacob Monk
Duke
OG
Ht: 6-3
Wt: 302
Relatively athletic interior offensive line prospect who is explosive at the point. Sets with a wide base, sinks his butt and blocks with outstanding leverage. Fires off the snap and stays square. Immediately gets his hands into defenders and properly places them. Keeps his feet moving and out-positions opponents from the play. Quickly sets up in pass protection, gives outstanding effort and works well with teammates. Lacks dominant strength and gets knocked around by bigger defensive tackles. Lacks smooth and fluid footwork in space. Struggles adjusting to opponents. Coming off an injury-plagued campaign. Monk was a solid college guard whose game struggled to improve last year due to an ankle injury. He possesses solid size as well as growth potential, but he must improve his playing strength.
Miyan Williams
Ohio State
RB
Ht: 5 - 9
Wt: 227
Strong, punishing downhill ball carrier who keeps his feet moving and picks up the difficult yardage. Displays outstanding vision and burst through the hole and uses blocks everywhere on the field. Solid pass catcher out of the backfield who adjusts to the errant throw and makes the reception in stride. Works runs and keeps the play in bounds after the catch. Stays with blocking assignments.
Not a creative ball carrier who makes defenders miss or improvises when things break down. Lacks the speed to turn the corner. Rumbles around the field. Coming off an injury-plagued campaign.
After a terrific junior campaign in 2022 when he accounted for 825 yards and 14 TDs, Williams was relegated to just six games last year due to injury. He's a short-yardage/goal-line ball carrier with limited upside who may never make it off a practice squad.
Isaac Rex
BYU
TE
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Dependable pass-catching tight end with average size and athleticism. Natural pass catcher who is fluid releasing off the line of scrimmage and displays terrific focus as well as concentration. Adjusts to the errant throw, extends his hands and consistently makes the reception away from his frame. Occasionally lines up in the slot, tracks the pass in the air and possesses eye/hand coordination. Plays faster than his 40 time and sneaks downfield as a receiver. Blocks with proper fundamentals and gets leverage on opponents. Fires off the snap and works his hands throughout the play.
Displays average quickness and does not show a burst. Presented himself as a short or intermediate target on the college level. More of a position blocker who cannot finish off opponents.
Rex was a solid tight end at BYU who was rotated into the starting lineup. While he's not a great athlete, he is a solid football player and offers potential as the third man on the depth chart as a move tight end.
Sunny Anderson
Grambling
EDGE
Ht: 6-4
Wt: 232
Game-impacting, small-school defender who constantly disrupts the action. Moves well around the field, plays with outstanding pad level and finds ways to make plays. Fires off the snap with a quick first step. Agile and fluid if asked to twist or stunt. Easily changes direction and immediately alters his angle of attack, plays with reckless abandon and keeps his feet moving. Plays with balance as well as body control and is rarely off his feet. Makes exceptional use of his hands. Quickly locates the ball handler, plays with a nonstop motor and slices between blockers to penetrate the line of scrimmage.
Doesn't show a great closing burst or play to his 40 time. Lacks bulk and strength and is easily out-positioned from the action. Handled by a single opponent.
Anderson is an athletic defender who was used out of a three-point stance as well as standing over tackle at Grambling. He comes with an upside, yet he must get stronger and complete his game. Anderson offers possibilities in the NFL as a situational pass rusher and special-teams player.
Daijahn Anthony
Mississippi
CB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Tough, run-defending safety with an aggressive game. Fires up the field, flies around the ball and works to make plays. Explosive, hard-hitting and drives through tackles. Quickly picks up coverage assignments and stays with the action.
Possesses average ball skills. Does a lot of face guarding and is slow getting his head back around to track the pass. Gets very grabby in man-coverage situations. Occasionally ducks his head and misses tackles.
Anthony had a successful first season at Mississippi after transferring from Liberty and possesses nice length, but he must be used in a system facing the action that does not put him in man-coverage situations.
Jalen Sundell
North Dakota State
OG
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Nasty, ferocious college left tackle who projects to guard in the NFL. Explodes into blocks, plays with a vicious attitude and overwhelms opponents. Sets with a wide base, bends his knees and stays square. Strong, takes opponents from the action and easily seals them from plays. Keeps his head on a swivel and gets out to the second level. Squares into linebackers and keeps them from the action. Fundamentally sound, works his hands throughout the action and anchors in pass protection.
Struggles sliding off the edge and cannot adjust to stunts or blitzes. Heavy-footed moving around the field.
Sundell is a tough, nasty offensive lineman who would do well at guard in a power gap scheme.
Bub Means
Pittsburgh
WR
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Big-bodied, game-controlling receiver who is effective as a downfield blocker. Quickly gets into pass routes, uses the sidelines well and gets vertical to high point passes over defenders. Tracks the pass in the air, fights to come away with the contested grab and displays strong hands to pull the fastball from the air. Strong wideout who uses his frame to out-muscle defenders for the reception and consistently makes the catch away from his body. Works hard even if he's not involved in the action. Gets to the second level or downfield and takes defenders from plays as a blocker.
Poor route runner who gathers into breaks and is off balance on exit. Plays to one speed. Was a bit streaky last season, and most of his pass-catching production came in bunches.
Means is a throwback possession wideout with reliable hands and a solid game. He's not a vertical threat and must improve his route running, yet his dependable hands and effectiveness as a blocker are attractive.
Willie Drew
Virginia State
CB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Athletic small-school cornerback with outstanding size and speed. Breaks down well, engages receivers at the line of scrimmage and quickly flips his hips in transition. Quickly runs downfield with opponents, gets his head back around to track the pass in the air and positions himself against opponents to make plays on the ball. Stays with receivers on crossing patterns, plays physical football and voluntarily defends the run. Effective special-teams player who stands out on coverage units. Must polish his game. Gets tall in his backpedal. Loses receivers out of his transition. Drew possesses the size, speed and athleticism to play on Sundays and has shown a lot of ability throughout his college career. He possesses an outstanding amount of upside, and his ability to produce on special teams should help him snatch a roster spot this fall.
Josh Proctor
Ohio State
S
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Hard-working, instinctive defensive back who has a good feel for what's happening on the field and does a great job anticipating the action. Quarterbacks the secondary, stays with assignments and gives a lot of effort. Fires up the field to defend the run, squares into tackles and wraps up ball handlers. Effective in coverage when facing the action.
Plays to one speed and does not show a burst in his game. Lacks lateral range. Has just three interceptions during his six-year college career.
Proctor is intelligent, instinctive and very tough, yet he comes with poor computer numbers. He has enough football ability to be used as a dime safety in zone coverage, and Proctor plays with a special-teams mentality.
Aaron Casey
Indiana
LB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Tough, two-down, run-defending linebacker who led Indiana with 190 tackles last season. Breaks down well, uses his hands to protect himself and wraps up tackling. Instinctive, quickly locates the ball handler and takes proper angles to the action. Flows well laterally to the play, slides off blocks and forces his way up the field to disrupt the action. Remains disciplined with assignments and does not bite on ball fakes yet is feisty. Fires upfield to fill gaps in run defense.
Displays limited quickness as well as speed and shows no burst in pursuit. Stiff and struggles redirecting to ball handlers. Not quick flipping his hips in coverage and does a lot of trailing downfield.
Casey is a nice-sized middle/inside linebacker prospect with a great head for the game. He has limitations, yet he possesses enough tools to make a roster for a defense that needs a two-down run defender.
Jeremy Flax
Kentucky
OT
Ht: 6-5.5
Wt: 360
Massive offensive lineman who plays big football and stands out run blocking. Strong, jolts defenders with explosive hand punch and easily knocks opponents from their angles of attack. Overwhelms opponents and engulfs them completely from the action. Works to bend his knees and quickly gets into run blocks or sets up in pass protection. Makes terrific use of angles and keeps his feet moving.
Must do a better job sinking his butt at the line of scrimmage and blocking with proper pad level. Minimally effective blocking in motion. Lacks smooth footwork off the edge. Lack of agility hurts his ability to finish blocks. Possesses short arms for a larger lineman.
Flax did a good job starting at right tackle for Kentucky the past two seasons. He’s a massive, power gap lineman best in confined quarters.
Kalen DeLoach
Florida State
LB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Safety-sized linebacker who has been productive the past three seasons. Quick, fast and covers a lot of area on the field. Moves laterally with speed, uses his hands to protect himself and has an explosive closing burst. Fires upfield to defend the run, sells out and works hard to get involved in the action. Quick flipping his hips in transition, gets depth on pass drops and quickly locates the action. Effectively communicates with his teammates and makes the defensive calls. Small and easily out-positioned by tight ends or blocked from the action. Slow to react and gets crossed up on coverage assignments. Inefficient and takes too many extra steps getting to the action. DeLoach is a was a high-flying college linebacker who was constantly around the ball making positive plays. His best spot at the next level would be strong safety, a position rarely used these days, so DeLoach will line up as a one-gap linebacker and is a prospect who must make it on special teams.
Renardo Green
Florida State
CB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Two-year starter who took his game to another level last season. Quick flipping his hips, battles opponents throughout the action and uses his size as an advantage. Physical and smooth, easily changes direction and gives effort defending the run. Effective facing the action, immediately diagnoses plays and locates the pass in the air. Stays with assignments and has a nice move to the throw. Must improve his backpedal and gets flat-footed. Slow locating the pass in the air and does a lot of face guarding. Intercepted just one pass during a five-year college career. Green displayed a lot of improvement in his game the past two seasons and possesses the size, speed and skill to be used in a zone system facing the action.
Thor Griffith
Harvard
DT
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Quick, explosive defensive lineman who moves well around the field. Plays with great pad level, consistently gets leverage on opponents and fires off the snap with an explosive first step. Focused on by opponents in the middle of the line, plays through the whistle and goes hard. Very quick with his hands and effectively uses them to protect himself. Resilient, rarely off his feet and keeps his feet moving. Immediately alters his angle of attack or redirects to the ball handler. Fluid getting down the line of scrimmage in pursuit of the action.
Easily slowed by blocks or controlled by a single opponent despite his size. Often out-positioned from the action. Does not display himself as much of a pass rusher.
Griffith has been a productive player at Harvard the past three seasons and is a mobile big man with scheme versatility. He must improve his playing strength, yet he’s worth a late-round choice and could see action as a rookie in a rotational defensive line scheme.
Daijun Edwards
Georgia
RB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Smallish downhill ball carrier who is also effective catching the pass out of the backfield. Displays outstanding vision, patiently waits for blocks to develop and will pick and choose his spots on the inside. Runs with good lean, keeps his feet moving and picks up yardage off initial contact. Strong, moves the pile and falls forward when tackled. Adjusts to the throw as a pass catcher, extends his hands and makes the reception away from his frame.
Not a creative ball carrier, cannot make defenders miss and loses momentum trying to change direction. Lacks the speed to be a perimeter runner. Gets crossed up on blitzes and misses blocking assignments.
Edwards was a productive two-year starter at Georgia who totaled 20 TDs during that time. While he got the most from his ability, Edwards will struggle to replicate his college game on Sundays.
Javontae Jean-Baptiste
Notre Dame
EDGE
Ht: 6 - 4
Wt: 252
Ohio State transfer who consistently made plays behind the line of scrimmage in college. Displays a lot of quickness and fires off the snap with an explosive first step. Immediately alters his angle of attack and redirects to the action. Breaks down well, works his hands throughout the play and is rarely off his feet. Plays with proper pad level and resilience and is fast up the field rushing the passer. Quickly locates the action and works hard to make the tackle. Moves well around the field.
Lacks size as well as bulk and gets handled at the point by tight ends or easily ridden from his angle of attack. May have no true position at the next level.
Jean-Baptiste made a living disrupting the opponent’s game plan on the college level, but he comes with linebacker size and defensive lineman speed. His best opportunity will come as a pass-rush specialist, though Jean-Baptiste must make his mark on special teams this summer to make it out of camp.
Emani Bailey
TCU
RB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Productive college running back who gets the most from his ability. Displays outstanding vision and displays a burst through the hole as well as short-area quickness. Avoids piles and make defenders miss, plays faster than his 40 time and displays the agility necessary to turn the corner. Quickly locates the running lanes, takes off upfield and will pick and choose his spots on the inside. Hits the hole hard and runs with authority. Quickly gets out into pass routes and extends his hands to make the reception away from his frame.
Small and doesn’t break tackles or pick up yardage off initial contact. Cannot run to daylight and plays to one speed. Lacks balance and can be all over the place. Not a smooth or fluid running back.
Bailey turned in a career season last year after being a part-time back in 2022 and was productive as a ball carrier and pass catcher. He's a solid football player, but he shows no outstanding physical trait to his game and lacks upside.
Donovan Jennings
South Florida
OT
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Somewhat-mobile college tackle who projects to guard on Sundays. Quickly sets up off the snap and displays footwork off the edge and a lot of ability in pass protection. Moves well on his feet, stays square and blocks with good lean. Makes excellent use of angles, correctly places his hands into defenders and is very effective using his hands. Agile, shows the ability to hit a moving target and gets a pad on defenders. Patient in pass protection and gives effort run blocking.
Inconsistent in his entire game. Does not always block with proper pad level or get leverage on opponents. Overextends into blocks on occasion.
Jennings was a four-year starter for South Florida and multiple-time, All-Conference award winner who primarily lined up at left tackle. He flashes a lot of ability, yet he teases scouts with inconsistent play. Jennings offers potential as a backup guard and comes with scheme versatility, but he must consistently play at a high level to make it out of camp this summer.
Mark Perry
TCU
S
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Tough, run-defending safety who flashes ability in coverage. Quickly locates the ball handler, takes proper angles to the action and displays a closing burst. Remains disciplined with assignments and keeps the action in front of him. Displays a nice move to the throw and gets a hand in to knock away passes. Sells out to defend the run and takes on blocks to allow teammates to make plays on the ball.
Does a lot of chasing down the field in coverage rather than covering opponents. Slow getting his head back around to track the pass in the air. Comes off a disappointing senior season.
Perry possesses the size as well as the speed to play on Sundays and shows a lot of skill in his game. He didn't display much progress last season and must hit the ground running in camp this summer to make an active roster.
Max Tooley
BYU
EDGE
Ht: 6-2.5
Wt: 215
Tough, instinctive linebacker who was productive at BYU the past five seasons. Intelligent, disciplined and does a great job anticipating the action. Effectively makes the defensive calls, works well with fellow linebackers and immediately locates the ball handler. Breaks down well, effectively uses his hands to protect himself and stays with assignments. Flows well laterally, slides off blocks to get to the action and redirects to ball handlers to make the tackle. Plays faster than his 40 time and shows the ability to get to the flanks in pursuit. Drives through tackles and wraps up ball handlers.
Possesses poor size/speed numbers. Not forceful on the blitz. Not great in space for a smaller linebacker.
Tooley was a productive run-defending linebacker for BYU, making most of his plays with instinct and hustle. He lacks next-level measurables and will have to make his way onto a roster playing special teams.
Nick Samac
Michigan State
OC
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Durable two-year starter with next-level size and growth potential. Intelligent, displays excellent blocking vision and does a terrific job quarterbacking the offensive line. Quickly gets into blocks, keeps his feet moving and knocks defenders back with violent hand punch. Stays square, works blocks and seals defenders from the action. Effective with his hands and anchors in pass protection. Effective with the shotgun snap.
Does not consistently block with proper leverage. Loses balance blocking in motion. On the ground too much.
Samac was graded as a potential late-round choice coming into the season, yet he never truly elevated his game. He possesses excellent length and growth potential and has a good feel for the center position which will help Samac stick on a practice squad at the very least.
Jarrian Jones
Florida State
CB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Mississippi State transfer coming off a terrific season. Aggressive, plays to his size and moves well around the field. Fluid pedaling in reverse, stays with coverage assignments and plays to his 40 time. Aggressive and works hard even if the play is away from him. Comes off assignments to give effort and attacks opponents. Solid job diagnosing plays. Cannot stay on the receiver’s hip out of breaks. Has tackles broken. Jones is a size/speed prospect who flashed ability at Florida State, but he was out of position playing over the slot receiver. He possesses a great amount of upside and offers the size to play in man coverage as well as the instincts to be used in zone.
Dallas Gant
Toledo
LB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Tough, hard-charging, run-defending linebacker who began his career at Ohio State. Breaks down well, holds his ground against opposing offensive linemen and goes sideline to sideline in pursuit. Strong open-field tackler who quickly gets out into space and to the flanks. Aggressive, always willing to stick his pads into the pile and stacks well against the run. Fires upfield and penetrates gaps to make the tackle behind the line of scrimmage. Quickly locates the ball handler, plays heads-up football and stays with assignments.
Better making plays up the field than in reverse. Struggles in coverage. Does not time well in the 40.
After a rocky start to his college career at Ohio State, Gant turned his game around the past two seasons and was a consistent defender for Toledo. Accumulating 233 tackles since 2022, he projects as an inside or middle linebacker, yet his inability in coverage and lack of pure speed is likely to push Gant out of the draft.
Gabe Hall
Baylor
DT
Ht: 6 - 5
Wt: 295
Athletic defensive line prospect who looks the part. Fires off the snap with an explosive first step, plays with tremendous pad level and consistently gets leverage on opponents. Effective with his hands, easily moves around the field and holds his ground against blocks. Keeps his feet moving, moves well laterally in pursuit of the action and covers a lot of area on the field.
Never had much impact or played with a sense of urgency. Easily controlled at the point by a single blocker. Must develop more moves to get off blocks.
Hall looks the part and had a terrific combine workout, yet he never lived up to expectations and has been marginally productive in college. He possesses a lot of upside, yet he must start to hit on all cylinders to make it out of camp this summer.
Austin Stogner
Oklahoma
TE
Ht: 6 - 6
Wt: 255
Once-highly rated tight end who possesses excellent length and flashes athleticism. Works his hands to separate from defenders and extends to make the reception away from his frame. Effective on crossing patterns and exposes himself to the big hit yet holds onto the throw. Displays route discipline and shows quick feet into breaks. Stays low on exit and positions himself to make the reception. Adjusts to the errant throw and gets down to scoop up low passes. Keeps the play in bounds and works to pick up yardage after the catch.
Average strength as a blocker. Inconsistent each of the past three years and never built upon his promising season of 2020.
As a sophomore at Oklahoma in 2020, Stogner showed a lot of ability and was expected to be a top-tier prospect moving forward. He bounced around between Oklahoma and South Carolina the past two seasons, never establishing himself or being a big part of the passing game. He possesses an upside and has the tools necessary to develop into a third tight end, but Stogner will be on the outside looking in when the draft is complete and will have to earn his way onto a roster as an undrafted free agent.
Trey Knox
South Carolina
TE
Ht: 6-3.5
Wt: 228
Athletic tight end prospect coming off a career season. Moves well around the field and plays to his 40 time. Runs solid routes and shows the ability to get into the secondary. Adjusts backwards, extends his hands and makes the reception in stride. Looks the ball in his hands and consistently makes the catch away from his frame. Squares into opponents and gives effort blocking.
Lacks blocking strength and is on the ground too much. Was more of a short or intermediate range target in college despite his athleticism.
Knox is an athletic prospect who flashed ability before really standing out as a senior. He offers a good amount of upside as a move tight end, though he must improve his blocking.
Blake Watson
Memphis
RB
Ht: 5 - 9
Wt: 195
Old Dominion transfer coming off a career season. Quick-footed ball carrier who sets up defenders, makes them miss and slides off tackles. Possesses outstanding vision, fluidly cuts back against the grain and has a burst of speed. Keeps his feet moving, gets a lot of momentum going and falls forward when tackled. Quickly gets into pass routes, extends his hands and makes the reception away from his frame. Solid open-field ball carrier with outstanding quickness and the ability to slip defenders. Patient and will pick and choose his spots. Helps the quarterback sell ball fakes, has good instincts and picks up blocking assignments. Just a short-range passing target. Runs with an upright style that leads to crushing blows. Possesses average size. Watson comes off an outstanding season in which he totaled 1,152 yards rushing and 14 TDs and added 53 receptions. He must learn to run with proper lean and behind his pads, yet he has enough ability to make a roster as a third-down back.
John Rhys Plumlee
Central Florida
QB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Feisty, playmaking quarterback with a live arm. Possesses a quick release, puts speed on throws and drives passes downfield. Patient in the pocket, makes proper choices under pressure and is elusive enough to escape the rush. Quickly locates the open wideout and challenges the vertical game. Relatively accurate and puts the ball in places where only his receivers can come away with the reception. Doesn't force throws and will take off upfield rather than tossing errant passes.
Stares down the primary target. Missed time last season with injury. Lacks size. Hands measured under nine inches during Shrine Bowl practices.
Plumlee was a solid quarterback at Central Florida last season after transferring from Mississippi. He makes plays with his arm and legs, but his lack of size is a concern and makes his projection to the NFL questionable.
Andre Sam
LSU
S
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Tough, aggressive run-defending safety who started his college career at McNeese State. Instinctive, does a good job with assignments in center field and quickly diagnoses plays. Takes proper angles to the action, fires upfield in run defense and drives his shoulders through ball handlers. Shows ability over the slot receiver, works well with cornerbacks and tracks the pass in the air. Keeps the action in front of him and does a nice job making the calls in the secondary.
Plays to one speed and doesn't show much burst. Late getting to the flanks in coverage. Must improve his footwork pedaling in reverse.
Since his days at McNeese State dating back to 2018, Sam has been a tackling machine while also showing the ability to cover the pass between the numbers. He has athletic limitations, yet he could line up in a two-deep or zone system while also playing on special teams.
Casey Washington
Illinois
WR
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Quick, explosive receiver coming off a career year. Fluid releasing off the line of scrimmage, shows good route discipline and consistently separates from defenders. Runs scissor-sharp routes, stays low exiting breaks and extends to make the reception away from his frame. Looks the pass in, quickly turns upfield after the catch and displays outstanding eye/hand coordination. Lays out and extends to make the difficult reception and works hard even if the play is away from him. Struggles in battles. Lacks true deep speed and a second gear. Never turned in great production for Illinois. Washington is a slightly underrated receiver prospect just hitting his stride. After a solid senior campaign, he turned in three outstanding days of practice at the Shrine Bowl and offers possibilities as a fifth receiver in a timing offense who can also return punts.
Jacoby Windmon
Michigan State
EDGE
Ht: 6-1
Wt: 235
Once-promising linebacker with good athleticism and good movement skills. Stays with coverage assignments and covers a lot of area on the field, Effective against the pass and shows the ability to cover tight ends. Tracks the ball in the air and possesses good hands for the interception. Agile, effective in pursuit and easily changes direction. Breaks down well and sells out on the blitz. Marginally instinctive and misreads plays. Inefficient and often takes improper angles to the action. Played in just three games last season. Windmon showed a lot of ability early in his Michigan State career, including his sophomore season when he collected 118 tackles. He's an athletic defender with solid size, yet he comes with questionable instincts and a game that's been regressing.
Ben Bryant
Northwestern
QB
Ht: 6-3.5
Wt: 216
Sixth-year senior who began his college career at Eastern Michigan then transferred to Cincinnati before finishing up at Northwestern. Vertical passer who is patient in the pocket, remains poised under the rush and possesses a big arm. Puts speed on all his throws, drives deep passes and lets receivers fight for the reception. Powers the ball through tight windows and puts touch on throws when necessary. Possesses a quick release and a live arm and shows outstanding timing on throws. Does not have receivers waiting for the ball to arrive and loses nothing throwing on the move. Sits in the pocket and takes a big hit in order to get the throw away.
Challenges the deep game at the expense of open receivers in underneath coverage. Indecisive and slow locating open wideouts. Slow making decisions under pressure. Injury issues the past two seasons include concussions.
Bryant was highly rated by NFL scouts entering the 2022 season, but he displayed inconsistency on the field and watched his production drop off. He’s struggled getting his game back to where it was in 2021, and while he possesses the physical skills to play at the next level, Bryant comes with medical and consistency concerns.
Kenny Logan Jr.
Kansas
S
Ht: 6 - 0
Wt: 205
Instinctive safety who is best defending the run. Effectively diagnoses plays and quickly locates the ball handler. Fires upfield and squares into tackles. Plays heads-up football, displays a closing burst and is constantly around the action. Racked up 255 tackles the past four seasons.
Displays limited quickness and cannot stay with receivers out of breaks. Makes a lot of plays in coverage after the fact. Struggles getting his head back around to track the pass in the air. Did not play with a sense of urgency last year.
Logan is a nice-sized, run-defending safety who stood out during his sophomore season before taking a step back last year. He's struggled during Shrine Bowl practices and projects as a traditional strong safety, a position not used by many teams in the NFL these days.
Ryan Watts
Texas
CB
Ht: 6-3.5
Wt: 214
Nice-sized college corner who projects to safety on Sundays. Physical, mixes it up with receivers and works hard to defend passes. Displays a nice move to the throw and a burst out of his plant. Effectively times pass defenses. Works to get off blocks and make plays upfield against the run or screen throws.
Slow getting his head back around and does a lot of face guarding. Trails in coverage and deep speed is a concern. Prefers to side shuffle down the field.
Watts flashed ability in college, yet he lacks the speed and agility to stay at cornerback. Best facing the action, he's a zone-safety prospect who must stand out on special teams.
Kimani Vidal
Troy
RB
Ht: 5-7.5
Wt: 215
Short, hard-charging ball carrier who is best between the tackles. Possesses outstanding vision, effectively uses blocks and runs behind his pads. Quick-footed, slides off defenders and slips through small creases. Grinds it out on the inside, does not go down without a fight and consistently runs north/south.
Not a creative ball carrier who can improvise if plays break down or avoid piles. Plays to one speed. Not much of a pass-catching threat.
Vidal is a powerful runner who consistently picks up positive yardage whenever handed the ball. He does have limitations, yet he offers possibilities as a short-yardage ball carrier.
Daniel Green
Kansas State
LB
Ht: 6-2.5
Wt: 240
Once-explosive and playmaking linebacker who. Sized well, athletic and fast moving in any direction of the field. Covers a good amount of area, easily changes direction and possesses a quick closing burst. Breaks down well, uses his hands to protect himself and flows well laterally. Nicely quarterbacks the defense and at the same time attacks opposing ball handlers.
Showed a tendency to overpursue plays and take himself from the action last year. Not forceful on the blitz. Easily out-positioned from the action despite his size. Gets caught up in the trash. Suffered a season-ending pectoral injury after three games last year.
Entering the season, Green was graded as a potential late-round choice before he was sidelined by injury. A sixth-year senior with no eligibility remaining, Green will have to quickly produce in camp to make a roster this fall. At the very least, he should receive practice-squad consideration based on his computer numbers and previous film.
Eric Watt
UConn
EDGE
Ht: 6-5.5
Wt: 268
Long, fluid pass rusher who flashes athleticism. Plays with good lean, easily moves about the field and quickly changes direction. Bends off the edge, works his hands throughout the action and pursues plays from the back side. Tough but also smart. Chases the action hard and is consistently around the ball working to make plays.
Possesses a thin build, cannot get off blocks and is easily out-positioned by a single opponent. Possesses just a short burst of speed and can’t pursue plays out to the flanks.
Despite receiving late-round grades, Watts was somewhat disappointing last season and did not turn into the pass-rushing terror scouts hoped he would. He has a long frame with growth potential and must add bulk as well as strength to his game, but he could develop into a defensive end for a four-man line.
Matthew Jones
Ohio State
OG
Ht: 6-3.5
Wt: 318
Large, powerful small-area blocker who plays with patience. Keeps his head on a swivel and stays square. Strong run block who fires off the snap, is explosive at the point and easily turns defenders from the action. Sets with a wide base, anchors at the point of attack and shows great strength. Works well with teammates and displays good vision.
Lacks agility and footwork in space and struggles battling quick, nifty opponents. Cannot adjust and at times looks like he's stuck in cement. Coming off a disappointing season.
Jones looked like a legitimate Day 3 choice after the 2022 season, but his game seemed to regress last year. He solely a power gap lineman who must play in a system that does not require him to cover much area.
Drake Nugent
Michigan
OC
Ht: 6-1
Wt: 300
Undersized center coming off a terrific season. Fires off the snap and is explosive at the point and quick to the second level. Stays square, works blocks and plays with tremendous pad level. Anchors in pass protection and shows the agility to adjust to oncoming defenders. Effectively quarterbacks the offensive line, works well with linemates and always looks for someone to hit.
Lacks a dominant base, struggles finishing blocks and gets pushed off the line on occasion. Does not display the great athleticism one expects in a smaller lineman.
Nugent did a tremendous job starting at center for Michigan, yet he lacks the underlying physical skills to start in the NFL. If he continues to improve his game, he will have the ability to make a roster as an inexpensive backup.
Jordan Whittington
Texas
WR
Ht: 6 - 0
Wt: 204
Usually reliable receiver who consistently finds the open spot in the middle of the field. Fluid, natural and displays good route discipline. Adjusts to the errant throw, extends his hands to offer the quarterback a target and consistently makes the reception away from his frame. Displays outstanding eye/hand coordination and makes the reception in stride. Nicely uses his frame to shield away defenders and protect the pass.
Not a sharp route runner and floats exiting breaks. Plays to one speed and lacks the deep burst. Has a long injury history from the past. Coming off a disappointing season.
Whittington is a reliable wideout with decent size and enough skill to make an NFL roster as a fifth receiver if he is medically cleared.
Keilan Robinson
Texas
RB
Ht: 5-9.5
Wt: 187
Part-time skill player who was a game-changing return specialist at Texas. Quick-footed, slippery and creates yardage when the ball is in his hands. Quickly gets into pass routes, adjusts to the errant throw and extends his hands to make the reception away from his frame. Patiently waits for blocks to develop and effectively uses them everywhere on the field. Smooth with the ability to quickly cut back against the grain and shows a burst of speed.
Has a very limited body of work and carried the ball only 12 times last season after 25 rushing attempts the prior year. Possesses average size. Hesitant and does not display great running vision.
Robinson is a fast athlete who shows a variety of skill, yet he lacks a complete game. Unlikely to be selected in the draft, his ability to return punts or kicks this summer will dictate whether he makes a final roster.
Reddy Steward
Troy
CB
Ht: 5-10.5
Wt: 176
Undersized yet physical cornerback who makes a lot of plays on the football. Tough, aggressive and mixes it up with opponents. Breaks down well, uses his hands to protect himself and displays smooth, fluid footwork pedaling in reverse. Explodes to the ball out of his plant, possesses outstanding closing speed and sells out to defend passes. Works to get his head back around to track the pass in the air and battles opponents throughout the route. Fires upfield and gives effort defending the run. Has broken up 29 passes the past two seasons.
Possesses a thin build and struggles in battles. Gets a little grabby at times, which results in penalties. Gets crossed up and misses assignments in zone coverage on occasion.
Steward was a consistent cornerback who displayed improvement in his game the past three seasons. He possesses a smaller build, but he has enough ability to play in dime packages on Sundays.
Willis Patrick
TCU
OG
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Massive small-area blocker who flashes next-level ability. Strong, anchors in pass protection and drives opponents off the line. Explosive, stays square and easily seals opponents from plays. Nasty and works hard to bury defenders. Keeps his head on a swivel and always looks for someone to hit.
Not light on his feet and struggles sliding in space.
Patrick is a well-traveled offensive lineman who did a solid job at TCU last season after transferring from Jackson State. He’s strictly a small-area blocker who is best in a power gap system and comes with limited upside.
Zion Logue
Georgia
DT
Ht: 6-5
Wt: 308
Nice-sized defensive tackle who plays through the whistle. Quick, explosive and gets off the ball with a terrific first step. Effectively uses his hands to protect himself, plays with good lean and easily changes direction. Moves well laterally chasing plays in pursuit, slides down the line and gives effort against the run. Flashes athleticism.
Consistently handled at the point by a single blocker and gets knocked off the line. Must be more consistent with his pad level. Struggled during three days of Shrine Bowl practice.
Logue was a solid contributor as a rotational lineman for Georgia, yet he must get much stronger and be more productive to have any chance of making an NFL roster.
Ja'quan Sheppard
Maryland
CB
Ht: 6 - 1
Wt: 194
Feisty cornerback with nice size. Stays with assignments, battles opponents throughout the route and physically beats them down to knock away throws. Aggressive, works to make the tackle and gives effort against the run. Uses his size as an advantage and displays a burst of closing speed. Effectively tracks the ball facing the action.
Must improve his backpedal. Rarely gets his head back around to track the pass in the air. Peeks in the backfield, which results in blown coverages. Downfield speed may be an issue. Has an unpolished game.
Sheppard turned in a solid season at Maryland last year after transferring from Cincinnati, yet he needs a lot of work on his defensive back fundamentals. He offers possibilities in zone, but Sheppard will have to earn his way onto a roster playing special teams.
Karsen Barnhart
Michigan
OG
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Versatile two-year starter who lined up at both left and right tackle as well as guard for Michigan. Works to bend his knees, blocks with leverage and keeps his feet moving. Patient, fundamentally sound and immediately gets his hands into opponents. Stout at the point, plays through the whistle and works blocks.
Does not play like a good athlete. Exploited by speed rushers off the edge. Lacks quick and fluid footwork in pass protection. Minimally productive blocking in motion.
Barnhart was a terrific offensive lineman for Michigan, effectively filling a variety of roles for the team. He lacks athleticism as well is upside, yet he could make an NFL roster as an inexpensive backup for a number of offensive line positions.
Tanner Mordecai
Wisconsin
QB
Ht: 6-1.5
Wt: 213
Nice-sized quarterback with a decent arm and next-level athleticism. Possesses a quick release, puts speed on throws and flashes the ability to beautifully place passes. Patient in the pocket, goes through progressions and spreads the ball around to all his targets. Puts touch on throws when necessary, effectively sets up screen throws and displays solid deep accuracy. Legitimate threat to pick up yardage with his legs and eludes defenders under the rush.
Late on timing patterns and has receivers waiting on the ball. Takes chances and forces the ball into covered targets. Passes can get away from him.
Mordecai is an underrated signal caller who did a solid job leading both SMU then Wisconsin. He needs to improve the details of his position, and most importantly the timing of throws, but Mordecai has enough ability to back up on the NFL level.
Sam Pinckney
Coastal Carolina
WR
Ht: 6-2.5
Wt: 212
Big-bodied possession receiver who was awfully productive the past two seasons at Coastal Carolina. Stays low exiting breaks, extends his hands and offers the quarterback a big target. Tracks the pass in the air, displays eye/hand coordination and plucks the ball out of the air with strong hands. Extends and exposes himself to the big hit in order the come away with the catch, uses the sidelines well and keeps the play in bounds after the catch. Uses his large frame to shield away defenders and protect the pass, effectively times his receptions and wins out for the contested throw. Works hard even when he's not involved in the action.
Shows little speed and does not have a burst. Rounds off routes. More of a contested-catch receiver than someone that can separate through routes.
Pinckney was very productive for Coastal Carolina, totaling 143 receptions for 2,023 yards the past two seasons and setting an NCAA record by catching a pass in 55 consecutive games. He's a throwback possession wideout who would be good to have for red-zone or third-down passing situations.
Isaiah Johnson
Syracuse
S
Ht: 6-3
Wt: 207
Large, physical college cornerback who projects to safety on Sundays. Aggressive, instinctive and quickly diagnoses plays. Jams receivers at the line of scrimmage and slows their releases into routes. Uses his size as an advantage and contorts to defend passes. Works hard to get involved in the action, wraps up tackling and brings opponents down in the open field. Effective facing the action, tracks the ball in the air and works well with teammates in the secondary.
Shows little in the way of quickness, speed or burst. Slow pedaling in reverse. Does a lot of trailing in downfield coverage.
Johnson was a reliable cornerback for Dartmouth then Syracuse and was mentally on top of his game. He possesses safety size, yet he comes with linebacker speed and is best in a zone system that asks him to play downhill.
Shyheim Battle
North Carolina State
CB
Ht: 6-1.5
Wt: 192
Four-year starter with next-level size. Physical, battles opponents from the snap of the ball and out-muscles them to defend throws. Correctly reads and anticipates the action, possesses a nice move to the throw and shows the ability to stay on the receiver’s hip out of breaks. Possesses a closing burst to the ball out of his plant, willingly defends the run and squares into tackles to bring opponents down in space. Defeats blocks to get up the field and make plays. Works to keep the action in front of him.
Has a long built and looks uncoordinated or off balance at times. Deep speed is a concern.
Battle was a terrific corner for North Carolina State, breaking up 32 passes and intercepting seven the past four years. He has speed limitations and may have to play in a zone system, and a move to safety is a possibility.
Drake Stoops
Oklahoma
WR
Ht: 5-9.5
Wt: 193
Tremendous route-running receiver coming off a career season. Fires into breaks, stays low on exit and consistently separates from defenders. Quick-footed, plays with outstanding balance and works his hands to separate from defenders. Shows good route discipline, tracks the pass in the air and adjusts to grab the errant throw away from his frame. Exposes himself to the big hit yet holds onto the ball.
Underneath receiver who lacks the second gear and deep speed. Struggles in battles.
Stoops was lowly graded by scouts entering the season, yet he caught 84 passes with 10 TDs last year and went on to have three outstanding days of practice at the Shrine Bowl. He's a West Coast receiver who also displays return ability and could end up as one of the better undrafted free agent signings after the seven rounds is complete.
Darrian Dalcourt
Alabama
OG
Ht: 6-3
Wt: 322
Three-year starter who lined up at both guard and center for Alabama. Wide-bodied blocker who displays ability in motion. Starts with excellent knee bend and stays square. Strong run blocker who is explosive at the point and knocks opponents off the line. Quick pulling across the line of scrimmage and displays solid footwork in space. Anchors in pass protection and is tough to move off the point. Stays with assignments.
Must be more cognizant about his hand placement. Gets knocked around by bigger defensive tackles.
Dalcourt was a durable lineman for Alabama and offers versatility. He possesses the size and skill to back up at center or guard in either a zone scheme or power gap blocking system.
Jaylen Key
Alabama
S
Ht: 6-1
Wt: 209
UAB transfer coming off a terrific season. Instinctive, quickly diagnoses plays and keeps the action in front of him. Uses his hands to protect himself, fires upfield to defend the run and takes proper angles to the action. Stays with coverage assignments, moves well laterally and displays a closing burst to the action. Efficient, works hard and wraps up tackling.
Turned in just average ball production, intercepting one pass and breaking up another last year at Alabama. Does not display great lateral range or speed.
Key was not on the scouting radar entering the season, yet after a great campaign for Alabama he is now receiving late-round consideration. Key is more of a traditional strong safety who cannot go sideline to sideline.
Kenneth Horsey
Kentucky
OG
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Powerful run blocker who is best in a small area. Sets with a wide base, blocks with good lean and fires off the snap. Explosive at the point, stays square and seals defenders from the action. Strong, gets movement run blocking and plays with a nasty attitude. Keeps his head on a swivel and always looks for someone to hit.
Missed the middle of last season with a knee injury. Minimally effective blocking in motion. Gets narrow-based at times.
Horsey was setting himself as a solid power gap blocking prospect, yet his development was hindered by last year’s injury. He lacks upside, but he can be an inexpensive backup on the interior offensive line.
Josh Wallace
Michigan
CB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
UMass transfer who started 10 games at Michigan last season. Feisty, instinctive and does a solid job diagnosing plays. Effective facing the action, possesses a burst to the ball out of his plant and nicely times pass defenses. Fires upfield, gives effort defending screen passes and running plays and wraps up tackling.
Struggles staying on the receiver’s hip out of breaks. Average size. Never intercepted a pass in college.
Wallace was effective for Michigan in a variety of roles last season and offers possibilities as a dime back, yet he is a prospect who must stand out on special teams to make a roster.
Damoriea Vick
SE Missouri
WR
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Underrated pass catcher who is best as a possession receiver. Quickly releases off the line into pass routes. Smooth and very fluid. Tracks the pass in the air, displays eye/hand coordination and gets vertical then contorts to come away with the difficult grab. Consistently extends to make the reception away from his frame and possesses soft hands to pluck the ball out of the air. Shows excellent awareness, uses his large frame to shield away defenders and gets vertical to high point the throw. Gives effort blocking downfield.
Plays to one speed and isn’t a deep threat. Struggled with injuries in the past.
Vick is a receiver who gets little mention, yet he shows the necessary skills to play at the next level. He's a bigger wideout with reliable hands who could make a roster if he plays well on special teams.
Trey Vaval
Minnesota State
CB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Missouri Western transfer who also helps out as a return specialist. Physical, engages receivers at the line of scrimmage and has nice length. Mixes it up with opponents throughout the action, competes hard to defend passes. Plays heads-up football and stays with assignments. Has a nice move to the throw and a solid closing burst. Comes with a track-and-field background as a sprinter.
Displays poor footwork moving in reverse. Slow transitioning to run downfield with opponents. Must do a better job getting his head back around to locate the pass in the air.
Vaval has flashed coverage skills the past two seasons while also productively returning both punts and kicks. He possesses excellent length and offers potential as a dime back in zone coverage as well as on special teams.
Jowon Briggs
Cincinnati
DT
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Wide-bodied gap occupier who flashes playmaking ability. Plays with excellent knee bend and pad level, fires off the snap with a quick first step and shows strength in his lower body. Effectively works his hands, displays good change-of-direction ability and keeps his feet moving. Consistently focused on by opponents in the middle of the line. Stood out during Shrine Bowl practices.
Must develop more moves to get off blocks. Consistently out-positioned from the action. Comes off a slightly disappointing senior campaign.
Briggs is a wide-bodied defensive tackle who combines strength as well as movement skills. He needs to develop a full game, yet he has an upside and will get practice-squad consideration this season.
Jahwar Jordan
Louisville
RB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Syracuse transfer coming off a career season. Patient, follows blocks and runs with good lean. Displays terrific vision, quickly cuts back against the grain and keeps his feet moving. Will pick and choose his spots, strings multiple moves together over the course of a single run and falls forward when tackled. Possesses the speed and agility to turn the corner, squeezes through the small openings of the offensive line and gets lost on the inside. Terrific pass catcher out of the backfield who adjusts to the throw and makes the reception away from his frame. Possesses a marginal burst and average playing speed. Doesn’t break many tackles or move the pile. Poor size/speed numbers. Jordan was a productive back at Louisville the past two seasons, yet he shows no outstanding physical skill to his game and really does not project well to the next level. He offers potential as a third-down back thanks to his pass-catching skill, yet Jordan comes with marginal upside
Gabe Wallace
Buffalo
OG
Ht: 6-6
Wt: 336
Massive offensive lineman who is best in a small area. Quickly sets up off the snap, blocks with a wide base and keeps his feet moving. Effective with his hands, consistently gets them into defenders and rides pass rushers from their angles of attack. Explosive at the point, Fires off the snap, stays square and turns defenders from the action to seal them from plays. Works to bend his knees, blocks with proper lean and easily anchors at the point. Makes good use of angles, stays with the action and works to finish off opponents.
Rumbles around the field. Ineffective pulling across the line of scrimmage and blocking in motion. Lacks footwork and lateral blocking range. Exploited by speed rushers, isn’t agile and struggles to finish off opponents.
Wallace was primarily used up at left tackle for Buffalo, yet he projects as a strongside blocker who is best at tackle or even guard. He’s a power gap lineman who must fine-tune his game, but he has enough ability to make an NFL roster as an inexpensive backup.
Jalen Green
James Madison
EDGE
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Explosive college pass rusher who was in the midst of a career season before sustaining a significant knee injury in last November. Relentless, breaks down well and goes hard. Primarily comes out of a three-point stance, does an outstanding job using his hands to protect himself and rushes the edge with speed. Displays good change-of-direction skills with the ability to immediately alter his angle of attack, covers a lot of area on the field and gets depth on pass drops when used off the line of scrimmage. Vicious pass rusher who flattens off the edge and plays with a nasty attitude. Gives effort against the run or screen passes, quickly locates the ball and shows good speed in every direction. Strong for his size.
Lacks bulk and is easily out-positioned from the action or disrupted from his angle of attack. Knocked around by larger blockers. Coming off a late-season knee injury.
Green terrorized opponents last season, registering 15.5 sacks, 21 TFLs and 50 tackles before being sidelined by injury. He's an undersized yet athletic one-gap defender who can be used as a situational pass rusher out of a three-point stance or standing over tackle, and he can play in space. Green was setting himself up to be a Day 3 selection before the knee injury, but now he projects as an undrafted free agent who may not be fully healthy in time for camp.
Maema Njongmeta
Wisconsin
LB
Ht: 5 - 11
Wt: 237
Undersized yet athletic linebacker. Fluid moving to any direction of the field, covers a lot of area and plays to his 40 time. Breaks down well, competes hard and works to make plays. Sells out on the blitz, fires upfield to defend the run and squares into tackles. Gets terrific depth on pass drops and quicky flips his hips transitioning into coverage. Easily redirects to the action.
Gets too amped up at times and takes improper angles to the action or fills the incorrect gaps. Bites on the play-action pass. Coming off a disappointing season.
Njongmeta showed a lot of ability as a junior in 2022, making plays against the run and on the blitz as well as in coverage. His production significantly dropped off last season, and Njongmeta never improved his game, then he measured under six feet tall at the Shrine Bowl. He's a pursuit linebacker who needs a free shot to the action, yet more than anything else, Njongmeta must learn to play within the system and be more disciplined.
McCallan Castles
Tennessee
TE
Ht: 6-4.5
Wt: 242
Nice-sized tight end who was dominant on the small-school level before transferring to Tennessee last season. Blocks with solid fundamentals, gets leverage on opponents and gives effort. Remains disciplined with blocking assignments and displays excellent vision and explosiveness at the point. Fluid releasing off the line of scrimmage into pass routes, tracks the pass in the air and possesses eye/hand coordination. Adjusts to the errant throw, extends his hands and makes the difficult catch away from his frame.
Was not very active in the passing game last season and caught just 22 passes. Displays average blocking strength despite his size.
Castles is an intelligent tight end with nice size who was highly regarded prior to the 2022 season. Choosing to transfer to Tennessee for another season on the college field, he was a situational player for the Volunteers and really made an impact. He offers possibilities as a move tight end and comes with upside, but Castles must get his game back to where it was two seasons ago.
Daequan Hardy
Penn State
CB
Ht: 5-9
Wt: 176
Small but feisty defensive back who doubles as a punt returner. Athletic, shows ability in man coverage and stays with assignments. Runs downfield with receivers, gets his head around to track the pass and positions himself to make plays on the ball. Aggressive, competes to defend the throw and gets vertical to make the interception.
Small and gets outmatched by opponents. Struggles staying with receivers out of routes and gets turned. Late recognizing assignments in zone.
Hardy was a solid nickel back at Penn State who added the element of punt returner last season and turned into a gamebreaker. He lacks next-level size, yet if he’s able to replicate his special-teams ability in camp this summer, Hardy should make an active roster.
Grant Smith
South Dakota Mines
OG
Ht: 6-5
Wt: 345
Massive, wide-bodied blocker with outstanding power and football intelligence. Powerful, bends his knees and blocks with leverage. Stay square, seals opponents from the from the action and easily turns them off the line to open running lanes. Keeps his feet moving on contact, works his hands throughout the action and displays outstanding awareness. Keeps his head on a swivel and works well with teammates.
Lacks smooth and fluid footwork in space. Heavy-footed and lumbers around the field. Has a bit of a flabby body.
Smith was an overwhelming blocker on the small-school level, but he is singularly a power gap lineman who can only play in a very small area.
Jarveon Howard
Alcorn State
RB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Former Syracuse transfer who displays a versatile game. Patient, displays excellent vision and runs with an aggressive style. Quick-footed in a small area, effectively follows blocks and shows the ability to make defenders miss. Keeps his feet moving, does not go down without a fight and can also cut back against the grain without losing momentum. Quickly gets out of the backfield into pass routes and displays reliable hands. Immediately picks up blocking assignments.
Runs with a bit of an upright style. Stopped dead in his tracks by the initial defender more often than not. Not a truly creative ball handler. Plays to one speed and lacks a burst.
Howard was given Day 3 grades from scouts entering the season, but he comes off a disappointing campaign and has dropped out of late-round consideration. He offers versatility as a situational runner and pass catcher out of the backfield, yet his upright running style is sure to raise red flags with NFL decision-makers.
Jordan Travis
Florida State
QB
Ht: 6-1
Wt: 200
Athletic signal caller who is equally as effective running with the football as he is throwing it. Patient in the pocket, buys time for receivers and moves around waiting for targets to come free. Keeps his eyes downfield, looks for pass catchers rather than pass rushers and does not take off upfield unless it's completely necessary. Possesses a live arm, powers the ball through tight windows and effectively sets up screen throws. Legitimate threat to pick up yardage with his legs who displays a lot of toughness carrying the ball. Looks like a smaller cutback runner carrying the football.
Tends to stare down the primary target and isn’t averse to forcing the ball to covered targets. Small, lacks pocket stature and cannot withstand the rush. Late with passes and often releases the ball off his back foot. Sprays throws and must improve his pass placement. Hands measured under nine inches at the Shrine Bowl. Suffered a serious injury to his left leg last November and was still in a boot this past February.
Travis was outstanding college quarterback and a great story last season, helping lead Florida State to an undefeated regular season and the ACC title. He does not project all that well to the next level, as he is more of a thrower than a passer and must now rebound from a serious leg injury.
Marcellus Johnson
Missouri
OT
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Eastern Michigan transfer who rarely saw the field last season after suffering an ankle injury. Quick, mobile left tackle prospect with an upside. Bends his knees, blocks with solid fundamentals and displays terrific lateral range off the edge in pass protection. Very quick with his hands, keeps his feet moving and stays square. Fires into run blocks, gets out to the second level and is effective in motion. Patient and displays excellent blocking vision.
Possesses average strength and struggles to finish blocks. Started just one game last season at right guard.
I rated Johnson highly as a left tackle prospect off the 2022 film, handing him a better grade than his more highly touted teammate Sidy Sow, the 2023 fourth-round pick of the New England Patriots who started 13 games as a rookie last season. The ankle injury set Johnson back last year and he'll now fall out of the draft, yet his upside and prior film almost guarantee him a spot on the practice squad.
Christian Duffie
Kansas State
OG
Ht: 6-4.5
Wt: 310
Durable four-year starting tackle who projects to guard on Sundays. Starts with excellent knee bend, blocks with leverage and quickly gets his hands into defenders. Sets with a wide base, stays square and works to finish off opponents. Keeps his feet moving, displays outstanding vision and quickly picks up the blitz. Flashes the ability to slide off the edge and shows excellent range. Quick to the second level, gets a pad on defenders and seals them from the action.
Struggled last season and did not improve from 2022. Exploited by speed rushers. Bends at the waist or overextends.
McDuffie looked like a legitimate next-level prospect during the 2022 season, displaying himself as an athletic right tackle who was effective blocking in motion. He struggled last year and now moves towards the draft as a major question mark. McDuffie possesses the size and previously displayed the ability to back up at guard on Sundays.
Zion Nelson
Miami-Fl
OT
Ht: 6-4.5
Wt: 328
One-time highly touted prospect who shows explosiveness. Patient pass protector who stays square and seals defenders from the edge. Adjusts to inside moves and is strong enough to turn opponents off the line run blocking. Bends his knees, blocks with excellent pad level and keeps his head on a swivel.
Must improve his blocking balance. Lacks lateral range in pass protection. Fractured his knee in the first game of the 2022 season and has not seen playing time since.
As a freshman at Miami in 2019, Nelson presented himself as the next great offensive line prospect from the program, but his game leveled off and he has yet to recover from the significant knee injury he suffered two years ago. Nelson is presently undraftable and will have to be medically cleared to get an invite to camp, where Nelson must prove he can get his game back to where it was almost 5 years ago.
Jalon Calhoun
Duke
WR
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Productive four-year starting receiver who also made an impact returning punts. Works routes, uses his hands to separate from defenders and stays low exiting breaks. Nicely adjusts to the errant throw, possesses eye/hand coordination and makes the difficult catch in a crowd. Possesses soft hands and snatches the ball out of the air and away from his frame. Finds the clearing in the defense and works to pick up yardage after his catch. Quick-footed and creates yardage when the ball is in his hands.
Smaller receiver who loses out in battles. Lacks top-end speed.
Calhoun is a slot receiver who is small in stature yet plays tough football. The ability to productively return punts this summer will determine whether he makes an active roster.
Storm Duck
Louisville
CB
Ht: 6-0
Wt: 201
North Carolina transfer with good size. Aggressive and attacks opponents. Works to get his head around to track the pass in the air, has a nice move to the throw and effectively covers receivers on crossing patterns. Plays heads-up football, possesses good hands for the interception and gives effort defending the run.
Stiff and mechanical pedaling in reverse. Indecisive. Slow reacting to receivers’ moves off the line, not quick in his transition and consistently a half-step behind opponents. Coming off a very disappointing campaign.
Scouts gave Duck a mid-round grade entering the 2022 season, and he played up the expectation. Rather than enter the draft, he chose to transfer to Louisville and struggled through a subpar campaign where he was a part-time starter. He must get his game back to where it was in 2022 to get out of camp this summer.
Josh DeBerry
Texas A&M
CB
Ht: 5-11
Wt: 180
Former Boston College cornerback who was used in a variety of roles at Texas A&M. Physical, jams receivers at the line of scrimmage and gives effort defending the run. Quick flipping his hips in transition, stays with coverage assignments and displays a burst to the ball out of his plant. Effective facing the action, tracks the pass in the air and possesses good hands for the interception. Instinctive and quickly recognizes assignments. Not afraid to throw his body around the field in order to make the tackle.
Does more side shuffling or sidestepping downfield than backpedaling, which hurts his ability to break to the throw. Slow getting his head back around in man coverage and does a lot of face guarding. Undersized with his short arms and small hands.
DeBerry was a pesky defensive back at both schools he played for and has enough ability to line up in dime packages as well as play special teams.
Jonathan Mendoza
Yale
OT
Ht: 6-8
Wt: 324
Massive blocker with experience at both left and right tackle. Possesses outstanding length, works to bend his knees and blocks with leverage. Patient and stays square. Large enough to engulf opponents or out-position them from the action. Quickly gets into blocks, shows strength at the point and fights with his hands throughout the action. Jolts defenders with terrific hand punch and controls them once engaged at the point of attack.
Lacks quick and fluid footwork off the edge. Rumbles around the field and is ineffective blocking in motion. Lacks athleticism.
Mendoza is a tough strongside blocker who is best in the running game. He possesses the size and the ability to be given consideration as a backup right tackle, though Mendoza comes with athletic and scheme limitations.
Hayden Hatten
Idaho
WR
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Super-productive college wideout with a reliable game. Quick-footed, smooth releasing off the line of scrimmage and sells routes. Possesses terrific eye/hand coordination, knows where he is on the field and displays good route discipline. Easily adjusts backwards and grabs the errant throw from the air, keeps the play in bounds and works to pick up positive yardage. Consistently settles into the open spot of the defense to make himself an available target. Uses the sidelines well, extends his hands and snatches the ball out of the air. Tracks the pass in the air, gets vertical and high points the throw over defenders. Gives effort blocking even if he’s not involved in the action and gets results.
Plays to one speed, lacks a burst and is more of a possession wideout. Not quick in or out of routes. Average run-after-the-catch skill.
Combining for 176 receptions, 2,440 receiving yards and 25 TDs the past two seasons, Hatten is a possession receiver who could make a roster as a fifth wideout.
Joshua Heyward
Benedict
CB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Nice-sized corner with next-level physical skills. Quick flipping his hips in transition, engages receivers at the line of scrimmage and mixes it up throughout the route. Stays with coverage assignments, breaks down well and works hard to make plays. Quick-footed, runs with opponents anywhere on the field and displays a solid burst to the ball out of his plant. Gives effort against the run.
Hesitates and ends up a half-step behind the action. Inefficient and does not consistently take proper angles to the action. Must polish his backpedal, as his footwork is all over the place.
Heyward is a solid developmental cornerback with a large upside and the physical skills necessary to make an NFL roster. He needs a lot of work to finish his game, yet at the very least he should be kept on a practice squad next fall for future development.
Joshua Cephus
UTSA
WR
Ht: 6-2.5
Wt: 189
Underrated pass catcher with outstanding production and reliable hands. Fluid releasing off the line of scrimmage, displays terrific route discipline and comes back to the ball out of breaks. Tracks the pass in the air, gets vertical and competes to make the reception. Nicely adjusts or contorts in midair and consistently makes the reception with his hands away from his frame. Possesses strong hands and plucks the ball from the air. Uses his frame to shield away defenders and protect the pass. Immediately turns it upfield after the catch and works to pick up as much yardage as possible.
Lacks quickness as well as speed. Not a downfield threat. Really shows no burst in his game.
For the past two seasons, Cephus has been the go-to guy in the UTSA passing offense opponents could not stop. He possesses no outstanding physical trait in his game, yet his dependability and pass-catching hands could help him catch on as a fifth receiver.
Tyler Owens
Texas Tech
S
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
University of Texas transfer coming off a career season. Large, forceful safety who remains disciplined with assignments. Physical, has an explosive nature to his game and works hard. Displays solid footwork in reverse, fluidly flips his hips in transition and works to track the pass in the air. Battles receivers throughout the route, uses his length as an advantage and stays with coverage assignments. Posted a vertical jump of 41 inches and broad jump of 12'2" at the combine.
Started just three games during his five-year college career. Did not intercept a pass last season and has just one during his college career. Shows a lot of stiffness in his game.
Owens is a large, physical safety who flashed skill last season after having a nondescript career with Texas. He's more athlete than football player right now, but he has an upside and is worth keeping on a practice squad.
Anthony Goodlow
Oklahoma State
EDGE
Ht: 6-4
Wt: 282
Athletic defensive end with nice length as well as growth potential. Plays with proper lean, gets leverage on opponents and fires off the snap with a solid first step. Easily changes direction, moves well laterally and works his hands throughout the action. Displays a variety of moves to protect himself, chases the action and makes plays in any area of the field.
Possesses average strength at the point of attack and gets consistently controlled by a single opponent. Minimally productive throughout his college career and was never a great pass rusher.
Goodlow is a nice-sized defensive line prospect with a large upside, but he never met expectations on the college level. He's a practice-squad prospect who must quickly pull the pieces together to have a career on Sundays.
Trezmen Marshall
Alabama
LB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Georgia transfer who made an immediate impact at Alabama last season. Outstanding run defender who immediately locates the ball handler and scrapes laterally to make the tackle. Instinctive, aggressive and sells out upfield. Stacks well against the run, squares into ball handlers and wraps up tackling. Effectively makes sure his teammates are in proper position and stays with assignments.
Doesn't get much depth on pass drops. Possesses poor ball skills over the tight end.
Marshall is a slightly undersized linebacker who is best defending the run and playing downhill. He offers possibilities on the inside of a 3-4 lineup, yet Marshall does not possess great upside.
Aiden Williams
Minnesota Duluth
OT
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Strong, tough run-blocking left tackle with size as well as growth potential. Stays square, sets with a wide base and keeps his feet moving. Terrific position blocker who seals defenders from the action. Patient, works well with linemates and plays through the whistle. Powerful and drives opponents off the line to open up running lanes. Very effective with his hands and rides defenders from the action.
Displays average ability blocking in motion or on the second level. Was never an overwhelming blocker on the small-school level. Struggles to adjust and cannot hit a moving target. Tends to get tall as the play proceeds.
Williams is a college left tackle who projects to the right side on Sundays, but he must get bigger and add bulk to his frame. Unlikely to be selected in the draft, he's worth stashing on the practice squad for future development.
PJ Jules
Southern Illinois
CB
Ht: 5-11.5
Wt: 200
Nice-sized defensive back who is experienced at both cornerback and safety. Patient, effectively quarterbacks the secondary and keeps the action in front of him. Quickly locates the ball handler, aggressively defends the run and wraps up tackling. Quick flipping his hips in transition, mixes it up with opponents throughout the route and can drive to the ball out of his plant. Tracks the pass in the air, has a nice move to the throw and dives around the field trying to break up passes.
Slow getting his head back around to locate the pass in the air. Not forceful on the blitz. Lacks elite next-level speed.
Jules was consistently productive for Southern Illinois and has the size and ball skills to line up as a fourth safety in the NFL.
Brandon Brown
UTSA
DT
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Nice-sized interior defensive lineman with terrific quickness in his game. Explodes off the snap, keeps his feet moving and is tough to handle. Works his hands throughout the action, consistently gets leverage on opponents and easily changes direction. Knocks back blockers with great hand punch. Chases the action hard.
Slowed by blocks or out-positioned from plays. More of a gap occupier who does not show himself to be much of a pass rusher and has limited productivity.
Brown possesses decent size and quickness and enough ability to get consideration as a backup one-gap tackle on Sundays.
AJ Vongphachanh
BYU
LB
Ht: 6-2.5
Wt: 233
Productive two-down linebacker who consistently gets the most from his ability. Instinctive, stays with coverage assignments and leads by example. Easily changes direction, covers a good amount of area on the field and plays faster than his 40 time. Shows the ability to get out into space to defend the run and cover tight ends.
Plays faster than his 40 time yet still plays to one speed. May be tapped out physically and lacks upside.
Vongphachanh was a productive four-year linebacker who was initially at Utah State then spent last season at BYU. He comes with average size and athleticism, but he has a special-teams mentality that could help him make a roster.
Brandon Codrington
North Carolina Central
CB
Ht: 5-8.5
Wt: 171
Former walk-on who went on to be a celebrated cornerback and return specialist on the small-school level. Plays to his 40 time, mixes it up with opponents throughout the route and stays downfield with receivers. Keeps the action in front of him, has an explosive closing burst and fights to defend passes. Fires upfield to defend the run or screen passes and wraps up tackling. Effectively reads or diagnoses plays. Great vision as a return specialist, finds the hole and has a burst of speed. Beats opponents into the open field and can run to daylight.
Does a bit of talking and complaining on the field. Not an effective open-field tackler and has ball handlers running through his arms. Gives a large cushion and gets turned.
Codrington is small but feisty and is very effective on special teams. He instantaneously alters the momentum of games with long returns and has possibilities as a dime back on Sundays, though his greatest value will be on special teams.
Jaylan Knighton
SMU
RB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Former Miami Hurricanes running back coming off a career season. Patient, waits for blocks to develop and displays excellent vision. Quick-footed, easily bounces around piles and improvises if plays break down. Creates his own yardage, will pick and choose his spots on the inside and has a quick stutter step. Runs with good lean behind his pads and keeps his feet moving. Drives his shoulders into defenders to pick up yardage off contact. Gets out in front and blocks when necessary.
Never had great production in college. Rarely used as a receiver out of the backfield. Small and lacks stature and power in his game.
Knighton flashed a lot of ability early in his Miami career as a situational back, but he must produce as a pass catcher out of the backfield this summer to make it out of camp.
Shayne Simon
Pittsburgh
EDGE
Ht: 6-2.5
Wt: 235
Under-the-radar linebacker with next-level size and speed. Quickly locates the ball handler, fires upfield to defend the run and wraps up tackling. Aggressive, works hard and shows ability in coverage. Fluid flipping his hips in transition, stays with running backs and tight ends downfield and gets depth on pass drops. Goes sideline to sideline and covers a good amount of area on the field.
Overly aggressive and occasionally bites on play-action passes. Never progressed and was the same player the past two seasons.
Simon had several good seasons at Notre Dame before transferring to Pittsburgh and compiling two good years. He's a scheme-versatile linebacker who could play in nickel situations on Sundays.
Ty French
Gardner Webb
EDGE
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Super-productive, small-school linebacker with average size and speed. Occasionally stands over tackle, breaks down well and effectively uses his hands to protect himself. Quick, easily moves around the field and shows a burst in every direction. Fluid getting to the sidelines in pursuit. Forceful up the field and shows speed rushing the edge. Accumulated 53 TFLs the past three seasons.
Easily out-positioned from the action by a single blocker and cannot get off blocks once engaged at the point. Lacks great growth potential.
French was a hard-charging, small-school defender who was better making plays up the field than in reverse. He must get stronger, yet he could make an NFL roster as a backup linebacker/special-teams player.
Ty James
Mercer
WR
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Nice-sized receiver who showed continual improvement in his game the past three seasons. Displays good route discipline, quickly gets out of breaks and extends his hands to offer the quarterback a target. Settles into the open spot of the defense, tracks the pass in the air and displays eye/hand coordination as well as a sense of timing. Uses his hands to separate from defenders, plays with balance as well as body control and wins out for the contested throw. Uses his frame to shield away defenders and protect the pass. Gives effort blocking on receiver screens and works hard even if the action is away from him.
Unnecessarily lets the ball get inside him at times rather than consistently snatching it away from his frame. Plays to one speed, lacks a second gear and doesn’t get deep separation.
James has been the go-to receiver at Mercer that opponents have been unable to contain the past two years. He's a taller possession wideout who would fit a West Coast timing offense.
Cameron Wire
Tulane
OT
Ht: 6-5
Wt: 300
LSU transfer who flashes ability lined up at left tackle. Blocks with proper lean and anchors in pass protection. Quickly gets off the snap and is strong and explosive at the point. Turns defenders from the line or stays square and seals them from the action. Effective with his hands and keeps his feet moving.
Lacks agility, blocking range and balance. Bends at the waist and gets tall as the play proceeds.
Wire possesses excellent size as well as growth potential, yet he lacks the athleticism and agility to make an active roster in the NFL.
Hyrin White
SMU
OT
Ht: 6-7
Wt: 335
Seventh-year senior with great size but a long injury history. Quickly sets up off the snap, stays with assignments and blocks with a nasty attitude. Strong run blocker who drives opponents off the line and works to finish off defenders. Effectively blocks with leverage for a taller lineman, makes excellent use of angles and stays square. Strong enough to engulf opponents or toss them aside. Keeps his head on a swivel and shows excellent awareness.
Inconsistent and often late with his hands. Rumbles around the field and isn’t light on his feet or effective in motion. Does not play like a good athlete. Missed the 2020 and 2022 seasons with injury.
From a size and power perspective, White nicely projects as a right tackle for the next level, though his past medical history will surely raise red flags.
Myles Sims
Georgia Tech
CB
Ht: 6-2.5
Wt: 185
Tall, athletic defensive back who has flashed ability the past three seasons. Physical, mixes it up with receivers and has outstanding length. Quick flipping his hips, tracks the pass in the air and makes a decisive move to the throw. Effective facing the action and possesses a closing burst of speed. Gives effort defending the run and wraps up ball handlers. Effectively covers receivers on crossing patterns and works to get his head back around and track the pass in the air.
Has been inconsistent throughout his college career. Not fluid. Better facing the action and must improve his backpedal. Posted just two interceptions in college.
Sims looked like a star in the making as a freshman at Georgia Tech, yet his game leveled off and even regressed at points. He rebounded well last season and offers potential in a zone system where he can face the action and make plays moving forward.
Ovie Oghoufo
LSU
EDGE
Ht: 6-3
Wt: 245
Well-traveled pass rusher who spent two years at Notre Dame before transferring to Texas and finishing his college career at LSU. Nice-sized edge rusher with solid athleticism who flashes skill. Fluid moving in any direction of the field and works his hands throughout the action. Fast up the field rushing the passer and fluid pursuing the action in space. Breaks down well and gets leverage on opponents. Plays with balance and rarely gets knocked off his feet. Remains disciplined with assignments, stays with the action and shows ability out of a three-point stance as well as standing over tackle.
Displays limited strength despite his size and gets easily controlled by a single blocker. Late off the snap. Has never been overly productive nor lived up to expectations.
Oghoufo has flashed skill and the ability to disrupt the action since his freshman season at Notre Dame, but he never took his game to another level. He possesses an upside, yet he must quickly elevate his game to make it off a practice squad.
Phillip Brooks III
Kansas State
WR
Ht: 5-7
Wt: 165
Undersized pass catcher whose greatest value at the next level will be as a return specialist. Fires off the snap, sells routes and stays low exiting breaks. Nicely makes the reception on crossing patterns, adjusts backwards and snatches the ball out of the air. Keeps the play in bounds running after the catch. Tracks the pass in the air, effectively times receptions and consistently makes the catch away from his frame. Keeps his focus and concentration. Gives effort blocking.
Small and loses out in battles. Has small hands. Lacks elite deep burst.
Brooks was a consistent receiver at Kansas State the past three years who also doubled as a return specialist. His lack of size is a limiting factor, but the ability to alter the momentum of games returning punts and kicks gives him a chance this summer.
Andre Jefferson
Lenoir Rhyne
DT
Ht: 6-1.5
Wt: 303
Explosive one-gap/three-technique tackle who makes a lot of plays behind the line of scrimmage. Possesses a solid build, plays with proper pad level. Strong and rarely off his feet. Works his hands throughout the action and moves well laterally. Effectively uses his hands and displays a variety of techniques to get off blocks. Quickly locates the ball handler, moves well laterally in pursuit of the action and wraps up tackling. Focused on by opponents yet holds the point.
Lacks great quickness in his game and has an inconsistent first step. Easily out-positioned from the action by a single blocker. Comes across as lacking confidence during interviews.
Jefferson has been incredibly productive the past three seasons, most recently finishing with 58 tackles, 24 TFLs and 13 sacks as a senior. He has scheme limitations yet enough ability to be a backup interior lineman in a four-man front.
Chris Walker
Montana
OG
Ht: 6-5.5
Wt: 304
Large college left tackle who projects to guard at the next level. Strong, works to bend his knees and stays square. Quickly sets up off the snap, gets movement run blocking and plays with a nasty attitude. Stays with assignments, displays excellent vision and plays heads-up football. Anchors in pass protection and effectively blocks with leverage.
Lacks mobility as well as agility and struggles to finish blocks. Lacks footwork off the edge and lateral blocking range and gets consistently beaten by speed rushers. Must be more consistent with his hand placement. Seventh-year senior.
After transferring from Nebraska, Walker did a solid job at Montana, but he’s purely a power gap lineman with a minimal upside.
Michael Jurgens
Wake Forest
OC
Ht: 6 - 4
Wt: 296
Durable lineman who started four years at Wake Forest. Tough, quick and intelligent. Effectively quarterbacks the offensive line, works well with teammates and possesses outstanding blocking vision. Fires off the snap into blocks, effectively uses his hands and is explosive at the point. Stays square and seals defenders from the action.
Show stiffness in his game. Does not block with consistent knee bend or proper pad level. Doesn't play like a good athlete or finish blocks.
Jurgens was a consistent blocker on the college level and comes with nice length as well as growth potential. His versatility to be used at several interior blocking positions is attractive.
Donny Ventrelli
North Dakota
OG
Ht: 6-3.5
Wt: 300
Hard-working lineman who gets the most from his ability. Explosive at the point, strong and attacks assignments. Keeps his head on a swivel, shows great awareness and works well with teammates. Properly places his hands into defenders, keeps his feet moving and blocks with leverage. Stays square, makes outstanding use of angles and seals opponents from the action.
Not light on his feet or effective blocking in motion. Possesses average size. Doesn't get much movement run blocking. Possesses short arms.
Ventrelli is a hard-working lineman who was used at both guard and tackle on the college level, but lacks he much upside. His versatility and approach to the game could help him catch on to an NFL roster as an inexpensive backup utility lineman.
Nick Gargiulo
South Carolina
OG
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Large, power gap blocking prospect with potential at guard and center. Quickly gets his hands into defenders, squares into larger defensive tackles and takes them from the action. Anchors in pass protection, turns defenders from the line on running downs and opens running lanes. Always looks for someone to hit and keeps his head on a swivel.
Struggles to adjust, overextends and occasionally bends at the waist. Lacks footwork in space.
Gargiulo possesses next-level size as well as growth potential, but he does not play like a top athlete. His style and substance perfectly fits a power gap system, and Gargiulo's versatility to be used at several interior positions on the offensive line gives him a chance to make an NFL roster as an inexpensive backup.
Corey Crooms Jr.
Minnesota
WR
Ht: 5-11
Wt: 177
Speedy, big-play wideout with long arms and big hands. Quick in his all-around game, immediately gets to top speed and tracks the pass in the air. Effectively times receptions and makes the difficult over-the-shoulder reception in stride. Adjusts to the errant throw and extends his hands to make the reception away from his frame. Works back to the quarterback to make himself an available target, possesses strong as well as soft hands and runs solid routes. Competes to come away with the reception and uses his frame to shield away defenders. Gets downfield as a blocker and gives effort.
Small and lacks strength at the point. Easily brought down in the open field by a single defender. Though fast, he lacks top-end speed. Marginally productive last season at Minnesota with just 28 receptions and two TDs.
Crooms was a solid vertical threat in college for both Minnesota as well as Western Michigan, yet he lacks true deep speed for the NFL. He's a slot receiver type who needs space to work, but Crooms comes with special-teams ability.
James Ester
Northern Illinois
DT
Ht: 6-2
Wt: 292
Explosive one-gap defender who is best as a three-technique tackle. Fires off the snap with a terrific first step, plays with outstanding pad level and consistently gets leverage on opponents. Rarely off his feet, fluid getting down the line of scrimmage in pursuit and easily changes direction. Quickly gets his hands up, effectively protects himself and slides off blocks. Keeps his feet moving, immediately alters his angle of attack and moves fluidly in every direction. Focused on by opponents in the middle the line yet displays the ability to fire through gaps and penetrate the backfield.
Lacks bulk and strength and is easily out-positioned from the action by a single blocker. Lacks growth potential. Not a great athlete for an undersized lineman.
Ester was a disruptive force on the interior of the Northern Illinois defensive line and gets the most from his ability. Lack of bulk and size limitations are concerns, yet he has enough ability to compete for a spot on a defense that uses a four-man line.
Ramel Keyton
Tennessee
WR
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Well-built receiver who is best on underneath routes. Quickly releases off the line, works routes and stays low exiting breaks. Displays soft hands and makes the contested catch. Comes back to the ball to make himself an available target, extends his hands and snatches the fastball out of the air. Gets vertical and high points the throw over defenders, tracks the pass in the air and displays eye/hand coordination.
Shows no burst, plays to one speed and labors trying to get downfield for the deep throw. Was moderately productive at Tennessee.
Keyton is a well-built receiver with reliable hands but poor playing speed. He offers possibilities as a fifth receiver and comes with a special-teams mentality.
Jalen White
Georgia Southern
RB
Ht: 5-11.5
Wt: 208
Nice-sized ball carrier with outstanding vision. Possesses terrific foot quickness, sets up defenders then makes them miss. Has a burst through the hole, effectively uses blocks and will pick and choose his spots on the inside. Solid pass catcher out of the backfield. Helps the quarterback sell ball fakes.
Plays to one speed and cannot beat defenders into the open field. Doesn’t pick up a lot of yardage off initial contact.
White has been a solid ball carrier at Georgia Southern in the past two seasons, yet he possesses no outstanding physical skill in his ball carrying. He has enough ability to make an NFL roster as a fifth running back.
Xzavier Henderson
Cincinnati
WR
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Florida transfer coming off a career season, which included 58 receptions for 782 yards. Smooth, fluid and finds ways to separate from defenders. Nicely makes the reception on crossing patterns, adjusts to the errant throw and makes the catch in stride. Effective when he extends to make the reception away from his frame. Comes back to the ball out of breaks and finds the soft spot in the defense.
Plays to one speed, lacks a deep burst and cannot run to the long throw. Occasionally lets the pass unnecessarily get inside him rather than snatching the ball away from his frame.
Henderson is a nice-sized possession wideout who lacks any great physical attribute to his game, yet he could be an asset as a fifth receiver.
Jordan Strachan
South Carolina
EDGE
Ht: 6-4
Wt: 245
Once-highly rated pass rusher who easily moves about the field. Fluid and gets leverage on opponents. Effective out of a three-point stance as well as standing over tackle, uses his hands to protect himself and stays on his feet. Fires upfield, shows speed off the edge and nicely redirects to the action. Works to make plays against the run and wraps up tackling.
Lacks a great first step off the snap and shows limited quickness. Possesses more of a short burst of speed. Easily knocked from the line or out-positioned from the action. Has been ravaged by injury much of the past four seasons.
After the 2020 season, when Strachan played at Georgia State and collected 10.5 sacks as well as 14 TFLs, scouts graded him as a potential Day 2 pick. Injuries since then kept him on the sidelines and slowed his development. He looked a fraction of his former self last season, and he moves towards the draft as a medical question mark.
Lance Robinson
Tulane
CB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Underrated cornerback who never registered on the scouting radar. Aggressive, plays heads-up football and stays with coverage assignments. Tracks the pass in the air, has a nice move to the throw and stays on the receiver’s hip out of breaks. Can burst to the ball out of his plant and shows closing speed. Gives effort defending the run.
Slow out of his transition and does a lot of face guarding in downfield coverage. Falls asleep and will miss assignments on occasion.
Robinson has flashed ability the past three seasons and comes off a career year with four interceptions and 11 pass breakups. He has enough ability to line up as a dime back, but he must earn his way onto a roster producing on special teams.
Joseph Evans
UTSA
DT
Ht: 6-2.5
Wt: 342
LSU transfer who plays with terrific pad level, consistently gets leverage on opponents and chases the action hard. Shows good change-of-direction ability, immediately alters his angle of attack and consistently works his hands to protect himself. Flashes power in his lower body, keeps his feet moving and gets push up the field. Occupies a lot of space and is tough to move off the point.
Not much of a playmaker and has turned in pedestrian production. Struggles to get off blocks and is easily disrupted from the action. Consistently handled by a single opponent despite his size and stature. Coming off a disappointing season.
Evans was graded as a potential mid-Day 3 pick coming into the season, yet he never elevated his game and now grades as a priority free agent. He possesses the size and substance to line up at nose tackle, but he really must elevate his play to make it out of camp this summer.
Omar Brown
Nebraska
CB
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Northern Iowa transfer who took his game to another level last season. Feisty, works hard to get involved in the action and stays with assignments. Quickly diagnoses plays, fires up the field and voluntarily defends the run. Possesses a quick closing burst and squares into ball handlers.
Struggles getting off blocks and is easily removed from the action. Falls asleep on occasion, which results in blown coverages. Average ball production on the college level.
Brown is an explosive cornerback with a nice build. He’s a special-teams and dime-back prospect for the next level.
Devron Harper
Mercer
WR
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Small but explosive wideout with return potential. Quickly releases off the line of scrimmage, immediately gets to top speed and plays with balance. Displays a burst of speed, extends his hands and works to make the reception away from his frame. Finds the clearing in the defense to make himself an available target, adjusts to the errant throw to make the reception in stride and lays out for the difficult catch. Works hard after the reception, makes defenders miss in the open field and follows blocks everywhere. Impacts the game as a return specialist.
Undersized and easily brought down at the point of attack. Lacks a second gear and isn’t a true vertical threat.
After a tremendous junior season that included 78 receptions, 987 receiving yards and 10 TDs, Harper watched his production slip as a senior, but he was still a lethal threat handling the ball. He's a slot receiver who can make it as the fifth wideout on the depth chart, but his ultimate roster decision relies on his production returning punts and kicks.
Charles Woods
SMU
CB
Ht: 5-11.5
Wt: 195
Well-traveled collegian coming off a terrific season. Physical, battles opponents throughout the route and effectively anticipates or times pass defenses. Tracks the pass in the air, stays on the receiver’s hip out of breaks and has a nice move to the throw. Quick flipping his hips in transition, plays faster than his 40 time and effectively positions himself against opponents to defend passes. Displays a closing burst and wraps up tackling. Gives a lot of effort defending the run.
Gets outmatched by larger opponents. Must improve his footwork. Gets caught peeking in the backfield, which results in blown coverages.
Woods was a productive cornerback credited with 11 PBUs last season while also producing on special teams for SMU. He possesses the skill and athleticism necessary to line up in dime packages on Sundays as well as play on coverage units.
Marshel Martin IV
Sacramento State
TE
Ht: 6-2.5
Wt: 221
Undersized college tight end who looks more like a possession receiver on the field. Fluid releasing off the line into pass routes, stays low exiting breaks and adjusts to the errant throw. Possesses soft hands, snatches the ball out of the air and displays eye/hand coordination. Plays faster than his 40 time and effectively times receptions. Starts with excellent knee bend, blocks with leverage and gives effort.
Does not show sharp footwork in or out of routes. Unnecessarily lets the pass get inside him. Possesses minimal blocking strength.
After two outstanding seasons in 2021 and 2022, Martin decided to return for a second senior season and turned in a terrible campaign. His production last season was less than half of prior years in most categories, and he was not the pass-catching threat he previously had been at Sacramento State. At one time highly rated as a potential Day 3 selection, Martin will struggle to get out of camp this summer.
Jackson Mitchell
UConn
LB
Ht: 6-1.5
Wt: 233
Hard-working linebacker with average size and speed. Resilient, quickly locates the ball handler and stays with the action. Displays good change-of-direction ability, stays with coverage assignments and possesses terrific hands for the interception. Physical and works hard to get involved in the action.
Plays to his 40 time and displays limited speed as well as quickness. Inefficient. Not forceful on the blitz.
Mitchell was a tackling machine at Connecticut, leading the defense in that category the past three seasons and combining for 438 tackles since his freshman season. He comes with average size and less-than-desirable speed, but his approach to the game could help him catch on as a backup inside linebacker in a 3-4 system.
Leon Johnson II
Oklahoma State
WR
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Underrated receiver prospect with a large upside. Tall target who consistently comes back into the clearing of the defense, extends his hands and makes the reception away from his frame. Displays excellent awareness, effectively tracks the pass in the air and adjusts to make the reception in stride. Displays eye/hand coordination, makes a lot of difficult receptions and keeps the play in bounds after the catch.
Plays to one speed and lacks the deep burst. Has limited experience and played in just seven games last season after transferring from George Fox.
Johnson is an under-the-radar receiver prospect who showed a lot of improvement at Oklahoma State last year and produced when he was on the field. He's a practice-squad prospect who possesses the tools necessary to be a fifth receiver on the NFL level.
Nathan Pickering
Mississippi State
DT
Ht: 6-3.5
Wt: 290
Mobile defensive tackle who flashes pass-rush skill and the ability to make plays behind the line of scrimmage. Moves well around the field, bends his knees and gets leverage on opponents. Effectively works his hands throughout the action, moves well laterally and can bend off the edge. Relentless, does not give up on plays and wraps up tackling.
Lacks playing strength. Consistently controlled at the point or out-positioned from the action. Inconsistent get off the snap of the ball.
Pickering comes off a terrific senior season where he showed a lot of athleticism. He offers possibilities as a one-gap or three-technique tackle at the next level.
Jaylon Hutchings
Texas Tech
DT
Ht: 5-11.5
Wt: 303
Short, sawed-off defensive tackle who was consistently productive for Texas Tech. Built low to the ground, fires off the snap with an explosive first step and gets leverage on opponents. Easily changes direction, moves well laterally and gets down the line of scrimmage or outside the box to pursue plays. Effectively uses his hands to protect himself, explodes through gaps to penetrate the line of scrimmage and makes plays in the opponents backfield. Attracts a lot of double-team blocks.
Lacks height and gets smothered at the point or handled by a single blocker. Not a natural pass rusher.
Hutchings was a terrific defensive lineman for Texas Tech the past five years. His lack of height and size limitations depress his value, yet Hutchings is a viable prospect for a team needing a one-gap or three-technique tackle.
Xavier Delgado
Missouri
OG
Ht: 6-4
Wt: 330
Wide-bodied blocker who was a four-year starter at Missouri. Strong, stays square and keeps his feet moving. Sets with a wide base and sinks his butt at the line of scrimmage. Anchors in pass protection and seals open running lanes. Shows terrific blocking vision and gives a lot of effort. Explosive at the point, works his hands throughout the action and steers pass rushers from their angles of attack.
Rumbles around the field and lacks balance. Struggles to adjust. Would benefit by slimming down 10-15 pounds.
Delgado is a wide-bodied power gap lineman who blocks with solid fundamentals. He lacks great upside, but he has enough ability to back up in a system that does not ask him to cover a lot of area on the field.
Jesus Gibbs
Towson
DT
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Explosive small-school pass rusher with a large upside. Quick, explosive and very effective with his hands. Plays with great pad level, consistently gets leverage on opponents and shows strength in his lower body. Displays a variety of moves to get off blocks. Forceful up the field and tough to stop. Attracts a lot of double-team blocks, keeps his feet moving and can rush the edge with speed.
Though naturally strong, needs to get bigger and add more power to his game. Does not display a lot of ability outside the box or pursuing plays to the flanks.
Gibbs was a productive defender at Towson the past two seasons and projects to defensive end in a four-man line, and he offers potential as a situational pass rusher on Sundays.
Tramel Walthour
Georgia
EDGE
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Explosive one-gap defensive lineman with limited size and growth potential. Plays with proper pad level, works his hands throughout the action and discards blockers. Remains disciplined with assignments and works to defend the run.
Undersized and gets manhandled in the middle of the line. Collected just two sacks and 2.5 TFLs during his Georgia career.
Walthour was a solid rotational lineman at Georgia, but he comes with limited growth potential and upside. He offers possibilities as a backup three-technique tackle in a four-man line.
Elijah Chatman
SMU
DT
Ht: 6-0
Wt: 295
Explosive one-gap defensive lineman who projects as a three-technique prospect. Plays with terrific pad level, fires off the snap with a quick first step and easily changes direction. Displays solid movement skills, quickly locates the ball handler and fluidly gets down the line of scrimmage in pursuit of the run. Easily moves about the field and chases the action hard. Strong for his size and focused on by opponents yet consistently gets leverage on blockers. Works his hands and displays a variety of techniques to get off blocks.
Undersized, easily disrupted by blocks and gets locked up by a single opponent. Comes with limited growth potential.
Chatman was a consistent performer for SMU as both a run stuffer and occasional pass rusher. He comes with size and scheme limitations and will be signed after the draft for a team looking for a one-gap or three-technique tackle.
Brian Jenkins
Olivet Nazarene
WR
Ht: 6-1
Wt: 206
Productive small-school receiver with a nose for the end zone. Fluid and natural, easily adjusts to the throw and possesses soft hands. Consistently makes the reception away from his frame, looks the ball into his hands and gives effort after the catch. Quickly gets to top speed, sells routes and displays good route discipline. Stays with the action and works hard even if the play is away from him. Gets vertical, competes to come away with the difficult grab and exposes himself to the big hit in order to make the reception.
Plays to one speed and isn’t a vertical threat. Never had great production on the small-school level.
Jenkins has been a consistent pass-catching threat on the small-school level. He's a possession wideout with possibilities as a punt returner.
Rocky Lombardi
Northern Illinois
QB
Ht: 6-4
Wt: 231
Experienced college quarterback with next-level size and arm strength. Patient in the pocket and buys time for receivers. Senses the rush and steps up to avoid defenders. Plays smart football, effectively controls the offense and uses all his targets. Has a quick release, throws with an over-the-top delivery and displays speed on short and intermediate passes. Dumps the ball off to the safe underneath target if nothing else is available.
Overaged and will be a 26-year-old rookie in the NFL. Erratic with his accuracy and tend to spray passes. Tends to stare down his primary target. Late on throws.
Lombardi started his career at Michigan State and played sporadically before transferring to Northern Illinois, where he had a solid career. He possesses NFL size and a decent arm, yet he lacks upside and is still an incomplete quarterback despite his age.
Clark Barrington
Baylor
OG
Ht: 6-4.5
Wt: 303
Durable college lineman who saw action at both center and guard last season. Blocks with good lean, stays square and works his hands throughout the action. Fluid pulling across the line of scrimmage, relatively effective blocking in motion and displays the ability to get out in front. Works to bend his knees and blocks with proper pad level. Explosive at the point and plays through the whistle.
Must do a better job sinking his butt at the line of scrimmage. Late with his hands. Must improve the strength of his base and isn’t an overpowering blocker.
Barrington is a nice-sized lineman with growth potential who has been productive on the college level. He lacks great upside, yet the ability to play multiple positions on the interior of the offensive line could make him attractive as an inexpensive backup.
Samson Evans
Eastern Michigan
RB
Ht: 6-0
Wt: 218
Hard-charging ball carrier with a nose for the end zone. Displays tremendous running vision and football instincts, quickly finds the open lanes and keeps his feet moving. Possesses a quick stutter step as well as power and breaks tackles to pick up yardage off initial contact. Shows a lot of strength in his ball carrying, works runs and is effective in goal-line or short-yardage situations. Will pick and choose his spots on the inside and effectively follows blocks.
Runs with a bit of an upright style. Doesn't display a burst. Rarely used as a receiver out of the backfield. Rotated into the lineup for Eastern Michigan last season and watched his production drop.
Evans is a tough, workhorse ball carrier who does the little things well, but he’s best as a short-yardage runner. He totaled 41 rushing touchdowns during his time at Eastern Michigan and could make an NFL roster as a fourth running back.
Fish McWilliams
UAB
DT
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Large, explosive defender who takes up a lot of space in the middle of the line. Plays with proper pad level and holds his ground against double-team blocks. Keeps his feet moving, jolts blockers with tremendous hand punch and shows power in his lower body. Pushes opponents off the line and knocks them from their anchor.
More of a gap occupier than a playmaker. Possesses limited pass-rush ability. Small-area lineman who isn’t effective making plays outside the box.
McWilliams is a zero-technique/nose tackle prospect who shows great power, yet he has limited upside.
Wayne Ruby
Mount Union
WR
Ht: 5-11
Wt: 174
Undersized but explosive receiver who was incredibly productive on the small-school level. Quick getting off the line of scrimmage, immediately gets to top speed and uses the sidelines well. Tracks the pass in the air, displays terrific eye/hand coordination and plucks the ball out of the air without breaking stride. Works hard to separate from defenders, comes back into the clearing and gives effort even if he's away from the action. Looks as though he has return skills. Effective on receiver screens and shows ability after the catch.
Not a sharp route runner. Does not possess a second gear. Loses out in battles.
Over the past three seasons, Ruby has accumulated 285 receptions with 58 touchdowns. He's a slot receiver prospect for the next level who looks as though he should be fantastic returning punts and kicks.
Richard Jibunor
Troy
EDGE
Ht: 6-3
Wt: 233
Underrated college pass rusher who gets the most from his ability. Plays with a nonstop motor, chasing the action all over the field and consistently makes positive plays. Displays terrific movement skills, collapses down the line of scrimmage and pursues the action in space. Gets depth on pass drops, moves well laterally and is much more athletic than his computer numbers would make one believe. Possesses nice length, effectively uses his hands to disengage from blocks and breaks down well. Explosive, plays assignment football and quickly locates the ball handler. Fires upfield and shows the ability to bend off the edge and shoot through the gaps to make plays behind the line of scrimmage. Squares into tackles and wraps up. Posted 30 sacks and 46 TFLs during his four-year career at Troy.
Possesses more of a short burst of speed and is minimally effective in pursuit. Lacks great bulk and gets out-positioned by opponents.
Jibunor is a well-rounded linebacker with physical limitations, though he’s constantly making big plays. He offers possibilities as a backup linebacker in a 3-4 alignment and should do well on coverage units.
Leon Jones
Arkansas State
CB
Ht: 6-1
Wt: 190
Athletic cornerback with nice size who has flashed ability the past three seasons. Possesses next-level height, works to keep the action in front of him and displays good awareness. Quickly picks up assignments, works well with safeties and fires up the field to defend the run. Can run downfield with opponents and works to get his head back around to track the pass in the air. Uses his hands well to get off blocks and make plays on the ball handler.
Must improve his footwork and be more consistent with his backpedal. Not smooth transitioning and loses a step when he turns to run with opponents. Possesses just an average burst to the ball out of his plant. Slow recognizing routes.
Jones looked promising as a sophomore at Arkansas State in 2021, but he never elevated his game. He's a size/speed prospect with an upside, yet he must fully develop on the football field.
Sincere Haynesworth
Tulane
OC
Ht: 6-1
Wt: 312
Tough, four-year starter who gets the most from his ability. Fires off the snap into blocks, is explosive at the point and stays square. Keeps his feet moving, bends his knees and gets leverage on opponents. Shows excellent awareness, gets the most from his ability and is relatively effective blocking on the second level.
Struggles to adjust, shows some stiffness in his game and does not finish blocks. Doesn't get much movement run blocking.
Haynesworth has been a workhorse on the Tulane line since his freshman season, yet he lacks upside. His approach to the game could help Haynesworth find a spot as an inexpensive interior offensive lineman.
Mike Edwards
Campbell
OT
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Massive right tackle prospect who began his college career at Wake Forest. Strong, gets movement run blocking and knocks defenders off the line. Stays square, gets his hands into opponents and seals them from the action. Sets with a wide base, works to bend his knees and quickly gets to the second level. Keeps his head on a swivel and always looks for someone to hit. Displays outstanding awareness and plays smart football. Possesses solid footwork for a big man.
Lumbers around the field. Minimally effective blocking in motion and late pulling across the line of scrimmage. Bends at the waist and overextends into blocks. Not a natural knee bender.
Edwards is a tough, nasty power-blocking prospect who comes with limited upside. He offers possibilities as a backup tackle or guard, though Edwards must consistently play with leverage.
Jared Penning
Northern Iowa
OG
Ht: 6-6
Wt: 335
Strong, small-area blocker who attacks opponents. Quickly sets up off the snap, keeps his head on a swivel and blocks with a nasty attitude. Immediately gets his hands into opponents, works to bend his knees and knocks pass rushers from their angles of attack with an explosive punch. Keeps his feet moving, stays square and anchors in pass protection. Strong enough to turn opponents from the line and open up running lanes. Works well with teammates.
Lined up at left tackle yet lacks quick, smooth footwork as well as agility. Displays limited skill blocking in motion or on the second level. Overextends and bends at the waist.
Penning plays with a nasty disposition like his brother Trevor, but the younger Penning is not nearly as talented and may have to move from tackle in to guard at the next level.
A.J. Barner
Michigan
TE
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Indiana transfer who was a large part of Michigan's championship run last season. Solid pass catcher who does a great job coming back to the quarterback and getting across the field to make himself an available target. Extends his hands, displays eye/hand coordination and makes the reception away from his frame. Works his hands to separate from defenders, tracks the pass in the air and adjusts to the errant throw. Bends his knees, sets with a wide base and blocks with leverage. Keeps his head on a swivel, stays with assignments and picks up blitzes. Effective run blocker who takes defenders from the action and gets to the second level to chip linebackers.
Lacks any semblance of speed and is only effective as a pass-catching target in the short field. Posted pedestrian production as a pass catcher with 22 receptions for 249 yards and one touchdown last year and 28 receptions for 199 yards and three touchdowns the prior year at Indiana.
Barner is not a great playmaking tight end, rather he’s a complete player at the position who is an outstanding blocker and possesses reliable hands. Testing results prior to April will determine where he ends up in the draft, yet Barner should absolutely make an active roster next this fall as no worse than a second tight end.
Tejhaun Palmer
UAB
WR
Ht: TBD
Wt: TBD
Nice-sized receiver who showed consistent progress in his game and comes off a career campaign. Displays good route discipline, uses the sidelines well and plays with excellent body control. Tracks the pass in the air, adjusts to the errant throw and uses his frame to shield away defenders. Shows good route discipline as well as focus and concentration, makes the difficult catch with defenders draped on him and effectively times receptions. Gets vertical over opponents and wins out for the contested grab. Consistently extends to make receptions away from his frame. Settles into the open spot of the defense, takes a big hit and holds onto the throw. Solid downfield blocker who works hard even if he's not involved in the action. Plays to one speed, lacks a burst and really doesn't play to his 40 time. Average production throughout most of his college career until last season. Palmer is a nice-sized receiver with next-level speed and upside potential. He flashed ability last season then went on to have a solid showing during the Shrine Bowl, and he’s a practice-squad candidate for the next level.
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