He has the potential to grow into a dominant force. PRACTICE SQUAD DEFENSE: 5. During that time, he covered extremely well, though he wasn’t regularly tested. His game doesn't necessarily reflect those traits, though. Active (6): Danielle Hunter, Patrick Jones II, Stephen Weatherly, D.J. Hinton is another guy to watch, as the developmental player with incredible athleticism could sneak onto the roster if he starts to live up to his upside. With Kyle Rudolph’s release, this group seems pretty set in stone. At least the team knows who it has at the position for this coming year. He had a very specific role within North Carolina's offense and performed it well, aside from some disappointing drops. UCLA’s Osa Odighizuwa is stronger than his frame suggests, but he’ll now be facing professional offensive linemen who know how to use their size and bulk to their advantage. He simply hasn't played much football with 22 appearances in four seasons. But inconsistencies with his performance coupled with limited opportunities shroud exactly what type of prospect he really is. Speed is exactly what the Cleveland Browns needed in their offense after defenses constricted space for their targets after Odell Beckham Jr.’s injury. According to the Senior Bowl's executive director Jim Nagy, Deablo entered this year's draft as a top-three safety on some teams' boards. This past season, he finished sixth overall with 1,140 rushing yards and tied for third with 19 rushing touchdowns. Edge-rusher may not be an immediate concern, but rolling out Trey Hendrickson, Sam Hubbard and Ossai in sub-packages to get after opposing quarterbacks could be deadly. He's an ideal developmental prospect. He can work in-line, move into the backfield as a lead blocker and just get after it no matter where he's needed. "I just wanted to prove something so bad.". Trask is exactly what Bruce Arians wants in a quarterback. In three seasons at Florida State, he never caught more than 26 passes or eclipsed 256 receiving yards. Smith is locked in to start and Woods is the presumptive favorite for the other spot, but with only a $1.7 million salary-cap charge, it’s possible Metellus or Bynum show enough to win the job over the veteran. Strengths: Wide catch radius, makes tough catches in traffic, difficult to bring down after catch, extensive in-line experience, Weaknesses: Won't separate because of speed or quickness, could be more physical at point of attack as a blocker, battled drops. Radunz should be able to take over as a rookie even with Kendall Lamm on the roster. He will learn under the mentorship of veteran tight end Jared Cook. Essentially, Carman is a two-for-one selection. He is a rare first-round talent in a group with poor overall depth. Costello while having most of his final season on campus taken away because of the pandemic. Mayfield will now make the transition from right tackle to the offensive interior. Yet, he's not a natural working in space or read-and-reacting to what's in front of him. Mills entered Stanford as a 5-star recruit and the nation's top-ranked pro-style passer. NFL teams in search of a vertical route-runner certainly had their eyes set on Brown throughout the evaluation process. While the Raiders need more pass-rushing punch, Koonce is not projected to develop into much beyond a sub-package defender. With Campbell, C.J. So you're not just getting a pass-rusher out of me. Think about how big of an accomplishment that truly is. Practice squad: N/A The New York Giants finally have a legitimate edge-rusher. Strengths: Creating separation, explosive in the open field, big play waiting to happen, Weaknesses: Rail thin, doesn't have strength or length for contested catches, only a slot option. Strengths: Speed rush, bend around the edge, sets edge, strong hands, Weaknesses: One year of top production, anchor once engaged with blocker, lacks secondary pass-rush moves. Bill Belichick's thirty-one years in the NFL have been marked by amazing success--most recently with the New England Patriots. In this groundbreaking book, David Halberstam explores the nuances of both the game and the man behind it. Banks isn't that. Moore will go out there and compete with everything he has. Yet, he brings sub-4.3-second speed to the table with a 42.5-inch vertical jump. Dane Brugler described Davidson as “raw as sushi” so Davidson seems destined to the practice squad as the Vikings see if they can help him realize his upside given his size and athleticism. From a traditional point of view, Werner is excellent in space. The 6'6", 310-pound lineman doubles as a better-than-average pass protector. While the description is based on a single evaluation, Rodgers' projection is easy to see for any offensive system. Success in the middle is often predicated on intelligence, toughness and tenacity more than natural physical ability. After all, Barmore led all interior defenders with 65 total pressures over the last two seasons, per Pro Football Focus. Washington already signed William Jackson III to a three-year, $40.5 million contract in free agency, so he’ll man one side of the field. Harris may be more of a pure nickel at this point in his career, but each player's versatility will create plenty of options in coverage packages. Green this offseason. The ability to cover is great and certainly critical in today's game. section: | slug: | sport: football | route: draft_page | He has the length to start at defensive end and more than enough pop to provide legitimate help as an interior pass-rusher as well. 1, Thibodeaux vs. Ohio State, more 2022 NFL Draft matchups, 2022 NFL Draft: Stingley's SEC's best; Bama, UGA loaded, 2022 NFL Mock Draft: Texans take surprising QB at No. More often than not, he'll shy away from pushing the ball downfield. Scheme fit remains an important part of the evaluation process. Think you know all there is to know about Doug Flutie? However, there's a long way to … "At a high level he has played in space, in the box, blitzed inside/outside, rushed the passer and covered man to man," Buckeyes linebackers coach Al Washington tweeted (h/t 247 Sports' Garrett Stepien). He joins a Minnesota Vikings defensive front that needs help. Strengths: Lower-body flexibility, smooth pass set, excels in space, 34-game starter between right and left tackle, Weaknesses: Inconsistent technique, position-blocker, doesn't consistently finish. The kicking competition looks like a true competition: Joseph has the advantage in terms of both kicking power and NFL experience but Patterson put together an impressive 2019 season and has a real shot to win the starting job. The Cincinnati Bengals gambled and failed miserably through the draft's first two rounds. Inconsistency and overall effort carried him out of the opening frame into the awaiting arms of Bill Belichick and the New England Patriots. Until those decisions are made, Hainsey will be a utility lineman who can back up both guard and center. The 306-pound lineman began his career at right tackle but found a home at guard. Found insideThis book shadows the usage of 'Uncle Tom' to understand how social norms associated with the phrase were constructed and enforced. As Pro Football Focus' Austin Gayle noted, Holland ranked third (82.7 grade) among Power Five slot corners during the 2019 campaign. Christensen, a consensus All-American, wowed during the Cougars' pro day with a 4.89-second 40-yard dash, outstanding change-of-direction drills and the best recorded broad jump ever for an offensive lineman (10'4"), per the Deseret News' Dick Harmon. I suspect the Vikings won’t want to give up on Lynch this early while giving Twyman a shot on the practice squad to find the right play weight and earn rotational snaps on pass-rushing downs, but would not be surprised if Lynch were cut and Twyman sneaked onto the roster. Being a multiyear starter at a prestigious pipeline program and a consensus All-American isn't always enough to be considered an elite prospect. He wasn't asked to consistently work the middle of the field or underneath routes. His size and burst makes him a rarity as a true three-down defender. But he isn't close to the caliber of prospect to solve the issues found along the team's offensive front. Trask can be slow into his drops and through his delivery. "You can't worry about anybody's feelings. INTERIOR OFFENSIVE LINE If the Volunteers had any consistency at quarterback whatsoever, Palmer might have eclipsed 500 receiving yards in at least one season. Kentucky's Jamin Davis is 22. Adebo has the skill set to start immediately and likely needs to do so. McNeill entered this year's class as its highest-graded run defender, per PFF. Campbell ran an impressive 4.39-second 40-yard dash at the Bulldogs' pro day, only to see Stokes blaze a 4.25 effort. SPECIALISTS Atwell's production at a Power 5 program shows he's no lightweight. Plus, the first-team All-ACC performer had to adjust to a new staff and system during his time at Florida State. He hasn't been on the field since because of his decision to opt out this past fall. The Denver Broncos didn’t necessarily need a highly rated center prospect after drafting Lloyd Cushenberry in the third round last year. Elijah Moore exists on the opposite end of the spectrum from Metcalf and Brown, but the 5'9", 174-pound slot receiver took over the offense and became a serious headache for all opposition. "It seems like from everyone that I've talked to about it, that the two years of tape is enough," Myers told reporters. Found insideOne and off the field, this is the story of how a franchise can transform from woeful to wonderful, complete with all the unforgettable (and forgettable) moments and characters. Anthony Hitchens’ salary-cap charge exceeds $12 million in 2022. Teams overlooked that because his ability was apparent. North Dakota State has become a pipeline program despite playing at the FCS level because of the Bison's continued success and the fact that it's one of the few college teams that still relies heavily on traditional pro-style systems. The Heisman Trophy finalist displays non-existent pocket movement. 1 overall in total defense—the unit lacked the connective tissue between an excellent defense front and a shutdown secondary. To summarize, Joseph is extremely talented, but he's been suspended, transferred and only started nine games at cornerback. New head coach Urban Meyer will now get a first-round talent in Little, who perhaps fell because injuries and an opt-out created a shroud of mystery around his progress. Though he played over the center plenty during his time in the Huskies program. Cosmi can be. But he never really had an opportunity to hone his technique. Aaron Jones (RB - GB) 6. Strengths: Comfortable working in space, experience at all three linebacker spots, tackles stop ball-carrier's momentum, Weaknesses: Marginal play speed, will get hung up in traffic and stuck on blockers, average production. His positionless status likely played a part in what became an unexpected plummet out of this year’s first round. Eichenberg will complete the Miami Dolphins' front five. Being a good teammate is one thing. The first-team All-ACC selection is a true Y-tight end with the flexibility Hafley mentioned to be used all over the formation. Shanahan's system has a long history of churning out 1,000-yard rushers even though they aren't household names. Strengths: Plays much bigger than listed size, highly instinctive, well-versed in route recognition, smooth transitions in coverage, Weaknesses: Very little experience anywhere other than nickel, lacks length, poor 40 time. He likely did so to prove he can remain a left tackle at the professional level. Strengths: Mauler, tenacious, multi-position starting experience, infectious locker room presence, Weaknesses: Size and strength make up for athletic deficiencies, lingering injury concerns. The FCS product projects well in the Titans system. He can feast on linebackers or safeties working over the slot. It's easy to envision him being brought on fly sweeps, screens, etc. He must speed up the entire process while being surrounded by an excellent cast to maximize his potential. Off roster: Ameer Abdullah, A.J. A lasting memory of Pete Werner trying and spectacularly failing to cover Alabama wide receiver DeVonta Smith probably plays on a loop in the minds of Buckeyes fans. Browns is operating under a one-year deal, while the team has yet to announce its intentions regarding Evans’ fifth-year rookie options. The NFL's best pass-rushers line up on both sides of the formation and usually move throughout a contest by attacking an opponent's weakest link. After transferring to Georgia, a fall camp knee injury slowed him, but McKitty did flash at the Senior Bowl against top competition. Collins personifies the definition of a height-weight-speed athlete. Found insideGolden is the first book to provide an all-access look at Steph Curry and the team that has fueled Dub Nation—by longtime Warriors beat reporter and Bay Area News Group sports columnist Marcus Thompson, the go-to expert on all things ... Green Bay chose Myers much earlier. Despite his slight frame (6'1", 193 lbs), he's a reliable tackler. Deebo Samuel 9.8 2. Strengths: Plays with leverage and adequate strength in run game, reliable, well-coached overall, Weaknesses: Less-than-ideal length, questionable quickness, hand placement in pass set. As Friday wore on, Perkins remained available when the Patriots were on the board with the compensatory pick awarded to them after losing Tom Brady in free agency. No one can take away the fact that Jones still finished fifth in the FBS with nine sacks. Willie Gay and now Bolton are the future of the Chiefs defense. In fact, he posted the highest coverage grade at his position over the last two seasons, per Pro Football Focus. Obviously, the two come from the same program. Gesicki is a better option detached from the line of scrimmage and used as a threat in the passing attack. However, the potential found within Stephens is significant. General manager Brett Veach decided to be proactive by moving on from Eric Fisher, Mitchell Schwartz and Austin Reiters. First, he's a Nigerian immigrant who didn't start playing football until high school. Though the two-time team captain may be best suited at center. The real competition is between Lynch, the 2020 fourth-round rookie, and Twyman, the 2021 sixth-round rookie. He certainly did. One pick after the rival Seattle Seahawks chose a speedy offensive weapon, the Los Angeles Rams also used their first pick on a speedy offensive weapon. But there’s no rush to have him start or take over for Kelce. "This is a dude that literally has two speeds: off and full," former head coach Tom Herman said in November, per the Dallas Morning News' Chuck Carlton. At the same time, they don't necessarily take away from the player. SPECIAL TEAMS: 3, PRACTICE SQUAD OFFENSE: 7 Purdue's Rondale Moore has some Steve Smith Sr. in him. Rose. As a freshman, Holland played a more traditional role as a backline free safety. Nahshon Wright is Dallas’ second cornerback selection after Kelvin Joseph. Yes, offensive line coaches prefer versatility. Safety was one of the primary positions of need for Jacksonville. The consensus All-American isn’t a fluid ede-rusher who can dip around offensive tackles and shorten porch. Strengths: Runs through contact, short-area quickness, explodes through change-of-direction, Weaknesses: Lacks top-end gear, not decisive between the tackles, runs upright. If Green turns into an instant starter as Maurkice Pouncey's replacement, they'll have played their hand well. Off roster: Dru Samia, Zack Bailey. Houston has talent at wide receiver, but how much of it will actually be there beyond this season? He’s a hybrid between an edge and an off-ball linebacker. In back-to-back draft classes, the Kansas City Chiefs invested in a second-round linebacker. Get all the latest NFL Football news now! He’s a straight-line pass-rusher. The organization has now added its quarterback and a top corner prospect at the top of the first two rounds. Upgrade to Inside PRO risk-free for 30 days. That could be the foundation of a fearsome secondary. He's a tone-setter at a position which has lost some of its luster in recent years, especially those individuals who aren't viewed as special athletes in space. Found insideIn Attack the Day: Kirby Smart and Georgia Football's Return to Glory, sports columnist and Dawgs football authority Seth Emerson delves deep into the resurgence of Georgia football and the man behind it. Interestingly, the Jacksonville Jaguars passed on Trevon Moehrig at the top of the second round to select cornerback Tyson Campbell. A left knee problem ended his final year with Oklahoma. Kevin Zeitler’s signing earlier this offseason already settled right guard. But the 2019 All-American can be protected to a degree by the system or a potential move inside at guard. Marshall is a capable downfield threat and adept at plucking the ball at its highest point and away from his body. Winning at the point of attack is nice. The two starting defensive tackles are set in Tomlinson and Pierce, with Watts as a solid backup. Beyond Hunter, the unit lacks any real pass-rushing presence. Yes, Browning can do everything his former position coach stated. Stanford's Walker Little is easily one of the class' most gifted offensive line prospects. When Robert Hainsey joined the program in 2017, the Fighting Irish front five featured Quenton Nelson and Mike McGlinchey. A left collarbone injury ended his contributions to Ohio State's offense after only one carry against the Alabama Crimson Tide in the College Football Playoff National Championship. I was a last-minute call, didn't have a football season. An out exists after two campaigns. After the first round, this is not a big board—players will be drafted based on team needs and value, not just overall ranking. Eric Kendricks is signed through 2023, but Nick Vigil and Anthony Barr are entering the final year of their current contracts. LINEBACKERS Caserio then doubled back with Collins later in the third round. Thus, Browning enters a situation in which his team can fully capitalize on his skill set without asking him to do too much. After taking Kwity Paye in Round 1, the Colts snagged Odeyingbo in the second round. Holland provides the type of flexibility to create positionless looks for head coach Brian Flores, because safeties Bobby McCain and Erik Rowe also have cornerback experience. Williams’ skill set is reminiscent of what Jackson once brought to the team. A top running back is nice, but premium positions are even better. Pro Football Focus ranked Minnesota’s offensive line as the most-improved team unit in the NFL after the Vikings added Darrisaw and Davis in the draft, and for the first time in what feels like forever, their offensive line seems pretty set. Athletically, he presents the size, explosion (4.64-second 40-yard dash) and change-of-direction numbers (7.13-second three-cone) to be counted among the top prospects at his position. At the same time, he must own the fact that he whiffed many times trying to make a big play, didn't always work his angles well and provided little in the box. At worst, Tremble can significantly help in the run game and with pass protection since Carolina's offensive line remains questionable. As the host city of Cleveland continues to provide a rock-and-roll atmosphere for the festivities, it's time for the front offices to go to work as they try to add starting-caliber prospects outside of the 32 initial selections. Yet, those physical tools are only part of the equation. Being elusive isn't a standard statistic. Strengths: Instinctive, plays downhill through ball-carriers, effective as zone-droppe, Weaknesses: Struggles working through traffic and getting off blocks, marginal athlete. While positive marijuana tests no longer result in a suspension at the NFL level, scouts and decision-makers remain curious about his commitment level. Unlike Bledsoe, who struggled some during his final season on Washington State's campus, Trask lit up his competition with a nation-leading 43 touchdown passes to go along with a 68.9 completion percentage. More often than not, TCU utilized its top defender as a split safety. The New York Giants’ earlier grade for Azeez Ojulari mentioned their standout secondary. The Jacksonville Jaguars made the offseason's most head-scratching move when they placed the franchise tag on left tackle Cam Robinson. Even so, the organization is going to reach a point where Cousins' value doesn’t equal what counts against the salary cap. He doesn't show the fluidity or lateral movement skills to consistently bend the edge or provide variety in his pass rush. Granted, the Seminoles lacked consistent quarterback play during his time with the program. He flat-out flies to the ball and arrives with authority, though he'll over-pursue and take bad angles from time to time. Meinerz emerged as one of the class' top interior blockers. At 6'2" and 317 pounds, he's built like a refrigerator in the middle of the defense and just as difficult to move. The rookie should be able to compete for the starting left guard spot, thus allowing Bradley Bozeman to make a move to center. Normally, offensive linemen, particularly centers, are bunched into two groups. Williams is 6'3" and 284 pounds. Strengths: Pocket-collapser, first-step quickness, powerful hands, thrived against top competition, Weaknesses: Never put a full season together, not consistent against double-teams, loses gap integrity. Yes, his size limitations could hold him back to a degree against bigger and more physical defensive backs who are capable of jamming him at the line of scrimmage. Why don’t you take a minute and Google the NFC North standings? Samuel may be outmuscled by some bigger targets, but he'll compete every down. Strengths: Fluidity in coverage, ball skills, downhill explosivity. Archie Griffin, Keith Byars, Eddie George, Ezekiel Elliott, J.K. Dobbins and many more talented backs all donned the scarlet and gray. First, they chose a wide receiver over the best offensive tackle in the class. In two full seasons with Michigan—he opted out this past fall—Collins caught 75 passes for 1,361 yards and 13 touchdowns. "The biggest adversity I dealt with to this point is definitely losing my grandfather," Wyatt told reporters. Strengths: Natural pass-catcher with large catch radius, creates after the catch, incremental improvement as a blocker, Weaknesses: Lacks bulk to be a consistent in-line option, poor speed for undersized tight end, no suddenness. Moehrig did a wonderful job staying in phase, identifying the football and making plays on incoming passes. Yet, his addition did nothing to stop Arizona from choosing Moore, not should it have. The fact that Williams shared the backfield with Michael Carter tempered his production. Left guard is the likely landing spot since Chris Lindstrom already plays on the right side. He's seemingly caught somewhere between being a supersized safety, who's more capable of working in space than his size indicates, and a sub-package linebacker. At least, he's not a traditional linebacker. He led all collegiate receivers with 15 receptions, 606 yards and eight touchdowns on go routes since the start of the 2019 campaign, per PFF. Questions about usage at Michigan are fair, but a year away from the game certainly didn't help Collins' status. Despite a lack of size, both play like guided missiles. The Draft Report is Mel's most in depth book taking you through a player's high school and college career, referencing pertinent stats, historical data & injuries also key strengths and weaknesses. The Detroit Lions continue to build through the trenches. Found inside – Page 4331241 Patriots scout Larry Cook, quoted in: Michael Holley, Patriot Reign, ... 25 April 2004, www.patriots.com/news/FullArticle.sps?id=28531&type=draft. While watching the left tackle work, he displayed better-than-expected movement skills for a lineman of his size. Green, who originally played defensive tackle and has a wrestling background, makes difficult blocks look easy. The reigning Jim Thorpe Award winner presents first-round ability, but he doesn't fall into the latter category. A Division III prospect by the name of Quinn Meinerz went from a complete unknown to one of the most popular prospects in this year's draft class based purely on his week in Mobile, Alabama, at the Senior Bowl. Strengths: Explosive gap penetrator, much stronger than size indicates, heavy hands to rock blockers, Weaknesses: Lacks bulk, inconsistent production, can be turned and walled off in run game. Once Radunz is in an NFL weight program for an extended period, he has the chance to become a rock up front. Little stepped onto Stanford's campus and immediately thrived. "[The predraft process] was my first time to really perfect my craft, work on my craft, in the weight room, speed-wise and all that stuff, because I always had a limited offseason with COVID and the year before transferring from Michigan to here," St-Juste told the Herald Bulletin's George Bremer. To see all these D-I guys and to be counted out as a D-III player. Strengths: Incremental improvement, fluid athlete, quick release plus varying arm angles, Weaknesses: Downfield reluctance, indecisive at times, doesn't consistently challenge defenses. You can put him in the backfield. Two of the game's best cover corners—the Green Bay Packers' Jaire Alexander and Buffalo Bills' Tre'Davious White—have similar builds. If he's being asked to move, he's going to thrive. The key to high-level offensive line performance involves accompanying those traits with constant, repeatable technique. The author, former team physician for the Los Angeles Raiders, offers a behind-the-scenes look at professional football. Essentially, the Notre Dame product is a hang defender. DraftKings Value Plays and Busts for NFL Week 1 (2021) September 11, 2021 Premium. The Minnesota Vikings aren’t set at linebacker long term. "It's a passing league, and when he pass-pros, he's a hard man to get past and does a great job of that.". The two have very different skill sets. The Chiefs signed Joe Thuney, Kyle Long and Austin Blythe in free agency, and they also traded for Orlando Brown Jr. earlier this month. First, they chose quarterback Davis Mills, which has all kinds of different implications. The Detroit Lions aren't messing around. Basically, Atwell knows how to create separation and work in space. "Explaining myself and explaining my character comes with making a bad decision like that.". His athletic profile is something to behold. "I really don't feel like I've had to defend my character, really. YAC per Reception since 2019 regardless of position: 1. Really, the Ohio State product is an edge defender. While the additions of Darnold and Marshall should help the Panthers field a more competitive offense, their offensive front could still be a nightmare situation. Strengths: Strong upper body and hands, patient, reliable, repeatable technique, Weaknesses: High-cut with stiff hips, less-than-ideal length, age. His versatility alone makes him one of the top safeties in the class. Over the last two seasons, he intercepted six throws and defended 26 more. Javonte Williams, running back, North Carolina, Strengths: Finishes runs with authority, makes defenders miss, strong lower body, 20 years old, Weaknesses: Builds up speed, never been a workhorse, not a natural receiver. Some of the pics found online are absurd. Werner is a far more traditional option to play alongside Davis. Klein moved on last offseason. 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