PFN 2022 Draft Guide | Vol. 1 by Pro Football Network

TABLE OF CONTENTS OVER 170 FULL SCOUTING REPORTS

Inspiration, Intoxication, and Precipitation: My Draft Memories | Trey Wingo �� 4 Getting to Know PFN Draft Analysts �� 8 PFN Big Board �� 9 Ian Cummings: Foreword ��21 Ian Cummings’ Big Board �� 22 Oliver Hodgkinson: Foreword ��31 Oliver Hodgkinson’s Big Board �� 32 Quarterback ��41 Running Back �� 54 Wide Receiver �� 75 Tight End ��102 Offensive Tackle �� 116 Guard ��136 Center ��147 Defensive Tackle �� 151 Edge ��168 Linebacker ��194 Cornerback ��210 Safety �� 236 Punter �� 253 Team Needs �� 258

INSPIRATION, INTOXICATION, AND PRECIPITATION: MY DRAFT MEMORIES TREY WINGO PFN CHIEF ANALYST

The NFL Draft is a small sample of insanity wrapped around some information. It’s also one of the most thrilling and challenging events to cover in all of sports because no one has a clue what’s about to happen. And when I first started covering the draft, I had no idea what I was signing up for.

THE PIONEER DAYS OF LIVESTREAMING The first draft I covered turned out to be the hardest thing I have ever done. I hosted a simulcast on ESPN.com from the ESPNZone restaurant in New York City back in 2000. So, yes, this is a trip in the “Way Back Machine.” I was with four or five former players sitting around a table in the restaurant -- no Mel Kiper, Chris Berman, or anyone else to help flesh out the simulcast. The people in the restaurant had no idea what we were doing and no idea who these players were. They just saw some idiot with a microphone sitting with four dudes who could have bent him like a pretzel. There were no commercial breaks. And back then, there were 15 minutes between picks. The players I was with were not natural gabbers. I am pretty loquacious, but I had no words left by halfway through the first round. So there wasn’t a lot of talking. If I ran for a bathroom break, I risked leaving dead air, and I had no idea if no one was listening or everyone was listening. That first simulcast was a grand experiment in the history of livestreaming. I felt like the chimpanzee that went up in the first rocket to make sure it didn’t explode before humans got into it. I wondered, “Is this going to be the end of my draft coverage?” I still get the shakes just thinking about it.

RADIO CITY MEMORIES That first simulcast must have gone over well because I quickly moved on to radio and then television. For many years, Berman hosted the first round and I hosted later rounds and some cutaway segments, either from ESPN headquarters in Bristol, Connecticut, or a secondary set at Radio City Music Hall. In 2003, the Vikings did not make their first-round selection in time. So they passed on their pick, and the Jaguars jumped in and took quarterback Byron Leftwich. Then the Panthers jumped in and selected tackle Jordan Gross a moment later. Ron Jaworski, Merrill Hoge, and I were back in Bristol wondering, “How did they not get their pick in on time?” After all, you have one job --- fill out the card on time and hand it in. Somehow, the Vikings found a way to screw that menial task up. And they almost did it two years in a row. I was also in Bristol when the Chargers drafted Eli Manning in 2004, even though they knew he had no intention of playing for them. As I told Manning when he later appeared on my Half-Forgotten History podcast: I have never seen a guy with a less convincing fake smile, ever, than when he held up that Chargers jersey. His smile said, “I’m holding this thing, but I’m never putting it on.” Thankfully, Manning was traded about an hour after he was drafted. The Chargers were happy with Philip Rivers, and Eli couldn’t have been happier to go to New York.

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The next year, I hosted a televised mock draft before the draft itself. It was 2005, the year that the Lions drafted USC wide receiver Mike Williams, their third first-round wide receiver in three years. Hoge hated him, but Mel Kiper loved him. They started going back and forth on the show. They were getting angry with each other. Really angry. Now, I love Mel. I think he’s the best. But I will never forget him saying, “Merrill, you are talking about this guy like he’s an Arena Football League player. I’ll remember that when I am watching Mike Williams’ Hall of Fame speech.” That line stuck in my brain for a long time. By 2008, I was broadcasting from Radio City Music Hall itself. Near the end of the draft, the Lions selected a linebacker named Caleb Campbell who was in the United States Army and was hoping to get a deferment to play. Only the diehard fans were still in the crowd that late in what used to be Day 2. We got Campbell to our set for an interview and I looked up to the upper deck. There were people of every different jersey: Dolphins, Patriots, Cowboys, Jets, you name it. They were all standing and applauding for this young man. It was a very cool moment. I said to Campbell, “Take a look up there. You’re the one thing who can bring everyone together.” I also got to do an interview with Tyrann Mathieu after he was drafted in 2013. Here was a young man who had to endure some horrific things in his youth, and then he got kicked off campus, kicked out of school, and fell so far out of favor. That was a very emotional interview that I will never forget. Mathieu was in tears the whole time. He was so thankful for his NFL opportunity. And he has become an incredible person as well as an incredible player.

HIGH SMOKE AND HEAVY RAINS Radio City will always have a special place in my heart because the draft was there for so many years. But I remember when we were setting up for the first fully outdoor draft on the steps of the art museum in Philadelphia in 2017. Roger Goodell and I watched people milling around as we prepared for his annual pre-draft interview. Eventually, I think there were 100,000 people there.

Roger turned to me and said, “Trey, I do believe we’ve outgrown an indoor venue for the draft.” That whole 2017 NFL Draft was nuts. There was a guy walking around with a sign that just said “Boo.” He was just a Philly guy ready to boo. Drew Pearson got up and just taunted the crowd when the Cowboys made their selection in the second round, which was great. And then, when the Eagles made their third-round pick at nearly midnight on Friday night, everyone in the crowd started singing “Fly, Eagles Fly.” We just shut up and let it roll for two minutes. It was incredible. I realized then that taking the draft on the road was going to be one of the greatest things that the NFL has ever done. Also, all of us would have failed a drug test because of the contact high from the crowd. There was a constant waft of a sweet, aromatic smell. As Ron Burgundy might say, “it stings the nostrils.” Suddenly, we were very hungry. And we actually had Philly cheesesteaks on the set on Day 3! Best of all, the weather in Philadelphia was perfect. The previous year, in Chicago, they had the idea of hosting the third day of the draft outdoors after holding the first two rounds at the Auditorium Theatre. When that Saturday arrived, it was 38 degrees with sideways rain. There was a Joseph A. Banks next to the hotel where we were staying. I walked in and said, “Give me your heaviest weatherproof waterproof jacket.” Our plan was to stick it out, but as the wind picked up, the conditions started to get ridiculous. There was only one spectator outside as we broadcasted. He was a Patriots fan yelling at us, “Don’t be sheep! Don’t fall for what they are saying about DeflateGate.” I finally turned to him and said, “We’re not sheep! You’re the knucklehead standing outside in the rain yelling at us!” Eventually, the producers decided that we had to go back inside. That was not an easy feat. We took a commercial break. Adam Schefter was set up indoors somewhere. They said, “Schefty, the entire outside crew is moving indoors. We’re not going to make it in time. You are going to have to fill the airtime until they are inside.” So Schefter had to perform his version of an Eddie Van Halen guitar solo while we rushed inside. He did an amazing job. We got inside just before Tyreek Hill got drafted. Of course, Hill had a lot of baggage coming out of college. I was thankful that we got back in so we could frame his selection properly. I would have hated it if Hill was selected while we were in transit and could not provide the context, because we would have been doing the viewers a disservice. That 2016 NFL Draft also featured the most unexpected moment in draft history: Laremy Tunsil’s gas mask bong. Imagine how much money you could have made with a prop bet in Vegas wagering that there’d be a video of the best offensive lineman in the draft smoking weed in a gas mask that would leak during the draft itself, causing him to slide? Tunsil later had to give his post-selection interview. Usually, the prospect just talks about how excited he is. But Tunsil just kept getting peppered with questions about the video. Then someone asked about allegations that he got paid at Ole Miss. Tunsil said something like, “Yeah, they paid me all the time!” That was the end of Hugh Freeze’s career as Mississippi’s head coach. And I will never forget when the Steelers made their second-round pick in 2018. I looked up and there was Ryan Shazier strolling across the stage in Dallas. It was only the previous autumn when he got paralyzed. To see him walking that soon afterwards was just breathtaking.

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DISTANCE LEARNING Fast forward to 2020, and I was alone in a studio with one camera operator and a stage manager, both of them in masks. The pandemic hit 53 days before the draft. We had an entire setup ready in Las Vegas. Players were supposed to be brought across to the stage at Caesars Palace on boats. Within a few weeks, we went from those elaborate plans to doing the whole draft virtually. Our broadcast went across ABC, ESPN, and the NFL Network, whose studios were shut down. We had six analysts working remotely. Kurt Warner, Michael Irvin, and Daniel Jeremiah joined us from NFL Network. Our ESPN team was Mel Kiper, Louis Riddick, and Booger McFarland. We had over 150 players with remote setups. We had every single head coach, owner, and general manager on remote, plus Goodell from his basement. That’s a lot of stuff going on. When I interviewed Roger before the draft, my first question was, “How’s your bandwidth?” None of us knew what was going to happen. We were expecting massive crashes. Yet, it went off without a hitch. We got to see inside Mike Vrabel’s home, with his kids doing all sorts of crazy stuff in the background. We would switch to Bill Belichick’s house in Nantucket and his dog was in the chair. We also got to see Goodell looking a little sleepy in his easy chair. Goodell is often perceived as someone who stands around in a suit doing the bidding of the owners, and I think that humanized him in a way that was very beneficial. But the ultimate flex was Kliff Kingsbury. They set up that shot of his spacious pad from as wide an angle as possible. They did that for a reason. He had the fire pit roaring in April in the desert. It was probably about 108 degrees. It was as if he was saying, “You guys think you are having fun? Check out how I live.” I received texts from other television personalities and from NFL general managers congratulating me and saying they didn’t know how I pulled off that 2020 NFL Draft coverage. I was really proud of that. But it was a Herculean effort by people like Brian Ryder, Rod Adamski, Seth Markman, Jeff Nelson, and many others behind the scenes. They made my job look easy.

TO 2022 AND BEYOND So, my career covering the draft started with a microphone in a restaurant with a bunch of people no one had ever heard of in an early experiment in livestreaming. That chapter of my career ended with the ultimate livestream using technology which worked to perfection in a way we would not have thought possible even two years ago. As for the next chapter of my career, 20 years of draft coverage has taught me to expect the unexpected. But while the location and technology may change, the draft will always be about the start of an NFL journey for hundreds of young men who worked hard for the opportunity, as well as the passion and devotion that millions of fans feel toward the sport and the league. And I’m thrilled to remain a part of one of the most exciting, unpredictable events on the NFL’s calendar.

______________________________________________________ NARRATED BY TREY WINGO | WRITTEN BY MIKE TANIER

GETTING TO KNOW PFN DRAFT ANALYSTS CAM MELLOR PFN Senior Draft Director

Get to know PFN Senior Draft Director Cam Mellor as he takes you on a journey from humble beginnings to athlete advocacy in a one-of-a-kind, behind-the-scenes video with scouting tips, draft memories, and much more. PFN gives you a peak behind the curtain at how our Big Board, Draft Guide, and other content pieces are constructed.

IAN CUMMINGS PFN Draft Analyst

Get to know PFN Draft Analyst Ian Cummings with an indepth look behind the scenes including exclusive insight on how Ian scouts, lessons learned, and much, much more. PFN gives you a peak behind the curtain at how our Big Board, Draft Guide, and other content pieces are constructed.

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TONY PAULINE PFN Chief Draft Analyst

Get to know PFN Chief Draft Analyst Tony Pauline with a trip down memory lane from staking out the NFL Combine to creating the media frenzy that now is the NFL Draft. PFN gives you a peak behind the curtain at how our Big Board, Draft Guide, and other content pieces are constructed.

OLIVER HODGKINSON

PFN Draft Analyst

Get to know PFN Draft Analyst Oliver Hodgkinson with this behind-the-scenes look at Oli’s love for special teamers, college football in general, and much more. PFN gives you a peak behind the curtain at how our Big Board, Draft Guide, and other content pieces are constructed.

PFN BIG BOARD CONSENSUS BY PFN’S NFL DRAFT ANALYSTS RANK

NAME

POSITION

SCHOOL

Kayvon Thibodeaux

EDGE

Oregon

Evan Neal

Alabama

Kyle Hamilton

Notre Dame

David Ojabo

EDGE

Michigan

Aidan Hutchinson

EDGE

Michigan

George Karlaftis

EDGE

Purdue

Tyler Linderbaum

Iowa

Charles Cross

Mississippi State

Andrew Booth Jr.

Clemson

Garrett Wilson

Ohio State

Devin Lloyd

Utah

Derek Stingley Jr.

LSU

Jameson Williams

Alabama

Ikem Ekwonu

North Carolina State

Ahmad Gardner

Cincinnati

Nakobe Dean

Georgia

Drake London

USC

Kaiir Elam

Florida

Jermaine Johnson II

EDGE

Florida State

Kenyon Green

Texas A&M

Jordan Davis

Georgia

Travon Walker

EDGE

Georgia

Jahan Dotson

Penn State

DeMarvin Leal

Texas A&M

Chris Olave

Ohio State

Daxton Hill

Michigan

Malik Willis

Liberty

Treylon Burks

Arkansas

Kenny Pickett

Pittsburgh

Sam Howell

North Carolina

Kingsley Enagbare

EDGE

South Carolina

Carson Strong

Nevada

Matt Corral

Ole Miss

Breece Hall

Iowa State

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PFN BIG BOARD CONSENSUS BY PFN’S NFL DRAFT ANALYSTS RANK

NAME

POSITION

SCHOOL

Trevor Penning

Northern Iowa

Isaiah Spiller

Texas A&M

Perrion Winfrey

Oklahoma

Zion Johnson

Boston College

Roger McCreary

Auburn

Kenneth Walker III

Michigan State

Trent McDuffie

Washington

Jaquan Brisker

Penn State

Jalen Wydermyer

Texas A&M

Kyler Gordon

Washington

Sam Williams

EDGE

Ole Miss

Isaiah Likely

Coastal Carolina

John Metchie III

Alabama

Lewis Cine

Georgia

Christian Harris

Alabama

Cameron Thomas

EDGE

San Diego State

Nicholas Petit-Frere

Ohio State

Devonte Wyatt

Georgia

Trey McBride

Colorado State

Myjai Sanders

EDGE

Cincinnati

Derion Kendrick

Georgia

David Bell

Purdue

Drake Jackson

EDGE

USC

Jalen Tolbert

South Alabama

Jalen Pitre

Baylor

Arnold Ebiketie

EDGE

Penn State

Boye Mafe

EDGE

Minnesota

Erik Ezukanma

Texas Tech

Channing Tindall

Georgia

Romeo Doubs

Nevada

Brian Asamoah

Oklahoma

Chad Muma

Wyoming

Abraham Lucas

Washington State

Wan'Dale Robinson

Kentucky

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PFN BIG BOARD CONSENSUS BY PFN’S NFL DRAFT ANALYSTS RANK

NAME

POSITION

SCHOOL

Brandon Smith

Penn State

Darian Kinnard

Kentucky

Nik Bonitto

EDGE

Oklahoma

Christian Watson

North Dakota State

Quay Walker

Georgia

Phidarian Mathis

Alabama

Terrel Bernard

Baylor

Skyy Moore

Western Michigan

Alec Pierce

Cincinnati

Bernhard Raimann

Central Michigan

Daniel Faalele

Minnesota

Verone McKinley III

Oregon

Matthew Butler

Tennessee

Desmond Ridder

Cincinnati

Jerome Ford

Cincinnati

Sean Rhyan

UCLA

Tariq Woolen

UTSA

Jermaine Waller

Virginia Tech

Jalyn Armour-Davis

Alabama

Zachary Carter

EDGE

Florida

James Cook

Georgia

Dare Rosenthal

Kentucky

Logan Hall

Houston

Jeremy Ruckert

Ohio State

Tyler Smith

Tulsa

JoJo Domann

Nebraska

Kerby Joseph

Illinois

Alex Wright

EDGE

UAB

George Pickens

Georgia

Isaiah Thomas

EDGE

Oklahoma

Tyler Allgeier

BYU

100

David Anenih

EDGE

Houston

101

Kyren Williams

Notre Dame

102

Martin Emerson

Mississippi State

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PFN BIG BOARD CONSENSUS BY PFN’S NFL DRAFT ANALYSTS RANK

NAME

POSITION

SCHOOL

103

Mario Goodrich

Clemson

104

Jake Ferguson

Wisconsin

105

Cam Taylor-Britt

Nebraska

106

Khalil Shakir

Boise State

107

Ed Ingram

LSU

108

Brian Robinson Jr.

Alabama

109

Travis Jones

UConn

110

Jesse Luketa

Penn State

111

Cole Turner

Nevada

112

Rachaad White

Arizona State

113

Lecitus Smith

Virginia Tech

114

Damone Clark

LSU

115

Justyn Ross

Clemson

116

Rasheed Walker

Penn State

117

Troy Andersen

Montana State

118

Kaleb Eleby

Western Michigan

119

John Ridgeway

Arkansas

120

Jamaree Salyer

Georgia

121

Matt Henningsen

Wisconsin

122

Charleston Rambo

Miami (FL)

123

Bamidele Olaseni

Utah

124

Zyon McCollum

Sam Houston State

125

Chris Hinton

Michigan

126

Cameron Jurgens

Nebraska

127

Leon O'Neal Jr.

Texas A&M

128

Darrian Beavers

Cincinnati

129

Bryan Cook

Cincinnati

130

Leo Chenal

Wisconsin

131

Akayleb Evans

Missouri

132

Nick Cross

Maryland

133

Cade Otton

Washington

134

Marquis Hayes

Oklahoma

135

Alontae Taylor

Tennessee

136

Mykael Wright

Oregon

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PFN BIG BOARD CONSENSUS BY PFN’S NFL DRAFT ANALYSTS RANK

NAME

POSITION

SCHOOL

137

Jeremiah Hall

Oklahoma

138

Matt Waletzko

North Dakota

139

Amaré Barno

EDGE

Virginia Tech

140

Zander Horvath

Purdue

141

Alec Lindstrom

Boston College

142

Kyle Philips

UCLA

143

Micheal Clemons

EDGE

Texas A&M

144

Braxton Jones

Southern Utah

145

Coby Bryant

Cincinnati

146

Thayer Munford

Ohio State

147

Ja'Sir Taylor

Wake Forest

148

Markquese Bell

Florida A&M

149

Bailey Zappe

Western Kentucky

150

Marcus Jones

Houston

151

Tyler Badie

Missouri

152

DeAngelo Malone

EDGE

Western Kentucky

153

Greg Dulcich

UCLA

154

Kadofi Wright

Buffalo

155

Hassan Haskins

Michigan

156

Shaun Jolly

Appalachian State

157

Tyler Goodson

Iowa

158

Yusuf Corker

Kentucky

159

Max Mitchell

Louisiana

160

JT Woods

Baylor

161

Josh Paschal

EDGE

Kentucky

162

Luke Fortner

Kentucky

163

Tyreke Smith

EDGE

Ohio State

164

Dominique Robinson

EDGE

Miami (OH)

165

Calvin Austin III

Memphis

166

Dameon Pierce

Florida

167

Haskell Garrett

Ohio State

168

Tariq Castro-Fields

Penn State

169

Sincere McCormick

UTSA

170

Josh Jobe

Alabama

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PFN BIG BOARD CONSENSUS BY PFN’S NFL DRAFT ANALYSTS RANK

NAME

POSITION

SCHOOL

171

Trae Barry

Boston College

172

Danny Gray

SMU

173

Arron Mosby

EDGE

Fresno State

174

Jaylen Watson

Washington State

175

CJ Verdell

Oregon

176

Xavier Newman-Johnson

Baylor

177

De'Shaan Dixon

EDGE

Norfolk State

178

Jerreth Sterns

Western Kentucky

179

Kalon Barnes

Baylor

180

Charlie Kolar

Iowa State

181

Ellis Brooks

Penn State

182

Pierre Strong Jr.

South Dakota State

183

Kennedy Brooks

Oklahoma

184

Tre' Williams

EDGE

Arkansas

185

Damarri Mathis

Pittsburgh

186

Zonovan Knight

North Carolina State

187

Luke Tenuta

Virginia Tech

188

Jeffrey Gunter

EDGE

Coastal Carolina

189

Decobie Durant

South Carolina State

190

Vincent Gray

Michigan

191

Joshua Williams

Fayetteville State

192

Damarion Williams

Houston

193

Montaric Brown

Arkansas

194

James Mitchell

Virginia Tech

195

Justin Shaffer

Georgia

196

Chance Campbell

Ole Miss

197

Chigoziem Okonkwo

Maryland

198

Thomas Booker

Stanford

199

Tyquan Thornton

Baylor

200

Sterling Weatherford

Miami (OH)

201

Josh Ross

Michigan

202

Jeremiah Gemmel

North Carolina

203

Tycen Anderson

Toledo

204

Quentin Lake

UCLA

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PFN BIG BOARD CONSENSUS BY PFN’S NFL DRAFT ANALYSTS RANK

NAME

POSITION

SCHOOL

205

Reggie Roberson Jr.

SMU

206

Jaivon Heiligh

Coastal Carolina

207

Josh Johnson

Tulsa

208

Cole Strange

Chattanooga

209

Lucas Krull

Pittsburgh

210

Dai'Jean Dixon

Nicholls State

211

Cordell Volson

North Dakota State

212

Zakoby McClain

Auburn

213

Jerrion Ealy

Ole Miss

214

Micah McFadden

Indiana

215

Andrew Stueber

Michigan

216

Matt Araiza

San Diego State

217

Otito Ogbonnia

UCLA

218

Kellen Diesch

Arizona State

219

Ali Fayad

EDGE

Western Michigan

220

Emeka Emezie

North Carolina State

221

Abram Smith

Baylor

222

Obinna Eze

TCU

223

Grant Calcaterra

SMU

224

Sam Webb

Missouri Western

225

Jashaun Corbin

Florida State

226

Derrick Deese Jr.

San Jose State

227

Cordale Flott

LSU

228

Nick Zakelj

Fordham

229

Gregory Junior

Ouachita Baptist

230

Jack Jones

Arizona State

231

Bryce Watts

Massachusetts

232

Dylan Parham

Memphis

233

Smoke Monday

Auburn

234

D'Vonte Price

FIU

235

Chamarri Conner

Virginia Tech

236

Spencer Burford

UTSA

237

Jake Camarda

Georgia

238

Jelani Woods

Virginia

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PFN BIG BOARD CONSENSUS BY PFN’S NFL DRAFT ANALYSTS RANK

NAME

POSITION

SCHOOL

239

Brock Purdy

Iowa State

240

Neil Farrell Jr.

LSU

241

Myron Tagovailoa-Amosa

EDGE

Notre Dame

242

Devin Cochran

Georgia Tech

243

Josh Thompson

Texas

244

Bo Melton

Rutgers

245

Jalen Nailor

Michigan State

246

Mike Rose

Iowa State

247

Brad Hawkins

Michigan

248

Velus Jones Jr.

Tennessee

249

Tayland Humphrey

Louisiana

250

Ty Chandler

North Carolina

251

Devon Williams

Oregon

252

Davontavean Martin

Oklahoma State

253

Isaiah Weston

UNI

254

Zamir White

Georgia

255

Daniel Bellinger

San Diego State

256

Kevin Austin Jr.

Notre Dame

257

Luke Goedeke

Central Michigan

258

Chase Lucas

Arizona State

259

Eyioma Uwazurike

Iowa State

260

Nick Ford

Utah

261

Dane Belton

Iowa

262

Tyrese Robinson

Oklahoma

263

William Dunkle

San Diego State

264

Julius Turner

Rutgers

265

James Empey

BYU

266

Jaylan Alexander

Purdue

267

Dawson Deaton

Texas Tech

268

Corey Sutton

App State

269

Eric Johnson

Missouri State

270

Braylon Sanders

Ole Miss

271

Nate Landman

Colorado

272

Austin Deculus

LSU

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PFN BIG BOARD CONSENSUS BY PFN’S NFL DRAFT ANALYSTS RANK

NAME

POSITION

SCHOOL

273

Jaquarii Roberson

Wake Forest

274

Kevin Harris

South Carolina

275

Dontario Drummond

Ole Miss

276

Bubba Bolden

Miami (FL)

277

Brock Hoffman

Virginia Tech

278

Chris Paul

Tulsa

279

Tre Sterling

Oklahoma State

280

Leddie Brown

West Virginia

281

Max Borghi

Washington State

282

Samori Toure

Nebraska

283

Joshua Ezeudu

North Carolina

284

Teagan Quitoriano

Oregon State

285

Chasen Hines

LSU

286

Esezi Otomewo

EDGE

Minnesota

287

Jack Snyder

San Jose State

288

Percy Butler

Louisiana

289

Ben Brown

Ole Miss

290

BJ Foster

Texas

291

Aaron Hansford

Texas A&M

292

Luke Wattenberg

Washington

293

Nephi Sewell

Utah

294

Jalen McKenzie

USC

295

Vederian Lowe

Illinois

296

Eric Barriere

Eastern Washington

297

Reed Blankenship

Middle Tennessee State

298

Kaylon Geiger

Texas Tech

299

Gabe Brkic

Oklahoma

300

Kadeem Telfort

UAB

301

Jahmir Johnson

Texas A&M

302

Jack Koerner

Iowa

303

Isaih Pacheco

Rutgers

304

Zach VanValkenburg

EDGE

Iowa

305

Jean Delance

Florida

306

Lakia Henry

Ole Miss

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PFN BIG BOARD CONSENSUS BY PFN’S NFL DRAFT ANALYSTS RANK

NAME

POSITION

SCHOOL

307

James Skalski

Clemson

308

Zach Tom

Purdue

309

DJ Davidson

Arizona State

310

Myron Cunningham

Arkansas

311

Kolby Harvell-Peel

Oklahoma State

312

Juanyeh Thomas

Georgia Tech

313

ZaQuandre White

South Carolina

314

Qwynnterrio Cole

Louisville

315

Logan Bruss

Wisconsin

316

Ronnie Rivers

Fresno State

317

Calvin Turner

Hawaii

318

Russ Yeast

Kansas State

319

Donovan Jennings

USF

320

Allie Green IV

Missouri

321

Jaylan Foster

South Carolina

322

DeAndre Pierce

Arizona State

323

Ulysses Bentley IV

SMU

324

Delarrin Turner-Yell

Oklahoma

325

Cole Fotheringham

Utah

326

Aqeel Glass

Alabama A&M

327

Malcolm Rodriguez

Oklahoma State

328

Dareke Young

Lenoir-Rhyne

329

Glen Logan

LSU

330

Marquan McCall

Kentucky

331

Ja'Von Hicks

Cincinnati

332

Dennis Houston

Illinois State

333

Kana'i Mauga

USC

334

Gerrit Prince

UAB

335

Nick Muse

South Carolina

336

Tre' Turner

Virginia Tech

337

Ryan Van Demark

UConn

338

Cole Schneider

UCF

339

Aaron Frost

Nevada

340

Jack Sanborn

Wisconsin

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NAME

POSITION

SCHOOL

341

Cade York

LSU

342

Greg Long

Purdue

343

Doug Kramer

Illinois

344

Gerard Wheeler

Tulsa

345

Josh Babicz

North Dakota State

346

Khalan Tolson

Illinois

347

Cameron Goode

Cal

348

Marcus McKethan

North Carolina

349

Shermari Jones

Coastal Carolina

350

Tyree Johnson

EDGE

Texas A&M

351

Jaydon Grant

Oregon State

352

Derek Kerstetter

Texas

353

Jordan Stout

Penn State

354

TieNeal Martin

Tulsa

355

Baylon Spector

Clemson

356

James Houston

Jackson State

357

Isaiah Chambers

EDGE

McNeese State

358

C.J. Brewer

Coastal Carolina

359

Raheem Blackshear

Virginia Tech

360

Durrell Johnson

EDGE

Liberty

361

Jah-Maine Martin

North Carolina A&T

362

Leonard Johnson

Duke

363

Trenton Thompson

San Diego State

364

Stanley Berryhill III

Arizona

365

Curtis Brooks

Cincinnati

366

DaMarcus Fields

Texas Tech

367

Charles Williams

UNLV

368

Jerron Cage

Ohio State

369

DaRon Bland

Fresno State

370

Scott Lashley

Mississippi State

371

Trestan Ebner

Baylor

372

Chase Garbers

California

373

Cole Kelley

SE Louisiana State

374

Cade Mays

Tennessee

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NAME

POSITION

SCHOOL

375

Jordan Williams

Virginia Tech

376

Joey Claybrook

Tulane

377

Connor Heyward

Michigan State

378

Carlos Rubio

Louisiana

379

Deandre Johnson

EDGE

Miami (FL)

380

Luiji Vilain

EDGE

Wake Forest

381

Cole Johnson

James Madison

382

Ty Fryfogle

Indiana

383

Jairon McVea

Baylor

384

Josh Sills

Oklahoma State

385

Vitaliy Gurman

Toledo

386

Armani Rogers

Ohio

387

Evan Fields

Arizona State

388

Qwuantrezz Knight

UCLA

389

Ja'Tyre Carter

Southern

390

Andrew Rupcich

Culver-Stockton

391

Daniel Hardy

EDGE

Montana State

392

Ezra Gray

Alabama State

393

Denzel Okafor

Oklahoma State

394

Tyler Lacy

Valparaiso

395

Robert Washington

Texas

396

Keidron Smith

Ole Miss

397

Dion Novil

North Texas

398

Adrian Frye

Texas Tech

399

Tyrion Davis-Price

LSU

400

Johnny Johnson III

Oregon

401

Daniel Barker

Illinois

402

Hayden Howerton

SMU

403

Sam Womack

Toledo

404

Mike Brown

Miami (OH)

405

Cam'Ron Harris

Miami (FL)

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IAN CUMMINGS PFN DRAFT ANALYST

I don’t really know how to start this. I’ve never been asked to write a foreword before. I don’t know why they asked me to do this, but hey, I’m down. I’ll start by just taking a step back and expressing thanks. Around five years ago, I was a clueless college freshman who had no idea what he wanted to do for a living. That was when I started sportswriting, but I never expected it to become anything too crazy. Writing full-time was more of a distant dream than a realistic expectation. Fast forward to now --- writing a forward for Pro Football Network’s 2022 NFL Draft Guide, with information from dozens of our scouting reports. It’s small. It’s not the end goal. And I’m still pretty clueless. But it’s pretty cool, nonetheless. I’d like to thank PFN for taking a chance on me. I was lucky that PFN came to me when they did. It always takes a little luck and some good timing to find your next path. You never truly know when doors are going to open up. But that’s why it’s so important to keep working and never stop --- because you need to be ready when they do. I’d also like to thank Cam Mellor, Oliver Hodgkinson, James Fragoza, and Tony Pauline for being exceptional coworkers in the draft department. I first worked alongside Tony at the Senior Bowl in early 2021. I skipped a week of school to fly down and had no idea what I was doing. I was nervous early on, but watching how Tony worked, went about his business, and navigated through everything made me a lot more confident by the end of the week and helped me come back with even more comfort in 2022. I work with Cam and Oli every day and am blessed to call them not just coworkers but friends. Cam’s sheer enthusiasm percolates to everyone in the department and helps energize all of us every week. Oli, meanwhile, works harder than anyone I have ever seen --- to the point where he drives me to work just as hard as him each day. And James is another young and bright draft mind who supports us with a selfless mindset every day. He covered for me when I famously fell asleep during the 2021 NFL Draft after staying up late for an accounting final (never again).

hold yourself accountable with your analysis. If you want to make it, then you can’t dwell on “made it” moments for long. There are always ways to get better. Always ask yourself how you can improve and leave no stone unturned in the search. I’d also like to give a shout-out to the prospects themselves. The draft process sometimes has a way of commodifying and dehumanizing these players. But each one is a human being with the same depth of consciousness and emotion that we experience every day. I’ve spoken to players like Jalyn Armour-Davis, a resilient, humble, and intensely detailoriented cornerback from Alabama; Andrew Stueber, a talented, upbeat, and optimistic lineman from Michigan; and Jalen Pitre, a stoic, determined, and hyper-focused defender from Baylor. I hope to speak to many more because, at the root of draft work, this is what we’re doing: telling their stories. On that note, here is Version 1 of PFN’s 2022 NFL Draft Guide to introduce you to the players of the 2022 NFL Draft, to give them the necessary representation, and help tell their stories from start to finish.

______________________________________________________ WRITTEN BY IAN CUMMINGS

A big thank you to our editors as well, who are truly the offensive linemen at PFN. And to Angela, who does an amazing job with the graphics. Thank you to all of you. Now, to the draft readers who may not know me: My goal is to provide you with objective, honest, and thorough draft analysis every day. My primary goal is to be able to articulate my thoughts to you and to always be transparent. I won’t always be right --- no one ever is --- but you’ll always know what I think and why. To those of you who are like I was five years ago, dreaming of making a career in sportswriting: It takes more than work. There are a lot of unrecognized overtime hours, just grinding tape. But there’s also a lot of introspection. You have to ask yourself the hard questions, and you have to

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NAME

POSITION

SCHOOL

Kyle Hamilton

Notre Dame

Kayvon Thibodeaux

EDGE

Oregon

Evan Neal

Alabama

David Ojabo

EDGE

Michigan

Andrew Booth Jr.

Clemson

Derek Stingley Jr.

LSU

Charles Cross

Mississippi State

Garrett Wilson

Ohio State

Jameson Williams

Alabama

Ikem Ekwonu

North Carolina State

George Karlaftis

EDGE

Purdue

Daxton Hill

Michigan

Tyler Linderbaum

Iowa

Drake London

USC

Kaiir Elam

Florida

DeMarvin Leal

Texas A&M

Nakobe Dean

Georgia

Ahmad Gardner

Cincinnati

Travon Walker

EDGE

Georgia

Kenyon Green

Texas A&M

Devin Lloyd

Utah

Aidan Hutchinson

EDGE

Michigan

Kyler Gordon

Washington

Lewis Cine

Georgia

Trent McDuffie

Washington

Jahan Dotson

Penn State

Chris Olave

Ohio State

Jermaine Johnson II

EDGE

Florida State

Perrion Winfrey

Oklahoma

Jordan Davis

Georgia

Kenny Pickett

Pittsburgh

Malik Willis

Liberty

Boye Mafe

EDGE

Minnesota

Arnold Ebiketie

EDGE

Penn State

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NAME

POSITION

SCHOOL

Erik Ezukanma

Texas Tech

Treylon Burks

Texas A&M

Breece Hall

Iowa State

Kenneth Walker III

Michigan State

Isaiah Spiller

Texas A&M

Zion Johnson

Boston College

Jaquan Brisker

Penn State

Sam Howell

North Carolina

Jalen Pitre

Baylor

Kingsley Enagbare

EDGE

South Carolina

Drake Jackson

EDGE

USC

Martin Emerson

Mississippi State

Chad Muma

Wyoming

John Metchie III

Alabama

Matt Corral

Ole Miss

Christian Harris

Alabama

David Bell

Purdue

Carson Strong

Nevada

Logan Hall

Houston

Quay Walker

Georgia

Devonte Wyatt

Georgia

Sean Rhyan

UCLA

Romeo Doubs

Nevada

Wan'Dale Robinson

Kentucky

Roger McCreary

Auburn

Jalen Tolbert

South Alabama

Sam Williams

EDGE

Ole Miss

Jalyn Armour-Davis

Alabama

Skyy Moore

Western Michigan

Kerby Joseph

Illinois

Derion Kendrick

Georgia

Tyler Smith

Tulsa

Phidarian Mathis

Alabama

Myjai Sanders

EDGE

Cincinnati

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NAME

POSITION

SCHOOL

Nicholas Petit-Frere

Ohio State

Nik Bonitto

EDGE

Oklahoma

Trevor Penning

Northern Iowa

Isaiah Likely

Coastal Carolina

Trey McBride

Colorado State

Kyren Williams

Notre Dame

Cameron Thomas

EDGE

San Diego State

Alec Pierce

Cincinnati

Brian Asamoah

Oklahoma

Abraham Lucas

Washington State

Matthew Butler

Tennessee

JT Woods

Baylor

Cameron Jurgens

Nebraska

Jalen Wydermyer

Texas A&M

George Pickens

Georgia

Calvin Austin III

Memphis

Lecitus Smith

Virginia Tech

Dare Rosenthal

Kentucky

Brandon Smith

Penn State

Zachary Carter

Florida

Darian Kinnard

Kentucky

Damone Clark

LSU

Christian Watson

North Dakota State

Travis Jones

Connecticut

Cam Taylor-Britt

Nebraska

Dameon Pierce

Florida

Desmond Ridder

Cincinnati

Jake Ferguson

Wisconsin

Jerome Ford

Cincinnati

Channing Tindall

Georgia

Ed Ingram

LSU

100

Jeremy Ruckert

Ohio State

101

Khalil Shakir

Boise State

102

Bernhard Raimann

Central Michigan

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NAME

POSITION

SCHOOL

103

Isaiah Thomas

EDGE

Oklahoma

104

Terrel Bernard

Baylor

105

Brian Robinson Jr.

Alabama

106

Tariq Woolen

UTSA

107

Verone McKinley III

Oregon

108

Justyn Ross

Clemson

109

Troy Andersen

Montana State

110

Tyler Badie

Missouri

111

Jamaree Salyer

Georgia

112

Leon O'Neal Jr.

Texas A&M

113

Coby Bryant

Cincinnati

114

Hassan Haskins

Michigan

115

Josh Paschal

EDGE

Kentucky

116

James Cook

Georgia

117

Matt Waletzko

North Dakota

118

Alex Wright

EDGE

UAB

119

Jermaine Waller

Virginia Tech

120

Dominique Robinson

EDGE

Miami (OH)

121

Jesse Luketa

EDGE

Penn State

122

Daniel Faalele

Minnesota

123

Tyler Allgeier

BYU

124

JoJo Domann

Nebraska

125

Marcus Jones

Houston

126

David Anenih

EDGE

Houston

127

Dai'Jean Dixon

Nicholls State

128

Braxton Jones

Southern Utah

129

Marquis Hayes

Oklahoma

130

Alec Lindstrom

Boston College

131

Charleston Rambo

Miami (FL)

132

Rasheed Walker

Penn State

133

Darrian Beavers

Cincinnati

134

Cade Otton

Washington

135

Yusuf Corker

Kentucky

136

DeAngelo Malone

EDGE

Western Kentucky

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NAME

POSITION

SCHOOL

137

Tyler Goodson

Iowa

138

Sincere McCormick

UTSA

139

Kyle Philips

UCLA

140

Cole Turner

Nevada

141

Alontae Taylor

Tennessee

142

Markquese Bell

Florida A&M

143

Zonovan Knight

North Carolina State

144

Matt Henningsen

Wisconsin

145

Micheal Clemons

EDGE

Texas A&M

146

Vincent Gray

Michigan

147

Tyquan Thornton

Baylor

148

Mario Goodrich

Clemson

149

Bryan Cook

Cincinnati

150

Danny Gray

SMU

151

John Ridgeway

Arkansas

152

Amaré Barno

EDGE

Virginia Tech

153

Tycen Anderson

Toledo

154

Joshua Williams

Fayetteville State

155

Trae Barry

Boston College

156

Kaleb Eleby

Western Michigan

157

Leo Chenal

Wisconsin

158

Jashaun Corbin

Florida State

159

Bailey Zappe

Western Kentucky

160

Cole Strange

Chattanooga

161

Greg Dulcich

UCLA

162

Haskell Garrett

Ohio State

163

Luke Fortner

Kentucky

164

CJ Verdell

Oregon

165

Tyreke Smith

EDGE

Ohio State

166

Rachaad White

Arizona State

167

Nick Cross

Maryland

168

Otito Ogbonnia

UCLA

169

Max Mitchell

Louisiana

170

Mykael Wright

Oregon

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NAME

POSITION

SCHOOL

171

Justin Shaffer

Georgia

172

Josh Johnson

Tulsa

173

Kalon Barnes

Baylor

174

Eric Johnson

Missouri State

175

Abram Smith

Baylor

176

Dylan Parham

Memphis

177

Andrew Stueber

Michigan

178

Josh Thompson

Texas

179

Devin Cochran

Georgia Tech

180

Thomas Booker

Stanford

181

Tre' Williams

EDGE

Arkansas

182

Akayleb Evans

Missouri

183

Lucas Krull

Pittsburgh

184

Kaylon Geiger

Texas Tech

185

Quentin Lake

UCLA

186

Micah McFadden

Indiana

187

Decobie Durant

South Carolina State

188

Tayland Humphrey

Louisiana

189

Thayer Munford

Ohio State

190

Sterling Weatherford

Miami (OH)

191

Josh Jobe

Alabama

192

Smoke Monday

Auburn

193

Derrick Deese Jr.

San Jose State

194

Jerreth Sterns

Western Kentucky

195

Spencer Burford

UTSA

196

Xavier Newman-Johnson

Baylor

197

Jeffrey Gunter

EDGE

Coastal Carolina

198

Davontavean Martin

Oklahoma State

199

ZaQuandre White

South Carolina

200

Chigoziem Okonkwo

Maryland

201

Chris Hinton

Michigan

202

James Mitchell

Virginia Tech

203

Grant Calcaterra

SMU

204

Ty Chandler

North Carolina

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NAME

POSITION

SCHOOL

205

Chamarri Conner

Virginia Tech

206

Jaivon Heiligh

Coastal Carolina

207

Kadofi Wright

Buffalo

208

Russ Yeast

Kansas State

209

Bamidele Olaseni

Utah

210

Jaylan Foster

South Carolina

211

Zyon McCollum

Sam Houston State

212

Ulysses Bentley IV

SMU

213

Brock Hoffman

Virginia Tech

214

De'Shaan Dixon

EDGE

Norfolk State

215

Jeremiah Gemmel

North Carolina

216

Chance Campbell

Ole Miss

217

Kennedy Brooks

Oklahoma

218

Jalen Nailor

Michigan State

219

Neil Farrell Jr.

LSU

220

Tariq Castro-Fields

Penn State

221

Velus Jones Jr.

Tennessee

222

Obinna Eze

TCU

223

Reggie Roberson Jr.

SMU

224

Shaun Jolly

Appalachian State

225

Ja'Von Hicks

Cincinnati

226

D'Vonte Price

FIU

227

Charlie Kolar

Iowa State

228

Ja'Sir Taylor

Wake Forest

229

Dawson Deaton

Texas Tech

230

Pierre Strong Jr.

South Dakota State

231

Jelani Woods

Virginia

232

Tre' Turner

Virginia Tech

233

Nick Zakelj

Fordham

234

Kadeem Telfort

UAB

235

Chris Paul

Tulsa

236

Josh Ross

Michigan

237

Devon Williams

Oregon

238

Jack Snyder

San Jose State

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NAME

POSITION

SCHOOL

239

James Empey

BYU

240

Emeka Emezie

North Carolina State

241

Ellis Brooks

Penn State

242

Damarion Williams

Houston

243

Eyioma Uwazurike

Iowa State

244

Jerrion Ealy

Ole Miss

245

Jaylen Watson

Washington State

246

Calvin Turner

Hawaii

247

Braylon Sanders

Ole Miss

248

Damarri Mathis

Pittsburgh

249

Julius Turner

Rutgers

250

Reed Blankenship

Middle Tennessee State

251

Luke Goedeke

Central Michigan

252

Dontario Drummond

Ole Miss

253

Zach Tom

Wake Forest

254

Ali Fayad

EDGE

Western Michigan

255

Kellen Diesch

Arizona State

256

Eric Barriere

Eastern Washington

257

Zamir White

Georgia

258

Jack Jones

Arizona State

259

Isaiah Chambers

EDGE

McNeese State

260

Luke Tenuta

Virginia Tech

261

Zach VanValkenburg

EDGE

Iowa

262

Arron Mosby

EDGE

Fresno State

263

Samori Toure

Nebraska

264

Jah-Maine Martin

North Carolina A&T

265

BJ Foster

Texas

266

William Dunkle

San Diego State

267

Sam Webb

NW Missouri State

268

Scott Lashley

Mississippi State

269

Aqeel Glass

Alabama A&M

270

Isaiah Weston

Northern Iowa

271

Percy Butler

Louisiana

272

Montaric Brown

Arkansas

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NAME

POSITION

SCHOOL

273

Jaquarii Roberson

Wake Forest

274

Dareke Young

Lenoir-Rhyne

275

Nick Ford

Utah

276

Corey Sutton

Appalachian State

277

Isaih Pacheco

Rutgers

278

Connor Heyward

Michigan State

279

Jack Sanborn

Wisconsin

280

Cordell Volson

North Dakota State

281

Luiji Vilain

EDGE

Wake Forest

282

Gerrit Prince

UAB

283

Austin Deculus

LSU

284

Jairon McVea

Baylor

285

Esezi Otomewo

EDGE

Minnesota

286

Aaron Frost

Nevada

287

Armani Rogers

Ohio

288

Cordale Flott

LSU

289

Trenton Thompson

San Diego State

290

Kevin Austin Jr.

Notre Dame

291

Daniel Hardy

EDGE

Montana State

292

Gregory Junior

Ouachita Baptist

293

Robert Washington

Valparaiso

294

Mike Rose

Iowa State

295

Tyrion Davis-Price

LSU

296

Marquan McCall

Kentucky

297

Daniel Bellinger

San Diego State

298

Hayden Howerton

SMU

299

Bryce Watts

Massachusetts

300

Mike Brown

Miami (OH)

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Sunday, February 6th --- The sun set in the Los Angeles night sky, and the confetti rained down on the SoFi Stadium turf as the Los Angeles Rams celebrated their victory in Super Bowl 56. With the sounds of Dr. Dre and his cohort of halftime show superstars still ringing in their ears, two sets of fans headed home with two different mindsets. However, both focused on the next big event on the football calendar. For once the dust has settled on the Super Bowl, it is officially NFL Draft season. But the truth of the matter is that “draft season” didn’t really begin with the Rams’ victory on Super Bowl Sunday. For us, it began almost immediately in the aftermath of the 2021 NFL Draft. The day after Roger Goodell announced Houston linebacker Grant Stuard as the 259th pick of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers --- the “Mr. Irrelevant” of last year’s class --- work began on the 2022 NFL Draft class with positional top 10 articles forming a watchlist of who to watch in the upcoming college football season. And what an incredible year of college football it was. From the underdog story that was the Cincinnati Bearcats’ challenge to the football elite, through Michigan’s slaying of Ohio State for the first time in Jim Harbaugh’s tenure, to the emergence of the Georgia Bulldogs as an elite defensive unit and their ultimate ascension to the national championship. All the while, analysts, media, and fans alike derided the 2022 NFL Draft class, with the murkiness of the quarterback situation within it acting as a measuring stick for what has been routinely described as a “terrible” class. After almost 10 months of working on this 2022 NFL Draft class, I can tell you with a hand on my football heart that this is not a terrible draft class. Sure, the quarterback group won’t live up to last year’s class. But having been labeled as historic throughout, what really could? Even here, there’s excitement in the form of Liberty’s Malik Willis, who possesses the arm talent and exceptional mobile creativity to be a star in the NFL, given the time and right environment. For me, however, the exciting part of this 2022 NFL Draft class is the depth of talent at some of the most important positions. This edge class possesses so much exciting potential in the form of Kayvon Thibodeaux, George Karlaftis, Aidan Hutchinson, David Ojabo, Jermaine Johnson II, Travon Walker, and Cameron Thomas, who could all be first-round players. Behind these stars is a slew of playmakers who will make an impact in the NFL.

The cornerback class is a living embodiment of the fact that draft season doesn’t actually have a defined beginning and end. Since his phenomenal freshman season in 2019, LSU’s Derek Stingley Jr. has been a contender to be the CB1 of the 2022 NFL Draft class. Yet, he has plenty of competition in the form of Clemson’s Andrew Booth Jr., Cincinnati’s Ahmad “Sauce” Gardner, Florida’s Kaiir Elam, and the Washington duo of Kyler Gordon and Trent McDuffie. It’s another position group that is teeming with talent. I could continue on for hours talking about how originally I thought the linebacker group was terrible, but it has grown on me as these prospects have developed through their final year, highlighted by Nakobe Dean’s elevation to early first-round potential. I could talk all day about Kyle Hamilton --- for me, he is the best player in this class --- and how my player profile on the Notre Dame safety essentially reads more like a romantic novel rather than a scouting report. Rather than do that, we present the Pro Football Network 2022 NFL Draft guide. It ultimately is 10 months and thousands of hours of love disguised as work, which we hope informs, enlightens, and educates that this class is more than the sum of its quarterback parts. We hope you enjoy reading it as much as we did creating it.

_____________________________________________ WRITTEN BY OLIVER HODGKINSON

Forget the passers in the class and focus on the pass catchers. Ohio State’s Garrett Wilson leads a cast that contains every type of pass-catching archetype, and some -- like North Dakota State’s Christian Watson and USC’s Drake London -- that blur the lines between traditional big-bodied possession receivers and speedy after-the-catch threats. There’s a veritable feast of potent pass catchers, and I for one can’t wait to see how they fall off the board come April.

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NAME

POSITION

SCHOOL

Kyle Hamilton

Notre Dame

Kayvon Thibodeaux

EDGE

Oregon

Evan Neal

Alabama

Aidan Hutchinson

EDGE

Michigan

Andrew Booth Jr.

Clemson

Tyler Linderbaum

Iowa

Ikem Ekwonu

North Carolina State

Charles Cross

Mississippi State

Garrett Wilson

Ohio State

George Karlaftis

EDGE

Purdue

Derek Stingley Jr.

LSU

DeMarvin Leal

Texas A&M

Drake London

USC

Devin Lloyd

Utah

Nakobe Dean

Georgia

Kaiir Elam

Florida

Jermaine Johnson II

EDGE

Florida State

Travon Walker

EDGE

Georgia

David Ojabo

EDGE

Michigan

Treylon Burks

Arkansas

Kenyon Green

Texas A&M

Ahmad Gardner

Cincinnati

Jordan Davis

Georgia

Lewis Cine

Georgia

Chris Olave

Ohio State

Jameson Williams

Alabama

Daxton Hill

Michigan

Cameron Thomas

EDGE

San Diego State

Perrion Winfrey

Oklahoma

Zion Johnson

Boston College

Kyler Gordon

Washington

Derion Kendrick

Georgia

Trent McDuffie

Washington

David Bell

Purdue

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NAME

POSITION

SCHOOL

Jaquan Brisker

Penn State

Jahan Dotson

Penn State

Isaiah Spiller

Texas A&M

Breece Hall

Iowa State

Kingsley Enagbare

EDGE

South Carolina

Kenneth Walker III

Michigan State

Trevor Penning

Northern Iowa

Malik Willis

Liberty

Isaiah Likely

Coastal Carolina

Matt Corral

Ole Miss

Sam Williams

EDGE

Ole Miss

Kenny Pickett

Pittsburgh

Daniel Faalele

Minnesota

Arnold Ebiketie

EDGE

Penn State

Sam Howell

North Carolina

Myjai Sanders

EDGE

Cincinnati

Romeo Doubs

Nevada

Bernhard Raimann

Central Michigan

Carson Strong

Nevada

Boye Mafe

EDGE

Minnesota

Trey McBride

Colorado State

Sean Rhyan

UCLA

Jalen Tolbert

South Alabama

Drake Jackson

EDGE

USC

Devonte Wyatt

Georgia

Chad Muma

Wyoming

Nicholas Petit-Frere

Ohio State

Jalen Pitre

Baylor

Jalen Wydermyer

Texas A&M

Christian Watson

North Dakota State

Kyren Williams

Notre Dame

Roger McCreary

Auburn

Calvin Austin III

Memphis

Phidarian Mathis

Alabama

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OLIVER HODGKINSON’S BIG BOARD RANK

NAME

POSITION

SCHOOL

Lecitus Smith

Virginia Tech

Alec Pierce

Cincinnati

Bailey Zappe

Western Kentucky

Skyy Moore

Western Michigan

Wan'Dale Robinson

Kentucky

Jalyn Armour-Davis

Alabama

Christian Harris

Alabama

Travis Jones

UConn

Darian Kinnard

Kentucky

Rachaad White

Arizona State

Abraham Lucas

Washington State

Erik Ezukanma

Texas Tech

Brandon Smith

Penn State

John Metchie III

Alabama

Martin Emerson

Mississippi State

Khalil Shakir

Boise State

Zachary Carter

Florida

George Pickens

Georgia

Brian Asamoah

Oklahoma

Isaiah Thomas

EDGE

Oklahoma

Alec Lindstrom

Boston College

Quay Walker

Georgia

Leon O'Neal Jr.

Texas A&M

Tyler Smith

Tulsa

Thayer Munford

Ohio State

Tariq Woolen

UTSA

Matthew Butler

Tennessee

Jerome Ford

Cincinnati

Tyler Allgeier

BYU

Ed Ingram

LSU

Mario Goodrich

Clemson

100

Logan Hall

Houston

101

Desmond Ridder

Cincinnati

102

Channing Tindall

Georgia

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OLIVER HODGKINSON’S BIG BOARD RANK

NAME

POSITION

SCHOOL

103

Terrel Bernard

Baylor

104

Trae Barry

Boston College

105

Kaleb Eleby

Western Michigan

106

Verone Mckinley III

Oregon

107

Nik Bonitto

EDGE

Oklahoma

108

Sincere McCormick

UTSA

109

James Cook

Georgia

110

Dameon Pierce

Florida

111

Jermaine Waller

Virginia Tech

112

Jaivon Heiligh

Coastal Carolina

113

Dare Rosenthal

Kentucky

114

Markquese Bell

Florida A&M

115

Coby Bryant

Cincinnati

116

Cam Taylor-Britt

Nebraska

117

Justyn Ross

Clemson

118

Tyler Goodson

Iowa

119

Jeffrey Gunter

EDGE

Coastal Carolina

120

Amaré Barno

EDGE

Virginia Tech

121

Cole Turner

Nevada

122

Jeremy Ruckert

Ohio State

123

Zyon McCollum

Sam Houston State

124

Braxton Jones

Southern Utah

125

Damone Clark

LSU

126

Kerby Joseph

Illinois

127

Matt Waletzko

North Dakota

128

Zonovan Knight

North Carolina State

129

Troy Andersen

Montana State

130

Alontae Taylor

Tennessee

131

Luke Fortner

Kentucky

132

Cade Otton

Washington

133

Jake Ferguson

Wisconsin

134

Jerreth Sterns

Western Kentucky

135

Haskell Garrett

Ohio State

136

Tyreke Smith

EDGE

Ohio State

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OLIVER HODGKINSON’S BIG BOARD RANK

NAME

POSITION

SCHOOL

137

Quentin Lake

UCLA

138

Micheal Clemons

EDGE

Texas A&M

139

Tyler Badie

Missouri

140

JoJo Domann

Nebraska

141

Cameron Jurgens

Nebraksa

142

Alex Wright

EDGE

UAB

143

JT Woods

Baylor

144

Hassan Haskins

Michigan

145

Sterling Weatherford

Miami (OH)

146

Chris Hinton

Michigan

147

Jamaree Salyer

Georgia

148

Brian Robinson Jr.

Alabama

149

Cole Strange

Chattanooga

150

Pierre Strong Jr.

South Dakota State

151

Marcus Jones

Houston

152

John Ridgeway

Arkansas

153

Yusuf Corker

Kentucky

154

Jesse Luketa

Penn State

155

Kyle Philips

UCLA

156

Josh Paschal

EDGE

Kentucky

157

Rasheed Walker

Penn State

158

Dai'Jean Dixon

Nicholls State

159

Ja'Sir Taylor

Wake Forest

160

Mykael Wright

Oregon

161

Chamarri Conner

Virginia Tech

162

Danny Gray

SMU

163

James Mitchell

Virginia Tech

164

Decobie Durant

South Carolina State

165

Darrian Beavers

Cincinnati

166

CJ Verdell

Oregon

167

Tycen Anderson

Toledo

168

Bryan Cook

Cincinnati

169

Leo Chenal

Wisconsin

170

Dominique Robinson

EDGE

Miami (OH)

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OLIVER HODGKINSON’S BIG BOARD RANK

NAME

POSITION

SCHOOL

171

Akayleb Evans

Missouri

172

Abram Smith

Baylor

173

Matt Henningsen

Wisconsin

174

Emeka Emezie

North Carolina State

175

Tre' Williams

EDGE

Arkansas

176

Max Mitchell

Louisiana

177

Neil Farrell Jr.

LSU

178

Charleston Rambo

Miami (FL)

179

Derrick Deese Jr.

San Jose State

180

Shaun Jolly

Appalachian State

181

Justin Shaffer

Georgia

182

Arron Mosby

EDGE

Fresno State

183

Marquis Hayes

Oklahoma

184

Tyquan Thornton

Baylor

185

James Empey

BYU

186

Joshua Williams

Fayetteville State

187

Greg Dulcich

UCLA

188

Josh Jobe

Alabama

189

Bo Melton

Rutgers

190

Nick Cross

Maryland

191

Tariq Castro-Fields

Penn State

192

Xavier Newman-Johnson

Baylor

193

Otito Ogbonnia

UCLA

194

Ali Fayad

EDGE

Western Michigan

195

DeAngelo Malone

EDGE

Western Kentucky

196

Ellis Brooks

Penn State

197

Cordell Volson

North Dakota State

198

Zakoby McClain

Auburn

199

Jerrion Ealy

Ole Miss

200

D'Vonte Price

FIU

201

Kennedy Brooks

Oklahoma

202

Lucas Krull

Pittsburgh

203

Bamidele Olaseni

Utah

204

Dylan Parham

Memphis

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OLIVER HODGKINSON’S BIG BOARD RANK

NAME

POSITION

SCHOOL

205

Vincent Gray

Michigan

206

Montaric Brown

Arkansas

207

Andrew Stueber

Michigan

208

Corey Sutton

Appalachian State

209

Jaylen Watson

Washington State

210

Kadofi Wright

Buffalo

211

Luke Tenuta

Virginia Tech

212

Jaquarii Roberson

Wake Forest

213

David Anenih

EDGE

Houston

214

Isaiah Weston

Northern Illinois

215

Obinna Eze

TCU

216

Nick Zakelj

Fordham

217

Dontario Drummond

Ole Miss

218

Reggie Roberson Jr.

SMU

219

Kellen Diesch

Arizona State

220

Zach VanValkenburg

EDGE

Iowa

221

Kolby Harvell-Peel

Oklahoma State

222

Jack Snyder

San Jose State

223

Reed Blankenship

Middle Tennessee State

224

Jean Delance

Florida

225

Dennis Houston

Western Illinois

226

Chris Paul

Tulsa

227

Thomas Booker

Stanford

228

Jack Jones

Arizona State

229

De'Shaan Dixon

EDGE

Norfolk State

230

Devin Cochran

Georgia Tech

231

Ty Chandler

North Carolina

232

Josh Johnson

Tulsa

233

Micah McFadden

Indiana

234

Eric Johnson

Missouri State

235

Jake Camarda

Georgia

236

Chase Lucas

Arizona State

237

Cade York

LSU

238

Dawson Deaton

Texas Tech

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OLIVER HODGKINSON’S BIG BOARD RANK

NAME

POSITION

SCHOOL

239

Charlie Kolar

Iowa State

240

Damarri Mathis

Pittsburgh

241

Jelani Woods

Virginia

242

Matt Araiza

San Diego State

243

Gerard Wheeler

Tulsa

244

Eric Barriere

Eastern Washington

245

Samori Toure

Nebraska

246

Gabe Brkic

Oklahoma

247

Damarion Williams

Houston

248

Jashaun Corbin

Florida State

249

Nate Landman

Colorado

250

Spencer Burford

UTSA

251

Shermari Jones

Coastal Carolina

252

Julius Turner

Rutgers

253

Marquan McCall

Kentucky

254

Jordan Stout

Penn State

255

Mike Rose

Iowa State

256

Tayland Humphrey

Louisiana

257

Chigoziem Okonkwo

Maryland

258

Velus Jones Jr.

Tennessee

259

Calvin Turner

Hawaii

260

Brock Hoffman

Virginia Tech

261

Devon Williams

Oregon

262

Aqeel Glass

Alabama A&M

263

Raheem Blackshear

Virginia Tech

264

Eyioma Uwazurike

Iowa State

265

Stanley Berryhill III

Arizona

266

Isaih Pacheco

Rutgers

267

Dareke Young

Lenoir-Rhyne

268

Gerrit Prince

UAB

269

Daniel Bellinger

San Diego State

270

Austin Deculus

LSU

271

Luke Wattenberg

Washington

272

Cole Kelley

Southeastern Louisiana

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OLIVER HODGKINSON’S BIG BOARD RANK

NAME

POSITION

SCHOOL

273

Durrell Johnson

EDGE

Liberty

274

Chance Campbell

Ole Miss

275

Charles Williams

UNLV

276

Jordan Williams

Virginia Tech

277

Trenton Thompson

San Diego State

278

Jack Sanborn

Wisconsin

279

Zach Tom

Wake Forest

280

Kadeem Telfort

UAB

281

Cole Johnson

James Madison

282

Zander Horvath

Purdue

283

Trestan Ebner

Baylor

284

Ryan Van Demark

UConn

285

Luke Goedeke

Central Michigan

286

William Dunkle

San Diego State

287

Jalen Nailor

Michigan State

288

Zamir White

Georgia

289

C.J. Brewer

Coastal Carolina

290

Ja'Tyre Carter

Southern

291

Nick Ford

Utah

292

Ezra Gray

Alabama State

293

Tyler Lacy

Oklahoma State

294

Dion Novil

North Texas

295

Davontavean Martin

Oklahoma State

296

Smoke Monday

Auburn

297

Aaron Frost

Nevada

298

Curtis Brooks

UTSA

299

Kalon Barnes

Baylor

300

Josh Babicz

North Dakota State

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QUARTERBACK

QUARTERBACK PFN CONSENSUS BIG BOARD RANKINGS NAME

SCHOOL

POS RANK

OVERALL RANK

Malik Willis

Liberty

Kenny Pickett

Pittsburgh

Sam Howell

North Carolina

Carson Strong

Nevada

Matt Corral

Ole Miss

Desmond Ridder

Cincinnati

Kaleb Eleby

Western Michigan

118

Bailey Zappe

Western Kentucky

149

Brock Purdy

Iowa State

240

Eric Barriere

Eastern Washington

279

Chase Garbers

California

372

Rankings reflect only players in VOL.1 of the 2022 PFN Draft Guide

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MALIK

WILLIS School

Position

HT/WT

Liberty

6’0”, 220 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

COMP.

ATT.

COMP.%

YARDS

AVG

INT

LNG

RUSH ATT

RUSH YDS

RUSH AVG

RUSH TD

2021 Stats

207

339

61.1%

2,857

8.4

197

878

4.5

Career Stats

388

618

62.8%

5,186

8.4

366

2,131 5.8

Analysis

Positives

A dual-threat quarterback with two years of starting experience at the college level, Malik Willis is a dynamic playmaker with both his arm and legs. At 6’0”, he won’t be the tallest quarterback in the class, but the NFL shouldn’t hold that against him. At 215 pounds, he has an excellent build to hold up to the elevated physical rigors at the next level.

Willis puts excellent zip on the ball and can throw from multiple arm angles. The Liberty QB combines his excellent athleticism with the ability to throw a beautiful ball on the run, making him extremely dangerous out of the pocket.

That allows Willis to play the game with impressive toughness. That presents itself in multiple ways. He can hang tough in the pocket and take a hit. Furthermore, Willis demonstrates grit as a ball carrier when escaping the pocket. He is challenging to take down in the open field due to his toughness and athletic ability. Willis possesses exceptional athletic qualities. The Liberty QB is fast, owns an excellent short-area burst, and his change of direction is phenomenal. This allows him to be an entertaining, electric, and effective dual-threat quarterback. Willis is elusive both in and out of the pocket, shows stellar vision as a runner, and is brilliantly creative. He’s comfortably the most dangerous quarterback in terms of mobility in this 2022 NFL Draft class. Willis also possesses the most impressive arm in this draft class. Where most people have an arm, the Liberty quarterback has a laser-guided missile launcher, a cannon, insert your own metaphor here. He’s capable of launching the ball downfield with relative ease, routinely making throws that leave you flabbergasted.

Willis is an on-field leader who attempts to elevate those around him. Off the field, he composes himself well in interview situations and appears to possess high character. His combination of arm talent, elite athleticism, and leadership should make him an alluring prospect in a murky quarterback class.

Negatives Like multiple quarterbacks in the 2022 NFL Draft class, Willis is a work in progress from a decision-making standpoint. He needs to learn when to take the easy option as a passer. He’s guilty of frequently trying to take the difficult option, maybe as a result of arm arrogance. He’ll try and thread the ball into receivers when they genuinely aren’t open. It’s an issue compounded by an inability to quickly scan the field.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/2"

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

31 3/4"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

77 3/8"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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KENNY

PICKETT School

Position

HT/WT

Pittsburgh

6’3”, 221 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

COMP.

ATT.

COMP.%

YARDS

AVG

INT

LNG

RUSH ATT

RUSH YDS

RUSH AVG

RUSH TD

2021 Stats

334

497

67.2%

4,319

8.7

241

2.5

Career Stats

1045

1674

62.4%

12,303

7.3

416

809

1.9

Analysis

Positives

Kenny Pickett has a wealth of experience on the college football stage — more than most quarterbacks that suited up this year. He was regarded as a serious 2021 NFL Draft prospect in 2020 but chose to return to school for his redshirt-senior season. It was an excellent decision by Pickett to bet on himself. He came into the year with 39 career passing touchdowns, and more than doubled that number in a Heisman finalist campaign.

Pickett is talented. His strong off-script profile is one of his most appealing traits. But the Pitt QB has a heightened degree of polish. Pickett has exceptional mechanics in structure. He keeps his feet and shoulders squared to his target, and he continually resets his base as he goes through progressions.

Let’s start with Pickett’s physical tools, where the Pitt QB is surprisingly well-equipped. Standing at 6’3”, 220 pounds, Pickett is a very good athlete with a strong frame. With his mobility, he can sidestep rushers, escape the pocket, and produce on the ground. He also has elite competitive toughness. Pickett is clutch in crucial moments, and he plays through injuries, putting it all on the line each game. Even more so than Pickett’s athleticism, however, his arm demands attention. The Pitt QB has a crisp, compact, and efficient throwing motion, which easily generates velocity. With this velocity, Pickett leads receivers downfield and pushes the ball past defenders. He also fits the ball into tight spots and has the elasticity to adjust his trajectory and ball placement, as well as throw with different arm angles. His arm strength isn’t elite, but he has good arm talent overall, and he has excellent offplatform throwing ability. Pickett sees the field well and has shown to go through progressions with pace. Moreover, Pickett knows how to use his eyes to manipulate safeties and open up certain routes, and he keeps his eyes downfield when going off-script, identifying open receivers quickly. One of his biggest knocks is his pocket poise. He sometimes evades clean pockets too quickly, and can be skittish. But overall, he has some Derek Carr to his game. He’s a QB you can win with.

Pickett’s never idle on his feet, and he can extend plays with his athleticism. He also knows how to manipulate throwing lanes, goes through progressions, throws with anticipation, and uses his eyes to freeze defenders.

Negatives Pickett’s general feel and poise in the pocket can be more consistent. There are times when Pickett bails clean pockets that he can step up into, creating unnecessary chaos. Pickett needs to improve at working the pocket and staying in structure. He also still fades back occasionally and can be more consistent stepping into his throws to generate maximum momentum. Pickett also occasionally displays a degree of arm arrogance. His arm is not quite elite, and his velocity doesn’t always drive as well into the deep range.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

8 1/2"

Broad Jump

10'1"

Arm Length

30 7/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

73 3/4"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

33.5"

40-yard

4.67

RAS

9.24

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SAM

HOWELL School

Position

HT/WT

North Carolina

6’1”, 221 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

COMP.

ATT.

COMP.%

YARDS

AVG

INT

LNG

RUSH ATT

RUSH YDS

RUSH AVG

RUSH TD

2021 Stats

217

347

63.8%

3,056

8.8

183

828

4.5

Career Stats

713

1117

63.8%

10,283

9.2

369

1,009

2.7

Analysis

Positives

Sam Howell started the season as a leading contender for the QB1 of the 2022 NFL Draft class. While he hasn’t suffered the complete and utter collapse of contemporary Spencer Rattler, a difficult 2021 season has clouded his standing, which is truly saying something in this murkiest of quarterback classes.

The North Carolina QB gets the ball out of his hands with impressive quickness. Additionally, Howell demonstrates the ability to throw from multiple arm angles. This allows him to distribute the ball accurately on a consistent basis.

That said, the North Carolina quarterback still possesses an NFL scouting report packed with pro potential. The Senior Bowl was going to be key to reigniting Howell’s draft stock. Removed from some of the mitigating circumstances that hobbled his season, he showcased some of the next-level potential that he possesses. Howell is an intelligent, accurate quarterback who possesses an excellent arm. While he might not possess the same pure strength as Malik Willis or Desmond Ridder in this class, the North Carolina quarterback can still deliver a deep ball downfield. Furthermore, he’s showcased amazing zip on short to intermediate throws. He can fire the ball into his receivers with very little effort.

He showcases the ability to throw with anticipation, routinely putting his receiver in a position to succeed after the catch.

Negatives While pocket management is difficult to be objective about given his subpar offensive line play, there are some areas where Howell could help himself. He needs to showcase greater awareness in the pocket. This comprises multiple elements, but mainly, his ability to avoid contact and willingness to step up and deliver from the pocket needs to be more consistent.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/8"

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

30 3/4"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

75 1/2"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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CARSON

STRONG School

Position

HT/WT

Nevada

6’3”, 226 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

COMP.

ATT.

COMP.%

YARDS

AVG

INT

LNG

RUSH ATT

RUSH YDS

RUSH AVG

RUSH TD

2021 Stats

367

524

70.0%

4,186

8.0

-208

-4.1

Career Stats

853

1253

68.1%

9,379

7.5

139

-305

-2.2

Analysis

Positives

Standing at 6’3”, 226 pounds, Strong has a crisp, compact throwing motion, and he can generate immense velocity with ease. He carries enough arm strength to push the ball downfield and hit players in stride, capable of fitting the ball into tight windows with touch. He also has enough arm elasticity to generate velocity on the run. Strong maximizes his arm with solid lower body mechanics, hip torque, and dependable synergy between his upper and lower body.

Strong does a lot of pre-snap work with protection calls, and he flashes the ability to run through his progressions fairly quickly. He throws with anticipation, with some of the most noticeable examples being on in-breaking routes.

Strong’s high-level arm is his most valuable physical tool, but he isn’t a statue as an athlete. Strong is certainly more of a pocket passer, but he has some underrated mobility within his archetype. He has some modest short-range spryness in the pocket and flashes limited off-script ability. While he’s never going to create much on the ground, he can get out in space with his long strides if pressure pushes him out of the pocket. In the pocket, Strong brings some nice qualities as well. He’s shown that, while he’s not an elite creator, he can navigate the pocket and give himself more time to read the field by manipulating space. He has enough poise to stand in and deliver throws amidst contact, and he’s flashed the ability to throw with anticipation. While Strong has good pocket navigation ability within his mold, his lacking athleticism naturally limits his upside. He’s not a threat with his legs, and that naturally inhibits his off-script potential. Additionally, while Strong has good mechanics, there are a couple issues he can still refine. He can also be more consistent reading the field, as he sometimes tries to force throws with his arm, taking unnecessary risks. Strong can be a long-term starter, but he’ll have a harder time transcending bad offensive line play if he doesn’t have protection.

Strong has a nice balance of patience and decisiveness. The Nevada product knows how to manipulate space in the pocket, and the ball explodes off his arm when he pulls the trigger. Among other things, Strong is accurate in the short range. He can also layer the ball downfield with velocity.

Negatives Strong isn’t a running threat, and he sometimes fades away as he throws, limiting downfield distance. He can be easily forced backward by blitzing players, and he tends to fade back on rollouts at times, limiting his leverage as a thrower. Strong isn’t afraid to take risks, even in high-pressure situations, but he can sometimes lead the ball into dangerous areas. Going further, Strong has a couple mechanical issues. His elbow sometimes tucks too far in on release, and his footwork can be imprecise at the top of his drop.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/8"

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

32"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

76"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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MATT

CORRAL School

Position

HT/WT

Ole Miss

6’1”, 205 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

COMP.

ATT.

COMP.%

YARDS

AVG

INT

LNG

RUSH ATT

RUSH YDS

RUSH AVG

RUSH TD

2021 Stats

262

386

67.9%

3,349

8.7

152

614

4.0

Career Stats

614

912

67.3%

8,287

9.1

334

1,338 4.0

Analysis

Positives

With a live arm and eye-catching mobility, Matt Corral certainly has some alluring qualities as a quarterback prospect in the 2022 NFL Draft class. Through the 2021 season, he cut down on turnovers, throwing just 4 interceptions compared to 14 in the previous campaign.

Undeniable arm talent. Can drive the ball into tight windows on both short and intermediate throws. Gets the ball out quickly and has the ability to launch from multiple arm angles. Can throw the ball accurately on the run.

The arm talent is undoubtedly there for Corral. Look to the opening game of the 2021 season and his sideline pass to Dontario Drummond. His ability to zip the ball between two defenders with pinpoint accuracy to the sideline was hugely impressive. This is one of Corral’s best facets. On short and intermediate throws, he has the ability to laser the ball into tight windows. He does so with consistent accuracy to these areas of the field. Furthermore, the Ole Miss QB can get the ball out quickly and has the ability to launch from multiple arm angles. He’s also shown the ability to throw the ball downfield when required. Poise plays a huge role in quarterback success, and Corral has shown dramatic improvements in this area of his game. Last season, when the going got tough, he was prone to making boneheaded decisions. This year, he’s been more measured and methodical in his approach when tasked with playing from behind. While deemed a “pro-style QB” in high school, Corral can make plays with his legs. He routinely uses athleticism to evade pressure in the pocket. His footwork is solid, enabling him to be agile in the pocket. Moreover, once out of the pocket, he is elusive in the open field. When forced out of the pocket, Corral does an excellent job of keeping his eyes downfield and flashes stellar change-of-direction ability. This year, he’s consistently demonstrated that he can run with physicality. In addition to the above technical ability, Corral has showcased he is a tough, competitive leader this year. When the going gets rough, the Ole Miss QB has shown he can lead a team and motivate and elevate his teammates.

Corral uses athleticism to evade pressure in the pocket. His footwork is solid, enabling him to be agile in the pocket. Once out of the pocket, he is elusive in the open field. Has shown dramatic improvement in playing with poise this season. Corral has shown he is a tough, competitive leader this year.

Negatives Arm strength isn’t on the same level as some of the other quarterbacks in the class. He’s prone to put air under the ball rather than driving it to the deep third. This has a detrimental impact on his accuracy on deep throws. Corral doesn’t show a consistent ability to throw with anticipation. Will need to prove to NFL teams that he can go through his progressions at the next level. NFL teams may have some size concerns. This issue could be compounded at the next level by Corral’s gung-ho playstyle.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 5/8"

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

30 3/4"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

74 1/2"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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DESMOND

RIDDER School

Position

HT/WT

Cincinnati

6’3”, 207 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

AVG

INT

LNG

RUSH ATT

RUSH YDS

RUSH AVG

RUSH TD

8.6

110

355

3.2

10,239 7.9

502

2,169

4.3

COMP.

ATT.

COMP.%

YARDS

2021 Stats

251

387

64.9% 3,334

Career Stats

810

1304

62.1%

Analysis

Positives

Desmond Ridder’s return to school took him out of a historic draft class in which he earned fourth-to-sixth-round consideration. He now finds himself embroiled in a murky class where no one prospect has truly elevated themselves to the top. There are elements of Ridder’s scouting report that show that he very much belongs in the conversation as an upper-echelon quarterback prospect.

Ridder continued to demonstrate excellent arm strength this season. He drops bombs downfield with unerring regularity, making at least one play each game that takes your breath away.

First off, Ridder has excellent size for the position. Cincinnati lists their quarterback at 6’4”, ensuring that he overshadows many of his contemporaries in the class. While height isn’t the overriding consideration it used to be, it’s certainly a tick in Ridder’s box. Like Trevor Lawrence in the previous class, Ridder’s height belies a deceptive athleticism. The Cincinnati quarterback moves exceptionally well as a ball carrier. He’s not incredibly fast like a Lamar Jackson, but his long strides allow him to cover ground well. Ridder also displays stellar change-of-direction ability. He can turn quickly to escape the pocket, and he uses his elusiveness in the open field. The mobility makes him a scoring threat, with 28 rushing touchdowns during his college career.

In addition to his ability to push the ball downfield, Ridder can generate tremendous velocity on short throws while zipping the ball from the far hash to the sideline. This velocity also allows him to fit passes into tight windows.

Negatives Accuracy issues still blight Ridder’s game. He’s wildly inconsistent in terms of ball placement. He can place a ball perfectly downfield on one play and miss his receiver on a short pass with the next. His accuracy takes a significant hit when under any form of pressure, which will only be accentuated at the NFL level. This is potentially a byproduct of dubious decisionmaking, as Ridder doesn’t always take what the defense gives him, instead going for the “glory ball.”

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/4"

Broad Jump

10'5"

Arm Length

32 1/2"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

78 7/8”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

40-yard

4.55

RAS

8.41

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KALEB

ELEBY School

Position

HT/WT

Western Michigan

6’1”, 210 lbs

118

PFN RANK

POS RANK

COMP.

ATT.

COMP.%

YARDS

AVG

INT

LNG

RUSH ATT

RUSH YDS

RUSH AVG

RUSH TD

2021 Stats

230

362

63.5%

3,277

9.1

0.7

Career Stats

421

662

63.6%

6,084

9.2

150

0.5

Analysis

Positives

Kaleb Eleby has definite appeal as a quarterback prospect, but he’s not a particularly imposing physical specimen. He stands at around 6’1”, 210 pounds, and his frame is somewhat slight by NFL standards. He’s a little stocky but not broadly built, and defenders can handle him with relative ease.

Eleby can generate easy velocity with his arm, as well as layer throws with touch and pace. He doesn’t quite have the elasticity to maintain that velocity off-platform, but from the pocket, he can drive throws into impressively tight windows.

Athletically, Eleby has a similar profile. He’s not a complete liability, but mobility isn’t a strength for him, either. Despite being listed as a dual-threat quarterback out of high school, Eleby is not a particularly explosive or dynamic athlete. He doesn’t have much creation capacity or escapability, and his feet can be heavy in open space. Still, Eleby has some modest short-range spryness when navigating the pocket. Those subtle movements help set him up to use perhaps his greatest strength — his arm. Eleby has a great arm. It may not be elite, but the Western Michigan QB has the arm strength to push the ball over defenders and maximize calculated risks. He has a crisp and quick throwing motion and can generate easy velocity in the short and intermediate ranges. Eleby isn’t an elite processor. He can be a tick late moving through progressions, and his footwork can improve at times, as he doesn’t always stay clean within his cylinder. But Eleby does have excellent poise. He’s willing to stand in and deliver throws amidst contact. That toughness and resolve in the pocket is a great foundational trait to have, and it could help him stick around as a backup or a solid spot-starter. He also has distant starter upside if he can keep refining the operational parts of his game.

Eleby also has a degree of natural accuracy. He can place passes for RAC yards, and he flashes the ability to throw with anticipation. Moreover, Eleby has great poise in the pocket. He doesn’t get rattled easily, and he can reset his base and load his hips after side-stepping rushers.

Negatives Eleby’s release can be incongruent at times, causing his passes to sail. His hips are occasionally stiff through rotations, limiting the amount of torque generated. Eleby’s inconsistent feet under pressure can disrupt his launch platform and rhythm. To that end, he sometimes throws with his feet fading back, distorting his placement. Eleby can still improve mentally as well. He occasionally predetermines reads and tries to force throws into coverage. He struggles to progress through multiple reads, and his timing can suffer.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/4"

Broad Jump

9'3"

Arm Length

30 5/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

75 3/4"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

25.5"

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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BAILEY

ZAPPE School

Position

HT/WT

Western Kentucky

6’3”, 213 lbs

149

PFN RANK

POS RANK

COMP.

ATT.

COMP.%

YARDS

AVG

INT

LNG

RUSH ATT

RUSH YDS

RUSH AVG

RUSH TD

2021 Stats

475

686

69.2%

5,967

8.7

0.3

Career Stats

1225

1897

64.6%

14,433

7.6

135

241

210

0.9

Analysis

Positives

Bailey Zappe was in sensational statistical form this season. But behind the numbers, his scouting report reveals the requisite traits to see the field on a Sunday.

Zappe can routinely throw with velocity into tight windows on short and intermediate passing plays. He gets the ball out of his hand with impressive quickness. Zappe also demonstrates the ability to throw with timing and anticipation, putting his pass catchers into position to succeed after the catch.

Getting to the physical traits shortly, first note that his mental makeup is one of the most impressive aspects of Zappe’s scouting report. The Western Kentucky QB has earned academic honors throughout his football career, and that level of intelligence is evident on the field. He is routinely tasked with making pre-snap reads and adjustments. Furthermore, his ability to adapt post-snap is impressive. Zappe can read the entire field, and his accuracy is a testament to his ability to read coverages and find spaces in them. Zappe’s intelligence is also evident in how he composes himself in the pocket. He exhibits a high level of pocket awareness, rarely taking sacks in the games studied. The Western Kentucky QB can sense pressure, has the mental and physical traits to evade pressure, and throws the ball away when he can’t escape with his legs. As a passer, Zappe exhibits good footwork. And his short and intermediate throws are frequently placed where only his receiver can make a play. He’s light on his feet and fluid in his movement on his dropback. This footwork allows him to step up in the pocket to make throws, something that not all 2022 NFL Draft quarterback prospects can do.

Zappe also makes some impressive deep throws. There were multiple examples of him throwing from the far hash to the sideline in 2021. Some of these passes were over 40 yards downfield, demonstrating NFL-caliber arm talent.

Negatives Although there are some incredible deep ball passes on his tape, there are some arm-strength concerns. The Western Kentucky QB can be guilty of throwing a looping deep ball. The ball can hang rather than zip through the air on downfield attempts. Moreover, his accuracy breaks down when throwing on the run. There were some plays where he zipped the ball into his receiver while moving. However, the majority of on-the-move passes were high, wide, and handsome.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 3/4"

Broad Jump

9'1"

Arm Length

31 3/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

74 3/4"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

30"

40-yard

4.78

RAS

5.11

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BROCK

PURDY School

Position

HT/WT

Iowa State

6’0”, 212 lbs

240

PFN RANK

POS RANK

COMP.

ATT.

COMP.%

YARDS

AVG

INT

LNG

RUSH ATT

RUSH YDS

RUSH AVG

RUSH TD

2021 Stats

292

407

71.7%

3,188

7.8

238

2.8

Career Stats

993

1467

67.7%

12,170

8.3

365

1,177 3.2

Analysis

Positives

Brock Purdy has a slightly smaller build at 6’0”, 212 pounds, but he’s an aboveaverage athlete. He has solid lateral mobility and escapability in the pocket, and he also has decent speed in the open field. Purdy is by no means an elite athlete, but he’s an upright runner who brings urgency, and he’s willing to put his head down to grind out yards.

Consistency is still an underlying concern for Purdy, and he has a lower ceiling as a passer. But he’s displayed several redeeming traits on the operational front. Most importantly, he’s demonstrated the capacity for a number of vital professional functions.

Much like his athleticism, Purdy’s arm is decent but not elite. The Iowa State QB has the arm elasticity to generate some velocity off-script. With this elasticity, Purdy’s flashed the ability to push his velocity into the deep third, and he can also fit the ball into tight windows in the short and intermediate ranges. Purdy has natural touch and loft on his throws, and he’s shown he can throw receivers open on less taxing passes.

Purdy has good general awareness. He shows the ability to go through his progressions and make decisions quickly when he’s asked to. He also keeps his eyes up, remains aware of his receivers on rollouts, and is patient off-script. His aboveaverage athleticism helps.

Negatives

Purdy has a crisp throwing motion and fairly smooth mechanical synergy. Additionally, Purdy is aware of how feigning the run can open up routes. He’s flashed this functional awareness on more than one occasion.

Mentally, Purdy can improve his consistency. He sometimes tries to force the ball in where receivers have little leverage -- especially under pressure -- and this can lead to opportunities for a defense. Purdy may take dangerous chances throwing across his body when rolling out, and he’s more confident in his arm than he should be.

Purdy’s toughness, awareness, and decent athleticism should at least grant him a chance in camp. But he never attained the consistency needed to challenge for a starting role in the NFL, and on top of that, his physical traits are closer to average than they are to elite. Purdy can be a good backup, but that’s likely where his ceiling is.

He doesn’t have the arm elasticity to get away with throwing off his back foot. Purdy’s mechanics and decision-making can be very streaky, and he doesn’t have much margin for error with his traits.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/4"

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

29"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

70 1/8"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

27"

40-yard

4.76

RAS

4.28

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ERIC

BARRIERE School

Position

HT/WT

Eastern Washington

6’1”, 210 lbs

279

PFN RANK

POS RANK

COMP.

ATT.

COMP.%

YARDS

AVG

INT

LNG

RUSH ATT

RUSH YDS

RUSH AVG

RUSH TD

2021 Stats

361

552

65.4%

5,070

9.2

222

2.5

Career Stats

992

1597

62.1%

13,670

8.6

120

358

1,537 4.3

Analysis

Positives

While the statistical production is impressive -- and a good place to start Eric Barriere’s scouting report -- it won’t define his potential at the NFL level. What will are physical traits that are geared up to meet the modern expectations of an NFL quarterback.

As a passer, Barriere routinely displays good arm strength. He can zip the ball from the far hash to the sideline with relative ease. Additionally, he makes deep passes with accuracy without even looking like he’s trying.

What do we mean by that? Well, Barriere is an impressive mobile quarterback. He uses his mobility to not only escape the pocket but as a genuine creator out of structure. The Eastern Washington quarterback possesses excellent speed, making him a dangerous threat on the ground. Aside from his speed, he also showcases ridiculous change-of-direction ability. He can shake a man out of his skin with his ability to stop/start on a dime. With the above ability and the final season production, there is a chance that Barriere could hear his name called on Day 3 of the 2022 NFL Draft. Even if he doesn’t, it would be a surprise not to see him picked up as a UDFA and make his way to a camp next spring.

He can throw with touch and anticipation. Barriere has the ability to climb in the pocket and make a throw with accuracy. He can also make throws across his body with relative ease.

Negatives At 6’1” and a listed 210 pounds, Barriere looks slender out on the field, which may pose durability questions about him at the next level. Those questions will be exasperated by his playstyle. The Eastern Washington quarterback doesn’t routinely protect himself as a runner. At times, Barriere demonstrates questionable decision-making. This is evident in his pocket awareness, where he’ll leave a clean pocket quickly and tucks and runs without allowing the play to unfold properly.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

Broad Jump

10'3"

Arm Length

32"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

75 1/2"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

34.5"

40-yard

4.6

RAS

n/a

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CHASE

GARBERS School

Position

HT/WT

California

6’2”, 218 lbs

372

PFN RANK

POS RANK

COMP.

ATT.

COMP.%

YARDS

AVG

INT

LNG

RUSH ATT

RUSH YDS

RUSH AVG

RUSH TD

2021 Stats

223

348

64.1%

2,531

7.3

104

456

4.4

Career Stats

598

959

62.4%

6,580

6.9

331

1,174 3.5

Analysis

Positives

Of all the quarterbacks in the 2022 NFL Draft, Chase Garbers is one of the more intriguing ones. The Cal QB stands at 6’2”, 218 pounds, and has a well-built frame. He’s also a decent athlete for his size. He owns above-average mobility, and he uses space and evades rushes when necessary. The Cal QB has modest escapability, and he also has some spryness laterally. Garbers can sidestep blitzing defenders, and on the move, he brings good toughness.

Garbers is generally a safe, conservative decision-maker. Although he takes some uncharacteristic risks, he has improved there since 2018. He also does some work pre-snap to help with his post-snap execution. He can identify mismatches before the play and is decisive in attacking them, which happens most often in the short and intermediate ranges.

Garbers’ arm also generates some intrigue. The Cal product has a fairly smooth, easy release and flashes a degree of elasticity. Garbers has great touch when fitting the ball into small windows, and he adjusts his arm angle to loft the ball over penetrating rushers. While he’s not dynamic off-script, Garbers makes accurate throws on the run. He’s also shown to have the capacity to adjust the trajectory of his passes when targeting windows downfield. The Golden Bears haven’t had a quarterback drafted since 2017. Part of the reason for that, however, is that they’ve had the same starter since 2018. Garbers was the man under center for four seasons in a row. He’s accumulated a lot of experience and produced a ton of tape.

Among other things, Garbers flashes the ability to run through his progressions and keep his eyes moving.

Negatives Garbers’ arm, above all, is not elite. His arm strength is questionable, and he doesn’t generate great momentum off-platform. His velocity generated isn’t top-tier, and especially on deep passes, he gives defenders a lot of time to react. Additionally, his passes sometimes drop before they reach their intended targets. It doesn’t help that Garbers is inconsistent operationally as well, both with his mental and mechanical processes. That inconsistency never quite subsided, even after four years as a starter.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 5/8"

Broad Jump

9'9"

Arm Length

34 1/8"

Shuffle

4.43

Wingspan

82 1/2"

3 Cone

7.03

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

33.5"

40-yard

n/a

RAS

8.62

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RUNNING BACK

RUNNING BACK PFN CONSENSUS BIG BOARD RANKINGS NAME

SCHOOL

POS RANK

OVERALL RANK

Breece Hall

Iowa State

Isaiah Spiller

Texas A&M

Kenneth Walker III

Michigan State

Jerome Ford

Cincinnati

James Cook

Georgia

Tyler Allgeier

BYU

Kyren Williams

Notre Dame

Brian Robinson Jr.

Alabama

Rachaad White

Arizona State

104

Tyler Badie

Missouri

137

Hassan Haskins

Michigan

138

Tyler Goodson

Iowa

140

Sincere McCormick

UTSA

149

Dameon Pierce

Florida

150

Jerrion Ealy

Ole Miss

160

CJ Verdell

Oregon

166

Zonovan Knight

North Carolina State

167

D'Vonte Price

FIU

215

Cam'Ron Harris

Miami (FL)

369

Rankings reflect only players in VOL.1 of the 2022 PFN Draft Guide

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BREECE

HALL School

Position

HT/WT

Iowa State

6’1”, 220 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

ATT

YARDS

AVG

LONG

REC

YARDS

AVG

LONG

2021 STATS

253

1,472

5.8

302

8.4

CAREER STATS

718

3,941

5.5

734

9.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Breece Hall is intelligent, elusive, explosive, and he has the size to keep building on his athletic foundation. He also has enough contact balance to extend runs. Nevertheless, Hall’s physicality needs to show up with more consistency. Much of Hall’s work is done before direct contact. He can extend runs beyond that point, but he’s not yet elite in that category. Despite his size, he’s more of a finesse back and doesn’t dish out much force at contact.

Hall has a well-built frame. He has solid long speed for his size. He’s explosive, possessing excellent short-area burst. He can elongate spaces, but he also shows off great elusiveness and creative capacity behind the line. He’s an instinctive, agile mover in congestion, with strong footwork, loose hips, and sharp vision.

Having said that, one of Hall’s best traits is that he can avoid direct contact with his burst, vision, and change-of-direction ability. Hall is very elusive and has great fullfield vision. He sees lanes quickly and has the short-range burst to quickly attack and gain ground upfield. Hall can also levy quick, successive lateral cuts and has great evasive capacity for his size. Workhorse backs in the NFL have to be able to extend runs past contact to a certain degree. Hall is still good there, but he isn’t quite where he needs to be in that area. Nonetheless, the Iowa State RB is a strong prospect with explosiveness, speed, agility, and vision. And he’s also a great receiving threat as well. If he can learn to play up to his size more often, he can be a productive three-down starter.

Hall’s high-level combination of vision and explosiveness allows him to manipulate space, clear holes, and get into the open field, where his skills shine. He can make defenders miss 1-on-1 and stretch runs.

NEGATIVES Hall has a well-sized frame, but he’s not overly powerful. He’s not quite as physical as advertised. The Iowa State RB doesn’t drive through defenders consistently, and he doesn’t have elite contact balance. As it stands, his style features more finesse than force. In a similar vein, Hall can sometimes play himself off-balance when trying to elude. He’s also prone to the occasional missed lane when using his vision behind the offensive line. When he’s indecisive, he doesn’t have the physicality to compensate.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 3/4"

Broad Jump

10'6"

Arm Length

31 1/4"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

75 7/8"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

40"

40-yard

4.39

RAS

9.95

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ISAIAH

SPILLER School

Position

HT/WT

Texas A&M

6’1”, 215 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

ATT

YARDS

AVG

LONG

REC

YARDS

AVG

LONG

2021 STATS

179

1,011

5.6

189

7.6

CAREER STATS

541

2,993

5.5

585

7.9

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

While positional value may determine whether Isaiah Spiller hears his name called in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft, he has the talent to be the top running back in the 2022 NFL Draft class. He’s led a talented Texas A&M running back room in rushing yards for three consecutive seasons and finished as a top-10 running back in the SEC in every year of his college career.

Spiller is a thickly built RB who isn’t easy to take down, using his size to grind out extra yardage on contact. Additionally, he routinely falls forward when tackled, ensuring no wasted yardage.

At 6’1” and 215 pounds, the Aggies running back has the ideal stature to play the position in the NFL. He is thickly built, allowing him to be physical in several ways. Spiller isn’t easy to take down, using his size to grind out extra yardage on contact. Additionally, he routinely falls forward when tackled, ensuring no wasted yardage.

Spiller has an unparalleled combination of exceptional vision and rapid footwork. His footwork gives him a nice bit of wiggle to escape through holes.

His physicality is well-demonstrated as a blocker. The running back picks up blitzes well, and there are multiple examples of him buying his quarterback time in the pocket. Furthermore, he displays the ability to block in the open field, helping to extend run plays where he isn’t the ball carrier. This will be particularly important as Spiller looks to separate himself from other running backs in the 2022 NFL Draft class.

Spiller lacks long speed. Although he has enough speed to get around the edge, the ability to break off huge chunk plays by pulling away from defenders isn’t there.

Spiller is a dangerous threat as a ball carrier in short-yardage and goal-line situations.

NEGATIVES

While he has demonstrated some understanding of hand placement as a blocker, he could become elite in that area if he can refine his technique.

As you’d expect from a physical back, he does his best work between the tackles. He is a dangerous threat as a ball carrier in short-yardage and goal-line situations. However, his inside wins are not purely a result of his physicality. Spiller has an unparalleled combination of exceptional vision and rapid footwork. His footwork gives him a nice bit of wiggle to escape through holes. See gap, hit the gap, gain yardage, repeat. Although he does his best work between the tackles, don’t discount Spiller’s athletic ability to play outside. He has excellent short-area burst and sufficient speed to get around the edge.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

8 5/8"

Broad Jump

9'6"

Arm Length

31 3/4"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

74 1/8"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

30"

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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KENNETH

WALKER III School

Position

HT/WT

Michigan State

5’10”, 210 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

ATT

YARDS

AVG

LONG

REC

YARDS

AVG

LONG

2021 STATS

263

1,636

6.2

6.8

CAREER STATS

480

2,794

5.8

136

7.2

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Kenneth Walker III will need to keep improving his pass-blocking and receiving ability. Although blocking is not often viewed as a primary function for running backs, it’s important for runners who wish to see the field on all three downs. Right now, Walker isn’t adequately protecting his quarterback, and he also isn’t a proven receiving threat. But those are things he can improve.

Walker is dense and compact. He’s spry and explosive with his initial cuts in the backfield. He can divert course with suddenness. He gears up quickly after cuts and attacks open space with decisiveness.

Although he doesn’t have a heavy sample size catching the ball, Walker has flashed coveted traits like body control and escapability after the catch. And as a runner, Walker’s tape speaks for itself. He might be the best pure runner in the 2022 NFL Draft. Walker is a dense, explosive RB with great burst, vision, instincts, and creation ability. He ties that skill set together with elite balance, both against contact and amidst direction changes. Walker can get very low without losing speed, but he also has the feel and agility to set up defenders and stack moves in rapid succession. And he finishes out runs with physicality, using his compact frame to bowl forward and bounce off defenders. Walker already looks like a complete running back, and while he needs to improve in the passing phase, he has potential on passing downs. There’s little to suggest he can’t be a starting RB in the NFL.

Walker has loose hips, which enable him to stack cuts. He also has great lateral agility, as well as solid speed in space. He has elite balance as well, as he can bounce off defenders and get low without losing speed. Walker’s vision and sharp instincts complete his game. He sees the field and reads blocks incredibly well.

NEGATIVES Walker’s vision — while solid — can be spotty at times. He can go on auto-pilot. He sometimes defers to congested lanes when he has space outside. While Walker is dense and compact, he’s not a size mismatch for defensive backs. Walker’s passing-down utility is also a question mark. He never commanded much volume as a receiver, and his pass blocking needs technical refinement. He has the traits to improve in both areas, but as of now, he wouldn’t provide great value on Day 1 as a passing-down running back.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/2"

Broad Jump

10'2"

Arm Length

30 3/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

73"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

34"

40-yard

4.38

RAS

9.09

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JEROME

FORD School

Position

HT/WT

Cincinnati

5’10”, 209 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

ATT

YARDS

AVG

LONG

REC

YARDS

AVG

LONG

2021 STATS

215

1,319

6.1

220

10.5

CAREER STATS

319

1,953

6.1

282

9.1

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Following his first season as the lead back, Jerome Ford has proven he has the explosive ability and game-changing speed to overcome any obstacle. While his ability to go 0-60 in the blink of an eye is impressive, he has many desirable qualities to be an impact player at the NFL level.

With game-breaking speed, he’s a genuine home-run-hitting threat that will translate well to the NFL.

Ford possesses game-breaking speed. He’s a genuine home-run-hitting threat that will translate well to the next level. However, it isn’t just in a straight line that Ford is athletically impressive. He possesses quick feet and fluid hips. As a result, Ford has excellent change-of-direction ability. The Cincinnati running back can plant his toes and flip his hips. Ford’s quick, explosive, and possesses impressive burst. He cuts with no discernible drop-off in speed. Ford has excellent lower body strength, allowing him to constantly grind out yardage. He possesses fantastic leg drive, rarely stopping on first contact when driving into a pile of bodies. Furthermore, he embraces contact as a runner, routinely lowering his shoulder to initiate contact. His combination of lower body strength and quick feet ensure he demonstrates impressive contact balance both behind and beyond the line of scrimmage. Ford is also a patient and intelligent running back who routinely demonstrates impressive vision. He’ll utilize every inch behind his blocker before using his athletic ability to burst through a hole. He doesn’t just plow straight into the line and hope for the best. He has a good understanding of angles and knows how to manipulate them to remove defenders from the game. Ford has improved as a receiver this year, and his speed and previous experience as a receiver are obvious in how he runs routes. As a blocker, his football intelligence is on display as he seeks out work and often can be seen shifting alignment to meet the man who poses the greatest threat to his quarterback. Ford’s speed also ensures that he can get out to the second level to help pave the way.

Ford possesses quick feet and fluid hips. As a result, he has excellent change-ofdirection ability. Ford has excellent lower body strength, allowing him to constantly grind out yardage. He possesses fantastic leg drive, rarely stopping on first contact when driving into a pile of bodies. Ford is also a patient and intelligent running back who routinely demonstrates impressive vision.

NEGATIVES Although he has a strong and muscular lower body, he doesn’t have that “bowlingball build” of someone who’s 209 pounds in a 5’11” frame. Ford is routinely upended when blocking. He can be thrown up in the air or straight into the dirt. There are also technical improvements required as a blocker. Ford doesn’t feel like a natural catcher of the ball. There’s an awkwardness to how he receives the ball.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/8"

Broad Jump

9'10"

Arm Length

30 5/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

73 1/4"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

31"

40-yard

4.46

RAS

7.76

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JAMES

COOK School

Position

HT/WT

Georgia

5’11”, 190 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

ATT

YARDS

AVG

LONG

REC

YARDS

AVG

LONG

2021 STATS

113

728

6.4

284

10.5

CAREER STATS

230

1,503

6.5

730

10.9

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Following in family footsteps is no easy feat, especially when every news outlet wants to refer to you as the little brother. However, Georgia running back James Cook is more than just Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook’s younger brother in this 2022 NFL Draft class.

A versatile back, Cook has been productive as a rusher and a receiver, and he has some blocking acumen. He’s taken snaps in the backfield, lined up as a receiver in the slot, and gone in motion. Cook has even been lined up as a receiver outside of the numbers.

The NFL is looking for running backs who can be factors on all three downs. Cook more than ticks that box. He’s productive as a rusher and a receiver, and he has some blocking acumen. He’s taken snaps in the backfield, lined up as a receiver in the slot, and gone in motion. Cook has even been lined up as a receiver outside of the numbers.

Good overall speed means he can be a devastating threat as an outside runner. He possesses the vision and patience to be a force between the tackles.

This versatility is the result of exceptional receiving ability from the running back position. Cook possesses soft, reliable hands. He’s an incredibly natural catcher of the ball. Furthermore, his athletic ability enables him to pose a threat after the catch. Cook also demonstrates an excellent route-running ability.

NEGATIVES

Although he excels as a pass catcher, don’t be fooled into thinking that Cook is just a gadget player at the next level. He’s also a genuine talent as a rusher. He can put together multiple moves to create space behind the line of scrimmage and among traffic. Cook has impressively quick footwork and is able to plant his feet, sink his hips, and almost effortlessly change direction. Cook also displays impressive vision between the tackles. While his overall speed means he can be a devastating threat as an outside runner, he possesses the vision and patience to be a force between the tackles too. Cook routinely falls forward on contact ensuring no wasted yardage. In addition to rushing and pass-catching ability, the NFL evaluates running backs on their ability to block. Cook is a willing blocker both in pass protection and in the run game. He’s routinely tasked with chip blocking, and there were multiple examples of him getting out in front and blocking downfield in the games studied.

Owns impressively quick footwork and is able to plant his feet, sink his hips, and effortlessly change direction.

While a willing blocker, Cook isn’t the most physical back in the class, and it shows in this regard. He can be easily uprooted upon contact, resulting in pressure on the quarterback. Cook could seek to add a little more muscle to be a more physical presence. He won’t be mistaken for a power back by any stretch of the imagination, potentially limiting his role in the NFL.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 3/8"

Broad Jump

10'4"

Arm Length

30 3/4"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

76 1/4"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

33"

40-yard

4.42

RAS

8.69

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TYLER

ALLGEIER School

Position

HT/WT

BYU

5’11”, 220 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

ATT

YARDS

AVG

LONG

REC

YARDS

AVG

LONG

2021 STATS

276

1,606

5.8

199

7.1

CAREER STATS

452

2,904

6.4

437

9.5

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Tyler Allgeier likely won’t challenge for a top spot in the running back class, but he undoubtedly has Day 2 potential. He could go on to be a productive NFL running back if he winds up in the right situation. Allgeier has great size, contact balance, explosiveness in space, and initial vision behind the line. He also brings decent long speed.

Allgeier brings good mobility at 5’11”, 220 pounds. He’s explosive in open space. When he has a runway, he can gear up relatively quickly. He can also make sharp initial cuts, then explode to the second level.

Diluting Allgeier’s profile, however, is his creation ability behind the line when he encounters contact. Allgeier needs some space to gear up, diagnose holes, and attack space. And ultimately, he’s more of a one-cut runner than anything else. He can set up defenders in the backfield, cut to his spot, and accelerate through lanes. He has some creativity, but it’s somewhat limited. He’ll make his money as a one-cut zone runner who finishes with physicality. But when defenders make him freeze in the backfield, he can get stuck in quicksand. Allgeier’s frame could translate to more power-gap concepts, but he ultimately fits best in zone schemes. Space is important for him, but he works well with that space and has the tools to extend runs down the field. His receiving upside presents extra appeal. He doesn’t have the highest ceiling, as his athleticism and movement freedom aren’t elite. But he could be a potential starter with enough support.

Allgeier has some measured elusiveness, and he’s relatively shifty for his size. He also has good contact balance and leg churn through congestion. Allgeier supplements his profile with great initial vision. He can recognize lanes quickly and attack. He’s also a capable receiver, and he brings a physical edge.

NEGATIVES Allgeier doesn’t always show full-field vision when he needs to adjust. He charges straight into contact, and he can prematurely commit to holes that close quickly. On the flip side, Allgeier freezes up at times when lanes are clogged up. He doesn’t have great creative instincts, and he can’t always withstand contact in the backfield. Allgeier doesn’t have great short-range burst, and he runs a bit upright at times, which makes him vulnerable to contact. His hips can be stiff when stacking cuts, inhibiting his agility.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 5/8"

Broad Jump

10'0"

Arm Length

31 1/2"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

74 1/2"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

33"

40-yard

4.6

RAS

7.02

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KYREN

WILLIAMS School

Position

HT/WT

Notre Dame

5’9”, 195 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

ATT

YARDS

AVG

LONG

REC

YARDS

AVG

LONG

2021 STATS

204

1,002

4.9

359

8.5

CAREER STATS

419

2,153

5.1

675

8.7

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Dynamic ability is never out of style on the offensive side of the ball. Kyren Williams no doubt has that going his way in 2021. He can be surgical with how he blasts through thin spaces for solid gains. His mix of explosiveness, agility, and toughness enables him to maximize space whenever he finds it. Although he only has decent contact balance at best, his ability to torpedo downfield and extend his rushing area is exceptional.

Williams is a stellar athlete. He has great explosiveness downfield and strong shortarea burst. He’s explosive, shifty, and light on his feet. His direction changes are smooth and sudden, and he’s evasive at every level.

It’s not a perfect comparison by any means, but some aspects of Williams’ scouting report echo Los Angeles Chargers star Austin Ekeler. His short and energetic strides, his torrid short-range explosiveness, and his loose hips in space are all reminiscent of the former undrafted free agent from Western State. They’re similar size-wise as well. Although Williams is lighter, both are smaller and relatively compact. Even more exciting in the Williams-Ekeler comparison is Williams’ 2021 breakout as a receiving threat. He has quick, creative releases as a receiver, and he’s a dangerous run-after-catch threat with his traits. If Williams can add a few pounds to his frame and improve his contact balance, he can be a truly dynamic, versatile threat on offense. And on top of that, his blocking prowess and classic “lunch pail” mentality are sure to win over coaches. He should command Day 2 capital with good testing numbers.

As exciting as Williams is in short ranges, he works best in space. He has the long speed to spread the field. He can also employ jukes and rock-steps while maintaining speed. Williams has good vision and footwork. He’s also a steely competitor, an excellent receiver, and a hyper-imposing pass blocker.

NEGATIVES Williams’ frame isn’t powerful or forceful. He doesn’t consistently work through contact. He has a reasonably compact frame and does flash contact balance at times, but he can build himself up more. When met with hits at the line, Williams doesn’t quite have the tools to turn losses into gains. Williams tends to work backward to stay on his feet. In doing so, he digs a deeper hole for himself, sacrificing yardage trying to avoid direct contact. Williams’ creative instincts aren’t elite. He goes on auto-pilot at times.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

28 5/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

69 7/8"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

32"

40-yard

4.65

RAS

1.76

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BRIAN

ROBINSON JR. School

Position

HT/WT

Alabama

6’2”, 226 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

ATT

YARDS

AVG

LONG

REC

YARDS

AVG

LONG

2021 STATS

271

1,343

5.0

296

8.5

CAREER STATS

545

2,704

5.0

446

8.6

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Brian Robinson Jr. lacks elite initial burst, but he has good long-track explosiveness — enough to capitalize on openings and surge to the second level. From there, his direct, physical running style enables him to grind out additional yards. While he isn’t exceptionally creative in the backfield or at the second level, Robinson does have the ability to stack cuts and instinctively evade defenders. In fact, his initial footwork might be one of his best traits.

Robinson has a dense, high-cut frame. He’s an aggressive finisher. He can grind out extra yards, and he can drag defenders with steady leg drive through contact. He has great contact balance as well.

Robinson might not be elite in any one area. But the Alabama RB boasts excellent size and contact balance, great footwork, good instincts and vision, and passable utility on passing downs. On top of that, he has under-the-radar elusiveness, which he can use to survive in the backfield and reach the second level.

Robinson can accelerate through the second level and utilize small lanes, and he isn’t too upright as a runner. His footwork is coordinated, and he’s very patient and timely as a runner.

After finishing out his season on a strong note, Robinson could very well be a Day 2 pick. He has the vision, patience, footwork, and long-track explosiveness to fit well in zone-running schemes. But his physical, downhill style in tight spaces translates well in gap and duo alignments as well. Robinson is one of the more underrated backs in the 2022 NFL Draft.

Robinson has enough explosiveness to press the edges and get outside. When he has space, he can elongate his strides and reach impressive speeds.

NEGATIVES Robinson doesn’t quite have the elite athleticism to work out of early-contact situations consistently. There’s some stiffness in his hips. Robinson is a little leggy with his transitions, and he doesn’t have elite short-area burst. Robinson appears to have decent capacity sinking his hips, but he sometimes plays too upright in and out of his cuts. He also needs space to gather speed. Without elite creation ability, Robinson can get caught in the backfield at times. He sometimes tries too hard, rather than driving forward.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 3/4"

Broad Jump

9'11"

Arm Length

31 7/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

76 3/8"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

30"

40-yard

4.53

RAS

8.18

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RACHAAD

WHITE School

Position

HT/WT

Arizona State

6’0”, 210 lbs

104

PFN RANK

ATT

YARDS

AVG

LONG

REC

POS RANK

YARDS

AVG

LONG

2021 STATS CAREER STATS

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Rachaad White has flown under the radar amidst the relative anonymity of “Pac-12 After Dark” and his much-winding journey to the NFL Draft. But following an excellent season and appearance at the Senior Bowl, he’s emerging into the light for both college football fans and NFL Draft analysts alike.

White is efficient and effective as a rusher, with little wasted motion and energy.

White is incredibly smooth as a running back. He’s efficient and effective as a rusher, with little wasted motion and energy. He moves smoothly through the defense like a knife through butter.

White has the long speed to outrun entire defenses.

White has exceptional lateral agility. This allows him to perform cut moves without wasting any speed. He moves almost as well sideways as he does going forward (which is saying something as he moves vertically exceptionally well). White has the long speed to outrun entire defenses, with a second-gear speed that makes him a home-run threat any time he has the ball. He’s extremely tough to bring down. This is a result of sheer toughness but also excellent contact balance. It is rare to see White taken down on first contact. When a defender can get substantial contact on him, he displays toughness to stay upright and continue fighting. White possesses all the tricks you’d expect to find from a top running back from a creativity standpoint. His tape is littered with spin moves, hurdles, and stiff arms in addition to the cuts and jukes mentioned above. From a mental standpoint, White displays impressive vision. He uses this to find running lanes both at the line of scrimmage and further downfield. He’s adept at finding and hitting a hole to snap off big runs. Furthermore, you can actively see him seeking out pass rushers when tasked with protecting the quarterback. White might be the best pass-catching running back in the 2022 NFL Draft class. The abilities that make him such an impressive RB ensure he presents an after-the-catch threat. Furthermore, he’s a reliable catcher with excellent technique.

White has exceptional lateral agility. This allows him to perform cut moves without wasting any speed. He moves almost as well sideways as he does going forward.

White displays impressive vision. He’s adept at finding and hitting a hole to snap off big runs. He’s a reliable catcher with excellent technique while presenting an after-the-catch threat.

NEGATIVES While White exhibits good long speed, he doesn’t display exceptional explosiveness at the line of scrimmage. Although White is a willing blocker, as witnessed on tape with some creative attempts to block, there is much work to do from a technical standpoint. He will need coaching on the use of leverage as a pass blocker. Furthermore, some of the physicality he demonstrates as a runner isn’t apparent as a blocker. He can be easily launched backward on contact with his defender.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 3/4"

Broad Jump

10'5"

Arm Length

31 1/4"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

75 3/8"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

38"

40-yard

4.48

RAS

9.84

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TYLER

BADIE School

Position

HT/WT

Missouri

5’7”, 199 lbs

137

PFN RANK

POS RANK

ATT

YARDS

AVG

LONG

REC

YARDS

AVG

LONG

2021 STATS

268

1,604

6.0

330

6.1

CAREER STATS

513

2,740

5.3

126

1149

9.1

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Tyler Badie lingers around the 200-pound mark, which is great density for a 5’8” running back. That density shows up as a clear positive on tape, along with many other physical traits. Badie is explosive, jittery, and agile in open space. He also has great straight-line acceleration and can reach high speeds. On top of that, he can bounce off of smaller defenders and shrugs off arm tackles when he’s built up momentum.

Badie is sudden, jittery, and has great short-area burst and lateral agility. He can levy brisk cuts and stack those cuts. Badie shows off insane ankle flexibility and can pinch acute angles and explode forward.

Badie has a lot of high-quality traits when it comes to creating yardage, and he’s also a great receiver out of the backfield. He can run routes or take dump-off screens for big gains. He can also track the ball and guide it with his hands. There are occasional drops, but already, Badie provides a lot of receiving utility.

Badie brings solid vision and urgency as a runner. He also provides great value as a natural receiver with catching instincts and RAC ability.

Badie has strong instincts, even though he may not be an elite natural creator. His vision and patience can improve at times behind the line. And with his size, he’s never going to be an absolute bulldozer. Nevertheless, there’s a clear role for Badie in the NFL. His strong showing at the Senior Bowl only emphasized that truth. Badie can be a dynamic receiving back with his ability to explode through the second level, manipulate space, and extend runs.

Badie can sometimes be indecisive in tight areas. He can linger in the backfield at times, trying to be too creative. On the flip side, he sometimes goes on auto-pilot and passes up open cutback lanes on the outside. Badie can be more patient, as he doesn’t always choose optimal lanes in zone.

If someone likes him enough, he could be a late Day 2 pick. But anywhere in the middle rounds, he’s a strong value addition with exciting upside.

Badie accelerates quickly upfield and may have 4.4 speed. He also has good density and contact balance. He can slip through arm tackles and keep his legs churning.

NEGATIVES

Badie does lack elite power, and he can’t always withstand direct contact. His hips can also be a little tight in open space on occasion. Additionally, he’s prone to occasional focus drops, and he’s not a great pass blocker.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/8"

Broad Jump

10'1"

Arm Length

29 3/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

71 3/8"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

33.5"

40-yard

4.45

RAS

6.83

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HASSAN

HASKINS School

Position

HT/WT

Michigan

6’1”, 220 lbs

138

PFN RANK

POS RANK

ATT

YARDS

AVG

LONG

REC

YARDS

AVG

LONG

2021 STATS

270

1,327

4.9

131

7.3

CAREER STATS

452

2,324

5.1

171

7.1

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Haasan Haskins is just another part of an impressively deep 2022 NFL Draft running back class. There are a few factors that may keep him from being an early-round pick. While he has good explosiveness with short runways, he’s not overly elusive or creative, and he’s not very effective on outside runs with his lacking speed. He’s best between the tackles. Outside, he has much less utility.

Haskins is a physical, energetic finisher whose size helps him churn out tough yards. He has stellar contact balance and his legs are constantly churning ahead.

Nevertheless, in inside-zone and power-gap schemes, Haskins has a lot of appeal. He has good vision and feel and can use fast footwork to manipulate short spaces and sneak into the second level. From there, he has the contact balance and physicality to finish forward and impose his will on defenders. It also helps that Haskins brings solid value on passing downs. Although he can take on more volume as a receiver, he shows promise there, and he’s a strong blocker as well.

Haskins is an up-tempo runner whose feet always remain active. He has good patience and vision as well. He can wait for blocks to play out, and he decisively attacks lanes once he has them. From there, he can finish with physicality downhill.

Overall, Haskins is a big, physical back who offers more beyond cosmetic toughness and grit. Although his creative potential is limited, his ability to read and follow his blocks, as well as his ability to finish runs, makes him a valuable stable back and potential scheme-dependent NFL starter.

Haskins has solid explosiveness, and he’s snappy out of his cuts. He also has fairly flexible hips and transfers his weight well.

NEGATIVES Haskins’ long speed has an observable cap. He also doesn’t often get around the edge on outside runs. Haskins isn’t overly shifty or sudden. He’s not a liability here, but he doesn’t quite have high-level creative instincts or adaptability. He’s more of a north-south runner, and he can be too upright at times. Haskins can more consistently read lanes, then react. He has solid vision and patience, but his feet are on auto-pilot moving forward at times, leading him into messy situations. He’s more dependent than other backs.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/4"

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

31 3/4"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

75 3/4"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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TYLER

GOODSON School

Position

HT/WT

Iowa

5’10”, 199 lbs

140

PFN RANK

POS RANK

ATT

YARDS

AVG

LONG

REC

YARDS

AVG

LONG

2021 STATS

256

1,151

4.5

247

8.0

CAREER STATS

533

2,551

4.8

565

8.1

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

With his dynamic ability as a runner and receiver, Tyler Goodson should be high on the radar of RB-needy teams in the 2022 NFL Draft. Although Iowa hasn’t had a successful recent history at the position, Goodson is a further example of why you should scout the player, not the helmet.

Possesses all the showcase tools that excite on a Sunday, such as spin moves, hurdles, stutter steps, and stiff arms.

Few running backs in this 2022 NFL Draft class can create as well as the Iowa RB. In addition to a toolbox of tricks, he displays exceptional cut and juke ability that allows him to easily add yardage in the open field or escape congestion at the line of scrimmage. Goodson also possesses excellent burst while having sufficient long speed to rip off chunk plays. Once he gets to the outside, it’s often game over for the defense.

Displays exceptional cut and juke ability that allows him to easily add yardage in the open field or escape congestion at the line of scrimmage. Goodson also possesses excellent burst while having sufficient long speed to rip off chunk plays. Taken snaps in the slot and out wide as a receiver, displaying excellent pass-catching technique. Goodson displays impressive patience and vision.

Goodson displays impressive patience behind the line of scrimmage as he waits for the heralded Iowa offensive line to open up holes for him to exploit. He shows vision to not only hit those holes but also search out lanes further down the field. The Iowa RB is adept at finding cutback lanes in addition to following behind an oft-deployed fullback.

NEGATIVES

Goodson is also exceptionally versatile as an NFL Draft prospect. In addition to lining up in the backfield, he’s taken snaps in the slot and out wide as a receiver. Furthermore, he’s impressive at leaking out of the backfield to pose a receiving threat. He displays excellent pass-catching technique, with few drops witnessed in the games studied. As an additional wrinkle, Goodson has also seen snaps as a wildcat quarterback in high school and at Iowa.

While he can lower his shoulder into contact and grind out yards with his legs, Goodson is too often stopped for minimal gain when tasked with running between the tackles.

Finally, as the NFL looks for running backs who can stay on the field on all three downs, blocking is fundamental in evaluating the position. While Goodson isn’t the most physical back, he is highly willing in this regard. He’ll take on defensive linemen much larger than himself without a second thought. The Iowa RB also displays football intelligence in picking up free blitzes.

Although he is willing as a pass protector, there are some physical issues. Defensive linemen can comfortably overpower him in protection. From a technical perspective, he’s prone to lead with his elbow rather than face players square on.

Goodson is prone to go down on first contact if hit around the line of scrimmage.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

Broad Jump

10'3"

Arm Length

29 1/2"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

71 1/4"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

36.5"

40-yard

4.42

RAS

8.61

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SINCERE

McCORMICK School

Position

HT/WT

UTSA

5’9”, 205 lbs

149

PFN RANK

POS RANK

ATT

YARDS

AVG

LONG

REC

YARDS

AVG

LONG

2021 STATS

298

1,479

5.0

184

8.4

CAREER STATS

724

3,929

5.4

509

7.7

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

From Judson High School to the NFL Draft, Sincere McCormick has been insanely productive his entire football career. Yet, somehow, the UTSA Roadrunners running back has remained relatively underrated. While college production doesn’t guarantee NFL success, McCormick has once again proven that he’s one of the best running backs in the nation.

The UTSA RB plays the game with physicality. He’s able to grind out yardage and can drive his legs in goal-line situations. Furthermore, he routinely lowers his pads and initiates contact with his shoulders.

McCormick often gets overlooked because of his size. At 5’9”, he’s somewhat of a diminutive back. But what he lacks in height, he makes up for in physicality. The UTSA RB plays the game with a mean streak. He’s able to grind out yardage and can drive his legs in goal-line situations. Furthermore, he routinely lowers his pads and initiates contact with his shoulders.

McCormick does an excellent job of absorbing contact and keeping his feet, showcasing impressive contact balance. McCormick has excellent footwork and impressive lateral agility, allowing him to dance behind the line of scrimmage while he patiently waits for a hole to appear.

NEGATIVES

Speaking of contact, contact balance separates the good from the great at the running back position. McCormick can often be found playing the role of a pinball, rebounding off tackles.

McCormick’s diminutive stature may cause concern at the next level. He’s proven to be physical, but how will his 5’9” and 205-pound frame hold up in the NFL, especially as a blocker?

He does an excellent job of absorbing contact and keeping his feet, especially when near the goal line. McCormick also does an excellent job of routinely falling forward when taken down, ensuring that he maximizes every available yard.

A workhorse back for UTSA, NFL teams may have concerns about the mileage on his clock before taking an NFL snap.

Additionally, the UTSA RB possesses excellent footwork. He demonstrates beautiful cutting ability, leaving defenders grasping at thin air on multiple occasions per game. This is the result of impressive lateral agility, allowing him to dance behind the line of scrimmage while he patiently waits for a hole to appear. Although he wasn’t used extensively as a receiver by UTSA, McCormick has shown he can be reliable as a catcher. Furthermore, his physicality ensures he’s a willing blocker.

McCormick doesn’t possess elite long speed which could impact his ability to contribute big plays at the next level.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/8"

Broad Jump

9'8"

Arm Length

29 7/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

73 1/2"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

33.5"

40-yard

4.6

RAS

3.91

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DAMEON

PIERCE School

Position

HT/WT

Florida

5’9”, 220 lbs

150

PFN RANK

POS RANK

ATT

YARDS

AVG

LONG

REC

YARDS

AVG

LONG

2021 STATS

100

574

5.7

216

11.4

CAREER STATS

329

1,806

5.5

422

9.4

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Dameon Pierce is a legit bowling ball with good burst and above-average agility. He runs with solid pace, balance, and executes cuts and direction changes well enough. Pierce also has the dense frame and the physicality to work through contact. He’s a relentless finisher who brings an edge on every rep.

Pierce has a stout, compact frame that can absorb direct power. He pries through arm tackles with leg churn and has excellent contact balance. He can bounce off surging defenders with a strong center of gravity.

Going further, Pierce’s profile passes with flying colors in the passing phase. He’s an incredibly natural receiver at the RB position, and he brings a combative mentality in pass protection. That three-down utility ensures he’ll have some security at the next level. And his skill set as a runner — combined with his above-average creation capacity — suggests that he can take on greater volume than he took in college. Pierce doesn’t have elite explosiveness or vision, and he sometimes opts to drive straight down the middle, passing up open lanes. He projects to have some scheme versatility, but he may be better in schemes that use power-gap, inside-zone, and duo concepts early on. Pierce is at the very least a solid athlete and has one of the more well-rounded profiles in the 2022 NFL Draft. He can provide value on every down, both as a runner and a receiver. And that’s something that not all backs can boast. After a strong Senior Bowl showing, he could be in line for a top-100 selection and an eventual starting role in the NFL.

Pierce has above-average lateral agility and has good looseness in his hips. He can manipulate spacing with his footwork, and he has the burst to extend space with a runway. Pierce also has good creative capacity. He’s composed approaching holes and can improvise. He’s a three-down RB with his passing-down utility.

NEGATIVES While Pierce is a relatively well-rounded back, his athleticism doesn’t appear to be quantifiably elite. His short-area burst can be lacking, and he isn’t visibly twitchy. His raw effort helps compensate, but he’s not elite elusively. Pierce isn’t always as light on his feet or as quick to change directions as you’d like. He’s not a plodding mover, but he sometimes becomes flat-footed when executing cuts. He also sometimes plows into congestion. His vision isn’t elite, as he can overlook cutback lanes offering room upfield.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 3/8"

Broad Jump

9'11"

Arm Length

30 3/4"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

73 5/8"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

Vert Leap

34.5"

40-yard

4.59

RAS

6.6

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JERRION

EALY School

Position

HT/WT

Ole Miss

5’9”, 185 lbs

160

PFN RANK

POS RANK

ATT

YARDS

AVG

LONG

REC

YARDS

AVG

LONG

2021 STATS

133

768

5.8

218

6.8

CAREER STATS

384

2,235

5.8

545

8.1

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Three years after spurning the MLB to play at Ole Miss, Jerrion Ealy could be the first Rebels running back chosen in the NFL Draft since 2018. He’s had a consistent level of production for Ole Miss, and in his final season, he elevated his stock as a safety blanket for Matt Corral in the passing game.

Ealy displays excellent footwork, impressive lateral agility, and possesses an explosive burst as one of the most athletic RBs in the class.

The Rebels RB displays excellent footwork, impressive lateral agility, and possesses an explosive burst. Furthermore, he demonstrates enough speed to be a dangerous threat once he bounces to the outside. His lateral agility helps him to be elusive in the open field, routinely making a man miss.

His lateral agility helps him to be elusive in the open field, routinely making a man miss. Additionally, his lean frame allows him to get skinny through gaps.

Additionally, his lean frame allows him to get skinny through gaps and emerge on the other side. He also showcases stellar contact balance and routinely falls forward to ensure maximum yardage.

A clean catcher of the ball, Ealy has upside as a receiving back.

Ealy demonstrates impressive patience behind the line of scrimmage. He’s adept at waiting for holes to develop, and once they do, he uses some of the athletic traits detailed above to burst through the holes for yardage. There are multiple examples on his tape where he appears to be bottled up but somehow manages to create yardage seemingly out of nowhere.

Ealy is willing as a blocker and looks for work when he has none, but he lacks the physicality to be routinely effective.

He possesses the speed to be a dangerous outside threat at the NFL level.

Ealy demonstrates impressive patience to allow holes to develop.

NEGATIVES

His lack of power is also evident in goal-line situations. Ealy is usually stuffed at the line, lacking that power to get himself over. At 5’9” and 185 pounds, he doesn’t have a particularly impressive build, which could limit his role at the NFL level.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

8 1/2"

Broad Jump

10'8"

Arm Length

29 1/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

72 1/4"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

34.5"

40-yard

4.52

RAS

6.27

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VERDELL School

Position

HT/WT

Oregon

5’8”, 211 lbs

166

PFN RANK

POS RANK

ATT

YARDS

AVG

LONG

REC

YARDS

AVG

LONG

2021 STATS

406

5.2

9.3

CAREER STATS

542

2,929

5.4

610

10.5

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Health has been a major issue for CJ Verdell and will likely dilute his stock in April. He wasn’t fully healthy in 2019 or 2020, and he suffered a season-ending injury in 2021. He’ll also be a 23-year-old rookie. Cosmetic issues aside, Verdell could be a diamond in the rough who’s currently undervalued relative to his abilites.

Verdell is 5’8”, 211 pounds, but he packs a punch. He has great straight-line explosiveness and speed and charges through lanes with energy. He has torrid shortrange burst and cuts with scary abruptness. With his vertical acceleration and vision, he can get chunks of yards through tiny seams.

Verdell is small and compact, but explosive, physical, balanced through contact, and twitchy in short areas. Verdell’s size could be a sticking point, but for his shorter frame, he’s thick enough to bounce off defenders and break tackles at the second level. And with his straight-line explosiveness and aggressiveness, he can carry a lot of force upfield. He’s not afraid to get in defenders’ grills and rattle some teeth. Going further, Verdell is a willing, physical pass protector, and he offers great receiving ability as well.

Verdell has great contact balance. He has a compact frame, churns his legs, and bounces off would-be tacklers and quickly regathers his pace. He’s twitchy and physical in tight spaces with a hard-nosed mentality and receiving ability.

Verdell isn’t an elite creator or improvisor in the backfield. With his explosiveness and physicality as a finisher, he’s more of a north-south runner. But he offers the vision and decisiveness to be a steady player in that role. With the health concerns, Verdell is likely a Day 3 pick at this point -- if he gets drafted. But he could go on to be a steal if the opportunity arises.

NEGATIVES Verdell could play with more control and patience. He sometimes works himself into dead ends within the box, and his jittery nature in congestion can cause him to shuffle into contact. Verdell doesn’t seem to be incredibly elusive or creative in the backfield. He’s more of a vertical runner who gets upfield with burst and initial vision. Among other things, Verdell sometimes passes up cutback lanes to go outside, working himself into corners. His size isn’t overwhelming, and injuries are also a concern, dating back to 2019.

Prospect Measurements

Both images by: Photographer Eric Evans, University of Oregon

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Hand Size

9 1/2"

Broad Jump

9'10"

Arm Length

29 1/4"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

72 1/4"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

29.5"

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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ZONOVAN

KNIGHT School

Position

HT/WT

North Carolina State

5’11”, 210 lbs

167

PFN RANK

POS RANK

ATT

YARDS

AVG

LONG

REC

YARDS

AVG

LONG

2021 STATS

140

753

5.4

156

7.4

CAREER STATS

419

2,286

5.5

337

7.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

As a child, he was known by his nickname because people had difficulty pronouncing his name. Now, Zonovan ”Bam” Knight is a name not to forget as one of the most explosive running backs in the 2022 NFL Draft class.

Knight demonstrates impressive vision while showcasing incredible patience behind the line of scrimmage.

One of the most impressive elements of Knight’s game is his vision. The North Carolina State RB is incredibly patient behind the line of scrimmage. Rather than plowing ahead as quickly as possible, he waits to identify open lanes then bursts through them. His vision is also exhibited as he makes his way downfield. He can spot opportunities to extend runs through downfield lanes and routinely acts on these. While vision is important, you won’t succeed if you don’t have the athletic ability to execute. Thankfully, Knight has impressive acceleration and lateral agility, meaning he can redirect effortlessly to extend plays. This is also evident at the line of scrimmage, routinely using his burst to get around the edge and into the open field. Meanwhile, he can get skinny between the tackles as an inside runner. The North Carolina State RB has many weapons in his armory as a result of his athletic profile. Knight has demonstrated spin moves, jump cuts, and stiff arms on multiple occasions. Knight is tough to bring down. One of the critical areas for analyzing NFL Draft prospects at the running back position is contact balance, and Knight’s balance is impressive. He ranked as a top-five back in college football for missed tackles last season, and his tape is littered with examples of him making a man miss. It usually takes multiple players to stop the North Carolina State RB in his tracks. Knight shows willingness in pass protection. At 5’11” and 210 pounds, he isn’t the biggest running back in this NFL Draft class. However, he routinely looks for work and puts all his effort into protecting his quarterback. He also presents as a versatile prospect with excellent success as a kick returner which could ensure a role early in his NFL career.

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Knight has impressive acceleration and lateral agility, meaning he can redirect effortlessly to extend plays. Routinely uses his burst to get around the edge. Meanwhile, he can get skinny between the tackles as an inside runner. Knight is tough to bring down, showcasing impressive contact balance. Offers versatiltiy, with the ability to return kicks with a high degree of success.

NEGATIVES Knight hasn’t been routinely utilized as a receiver at North Carolina State, making his transition to the NFL difficult to gauge. While he is a willing blocker, Knight will need to improve his efficiency and technique to elevate his stock further. Shoulder surgery didn’t appear to impact his game this season, but that may be the focus of attention for NFL teams.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/4"

Broad Jump

9’6”

Arm Length

30 1/2"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

73 1/2"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

31"

40-yard

4.58

RAS

4.49

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D’VONTE

PRICE School

Position

HT/WT

FIU

6’1”, 198 lbs

215

PFN RANK

POS RANK

ATT

YARDS

AVG

LONG

REC

YARDS

AVG

LONG

2021 STATS

129

682

5.3

8.3

CAREER STATS

373

2,221

6.0

307

6.8

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

FIU RB D’Vonte Price may not be a household name as an NFL Draft prospect. However, he has pro potential as a physical downhill runner who possesses impressive long speed for his size.

Price fits firmly into the mold of a downhill runner who does his best work between the tackles. He has the lower body strength and density to bully his way through traffic.

He has the lower body strength and density to bully his way through traffic on the interior. Price routinely demonstrates the ability to bulldoze through defenders by lowering his shoulder to initiate contact. Once contact is initiated, his lower body strength allows him to grind out extra yardage. He also displays impressive contact balance, rarely collapsing on first contact. Furthermore, Price routinely falls forward, ensuring that there is no wasted yardage.

Price demonstrates the ability to bulldoze through defenders by lowering his shoulder to initiate contact. He also displays impressive contact balance, rarely collapsing on first contact.

For a player of his size, Price demonstrates some finesse when running between the tackles. While he can bulldoze forward, he shows impressive vision rather than blindly barreling into battle. Additionally, the FIU RB displays an exceptional ability to get skinny through the gaps he identifies. He has showcased excellent footwork and the ability to cut when presented with a roadblock in his way.

Price is a physical blocker who demonstrates some impressive technical ability.

What happens when he is through the trenches sets Price apart from other bigger backs in this NFL Draft class. The Panthers product possesses impressive long speed, ensuring he can break away from chasing defenders and generate big runs to the end zone. As you’d expect from a back of Price’s size, he’s a physical blocker, showing no fear regardless of who his opponent may be. However, he also possesses some impressive technical qualities. He embraces rushers with a low pad level, absorbing contact while displaying awareness and routinely looking for work. The FIU running back also showcases some impressive handwork as a blocker at times.

Price has some finesse when running between the tackles and showcases impressive long speed.

NEGATIVES Price wasn’t used routinely in the passing game at FIU. He will need to demonstrate reliable catching techniques. Price firmly fits in the “downhill thumper” role. Although he has shown some excellent footwork and cutability, he isn’t going to create a ton of yardage with multiple cuts, spins, jukes, hurdles, etc. Price has missed time in multiple seasons due to injury.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 5/8"

Broad Jump

9'9"

Arm Length

34 1/2"

Shuffle

4.28

Wingspan

83 1/4"

3 Cone

7.14

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

34.5"

40-yard

4.83

RAS

8.55

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CAM’RON

HARRIS School

Position

HT/WT

Miami (FL)

5’10”, 210 lbs

369

PFN RANK

POS RANK

ATT

YARDS

AVG

LONG

REC

YARDS

AVG

LONG

2021 STATS

409

5.8

119

10.8

CAREER STATS

339

1,794

5.3

393

8.2

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Cam’Ron Harris can run. There’s no doubting that. With his explosiveness, agility, and solid initial vision, Harris can be a great yardage creator. He’s capable of making at least one defender miss on any given play. And from there, he can keep working in space.

Harris has explosive short-area burst and good long speed, and he’s a sudden lateral mover as well. That suddenness allows him to create space in tight quarters.

Nevertheless, Harris’ upside depends on whether he can more consistently utilize power elements at his size and whether he can prove his mettle as a receiving back. He’s flashed as a receiver, but he may weigh in lighter than his listed weight. He doesn’t offer great contact balance or physicality. Most of his work takes place in space. Also complicating Harris’ projection is the season-ending knee injury he suffered in 2021. Medical checks will be big for Harris, but even then, there are a lot of unanswered questions on tape. He’s dynamic, but he doesn’t offer great play strength, and he can be indecisive. And teams may have questions about retaining athleticism after his injury. Still, late in the draft, or as a PFA, Harris could stick around with his loose hips and high-energy style.

Harris can divert course quickly, as his loose hips enable him to change directions with ease. That capacity even shows up in his route running at times. Harris is shifty, with great twitch and energy. He also flashes impressive vertical leaping ability. He has smooth footwork and knows how to manage spacing in the backfield. He can shrink through gaps effectively.

NEGATIVES Harris doesn’t always have the strength to shrug off tackles, nor does he carry a great deal of mass when lowering his shoulder. He’s not a powerful player and can’t often withstand contact in the backfield. Harris lacks elite contact balance. He also struggles with indecisiveness behind the line at times. While he’s a capable receiver out of the backfield, he’s not a proven YAC threat. Additionally, Harris’ season-ending knee injury further clouds his outlook.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10"

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

31 1/2"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

n/a

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

4.38

RAS

n/a

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WIDE RECEIVER

WIDE RECEIVER PFN CONSENSUS BIG BOARD RANKINGS NAME

SCHOOL

POS RANK

OVERALL RANK

Garrett Wilson

Ohio State

Jameson Williams

Alabama

Drake London

USC

Jahan Dotson

Penn State

Chris Olave

Ohio State

Treylon Burks

Arkansas

John Metchie III

Alabama

David Bell

Purdue

Jalen Tolbert

South Alabama

Erik Ezukanma

Texas Tech

Romeo Doubs

Nevada

Wan'Dale Robinson

Kentucky

Christian Watson

North Dakota State

Skyy Moore

Western Michigan

Alec Pierce

Cincinnati

George Pickens

Georgia

Khalil Shakir

Boise State

106

Justyn Ross

Clemson

115

Calvin Austin III

Memphis

164

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WIDE RECEIVER PFN CONSENSUS BIG BOARD RANKINGS NAME

SCHOOL

POS RANK

OVERALL RANK

Danny Gray

SMU

172

Reggie Roberson Jr.

SMU

205

Bo Melton

Rutgers

245

Ty Fryfogle

Indiana

301

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GARRETT

WILSON School

Position

HT/WT

Ohio State

6’0”, 192 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

1,058

15.1

1,134

15.3

CAREER STATS

143

2,213

15.5

143

23.8

149

2,356

15.8

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Garrett Wilson’s smooth, sudden athleticism -- combined with his attention to detail and sheer instinct at the catch point -- makes him an extremely promising wideout in the 2022 NFL Draft. Wide receivers who can create at all three levels are coveted in the NFL, and Wilson fits this description better than most in the 2022 class.

Wilson is an exceptionally fluid, sudden, and explosive athlete. He can stack direction changes and glide out of quick cuts with ease. He sinks his hips effortlessly on route breaks, and he can explode off of stems with torrid short-area burst. Wilson has a good awareness of blind spots, and his route tree is fairly expansive for his age.

Before the catch, Wilson can create separation with his explosiveness, suddenness, fast feet, hip sink, and technical use of deception. He’s great not only at creating displacement with his athleticism but also attacking defenders’ blind spots to maximize separation. At the catch point, he can create opportunities with his natural, effortless body control, ball-tracking ability, and strong hands. And after the catch, he can create extra yards with his twitch, slippery elusiveness, and urgent style.

At the catch point, Wilson has high-end vertical leaping ability and ball tracking, combined with rare body control and contortion ability. He’s an excellent run-aftercatch threat as well.

Wilson is a little bit lighter, and he doesn’t have elite size. But he has enough play strength at the catch point with his proportional length and wiry frame. His physical makeup and playstyle are vaguely reminiscent of Buffalo Bills star Stefon Diggs. With his sky-high route-running potential, excellent athleticism, and high-level instincts at the catch point, Wilson is a worthy WR1 candidate in the 2022 NFL Draft, and a potential top-10 prospect.

NEGATIVES Wilson can round off his routes on occasion. He’s also prone to focus drops when he anticipates contact, often in the short and intermediate ranges. It also happens to Wilson when trying to corral sideline catches at times. Wilson is a willing blocker, but he isn’t elite in that phase. His leaner frame limits him a bit, and he can improve his blocking angles.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 7/8"

Broad Jump

10'3"

Arm Length

32"

Shuffle

4.36

Wingspan

76 1/2"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

36"

40-yard

4.37

RAS

7.64

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JAMESON

WILLIAMS School

Position

HT/WT

Alabama

6’2”, 189 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

1,572

19.9

7.7

1,595

19.5

CAREER STATS

1,838

19.6

7.7

1,861

19.2

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

As a deep threat, Jameson Williams is the best in his class, and he’s one of the best to come out over the past several years. He has elite explosiveness and speed, and his long strides in open space are near impossible to keep up with. He can explode out into space in an instant and destroy tackling angles with room to run. Had he been healthy enough to run in the NFL Combine, a time in the 4.3s was likely.

Williams has supreme explosive capacity. He has legitimate game-breaking speed in space. His long, energetic strides are absurdly efficient. He can gain separation with his elite acceleration alone, but he also has rare potential as a route runner.

Williams has game-breaking speed and explosiveness, but beyond that, Williams has the makings of a complete NFL wide receiver. He has loose, flexible hips that can sink with ease on route-running reps. He’s an incredibly twitchy player who can generate displacement off quick, subtle movements. And at the catch point, Williams has good hands, focus, and instincts. There is room for more refinement with Williams. He can be more consistent as a route runner, both playing to his maximum and being efficient. He’s also prone to drops when he has to extend beyond his frame. But Williams has the instant burst out of his breaks, throttle control, quick feet, and effortless hip sink to suggest elite route-running potential. He’s flashed the ability to use deception. And his ball-tracking ability is undeniable. A lot hinges on Williams’ medical evaluation after his ACL tear. He may not be available for much of the 2021 season. But he suffered a clean tear, and should be on his way to a full recovery. And when he’s healthy, Williams is an early first-round talent, worthy of WR1 consideration.

Williams is a jittery RAC threat with fluid hips and surprising contact balance. He can make sharp direction changes with ease. He’s a playmaker with easily accessible dynamic ability. He has the length and ball-tracking ability to be competitive in contested situations as well.

NEGATIVES Williams rounds his breaks on occasion and can use his traits more expansively at times. He can also utilize head fakes and deception to a greater degree. He can be more calculated and coordinated at his breaks at times, and there’s room for him to expand his route tree overall. Going further, Williams doesn’t have a ton of experience against press. He may need to adjust to NFL physicality. Williams can also expand his range of releases off the line, as his athleticism allows.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/4"

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

32 1/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

75 7/8"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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DRAKE

LONDON School

Position

HT/WT

USC

6’5”, 210 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

1,084

12.3

1,086

12.2

CAREER STATS

160

2,153

13.5

161

2,155

13.4

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Wide receivers come in all shapes and sizes. There are taller, big-bodied pass catchers that dominate in contested-catch situations and smaller, shiftier, and elusive receivers who are dangerous in the open field. Drake London is a rare entity that merges some of the qualities of those two types of receivers. He dominated college football this season until an injury cut his campaign short. In that time, however, he asserted himself as one of the best pass catchers in the class and a true first-round talent.

London can use his significant size, combined with impressively long arms, to pluck the ball out of the air. The USC WR is the epitome of a contested-catch connoisseur. His size and physicality also allow him to secure the ball in traffic in the middle of the field.

Standing at 6’5”, you don’t have to look hard to find the USC WR amongst his teammates on tape. London can use his significant size, combined with impressively long arms, to pluck the ball out of the air.

London possesses an insane ability to find gaps in coverage, allowing him to create space.

He’s displayed the ability to go up and secure the ball in contested-catch situations with ease. This is best demonstrated with his touchdown grab in double coverage against Arizona State. London’s catchability is exceptional. In addition to the example mentioned above, he excels securing the ball in traffic over the middle of the field while maintaining possession through contact. This is just one part of the physical nature of his play. London also shows this physicality as a willing and able blocker in the run game. Additionally, he is challenging to bring down in the open field, exhibiting competitive toughness to carry multiple players on his back. London was lauded for his athletic ability in high school, and this is one of the more surprising elements of his game. He flashes an unexpected change-of-direction ability for someone so tall. London has quick feet enabling excellent lateral agility, making cuts with ease and often leaving defenders clutching at air. Finally, the USC WR presents an incredible understanding of the game. London possesses an insane ability to find gaps in coverage, allowing him to create space. When the play breaks down, he puts himself in a position for the quarterback to locate him.

He has unexpected change-of-direction ability for someone so tall. He has quick feet enabling excellent lateral agility, making cuts with ease.

NEGATIVES Plays with a high pad level that exposes his chest in press coverage, impacting his route-running ability. While a deceptive athlete, London doesn’t possess long speed. Having suffered a season-ending fractured ankle this season, there will be injury red flags for some NFL teams. It remains to be seen whether this impacts his draft stock.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 3/8"

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

33"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

77 3/4"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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JAHAN

DOTSON School

Position

HT/WT

Penn State

5’11”, 184 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

1,182

1,200

12.4

CAREER STATS

183

2,757

15.1

2.3

191

2,775

14.5

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Jahan Dotson is a pure playmaker. As a catcher, he has the vertical athleticism, body control, spider-like hands, and laser focus to make eye-popping plays down the field. And as a ball carrier, the Penn State WR is explosive and agile, and he can sink his hips effortlessly. He doesn’t always play to his athletic maximum, but the potential is there. And his success as a punt returner only reaffirms that.

Dotson is explosive and has great long-strider speed in open space. He’s smooth but can build up speed unexpectedly quickly.

Dotson shows great promise as a route runner. He knows how to use deception and can be extremely smooth and sudden on his breaks. He also knows how to sneak into blind spots and explode upfield. His combined savvy and awareness maximize his explosive skill set. Meanwhile, at the catch point, he has high-level instincts with his ability to elevate, contort, and snare passes. Dotson can still be more consistent as a route runner, and his frame is on the light side. Nevertheless, Dotson has the dual-sided catching ability and creation ability to be an early-round pick. Provided that he tests well, he’s a legitimate first-round contender. When you think about three-level threats -- receivers who can separate, win at the catch point, and generate yards after catch -- Dotson is near the top of the list.

Dotson has excellent vertical athleticism. He can spring off the ground, and his large, spider-like hands snag off-target passes with ease. As a route runner, he can sink his hips on breaks, explode off stems, utilize deception, and exploit blind spots. Dotson tracks the ball and is very coordinated. When the ball comes his way, Dotson has near-elite body control and contortion ability in the air.

NEGATIVES Dotson has a slight frame. His strong hands help compensate, but larger defenders can outmuscle him, and his frame can inhibit his ability to work through contact. Dotson can play closer to his athletic maximum. He doesn’t always show elite stopand-start ability out of his route breaks. He has the capacity, but he can be more crisp and sudden at the stem. He rounds breaks at times. Dotson doesn’t have great contact balance after the catch. He’s also inconsistent at sustaining blocks in the run game.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/2"

Broad Jump

10'1"

Arm Length

30 3/4"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

74"

3 Cone

7.28

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

36"

40-yard

4.41

RAS

5.94

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CHRIS

OLAVE School

Position

HT/WT

Ohio State

6’1”, 188 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

936

14.4

936

14.4

CAREER STATS

175

2,702

15.4

1.7

178

2,707

15.2

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

After garnering first-round attention in the previous draft, Chris Olave was a surprise returner to Ohio State for the 2021 college football season. While he was part of a triple-headed receiving monster that sometimes saw him overshadowed by his teammates, Olave has led the Buckeyes in touchdown receptions for three consecutive seasons and has the potential to be one of the top pass catchers in the 2022 NFL Draft class.

A former high school sprinter, Olave exhibits excellent play speed. He has the play speed to cause problems for even the most athletic defensive backs.

One of Olave’s best attributes is his athleticism. We can break this down into several critical areas, starting with speed. A former high school sprinter, Olave exhibits excellent play speed. It’s unlikely that he will be the fastest receiver at the NFL Combine, but he has the play speed to cause problems for defensive backs. More impressive than his overall speed is his burst. Olave demonstrates a stellar ability to blast past defensive backs at the line of scrimmage. Using a combination of his explosion, play speed, and incredible fluidity of movement, Olave creates separation. His footwork at the line of scrimmage is impressive, allowing him to gain an immediate advantage, which he solidifies with extraordinary route-running prowess. Olave showcases impressive football intelligence and spatial awareness. He does a superb job of finding soft spots in opposing defenses. Furthermore, his awareness helps him complete catches in tight situations while remaining in bounds. These situations allow Olave to demonstrate his exxcellent ball tracking and body control skills. Olave has been used in multiple alignments during his Ohio State career. That versatility should only enhance Olave’s NFL Draft stock.

More impressive than his overall speed is his burst. Olave demonstrates a stellar ability to blast past defensive backs at the line of scrimmage. Olave showcases impressive football intelligence and spatial awareness. He does a superb job of finding soft spots in opposing defenses. He also showcases impressive ball tracking and body control.

NEGATIVES Olave lacks physicality at the catch point in contested situations. His slight frame could exacerbate these issues at the NFL level. Furthermore, he doesn’t possess the same level of physicality as a blocker as other wide receivers in this class. While Olave is a big-play threat with his speed, he doesn’t routinely create yardage for himself after the catch.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/2"

Broad Jump

10'4"

Arm Length

31 1/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

73 1/8"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

32"

40-yard

4.39

RAS

7.99

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TREYLON

BURKS School

Position

HT/WT

Arkansas

6’3”, 225 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

1,104

16.7

112

1,216

15.2

CAREER STATS

146

2,399

16.4

222

5.8

184

2,621

14.2

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Treylon Burks is a powerful all-purpose pass catcher and one of the top wide receivers in the class. He set career-high receiving yards, yards per catch, and touchdowns in his final season as he bids to be the first Arkansas WR selected in the first round of the NFL Draft since 2005.

Burks owns the physicality of a traditional big-bodied playmaker but comes with deceptive athletic upside. Well-put-together frame with insanely large hands.

Burks is a walking contradiction to the statement “size doesn’t matter.” At 6’3” and 225 pounds, he owns the physicality of a traditional big-bodied playmaker but comes with deceptive athletic upside. In addition to his incredibly well-put-together frame, Burks possesses insanely big hands. He has to have custom-made 5XL gloves to wear on game day, and this hand size gives him incredible catch ability. Furthermore, his hand size allows him to be physical in the ground game. When the effort is there he does an excellent job of getting his hands on his man and blocking downfield. Burks contains deceptive speed, which, combined with his size, makes him a handful in coverage. Additionally, he is extremely fluid in his movements. This allows him to ghost through soft spots in coverage, often resulting in chunk plays for Arkansas’ offense.

Burks possesses a unique combination of size, speed, and athleticism that allows him to produce yardage after the catch consistently. Burks demonstrates impressive play strength and contact balance, making him difficult to bring down on first contact. Versatile playmaker who presents as a three-level threat from multiple alignments.

NEGATIVES Burks has drops that you would expect him to secure. With such large hands and exceptional catching technique, the presumption is that these drops result from complacency. As a result of manufactured touches for him at Arkansas, Burks doesn’t have the experience of a vast route tree.

The unique combination of size, speed, and athleticism allows Burks to produce yardage after the catch consistently. It’s rare to see him brought down on the first contact.

Burks is inconsistent effort as a blocker.

Finally, Burks’ versatility should only add value to his NFL Draft stock. Although Burks took most of his snaps out of the slot, he has experience out wide and in the backfield. Arkansas uses him in motion, and there are even examples of him aligned on the end of the offensive line as if he were a tight end.”

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 7/8"

Broad Jump

10'2"

Arm Length

33 1/2"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

79 1/8"

3 Cone

7.28

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

33"

40-yard

4.55

RAS

6.32

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JOHN

METCHIE III School

Position

HT/WT

Alabama

6’0”, 195 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

1,142

11.9

1,150

11.9

CAREER STATS

155

2,081

13.4

156

2,089

13.4

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

John Metchie III earned first-round consideration ahead of the 2021 college football season, with some scouts reportedly higher on him than previous Alabama pass catchers Jaylen Waddle and DeVonta Smith. Although this season saw him slide somewhat into the shadow of Jameson Williams and ended in injury, Metchie still possesses an alluring skill set for the NFL.

Metchie is a genuine speed threat at the wide receiver position. His speed gives him the ability to create and maintain separation at all three levels of the field.

Metchie is a genuine speed threat at the wide receiver position. He can get downfield in a hurry, and once open, there’s very little chance that he’s going to be caught. His speed gives him the ability to create and maintain separation at all three levels of the field.

Due to his speed and route-running ability, he poses a versatile threat to the entire field from multiple alignments.

In addition to his speed, Metchie displays impressive route-running ability. He exhibits quick football work and excellent change of direction, which enables him to fake out coverage, allowing for even greater separation. But Metchie is not just a downfield threat; he is equally adept at coming across the middle on slant routes.

NEGATIVES

Due to his speed and route-running ability, he poses a versatile threat to the entire field and from multiple alignments. The Alabama WR has lined up across the formation for the Crimson Tide, including in the backfield. The danger Metchie presents with his speed allowed Nick Saban to use him on motion plays like fake jet sweeps — giving them additional options to create diversion and confusion.

Metchie doesn’t always fight his way through traffic with ease in the middle of the field.

Although he isn’t a physical specimen like Treylon Burks in this 2022 NFL Draft class, Metchie can more than hold his own as a blocking wide receiver. He is willing and able, and there are multiple examples in the games studied of him actively moving men towards the sideline or downfield.

ACL injury will cause concern for a WR whose game is predicated on speed.

Finally, his ability to cradle in an over-the-shoulder catch is a wonder to behold.

Metchie displays impressive route-running ability. He exhibits quick foot work and excellent change of direction, enabling him to fake out coverage.

Metchie can more than hold his own as a blocking wide receiver.

Metchie often fails to secure the ball in contested-catch situations. He doesn’t routinely hold onto the ball through contact.

Some physicality issues may cause problems when faced with an increase in press coverage in the NFL, something he wasn’t routinely subjected to in his college career.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/4"

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

30 5/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

73 3/8"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

4.55

RAS

n/a

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DAVID

BELL School

Position

HT/WT

Purdue

6’2”, 205 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

1,286

13.8

1,325

13.8

CAREER STATS

232

2,946

12.7

8.5

238

2,997

12.6

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Purdue WR David Bell followed the most productive season of his career with exceptional performances for the Boilermakers, earning him consensus All-American honors. After spending two seasons somewhat in the shadow of teammate Rondale Moore, Bell emerged into the national spotlight as a top pass-catching prospect in this class.

Bell might not be the fastest in a foot race, but he possesses impressive long speed.

Bell might not be the fastest in a foot race, but he’s got impressive long speed, which can help take the top off a defense. In addition, the Purdue WR has demonstrated excellent burst, with his speed release helping him win at the line of scrimmage. Bell also exhibits a good change-of-direction ability, which shows in his route running and making defenders miss in the open field. Finally — and most impressively — from an athletic standpoint, Bell has exceptional body control. There are multiple examples on film where he contorts his body to make a catch that appears impossible. The Purdue WR displays this ability both in the open field and in the end zone. Bell is a dangerous threat at all three levels of the field. When evaluating wide receivers, one important thing is physicality, and Bell is as physical as they come. He puts this to good use in contested-catch situations, where he routinely comes down with the ball. There were several examples of him snatching the ball away from the defensive back. Furthermore, his physicality helps him gain additional yardage, as he is rarely taken down on the first contact.

The Purdue WR has demonstrated excellent burst, with his speed release helping him win at the line of scrimmage. Bell is as physical as they come. He puts this to good use in contested-catch situations, where he routinely comes down with the ball. Physicality evident as a blocker too. Good change-of-direction ability and excellent body control.

NEGATIVES Bell hasn’t been asked to run a particularly complex route tree at Purdue, which will require development at the next level. He hasn’t routinely been tasked with overcoming press coverage at the college level. Bell can be prone to being overly aggressive, with the potential for attracting penalties.

Furthermore, Bell’s physicality allows him to be a willing and able blocker downfield despite some technical issues.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/4"

Broad Jump

10'5"

Arm Length

32 1/2"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

n/a

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

40-yard

4.55

RAS

8.41

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JALEN

TOLBERT School

Position

HT/WT

South Alabama

6’1”, 195 lbs

PFN RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

2021 STATS

1,474

CAREER STATS

178

3,140

17.6

POS RANK

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

1,474

178

3,140

17.6

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Jalen Tolbert didn’t measure in quite as big as expected at the Senior Bowl, but the most important measurement was his arm length. With arms over 32 inches, Tolbert has the wingspan -- along with his body control and acrobatic flexibility -- to be a constant threat in contested situations. He proved himself there in college.

Tolbert has a long, lean, and compact frame. His 32-inch arms give him a great catch radius. He has excellent twitch and suddenness off the line. He can use short, crisp bursts of energy to gain early separation.

Going further, Tolbert is a good athlete with a lot of desired route-running qualities. Although he can better play to his maximum at times, Tolbert has the fast feet and twitch to generate displacement at the line. He has the hip sink and suddenness to separate in the open field. And he has good burst out of his breaks, as well as the speed to challenge DBs in the deep third. A lot of his athletic traits translate after the catch as well. Tolbert’s production only magnifies his appeal. In his final collegiate season, he accounted for almost 50% of his team’s receiving production. Defenses knew the ball was going Tolbert’s way. But with his natural ability to separate and win at the catch point with smooth athleticism and instincts, it was never a problem for Tolbert. He might not be quite the elite size/speed threat he was billed as early on. But Tolbert can still be a starting NFL receiver on the boundary if he can keep refining his route running and minimize focus drops.

Tolbert has good burst in space and solid long speed. He can stack DBs downfield and adjust to inaccurate passes. He has stellar body control and acrobatic balltracking ability. Tolbert has good footwork, and he’s shown he can use a multitude of releases at the line, including a dead leg move to manipulate spacing.

NEGATIVES Tolbert can play to his physical maximum more consistently. He can afford to sink his hips more during direction changes to maximize efficiency. Tolbert rounds off his route breaks at times. He can better employ physicality at stems, and against press coverage. He appears to be going through the motions at times, relying on physical traits. Tolbert can sometimes be susceptible to focus drops. His hands aren’t always as strong or consistent as desired. Those drops still showed up in 2021.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10"

Broad Jump

10'3"

Arm Length

32 1/4"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

76 3/8"

3 Cone

7.08

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

36"

40-yard

4.44

RAS

7.95

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ERIK

EZUKANMA School

Position

HT/WT

Texas Tech

6’3”, 220 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

705

14.7

138

13.8

843

14.5

CAREER STATS

138

2,165

15.7

138

13.8

148

2,303

15.6

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Erik Ezukanma is an exciting and underrated receiver with incredibly dynamic potential. He wasn’t always used effectively at Texas Tech, but the potential is aweinspiring. He’s 6’3”, 220 pounds, with elite length and contact balance. Moreover, he owns great explosiveness, elusiveness, hands, and impressive authoritative traits at the catch point. He offers good ball tracking downfield, as well as body control, and he can box defenders out with his long, dense frame.

Ezukanma has an elite size/length/athleticism mix at 6’3”, 220 pounds. He has great lateral agility, elusiveness, and superb explosiveness. He can elongate space and stack DBs.

Furthermore, while Ezukanma has room to refine his route running, he shows potential there. The Texas Tech WR flashes fast feet, smooth hip sink, and amped-up lower body movements ahead of his breaks. Ezukanma can be more consistent as a route runner, and he can expand his set of releases. But for his size, there’s great potential present. And he can already be used in a lot of ways. He can move to the slot, stay at the boundary, or execute screens and take handoffs in motion. As it stands, Ezukanma is a wide receiver prospect worthy of early-round consideration. He’s an impressive size/speed threat, who offers great contestedcatch ability, but also doubles as a high-level run-after-catch threat with his athleticism and contact balance. He’s electric with the ball in his hands and in the air. That universal playmaking ability, combined with his elite physical makeup, grants him an astronomical ceiling.

Ezukanma is a great RAC threat. His contact balance could be best-in-class. His legs are always churning. He can bounce off contact, swim through congestion, and slip out of arm tackles. Ezukanma has solid body control and focus. He targets the ball with his strong hands and rarely resorts to body catching. He sinks his hips well enough on routes.

NEGATIVES Ezukanma has a somewhat limited route tree, and he lacks a diverse release package at the line. He doesn’t always create separation on his own, although he’s shown the physical capacity to do so. Ezukanma rounds his breaks on some routes. His footwork could be more precise. Ezukanma doesn’t always run his routes at full speed all the way through. He also doesn’t display consistent twitch or urgency up the seam. There are occasional focus drops on Ezukanma’s tape, and he can be too physical against coverage at times.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 3/8"

Broad Jump

10'6"

Arm Length

33 1/2"

Shuffle

4.38

Wingspan

78 1/4"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

36.5"

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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ROMEO

DOUBS School

Position

HT/WT

Nevada

6’1”, 204 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

1,109

13.9

1,113

13.7

CAREER STATS

225

3,322

14.8

-1

-0.3

228

3,321 14.6

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Romeo Doubs came into 2021 needing to improve his hands, and he also left room to refine his route-running ability further. In terms of growth, 2021 was a mixed bag.

Doubs has a wiry frame with good density, and he also has excellent athleticism. With quick feet and superb twitch, Doubs is very explosive out of direction changes. He has the speed to stack DBs and accelerate after catches.

Doubs displayed better hip sink at times, and he also flashed good awareness of blind spots downfield. However, his hands were still hot and cold. The flashes are there, and Doubs has the ball-tracking ability downfield. However, he needs to minimize body catches and actively guide the ball with his hands when it comes his way. Nevertheless, Doubs’ utility isn’t limited to his downfield ability alone. He has electric potential as a route runner. He’s incredibly twitchy at the line and explosive out of his stance. After the catch, Doubs owns the speed and explosiveness to extend plays and stretch the field, and he can adjust his stride lengths situationally. That speed allows him to stack DBs in the deep third as well. Moreover, Doubs has great agility and a strong frame. Doubs’ stock seems to be settling in the Day 2 range through the Senior Bowl, but in that range, he could go on to be a high-value playmaker with three-level ability. The dictating factor for Doubs is how much he can improve his hands, and how consistent he can be with his releases and as a route runner. The upside is through the roof, but there’s still work to do.

Doubs is dynamic and slippery as a ball carrier. He owns great balance when changing directions, and he diverts course with unpredictable suddenness. He has great route-running potential. Doubs flashes exceptional body control and contortion. He also has the vertical athleticism to high-point the ball.

NEGATIVES Doubs’ hands are a major concern. His technique can be sloppy at the catch point, and his coordination can also improve. Doubs doesn’t always guide passes in, instead body catching. His hands aren’t as strong or authoritative as desired. He’s also susceptible to focus drops. Doubs can build on his route tree a bit more and minimize rounded route breaks. Furthermore, Doubs can sink his hips more consistently when changing directions. He has the necessary hip flexibility, but sometimes he plays too tall into his breaks.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10"

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

32 1/4"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

77 3/8"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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WAN’DALE

ROBINSON School

Position

HT/WT

Kentucky

5’11”, 185 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

104

1,334

12.8

111

15.9

111

1,445

CAREER STATS

195

2,248

11.5

141

691

4.9

336

2,939

8.7

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Although he’s on the small side, Wan’Dale Robinson is one of the most dynamic players in the 2022 NFL Draft with the ball in his hands. He has high-level creative capacity, and was frequently featured in Kentucky’s offense.

Robinson has great burst and agility. He runs with his hips on a swivel, stacking moves in rapid succession. Robinson brings a smooth, deadly brand of shiftiness in tight spaces.

With his shiftiness, explosiveness, and instincts in open space, Robinson consistently generates big plays. As a former running back, he also has solid density, vision, and contact balance for his size. But beyond that, Robinson also has utility as a pass catcher.

Robinson can set up releases with twitch and get DBs off-balance. He also has the vertical athleticism to leap for tough grabs and snare passes in midair, and he can pinch impressive angles as a route runner.

Robinson has some traits that are conducive to successful route running, with the speed and burst to be an effective deep threat. He can sink his hips on breaks and explode out into space. And he’s flashed ball-tracking ability and body control at the catch point. He can make adjustments and haul in passes amidst contact. Robinson is a tough competitor, and he’s exceedingly versatile, too. His best fit is probably as a slot receiver, but Robinson can line up anywhere, and he thrives in motion. Get the ball in his hands, and reap the rewards. Robinson is an easy Day 2 prospect, with the high-level creative capacity to be a dynamic chess piece in the NFL.

Robinson uses his loose hips to levy cuts in the open field and manipulate tackling angles. He’s a creative ball carrier with good density.

NEGATIVES Robinson’s size could hinder him. His shorter arms limit his catch radius in contested situations. He can get tied up against longer defenders and can also be rerouted in press. Robinson can utilize more deception and expand his route tree. He doesn’t always sink his hips to full capacity or utilize head fakes at the stem. He’s often schemed into space. While Robinson has a short-striding, energetic style, he doesn’t have elite breakaway speed. He stretches the field, but he can be caught from behind.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

Broad Jump

9'10"

Arm Length

27 5/8"

Shuffle

4.53

Wingspan

67 5/8"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

34.5"

40-yard

4.38

RAS

5.29

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CHRISTIAN

WATSON School

Position

HT/WT

North Dakota State

6’4”, 211 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

801

18.6

114

7.6

859

14.8

CAREER STATS

105

2,140

20.4

392

154

2,294

14.9

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

As a size, speed, and versatility threat, Christian Watson should have multiple suitors in the 2022 NFL Draft. His phenomenal return ability will see him earn an early special-teams role at the next level at the very minimum. One of the best FCS players in the class, Watson will be the first North Dakota State receiver drafted since 1985.

Watson is a ludicrous speed merchant for his size. He decimates coverage with his ability to breeze past opponents with ease.

When you’re 6’4” and 211 pounds, there’s a natural assumption about your qualities as a receiver. Watson shatters those preconceptions. The NDSU WR is a ludicrous speed merchant for his size. He has an official 4.44 40-yard dash time from high school. Watson decimates coverage with his ability to breeze past opponents with ease. He accelerates quickly, ensuring he can gain separation at all three levels of the field rather than just in the deep third. Watson’s speed makes him incredibly versatile. He’s been used in almost every conceivable offensive alignment. Watson has been deployed outside both to the boundary and field, in the slot, and in the backfield. NDSU utilizes him in motion in a multitude of ways. Additionally, he’s a dangerous kick returner. With the ball in his hands, Watson has many appealing qualities. He possesses an arsenal of skill moves, including hurdles, jukes, and cuts. The NDSU WR is also extremely physical, possessing a nasty stiff-arm to fend off opponents. This physicality is also demonstrated by how difficult he is to bring down. Watson showcases impressive contact balance, rarely being stopped on the first attempt. As a receiver, speed is his primary weapon. However, he is far from a one-trick pony in this regard. Watson showcases good route-running ability. At the point of the catch, he demonstrates good ball-tracking ability, body control, and spatial awareness. As a three-level threat, he is able to secure the ball in traffic coming across the middle of the field.

At the point of the catch, he demonstrates good ball-tracking ability, body control, and spatial awareness. Possesses an arsenal of skill moves, including hurdles, jukes, and cuts. Watson is also extremely physical, possessing a nasty stiff-arm to fend off opponents and showcases contact balance to extend plays. Versatile threat with returning ability, offering special-teams value.

NEGATIVES Watson displayed issues with securing the ball in contested-catch situations on his college tape. He needs to remain focused on the catch throughout the process. He sometimes relies on his body to secure the ball. He can be guilty of rounding off his routes rather than breaking with twitchy, sudden movements. His domination for NDSU may be attributed to level of competition, although he dismissed that concern at the Senior Bowl.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/8"

Broad Jump

11'4"

Arm Length

32 1/2"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

77 5/8"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

38.5"

40-yard

4.36

RAS

9.98

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SKYY

MOORE School

Position

HT/WT

Western Michigan

5’10”,195 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

1,292

13.6

1,302

13.6

CAREER STATS

171

2,482

14.5

174

2,494

14.3

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

A late riser in the 2022 NFL Draft discussion, Skyy Moore is quickly earning fans ahead of April. The Western Michigan wideout has a tantalizing skill set, at the core of which is his explosive, violent athleticism. He’s a twitched-up ball of energy as a route runner, and can be ruthless with his sudden movements and short-area deception. His footwork is fast, sharp, and relentless. He has easy hip sink and burst out of his breaks, and he can accelerate into the open field.

Moore is a violent route runner who’s explosive in every direction. He’s incredibly twitched-up off the snap, and he can create large cushions with ruthless jab steps. He has a diverse set of releases, and is a natural separator with his suddenness.

Moore has a skill set that’s conducive to easy separation. However, he has ability in tight spaces as well. He brings great focus and coordination at the catch point, and also has solid hands. He actively guides the ball in with his hands, and can extend for passes at the edge of his reach. Moore has great utility after the catch, too. He has brutally terse stop-and-start ability, and his constant energy carries over into that phase. Moore does have a few knocks. While he has good explosiveness to go along with excellent burst, he may not have breakaway speed. His wingspan also limits him in some respects. Nevertheless, Moore is a habitual separator with a competitive edge, a violent movement style, and a motor that never rests. Combine that with his ability at and after the catch, and he can be a productive NFL receiver.

Moore can sink his hips and snap around quickly on breaks, but his athleticism translates after the catch, too. He has great stop-and-start ability, and can manipulate space. Moore also offers steely focus and coordination at the catch point. He’s an all-out competitor at WR.

NEGATIVES Moore is a bit on the lighter side. With his shorter, smaller frame, he can be rerouted if DBs get hands on him. His wingspan also naturally limits his catch radius, and passes can go beyond his reach. While Moore is explosive, he’s a short-strider who might not have top-end speed. He doesn’t stack DBs consistently, and will need to rely on separation at the next level. There are also times where he can sink his hips more on in-breaking routes.

Moore’s size may translate best in the slot, but he has the athleticism and release depth to combat press. He can move around, go in motion, and take screens. And he’s a complete receiver on top of that. Early-round capital is very much in play.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/4"

Broad Jump

10'5"

Arm Length

31"

Shuffle

4.32

Wingspan

73 5/8"

3 Cone

7.13

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

34.5"

40-yard

4.41

RAS

6.83

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ALEC

PIERCE School

Position

HT/WT

Cincinnati

6’2”, 208 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

884

CAREER STATS

106

1,851

17.5

106

1,851

17.5

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Coming off the back of the most productive season of his career where he earned second-team All-AAC honors, Alec Pierce showcased at the Senior Bowl that he belongs in the conversation as one of the top pass catchers in this 2022 NFL Draft class. It would be a surprise to see him slip outside of Day 2 come April.

An impressively sized WR with long arms, Pierce turns 50/50 balls into 70/30 in his favor as a contested-catch connoisseur.

Pierce has decent size for the outside receiver position in the NFL. In addition to his height, the Cincinnati WR also has long levers for arms. Subsequently, he poses an impressive contested-catch threat. He displays good ball-tracking ability, body control to adjust, and routinely plucks the ball out of the sky with excellent pass-catching technique. The Cincinnati WR then cajoles the ball into his chest for maximum ball security. However, there’s much more to his game than simply being a possession receiver. The impressive pass catcher has some exceptional athletic ability that you would not ordinarily expect from a man of his size. He possesses impressive speed for his size. Yet, he’s more than just a straight-line speed threat. Pierce can vary his speed to deceive coverage. He’s adept at throttling down and then bursting with excellent acceleration. He has fast feet that leave you in a blur if you try and keep up with them.

Pierce displays good ball-tracking ability, body control to adjust, and routinely plucks the ball out of the sky with excellent pass-catching technique. A freak athlete for his size, Pierce has speed but can vary that speed to deceive coverage. Impressive footwork allows him to create separation on release. Excellent change-of-direction ability.

NEGATIVES Cincinnati’s offensive system didn’t require Pierce to run a complex route tree. As a result, this area of his game will require some development at the next level. While Pierce routinely demonstrates impressive pass-catching skills, there were some examples of concentration drops in the games studied. As a route runner, he can round off his breaks rather than be sudden in his movement.

Pierce’s athletic ability is also apparent in his change of direction and ability to stop on a dime. There were multiple examples on tape of him being able to plant and cut to pick up extra yardage after the catch. He also showcases the ability to turn rapidly and present his numbers to the quarterback on short throws. Having played both outside the numbers and in the slot, Pierce offers an element of versatility at the NFL level. With versatility, an impressive and deceptive skill set, and incredible on and off-field intelligence, he should be a sought-after prospect in this class.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

Broad Jump

10'9"

Arm Length

33"

Shuffle

4.28

Wingspan

78 1/2"

3 Cone

7.13

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

40.5"

40-yard

4.33

RAS

9.63

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GEORGE

PICKENS School

Position

HT/WT

Georgia

6’3”, 200 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

107

21.4

107

21.4

CAREER STATS

1,347

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

An enticing wide receiver prospect following his first two seasons in Athens, George Pickens’ ACL tear during spring practice appeared to end his hopes of competing this season. After a miraculous recovery, he appeared for the Bulldogs’ title-winning team. Although he managed just 5 receptions for 107 yards, Pickens opted to declare for the 2022 NFL Draft, where he is an undoubtedly talented pass catcher that comes with potential concerns that could impact his stock.

At 6’3” and 200 pounds, Pickens has the ideal frame to be an impactful wide receiver in the NFL.

Focusing on what he does offer as a pass catcher, at 6’3” and 200 pounds, Pickens has the ideal frame to be an impactful wide receiver in the NFL. In addition to his height, the Georgia WR also possesses impressive length, allowing him to high-point the ball. Furthermore, his combination of height, length, and athleticism have allowed him to pull off some incredible diving catches. Pickens plays the game with an intense physicality that, combined with the above attributes, makes him a contested-catch monster. The Bulldog also has an impressive catch radius and exceptional ball-tracking skills. As a result, there’s rarely such thing as an uncatchable pass when it’s anywhere remotely in his vicinity. In addition to his catching ability, Pickens displays solid athleticism as a route runner. He can get in and out of his breaks with an impressive suddenness. Meanwhile, he demonstrates stellar top-end speed. The Georgia WR has the physicality to come across the middle on underneath routes. Once he has the ball in his possession, he isn’t easy to take down.

Pickens plays the game with an intense physicality, evident at the catch point and at the line of scrimmage, often bullying his man at the point of release. The Georgia WR possesses impressive catch radius and exceptional ball-tracking skills. Pickens displays solid athleticism as a route runner. He can get in and out of his breaks with an impressive suddenness.

NEGATIVES Pickens has been guilty of dubious decision-making in several incidents, both on and off the field. Pickens was branded “selfish” and “undisciplined” by his head coach following one such incident. Those are two attributes that won’t endear him to NFL teams and coaches. Although he returned to the field from an ACL injury, it remains to be seen if he can recover his full athletic ability. If any questions remain over his health, it could impact his stock.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

8 3/4"

Broad Jump

10'5"

Arm Length

32 3/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

77 3/8"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

33"

40-yard

4.4

10-yard

8.41

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KHALIL

SHAKIR School

Position

HT/WT

Boise State

6’0”, 193 lbs

106

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

1,117

14.5

130

6.2

1,247

12.7

CAREER STATS

208

2,878

13.8

414

5.8

279

3,292

11.8

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Before the catch, Khalil Shakir has the smooth athleticism, explosiveness, and hip sink to find separation. In zone, he has great blind spot awareness, which he uses to masterfully exploit defensive backs. At the catch, Shakir’s phenomenal, instinctive acrobatic ability is well-advertised. After the catch, he’s a slippery runner with some elusiveness in the open field.

Shakir has the burst to gear up quickly after catches and cuts. He has good twitch and suddenness as an athlete, and speed to threaten DBs. Shakir possesses good change of direction, as well as good hip sink capacity and stop-and-start ability. He’s very slippery after the catch.

There are some knocks with Shakir. While he’s a great athlete, he’s not quantifiably elite to the point that he can create solely with his athleticism. He also has room to develop as a route runner if he wants to maximize his physical traits. On top of that, his subpar length complicates his NFL projection. NFL defenders may more easily outmuscle him at the catch point, and his lacking experience against press could be a problem. Nevertheless, in a modern NFL that’s becoming more space-oriented, Shakir has some appeal as a versatile slot receiver. He has enough RAC ability to be an asset with the ball in his hands. If he can channel his burst and hip sink and refine his route-running ability, he can be a consistent separator. Shakir’s skill set is worth a Day 2 or early-Day 3 pick. At the very least, he’s a great player to have in the rotation with his RAC ability and strong hands, and he can be a solid slot receiver who doubles as a playmaker at the catch point.

Shakir has great hands and catching instincts. He can track the ball and contort his body with natural comfort and coordination in the air. He shows promise as a route runner. He has a smooth style, and can effectively stack cuts to displace DBs.

NEGATIVES Shakir’s frame is lighter, with subpar length and a small catch radius. That hurts him against larger DBs. Shakir is a great all-around athlete, but may not be quantifiably elite. Shakir sometimes rounds off his routes and doesn’t always play with maximum suddenness. He can employ greater deception at stems. Shakir is prone to focus drops, especially when threatened with immediate contact. He also has trouble fighting through contact at the stem, and he doesn’t have great releases or experience against press.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/2"

Broad Jump

10'4"

Arm Length

29"

Shuffle

4.21

Wingspan

70 3/8"

3 Cone

7.28

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

34.5"

40-yard

4.35

10-yard

7.35

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JUSTYN

ROSS School

Position

HT/WT

Clemson

6’4”, 205 lbs

115

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

514

11.2

514

11.2

CAREER STATS

158

2,379

15.1

158

2,379

15.1

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Justyn Ross announced himself on the national stage with an exceptional performance as Clemson obliterated Alabama to end the 2018 CFB season with a national title. However, subsequent injuries have cast a shadow over the Clemson WR as it pertains to his transition to the NFL. The injury history will cause concern, but there’s no denying that Ross has some enticing upside as a pass catcher.

Ross’ size, catch radius, and physicality make him a nightmare for the opposition in contested-catch situations.

The most apparent attribute in Ross’ favor as an NFL prospect is his size. At 6’4”, he can be a dangerous target on the boundary or the back of the end zone. The Clemson WR combines his size with an impressive catch radius which helps him pluck the ball out of the air with remarkable ease. Ross’ size, catch radius, and physicality make him a nightmare for the opposition in contested-catch situations. Ross’ physicality is also present in another aspect of his game. The Clemson WR is willing and able as a blocker in the ground game. Whether at the line of scrimmage or further downfield, Ross helps seal off the opposition to create run-extending holes. Although he doesn’t excel in this area to the degree of someone like Tylan Wallace in last year’s draft class, Ross is still impressive as a blocker.

Ross’ physicality is also present as a blocker in the ground game. Despite winning primarily as a vertical threat, Ross has exhibited alignment versatility. He has lined up both out wide on the boundary and field side of the formation and from the slot during his Clemson career.

NEGATIVES Ross missed the 2020 season following spinal surgery to mend a congenital fusion and a bulging disk. The Clemson WR also underwent foot surgery that ended his 2021 campaign. These are siginificant injury red flags. Injury aside, Ross doesn’t possess particularly impressive long speed. The Clemson WR also lacks explosiveness, causing issues from a separation creation standpoint.

Although not necessarily fast or explosive, Ross does demonstrate a certain suddenness in his movement. This is particularly apparent when selling route fakes and in his release at the line of scrimmage. The Clemson WR has impressive footwork in this regard. Despite winning primarily as a vertical threat, Ross has exhibited alignment versatility. He has lined up both out wide on the boundary and field side of the formation, as well as from the slot during his two playing seasons.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 5/8"

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

32 1/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

77 7/8"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

n/a

10-yard

n/a

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CALVIN

AUSTIN III School

Position

HT/WT

Memphis

5’7”, 173 lbs

164

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

1,149

15.5

1,218

16.2

CAREER STATS

156

2,541

16.3

169

21.1

164

2,710

16.5

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Even taking his size into account, the ceiling is high for a player like Calvin Austin III. He’s fast, explosive, twitchy, and very well-balanced overall. But beyond that, he’s decisive and calculated with his routes. When he’s on, he’s a separation factory, and he’s also incredibly shifty after the catch.

Austin is supremely explosive and sudden out of his stance. He’s an effortless accelerator. He’s also very shifty after the catch.

A common comparison for Austin will be Louisville WR Tutu Atwell, who was taken with the 57th overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. But Austin is a better prospect than Atwell. Austin is a more precise and detailed route runner. He’s more manipulative with his releases. He has better instincts at the catch point. And on top of that, he has the same game-breaking explosiveness and speed that made Atwell such a high pick. At the Senior Bowl, Austin used his route-running wizardry to generate constant separation against higher-level defensive backs. He also showed off that extension ability and body control that makes him more than a speed threat. While he’s smaller, he has great proportional length, which helps in that regard. Austin may be smaller and lighter like Atwell, but he’s not at all fragile. He can catch passes amid contact and maintain his focus in crowds. He may be labeled as a gadget player on account of his frame, but he has complete receiver ability hidden under the surface. Atwell was already a reach, so it shouldn’t be expected that Austin passes him on the draft board. But Austin can easily be more productive as a pro. Get him in space, and let him thrive.

Austin can cut routes at absurd angles and manipulate DBs with his sudden twitch. He prevents DBs from having any sense of security. Austin can put DBs on a string with his complex, intricate releases. He employs deception well. He’s a strong technician who uses the respect for his speed against DBs. Austin has springy vertical athleticism, and he can track the ball, contort, and snare passes.

NEGATIVES Austin doesn’t have the size to consistently fight through contact at the stem. More physical defenders can delay and muddy his breaks. He can be draped by larger defensive backs. Although Austin’s fast feet help him, length presents trouble in press. Austin is a short-strider, which means more athletic long-striders can keep pace with him. He also isn’t going to withstand direct contact with his frame very often. Austin can also be more efficient with his footwork on occasion, although he improved this in 2021.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/4"

Broad Jump

11'3"

Arm Length

30"

Shuffle

4.07

Wingspan

73"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

39"

40-yard

n/a

10-yard

8.99

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DANNY

GRAY School

Position

HT/WT

SMU

5’11”, 182 lbs

172

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

803

16.4

13.3

843

16.2

CAREER STATS

1,251

15.3

11.7

1,321

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Just four years after being deemed academically ineligible to play D1 football, SMU WR Danny Gray has emerged as an exciting wide receiver prospect in the 2022 NFL Draft after a career season that saw him land on multiple CFB watchlists. His athletic testing will be interesting. Gray ran a 10.59-second 100m in high school. He was also a Class 3A state champion in the 100m.

A genuine speed merchant, Gray breezes down the field in a straight line, giving defensive backs fits as they try to keep up with him.

The SMU WR has speed for days, and it would be a surprise if he doesn’t threaten a late 4.3-second 40-yard dash time. That speed is evident on film. He breezes down the field in a straight line, giving defensive backs fits as they try to keep up with him. While Gray’s straight-line speed poses a threat on go routes, it also translates well in other areas of his game. He is a dangerous after-the-catch threat. Once he has the ball in his hands, there’s little hope of catching him or stopping him. The SMU WR isn’t all “hit the boosters and say goodbye,” however. He can manipulate his speed to create separation. There were multiple examples of him varying his speed along his route to lull his coverage into a false sense of security before accelerating with incredible explosion. Gray is an explosive athlete with stop-start ability. Furthermore, he showcases good lower body strength and contact balance which helps his after-the-catch ability. Gray also possesses impressive attributes at the catch point. He’s a good vertical athlete who can go up and contest for the ball. He has excellent ball tracking and body control to make the most difficult catches appear simple. The SMU WR has a good catch radius and solid hands.

He can manipulate his speed to create separation. Gray can vary his speed along his route to lull his coverage into a false sense of security before accelerating with incredible explosion. Showcases good lower body strength and contact balance which helps his after-thecatch ability. Possesses excellent ball tracking and body control. Good catch radius and solid hands.

NEGATIVES He wasn’t exposed to significant snaps against top-tier cornerbacks in press. As a result, he’s not the most physical or technically refined receiver in this regard. Although he possesses a good catch radius and solid hands, Gray needs to ensure he maintains possession through contact across the middle of the field. Although he is a willing blocker, Gray isn’t the most effective in this regard. He isn’t the most physical when blocking, and there is room for technical improvement too.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 5/8"

Broad Jump

10’6”

Arm Length

31 7/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

76 7/8"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

34"

40-yard

4.33

10-yard

8.81

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REGGIE

ROBERSON JR. School

Position

HT/WT

SMU

6’1”, 197 lbs

205

PFN RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

2021 STATS

625

12.3

CAREER STATS

174

2,734

15.7

POS RANK

AVG.

3.4

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

625

12.3

179

2,751

15.4

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Just two years ago, SMU WR receiver Reggie Roberson Jr. showed the potential to be one of the most explosive pass catchers in the 2021 NFL Draft class. However, injuries in consecutive seasons have knocked his trajectory off course. Despite this, Roberson’s scouting report still showcases some exceptional talents that should translate to the NFL.

Roberson has excellent technical ability at all stages of the receiving process. He can gain separation on release with quick footwork, impressive agility, and technically refined handwork.

Roberson has excellent technical ability at all stages of the receiving process — those being release, route running, catch point, and after the catch. He can gain separation on release with quick footwork, impressive agility, and technically refined handwork. He’s a handful for defensive backs to contain right from the snap. Roberson’s footwork and agility are apparent in his route running. He makes adjustments with ease due to his lateral agility, and the deceptiveness of his footwork can shake defensive backs out of their skin. In this regard, he also displays football intelligence in that he is able to ghost into spaces in zone coverage and create big plays this way. Roberson’s intelligence is also on display with his vision as an after-the-catch threat. Roberson’s calling card as a wide receiver prospect is his speed. He creates separation with his acceleration and top-end quickness. Once he has the ball in his hands, he’s a good bet to take it to the house with elusiveness, the lateral agility to cut, and long speed. He isn’t easily taken down on contact either. As an actual catcher of the ball, Roberson showcases impressive ball tracking and also plucks the ball out of the air with excellent technique. Additionally, he has the body control to reposition himself to make a play on the ball when faced with errant throws.

Roberson’s calling card is his speed. He creates separation with his acceleration and top-end quickness. Roberson showcases impressive ball tracking and also plucks the ball out of the air with excellent technique. He has the body control to reposition himself to make a play on the ball when faced with errant throws.

NEGATIVES Could use more physicality in his game. He doesn’t bully cornerbacks at the line of scrimmage when faced with press coverage. At the catch point, he isn’t a physical threat either. On return from injury, didn’t look to be as fast or possess the same level of explosion as in previous seasons. Suffering season-ending injuries in consecutive seasons will raise red flags for the NFL. Roberson’s 2020 knee injury is perhaps more concerning given it was a noncontact injury.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/2"

Broad Jump

9’6”

Arm Length

32 5/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

78 1/4"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

9'6"

40-yard

n/a

10-yard

n/a

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MELTON School

Position

HT/WT

Rutgers

5’10”, 191 lbs

245

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

618

11.2

5.7

669

10.5

CAREER STATS

164

2,011

12.3

165

6.6

189

2,176

11.5

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Rutgers’ Bo Melton is a speedy receiver who excels in creating yardage with the ball in his hands. Rutgers has used him in multiple ways, including on jet sweeps and screens. He poses a versatile threat who can also contribute as a kick returner on special teams. He should provide stellar value as a Day 3 pick.

Melton showcases excellent speed, with a late-4.3-second 40-yard dash possible during the process.

Melton showcases excellent speed, with a late-4.3-second 40-yard dash possible when he attends the 2022 NFL Combine. Yet, Melton’s athletic ability isn’t solely predicated on long speed. The Rutgers WR can accelerate with impressive suddenness. You can routinely see him deceiving defenders with a jogging pace that explodes into a sprint that leaves them yards behind. Additionally, he possesses decent lateral agility and change-of-direction ability. He uses these tools to separate as a route runner, but he also becomes a dangerous weapon after the catch.

Malton accelerates with impressive suddenness, has good lateral agility and changeof-direction ability. He uses these tools to separate as a route runner and as a dangerous weapon after the catch. Possesses an incredibly strong lower half of his body. This allows him to fight through contact and grind out extra yardage. Makes impressive adjustments to the ball, showcasing impressive body control and ball-tracking ability.

NEGATIVES

Despite his smaller stature, he possesses an incredibly strong lower half of his body. This allows him to fight through contact and grind out extra yardage. He’s rarely stopped on first contact.

The NFL likely views Melton as a smaller wide receiver. Although he’s seen snaps outside the numbers for Rutgers, this likely limits his WR role to the slot at the next level.

The Rutgers wide receiver displays some alluring attributes at the catch point. He makes impressive adjustments to the ball, showcasing impressive body control and ball-tracking ability. Furthermore, Melton possesses excellent spatial awareness, with an array of bewildering toe-tap catches throughout his Rutgers career.

Melton needs to prove he can be a more reliable ball catcher when faced with contact, with too many instances of dropped balls in contested-catch situations. Melton has a limited package of releases. Instead, he relies on winning with speed and acceleration further down the field.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

Broad Jump

10'1"

Arm Length

31 1/4"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

76 1/2"

3 Cone

6.98

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

38"

40-yard

4.34

10-yard

8.77

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100

FRYFOGLE School

Position

HT/WT

Indiana

6’1”, 205 lbs

382

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

512

11.1

8.5

546

10.9

CAREER STATS

158

2,231

14.1

8.5

162

2,265

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

From under-recruited high school star to one of the most successful wide receivers in program history, Ty Fryfogle has made overcoming the odds a habit on his path to the 2022 NFL Draft. While he has some limitations, Fryfogle has the potential to become the first Indiana WR to be drafted to the NFL in several years.

Fryfogle has the frame of a bigger-bodied possession receiver. Somehow, he plays even bigger than his size.

At 6’1” and 205 pounds, he has the frame of a bigger-bodied possession receiver. Somehow, Fryfogle plays even bigger than his size. He has an impressive catch radius and consistently uses this to pluck the ball out of the air. Furthermore, he effectively uses his frame and physicality to box out defenders, giving him an advantage in contested-catch situations. In addition to his ball skills and physicality, the Indiana WR possesses excellent body control. Using a combination of this body control and great spatial awareness, Fryfogle can make some spectacular catches on the sideline. As you’d expect from someone who wins with physicality, Fryfogle is also active as a run blocker. He’s more than willing to get involved in this element of the game, a tick in the box for his NFL Draft stock. Furthermore, while he projects to be an outside receiver at the next level, the Indiana WR has experience playing in the slot. With versatility being an important evaluation element, that will help him find a spot on an NFL roster.

The Indiana WR boasts an impressive catch radius and consistently uses this to pluck the ball out of the air. Furthermore, he effectively uses his frame and physicality to box out defenders, giving him an advantage in contested catch situations. Using a combination of this body control and great spatial awareness, Fryfogle can make some spectacular catches on the sideline. Fryfogle is also active as a run blocker.

NEGATIVES Fryfogle lacks long speed. He’s a one-speed runner who doesn’t have the top gear needed to breeze past even the average-speed cornerbacks. There isn’t an explosive element to his game. Lacks burst out of his route to create separation. Doesn’t possess a speed release. The Indiana WR poses very little threat in terms of yards after the catch. Therefore, his role will be strictly limited to that of a possession receiver.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 3/4"

Broad Jump

10'7"

Arm Length

30 3/4"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

74 5/8"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

39"

40-yard

4.53

10-yard

9.13

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TIGHT END

TIGHT END PFN CONSENSUS BIG BOARD RANKINGS NAME

SCHOOL

POS RANK

OVERALL RANK

Jalen Wydermyer

Texas A&M

Isaiah Likely

Coastal Carolina

Trey McBride

Colorado State

Jeremy Ruckert

Ohio State

Jake Ferguson

Wisconsin

104

Cole Turner

Nevada

110

Cade Otton

Washington

134

Greg Dulcich

UCLA

153

Trae Barry

Boston College

171

Charlie Kolar

Iowa State

181

Grant Calcaterra

SMU

223

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JALEN

WYDERMYER School

Position

HT/WT

Texas A&M

6’5”, 255 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

515

12.9

515

12.9

CAREER STATS

118

1,468

12.4

118

1,468

12.4

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Texas A&M TE Jalen Wydermyer is one of the most physically well-put-together prospects in the 2022 NFL Draft. Standing at 6’5” and 255 pounds, he is an imposing physical specimen. His size is a valuable asset in multiple ways on the football field, as we’ll detail in this scouting report.

Wydermyer is a dangerous threat at all three levels of the field and can make tough catches in traffic over the middle using his thick frame. Furthermore, he is an obvious red-zone weapon.

His size gives him a natural advantage as a receiver. Wydermyer is a dangerous threat at all three levels of the field and can make tough catches in traffic over the middle using his thick frame. Furthermore, he is an obvious red-zone threat. The Texas A&M TE can pluck the ball from over the head of defensive backs in the end zone. Although his height helps in this regard, he also has excellent length, giving him an impressive catch radius. Wydermyer demonstrates strong, reliable hands, enhancing his ability as a pass catcher. Wydermyer’s size and physical profile assist him in a valuable element of tight end play. The Aggie is willing and able as a blocker. Although he wasn’t required to get involved with the dirty work at the high school level, he’s seen a large percentage of blocking snaps during his three years in College Station. He has experience in pass protection and run blocking, with the latter also showcasing two other areas where he excels. Wydermyer exhibits stellar football intelligence while run blocking. He is always looking for work, identifying targets, and working out to the second level to take on linebackers. He does so while displaying tremendous speed for his size. This athleticism is also apparent as a field-stretching vertical threat. Moreover, Wydermyer’s athleticism allows him to display superb route-running skills.

Wydermyer demonstrates strong, reliable hands with an excellent catch radius. He displays impressive speed for his size, allowing him to be a field-stretching vertical threat. He’s willing and able as a blocker, with a high percentage of snaps in that role.

NEGATIVES The Texas A&M TE needs to demonstrate that he can consistently use angles to seal off running lanes downfield. There are also improvements he can make with hand usage when blocking. Although he is physically imposing, Wydermyer would benefit from adding a little upper body strength. This would further aid his improvement as a blocker and in contested-catch situations.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/4"

Broad Jump

Arm Length

33 5/8"

Shuffle

4.9

Wingspan

79 1/2"

3 Cone

7.84

Bench Press

Vert Leap

30"

40-yard

5.13

RAS

6.92

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104

ISAIAH

LIKELY School

Position

HT/WT

Coastal Carolina

6’4”, 241 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

912

15.5

3.3

922

14.9

CAREER STATS

133

2,050

15.4

3.3

136

2,060

15.1

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Isaiah Likely earned second-team All-American and first-team All-Sun Belt honors from Pro Football Network after setting career-high numbers in his final season for Coastal Carolina. As a finalist for the Mackey Award and a Senior Bowl appearance, he has been able to assert himself as one of the top tight ends in this 2022 NFL Draft class.

Likely has impressive athleticism for his size. He’s deceptively fast and has demonstrated the ability to get open as a vertical threat.

He’s deceptively fast and has demonstrated the ability to get open as a vertical threat. Likely has quick feet and a change-of-direction ability that he uses to make guys miss in the open field. As a result, he has been able to consistently add value after the catch for the Chanticleers. In addition to his athletic ability to make defenders miss, Likely possesses decent physicality to shake off tackles and withstand contact. Thus, he isn’t easy to bring down. Furthermore, his physicality shows up in contested-catch situations where he can outmuscle his man to come down with the ball. Another element of Likely’s contested-catch prowess is his hand strength. When the ball is catchable, the Coastal Carolina tight end is coming down with it. He routinely showcases the ability to extend and pluck the ball out of the sky. Likely is also able to secure the ball into his body when targeted over the middle of the field. He’s shown development as a blocker this season. The Chanticleers use him as a lead blocker when in motion, and he’s shown the ability to block in space as a receiver. He’s also shown improvement in pass protection, although he’s more willing than technically astute in this regard. Coastal’s offensive system ensures that Likely is as versatile as they come. Think of a conceivable alignment for the position, and the Coastal Carolina tight end has been used there. He can play out of the slot or line up outside of the numbers as a pure receiver, and he’s been used in motion from the H-back position.

Likely has quick feet and a change-of-direction ability that he uses to make guys miss in the open field, adding after-the-catch value. Likely possesses decent physicality to shake off tackles and withstand contact. He also offers physicality at the catch point, with strong hands and the ability to pluck the ball out of the sky. This season, he’s shown development as a blocker.

NEGATIVES As a pass protector, Likely doesn’t possess the strength to regularly win against more powerful defensive ends and linebackers. The Coastal Carolina tight end is willing to block, but he takes a hit-and-hope approach rather than a technical one in protection. Likely has showcased a twitchy athletic ability to his game but needs to ensure he consistently applies this to his route running. He can be prone to round off his routes.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10"

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

31 7/8"

Shuffle

4.57

Wingspan

78 1/8"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

36"

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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105

TREY

MCBRIDE School

Position

HT/WT

Colorado State

6’3”, 249 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

1,121

12.5

1,121

12.5

CAREER STATS

164

2,100

12.8

1.5

166

2,103

12.7

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

In a fiercely competitive tight end class, Trey McBride has the potential to be the best of the bunch. A productive pass catcher who punishes his opponents as a blocker, he was honored as the best tight end in the nation following an incredible senior season. Production doesn’t always translate to the NFL, but McBride showcases a sensational skill set that will leave scouts salivating.

McBride acts as a three-level threat with above-average speed as a seam threat and decent route-running ability. In the middle of the field, his physicality and impressive hand strength make him a reliable target.

McBride’s NFL-ready frame enables him to play the game with the incredible physicality that is the hallmark of McBride’s game. While his receiving capability receives a lot of attention, his physicality is actually best demonstrated as a blocker. McBride plays this role with a nasty and physical demeanor. While some tight ends accept contact, he instigates and embraces it. He seems to love nothing more than going into battle in the trenches. However, he isn’t just physically capable as a blocker. McBride is technically astute as well. He plays the role with low pad level, incredible grip strength, and impressive leg drive. He also showcases active hands and feet, enabling him to mirror his opponent. He’s routinely able to lock out his opponent. He’s also adept at carrying out blocking assignments at the second and third levels. As a receiver, McBride poses an after-the-catch threat. While he possesses the balltracking ability and catch-point combativeness to be impactful, it’s his ability to create yardage after the catch that is truly impressive. He acts like a bulldozer with the ball in his hands. McBride routinely lowers his shoulder to instigate contact, and his thickness of frame allows him to absorb tackles. The Rams star can act as a three-level threat with above-average speed as a seam threat and decent route-running ability. In the middle of the field, his physicality and impressive hand strength make him a reliable target. He is adept at plucking the ball out of the sky in stride in these situations.

While he possesses the ball-tracking ability and catch-point combativeness to be impactful, he adds value after the catch too. McBride is a physical and technically astute blocker. He plays the role with low pad level, incredible grip strength, and impressive leg drive.

NEGATIVES McBride doesn’t routinely run crisp routes, rounding off rather than moving with suddenness or twitchiness. A good rather than elite athlete, McBride doesn’t possess elite change-of-direction ability. As a blocker, there are some minor technical improvements he could make. For example, he’s prone to being manipulated with a push-pull move.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/8"

Broad Jump

9'9"

Arm Length

32 1/2"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

78 5/8"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

Vert Leap

33"

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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COLORADO STATE TE TREY MCBRIDE PRE-DRAFT INTERVIEW ON HIS 2021 SUCCESS

Colorado State tight end Trey McBride walks through his decision to return to college football in 2021 and what his final season in Fort Collins meant to him. McBride could be the first tight end off the board in the 2022 NFL Draft

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107

JEREMY

RUCKERT School

Position

HT/WT

Ohio State

6’5”, 250 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

309

11.9

309

11.9

CAREER STATS

615

11.4

615

11.4

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Ohio State doesn’t have a reputation for producing NFL-caliber tight end talent. Thankfully for Jeremy Ruckert, he’s used to overcoming the odds to make a name for himself. Ruckert can continue to exceed expectations and smash preconceptions in the NFL Draft.

Ruckert is a bona fide threat in the passing game. The Ohio State TE catches everything. He combines excellent catch radius with strong hands and excellent catching technique.

Ruckert is a bona fide threat in the passing game. Although we’re dealing with a limited sample size -- his 54 career receptions are fewer than some TEs have this season alone -- the Buckeye has excellent film in this regard. During the games studied, there were zero examples of drops. Ruckert catches everything. Ruckert combines excellent catch radius with strong hands and excellent catching technique. He’s a dangerous touchdown threat, evidenced by over a quarter of his receptions resulting in a house call. The Ohio State tight end has enough routerunning savvy to be dangerous down the seam, ghost into space in the intermediate area, and break fluidly on shallow crossing routes. Ruckert has some deceptive athleticism for his size. There is an explosive nature to his game. Ruckert also has a little wiggle to his movement, which helps him sell route fakes when vertically stretching the field. Furthermore, there are some examples of him creating separation with sharp cuts and a good change-of-direction ability. As a blocker, Ruckert is entertaining as hell. He puts everything he’s got into every blocking rep, whether that’s as an inline tight end, a lead blocker, or blocking downfield to extend running plays. There are plenty of examples of him throwing a guy out of the club or putting him in the dirt. Additionally, Ruckert displays football intelligence to pick up uncovered players.

A dangerous touchdown threat, nearly a quarter of his career receptions resulted in a house call. A deceptive athlete, Ruckert has been able to create separation with sharp cuts and change-of-direction ability. Ruckert puts everything he’s got into every blocking rep, whether that’s as an inline tight end, a lead blocker, or blocking downfield.

NEGATIVES Ruckert’s limited sample size as a pass catcher could be held against him. However, he almost doubled his career receptions this last season. He will also need to demonstrate a more complete route tree. As a blocker, he’s a work in progress from a hand timing and placement perspective. There are too many examples of the Ohio State tight end flying past his man, barely getting a hand on him as he mistimes contact.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/8"

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

32 3/4"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

79 1/8"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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108

JAKE

FERGUSON School

Position

HT/WT

Wisconsin

6’4”, 244 lbs

104

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

450

9.8

450

9.8

CAREER STATS

145

1,618

11.2

145

1,618 11.2

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

With his size and straight-line explosiveness, Jake Ferguson has a strong physical foundation as a tight end. He’s a good athlete (4.73 40-yard dash and near-35-inch vertical in high school), and his ability to gain speed quickly certainly shows up on film. That ability, combined with his size, makes him a definite threat as a seam-buster at the NFL level. Moreover, he can be a formidable red-zone threat with his body control and toughness in contested situations.

Ferguson has great burst off the line. His long strides help him gain speed. He can accelerate quickly in the open field and stretch seams. He also has enough long speed to challenge LBs in intermediate and deep zones, along with good lateral finesse. Ferguson is a great run-after-catch threat with his burst, and he grinds out extra yards amidst contact.

In 2021, Ferguson showed off added ability as a dynamic run-after-catch threat. His explosiveness allows him to get into space, where he has the speed to stretch the field. He also brings some lateral agility, and has the toughness and contact balance to barrel forward for tough yards. Wisconsin gave him plenty of RAC opportunities, and he made the most of them. Ferguson isn’t a very consistent blocker, and he’s not a well-developed route runner. Aside from in-breaking routes, his route tree’s variance is minimal. He did improve slightly here in 2021, but there’s still room to further refine his game. Nevertheless, Ferguson has the athleticism, instincts at the catch point, and run-aftercatch ability to be a solid starting tight end at the next level. He’s more natural in-line, so he’ll want to keep improving his blocking at the next level. But Ferguson did what he needed to do in 2021. He developed, and showed off starting potential. That, combined with his strong Senior Bowl showing, could earn him Day 2 draft capital.

Ferguson has stellar body control in midair and proactively seeks out the ball with his hands. He can rise vertically and high-point passes in stride. Contact doesn’t faze him.

NEGATIVES Ferguson is a fairly inconsistent blocker. He doesn’t always have the necessary strength to sustain blocks, and he takes faulty angles at times. Ferguson plays with a high pad level and can sink his hips more often. His route running isn’t exceptionally sharp or detailed. He can run slants well but has room to expand. Many of his assignments involve simple flat routes or advances into the seam. While his hands are good, focus drops still show up, and Ferguson can continue to minimize those.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/2"

Broad Jump

9'10"

Arm Length

32 5/8"

Shuffle

4.48

Wingspan

77 1/4"

3 Cone

7.03

Bench Press

Vert Leap

31.5"

40-yard

4.77

RAS

5.81

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109

COLE

TURNER School

Position

HT/WT

Nevada

6’6”, 246 lbs

110

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

677

10.9

677

10.9

CAREER STATS

117

1,370

11.7

117

1,370 11.7

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Cole Turner has an intriguing combination of size and athleticism — enough where he can be a versatile piece in a modern NFL offense. He has the athleticism to get out into space, along with the size, length, and catching instincts to convert on opportunities and provide utility as a contested-catch threat.

Turner has the athleticism to line up all across the field. He’s a long-strider with some burst up the seam. He also has some vertical-leaping ability. He can elevate and contort in midair.

There’s a definite role for Turner’s style in the NFL. But his ceiling might not be quite as high as other tight ends. Turner’s more of a vertical route runner. He can run seam routes, wheels, and drag routes, and has experience with hitches. But Turner’s not as proficient with more detailed routes, and he can’t create space for himself consistently. He also doesn’t project well as a blocker with his lighter frame and upright style. Nevertheless, while Turner can’t create space, he does create opportunities at the catch point with his vertical athleticism, body control, and wingspan. He also has the athleticism to be a decent run-after-catch threat on drags up the middle of the field. His hands can be more consistent, but he has the necessary size, length, and body control. Turner fits best as a move tight end in a scheme that grants him artificial separation with spacing and overlapping route concepts. In such a scheme, he can be a versatile catcher with great utility up the seam, down the sideline, and in the red zone. Day 2 may be too rich for Turner, but he’s a great addition early on Day 3.

Turner’s wide catch radius allows him to corral otherwise inaccurate passes. He’s mainly a vertical athlete, but he has shown the necessary lateral spryness to set up defensive backs with his releases and capitalize quickly. Turner’s instincts at the catch point make him a great red-zone threat. He seeks the ball out with his hands.

NEGATIVES Turner isn’t an elite separator and rounds off his breaks a lot. He’s not an overly sudden or detailed route runner. He can be lackadaisical, and rounds his breaks. Turner’s doesn’t have great short-area burst, and he doesn’t explode out of breaks. He doesn’t have high-level hip sink, and he’s more of an upright, vertical tight end. He can’t always break at sharp angles. Turner’s feet aren’t fast or precise but more lumbering. There are enough focus drops for it to be a concern. Turner also lacks great blocking ability.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 7/8"

Broad Jump

10'0"

Arm Length

33"

Shuffle

4.41

Wingspan

78 1/4"

3 Cone

7.06

Bench Press

Vert Leap

27"

40-yard

4.76

RAS

6.81

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110

CADE

OTTON School

Position

HT/WT

Washington

6’5”, 250 lbs

134

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

250

8.9

250

8.9

CAREER STATS

1,026

11.3

1,026

11.3

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Cade Otton could still stand to improve his play strength ahead of the 2022 NFL Draft. However, as it stands, he’s already an underrated tight end prospect with a scouting report that boasts plenty of positives. Otton is an above-average athlete with exceptional awareness and urgency, and he’s also an impressive route runner given his experience level. He can still improve, but he has the tools to get open all across the field, and he can also convert in contested situations.

Otton possesses good short-area burst for his size, and he has the natural quickness necessary to make sharp direction changes with relative ease.

Otton’s hands can be a bit more consistent, as there were a few more focus drops on his 2021 tape. He didn’t quite take the desired leap in his final season, but that’s not all on him. Washington’s offense underperformed as a whole, and Otton suffered partly as a result. Thus, he may be a bit undervalued heading into the draft.

Otton’s hands are reliable. He guides the ball in and secures it with authority. His hands are fairly strong in 50-50 territory. On top of that, Otton is a willing, combative blocker.

Otton is a bit light physically, but he still does enough as a blocker on tape to warrant confidence. He has the attitude and athleticism to be serviceable in that phase. And as a receiver, Otton boasts many of the necessary traits to be a decent starter or strong rotational tight end at the NFL level. He may be relegated to Day 3 after an unspectacular final season, but he’s a good enough athlete and a willing blocker, with strong nuance as a route runner.

Otton is a smooth, natural mover who combines motions easily, sinking his hips in and out of route breaks. He’s a nuanced route runner and is one of the better separators in this TE class.

NEGATIVES Otton doesn’t offer a ton of power as a blocker. His balance is inconsistent, due to lacking relative frame density. As a receiver, Otton can make his footwork more consistently sudden and abrupt. Otton can stand to refine his route tree a bit more, even if it’s already relatively solid. While Otton is a decent athlete, he doesn’t have elite long speed or sheer explosiveness. He isn’t a very dynamic run-after-catch threat, and his vertical athleticism doesn’t pop either.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/2"

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

32 3/4"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

79 1/2"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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111

GREG

DULCICH School

Position

HT/WT

UCLA

6’4”, 248 lbs

153

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

725

17.3

725

17.3

CAREER STATS

1,353

17.6

1,353 17.6

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Greg Dulcich shows promise, and he has at least an above-average floor both as a receiver and a blocker. He can separate on quicker routes, and he has enough athleticism to work up the seam and find space downfield. From there, he’s big enough to use his superior reach against safeties.

Dulcich has solid size, can use his wingspan to snare high passes, and is able to box opponents out for catches.

That said, while Dulcich brings plenty of utility, he may not have an elite trait. While he has decent explosiveness, he’s not elite with his acceleration. He has decent speed in space, but he can be run down by defensive backs. While he has great length and coordination, he can still be more consistent with his hands. And his route running can still be developed. More simply put, Dulcich isn’t an elite separator or creator, and he doesn’t have the elite consistency in contested situations to compensate. He also has some flaws as a blocker. His ceiling is at least reasonably high, however, as he passes the necessary threshold in several athletic categories. Moreover, he knows how to use his aboveaverage athleticism to find space at multiple levels of the field. A strong Senior Bowl showing helped Dulcich. He caught most of what came his way, showing strong hands and easy athleticism in space. He can be a starting tight end who specializes as a seam threat. He may not be a dominant player, but on late Day 2 or early Day 3, he could give you a lot of bang for your buck.

Dulcich accelerates well out of breaks and can stretch the seam. He’s a long-strider with decent RAC ability. He can levy lateral cuts and disrupt tackling angles. He also has solid hip sink as a route runner, and he can stem routes with his feet, as well as use his physicality. Dulcich has good zone awareness as well. He can sneak into the open field and exploit blind spots, as well as sit in open zones.

NEGATIVES Dulcich runs a lot of vertical and underneath routes, and he rotates more into his breaks than uses quick cuts. He rounds off his breaks a lot and can be more sudden. He doesn’t quite have the explosiveness to compensate for a lack of technical sharpness. Dulcich is occasionally prone to focus drops over the middle. His hands can be stronger. Dulcich also isn’t great at elevating or contorting for throws. He lacks highend flexibility. As a blocker, Dulcich can be stiff when he has to adjust, and he lacks elite strength.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 7/8"

Broad Jump

10'2"

Arm Length

33 3/8"

Shuffle

4.37

Wingspan

80 3/4"

3 Cone

7.05

Bench Press

Vert Leap

34"

40-yard

4.61

RAS

7.6

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112

TRAE

BARRY School

Position

HT/WT

Boston College

6’6”, 242 lbs

171

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

362

17.2

362

17.2

CAREER STATS

121

1,972

16.3

121

1,972 16.3

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

A former FCS standout, Trae Barry transferred to a blossoming Power Five program in Boston College to elevate his NFL Draft stock. This year, despite battling some injury issues, he’s proven that he belonged at the FBS level and that he has the ability to compete in this impressive tight end group in the 2022 NFL Draft.

At 6’6”, Barry is a true matchup nightmare as a receiver.

At 6’6”, he’s a different beast from his receiver contemporaries at the line of scrimmage.

Barry has an exemplary skill set as a pass catcher. The Boston College tight end can track the ball in the air, adjust his body with exceptional control, and pluck the ball out of the air with reliable hands.

It’s no good being tall if you can’t use your size advantage due to skill or athletic limitations. Thankfully for Barry, he’s already shown that he’s an impressive athlete for his size. He moves much quicker than you’d expect and certainly exceeds the expectations created by his high school testing metrics. Barry moves well in the open field and has demonstrated the ability to create separation with route running. At the FCS level, he was practically unstoppable down the seam. The hurdle on his touchdown run against Colgate is further evidence of his deceptive athleticism. Barry has an exemplary skill set as a pass catcher. The Boston College tight end can track the ball in the air, adjust his body with exceptional control, and pluck the ball out of the air with reliable hands. He exhibits excellent concentration, with very few examples of drops on his tape.

Barry is an impressive athlete for his size. He moves much quicker than you’d expect, and he’s showcased other athletic qualities like a hurdle move.

As a blocker, Barry demonstrates an understanding of using angles to create running lanes.

NEGATIVES His speed is a slow build as he rumbles down the field, and he won’t defeat press coverage with speed releases. As a result, he might be considered limited to a seamthreat role in the NFL. Barry is lean for his size, which could prove an issue as a blocker at the NFL level. As an extension of this, Barry needs to showcase consistent physicality and technical refinement as a blocker.

As a blocker, Barry demonstrates an understanding of using angles to create running lanes. He can square off opponents and corral them away from the ball carrier.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/4"

Broad Jump

9'2"

Arm Length

33 1/4"

Shuffle

4.41

Wingspan

85 1/2”

3 Cone

7.33

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

n/a

RAS

9.81

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113

CHARLIE

KOLAR School

Position

HT/WT

Iowa State

6’6”, 256 lbs

181

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

756

12.2

756

12.2

CAREER STATS

168

2,181

168

2,181 13

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Charlie Kolar has great size and contested-catch ability. With his sheer size and wingspan, he can box out smaller defenders and convert at the catch point. He has the body control and ball-tracking ability to supplement that size. Additionally, Kolar is an able blocker with the length to translate. That’s enough for him to earn a spot as a rotational red-zone threat.

Kolar has overwhelming size and elite length for the position. Kolar can use his massive catch radius to extend for high and inaccurate passes. Moreover, his larger frame allows him to box out defenders.

Unfortunately, Kolar appears to be an average athlete at best, without much dynamic explosiveness or agility. He’s not a natural separator or an elusive player after the catch. Those mobility concerns stood out at the Senior Bowl. Additionally, his lacking burst and power may exacerbate his inconsistencies as a blocker at the next level. He’s very upright and struggles to sustain blocks. At the very least, Kolar can hang his hat on his contested-catch prowess. He’s also a high-character player with experience. Those traits alone may render him draftable for many teams. Talent-wise, Kolar has limited upside, but he can carve out a steady role as a red-zone and seam threat with his size and ability as a contested threat. He may max out as a rotational tight end, however.

Although he’s not an elite athlete, Kolar’s size affords him long strides, which can cover decent amounts of ground in space. Kolar has good concentration and coordination in contested situations, and he also has strong hands. He has the awareness to sit in open zones and can haul in passes amidst contact.

NEGATIVES Kolar’s burst is pedestrian. He’s stiff and upright changing directions and doesn’t gather himself well. He sometimes has to come to a full stop before stemming routes, and he rarely stretches the field. Kolar can’t keep speed through his breaks. He’s a below-average separator and a lumbering mover in open space. Kolar can be prone to focus drops — especially when he has to extend for passes. He’s not much of a run-after-catch threat and lacks agility. As a blocker, he lacks great balance and struggles to sustain blocks.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10"

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

34 1/2"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

81 1/8"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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114

GRANT

CALCATERRA School

Position

HT/WT

SMU

6’3”, 248 lbs

223

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES

REC.

YARDS

AVG.

RUSH.

YARDS

AVG.

SCRIMMAGE

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

465

12.2

465

12.2

CAREER STATS

1,102

13.9

1,102 13.9

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Grant Calcaterra entering the 2022 NFL Draft is something of a miracle in itself. The former Oklahoma turned SMU tight end medically retired in 2019, but less than three years later, he has a place in the NFL within his grasp.

An excellent route runner with the ability to sell double moves with head fakes. Uses his hand technique and above-average athleticism to create separation. Breaks off routes relatively well for his size.

While he has some blocking ability, Calcaterra’s biggest asset is as a pass catcher. He’s an excellent route runner with the ability to sell double moves with head fakes. In addition, he uses his hand technique and above-average athleticism to create separation. He breaks off his routes relatively well for his size. He also showcases intelligence to sneak into soft spots in coverage.

He’s able to buy extra yards with good change of direction and lateral agility, contact balance, and decent speed for his size.

Calcaterra continues his impressiveness at the catch point. He plucks the ball out of the sky and cajoles it to the safety of his chest rather than relying on body catches. The SMU tight end showcases excellent ball tracking and body control. He also demonstrates spatial awareness in the back of the end zone or along the sideline. As a result of his strong hands, he is a safe target in the middle of the field.

NEGATIVES

While Calcaterra won’t ever be deemed as an electric after-the-catch threat, he does have some ability here. He’s able to buy extra yards with good change of direction and lateral agility. Additionally, there were multiple examples of him maintaining balance after contact. As an athlete, he has decent speed for his size too.

Willing blocker who possesses some technical ability in terms of taking correct angles in the run game.

Aa run blocker, Calcaterra routinely fails to make clean contact in the open field. In pass protection, he lacks the strength to make blocks and fails to anchor. He isn’t always physical at the catch point in contested situations. You would like to see someone with his size and frame be more of a bully, particularly in red-zone situations. Calcaterra’s multiple concussions that forced his medical retirement from football will be a big red flag for NFL teams.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10"

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

33 1/4"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

79 7/8"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

4.63

RAS

7.94

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OFFENSIVE TACKLE

OFFENSIVE TACKLE PFN CONSENSUS BIG BOARD RANKINGS NAME

SCHOOL

POS RANK

OVERALL RANK

Evan Neal

Alabama

Charles Cross

Mississippi State

Ikem Ekwonu

North Carolina State

Trevor Penning

Northern Iowa

Nicholas Petit-Frere

Ohio State

Abraham Lucas

Washington State

Darian Kinnard

Kentucky

Bernhard Raimann

Central Michigan

Daniel Faalele

Minnesota

Sean Rhyan

UCLA

Dare Rosenthal

Kentucky

Tyler Smith

Tulsa

Rasheed Walker

Penn State

116

Jamaree Salyer

Georgia

120

Matt Waletzko

North Dakota

138

Braxton Jones

Southern Utah

144

Obinna Eze

TCU

222

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117

EVAN

NEAL School

Position

HT/WT

Alabama

6’7”, 350 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES STARTED

GAMES PLAYED

HIGH SCHOOL

HOMETOWN

2021 STATS

IMG Academy

Okeechobee, FL

CAREER STATS

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

In each of the last three years, Alabama has had an offensive tackle selected in the first round of the NFL Draft. In football, as in all of life, good things often come to an end. Not this year, however. In the gargantuan Evan Neal, the Crimson Tide have produced an offensive lineman who has the possibility of being not only the first offensive tackle selected, but the first overall selection of the 2022 NFL Draft.

At 6’7” and 350 pounds, Neal is a roadblock in every sense of the word. When coupled with impressive arm length, it’s almost unfair for opposing pass rushers who have to try and find a way around him. Where some “big men” struggle to play with low pad level, Neal is extremely flexible and is regularly able to win the leverage battle as the low man in the trenches. With a man of Neal’s size, you would question his mobility and athleticism. Yet, there are no concerns there. Neal moves incredibly well for his size and demonstrates impressive play speed. This has been evident both as a guard in 2019 and as an offensive tackle in 2020. He can get out to the next level to take on linebackers and showcases tremendous explosion out of his stance. Neal also has the athletic ability to move his man around the outside track and the footwork to mirror and adjust to counters.

Neal moves incredibly well for his size and demonstrates impressive play speed. He can get out to the next level to take on linebackers and showcases tremendous explosion out of his stance. A genuine people mover, whether by utilizing his powerful punch or driving them downfield with his imposing lower body.

NEGATIVES Neal is partial to lunging at opposing defenders. This causes him to throw his weight over his toes, unbalancing him and making him susceptible to pull moves. In addition to the weight distribution, his hand placement, particularly as a run blocker, contributes to this issue. Neal needs to ensure he consistently lands his hands inside of his opponents frame.

So Neal ticks the boxes for size and play speed. How about strength? The Alabama OT has plenty of it. He’s a genuine people mover, whether by utilizing his powerful punch or driving them downfield with his imposing lower body. Neal is rarely overpowered in pass protection and helps carve open running lanes. In addition to his play strength, Neal plays the game with a competitive toughness.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/8"

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

34"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

83"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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118

CHARLES

CROSS School

Position

HT/WT

Mississippi State

6’5”, 310 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES STARTED

GAMES PLAYED

HIGH SCHOOL

HOMETOWN

2021 STATS

Laurel High School

Laurel, MS

CAREER STATS

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

In two seasons at left tackle for Mississippi State, Charles Cross has emerged as one of the best offensive tackles in the 2022 NFL Draft class. An elite athlete, Cross also plays the game with the nasty demeanor that is requisite for success at the NFL level.

Cross is a violent and physical tackle who exudes competitive toughness, both as a pass protector and in his limited experience as a run blocker.

Cross already has the tools to be a first-round selection in the 2022 NFL Draft. At 6’5”, he meets the requisite size of an NFL tackle. Despite having bulked up from 270 pounds two years ago to a listed 310 pounds, Cross is a very lean offensive tackle. Nevertheless, being lean doesn’t stop Cross from being a violent and physical tackle who exudes competitive toughness. Finishing a play doesn’t always mean putting your man in the dirt, but it appears that the Mississippi State OT did not get that memo. Cross looks to punish his opponent every play, whether in pass protection or as a mauler in the ground game. He possesses a potent punch, while having the length to extend and manipulate his opposition. Despite his lean frame, he’s powerful and displays a decent anchor in pass protection. Alongside his physicality and violence, Cross brings elite athleticism to the position. He’s explosive out of his stance, has exceptional footwork to mirror his opponent, and although not often required in the Bulldogs’ offense, he can rapidly get out to the second level.

Cross brings elite athleticism to the position. He’s explosive out of his stance and has exceptional footwork to mirror his opponent. His change of direction is excellent, allowing him to recover swiftly when put in a predicament by pass rushers. Cross does a brilliant job of diagnosing plays, passing off, and picking up players on twists and stunts.

NEGATIVES Cross has his most significant issues when facing speed rushers, and he can give up the inside when edge players stutter and counter. He can be guilty of allowing his feet to cross over while trying to recover against speed rushers. Cross must ensure consistency with hand placement. Limited experience as a run blocker.

In addition, his change of direction is excellent, allowing him to recover swiftly when put in a predicament by pass rushers. Cross demonstrates excellent football intelligence. He appears to be in constant communication with the left guard, pointing out dangerous men lurking on the other side of the trench. The Mississippi State OT does a brilliant job of diagnosing plays, passing off, and picking up players on twists and stunts.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 3/4"

Broad Jump

9'4"

Arm Length

34 1/2"

Shuffle

4.61

Wingspan

81"

3 Cone

7.88

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

26"

40-yard

4.95

RAS

8.27

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119

IKEM

EKWONU School

Position

HT/WT

North Carolina State

6’4”, 320 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES STARTED

GAMES PLAYED

HIGH SCHOOL

HOMETOWN

2021 STATS

Providence Day

Charlotte, NC

CAREER STATS

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

His name translates as “my effort will not go in vain,” and he’s been described as “the most feared lineman in the ACC.” Don’t be fooled by his smiling, bespectacled, off-field demeanor — Ikem Ekwonu is a violent game-changer who is one of the best offensive linemen in the 2022 NFL Draft class.

The epitome of competitive toughness, Ekwonu looks to finish every play devastatingly, and more often than not, he is successful with dramatic consequences.

One of the critical components of player evaluation is ascertaining competitive toughness, and Ekwonu has enough to fuel three players. He looks to finish every play devastatingly, and more often than not, he is successful with dramatic consequences. Miami Hurricanes safety Bubba Bolden is probably still having nightmares about their collision last season. Ekwonu is a good old-fashioned mauler who showcases eilite ability on the interior of the offensive line. His high school wrestling experience is apparent in how he goes into combat as a run blocker. Furthermore, run blocking allows him to demonstrate impressive athletic tendencies. He can get out to the second level and routinely forces the issue downfield with unerring regularity. In addition to the violence he brings in the ground game, Ekwonu demonstrates a vicious and powerful punch in pass protection. Having transitioned to left tackle fulltime this season, Ekwonu has made big strides in this area. He explodes into his pass sets. The athletic ability showcased as a run blocker is demonstrated with Ekwonu’s ability to quickly mirror his opponent in pass protection, while he possesses the ability to walk the defender around the outside track.

A good old-fashioned mauler, Ekwonu’s high school wrestling experience is apparent in how he goes into combat as a run blocker. This has allowed him to excel as a guard. In addition to the violence he brings in the ground game, Ekwonu demonstrates a vicious and powerful punch in pass protection. Impressive athlete who gets out to the second level quickly and smoothly.

NEGATIVES Despite having a powerful punch and extremely violent hands, he needs to be more consistent with his hand placement. Ekwonu also needs also to show consistency with the timing of his punch. There were examples where he was too late getting his hands on his opponent. Ekwonu also displayed examples of carrying his weight over his toes in pass protection. Thus, he can be guilty of lunging at his opponent.

Prospect Measurements

Both images by: Photographer Gregg Forwerck or Jed Gammon, NC State Athletics

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Hand Size

10 1/4"

Broad Jump

Arm Length

34"

Shuffle

4.73

Wingspan

84 1/4"

3 Cone

7.82

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

29"

40-yard

4.93

RAS

8.22

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120

TREVOR

PENNING School

Position

HT/WT

Northern Iowa

6’6”, 330 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES STARTED

GAMES PLAYED

HIGH SCHOOL

HOMETOWN

2021 STATS

Clear Lake, IA

CAREER STATS

Newman Catholic High School

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

It’s easy to be sold on Trevor Penning with his overwhelming strength and aggression. He’s a nightmare on the field for smaller edge rushers, as he can lock down players with his grip strength and torque. He’s also fairly explosive off the line, and he can at least move at the second level with his bounding strides.

Penning has a dominant frame and wingspan, and he’s an all-out mauler. He brings constant aggression from snap to snap and seeks to nullify his opponents. Penning finishes reps with voracity, but he also has the amped-up power and upper body torque to control opponents.

Penning has a potentially dominant physical skill set and a hyper-aggressive mindset. However, he is rougher around the edges than his current standing would indicate. His mauler mentality at the Senior Bowl overshadowed some of his concerns. Among them, Penning plays with his pad level too high a lot, and he can let rushers get under him and pinch the corner. He also tends to open his torso too much. Going further, he’s a bit stiff laterally, can be late to flip his hips, and doesn’t always reset his base before his punches. And on the move, he struggles to sustain blocks.

Penning brings overall athleticism. He gets off the line well and can move in space with long strides. He’s shown he can flip his hips to adjust his alignment, and he can suffocate rushes with his grip strength. He flashes violent, calculated hand usage as well.

Penning is mean, and that’s a great quality to have in a physical sport. But if he’s going to be mean in the NFL, he has to work on tightening his technique, because NFL defenders will be able to exploit his technical flaws. And they’ll put a target on his back if he keeps dealing cheap shots after the whistle. His high pad level, waist-bending, lack of synergy, and open torso all make him vulnerable against more refined defenders. The high-level combination of athleticism and raw strength is worth banking on with Penning, and it’s hard to teach the mean streak he has. But there are things to fix before he reaches his ceiling as a high-end starter.

NEGATIVES Penning’s over-aggressiveness can hurt him at times. He can be reckless and imprecise, and he gets grabby when he loses a step on players. He plays too high at times and can be lopsided and prone to lurches. His feet aren’t always in constant motion, and he needs better upper-lower synergy. Penning often relies on his raw strength to overpower defenders. He doesn’t always time his extensions properly with his base and can lose balance. He can be stiff laterally, and he struggles to sustain second-level blocks.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/8"

Broad Jump

9'3"

Arm Length

34 1/8"

Shuffle

4.62

Wingspan

82 7/8"

3 Cone

7.25

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

28"

40-yard

4.89

RAS

9.96

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NICHOLAS

PETIT-FRERE School

Position

HT/WT

Ohio State

6’5”, 315 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES STARTED

GAMES PLAYED

HIGH SCHOOL

HOMETOWN

2021 STATS

Berkeley Prep

Tampa, FL

CAREER STATS

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Nicholas Petit-Frere can be a punching bag at times in this tackle class. Rough games against Michigan and Penn State, in particular, make it easy to sour on him. But if Petit-Frere can fix a few flaws in his process, he could become a better pass protector. He has the requisite athleticism, length, and power capacity, and he’s shown he can anchor. More refinement is simply needed.

Petit-Frere is an impressive athlete with near-elite length and good frame density. He explodes off the line and is a hunter in the run game. He moves very well in space and surges into blocks, using violent extensions to anchor. He’s also proficient at climbing upfield and moving from block to block, and he finishes with tenacity.

Petit-Frere still struggles with timing, footwork, reaction, and upper-lower synergy. While he has an active base, his footwork can become frantic and uncoordinated at times, and he doesn’t always extend at the right moment, swerving between indecision and over-eagerness. He has solid lateral mobility, but he can be late to recover. Improving his kick and refining his footwork could go a long way toward minimizing some of these concerns. When he’s sound, Petit-Frere has shown he has good knee-bend capacity. He has the athleticism to match rushers, and he can flip his hips to direct them outside the pocket. He’s also shown he can hook under pads and anchor with solid grip strength. Add in his stellar run-blocking ability and his versatility to play left and right tackle, and there are some definite redeeming qualities for Petit-Frere. Petit-Frere has the athleticism, violence, and urgency to be an excellent zone blocker, and especially for teams that value run blocking, he’ll be coveted. He has the highlevel tools to be a solid starter and is still worth a Day 2 pick even after an up-anddown 2021 campaign.

Petit-Frere can keep a wide base in pass protection. He can anchor under pads as well, and he’s able to flip his hips and drive defenders outside with his short-area burst and lateral mobility.

NEGATIVES Petit-Frere struggles with consistency in pass protection. He can get more depth with his kick out of his stance. His footwork can be choppy and muddy at times. When he doesn’t get proper depth as a result, he tends to panic. When he panics, he punches before his base is set, losing balance. Petit-Frere also struggles with timing. He can be indecisive when looking to extend and can be late to react to inside moves. He can be tight and has a little stiffness recovering. His anchor isn’t always sustained through reps.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 3/4"

Broad Jump

8'7"

Arm Length

33 5/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

81 3/4"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

24.5"

40-yard

5.14

RAS

6.55

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122

ABRAHAM

LUCAS School

Position

HT/WT

Washington State

6’6”, 322 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES STARTED

GAMES PLAYED

HIGH SCHOOL

HOMETOWN

2021 STATS

Archbishop Murphy

Everett, WA

CAREER STATS

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

On the surface, Abraham Lucas profiles how you’d expect a tackle who’s played under Nick Rolovich and Mike Leach. As a pass protector, he is excellent — even holding his own against players like Kayvon Thibodeaux. He has enough athleticism to match most defenders around the edge, and with his strong base and timely extensions, he neutralizes a lot of rushes before they generate any pressure. In a modern NFL that’s increasingly geared toward the pass, Lucas’ supremely high floor warrants much respect.

Lucas has great size and elite length at the tackle position. He also has good density and natural strength. Additionally, Lucas is a good athlete. He transfers his weight well when moving laterally, and he has shown he can get out in space and cover ground with steady strides.

It’s also worth noting how solid Lucas can be as a run blocker. The Washington State OT can strive for more consistency there, but he’s able to drop his pads into blocks, latch onto defenders, and pave open lanes with his active leg drive. He showed this both during the season and at the Senior Bowl in early February. Lucas isn’t a perfect prospect despite his prowess in pass protection. His pad level can be high, and with his tall frame, rushers can more easily bend under his extensions. He can still become more consistent in the running phase as well. And even though he’s a well-put-together tackle, he can add more raw power to his game. Nevertheless, the Washington State OT is an above-average athlete with good intangibles and operational ability, and he can be a starter at the NFL level, with natural ability on the right side.

Lucas’ hands are fairly methodical and precise already. His hands and feet work together well, and he can channel his traits with that synergy. Lucas is a smart blocker as well. He’s quick to identify stunts and can capitalize on off-balance opponents.

NEGATIVES Lucas isn’t incredibly light on his feet, and he doesn’t have great closing speed when he has to recover. His anchor can be inconsistent. He sometimes struggles to dip his pads into blocks and keep his grip. His hands, while reasonably strong, can be more violent and forceful at the point. At the start of reps, Lucas has some wasted motion at times. He also gives too much space on his dropback on occasion. His kickout angles can be inconsistent, and he sometimes predetermines angles, exposing himself to lateral moves.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/2"

Broad Jump

8'11"

Arm Length

33 7/8"

Shuffle

4.4

Wingspan

81 3/4"

3 Cone

7.25

Bench Press

Vert Leap

27"

40-yard

4.92

RAS

9.56

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123

DARIAN

KINNARD School

Position

HT/WT

Kentucky

6’4”, 324 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES STARTED

GAMES PLAYED

HIGH SCHOOL

HOMETOWN

2021 STATS

St. Ignatius (OH)

Knoxville, TN

CAREER STATS

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

You won’t often find an offensive tackle of Darian Kinnard’s size who can move the way he can. He’s an exceptional athlete with an excellent combination of short-range explosiveness, urgency, and width. As one would expect with his frame, Kinnard is a powerful blocker with a potentially dominant amalgamation of physical traits.

Kinnard is an eye-popping athletic specimen with imposing length and large, heavy mits for hands. He also has great straight-line explosiveness for his size. He can close ground quickly moving to the second level, and he channels his burst and length into overwhelming power at the point of attack. He has some twitch as a mover and has decent recovery athleticism when rushers get displacement.

Having said this, Kinnard — at this point — doesn’t utilize his traits well enough to outright negate rushers with consistency. He has impressive awareness and urgency as a blocker, but he still needs to improve his hand usage and positioning as he moves on to the NFL. Offensive tackles use their hands and base to channel their physical traits through to their opponents. If a tackle’s base isn’t properly placed or his hands don’t land effectively, those physical traits aren’t used to their maximum potential. Kinnard still has that problem, even after 2021. Beyond that, Kinnard can also keep his hands tighter to avoid power rushes, and he can work on better lowering his pad level. In a way, this makes Kinnard’s NFL Draft scouting report even more exciting. The Kentucky OT has visible athleticism and power on tape. Additionally, he trimmed some weight at the Senior Bowl. He was inconsistent in Mobile, but on his best reps, he was able to quickly suffocate rushes with his grip strength and power-absorption capacity. If he can learn to support his traits better and employ them with increased efficiency, Kinnard can be an impact starter at right tackle or guard in the NFL. He has work to do before he can be consistent on Day 1, however.

Kinnard is an energetic blocker in space, and he has a fighter’s mentality in contact situations. His hands are extermely forceful.

NEGATIVES Kinnard came into 2021 with several foundational issues. While he improved slightly in some areas, there’s still room for further refinement. The Kentucky OT still keeps his hands far too wide and opens up his torso to opposing power. He can be knocked off-balance as a result. Kinnard’s hands also remain streaky in hand-fighting situations. He’s not always fast or precise with his movements, and he still doesn’t consistently strike cleanly. While he has decent recovery athleticism, he can be a bit stiff laterally.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/4"

Broad Jump

10'5"

Arm Length

32 1/2"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

83”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

40-yard

4.55

RAS

8.41

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124

BERNHARD

RAIMANN School

Position

HT/WT

Central Michigan

6’6”, 304 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES STARTED

GAMES PLAYED

HIGH SCHOOL

HOMETOWN

2021 STATS

Ballsportgymnasium Wien

Steinbrunn, Austria

CAREER STATS

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

All told, Bernhard Raimann is a supremely athletic tackle prospect who’s shown he can at least maintain leverage and use extensions to dismantle defenders. However, there is still room for refinement for Raimann. On top of that, he’ll be an older rookie. He’s set to turn 25 years old next September.

Raimann is a great athlete who moves well off the line. He has good lateral mobility and also has easy athleticism in space. A former tight end, he can close gaps quickly, and he has solid recovery athleticism.

Physically, Raimann checks several boxes. He’s athletic, well-proportioned, and also has good balance and flexibility. His grip strength is decent, though not infallible. And his mobility in space makes him a dangerous second-level blocker. All this being said, Raimann may have trouble exerting his will and maintaining his anchor against bigger, stronger NFL defenders. And even then, the depth of his hand usage can still improve. The Senior Bowl exposed Raimann a bit. The Central Michigan OT struggled mightily at anchoring quicker and stronger edge rushers. He wasn’t able to absorb power with his leaner frame and got moved back often. He also mistimed his kicks at times and was late flipping his hips to the outside on some reps. Raimann’s lean frame and non-elite arm length serve as additional questions ahead of the NFL Draft. Meanwhile, he doesn’t quite have the operational consistency to offset these limitations. He’s not a complete project, but there is some development to undergo for Raimann. Being 25 years old, that’s not totally ideal, even if linemen have longer shelf lives. Raimann has eventual starting potential, but he’ll need to get stronger at the next level and keep refining his game. He could also be cross-trained at guard, where his length may translate better.

Raimann has good flashes operationally as well. He can anchor smaller players and move them downfield with his leg drive. He also has shown he can keep an active base in pass protection. He’s generally good at matching players laterally and can flip his hips outside to seal off the apex. He can also reset his hands.

NEGATIVES Raimann’s grip strength hasn’t proven to be as consistent against superior players. He’s lighter than most NFL tackles and doesn’t have great play strength. Raimann can play a bit upright and leave his torso open, and he can be highly susceptible to bull rushes as a result. Raimann’s hand placement can be inconsistent, and he’s not always comfortable hand fighting. He lacks upper-lower synergy and can get happy feet around the edge, losing balance. With his length, he can get caught lurching, which impacts his leverage.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/4"

Broad Jump

9'9"

Arm Length

32 7/8"

Shuffle

4.49

Wingspan

80 1/8"

3 Cone

7.46

Bench Press

Vert Leap

30.5"

40-yard

5.05

RAS

9.82

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125

DANIEL

FAALELE School

Position

HT/WT

Minnesota

6’8”, 387 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES STARTED

GAMES PLAYED

HIGH SCHOOL

HOMETOWN

2021 STATS

IMG Academy

Melbourne, Australia

CAREER STATS

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Daniel Faalele’s size, inexperience, and journey to the precipice of the NFL have all been rare. The Australian native hadn’t seen a single down of football until arriving in Florida in 2016. Yet, out of unusual circumstances comes a genuine NFL-caliber talent who is coming off a first-team All-Big Ten season (where he was named a finalist for the Poylnesian College Football Player of the Year).

Ginormous offensive tackle with sensational size, ludicrous length, and incredible wingspan.

At 6’8” and 387 pounds, there simply isn’t a bigger player in this class. Unbelievably, Faalele has slimmed down, tipping the scales at 400 pounds at one point in his college career.

Demonstrates an impressive anchor with sheer lower body strength. Faalele plays with a wide base, but his anchor is rooted in strength. He uses this strength to move people up the field or onto the floor as a run blocker. Potent initial punch, routinely knocking defensive linemen and pass-rushing linebackers back at the point of attack with a single strike.

Being this ginormous has its advantages as an offensive tackle. Pass rushers simply cannot run through him. He’s the epitome of an immovable object. Faalele is also too big for most pass rushers to merely run around. He’s too broad.

Impressive lateral agility and explosiveness at the point of attack.

Furthermore, he owns excellent functional length. He puts his length to good use to walk pass rushers around the outside track and past the quarterback. He consistently displays excellent ability in this regard.

Can get his weight over his toes, resulting in him becoming unbalanced. Faalele is sometimes guilty of bending at the waist rather than the knees, which doesn’t help with the balance issue.

The Minnesota OT also routinely locks his long arms to keep defensive linemen from getting their hands to his chest.

He doesn’t consistently play with a low pad level.

In pass protection, Faalele demonstrates an impressive anchor with his sheer lower body strength. Furthermore, he uses this strength to move people up the field or onto the floor as a run blocker. His competitive toughness is glaringly apparent. He revels in putting a man on the ground. Faalele’s strength also shows up in his hand usage. He has a potent initial punch. He also has an impressively firm grasp when he gets his hand placement right. While he won’t beat anyone in a foot race, Faalele has impressive lateral agility for his size, getting quickly into pass sets. Furthermore, he shows some explosiveness at the point of attack, and he smoothly makes his way to the second level in the run game.

NEGATIVES

Faalele needs to demonstrate consistency with his hand usage. Multiple examples of inconsistent hand timing and placement where his hands are too far outside of the defender’s frame. Faalele needs to learn to keep his head on a swivel.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

11"

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

35 1/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

85 1/8"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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126

SEAN

RHYAN School

Position

HT/WT

UCLA

6’5”, 320 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES STARTED

GAMES PLAYED

HIGH SCHOOL

HOMETOWN

2021 STATS

San Juan Hills High School

Ladera Ranch, CA

CAREER STATS

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Sean Rhyan’s length is a definite concern. The UCLA OT doesn’t have the wingspan that other blindside blockers have, and it’s noticeable. On the flip side, it’s even more impressive how good he is with average length. Sometimes longer edge rushers can make a dent in his positioning, but he rarely loses reps outright. His strong base enables him to stand his ground, and his grip and core strength can effectively suffocate rushes.

Rhyan is a great athlete who carries his weight extremely well. He’s spry and explosive in short areas, and he’s a very efficient mover. He has good agility for his size and can cover ground in space. Rhyan also has excellent lateral mobility. He transfers his weight with little strain.

In pass protection, Rhyan has the mobility, grip strength, hand proficiency, and torque to neutralize attacking defenders. As a run blocker, Rhyan’s athleticism, power, and road-grading mentality serve as extremely positive characteristics. That athleticism continued to pop in 2021. Rhyan not only has great short-area burst, but he can also recover and flip his hips with ease. He also has high-end core strength and lower body density, and he keeps a well-balanced base and a violent disposition on every down. Rhyan’s lack of elite length limits his upside a bit. Still, his ceiling is incredibly high because of his rare mix of power and athleticism. Rhyan also has the steady base, patience, and precision to earn a starting role fairly early in his career. He has the tools to be a standout starter at both tackle and guard, and he has right tackle capabilities as well. At guard in particular, he has the traits to eventually be an impact starter.

Rhyan has impressive raw strength, and he bends his knees fairly well. He can drive power into his blocks, and when he’s anchored, he has the core strength and steady base to nullify power rushes. His combative hands help to minimize pressure.

NEGATIVES Most notably, Rhyan lacks elite length. As a result, he sometimes struggles to maintain extensions. He also lurches at times in an attempt to compensate. While he has good recovery athleticism, he can lose his balance at times. Rhyan occasionally extends before his base is set, and his hands can be a bit wide. His pad level is too high on occasion, and when Rhyan exposes his torso, he can be driven back a bit. His lacking length may dictate a move to guard at the next level.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

11 1/8"

Broad Jump

9'2"

Arm Length

32 3/8"

Shuffle

4.81

Wingspan

79 1/4"

3 Cone

7.55

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

33.5"

40-yard

5.25

RAS

8.27

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DARE

ROSENTHAL School

Position

HT/WT

Kentucky

6’7”, 327 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES STARTED

GAMES PLAYED

HIGH SCHOOL

HOMETOWN

2021 STATS

Ferriday High School

Ferriday, LA

CAREER STATS

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Dare Rosenthal is a high-upside offensive tackle prospect. That much is clear. The Kentucky OT is a stellar athlete with great explosiveness, lateral mobility, and smoothness in his hips. And he compounds that athleticism with excellent natural power and length. Rosenthal’s upside is immense, but the redshirt junior is still a work in progress with his consistency.

Rosenthal has an unusually large frame, but he carries his weight extremely well. He has a dense, athletic build, with great length. With that frame, he can latch onto defenders and absorb power, but he also has great athleticism.

There are flashes of excellent execution from Rosenthal. He can channel power from his extensions. He can attack defenders with violence and drive them away from plays. And he can match players around the edge in pass protection and leverage extensions into strong anchors. For Rosenthal, further refinement is what he needs. The timing and placement can improve. He can be more controlled and composed. But the tools are there. It’s encouraging that Rosenthal seems to have grown and developed a bit since his time at LSU, both as a player on the field and as a person off it. He’s trending up, and he has the athletic upside to be an NFL starter. Day 2 is very much in the realm of possibility. And from there, Rosenthal could be groomed into a formidable NFL left tackle.

Rosenthal is nimble on his feet. He has the lateral athleticism to mirror rushers around the edge, and he also has impressive explosiveness and power capacity in the running game. Rosenthal can roll his hips to redirect rushers outside the pocket. He can also freeze players with violent punches.

NEGATIVES Rosenthal can improve his technique and synergy as a mover. His footwork can be choppy and uncoordinated at times. When he has to recover, he can be uncontrolled and streamlined. He also extends too early at times, opening up his torso to power. Being as tall as he is, Rosenthal can struggle with pad level. He bends his knees well, but he still goes too high with his hands and doesn’t always shoot his pads into blocks. His placement can be inconsistent, and he isn’t always able to maintain his anchor through reps.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/4"

Broad Jump

10'5"

Arm Length

32 1/2"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

n/a

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

40-yard

4.55

RAS

8.41

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TYLER

SMITH School

Position

HT/WT

Tulsa

6’6”, 332 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES STARTED

GAMES PLAYED

HIGH SCHOOL

HOMETOWN

2021 STATS

Fort Worth, TX

CAREER STATS

North Crowley High School

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Tyler Smith’s technique is inconsistent enough that he probably shouldn’t be relied upon as a Day 1 starter at the NFL level. Smith opens up his torso far too much and can be very grabby with his hands. His lower body mechanics are a bit better, and his smooth athleticism helps. But even there, he can be a bit staggered and uncoordinated.

Smith has a rare combination of traits to pair with a massive 6’6”, 332-pound frame. He’s explosive off the snap, has good lateral mobility and recovery athleticism, and also has great power and upper body torque.

Smith’s game is imperfect at the moment. But in a sense, it just makes it more impressive seeing how much he won at the collegiate level. Even with imperfect mechanics and timing, Smith was able to mask a lot of his deficiencies with his highlevel athleticism, lateral agility, core and grip strength, and power. For his size, Smith doesn’t have too many mobility limitations. He bends his knees well, and he has the twitched-up style to supplement his violent disposition. If Smith can clean up his technique, keep his hands tight, and smoothen his lower body mechanics, he can be a high-level starter at the tackle position. He could potentially move inside, but it’s not a necessary career move. For some players, a move inside is a move to combat an athletic limitation. Smith, however, has the lateral agility and recovery athleticism to stay on the blind side. Smith’s flaws, in their current form, would be easily exploitable at the NFL level. But the Tulsa OT has a starter’s skill set with his high-level combination of explosiveness off the snap, lateral mobility, strength, upper body torque, and violence. If he can work on channeling his traits, his ceiling is extremely high. He’s worth a Day 2 pick and could get some top-50 love from teams.

Smith can quickly negate rushers when he latches. He has suffocating grip strength, and he also has the core strength and sturdy base to gather and absorb opposing power. Smith has violent hands and can dominate edge rushers with his mauler mentality. He’s aggressive on the move and can flow to the second level.

NEGATIVES Smith opens his torso up far too often. This can leave him susceptible to power rushes. He also lacks consistent synergy between his upper and lower body. He can lurch at times when punching and loses balance. When Smith’s initial punches don’t strike cleanly, he can bear hug opponents at times, leaving him prone to penalties. He’s not adept at hand-fighting and more often defers to his grip strength. Smith’s lower body mechanics can be staggered at times, and he can better align his hips with rushers off the snap.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 3/4"

Broad Jump

8'9"

Arm Length

34"

Shuffle

4.65

Wingspan

83 1/8"

3 Cone

7.78

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

27.5"

40-yard

5.02

RAS

8.77

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RASHEED

WALKER School

Position

HT/WT

Penn State

6’6”, 320 lbs

116

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES STARTED

GAMES PLAYED

HIGH SCHOOL

HOMETOWN

2021 STATS

North Point High School

Walforf, MD

CAREER STATS

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

There’s some upside with Rasheed Walker, who remains a young tackle prospect. The Penn State OT has great size at 6’6”, 320 pounds. He flashes good open-field athleticism and power for his size, particularly on run-blocking reps. And as a pass blocker, his sudden, violent hands can help him carry great momentum on his punches.

Walker has a huge frame, long arms, and an incredibly wide blocking radius. He flashes good get-off at the line, as well as glimpses of solid lateral burst -- enough to kick out along the edge.

Unfortunately for Walker, he needed 2021 to be a year where he took a leap. That didn’t happen in the regular season. Walker had his bright moments, but he was very streaky, especially against top competition. As a pass blocker, poor leverage, lateral stiffness, and a lack of balance put Walker at a disadvantage. His hands can also be inconsistent, and that only compounds his mechanical concerns. Walker has shown he has the capacity to bend his knees more, and if he can make his footwork more efficient, he may be able to mitigate the stiffness as a mover. But 2021 was at best a lateral season for Walker, and his stock could very well have regressed a bit. He still has enough scheme-independent upside to have fans on Day 2, but he’s likely a mid-round pick for most.

With his strong, dense frame, Walker can absorb power, recoil, and impose his will on defenders. He works fairly well against displacement, as he can flip his hips and use his length to wall off rushers on the outside. Walker flashes fast, violent hands in pass protection. He can snatch and anchor rushers and drive them into the dirt.

NEGATIVES Walker’s balance is too inconsistent for him to be a Day 1 starter. He often lurches when trying to match rushers around the edge. While he flashes lateral burst, he can be stiff at times. When rushers get an edge, he can panic, losing coordination. Walker’s footwork can be choppy when matching laterally, and along with his stiffness, his pad level can be too high at times. Walker has decent knee bend, but he can stay too vertical. In the process, his torso is somewhat exposed. Walker’s hands also need refinement.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 5/8"

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

33 5/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

80 1/2"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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JAMAREE

SALYER School

Position

HT/WT

Georgia

6’2”, 320 lbs

120

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES STARTED

GAMES PLAYED

HIGH SCHOOL

HOMETOWN

2021 STATS

Pace Academy

Atlanta, GA

CAREER STATS

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Jamaree Salyer is a strong, powerful blocker whose physicality and power capacity draw the most attention. Beyond that, he flashes good explosiveness, as well as functional mobility and footwork. He bends his knees fairly well for his size and has shown to use violent, calculated hands to negate rushes.

With his short, squatty frame, Salyer has elite proportional length with 34-inch arms. Salyer also has great strength and upper body torque, and he flashes good straightline explosiveness off the line. Salyer has the capacity for violent extensions, and he can blast players back.

For Salyer, unfortunately, his projection to the NFL isn’t perfect as a tackle. His lateral stiffness and inconsistent pad level can make him vulnerable to more athletic edge rushers. He was able to combat this somewhat in 2021 with his footwork, wide base, hand usage, and looming wingspan. But NFL edge rushers may be able to better exploit his lateral limitations.

While not the most fluid, Salyer does have some flexibility and short-area mobility. His footwork is composed and active, and he has good knee bend. He keeps his elbows locked and loaded, and he can engage in violent hand-fighting and hand replacement.

Luckily for Salyer, his traits translate very well to guard. He can be a powerful people mover on the interior and has legitimate starting upside there. There’s a scenario where Salyer stays at tackle, but he’d be much more scheme-dependent there. Nevertheless, especially in power-gap and inside-zone schemes, Salyer’s straight-line explosiveness, power, and physicality make him an appealing match. Preferably, he transitions to guard in the NFL. He can be an impact starter on the interior with his traits. But early on, if he’s not starting, his experience at both tackle and guard makes him a valuable depth player.

NEGATIVES Salyer has a tubular, high-cut frame and can’t always lower his pads effectively. Explosive, bendy edge rushers can get under his frame and force him to lurch. He’s not always fluid flipping his hips to wall off defenders. And when he’s baited into overcommitting, he can be a bit late to recover. Salyer sometimes struggles to maintain blocking angles and sustain blocks at the second level. His hand placement can also be more precise. His punches can be too high, and he’s not always able to latch on initial contact.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/4"

Broad Jump

Arm Length

33 5/8"

Shuffle

4.9

Wingspan

79 1/2"

3 Cone

7.84

Bench Press

Vert Leap

30"

40-yard

5.13

RAS

6.92

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MATT

WALETZKO School

Position

HT/WT

North Dakota

6’6”, 310 lbs

138

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES STARTED

GAMES PLAYED

HIGH SCHOOL

HOMETOWN

2021 STATS

Rocori High School

Cold Spring, MN

CAREER STATS

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

There are a lot of intriguing tools in play with Matt Waletzko, and the North Dakota OT showed off those tools very well at the Senior Bowl. He’s an albatross with his length and easy athleticism. Moreover, taller tackles often have trouble with pad level and knee bend, but Waletzko has shown he can bend his knees and lower his pads into blocks effectively. He’s also flashed some operational utility with his hand fighting and recovery technique.

Waletzko has an outrageously long frame and a dominant reach. He’s also a rangy blocker with smooth athleticism in space. He’s a springy athlete around the arc and is nimble on his feet. He glides to the second level and explodes off the snap as a run blocker.

However, while there’s an appeal with Waletzko, there’s also uncertainty. The big wild card for the North Dakota OT is his weight. He was noticeably light for his taller frame on tape, and against stronger NFL defenders, his light frame may be particularly easy to exploit. With that frame comes a lack of elite play strength. And Waletzko isn’t at a high enough level with his refinement to offset the size concerns. Luckily for Waletzko, he does have unteachable traits. His length is rare even for offensive tackles, and he’s a great athlete, both laterally and in space. His Senior Bowl performance was also tremendous for his stock. He showed up at 310 pounds --- more than 10 pounds lighter than his college weight --- and still kept his easy athleticism. He also showed he could gather and anchor defenders, as well as keep his hands tight and lower his pads. Trevor Penning gets all the hype with his mean streak, but there’s a case to be made that Waletzko looked better at the Senior Bowl. Waletzko doesn’t have the same frame or raw power and upper body torque that Penning does, but he’s a smart, talented blocker with all the tools, and he lowers his pads well for his size. Give him time to keep adding to his frame, and he could be an NFL starter.

Waletzko keeps a wide, active base in pass protection, and he has good recovery athleticism. He loads and launches his hands, and his length affords him surprising power capacity. He bends his knees well and can stay patient and keep his hands inside his torso.

NEGATIVES Most notably, Waletzko is relatively light for his size, and he doesn’t always absorb power well. He’s not very dense or sturdy. He can be driven back easily by more powerful rushers. When he’s on skates, it can be difficult for him to gather his base and reset. Waletzko opens up his torso at times. This makes him susceptible to power. His grip strength isn’t elite. He can have trouble sustaining blocks at the second level. He can lurch and lose his balance, and he’s more of a lumbering mover, even with his athleticism.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/4"

Broad Jump

9'5"

Arm Length

35 1/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

85 5/8"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

30"

40-yard

5.06

RAS

9.89

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NORTH DAKOTA OT MATT WALETZKO PRE-DRAFT INTERVIEW ON TACKLE TECHNIQUE

North Dakota offensive tackle prospect Matt Waletzko walks through his process to understand his pass-protection skillset and understand how each rep is different. Waletzko has put his name on the map ahead of the 2022 NFL Draft.

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133

BRAXTON

JONES School

Position

HT/WT

Southern Utah

6’5”, 306 lbs

144

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES STARTED

GAMES PLAYED

HIGH SCHOOL

HOMETOWN

2021 STATS

Murray High School

Murray, UT

CAREER STATS

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Braxton Jones’ ceiling is tantalizing. He’s a twitched-up athlete with a wide base and a long frame. He moves well in space and around the edge, but he also has the knee bend, power capacity, sense of timing, and grip strength to be a stalwart pass protector. Meanwhile, as a run blocker, he flashes a road-grader mentality.

Jones has high-end physical upside. He’s tall and well-built, with freakishly long arms at 36 inches. That wingspan allows Jones a wide disruption radius. He can channel violent force with his extensions. He has relatively clean pass sets coming from the FCS. He gets good depth on his initial kick, and he has the capacity to bend his knees.

A strong physical foundation buoys Jones’ game. He’s a great athlete with visible core strength, a dominant wingspan, and plenty of torque. But there are areas where polish is needed. In pass protection, Jones was able to lean on his violent extensions a lot. It worked against FCS competition, but more advanced rushers who can match his violence and get inside his torso may exploit him. This showed up at the Senior Bowl. Going further, he’s not quite as consistent as a run blocker, and he needs to work on taking better angles and lowering his pads on the move. The good news for Jones is this — he has all the traits. Beyond his athleticism, length, and power, he’s shown he can bend his knees and keep his balance. He can flip his hips and adapt, and he has a twitched-up, violent upper body. If he can get stronger and keep refining his game, Jones has definite starter potential. He showed off some flashes of that potential in Mobile, using his quick kick and grip strength to overwhelm smaller edge rushers. Jones can be a great swing tackle early on, and the tools are there for him to morph into a solid starter down the line.

Jones has good burst off the line. He can also execute reach blocks with his lateral agility. Jones has a physical mentality, and he has solid upper-lower synergy. He times his punches well.

NEGATIVES While Jones is large and has a great reach, he can stand to improve his play strength. His base can be unstable, and he also keeps his hands too wide. When he fails to tighten up and stay within his torso, he can be driven back by speed-to-power with relative ease. Jones relies heavily on extensions. At the FCS level, he could simply get his hands on rushers and overpower them. He doesn’t have a ton of hand-fighting experience, and his pad level can be an issue. He goes upright on contact. His balance can suffer as a result.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/4"

Broad Jump

Arm Length

35 3/8"

Shuffle

4.84

Wingspan

83 1/2"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

25.5"

40-yard

4.97

RAS

7.74

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OBINNA

EZE School

Position

HT/WT

TCU

6’6”, 327 lbs

222

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES STARTED

GAMES PLAYED

HIGH SCHOOL

HOMETOWN

2021 STATS

Davidson Academy

Nashville, TN

CAREER STATS

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Obinna Eze came into the 2021 season needing overarching consistency. He has the talent, but he didn’t quite put things together coming to TCU. There are still flashes, but Eze likely remains a developmental Day 3 pick at best heading into the 2022 NFL Draft.

Eze is massive, with one of the longest wingspans recorded in recent years. He also has great frame density. With his strong lower body, wide base, and length, he can effectively gather and stymie rushes on the ouside. With his size, he brings decent lateral mobility, as well as good burst and urgency in space.

If there’s one thing Eze has going for him, it’s that he’s a massive blocker. He has great size, weight, and an abnormally long wingspan at over 36 inches. With his sheer breadth, Eze can be hard to get around, and his reach can be suffocating for smaller edge rushers. He flashes good quickness off the snap and enough straightline mobility to get into space. With a wide base, he can also track along the edge of the pocket.

Eze’s wingspan affords him great range. He can also load and launch his hands, flashing the capacity for fast, forceful hand usage. He flashes good synergy. When he anchors, he has good grip strength and leg drive.

As of now, however, most of the top selling points for Eze are his physical traits. He bends at the waist quite a bit and can be caught lurching. He struggles to change directions and adjust his blocking angles in space, and he can be especially stiff on recovery. With multiple years of starting experience, he does have some knowledge of hand usage. But Eze still has a habit of extending before his base is set. Some teams will covet Eze on account of his size and above-average athleticism. However, from both an operation and efficiency-of-motion standpoint, he has room to improve at the NFL level. With his size, he can be a solid swing tackle initially, and he could be a potential starter if he becomes more consistent.

NEGATIVES Eze is violent, but he can be uncontrolled at times. He sometimes lurches and loses his balance, and he doesn’t have the elite recovery athleticism to compensate. He can be caught flat-footed when he overcorrects one way, opening lanes for rushers inside. While Eze has decent knee bend, his pad level can be a bit high at times, and he can bend at the waist. He isn’t always the smoothest mover and can be a bit staggered with his footwork. He loses his balance easily and can’t play far beyond his center of gravity.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 7/8"

Broad Jump

8'8"

Arm Length

36 1/8"

Shuffle

5.08

Wingspan

85 3/4"

3 Cone

8.2

Bench Press

Vert Leap

27.5"

40-yard

5.17

RAS

5.53

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GUARD

GUARD PFN CONSENSUS BIG BOARD RANKINGS NAME

SCHOOL

POS RANK

OVERALL RANK

Kenyon Green

Texas A&M

Zion Johnson

Boston College

Ed Ingram

LSU

107

Lecitus Smith

Virginia Tech

112

Marquis Hayes

Oklahoma

133

Thayer Munford

Ohio State

146

Justin Shaffer

Georgia

195

Ben Brown

Ole Miss

289

Cade Mays

Tennessee

372

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KENYON

GREEN School

Position

HT/WT

Texas A&M

6’4”, 325 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES STARTED

GAMES PLAYED

HIGH SCHOOL

HOMETOWN

2021 STATS

Solon High School

Solon, IA

CAREER STATS

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

During his three seasons in College Station, Kenyon Green has established himself as one of the most dominant guards in the nation. An aggressive, violent, and athletic playmaker, Green has the potential to be one of the top offensive linemen in the 2022 NFL Draft class. In addition to his dominance as a guard, Green adds versatility with exposure at both bookends of the offensive line.

Green routinely proves the adage that the low man wins in the trenches, and it all begins with his stance. He consistently plays with low pad level, getting up and under his opposition, manipulating them with handwork, leverage, and strength.

Green has an excellent stance. He lines up noticeably lower than his teammates, sinking his behind at the line of scrimmage. Green routinely proves the adage that the low man wins in the trenches, and it all begins with his stance. Additionally, he consistently plays with low pad level, allowing him to get up and under his opposition, manipulating them with handwork, leverage, and strength. Green explodes out of his stance with athleticism and violence. He quickly gets his hands on his opponent, displaying a violent and strong initial punch. The explosion and overall play speed are impressive. This allows him to be a force in the ground game in multiple ways. Green gets out to the second level with ease. Moreover, he moves well across the formation as a pulling guard, meeting his opponent with violence that routinely ends in a victory. Although Green excels in the ground game, he has the tools to be an incredible pass protector. His footwork is excellent, allowing him to get into his pass sets efficiently. Additionally, his footwork and overall athleticism combined with hand placement enable him to neutralize counter moves effectively.

Green quickly gets his hands on his opponent, displaying a violent and strong initial punch. Green displays exceptional power and a ridiculous anchor. Once he’s set, it’s rare to see the Texas A&M guard moved anywhere close to his quarterback. Green exudes competitive toughness.

NEGATIVES Green’s aggression can lead to him lunging at the opposition. As a result, with his weight too far forward, there are examples of him losing balance and hitting the ground. This aggression also leads to issues with hand placement. Green needs to ensure that he is consistently sealing off his opposition in space, ensuring the correct use of angles downfield. Although he has experience playing tackle, he projects purely as a guard at the next level.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 3/8"

Broad Jump

8'6"

Arm Length

34 1/8"

Shuffle

5.12

Wingspan

83 3/8"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

26"

40-yard

5.24

RAS

5.34

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ZION

JOHNSON School

Position

HT/WT

Boston College

6’2”, 314 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES STARTED

GAMES PLAYED

HIGH SCHOOL

HOMETOWN

2021 STATS

Riverdale Baptist

Bowie, MD

CAREER STATS

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

A first-team All-ACC honoree this season, Zion Johnson also became Boston College’s first Walter Camp All-American since 2013. Those performances have propelled him into national attention, which was elevated further with a stellar showing at the Reese’s Senior Bowl.

Stout offensive lineman with excellent length who consistently plays with a low pad level.

A stout offensive lineman, he uses his size as an advantage. In the trenches where the low man wins, Johnson has a natural head start on his opposition. As a result, he plays with a low pad level. With 34-inch arms, Johnson also has a length advantage that allows him to keep opponents at bay. Johnson exhibits exceptional play strength. He routinely wins the battle at the line of scrimmage, often overwhelming his opponent. There are plenty of examples of him overpowering the defensive linemen he is engaged with, finishing them into the dirt. Also, his strength is evidenced by the very few examples of him ceding ground and being pushed back to the quarterback. Johnson possesses a solid anchor while being forceful on the attack.

Exceptionally strong player who thrives on putting his man on the ground. Impressive lower body strength allows for a solid anchor. Excellent hand placement and timing in pass protection. Smoothly gets into pass sets. Scheme and position versatile, having seen time at LT and LG in college, and C at the Senior Bowl.

NEGATIVES Johnson can be late reacting to defensive adjustments such as stunts and twists. Although athletic, he lacks twitchy lateral agility to recover when reacting late. Johnson can be prone to becoming unbalanced due to playing with weight over his toes.

With two years of experience in a triple-option offense and one in a power-run scheme, it should come as no surprise that Johnson does his best work in the run game. He can play both gap and zone schemes, presenting a valuable level of versatility. Johnson’s athletic ability helps ensure success in the run game. He has been used as a pulling guard and owns the speed to get out to the second level. In addition to the physical tools to succeed as a puller, he showcases an excellent understanding of lanes and angles. While he’s always been exceptional as a run blocker, Johnson continued to develop as a pass protector this season. As mentioned above, his strength helps in this regard. However, he developed as a technician in the fall. His smooth movements allow him to get into his pass set quickly. Johnson’s also showcased excellent timing and placement of his hands.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 5/8”

Broad Jump

9'4"

Arm Length

34”

Shuffle

4.46

Wingspan

82 3/8”

3 Cone

7.38

Bench Press

Vert Leap

32"

40-yard

5.18

RAS

9.56

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INGRAM School

Position

HT/WT

LSU

6’3”, 317 lbs

107

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES STARTED

GAMES PLAYED

HIGH SCHOOL

HOMETOWN

2021 STATS

DeSoto High School

DeSoto, TX

CAREER STATS

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

We often see interior offensive linemen with high floors go on to carve out roles at the NFL level. So long as guards have serviceable athleticism, strength, and solid fundamentals, they can be viable starting candidates on the professional stage. At the very least, Ed Ingram meets those requirements.

Ingram is a decent athlete who at least passes the threshold required to be a starter. He has above-average explosiveness off the snap and mobility in space. Going further, he’s a stout blocker with a strong lower body, and he has good natural power and proportional length.

Ingram showed more explosiveness off the snap in 2021, but he may still fall short of the elite mark. More explosive defensive tackles can make first contact and get him off-balance. Ingram did measure in longer than expected at the Senior Bowl, however, and he comes off the snap with violent energy. That undoubtedly helps him compensate.

Ingram’s hands are violent off the snap. He can latch quickly with imposing strength and zeal. With his dense frame, he can wall off defenders. He has the leg drive to move them out of their spot. He places punches well and has good reaction quickness.

When the biggest knocks on a prospect are that he might not have elite traits, you’re likely dealing with a strong all-around player who can be a solid NFL starter. That’s what Ingram appears to be. Ingram is a stout, well-leveraged blocker with a formidable base. Additionally, his active hands and violent style compounds his early utility. Ingram’s character will remain a question for teams, but simply earning a Senior Bowl invite was a good sign there. Thus, Ingram could ultimately follow in the steps of Solomon Kindley or Damien Lewis and earn starting reps early on. Provided he tests reasonably well, he can go on Day 2.

NEGATIVES Ingram has decent athleticism, but he may not be elite in any one category. He can be stiff laterally. He also leans too far with initial punches and doesn’t always keep a stable base. This can lead to loss of balance. Ingram can be overzealous at times. His punches can be a bit reckless, and he also overshoots blocking angles in space. His feet can be heavy and plodding at times, and he doesn’t quite have high-level range tracking downfield. Ingram was suspended for the entire 2018 season and has off-field red flags.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10”

Broad Jump

8’6”

Arm Length

33 5/8”

Shuffle

4.76

Wingspan

81 7/8”

3 Cone

7.81

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

20.5"

40-yard

5.02

RAS

7.12

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LECITUS

SMITH School

Position

HT/WT

Virginia Tech

6’3”, 321 lbs

112

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES STARTED

GAMES PLAYED

HIGH SCHOOL

HOMETOWN

2021 STATS

Fitzgerald High School

Fitzgerald, GA

CAREER STATS

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Length is a definite concern for Lecitus Smith, and that may slightly limit his upside at the NFL level. Having said this, length isn’t quite as important for guards as it is for tackles. Even with his average length, Smith still has a number of appealing traits inside. He’s strong, naturally well-leveraged, and physical. Furthermore, Smith is athletic enough to make blocks on the move.

Smith is a dense, bowling-ball-type blocker with a compact frame that carries his weight well. He’s quick off the snap and has smooth mobility in open space. He can traverse gaps with ease and has great lateral movement skills.

Smith is powerful enough to be coveted by teams with power-oriented schemes, but he’s an impressive athlete for his frame. He possesses the width and strength of a power blocker but the mobility and urgency to provide value in zone concepts. A former tight end, he gets off the line well and moves fairly easily when tracking laterally in zone concepts. To tie it all together, Smith’s physical mentality ensures that he finishes plays consistently. His length is a diluting factor in how decisively he finishes at times, but he’s at least proactive and calculated with his physicality. His Senior Bowl showing was solid enough to keep his stock afloat. Smith got beat a few times by longer opponents, but he’s dense and strong enough where he can stand his ground and keep his base. He also offers enough torso flexibility to absorb power. Overall, Smith is a strong prospect, and he could go on Day 2 in April. If not, he offers a potential starter’s skill set on early Day 3.

Smith compounds his athleticism with his strong base, grip strength, and torso flexibility --- with which he can absorb power. Going further, Smith keeps a wide base and active hands, and he can extend and latch with violent quickness. He’s shown he can reset his hands and get under opponents’ pads.

NEGATIVES Smith’s length is average at best. It somewhat limits the disruption capacity of his punches and inhibits him from consistently reaching the point first against longer linemen. He sometimes lurches and leans to try and compensate, and he can’t always sustain blocks at the second level. Smith can tuck his elbows and load his hands, but he sometimes prematurely extends and reduces his built-up potential energy. His frame, in addition to length, isn’t broad, and linemen can get outside his shoulders and club him off-balance.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 5/8"

Broad Jump

8'3"

Arm Length

31 7/8"

Shuffle

4.78

Wingspan

78 3/4"

3 Cone

7.88

Bench Press

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

5.18

RAS

6.59

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MARQUIS

HAYES School

Position

HT/WT

Oklahoma

6’4”, 318 lbs

133

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES STARTED

GAMES PLAYED

HIGH SCHOOL

HOMETOWN

2021 STATS

Pattonville High School

St. Louis, MO

CAREER STATS

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Marquis Hayes’ ceiling isn’t sky-high, and that restricted ceiling largely comes from his athletic profile. He’s not a liability in any category but there is some lateral stiffness and limitations with his change-of-direction capacity. His explosiveness off the snap is only above-average, and while he’s a good mover in space, he struggles to adapt when he overshoots angles.

At 318 pounds, with arms over 35 inches, Hayes has great size and imposing length. He stores immense amounts of power within his frame and can drive defenders back with violent extensions. Hayes isn’t an elite athlete, but he can cover decent ground in space with long, bounding strides.

Nevertheless, Hayes passes the athletic threshold for a potential starter. The larger issues might stem from his high pad level and hand placement. His upright style and occasional stiffness can make him vulnerable to more explosive, agile rushers. On the flip side, his tendency to open up his hands and expose his torso can be exploited by power rushers. If Hayes can clean up those parts of his game, he has excellent power capacity and core strength, and he can levy devastating blocks with his upper body torque. Moreover, his tenacious mauler mentality maximizes his physical style and allows him to consistently outmuscle smaller players. With his serviceable athleticism and undeniable power element, Hayes has starting potential as a guard at the next level. He may be best in an inside-zone or power-gap scheme, but Hayes has enough mobility to be somewhat scheme-versatile. On late Day 2 or early Day 3, Hayes is a worthy investment.

Hayes can club defenders with devastating hip torque, and he can stymie power rushes with his imposing grip and core strength. Hayes is urgent off the snap, always active and alert, and brings a tenacious mauler gene, always finishing reps.

NEGATIVES Hayes can be stiff laterally, and his high-cut frame limits his change of direction at times. He’s much more of a linear athlete in space and can lose his balance when he needs to adjust. Hayes’ pad level is a concern. He bends at the waist a lot, and his upright style can make it easier to get under his pads and drive him back. His hands are consistently high and wide, and he can be too grabby. His technique can be sloppy when he rushes to recover. Additionally, Hayes sometimes shoots his hands before setting his base.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

8 3/4”

Broad Jump

8’6”

Arm Length

34 7/8”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

83 1/2”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

23.5"

40-yard

5.3

RAS

6.45

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THAYER

MUNFORD School

Position

HT/WT

Ohio State

6’6”, 320 lbs

146

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES STARTED

GAMES PLAYED

HIGH SCHOOL

HOMETOWN

2021 STATS

Massillon Washington

Cincinnati, OH

CAREER STATS

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Thayer Munford has experience at both tackle and guard, and that will help give him some appeal at the next level. With that versatility, he can be a valuable depth lineman right away. However, it’s unclear if his ceiling stretches far beyond that.

Munford is a massive human being with good frame density and length. With his sheer wingspan, he can be hard to get around. By simply maintaining his base, he can hold strong on the interior and gather opposing players.

Munford is a tall blocker with good length and reach. He can also deliver solid power with forceful extensions, and he has a fairly solid sense of timing with those extensions. That said, Munford has a few physical limitations that may hold him back from ever becoming a full-time starter.

Munford is proactive with his extensions, and his length provides an exceptional conduit for power. His hands are fairly calculated, and he’s shown he can counter rush moves and fight clubs while keeping an active base. He has fairly good synergy, as well as an active help mentality on the interior.

Being 6’6” with average knee bend, Munford struggles to lower his pad level at times, and this has a cascade effect to other parts of his game. He loses his balance easily on the move and doesn’t play past his center of gravity well. He’s stiff laterally, struggles to drive momentum into blocks, and can let linemen get under his pads. When his torso is exposed, he can be easily driven back as well.

NEGATIVES

Munford can be a good depth player with his experience at multiple positions, and he generally keeps a solid base. He also has a working understand of how to use his hands, even if he can’t maintain anchors consistently. With time to refine his game more, he can stick around as a quality backup. But he’s not an elite athlete, and his stiffness may impede his growth in the pros.

Munford can better place his anchors at times, and with his stiff frame, he can’t always keep his latch when he’s stressed by tensile force. He also lacks elite natural power. While his hands are fast, they don’t often displace defenders. More active rushers can easily drive him back by getting inside his frame.

Munford is fairly stiff laterally and struggles to recover at times. He’s a fairly linear mover in space, with little ability to adjust his angles. He’s not adept at correcting positioning on the fly.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/8"

Broad Jump

8'8"

Arm Length

35 1/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

84 5/8"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

22"

40-yard

5.39

RAS

5.98

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143

JUSTIN

SHAFFER School

Position

HT/WT

Georgia

6’3”, 326 lbs

195

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES STARTED

GAMES PLAYED

HIGH SCHOOL

HOMETOWN

2021 STATS

Cedar Grove High School

Ellenwood, GA

CAREER STATS

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Justin Shaffer likely isn’t an early-round guard prospect. While he’s been a solid starter at the collegiate level, he lacks an elite trait to build around at the NFL level. That doesn’t mean he can’t be a starter. However, Shaffer’s inconsistency in space and lack of elite play strength will serve as diluting factors for his ability early on in his career.

Shaffer has a low-cut, athletic frame and wears his 326 pounds fairly well. He has great proportional length and above-average athleticism. Most notable is his good get-off at the line and his light feet in his stance. Shaffer transfers his weight well, keeping his base stable and active. He loads up a lot of potential energy in his lower body.

Nevertheless, Shaffer still has enough play strength and athleticism to get by, and he stores great amounts of power within his frame. What’s even more promising is that the Georgia G plays with exceptional knee bend and natural balance when he’s congruent mechanically. He can lower his shoulders and generate ample force with proper leverage. And he has the explosiveness off the line to supplement that. Shaffer can still round out some rough edges with his hands and footwork. But there’s enough there for him to grow into a solid starter at the NFL level. He may never be a Pro Bowler or an All-Pro, but good starting guards don’t need elite athleticism to navigate the interior. And Shaffer is above average in that department, either way. Shaffer presents plenty of appeal in the middle rounds as a forceful, well-leveraged guard prospect with starting potential across schemes. His teammate Jamaree Salyer has more upside on the interior, but after a solid Senior Bowl showing, Shaffer could garner fringe-top 100 consideration.

Shaffer is a good short-area blocker with impressive flashes of violence and hand replacement. He keeps his legs churning in space and uses quicker strides to shade to the outside.

NEGATIVES Shaffer is solid in a lot of areas, but he might lack an elite trait. His core strength isn’t great, as his anchor can get warped and ripped down by stronger opponents. Shaffer also moves upright in space and can allow opponents to get under him. Shaffer doesn’t have great change-of-direction or recovery athleticism. He also needs more precision with his hands. He can whiff on blocks and lose his balance. He struggles to correct himself when beaten and can be grabby. In space, he sometimes overshoots angles.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10"

Broad Jump

8’11”

Arm Length

33 1/4”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

80 5/8"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

25.5"

40-yard

5.14

RAS

8.7

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144

BEN

BROWN School

Position

HT/WT

Ole Miss

6’5”, 315 lbs

289

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES STARTED

GAMES PLAYED

HIGH SCHOOL

HOMETOWN

2021 STATS

St. Aloysius

Vicksburg, MS

CAREER STATS

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

An Ole Miss legacy, Ben Brown is the latest in a long list of Browns who have had success for the Rebels and is set to continue that legacy at the NFL level. A former high school offensive tackle on both sides, Brown brings 40 games of college experience at guard and center, making him one of the most versatile and experienced offensive line prospects in the 2022 NFL Draft.

An experienced and versatile offensive lineman who has split time at both center and guard across his 40 appearances for Ole Miss.

At 6’5” and 315 pounds, Brown has impressive size at both center and guard positions. He has put on 25 pounds since leaving high school but doesn’t appear to carry any bad weight. The assumption is that he has been able to add muscle weight, as he seems to possess a strong upper body. The Ole Miss offensive lineman is often seen using his strength to impose his will at the line of scrimmage and in the open field. Brown plays the game with competitive toughness, routinely looking to punish his opposition through to the whistle. He explodes with aggression as soon as the ball is snapped, helping to pave the way for the Rebels’ ground game. The Ole Miss offensive lineman also routinely demonstrates football intelligence. He reads the play pre-snap and is responsible for making adjustments. Moreover, he is adept at picking up and passing off defensive linemen as required and is always looking for work.

Brown has impressive size at both center and guard positions, with a strong upper body that allows him to impose his will both at the line of scrimmage and in the open field. Brown plays the game with competitive toughness. He also demonstrates football intelligence, making pre-snap adjustments and being responsible for communication along the line.

NEGATIVES Brown’s hands lack a violent punch. There were limited examples on tape of him shocking defensive linemen with his initial strike. Brown regularly plays with too high of a pad level, putting him at a disadvantage in the battle to gain leverage. Brown shows inconsistency with timing. The timing of his punch can be late. Timing of his blocks at the second level means that his angles aren’t optimal for opening running lanes.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/4"

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

34 3/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

81 3/4"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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CADE

MAYS School

Position

HT/WT

Tennessee

6’4”, 321 lbs

372

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES STARTED

GAMES PLAYED

HIGH SCHOOL

HOMETOWN

2021 STATS

Knoxville Catholic

Knoxville, TN

CAREER STATS

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Once the pride of the Knoxville Catholic Fighting Irish, Cade Mays has traveled a tumultuous path through Tennessee and Georgia to the 2022 NFL Draft. The versatile Tennessee offensive lineman, who will most likely be viewed as a guard at the next level, has showcased the strength and nasty demeanor that is requisite for success at the next level.

Mays has valuable versatility, with starts at LT, RT, LG, and RG. Furthermore, he’s seen significant reps at center.

There are multiple elements of Mays’ game that will prove attractive to the NFL. There are few more versatile offensive linemen in the class. Mays has seen starting time at four of the five offensive line positions. Furthermore, he’s seen significant reps at center.

Mays showcases impressive grip strength and is more than capable of taking a man out of the play with one powerful punch.

There is also an element of scheme versatility that will make Mays a valuable draft prospect. He spent time in a power-run offense at Georgia before transferring to a more zone-based scheme at Tennessee. With scheme fit a crucial part of the evaluation, Mays will increase his options at the next level. When you think of offensive linemen, you think big nasties, particularly on the interior. Mays checks all these boxes. At 6’4” and 321 pounds, he has the requisite size to play guard or tackle in the NFL. He also plays the game with nastiness, looking to put his man on the ground at any opportunity. Furthermore, he’s demonstrated strength in multiple ways. Mays is more than capable of taking a man out of the play with one powerful punch. He also showcases impressive grip strength when he gets his hands on his man. Once he’s engaged, it’s rare to see his opponent break free from his vice-like grip. Mays also uses his lower body strength to anchor well when he gets set in pass protection. Although he can’t be described as an elite athlete, Mays has impressive reps as a pulling guard or tackle. He moves well across the back of the offensive formation and routinely delivers a blow before his opponent has the opportunity to disrupt the play. Mays also gets out to the second level well in the run game.

Mays also presents as a scheme-versatile prospect, having spent time in a power-run offense at Georgia before transferring to a more zone-based scheme at Tennessee.

Mays has impressive reps as a pulling guard or tackle, getting out to the second level well in the run game.

NEGATIVES Mays showcases inconsistent timing and placement of his initial punch, often resulting in his opponent getting the better of him. This issue is more apparent when blocking on the move. Prone to bending at the waist rather than the knees, ensuring that he is often unbalanced. Mays is guilty of some immature penalties that will need to be eradicated from his game. Additionally, he’s missed time with injury in almost every season during his college football career, which may cause a red flag.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10"

Broad Jump

8'6"

Arm Length

34 1/8"

Shuffle

4.71

Wingspan

82 1/4"

3 Cone

7.57

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

26"

40-yard

5.24

RAS

7.72

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CENTER

CENTER PFN CONSENSUS BIG BOARD RANKINGS NAME

SCHOOL

POS RANK

OVERALL RANK

Tyler Linderbaum

Iowa

Alec Lindstrom

Boston College

141

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148

TYLER

LINDERBAUM School

Position

HT/WT

Iowa

6’3”, 290 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES STARTED

GAMES PLAYED

HIGH SCHOOL

HOMETOWN

2021 STATS

Solon High School

Solon, IA

CAREER STATS

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Comfortably the best center in the 2022 NFL Draft class, Tyler Linderbuam is one of the most impressive offensive linemen of any position in the class. While perceived positional value has sent center prospects plummeting out of the first round before, Linderbaum is not only a true first-round talent but genuinely one of the top overall prospects.

Linderbaum is an incredible athlete who explodes out of his stance with exceptional fluidity.

The first thing that stands out about Linderbaum when you turn on the tape is his athleticism. He explodes out of his stance with exceptional fluidity. Once he’s out of his stance, he’s always moving, always on his feet. Linderbaum gets out to the second level exceptionally well in the run game, easily outpacing his compatriots on the offensive line. For a guy who is listed at 290 pounds, he demonstrates phenomenal play speed.

Linderbaum demonstrates incredible strength. Rarely overwhelmed at the point of attack. Uses his footwork and lower body strength to provide a solid anchor in pass protection.

The other thing that stands out is Linderbaum’s competitive toughness. The Iowa OC plays hards on every single play. He looks to finish his opponent on every snap, leading to some impressive takedowns away from the action. In addition to his competitive toughness, Linderbaum possesses excellent football intelligence. He routinely picks up unblocked pass rushers and constantly has his head on a swivel looking for work.

Linderbaum gets out to the second level exceptionally well in the run game. At 290 pounds, he demonstrates phenomenal play speed.

Strength and wrestling background help him to be a man-mover in the ground game.

NEGATIVES Although Linderbaum demonstrates excellent play strength, he could use a little extra weight. The addition of extra bulk would help him combat the few instances of him struggling to anchor against bigger defensive linemen. He needs to iron out some technical inconsistencies, such as the timing and placement of his hands.

Despite being on the slim side at 290 pounds, Linderbaum demonstrates incredible strength. He is rarely overwhelmed at the point of attack, giving up little ground against most pass rushers. He uses his footwork and lower body strength to provide a solid anchor in pass protection. Linderbaum’s strength and wrestling background help him to be a man-mover in the ground game. Furthermore, he attacks well with his hands and demonstrates a good understanding of hand placement.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10"

Broad Jump

n/a

Linderbaum has proven to be a reliable snapper of the ball during his Iowa career. This is even more impressive when considering that Linderbaum worked with two different quarterbacks during his time as the starting center for the Hawkeyes.

Arm Length

31 1/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

75 5/8”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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149

ALEC

LINDSTROM School

Position

HT/WT

Boston College

6’3”, 294 lbs

141

PFN RANK

POS RANK

GAMES STARTED

GAMES PLAYED

HIGH SCHOOL

HOMETOWN

2021 STATS

Shepherd Hill Regional

Dudley, MA

CAREER STATS

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Boston College center Alec Lindstrom seeks to continue a heritage that combines both family and football program as he heads to the 2022 NFL Draft. Although emulating his brother (Falcons guard Chris Lindstrom) as a first-round selection is unlikely, Lindstrom has positioned himself as one of the top center prospects in the class.

Lindstrom is technically refined. He demonstrates impressive footwork that allows him to react and counter against stunts and twists.

Lindstrom is technically refined. He demonstrates impressive footwork that allows him to react and counter against stunts and twists. In addition to the smooth footwork, he constantly drives with his feet during run-blocking snaps. Another element of his technical refinement is his handwork. Lindstrom consistently plays with good hand placement and timing.

Lindstrom has excellent football intelligence, making pre-snap protection adjustments and demonstrating the ability to read the game post-snap.

Unsurprisingly, given his father’s coaching influence, the Boston College center has excellent football intelligence. This manifests itself in multiple forms. Lindstrom is responsible for making pre-snap protection adjustments. He has an exceptional facility to read the game post-snap, accounting for stunts and twists. He is always looking for work and has shown the ability to pick up free blitzes and help his teammates on the offensive line whenever required. Although Lindstrom has spent most of his career in run-focused offenses, he is an excellent pass protector at the pivot. He has a fantastic anchor for his size. Additionally, his footwork and overall athletic profile allow him to recover well if he is beaten off the snap. That’s not to say he isn’t impactful in the ground game. Lindstrom has sufficient athletic ability to get out to the second level to help extend running plays. Furthermore, his competitive toughness makes him a menace for defensive linemen or linebackers that try and impede him.

Another element of his technical refinement is his handwork. Lindstrom consistently plays with good hand placement and timing.

Lindstrom demonstrates competitve toughness while possessing scheme versatility.

NEGATIVES Considered undersized at 294 pounds, a relative lack of bulk has consistently caused issues for the Eagles center. Due to his size, Lindstrom doesn’t have elite strength at the position. Meanwhile, his lack of size and strength means he isn’t always impactful in the ground game. Lindstrom would benefit from playing the game a little faster. There are examples of him being beaten off the snap and occasionally being slow to get out to the second level.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/4"

Broad Jump

9'3"

Arm Length

32 5/8"

Shuffle

4.66

Wingspan

76"

3 Cone

7.5

Bench Press

Vert Leap

29"

40-yard

5.18

RAS

8.22

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DEFENSIVE TACKLE

DEFENSIVE TACKLE PFN CONSENSUS BIG BOARD RANKINGS NAME

SCHOOL

POS RANK

OVERALL RANK

Jordan Davis

Georgia

DeMarvin Leal

Texas A&M

Perrion Winfrey

Oklahoma

Devonte Wyatt

Georgia

Phidarian Mathis

Alabama

Matthew Butler

Tennessee

Logan Hall

Houston

Travis Jones

UConn

109

John Ridgeway

Arkansas

119

Chris Hinton

Michigan

125

Haskell Garrett

Ohio State

167

Otito Ogbonnia

UCLA

217

Zachary Carter

Florida

288

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152

JORDAN

DAVIS School

Position

HT/WT

Georgia

6’6”, 340 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

0.0

CAREER STATS

11.5

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

In the 2022 NFL Draft, big men don’t come much bigger than Georgia defensive tackle Jordan Davis. A 340-pound behemoth who stands at an imposing 6’6”, Davis spurned the chance to go to the NFL to return for his senior season. In doing so, he’s elevated his stock to the point of being considered the best defensive tackle prospect in the class.

At 6’6” and 340 pounds, Davis is an imposing specimen at the heart of the defensive line. His sheer size and stength ensures he attracts double and even triple teams. While he has minimal pass-rush production, Davis allows others to thrive around him.

Davis is a gigantic man. When you’re as big as Davis is, it makes you a challenging object to manipulate. As a result, Davis sees more than his fair share of double teams. Although he isn’t particularly impactful in the passing game from a statistical standpoint, eating up those double-teams allows success from elsewhere. To steal his phrase:

Davis has fantastic speed for his size. He’s nimble on his toes, possesses a surprising change-of-direction ability, and can cover ground exceptionally well.

“If there’s two on me, somebody’s free.” Size itself doesn’t necessarily equate to success. Thankfully, Davis has a solid anchor that helps him to be an immovable object. There were very few examples of him giving up ground to aggressive linemen at the point of attack. He combines that with a powerful profile that allows him to force offensive linemen back upfield or laterally if required. In addition to being strong in both his upper and lower body, Davis exhibits powerful and violent hands. He also demonstrates excellent technical ability, routinely disengaging from blockers with smart hand usage. One of the most impressive aspects of Davis’ game is his athletic prowess. The Georgia DT has fantastic speed for his size. He’s nimble on his toes, possesses a surprising change-of-direction ability, and can cover ground exceptionally well. I recently likened him to an express train. Men of his size are not supposed to get up such a head of speed.

An immovable object with a solid anchor.

Strong in both his upper and lower body, Davis exhibits powerful and violent hands.

NEGATIVES Any time you have to come off the field, you decrease your value. Davis was on the field for less than 50% of Georgia’s defensive plays this season. Additionally, he has missed multiple games with injury in his career. While he’s shown improvement this year, Davis still poses less of a pass-rush threat than you’d like. The Georgia DT needs to develop a better pass-rush plan to maximize his athletic capability in this regard.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 3/4"

Broad Jump

10'3"

Arm Length

34”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

n/a

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

32"

40-yard

4.78

RAS

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153

DEMARVIN

LEAL School

Position

HT/WT

Texas A&M

6’4”, 290 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

12.5

8.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

133

43.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

DeMarvin Leal entered the season as the leading light of the interior defensive line class and a potential top-10 pick in the 2022 NFL Draft. The former five-star recruit might not have been able to exceed expectations in his final season with Texas A&M, but Leal possesses some alluring attributes that should see him highly regarded come April.

Leal is one of the most versatile linemen in the nation. The Aggies have used him in every conceivable alignment along the defensive front. Leal has demonstrated the ability to play with his hand in the ground or stood up.

The Texas A&M DT is one of the most versatile linemen in the nation. The Aggies have used him in every conceivable alignment along the defensive front during his two seasons in College Station. Leal has demonstrated the ability to play with his hand in the ground or stood up, with no discernible difference in his capacity to impact the game. He has the size to play inside as a defensive tackle but the explosion of a defensive end. Leal possesses exceptional athleticism for his size, impressive change-ofdirection ability, and enough speed to be a problem as an outside rusher. His athletic prowess means that Leal can effortlessly line up outside but work inside as a pass rusher. In addition to his size and athletic ability, Leal is blessed with remarkable arm length. This enables him to be disruptive in multiple ways. Leal uses his length at the point of attack to cause issues in the ground game. Additionally, he uses his arms to get up and disrupt the ball in the air. Although his pass-rush plan is a work in progress, Leal appears to have several tools in his armory. He has exhibited the ability to use push-pull, bull rush, and spin moves to find a way to win. His bull rush contains excellent power, routinely moving men upfield and into the path of their quarterback.

Leal possesses exceptional athleticism for his size, impressive change-of-direction ability, and enough speed to be a problem as an outside rusher. Leal appears to have several tools in his armory. He has exhibited the ability to use push-pull, bull rush, and spin moves.

NEGATIVES While versatility is a valuable attribute, Leal’s NFL positional projection is murky. To be considered a DT, he’ll need to add some muscle. As an edge rusher, he lacks some of the flexibility required at the next level. Leal needs to routinely execute a better pass-rush plan, putting together combinations. Leal struggles with the ability to disengage from blockers, needing to improve his hand usage.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/4"

Broad Jump

10'5"

Arm Length

32 1/2"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

n/a

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

40-yard

4.55

RAS

8.41

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154

PERRION

WINFREY School

Position

HT/WT

Oklahoma

6’4”, 303 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

5.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Perrion Winfrey made an excellent first impression at the FBS level in 2020. He only expanded on that in 2021, improving as a pass-rushing threat and better channeling his physical traits.

Winfrey has great size at around 6’4”, 303 pounds. He’s dense and compact but also has elite length with 35 1/2” arms. With high-end explosiveness, lateral agility, and twitch, he can channel that length and generate ample amounts of power.

Winfrey still isn’t a perfect prospect, but he’s trending up as a pass rusher, and his upside is through the roof. He can still further refine his hand usage and his passrushing arsenal before he reaches the NFL. However, as it stands, he can use violent rips and clubs, as well as capitalize on displacement with his lateral agiltiy and twitch.

Winfrey’s burst-length combination is rare, and it amounts to elite disruptive potential. Winfrey is also trending up with his hand usage. He has clubs, rips, swims, and spins in his arsenal, and his motor always runs at 100%. He can be disruptive versus the run as well.

Chief among Winfrey’s plus traits, however, is his elite combination of length and explosiveness. He’s lightning quick off the line, and he also has elite proportional length. His near-36-inch arms provide an absolutely devastating conduit for power generation. He can blast blockers back at the point of attack but also has the athleticism to win in other ways.

NEGATIVES

Winfrey has an unfair physical skill set, a wicked hot motor, and is only on the uptrend after a dominant Senior Bowl campaign. He’s a bona fide first-round prospect with astronomical upside at 3-technique. He’s one of the best defensive tackles in the 2022 NFL Draft.

Winfrey can still refine his game even after a stellar 2021 campaign and a eyepopping performance at the Senior Bowl. He can be uncoordinated and reckless at times with his hands. He still tries to win on traits alone at times and can be stymied by technicians. Additionally, Winfrey still pops up too upright out of his stance. This can sap at his momentum slightly. It also opens up more of his torso, erodes at his leverage, and makes him easier to handle.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/4”

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

35 1/2”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

85 5/8”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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155

DEVONTE

WYATT School

Position

HT/WT

Georgia

6’3”, 307 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

2.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

113

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Devonte Wyatt can strive for greater consistency as a pass rusher, but a lot of the hallmarks of a strong interior defender are there. He is explosive, tenacious, powerful, and well-balanced. He can get low, keep his balance, and flex to absorb power. And on top of all that, he has the lateral agility to manipulate leverage and keep blockers on their toes.

Wyatt stands at 6’3”, 307 pounds, with a uniquely dense and stout frame. Within that frame, he stores a lot of power and energy. He has great burst as well.

Better hand usage will allow Wyatt to further channel his physical traits. But already, he brings a lot of the desired qualities in a three-down defensive tackle. The Georgia product can hold down his gap in run defense with his strong base and natural leverage. And with his burst, agility, and force as a pass rusher, he can be a disruptor from multiple alignments. He’s also proven he can use club, rip, and swim moves in conjunction with his physical traits -- a good start for his NFL projection. Wyatt may not have elite length, but he still has good proportional length with his 33-inch arms. His arms are long enough to give him baseline utility, and he has a great profile outside of that. His hot motor ties his profile together. Wyatt is a great Day 2 option, with visible starting talent and scheme versatility. He’s probably best at 3-technique, but he took reps all across the line at Georgia and thrived between 1- and 4-technique.

Wyatt also has great lateral agility and twitch for his frame. He can spin off blocks and surge into space, as well as manipulate leverage. He can also leverage his twitch into immense amounts of force at the point of attack, and he has good flexibility. Strength, torque, power, and violent hands are also present on Wyatt’s tape. He has an array of rushing moves already.

NEGATIVES Wyatt can keep refining his hand usage. There’s room for him to be more consistent leveraging his explosiveness into power. Wyatt’s hands can be more precise, and his strikes can be cleaner. Wyatt’s extensions can be slow at times, and he doesn’t always exert his full violence capacity. He can also be a hair late reacting off the snap and give up too much cushion on stunts. There are times when Wyatt over-pursues and fails to finish reps. He can also be too upright at the contact point, effectively pausing his momentum.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/4”

Broad Jump

10’5”

Arm Length

32 1/2”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

78”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

40-yard

4.55

RAS

8.41

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156

PHIDARIAN

MATHIS School

Position

HT/WT

Alabama

6’4”, 313 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

10.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

129

10.5

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Phidarian Mathis’ anchor can be a little inconsistent at times, so two-gapping out of the gate might not be ideal at the NFL level. But still, with his size, power, length, and explosiveness, he translates well as a versatile interior lineman. The Alabama DT has the traits to line up from 0-technique to 3-technique, as well as stunt to the outside, making him fairly scheme-flexible.

Mathis has a stout, well-proportioned frame, with elite proportional length. He uses that length as a conduit for explosiveness and generates superb power.

Pad level and anchor placement are particular areas of concern for Mathis, especially if he wants to eventually become a stable two-gapper. But as it stands, he offers enough pass-rushing utility with his physical tools, and his motor and violent hands help compound that ability. Mathis has a bull-rush-rip combo, as well as arm-over and swim moves at his disposal. If he can keep his anchor consistent, he can be an able nose in a Tite (variation of 3-4) front, with 0 and 1-technique capabilities. Particularly in hybrid fronts, Mathis’ ability to move around the interior and rush from different angles would be maximized further. He may not be a quantifiably elite athlete, but Mathis still has more than enough burst, lateral athleticism, and violence in his hands to be a productive and multifaceted NFL starter — worth the cost of a Day 2 pick. And if he tests well enough, the top 32 isn’t out of the question.

Beyond his combination of explosiveness and power, Mathis flashes great lateral athleticism and ankle flexion. He also has the lateral burst to slide through gaps off the snap. Play strength is a plus. Mathis’ hands are fast and violent. He can stack rushing moves effectively. He also uses his length and strong base to anchor in run defense, and he has a tireless motor.

NEGATIVES Mathis’ first step isn’t elite. He can be a bit upright as a rusher. He also lacks elite pursuit speed. Mathis’ anchor isn’t infallible. He can be more consistent placing and latching his hands at times. Mathis can also do a better job timing his extensions with proper positioning to avoid lurching. He can better avoid exposing his torso as well. His stamina may wane during longer stretches on the field. He shouldn’t rush from 5-technique often. He can stunt outside, but his acceleration fades more quickly around the edge.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 3/8”

Broad Jump

9’1”

Arm Length

34 5/8”

Shuffle

4.91

Wingspan

83 1/2”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

23.5"

40-yard

4.89

RAS

n/a

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157

MATTHEW

BUTLER School

Position

HT/WT

Tennessee

6’4”, 299 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

8.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

148

15.5

9.5

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Matthew Butler can still strive for more consistency in several areas, but he comes with a relatively high floor as both a pass rusher and run defender. Even more exciting is the withstanding upside. Butler’s ceiling is high, and he still has a ways to go before reaching it.

Butler stands at around 6’4”, 299 pounds, with arms over 33 inches long. He has near-elite explosiveness as well. Together, Butler’s explosiveness and strong proportional length culminate into dangerous power. With his raw strength, Butler can wrench open lanes and tear down opposing anchors.

Butler is a supremely explosive DT with good proportional length, violent and combative hands, and a hot motor off the line. He also has exceptional lateral agility and flashes the ankle flexion necessary to pry around blockers and stunt from different alignments. Although he projects best at 3-technique, you can line Butler up anywhere from 0- to 4-technique and let him feast on different angles all day.

Butler can change directions relatively quickly and traverse gaps with his lateral agility, as well as swerve around moving blocks off the snap. Going further, Butler has the ankle flexion to stunt outside and accelerate around the edge.

With his explosiveness, length, power, agility, and violent style, Butler has definite starting potential and could be an impact player down the line. He can play in odd fronts as a defensive end or in even fronts as a defensive tackle. His hands can be more precise, and he pops out of his stance upright too much, but those issues can be cleaned up.

Butler can place his hands more precisely at times, and he can better capitalize on displacement. He can also be more consistent stacking rush moves.

The bottom line is Butler has the physical tools to be a mismatch for interior blockers. His Combine numbers will inflate his stock further. Butler had a 5.11 40-yard dash and a 32.5-inch vertical out of high school. Provided he tests well, Butler’s tape is good enough to challenge for top-100 real estate.

NEGATIVES

Butler can better load his punches and exert force efficiently. While he has twitch and energy, he needs to be more efficient channeling it. His pad level can also be too high, which impacts leverage and power conversion. The Tennessee DT lacks the elite strength and density to consistently break doubleteams and sometimes lacks control with his anchor.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9”

Broad Jump

9’4”

Arm Length

33 1/8”

Shuffle

4.81

Wingspan

82 1/4”

3 Cone

7.89

Bench Press

Vert Leap

32”

40-yard

RAS

7.02

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158

LOGAN

HALL School

Position

HT/WT

Houston

6’6”, 278 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

0.0

CAREER STATS

19.5

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Logan Hall has the build of a large edge rusher but more often plays inside, closer to 3-technique — lined up with the guard’s outside shoulder. However, he moves around at times, so the question is, where does he play at the next level?

Hall has great size and initial burst. He’s twitched-up, quick, and energetic off the snap, which helps him build momentum. He also has the lateral athleticism to slip by punches and penetrate gaps in the run game, as well as execute stunts and spins.

That question may not need a specific, one-way answer. Hall can be a mismatch on the interior with his burst, violence, and lateral athleticism. But he can also line up at 5-technique, build up speed around the edge, and drive tackles back with his power. Hall has the physical traits to be a matchup nightmare all across the line. On top of that, he routinely capitalizes on his physical foundation with violent hand usage. He has a vicious swim move, to go along with rips, bull rushes, and long-arms.

Hall has tons of power. With his burst and length, his speed-to-power can be devastating. His bull-rush and long-arm moves are dangerous, and he can bury defenders with his burst and power capacity.

There’s still work for Hall to do before he reaches his maximum ceiling. The Houston star could stand to add another 5-10 pounds at the NFL level. He can still work on stacking pass-rush moves with more consistency. And his pad level can be too high at times. That exposes his frame to blockers and can negate his momentum out of his stance. His run defense is also inconsistent. But after a strong Senior Bowl week, Hall could be viewed as a borderline top-50 talent in the NFL Draft. Put him at 3-technique in a Tite front, or move him around and let him feast on weekly mismatches. Either way, Hall has the potential to be a excellent pass-rushing catalyst at the next level.

Hall attacks with his hands and has an array of rushing moves at his disposal.

NEGATIVES Hall can play a bit too upright, which stalls his momentum and leg drive. He’s not the most bendy athlete, either. He has room to grow from a technical standpoint, although his floor is relatively high. He can do better to stack moves on top of his bull rush and add more counters to his game. He can be over-reliant on bull rushes and arm-overs. When his first move doesn’t work, his rushes can stall out. In run defense, Hall needs work. His frame can be overmatched inside, and he gives up too much surface area at times.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 5/8”

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

32 3/4”

Shuffle

4.44

Wingspan

80 1/4”

3 Cone

7.25

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

30"

40-yard

4.88

RAS

9.83

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159

TRAVIS

JONES School

Position

HT/WT

UConn

6’4”, 326 lbs

109

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

7.5

4.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

134

8.5

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

After missing a year following UConn’s opt-out of the 2020 season, Travis Jones has put himself firmly in the national spotlight with an impressive final season and an even more outstanding Senior Bowl showing. The promising and powerful defensive lineman has the potential to be an early-round pick in April.

An imposing figure, Jones uses his size to plug gaps in the run game. In addition to sheer size, he also possesses excellent length.

The Connecticut defensive tackle is a dangerous monster at the heart of the line who will bring disruptive ability to the NFL level. He uses this size to plug gaps in the ground game exceptionally well. In addition to his obvious size, Jones possesses excellent length for the position. Weaponizing his size is incredible lower body strength, which enables him to anchor and root to the spot. It is rare to see him moved backward upon contact, and he routinely uses powerful leg drive to push the pocket back towards the quarterback. Jones has an incredibly powerful punch that allows him to shock offensive linemen at the point of attack. He can punch, extend, and manipulate his opponent impressively and with unerring regularity. Jones has also showcased impressively fast hand speed to disengage from blockers easily. He can use that speed and length to knife through double-teams and make a play on the ball carrier. He also possesses intelligence and awareness to locate running backs amidst traffic. He does his best work against the ground game, routinely finding a way to bring the ball carrier down at or behind the line of scrimmage. As a tackler, he utilizes his upper body strength to halt forward progression and can be seen hauling his man to the ground. Jones also creates opportunities for his teammates by regularly attracting doubleteams (and sometimes triple-teams). Yet, he’s capable of defeating them to wreak havoc himself. In addition to his on-field profile, the Connecticut defensive tackle also possesses high character as a member of the program’s leadership council.

Jones has incredible lower body strength, enabling him to anchor and root to the spot. It is rare to see him moved backward upon contact, and he can push the pocket with ease. Powerful punch, length, and hand speed allow him to manipulate his opponent with unerring regularity. Versatile with the ability to play anywhere from the nose tackle to 3-tech at the next level.

NEGATIVES To be considered a three-down threat at the NFL level, he needs to develop more pass-rush moves and the ability to combine them as counters. Jones needs to ensure he consistently plays with a low pad level. The UConn DT projects as a better run defender than puss rusher, although he possesses pass-rush upside.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/4”

Broad Jump

9’2”

Arm Length

34”

Shuffle

4.58

Wingspan

82 3/4”

3 Cone

7.33

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

28.5"

40-yard

4.92

RAS

9.65

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160

JOHN

RIDGEWAY School

Position

HT/WT

Arkansas

6’4”, 327 lbs

119

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

0.0

CAREER STATS

141

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

In just one season at the FBS level, Arkansas defensive tackle John Ridgeway has established himself as an intriguing 2022 NFL Draft prospect. The former Illinois State DT transferred to elevate his NFL Draft stock, and Ridgeway certainly did that in his sole season with the Razorbacks. After missing the opening game of the season against Rice, he showed out with a sack in his debut against Texas. He also registered a second sack against LSU and had multiple tackles in every game except two during the 2021 season. In his first campaign at the highest level of college football, Ridgeway attracted attention with career highs for tackles for loss (4) and sacks (2).

At almost 6’5” and 327 pounds, Ridgeway is an imposing figure at the heart of the defensive line. He combines that with excellent length and large, powerful, and violent hands.

While Ridgeway is built like an NFL defensive tackle, he also possesses the physicality to have success at the next level. His scouting report showcases powerful and violent hands that he routinely uses to shock opposing offensive linemen at the point of attack. In addition to power in his hands, Ridgeway showcases impressive upper body strength to control his opponent.

NEGATIVES

This is apparent in his ability to push the pocket backward. However, Ridgeway isn’t restricted to solely winning with power. The Arkansas DT showcases some impressive technical attributes. He possesses a push-pull technique that he uses to get into the backfield. Furthermore, he knows how to use his length and excellent handwork to disengage from blockers.

The Arkansas DT doesn’t have the fast footwork of some of his contemporaries at the position. Furthermore, he doesn’t possess the versatility of some DTs in the class. His experience is effectively limited to the nose tackle position.

Ridgeway can win with upper body strength but also has some technical ability, including an impressive push-pull move. He can also disengage well from blockers. As you’d expect from a man of his size, he routinely attracts double-teams. A highmotor player whose contributions aren’t always reflected in the box score.

Although Ridgeway’s size makes him an imposing prospect, it also works against him. He often plays with his pad level too high. Ridgeway doesn’t always show good lower body power. He struggles to anchor against more powerful offensive linemen.

A high-motor prospect, Ridgeway keeps on working until the whistle blows. This was apparent throughout his first exposure at the FBS level. He keeps his legs working, and some of his production this year was as a result of this. What you won’t see in the box score is the way that the Arkansas DT attracts double-teams.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/4”

Broad Jump

8’5”

Arm Length

33 5/8”

Shuffle

4.73

Wingspan

81 3/8”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

5.3

RAS

4.6

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161

CHRISTOPHER

HINTON School

Position

HT/WT

Michigan

6’4”, 310 lbs

125

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

0.0

CAREER STATS

3.5

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Christopher Hinton’s recruiting pedigree and NFL bloodline will generate some excitement. And on tape, there are occasional flashes, especially in run defense. He has a strong base and an NFL frame, and he can be a decent rotational lineman on early downs.

Hinton has great density and a strong base. He’s built like an offensive lineman in some ways. His lower body is particularly strong and sturdy, and he can use his width and density to absorb copious amounts of power. He has some alignment versatility as well.

Having said all this, there are some concerns regarding Hinton’s upside. His explosive capacity remained a question heading into 2021, and more often than not, he failed to get off the line with requisite quickness. He’s not an overwhelming elite athlete, and he doesn’t have exceptional length or power, either.

Hinton has decent lateral mobility for his size when stunting. He can also use that mobility to shade into gaps as a run defender. Hinton can generate decent power with his leg drive, and he also has the ability to disengage and wrap up ball carriers in run defense.

Stylistically, Hinton is more of a space-eating lineman than a penetrator at this point -but he’s also a bit too small to play nose. If he can further tap into his athletic upside, perhaps he can expand beyond that designation. There’s also the possibility that Hinton could add weight to his frame and move into a full-time nose role.

NEGATIVES

Nevertheless, Hinton currently fills a mold that’s slowly becoming outdated in the modern NFL. And in a defensive tackle class that’s steadily appearing stronger, he could be flushed down the board. As of now, he looks like a late-Day 3 pick at best. His run defense could earn fans, but he doesn’t offer much dynamic upside beyond that.

Hinton’s explosiveness is average at best, and his first step is ordinary. He’s lumbering as a mover, and he’s not light on his feet. He doesn’t quite have elite length, and he can sacrifice his balance by lurching to try and compensate. Hinton sometimes struggles to reach the point of attack first. He both lacks the burst and comes up with his pad level too high at times. Once he loses at the contact point, he can be easy to move off-base. He can eat space, but he’s hardly disruptive, and he didn’t progress much in 2021.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/2”

Broad Jump

8’10”

Arm Length

32 3/8”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

n/a

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

31.5”

40-yard

5.28

RAS

6.62

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162

HASKELL

GARRETT School

Position

HT/WT

Ohio State

6’1”, 298 lbs

167

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

5.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

13.5

7.5

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Having overcome adversity in 2020, Ohio State defensive tackle Haskell Garrett opted to return for one final season before declaring for the 2022 NFL Draft. His final season was the most productive of his career, resulting in first-team All-Big Ten honors while being named the Polynesian College Football Player of the Year.

Garrett has an excellent first step, possessing explosiveness beyond his size.

The graduate senior defensive tackle offers some impressive athletic ability. The 298-pound interior lineman has an excellent first step, possessing explosiveness beyond his size. You only have to watch him rumble into the end zone on a “big man” touchdown to appreciate the speed he possesses relative to his size. Combined with solid lateral agility, Garrett’s athletic ability allows him to be a dangerous gap penetrator. The Ohio State DT showcases the ability to use body control to dip under offensive linemen and can also knife between double-team blocks by contorting his body away from contact. In addition to his athletic ability, Garrett possesses some technical upside. On his tape, there are good examples of him using clean footwork and hand technique to fight his way effortlessly into the backfield. Garrett also showcases excellent competitive toughness. The Ohio State DT has a hotrunning motor. There is no such thing as half measures, and he often chases players downfield until the whistle stops. Furthermore, Garrett possesses impressive strength. There are several examples of him pushing the pocket on film and displaying a decent bull rush. His strength is evident when tackling, as he routinely wraps up and forces his man to the ground. Finally, Garrett has exhibited versatility at the college level. He’s seen multiple DT alignments for Ohio State, ranging from 1-technique all the way out to 5-technique.

Combined with solid lateral agility, Garrett’s athletic ability allows him to be a dangerous gap penetrator. Uses body control to dip under offensive linemen and can also knife between double-team blocks by contorting his body away from contact. Showcases clean footwork and hand technique. Garrett possesses impressive strength. There are several examples of him pushing the pocket on film and displaying a decent bull rush.

NEGATIVES Garrett is a little on the small side. As a result, his versatility at the college level may not translate to the NFL. He will likely be considered a pure 3-technique by the league. He’ll need to develop a deeper repertoire of pass-rush moves and the ability to string these moves together to counter. Garrett struggles against double-team blocks. He needs to develop more strength to combat this.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 7/8”

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

32 1/4”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

78”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

24”

40-yard

5.07

RAS

3.25

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163

OHIO STATE DT HASKELL GARRETT PRE-DRAFT INTERVIEW ON GIVING BACK OFF THE FIELD

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164

OTITO

OGBONNIA School

Position

HT/WT

UCLA

6’3”, 326 lbs

217

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

0.0

CAREER STATS

8.5

4.5

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Otito Ogbonnia translates best as a 0-technique or 1-technique in odd fronts. But he might not be ready to start right away. There are things he needs to clean up before he reaches that point.

Ogbonnia has an extremely strong lower body and good straight-line explosiveness for his size. He can stand his ground in run defense with his strong base and anchor. With his explosiveness, power, and length, he can knife through gaps with force.

As a run defender, Ogbonnia has the lower body density, anchor, and initial burst to be an effective player. And he has the capacity to lower his pads and surge into his opponent’s torso. But right now, Ogbonnia comes off the line too high too often. He gives up too much surface area, and he gets moved too easily to be relied upon as a two-gap DT on Day 1.

Ogbonnia has the capacity to lower his pads and shoot his hands off the snap. He can drive forward immense power and plow blockers back. He maintains his anchor on the move and clogs lanes well. Moreover, he can club and rip at opposing anchors. Ogbonnia brings great hustle as well.

As a pass rusher, there are more questions with Ogbonnia. He’s not very spry laterally or flexible in contact situations. He also doesn’t have a fully fleshed-out arsenal of pass-rush moves. With his explosiveness and straight-line power, he has some upside, but he’s not an incredibly versatile or dynamic player. He can be the fulcrum of a line, but he can’t move far out beyond that. There are enough tools to bank on Ogbonnia as a developmental nose tackle in the middle rounds. And at the Senior Bowl, he flashed a ton with his explosiveness and tenacity on the line. But before he can be counted on as an early-down starter, he needs to find more consistency with his balance, pad level, and hand placement. Luckily, most of Ogbonnia’s flaws are fixable, and he has a good mindset, as well as high upside. He’s well-worth the investment with his explosiveness and power, and he can be an effective starting nose tackle down the line.

NEGATIVES Ogbonnia comes off the line with his pad level too high at times. This impacts his balance and leverage. When Ogbonnia opens up his torso and keeps his hands too wide, he can be driven back fairly easily. His hands don’t always strike cleanly. Ogbonnia’s tendency to be somewhat upright out of his stance can sap at his momentum and open up surface area for blockers. He doesn’t have great control or balance as a pass rusher. Ogbonnia’s inconsistent balance can knock him off his spot when in two-gap responsibility.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10”

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

35 1/8”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

84 3/4”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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UCLA DL OTITO OGBONNIA PRE-DRAFT INTERVIEW ON HIS TECHNIQUE IMPROVEMENTS IN COLLEGE

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166

ZACHARY

CARTER School

Position

HT/WT

Florida

6’3”, 287 lbs

288

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

11.5

7.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

102

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

While education might have been the primary driver behind a return to school for 2021, Zachary Carter’s NFL Draft stock has also benefited from his decision. Following the most productive season of his career, Carter has asserted himself as a disruptive and versatile defensive line prospect in this 2022 NFL Draft class.

A versatile defensive prospect, Carter has experience playing as a 3-4 defensive end. He’s also aligned as a traditional outside defensive end in a four-man front. Tasked with rushing the passer from the 3-technique and 5-technique alignment.

Listing him simply as a DE or DT prospect doesn’t do justice to his ability to satisfy several roles. Carter has experience playing as a 3-4 defensive end from his time with the Gators. Furthermore, he’s also lined up as a traditional outside defensive end in a four-man front. Carter has also been tasked with rushing the passer from the 3-technique and 5-technique alignment.

Carter has shown flashes of natural bend as a pass rusher off the edge and demonstrates the use of swim, spin, and rip moves as a pass rusher. A strong defensive prospect with a violent punch. Carter possesses impressive lateral agility.

Carter’s 6’3”, 287-pound form would suggest he fits best on the interior of the defensive line at the next level. However, that would be a disservice to his ability as a genuine 4-3 defensive end prospect. Carter has shown flashes of natural bend as a pass rusher off the edge and demonstrates the use of swim, spin, and rip moves.

NEGATIVES

He’s blessed with decent length, which he puts to good use as a pass rusher. That length is also apparent when taking on blockers. He can use a single long arm to hold a blocker at bay.

The Florida defensive lineman needs to improve timing of his first step at the line of scrimmage.

Carter possesses some impressive strength as a defensive line prospect. He can move offensive linemen and blocking tight ends with force at times. The Florida defensive lineman has demonstrated pop with his initial punch, with the ability to shock players when he makes clean contact. His strength is also apparent in how he goes into battle with double-team blocks that he faces regularly. While he may not have the same elite athletic profile as some defensive line prospects, Carter does show some lateral agility. There were multiple examples in the games studied where he appeared to attack the outside shoulder but seamlessly switched inside to attack from the inside shoulder.

Carter needs to finish plays more routinely, as he can often be a little late to impact the quarterback as a pass rusher.

Carter needs to work on his reading of the game. In the contests studied, he was often fooled by RPO plays, where he would misdiagnose the ball carrier.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/4”

Broad Jump

9’2”

Arm Length

33 1/2"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

81”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

Vert Leap

27.5”

40-yard

4.99

RAS

6.72

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EDGE

EDGE PFN CONSENSUS BIG BOARD RANKINGS NAME

SCHOOL

POS RANK

OVERALL RANK

Kayvon Thibodeaux

Oregon

David Ojabo

Michigan

Aidan Hutchinson

Michigan

George Karlaftis

Purdue

Jermaine Johnson II

Florida State

Travon Walker

Georgia

Kingsley Enagbare

South Carolina

Sam Williams

Ole Miss

Cameron Thomas

San Diego State

Myjai Sanders

Cincinnati

Drake Jackson

USC

Arnold Ebiketie

Penn State

Boye Mafe

Minnesota

Nik Bonitto

Oklahoma

Isaiah Thomas

Oklahoma

Amaré Barno

Virginia Tech

139

DeAngelo Malone

Western Kentucky

152

Josh Paschal

Kentucky

162

Tyreke Smith

Ohio State

163

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EDGE PFN CONSENSUS BIG BOARD RANKINGS

NAME

SCHOOL

POS RANK

OVERALL RANK

Dominique Robinson

Miami (OH)

165

Jeffrey Gunter

Coastal Carolina

188

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170

KAYVON

THIBODEAUX School

Position

HT/WT

Oregon

EDGE

6’5”, 258 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

0.0

CAREER STATS

126

35.5

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

While there is a perception that Kayvon Thibodeaux had a disappointing final season for Oregon, there’s no doubting his candidacy as one of, if not the top prospect in the 2022 NFL Draft. A freak athlete whose pass-rush ability sometimes overshadows his excellent run-stopping capability, Thibodeaux should be a consideration for the first overall selection in April.

Thibodeaux is fast, explosive, agile, and possesses an exceptional change-of-direction ability.

At 6’5”, he has the ideal size to play the defensive end position in the NFL. Thibodeaux is also gifted with extraordinary length. He can utilize his long arms to keep opposing offensive tackles at bay while also wrapping up ball carriers in the ground game.

He can also effortlessly transition from attacking outside to winning inside, possessing pass-rush versatility.

Thibodeaux is blessed with insane athletic ability. He’s fast, explosive, and agile, with an exceptional change-of-direction ability. His explosive first step at the line of scrimmage causes nightmares for the man tasked with halting his progress to the quarterback. The Oregon defensive end effortlessly translates speed to power as a rusher and routinely forces linemen backward into their quarterback’s path. The combination of agility and speed gives him a clear advantage in rushing off the edge. Yet, he can also effortlessly transition from attacking outside to winning inside, possessing pass-rush versatility. For as impressive as his pass-rush potential at the next level is, Thibodeaux also dominates in the ground game. He has the football intelligence to fight through traffic and locate the ball carrier. His speed ensures he can chase down a ball carrier further downfield, and he also demonstrates an excellent understanding of angles to make a play. Thibodeaux plays hard on 100% of the plays in 100% of the games. Off the field, he appears to be a highly intelligent, driven, and motivated individual. He has spoken at length about using his platform to help support his local neighborhood of South Central Los Angeles.

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The Oregon defensive end effortlessly translates speed to power as a rusher and routinely forces linemen backward into their quarterback’s path.

Thibodeaux possesses the football intelligence to fight through traffic and locate the ball carrier in the run game.

NEGATIVES Thibodeaux will need to consistently deploy an array of pass-rush tools to succeed in the NFL. The Oregon Duck has exhibited some tools in his arsenal, but he needs to refine them and use them more often. Multiple examples on tape where he loses his footing as he bends around the edge. Needs to ensure he remains balanced around the outside track. Finally, he can add a little more muscle to his frame ahead of his transition to the NFL.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 3/4”

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

33 1/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

79 1/2"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

4.58

RAS

9.66

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171

DAVID

OJABO School

Position

HT/WT

Michigan

EDGE

6’5”, 250 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

0.0

CAREER STATS

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Physically, David Ojabo checks every box you look for. In elite quantities, he’s proven to have explosiveness, lateral agility, flexibility, and length. He has great power capacity from combining that burst and length, and he’s also shown he can multitask — using multiple traits at once to generate disruption.

Ojabo has impressive length and a fairly dense frame. That length provides a dangerous conduit for power. Ojabo’s frame is made even more dangerous by the exceptional athleticism contained within it. He has top-tier explosiveness off the snap, along with elite lateral agility and impressive bend.

That multitasking ability is rare, and it’s vital in high-level pass rushers. And when you see it in such a talented player like Ojabo, it’s impossible to ignore.

Ojabo has also shown he knows how to combine elements in rapid succession. He can keep his balance while flexing and contorting, and he’s flashed legitimate multitasking ability in a small sample size. He can use ghost and rip moves.

There’s still much Ojabo can improve upon, as he can be inconsistent in both phases. Especially as a pass rusher, his hand usage has room for further refinement. And while he flashes in run defense, he can be inconsistent maintaining positioning and setting the edge. But already, the Michigan DE has shown he can capitalize on his searing explosiveness with violent, calculated rushing moves. His elite physical profile and astronomical upside, combined with his constant growth in 2021, makes him worthy of early first-round consideration as a stand-up edge rusher.

NEGATIVES Ojabo’s hands are still a work in progress. He doesn’t always have a plan and appears to be experimenting at times. That indecision can sap away at his momentum and power. Ojabo can also be more consistent capitalizing on displacement with his hands. When he over-relies on his physical traits, his rushes can stall at the apex. He also can do a better job stacking counters. Ojabo’s play strength also isn’t elite. He can be suffocated by stronger tackles and struggle to disengage from anchors in both run and pass defense.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/4"

Broad Jump

10'5"

Arm Length

32 1/2”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

n/a

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

40-yard

4.55

RAS

8.41

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172

AIDAN

HUTCHINSON School

Position

HT/WT

Michigan

EDGE

6’6”, 265 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

16.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

156

27.5

17.5

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Some elements of Aidan Hutchinson’s game popped over the course of his historic 2021 campaign, most notably his red-hot motor, violent hands, lateral agility, and speed-to-power conversion.

While not elite, Hutchinson has above-average explosiveness, and he can hone his explosiveness more by improving his stance. Hutchinson has impressive twitch and energy, and he flashes great lateral agility. He can use brisk outside-inside moves and set up tackles by flashing his hands.

However, rewatching the 2021 tape unearthed some concerns that may have been lost in the midseason hype. Hutchinson has above-average explosiveness off the line, but he’s not elite like his teammate David Ojabo. Hutchinson’s upright style further erodes that explosiveness. He often plays with his pads too high. With a high pad level, he can’t always launch out of his stance at full speed, and he can’t attain superior leverage and attack the torso consistently.

Hutchinson is an extremely violent, relentless player. His motor truly never quits. When he doesn’t win right away, his sheer effort can lead him to sacks. He generates good speed to power, and attacks the torso. He’s also good in run defense.

NEGATIVES

Hutchinson isn’t an efficient mover, and he can be prone to stiffness as a result. Furthermore, he lacks elite hip flexibility. He can absorb power with his torso, but his hips can lock up at the top of his rushes, preventing him from pinching the corner. His length also isn’t elite, and he’s average at best with his proportional frame.

Hutchinson is a good athlete, but he lacks elite burst off the line. His first step isn’t overwhelming, and he can be upright in his stance. That upright nature can sap at his momentum. He has some lateral stiffness at times in space, and his length is average, which can limit him.

Hutchinson still has a good athletic skill set. And that skill set is compounded tenfold by his relentless attitude, never-ending motor, constant twitch, and combative, violent hands. That constant motor, combined with an athletic profile above the requisite threshold, is why the Michigan DE is viewed as a top-10 pick. His ceiling might not be as high as other rushers, but he can still be an impact starter with his motor, relentless violence, and above-average physical tools.

Hutchinson brings violent hands, but he’s not always precise, and he can still be more consistent stacking counters. He’s not always coordinated and has some wasted motion. His hips also lock up at times when attempting to bend around the apex.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/4"

Broad Jump

9’9”

Arm Length

32 1/8"

Shuffle

4.15

Wingspan

78 1/8"

3 Cone

6.73

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

36”

40-yard

4.74

RAS

9.85

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173

GEORGE

KARLAFTIS School

Position

HT/WT

Purdue

EDGE

6’4”, 275 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

4.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

From Athens, Greece, to West Lafayette, George Karlaftis’ journey has seen a remarkable ascent to pass-rush dominance at Purdue. Suitably, the player the “Grecian Goliath” is most commonly compared to is Ryan Kerrigan, who just so happened to be Purdue’s Round 1 prospect in 2011. There’s every chance that Karlaftis achieves that same success as one of the top players in the 2022 NFL Draft class.

A surprising athlete for his size, Karlaftis displays excellent burst, can change direction smoothly, and can often be found chasing down the opposition.

Standing at 6’4” and weighing 275 pounds, Karlaftis is easily recognizable on the end of the Purdue defensive line. In fact, the Purdue product puts the “big” in big defensive end.

A former track and field star, Karlaftis possesses impressive upper body strength.

He was predominantly used on the edge during his freshman season, although he did see some usage inside. He saw more time inside as a sophomore when Purdue switched to an odd front for their defensive line. Put simply, his size means that Karlaftis will be scheme-versatile at the NFL level, increasing his value in the draft.

NEGATIVES

With size comes impressive strength. Karlaftis’ high school heroics in track and field are a testament to his incredible upper body strength. The Purdue DE uses this on the football field, with multiple examples of him walking opposing linemen back towards the quarterback when hitting them square on.

Examples of failure to wrap up the ball carrier allowed for unnecessary extra yardage given up. This could be potentially due to smaller arms compared to some EDGE prospects in this class.

Karlaftis has the technical tools to be an impactful pass rusher at the next level. He’s showcased several pass-rush moves, including a potent bull rush, while being able to combine moves to counter.

Despite relative inexperience, he showcases impressive football IQ.

The Purdue DE needs to work on shedding blockers more quickly to impact the ground game consistently.

The most impressive aspect of Karlaftis’ scouting report is his overall athleticism. For his size, he moves incredibly well. He displays excellent burst, can change direction smoothly, and has the ankle flexion to bend the edge better than you would expect. From a technical perspective, Karlaftis has the tools to be an impactful pass rusher at the next level. His hand usage allows him to overcome offensive tackles around the edge. Moreover, the Greece product has demonstrated several pass-rush moves in his arsenal. Furthermore, he can read what the offensive lineman offers him and win accordingly. This is best shown by multiple examples of him attacking outside then winning inside against a soft inside shoulder.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/4"

Broad Jump

10'1"

Arm Length

32 5/8”

Shuffle

4.36

Wingspan

78 7/8”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

Vert Leap

38”

40-yard

n/a

RAS

8.71

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174

JERMAINE

JOHNSON II School

Position

HT/WT

Florida State

EDGE

6’4”, 259 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

17.5

11.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

106

24.5

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

From academically ineligible to one of the best draft-eligible players at his position, Jermaine Johnson II is a rapidly ascending 2022 NFL Draft prospect following his final season and performance at the Senior Bowl. His journey has been one of struggle, internal reflection, and last chances. Ultimately, his talent has prevailed with a firstround selection the likely reward for his efforts.

Johnson has played both sides of the formation at defensive end and has experience at outside linebacker. Showcasing coverage ability as well as pass-rush and runstopping prowess, he is truly versatile.

Versatility as a defensive player is becoming a more valuable attribute. During his college career, the Florida State defensive end has played with his hand in the dirt and stood up over the tackle. Additionally, during his time at Georgia, Johnson was tasked with playing outside linebacker. As a result, he is equally adept at dropping back into coverage. Johnson’s athletic ability has been lauded since his high school days. He routinely shows this speed in pursuit, and there were several examples in the games studied of him tracking down a player beyond the line of scrimmage. Athletic ability isn’t defined purely by speed, however. Johnson also has an impressive first step, explosiveness at the line of scrimmage, and has showcased remarkable lateral agility. He uses this lateral agility to be a disruptive force at the line of scrimmage. He can seamlessly shift from attacking the outside track to pressuring from the interior of the defensive line. If he maintains his pursuit around the outside, he has the speed, explosiveness, and bend to get to the quarterback successfully. Johnson displays impressive strength at the point of attack. He easily overpowers running backs and tight ends tasked with halting his pursuit of the opposition passer. The FSU DE can hit with violence, and he also uses his strength to disengage from blockers. Johnson also possesses a tidy arsenal of pass-rush moves. He showcases spin, swipe, swim moves, and a potent bull rush. He also has the length to ensure he can be disruptive at the point of attack in multiple ways.

An incredible athlete, he possesses speed, impressive first step, explosiveness at the line of scrimmage, and has showcased remarkable lateral agility. Strength, violent hands, a tidy arsenal of pass-rush moves, and the length to disengage from blockers make him an all-around exceptional prospect.

NEGATIVES Johnson can sometimes be overwhelmed by bigger offensive tackles. Johnson often relies on his physicality rather than technique to disengage from blockers. While he showcases the ability to bend around the edge with good ankle flexion, he isn’t the most flexible pass-rush prospect in this regard.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 7/8"

Broad Jump

10'5"

Arm Length

34”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

81 5/8”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

32”

40-yard

4.58

RAS

n/a

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175

TRAVON

WALKER School

Position

HT/WT

Georgia

EDGE

6’5”, 275 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

7.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

9.5

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Athletic, tough, high effort, and character. Those are the hallmarks of an exceptional football player, and an exceptional football player is exactly what Georgia Bulldogs defensive lineman Travon Walker has become.

Long, 6’5” frame capable of carrying variable weight without any detriment to his athletic ability, allowing positional versatility between DT and DE.

For the first two seasons at Georgia, he was a 290-pound defensive tackle. For his junior season, he dropped to 275 pounds and played both as an edge rusher and interior defensive lineman. Walker blurs the lines between what is possible at both positions.

Walker is explosive off the snap. He has excellent lateral agility, allowing him to cut from outside to the interior in the blink of an eye. Lateral agility allows him to scrape across the line easily, making him dangerous against the run. Arm length is evident at the point of attack, as is his strength.

His long frame means he can comfortably carry a substantial weight gain without any detriment to his athletic ability. If the NFL wants him as a traditional 300-pound defensive tackle, you better believe that the Georgia man can.

Walker posssesses a potent initial punch and multiple pass-rush moves.

From that perspective, Walker offers valuable versatility. He’s taken snaps across the defensive front, from outside end all the way inside to 1-tech. Furthermore, Georgia will have him stand up and drop back into coverage at times.

Walker needs to ensure he consistently combines pass-rush moves to be able to counter if his initial plan fails.

That should tell you everything you need to know about his athletic ability. Walker is explosive off the snap. He has excellent lateral agility, allowing him to cut from outside to the interior in the blink of an eye. He can effortlessly jump from the B-gap to the A-gap in one seamless movement. Furthermore, his lateral agility allows him to scrape across the line easily, making him dangerous against the run. Against the run, he showcases tremendous speed in pursuit. He also puts his long levers to use tackling from behind. It’s almost impossible for a ball carrier to escape his clutches when he latches his long arms around them. Walker’s arm length is evident at the point of attack. Amongst multiple pass-rush moves, he routinely displays a long arm that helps him manipulate offensive linemen. His strength is evident at the point of attack, too. He drives even the sturdiest offensive linemen backward with a potent initial punch and routinely walks his blocker back into the quarterback.

NEGATIVES

For someone with his length, you’d expect him to consistently wrap up, but there were examples of him failing in this regard. The timing and placement of Walker’s initial punch can be off, decreasing his chances of success.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 3/4”

Broad Jump

10’3”

Arm Length

35 1/2"

Shuffle

4.32

Wingspan

84 1/4”

3 Cone

6.89

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

35.5"

40-yard

n/a

RAS

9.99

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176

KINGSLEY

ENAGBARE School

Position

HT/WT

South Carolina

EDGE

6’3”, 261 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

4.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

120

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Although 2021 was something of a disappointment compared to his highly productive, All-SEC campaign of 2020, Kingsley Enagbare’s size, power, and versatility are all alluring attributes that should see him still assert himself as an earlyround selection in a talented 2022 NFL Draft EDGE class.

Enagbare is an explosive edge defender who has an impressive first step. For a player of his size, he showcases impressive athletic ability with some bend off the edge as a result of decent body control and footwork.

At 6’3” and 261 pounds, Enagbare has the size to play defensive end in the NFL. His listed weight has been as high as 270 pounds — as he emerged from high school, there was thought that he could get even heavier. This allows him to line up across the defensive line. Enagbare offers positional versatility. He can play with his hand in the dirt or standing up. He’s also been tasked with dropping into coverage for the Gamecocks. Enagbare possesses excellent explosion, with a quick first step that allows him to win at the point of attack. He also demonstrates some ability to bend around the edge with decent body control and footwork. Enagbare reportedly worked out with the South Carolina defensive backs coach, and you can see the results of that work in his ability to backpedal when dropping back into coverage. His play speed combined with his relentless motor ensures he’s disruptive not only as a pass rusher, but hunting down ball carriers.

In addition to his athletic ability, Enagbare uses impressive length and technical ability to be a danger at the point of attack. Enagbare possesses an arsenal of pass-rush moves, including swim and push-pull techniques and a potent bull rush. Versatile defensive player who’s played multiple alignments.

NEGATIVES Enagbare has some athletic limitations laterally, impacting his efficiency against the run. Enagbare possesses only sufficient bend as a pass rusher. This could be an issue as the NFL trends towards bendier edge rushers. He needs to improve timing in terms of hand usage and getting to the quarterback.

In addition to his athletic ability, Enagbare uses impressive length and technical ability to be a danger at the point of attack. He can extend his arms to keep offensive tackles at bay, and he showcases violence with his hands when he makes clean and timely contact. The South Carolina defensive lineman uses his length to disengage from blockers in the run game.

Potential injury concerns resulting from hip surgery and missed time during his junior season.

Enagbare excels as a pass rusher. He possesses an arsenal of pass-rush moves, including swim and push-pull techniques. There were multiple examples on film of him pile driving opposing offensive linemen to the ground with a potent bull rush.

Hand Size

10 5/8”

Broad Jump

9'9"

Arm Length

34 3/4"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

83 5/8”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

36.5”

40-yard

4.87

RAS

6.48

Prospect Measurements

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177

SAM

WILLIAMS School

Position

HT/WT

Ole Miss

EDGE

6’3”, 252 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

12.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

134

32.5

22.5

4.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

2021 was a revelation for Sam Williams. Coming into the year, the Ole Miss pass rusher was a hyper-athletic edge defender with almost no refinement. Not only did Williams produce at a much higher clip in 2021, but he showed off improved hand usage in the process.

Williams is an elite athlete at the EDGE position. At 6’3”, 252 pounds, he has great length and a compact, well-built frame with 34-inch arms. He channels his length well with his high-end explosiveness and closing speed off the snap.

There’s still more work to be done for Williams, which was evident at the Senior Bowl. There are still instances where he lacks a plan and tries to win on traits alone. But over the course of the season, Williams was able to channel his traits more effectively and capitalize on displacement with rushing moves. He used inside and outside swims, club-rip combos, and also showed he could bend fairly well around the edge while ripping his anchor.

Williams has a torrid first step, which he can use to generate displacement. From there, he can flex his ankles around the apex and rip himself free using his hands. Williams’ motor ran more consistently in 2021, and he also offers solid ability in run defense. He can hold strong at the edge.

NEGATIVES

Williams is one of the most well-put-together athletes in a stacked EDGE class. He’s long, sturdy, and has near-elite explosiveness, as well as lateral agility and aboveaverage bend. He can also strike his opponent’s torso and generate power, and he flashed the ability to stack counters this past season.

While Williams improved his hand usage in 2021, there’s still room for him to keep refining his game. He can more consistently stack moves. Though he’s shown the capacity to do so, he sometimes tries to win on traits alone. When he doesn’t use his hands, he can expose his torso and be easy to handle for more athletic tackles.

Williams still isn’t perfect. He has room to more consistently attack with his hands. But 2021 was a noticeable step up, and he’s a top-tier athlete with all the necessary physical traits. The big wild card for Williams will be character. He has some red flags in his past, but if teams conduct checks and give him the green light, he’s easily a top-50 talent, at the very least.

While Williams has solid ankle flexion, his bend isn’t elite. His torso can get locked up at times, and he can be more consistent accelerating around the edge. He can also lose balance amidst contact.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 7/8”

Broad Jump

10'3"

Arm Length

34 1/8”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

80 5/8”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

32.5"

40-yard

4.46

RAS

9.53

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CAMERON

THOMAS School

Position

HT/WT

San Diego State

EDGE

6’4”, 264 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

20.5

10.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

155

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

San Diego State’s Cameron Thomas is an explosive, athletic, powerful, big, long, and technically savvy defensive end. He has the potential to penetrate the first round come April despite facing stiff competition in an impressively deep 2022 NFL Draft EDGE class.

Behind his imposing physical frame lies an incredibly powerful athlete. Thomas moves people at the point of attack with unerring ease, regardless of his alignment.

Thomas looks like a full-grown man at the line of scrimmage. Behind his imposing physical frame lies an incredibly powerful athlete. Thomas moves people at the point of attack with ease. This is evident across the line, whether he’s rushing from a wide alignment or engaging from the numerous spots he’s played across the defensive formation. He possesses brute strength but also incredibly powerful hands. His punch is devastating, and he has lightning-fast handwork. Furthermore, he’s extremely adept at disengaging from blockers in a timely manner in order to stop the run behind the line. When you combine his hand technique with his impressive athleticism, Thomas is a difficult man to stop. He wins with unerring ease, whether attacking outside or on the interior. He can go through, around, and even in between blockers. For a big man, Thomas makes himself skinny to knife through gaps with apparent simplicity. He regularly attracts double-team blocks, and they regularly fail. Thomas has an impressive array of pass-rush tools. He showcases a potent bull rush, a swim move that could carry him across an ocean in a hurry, and he also has double swipe and rip moves at his disposal. He is extremely efficient at combining moves to beat his man.

Possesses incredibly powerful hands, a devastating punch, and lightning-fast handwork. He’s extremely adept at disengaging from blockers. Thomas has an impressive array of pass-rush tools. He showcases a potent bull rush, swim move, and has double swipe and rip moves at his disposal. He is extremely efficient at combining moves to beat his man.

NEGATIVES His bend is only sufficient. In an NFL landscape trending towards bendier edge players, that might halt his ascent up the class. Sometimes, Thomas can arrive on the scene a second too late, especially when rushing around the outside track. That slight delay can make a big difference, especially at the next level. Thomas’ effectiveness appeared to wane towards the end of the game, potentially pointing to a stamina issue.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/4”

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

32 1/2”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

79 1/4”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

RAS

n/a

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179

MYJAI

SANDERS School

Position

HT/WT

Cincinnati

EDGE

6’4”, 242 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

7.5

2.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

119

24.5

13.5

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Myjai Sanders didn’t quite take the senior leap that some were hoping to see from him. Nevertheless, there are still plenty of high-level traits to mold with Sanders. Although he’s a bit lighter and not as strong or naturally powerful as other rushers, he’s long, explosive, and shows the ability to bend below the tackle in spurts. He also has visible quick twitch and lateral athleticism, which he can use to generate displacement. Moreover, he supplements his explosiveness with good snap anticipation and reaction quickness.

Sanders has eye-popping get-off and does a good job loading and launching out of his stance. He not only has great natural explosiveness, but he also has good snap anticipation and feel. Moreover, Sanders flashes great bend capacity around the edge. He can get low and shrink himself without losing his balance.

Sanders will need to do a better job controlling and channeling his traits in the NFL. He has the burst, bend, hand speed, and enough moves in his arsenal. He can also generate power with his explosiveness and length. However, he has yet to consistently use his traits in conjunction with one another. That active multitasking ability is significant for edge defenders. Sanders has shown it in flashes, but even after 2021, he can still be more reliable on a down-to-down basis. If Sanders can hone his natural traits and couple them with fast, precise hand movements, he can be a truly exciting player. He checks many of the physical boxes, and on rare occasions, has displayed the ability to sustain acceleration while cornering the edge. He showed this several times in 1-on-1s at the Senior Bowl, in fact.

Sanders has a long frame. He accelerates with long strides, but he also has great lateral twitch and energy. Sanders can displace tackles and capitalize with hand usage. He flashes half-man ability in run defense as well.

NEGATIVES Sanders has had trouble keeping weight in the past. Even at a passable 242 pounds, he isn’t overly strong or dense. He doesn’t have the raw strength to break opposing anchors, and he can be locked up if linemen get their hands on him. His lighter frame can impact his ability to set a strong edge at times. Sanders can also keep refining his hand usage and be more consistent using moves at the apex. His eagerness to jump the snap also gets him in trouble at times. He can be overeager and draws penalties on occasion.

With other EDGE prospects rising, Sanders is likely a Day 2 pick. But as a 3-4 standup edge rusher, he has enticing potential. Sanders can be an impact starter at his max projection.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/4”

Broad Jump

10'0"

Arm Length

32 5/8"

Shuffle

4.37

Wingspan

79 7/8”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

33”

40-yard

4.67

RAS

9.03

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180

DRAKE

JACKSON School

Position

HT/WT

USC

EDGE

6’4”, 250 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

0.0

CAREER STATS

103

12.5

5.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Entering the 2021 college football season, Drake Jackson earned first-round consideration in the 2022 NFL Draft as a potential challenger at the top of a talented EDGE class. Although the USC pass rusher hasn’t quite lived up to that early expectation, he has an alluring athletic profile that should see him earn second-round attention in April.

Athletic and versatile, Jackson has aligned both as a DE and OLB for the Trojans. He best projects as the latter at the NFL level, but has showcased the ability to be successful at both.

Two words immediately spring to mind to describe Jackson’s abilities on the football field — athletic and versatile. Let’s start with the latter. During his three-year tenure at USC, he lined up at both DE and OLB. Jackson proved equally adept at playing with his hand in the dirt or standing up. There’s no reason to believe that he couldn’t play either position in the NFL, although he best projects as a stand-up OLB at the next level. That versatility is a valuable commodity at the next level, especially as more teams look to disguise their defensive formations. Next up, athleticism. Jackson moves exceptionally well with phenomenal change-ofdirection ability. His lateral agility is impressive, allowing him to dance around the line of scrimmage. He also owns fantastic play speed. He’s reportedly been timed at 4.5 seconds for the 40-yard dash, which is evident on tape. Jackson can chase down quarterbacks and ball carriers with ease. His athletic prowess means Jackson is a pass-rush threat both off the edge and on the interior. He possesses a decent arsenal of pass-rush moves, making use of his long arms to control offensive linemen (while also having a killer spin move at his disposal). He has the flexibility that NFL teams are trending towards, routinely showing ankle flexion and the ability to dip under offensive tackles to burst into the opposition backfield.

Jackson possesses a phenomenal change-of-direction ability. His lateral agility is impressive, allowing him to dance around the line of scrimmage. He also owns fantastic play speed. Jackson uses his long arms to control smaller offensive linemen at the point of attack. Has coverage ability and experience.

NEGATIVES For a pass-rush prospect who doesn’t possess the greatest strength, Jackson trys to win with power far too often. Lack of overall strength inhibits the USC prospect against the run. Can also be late to react and redirect to the ball carrier. Often fails to wrap up as a tackler or even miscalculates the tackle altogether. Needs to improve in terms of both tackling form and angles.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

n/a

Broad Jump

10’7”

Arm Length

n/a

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

n/a

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

36.5"

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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181

ARNOLD

EBIKETIE School

Position

HT/WT

Penn State

EDGE

6’2”, 250 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

9.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

120

28.5

15.5

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Arnold Ebiketie has good explosiveness off the line, as well as great ankle flexion and lateral mobility. On top of that, Ebiketie has a strong frame with elite proportional length, and he’s shown he can tie it all together with power and quick, aggressive hand usage. Particularly with his length and flexion, he can stab at the opposing lineman’s torso, keep himself clean, and reduce his surface area as he bends around the edge.

Ebiketie has good explosiveness, as well as a burly, high-hipped frame with elite proportional length. In that frame, Ebiketie stores ample power. His length provides an excellent conduit for speed to power. He uses his length and strength to pry open lanes, and he has the core strength to absorb power.

Ebiketie’s speed to power and hand usage might be two of the most exciting parts of his game. He can build speed quickly off the line, and his proportional length serves as a dangerous conduit for his burst, generating copious amounts of artificial power. Going further, Ebiketie has the twitch and energy to set up linemen, as well as the awareness and IQ to capitalize on displacement with a diverse set of rushing moves. Ebiketie can still refine his game — namely, his balance and timing. Nevertheless, he isn’t lacking in any physical department. He may be a bit shorter, but he has a long, dense frame. There simply aren’t many glaring weaknesses in his game. Able to play standing up or from three-point and four-point stances, Ebiketie has the proven production, all-around ability, and modest scheme versatility to be a popular option in the early-to-mid Day 2 range.

Ebiketie can go inside and outside and manipulate attack angles with his lateral agility and twitch. But most exciting is his ankle flexion. The Penn State DE can lean and reduce his surface area while keeping his hands active.

NEGATIVES Ebiketie’s balance can sometimes be an issue. The Penn State DE can lose his balance after unleashing his initial moves. He can also lose his balance when bending around the edge, inhibiting his ability to finish reps. Ebiketie can be more controlled and coordinated at times. He doesn’t always time his extensions properly. More precise timing can help him avoid sacrificing leverage. On a related note, he can better work to reach proper depth before extending. He doesn’t always time his breaks inside effectively.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/4”

Broad Jump

10’8”

Arm Length

34 1/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

82 1/8”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

Vert Leap

38”

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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182

BOYE

MAFE School

Position

HT/WT

Minnesota

EDGE

6’3”, 255 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

0.0

CAREER STATS

19.5

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Elite athletes can set themselves apart, and that’s what Boye Mafe is. He can more consistently play to his maximum athletic capacity and strive to improve his multitasking ability around the edge. But Mafe has elite explosive capacity and twitch, as well as good lateral mobility, bend, play strength, and power. He’s also competent as a run defender.

Mafe sports a torrid first step off the line, accelerating upfield quickly. His sheer explosiveness allows him to shoot through lanes and destroy blocking angles.

There’s still plenty of development to be done with Mafe, but his flashes of hand usage are encouraging. He has some moves in his arsenal already, and he’s trending up. Now, it’s just a matter of combining those moves more efficiently with his athletic traits and consistently using them at a high level. He has the process-oriented mindset to get it done.

Mafe has the lateral athleticism to send tackles veering. He’s a twitched-up athlete who’s surprisingly sudden for his 6’3”, 255-pound frame. He can use his twitch to generate displacement and explode around the edge. Mafe’s length and burst combine to form great power capacity. Mafe also has great bend and strength, and he can dip below anchors while accelerating.

NEGATIVES

The Senior Bowl was a very promising development for Mafe. With his explosiveness, bend, and powerful swipes at the apex, Mafe was borderline unblockable all week, and he capped it off with a dominant showing in the game. He has one of the most complete physical skill sets in the draft, and it shows.

Mafe can be more consistent multitasking around the edge. He is not adept at stacking counters, and he can be more calculated and strategic with his pass-rush plans overall. He can be more consistent setting up blockers and capitalizing on leverage, as well as loading his hands and exerting power.

Even without elite consistency, Mafe is a prospect worth a top-50 pick on upside alone. A good offseason can push Mafe into fringe Round 1 range, and it’s easy to see why. Standing up, or from two- and three-point stances, he has the traits to be a high-level starter with double-digit sack upside. And he has the mindset to put it together.

Moving on, Mafe can be a bit upright out of his stance. He can improve at anticipating the snap, and he sometimes has a slight false step that delays his attack. He also loses his balance at times when bending around the edge.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 7/8”

Broad Jump

10’5”

Arm Length

32 5/8”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

81 1/4”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

38"

40-yard

4.53

RAS

9.9

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MINNESOTA EDGE BOYE MAFE PRE-DRAFT INTERVIEW RETURNING TO NIGERIA AS A CHILD

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184

NIK

BONITTO School

Position

HT/WT

Oklahoma

EDGE

6’3”, 240 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

0.0

CAREER STATS

118

19.5

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Nik Bonitto is an incredibly intriguing NFL Draft prospect with an immensely exciting scouting report. That excitement largely stems from his pass-rushing upside. He’s explosive, twitchy, fluid, and he flashes the ability to bend below the tackle — a quality that’s relatively rare and extremely valuable among edge defenders. Bonitto provides value in coverage with his athleticism and has the reaction ability and instincts to hold his own beyond athletic traits.

Bonitto gets off the line extremely quickly. He accelerates with abrupt quickness off the line, and he can promptly get a step on opposing tackles. From there, Bonitto also has the torso flexibility and ankle flexion to dip below the apex while maintaining his speed.

Where Bonitto fails to impress is in run defense. There are times where his explosiveness can create negative plays. But overall, his lacking size and average length hurts him a great deal in congested areas. He could feasibly add mass to his frame to combat this. However, too much mass might detract from his athleticism and movement ability. Bonitto can still work to become a better run defender, but his upside as a three-down defender remains uncertain. Even so, as a pass rusher and a versatile chess piece in pass defense, Bonitto demands attention. He offers the rare ability to accelerate around the edge, and he’s shown he can capitalize with rip moves. He seems like a defender born and bred for the modern NFL. On passing downs, his explosive skill set provides plenty of potential, especially as a 3-4 OLB.

Going further, Bonitto is twitchy, with excellent lateral athleticism. He can use spins and other finesse moves, and he can capitalize on his burst and bend with rip moves as well. He’s athletic and fluid enough to drop into coverage, and he has a great motor.

NEGATIVES While Bonitto isn’t a total liability in run defense, his slight frame can impede him in that phase. He doesn’t always have the strength to disengage, and his frame can be easily handled by larger blockers. Going further, Bonitto isn’t the longest player, and he’s not great at setting the edge. As a pass rusher, Bonitto still has room to keep improving his coordination and counters, though he improved this in 2021. Bonitto can occasionally overshoot tackling angles in the box, playing himself out of leverage at times.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 3/8"

Broad Jump

10’0”

Arm Length

32 1/2"

Shuffle

4.23

Wingspan

n/a

3 Cone

7.07

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

35.5"

40-yard

4.54

RAS

9.5

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185

ISAIAH

THOMAS School

Position

HT/WT

Oklahoma

EDGE

6’4”, 258 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

10.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

24.5

16.5

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

While Isaiah Thomas resided somewhat in the shadow of his Oklahoma Sooners teammate as a pass-rush prospect in this 2022 NFL Draft during summer scouting, he’s a versatile defender who combined versatility, explosion, speed, and power to become a potential top-100 player in this class.

Highly versatile, the 6’4”, 258-pound defensive lineman has aligned at both tackle and defensive end for Oklahoma, excelling at both.

Thomas is a highly versatile defensive line prospect. The 6’4”, 258-pound defensive lineman has aligned at both tackle and end for Oklahoma. It’s not simply a case of him aligning there, however. Thomas has shown he can excel from any alignment on the defensive line. It’s immediately apparent on his tape that Thomas possesses incredible explosion at the line of scrimmage. He routinely explodes off the snap, beating offensive linemen with an impressive first step. Before the offense knows what hit them, the Oklahoma defensive end is in the backfield. Thomas wins with more than just explosion, though. He’s got ferociously fast hands that work to eliminate blocks with both speed and power. As a result, he can disengage quickly from blockers, allowing him to penetrate gaps. When aligned internally, the Oklahoma defensive end uses this ability to scrape across the offensive line to make plays against the run on the edge. His size and length are also important in this regard. As a pass rusher, Thomas has several weapons at his disposal. He displays a potent bull rush, a disruptive push-pull technique, and swim moves to make his way to the quarterback in the games studied. There are also flashes of bend to his play where he ghosts underneath the offensive tackle.

An impressive athlete, Thomas routinely explodes off the snap, beating offensive linemen with an impressive first step. Ferociously fast hands that work to eliminate blocks with both speed and power. As a result, he can disengage quickly from blockers. Showcases a potent bull rush, a disruptive push-pull technique, and swim moves.

NEGATIVES Thomas has repeatedly shown that he can win at the point of attack, but he needs to ensure that he converts those plays into actual production with more efficient execution. Thomas also needs to ensure he keeps his balance, especially when coming off the edge, as he routinely loses his footing. A red flag relates to a reported larceny charge and subsequent failure to appear in court arrest. Without knowing the exact details, teams will want to do their due diligence on what would appear to be an out-of-character issue.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/4”

Broad Jump

9'9"

Arm Length

33 1/4”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

79 3/8”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

31.5"

40-yard

4.7

RAS

8.85

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186

AMARÉ

BARNO School

Position

HT/WT

Virginia Tech

EDGE

6’4”, 239 lbs

139

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

5.5

3.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

21.5

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Amaré Barno has generated intrigue with his production in the past. He’s clearly a great athlete with a long frame and impressive range as a playmaker. With his burst and long strides, he can get upfield quickly, and he also has some ankle flexion, which he can use to shrink underneath the corner.

Barno is a tall, lanky player with a wide reach. He’s also an impressive athlete with good explosiveness off the snap and surprising range in space. He’s a long-strider who accelerates quickly, can make plays in pursuit, and flashes bend. He can drop into coverage if needed.

However, while Barno brings good burst and length and offers great potential with his speed to power, he doesn’t offer much else at the moment. Barno has the agility to conduct spins and stunts, but he doesn’t supplement his athleticism with his hands. He can give up too much surface area, and he doesn’t consistently lower his pads or shoot into contact. And when he gets locked up, Barno doesn’t have the strength or the technical ability to disengage.

Especially from four-point stances, Barno flashes the ability to generate speed to power. He can load his hands, attain leverage, and shoot into his opponent’s torso. He also has the leg drive to move blockers back.

Barno appeared more natural and dynamic at times from a four-point stance in 2020. However, he has the physical profile of a stand-up rusher who should be out in space more. Thus, Barno’s projection is somewhat complicated. The silver lining is that Barno moves very easily in space and can drop into coverage. Perhaps in a hybrid 3-4 OLB role, where he plays off-ball at times, his physical potential could be maximized. And if he can fix his stance, or play in four-point stances more often, that could help him shoot his hands more often and lower his pads into contact. Barno didn’t have a great Senior Bowl week, but he at least put together some solid reps on Day 3. For teams that crave versatility and range in the box, Barno has intriguing upside. His testing will sell teams on that upside, but he has the tape and profile of a Day 3 pick. Still, he can exceed his draft billing if he can refine his skill set and be used in the right role.

NEGATIVES Barno is underweight on the edge, and he also has below-average strength for the position. He isn’t able to break away from anchors once linemen latch onto him, and he can be moved fairly easily. It doesn’t help that Barno often plays too tall with his pads. He’s still not very creative or precise as a pass rusher, and his hands don’t always strike cleanly. Barno relies on his speed to power often, but even then, he can mistime his extensions. Barno needs to keep refining his hands, and he can improve his stance as well.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9”

Broad Jump

10'11"

Arm Length

34"

Shuffle

4.45

Wingspan

81 1/8”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

37"

40-yard

4.36

RAS

n/a

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187

DEANGELO

MALONE School

Position

HT/WT

Western Kentucky

EDGE

6’3”, 234 lbs

152

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

17.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

175

149

324

57.5

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

DeAngelo Malone comes with many of the strengths and weaknesses you’d expect with his lean, athletic frame. He’s fairly explosive and bendy, and he has some disruption potential. He also comes with high energy and can generate speed to power. At the same time, he can play at too high a pad level, and he lacks the physical fortitude to overpower opponents.

While he’s underweight, Malone has good length for his frame. He has great explosiveness off the line, and with his long strides, he can accelerate quickly and cover ground en route to the apex. Malone also has suddenness and twitch, which he can leverage into power at the point.

Malone profiles as a good speed rusher. His natural traits provide plenty of upside there, and his awareness also gives him a solid floor. Furthermore, his length and torso flexibility provide him with some utility in run defense, even if he isn’t the strongest player. The questions stem more from Malone’s ceiling. Can he add more power to his frame and complete his game? Or will he remain a finesse rusher whose three-down ability falls short? He weighed in lighter than expected at the Senior Bowl, perhaps compounding these concerns. Whatever the case, Malone’s athletic profile is worthy of mid-round consideration, especially for teams with 3-4 alignments. He’s proven that he can produce with his natural traits. He could be a sparkplug early as a stand-up edge rusher, and he also could be experimented with as an off-ball SAM linebacker. Versatility and dynamic ability are both present with Malone.

Malone also has natural bend around the edge and can reduce his surface area. He has the versatility to drop into coverage if needed. Malone keeps his eyes on the play and has good awareness in both phases. His experience is the key source of that ability.

NEGATIVES Malone’s frame is noticeably light, and as a result, blockers can easily absorb his attacks. Malone lacks overwhelming power or play strength and can’t always break free from anchors. He can be easily controlled when blockers get hands on. Going further, there’s still room for Malone to improve his hand usage. His hands can be more precise, and he doesn’t always show the ability to stack counters. He has a good skill set for winning quickly, but if he doesn’t, his rushes can fade out on second attempts.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/4”

Broad Jump

10’5”

Arm Length

32 1/2”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

79 1/2”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

40-yard

4.55

RAS

8.41

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188

JOSH

PASCHAL School

Position

HT/WT

Kentucky

EDGE

6’3”, 278 lbs

162

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

0.0

CAREER STATS

121

9.5

76.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Josh Paschal’s combination of raw power and explosiveness grants him great upside in the right scheme. At 6’3”, 278 pounds, he’s almost built like a pure 3-technique. But Paschal can line up just about anywhere. He has high-end explosiveness (39-inch vertical in high school), which he uses to gain displacement at 5-technique and outward. Meanwhile, at 3-technique, his athleticism and power can be a devastating mismatch for guards.

Paschal has a great combination of explosiveness and length and can generate immense amounts of power with his strong frame. He can knife through gaps in run defense, and he can use fast and violent hands as a pass rusher.

Paschal doesn’t have elite bend or lateral agility, so he’s always going to be more of a power rusher on the outside. But with his elite power, he can make a living outmuscling tackles and driving them back at the point of attack. He needs to expand his pass-rushing arsenal, but the physical tools are there for him to be an impactful, versatile rusher. And as a run defender, he translates well with his natural leverage, initial burst, and strength. As mentioned earlier, Paschal can play several different roles. Thus, it’s best not to pigeonhole him into one alignment. Preferably in a scheme that employs hybrid fronts, Paschal can be a force at 5-technique. But he can also shade inside to 3-technique and shadow several other spots beyond that. Scheme fit may be especially important in determining where Paschal goes, but he has Day 2 potential. And in the right place, he can be an impact player.

Paschal has shown he can lower his pads to attain superior leverage then shoot his hands. With his power, he consistently collapses the edge, and he can deliver devastating force at the point of attack. Paschal has some twitch, a hot motor, and surprising range in pursuit. He’s alignment versatile as well.

NEGATIVES Paschal often relies on his physical traits as a rusher. His hands can be more precise and coordinated, and he can stack counters more consistently. Paschal also lacks elite bend. He lacks the torso flexibility and ankle flexion to pinch the corner, and he’s a bit lumbering as a lateral athlete. He doesn’t carry momentum through direction changes especially well, and his hips lock at times. Paschal doesn’t have great instincts in run defense and can run himself out of plays. His anchor placement can be more consistent.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 5/8”

Broad Jump

10’3”

Arm Length

32 3/4"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

n/a

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

37.5”

40-yard

4.77

RAS

9.08

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189

TYREKE

SMITH School

Position

HT/WT

Ohio State

EDGE

6’3”, 245 lbs

163

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

0.0

CAREER STATS

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Although Tyreke Smith isn’t a name currently grouped with the top players at the EDGE position, he possesses some alluring athletic upside which, if harnassed correctly, could result in him becoming a potent pass rusher at the next level. He was more productive this season than teammate Zach Harrison, and he showcased his ability against the best at the Senior Bowl.

Smith possesses delightful change-of-direction ability, remarkable lateral agility, and excellent play speed.

As a physical specimen, Smith is extremely impressive. The 6’3”, 245-pound pass rusher is exceptionally athletic. He possesses delightful change-of-direction ability, remarkable lateral agility, and excellent play speed. The Ohio State DE can often combine these attributes to breeze past opposing offensive linemen with what looks to be relative ease. As a pass rusher, Smith converts speed to power exceptionally well. Although he has a few weapons in his pass-rush armory, he leans on his ability to overwhelm tackles with his strength. Smith appears to have respectable length for the position, which again helps from a pass-rush perspective. The Buckeye also demonstrates the ability to be disruptive as a pass rusher from both sides of the formation. With athleticism, strength, and length, Smith can be a potent pass-rush force around the outside track and attacking from the interior.

As a pass rusher, Smith converts speed to power exceptionally well. With athleticism, strength, and length, Smith can be a potent pass-rush force around the outside track and attacking from the interior. Smith’s athleticism enables him to efficiently drop back from the line of scrimmage and into coverage. He can backpedal with impressive fluidity.

NEGATIVES Smith has had some issues anticipating the snap, and he was routinely the last defensive lineman to react to the snap. Smith needs to ensure he works on timing and his pass-rush plan to more significantly impact the backfield. Smith needs to ensure a more consistent use of the weapons that are in his toolbox.

Furthermore, his athleticism enables him to efficiently drop back from the line of scrimmage and into coverage. He can backpedal with some impressive fluidity. That element of versatility will prove valuable at the next level.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/2”

Broad Jump

9’9”

Arm Length

33 1/4”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

81”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

34"

40-yard

4.86

RAS

6.97

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190

DOMINIQUE

ROBINSON School

Position

HT/WT

Miami (OH)

EDGE

6’5”, 254 lbs

165

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

8.5

4.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

6.5

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

There’s a lot of upside to mold with a player like Dominique Robinson. That was especially evident at the Reese’s Senior Bowl in Mobile. There, Robinson frequently flashed with his searing explosiveness and lateral agility. He also showed off the ability to bend around the corner and accelerate into the backfield. Those are traits he shows on film as well.

Robinson has high-level explosiveness and acceleration. He can quicken his strides to speed up faster off the snap, but he can also use his long strides to sear around the edge. At the apex, he has solid bend and ankle flexion.

Robinson might not have elite bend, but he’s still good there. His hips can get locked up, and he’s not always able to roll through the apex. Nevertheless, Robinson has enough bend to shrink his surface area. Meanwhile, with his high-level explosiveness, twitched-up style, and quick acceleration off the line, he can beat tackles to the corner, and he can also set them up for brutal swims back inside. 2021 was just his second year on the edge, and already, he’s shown progression. Robinson has the explosiveness, pace, and agility of a high-level speed rusher, but he has the frame to potentially become a complete pass-rushing threat in time. He has the length to conduct pass-rushing moves like clubs and swipes, and he also has solid speed-to-power capacity. He’ll need to strengthen his lower body and his anchor if he wants to improve in run defense, however.

Robinson can also compound his burst with his lateral agility. He’s flashed an array of pass-rush moves, including spins, swims, rips, clubs, and speed to power. With his length, he has great speed to power capacity. He’s also shown he can time moves at the apex, and he has a hot motor on every down.

NEGATIVES Robinson doesn’t have great play strength. He can struggle to break free from anchors once he’s latched onto, and he can’t always hold the edge in run defense. Robinson is largely a finesse rusher at this point, whose pads can be a bit too high at times. He’s also still developing with his hand usage. He’s not consistently fast, calculated, or violent with his hands. As of now, Robinson more often wins on his traits alone. He can better load and shoot his hands to maximize power exerted.

For a player who only switched over from wide receiver two years ago, Robinson has shown promising recent growth. He’s flashed the ability to use his hands with violence and precision, and he’s shown he can actively set up tackles and come with a plan as well. It’s not consistent yet, but Robinson is trending up, and he has the elite physical upside worth developing. It’ll take some time, and he may be a pass-rush specialist early on, but he has starting potential.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 3/4”

Broad Jump

10’1”

Arm Length

33 1/4"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

82 3/8”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

Vert Leap

41”

40-yard

4.72

RAS

9.38

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191

JEFFREY

GUNTER School

Position

HT/WT

Coastal Carolina

EDGE

6’4”, 259 lbs

188

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

8.5

5.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

169

38.5

3.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

The Coastal Carolina product is exceptionally versatile. That was evident during his high school career, and it’s translated to his college career. As a Chanticleer, Jeffrey Gunter has lined up at defensive end and linebacker. He has the potential to play 4-3 DE and 3-4 OLB, and he has aligned at the wide-9 position. Stood up or with his hand in the dirt, Gunter can do it all.

Gunter possesses an intriguing athletic mix of size, length, and strength.

Gunter has an intriguing athletic mix of size, length, and strength. He arrived at Coastal Carolina at 225 pounds but has bulked up to 259. While he may need to add further muscle to succeed at defensive end in the NFL, Gunter’s strength is evident at his current weight. He can bull rush with the best of them. There are endless examples of Gunter forcing his man back into the quarterback, collapsing the pocket. His length allows him to move men with just one arm at times, again demonstrating incredible strength. Although he doesn’t have elite speed, Gunter is explosive. He often wins at the line of scrimmage by exploding past his man, arriving in the backfield before the offensive lineman is out of his stance. He’s also blessed with impressive lateral agility, allowing him to rush inside or scrape across the line of scrimmage in run support.

Although he doesn’t have elite speed, Gunter is explosive, routinely beating his man off the snap and exploding into the backfield. The Coastal Carolina defensive prospect possesses impressive lateral agility, allowing him to rush inside or scrape across the line of scrimmage in run support. Gunter is exceptionally versatile, with the athletic profile to play DE or OLB.

NEGATIVES Gunter doesn’t possess elite speed. He won’t be considered a speed rusher. Lack of top-end speed may present issues at the NFL level. While he demonstrates athletic ability and lateral agility, Gunter is not bendy as an edge rusher. Gunter relies on power and a small array of pass-rush moves to win. For him to consistently win at the NFL level, he will need to concoct a better pass-rush plan.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9”

Broad Jump

10’2”

Arm Length

34 1/2”

Shuffle

4.35

Wingspan

80 1/8”

3 Cone

7.21

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

35.5”

40-yard

4.7

RAS

9.4

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LINEBACKER

LINEBACKER PFN CONSENSUS BIG BOARD RANKINGS NAME

SCHOOL

POS RANK

OVERALL RANK

Devin Lloyd

Utah

Nakobe Dean

Georgia

Christian Harris

Alabama

Channing Tindall

Georgia

Brian Asamoah

Oklahoma

Chad Muma

Wyoming

Brandon Smith

Penn State

Quay Walker

Georgia

Terrel Bernard

Baylor

Jesse Luketa

Penn State

111

Damone Clark

LSU

114

Troy Andersen

Montana State

117

Kana'i Mauga

USC

333

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195

DEVIN

LLOYD School

Position

HT/WT

Utah

6’3”, 235 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

111

9.0

CAREER STATS

150

106

256

15.5

100

20.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Devin Lloyd has been one of the Pac-12‘s top producers on defense for the past three seasons, and that’s no accident. He has an impressive blend of athletic and mental traits at his disposal. He’s a great athlete, with the requisite short-range explosiveness and twitch to be a constant, rangy threat in congestion. Furthermore, Lloyd has enough long speed to supplement his range, even if he’s not quite elite in that regard.

Lloyd has a long, compact frame and offers great explosiveness and twitch in close quarters. He can channel his length to generate impressive power when engaging blockers. He’s flashed the ability to shed blocks, and his length can be very disruptive in coverage.

What truly completes Lloyd’s profile is his mental makeup. He’s an intelligent defender who can read, react, and adapt better than most other linebackers in his NFL Draft class. There is still room for improvement, particularly in run defense. Lloyd is lanky and a bit lighter for an NFL prospect. He can struggle to get off blocks at times and occasionally retreats upfield in contact situations. But more often than not, he’s fastpaced and aggressive in the box. You don’t often hear the word “range” used in the box, but Lloyd has exactly that. He can close ground quickly in pursuit, and he’s also an able pass-rushing threat. As it stands, Lloyd’s supreme closing burst — combined with his length, solid processing, and football intelligence — makes him an exciting prospect. He’s already a high-level coverage player, with the projected versatility to be a difference-maker for a defense on Day 1. He draws some parallels to De’Vondre Campbell and has a lot of appeal as a multifaceted off-ball linebacker.

Lloyd brings a strong football IQ to the fold. He’s a good processor and communicator pre-snap. He follows motions and is proactive at seeking out mismatches. He’s adaptable mid-play and offers great reaction quickness and ball skills. He also brings great effort.

NEGATIVES While Lloyd is reasonably fluid, he can improve his efficiency of motion a bit when changing directions. His footwork can be a bit choppy at times. In the box, Lloyd can be tentative clamping down on gaps, and he can let blockers work up to his spot. At that point, he can get locked up and flushed out of plays. Lloyd does overshoot tackling angles at times and can be looked off receivers by QBs who use deception. While he’s a good processor, he’s not quite elite. Lloyd can also add weight and expand his pass-rushing arsenal.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/4"

Broad Jump

10'5"

Arm Length

32 1/2"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

n/a

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

40-yard

4.55

RAS

8.41

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196

NAKOBE

DEAN School

Position

HT/WT

Georgia

6’0”, 225 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

10.5

25.0

CAREER STATS

168

13.5

7.5

25.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

The Butkus Award winner as the best linebacker in the nation, Georgia’s Nakobe Dean has elevated his game to new heights this season. Subsequently, he has the potential to be the first linebacker off the board in the 2022 NFL Draft as a genuine first-round prospect.

Dean has impressive football instincts as a run-stopping linebacker. He has a remarkable knack for diagnosing the play, working through traffic, locating the ball, and making a play.

Dean has exceptional football instincts as a run-stopping linebacker. He has a remarkable knack for diagnosing the play, working through traffic, locating the ball, and making a play. The Georgia product can scrape well along the formation to find the ball carrier and end the play. Dean does his best work against the run. He regularly uses his play speed to come downhill with force to impact the run game. Furthermore, that same speed allows him to be impressive in pursuit downfield. He’s a strong and sure tackler who rarely misses the opportunity to take down his opponent. In addition to his speed, the Georgia linebacker demonstrates solid pursuit angles when chasing his man downfield. Although he primarily uses these abilities dangerously in run defense, Dean has also proven to be a threat as a pass rusher off the edge. He’s elevated this area of his game this season. Furthemore, he’s developed in terms of his ability to impact the game as a pass rusher on the interior.

Excellent play speed to come downhill with force to impact the run game. Furthermore, that same speed allows him to be impressive in pursuit downfield. In pass coverage, his athletic ability allows him to stay relatively sticky in man schemes. Football intelligence allows him to be disruptive in short and intermediate passing game.

NEGATIVES At 6’0” and 225 pounds, Dean won’t be the tallest or heaviest linebacker in the 2022 NFL Draft. He doesn’t appear to have the frame to add much more muscle mass, either. This lack of size may pose difficulties at the NFL level in terms of deconstructing blocks. If he can’t win with speed, he won’t have the size and length to overcome offensive linemen at the next level.

In pass coverage, his athletic ability allows him to stay relatively sticky in man schemes. It allows him to make up ground quickly and make a play to limit yardage. Dean’s football intelligence and exceptional athletic ability allows him to be disruptive in the short and intermediate passing game.

Size may restrict effectiveness against bigger TEs in coverage.

An intelligent player on the field and young man off it, Dean established himself as a vocal and physical leader of the Georgia national championship-winning defensive unit.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/8"

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

31 7/8”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

76 1/8"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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197

CHRISTIAN

HARRIS School

Position

HT/WT

Alabama

6’2”, 232 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

11.5

5.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

124

220

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Despite never playing a snap at the position in high school, Alabama’s Christian Harris has developed into one of the top linebackers in college football during his three seasons in Tuscaloosa. Although his junior season didn’t live up to preseason expectations, he saved his best for last with an impressive performance in the national championship against Georgia. While he might ultimately fall short of the first-round preseason hype, Harris should hear his name called on Day 2 of the 2022 NFL Draft.

Harris is an exceptional athlete. Possesses impressive speed, excellent lateral agility, and high-level change-of-direction ability.

Harris owns impressive athletic ability. He plays the game with impressive speed. He moves incredibly well, showcasing a good change of direction. Harris explodes through gaps to be a force as a blitzer while possessing solid lateral agility to seek out the ball carrier in the ground game. His athletic prowess, combined with his high school experience as a defensive back, helps Harris hold his own in coverage. He has proved he can stick with tight ends and running backs in the passing game. His fluidity and change of direction ensure he can redirect and react to make plays on the ball in urgent fashion. The Alabama prospect demonstrates an excellent understanding of the position and showcases football intelligence. As the defensive signal-caller, Harris is responsible for communicating plays to his teammates and making pre- and post-snap adjustments. Furthermore, Harris’ overall athletic profile combined with his football IQ should ensure versatility at the next level, with the ability to play numerous linebacker alignments.

His speed allows Harris to explode through gaps as a heat-seeking pass-rush missile. His lateral agility allows him to redirect and seek out the ball carrier in the run game. A former high school defensive back, Harris is one of the top coverage linebackers in the class. Football intelligence showcased as a defensive play-caller who directs teammates preand post-snap.

NEGATIVES Inconsistent as a tackler. While he is able to come downhill and lay the boom, in space, he is prone to lunging at his opponent rather than wrapping up with correct tackling form. As a coverage linebacker, Harris needs to develop more awareness of the game behind him. He excels when the ball is in front of him. Yet, there are examples of receivers sneaking behind him, which may limit Harris to man coverage-heavy teams at the NFL level.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 5/8”

Broad Jump

11'0"

Arm Length

32 1/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

76 3/4"

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

34.5

40-yard

4.44

RAS

8.81

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198

CHANNING

TINDALL School

Position

HT/WT

Georgia

6’2”, 223 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

7.5

5.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

108

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Channing Tindall isn’t as consistent from an operational standpoint as his fellow Georgia ILBs. Nevertheless, he shows definite flashes of the necessary processing and reaction quickness, and his athleticism affords him a high ceiling. Especially in the box, Tindall is explosive, physical, and can erase space for ball carriers on short notice.

Tindall has a low-cut athletic frame. With this frame, he can change directions and explode fairly easily. Tindall has excellent short-area burst, which he uses to adjust tackling angles and surge into contact. He can also sift through congestion and stack quick movements with twitchy athleticism.

Tindall is still developing in coverage, and he doesn’t have a ton of experience calling signals at the MIKE position. Nevertheless, Tindall projects well to the SAM role in a 4-3 defense or as an ILB in a 3-4 scheme. His physicality and length -- combined with his ability to shoot gaps, close ground in pursuit, and navigate congestion with his twitch and agility -- give him a strong projection as a run defender. Moreover, he has the athleticism to incubate further development in coverage. He may need to add more weight to hold up against NFL blockers and carry over his tackling ability, but his explosiveness and fast play pace serve as strong foundational traits. With his strong athleticism and tackling ability, Tindall can be a special-teams standout on Day 1. Still, he has legitimate three-down potential if he can keep honing the finer points of his game. The mix of short-area explosiveness, range, physicality, and reliability as a tackler gives him starting upside. He’s a player well worth the investment on Day 2.

Tindall is a spry lateral athlete with great closing speed. He flashes excellent range. His pursuit speed allows him to run down players. He’s also physical and a superb tackler, with better play strength than his frame indicates.

NEGATIVES Tindall isn’t overly instinctive in coverage. He’s sometimes late to diagnose play fakes and get proper depth, and he can do a better job following the quarterback’s eyes in coverage. He also lacks spatial awareness at times, can fall for misdirections, and doesn’t have great ball skills. Tindall can also be over-aggressive attacking the backfield. He doesn’t always recognize screens right away and can better key in on blocking schemes. Tindall plays a bit too upright on occasion and can better channel his physicality.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 5/8”

Broad Jump

10’9”

Arm Length

32 7/8”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

77 1/4”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

40-yard

4.47

RAS

9.83

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199

BRIAN

ASAMOAH School

Position

HT/WT

Oklahoma

6’0”, 222 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

3.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

106

168

12.5

29.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

This season, Brian Asamoah proved that he has the capacity to do most of what a linebacker needs to do — athletically and mentally. He has the lateral agility and twitch to maintain positioning in tight spaces. He’s physical and abrupt as a playmaker in congestion. And yet, when he flips his hips, he has near-elite pursuit speed and range toward the sideline.

Asamoah is highly explosive and has some of the best range in the 2022 NFL Draft. He gears up quickly in short spaces, but he’s also a spry lateral athlete with great long speed. He has twitchy corrective athleticism and can adjust his tackling angles quickly, as well as maintain positioning in coverage.

Mentally, things are trending up for Asamoah as well. Early on in 2021, he was too aggressive and preemptive with his movements at times, and he’d play himself out of position often. He may have overcorrected a bit later in the year, as he sometimes appeared too tentative. But Asamoah clearly made a note to be more patient and consistent when reading plays. Linebackers shouldn’t fully commit to a play until they know what they’re seeing. Quick processing is necessary to trigger with speed and not to lose ground while reading. Slowly but surely, Asamoah has improved there. He’s shown the necessary processing capacity, and he’s a near-elite athlete with all the necessary traits, physicality, and competitive edge. He weighed in a lot lighter than expected at the Senior Bowl, however, and he’ll need to bulk up a bit to be a MIKE. At the moment, Asamoah is in the middle of a strong crop of linebackers in the Day 2 range. He’s a stellar fit as a 4-3 WILL or a 3-4 ILB, and at his weight and with his athleticism, he could potentially be a linebacker/safety hybrid. With his explosiveness, range, and tenacity, there are plenty of possibilities.

Asamoah visibly developed as a processor in 2021. When he’s confident, he can be physical coming downhill. His feet are fast and sudden in coverage, and he leverages his hips to align with receivers in zone.

NEGATIVES Asamoah can still be a little inconsistent with his processing. He can be overaggressive at times and be misled by play fakes. He can use a better balance of patience and decisiveness at the next level, although he improved here over the course of 2021. Asamoah can have better gap discipline in run defense. He sometimes drifts forward, and with his lighter frame, he can be negated easily by larger blockers. As a tackler, Asamoah occasionally overshoots his angles, and he can get stronger at the point of attack.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10"

Broad Jump

10'4"

Arm Length

32 5/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

80”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

36.5

40-yard

4.56

RAS

n/a

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Oklahoma linebacker Brian Asamoah discusses who he models his game after on the field including Devin White, Darius Leonard, and Fred Warner. Asamoah is a top linebacker prospect in the 2022 NFL Draft.

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201

CHAD

MUMA School

Position

HT/WT

Wyoming

6’2”, 241 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

142

1.5

15.0

CAREER STATS

145

121

266

5.5

15.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Wyoming linebacker Chad Muma has earned significant national attention following a sensational senior season. Inevitably, he’s drawn comparisons to former Cowboy Logan Wilson. Yet, there’s every reason to believe Muma could be selected earlier than his former teammate was.

A classic three-down linebacker, Muma rushes the passer, plays strong against the run, and has decent coverage ability.

Muma is often referred to as a classic three-down linebacker, and upon watching him, it’s easy to see why. He rushes the passer, plays strong against the run, and has coverage ability — no doubt helped by his experience as a high school defensive back. As a pass rusher, Muma attacks gaps with explosiveness and decent straight-line speed. It often appears as if he’s been fired out of a cannon when he gets a clear run at the quarterback. Furthermore, he flashes excellent lateral agility to redirect around blockers with relative ease. In general, Muma is impressive where blockers are concerned. Not only does he showcase that lateral agility to evade blockers, but he has game-changing technical ability to disengage and overcome them. This is particularly apparent against the run. The Wyoming linebacker has excellent ability to diagnose against the run. He reads the play well and is rarely wrong-footed. Furthermore, he can fill gaps to prevent big running plays. Muma also has decent sideline-to-sideline range, enabling him to chase down ball carriers. As a tackler, Muma is a heavy hitter. You don’t want to meet him in the alley. But, more than this, he is efficient. In the games studied, he allowed very few broken tackles. Finally, Muma appears to be a leader on the field. He routinely directs teammates in addition to leading with his physical playstyle. When you add in his special-teams ability and experience, Muma has all the hallmarks of an impressive NFL Draft prospect.

Muma attacks gaps with explosiveness and decent straight-line speed. He also flashes excellent lateral agility to redirect around blockers with relative ease. Muma has excellent ability to diagnose against the run. Possessing high football IQ, he reads the game exceptionally well. Owns special-teams ability, experience, and leadership qualities.

NEGATIVES Muma has limitations in coverage. While he’s impressive as an athlete coming downhill, he is a little clunky in his movements when the play is behind him. Although his high school injury hasn’t caused any college career issues, that could be a red flag leveled against him by NFL teams. We know that high school injuries that led to missed time are something that teams can hold against players.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10"

Broad Jump

10'9"

Arm Length

31 5/8"

Shuffle

4.28

Wingspan

75 3/4”

3 Cone

7.06

Bench Press

Vert Leap

40-yard

4.63

RAS

9.78

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202

BRANDON

SMITH School

Position

HT/WT

Penn State

6’3”, 241 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

0.0

CAREER STATS

132

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

As a former five-star recruit with incredible athletic ability, Brandon Smith certainly has the profile to replicate previous Penn State linebacker success in the 2022 NFL Draft. While he won’t earn first-round consideration, Smith is in contention for a Day 2 selection.

An explosive athlete, Smith bursts through gaps with destructive speed.

Smith posted impressive high school testing numbers. Furthermore, he backed those up with eye-opening numbers for Penn State in the preseason. Most importantly, those numbers translate to the game film. The Penn State LB plays the game with incredible game speed. When tasked with blitzing the quarterback, Smith explodes through gaps with destructive speed like a heat-seeking missile closing on its target. Smith’s explosion seen on tape validates a 36-inch high school vertical jump. That metric is used to test raw explosiveness, and the Penn State linebacker possesses plenty of it. In addition to his play speed, Smith exhibits impressive lateral agility. He can effortlessly sidestep a blocker with a remarkable change-of-direction ability when attempting to force his way into the backfield. Additionally, he demonstrates that ability in coverage where he is adept at matching tight ends and running backs. Although he has some improvements to make in coverage, his athletic ability allows him to make some eye-catching plays. Smith can read, click and close, and make plays on the ball as a result. There is an excellent example of this from the Auburn game this season. Smith also demonstrates some impressive strength on film. He can hit with boneshaking ferocity when required. The Penn State LB also uses this strength to shock bigger offensive tackles. With excellent length in addition to his power, he’s a difficult proposition for blockers. Smith offers exceptional versatility as an NFL Draft prospect. He’s played SAM, WILL, and even has some exposure as a MIKE linebacker. He can rush the passer, play strong against the run, and offers coverage ability.

Smith exhibits impressive lateral agility. He can effortlessly sidestep a blocker with a remarkable change-of-direction ability when attempting to force his way into the backfield. In coverage, Smith can read, click and close, and make plays on the ball. Smith has the strength to shock bigger offensive tackles. With excellent length in addition to his power, he’s a difficult proposition for blockers

NEGATIVES Although he’s capable of hitting with ferocity, there were multiple examples of missed tackles on his tape. Smith needs to ensure he’s consistent with his timing and technique as a tackler, particularly against the run. His coverage ability is a work in progress. The most significant area for improvement in this regard is his ball tracking. Smith needs to ensure he doesn’t cross the line between intensity and recklessness. He was guilty of drawing multiple penalties for late or out-of-bounds hits.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/4”

Broad Jump

10'8"

Arm Length

34 5/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

n/a

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

37.5

40-yard

4.52

RAS

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203

QUAY

WALKER School

Position

HT/WT

Georgia

6’4”, 240 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

5.5

1.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

137

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Quay Walker sports great straight-line explosiveness, lateral athleticism, and play strength with his 6’4”, 240-pound frame. But beyond the cosmetic factors, Walker does a lot of the little things right, too. He processes and positions himself well, quickly recognizes routes and play concepts, and triggers on plays with violent physicality.

Standing at 6’4”, 240 pounds, Walker truly looks like an edge rusher playing off-ball linebacker. For how big he is, Walker moves very well. He’s explosive, laterally spry, and can sink his hips fairly well into direction changes. He’s not too stiff, but is subtly twitchy, and he understands micro-movements and leverage when using space. He also has good play strength.

Walker is still learning to channel his traits with more consistency. He can also become a better playmaker on passing downs — both as a coverage player and pass rusher. But the bedrock traits are there. With his lateral burst and length, he covers a lot of ground in the short and intermediate ranges. His size/explosiveness combo gives him dangerous pass-rushing potential once he refines his hand usage.

In coverage, Walker has good eyes, awareness, and route recognition. He can stop runners in their tracks with his dense frame. He’s also a dangerous blitzer.

There’s still work to be done before Walker gets to his ceiling. He can have more efficient footwork in space at times. He also doesn’t have elite hip fluidity and can be a bit late to transition at times. Going further, he’s prone to getting moved off his spot by misdirections. Nevertheless, at his peak projection, Walker can be an Anthony Barr-type of player for a defense. He’s a mismatch against tight ends with his size and athleticism, but he can also clog lanes and chase down ball carriers in the box. Walker can be a versatile, tone-setting playmaker for defensive coordinators.

NEGATIVES Walker can improve his efficiency of motion. He can be a clunky mover in space, and his footwork can be staggered and heavy. He also gets flat-footed at times. Walker’s frame is a bit high-cut, and his hip transitions can be a bit leggy as a result. He sometimes struggles to quickly flip his hips to the sideline. Walker occasionally gets caught by misdirections and is funneled out of plays. He doesn’t have elite long speed in pursuit, either. He can be grabby in coverage and can improve his hand usage as a pass rusher.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

n/a

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

n/a

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

n/a

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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204

TERREL

BERNARD School

Position

HT/WT

Baylor

6’0”, 220 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

103

12.5

7.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

173

144

317

31.5

16.5

16.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Terrel Bernard’s projection to the NFL is an interesting topic. Many of his skills translate well, but his size may be slightly limiting. At 220 pounds, Bernard’s at least 10 pounds lighter than your average starter at his height. In spite of that number, he’s proven he can be physical. But against stronger NFL players, it could demand an adjustment.

Though undersized, Bernard is fairly spry and explosive out of his stance. His closing burst is strong, and he also has the short-area twitch and agility to stick with receivers. He can hit a great second gear when closing on opponents.

Nevertheless, as a pure player, there’s a lot to like with Bernard. Though not quite an elite athlete, he surpasses the starter threshold with the requisite explosiveness, twitch, and fluidity to work in space. In man coverage, he uses his fluidity to blanket players up the middle. In zone, he has the spatial awareness, processing ability, and shortrange burst to frustrate quarterbacks. Bernard’s play strength and size may impact his run defense transition at the next level. But even there, his spatial management skills translate in the box. He’s shown he can use targeted physicality to dismantle blocks, as well as make tackles with strong form. If he can get up to 230 pounds without losing athleticism, he’ll be in good shape. Bernard is a solid coverage LB with starting potential as a 4-3 WILL/MIKE or an ILB in 3-4 alignments. He can also shade out to the overhang slot against move tight ends and some receivers. He’ll need to build on his frame, but if he can do that, Bernard has the athleticism, quick processing, and positional prowess to be a steady secondlevel defender with some disruptive ability and versatility in both phases.

Bernard has light feet and fluid hips. With his lateral agility, he can swim through congestion and keep himself clean. He’s instinctive in tight quarters and knows how to use micro-movements to flow to the ball. Bernard is smart, an effective communicator, and brings heat on the blitz.

NEGATIVES Bernard is noticeably underweight as an NFL linebacker. He can struggle to get off blocks at the second level, and he’s not adept at breaking anchors or filling gaps consistently. He can be easily delayed and sealed off in congestion. Bernard also lacks great length, and that can impact his disruption radius. It also impedes him when fighting blocks in crowded areas. Additionally, he can be outmuscled at the stem by tight ends. While Bernard has good speed, it may not be elite for his size. He also falls for misdirections on occasion.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 5/8”

Broad Jump

10’3”

Arm Length

30 1/4"

Shuffle

4.25

Wingspan

74”

3 Cone

7.03

Bench Press

Vert Leap

35.5

40-yard

n/a

RAS

7.29

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205

JESSE

LUKETA School

Position

HT/WT

Penn State

6’2”, 261 lbs

111

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

8.5

0.5

16.0

CAREER STATS

151

11.5

0.5

16.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

There were 24 Canadians on NFL rosters at the start of the 2021 season. That number should grow by at least one in April, with Jesse Luketa hoping to continue a proud tradition of Canadian imports making their way to the NFL.

Luketa uses impressively quick, powerful, and technical hands to disengage from blockers with ease. His length allows him to swipe his way through gaps and advance on the ball carrier with dangerous intentions.

Although he doesn’t possess particularly dominating size, Luketa has an interesting physical profile. His length and hand size are apparent on tape, allowing Luketa to be disruptive in a number of ways.

As a pass rusher, he is powerful enough to overwhelm interior offensive linemen. The Penn State LB plays with a low pad level, giving him the advantage in the leverage battle.

This is particularly apparent against the run. Luketa uses quick, powerful, and technical hands to disengage from blockers with ease. His length allows him to swipe through gaps and advance on the ball carrier with dangerous intentions. He scrapes well along the line and diagnoses the run incredibly well. His length allows him to take down his man even when he appears out of reach.

Luketa also provides effective coverage, with athletic ability to mirror and stick close to wide receivers in man coverage.

Luketa’s ability against the run is aided by an impressive athletic profile. He’s an exceptionally explosive lateral athlete, effortlessly bouncing from gap to gap. He embarrasses interior linemen with his ability to teleport from one spot to another. He also possesses decent play speed and an incredibly hot motor. Luketa routinely hustles to the ball. Luketa is able to be disruptive in the passing game as well. He is powerful enough to overwhelm interior linemen. He plays with low pad level, giving him the advantage in the leverage battle. He is also able to ghost under bigger offensive tackles with some evidence of bend to his game. Moreover, Luketa provides effective coverage. His length helps in this regard, as does his athletic ability to mirror and stick close to wide receivers in man coverage. He can backpedal as well as a DB, with fluid hips that allow for effective transition. Finally, he showcases high character and leadership qualities. A team captain in high school and at Penn State, Luketa also volunteers with the Salvation Army.

NEGATIVES Luketa struggles against larger offensive tackles, lacking the power to overcome more powerful opposition. Doesn’t routinely win as a pass rusher, rarely getting to the quarterback. He doesn’t appear to possess an arsenal of pass-rush weapons. As a result, Luketa is a far better run defender than pass rusher, potentially limiting his stock.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 3/8"

Broad Jump

9'6"

Arm Length

32 5/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

78 3/4”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

37.5

40-yard

4.69

RAS

5.33

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DAMONE

CLARK School

Position

HT/WT

LSU

6’4”, 239 lbs

114

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

135

5.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

120

129

249

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Athletically, Damone Clark checks a lot of boxes. He is explosive, rangy, and flashes the agility to use micro-movements in congestion. He’s also large for his position at 6’4”, 239 pounds, and strong enough to engage blockers and make solo stops. Tackling is a strength for Clark, and save for the occasional suspect angle, he fares well in that department.

Clark is tall and stocky and has excellent athleticism. He accelerates quickly in open space and has legitimate range across the field. He has the lateral burst to traverse gaps, and he can adjust his tackling angles and surge into the contact point.

Clark’s athleticism affords him a very high ceiling, but the LSU LB still has things to work on. His processing can be more consistent, and in the NFL, he’ll need to do a better job of keeping his eyes on the ball. Misdirections easily misled Clark at times in college, and in the faster-paced NFL, that problem could be compounded. When he knows where the play is going, Clark can capitalize. But if he doesn’t position himself correctly early on in reps, it can lead to big plays for the offense. Clark has shown he can process and react quickly once he recognizes plays. It’s just a matter of sifting through the eye candy, staying disciplined, and following the ball. Once Clark improves there, he has the range, physicality, and communication ability to develop into a potential MIKE or 3-4 ILB at the NFL level. And if he doesn’t see the requisite development there, he still translates well as a WILL or SAM, where his processing skills can be buoyed to an extent by a more reactive, versatile role.

Clark can flip his hips and cover tight ends up the seam, and he’s also shown he can stick to running backs out of the backfield. He flashes instincts and flows to the ball with urgency. He has the strength to stack and shed blocks in run defense. Furthermore, Clark actively communicates between and during plays.

NEGATIVES Clark can be more consistent using his eyes. He can easily fall for misdirections and doesn’t always have great discipline. He drifts forward too early at times and can expose himself to blocks as linemen move upfield. Clark gets tunnel vision against blockers and doesn’t always disengage to attack ball carriers. He also overpursues tackling angles at times and can be a little stiff in recovery. His coverage technique can also improve. Clark freezes up occasionally and doesn’t always anticipate well, resulting in some grabbiness.

Whatever the case, Clark has the talent to be a potential NFL starter, as well as a top-75 pick. He should test well, and at the Senior Bowl, he flashed on multiple occasions. He gets forgotten sometimes, but Clark is a high-upside LB prospect with MIKE potential.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 3/4"

Broad Jump

10’7”

Arm Length

33”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

78 1/8”

3 Cone

7.12

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

36.5

40-yard

4.57

RAS

9.75

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207

TROY

ANDERSEN School

Position

HT/WT

Montana State

6’3”, 242 lbs

117

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

147

20.0

CAREER STATS

125

205

26.5

9.5

3.7

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Troy Andersen has shown enough promise to generate interest on the NFL Draft circuit. There’s definite room for refinement with Andersen. He can still be more consistent applying his physicality, as well as positioning himself in space and pursuing good angles. But his movements skills, processing capacity, fast play pace, and physical style all contribute to a high ceiling.

Andersen has imposing size and length, as well as the straight-line explosiveness to rocket through gaps. He launches out of his stance and brings great closing burst. He also flashes fluid hips and has the ability to stack direction changes, as well as flip his hips and cover up the seam.

Andersen has a near-elite size profile, and he also has the explosiveness, fluidity, and range to be a nightmare in the box. Couple this with his ball skills, play strength, and functional stack-and-shed ability, and he can be a legitimate Swiss Army knife for a defense. His versatility and pass-rushing upside give him a great projection as a 3-4 ILB, but he could also rotate between roles in other schemes. A lot of this is projection right now. Andersen is still raw in a few areas. But after a strong Senior Bowl showing and what should be an eye-popping Combine performance, he can be a Day 2 pick. At his peak projection, he can be a strong matchup defender with the flexibility to move all across the box, onto the edge, and even into the slot.

With his burst and range, Andersen has some alignment versatility. He’s a competitive, energetic player who flashes instincts. Especially in coverage, he can use his long frame to take away passing lanes, and he follows the QB’s eyes well.

NEGATIVES Andersen’s frame is a bit high-cut and his transitions can be smoother at times. He doesn’t have a ton of twitch in short areas, and he can leverage himself better in coverage. Andersen can be a tick late responding to plays, and he can be baited by misdirections. He also takes suspect angles into the box at times and can better read blocking schemes to judge plays. Andersen plays with a high pad level, which impacts ease of motion. He’s also raw as a pass rusher and sometimes hesitates in contact situations.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/4"

Broad Jump

10’8”

Arm Length

32 1/8”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

77 5/8”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

40-yard

4.42

RAS

9.99

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208

KANA’I

MAUGA School

Position

HT/WT

USC

6’1”, 240 lbs

333

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

5.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

105

100

205

16.5

15.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

At the very least, Kana’i Mauga is a dense and physical linebacker, with a strong frame that holds up in the box. He’s shown he can surge into the tackle point and wrap up ball carriers, and he generates good power at the point of attack, too. With his frame, he can knock blockers off their spot and fill gaps.

Mauga has a strong, dense frame, and he improved his tackling form in 2021 -something that was a notable flaw in years past. Mauga holds up well in the box. He has decent explosiveness, and when he’s confident, he charges at plays, blasting blockers back with his size and strength.

Having said all this, Mauga’s best play may have come back in 2019. His 2020 season was hampered by a hamstring injury and COVID, and he didn’t show a ton of progression in 2021, either. He’s still best in the box, where his physicality and compact frame makes him tough for ball carriers to deal with. Mauga also has a degree of short-area burst, but he’s not elite there.

Mauga is a high-effort player whose energy carries through the entire rep. He can square himself with plays while reading at the second level, and he can shoot gaps with his burst and aggression. Mauga also brings the heat as a blitzer.

In coverage, Mauga hasn’t undergone the necessary development to maintain a three-down role in a passing-oriented NFL. Mauga isn’t incredibly instinctive in space, nor is he very smooth with his direction changes. Testing is key for Mauga, but he has some athletic limitations on tape. He profiles best as a depth linebacker whose primary utility comes mainly on running downs. However, with his density, physicality, and aggression, he could earn looks late as a solid special-teams candidate.

While Mauga has above-average explosiveness, he’s not elite in that department. He also lacks twitch and agility, and he can be a bit stiff as a lateral mover. His direction changes aren’t consistently fluid at a position where quick reaction and response is key

NEGATIVES

Mauga doesn’t have great instincts or positional awareness in zone coverage. Additionally, he’s not quite athletic enough to stick with RBs out of the backfield. His three-down utility is questionable heading into the NFL. He may be limited to a twodown thumper role.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 7/8"

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

31 3/4”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

77 1/4”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

4.23

RAS

n/a

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CORNERBACK

CORNERBACK PFN CONSENSUS BIG BOARD RANKINGS NAME

SCHOOL

POS RANK

OVERALL RANK

Andrew Booth Jr.

Clemson

Derek Stingley Jr.

LSU

Ahmad Gardner

Cincinnati

Kaiir Elam

Florida

Trent McDuffie

Washington

Roger McCreary

Auburn

Kyler Gordon

Washington

Derion Kendrick

Georgia

Tariq Woolen

UTSA

Jalyn Armour-Davis

Alabama

Martin Emerson

Mississippi State

102

Mario Goodrich

Clemson

103

Cam Taylor-Britt

Nebraska

105

Akayleb Evans

Missouri

131

Mykael Wright

Oregon

136

Coby Bryant

Cincinnati

145

Marcus Jones

Houston

150

Tariq Castro-Fields

Penn State

168

Josh Jobe

Alabama

170

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CORNERBACK PFN CONSENSUS BIG BOARD RANKINGS NAME

SCHOOL

POS RANK

OVERALL RANK

Jaylen Watson

Washington State

174

Allie Green IV

Missouri

320

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212

ANDREW

BOOTH JR. School

Position

HT/WT

Clemson

6’0”, 200 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

0.0

CAREER STATS

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Long, athletic, and blessed with a swagger that has come to define the cornerback position, Andrew Booth Jr. has asserted himself as one of the top cornerbacks in an impressively talented class. In fact, Booth is the top cornerback on our Top 300 Consensus Big Board as we get ever closer to the 2022 NFL Draft.

Decent-sized cornerback with impressive functional length.

Booth possesses the requisite size to play the cornerback position in the NFL. Furthermore, he has exceptional length, which is far more critical. He has already demonstrated that he can put that length to good use with some phenomenal interceptions and pass breakups. That leads nicely to the next element of his scouting profile. Booth owns excellent ball skills and tracking with strong hands. Because of this, the Clemson CB has shown he can go up and get the ball at its highest point. Additionally, this gives him an advantage in contested-catch situations. Booth also has an advantage in contested-catch situations due to his physicality. The Clemson CB is not afraid to mix it up with bigger receivers, helped by his belief that he’s the best player out there. He plays the game with archetypal cornerback swagger and has the goods to back it up. Booth’s physicality shows with his willingness to impact the ground game.

Booth owns excellent ball skills and tracking with strong hands. He can go up and attack the ball at its highest point. Dizzying array of pass breakups and interceptions in his college career. Physical cornerback both in coverage and in run support. Strength to disengage from blockers in the run game. Exceptional athlete who is fast, fluid, and flies around the field. Incredible click-andclose ability.

NEGATIVES Booth’s physical and often overzealous approach to the game can lead to him mistiming tackles or biting on route fakes due to his eagerness to make a play. By his admission, Booth relies on his athleticism over his football intelligence, although he appeared to make strides here this season.

Despite impressing in all of the above areas, Booth’s best attribute as an NFL Draft prospect will be his athleticism. In our notes taken during his film study, the word “athletic” is in block capitals and underlined, with a box drawn around to set it aside from everything else. The Clemson cornerback is fast, fluid, and full of energy. Booth flies around the field, flashing impressive long speed to go toe-to-toe with receivers downfield. He also owns the exceptional short-area speed to click and close with ease. The cornerback has quick feet, loose hips, and a tremendous change-ofdirection ability.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 3/8”

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

31 1/2”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

76 7/8”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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DEREK

STINGLEY JR. School

Position

HT/WT

LSU

6’1”, 195 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

3.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

2.8

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Ever since his emergence as a true freshman, LSU cornerback Derek Stingley Jr. has been pegged as the de facto CB1 of this 2022 NFL Draft class. While injury impacted his final season at the college football level, he still projects to be one of the best in the class and a guaranteed first-round prospect. The LSU cornerback is a ballhawking, playmaking, potential lockdown corner on the outside of an NFL defense.

Good-sized NFL cornerback with the length to be disruptive both at the catch point and line of scrimmage.

Stingley is the prototypical size of an NFL cornerback and also has ideal length at the position, which helps him be disruptive both at the catch point and at the line of scrimmage. He routinely uses his length to get a jab in at the point of the snap, gaining an advantage from the get-go.

He demonstrates impressive ball-tracking prowess and regularly puts himself in a position to make a play. When the ball is in the air in his vicinity, there is every chance of a turnover.

An exceptional athlete, Stingley can go toe-to-toe with the fastest wide receivers that college football has to offer. He begins his coverage reps from an excellent, low stance. From there, he explodes into an impressive backpedal, with the fluidity to turn and run with ease. He demonstrates excellent play speed, but there’s more to him than simply being able to run. Stingley has stellar footwork, helping him mirror receivers’ routes. Additionally, he displays tremendous change-of-direction ability. He’s explosive in short areas, allowing him to jump routes and makes plays on the ball. Stingley keeps his eyes focused on his opponents’ feet early in phase and uses his intelligence to switch focus to the quarterback’s intentions. A former WR, Stingley demonstrates impressive ball-tracking prowess and regularly puts himself in a position to make a play. When the ball is in the air in his vicinity, there is every chance of a turnover. He uses his length to be disruptive at the catch point. Stingley projects to be extremely scheme-versatile. He’s seen time at multiple alignments in the last two seasons while playing in both press and off coverage. LSU even rotated him into a safety alignment.

An exceptional athlete, Stingley has the speed, footwork, and fluidity of movement to mirror even the most athletic pass catchers.

NEGATIVES Question marks over his competitive toughness. Stingley has the ability to be great, but he’s often inconsistent with his apparent effort. Can be prone to lunging with his arms at the line of scrimmage, causing balance issues. Also prone to getting handsy downfield. Missing time in consecutive seasons with injury and questions over his recovery from surgery will raise red flags for NFL teams.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 5/8”

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

30 5/8”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

74 1/8”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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AHMAD

GARDNER School

Position

HT/WT

Cincinnati

6’3”, 200 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

2.3

CAREER STATS

5.5

3.5

103

11.4

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Some have Ahmad Gardner as their CB1 at this point. It’s easy to see why. He has an elite size/athleticism combination at 6’3”, 200 pounds. He also offers searing explosiveness and impeccable instincts. Gardner can use those traits in conjunction to make rangy plays in zone coverage.

Gardner has an elite size/athleticism combination. He’s supremely explosive and has rare closing speed but also has enough agiltiy to match receivers. He passes the fluidity threshold as well.

While Gardner has great agility and good fluidity for his size, he’s not the most fluid cornerback. His efficiency of motion has improved drastically since the start of his career, but he still plays a little too high in and out of breaks. Gardner doesn’t always sink his hips enough, and he’s not always lightning quick to recover when he lurches in press. Gardner is physical at the line, and he has enough athleticism to improve in press-man coverage. But right now, his timing and hand technique can be a bit inconsistent. While he has the athleticism to recover, his feet can get tied up. As of now, he translates better in zone-heavy schemes. Nevertheless, Gardner can be a fairly versatile cornerback at his maximum projection. And already, he projects extremely well in zone — to the point where he could be a blue-chip playmaker in space. His all-around awareness and elite explosive burst combine to form a deadly mix of traits. Additionally, his tenacious playmaking mentality completes his profile. Gardner is a first-round prospect, but he can be a star for zone-heavy teams who feature a lot of Cover 3.

Gardner compounds his elite burst with great instincts, especially in zone coverage. He positions himself well against 2-on-1s and has the range to snare passes that come his way. He’s proactive playing the ball at the catch point and has an alpha mentality. Furthermore, he’s very active in run support, squaring up runners with his frame.

NEGATIVES Gardner’s long speed, while solid, is not top-tier. He could stand to sink his hips a bit more when changing directions to be more efficient. He’s more of a leggy mover than a sudden or fleet-footed cornerback, and he plays too high on breaks. Gardner’s press technique is inconsistent, as he sometimes punches before his base is in the right spot. This can cause him to fall a step behind his opponents. While he has good fluidity for his size, he’s not elite with his recovery. His transitions can be staggered at times.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 5/8”

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

33 1/2”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

79 3/8”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

4.41

RAS

n/a

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KAIIR

ELAM School

Position

HT/WT

Florida

6’2”, 196 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

1.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

2.5

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Kaiir Elam didn’t quite take the leap many anticipated from him in 2021. However, he was playing on a nagging knee injury for much of the year. That impacted his comfort and efficiency of motion at times. All things considered, it’s impressive that Elam was able to put up the performances he did against teams like Alabama, Samford, and Florida State.

Elam has a long frame, high-end acceleration, and incredibly fluid hips. He completes challenging direction changes with ease, and he can stop and start with impressive suddenness and control.

Even though he wasn’t always 100%, Elam still showed off the high-level upside more than enough to renew confidence from his 2020 tape. Elam remains a rare athletic specimen, with outrageous hip fluidity, recovery athleticism, and hip sink for his long frame. He also has eye-popping closing acceleration when he closes on plays. He’s dangerous in zone, where he offers great awareness and quick reaction. But his fluidity, targeted physicality, and short-area burst are all traits that translate well in man coverage. On top of Elam’s pure coverage notes, the Florida CB still flashes great ball skills at the catch point. He’s actively disruptive with his length and plays the ball well. And he’s also very impressive in run support. He can read plays quickly, explode into the backfield, pinch tight corners, and wrap up ball carriers for losses. Injuries may have prevented Elam from taking the next step, but he’s already near the top of the staircase. He projects best in zone, but he has the athletic potential to be a scheme-versatile starting cornerback and an impactful playmaker in both phases.

Elam is proactive, confident in what he sees, and has very good pre- and post-snap instincts. He’s exceptional at anticipating routes and breaking early. A former receiver, he can rise vertically for passes, and he offers precise coordination at the catch point. Elam has press potential and is timely and aggressive in run support.

NEGATIVES Elam’s deep speed may not be elite. Moreover, his lighter frame can hinder his ability to get off blocks. He can become a more consistent tackler. He doesn’t wrap up often enough in open field at this point. Elam needs to take better angles and properly square up opponents. Elam sometimes second-guesses himself when committing to coverage angles. He can be a bit more coordinated with his footwork, especially in off-man looks. His recovery athleticism and balance help to mask issues. He can also get his head around more often.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

8 7/8”

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

30 7/8”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

n/a

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

4.39

RAS

n/a

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TRENT

McDUFFIE School

Position

HT/WT

Washington

5’11”, 195 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

0.0

CAREER STATS

4.5

14.5

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Trent McDuffie’s size is one of the only things keeping him from being a potential top20 prospect. That’s not to say that he is small. Still, in a class with Kaiir Elam, Derek Stingley Jr., and Ahmad Gardner — all of whom are over 6’1” — McDuffie’s size can be considered average. Size is an active strength for players like Elam and Gardner. For McDuffie, it’s not.

McDuffie is in the highest tier athletically. He has a ton of potential energy stored in his frame. He has fluid hips, as well as great long speed. McDuffie transfers his weight with ease, stacking motions effortlessly.

Nevertheless, McDuffie has a lot of redeeming traits that help him combat that relative size deficiency. He has great instincts and processing in zone coverage. And in softshoe press, he’s a quick-twitch athlete with fluid hips and surgical footwork, which he can use to stick with his man and quickly accelerate downfield. McDuffie brings a fullspeed competitive mentality on every play, and he has the range to make an impact whenever the ball comes his way. McDuffie is an elite athletic talent with the explosiveness, fluidity, and speed to be a terror in pass defense. He also owns the physicality, sure tackling ability, and fast play pace to make things happen in run defense. Moreover, McDuffie increased his ball production in 2021 and proved he could convert at the catch point. That, combined with his multi-phase utility, strong instincts, and high-end athleticism, makes him a bona fide first-round prospect.

McDuffie is a great tackler. He takes care not to overshoot angles in pursuit but still plays at full speed and gives maximum effort. He uses his entire frame to wrap up. In coverage, McDuffie has good awareness and instincts. His footwork is composed and meticulous, and he can match WRs easily at the line.

NEGATIVES McDuffie’s frame is somewhat slight for NFL standards. His size can make it difficult for him to disengage in run defense, and he can get outmuscled by larger blockers and receivers. He gets lost in congestion sometimes. His length isn’t elite proportionally, and that can limit his jams in press. McDuffie can improve his spacing in zone coverage, as he sometimes gives too much cushion on route breaks. He also reverts to body tackling at times, although he’s generally good in that phase.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

8 3/4”

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

29 3/4”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

72 3/8”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

4.44

RAS

n/a

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ROGER

McCREARY School

Position

HT/WT

Auburn

5’11”, 189 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

2021 STATS

17.5

CAREER STATS

111

135

16.3

YDS

0 0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Roger McCreary has the skill set of an NFL starter — that’s something we’ll get out of the way quickly. He’s twitchy, explosive, fluid, and physical at the point. Additionally, he has inside/outside versatility. For McCreary, the question isn’t whether or not he can start --- it’s how much upside he has in that role.

McCreary is a twitchy, explosive mover who’s quick to transition. He’s a sudden athlete who changes directions quickly with snappy, fluid hips and constant energy.

While McCreary is strong mentally, he can still respond quicker to breaks at times. Moreover, his below-average length is a dampener on his stock. He mitigates that concern somewhat with his ball skills and aggressive proactivity. However, football is ultimately a game of inches, and if his arms are 1-2 inches shorter than the average CB, that’s enough for him to come up short on some close plays. As concerning as it is, McCreary can survive without elite length — although it may rule him out for some teams, especially ones that employ more true press looks. He’s still a great athlete who has strong pre-snap recognition and instincts, with quick twitch, burst, physicality, and a fast play pace. In a class filled with large, athletic cornerbacks at the top, McCreary might be more of a Day 2 prospect. Nevertheless, in that range, he could wind up being a steal. Aside from length, he has most of the traits you want in a starter.

McCreary can carry most WRs downfield. With his footwork, he mirrors WRs well at the line. His feet are smooth, detailed, and up-tempo. He’s a terrific competitor and combative in all phases. McCreary has solid awareness and route recognition. He pinches WRs close to the sideline and positions himself well. He has great ball skills and plays bigger than his frame.

NEGATIVES McCreary’s length is quantifiability below average. It limits his playmaking range when playing the ball. It can also impact his ability to jam receivers at the line, as well as his tackling against larger WRs. McCreary’s short strides prevent him from having elite long speed. He sometimes gets caught flat-footed and loses positioning. He can be late to react to in-breaking routes and can take better angles. McCreary can get a little grabby with his hands when he loses a step on receivers.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9”

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

28 7/8”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

70 5/8”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

4.5

RAS

n/a

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KYLER

GORDON School

Position

HT/WT

Washington

6’0”, 200 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

0.0

CAREER STATS

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Kyler Gordon reportedly has a 42 1/2-inch vertical and an agility time of 3.87 at 6’0”, 200 pounds. The numbers make him one of the most otherworldly athletes in the 2022 NFL Draft, and his tape backs up that reputation.

Gordon is an extremely explosive and twitchy athlete who emanates energy in coverage. He’s a fluid mover with fast feet, smooth hips, and easy change-of-direction ability, as well as short-range agility.

A history with dance, kung fu, and ballet has helped Gordon refine his efficiency of motion, helping channel his athleticism in coverage. Gordon is an effortless mover who stacks direction changes well. Although he doesn’t have a ton of experience in press, he translates well with his twitch, fluidity, and short-area burst. He stays low in his stance and has great natural balance. And when he triggers on plays, he can close in an instant.

Gordon flashes high-level closing speed and long speed and can hit a rare second gear. He has the burst and recovery athleticism to close ground after initial losses.

The appeal with Gordon derives more from his upside. He still may need an adjustment in press at the next level, as he’s not often asked to jam receivers and throw his arms. But Gordon flashes the necessary processing and awareness in zone, and his physical skill set translates well in man. Moreover, he has excellent vertical athleticism and playmaking ability at the catch point, as well as the size and closing speed to be valuable in run support. Upon testing, Gordon could garner consideration in the top 50, especially from zone-heavy teams.

Gordon can read keys, has good awareness in zone, and can position himself well. He’s physical and aggressive in run support, and he flashes excellent ball skills.

NEGATIVES While his trigger is solid, Gordon can be late to react to breaks. He can be indecisive when there’s lots of sensory information to sift through. Gordon sometimes gives too much cushion on route breaks. The Washington product also has a few missed tackles on tape. Gordon can still be a bit more controlled. With his athleticism, he sometimes plays himself out of leverage. He has room to play the ball more consistently at the catch point. He also lacks substantial press-man experience. He’s played more zone and press-bail at Washington.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/4”

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

31”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

74 3/4”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

4.52

RAS

n/a

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DERION

KENDRICK School

Position

HT/WT

Georgia

5’11”, 202 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

3.5

CAREER STATS

104

9.4

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

The former Clemson wide receiver may not have traveled a conventional path to the NFL, amidst position change, team change, and overcoming multiple challenges during his football career. However, Derion Kendrick was a cornerstone of Georgia’s title-winning team this season.

As a former wide receiver, Kendrick exhibits exceptional ball skills.

As a former wide receiver, Kendrick exhibits exceptional ball skills. The Georgia cornerback can pluck the ball effortlessly out of the air with an impressive catch radius. His combination of decent length and solid hands make him a nightmare for opposing pass catchers. Furthermore, his coverage ability is aided by his understanding of route concepts from playing the WR position. He’s also excellent at tracking the ball in the air. However, coverage ability is defined by more than just interceptions and pass breakups. Yet, Kendrick passes the eye test here, too. The Georgia CB is a patient operator who isn’t easily sold by fakes. He has the athletic ability to be sticky in man coverage, showcasing excellent footwork and fluidity alongside his football intelligence. This mix of football intelligence and athletic ability is also evident in zone coverage. Kendrick showcases excellent click-and-close skills to neutralize the threat of anyone that enters his domain. While he won’t break any records in the 40-yard dash at the NFL Combine, the Georgia cornerback plays with excellent play speed. Kendrick projects as a scheme-versatile outside cornerback at the next level. He’s equally proficient in both man and zone coverage. He routinely forces his man up the sideline when covering outside, shrinking the quarterback’s target area.

The Georgia cornerback is a patient operator who isn’t easily sold by fakes. He has the athletic ability to be sticky in man coverage, showcasing excellent footwork and fluidity alongside his football intelligence. Kendrick projects as a scheme-versatile outside cornerback at the next level. He’s equally proficient in both man and zone coverage. Kendrick is willing and physical in run support.

NEGATIVES Kendrick lacks elite speed. While he is explosive and has decent long speed, he can be exposed downfield by faster wide receivers. He can be guilty of being hesitant in his decision-making process when presented with multiple threats in his area of responsibility in zone coverage. Finally, Kendrick needs to work on his tackling technique. While he’s not afraid to do the dirty work, he’s prone to ankle tackles rather than wrapping up his opponent. Improving his technique will allow him to flourish in run support.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/4”

Broad Jump

10’5”

Arm Length

32 1/2”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

74”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

40-yard

4.55

RAS

8.41

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TARIQ

WOOLEN School

Position

HT/WT

UTSA

6’3”, 205 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

2.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

1.5

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

From Texas high school wide receiver to a conference-winning cornerback, it’s been quite the journey for Tariq Woolen. It isn’t over yet. His combination of incredible athletic ability and untapped defensive back potential have earned him national attention as an ascending NFL Draft prospect.

Woolen is a tall, physical cornerback whose size and athleticism make him a tantalizing prospect on the outside.

Woolen is a tall, physical cornerback whose size makes him a tantalizing prospect on the outside at the NFL level. He also has impressive length and wingspan measurements. He is a rare physical specimen in that regard, with even rarer athletic ability.

He possesses physicality and technical prowess at the point of attack. In press coverage, he uses his length to jab at the point of the snap and demonstrates good all-around hand usage.

Woolen demonstrates some physicality and technical prowess at the point of attack. In press coverage, he uses his length to jab at the point of the snap and demonstrates good all-around hand usage in this phase. His footwork allows him to mirror receivers and not give up easy separation on release. He routinely uses his long arm to feel for the receiver throughout the route. In addition to speed, Woolen possesses fluidity of movement. His footwork as he transitions from backpedal to run has taken strides as he has become a more experienced cornerback. The physicality demonstrated on release is evident elsewhere in Woolen’s game. At the catch point, he is capable of using his size and frame to outmuscle his opponent. Here, his length also comes into play, as he is able to get his arm around and make a play on the ball. Woolen has also shown a propensity to use his physicality against the run, laying a heavy hit when meeting his opponent with clear contact. He has been aligned as an outside cornerback on both sides of the formation. Additionally, he’s seen some reps in the slot, and he’s even been aligned as a singlehigh safety. With his size and athletic profile, there is potential that Woolen could transition to that latter role at the next level.

From that frame, he has a 4.34 laser-timed 40-yard dash and an 11’5” broad jump.

At the catch point, he is capable of using his size and frame to outmuscle his opponent. He also uses his physicality against the run.

NEGATIVES While Woolen showcases physicality against the run, clear improvements are needed as a tackler in terms of angles and consistently wrapping up. Rarely gets his head back around to get eyes on the quarterback. As a result, he leaves plays on the field. This may also result in penalties, given his physicality at the catch point. Needs to ensure a more concentrated approach at the catch point, with multiple missed interception opportunities at UTSA.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/8”

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

33 5/8”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

79”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

42”

40-yard

4.26

RAS

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JALYN

ARMOUR-DAVIS School

Position

HT/WT

Alabama

6’1”, 192 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

17.0

CAREER STATS

17.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Jalyn Armour-Davis has surpassed his more well-known teammate to become the Alabama CB to target in the 2022 NFL Draft. His combination of reliability, specialteams experience, and the skill set we’re about to discuss should make Armour-Davis a desirable commodity in April, with late-Day 2 potential.

Armour-Davis is blessed with impressive speed and showcases excellent range in coverage. Fluid athlete who possesses exceptional footwork. He’s able to mirror wide receivers, change direction almost effortlessly, and demonstrate excellent backpedal ability.

At 6’1” and 192 pounds, the Alabama defender has the size to play on the outside at the next level. Furthermore, he appears to have impressive relative length, which can be more important than height.

Owns eye discipline and an understanding of route concepts.

As you’d expect from a former 100m state champion, Armour-Davis is blessed with impressive speed. This is apparent not only in his ability to cover deep routes step for step with any wide receiver he’s lined up against, but also in his ability to cover the width of the field. As a result, Armour-Davis possesses impressive range.

Routinely disengages well from blockers, allowing him to make a timely play against the run. Takes correct angles and tackles with form.

He’s an impressively fluid athlete who showcases exceptional footwork. He’s able to mirror wide receivers, change direction almost effortlessly, and demonstrate excellent backpedal ability. You rarely see Armour-Davis give an inch of separation, and when the ball arrives, he uses his length to be disruptive.

JAD needs to trust his instincts more. He can be hesitant in how he approaches run plays and rushing the passer.

Additionally, he appears to own impressive eye discipline and an understanding of route concepts. The Alabama cornerback is rarely wrong-footed upon release in press coverage and isn’t easily swayed by head fakes and other tools of deception. Armour-Davis also showcases some impressive ability in run support. He routinely disengages well from blockers, allowing him to make a timely play against the run. Moreover, he takes a measured approach to tackling, ensuring he takes correct angles and tackles with form. You also don’t see a lot of penalties against Armour-Davis. In the games studied, there were zero flags thrown due to his actions.

Disruptive at the catch point.

NEGATIVES

Needs to ensure he routinely pressures the receiver to the sideline. He gives up the inside too easily. Having missed time in two separate seasons due to injury, health questions might throw up a red flag for NFL teams.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/4”

Broad Jump

9’

Arm Length

33 5/8”

Shuffle

4.9

Wingspan

79 1/2”

3 Cone

7.84

Bench Press

Vert Leap

30"

40-yard

5.13

RAS

6.92

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ALABAMA CB JALYN ARMOUR-DAVIS PRE-DRAFT INTERVIEW ON COVERAGE TECHNIQUE

Alabama cornerback prospect Jalyn Armour-Davis discusses his pre-snap reads and adjustments to his technique based on intense film-watching, trust in his speed, and more. Armour-Davis is a top cornerback in the 2022 NFL Draft.

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MARTIN

EMERSON School

Position

HT/WT

Mississippi State

6’2”, 200 lbs

102

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

0.0

CAREER STATS

152

45.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Martin Emerson’s 2021 production will lead some to believe that he regressed from 2020. Yet, he was just as strong. In fact, the Bulldogs CB improved some facets of his game. His long 6’2” frame remains, as does his penchant for making plays at the catch point. However, Emerson has improved his footwork and efficiency of motion, and it’s yielded impressive results.

Emerson has imposing length and great explosiveness. He’s twitchy and sudden off the snap, with energetic strides. He can sink his hips and explode out of direction changes, and he can stack hip movements.

Emerson is going to draw looks as a zone-coverage cornerback first. He has the length, closing speed, eye discipline, and reactionary quickness to thrive in that scheme. However, he shows promise in man coverage as well. Emerson might not have elite hip fluidity, but he still has enough looseness in his hips to stack direction changes, stay leveraged against receivers, and snap into pursuit. And at the line, the Mississippi State CB has the footwork, proactive physicality, and precision to project well in press. Provided Emerson tests well, he looks like a given to go Day 2 — potentially in the top 50. Yet, he’s good enough that some teams could value him with Round 1 capital if he fits their scheme. Since he’s not flawless in press, Emerson may project better in zone schemes early on. But with time to gain more consistency and adjust to the NFL game, he can be a multifaceted, impact starting cornerback.

Emerson anticipates and reacts quickly to breaks. He’s also good at using physicality at route stems to disrupt, and he shows promise in press-man coverage. At the catch point, Emerson is competitive. He attacks the ball in the air and fights through the rep. He’s strong in run support as well, and he can tackle in open space.

NEGATIVES Emerson’s frame is a bit high-hipped and leggy. His transitions can be a bit smoother. He’s slightly stiff cutting off stems and breaking toward the ball. Emerson sometimes aids his direction changes with tugs and grabs, which could cause him to be penalty-prone early on in his NFL career. In press, his extensions don’t always have synergy with his base. At times, he lurches and loses leverage. He also gives too much cushion on breaks occasionally, and he can whiff on tackles.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/8"

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

33 1/2”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

n/a

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

4.53

RAS

n/a

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MARIO

GOODRICH School

Position

HT/WT

Clemson

6’0”, 186 lbs

103

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

10.0

CAREER STATS

0.5

5.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Just last year, Mario Goodrich’s ascension up NFL Draft boards would have been unthinkable. Yet, within the space of an exceptional season, he’s ensured that two Clemson cornerbacks should hear their names called in April.

Excelling in run support, Goodrich diagnoses the run well, routinely takes good angles, arrives on the scene in a hurry, and showcases excellent tackling form.

If you’re an NFL team looking to secure a defensive back who excels in run support, Goodrich is the man for you. In the games studied, he didn’t have a single missed tackle. He diagnoses the run well, routinely takes good angles, arrives on the scene in a hurry, and showcases excellent tackling form. Although he isn’t the most powerful player, Goodrich is impressively physical. This is apparent in his run-support ability. However, it’s also demonstrated at multiple points in pass coverage. Goodrich can get in his jabs at the line in press coverage, he’s able to squeeze his man to the sideline, and he contests well at the catch point. The Clemson cornerback is incredibly scrappy in how he plays the game. Goodrich showcases a lot of impressive characteristics in coverage. He routinely demonstrates a low stance. The Clemson cornerback has a good backpedal and transitions out of that with impressive fluidity. An impressive athlete with solid changeof-direction ability, he’s able to stick in the hip pocket of his receiver.

In coverage, he plays from a low stance. He has a good backpedal and transitions with impressive fluidity. An excellent athlete with solid change-of-direction ability, he’s able to stick in the hip pocket of his receiver. He possesses quick feet, allowing him to mirror but also recover well. Speed is evident on film and during his high school testing.

NEGATIVES Goodrich doesn’t always play the position with power or demonstrate differencemaking strength. He can be easily disrupted by contact both in coverage and against the run. The Clemson cornerback is inconsistent in his ability to disengage from blockers. Goodrich needs to ensure he consistently remains aware of the play evolving around him.

He possesses quick feet, allowing him to mirror but also recover well. As a high school athlete, Goodrich recorded a 4.4 40-yard dash, and that speed is evident on tape. He’s able to go toe-to-toe downfield with receivers. His length is evident on tape, as he’s able to get his arms to the ball to impact the play in coverage. He also uses his length to feel for his opponent in coverage and to keep himself clean at the line of scrimmage. Additionally, at 6’0” and 190 pounds, Goodrich has decent size to play the position at the NFL level. “

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/8”

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

30 5/8”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

74 1/8”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

4.52

RAS

n/a

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CAM

TAYLOR-BRITT School

Position

HT/WT

Nebraska

5’10”, 200 lbs

105

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

0.0

CAREER STATS

140

2.5

150

30.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Two factors will give Cam Taylor-Britt a great deal of security in the 2022 NFL Draft — scheme versatility and competitive toughness. With his long, stocky frame, Taylor-Britt can be a playmaker in both coverage and run support. His explosiveness allows him to close gaps, while his proactive mentality ensures that he always makes his presence felt. Taylor-Britt is an all-out competitor on every down.

Taylor-Britt is a twitchy, energetic mover with fast feet. He gears up quickly in tight spaces. He’s like a homing missile in the box, and he’s decently fluid.

There’s also plenty to like with Taylor-Britt technically. He has good footwork and twitch as a mover. Additionally, his hips are fluid enough to stack direction changes and match receivers off the line. In zone coverage, Taylor-Britt has the spatial awareness and throttle control to maintain his positioning. And with his burst, wingspan, and urgency, he has a wide playmaking radius. Taylor-Britt’s run support only sweetens the pot. The Nebraska CB may be one of the best run-defending cornerbacks in the 2022 NFL Draft. He attacks blocks, surges into the backfield, and routinely makes plays at or behind the line. Especially on crucial downs and in short-yardage situations, he dials it up a notch. He’s instinctive, physical, and relentless in seeking out stops. Taylor-Britt projects well as a versatile cornerback at the next level. He can play on the boundary, but he also has a great skill set for the slot. Teams can move him around and be comfortable knowing he’s well-equipped to deal with what offenses throw at him. Taylor-Britt may not have elite speed or fluidity, but he’s well worth a Day 2 selection and could be a solid starter for a long time.

Taylor-Britt’s play strength is impressive. He’s can wrench down anchors in run defense, and he can blast back blockers with force. Taylor-Britt brings constant energy. He’s a tone-setter and an enforcer. Taylor-Britt can crowd WRs with his long frame. He uses his feet and hips to stay square with opponents, and he has good ball skills. He’s also incredibly versatile.

NEGATIVES Taylor-Britt might not have elite speed or fluidity. He sometimes needs to gather himself out of his backpedal, and he can lose his balance flipping his hips. Transitions aren’t always smooth. Taylor-Britt can be baited into jamming prematurely at the line. He sometimes gives too much cushion at the stem. He can’t always pinch angles as tightly as needed. Taylor-Britt can be a touch late reacting to breaks. He at times loses WRs in his blind spot and can be late to flip around. He also overshoots tackling angles on occasion.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10"

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

31 1/2"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

76 1/8”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

4.38

RAS

n/a

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AKAYLEB

EVANS School

Position

HT/WT

Missouri

6’1”, 201 lbs

131

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

0.0

CAREER STATS

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

One of the most high-profile players in the transfer portal a year ago, Missouri cornerback Akayleb Evans impressed in his first season in the SEC. He’s a solid NFL Draft cornerback prospect with some attractive traits and attributes who impressed with his physicality at the Senior Bowl.

Evans is a physical press-man cornerback who also offers versatility. He’s aligned both as a boundary and field outside corner. Additionally, he’s seen action in the slot.

Measuring 6’1” and 201 pounds at the Senior Bowl, Evans has good size for the cornerback position at the next level. More importantly, the Missouri cornerback has good length, with 32 3/8” arms.

Evans possesses excellent eye discipline. Routinely keeps his eyes focused on his opponent’s feet, so he isn’t easily tricked by route fakes.

The first thing that you notice on tape is Evans’ physicality. His long arms and combative style allow him to be disruptive at the line of scrimmage in press coverage. He continues this physicality during the route and at the catch point. Furthermore, Evans carries this physicality into run support. He’s willing and able in this regard, showing the ability to deliver a heavy hit while seeking out the action in the run game. Evans is a physical press-man cornerback who also offers versatility. He’s aligned both as a boundary and field outside corner. Additionally, he’s seen action in the slot. His only career interception against Central Michigan saw Evans align in the slot, mirror the receiver, and break on the route to snag the ball out of the air before the catch point.

Long arms and combative style allow him to be disruptive.

Evans possesses a solid athletic profile at the cornerback position and backpedals well, enabling him to drop while keeping his eyes on the quarterback.

NEGATIVES Evans isn’t an elite athlete. He could struggle against speedier wide receivers at the next level. Although he has showcased some change-of-direction ability in man coverage, Evans isn’t routinely twitchy in his movements. Despite being physical, he can be bullied by bigger tight ends and receivers. Has missed time in three of his five college seasons with injury.

That play showcased one of his most impressive attributes. Evans possesses excellent eye discipline and routinely puts that to good use. Not only can he read and react to the play, Evans routinely keeps his eyes focused on his opponent’s feet, so he isn’t easily tricked by route fakes. Evans possesses a solid athletic profile at the cornerback position. In high school, he recorded a 4.53 40-yard dash, and that is apparent on tape. While Evans isn’t the fastest cornerback, he isn’t blown away by receivers. He can backpedal well, enabling him to drop while keeping his eyes on the quarterback.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

8 3/4”

Broad Jump

10'9"

Arm Length

32”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

74 5/8”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

36"

40-yard

4.46

RAS

9.63

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228

MYKAEL

WRIGHT School

Position

HT/WT

Oregon

5’11”, 178 lbs

136

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

0.0

CAREER STATS

113

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Mykael Wright has a lot of the foundational traits you search for in cornerbacks. He’s explosive, fast, reasonably fluid, and aggressive. He doesn’t quite have the elite reach or frame density that other cornerbacks have, but he makes up for it with his physicality, breadth, and closing burst.

Wright has impressive lateral twitch, suddenness, and recovery athleticism. He can easily stack direction changes. He also has fairly fluid hips, as well as intense explosiveness out of direction changes. With his long speed, he can match receivers down the field.

Just as Wright’s strengths are easy to see, however, so are his weaknesses. He can be overzealous and get himself into trouble. He can also further improve his efficiency of motion and shore up his coordination at the catch point. Additionally, he’ll need to add more weight to his frame, as that may be a red flag for NFL teams. His 2021 season didn’t do enough to quell the concerns regarding his scouting report.

Wright is a fiery competitor who regularly gets chippy with WRs. He’s tenacious and physical in coverage, and he flashes playmaking ability when the ball is in the air.

Nevertheless, Wright has already shown impressive flashes of natural talent. Even though he remains an incomplete prospect heading into the NFL Draft, the talent is there. With inconsistent eyes and instincts in zone, he may be best in man-heavy schemes, where he can keep his eyes forward and use his athleticism to mirror receivers. But if he can put things together with his explosiveness, he does have potential in zone. Wright looks like a mid-round pick in a strong CB class, but he could go on to outperform his billing.

NEGATIVES

Wright lacks a strong frame, but he’s a decent tackler. He stays involved in run support.

Wright’s frame is light, and he doesn’t have elite length. He can be outmuscled at the catch point, and sometimes compensates with sloppy, overaggressive technique. He can also be negated by blockers in run defense. Wright can improve his efficiency of motion at times, as he can be caught lurching. He also lacks elite ball skills, as his coordination can be off at times. In zone, Wright can lose WRs in his blind spot --- he can better position himself on occasion.

Prospect Measurements

Both images by: Photographer Eric Evans, University of Oregon

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9”

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

30 1/2”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

n/a

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

4.57

RAS

n/a

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229

COBY

BRYANT School

Position

HT/WT

Cincinnati

6’1”, 191 lbs

145

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

1.5

10.5

CAREER STATS

132

166

5.1

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Cincinnati CB Coby Bryant heads to the 2022 NFL Draft having been named the Jim Thorpe Defensive Back of the Year in his final season with the Bearcats. While his teammate attracts first-round attention, Bryant has the potential to be a steal later in the draft.

Bryant knows how to put his frame and length to good use in coverage.

During his time in Cincinnati, Bryant has developed into the ideal size for an NFL cornerback. An undersized high school prospect whose build compromised his recruiting journey, he now looks every bit the NFL CB.

A student of the game, Bryant communicates pre-snap and makes post-snap adjustments. He does a good job reading the quarterback, and he shows an innate understanding of route concepts.

Bryant knows how to put his frame and length to good use in coverage. At the line of scrimmage, he can jab his arm into his opponent to gain an advantage on release. Down the route, he does a good job of using his length to feel for his opponent. Additionally, he can use this combined with physicality to work the receiver to the sideline. At the catch point, he can get his arm around to make a play on the ball.

An “alpha” in the secondary, he plays with a physicality against the run.

Bryant possesses impressive athletic ability. He’s extremely fluid and possesses incredibly fast feet. Furthermore, he demonstrates the ability to transition from an excellent backpedal into running with ease and no wasted movement. His straight-line speed is impressive, and he’s shown the range to cover the entire width of the field to make a play.

An impressive athlete, Bryant showcases excellent fluidity, fast feet, and can transition from an excellent backpedal into running with ease and no wasted movement.

NEGATIVES Bryant needs to be more consistent with his approach to tackling. He doesn’t routinely wrap up, allowing his opponent to sometimes break free for extra yardage. Bryant is also inconsistent in his ability to disengage from contact with blockers. In coverage, he doesn’t always play as tight as you would like to see, allowing additional yardage.

The Cincinnati cornerback is also impressive from a mental aspect. He can be seen routinely communicating with his teammates to ensure they are aligned correctly. Bryant is also capable of making post-snap adjustments. He does a good job reading the quarterback, and he shows an innate understanding of route concepts. This intelligence is also evident in run support. Bryant routinely takes excellent angles when playing against the run. The Cincinnati cornerback showcases stellar play diagnosis in this regard. As an “alpha” in the secondary, he plays with a physicality against the run, confidently taking on ball carriers of any stature.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 3/8"

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

30 5/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

74”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

4.54

RAS

8.1

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MARCUS

JONES School

Position

HT/WT

Houston

5’8”, 185 lbs

150

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

0.4

CAREER STATS

111

153

134

14.9

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Marcus Jones’ size will be limiting. There’s no working around that. He’ll also turn 24 years old during his rookie season, so his projected prime years aren’t as plentiful as others. That said, in the immediate timeline, the Houston CB does provide good value and versatility.

Jones is a twitchy, jittery athlete who explodes off his stance. He has the fluidity to quickly flip his hips and carry WRs downfield. He can change directions and match releases.

On defense, Jones has shown that he can line up in multiple spots. While he projects better in the slot at the next level, his lower body press technique is good enough that he can match receivers on the boundary without being overpowered at the line. His fluid hips enable him to stick to players in coverage, and with his burst and instincts, he can close on passes and make plays on the ball. For what Jones lacks as a defender, he makes up for tenfold with his returning ability. He’s an electric return man with home-run potential on any given opportunity. That ability alone may give him some Day 2 buzz for teams in need of a return specialist. His versatility gives him some security with his stock. Nevertheless, even as a mere defender, Jones is worth an early-to-mid Day 3 pick at the latest. He can be a valuable rotational playmaker with starting upside in the right role, even if his size relegates him to the slot.

Jones is willing to deliver hits downfield, and he plays larger than his frame. He can be physical at the stem. He’s not a passive tackler and knows how to square up. Jones can read the QB’s eyes and break on passes. He has solid footwork at the line. He can mirror releases with reactive quickness and keep his hips loose, putting his feet first.

NEGATIVES Jones naturally has a smaller disruption radius at the catch point. His play strength is lacking in some matchups. He can be outmuscled by larger WRs, at the catch point and in run support. He can also improve his timing and coordination at the catch point and get his head around more often downfield. Jones can be drawn off his man by overlapping route concepts and gets grabby in contested situations. Jones’ length also impacts his ability to jam receivers at the line. His short strides limit his range somewhat.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

8 7/8"

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

28 7/8”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

n/a

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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TARIQ

CASTRO-FIELDS School

Position

HT/WT

Penn State

6’0”, 194 lbs

168

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

0.0

CAREER STATS

129

4.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Although Penn State’s campaign unraveled somewhat following a winning start, Tariq Castro-Fields had some highlight games, including achieving the rare feat of helping keep the Ohio State wide receiver trio under 100 yards. The Penn State CB possesses some alluring attributes at the position that should ensure that he hears his name in the 2022 NFL Draft.

Decent-sized cornerback with good functional length, putting it to good use both at the line of scrimmage and at the catch point.

At 6’0” and 194 pounds, Castro-Fields has decent size at the cornerback position. He also has decent length, with 31 1/8” arms measured at the Senior Bowl.

Versatile cornerback who has experience in man and zone schemes as well as outside and slot alignments.

When tasked with operating in press-man coverage, he can put his length to disruptive use at the line of scrimmage. At the catch point, Castro-Fields can get his long levers on the ball to make a play, regardless of his positioning relative to his opponent.

Physical in coverage at the line of scrimmage, catch point, and against the run.

With speedier wide receivers increasingly popular in the NFL, speed is an important weapon for cornerbacks. A former track athlete, Castro-Fields is up to the task in this regard. He was able to keep pace with Chris Olave downfield, a boast not too many cornerbacks can attest to. In addition to the ability to go stride for stride downfield, this speed allows CastroFields to recover well if he does give up any ground at the line of scrimmage. The Penn State CB has showcased impressive recovery ability and stickiness in man coverage. While his speed and length allow him to thrive in man coverage, Castro-Fields has experience in zone as well. Combined with playing outside or in the slot, this gives him some valuable versatility as he heads to the NFL Draft. Finally, Castro-Fields plays the game with physicality. This is evident in both coverages and against the run. He’s physical in coverage at the line of scrimmage and the catch point. Against the run, he shows fearlessness to crash into the box and overcome blockers to fight to the ball. This physicality could help him carve out an early role on special teams.”

Reports that he can run a low-4.4 40-yard dash backed up by his ability to cover even the most impressive speed receivers.

NEGATIVES Castro-Fields’ physicality can lead to grabbing at the top of the route. We’ve already seen that result in flags at the college level. The Penn State cornerback can be wrong-footed by releases at the line of scrimmage. He frequently gives up early yardage in press-man coverage. The undisclosed nature of his 2020 injury may pose some issues for NFL teams. It is also reported that he battled injury in 2019.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

8 3/4”

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

30 3/4"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

76”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

4.38

RAS

n/a

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JOSH

JOBE School

Position

HT/WT

Alabama

6’1”, 194 lbs

170

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

3.0

CAREER STATS

129

3.5

2.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

When you think about the hard or impossible traits to develop at the cornerback position, you think of athleticism, length, competitive toughness, and fluidity. Josh Jobe checks most of these boxes comfortably. He’s not the most fluid, but he has room to improve by refining his efficiency of motion. The physical and mental foundation for Jobe is incredibly enticing.

Jobe is long and very explosive, and he flashes decent fluidity. His long speed allows him to track receivers downfield. With his length and closing speed, he can contend passes.

Having said all this, Jobe has some work to do before he can be relied upon as an NFL starter. Although he’s extremely talented, he’s a bit unhinged with his movement skills and hand usage. That’s not to say he’s a total project; he’s not. There are flashes of excellent leveraging downfield, and Jobe has shown he can lower his hips and maintain balance through direction changes. Additionally, outside of his penalties, he truly doesn’t let many big plays by. As of now, however, Jobe is a Day 2 prospect at best and could slip to Day 3. He wasn’t able to make the requisite leap in 2021 and problems with fluidity, overzealous hand usage, and recklessness still exist. But he is a moldable ball of clay in some respects. Especially in zone schemes, he has the explosiveness, length, and tenacity to be a factor. If he can improve his man technique, he can be a disruptive press cornerback as well. There’s work to do, and he’s already an older prospect, set to be 24 years old as a rookie. But his ceiling is reasonably high.

Jobe’s attitude is infectious. He’s incredibly chippy and tenacious. As a tackler, Jobe plays with stellar play pace, and he proactively uses his length and density to wrap up ball carriers. He can deliver some surprisingly jarring hits. And as a coverage defender, he spares no effort in reaching for passes — using his length to impact the ball.

NEGATIVES Jobe is somewhat raw. He can improve his upper and lower body mechanics. Jobe’s hand usage is a concern. His grabbiness can get him in trouble, both at the line and at the catch. He draws flags and throws himself off-balance at times. Occasionally, he jams too early, resulting in lurches. Jobe’s feet can be choppy, affecting his efficiency of motion. He doesn’t always get low enough in his stance, gets flat-footed on breaks, doesn’t have elite fluidity, and isn’t always the smoothest mover.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/4"

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

32 5/8”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

n/a

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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JAYLEN

WATSON School

Position

HT/WT

Washington State

6’1”, 197 lbs

174

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

5.5

CAREER STATS

5.5

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Jaylen Watson has an intriguing projection at the NFL level. Though he didn’t measure in as large as expected at the Senior Bowl, he still has a 6’1 1/2” frame with near33-inch arms. That great length and natural leverage allows him to bully receivers and remain competitive at the catch point. Watson is a solidly built DB whose length allows him to contest catches.

Watson is a solidly built DB, whose length allows him to contest catches. He can keep up downfield with long strides and reportedly ran a 4.46 40-yard dash in JUCO.

As a former receiver, Watson has solid ball skills. And with safety experience dating back to high school, he also has a good feel for zone coverage. He’s not the greatest athlete, but he has some burst. And with his long strides, he can cover ground with reasonable efficiency. The question marks stem from Watson’s fluidity and short-area agility. He’s not the smoothest when changing directions. That could limit his potential in press-man and off-man coverage against NFL wideouts. Even in zone coverage, there’s room for Watson to improve as well -- particularly with his eye discipline. Nevertheless, Watson has a good physical skill set as a zone defender. His long frame and physical style are two things that could endear him to certain staffs. He wasn’t dominant at the Senior Bowl, but he flashed -- especially during the first day. He may be a bit more scheme-specific, but his physical skill set affords him some starting potential.

Watson can clamp WRs near the line. He rocks opponents in the open field with walloping hits and can rip out passes. He can shed blocks from receivers with his strong frame. Watson doesn’t give up big plays and keeps the action in front of him. He also has good ball skills and flashes recognition ability. He’s patient reading routes and can follow the QB’s eyes.

NEGATIVES Watson is sometimes susceptible to poor technique, resulting in missed tackles. He can drop his head and try to arm tackle occasionally, which bigger players easily run through. His angles can be more consistent at times. Watson must maintain eye discipline at the next level and not let his man sneak behind him and into his blind spot. Furthermore, quicker receivers can burn Watson with quick routes if he doesn’t get his hands on them. Watson isn’t the most fluid in and out of breaks, and his short-area quickness is questionable.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 5/8"

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

32 1/4"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

76 5/8”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

4.51

RAS

9.29

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ALLIE

GREEN IV School

Position

HT/WT

Missouri

6’2”, 203 lbs

320

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

0.0

CAREER STATS

139

3.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Tall, long, and strong, Allie Green IV looks like he was chucked fresh out of an elitecornerback-prospect-making machine. Having transferred to Missouri from Tulsa last year, he’s rekindled the interest that he saw prior to the 2021 NFL Draft.

A tall, physical cornerback, Green appears to have exceptional length. He puts this to good use in coverage, contesting passes catch point. Additionally, his length allows him to effectively wrap us as a tackler.

Draft prospects at the position don’t come much taller and physical than the Missouri CB. At 6’2”, he has a size advantage over most of his positional competition.

Green thrives in press coverage, using his physicality to be disrutpive from the outset. The Missouri CB also makes his presence known at the catch point.

Furthermore, Green appears to have exceptional length. He puts this to good use in coverage, contesting passes at the catch point. Additionally, his length allows him to effectively wrap us as a tackler and make stops that would be out of range for shorterarmed players.

Showing patience as a tackler, Green is also not afraid to lower his shoulder and deliver a stunning blow to the ball carrier.

With Green’s size and length comes incredible physicality. This is probably his most significant attribute as a cornerback. He thrives in press-man coverage where he can have a good old-fashioned man-on-man battle.

Green can be too handsy at the point of the catch, which will lead to unnecessary penalties at the NFL level.

The Missouri CB is a physical nightmare for wide receivers at the line of scrimmage. Whether with a strong arm to the outside shoulder or by getting both hands into the chest of his opponent, Green disrupts the route from the outset. At the catch point, he uses his physicality to make it difficult for his opponent.

NEGATIVES

The Missouri CB lacks long speed and struggles to recover when receivers gain separation on him. Green can be prone to biting on double-moves and would also benefit from getting his head around to the ball in a more timely fashion.

Green IV’s physicality is also apparent against the run. While he shows patience as a tackler to assess the situation, Green’s not afraid to lower his shoulder and deliver a stunning blow to the ball carrier. If he’s left 1-on-1 at the goal line with the game on the line, you’re confident the outcome will end in his favor. NFL Draft prospects can increase their stock with versatility, another tick in Green IV’s box. While he projects best as an outside cornerback in the NFL, he can play in the slot and has seen time at safety.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 7/8”

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

33 1/8”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

n/a

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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SAFETY

SAFETY PFN CONSENSUS BIG BOARD RANKINGS NAME

SCHOOL

POS RANK

OVERALL RANK

Kyle Hamilton

Notre Dame

Daxton Hill

Michigan

Jaquan Brisker

Penn State

Lewis Cine

Georgia

Jalen Pitre

Baylor

Verone McKinley III

Oregon

Kerby Joseph

Illinois

Leon O'Neal Jr.

Texas A&M

127

Nick Cross

Maryland

132

Markquese Bell

Florida A&M

148

Yusuf Corker

Kentucky

158

JT Woods

Baylor

160

Sterling Weatherford

Miami (OH)

200

Bubba Bolden

Miami (FL)

276

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KYLE

HAMILTON School

Position

HT/WT

Notre Dame

6’4”, 219 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

0.0

CAREER STATS

138

7.5

10.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

It’s been five years since a safety was selected with a top-10 pick. Since 2010, just three players at the position have ascended to the early part of Day 1. In the 2022 NFL Draft, that select group should add another name in Notre Dame safety Kyle Hamilton, who is one of the best prospects in this class.

Hamilton has uncommon size for the safety position. At 6’4” and 219 pounds, he is a physical specimen. In addition to his size, Hamilton has elite length.

Hamilton has uncommon size for the safety position. At 6’4” and 219 pounds, he is a physical specimen. There are linebackers playing the game that don’t possess the same size as the Notre Dame safety. In addition to his size, Hamilton has elite length. Both his height and length make him a difficult proposition to throw against.

Hamilton demonstrates excellent play speed, has incredible fluidity of movement that enables tremendous change of direction, and contains impressive short-area explosion. Hamilton is an exceptional tackler. He often demonstrates incredible brute force combined with excellent tackling form.

With that coverage radius, he can get his hands up to snag the ball out of the air. He can also use his long levers to reach around opposing receivers to disrupt the ball, knocking it away from their grasp. Hamilton is extremely disruptive at the catch point.

Highly academic, high-character player who offers no off-field issues.

For a safety of his size, you might expect some trade-off in athletic ability. However, there is none. Hamilton is as athletic as they come. He demonstrates excellent play speed, has incredible fluidity of movement enabling tremendous change of direction, and contains impressive short-area explosion.

While displaying impressive football intelligence, the Notre Dame safety can be prone to bite on screens, play-action, and RPO plays. This is often a result of his aggressive approach to playing the game.

Hamilton’s athletic profile ensures he can cover the entire field. As a result, he has been used in multiple alignments for the Fighting Irish. His versatility will prove invaluable ahead of the 2022 NFL Draft. Hamilton can play single-high and two-high safety; he has played in the slot and unleashed on blitz plays. His imposing build allows him to play with extreme physicality in the box. This brings us nicely to the final element of his game. Hamilton is an exceptional tackler. He often demonstrates incredible brute force combined with excellent tackling form. He appears to be a highly academic, high-character player who offers no offfield issues.

NEGATIVES

The biggest concern is his recovery from injury. While everything out of Notre Dame suggests he could have played in the College Football Playoff had the Irish been selected, NFL teams will want to see that there has been no drop-off in his athletic ability following an injury that ended his college career early.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/8"

Broad Jump

10'11"

Arm Length

33"

Shuffle

4.32

Wingspan

79 3/4"

3 Cone

6.9

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

38"

40-yard

4.59

RAS

9.02

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DAXTON

HILL School

Position

HT/WT

Michigan

6’0”, 192 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

4.5

0.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

149

7.5

0.5

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Daxton Hill has long had eyes on his play, dating back to high school, when he was a five-star prospect. He logged a 4.3 40-yard dash and a 43-inch vertical jump in high school testing, and that athleticism checks out on tape. He’s an unreal athlete with extremely rare closing burst and initial acceleration out of his stance.

Hill has quantifiably elite athleticism, with unreal explosiveness and closing speed out of his breaks. He’s also exceptionally fluid and can stack direction changes with ease. He can match WRs out of the slot with his fast footwork and recover ground quickly.

For a long time, however, that’s all Hill was. He never quite lived up to his recruit billing until this season. Playing largely out of the slot for Michigan, he became a dynamic playmaker. Improving his processing and reaction quickness was a large factor in his ascent. In past years, Hill showed flashes of processing. But sometimes, there was a delay between his recognition and stimuli. This year, Hill was constantly energetic and active on the back end. When he sees plays, he closes with insane quickness. His elite explosive profile underpins his game, but he’s also incredibly fluid and fleet-footed for a safety, to the point where he can feasibly stick at slot cornerback. He’s also physical at the stem and showed off impressive vertical athleticism and ball skills in 2021. Most exciting, however, is Hill’s potential as a do-it-all chess piece on the back end. He has the range to play two-high and single-high. But his physicality, ball skills, and fluidity translate very well in the slot. There’s still room for Hill to be a bit more consistent with processing, and he can be a bit grabby in coverage, drawing penalties. But the potential is there for him to be a rare defensive catalyst for teams, with tremendous versatility.

Hill brings uncommon vertical athleticism and leaping ability. He launches off the ground and can high-point passes. He’s a proactive playmaker with great ball skills and physicality to contest receivers through the entire rep. He can tackle coming downhill as well.

NEGATIVES While Hill is physical in coverage, he can be a bit too grabby at times. Thus, he sometimes draws penalties in coverage. He can lose his balance out of breaks on occasion and still has instances where he’s a bit late to react to play calls. He improved in 2021, but Hill can still find a more perfect balance of patience and aggression. He can be led astray by misdirections, and he can overshoot tackling angles coming downhill. Hill has decent size but is a little light and can struggle to get off blocks in run defense.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/4"

Broad Jump

10’5”

Arm Length

32 1/2"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

n/a

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

40-yard

4.55

RAS

8.41

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JAQUAN

BRISKER School

Position

HT/WT

Penn State

6’1”, 200 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

19.5

CAREER STATS

151

12.2

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Jaquan Brisker is a very well-rounded safety prospect. He spends most of his time in the box, but the soon-to-be 23-year-old has the skill set to fulfill a multitude of different roles in the NFL.

Brisker has solid all-around mobility. He’s a twitchy athlete with a long, compact frame. He’s largely a smooth mover with light feet and fluid hips, and he brings great explosive burst. He flashes superb range in the deep third and has natural ball skills, being a former WR.

Athletically, Brisker is long, explosive, fluid, and twitchy. Mentally, he’s sharp, energetic, and fairly adaptable. He has dual-sided appeal as both a coverage and runsupport player. Additionally, he’s versatile enough to line up in a variety of different spots. His playmaking ability at the catch point helps to complete his game.

Brisker is forceful and fast in the box. He’s combative against blocks, and he’s willing to fill and tackle in run defense. He has single-high, two-high, and slot versatility. He’s an urgent, high-energy player who disrupts routes with his physicality.

Brisker, like most players, can attain more consistency from an operational standpoint. His processing can improve, as he doesn’t always anticipate route separation downfield. He also has room to be a cleaner mover. He has great linear range, but he can get caught flat-footed when changing directions, and he can be left in the lurch when biting on quick moves at the stem.

NEGATIVES

Nevertheless, Brisker is good enough in each area to command early-round appeal in the 2022 NFL Draft. He missed an opportunity to boost his stock at the Senior Bowl, but testing should favor him. Teams may be more keen to use him as a strong safety early on with his burst, instincts in congestion, and tackling ability. But he has the athleticism to eventually earn free safety snaps as well.

Brisker can be led away from plays by misdirections at times, and he’s also prone to overshooting tackles coming into the box. In space, while Brisker has good athleticism, he can be more efficient at times. He sometimes gets caught flat-footed and can improve his footwork at stems to negate this issue.

Brisker can react faster, as he sometimes gets caught watching. He can more consistently anticipate separation in deep coverage. He’s sometimes late to flip his hips and is prone to occasional communication mishaps.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/4"

Broad Jump

Arm Length

33 5/8"

Shuffle

4.9

Wingspan

79 1/2"

3 Cone

7.84

Bench Press

Vert Leap

30"

40-yard

5.13

RAS

6.92

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LEWIS

CINE School

Position

HT/WT

Georgia

6’1”, 200 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

8.0

CAREER STATS

144

3.5

11.5

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

At 6’1”, Lewis Cine has the requisite size for the position. Furthermore, he appears to possess impressive functional length. Cine ticks the boxes here. Additionally, he’s added 15 pounds between his sophomore and junior seasons.

At 6’1”, Cine has the requisite size for the position. Furthermore, he appears to possess impressive functional length.

That is huge for a player whose physicality is the calling card of his game. Cine is a violent downhill hitter who puts his entire being behind every tackle. His hits shook multiple players at 185 pounds, so at 200 pounds, there may not be a man who can withstand his impact. As you can imagine from a physical and violent safety, Cine excels in the ground game. It’s unlikely to end well for the offense when he explodes through the gap to a ball carrier. However, he’s more than just a physical threat in the run game. Cine shows excellent ability to diagnose plays against the run, reading the offense and putting himself in a position to succeed. “Diagnose and destroy” should be the Georgia safety’s motto. In coverage, Cine demonstrates incredible click-and-close ability. He covers the ground with insane athletic ability, arriving on the scene to make a play on the ball or man. Cine changes direction well, allowing him to stay close to his opponent in man coverage. Furthermore, he has the long speed to stay with some of the fastest wide receivers in college football. Finally, and notably from an NFL Draft perspective, Cine displays leadership and versatility. The Georgia safety is one of the most experienced players in their secondary this season. He can often be seen directing his teammates on the field. From a versatility standpoint, he has aligned as both a single-high and split-field safety. Cine has also been used as a cornerback in the slot and tasked with blitzing off the edge occasionally.

Cine is a violent downhill hitter who puts his entire being behind every tackle. Cine shows excellent ability to diagnose plays against the run, reading the offense, and putting himself in a position to succeed. In coverage, Cine demonstrates incredible click-and-close ability. He covers the ground with insane athletic ability, arriving on the scene to make a play on the ball or man.

NEGATIVES Cine does his best work with the ball in front of him. When the ball is behind him in coverage, however, he can be guilty of failing to get his head around. Ball tracking is the most significant area that he needs to improve. While he diagnoses and scrapes well in the run game, improvements are to be made in coverage. He doesn’t routinely do a good job of navigating traffic in coverage.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 3/8"

Broad Jump

11’1”

Arm Length

32 1/4"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

n/a

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

36.5"

40-yard

4.37

RAS

9.78

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JALEN

PITRE School

Position

HT/WT

Baylor

5’10”, 196 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

18.5

3.5

10.0

CAREER STATS

111

158

19.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

The most common hang-up with Jalen Pitre’s profile will be this — where does he play at the next level? He’s noticeably small for a player who lines up in the box on a large portion of his plays. And he doesn’t have enough composite experience in coverage to garner full confidence. The translatability questions have merit. However, when you look at the traits, an answer appears — play him everywhere.

Pitre is undersized for the box, but nobody tell Pitre -- because he doesn’t know or care. He’s a heat-seeking missile in close quarters, with great explosiveness, sudden twitch, and range in pursuit. Pitre can blow up plays before they develop with his burst and high-level instincts.

The word “everywhere,” of course, comes with a caveat. Pitre probably isn’t someone you want in single-high alignments. But in the slot, on the edge, and at the second level, he brings plenty to the table as a hybrid STAR defender. With his high-end explosiveness and play speed, the Baylor defender can surge into the backfield and earn tackles for loss. He’s incredibly dangerous and disruptive as a blitzer, and he’s not just a space player up close. He matches blockers with physicality, and with his instincts, he has a magnetic attraction to the ball. Going further, Pitre has the traits to translate in coverage in the short and intermediate ranges. While he can improve his footwork and movement technique, he’s reasonably fluid. He also has great processing speed, positioning, route-recognition ability, and the ball skills to capitalize at the catch point.

Pitre is an elite hustle player with tone-setting tenacity. He can swim through congestion and make stops, as well as recognize routes and close in space. He plays fast but knows when to slow up, maintain positioning, and trigger with his IQ.

NEGATIVES While Pitre does well to negate this concern, his size does impact him at times. He can’t always wrap up as a tackler and bring players down 1-on-1. He also struggles to get off blocks at times and can’t always deconstruct with quickness. Pitre can keep improving his man technique, as most of his experience came in zone at Baylor. His footwork can be uncoordinated, and while he’s competitive, he can be too grabby at the stem. In deep coverage, Pitre doesn’t always get proper depth and lacks experience there.

With the translatability questions, Pitre is likely relegated to Day 2. But in that range, the team that knows how to use him could get an invaluable defensive catalyst. Pitre is a pure playmaker, with the explosiveness, acute attention to detail, and tenacity to be a constant disruptor. And if he takes on the ability to play safety in two-high, he can be an eraser up to 20 yards off the line of scrimmage.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/4"

Broad Jump

Arm Length

33 5/8"

Shuffle

4.9

Wingspan

79 1/2"

3 Cone

7.84

Bench Press

Vert Leap

30"

40-yard

5.13

RAS

6.92

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243

VERONE

MCKINLEY III School

Position

HT/WT

Oregon

5’11”, 194 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

-1

-0.2

CAREER STATS

100

172

8.4

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

After a sensational season where he showcased his ball skills and football intelligence to the world, Verone McKinley III was named a consensus All-American. As a result, he heads to the 2022 NFL Draft with the opportunity to be a Day 2 selection.

A clear student of the game, McKinley has excellent ability to read the field, impressing in zone coverage with his foresight to understand route concepts. He also showcases good eye discipline.

The Oregon safety is a clear student of the game. He showcases excellent ability to read the field, impressing in zone coverage with his foresight to understand route concepts. He showcases good eye discipline and is rarely misled from his assignment. His experience playing a number of alignments is a testament to his ability to understand the game at a high level.

Excellent ball skills, with impressive ball tracking and body control at the catch point.

His college production has been a byproduct of his football intelligence. However, it’s also a result of impressive ball skills. The Oregon safety showcases excellent ball tracking and impressive body control at the catch point. His catch technique is exceptional, and he routinely makes acrobatic grabs. The intelligence and ball skills allow McKinley to patrol the secondary with impressive effectiveness. This is helped by a decent athletic profile that allows him to be rangy from a single-high alignment. This athleticism is also evident in terms of his clickand-close ability. There are multiple examples on tape of the Oregon safety closing downhill with excellent burst. This also allows him to demonstrate man-coverage ability that should help him cement an early role. McKinley is also proficient as a run defender. His intelligence allows him to sniff out the ball carrier, and he tackles with impressive form in the open field. Although he won’t wow you in the same way Georgia’s Lewis Cine might, he’s still able to come downhill and blow up the run. In addition to the abilities described above, McKinley possesses leadership qualities that will prove alluring at the NFL level. Furthermore, the Oregon safety possesses special-teams experience that will help him make an immediate impact in the league.

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Proficient as a run defender with intelligence to sniff out the ball carrier, and he tackles with impressive form. Leadership qualities and special-teams experience.

NEGATIVES McKinley might be considered undersized by NFL teams. Although he has showcased the ability to come downhill and make an impact, he doesn’t hit with the same ferocity as some of his peers. Additionally, his size and average length will make it difficult for him to disengage from blockers in the run game. He isn’t an elite athlete by any stretch of the imagination. That lack of pure sideline-tosideline speed may limit his role at the next level.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 1/8"

Broad Jump

10'0"

Arm Length

30 5/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

n/a

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

Vert Leap

35"

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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KERBY

JOSEPH School

Position

HT/WT

Illinois

6’0”, 200 lbs

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

2.4

CAREER STATS

116

2.4

ANALYSIS There are a few things to clean up with Kerby Joseph, but the upside is undeniable. Most encouraging is Joseph’s strong pre-snap and post-snap processing, as well as his ability to maintain space and adapt in zone coverage. His playmaking ability also steals the show. Joseph is an excellent athlete with the explosiveness and range to cover large amounts of ground. He can rise vertically and attack passes with his body control and ball-tracking ability, and he fights for the ball until the very end of the rep. Joseph is one of the few safeties who can effectively play single-high and flourish there. But he’s not confined to that role. Joseph can play two-high, as well as line up in the box. He’s not a liability from a physicality standpoint, showing he can fight blocks with his 33-inch arms, swim through congestion, and make open-field tackles. Moreover, with his fluid hips, length, and short-range athleticism, he translates well in man coverage. After a strong Senior Bowl showing, Joseph is a likely Day 2 pick in the 2022 NFL Draft. Joseph has a rare combination of explosiveness, length, playmaking instincts, and processing ability, and that combination affords him upside as an impact starter at safety in the NFL.

Joseph has a long frame, and he’s an explosive athlete with range. He can erase space in coverage, as well as close quickly downhill. He’s also a good open-field tackler. Joseph has good short-area quickness, hip fluidity, and twitch. He can stack direction changes, as well as sink his hips to pinch angles and keep his speed in space. Joseph brings great awareness. He’s an active processor and communicator pre-snap, and he’s also an adaptable player post-snap. His ball skills and playmaking instincts are excellent as well.

NEGATIVES Joseph is occasionally late to act on information that he processes. He can freeze in his stance when reading the QB. He processes well but does second-guess himself at times. He can also get drawn upfield by play-action and vacate zones. Joseph can quicken his strides to maximize his range in open space, and he can be a bit grabby in man coverage. In the box, Joseph doesn’t always drive through blocks, and he can be rerouted if he’s not careful. He also is prone to faulty angles at times.

Prospect Measurements

POSITIVES

Hand Size

10 1/4"

Broad Jump

10'3"

Arm Length

33"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

79 5/8”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

Vert Leap

38.5"

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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LEON

O’NEAL JR. School

Position

HT/WT

Texas A&M

6’0”, 211 lbs

127

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

42.5

CAREER STATS

108

161

162

27.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

After returning for his senior season at Texas A&M, Leon O’Neal Jr. heads to the 2022 NFL Draft as one of the most experienced safety prospects in a talented class. A productive coverage corner who excels as a physical downhill threat, O’Neal has potential to be an eventual starter in the NFL.

O’Neal is an imposing downhill threat, demonstrating impressive closing speed when working with the ball in front of him.

O’Neal is an imposing downhill threat, demonstrating impressive closing speed. He can fly into the backfield from an athletic standpoint, possessing quick footwork to help him navigate through traffic and lay a hit on the quarterback or ball carrier. There are also good examples of backpedaling on his tape. The senior safety has had a reputation as a heavy hitter since his high school days, which is apparent on his tape. He does his best work in and around the box where he can lower his shoulder, lay the boom, and punish quarterbacks and running backs alike. His above-average length enhances his ability as a tackler. At 6’0”, he lacks the size of some of the safety prospects in this class, but his length allows him to wrap up as a tackler. Furthermore, he’s demonstrated that he can use that length in coverage. Although O’Neal does his best work coming downhill, he has flashed ability in coverage. His ability to click and close is apparent in short-to-intermediate coverage. Additionally, he has shown stellar football instincts with the interceptions on his résumé. Finally, O’Neal is a vocal and visible leader on and off the field.

The Texas A&M safety possesses quick footwork to help him navigate through traffic in the run game. He also demonstrates the ability to backpedal smoothy in coverage. O’Neal does his best work in and around the box where he can lower his shoulder, lay the boom, and punish quarterbacks and running backs alike. O’Neal is a vocal and visible leader on and off the field.

NEGATIVES Despite impressing with his downhill closing speed, O’Neal doesn’t possess exceptional long speed. This poses issues in the deep third and with recovery ability. While disruptive in the short and intermediate areas of the field, O’Neal showcases inconsistencies in man coverage in terms of route recognition and ensuring he finishes plays. O’Neal has mainly played as a split-field safety, and his lack of experience and athletic limitations means he is unlikely to play single-high at the next level.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/4"

Broad Jump

10'5"

Arm Length

31 5/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

76 1/2”

3 Cone

6.89

Bench Press

Vert Leap

35"

40-yard

n/a

RAS

7.87

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NICK

CROSS School

Position

HT/WT

Maryland

6’1”, 215 lbs

132

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

3.5

18.3

CAREER STATS

134

5.5

11.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

A finance major out of Maryland who has aspirations of owning his own financial firm, Maryland safety Nick Cross is set to make some money in the 2022 NFL Draft. He had a breakout junior season, leading Maryland in both interceptions and forced fumbles, showcasing disruptive ability in coverage and against the run.

Physical size/speed threat with impressive functional length.

At 6’1”, 215 pounds, Cross has decent size for the safety position at the next level. More importantly, the Maryland safety possesses excellent length for the position. He has long, muscular arms that will enable him to be a playmaker at the NFL level. There are multiple examples of Cross utilizing his size and length profile to make plays on the ball.

Click-and-close ability gives him exciting coverage potential at the next level. That same speed allows him to play from a single-high alignment with impressive range.

His production is a testament to his playmaking ability, but how he makes these plays is impressive. The Maryland safety can get his long limbs around to break up passes, and he’s flashed timing at the catch point in the end zone to make touchdown-saving plays. Cross is a former track star — both in high school and at Maryland — and this is evident in his scouting report. One of the most impressive elements of his game is his explosive speed. He can close in a heartbeat, appearing on the scene out of nowhere to make a play. His click-and-close ability gives him exciting coverage potential at the next level. That same speed allows him to play from a single-high alignment with impressive range. In addition to his speed, Cross uses impressive physicality to be a threat in three phases of defense. We’ve discussed his coverage ability, but he’s also been used to impact the passing game as a pass rusher, erupting into the backfield with ferocity. That same physicality is evident against the run game. Cross reads the run game well and is a sure open-field tackler who rarely misses with his first contact.

A former track star — both in high school and at Maryland — one of the most impressive elements of his game is his explosive speed.

Cross uses impressive physicality to be a threat in three phases of defense.

NEGATIVES Used predominantly as a single-high safety for Maryland, with little exposure to other alignments. As such, positional versatility at the NFL level is unknown. While he is a sure open-field tackler, Cross has a propensity to use a high volume of ankle tackles. Although that didn’t result in a significant loss of yardage at the college level, he’ll need to ensure he wraps up in the NFL.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

10 1/4"

Broad Jump

10'5"

Arm Length

31 5/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

n/a

3 Cone

6.89

Bench Press

Vert Leap

35"

40-yard

n/a

RAS

7.87

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MARKQUESE

BELL School

Position

HT/WT

Florida A&M

6’2”, 200 lbs

148

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

6.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

109

156

11.5

6.5

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Florida A&M safety Markquese Bell has endured his fair share of adversity on his way to the 2022 NFL Draft. Through the ups and downs of his football career, the physical playmaker has emerged as one of the top FCS and HBCU prospects in this class.

Good-sized safety prospect who possesses excellent functional length. This length has allowed Bell to be productive at the college level. He’s adept at using his long limbs to be disruptive at the catch point.

Bell started his career at Maryland before transferring to Coffeyville Community College and ultimately landing with Florida A&M. Bell finished his college career with a phenomenal 2021 season. A three-time SWAC Defensive Player of the Week, he earned FCS All-American honors.

Bell appears to possess the requisite fluidity to be successful when tasked with man coverage. He also demonstrates decent straight-line speed for his size.

Verified at the NFLPA Bowl, the Florida A&M safety measures in at over 6’2” and 200 pounds. Importantly, and evident from his play for the Rattlers, Bell has impressive length for his size. His arms measured at 33 inches during the NFLPA Bowl. This length has allowed Bell to be productive at the college level. He’s adept at using his long limbs to be disruptive at the catch point. A former high jump champion, the Florida A&M safety combines length with vertical explosion to be impressive in this regard. Additionally, in coverage, Bell appears to possess excellent ball-tracking skills, perhaps indicative of his high school experience as a wide receiver. From an athletic standpoint, Bell appears to possess the requisite fluidity to be successful when tasked with man coverage. He also demonstrates decent straight-line speed for his size. This athletic ability also allows him to be a dominant run defender, the area of his scouting report which is the most tantalizing. Bell thrives against the run. He’s a ferocious downhill run defender who isn’t afraid to lower his shoulder and hit with jolting physicality. The Florida A&M safety closes with impressive quickness, and his length allows him to wrap up and bring down the ball carrier on a consistent basis.

Bell thrives against the run. He’s a ferocious downhill run defender who isn’t afraid to lower his shoulder and hit with jolting physicality.

NEGATIVES Bell could add a little bulk before hitting the NFL field. He possesses a slender build for the physicality that he plays the game with. Particularly in coverage, Bell’s desire to make a hard-hitting big play can result in him giving up explosive plays. As a run defender, he can be prone to flying in rather than taking a measured approach to tackling. He can be guilty of focusing on the backfield, losing his responsibility in coverage, and giving up chunk plays that will be punished at the NFL level.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 3/8"

Broad Jump

10'3"

Arm Length

32 3/8"

Shuffle

4.46

Wingspan

76 1/2”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

36.5"

40-yard

4.41

RAS

9.53

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YUSUF

CORKER School

Position

HT/WT

Kentucky

5’11”, 204 lbs

158

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

3.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

134

107

241

6.5

0.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

At safety, Yusuf Corker offers promise and intrigue in multiple phases. His explosiveness pops off the screen, both coming downhill and closing ground in space. Corker has great range as a playmaker. But he’s also physical, and in zone coverage, he’s shown to adjust his hip alignment, adapt, and maintain space.

Corker has a fairly dense frame and great explosiveness, both in short areas and in space. He has the closing speed to erase space, and he comes downhill with a ton of heat, levying big hits. He can close ground quickly in pursuit, and Corker also flashes range in deep coverage.

While there’s a lot to like with Corker, there are also dire areas of improvement. His tackling can be hit-or-miss coming downhill. His efficiency of motion needs work if he wants to hold up against NFL receivers in space. And while he can process well, he needs to be more consistent anticipating and arriving on time. He sometimes freezes up and second-guesses himself. That can be a fatal mistake for defenders in the fastpaced NFL.

In space, Corker is always active with his eyes and feet. He actively aligns his hips with routes in his zone. He can flip and sink his hips, then accelerate quickly out of breaks. He’s an urgent tackler, with solid ball skills and proactivity.

Nevertheless, Corker has some enforcer qualities in the box. He has a dense frame, great closing burst, and a physical edge. And in coverage, the building blocks are there for Corker — a former cornerback — to be a versatile DB with two-high, slot, and potentially even single-high capabilities. Corker is probably best as a strong safety in a two-high alignment to start while he keeps honing his footwork and anticipation. But at his peak, he can be a versatile playmaker whose explosiveness and urgent play pace grant him plenty of opportunities against the run and the pass.

NEGATIVES Corker’s footwork can be a bit staggered at times, and he’s not always coordinated maintaining space in zone. His efficiency of motion can improve as well, as he’s not always smooth or fluid. Overlapping routes can tie him up, delaying his reaction. Corker can be more consistent anticipating, both in run and pass defense. He sometimes takes suspect angles upfield and can funnel himself into dead ends, as well as miss tackles by being too aggressive. He also freezes when reading the QB’s eyes at times and can react quicker.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

31"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

75”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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WOODS School

Position

HT/WT

Baylor

6’1”, 188 lbs

160

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

4.5

109

21.8

CAREER STATS

113

157

201

25.1

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

JT Woods still has things to work on. He draws eyes with his high-end range and length on the back end. But when he has too much on his plate, plays can get away from him -- much like other safeties. He can be more consistent with his angles and positioning, and there are moments where he incorrectly diagnoses plays.

Woods is long and lanky with arms over 32 inches. He also offers legitimate track speed and high-end explosiveness. Woods has full-field range, and he can erase separation and yards-after-catch opportunities.

Nevertheless, there’s far more good than bad with Woods. He’s shown to have the processing capacity to keep refining the rougher parts of his game. In multiple phases, he has the skill set to be a dynamic playmaker. He brings near-elite range in deep coverage, with the explosiveness, long speed, and length to cover inordinate amounts of ground.

Woods launches out of his stance and flashes quick reaction ability. He’s reasonably fluid for his size and can adjust his tackling angles. He can maintain positioning in zone but also comes downhill with fury and crushes wideouts over the middle. He has good ball skills and offers playmaking ability.

NEGATIVES

Going further, Woods is also tough and physical coming into the box, with the traits to be an enforcer in the run game. He comes downhill with immense force and can deliver jarring hits to ball carriers and receivers at the catch point. Woods projects reasonably well moving around the secondary with his athleticism.

Woods’ processing can be streaky at times. He can be drawn into over-pursuit by motion and tugged out of position, giving up depth. He can be more disciplined maintaining positioning, sometimes over-committing in 2-on-1s and opening up routes over top.

Early on, Woods is best as a deep safety in two-high and single-high looks, but his ability to play at different depths and adapt is extremely valuable. You rarely find defensive backs with ball-hawking and enforcing traits all in one, but that’s what Woods provides. His Senior Bowl showing wasn’t great, but he at least capped it off with a strong performance in the game itself. Upon testing, Woods should be a strong Day 2 candidate. He’s one of the rare few who can effectively play single-high and lock down the deep third with his range.

Woods can be over-aggressive and overshoot angles coming downhill. He sometimes plays upright during transitions and can better sink his hips when changing directions at times. Additionally, with his lighter frame, he can struggle to get off blocks at the second level.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

8 1/2"

Broad Jump

10'8"

Arm Length

32 3/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

77 3/8”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

39.50"

40-yard

4.36

RAS

9.87

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STERLING

WEATHERFORD School

Position

HT/WT

Miami (OH)

6’3”, 230 lbs

200

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

0.0

CAREER STATS

131

209

10.5

13.5

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

He’s been a statistical standout during his time as a Miami (OH) RedHawk, but Sterling Weatherford is a 2022 NFL Draft prospect with a sterling outlook at the next level.

Weatherford has a unique build for the safety position. He also possesses decent length.

The Miami safety has a unique build for the position. The established rule of thumb is that safeties are around 6’0” and 200 pounds. Weatherford checks in at 6’3” and 230 pounds. In addition to pure size, Weatherford is blessed with length, which helps the coverage element of his scouting report. The Miami safety is adept at getting his long arms to the ball to make a play and can get his arms through to disrupt the ball when trailing behind an intended target. From an overall coverage perspective, Weatherford’s size and athletic ability ensure that he can effectively cover tight ends and bigger slot receivers. While he is impactful in coverage, Weatherford does his best work against the run. He’s a physical presence working downhill, covering ground quickly to shut off running lanes. The Miami safety takes a remarkably measured approach, sizing up his opponent’s movements rather than lunging in and being made to look foolish grasping thin air. He is adept at disengaging from blockers. This allows him to move on the ball carrier more quickly than others at his position. As we know, versatility is next to ability. Weatherford has been used in multiple alignments for the RedHawks. He’s seen reps at single-high and split-field safety and covering in the slot. However, he’s best utilized as an overhang defender. His size, usage, and athletic profile could mean switching from safety to linebacker in the NFL. .

Weatherford is adept at getting his long arms to the ball to make a play and can get his arms through to disrupt the ball when trailing behind an intended target. Weatherford does his best work against the run. He’s a physical presence working downhill, covering ground quickly to shut off running lanes. He is adept at disengaging from blockers, allowing him to move on the ball carrier more quickly than other safeties.

NEGATIVES Weatherford doesn’t appear to possess the requisite fluidity to make him an elite coverage player in the NFL. While he displays a decent backpedal, he doesn’t transition well while covering the final third of the field. Doesn’t appear to possess enough quickness to get to the sideline when patrolling the deep third as a single-high safety. Weatherford needs to ensure he is consistently taking correct angles and wrapping up.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

8 5/8”

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

31 3/8”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

76 1/2”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

n/a

RAS

n/a

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BUBBA

BOLDEN School

Position

HT/WT

Miami (FL)

6’2”, 206 lbs

276

PFN RANK

POS RANK

SOLO

AST

TOT TKL

TFL

SACK

INT

YARDS

AVG

YDS

2021 STATS

3.5

0.0

CAREER STATS

135

4.0

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Although Bubba Bolden earned attention in last year’s class following performances worthy of a semifinal appearance for the Jim Thorpe Defensive Back of the Year, he opted to return to the Miami Hurricanes. While a season-ending injury might impact his 2022 NFL Draft stock, Bolden still possesses some next-level potential in this safety class.

Bolden is an excellent-sized safety prospect who also displays impressive length, making him a physically imposing enforcer in the secondary.

At 6’2” and 206 pounds, Bolden has excellent size at the safety position. More impressive than his height/weight profile is his length. Bolden has impressive length, and although we’ve yet to see him use that to devastating effect in coverage, he has demonstrated that he can use it to wrap up as a tackler. He’s also a heavy hitter, acting as an enforcer against the run and as a blitzer. He’s demonstrated that he can overcome blockers with sheer physicality. The size and length combination makes up an exceptional athletic profile. Although Bolden isn’t the fastest defensive back in the 2022 NFL Draft class, he has outstanding short-area speed, covering ground effortlessly. This is particularly apparent when he comes flying downhill with purpose. That explosion and a remarkable change-of-direction ability make him a dangerous proposition as a blitzer. Where versatility is increasingly becoming the best ability, Bolden will be incredibly valuable at the NFL level. He has experience playing deep, in the box, and in the slot. Furthermore, he has a history of special-teams excellence. Moreover, the redshirt senior exhibits solid football intelligence against the run, reading and diagnosing the play and fighting his way to the ball.

Bolden possesses outstanding short-area speed, covering ground effortlessly. This is particularly apparent when he comes flying downhill with purpose. An explosive athlete with remarkable change-of-direction ability. Bolden exhibits solid football intelligence against the run, reading and diagnosing the play and fighting his way to the ball. Experience at multiple alignments.

NEGATIVES Bolden often takes bad angles as a tackler, resulting in a large number of missed tackles during his college career. Bolden hasn’t been productive in coverage during his college career. There’s a distinct lack of impressive plays on the ball in his evaluation. Bolden struggles with vision and awareness while lacking the long speed to be impactful in the deep third. Injury history will be a concern, with two season-ending injuries in his career.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

Broad Jump

9'8"

Arm Length

31 3/8"

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

77 1/4”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

4.47

RAS

9.23

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PUNTER

PUNTER PFN CONSENSUS BIG BOARD RANKINGS NAME

SCHOOL

POS RANK

OVERALL RANK

Matt Araiza

San Diego State

216

Jake Camarda

Georgia

237

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MATT

ARAIZA School

Position

HT/WT

San Diego State

6’2”, 200 lbs

216

PFN RANK

POS RANK

ATT

YARDS

AVG

LONG

I20

50+

BLK

KOATT

KO YDS

KO TB

2021 STATS

4,044

51.2

4,725

CAREER STATS

4,293

51.1

179

11,419

141

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

In San Diego State punter Matt Araiza, the 2022 NFL Draft class might possess the most high-profile and highly skilled punter prospect in recent history. Araiza has set records and social media alight with his left leg cannon this season and is on course to hear his name called at the NFL’s annual selection event.

The left-legged punter can effortlessly boom the ball the entire length of the field. These aren’t just courtesy of a lucky bounce either; these punts are traveling through the air.

Where most people have legs attached to their torso, Araiza has an actual cannon. Or so it seems. The left-legged punter can effortlessly boom the ball the entire length of the field. No other player this season has two 80+ yard punts. These aren’t just courtesy of a lucky bounce either; these punts are traveling through the air.

Araiza hasn’t had a single kick blocked this season. That demonstrates a level of composure, plus requisite kick elevation. Araiza can punt, take field goals, and act as the kickoff man for a team, providing crucial versatility.

Araiza’s leg power is also demonstrated as a field goal and kickoff specialist. The San Diego State punter has a career-long 53-yard field goal to his name. Furthermore, it’s reported that Araiza routinely makes kicks from 50+ in practice.

Araiza has shown toughness and athletic ability during his time at San Diego State.

The fact that Araiza can punt, take field goals, and act as the kickoff man for a team is a crucial element to his scouting report. Versatility is next to ability — or something of that nature. Araiza can take up one spot on a roster, rather than a team having to carry a player at both punter and placekicker.

As a field goal kicker, his completion percentage has declined with every college season. In 2019, he hit 85% of his kicks. In 2020, he made 71%. And this season, he’s down to 65%. Araiza needs to ensure that his strides and ball striking remain consistent from kick to kick.

This season, Araiza hasn’t had a single kick blocked. That demonstrates a level of composure that will be invaluable at the next level. While college kickers take their share of criticism, the level of scrutiny and the ability to quickly lose your job in the NFL requires an exceptional level of equilibrium. Moreover, his lack of blocked kicks demonstrates that Araiza consistently gets good elevation.

The same can be said for downing punts inside the 20-yard line. While Araiza’s 47% inside the 20 is impressive, several punters in this 2022 NFL Draft class have better numbers. Sometimes it pays to take a little power off in the name of precision.

Finally, Araiza has shown toughness and athletic ability during his time at San Diego State. In the rare occurrence that one of his kicks is returned, Araiza can be found taking down the returner. He’s not just the last line of defense, either. He can be seen putting his high school track athleticism to good use getting downfield.

NEGATIVES

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

n/a

Broad Jump

10'1"

Arm Length

n/a

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

n/a

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

32"

40-yard

4.68

RAS

8.77

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JAKE

CAMARDA School

Position

HT/WT

Georgia

6’0”, 191 lbs

237

PFN RANK

POS RANK

ATT

YARDS

AVG

LONG

I20

50+

BLK

KOATT

KO YDS

KO TB

2021 STATS

4,044

51.2

4,725

CAREER STATS

4,293

51.1

179

11,419

141

ANALYSIS

POSITIVES

Following an exceptional season, the Georgia Bulldogs are set to send numerous players to the NFL this April, including punter Jake Camarda. Punters are prospects too, and Camarda is at the peak of his position and primed for a long professional career due to his combination of consistency, reliability, accuracy, and leg strength.

Camarda is incredibly consistent -- his punt average has been within 0.4 yards year on year. Consistency is produced by a methodical and technically sound approach to punting the ball.

The most impressive element of Camarda’s scouting report as an NFL Draft prospect is his consistency. He has boomed a punt over 60 yards in each of his four years with the Bulldogs. Furthermore, aside from his first season with the program, his punt average has been within 0.4 yards year on year. It’s a remarkable level of consistency that is produced by a methodical and technically sound approach to punting the ball.

Camarda possesses excellent leg strength and has showcased his ability to perform in poor conditions. He routinely pins the opposition behind the 20-yard line and has multiple punts downed within the RAS line. Camarda gets excellent hang time on his punts, allowing the punt unit to get downfield.

Camarda possesses excellent leg strength. He hit a career-long 68-yard punt this season against Alabama. Furthermore, he’s hit multiple 60-plus-yard punts in each of his seasons with the Bulldogs. In 2019, 2 of his career 60-yard punts came in suboptimal conditions versus Kentucky, showcasing his ability to perform in poor weather.

NEGATIVES

Punting is more than just hammering the ball down the field. Utilizing your punter to flip field position requires accuracy and placement. In this regard, Camarda is comfortably the best in the 2022 NFL Draft class. He routinely pins the opposition behind the 20-yard line with his punts and has multiple punts downed within the RAS line. Camarda gets excellent hang time on his punts, allowing the punt unit to get downfield and make a play.

While possessing an impressive leg, his isn’t as powerful as some other prospects in the class.

With his combination of efficient ball handling, clean striking, and elevation, Camarda has just one blocked punt in his college career. He’s rarely flustered by opposition pressure and has shown that he can perform in the biggest of games.

Although Camarda has handled punting and kickoff duties for Georgia, his lack of experience as a field goal kicker may impact how he is viewed from a versatility standpoint in a class with multiple prospects who are proficient at both.

Prospect Measurements Hand Size

9 5/8”

Broad Jump

n/a

Arm Length

30 3/8”

Shuffle

n/a

Wingspan

75”

3 Cone

n/a

Bench Press

n/a

Vert Leap

n/a

40-yard

4.56

RAS

n/a

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TEAM NEEDS TEAM

FIRST

SECOND

THIRD

FOURTH

FIFTH

Arizona Cardinals

EDGE

Atlanta Falcons

EDGE

Baltimore Ravens

Buffalo Bills

EDGE

Carolina Panthers

Chicago Bears

Cincinnati Bengals

Cleveland Browns

EDGE

Dallas Cowboys

Denver Broncos

EDGE

Detroit Lions

EDGE

Green Bay Packers

EDGE

Houston Texans

EDGE

Indianapolis Colts

EDGE

Jacksonville Jaguars

EDGE

Kansas City Chiefs

EDGE

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Los Angeles Chargers

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Los Angeles Rams

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Las Vegas Raiders

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Miami Dolphins

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Minnesota Vikings

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New England Patriots

New Orleans Saints

New York Giants

New York Jets

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Philadelphia Eagles

Pittsburgh Steelers

Seattle Seahawks

San Francisco 49ers

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

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Tennessee Titans

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Washington Commanders

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