DRAFT TRACKER 2015
2015
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New York Jets
Round 1 • Pick 6
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Enormously powerful defensive lineman. Has the look and feel of the biggest, strongest kid on the playground but hasn't figured out how to unlock his natural gifts and consistently dominate the rest of the kids on the playground just yet. Williams can play in an odd or even front, and is able to hold the point as a two-gapper or disrupt upfield. With coaching and more experience, Williams should be able to match the athleticism with the power and become a consistent Pro Bowler with a ceiling that goes even higher than that.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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Denver Broncos
Round 1 • Pick 23
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
It's hard to find many weaknesses for Ray. He pursues the quarterback and the ball like it's his last snap. An alpha male packaged in an explosive frame, Ray has the traits and skills to be a dominant pass rusher and potential Pro Bowler. He also has the athleticism and strength to play in any defensive front.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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Cleveland Browns
Round 2 • Pick 19
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Teams will either be wary of Orchard's single season of sack dominance or they will view it as an indicator of growth and potential stardom. Orchard will be below average against the run, but his draft grade and paycheck will be tied to his athleticism and pass-rush talent. If he can develop counter moves, he has big potential. If not, he might be nothing more than a middling, situational pass rusher.
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Minnesota Vikings
Round 3 • Pick 24
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Hunter isn't as heavy as Jason Pierre-Paul, but he has similar length, explosiveness and potential. The concern with Hunter is that his pass-rush instincts are marginal and he hasn't learned to use his physical advantages to rush the quarterback more consistently. Hunter's floor is high thanks to his overwhelming physical traits and motor, but his ceiling will only go as high as the level of coaching he is able to incorporate.
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New York Giants
Round 3 • Pick 10
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Odighizuwa has some scheme versatility, but he's not necessarily a versatile player. Some scouts believe that he could open some eyes with his straight-line speed in his workout, but his marginal pass-rush skills and average athleticism could stunt his draft stock.
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Indianapolis Colts
Round 3 • Pick 29
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Data driven teams will be intrigued by Anderson's stuffs, impact tackles and total pressures, but the tape doesn't validate his potential to produce these numbers on the pro level. The body type screams 3-4 defensive end if he can bulk up and add power, but he might lack the balance and toughness to make it there. Anderson might just be a "tweener" without a clear NFL position fit.
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Cincinnati Bengals
Round 4 • Pick 36
PLAYER ANALYSIS
A defensive end turned three-technique in a 4-3 defense with outstanding initial quickness off the snap and the hands and feet to be a disruptive, upfield player against plodding guards. Hardison needs more muscle in his lower body and is unlikely to fit defensive schemes looking for stack-and-shed interior defenders. Hardison has starting potential and might be able to come in as a situational pass rusher early on.
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Washington Commanders
Round 2 • Pick 6
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Smith has been a solid, rotational defensive end for Mississippi State, but nothing too special. When studying tape long enough, you see traits and potential. With his long arms, plus hands and ability to play the run, Smith could be an interesting prospect inside or in a hybrid 3-4 front. As a 4-3 defensive end, he lacks the twitch to be an impact player.
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New England Patriots
Round 4 • Pick 2
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
While he might have room on his frame to add more bulk, he's not as long as most 3-4 teams would like at defensive end. His aggressiveness at the point of attack is a plus, but he might have to come off the field on third downs. Limited athletic traits might affect his draft stock.
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New England Patriots
Round 3 • Pick 33
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Grissom is still very raw and has plenty of football to learn. Some scouts believe he will test well and improve his draft standing beyond where the tape says it should be. He's not a plus pass rusher, but has draftable traits and an untapped upside. His biggest concern could be finding a true position fit.
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Arizona Cardinals
Round 2 • Pick 26
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Golden is a square-number pass rusher, meaning there isn't much twist, turn and torque to his game. He comes off the ball with a purpose, but scouts don't see the explosive traits they want from a pass rusher. Golden is primarily an effort and pursuit player with special-teams potential, but he doesn't fill up a stat sheet.
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Baltimore Ravens
Round 4 • Pick 23
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Effort-oriented power end with a willingness to battle and fight at the point of attack. He's not big enough to play end in a 3-4, so he'll have to become an above-average run thumper as a 4-3 power end.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'5 1/4"
- Weight
- 269 lbs
- Arm
- 33 3/8"
- Hand
- 9 3/4"
- Wing
- 81 1/2"
Production
68.15
Athleticism
66.12
Total Score
134.27
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Reed never developed into the type of defensive end that Texas expected when it recruited him. Despite having a viable NFL frame, Reed hasn't been able to show enough on tape to earn a plus grade for any of the critical or secondary traits teams are looking for from a defensive end. However, his improvement during his senior season could give teams enough hope to take a shot.
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Pittsburgh Steelers
Round 6 • Pick 36
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Technically sound player who lacks the desired burst and pass-rush skills to be a full-time defensive end and needs more bulk to play inside. Chickillo could use more length, but with his arm extension and strength at the point of attack, he could find his way as a backup strong-side defensive end in a 4-3.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'5"
- Weight
- 275 lbs
- Arm
- Hand
- Wing
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Called a "self-made man" and "tremendously tough" by his head coach. Rarely gives the opposing offensive lineman a snap off, but his game is based on good hand work and raw effort rather than athleticism and raw talent. If Larsen can add more weight, he might be able to become a rotational defensive end in a 3-4 defense.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'6 5/8"
- Weight
- 269 lbs
- Arm
- 34 7/8"
- Hand
- 10 1/2"
- Wing
- 83 1/4"
Production
54.65
Athleticism
64.26
Total Score
118.91
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Teams will be forced to draft Trail on projection rather than tape. While his production looks good on paper, Trail never stands out as a dominant force. He failed to flash at the Senior Bowl as a defensive player but took some reps near the goal line as a tight end, which could be his best chance to make a team and stick in the league.
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Seattle Seahawks
Round 6 • Pick 33
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Explosive athlete with only one year of experience at defensive end after transitioning from wide receiver. Gwacham lacks the functional strength to play the run and he's still in the infant stages of learning how to rush the passer. His desire and character combined with his superb physical traits could make him a late-round project who teams show patience with as he gets bigger and continues to learn the position.
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Los Angeles Rams
Round 7 • Pick 10
PLAYER ANALYSIS
His lack of athleticism and skill as a pass rusher could hurt his draft stock, but Ifedi has the strength and toughness to be considered as a left end with run-stopping potential in a 4-3 defense.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'4 1/8"
- Weight
- 254 lbs
- Arm
- 32 1/2"
- Hand
- 10 3/8"
- Wing
- 79 1/4"
Production
54.65
Athleticism
58.27
Total Score
112.92
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Delaire could add weight and look to become a base end in a 4-3, but he flashed the athleticism and strength to warrant a look as an edge-setting 3-4 outside linebacker with explorable traits as a pass rusher. His NFL Scouting Combine and personal workouts might determine whether or not he is drafted.
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Dallas Cowboys
Round 5 • Pick 27
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Russell will frustrate NFL teams because he has many of the physical traits they covet, but he doesn't do enough with them. With just 8.5 sacks over the last three years, his production won't interest most teams, but his potential might.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'5 1/4"
- Weight
- 283 lbs
- Arm
- 34 1/2"
- Hand
- 9 1/4"
- Wing
- 85"
Production
51.97
Athleticism
61.41
Total Score
113.38
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Has the look of an NFL starter until the tape starts running. Has some physical traits, but play demeanor, competitiveness and a lack of consistent production could overrule perceived "potential." Must have a big offseason to reestablish his draft stock.
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Arizona Cardinals
Round 5 • Pick 22
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Riddick played out of position as a five-technique in West Virginia's defense and was simply not big enough for the position. His burst upfield is undeniable and he could become a practice-squad project as a 3-4 outside linebacker or a wide-9 in an even front with upfield potential.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'3 3/4"
- Weight
- 282 lbs
- Arm
- 33 1/8"
- Hand
- 8 1/2"
- Wing
- 80"
Production
52.30
Athleticism
71.83
Total Score
124.13
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Possesses the size and raw athleticism to warrant a look and the tape suggests that he could open some eyes with quickness and explosion numbers. Barnes doesn't play like an instinctual end at this time, but the traits are intriguing even though he appears to be a project at this point.
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Philadelphia Eagles
Round 7 • Pick 20
PLAYER ANALYSIS
There aren't many athletic traits for him to hang his hat on, but he does have rare length and the type of frame that could make him an interesting developmental player in the future. His best position will likely be 3-4 DE.
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Seattle Seahawks
Round 2 • Pick 31
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Clark has mid-round talent, but his arrest and prior indiscretions make it unlikely that teams will be willing to draft him. If he gets everything sorted out, he has a shot at getting into a camp.
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Green Bay Packers
Round 6 • Pick 34
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'3 1/8"
- Weight
- 247 lbs
- Arm
- 33 1/2"
- Hand
- 9 1/2"
- Wing
- 80 1/4"
Production
54.65
Athleticism
58.80
Total Score
113.45
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