DRAFT TRACKER 2016

While his tape is average and technique can be non­existent at times, NFL teams often draft on traits at the cornerback spot and assume that coaching will take care of the rest. Burns has length, speed, ball skills and abundant potential. Keep in mind he was limited in his growth at the position thanks to a spring track schedule. Burns will be a combine warrior and his draft stock will benefit, but he is still in the infant stages of reaching his pro potential.

Sandland was the top-­rated JUCO tight end when he signed with Miami (Fla.) so NFL teams are very aware of his potential. While he is thought of as a pass-­catching tight end, Sandland was required to put in work in the trenches which gives him a small head­ start on some of the tight ends coming out. With an ability to challenge down the field and separate underneath, Sandland has a chance to work his way onto a roster and into some snaps by his second season.

Bush’s diagnostic skills are very much a work in progress and his 2015 tape will be enough to concern general managers and secondary coaches. Bush has the size and measurables that will appeal to traits-based defenses and his special teams ability could earn him a spot on the coverage teams right off the bat. However, his stiffness in space and issues with change of direction projects him as a special teams specialist with only box safety potential.

The lack of pass rush will automatically restrict his draft stock, but teams are always intrigued by players with traits and Kamalu's height, weight and length meet NFL standards. Kamalu lacks range and disruptive ability, but he's got power at the point of attack and understands how to utilize his arm length as a 2­-gap defender. The 3­-4 defenses looking for depth and help against the run could target Kamalu at some point on Day 3.

The scouting community is very concerned with Paul, and he is expected to measure much smaller than his listed size. However, as a pure football player, Paul has outstanding instincts, finds the best path to the football and can be effective against the run or pass. While he may be too small to play inside, his talent should find a roster spot for him at some point.

Undersized with average athleticism, Kirby is a try-­hard linebacker with good football character but only moderate production at best during his time at "The U." While I wouldn't rule out his chances of battling for a roster spot, his ACL tear could make being drafted an uphill climb.

Possesses enough size and speed to get a look, but red flags with maturity and injuries will be concerns for just about every NFL team and that is before you work your way to his poor hands. Could find his way into a camp but will have a tough battle to win a spot.