DRAFT TRACKER 2016
2016
DRAFT TRACKER
PICK
TEAM
PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'2"
- Weight
- 194 lbs
- Arm
- 32 1/4"
- Hand
- 8 3/8"
- Wing
- 77 1/2"
Production
71.94
Athleticism
58.68
Total Score
130.62
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Sharpe is the most productive receiver to come out of UMass, and as a receiver who turned 21 in December, it is conceivable that he could still be filling out his long frame. Sharpe has the athleticism, hands and feel for space to work from the slot and the size and route acumen to work outside. It might take a year, but he has the talent and football character to become a productive NFL receiver.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 5'10 7/8"
- Weight
- 185 lbs
- Arm
- 31 3/8"
- Hand
- 9 3/8"
- Wing
- 73 7/8"
Production
71.05
Athleticism
55.70
Total Score
126.75
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Experienced cornerback who has cover experience against current and future NFL receivers. Sanchez is a feast or famine cover man whose instincts run him into interceptions but also into aggressive mistakes that can cost his own team. His lack of size will work against him on draft day, but his ball production will be heavily weighed by teams looking for coverage help from a third cornerback.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'2 1/8"
- Weight
- 284 lbs
- Arm
- 34"
- Hand
- 10 1/4"
- Wing
- 80 3/4"
Production
72.31
Athleticism
62.57
Total Score
134.88
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Highly decorated four-year starter who capped off a successful career by being named Sun Belt Defensive Player of the Year in 2015. He doesn’t have the ability as a pass rusher to excite NFL teams, but his strength at the point of attack and quality tape against Clemson this past season should not be discounted. Blair is an undersized, rotational base end in a 4-3 who might be able to add extra weight and get a look inside as a three-technique thanks to his toughness and strength.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 5'8 1/4"
- Weight
- 204 lbs
- Arm
- 30"
- Hand
- 9"
- Wing
- 72 5/8"
Production
75.65
Athleticism
81.01
Total Score
156.66
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Productive running back who was able to have an impact on the ground and through the air in Texas Tech's wide-open attack. Washington is short but compact and certainly does not lack the toughness to transition into the NFL, but issues with drops and ball security could hurt his chances to make a roster if he can't prove to be a kick return option at some point during camp.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'4 1/4"
- Weight
- 306 lbs
- Arm
- 32 7/8"
- Hand
- 10 3/8"
- Wing
- 79 1/2"
Production
61.61
Athleticism
81.29
Total Score
142.90
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Three-year starter who has played guard and both tackle spots. While he has the power and frame of a guard, there are some teams who may give him a shot at right tackle first. McGovern still has some work to do in pass protection, but shows potential to be a starter in the league. He is an ascending prospect whose stock should rise thanks to his power and multi-position diversity.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'6 1/2"
- Weight
- 313 lbs
- Arm
- 34 1/2"
- Hand
- 10 1/8"
- Wing
- 82 1/8"
Production
55.25
Athleticism
70.95
Total Score
126.20
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Consistent starting tackle from the SEC who has battled against upper-echelon college talent. While Theus has experience at both tackle spots, he may have issues in the NFL because he lacks the foot quickness of a left tackle and the power of a right tackle. He has the technique and talent to be drafted and fight for a swing tackle spot within his first two seasons, but he must add strength and mass.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'3"
- Weight
- 275 lbs
- Arm
- 33 7/8"
- Hand
- 9 1/2"
- Wing
- 80 7/8"
Production
59.66
Athleticism
70.22
Total Score
129.88
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Small-school wonder with monster production over the last two seasons despite an admitted stretch of "timidness" after returning from an ACL tear that robbed him off his 2013 season. Judon has an NFL frame and rushes the quarterback with a plan, but he is still very raw from a technical standpoint and is still a project at this juncture. Judon has enough talent to warrant a draft pick, but will need time to find his way as a pro.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'3 7/8"
- Weight
- 291 lbs
- Arm
- 33 3/8"
- Hand
- 8 7/8"
- Wing
- 80 5/8"
Production
70.06
Athleticism
73.84
Total Score
143.90
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
High cut 3-technique with good upper body strength but below average lower body power to take a stand. Jefferson flashes penetration ability and some pass rushing talent, but he needs to be fitted to a 1-gap, upfield defense and will have to make a team as a rotational lineman.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'5 1/2"
- Weight
- 311 lbs
- Arm
- 34 1/8"
- Hand
- 10"
- Wing
- 82 1/2"
Production
55.25
Athleticism
74.92
Total Score
130.17
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Athletic prospect with some roster value as a tackle or guard, but concerns about his play strength could be an issue at either spot. Benenoch's tape at guard may have been better than his tackle tape, but moving inside requires more mass and power. Benenoch has the makeup of an NFL backup with potential to work into a lineup for a zone-scheme team.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 5'10 3/8"
- Weight
- 208 lbs
- Arm
- 31 5/8"
- Hand
- 9"
- Wing
- 75 1/8"
Production
78.04
Athleticism
71.42
Total Score
149.46
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
If Perkins had more size and play strength to go with his elusiveness, we would be talking about whether he or Ezekiel Elliott would be the first running back off the board. While Perkins' tape is full of ankle-breaking cuts, his draft value will also be determined by his ability to protect the quarterback and stay on the field in short-yardage spots. If Perkins finds the right scheme and team fits for his talents, he could become a high-end committee back early on.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 5'11 7/8"
- Weight
- 230 lbs
- Arm
- 32 1/4"
- Hand
- 9"
- Wing
- 75 5/8"
Production
73.68
Athleticism
73.31
Total Score
146.99
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Howard has the optimal size and talent needed to strap the pads on and become a productive workhorse for a team looking for one, true lead back. Howard's vision, power and subtle shiftiness allow him to create and break tackles along the way. Staying healthy in the NFL is a legitimate concern for Howard considering his relentless running style. If he can stay healthy, Howard has the ability to become an instant factor as an NFL starter.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'4 1/8"
- Weight
- 304 lbs
- Arm
- 33 1/8"
- Hand
- 9 1/8"
- Wing
- 79 7/8"
Production
61.61
Athleticism
71.36
Total Score
132.97
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Average athlete, but a good football player. Dahl fights through his limitations using determination and toughness. He will have to make a move inside and needs to continue to hit the training table and weight room to add even more mass to his frame. Dahl has potential as a drive blocking guard but needs to play with better hand placement to maximize results. Dahl projects as an eventual starting guard.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'3 1/2"
- Weight
- 299 lbs
- Arm
- 32 3/8"
- Hand
- 10 1/8"
- Wing
- 80 1/8"
Production
71.02
Athleticism
63.41
Total Score
134.43
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Muscle shark who never shrinks in the face of physicality or doing the dirty work that needs to get done. Ioannidis isn't a bad athlete, he's just a little bit limited due to a lack of twitch. With power and toughness to spare, he is at his best as a block-eating two-gap player who can anchor against the run and who can generate decent push in the pocket when called on as a pass rusher. He has the looks of a starter in a 3-4 defense and a rotational tackle in a 4-3.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 5'10 1/2"
- Weight
- 208 lbs
- Arm
- 30 1/2"
- Hand
- 9 1/4"
- Wing
- 74 5/8"
Production
67.27
Athleticism
81.66
Total Score
148.93
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Smallwood changed West Virginia from an "Air Raid" offense to a "ground and pound" attack. Smallwood's tape features few, true flash plays, but the quality runs seem to stack up one after another. His intelligence in pass pro and ability to catch the ball out of the backfield give him an immediate shot as a third-down back, but his combine could determine whether he hears his name on Day 3 of the draft or not.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'1 1/8"
- Weight
- 207 lbs
- Arm
- 32 1/2"
- Hand
- 10 1/8"
- Wing
- 77 3/4"
Production
65.13
Athleticism
75.26
Total Score
140.39
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Payton is a broad-shouldered "catch what I'm supposed to" type of receiver who has a plus ability to help running games with his blocking, but a lack of speed and athleticism to beat coverage. His size might be too much to pass up on.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'6"
- Weight
- 304 lbs
- Arm
- 33 3/4"
- Hand
- 9 5/8"
- Wing
- 80 3/8"
Production
59.80
Athleticism
78.77
Total Score
138.57
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
While the pedigree and the body type look the part, continued tape study begins to uncover core strength issues that permeate several facets of his game. As a run blocker, his inability to drive and sustain blocks is a concern while his pass protection shows a good, initial pass set that turns into leaning to make up for his lack of anchor. While Haeg has the athletic traits of a zone blocking tackle, it won't matter without better functional power.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 5'10 3/4"
- Weight
- 220 lbs
- Arm
- 31 5/8"
- Hand
- 10"
- Wing
- 77 1/4"
Production
70.33
Athleticism
69.74
Total Score
140.07
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Has enough size, heart and talent to be a three-down running back, but was a proven commodity as a fresh runner in a committee approach at Arkansas. Williams is one of the more creative runners in tight quarters that you will find in this draft, but teams won't have to sacrifice too much toughness in order to take advantage of his slashing style. Williams' physicals at the combine will be huge since teams are justifiably concerned when the long term health of running backs who sustain foot injuries.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'0 1/2"
- Weight
- 203 lbs
- Arm
- 31 5/8"
- Hand
- 8 1/8"
- Wing
- 74 1/2"
Production
61.45
Athleticism
67.32
Total Score
128.77
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Ascending prospect who caught the attention of NFL scouts at the Shrine Game. Sims has the desired size and speed at cornerback and has adequate footwork to handle himself as a press-man corner despite needing to step up his aggression against the run. A good combine could put his name in the discussion as one of the better small-school prospects in this draft.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'5 3/8"
- Weight
- 324 lbs
- Arm
- 34 3/4"
- Hand
- 10 3/4"
- Wing
- 84 1/2"
Production
58.75
Athleticism
75.72
Total Score
134.47
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Shell doesn’t have the feet to play left tackle and doesn’t bend well enough to generate consistent leverage and push as a guard inside. With that said, he has size and length and a four-year starting history in a challenging conference. Add everything up, and Shell looks to be a third day selection as a right tackle only. He may be an eventual starter, but is better suited as a backup.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'0 3/8"
- Weight
- 210 lbs
- Arm
- 31 5/8"
- Hand
- 9 5/8"
- Wing
- 76 1/2"
Production
65.80
Athleticism
78.59
Total Score
144.39
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Athletic safety who flashes enough ability high and low to believe that he won’t be pigeonholed as one type of safety or another. Dillon has the athleticism and ball skills to help in man coverage and enough awareness from the high safety spot to handle his duties. Dillon has allowed entirely too many missed or broken tackles over the last couple of seasons, but that can be improved with more muscle on his frame and a more technique-driven approach. Intriguing prospect with developmental traits.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'0 3/8"
- Weight
- 245 lbs
- Arm
- 30 3/4"
- Hand
- 9 3/4"
- Wing
- 76"
Production
74.18
Athleticism
59.30
Total Score
133.48
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Really fun to watch on tape with many of the same play traits that made TCU’s Paul Dawson so productive last season. Brothers is a decisive, rhythm linebacker whose understanding of space and ability to improve his tackle positioning at the point of attack should make him a consistently productive inside linebacker in the pros. While Brothers will lack the speed and overall athleticism that some teams covet, it would be a huge mistake to value athleticism over instincts and production when evaluating Brothers.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'3 1/8"
- Weight
- 298 lbs
- Arm
- 33 1/2"
- Hand
- 11"
- Wing
- 79 1/4"
Production
67.06
Athleticism
62.95
Total Score
130.01
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Quick-twitch, athletic guard who comes from a football family and has been working on his strength and athleticism from a young age. Offensive line coaches will appreciate Westerman's technical savvy and zone scheme teams will covet his fluidity and blocking ability on the move. A move to center is not out of the question thanks to his body type and quickness and his draft stock may be helped by a potential ability to offer roster depth at several offensive line positions.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'3 1/4"
- Weight
- 218 lbs
- Arm
- 32 3/8"
- Hand
- 10 1/4"
- Wing
- 77 3/4"
Production
63.30
Athleticism
77.26
Total Score
140.56
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Hogan has the size, mobility and quarterback's demeanor that could interest a team on the third day of the draft. He doesn’t have the arm that many teams look for and his intermediate and deep accuracy still need work. Hogan will need time and coaching to try and improve his mechanics and footwork if he wants to have a shot to be an NFL backup.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'1 1/8"
- Weight
- 188 lbs
- Arm
- 31"
- Hand
- 10"
- Wing
- 74 1/2"
Production
56.86
Athleticism
81.76
Total Score
138.62
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Wiry catch-and-run specialist whose NFL value rests in his return ability. Davis could be a difficult sell because he's not an NFL-ready receiver, but a big combine could create late-round interest or elevate his stock as a priority free agent.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'6"
- Weight
- 320 lbs
- Arm
- 34 1/4"
- Hand
- 10 5/8"
- Wing
- 83"
Production
52.10
Athleticism
65.18
Total Score
117.28
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Vaitai has been a full-time starter over the last two seasons for a successful TCU squad, but doesn’t have the plus athleticism to play left tackle or the hand strength and core power to start on the right side. Despite decent technique and football intelligence, may be too lacking in physical qualities to make the NFL leap.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 5'10"
- Weight
- 185 lbs
- Arm
- Hand
- Wing
NEEDS ANALYSIS
While the Chiefs re-signed Tamba Hali, he isn't the future at that position and the Chiefs will be on the lookout for the perfect fit at that spot. The defensive line could use another high-end player. The loss of backup Chase Daniel could be addressed with a QB who might be groomed for the future.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'2 5/8"
- Weight
- 327 lbs
- Arm
- 33"
- Hand
- 9 1/2"
- Wing
- 80 1/4"
Production
52.51
Athleticism
60.66
Total Score
113.17
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Squatty, strong nose tackle who is able to push smaller centers around in phone booth battles, but unable to consistently be a disruptive force up front. Reader has the strength and potential to believe that his Senior Bowl flashes could turn into something more in the NFL, even though that might just be as a career backup.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 5'10"
- Weight
- 196 lbs
- Arm
- Hand
- Wing
NEEDS ANALYSIS
Adding additional playmakers to a defensive backfield that already includes Patrick Peterson and Tyrann Mathieu could help make the Cardinals formidable against the pass. Arizona will likely be on the lookout for an edge-bending, disruptive pass rusher. Defensive ends Frostee Rucker and Cory Redding aren't getting any younger and the Cardinals' defense feeds off of an active defensive front. Center and tight end are the two biggest areas of need on offense.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'5 5/8"
- Weight
- 315 lbs
- Arm
- 33 3/4"
- Hand
- 9 1/2"
- Wing
- 79 3/4"
Production
58.75
Athleticism
64.78
Total Score
123.53
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
While he has NFL power in his upper body, that power could be mitigated because he allows defenders into his framework too quickly. Drango has decent pass protection technique, an anchor and the toughness for an interior line spot, but scouts question whether or not he has a "hang your hat on" play trait that can make him anything more than a backup or a low-end starter.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'3"
- Weight
- 245 lbs
- Arm
- Hand
- Wing
NEEDS ANALYSIS
Riley Reiff is built to be a right tackle or a guard, and the sooner the Lions can lock in on a young, bell-cow left tackle and move Reiff to a more natural spot, the better off they will be. The Lions are in desperate need of a playmaker in the secondary who can take the ball away and flip the momentum and the field. Finding a tone-setter in the middle of the defense should also be a priority, as should finding a book-end pass rusher to give Ziggy Ansah help.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'5 1/4"
- Weight
- 306 lbs
- Arm
- 33 1/8"
- Hand
- 9 3/4"
- Wing
- 81"
Production
54.36
Athleticism
68.49
Total Score
122.85
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Projecting Toner as an NFL prospect isn't easy. His tape at Harvard is pretty solid, but the level of competition is nowhere near what he will see as a pro and the more tape you ingest and the more you begin to project, the more his average feet, strength and hip flexion become a concern. Toner's Senior Bowl week will have everything to do with his draft projection. I see him as a right tackle only who might have to battle to earn a roster spot.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 5'10"
- Weight
- 217 lbs
- Arm
- 30 1/4"
- Hand
- 9 1/4"
- Wing
- 72 3/8"
Production
74.56
Athleticism
63.53
Total Score
138.09
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Collins is the epitome of consistency rushing for over 1,000 yards and at least 5.4 yards per carry in each of his three seasons. Vision and footwork are the catalysts for his elusiveness and he has flashed long speed. Collins is a repetitive runner lacking dynamic talent, but he's run in gap, power and zone schemes and should be a scheme fit for most teams looking at running back. Collins should be able to step right in and challenge for carries and red zone work immediately.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'1 3/8"
- Weight
- 196 lbs
- Arm
- 32 1/4"
- Hand
- 9 3/4"
- Wing
- 76 1/2"
Production
82.14
Athleticism
53.79
Total Score
135.93
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Slightly built short strider with effervescent personality and an endless supply of confidence, Higgins has been highly targeted and extremely productive in each of his three seasons with the Rams. Higgins showed off improved hands to go with his winning ball skills when the ball is in the air. His lack of strength and average release quickness is a concern against NFL press coverage, but the overall package is good enough to find snaps as a pro.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 5'9"
- Weight
- 186 lbs
- Arm
- Hand
- Wing
NEEDS ANALYSIS
The Browns took another swing at the franchise quarterback spot two years ago and came up empty. They must keep trying to find that guy. How do the Browns do a better job of stopping the run? Well, new talent might be nice. The departures of WR Travis Benjamin, C Alex Mack and OT Mitchell Schwartz have created a more immediate need at their positions.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'4 1/2"
- Weight
- 303 lbs
- Arm
- 34 3/4"
- Hand
- 10"
- Wing
- 83 1/8"
Production
53.50
Athleticism
63.92
Total Score
117.42
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Cooper is one of the tough guys up front for the Rebels, and he has good size and length for the position, but he will be limited to run blocking in tight quarters and his lack of overall athleticism and body control could make him too leaky in pass protection to ever see the field as a starter.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 5'11"
- Weight
- 227 lbs
- Arm
- Hand
- Wing
NEEDS ANALYSIS
The Chargers have needs along the offensive and defensive lines that deserve draft attention this year. For years it was just Antonio Gates, maybe Vincent Jackson and then a slew of guys catching passes from Philip Rivers. Gates doesn't have much left and Ladarius Green bolted via free agency. Finding another threat at the tight end spot would make sense. Eric Weddle departed, but the Chargers added Dwight Lowery. Is that enough? They could still look to add competition at the other safety spot.
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