DRAFT TRACKER 2018
2018
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Indianapolis Colts
Round 2 • Pick 32
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Lewis has become less productive and seemingly less effective as Ohio State has added depth to their defensive front. Lewis had some intriguing flashes on tape when rushing from a defensive tackle spot, but he may not be effective enough against the run to become anything more than a situational rusher.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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Buffalo Bills
Round 5 • Pick 29
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Teams will have to figure out why Teller's consistency and effort level dropped so drastically from 2016 to 2017 if they want to draft him. He has the play strength, body control and hand usage you want from an interior player, but his tape simply wasn't trustworthy this season. Teller has limitations, but he also has enough in the toolbox to work with. He'll be a fit as a backup with eventual starter potential in a power-based scheme if he can revert to his 2016 form.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 5'9 7/8"
- Weight
- 194 lbs
- Arm
- 29 1/2"
- Hand
- 8 1/4"
- Wing
- 71 5/8"
Production
66.32
Athleticism
67.05
Overall Score
65.36
PLAYER ANALYSIS
The highlight reel runs are full of jukes, cuts and missed tackles for this explosive runner, but his lack of size and concerns over his durability limit where teams will consider drafting him. Wadley's unique talent in creating unblocked yardage for himself is a huge plus and his ability to catch passes and return kicks should add to his value. Wadley may become a committee runner who can have a solid NFL career if he proves he can be a full-time third-down option.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'4 5/8"
- Weight
- 227 lbs
- Arm
- 32 1/4"
- Hand
- 9 3/4"
- Wing
- 78 3/4"
Production
70.89
Athleticism
74.33
Overall Score
69.54
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Lazard has been a productive, four-year player who relies on his size and strength to muscle Big 12 cornerbacks around when making the contested catch. Lazard is a possession receiver, but his lack of play speed and athletic ability could make separating from NFL cornerbacks a difficult challenge. With his size and toughness, a switch to pass-catching tight end might give him a better shot at having a productive NFL career.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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Carolina Panthers
Round 7 • Pick 16
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Two-down inside linebacker with a severe case of thumps who looks to impose his will against ball carriers as often as possible. Smith's lack of speed, athleticism and cover skills could hurt his draft stock, but his history as a consistent tackler and willing banger gives him a good chance to make a team no matter where he is drafted.
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Cincinnati Bengals
Round 7 • Pick 35
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Tate's speed and quickness limitations could make finding an NFL role for him challenging if he's unable to create enough separation for quarterbacks to target him. What he does have going for him is that he can catch through contact and has very good ball skills -- especially near the endzone. Tate's toughness and willingness to play through a shoulder injury this year will stand out to teams. Tate will be targeted by teams looking for a matchup weapon with value as a zone beater and red zone target.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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Philadelphia Eagles
Round 4 • Pick 25
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Maddox is sure to get a glowing review from his coaching staff as he has been a model leader and worker during his time at Pitt. While he plays with good toughness and has good athletic traits, his ability to stay connected in coverage has been problematic. Inconsistencies in man coverage combined with a smallish frame are a concern in my opinion, but his combination of long speed and short area quickness has him rising up the board.
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Baltimore Ravens
Round 6 • Pick 41
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Bozeman comes from a winning program where work ethic and toughness are hardly optional and he faced NFL-level competition in practice every day. His size is a big check mark in his favor, but he will be very limited by his lack of athletic ability. Bozeman's ceiling may be as low-level starter, but he has to find the right team.
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Las Vegas Raiders
Round 3 • Pick 1
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Parker's high center of gravity creates some athletic challenges for him, but he possesses the physical traits that teams are willing to draft and coach up. Despite his college experience, Parker is a bit of a project who will need to continue to work on his technique and core strength before he is ready to handle NFL pass rushers. Parker plays a high priority position with a limited talent pool this season and should go earlier than the tape dictates.
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New England Patriots
Round 6 • Pick 36
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
While Berrios is a little stubby and tight-hipped, he has explosive characteristics and shows the ability to uncover and the toughness to make contested catches look easy. Berrios may appeal to teams looking for a slot receiver who can work the middle of the field and attack with intermediate routes. His ability to return punts simply adds to his roster value. Getting caught up with what he can't do rather than what he can do would be a mistake.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'4"
- Weight
- 320 lbs
- Arm
- Hand
- Wing
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Experienced guard prospect with NFL size who has faced quality competition across from him in each of his four years at Penn State. Mahon is a decent athlete who is reliable in space, but he should be able to fit into any run scheme. Mahon has the talent to become a decent backup, but still has room to improve in pass protection and as a block finisher.
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Dallas Cowboys
Round 6 • Pick 34
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Wilson is a former high school quarterback with just four years of experience as a receiver including two on a major college level. He showed improvement from his junior to senior season and should continue to get better with more coaching and experience. Wilson has the potential to be a quality backup who might find time in three wideout sets. Teams may choose to use him as a big slot option with the potential to challenge on all three levels.
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Arizona Cardinals
Round 4 • Pick 34
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Edmonds is a highly productive runner with a compact frame, good agility and plus athletic traits. While he flourished against a lower level of competition, he may find that he's unable to beat NFL defenses with burst alone. Edmonds needs to play with more consistent pace and decisiveness to reach his potential. He has the talent to fit into a committee approach but could be limited to more outside running duties.
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New England Patriots
Round 6 • Pick 4
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Sam is an inside linebacker who has the ability to swing over to a WILL spot if needed. He absolutely "looks the part" and he's got the play strength necessary for handling inside linebacker duties. Scouts have questions about his overall football character and his play speed is a little below the NFL norm for the position. Sam's athletic numbers were average at the Combine, but they look good enough on tape. His timed speed could cause him to drop a round or even two, but he has enough talent to become a solid NFL backup who can step into starting reps if needed.
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Minnesota Vikings
Round 6 • Pick 39
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Gossett had trouble sustaining blocks against talented competition from Georgia and is unlikely to be ready to face off against NFL competitors. Gossett's NFL-ready frame will appeal to power teams who may look to stash him on a practice squad early on while they work on his technique to unleash more power at the point of attack.
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Green Bay Packers
Round 5 • Pick 1
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Madison's athletic ability, foot quickness and ability to sustain blocks on the move make him a desirable target for teams who want offensive linemen who can excel in space. However, his lack of anchor in pass protection will likely be targeted by pass rushers looking to for holes to exploit. A move inside to guard could benefit Madison, if he can add strength and play with better knee bend.
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Tennessee Titans
Round 5 • Pick 15
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Height, weight, speed prospect who has a chance to be drafted off his measurables and Combine testing alone. Cruikshank does have talent and is a hungry hitter, but he may lack the consistency in coverage to hold up as a full-time safety or cornerback. His ability to run and hit could make him a Day 3 target for a team looking to turn him into a backup defensive back and special teams ace.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 5'11 5/8"
- Weight
- 225 lbs
- Arm
- 31"
- Hand
- 9 3/8"
- Wing
- 73 1/8"
Production
66.99
Athleticism
52.74
Overall Score
59.24
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Physical, well-built running back who opened the eyes of NFL scouts with a strong season as a replacement for, and complimentary piece to Derrius Guice. Williams has NFL size and toughness and his ability to handle short-yardage carries as well as passes out of the backfield do nothing but increase his chances of making a roster.
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Indianapolis Colts
Round 5 • Pick 22
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
One-year wonder with the requisite height, weight, and speed numbers to interest teams looking for a plus athlete to develop. While Fountain should test well, his route running and ball skills aren't where they need to be and the jump in competition will make that transition challenging. However, Fountain's strong showing at the Shrine Game practices likely increased the number of teams who will target him on Day 3.
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Baltimore Ravens
Round 6 • Pick 16
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Elliott has good size and is a physical defender who will need to play near the line of scrimmage to take advantage of his aggressiveness and minimize his athletic limitations. Scouts say he loves the game including the work that goes into it so he has a good shot of sticking on a roster as a backup strong safety with immediate coverage ability on kickoffs and punts. His draft stock will be tied heavily to his Combine workout.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'3"
- Weight
- 290 lbs
- Arm
- Hand
- Wing
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Undersized, but extremely athletic, Allen has a rare ability to sustain blocks from a centered position in both the run and pass game. While Allen showed an ability to handle pass protection duties at left tackle, his lack of length will force him back to his natural interior spot. Allen has some experience snapping the ball and may have to move to center thanks to his lack of overall mass. Allen has position flexibility and starting level talent if he can keep his weight up.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 5'11 5/8"
- Weight
- 186 lbs
- Arm
- 31 1/2"
- Hand
- 8 5/8"
- Wing
- 74 1/2"
Production
69.02
Athleticism
54.26
Overall Score
58.53
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Standard issue slot receiver with a thin frame but above-average toughness when it's time to make a catch and move the chains. Burnett doesn't have the size or separation speed for frequent work down the field and may be better suited to a role as a possession target. Burnett lacks play strength and may need to compensate by learning to create space for himself through a more leveraged approach as a route-runner. He lacks high-end measurables but could become a decent WR3 in a spread-oriented attack.
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Cleveland Browns
Round 5 • Pick 13
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Avery is a big, athletic linebacker with a history of production whether he's playing inside or outside linebacker. While he's a little tight-hipped, his movement in the open field is generally unencumbered. Avery offers versatility and teams may choose to build on some of the rush talent he showed this season, but his best spot appears to be as a 4-3 strong-side linebacker with plus special teams ability.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'2 1/4"
- Weight
- 254 lbs
- Arm
- 31 1/2"
- Hand
- 10 1/4"
- Wing
- 76 1/8"
Production
70.08
Athleticism
81.97
Overall Score
73.59
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Mata'afa is a challenge to project based on the fact that his tape features him as an interior lineman who won with quickness when matched against players who were 50-70 pounds heavier than he was. He has the size of a 3-4 outside linebacker but may lack the athletic traits and skill level as a rusher to fit right in. His motor and desire give him a chance to become a high-end special teams star and teams might be wise to utilize Mata'afa as an interior rusher in sub-packages.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'6"
- Weight
- 310 lbs
- Arm
- Hand
- Wing
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Boettger's frame, play strength and experience playing both guard and tackle will appeal to NFL teams, but concerns over durability may become a hindrance. Teams may be tempted to try and leave him at tackle, but athletic limitations might make a move inside to guard his best option. Boettger's play is inconsistent, but his physical traits should make him an early backup with a shot at finding playing time down the road.
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Round 6 • Pick 28
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
It doesn't take much tape work to be impressed by Cichy's instincts and quickness to flow to the ball. It does, however, take a lot of searching to find what you need to study Cichy since he didn't play in the Badger's last 20 games due to injury. When healthy, Cichy's intelligence and consistency are big attractions at the position, but his lack of explosiveness and durability concerns could hurt his draft stock. Cichy projects as an NFL backup who will help immediately on special teams.
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Pittsburgh Steelers
Round 5 • Pick 28
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Some may see Samuels as a valuable hybrid talent, while others may see a player who offers roster flexibility but lacks a position where he can win consistently. Samuels isn't a tight end and has to prove he can handle blocking duties well enough to be a fullback. He will, however, appeal to teams looking to disguise their attacks with more diversified personnel groupings. Samuels best fit may be with a zone-scheme team as a RB/FB with the ability to play slot receiver and become a core special teamer.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'3"
- Weight
- 255 lbs
- Arm
- Hand
- Wing
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Ostman combines impressive hand work with optimal leverage and play strength to unleash game-long challenges against his competition. However, it will be much tougher to succeed with his linear playing style against longer, stronger competition in the NFL. Ostman may lack desired size attributes but he has enough working in his favor to give him a shot at making a team as a backup 3-4 outside backer with special teams value.
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Los Angeles Rams
Round 4 • Pick 35
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Franklin-Myers carried 297 pounds on his frame this spring but played at 280 at the NFLPA game in January. His sweet spot might be around 290 pounds, which would position him more favorably as a 3-4 defensive end with some rush potential. Franklin-Myers flashes power at the point of attack and the ability to get a quick win when he's working around the edges. He's a solid developmental prospect with intriguing upside if the technique improves.
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Baltimore Ravens
Round 5 • Pick 25
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Lasley has good size, great athleticism and is tremendously explosive. He also has one of the worst drop rates that you will find for a receiver over the last two years. He has home-run potential on the field and suspension issues off of it. It's this dichotomy that makes Lasley a difficult projection. Teams may be willing to live with some of the drops as long as he's making big plays, but he can't make big plays unless he is much more disciplined and focused in the pros than he was in college. Lasley has early starter potential, but there are enough red flags in play that he could see his draft stock tumble.
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Round 4 • Pick 17
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Whitehead is undersized which makes playing near the line of scrimmage a challenge and his instincts as a high safety were troubling as he allowed too many big plays. Teams may look to utilize him as a hybrid defensive back in sub packages with the ability to cover the slot and handle run support duties against teams who run the ball out of three wideout personnel groupings. Whitehead needs to run well because his lack of production will already hurt his draft cause.
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Denver Broncos
Round 4 • Pick 6
PLAYER ANALYSIS
On the borderline from a size standpoint, Jewell already had his detractors who worried about whether he was big enough to handle inside duties. On top of that, he ran a painfully slow forty at both the Combine and his forty that will send him tumbling down the draft board. On the field, however, he is a highly instinctive linebacker who combines physicality with a relentless motor to find his way into play after play. Jewell's consistency and football character give him a shot at becoming a solid NFL backup despite his speed limitations.
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Los Angeles Chargers
Round 3 • Pick 20
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Strong player who plays his role along the North Carolina State defensive front, but he doesn't really shine in any single area. He's tough enough at the point of attack to give him a shot as a rotational defensive lineman if he's able to add a little more size, but his shot may come late or undrafted as he lacks the athletic traits and overall production teams will be looking for.
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Round 5 • Pick 7
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Big, productive receiver with good football character who has upped his draft slotting with a eye-opening pro day. Watson dominated cornerbacks in the Ivy League, but may not have the suddenness to get off press or the acceleration to uncover against tight man coverage. His size and ball skills are intriguing, but he'll need to prove this his athletic testing can carry-over onto the field. He's a likely day three selection whose size, speed and explosion numbers could give him a bigger push than expected.
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Miami Dolphins
Round 4 • Pick 31
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Ballage looks great on the hoof and should test well at the Combine, but his lack of decisiveness and vision make it hard to envision him as a full-time RB1. Ballage can do a little of this and a little of that, but a team will need to have a clear-cut plan for how to use him. Ballage's size and athletic ability will appeal to teams as will his ability to play on third downs and return kicks.
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San Francisco 49ers
Round 4 • Pick 28
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Street has the level of strength and toughness that defenses are looking for on the edge, but his lack of reactive quickness and lack of desired length is a concern against NFL tackles. Street doesn't appear to be a plus NFL pass rusher but his power is intriguing. A team might be interested in asking him to add more weight in an attempt to bump him inside. After tearing his ACL at his pro day, Street will likely see a drop in his draft positioning.
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Chicago Bears
Round 6 • Pick 7
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Fitts simply hasn't been able to stay at full strength over the last two seasons and it takes heavy digging to find good tape against quality competition because of it. He could be a target for 3-4 teams as a strong-side outside linebacker, but a lack of anchor at the point of attack could chase him into competition for a role as designated pass rusher. He has the talent and traits to play at a higher level than his current grade, but he'll have to prove he can stay healthy.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'5"
- Weight
- 255 lbs
- Arm
- Hand
- Wing
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Hard-charging defensive end who wins with skill and motor over athletic traits. Frazier has good size, but is inconsistent in stacking and reacting to run plays as an early down edge defender. Frazier is a fluid pass rusher with a variety of moves at his disposal and an ability to counter when his first move falters. He may not blow people away at the combine, but he has the skill level and productivity to be considered a backup 4-3 end with eventual starting potential.
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Cincinnati Bengals
Round 4 • Pick 12
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Walton is a fluid combo back with the ability to compete for committee carries and third down snaps. His 2016 tape gives a better indication of his quickness since he was nursing an ankle injury for much of the time he played this year. His indecisiveness as an interior runner should be taken into account when offensive coordinators decide to use him. Walton has the ability to become a solid backup who can handle a heavier touch load over smaller stretches if needed.
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Philadelphia Eagles
Round 6 • Pick 32
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Pryor is great big, long-armed blocker who falls in the category of prospect rather than project. His size and length traits along with his ability to play guard or tackle will offer immediate appeal as a potential third-day selection. He's better suited as a drive blocker who is allowed to work inside a smaller radius, but he's not a bad athlete in general. Pryor has dropped about twenty pounds since the end of the year which could help his case for staying at right tackle, but he's more than capable of playing guard if needed.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'1 1/8"
- Weight
- 243 lbs
- Arm
- 32 5/8"
- Hand
- 9 1/8"
- Wing
- 78 1/4"
Production
65.50
Athleticism
71.20
Overall Score
67.66
PLAYER ANALYSIS
McCray is a big, physical inside linebacker who plays with most of the characteristics evaluators want from an inside linebacker, but his limited range could hurt his draft stock. McCray could be a consideration for 3-4 teams looking to pair a big body next an athlete at inside linebacker, but he'll need to come off the field on passing downs. If healthy, McCray could become a backup linebacker with a chance to work himself into starting contention down the road.
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Detroit Lions
Round 7 • Pick 19
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Quarterback turned fullback who has bought into the physicality of the fullback position and has the mangled nose to prove it. Bawden has good size and is a competent pass-catcher. The market for old-school fullbacks has shrunk, but he has the ability to find a roster home as a contributing lead blocker and pass catcher on play-action.
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Green Bay Packers
Round 3 • Pick 24
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
In any other decade, Burks' lack of familiarity for any position for more than a year would force him into the "tweener" stack and he would be on his way. In today's game filled with hybrid players and sub-packages, Burks' background could make him more valuable. He needs to play with more consistency in diagnosing and tackling, but his athleticism, cover talent, and ability on special teams make him a developmental prospect with decent upside.
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Houston Texans
Round 6 • Pick 40
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Kalambayi is a well-built athlete with adequate strength, above average wingspan and sudden feet who hasn't been able to match the production to his traits. Kalambayi looks the part and will test well, but his lack of instincts and feel as a pass rusher could leave teams frustrated. His strength at the point of attack and ability to handle and work around edge blockers may be a little bit underrated. Kalambayi has the talent to become a backup 3-4 SAM linebacker and with high-end special teams potential.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 5'8"
- Weight
- 190 lbs
- Arm
- Hand
- Wing
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Lindsay's lack of desired size may limit his draft stock somewhat, but his versatility as a running back, pass catcher and special teams contributor should work in his favor. Lindsay plays with unbridled passion that is infectious on the field. Lindsay has the ability to handle inside running duties and blitz protection despite his size. His football character and field demeanor give him a good chance of becoming a solid backup in the league.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'2"
- Weight
- 207 lbs
- Arm
- 31 3/4"
- Hand
- 8 3/8"
- Wing
- 76 1/8"
Production
70.74
Athleticism
64.11
Overall Score
65.39
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Five-star standout who stepped right into the starting lineup and had an immediate impact on the games. Blanding is a big safety who plays with good football intelligence and an unwavering commitment on each snap, but his lack of makeup speed and his coverage limitations may force him into a more limited role on the next level.
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New York Giants
Round 5 • Pick 2
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Athletic defensive tackle with the speed and quickness to make impact plays, but the lack of core strength to give up big plays against the run. McIntosh has developmental potential to work with and should take a big step forward once he learns to work his hands as a pass rusher. While he has disruptive potential, he has to get his play strength to a functional level in order to hold up as an every-down player. While teams will likely view him as a defensive tackle, McIntosh could fit as a base 4-3 end with the ability to reduce inside on passing downs.
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San Francisco 49ers
Round 7 • Pick 22
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Undersized slot option with good foot quickness and consistent play speed, but lacking in polish and strength. While James is more reliant upon his athleticism than his route acumen, he does have the suddenness to gain instant separation in tight quarters. James plays with good toughness but has to prove his 2017 injuries were a fluke. James lacks size and his focus as a pass-catcher is very average, but he does have talent that could be developed with more time.
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Atlanta Falcons
Round 6 • Pick 20
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
While Gage may lack the elite size or production of a draftable wide receiver, he does possess the athletic ability and competitive nature to be considered as a diamond in the rough on Day 3. Gage has the speed, toughness, and instincts on both punt and kick coverage to create some buzz in the buildings from special teams coaches during the run-up process to the draft. Gage's special teams talent could land him on the roster, but he has some raw natural ability as a slot receiver that may bear fruit at some point.
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New England Patriots
Round 7 • Pick 32
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
If you are looking for a flashy pass-catching tight end who can create matchup issues for the defense then keep on looking. If you want an in-line tight end who has good size and very good toughness and has experience as an active member of the run blocking unit, then Izzo should be on your board. Izzo has athletic limitations, but he has the willingness and talent to become a plus blocker at the point of attack and he's able to work the middle of the field. He should become a starter early in his career.
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