DRAFT TRACKER 2018

Has all the physical and athletic traits that a team could look for along the edge and he's versatile enough to play in an odd or even front. Thomas' draft grade is based much more on projection than production and he will need prove that he can convert coaching into success on the field as a pass rusher. Thomas has the potential to become a much better pro than college player, but his floor is lower than you might like.

Herndon's athletic ability will flash on tape, but his college production was pedestrian and he's still very raw. He has TE2 potential if he can improve his upper body strength and hand placement as a blocker. While Miami used him as a "run after the catch" option, NFL teams may lock in on his ability to threaten defenses on the second and third levels. Herndon has exciting athletic ability, but there is still plenty of room for improvement before he becomes a factor in the NFL.

Norton is a run-plugging nose tackle with the potential to fit in either odd or even fronts. He has the size and strength to beat single blocks and hang in against double teams, but won't offer much help as a pocket-pusher against the pass. He doesn't offer special physical traits so it is unlikely he will get over-drafted, but he has a specific value and should continue to improve as a run defender with more coaching and improved technique.

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.

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.

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.

Experienced kicker with decent accuracy under 50 yards, but troubling accuracy beyond that mark. Badgley's inability to hammer kickoffs with consistent leg strength will also hurt his cause.

Graduate transfer from The Citadel who looked overmatched during much of his senior season at Miami. Delaney doesn't have the suddenness or coverage talent to stick with crafty route runners from the slot while big, fast receivers can beat him down the field. While he's an aggressive, willing tackler against the run, he may lack the requisite cover talent to make it in the league.

His size and athletic scores will get him into a camp, but he lacks value on third downs and doesn't appear to be a dynamic enough runner to land a roster spot with that talent alone. Instead, Edwards may have to prove himself as a special teams star in order to snare an RB3 or RB4 spot as a pro.

He plays with some tenacity, but there are too many snaps where he can't get his blocks secured or where he struggles to sustain utilizing desired body control. He looks the part of narrow tackle, but he's missing the foot quickness to survive there. Without better technique and body control he is likely to struggle against the quickness and power he will see in the pros.

The size and experience are there, but the necessary athletic traits and missing in the most important phases. Darling may get a look in camp, but there doesn't appear to be enough tape that provides proof that he will be able to sustain his blocks effectively enough to make a team on the next level.