DRAFT TRACKER 2018
2018
DRAFT TRACKER
PICK
TEAM
PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'0 5/8"
- Weight
- 215 lbs
- Arm
- 30 1/4"
- Hand
- 9 1/4"
- Wing
- 73 3/8"
Production
97.91
Athleticism
70.27
Overall Score
85.74
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Spread quarterbacks have had limited success as have small quarterbacks. Mayfield falls into both categories and has to prove he can transcend those perceived deficiencies on the next level. Having complete command of the Oklahoma offense isn't an automatic precursor for NFL success, but Mayfield's ability to process, extend plays and throw with accuracy give him a good shot. He'll be somewhat scheme-dependent so whoever takes him will need to be willing to build their offense around his strengths.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'
- Weight
- 233 lbs
- Arm
- 31 3/8"
- Hand
- 9 1/2"
- Wing
- 74 1/4"
Production
95.28
Athleticism
89.62
Overall Score
94.75
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Every-down running back with the ability to alter the course of an offense and become a face of the franchise-type player. Barkley has the rare ability to create additional yardage through elusiveness, speed, vision and feel for space in the open field. While he has been tasked with carrying a heavy load at Penn State, their decision to limit his carries somewhat this season could help Barkley headed into his rookie season. Barkley is a buffet runner who thrives with the more plates you give him and he has a chance to become an early All-Pro no matter which team takes him.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'3 3/8"
- Weight
- 221 lbs
- Arm
- 31"
- Hand
- 9 3/8"
- Wing
- 74"
Production
86.62
Athleticism
69.52
Overall Score
80.39
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
At the end of the day, Darnold has NFL size, arm strength, accuracy, pocket mobility, poise and field reading capability. His windup is an eyesore for sure, but he has the velocity to mitigate the additional release time. While Darnold has the mental toughness and talent to start tomorrow, early sideline seasoning could help him better process coverages in an attempt to eliminate future interceptions. Darnold has the tools to thrive in any system and doesn't have to have perfect protection to succeed. His floor is solid starter, but he has the ceiling to be one of the top tier quarterbacks in the game as he gains more experience.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 5'10 7/8"
- Weight
- 183 lbs
- Arm
- 31 1/4"
- Hand
- 8 3/4"
- Wing
- 74 3/4"
Production
98.98
Athleticism
80.51
Overall Score
90.91
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Ward has the experience and talent to handle duties on the outside, but his lack of play strength combined with his elite footwork might be the deciding factor for a move inside. Ward is outstanding as a mirror-and-match cornerback with great route feel who is able to maintain tight coverage around the field with good technique and pattern recognition. He should become an early starter at nickel cornerback with the talent to make an immediate impact for a defense that faces a pass-happy division foe twice per year.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'4 3/8"
- Weight
- 269 lbs
- Arm
- 34"
- Hand
- 9 7/8"
- Wing
- 79"
Production
90.98
Athleticism
76.38
Overall Score
86.19
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Chubb possesses high-end physical traits, years of production and the ability to play in a variety of positions in both odd and even fronts. Chubb returned to school last year and turned areas of improvement into areas of strength. His motor and athletic ability cause him to jump off the tape snap after snap and his play attributes and production should translate quickly as a pro. Chubb should be an early pick, early starter and multi-time Pro Bowler.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'5"
- Weight
- 325 lbs
- Arm
- 33 3/4"
- Hand
- 10 3/8"
- Wing
- 82 5/8"
Production
99
Athleticism
80.69
Overall Score
90.59
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Elite guard prospect with outstanding size, rare power and a block finisher who can make tape room sessions uncomfortable for most opponents. Nelson is technically sound and is unlikely to face a long adjustment period once he gets into the league. Nelson may need to make sure and keep his play speed high and prevent against taking his eyes off of his target when coming off the ball. Nelson has the traits and talent to become an All-Pro guard for years to come.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'4 7/8"
- Weight
- 237 lbs
- Arm
- 33 1/4"
- Hand
- 10 1/8"
- Wing
- 78 3/8"
Production
73.89
Athleticism
78.26
Overall Score
78.42
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Likely be the biggest boom-or-bust quarterback prospect in the draft. Allen's size and arm talent are prototypical for early first-round picks, but it's rare to find a quarterback with such a low college completion rate become a successful pro. Allen's receivers struggled to separate, but there were plenty of times where his lack of anticipation and post-snap plan did him in. Allen can make some truly special throws, but his ability to improve the mental part of his game will determine whether he's a good NFL starter or just another big, strong-armed guy.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'0 7/8"
- Weight
- 236 lbs
- Arm
- 32"
- Hand
- 10"
- Wing
- 77"
Production
96.05
Athleticism
86.32
Overall Score
91.89
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Smith is an ascending linebacker prospect with elite athletic ability, plus intelligence and an ability to be an effective cover linebacker on passing downs. While he's a little undersized, he does have the quickness and speed to keep himself from being mauled. He was good in 2016, but great in 2017 and projects as a player who hasn't tapped his full potential. Smith has Pro Bowl traits and talent and will come off the board in the first round.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'7 7/8"
- Weight
- 309 lbs
- Arm
- 34"
- Hand
- 10"
- Wing
- 81"
Production
89.85
Athleticism
78.14
Overall Score
84.67
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
McGlinchey will need to add more strength and mass to his athletic frame in order to hold up against NFL power, but his technique and instincts are pro-ready. He could be a polarizing prospect based on inconsistencies from his tape, but he gets guys blocked at a much higher rate than he loses his rep. McGlinchey should become an early starter at either tackle position, but his ability to handle bull rushers and power at the point of attack will define the type of career he has.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'4"
- Weight
- 226 lbs
- Arm
- 31 3/4"
- Hand
- 9 7/8"
- Wing
- 76 1/2"
Production
76.89
Athleticism
61.86
Overall Score
74.64
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Josh Rosen's footwork and mechanics make him as pretty a quarterback as you will find in this year's draft. The biggest concern with Rosen is that his on-field success requires many elements to stay on schedule. He lacks plus arm strength, so identifying coverage (pre- and post-snap) and throwing with anticipation takes on added importance. Rosen has the pocket poise, accuracy and intelligence to become a good NFL starter, but he needs to be willing to take what defenses give him more frequently. Rosen will need to quell concerns surrounding leadership and coachability early on in order to establish a strong first impression and get his career off on the right foot.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'0 1/8"
- Weight
- 204 lbs
- Arm
- 31 1/4"
- Hand
- 9 3/8"
- Wing
- 75 1/8"
Production
94.78
Athleticism
73.37
Overall Score
88.21
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Fitzpatrick turns up the intensity level as high as it will go and and rips off the knob until the game is over. Fitzpatrick has experience as a slot cornerback, but will likely be targeted as a "do-everything" safety who can be deployed as a sub-package linebacker, a blitzer or in the slot against big receivers and move tight ends. Fitzpatrick has consistently shined since his freshman season on Alabama defenses that have been loaded with NFL talent. His versatility, football character and desire to succeed should make him an early starter.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'4"
- Weight
- 347 lbs
- Arm
- 32 5/8"
- Hand
- 10"
- Wing
- 76 1/4"
Production
84.09
Athleticism
76.55
Overall Score
84.59
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Vea's tape can frustrating because he flashes star potential one series and then looks average the next. With that said, he's still very raw and should be judged by his ability rather than just his results as he should unlock his potential with more coaching. Vea has the size and power to play nose in an odd or even front and he could be targeted by 3-4 teams looking for dominant run defender on the end. He should work into a defensive line rotation immediately and has the ability to become a good NFL starter for years.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'2 1/2"
- Weight
- 311 lbs
- Arm
- 33"
- Hand
- 9 3/8"
- Wing
- 78 3/8"
Production
79.45
Athleticism
82.79
Overall Score
84.37
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Payne possesses one of the most impressive combinations of strength and athleticism that we've seen from an interior lineman. He will be the premier run-stuffer in this draft, but he may have enough in the pass rushing toolbox to project as a better pro than college pass rusher. Payne is a game-ready starter who immediately upgrades a defense's ability to slow the run. If teams view him as just a run-down player, then his draft value could fall a little, but he could become a Pro Bowl defender early in his career.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'5 3/4"
- Weight
- 264 lbs
- Arm
- 33 5/8"
- Hand
- 9 1/8"
- Wing
- 80 5/8"
Production
81.47
Athleticism
76.76
Overall Score
81.95
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Davenport packed on 30 pounds from his sophomore to senior season and has the frame to continue getting bigger and stronger. While he's been a stand-up rusher at UTSA, teams may see him as a 4-3 defensive end. Right now Davenport is more of a flash player than a consistent menace, but he showed flashes at the Senior Bowl of being able to take a substantial step forward with more time.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'8 5/8"
- Weight
- 309 lbs
- Arm
- 34 1/8"
- Hand
- 10 3/4"
- Wing
- 82 1/2"
Production
77.61
Athleticism
97.24
Overall Score
84.53
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Miller is an exceptionally tall tackle prospect who lacks the flexibility in his hips to drop his pad level and play with better leverage and a stronger base. His lateral movements in his pass slides are segmented and there are reps that he has to completely break from his technique to chase edge rushers to the corner. What Miller does have is athletic ability that is above average for the position and he showed improvement as the season wore on. He has the physical traits to become an above average NFL starter, but he'll need to improve his pass pro technique and become a better finisher in the run game.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'4 1/2"
- Weight
- 253 lbs
- Arm
- 34 1/2"
- Hand
- 9 3/8"
- Wing
- 83"
Production
91.12
Athleticism
91.75
Overall Score
89.97
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Edmunds combines elite size, speed and explosiveness into a productive, versatile linebacker package that will have evaluators salivating. Edmunds has posted high-impact production over the last two seasons and he still has room to get bigger and better. He will make mental mistakes and his instincts are subpar, but he has an ability to mitigate those issues with his athletic ability. Edmunds can play in any alignment at any linebacker spot and has All-Pro potential no matter where he lands.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'1 3/4"
- Weight
- 215 lbs
- Arm
- 33"
- Hand
- 9 1/2"
- Wing
- 78 5/8"
Production
99
Athleticism
75.93
Overall Score
92.96
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Possesses the desired physical traits and mental makeup of an All-Pro safety who has the ability to not only set a tone but change the course of games. Although James is extremely athletic and talented, he still has room for improvement as a run defender and in coverage. James' talent is best utilized in an active, attacking capacity in a robber role or near the line of scrimmage where he can support the run, blitz and handle physical coverage responsibilities.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 5'10 1/4"
- Weight
- 196 lbs
- Arm
- 31 1/8"
- Hand
- 9 1/2"
- Wing
- 74 3/4"
Production
86.43
Athleticism
89.99
Overall Score
89
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Twitchy and quick, Alexander is an instinctive cornerback with the ability to anticipate routes and the quickness to close on throws and make plays on the ball. He tape in 2017 was uneven due to issues with a sprained knee which could raise concerns over his durability considering his slender build. When healthy, he has the potential to become a second cornerback, but teams may view him as a full time nickel cornerback who is able to avoid the rigors of excessive run support.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'4 1/4"
- Weight
- 256 lbs
- Arm
- 33 7/8"
- Hand
- 9 3/4"
- Wing
- 81 1/8"
Production
82.76
Athleticism
97.07
Overall Score
87.78
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Vander Esch is a loose-hipped, instinctive linebacker who played in 2017 like he had a GPS tracker on the football. His production totals against both the run and pass are rare for being a first-year starter and with a frame that is primed for more muscle, his NFL ceiling is high. Vander Esch might benefit from a reduced role his rookie season while he improves his play strength and becomes more skilled at taking on blocks. He's an every-down linebacker with very good starting potential and the talent to fill up a stat sheet.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'5 1/8"
- Weight
- 312 lbs
- Arm
- 33 1/8"
- Hand
- 9 3/8"
- Wing
- 78 7/8"
Production
89.07
Athleticism
88.62
Overall Score
89.82
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Three-year starter and team captain who brings a desired level of physical demeanor to the field each game. Ragnow won't wow you with foot quickness or athleticism, but he takes smart angles to his blocks and shouldn't be limited by scheme. His size, power, and anchor is a big plus as is his ability to swing over to guard if needed. Ragnow could struggle to stay connected to blocks against athletic interior linemen with quick hands, but his baseline play is equal to a solid NFL starter.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'3 3/4"
- Weight
- 305 lbs
- Arm
- 32"
- Hand
- 9 3/4"
- Wing
- 75 1/4"
Production
83.23
Athleticism
68.40
Overall Score
79.04
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Plays like a Wildling at times with tremendous explosiveness, strength and, almost excessive initial charge. Price's power and leverage give him a huge advantage over most centers in this draft. He should be able to come into the league and deal with NFL power right away. However, his impatience as a blocker and tendency to charge in head-first will be used against him by savvy NFL opponents if he doesn't get it cleaned up. Price should be a good, early starter.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'1 7/8"
- Weight
- 232 lbs
- Arm
- 32 1/4"
- Hand
- 10"
- Wing
- 77 1/4"
Production
83.21
Athleticism
61.73
Overall Score
77.87
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Ascending linebacker talent who has the speed to fly around from sideline to sideline and played with an improved feel for the position in 2017. Despite limited playing time over his first few seasons, Evans adapted a "work while you wait" mindset that prepared him to for impressive performances in three consecutive national championship games. Evans is an ideal inside linebacker fit for a blitz-happy 3-4 unit, but he could easily fit as a 4-3 WILL with rush potential on sub-packages. Evans is an early starter with high-end potential if he can stay healthy.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'2 3/4"
- Weight
- 313 lbs
- Arm
- 33 3/8"
- Hand
- 8 1/2"
- Wing
- 78 7/8"
Production
91.32
Athleticism
67.26
Overall Score
80.76
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Wynn is a talented, technically sound block-winner with a demeanor that offensive line coaches will love. His athleticism allows for quick advantages as a run blocker while his hand strength and footwork helps him sustain those advantages into open running lanes. His plus pass protection will be appealing to teams looking for help in that area and he is capable of sliding out to tackle in an emergency. He appears to have the technique and play traits to overcome any concerns about size and could become an early starter.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'
- Weight
- 210 lbs
- Arm
- 31 5/8"
- Hand
- 9"
- Wing
- 76 1/4"
Production
73.79
Athleticism
89.33
Overall Score
82.53
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Moore is bigger than former Terrapin wideout Stefon Diggs, but their playing style and athletic ability while at Maryland are similar. Moore doesn't have the height and length teams look for outside and may become a full-time option from the slot. He clearly has the short-area quickness and talent after the catch to handle those duties, but his route-running needs to become more focused and fast to unlock his potential. He has Day 2 talent and could become an early contributor as a receiver and punt returner.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'4 1/2"
- Weight
- 250 lbs
- Arm
- 32 3/4"
- Hand
- 9 3/4"
- Wing
- 76 1/2"
Production
70.35
Athleticism
74.31
Overall Score
78.24
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Hurst's initial opportunity at athletic stardom came up short in baseball, but he has his second shot and plays like every down could be his last. His fearless play demeanor combined with size, strength and athleticism make him a well-rounded prospect with the versatility to line up all over the field. He's sure-handed and could become a young quarterback's safety blanket if he improves elements of his route running. He should see early snaps and has the ability to become a good combination tight end.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'0 1/2"
- Weight
- 189 lbs
- Arm
- 31 5/8"
- Hand
- 9 1/8"
- Wing
- 75 3/4"
Production
78.42
Athleticism
68.28
Overall Score
81.45
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Ridley has game-changing talent complete with blazing speed and rare route-running ability for a college prospect. He ran the full route tree at Alabama, has experience working in a pro-style attack and is a plug-and-play starter on day one. He must improve his ability to defeat press corners off the snap or he'll become a feast or famine target. Ridley's elite speed and separation talent gives him the potential to become one of the more productive and dangerous receivers in the league.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 5'11"
- Weight
- 220 lbs
- Arm
- 31 1/4"
- Hand
- 9 1/4"
- Wing
- 76"
Production
87.11
Athleticism
75.69
Overall Score
83.15
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Volume-carry running back who plays with an active running style that rarely sees him slow his feet. Penny has the short-area foot quickness to create yardage for himself, but he doesn't really have the burst or long speed to be a homerun hitter. His motor gives him a chance to be a productive NFL starter, but he may lack the explosiveness to be a great back.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'0 1/2"
- Weight
- 217 lbs
- Arm
- 32 3/4"
- Hand
- 10 1/2"
- Wing
- 79"
Production
79.21
Athleticism
86.32
Overall Score
81.90
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
While younger brother Trumaine may get the headlines in this year's draft, Terrell is a quality prospect in his own right. Edmunds has size and burst which are coveted traits at the position. He has man cover talent against big targets and should step right into a role on the coverage units for special teams. Edmunds is at his best near the line of scrimmage and has eventual starter potential, but inconsistencies as an open field tackler may be a cause for concern in some NFL war rooms.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'5"
- Weight
- 291 lbs
- Arm
- 32 3/4"
- Hand
- 9 3/4"
- Wing
- 78 7/8"
Production
72.62
Athleticism
90.68
Overall Score
78.48
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Talented defender with rare athletic ability and play traits. Bryan's lack of production is due to a lack of instincts and feel for the position and he's still in a developmental phase as a prospect. Bryan played inside at Florida but has the size and talent to play inside or outside. His instincts and feel are below average so his development could take time, but when he is a finished product, Bryan has the ability to become a disruptive, highly productive talent with a very high ceiling
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 5'10 1/8"
- Weight
- 189 lbs
- Arm
- 30 7/8"
- Hand
- 8 3/4"
- Wing
- 73"
Production
75.03
Athleticism
68.67
Overall Score
75.90
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Hughes simply hasn't had the game experience he needs to put together the consistency in coverage that teams might like to see. He's a projection-based prospect who has shown twitch, ball production and toughness in a small sample size. Despite being a little short, he is likely to stay outside in coverage. While teams wait for him to gain coverage experience, they can certainly lean on his tremendous talents as a return man. Hughes has potential, but there is still work to be done in coverage.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 5'10 5/8"
- Weight
- 214 lbs
- Arm
- 31 1/4"
- Hand
- 9 1/8"
- Wing
- 73 5/8"
Production
79.84
Athleticism
75.31
Overall Score
80.19
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Michel is a well-built, no-nonsense runner who is able to combine vision, burst, and physicality. While he can make open field cuts to find additional yardage, his running style is more angular in nature and he thrives when playing north-south. He's not the most creative runner and he lacks some finesse, but his size, pass protection and ability to create yardage make him a natural fit as a future NFL starter.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'2 1/4"
- Weight
- 216 lbs
- Arm
- 33 1/8"
- Hand
- 9 1/2"
- Wing
- 77 5/8"
Production
84.96
Athleticism
91.65
Overall Score
85.43
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Evaluating Jackson against the NFL standards for the position will cause him to come up short. However, he has rare speed and athleticism and can single-handedly win games. Jackson's accuracy is clearly spotty and teams must decide the level of accuracy they are willing to live with relative to his ability to create explosive plays. Jackson may need to operate in an offense ready to integrate RPOs (run/pass options) along with heavy play-action. Like Deshaun Watson in 2017, Jackson has the ability to counter mental mistakes and turnovers with a high number of explosive, touchdown-making plays. He has star potential, but his success will rest heavily upon his ability to stay healthy.
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