DRAFT TRACKER 2019

Lindstrom is one of the most athletic interior lineman in the 2019 draft with a rare ability to match movement quickness with anyone across from him. His quickness can place him in position to make blocks on both the first and second levels and he has an impressive ability to cover lateral space and protect his gaps as a pass blocker. Lindstrom is scrappy at the point of attack but lacks the length, mass and strength some teams will want. His final destination could be as a guard/center in a zone scheme where he can become a long-time starter.

Hard-charging defensive end who calls on initial quickness, play strength and outstanding instincts to counter his lack of length and athleticism. Allen's toughness and ability to diagnose quickly could allow him to play early as a run defender, but limitations as a rusher could push him inside on passing downs. He has average starter's potential and could be in consideration by odd or even fronts at defensive end.

Possesses adequate toughness and athletic ability to handle backup duties as interchangeable safety, but his greatest impact on a team could come as a cover talent on special teams. Harris' ability to match with pass-catching tight ends will work in his favor, but he's more of a shadow and tackle option than someone who can make plays and deter quarterbacks.

This is a draft that has players at a variety of positions who will test historical norms when it comes to size. Denis falls in this camp. While he'’s smooth and fits the athletic standards of a single-high safety, he is painfully thin for the position and his success rate as a tackler is below average against his level of competition. Size matters to many teams at safety so it wouldn't be surprising to see teams consider him as a backup at both deep safety and cornerback.

Reliable combination tight end with the competitiveness to handle the work asked from his position at Boston College. He'll need to get bigger and stronger for run-blocking duties as an NFL "Y" tight end, but he does have the ball skills to offer himself up as a reliable underneath option from time to time. Sweeney's lackluster play speed and athletic traits could limit his draft stock, but he should find a job as late-round, backup tight end.

After playing behind Harold Landry for the last few seasons, Ray's opportunity as a first-time starter produced mixed results. He's not a twitchy athlete and play strength at the point of attack is a concern at this juncture. His wingspan is a plus in his favor and he flashes potential as a developmental pass rusher. He is a potential Day 3 3-4 outside linebacker who will need to show up on special teams early.

It will be very easy for teams to fall in love with the speed and athleticism, but is there any way to ignore the poor pass-catching? He has the size and speed to stretch the field and his route-running is not without some merit, but if a player can't catch it consistently, it's hard to make it as a pass-catcher. Even if Smith improves the hands, he may need to show he can become a special teams commodity as well. The speed is intriguing and could garner a late-round flyer.

Smith's strength at the point of attack is adequate by NFL standards but his lack of functional length and interior disruption hurts his chances for success. Smith's pro day testing forces more tape study, but the lack of disruption and pass rush are unlikely to change which makes a role as a rotational nose tackle unlikely.