DRAFT TRACKER 2019
2019
DRAFT TRACKER
PICK
TEAM
PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'4 1/8"
- Weight
- 281 lbs
- Arm
- 34 3/4"
- Hand
- 10 1/8"
- Wing
- 79 7/8"
Production
75.48
Athleticism
66.94
Total Score
142.42
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
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.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 5'10 1/2"
- Weight
- 183 lbs
- Arm
- 30 3/4"
- Hand
- 9"
- Wing
- 74 1/2"
Production
76.29
Athleticism
57.78
Total Score
134.07
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Despite a lack of desired size, Johnson might have the ability to play inside or outside thanks to his speed and ability to elude press from his release. He has basketball athleticism, but his routes will need more focus and less freestyle once he steps up in competition. The athleticism and quickness should allow for a wide range of usage on offense but his hands might always be a concern for him. He's a little small and wasn't as fast or quick at the combine as expected, so Day 3 in the draft is his likely landing spot as a WR3/WR4 talent.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'4 3/4"
- Weight
- 226 lbs
- Arm
- 32"
- Hand
- 10 1/4"
- Wing
- 77 5/8"
Production
68.83
Athleticism
71.06
Total Score
139.89
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Hurd was used as big slot but he might need to transition into a role outside to take advantage of his potential to stretch the field as a downfield ball-winner. He's still learning the nuances of the position, but he has outstanding traits, a great work ethic and an ability to get much better very quickly. While Hurd will be an NFL receiver, he offers a unique option of becoming a short-yardage banger near the goal line. His best days are in front of him.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'2 5/8"
- Weight
- 258 lbs
- Arm
- 32 5/8"
- Hand
- 9 3/4"
- Wing
- 80 1/4"
Production
75.01
Athleticism
59.92
Total Score
134.93
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Just one year of big-time production, but he's an instinctive rusher with natural feel for attacking the pocket. Polite's frightening speed to the edge on tape was missing in his pre-draft workouts as he showed up much heavier and with purported hamstring issues during all of his testing. The game tape shows an ability to rush the pocket with a fluid, diverse attack, but he might not have the grit necessary to play the run as a 3-4 outside linebacker on early downs. His troubling post-season that included bad combine interviews, bad workouts and additional weight around the midsection has substantially clouded his draft standing into the boom-or-bust category.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'4 5/8"
- Weight
- 249 lbs
- Arm
- 33 1/2"
- Hand
- 10 3/4"
- Wing
- 78 7/8"
Production
74.28
Athleticism
80.63
Total Score
154.91
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Above-average, mid-air athlete with plus ball skills who was forced to deal with coverages that were consistently shaded in his direction thanks to an excessive target count. Oliver's route-running and ball-tracking talent allow him to work beyond the first level and can help NFL team's looking to push the ball downfield. Oliver will flash as an in-line blocker at times but might need to enter the league as a TE2/3 who works from the slot until he becomes more skilled and consistent at the point of attack.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 5'8 3/8"
- Weight
- 208 lbs
- Arm
- 31"
- Hand
- 8 5/8"
- Wing
- 73 7/8"
Production
88.89
Athleticism
74.94
Total Score
163.83
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
He checks in slightly undersized, doesn't have great vision and runs with a narrow base that makes him easier to tackle, but so far, those concerns haven't slowed him one bit. Big-play production is impossible to ignore, but his running style makes him best-suited to a complementary slasher role in a spread-based attack. In basketball, Henderson would be the explosive sixth man with the ability to swing certain games in your favor if he catches fire. On the ground or out of the backfield, Henderson can catch fire.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'2 3/4"
- Weight
- 281 lbs
- Arm
- 33 3/4"
- Hand
- 9 5/8"
- Wing
- 80 5/8"
Production
81.94
Athleticism
60.25
Total Score
142.19
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Jones is an extremely athletic one-gapping three-technique with the ability to play a disruptive brand of football on all three downs. His potential has never been in doubt, but in 2018 the production finally matched the talent. His body type and playing style will open him up to more feast-or-famine snaps than some of the other defensive tackles in this draft, but in the right scheme, he can become part of a swarm unit that plays on the other side of the ball.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'2 1/2"
- Weight
- 240 lbs
- Arm
- 31 5/8"
- Hand
- 9 1/8"
- Wing
- 75 3/8"
Production
75.12
Athleticism
73.95
Total Score
149.07
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Free safety-turned-linebacker with good cover skills who has filled out his frame and checks the size and speed boxes, but Pratt is still in the process of learning to man his position. He plays upright in space and is unorthodox and inconsistent in taking on blocks and finding his run fits. However, he plays with good lateral athleticism and burst and found his way to the football enough to fill out the stat sheet in his lone year as a starter. He will continue to improve with time and could become an eventual starter at either SAM or WILL.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 5'10 1/8"
- Weight
- 222 lbs
- Arm
- 31 3/8"
- Hand
- 9 1/4"
- Wing
- 77 3/8"
Production
70.33
Athleticism
64.14
Total Score
134.47
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
One of the safest runners in this draft with a desirable combination of size, vision, toughness and creativity. He runs with impressive calm and instincts in the midst of interior mayhem, weaving and battering his way through traffic. Smart teams will recognize his ability to create yardage for himself with his eyes, footwork, contact balance and power. Should alleviate concerns about his lack of explosiveness. Montgomery has a pro-ready game and Day 2 (Rounds 2-3) value as a good NFL starter.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 5'7 1/2"
- Weight
- 203 lbs
- Arm
- 28 7/8"
- Hand
- 8 1/2"
- Wing
- 70"
Production
72.93
Athleticism
60.23
Total Score
133.16
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Undersized, three-down back with rare improvisational skill and toughness through contact to squeeze every yard he can from each carry. Singletary was asked to catch it less in 2018, but he's a tough cover out of the backfield and has the dog in him to step up and deliver a lick in blitz pickup. He ran poorly and did not test well in short-area quickness events at the combine, which could hurt his draft standing, but might not deter him from NFL success as a complementary runner.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'4"
- Weight
- 251 lbs
- Arm
- 32 1/8"
- Hand
- 9 3/4"
- Wing
- 77 1/4"
Production
83.93
Athleticism
65.10
Total Score
149.03
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Despite his experience in-line and willingness to block in Jimbo Fisher's offense, he has neither the size nor strength to handle those duties as a pro. Sternberger is athletic with above-average ball skills, catch radius and route breaks that help him undercover on the second and third level. His paychecks will be tied to his pass-catching so he'll need to play stronger through route contact and with better focus when contested. He has eventual starter potential as a move tight-end who can function as a big WR3/4 from the slot.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'0 1/8"
- Weight
- 208 lbs
- Arm
- 31 1/2"
- Hand
- 9 1/8"
- Wing
- 75"
Production
67.26
Athleticism
92.69
Total Score
159.95
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Wide receiver with good size, average tape, a strong showing at the Senior Bowl and a special teams pedigree. McLaurin is faster than quick, but he's a detailed route runner who leans on physicality at the top of his route to beat handsy cornerbacks across their face. He will need to improve his ball skills and body positioning if he wants to win contested catches on the NFL level. He has the talent to be an NFL backup and his talent as a gunner could help him see the field quickly on special teams.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'2 3/4"
- Weight
- 256 lbs
- Arm
- 32 3/4"
- Hand
- 10"
- Wing
- 78 1/2"
Production
78.64
Athleticism
84.14
Total Score
162.78
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Physical edge defender who plays the game like he has zombie blood pumping through his veins. Winovich is relentless, determined and takes no plays off, but his lack of physical traits and explosiveness as a rusher could limit his upside. Scheme fit could determine his role as 4-3 defensive end or 3-4 rush linebacker, but his football character and physicality improve his odds for success as an eventual starter.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'5 1/8"
- Weight
- 309 lbs
- Arm
- 33 1/8"
- Hand
- 10 3/4"
- Wing
- 78 5/8"
Production
73.39
Athleticism
60.56
Total Score
133.95
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Durable, capable guard/center prospect who knows how to play the game but might lack the athletic elements needed to become a full-time starter on the next level. Dieter's experience in a variety of pro-style rushing schemes and his overall technique work are in his favor while his experience across the line offer flexibility that could lock him into an NFL roster as an early backup with the potential to step in and start if needed.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 5'11 1/4"
- Weight
- 227 lbs
- Arm
- 30 3/4"
- Hand
- 10"
- Wing
- 75 1/2"
Production
71
Athleticism
58.32
Total Score
129.32
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Death, taxes and David Long sitting under a receiver's chin waiting to jam and bully the release - all three are inevitable. He lacks height, length and makeup burst, but it is hard to find tape where those areas came back to haunt him very often. He's patient from press, stays connected to routes underneath, but may have to adjust to off-man and prove he can withstand vertical challenges against taller targets. He's not as long, loose or fast as teams like, but he's a consistent cover man with the talent to find reps early in his career.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'1 1/8"
- Weight
- 238 lbs
- Arm
- 32"
- Hand
- 9 5/8"
- Wing
- 75 3/8"
Production
66.92
Athleticism
81.16
Total Score
148.08
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
From wild and immature to a married man and team captain, Takitaki's career at BYU has been filled with several downs and one, big upswing that started in 2017 after he sat out 2016 to "get his head right." He covers up for a lack of speed and instincts with a hard-charging style that leads to feast or famine tape at times. He has deficiencies that muddy his fit at all three linebacker spots, but his playing style is tailor-made for special teams which could be his ticket into a backup linebacker spot at the back-end of a roster.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'1"
- Weight
- 207 lbs
- Arm
- 31 1/4"
- Hand
- 9"
- Wing
- 74 3/4"
Production
60.88
Athleticism
83.14
Total Score
144.02
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
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.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'3 1/4"
- Weight
- 316 lbs
- Arm
- 33 1/8"
- Hand
- 9 1/2"
- Wing
- 79 3/8"
Production
76.37
Athleticism
62.90
Total Score
139.27
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Davis carries good power and outstanding foot quickness on a stout frame and has proven to be consistent and effective in a variety of blocking schemes. His footwork and body control help him square his targets into his power zone, but a lack of arm length creates some inconsistencies in sustaining blocks. He has some flaws, but there doesn't appear to be glaring holes to overcome his areas of strength and become a starting guard early in his career.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'1 3/4"
- Weight
- 192 lbs
- Arm
- 33"
- Hand
- 9 1/4"
- Wing
- 80 1/8"
Production
76.06
Athleticism
75.75
Total Score
151.81
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Ascending bump-and-run cornerback with rare size and length who leans on good movement skills to overcome his average long speed. Although he plays with good route recognition, he'll allow some separation from breaks, but he's quick to hug-up and close the restrict the throwing window. He's not a burner, but he uses his size ball skills to make plays on the football down the field. Layne's traits could make him a fit in a variety of coverages, but he needs consistent toughness to help support against the run.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'0 3/8"
- Weight
- 324 lbs
- Arm
- 32 1/4"
- Hand
- 9 1/8"
- Wing
- 78 3/8"
Production
69.13
Athleticism
81.59
Total Score
150.72
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Active defensive lineman with an impressive combination of agility and athletic ability. Saunders might need to find his fit as a one-gap nose tackle in a 4-3 defense as his lack of consistent, in-line anchor could be a concern on the next level. He has been a disruptive force against a lower level of competition but flashed some of that same disruption during Senior Bowl practice week and an elevated level of competition. If he can improve his conditioning to become more disruptive for longer stretches, he'll have a chance to become a solid rotational defender and eventual starter.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'4 7/8"
- Weight
- 271 lbs
- Arm
- 34 1/2"
- Hand
- Wing
Production
86.58
Athleticism
60.85
Total Score
147.43
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Extremely productive edge defender with an NFL-caliber frame that continues to take shape. Ferguson plays with good toughness at the point of attack and became a much more disruptive run defender as the season progressed. He appears to have average athletic traits but benefits from an instinctive pass-rush approach. His pro day was somewhat disappointing and he'll need to maintain better lean muscle mass. He'll likely be targeted as an even-front defensive end with potential to become a good NFL starter.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'5 1/8"
- Weight
- 252 lbs
- Arm
- 32 3/4"
- Hand
- 9 3/4"
- Wing
- 77"
Production
59.17
Athleticism
80.52
Total Score
139.69
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Exciting and ascending, Warring is still a relative newcomer to the game, but he has the size, speed and athleticism to become a versatile, high-impact player on the pro level. He has the competitiveness to handle run-blocking duties and the talent to line up in the slot. While his production won't catch your eye, his tape does with quickness and ball skills that should make him a more productive target in the NFL than he was in college.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 5'10 1/8"
- Weight
- 216 lbs
- Arm
- 30 3/4"
- Hand
- 9 3/4"
- Wing
- 72 7/8"
Production
66.06
Athleticism
71.80
Total Score
137.86
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Disciplined and rugged with a very strong sense of who he is as a running back. He operates with a good feel for blocking schemes and finds the designed yards while adding extra with his power and some elusiveness. He lacks game-breaking juice as a runner and will need to keep his weight down or he'll end up in the "grinder" category of runners. Harris is more likely to be good than great as a pro, but his size, every-down game and ball security give him a chance to have fruitful career as a solid starter.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'2 1/2"
- Weight
- 237 lbs
- Arm
- 31 7/8"
- Hand
- 9 1/4"
- Wing
- 76 1/4"
Production
76.82
Athleticism
80.62
Total Score
157.44
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Tough inside linebacker who relies on strength, effort and early diagnosis to rack up tackle production. Barton has played inside and outside linebacker spots but will likely lock in as an inside linebacker in odd or even fronts. His speed, strength and short-area-quickness testing were all strong at the combine, which should help push him up. He's an instinctive, tough player with backup and special teams ability who should hear his name called in the middle rounds.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'1 3/8"
- Weight
- 239 lbs
- Arm
- 34 1/2"
- Hand
- 10 1/8"
- Wing
- 82 5/8"
Production
66.94
Athleticism
80.49
Total Score
147.43
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Undersized but instinctive and rangy, Okerke plays fast and is generally on the right track with his initial reads and response to play development. While he's fairly sound from a technical standpoint, his lack of size and strength shows up in both tackling and downhill duties against blockers. He has adequate talent to drop and cover in space and his experience on special teams gives him a shot to become a quality NFL backup.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'5 3/8"
- Weight
- 308 lbs
- Arm
- 34 1/8"
- Hand
- 9 7/8"
- Wing
- 82"
Production
72.93
Athleticism
84.16
Total Score
157.09
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Reliable run blocker with NFL-ready size and strength but exploitable holes in his pass sets that need to be addressed as quickly as possible. His starting experience at both center and guard could bring additional interest in McGovern, who would be a bigger, stronger option at center for teams facing odd-front power in their division. He is a good fit in gap and inside-zone run schemes, but his tendency to over-set in pass protection could be challenging to correct. He's an early starter as a Day 2 pick, but Year 1 could have ups and downs.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'6 1/8"
- Weight
- 309 lbs
- Arm
- 33 7/8"
- Hand
- 9 5/8"
- Wing
- 81 1/2"
Production
67.85
Athleticism
81.34
Total Score
149.19
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Developmental tackle prospect who offers NFL-caliber size, length and athletic ability for teams willing to work out the technique kinks. Pipkins has quick feet but needs to prove he can gain adequate depth with his initial pass slides in order to work to his set points against edge speed. He has Day 3 draft potential, but the jump in competition makes him a likely practice squad candidate early on.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'3 1/2"
- Weight
- 308 lbs
- Arm
- 34 3/4"
- Hand
- 9 5/8"
- Wing
- 81 1/2"
Production
74.11
Athleticism
69.61
Total Score
143.72
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Edoga is a smooth, athletic run-blocker and an uneven, unrefined pass protector, which creates a challenge in projecting him. His ability to get to blocks in a variety of positions from his initial stance is something that cannot be taught. While some of his flaws in pass pro can be coached up, there are physical deficiencies that could plague him throughout his career. To become a successful NFL starter, he needs to check the strength, maturity, and durability boxes as early as possible in his career.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'3 3/4"
- Weight
- 220 lbs
- Arm
- 33 1/2"
- Hand
- 9 7/8"
- Wing
- 81 3/8"
Production
66
Athleticism
99
Total Score
165
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Lingering on his tape can cause excessive focus on his inconsistencies and areas of improvement, but projecting his traits with additional coaching makes more sense. Boykin's size, length and athleticism offers exciting potential as an outside receiver with mismatch potential, but he will have to learn how to counter press, improve his routes and become more competitive when the ball is in the air. His size won't matter if he doesn't learn to impose it on others. If that happens, he'll become an eventual starter with a high ceiling.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'1"
- Weight
- 206 lbs
- Arm
- 31 3/4"
- Hand
- 9 1/8"
- Wing
- 77"
Production
72.19
Athleticism
94.43
Total Score
166.62
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Dean's combination of height, weight and speed will get the conversation started off in the right direction for NFL evaluators, but there is no way around the fact that multiple knee surgeries will be a cause for concern in those same circles. His length and ability to disrupt catch space is a big plus in his favor and he has the athletic ability to play in a variety of coverages. However, he needs more consistent competitiveness and better technique for the next level.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'3 1/2"
- Weight
- 253 lbs
- Arm
- 33"
- Hand
- 9 7/8"
- Wing
- 78 5/8"
Production
77.57
Athleticism
61.24
Total Score
138.81
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Edge defender who needs to prove himself as run defender, but he could earn early reps as a nickel rush option. Ximines played as an even front end, but 3-4 teams could still have him on their radar depending on his athletic testing. His fully furnished repertoire of rush tactics could get him a look on Day 2 (Rounds 2-3) and give him a good chance to become an eventual starter in either a 4-3 or 3-4.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'4 3/8"
- Weight
- 254 lbs
- Arm
- 33 1/2"
- Hand
- 9 3/4"
- Wing
- 80 1/2"
Production
58.47
Athleticism
77.24
Total Score
135.71
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Outstanding combination of measurables and traits, but he's much more moldable clay than game-ready prospect at this point. Knox lacks early speed and short-area quickness which could limit his ability to uncover underneath but he's much more dangerous when allowed to roam the middle of the field as a more linear route-worker. His pass-catching production may never matchup with the testing numbers, but his aggressiveness and talent as a run-blocker could provide him work as a combo tight end for years to come.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'4 3/8"
- Weight
- 312 lbs
- Arm
- 34 3/4"
- Hand
- 9 7/8"
- Wing
- 80 1/2"
Production
71.12
Athleticism
73.96
Total Score
145.08
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Three-year starter with tackle experience on both sides who plays with excellent core strength, good hand placement and a noticeable nasty streak. Evans is below average as an athlete but makes up for it with upper-body power and solid technique. Despite being under 6-foot-5, his arm length (34 3/4 inches) might convince a team to try him at right tackle before any moves inside. He might be scheme-dependent, but strength and toughness give him a shot at becoming a good backup with eventual starter potential.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 5'11"
- Weight
- 225 lbs
- Arm
- Hand
- Wing
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Fast, explosive athlete who will be targeted as a run-and-hit outside linebacker with the ability to stalk from sideline to sideline. Williams is aggressive in his response to ball-carriers but can be slow to diagnose and defeat blockers during his process. His speed, aggression and explosiveness are nice traits to unleash on special teams while he is being developed as a 4-3 WILL linebacker.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 5'10 1/2"
- Weight
- 205 lbs
- Arm
- 30 7/8"
- Hand
- 9 3/8"
- Wing
- 74 3/8"
Production
70.47
Athleticism
72.92
Total Score
143.39
NEEDS ANALYSIS
The focus ought to be on giving coordinator Todd Bowles the pieces he needs to turn the defense around. There's a big hole to fill right in the middle of the D, with Kwon Alexander departing for the 49ers, but the secondary is also a concern -- Tampa Bay allowed a league-worst 110.9 passer rating in 2018. On the other side of the ball, a playmaking RB1 would ease the burden on Jameis Winston.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'2 1/2"
- Weight
- 217 lbs
- Arm
- 31 1/2"
- Hand
- 9 3/8"
- Wing
- 75 1/8"
Production
76.93
Athleticism
71.78
Total Score
148.71
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Grier benefited from the West Virginia system, but that same system definitely benefited from his time there. He is a confident leader who would much rather press for the big throw than play it safe underneath. His lack of plus arm talent and release quickness might not match his gunslinger mentality against an NFL secondary. Grier will have to win from the pocket, which means working the middle of the field with better anticipation and getting rid of the ball much sooner. His disappointing Senior Bowl and combine performances have likely hurt his stock.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'4 7/8"
- Weight
- 312 lbs
- Arm
- 34"
- Hand
- 10"
- Wing
- 82 1/4"
Production
76.25
Athleticism
67.48
Total Score
143.73
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Well-built with physical ability to stay in front of NFL pass rushers if he continues to refine his pass sets and improve his hand usage. Cajuste has the traits and talent but doesn't play as "bendy" in his lower body as expected, which causes inconsistencies with balance in both the run and pass game. He might end up being more of a positional and stalemate blocker than drive blocker in the run game so he will need to shine in pass pro, which will take work. He has starting tackle talent with the body type for consideration inside.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
NFL Analyst
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ACQUIRED VIA
PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 5'10 5/8"
- Weight
- 221 lbs
- Arm
- 31"
- Hand
- 9 1/8"
- Wing
- 76 1/4"
Production
69.64
Athleticism
65.67
Total Score
135.31
PROSPECT ANALYSIS
Productive, willful runner whose combination of functional patience and aggressive urgency helped him find his niche as an every-down workhorse. While he has the ability to create yards for himself with adequate elusiveness and power, he's not a slasher or banger by NFL standards and he lacks burst to produce chunk plays on a regular basis. Mattison is a jack-of-all-trades backup with the ability to step into a heavy-duty role if called upon. His talent as a pass-catcher could move him up the RB food-chain.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
NFL Analyst
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