DRAFT TRACKER 2021
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New York Jets
Round 5 • Pick 31
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
There is much to process with the tape and the traits of Pinnock. He looks the part, with size, length and strength, and his testing confirmed the athleticism that can be found on tape. He has the potential to roadblock receivers from press but struggles to maintain his poise and pace when he gets beaten early in the route. He has ball skills when playing with his eyes forward, but his success rate and accuracy to challenge the catch-point goes way down with his back to the ball. He has the athleticism and physical tools that fit into Cover 3 and press-man concepts, but he shouldn't be left on an island.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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Green Bay Packers
Round 7 • Pick 29
PLAYER ANALYSIS
One-note, downhill back who can leverage and unlock impressive power into opposing tacklers. Most of his evaluation requires 2019 tape as he never got going in Mike Leach's offense in 2020. Hill has a ground gaining jump-cut with adequate ability to elude second-level tacklers, but his primary mode of operation is to run with force and create with power. He's a grinder who lacks burst and vision to slash and create chunk runs, but could offer a change-of-pace banger and short-yardage option with some third-down value.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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Dallas Cowboys
Round 6 • Pick 8
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Two-gapping nose with good power who is much more likely to become a space-eater than a playmaker. Bohanna can man the nose in even or odd fronts and plays with decent knock-back explosiveness coming off the ball. He will play with average range, but can disrupt blocking schemes with his power penetration from time to time. He's somewhat accurate and quick with his hands, but is fairly easy to reach and work around for zone blockers. He is a relative non-factor as a rusher, so his value will rest in whether or not he can help control the A-gaps. Bohanna is limited, but big and strong and could find work as a rotational nose early in his career.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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Tennessee Titans
Round 6 • Pick 21
PLAYER ANALYSIS
He's big, strong and fast, but McMath lacks the necessary position fundamentals to be labeled anything more than a project with enticing core special-teams potential. He doesn't play with desired balance and salesmanship as a route-runner, but has plenty of size, body control and focus when working through contested catches between the numbers. The traits and special-teams tape make him a potential late-round pick.
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Indianapolis Colts
Round 6 • Pick 34
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Highly touted dual-threat quarterback from the Austin area who put together four solid but somewhat unspectacular years at Texas. They don't come much tougher than Ehlinger at the position, and his intangibles are as good as you could ask for. He's a very average passer, but can deliver most throws with good enough accuracy and velocity to hit the open target. He doesn't have a plus arm and could struggle to fit throws into tight windows or make big completions throwing on the move. His deep ball accuracy is a step below average but he's fairly effective throwing with anticipation on intermediate routes. He's not an explosive runner, although he gets tough yards on a consistent basis as a scrambler and on called runs. His 2019 tape is a better study of his potential, but career backup looks like his ceiling.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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Cincinnati Bengals
Round 7 • Pick 7
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Defensive end who plays on the "wild man" setting with a white-hot motor and consistent play speed in attacking up the field. Hubert's play strength is NFL-ready and he has a plus first step, which benefits his darts into the gaps. While he has some disruptive qualities that fit into a one-gapping scheme, he also has limited change-of-direction agility, which leads to a higher number of missed tackle opportunities. That issue could be exacerbated in the league. He's a face-up edge rusher with a basic approach and a lack of athleticism to flip the corner so look for teams to reduce him inside on passing downs, where his approach could benefit him in matchups against guards. He has backup potential that will range from average to above average depending on scheme fit.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'5 1/2"
- Weight
- 321 lbs
- Arm
- 33 7/8"
- Hand
- 9 1/4"
- Wing
- 82 3/8"
Production
60.72
Athleticism
60.84
Overall Score
62.11
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Athletic left tackle with potential roster value as swing tackle and/or zone scheme guard. Jackson made dietary changes and reshaped his body with less bad weight but there are still concerns with consistency of play strength when attempting to protect his edges. Poor footwork caused awkward exchanges and consistent issues with contact balance throughout his tape at Iowa, but he appeared to have made some adjustments and improvements by the time practices rolled around at the Senior Bowl. If he can clean up technique and footwork on a full-time basis, he has a chance to become an eventual starter at guard or tackle.
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Arizona Cardinals
Round 7 • Pick 16
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Explosive tester with compact, muscular frame whose 2018 tape was simply better than what he put out in 2020 coming off his ACL injury. There is a good chance Wiggins will continue to find himself after another season removed from his injury. His short-area twitch and ability to quickly close on routes in front of him can be impressive. His 2018 ball production was no accident, as he frequently created opportunities for himself to make plays on the football, but he's much better moving forward than when asked to transition and cover lateral route breaks. He's tough and willing, but too small to cover NFL tight ends. In addition, his lack of reactive agility and length as an open-field tackler create concerns. He'll impress in a workout, but might have a ceiling as an NFL backup.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'2"
- Weight
- 220 lbs
- Arm
- Hand
- Wing
PLAYER ANALYSIS
With an impressive frame and elite testing numbers, it is becoming more likely that a team will be willing to overlook the underdeveloped aspects of Imatorbhebhe's game in hopes of cashing in a jackpot if it can unlock enough skill to go with the traits. His route running is raw and lacks salesmanship to throw coverage off his scent, but he's not overly tight in his lower body and should continue to develop in that area. He has foot quickness and strength to work around press and can be a handful when it turns into a pure 50/50 battle. He is the most explosive leaper coming out of the college game that I've ever seen. Imatorbhebhe improved from 2019 to 2020, but there is no guarantee he can become more than just an explosive athlete. However, a team will gladly spend a Day 3 pick on this high-ceiling, low-floor prospect.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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Kansas City Chiefs
Round 5 • Pick 18
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Gray understands leverage and how to create some tilt in coverage but doesn't have play speed or separation burst to do enough with it. While he's not going to have the size or strength to block defenders when firing off the ball, he has enough athleticism and grit to offer some assistance as a move blocker from the slot or wing position. He has late-round potential and could find a team fit as a TE3/4.
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New York Giants
Round 6 • Pick 17
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
His size and expected straight-line speed will work in his favor. However, Williams might be lacking the natural athletic attributes to handle press duties and the instincts needed for zone. If coaching can tighten up his press technique, he might be in consideration as a Cover 2 cornerback with the ability to step up and support the run. He's become better at staying in phase with the route and can be a handful to deal with on 50-50 throws due to his size and physical nature. Finding a good scheme fit will be key, but he has a decent chance of earning a spot as a backup.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 5'9 5/8"
- Weight
- 184 lbs
- Arm
- 30 5/8"
- Hand
- 9 1/4"
- Wing
- 74 7/8"
Production
62.46
Athleticism
51.19
Overall Score
54.48
PLAYER ANALYSIS
I'm sure teams would like for him to carry a little more weight on his frame, but he's certainly not lacking in toughness. Philyor is more than willing to work into the teeth of the defense underneath, but also has the acceleration to blow past unsuspecting off-man coverage and stretch the field from the slot. He's going to have trouble with contested catches and needs to work with smarter angles to help him shield defenders from opportunities to harass him. He's instinctive and effective in tracking deep balls and makes late adjustments to haul in the catch. The route-running could use better attention to detail to more effectively manipulate the coverage. The team who takes him will be getting a three-level slot with average hands but good football IQ as a Day 3 WR4/5.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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Los Angeles Rams
Round 7 • Pick 22
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Highly competitive pass catcher with great size and good route technique but missing suddenness and long speed as an outside target. While Skowronek can make a roster as a backup receiver due to his matchup potential and overall skill level, a switch to move tight end would diminish his weaknesses and enhance his strengths. He's a quick opener to eat up quick throws underneath, has the speed and athleticism to work the second level and occasionally get deep if teams aren't careful about how they match up with him. He needs more weight but is already a plus run blocker who can handle blocking duties from the slot. Skowronek could be the next Robert Tonyan if given a chance at that spot.
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Pittsburgh Steelers
Round 4 • Pick 23
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Three-year starter at left tackle against challenging SEC competition across from him. Moore held his own for an offensive line that was a finalist for the Joe Moore Award (nation's top OL) and he carries a well-proportioned build with good lean mass. He has adequate athletic ability to handle swing tackle duties, but plays with inconsistent hand strength and placement in both the run and passing games, causing him to lose control of the rep. He's clearly shown improvement at his position and doesn't have glaring athletic or physical weaknesses. However, he might not be a plus in any one category, which will make it difficult for him to become more than a solid backup.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'2 1/2"
- Weight
- 209 lbs
- Arm
- 32 1/4"
- Hand
- 9"
- Wing
- 78 1/2"
Production
71.82
Athleticism
65.04
Overall Score
68.97
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Big, strong target lacking explosiveness to uncover against tight man coverage, but a willing combatant when it's time to make a contested catch. Surratt opted out of the 2020 season but put together nice production as a sophomore in 2019. He lacks the foot quickness needed to elude press corners and will likely have coverage squatting on his routes underneath due to his lack of speed. He has experience in the slot, which might be where NFL teams look at him thanks to his ball skills and ability to post up smaller defenders to create a window for quarterbacks. His soft hands and feel for the catch phase are appealing, but inconsistencies in uncovering could make him a WR3/WR4 at best.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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Cincinnati Bengals
Round 5 • Pick 5
PLAYER ANALYSIS
McPherson handled both field goal and kickoff duties at Florida with a leg that generates decent power and quick lift on each kick. He strikes the ball with good consistency and an end-over-end delivery that leads to quality accuracy and placement. While he struggled more than usual beyond 40 yards in 2020, it should be correctable. McPherson has a good chance of being a Day 3 selection and finding work in the NFL.
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Minnesota Vikings
Round 5 • Pick 13
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Thin-framed receiver whose value rests in his speed, gadget-package potential and kick-return talent. He's an average route-runner and can be undone by physical coverage, which is likely to continue on the next level. His ball skills are below average on deep throws, but his ability to push the defense downfield should open up things for easy catches underneath. He's a likely later-round candidate with potential to land a WR5 gig, thanks -- in part -- to his return value.
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Buffalo Bills
Round 7 • Pick 8
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Guard prospect with good size and foot quickness. He has toughness in his field demeanor, too. Anderson's two biggest issues are his core strength and his lack of control. He needs to stay within himself and attack with a more workman-like attitude rather than rushing. He has a tendency to over-step his lateral blocks and open the back door for quick losses, but he also has lateral reactive athleticism that should benefit him if bad habits are coached out of him. His hand placement and hand strength improve his chances as a base blocker but true two-gappers have a tendency to gain control and put him in a position to hang on through shed phase. He's a backup-caliber guard who could see time as a low-end starter at some point.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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New York Jets
Round 6 • Pick 23
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
One-year starter who was often out of place when asked to play the nose for the Razorbacks. Marshall has adequate power, explosive hips and quick feet, making him much better suited to play three-technique in a penetrating front. Marshall has decent power at the point of attack but struggles to grow roots against double teams. He has some natural strength and a low center of gravity, so improving his hand usage could help to create more consistency in both his run defense and pass rush. Teams could be turned off by the lack of sack production, but he does flash the potential to become more consistently disruptive in the rush game. Despite having just a single season of production, his big pro day numbers could give him a boost as a Day 3 draft pick with backup potential.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'0 3/4"
- Weight
- 196 lbs
- Arm
- 29 5/8"
- Hand
- 8 7/8"
- Wing
- 71 1/8"
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Aussie import who spent earlier parts of his life playing soccer, basketball and Australian Rules Football. Duffy is entering into "I have mortgage payments" territory as a player who will be 28 years old as a rookie, but his lively leg and ability to flip the field might make his age irrelevant to some teams. Like most rugby-style punters, he'll need to prove he can work consistently as a traditional punter and create enough hang time for punt cover teams.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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Philadelphia Eagles
Round 6 • Pick 7
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Stocky defensive end with the strength and balanced base that helped him stack up production against Sun Belt competition over the years. He's tough and aggressive at the point of attack, but is not a natural bender, which could hurt his ability to fight off angle blocks and anchor down against NFL opponents. He has a quick arm-over move that will serve him well when looking for gaps off the snap. Jackson is a face-up rusher missing the agility and athleticism to consistently win as an NFL rusher, but his motor and strength to press through the edge are worthy play traits. He has the type of build that could have teams looking to move him to three-technique if he adds weight.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'5"
- Weight
- 300 lbs
- Arm
- Hand
- Wing
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Intriguing prospect with all kinds of athletic potential. However, Saltes is high-cut and plays way too high. He will need to work on dropping his pad level, with better lower-body bend. Saltes plays with good initial quickness into his block fits and churns his engine to open the run lane. He's an easy mover in space and has no problem making adjustments on combination blocks. The run blocking is fun to watch but the pass protection is a concern. He might need a redshirt year to work on his game, but Saltes has potential and should become at least a serviceable backup, if not more.
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Atlanta Falcons
Round 5 • Pick 38
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Plodding defensive end with traits to garner late-round attention from 4-3 and 3-4 teams. Ogundeji's football frame and play have both improved over the years. He's long and possesses good upper-body strength, which have frequently been physical traits that foreshadow an ability to improve with more coaching on the next level. He needs technique work and a more diversified rush approach. He must find a way to create pocket turmoil since his lack of fluidity and agility are likely to prevent him from making many plays in the run game. A backup role could be his absolute ceiling.
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Atlanta Falcons
Round 5 • Pick 39
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Could see a similar career journey as current Jacksonville Jaguars receiver Jamal Agnew, who transitioned from cornerback to the offensive side of the ball in Detroit, all while thriving as a dangerous return specialist. Williams was a talented high school running back, so a move to a hybrid gadget player with run and pass-catching potential isn't a crazy notion. His lack of size could be exploited as a corner, which will be a concern for teams who prefer not to carry strictly return specialists on their roster. He's athletic and smooth with fluidity to turn, cut or wiggle without losing his speed. He's been a home run hitter as a returner and he's a legitimate threat to block a kick and must be accounted for. Teams would be wise to draft Williams with a late Day 3 selection and figure out where to play him in camp.
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Cincinnati Bengals
Round 6 • Pick 18
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Running back with good size and adequate athletic traits but lacking dynamic or explosive qualities to help him stand out. Evans served a suspension in 2019 and had very few totes in 2020. From 2016 to 2018, he ran to his size and was productive relative to what was asked of him. His pad level and contact balance will create yards after contact and he'll get what is blocked. However, his greatest selling point will be his size and ability to play on third down. Those two things could help rehabilitate his draft stock, but there will be an abundance of competition for the job he will be looking for. It could just be a matter of finding the right place at the right time.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'
- Weight
- 220 lbs
- Arm
- Hand
- Wing
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Tough, sturdy runner with the size and demeanor of an NFL running back. Jackson is well-versed with inside/outside zone, combining quality reads with decisiveness and physicality through the line of scrimmage. He runs with tempo and generally makes reads that get the ball downhill with good timing. However, he lacks speed to threaten the edge and is an average creator. Fumbling has been a major concern and must be corrected. His hands and pass protection both need work in order to play on third downs. Jackson has value as a zone-scheme back who could become productive on the next level.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'3 7/8"
- Weight
- 250 lbs
- Arm
- 34 1/8"
- Hand
- 9 1/2"
- Wing
- 80 1/8"
Production
74.13
Athleticism
65.53
Overall Score
68.94
PLAYER ANALYSIS
High-cut college wingback commonly referred to as a "move tight end." Yeboah isn't big or strong enough to handle in-line blocking duties but might offer enough as a positional blocker to get by in space or on the move. His build-up speed can leave linebackers in trail position and he has big-play capability once he opens up his stride before or after the catch. He's a bit of an enigma as a pass catcher with below-average catch focus, leading to drops on simple throws. However, he possesses above-average ball skills on contested throws downfield. If he can improve a little bit as a blocker or as a pass catcher, he has a chance to become a decent backup.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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Denver Broncos
Round 6 • Pick 35
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
The lack of urgency and inconsistencies as a big pass catcher can be maddening during tape study. Williams is a different receiver in the red zone, where his size and length are huge advantages on jump-ball battles. However, between the 20s, his routes lack salesmanship, he's unable to create separation and he fails to use his size to prevail. Despite some of the flashes and his overall potential, he doesn't have the field demeanor of a player with an NFL-caliber competitive streak. His physical traits are certainly worthy of a Day 3 selection, but he needs to play with more passion if he wants to make it as a long-term pro.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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Baltimore Ravens
Round 3 • Pick 41
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Stephens is big, strong and athletic and his position switch from running back to cornerback two years ago means he should keep improving at his craft. He flashes, but he is still in the very early stages of learning the position. The basic fundamentals of press, route recognition and finding positioning will take time to develop, but his traits make him an intriguing draft and stash developmental prospect. He has special teams coverage potential to help him play right away and he could come off the board on Day 3.
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Round 4 • Pick 24
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Diminutive wideout with blazing speed who can have an impact on the game both short and deep against most defenses. Darden is short and slight, which will keep him off the board for teams who use hard and firm size standards at every position. He can mash the turbo and get to top speed instantly, which could require defenses to play off or offer safety help if he's on the field. He's not a big fan of working into traffic and lacks the size and strength to make contested catches. Despite his smallish frame, his ability to threaten defenses from all three levels is bound to catch a team's attention on Day 3.
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Jacksonville Jaguars
Round 6 • Pick 25
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Camp could be considered a workout warrior after his monster pro day, but that might be underselling him. With just 48 catches and five career touchdowns, there isn't much production to base a draft grade on. He can be his own worst enemy with ragged route breaks that create catch-point congestion, but that is correctable with more teaching and in an offense that allows him to stay on the move. He flashes ball skills and toughness in traffic and his best football could be ahead of him. Camp has rare traits that teams covet when looking for developmental targets on Day 3.
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Detroit Lions
Round 4 • Pick 8
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Throwback body type with broad shoulders as well as thickly muscled arms and legs at inside linebacker. Barnes has seen plenty of action as a three-year starter and has the added experience of learning two different positions. He can improve his technique as a take-on linebacker, but he has the strength to handle the physical aspects of the inside linebacker role. There is a toughness in his mindset that works well for him in hand-to-hand combat, but he needs to play faster to flow cleanly to the ball. If he makes it, his role will likely be as an early-down backup with core special teams duties.
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Minnesota Vikings
Round 4 • Pick 14
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Height, weight and speed all work in his favor, but when the ball is in his hands, there just isn't much about his running style that feels natural. Nwangwu has open-field speed to hit a crease and go, but he's often indecisive with the ball in his hands as he lacks a runner's instincts and fails to anticipate run-lane development. His kick-return talent helps his cause and there are elements of his game that a team may like, but there are just too many underdeveloped aspects to expect him to make a team.
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Las Vegas Raiders
Round 5 • Pick 23
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Athletic cornerback with excellent combination of size and speed for the NFL game. Hobbs has plenty of experience in Cover 3 and press-man techniques. His size and length can be a major factor in wrecking contested catches but he rarely locates the football when phasing downfield. From zone, his foot quickness and athletic ability stand out, but his route recognition and instincts need to improve. His tackle strength is a big plus in his favor, but his game took a step back in 2020, which was a little disappointing. There are enough traits and tools to warrant a Day 3 look.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'3 3/8"
- Weight
- 321 lbs
- Arm
- 32 3/8"
- Hand
- 9"
- Wing
- 79 3/4"
Production
54.21
Athleticism
91.61
Overall Score
68.36
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Hutcherson has good size, can push the weight pile around and will post an impressive vertical leap for a guard, but there should be concerns about his functional football movements. He's good at mauling what is in front of him. He could get even better at it if he improves his hands and finds a little more bend at the point of attack. However, the tape is full of plays where his body control through contact, in space and in pass protection creates significant issues against often average competition across from him. Ultimately, Hutcherson is a phone booth fighter who can fit with inside zone and gap schemes but his success rate as both a run and pass blocker should be in question.
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Indianapolis Colts
Round 7 • Pick 21
PLAYER ANALYSIS
While he's played tackle in the past, Fries is almost certainly locked into the guard role as a pro. He's well-schooled and plays with good technique and quality hand usage, even though he needs to get into opponents a little more quickly. He's not a bulldozer, but does a good job of working to sustain and finish once he gets locked in. Fries is limited athletically, which primarily shows itself with his lack of reactive agility against twists and in his recoveries when beaten by the pass rush. He's just average, but might have enough skill level to find his way into a backup guard role as a Day 3 selection.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'4"
- Weight
- 243 lbs
- Arm
- Hand
- Wing
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Run-blocking tight end with good toughness and grit, although he needs more meat on his bones to stand up to NFL competition at the point of attack. Kampmoyer might need to alter his approach in attacking his initial block, as his hands get to the target a little too slowly for the NFL game. He has good core power and grip strength to battle and create some sustain but needs to prove he can do the same thing as a lead or move blocker. Kampmoyer does his job as a pass catcher, but there's nothing special about that area of his game. He won't uncover against man coverage but respect for his run-blocking ability should open some play-action doors. He has late-round potential as a TE3 for offenses that feature heavy use of 12 personnel groupings.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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Chicago Bears
Round 5 • Pick 7
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Borom's mobility will be judged relative to his position ask by NFL teams. While some teams might be tempted to try him at tackle first, he doesn't appear to have functional lateral movement for pass sets or as a run blocker. If a team can fix his hand placement and get him working inside opponents' frames, we could see a jump in his block sustain and push as a downhill, phone-booth blocker in a power scheme. He creates some movement as a down blocker and teams are usually willing to spend time developing bigger guards with experience at tackle on the collegiate level.
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New York Jets
Round 6 • Pick 16
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Outside cornerback with thin build, good length and solid ball skills to make effective challenges on the football when he's in position. His slim frame can be exploited by bigger wide receivers, not only when stacking him in tight quarters, but also when driving him around the field as a run blocker. He's a linear cover man with tight hips who is best-suited to side-shuffle coverages that allow him to stay on top of the route and drive forward on route turns to maintain his fluidity. Echols has some holes in his coverage but he's an aggressive ball-challenger with elite athletic traits who should be a Day 3 selection.
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 5'10 3/4"
- Weight
- 215 lbs
- Arm
- 31 1/4"
- Hand
- 10"
- Wing
- 74 3/8"
Production
63.40
Athleticism
57.75
Overall Score
60.31
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Knox checks the size box with the physical traits and overall body composition of an early-down running back. His stiff-arm is powerful but it's his strong legs and sturdy base that fuel balance, allowing him to create yards after contact. He plays with above-average feet for his size as an interior runner but that athletic talent is often mitigated by indecisiveness and a lack of vision/trust that has him pulling the run off track when he shouldn't. He can certainly be physical in the open field but has a tendency to anticipate contact when running the gap, which ends up slowing valuable momentum. There is talent and size to work with on all three downs, which could boost his chances of becoming a backup in the league.
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Dallas Cowboys
Round 3 • Pick 21
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Base end prospect for a 4-3 defense with potential to reduce inside for sub-packages. Golston has added good weight on his frame since coming to Iowa, but holding the point of attack and setting a strong edge will be a challenge for him due to his lack of play strength. While his rush off the edge is ordinary, he flashes as a disruptive interior rusher able to slip into gaps and make some noise. There are some physical traits to work with, so he could find work if he can add more strength and keep improving his rush.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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Buffalo Bills
Round 6 • Pick 28
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Has size and length but is missing the speed to handle man coverage down the field. He plays with good instincts and awareness when allowed to play with his eyes forward from off coverage and has adequate ball skills and solid ball production. He might have some man cover potential on tight ends but is more consistent from short zone and can be mismatched in space if asked to play deep. He's an aggressive, willing tackler in run support but he can often be found flying in too hot when filling downhill or missing the mark as an open-field tackler. There are traits and ball production to work with, which could make him a future backup.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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Chicago Bears
Round 6 • Pick 37
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Competitive, high-energy slot with gadget package and punt return talent to help round out his potential roster flexibility. Newsome has work to do before he can be labeled a polished pro prospect. His pass-catching technique is below average and his route-running is a little too unfocused at this time. However, his short-area footwork and ability to alter his route speed provide hope that he can improve quickly in that department. Punt returning could get him on the field quickly depending on where he lands, but his ceiling will be determined by whether or not he grows from being a catch-and-run talent to a well-rounded target.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'
- Weight
- 194 lbs
- Arm
- Hand
- Wing
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Big slot receiver on the next level with average speed but the ball skills to potentially find work as a zone-beater. Stoner is a smooth athlete with good body control once the ball goes up. He's not very sudden and hasn't learned to run crisp routes in order to uncover quickly underneath. His ball skills are fine-tuned with the ability to track and create catch space while battling for 50-50 balls with strong hands. He could be a Day 3 pick or sign as an undrafted free agent, but his size, ball skills and punt return value give him a chance of making a roster.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'2"
- Weight
- 210 lbs
- Arm
- Hand
- Wing
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Interchangeable safety carrying good weight on a long frame. He was tasked with more slot coverage this past season, which worked against him from a ball-production standpoint. He's much more effective breaking downhill than laterally and appears to be better suited in coverage as a split zone safety, where he can range and use his ball skills playing over the top. One concern will be his inconsistency as a last-resort tackler when playing from the post. He's a good tackler and striker near the line of scrimmage, so figuring out how to play him and where to play him could be critical, but he has NFL backup talent and traits.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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Los Angeles Rams
Round 5 • Pick 30
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A 4-3 defensive end with NFL size and power, Brown has a natural sturdiness that shows up through contact. His play features heavy hands and he's generally able to give as good as he gets when it becomes a battle of wills at the point of attack. He lacks desired pursuit range, so his game would really benefit from learning to stack-and-shed the block more quickly so he can jump on top of the ball-carrier. His pass rush is too telegraphed and predictable when attacking off the edge, so developing his rush plan as a sub-package interior rusher will be critical to getting the most out of his potential.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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Houston Texans
Round 5 • Pick 26
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Inside linebacker known for his work ethic, leadership and production for the Horned Frogs. He clearly has the mindset and athletic talent to go hunt for the football. That said, he's not as strong as teams would like when taking on blocks and he's not very instinctive as an open-field tackler. If Wallow can improve his fundamentals as a finisher, it could go a long way in determining his NFL future. He can run and has special teams potential, but his tape was a little disappointing as a third-down linebacker, which could hurt his stock. Wallow should find a home on Day 3 of the draft.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'2 7/8"
- Weight
- 234 lbs
- Arm
- 30 1/4"
- Hand
- 9 3/4"
- Wing
- 74 1/8"
Production
56.77
Athleticism
84.76
Overall Score
70.14
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Newman has raw traits and potential to work with but lacks the experience and consistency to command a team right now. He has the size and athletic ability that many teams are looking for in a quarterback. However, he doesn't respond well when additional points of pressure are added to the box. While he has some dual-threat capabilities, his rushing stats were garnered more through volume than explosiveness. While there are clearly issues to work on, he does have the ability to operate in a variety of offensive looks. Newman could take a significant jump forward if he can get through his reads more quickly and learn to work in rhythm. He has the ceiling of an eventual NFL starter, but his floor is lower than teams might like.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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Indianapolis Colts
Round 4 • Pick 22
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Matchup tight end with acceleration and athleticism to create passing windows and make noise with his yards after catch. He's a little tight getting into breaks, so a scheme that allows him to keep striding throughout the route is preferable. While he offers playmaking potential, the hand-eye coordination looked a bit shaky as a pass catcher. Granson doesn't have the strength to do much blocking near the line of scrimmage, which limits how he can be used, but he might be functional enough from the slot. He has Day 3 potential and intriguing upside.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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PROSPECT INFO
- Height
- 6'3 3/8"
- Weight
- 313 lbs
- Arm
- 33"
- Hand
- 9 7/8"
- Wing
- 80 1/8"
Production
51.72
Athleticism
51
Overall Score
51.18
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Jones has trimmed down during his pre-draft preparations, but whether he is in the 320s or the 340s, he's still going to be pigeonholed as a limited, two-gapping nose in an even or odd front. He has good strength that can be activated as a run stuffer against single blocks, but he's often his own worst enemy with poor hand placement and below-average balance that lands him on the ground too often. There are flashes in his game, but inconsistency against double teams and a lack of rush potential could make him a late-round pick and a low-end backup.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
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