DRAFT TRACKER 2021

Former four-star recruit who initially signed and played with Florida State before a 2018 suspension for dating violence started the process of his departure from the school. While the character will need to be vetted thoroughly, the football potential is clear to see on tape. Ball has just about all of the physical and athletic traits teams could want out of a left tackle, and he brings a finisher's demeanor. He plays with consistent bend and strong hands, but needs to consistently center up on the block to prevent defenders from sliding away. Ball has foot quickness to handle speed rushers and a stiff, jarring punch that can slow the rush plan way down. He needs to mix up his hand attacks and eliminate the leaning and over-setting or he will get countered all day long. From a football-only standpoint, Ball could become an early swing tackle as he acclimates to a jump in competition, but could become a future starter at left tackle.

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.

Hodge will need to prove he can go from a hand-in-the-ground defender to a full-time rush linebacker on the next level. He's a scrappy defender with good lower-body strength but his lack of bend makes it difficult to sit down and set a firm edge against the run. He has very little coverage experience, which might be a concern for 3-4 teams who are considering him. Hodge doesn't have the physical tools to consistently win at the top of the rush, so he will need to further master his rush plan and hope that his motor can make him dangerous enough to find a home either as a late-rounder or free agent.

Explosive athlete with good speed and plenty of edge in his game. McClain-Sapp is best suited to play tighter man coverage, where he can use his foot quickness to stay connected to the routes from snap to whistle. His instincts and eyes are below average, causing him to struggle to read clues and jump routes. He has acceleration to stay with deep routes but rarely finds the football, which is a big concern. His run support is adequate, but he will be flagged at the next level if he continues to make late hits on blocking receivers. The traits will get him a look in a camp.

Beckett's size will take him completely out of consideration for many teams and his pro day testing numbers will do him no favors. Still, he plays with tremendous intensity and desire. He has instant-diagnostic skills, with an ability to weave around bodies and find the runner's point of entry. His lack of coverage consistency is clearly a mark against him, especially for teams pondering a transition into a safety role. He has some natural talent in a variety of areas, but the poor size, speed and testing numbers make him a longshot.