DRAFT TRACKER 2022

A gentleman in class and killer on the grass, Ekwonu goes from amiable to angry once he steps foot on the field. He's a long-limbed athlete and scheme-diverse run blocker with the potential to win with positioning or force. He has a highlight reel full of violent strikes and finishes but needs to cut his aggression with a little more control. The pass protection has seen rough patches over the last two years and that might continue until his hands and feet start working in unison. Punch timing and independent hands should bring immediate improvement, but getting him to play with better focus and control in his pass sets will take time. The football character and urgent field demeanor make it easier to grade the traits and anticipate him landing closer to his ceiling than his floor as either a guard or tackle.

Runner with adequate size, below-average cut quickness and impressive contact balance. Knight has spent most of his time handling zone carries at North Carolina State but might be a better fit in gap and power schemes. He lacks creativity and isn't aggressive enough as a run finisher but does absorb contact well while carrying forward for additional yardage. The running back profile isn't that exciting but his pass-catching potential and kick-return ability could improve his chances.

Wide receiver with good size and impressive talent for tracking and creating positioning on deep throws. His ball skills and toughness before and after the catch will not be doubted, but he lacks juice and the route running can be uninspiring. Emezie is likely to see a consistent level of contested catches on all three levels when matched against tight man coverage. The size, ball skills and catch instincts give him a fighting chance but improved route running will be critical.

Punter with good size but an average leg and mediocre control by NFL standards. He has the physical tools, but lacks consistency with his coffin-corner kicks and distance with his open-field punting. Gill improved over the second half of the season and will need to continue on that path to make an NFL roster.