DRAFT TRACKER 2022
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New Orleans Saints
Round 2 • Pick 17
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Long-limbed cornerback with the size and top-end speed for bump-and-run duties on bigger targets. He also has the length and anticipation for teams emphasizing Cover 2/Cover 3. He's confident and feisty but allows separation from off-man coverage due to his high-cut frame and leggy transitions. He does a nice job of reading quarterbacks and making his way to the throw but his burst to close is slightly below average and might offer limited pass-breakup production. Taylor is a dependable backup with eventual starting potential whose special teams talent could push him ahead of similar cornerbacks.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
NFL Analyst
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Las Vegas Raiders
Round 5 • Pick 32
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Defensive lineman who isn't a pure one-gapper or two-gapper, but has enough play strength and athleticism to operate in either capacity. Butler plays more stoutly than his top-heavy frame might indicate. His blend of body control and grit allow him to reverse course against block sustain and get back into the play. He's not overly explosive up the field but has enough edge rush and secondary effort to become a nuisance from time to time. Butler should step into a rotational role early in his career before competing for a spot as a starting three-technique for a 4-3 unit.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
NFL Analyst
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Carolina Panthers
Round 6 • Pick 21
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PLAYER ANALYSIS
Offensive line prospect with five-position experience, a broad frame and good overall strength. He has good length and can play square against bigger, odd-front defenders, which is extremely valuable at center. He needs to stay under his pads and play with a wider base on a more consistent basis. However, he has drive-blocking talent and should benefit from his pass protection experience. Mays has the potential to become a starting center in time.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
NFL Analyst
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Chicago Bears
Round 3 • Pick 7
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Special-teams specialist with good size. Despite spending six seasons in college between his time at USC and Tennessee, Jones has very modest production as a wideout, but flashed potential in that area in 2021. He's fearless with the ball in his hands after the catch and as a kick returner. He's not a very fundamentally sound route-runner but might not need to be if teams view him as a catch-and-run specialist in the quick game underneath. Jones has a chance to ride his special teams versatility into a specialist spot on a roster.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
NFL Analyst
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Tennessee Titans
Round 6 • Pick 26
PLAYER ANALYSIS
Impressive pro day tester with good size, length and leadership qualities. Jackson's college versatility is less likely to translate into the league, as he lacks the short-area quickness to match routes in man coverage and isn't aggressive enough to play run support at safety. The traits have scouts' attention, but finding a long-term spot will be a challenge.
BY LANCE ZIERLEIN
NFL Analyst
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