DRAFT TRACKER 2025

Inside linebacker who boasts a burly frame and outstanding pro-day testing numbers. George was a mainstay on special teams during his six-year career, spending only one season (2024) as a full-time starter. He’s inconsistent in making reads and fitting up the run properly, but he’s big and strong. He can leverage his gaps when he’s in position. He’s a build-up runner who lacks the necessary burst to patrol from sideline to sideline, and he’s a liability in coverage. George’s testing, measurables and special-teams experience might appeal to teams, but likely as an undrafted free agent.

Assignment-oriented linebacker and patient tackle-collector from the second level. Lindenberg is long-legged with average play strength but posted explosive athletic-testing numbers last spring. He has trouble taking on blocks and coming out on top, so he might need to become more active at flowing downhill and tilting the odds in his favor. He recognizes blocking schemes and sees clearly into the backfield but allows separation when plays flow wide. He can handle basic zone drops but will be mismatched against route runners. The on-field tape is fairly average, but the traits scream special-teamer with backup potential.

Cooper has NFL size and has played as much football as just about any offensive lineman in the entire draft class, but his limitations might lower the ceiling of his pro potential. His pad level and core strength are issues that keep him from anchoring and sustaining enough. Still, the pass protection was good enough on tape to give him a chance to compete for a roster spot, provided he can eliminate or mitigate the waist-bending.

Defensive tackle with imposing size and intriguing flashes but a relative lack of snap experience for a sixth-year player. His anchor can sink fairly deep against double-teams and he has the length and power to control and shed single blocks. He’s very average athletically but moves with some quickness to tackle inside. Jules holds his own against blockers but struggles with play recognition and consistency. He also offers little success as a rusher. His traits and flashes necessitate a “developmental” label.

Watson can gather and occupy double-teams without losing his gap and is strong enough to shed single blocks fairly quickly. However, he lacks consistency in attacking blocking schemes and controlling blockers with hand quickness as a two-gapper. Watson has the size and strength to play for an odd-front unit as a nose tackle but managing his weight will have to be a priority for the team that adds him.

While the catch numbers might stand out, the real eye-opener is Chism’s blend of play strength and competitiveness. He can make the first tackler miss and will do whatever it takes to pick up yardage. However, his target count was fairly high inside of 10 yards and he played against a lower level of competition relative to what he’ll see in the NFL. His top-end speed doesn't meet league standards for the position and his burst to accelerate is average. He will have plenty to prove in the pros but is worthy of a look on Day 3.

Sixth-year senior with adequate length and solid point-of-attack anchor but a lack of playmaking potential. Gregory is known as a doer and not a talker, with his work easy to find on tape. He combines block-eating, two-gapping power and the ability to discard single blocks with upper-body twitch. He lacks lateral quickness to make plays on the move. There is not much to his pass rush, which hinders his draft value. Still, Gregory can play either interior tackle spot and has a chance to become a two-down backup.

Tight end prospect with a broad upper body, muscular arms and adequate demeanor to block. Bartholomew will primarily function as an in-line tight end but can be set in action as a move blocker when needed. He’s unspectacular as an athlete with soft hands and an average catch radius. His block aggression is admirable, but Bartholomew will need to get stronger and improve his block sustain to make a roster.

Three-year starter with the build and mentality to play nose tackle in odd or even fronts. Toia carries a girthy base and is heavy into first contact. He has the power to give good resistance against all forms of blocks that come his way but a lack of length makes him more of a space eater than a block beater. He pummels single-block protection with violent club moves for sporadic pressures but is unlikely to get home. He’ll need to improve his block recognition and fine-tune his take-on to be his best version of a two-down run defender.

Compact wideout possessing good play strength and average athleticism. Watkins was schemed into favorable downfield opportunities at Ole Miss but is better suited for work as a possession slot receiver in the pros. He lacks speed but does a good job of playing through contact and competing for space. He’s a body-catcher with a poor catch radius but grabs what’s on target and carries the ball like a running back after the catch. Watkins lacks length and explosiveness but his toughness and ability to return punts could give him a puncher’s chance.

Tafuna lacks the traits and production teams look for from interior defenders, but his athletic flashes might be enough to create intrigue. He’s gritty at the point of attack, fighting to neutralize double-teams and down blocks but has a smaller margin for error. He gets around with fluidity and good change of direction when he’s twisting and stunting. He can chase plays down the line. Tafuna is an early-down-only player with some rush qualities that could be developed, but his ceiling is limited.

Undersized linebacker with a revved-up motor and instincts that take him to the action. Reid comes from NFL bloodlines and plays the game with passion. He diagnoses quickly and is focused on getting to where he needs to be, but his lack of size and length will make it hard to leverage his gap as a pro. He’s below average in coverage but shows some instincts and talent as a blitzer. He saw limited reps on special teams but has the motor and play demeanor for the job.

Perimeter wideout with good size and above-average speed to separate as a deep-ball option. Hudson is slick with his press release and tracks the football effectively once it goes up. He can make challenging catches but struggles with focus drops and bringing in off-frame throws over the first two levels. Hudson will need to improve as a route runner before he can be anything more than a field stretcher, but he has the size and athletic profile to be worthy of a Day 3 pick.

Versatile receiver with average size. Mumpfield is average in beating press and his routes are too undisciplined, but he has the instincts and athleticism to run an expanded route tree over the first two levels. He goes from bad focus drop to highly focused contested catch in the same drive. He’s crafty in uncovering, but scouts question his top-end speed and ability to threaten the third level. Mumpfield has modest traits but possesses playmaking elements that could be nurtured with more coaching.

Two-year starter with good height and length but lacking in play strength. He’s not physical from press but he plays long and with twitchy movements to match route breaks or break into the passing lane when reading the quarterback from zone. A lack of long speed could be a concern, though. His instincts are above average and his ball skills are solid. However, big, physical wideouts can create a mismatch against him inside the route, at the catch point and after the catch. Fortune will need scheme help, won’t offer help on special teams and is a liability as a run defender. Consistency and ball production will be critical for him.

Slender 3-4 outside linebacker who is a good athlete but lacks exciting tape. Coleman will struggle to hold his ground against downhill blockers when he’s centered up, but he does a nice job of creating slippery angles to work off the block and find the action. He has some bend at the top of the rush but not enough upfield take-off to really maximize that bend. While his production won’t stand out, he uses active hands and long arms to make the most of his snaps. Coleman has a chance to become an NFL backup.

Powerful interior lineman who proved he belonged in his single season in the SEC after transferring from North Carolina Central. Simpkins is a durable four-year starter with NFL size and guard/center flexibility. His best tape is in the run game, where he pushes defensive tackles against their will and has the athleticism to play in space. He makes good use of his length in pass protection, but he struggles to recognize and adjust to gaming fronts. Simpkins’ size, strength and position flexibility gives him a chance to hear his name called on Day 3.

Stewart played only one season at Jacksonville State after starring at Limestone University, but he maintained his level of performance, posting 1,000-plus rushing yards for the third consecutive year. He’s undersized but processes lane development quickly and is efficient in getting to his action as a runner. He’s below average as a third-down option and his fumbles in 2024 were a concern. He has natural talent as a runner but without better versatility, it will be tough for him to make a roster.

Thomas brings six years of college football experience, with four seasons as a starter, to the league. Possessing adequate size and above-average bend, Thomas is consistent in attacking blockers with excellent pad level and forceful hand strikes, jarring the pads of opponents. He’s fairly predictable and monotonous as a rusher, though. Thomas has the potential to become a rotational, even-front nose tackle with good play strength to challenge run blockers.

Bulky 4-3 defensive end with a strong motor and impressive production but a lack of NFL-ready instincts. Hassanein hasn’t played as much football as other prospects, so he’s still in the process of learning technique and developing play recognition. He comes off the ball with a narrow base but will deliver a good initial pop. The rush production is less a function of skilled play and more a function of play extension and secondary effort. He’s tough but limited and misses a lot of tackles.

Sixth-year senior who is likely to transition from tackle to guard due to a lack of length. Williams has a frame that should accept more muscle mass with additional work and he plays with admirable aggression. He has the athletic qualities move-blocking teams look for and can get to play-side/back-side blocks. His hand placement and pad level frequently leave him at a disadvantage leverage-wise, though, and his pass protection is too reactive, leading to frantic recoveries that lack technique. Williams has developmental potential that might warrant a trip to a practice squad for a look.

Smith is the fastest player on the field. If a cornerback presses him and misses, he better have safety help because Smith averaged 36.5 yards on his 10 career touchdown receptions. He lacks play strength to finish catches when contested and his hands are unreliable, which could lead to NFL quarterbacks losing confidence in him. He could be a tantalizing option for teams looking to take a chance on his speed late in the draft, but his ball skills are unlikely to improve enough for him to become a long-term option.

Inconsistent wideout with good size and play strength but a lack of quality production. Collins looks the part physically and plays like a well-schooled receiver. He has average vertical speed and runs first- and second-level routes with adequate cut quickness. He lacks trustworthy hands and is inconsistent in becoming catch-ready on anticipation throws but plays to his size when contested. Durability issues, poor hands and a lack of high-level production might be enough for some teams to write him off, but he has enough talent for a look in camp.

Well-built kicker with the leg strength to match his frame. Davis handled kickoff duties at Texas A&M before transferring to Ole Miss, where he handled all kicking chores. He is able to generate power without sacrificing lift (field goals) or hang time (kickoffs) and hits the ball with fairly consistent flight. The knock on Davis will be his lack of experience relative to other draftable kickers, but he has a skill set that will put him in play for teams who are kicker-needy.

Developmental project coming from the basketball world and attempting to prove he can stick in football. With only 57 career snaps, there will obviously be an emphasis on fundamentals and technique early in his career. His ball skills are natural, though, and his athleticism is a huge plus. He’s a likely practice squad stash early in his career, but we’ve seen a number of hoopers make the transition over the years. Lohner could be the next in line if he proves he has the toughness for the NFL game.

Compact runner who is light on explosiveness but heavy on production and consistency. The more film you watch, the more you realize how rare it is to see Kiner brought down by the first tackler. He can slink around solid contact or pinball off of it for additional yardage. He’s not super fast, but he runs with unchanging pace and a downhill tilt. Kiner is functional in the passing game but he’s not a third-down back and has no real special teams experience. He maximizes each carry to the best of his ability but lacks the burst and athleticism to survive behind a subpar line.

Sixth-year senior who shows a strong desire to get downhill and set the tone as a striker. Despite his aggression, he’s more effective in coverage than he is as a run defender. He’s responsive to route combinations and is detail-oriented in his coverage but has athletic limitations that appear to limit on-ball production. He lacks the hand usage to keep himself clean as a run defender, which will need to change if he wants to make a team as a backup safety and core special-teams option.

Pace offers solid instincts and field vision but lacks a true position fit. While his versatility helped him in college, NFL teams might see him as more of a “tweener” than a “hybrid” player. He lacks size and strength as a linebacker and could struggle with man coverage. After the ball is snapped, Pace is typically where he needs to be and is at his best in zone coverage, where he can squeeze throwing windows. His best chance could come as a nickel linebacker and full-time special-teamer.

Tackle/guard prospect who might be caught between the two positions. Kilty operates with good timing and placement with his hands but he has short arms and lacks range/recovery in pass sets. He’s not explosive into first contact but does a nice job of latching in with his hands and driving his legs through the whistle. He’s below average athletically, which shows up in both phases, and plays with a lack of knee bend that could create significant leverage concerns if he slides inside to guard.

Inside linebacker who makes up for his lack of size with good play strength and non-stop energy. Mascarenas-Arnold is instinctive but patient in allowing plays to develop without overrunning them. His hustle will get him to a lot of plays but inconsistent pursuit angles and missed tackles are part of the package. He has the tools to cover on third downs but needs to play with better discipline in that area. His special-teams potential, production and field demeanor give him a chance to compete for a roster spot.

Sixth-year senior and two-time team captain with average size but positional flexibility. Cox plays with measured steps to track his block in space and does a nice job of running his feet through contact as a helper. He strains through the block but has trouble keeping a heads-up nose tackle from playing past him or shedding him off his base. Cox’s shorter arms and inconsistent instincts against rush games will make it difficult for him to keep his A-gaps protected and will be concerning for offensive line coaches.

Ponder rushes with effort, adequate footwork and some skill in his hands. He doesn't make anywhere near the impact he should create as a run defender relative to his physical tools and level of competition, but he has the ability to work around blockers. Ponder’s get-off and movement skills fit the NFL game, but he might need more polish to make it beyond a practice squad as a 3-4 outside linebacker.

Sixth-year senior with fluid feet and above-average athleticism. Cypress is slender-framed and will get jostled around in physical matchups. He’s explosive but doesn’t have the instincts and decisiveness to make enough plays on the football. He’s experienced in both man and zone coverages, and he might have the quickness to bump inside. His issues as a tackler could be a problem for teams considering him as a nickelback, though.

Productive three-year starter with the frame and physicality of a throwback banger. Mauigoa is limited athletically but works around it using his football intelligence and feel for blocking schemes. He’s proactive downhill but too slow to patrol sideline to sideline and lacks the agility to tackle shifty runners in space. He’s too limited for third-down duties as a pro, so he’ll have to prove he’s a capable backup as a two-down run thumper and quality special-teams player.

Zone-scheme center with below-average play strength but a good feel for getting to his blocks on the move. Hartwig can improve his engagement power with better hand work but will never be the guy to neutralize or move bodies in front of him. He can get to his landmarks laterally and is patient and accurate when working up to linebackers. Hartwig is average in pass protection and will need to prove he can hold up against bull-rushers. He’s a pesky run blocker when he’s on the move but his limitations narrow his list of potential landing spots.

Experienced guard with the measurables to get a longer look from NFL teams. Conner has a broad, well-built frame and his natural power is evident when he lands with some momentum. He played well against Michigan’s Mason Graham and Kenneth Grant, but a lack of athleticism makes him scheme-dependent. His size impedes static pass rushers looking to push the pocket, but he’s ill-equipped to match the movements of an active rusher. Conner is above average as a run blocker, but he might be too overmatched athletically to make it long-term.

Undersized even-front nose tackle whose 2023 tape is so disruptive that it could draw the focus for teams creating his projection. He’s small but plays with leverage and a twitchy discard when playing fast. He’s a nuisance when allowed to stunt or slant but gets rolled out of the gap by power if the opposition catches him flush. He’s a problem as a rusher with loose limbs and sudden feet to work both edges. He is talented in getting by blockers at the junction point and heating up the interior. Some of the production dropped in 2024, but he might be a fun sub-rush piece as a late or undrafted backup nose tackle in a one-gapping scheme.

Aggressive, downhill safety prospect who will likely have to shine on special teams to make a roster. Gifford is very physical in man coverage against tight ends underneath but lacks the instincts and cover talent to extend his coverage on the back end. While he’s productive near the line of scrimmage in run support, he will take suspect angles and allow runners to slip through his grasp a little too frequently. Gifford is capable of competing for a role as a core special-teams prospect, provided a team is comfortable with him as a backup box safety.

Waxter is big, strong and aggressive. He plays with a great deal of intensity and passion. He’s limited in man coverage, relying more on his physicality than his footwork, but his coverage experience will be beneficial. He’s very physical in attacking catch points, blockers and running backs as a downhill player. He has the size and toughness for a move to safety but needs to clean up inconsistencies as a tackler and stand out on special teams.

Fifth-year senior and two-year starter with the testing numbers and 2024 ball production to earn late-round consideration. Roberts was above average in speed, quickness and explosion testing, and that will flash on tape. He’s physical by nature but inconsistent with his angles in pursuit, a shortcoming that proved very costly to Marshall in its 2024 loss to Ohio State. While he has the means to get to the football as a high safety, his lack of ball skills prevent him from flipping the field as often as he should.

Brooks posted a career year at Louisville in 2024 after three seasons at Alabama. He has good size and average speed. He’s a decent athlete with the length and ball skills to have success downfield. He’s not going to outrun many NFL corners on a sprint and he’s too tight-hipped to uncover with his route-running, which is one reason for so many contested catches. The touchdown production and yards per catch are favorable, but Brooks might have to fight for a back-end spot on a roster. 

Harris is a long-framed cornerback who majored in zone coverages at Iowa. He plays with instinctive eyes and good ball skills when moving forward. However, he falls well below the mark for top-end speed and is not built for extensive man coverage. He’s leggy in his change of direction and needs better technique as a wrap-up tackler. When healthy, he’s been a quality starter, but his age, timed speed and the perception he’s a “zone only” corner could work against him.

Height, length and speed are all check marks in Davis’ favor. His rare blend of length, elite speed and foot quickness will be enticing to a team late in the draft or as a priority free agent. He’s still very unrefined as a route-runner and needs to improve his play strength and catch consistency. While there are issues to work through, his ability to separate and stretch the field creates an intriguing ceiling.

Versatile offensive lineman with impressive football intelligence and quality pass protection. Monheim has started at guard, tackle and center, but a lack of functional length narrows the focus on where he could take snaps at the next level. He plays with punch quickness and accurate hands but will get beat by longer rushers and a two-gapping nose tackle. He fits up blocks on time, but won’t get much push or displacement. He does excellent work identifying fronts and communicating with teammates, which will endear him to coaches, but Monheim might not create enough plus reps against NFL opponents to make his mark.

Sixth-year senior coming off of a productive run at Washington State and Texas Tech in the past two seasons. Kelly has experience playing inside and outside, but the lack of vertical speed he showed on tape popped up again at the NFL Scouting Combine when he ran a 4.70 40-yard dash. Kelly put a few highlight catches on tape. However, he lacks separation quickness to lose man coverage and figures to see a higher percentage of contested looks as a pro. He has adequate hands and is tough working into traffic, but his lack of functional speed will make it tough for him to stick on a roster.

Shorter edge defender and 36-game starter with a compact frame and good length for his size. Rucker has adequate first-step quickness as a move defender but struggles to play around big bodies and gets pushed around at the point. He's a confident pass rusher with little wasted motion and a feel for bypassing protection when he gets to an edge. However, he has average go-to moves and counters. He’s a detailed tackler and finishes the job at a high rate. Rucker has high character and adequate career production, but he will need to fight hard to slot in as a designated rusher in a 3-4 defense.

Three-year starter with a below-average athletic profile but plenty of aggression as an open-field striker and run supporter. Jackson’s instincts aren’t sharpened enough to make up for his lack of man-cover quickness and speed deficiencies. He’s more comfortable near the line of scrimmage covering Y tight ends and playing short zone. He’s an enforcer over the middle and is a salty run supporter as a defender in the box. There are limitations to work around, but his size, physicality and special-teams value give him a chance as a box safety or undersized linebacker.

Two-year starter at Cincinnati with a burly body type and a lack of natural fluidity. Kandra possesses a strong core and adequate base, but he’s a waist-bender who struggles with balance and positioning. He doesn’t explode into contact and will have trouble removing defenders from his gaps. His punch is firm and adequately timed but defending twists and mirroring athletic rushers will be a challenge.

Instinctive outside corner with impressive ball production. Dotson has adequate NFL size and a good feel for reading routes underneath, but he struggles to stay connected if the play travels beyond the first level. He has good instincts and eyes in zone coverage. He triggers on throws with efficiency and ballhawking angles to take it away. He lacks speed and could struggle making plays downfield. Dotson’s size, instincts and ball production will earn him consideration from zone teams, but playing in the league will require improved tackling and a specific scheme fit.

Mafah runs hard and keeps the carry on track. He is big and tight-hipped with a linear running style that gathers momentum as the run proceeds. He’s tough but clunky as an interior runner with a lack of vision and wiggle to find additional yards if there isn’t a wide-open lane. Mafah might need to prove himself on special teams to offer enough roster flexibility to make it as an RB3.