DRAFT TRACKER 2026

Productive two-year starter at Incarnate Word after transferring from Hawaii. Walthall is an explosive athlete with a second gear as a vertical target. He needs coaching to develop his press release and more route polish to find increased separation as a pro. He has a good feel near the boundary and makes acrobatic catches but lacks ideal hand strength to secure catches through contact. Walthall has tools to tinker with but it’s unclear if he can handle the step up in competition that awaits him.

Gushiken is extremely fast with above-average balance and change-of-direction quickness in man coverage. He can stay relatively sticky to routes at all three levels. He does lose track of the clues quarterbacks provide at times, which helps explain his average ball production relative to his athletic ability. He’s compact, tough and willing in run support but will still give way to size on occasion. Overall, Gushiken is scheme-diverse as a nickelback. He has enough cover talent and special-teams value to compete for a roster spot.

From a traits standpoint, Kamara might not be as exciting as other late-round hopefuls, but his tape is likely more physical and consistent. He’s very rugged and gets right to his action on each snap. He’s not sudden but consistently works around blockers using harmonious hands and feet. He lacks length and is below average taking on blocks at the point. He has some closing burst in his rush, but the get-off and counter work is average. Kamara has physical limitations, but he knows how to play ball and has toughness that will appeal to NFL teams.

Pass-catching tight end whose father, Russell, was the No. 1 overall pick of the 1991 NFL Draft and spent 10 years in the league. Maryland’s acceleration into the route is average and he coasts vertically instead of driving to separate. He runs routes with adequate leverage and breaks them off at crisp angles. He has the catch radius and body adjustments to make spectacular catches, but he needs to bring in contested tries at a higher rate. As a subpar run blocker, Maryland must elevate his play as a pass-catcher to compete for a roster spot as an “F” tight end.

Compact and twitchy, Banks is an inside linebacker with explosive athletic traits but uneven execution. He can trigger instantly from his perch and has plus range from sideline to sideline. However, he plays with too much wasted movement when diagnosing and flowing to the football. He does an excellent job of slipping blocks without sacrificing gap leverage and is a wrap-up tackler. He can get hung up on take-ons and will void zone coverages at inopportune times, though. Inconsistency is an issue but his explosiveness and special-teams potential give him a chance to make a roster.

Donaldson is a big-time run finisher with good touchdown production. He’s a tunnel-vision runner with good power but doesn’t work beyond the assigned gap very often, regardless of what is in front of him. He looked a little more dynamic against Big 12 competition during his three seasons at West Virginia, but he profiled as more of a downhill hammer at Ohio State in 2025. He’s ordinary on third down in protection and out of the backfield. Donaldson profiles as a potential RB3 with short-yardage value who could handle a heavier workload if asked.

Seventh-year senior with enticing disruption potential but only a single season of meaningful production. Hunt primarily played the 5-technique in Cincinnati’s odd front, but he’s suited for work as a penetrating nose tackle in an even front. He’s a plus athlete with quickness to beat blockers to the spot and dart into gaps or around base blocks. He has the foot quickness to test the gap-to-gap range of a center when aligned inside. His age, production and injury history might hurt his draft chances, but his style of play and athletic ability give him a chance to compete as a rotational, one-gapping nose tackle.

Jacobs is a plus athlete with good range and an ability to finish tackles at a high rate in the open field. He’s better on the move and off the line, where he can slip blocks and chase runners. He’s average at diagnosing the action and struggles to take on/get rid of blockers who head his way. Jacobs has the athleticism for coverage but needs to become more proactive in zone to make more plays on the ball. His experience on special teams bolsters his chances of making a roster as a backup Will ‘backer.

Slightly undersized but wearing good muscle mass, Konga is built for life as a one-gapping 3-technique. His testing numbers were eye-popping, but his career production does not align with the athletic traits. He has good first-step quickness to challenge gaps but is unable to withstand a stout drive-blocker or double-team looks. A right-handed club is his go-to rush move but it feels like there is more meat on the bone as a pass rusher for a team willing to make development a priority. Konga might need to prove himself as a situational rusher to land a spot on an NFL roster.

Three-year starter whose instincts and play strength might not be able to cover for his athletic limitations in space. Bissainthe has no issues diagnosing plays and recognizing blocking schemes, but he gets too caught up in attacking blocks instead of working efficiently to the runner. He has good straight-line speed but he’s also a tight-hipped, linear mover who struggles to break down and play with functional agility as an open-field tackler. He’ll be much better in zone than he will in man coverage. Bissainthe’s ceiling is limited, but special-teams experience gives him a chance to stick on a roster.

Four-year starter who is built for wide zone and long pulls. Wade is hyper-athletic but a little undersized and lacks the desired play strength. He can get into space and adjusts to moving targets to help spring explosive runs, but he will struggle to neutralize opponents as a gap-scheme blocker. He has quick eyes and can mirror athletic rushers. He will give way to force once he gets behind in the rep, though. Wade is scheme-dependent, which could limit his suitors, but cross-training at center might improve his odds for success.

Zvada figures to be a challenging evaluation for special-teams coaches. His 84% make rate from 50 yards and beyond might be overshadowed by his inconsistencies with mid-range and shorter kicks. In a league where makes from mid-range to deep are now expected, consistency from inside the 40 is absolutely demanded. If Zvada finds his 2024 form and stays there, he will pick up a spot on an NFL roster.

Four-year kicker with an explosive delivery but inconsistent results. Stevens clearly has the leg to create lift and distance, but his ball striking was inconsistent at times, as he missed three of his kicks from 40-49 yards last season. He handles kickoff duties and is able to run, cover and tackle when needed. The physical tools are there to be drafted but he needs to become more consistent to stick around long-term.

Part-time starter with desirable traits and aggression. Burke is a bit of a “tweener” who might fit more cleanly as an odd-front end once he fills out his frame. His rush is too heavily reliant on effort to consistently produce pressure on the pro level. As a run defender, he attacks blocks with leveraged strikes and does a nice job of creating separation to pursue the ball. He needs to play with much better bend and a firmer anchor, though. Burke still needs refinement and bulk, but his traits could land him a backup role as a Day 3 pick.

Hudson’s steady production at SMU mirrors what shows up on tape. He’s built for boundary “X” receiver work, but he wasn’t often tested by quality press or sticky man coverage. He flashes the athleticism to run a more robust route tree. However, his technique needs refinement, and his lack of speed prevents him from separating at an NFL-caliber level. He's above average at tracking and adjusting to 50/50 balls, but he will see a high rate of contested tries. He’s an underrated “add yards” option, as he’s shown he can slither and slam his way into extra yardage. Hudson is a consistent, competitive finisher who needs to prove he can create pro-level throwing windows to settle in as a WR4/5 option.

A hulking sixth-year senior, Braun comes from a family of athletes and lettered in tennis in high school. He’s a good athlete for his size with the ability to hit back-side cutoffs and make reasonable pull blocks. However, he lacks knee-bend for drive leverage and plays with disappointing strain/finish in-line. Braun is fairly effective using his size and length to disrupt the rush but twitchy interior rushers and gaming fronts will cause trouble for him. The traits alone should get him drafted but he needs to ramp up the grit level against NFL competition.

After three unproductive years at Auburn, Brown put his impressive ball skills on display during a very productive season at Georgia Southern. He lacks top-end speed and attention to detail as a route-runner. He does, however, have access to good initial burst and wins when contested at an elite rate. Brown displays ideal ball skills and body control on fades and deep throws. He catches with good hand extension. Despite his strong 2025 season at Georgia Southern, Brown’s lack of production against SEC competition during his time at Auburn could create doubt for some teams.

Roberts is a two-time captain who has stair-stepped his production in each season at BYU. He has good size and adequate speed but won’t be an NFL separator on deep throws. He runs routes with good disguise and above-average technique. He lacks foot quickness for easy press release but has the footwork necessary to get in and out of breaks cleanly over the first two levels. He plays tough through contact and is an above-average combat-catch winner. He’s slow to gain positioning on 50/50s downfield, though. Roberts is an older prospect, which could impact his draft slotting, but he has the size and talent to make a roster.

Broad-framed four-year starter during stints at Troy and North Carolina. King is a scheme-dependent right guard with the pure power to displace opponents and clear downhill run lanes. His effectiveness plummets when asked to venture beyond what is in front of him. He has the size, length and anchor to sit firm against a bull-rush, but athletic rushers with functional counters might always be his nemesis. King displayed improved technique, but his level of pro success could be tied directly to playing at a lighter weight to improve his short-area quickness.

Sobkowicz’s production stands out, but his pro-day speed was disappointing and he needs to refine his route-running. His elite short-area change of direction could allow him to run more complex routes from the slot if a team decides to give him a shot inside. He’s not fast but his touchdown production and certain elements of his athletic profile give him a chance of being drafted late on Day 3.

Singleton is a big, long safety best suited for condensed spaces. He sees the field with clear eyes in zone and is assignment-oriented when matching up on tight ends. He isn’t quick enough to stay in phase with NFL wideouts and lacks the instincts/closing burst to consistently finish on the football from depth. It makes sense to play him near the line in run support, as his downhill pursuit angles are often frenetic and come at too high a risk. Special-teams value could be the key to him making a roster as a fourth safety.

Fifth-year senior with a long, lanky frame that is ill-suited for block take-ons and gap constriction as a run defender. Projecting Gentry into an NFL role requires a belief he can gain and maintain more muscle mass and upper-body strength. He can get lost in man coverage at times, but his long limbs are very intimidating when he’s roaming in zone. He has above-average blitz potential off the edge with a big closing burst. Gentry has late-round potential but might need a developmental year to gain the requisite size and strength.

King will enter camp as a 25-year-old rookie after spending three years apiece at Texas A&M and Georgia Tech. He’s a long-legged, dual-threat quarterback who displayed admirable resilience in becoming a productive, winning player after suffering through unmet expectations at Texas A&M. He’s a grit-and-guts passer with subpar footwork and mechanics, but he finds ways to make plays when needed. He’s not nearly the passer he needs to be for the pro game, but his talent as a runner and mental toughness could give a boost to his chances.

Undersized center prospect with NFL bloodlines, admirable grit and above-average intelligence. Brockermeyer has the technique and core strength to fight as a downhill blocker but his impact in the run game is likely to be limited to occupying/neutralizing. In protection, his success rate climbs against pure bull-rushers thanks to his hand usage and protection know-how. However, a lack of length will limit his ability to redirect athletic rushers if they find his edge. Brockermeyer was outstanding at the Senior Bowl, but he’s a one-position player, so he’ll have to fight hard for a roster spot.

Fifth-year senior with enough flashes to warrant a longer look. Loving has average size and short arms but his elite testing numbers are evident on tape. He has knock-back pop and can stall out single blocks while giving a good fight against double-teams. He can be a step slow in shedding blocks and will find himself engulfed when he’s not first in with his hands. His foot quickness and rare acceleration allow him to burst to ball-carriers and quarterbacks at a high rate of speed. Loving’s rush is fueled by athleticism over skill and he’ll need to improve the latter to win at a higher rate in the league. He has late-round potential and could surprise in a roster battle.

M’ba’s evaluation will hit a wall with some teams due to his age (will be a 27-year-old rookie), but he’ll be seen as a development prospect with intriguing power by others. Tight hips and a lack of take-on technique create inconsistencies with contact balance and anchor. M’ba does an admirable job of competing against blockers using brute force and determination. There will be lane-clogging potential as a rotational nose tackle if he improves his technique.

Kitselman has good size and will play as a connected tight end on the next level. He needs to play with better hand placement and pad level, but he’s willing to put in work in-line or as a move blocker. He has above-average play speed in space and showed an ability to run a variety of routes. He has enough speed to stress man coverage into the second level. His separation underneath is average, though. Drops, double-catches and issues securing contested throws were evident in 2025. Kitselman has Day 3 draft value and could find work as a TE3/4.

A slender, fifth-year senior cornerback, Harvey’s lack of size could force him inside to nickelback. He has tight hips and can be too eager to chase route fakes, but he does a nice job of staying phased up with vertical routes. He’s outmuscled inside the route and down the field. From zone, he can identify and close with quickness. He’s irritating to receivers when allowed to play the catch point. Harvey is willing in the run game but takes heavy punishment when throwing his body at runners to make a tackle. Harvey has a chance to be drafted, but making a roster will be challenging.

Henderson is a skilled and instinctive runner with good size, but he might lack the explosiveness to reach his full potential. His excellent vision, footwork and play strength make him effective inside. He has a rare feel for space in the open field, helping him evade tacklers. He could struggle on wide runs, though, as his lack of burst is likely to condense the field for him. He's a poor pass-catcher but a tough pass protector who can contribute on kick coverage. Henderson will require the right scheme fit to become a contributor in the pros.

Herron is a traits-based projection with just two years of FBS experience. He has NFL size and length but the fundamentals and technique are far from finished products. He lacks initial quickness/bend to fit blocks with leverage and generate drive. In pass pro, he must become more active and aggressive with his hands, whether punching or latching into rushers to prevent secondary effort. He figures to show quick improvement if he can receive concentrated coaching. Herron could be drafted late but without more grit and finishing ability, it will be hard to persevere against NFL competition.

Lucas is an edge defender with NFL size and length but a disappointing lack of collegiate production. His play is more gradual than twitchy. He lacks explosiveness up the field as a rusher and into first contact as a run defender. He plays with occasional flashes, but hints of hesitation in both phases prevent him from sustaining those flashes. There are physical traits and athletic ability to work with but there isn’t enough on tape to project Lucas will stick on a roster.

Smith’s instincts and production work in his favor, but a lack of length and sustained speed could raise questions. He mirrors well and can turn/run from press, but he struggles with control and timing in off-man transitions. He anticipates well when playing with his eyes forward and has an adequate burst to close. However, short arms will require tighter coverage to bring that ball production to the pros. Smith needs to prove himself a reliable tackler in run support and a capable man matchup option against NFL speed whether he’s aligned outside or inside at nickelback.

Wright started 32 games over five seasons (three years at USC, two at Nebraska). He has adequate size and length. He’s experienced from the slot and outside. He lacks ideal athleticism, fluidity and speed to stay connected to NFL route-runners as a man-cover corner. He has enough anticipation and football smarts to operate at an adequate level from zone, though. He’s capable in run support but needs to become a much better open-field tackler. Wright has a chance to be drafted, but he might need to play in a zone-heavy scheme to compete for a roster spot.

Slone plays with a red-hot urgency that is rarely matched by opponents. He’s a stand-up edge rusher with good play recognition. He challenges blocks with aggressive first actions but makes hunting the football the priority. While he’s a capable combatant at the point of attack, his lack of range and short-area agility could limit his impact as a playmaker. Slone’s energy and relentlessness fuel his secondary rush but he lacks the skill of a productive NFL rusher. Special-teams standout might be his route to a roster spot.

Sheffield is a smallish slot receiver with the speed to challenge defenses on all three levels. He plays fast and has the ability to uncover at an even higher rate over the first two levels with improved route work. In terms of his ball skills, he vacillates between impressive contested grabs and disappointing focus drops. Sheffield’s explosiveness and punt-return potential give him a shot as a backup slot, but his lack of size could limit the amount of suitors willing to give him a long look.

Gusta has adequate size and good power but he’s not a true gap-control nose tackle and lacks production from a stem-heavy front. He’s an active, effort-based defender who is capable of fighting for his space against single blocks, but his take-on against double teams is average. First-step quickness and violent hands can create pocket pressure despite a low career sack total, though. Gusta has a chance to fight for a spot as a 1-technique.

Compact runner lacking ideal size and athleticism for the position. Booth processes run-lane development with adequate quickness and is a solid decision-maker when it’s time to find his lane. He has straight-line speed to threaten the corner but lacks wiggle or power to create for himself. Booth carries some third-down value, but it might not be enough for him to lock down a roster spot in the pros.

Lemieux is very athletic and will have no issues as a pulling center or in getting to his landmarks on outside zone. He’s low-cut and can fit up blocks with leverage but needs to add more bulk. His pass protection is a concern -- even inside. He will need to improve his footwork and patience in order to protect at a functional level as a pro.

Nwokobia is a down safety with nickelback potential. He’s coming off left shoulder surgery, which prevented him from testing at his pro day. He can handle some man coverage underneath and is opportunistic from zone coverages. He lacks ideal cover talent and range for extended man coverage or single-high asks, though. He’s an adequate run supporter and tackler near the line but needs to improve his finishing rate on receivers after the catch. Nwokobia might not be drafted, but he has the ability to compete for a practice squad spot.

Roberts is a powerful guard-only prospect with elite body composition but technique that falls below the NFL mark. He has legendary weight-room strength that will flash on tape, but he struggles to play under control and cleanly fit blocks. Quick losses populate the tape as often as good wins. Roberts isn’t a bad athlete, but he lacks bend and body control that sees him end up off-balance too often in both phases. His pass protection can be improved with better patience and posture, but the mental busts could be a problem. Roberts’ traits give him a chance. Sticking with a team might be a challenge, though.

When healthy, Catalon has been an impactful starter, but he's a seventh-year senior with an extensive injury history. He plays with physicality near the line and is an imposing hitter. He shows good field awareness and ball skills but lacks vertical speed and ideal length. Special-teams cover talent gives him a boost but his age and injury history could be stumbling blocks.

McMurray is a fifth-year senior and nickel cornerback with slightly below-average size but adequate quickness. He’s a trustworthy tackler in run support and plays with consistent toughness. McMurray tends to play reactive football in zone coverage and can be a step slow in shading break points from off man. He lacks anticipation and instincts, limiting his on-ball opportunities. Teams will like his wiring but his lack of size and ball skills hurt his chances.

Ott offers solid vision and a feel for setting up his blockers for success. His athletic profile, however, is lacking and his production declined sharply in his final two college seasons. He’s tight-hipped with slow change of direction and lacks the foot quickness/acceleration needed to elude closing tacklers in the NFL. He’s an adequate pass-catcher, but he’s not trustworthy in pass protection. Ott’s feel for lane choices along the interior doesn’t make up for his lack of quickness and burst.

Instinctive safety prospect with impressive interception production in 2025. Moore reads his keys and plays with good discipline for proper positioning as a split-field safety. He shades coverage according to the quarterback’s eyes and has above-average ball skills when contesting. He’s an average athlete, lacking agility and speed, and struggles matching receivers. He will face major obstacles in pursuing and tackling NFL runners in the open field. Moore plays with heavy pads and his football IQ is a plus, but his athletic deficiencies could be tough to overcome.

Despite his lack of size, Coats has proven to be an extremely combative cornerback who fights hard for every inch of the workspace. He turns 25 this summer, which could hurt his draft chances, but the tape is solid. He possesses good speed and quick feet. He plays with sound awareness/instincts in both man and zone. Coats’ lack of length appeared to create anxiety on some deep throws, which led to pass interference penalties, but that issue could be mitigated with a move inside to nickel. Coats might not be drafted, but his competitive nature deserves a look by a pro team.

A four-star recruit who spent his first five seasons at Ohio State, Melton finally came into his own during his lone year at Virginia in 2025. He has the measurables of an NFL edge rusher with good size and length. He needs more reps at the position, though. His explosiveness is average, but he plays with good awareness and works his way into the action. Melton is an average bender who does an adequate job of setting up his rush with foot fakes. He lacks high-upside traits as a rusher but should continue improving with better hand usage.

Sixth-year senior with three seasons of steady play and production for the Ducks. Whittington is a downhill runner who plays behind his pads and takes care of the football along the interior. He lacks speed to widen the field and fluidity to create for himself when there is no clear point of entry. He’s tough and relatively decisive, with a knack for falling forward and adding yards through physicality. Whittington’s age and lack of true third-down value might work against him in his pursuit of a roster spot.

Rucci is a tall, long right tackle prospect who made his mark at Penn State in the last two years after three uneventful seasons at Wisconsin. He has a proportional frame with room for more muscle mass, which will be important to add due to his lack of ideal play strength and anchor. His footwork and punch timing are too inconsistent at this time but could be correctable with more work. He’s an average athlete in pass protection but shows quality initial quickness to compete for his landmarks on wide-zone calls. Rucci’s size, bloodlines (father, Todd, spent eight seasons in the NFL) and upside could make him a late-round target.

Fifth-year senior with three years of starting experience between Florida State and LSU. Payton is a linear mover with long limbs and adequate foot quickness. He lacks decisiveness at the point of attack and will struggle to stand firm against NFL drive blockers. Payton has enough burst to create opportunities at the corners, provided he continues to refine his hand work. His inside rush transitions are fluid and will be even more effective if he brings his edge rush to greater life. Payton’s traits give him a chance to become a backup with average upside.

Fifth-year senior whose splashy early season performance against Texas A&M put him on the map. Henry is a slasher with a wiggly lower half, allowing him to make sudden cuts and elude tacklers in tight quarters. He’s quicker than fast and struggles to consistently read/react to the development of run lanes. While his burst can create occasional chunk gains, he too often does not keep runs on their designed tracks. He’s yet to show he can be a major factor on third downs and fumbled six times in the last three seasons, which could be impediments in his pursuit of a roster spot.