DRAFT TRACKER 2026

Sturdivant is a traits-based wideout whose production over the last two seasons doesn’t match the potential he shows on tape. His combination of foot agility, vertical speed and ball skills should allow him to run routes as an “X” or “Z” receiver. His routes could use better attention to detail to help increase his elusiveness at break points and free up his catch space. He’s very tough over the middle and will not shrink from combat catches. He can accelerate quickly to add run-after-catch on short throws. His run blocking is adequate but needs more strain. Sturdivant’s ingredients make him a worthy middle-round investment, as his best football could be ahead of him.

Caldwell is a developmental prospect with enticing traits and a need for better fundamentals. He’s a long-strider with the ability to create separation vertically, but his route-running is underdeveloped and he needs tutoring on how best to set up routes. Caldwell’s contested-catch rate is disappointing for a player with his size and ability. Coaching should help create more advantages in that area, but he might need to ratchet up his competitiveness on 50/50 balls, as well. His production at Cincinnati won’t excite, but his NFL Scouting Combine performance shows there could be more upside to unlock, which makes him worthy of a middle-round pick as a backup “Z” receiver.

McAlister’s game is built on speed. He can blow by press and off-man looks, finding a second gear both down the field and after the catch. While he gets open vertically, suspect route-running causes issues uncovering on the first two levels. He has trouble muscling up in 50/50 battles, too. McAlister is a body-catcher, so improving that aspect of his game could go a long way in determining whether he’ll be an average backup or larger contributor.

Big, strong, explosive receiver requiring specific usage on the next level. Bell is top-notch with the ball in his hands on reverses, jet-sweeps and quick hitches. He has the ability to create chunk runs after breaking tackles. Bell lacks ideal route savvy to uncover underneath and can be too easy for cornerbacks to read. He’s a body-catcher with below-average hands, but he did have better catch tape in 2023 with Carson Beck at quarterback. Bell’s game lacks well-rounded qualities and position-specific skill, but his traits, manufactured-touch talent and kick-return potential should give him a chance to make it as a WR5.

An undersized wideout, Rivers plays like a vertical “Z” receiver capable of attacking man coverage with his acceleration and speed. However, his measurables could force him into the slot, where his game isn’t as good of a fit. He needs to work on route focus/tempo to improve his efficiency over the first two levels, and his hands might never become a plus feature. Rivers has the ability to stretch the field from the slot, but he needs more work to become a well-rounded option for offenses.

Wallace is a leggy long-strider who played deep into the College Football Playoff in consecutive seasons at Penn State and Ole Miss. While his catch production has jumped in the last two seasons, he has trouble beating press and uncovering over the first two levels, which makes it tougher to project continued improvement as a pro. While he’s likely to see a higher number of contested catches, he’s built for it. He shows little concern when working into traffic and battling for 50/50 throws. Wallace lacks route versatility, so a role as a possession slot receiver with zone-beating talent could give him the best chance to succeed.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

A late-blooming Division III standout with intriguing upside, Montgomery has good size and length in the slot. He’s still learning his craft and should become a more refined route-runner if he gets more time. He was highly competitive in Senior Bowl one-on-ones and appears very comfortable in 50/50 catch spots. His age, timed speed and lack of short-area explosiveness could hurt his draft slotting, but he should find his way into a camp. He will need to replicate his Senior Bowl week to prove he belongs in the NFL.

Anthony is a field-stretching “Z” receiver with below-average production but speed to intrigue. There are a lot of inconsistencies on tape. His route-running will need significant work if he’s going to uncover against NFL cornerbacks on anything other than deep routes. Anthony is below average as a ball-tracker and jump-ball artist but displays good toughness when contested. He operates with NFL-caliber foot drops near the sideline. The route tree will be limited but his potential as a kick returner could buy him some time on a practice squad.

Fifth-year senior with the height/weight/speed numbers to get a look from the slot despite just a single season of major production. Boyd uses his hands and separation burst to create an opening for his quarterback. He’s unpolished and inefficient as a route-runner but has some potential in that area. While he has deep-ball value when that branch of the route tree is utilized, average hands and below-average ball skills when contested could set him back as he pursues a roster spot.

Sixth-year senior whose immediate value will rest in his ability as a return man. Lacy is short and relatively compact. He has good speed and plus athleticism, but he runs unfocused routes, which limits his separation potential. While he has the speed to work all three levels, a lack of ball skills diminishes his success rate down the field. His return talent and gadget potential (jet sweeps/screens) could be enough to land him a role, but his route-running and ball skills might need sharpening to keep it.

Hilton has build-up speed to take the top off defenses, averaging 19 yards per catch during his career. He had a troubling lack of production, though, making just 41 catches in five seasons. There are basic route corrections he can make to better open underneath throws. He has adequate ball skills downfield but comes up empty when contested. When you combine his sparse production with his injury history, it doesn’t inspire confidence, but speed sells, giving Hilton a chance to outplay his draft slotting.

A seventh-year senior, Voisin displays good balance and footwork as a route-runner. He’s unable to outrun quality coverage as a vertical threat and lacks the catch radius/contested-catch talent to win when crowded. While he did a nice job during Senior Bowl practices, Voisin’s age and lack of size/speed create a massive hill to climb as he pursues a roster spot.

A versatile slot receiver, Wortham can run, catch, throw, and return kicks, though he lacks elite size and explosiveness. He has good hands but needs to improve in altering route tempo and hiding break points from the coverage. Wortham, who played quarterback in high school, is capable of being used in Wildcat looks, zone-read concepts and quick-game throws or gadget passes. He can return kicks but is an average threat in that department. His versatility stands out, but convincing a team he’s a plus in any one area will be the key to making a legitimate push for a spot in camp.

Brinson is a field-stretcher, but the middle of his route tree is missing branches. He’s a long-strider with good acceleration to build speed and create opportunities for himself on vertical routes. His route-running is less effective on intermediate routes, where he’s slower in and out of breaks. Despite his catch radius and hand size, he wins fewer 50/50 balls than he should when coverage closes him down. Brinson has traits to work with but offers a more limited menu of services for teams.

Anderson is a short but stocky slot receiver with good speed but below-average hands. Injuries and quarterback play slowed his production in 2025, so a heavier dose of 2024 tape is needed for his evaluation. His routes are rhythmic and fairly disciplined, but he fails to create enough separation from his break points. He has the play strength to compete for the contested throws he’s likely to see against tight press man. Anderson has the talent and toughness NFL teams like to see, but his lack of size/explosiveness could make it challenging for him to earn a spot as a backup.

Size, speed and production are check marks in Rucker’s favor. He has good straight-line speed but is average as a route-runner and well below average when it’s time to finish catches. I did not see a lot of improvement from him as a ball-winner over the course of six seasons. While he possesses intriguing talent, it’s hard to imagine Rucker building camp momentum given his inconsistency when it comes to reeling in throws.

Possession receiver with limited range and explosiveness to threaten NFL corners. Key is a detail-oriented route-runner with natural ball skills and soft hands. However, he struggles to beat press, lacks the vertical speed to push cornerbacks onto their heels and is unable to prevent a high rate of contested looks. Key’s best shot will be as a big slot receiver working as a zone-beater, but a lack of special-teams value shrinks his roster chances.

Big, tough wideout with modest production and average tools. McCulley has adequate foot quickness and athleticism. However, he will need to prove he can beat tight man pressure because he’s not a natural separator and rarely runs by cornerbacks on vertical routes. He works back on throws when needed and uses his frame/hand extension to help him protect the catch-point. His performance in the catch phase is a plus, but getting there won’t be easy for him against NFL cornerbacks.

Sanders is a Z receiver capable of bypassing and stacking cornerbacks who sit too heavy on the early stages of the drive phase. He had only one year of plus production at Georgia Southern, which is concerning. He’s below average as a route-runner with average hands but does display some run-after-catch ability. To have an NFL shot, Sanders needs to play with better aggression and competitiveness while improving his route-running.