The 2025 NFL Draft class is starting to round into shape, and that means we’re getting a clearer picture of some of the top prospects and the position groups with the most depth.
The top prospect on the board is Colorado’s Travis Hunter, a rare talent with the potential to start at the NFL level as either a wide receiver or cornerback. After Hunter, Michigan standouts Mason Graham and Will Johnson, Arizona’s Tetairoa McMillan and Boise State’s Ashton Jeanty are some of the premier players in this draft class.
The running back, tight end and offensive tackle positions seem to be the deepest and strongest on the offensive side of the ball. On defense, the edge defender group is as deep as we’ve seen in several years, dominating the projected top 50. There are also more impact defensive backs this year than a year ago, with plenty of options on all three days of the draft, specifically on Days 2 and 3.
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Draft Position Rankings
Last updated: Monday, April 21
1. CB/WR Travis Hunter, Colorado
Strengths
- Insane stamina and talent to play both sides of the ball all season
- Well above average acceleration and long speed for the position – high separation scores
- Long arms and consistent catches with arms extended
- Impressive hand-eye coordination to track and haul in passes, even through contact
- Playmaker mentality at all times, and he is elusive after the catch
- Lacks overall strength but has strong hands
Weaknesses
- Lean frame, so he gets thrown around at contact
- Footwork and fundamentals aren't precise
- Can get bumped off his route easily
2. ED Abdul Carter, Penn State
Strengths
- Rare athlete for the position — Tier 1 NFL speed
- Natural explosiveness and bend are both elite
- Willingness to play physical despite lighter weight
- Pass rushes like a basketball guard — cross-over style (basketball background)
- Hs a very effective and violent rip move
- Good speed-to-power conversion for a player of his size
Weaknesses
- Has a small false step (could cover even more ground off the snap)
- Arms will likely be on the shorter side
- Can lead with the shoulder too often when taking on puller; risk of shoulder injury
3. HB Ashton Jeanty, Boise State
Strengths
- Dense, compact frame for good center of gravity/balance
- Long speed adequate to break off big runs in NFL
- Naturally soft hands in the receiving game
- Becomes a playmaker after the catch
- Does not shy away from contact
- Excellent one-cut vision behind zone blocking concepts
Weaknesses
- Size makes pass blocking difficult, but he is willing to do it
- Can shimmy too much when setting up a defender up space
4. WR Tetairoa McMillan, Arizona
Strengths
- Height stands out on tape before the snap.
- Difference-making size
- Hip flips/agility are much better than expected for his size
- Impressive acceleration for his size
- Rarely see false steps in his release
- Comfortable maximizing a huge catch radius
- Competitiveness shows up as a blocker
- Good route-running IQ
- Strong YAC receiver in both ability and mentality
Weaknesses
- Very slender build, which can impact blocking efficacy
- Likely won't be a consistent separator vs. single coverage (but much better in 2024)
5. DI Mason Graham, Michigan
Strengths
- Elite first-step explosiveness
- Excellent bend and flexibility for an interior player
- Wins the leverage battle consistently
- Fast, powerful hands
- Devastating push-pull move
- Strong player who can hold the line and discard at will
- Has snaps everywhere from 1-tech to 5-tech
Weaknesses
- Arms appear to be well below average
- Lack of length affects rip/swipe efficiency
- Shorter arms make it tougher for him to disengage
- Lack of length exposes his chest more
- Gets pushed to the ground more than you'd like
6. T Will Campbell, LSU
Strengths
- Narrow base, but generally strong and balanced
- Body movements are quick, compact and precise.
- Always in control
- Hands are up and active, always ready to strike with power and timing
- Great grip and core strength to maintain blocks
- Foot speed is quick enough and well balanced, but not top tier
- Smart, aware player.
- Eyes scan the field pre- and post-snap for potential threats
- Patient blocker
- Adequate power for the NFL
Weaknesses
- Higher pre-snap stance leads to high pad level when engaging
- Shorter arm length.
- NFL teams will question if he should be a tackle or a guard
- Arm length also impacts run blocking.
- Puts weight on toes with full extension to push
- Lack of flexibility in the groin to stretch kicks/protect the outside shoulder
- When he oversets, he doesn't always have the flexibility to protect vs.
- inside move
7. DI Walter Nolen, Mississippi
Strengths
- Well-built player
- Incredibly strong, especially with momentum.
- Clear raw strength and explosiveness
- Has the build to play defensive end and defensive tackle
- Very strong tackler with a low missed tackle rate
- Good effort to the whistle
Weaknesses
- Needs to be more purposeful, but looked less out of control in 2024
- Lacks a go-to pass-rush move
- Needs more of a pass-rush plan
- Pass rushes can stall quickly
- Exposes his chest too easily
- Tries to disengage with just power
8. S Malaki Starks, Georgia
Strengths
- Lower weight, but a well-built safety
- Long wingspan for pass breakups
- Top speed is very impressive (sprinter background)
- Constant pre-snap communicator
- Smooth, fluid hips to maximize range in deep coverage
- Sound tackler with coordination and strength.
- Low missed tackle rate
- Elite ball skills
Weaknesses
- Movements can look out of control at times
- Can be a little too aggressive in his pursuit angles
- Judgment was significantly off in 2024
9. T Armand Membou, Missouri
Strengths
- Good hip/hamstring flexibility to sit in his stance with balance and power
- Low and explosive out of his stance
- Naturally coordinated in his movements and footwork
- Feet can move quickly
- Looks great on the hoof as a puller and lead blocker
Weaknesses
- Can struggle to anchor on the edge despite being 325 pounds
- Needs more strength for maintaining blocks
- Could use more of a finisher's mentality
10. ED Mike Green, Marshall
Strengths
- Adequate length for the position at the NFL level (long arms)
- Well built, balanced — don't see him on the ground or knocked off his feet often
- Explosive first step to immediately threaten OT's balance and quickness
- Good lateral quickness to shoot gaps inside
- Consistently physical play
- Always working to get clean, even if he hasn't mastered how yet
Weaknesses
- Launching off his back foot could help when attacking outside
- Needs to keep his eyes up consistently when making contact
- Hands can be a little high and get up into the facemask of blockers
11. CB Jahdae Barron, Texas
Strengths
- Adequate size and strength for run defense/tackling from the slot
- Good closing speed
- Power and strength to work through blocks for tackles
- Experience and comfort at the linebacker level
- Very good feel for spot zone coverage
- Good eyes and anticipation, no matter where he is lined up
- Versatility for any DB spot
Weaknesses
- Hips are a little slower to flip to match route breaks
- Can get uncomfortable when his back is to the ball.
- Better in 2024
- Can get handsy if he doubts his speed in a situation
- Top speed is better than acceleration
12. TE Tyler Warren, Penn State
Strengths
- Has the frame to play inline, as a wingback and fullback
- Long arms help his catch radius and blocking ability
- Held up well against power against most defensive ends
- Very strong player
- Not afraid of the physical aspects of the game
- Big-time production increase as a receiver in 2024
- Strong hands — high catch percentage, contested or not, in 2024
- Adequate shoulder dips for speed releases inline
Weaknesses
- A bit stiffer when changing direction, which limits his route tree
- Top speed takes a handful of steps to get to
- Good strength as a run blocker but could hold blocks a bit longer
- Could stand to tempo his routes to create bigger throwing windows against zone
13. LB Jihaad Campbell, Alabama
Strengths
- Ideal size and length for an off-ball backer at the NFL level
- Long strides make pursuit a breeze
- Viable speed-rush option as a pass-rushing OLB
- Long arms for batted passes and pass breakups
- Low missed tackle percentage
- Very slippery between and around blockers
Weaknesses
- Anticipation is still a tick slow for where the ball is going
- Still developing that “feel” in coverage — he has to see it to make a play on it right now
- Could play with a bit more urgency/at a higher speed
- Has a tendency to aim high when tackling
14. CB Will Johnson, Michigan
Strengths
- Change-of-direction ability is that of a much smaller corner
- Versatile to play on the left or right side.
- Can shadow WR1s
- Very good understanding of leverage
- Smooth when passing off receivers and picking them up in zone
- Can play confidently in the slot if needed
- Fluid transitions from backpedal to shuffle to full stride
- Understands contain in run fits
Weaknesses
- Some inconsistent/ineffective timing with punches in press
- Top speed is good, but doesn't appear to be in the top tier with recovery
- Sloppy with tackling attempts in 2024
15. WR Luther Burden III, Missouri
Strengths
- Great all-around athlete
- Natural playmaker with the ball in his hands, evidenced by impressive YAC scores
- Sharp, explosive route runner
- Very elusive after the catch
- Good balance for YAC
- Adequate long speed for the NFL
- Fast footwork for effective releases
Weaknesses
- Can get pushed around some in the blocking game
- Doesn't always attack the ball in the air
16. TE Colston Loveland, Michigan
Strengths
- Very impressive athlete, even for a lighter tight end
- Long arms, big catch radius
- Natural pass catcher
- Crisp routes with good juice
- Has the flexibility to run routes with multiple breaks
- Has the frame/length to block secondary players and some linebackers well
- Hand positioning for blocking is generally well-placed
- Scrappy pound-for-pound blocker
Weaknesses
- Shows fundamentals in blocking but lacks the true size to handle DEs
- Lower than ideal contested-catch percentage in 2024
- Could be more creative after the catch
17. ED Donovan Ezeiruaku, Boston College
Strengths
- The first step is both explosive and smooth
- Quick to use rip move as a finisher to other moves
- Knows his arm length can be an advantage and uses it consistently
- Maximizes leverage to make up for the lack of weight
- Consistent, reliable effort
- Good eyes and anticipation for the ball
- Very sound tackler with a very low missed tackle percentage
Weaknesses
- Tough for him to take on pullers and lead blockers
- Pursuit speed and explosiveness appear average-to-below average
- Does not convert speed to power in an imposing manner
18. T Josh Simmons, Ohio State
Strengths
- Stance and base are wide and strong pre- and post-snap
- Fantastic balance. Can slide and mirror while squatting
- Consistently low pad level at contact
- Adequate length for the NFL
- Footwork is quick. Slide length is adequate
- Competitive. Plays through the whistle
- Really good footwork when anchoring
- Can flip his hips quickly to counter cross-face moves
Weaknesses
- Hands have a low starting point
- No true displacement strength in the run game
- Lower weight makes anchoring tougher (though good knee bend and balance help)
19. WR Emeka Egbuka, Ohio State
Strengths
- Very quick, controlled player
- High separation scores due to elite body/speed control
- Willing, feisty blocker.
- He has snaps at the top of the triangle in a bunch formation
- High-IQ player who knows how to attack leverage and find space
- Good balance through contact for yards after the catch
- Reliable hands, catching through contact well in 2024
- Used as the main pre-snap motion player and even as a receiver out of the backfield
Weaknesses
- Can just be inconsistent as a blocker
- Lack of size limits his blocking abilities against LBs
- Route breaks could be sharper
20. QB Cameron Ward, Miami (FL)
Strengths
- True sidearm release that is David Carr-esque
- Experienced and successful middle-of-field passer
- “Never say die” type of playmaker with good escapability
- Adequate arm strength for the NFL level
- Impressive and natural touch passer
Weaknesses
- Holds the ball below the shoulders in his stance, which makes for a longer release
- Sidearm release is exotic but feels too varied throw-to-throw
- Accuracy numbers are high, but that is more due to volume; true ball placement isn't consistent
- Ball security (fumbling) needs to improve
21. DI Kenneth Grant, Michigan
Strengths
- Exceptional quickness for a player of his size
- Quick to counter moves and adjust mid-rush
- Active hands in passing lanes, leading to batted passes
- Impressive overall athleticism for his frame
- Executes E-T stunts effectively when looping inside
Weaknesses
- Plays too high at times, losing leverage
- Hand usage can be erratic and lack purpose
- First step isn’t always upfield, limiting his ability to immediately attack blockers
22. T Kelvin Banks Jr., Texas
Strengths
- Flexible hips and wide base for powerful stance
- Foot speed/explosiveness is top tier
- Can move while squatted (low pad level)
- Great second-level/space blocker
- Natural athleticism gives him high zone-blocking potential
- Really impressive balance for 320-plus-pound player
Weaknesses
- Height hints at shorter arm length, which shows on tape
- Too susceptible to push-pull moves
- Needs to improve grip strength to latch on and hold blocks
23. ED James Pearce Jr., Tennessee
Strengths
- Very twitchy player with an explosive first step
- Quick off the ball with good snap reaction
- Very fast hands
- Decent speed-to-power punch given his low weight
- Spot-drop coverage isn't his strong suit, but he has the movement skills for it
- Good anticipation for snap count/appropriate pre-snap shifts
- Good flexibility to get low and fire fast out of a 3/4-point stance with leverage advantage
- Knows how to attack the half-man consistently
- Excellent pursuit speed to the ball carrier
Weaknesses
- Light weight makes it easier to lock him up/finish him to the ground
- Snap count is lower than his peers in this class
- Not much flexibility to play him anywhere inside 5-tech
- Need more of a true pass-rush plan — and the nuance and technique that comes with it — more often
- Wish the motor ran through the whistle more consistently
24. WR Matthew Golden, Texas
Strengths
- Inside-out versatility as a slot and flanker
- Plus return ability
- Fast but controlled route runner
- Footwork off the line is quick and decisive
- Traits to get off press.
- He varies his footwork and releases and has active hands to clear defenders
- Speed is adequate enough to be a difference-maker
- Excellent sideline receiver.
- He has great footwork and catches at full extension
- Eye-popping one-handed catches in 2024
Weaknesses
- Light in the blocking game
- Runs a little hot and cold when he knows he's not involved in the play
- He has the movement skills to be more dynamic after the catch
25. LB Jalon Walker, Georgia
Strengths
- Natural pass-rusher off the edge
- Adequate size to play ILB/OLB in the NFL
- Explosive first step in all directions
- Powerful upper body to stack blockers at contact punch
- Long arms for a 6-foot-2 frame
Weaknesses
- Does not have a lot of experience/success in coverage
- Current game lacks the lateral quickness needed for off-ball LB work
- Lacks true mastery of pass-rush moves/hand usage due to time split off and on the ball
- Instincts and anticipation are still a work in progress for a young player
- Too comfortable with running into blockers instead of getting around them
26. HB Omarion Hampton, North Carolina
Strengths
- Built like an NFL back in measurables, weight distribution and athleticism
- Change-of-direction explosiveness is impressive for his size
- Relishes in the physical aspects of the position
- Wants to erase people in pass protection
- Elite power in his lower half for leg drive through contact and explosiveness in space
- Natural hands and decent amount of experience as a pass catcher
Weaknesses
- Inconsistent blend of patience and hesitancy behind the line
- Can be overeager to get upfield.
- Could be more patient with his blockers at second level
- Sometimes second-guesses himself when setting up defenders in space
27. T Grey Zabel, North Dakota State
Strengths
- Top-tier grip strength
- Very good at lining up tackles between the shoulders, whether at the line or on the hoof
- Great athlete
- Explosive first step to thrive in a zone blocking scheme
- Leg drive is constant and effective
- Great core strength to maintain blocks yet not incur holding penalties
- Flexibility to sink his hips in his stance despite 6-foot-6 frame
Weaknesses
- Length will likely kick him inside.
- 90th-percentile height and weight at center
- Smaller hands and shorter arms
- Hands can slide up and off target against more powerful players
- Most of his lost reps come from edge rushers beating him inside
28. CB Trey Amos, Mississippi
Strengths
- Adequate size for the NFL
- Good athlete in all facets with a multi-sport background
- Very high forced incompletion rates over past three seasons
- Great coverage instincts
- Likes to get hands on receivers and be physical to stay on them
- Very active hands in press, at the break point and at the catch point
- Long arms
- Good strength to rip off WR blocks
Weaknesses
- Top speed won't “wow” you despite sprinter background
- Tendency to tackle high
29. ED Nic Scourton, Texas A&M
Strengths
- Carries 280 pounds very well for an edge who can be OLB or DE
- Experience playing both right and left side of the line
- Many pass-rush moves already feel like second nature
- Savviness to “get skinny” between blockers
- Great eyes for where the ball is going
- Natural instinct to swipe his hands and stay clean
- Comfortable shallow zone dropping from OLB spot
Weaknesses
- Loses edge contain by crashing down too often (could be what he's taught)
- Isn't as violent defending the run as he could be
- Loads/launches off his back foot
- Plays with high pad level
- Arm length appears below average for the pros
30. T Josh Conerly Jr., Oregon
Strengths
- Quick, explosive offensive tackle
- Wide, athletic stance pre-snap
- Quick footwork to keep his weight under him and mirror pass-rushers
- Good on the hoof in a zone blocking scheme
- Quick hands for hand fighting/resetting
- Shows competitive toughness and fight through reps
Weaknesses
- Inconsistent hand placement/striking location
- Late hands allow more experienced pass-rushers to dictate contact
- Lower weight profile does limit displacement strength in run game
- Must continue to get functionally stronger.
- Lacks push in man/gap blocking schemes
- Game lacks anticipation
31. ED Shemar Stewart, Texas A&M
Strengths
- Imposing size, even for NFL standards
- Top-tier explosiveness at his size
- Speed to power can be dominant
- Violent hands to disengage
- Impressive ability to corner for his size
- WIlling and able to hold the POA against the run
Weaknesses
- Consistently launches off his back foot
- Lets OTs get hands on him first
- Pass-rush plans need refinement and more finesse
- Hand placement can be wide and off target
- Too reliant on “see ball, get ball” mentality — needs to anticipate
- Must play with better balance
32. CB Benjamin Morrison, Notre Dame
Strengths
- Appears to have very long arms, even for a 6-footer
- Hands are up and active in press
- Quick to transition from shuffle to full strides
- Good awareness and timing for getting his head around to find the ball
- Willing run defender
- Very high football IQ
Weaknesses
- Strength is somewhat of a concern with getting off blocks and tackling
- Start-stop ability is good, especially for his size, but not top-tier
- Can get grabby to stick with WRs on comeback routes
33. S Kevin Winston Jr., Penn State
Strengths
- As good of a ballhawk as you’ll find in this class. Has great hands and always seems to be in the right place at the right time.
- High-intelligence player with quick twitch. Able to diagnose plays pre- and post-snap and make plays on the ball.
- Was outstanding when asked to cover man-to-man this season.
- Versatile to win in coverage at free safety, in the slot and in the box.
Weaknesses
- Partially torn ACL ended his junior season after just two games.
- Only one interception in his career
- Reaction time can be a tick behind sometimes
34. DI Omarr Norman-Lott, Tennessee
Strengths
- Explosive and powerful 3-technique
- Natural four-point stance rusher with great leverage off snap
- Impressive upper-body strength to bench press linemen back
- Can hold up well against double teams
- Surprising flexibility and bend for an interior player
- Massive hands and above-average arm length
Weaknesses
- Needs to make a rip move more second nature when shooting gaps
- Needs more of a pass-rush plan
- Lower measurables in height and weight
- Freelances too much as a run defender
- Plays on the ground a little more than you'd like
35. WR Elic Ayomanor, Stanford
Strengths
- Frame and willingness help him effectively block through the whistle
- Explosive athlete who can accelerate quickly with good top speed
- Conscious of release technique to attack different leverages
- Showcases a high football IQ and awareness
- Effective at getting off press
Weaknesses
- Hands could be stronger, especially in traffic
- Takes extra time to stop or truly change direction
- Low separation rates vs.
- single coverage
36. S Xavier Watts, Notre Dame
Strengths
- Ballhawk. Great hands and is always in the right place to make plays
- High-IQ player with quick twitch. Diagnoses plays pre- and post-snap
- Outstanding when asked to cover man-to-man in 2024
- Versatile enough to win in coverage at free safety, in the slot and in the box
Weaknesses
- Tackling issues, but improved in 2024. Needs to take better angles and stay balanced
- Sometimes gets caught flat-footed in coverage. He isn’t quick enough to recover when beaten
- A little stiff when forced to flip his hips and change directions
37. WR Jayden Higgins, Iowa State
Strengths
- Smooth hips in his breaks for a bigger receiver
- Quick chops/footwork when he is about to make contact with DBs
- Natural hands-catcher who consistently catches away from the body
- Good route-running nuance with head and shoulder fakes to create separation
- Active hands vs. press and when getting off breaks cleanly
- Can run the whole route tree
Weaknesses
- Top speed will be average at best in the NFL
- Pushes off a decent amount to create separation, but isn't called for it
- Won't be a consistent YAC producer
38. ED Mykel Williams, Georgia
Strengths
- Great build for an edge player — weight and length are NFL-caliber
- Has a violent and fast arm-over/swing move when attacking inside
- Good understanding of the advantages of his arm length
- His first step is explosive and can cover a ton of ground
- Great motor that plays to the whistle
- Strong, reliable run defender who can stack blocks/anchor well from a 4i to a 7-tech
Weaknesses
- Consistently one of the last linemen out of his stance
- Hands are active, but could be more purposeful and precise
- Must develop more counters
- Eyes for the ball could improve
39. ED Landon Jackson, Arkansas
Strengths
- Difference-making build — height, weight and length above 90th percentile for edge
- Adequate strength to hold the line and take on pulling blockers
- Surprising flexibility (at times)
- for his size
- Maintains good leverage despite a taller frame
- Long arms make for an extensive tackling radius
Weaknesses
- Injury history that includes two ACL injuries (one from high school, one from early college)
- Larger frame limits twitch/change of direction
- First step is decent, but his speed is more build up
40. WR Jack Bech, TCU
Strengths
- Power slot type of receiver who has spent time at TE and WR
- Impressive quickness in his footwork/releases for a bigger receiver
- Playmaker mentality.
- Doesn't go down on first contact, even if wrapped up
- Long speed is adequate as a slot or outside receiver
- Very sure hands
- Good feel for soft spots/space versus zone
Weaknesses
- Won't be a purely athletic winner in the NFL (though he pairs his athleticism with savviness)
- Routes can lack nuance outside of breaks
- Little experience vs.
- press outside of 2024
- Doesn't show diverse releases off the line
- Needs to maintain blocks longer
- Played through injuries or missed time over the past three years
41. DI Tyleik Williams, Ohio State
Strengths
- Compact, powerful stance pre-snap for a strong base
- Versatile frame to play both nose tackle and 3-technique
- Explosive first step to shoot gaps, generate power, and cross blockers’ faces
- Significant improvement in hand speed, precision, and purpose in 2024
- Strong stack-and-shed ability
- Effective corkscrew technique to hold up against double teams
Weaknesses
- Tends to pop up too quickly, causing him to lose leverage
- Struggles to hold ground against combo blocks, giving up too much space
- Needs to develop a deeper arsenal of pass-rush moves and counters
- Momentum and speed-to-power conversion fade quickly after initial contact
42. DI Derrick Harmon, Oregon
Strengths
- Good arm length for the interior
- Quick first step and quick footwork
- Fast hands off the snap to get inside and dictate first moves
- Push-pull and arm-over moves are natural and smooth
- Competitive player with a good motor
Weaknesses
- Build is naturally a little high-waisted
- Pops up and loses leverage out of his stance
- Lighter in the lower half at current weight
- Club move could use more violence
43. CB Maxwell Hairston, Kentucky
Strengths
- Solid wrap-up tackler
- Visible communicator pre- and post-snap
- Shows a good understanding of run-fit duties
- Adequate first-step quickness and acceleration
Weaknesses
- Very light build
- Hands get grabby when he’s in trouble
- Lacks true anticipation.
- Can look out of control at times with turns and steps
- High interception total was more about opportunities than true ball skills and anticipation
44. CB Shavon Revel, East Carolina
Strengths
- Very explosive athlete, especially for his size
- Top speed will be in the top percentile
- Willing and physical run defender
- Footwork is fast enough to match WR movements, especially in press
- Bully in press coverage
- Fiesty competitor
Weaknesses
- Explosive, but out of control at times
- Anticipation and spacing are still inconsistent
- Has the strength and length to get off blocks, but needs to get clean faster
- High forced incompletion rate, but lacking takeaway coordination
45. QB Shedeur Sanders, Colorado
Strengths
- Strengths:
- He has a strong, wide base with good size in the lower half to generate throwing power from his legs
- Repeatable, fundamentally sound throwing motion (high release point helps make up for smaller height)
- Good zip on passes within 25 yards
- Mental and physical toughness to step up and take a hit while delivering a throw
- Good feel/anticipation for attacking zone
- Slippery in the backfield despite a lack of mobility
- Not afraid to look backside of the formation on scrambles
Weaknesses
- Ball speed can die on him in the air beyond 40 yards
- Release speed is average-to-below-average
- Arm strength is average for NFL standards
- Doesn't always finish the throwing motion across the body
- Below-average mobility (high sack rate)
46. T Donovan Jackson, Ohio State
Strengths
- Sound footwork in all phases
- Works hard to gain proper positioning in zone run game
- Rarely overpowered in pass protection
- Moved to LT over final nine games and performed reasonably well
Weaknesses
- More consistently stable than dominant style of play
- Can get caught off guard by stunts
- Needs to work on pace and leverage when getting to the second level.
- Would like to see him finish plays to the whistle more often
47. ED Bradyn Swinson, LSU
Strengths
- Arm length appears to be a plus
- Good burst both laterally and linear
- Hand placement, technique and leverage are consistent when stacking
- Decent speed and bend around the arc
- Natural movement skills to drop back into shallow zones
- Very active hands to hit moves and stay clean when pass rushing
- High pass-rush win percentage each of the last three seasons
Weaknesses
- Hand placement when stacking is good, but slower to disengage (needs work on the “shed” part)
- Posture is a bit hunched over, with weight more on his toes (can be off balance because of it)
- Has some false/unnecessary steps off the snap, and when setting up pass-rush moves
48. G Tyler Booker, Alabama
Strengths
- Well-built guard with NFL size
- Weight distribution gives him a ton of power in his lower half to displace and anchor
- Great leg drive to move linemen against their will
- Strong hands and core to not disengage after moves and counters
- Imposing double-team blocker
- Very long arms for an interior player
- High IQ lineman
- Impressive recovery ability — wide base even post-snap
- Good eyes for stunts and delayed blitzes
- Finisher's mentality
Weaknesses
- Balance can be off at times; sometimes it's too much on his heels, the next his toes
- Below-average foot speed
- Can get caught behind when the defender crosses his face
49. DI Darius Alexander, Toledo
Strengths
- Explosive first step gives him a quick speed-to-power conversion
- Powerful leg drive even when OL are in anchor
- Good power in his initial punch to knock OL back on their heels
- Violent club move when crossing the face of OL
- Strong as an ox in run defense, even against doubles
Weaknesses
- Tends to pop up quickly and rush high
- Can be the last one out of his stance
- Weight can be a little too top-heavy and cause imbalance
50. ED Princely Umanmielen, Mississippi
Strengths
- Twitchy player with good at changing directions
- Naturally and effectively gets across the face of OL
- Longer arms than his height indicates
- Has the movement skills to spot-drop in coverage
- Has the speed to catch RBs from the back side
Weaknesses
- Footwork could be cleaned up — feet are angled, pushes off back foot at snap, not always set at the snap
- Feels erratic at times — movements could use more precision
- Arm length will likely be well below average
- Needs to be more consistent snap-to-snap
- Plays on the ground too much
- Needs to improve handwork to get off blocks faster and more cleanly
- Crashing stunt plays lack speed-to-power push at contact
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