It's time to defend my title for the best big board on the internet. That happened in 2020 when I blended consensus rankings, my analytical models, and my tape evaluation. Nothing has changed today, except I'm leaning into my own tape evaluations more than ever and have built out my own consensus rankings based on people I trust.

What makes my 2025 NFL Draft big board different than others is it actually adjust for positional value. I still don't understand why most big boards are based on "best players" yet that's not how these big board rankers would actually draft players when on the clock. How is it helpful to the reader? I now have to guess how you'd re-arrange the draft board to adjust for positional value? That's the hard part!!! Are you taking the QB that makes you nervous, or the layup-line stud RB in the middle of Round 1? Well, I laid out my choice in this column. Other analysts get to coward away behind their fake big boards. Sigh... Scared to compete.

What I mean by positional value is this. We can take the veteran contracts across the most recent offseasons and see what the free market values each position. I did so in the chart below by looking at the top 5 players by APY, which doesn't even skew the premium positions enough because those positions also get more long-term guaranteed money than the non-premium positions. Still, the graph makes the point easily. Because there aren't negotiations in salary for rookie contracts, we can easily calculate how much money a team is saving by drafting that position versus what it'd cost to hire that position on the open market. If you draft a RB, it'll cost a lot of dollars to sign a veteran WR. If you draft a WR, it'll cost fewer dollars to sign a veteran RB.

The last part of this calculation is the supply of each position because not every player actually becomes available each offseason thanks to re-signing players and the franchise tag. The chart below outlines this beautifully. Not only do QBs, WRs, LTs, RTs, DTs, and EDGEs make the most money, they are also the positions that do not become available to sign if you're a team looking for those positions. This explains how mid-level LT Dan Moore signed an $82M/4yr contract this offseason compared to Super Bowl winning above-average S Justin Reid's $31M/3yr contract. The Titans, Patriots, and other teams wanted to protect their young franchise QBs by signing a LT, and Moore was the only one available on the market, so the bidding spins out of control. That's supply and demand in a free market, baby.

But enough of Economics 101. Let's talk some damn ball...

Updated: April 21st with new medical information.

1. WR1 Travis Hunter - Colorado

If you asked me which player is most likely to be a Hall of Famer, I snap say "Travis Hunter."

The 2024 Heisman winner is a generationally unique prospect, redefining what’s possible as a two-way player in the modern era. He logged an absurd 1,562 snaps, including 163 in a single game against Texas Tech, showcasing elite flexibility, body control, and all-around toughness. Those traits play well at corner and receiver, but if he plays offense, you get to throw him as many passes as you want, while on defense, there's only so many reps to show off his tools. To me, he can be a Pro Bowl level outside corner, but I officially want him at WR with the ability to pitch into CB if need be.

On offense, Hunter averaged 97 receiving yards per game with 15 touchdowns (lol). He's explosive and bendy in the route, thriving on intermediate-breaking routes, crossers, go balls, and screens (21 receptions). There are so many "mail box" reps where he throws his hand up as he runs right by defenders. At the catch point, Hunter is elite. He can jump and contort his body with perfect timing, making him a perfect weapon in must-have situations. He maneuvers around defenders and ducks major contact with an ease that's hard to find once the ball is in his hands. There isn't a glaring weakness to his receiving profile, despite taking most of his mid-week reps at corner. Long-story short, Hunter is an ascending receiver whose route running ability will vastly improve if he stays at WR nearly full time. ... Comps: Justin Jefferson (if he develops), Odell Beckham, Garrett Wilson.

As a cornerback where many evaluators project him, Hunter allowed just 0.44 yards per snap in man coverage-- mirroring, closing, and playing the ball at an elite level. His 6'0", 181-pound frame may raise concerns in the pros, but his athleticism, instincts, and open-field grit make up for it. His coverage ability is reminiscent of Sauce Gardner. There is little doubt that his lack of two-high zone defense snaps are going to hold him back, but it is worth noting Colorado only had 105 snaps in Cover 2, 4 snaps in Quarters, and 9 snaps in Cover 6. It's justifiable to let him play CB full time, but it's just not how I'd use him. I want to show off his ball skills, not hide them.

2. QB1 Cam Ward - Miami

The 23-year-old is an experienced, dynamic gunslinger with the arm talent, core torque, and athleticism to reach the top 12 QB list in the pros. Ward (6'2"/219) routinely showcased difference-making pass attempts while on the move and at a moment's notice. His delivery is quick and can come from multiple arm angles, allowing him to fit missiles into tight coverage. He can drive the ball down field (hitting post routes against two high shells with ease) and can hit out routes to the far hash on a rope. His power is probably Tier 2 (complementary). In general, Ward wants to win with a power arm rather than with touch. That said, he's excellent in the quick game and in the RPO world because he gets the ball out quickly and accurately. Miami made sure that was a part of their shotgun-based offense.

Ward played with some anticipation but also forced some passes in after being tardy with the read. He's played in an air raid system for most of his career and may need some development under center and in a different scheme. Whatever scheme he lands in will have to be okay with his freestyle feet and looseness in the pocket. He typically drifts out of pressure and to keep himself feeling in a groove, but he is definitely not clinic tape in his mechanics for what it's worth. In general, Ward profiles as an above-average passer after posting a 95th percentile EPA per play with 9.3 yards per dropback on non-RPOs and non-screens. His charted accuracy is near the top of the class, and there is not a throw he can't make based on his arm talent and athleticism.

Rushing is a projection. Miami didn't use him on designed QB runs (3 zone-read attempts) and he only had 30 scrambles per PFF. Ward is more athletic than that and easily could run more in the pros out of necessity. His ability to create just enough time when the play broke down was evident, and it allowed him to not be sacked much (22 times). He generally only used it as a backup plan, and it was more good than great compared to the true elites at the position. Once again, I see him as a Tier 2 runner.

Overall, Ward is a well-rounded prospect with 5 years of experience and culture building. The leadership and character reports are ideal, and he worked his way up from DIII Incarnate Ward to Washington State to Miami. He'll fit into any system and will create when the play call breaks down. His arm talent is top-10 level and he's at least average with athleticism. The path to Dak Prescott, Kyler Murray, Jordan Love, Bo Nix, etc. is right there. The reason he won't get there is if the freestyle game play doesn't translate as well as we'd hope. I'm generally optimistic.

3. EDGE1 Abdul Carter - Penn State

The 21-year-old early declare is a classic speed rusher with a strong 19% pressure rate and 12.0 sacks in 16 games. That was his first season as an edge rusher after beginning as an off-ball linebacker. At 6'3" and 253 pounds, he wins with burst and bend, sometimes using a deadly ghost move to turn the corner. His inside counter is also highly effective, boasting a 60% win rate against over-setting tackles. While primarily an edge rusher, he has shown versatility by standing up in the A-gap or blitzing from middle linebacker to take advantage of slow-footed centers. His chase-down speed allows him to occasionally spy on scrambling quarterbacks, and he holds up well against the run, ranking in the 85th percentile for tackles for loss among drafted edge players since 2005. His relative weakness is his sheer force and power. He's in the 25th percentile in weight and only attempted 14 bull rushes all year. He's closer to Will Anderson or Josh Hines-Allen than total freaks Myles Garrett or Nick Bosa. Despite that, Carter profiles as a double-digit sack artist who is (scarily) still developing his pass rush arsenal after just changing positions. If he reaches his ceiling, Micah Parsons is the comp. Just look at his 23% pressure rate when rushing outside the C-gap.

4. OT1 Armand Membou - Missouri

The 21-year-old early declare is a dominant right tackle built like a brick wall at 6’4”, 332 pounds. He faced elite pass-rush competition, and dominated. He allowed a 2.7% pressure rate against the consensus top 50 EDGE players in this class per PFF. His combination of strength, density, and long arms will make him nearly impossible to bull rush with more development, and he's an excellent recovery athlete on outside/inside moves. In the run game, Missouri purposefully ran behind him. Membou can maul with his head-on power, but his quick feet showed off elite reps on the most difficult zone blocks. To build confidence in his elite profile, the Tiger lit up the NFL Combine with 96th percentile adjusted SPARQ athleticism, featuring a 98th percentile weight-adjusted forty (4.91) and 31 bench-press reps. He should stick at tackle, even positioning to the left side if needed, but if he had to play guard, he could be an All Pro player. He's been my favorite player to watch this class so far.

5. WR2 Tetairoa McMillan - Arizona

The 21-year-old early declare put up impressive production with 108 and 110 yards per game as a true sophomore and junior. His 6-foot-5 frame immediately stands out on tape, giving him a major advantage in contested situations and while working over the middle. He has strong hands to pluck the ball out of the air and elite body control for his size, showcased by a highlight one-handed grab against Travis Hunter and countless others on crossing routes over the middle. His back-shoulder catch ability makes him a dangerous downfield weapon, while his surprising shiftiness allows him to generate yards after the catch underneath. He wins consistently on slants and in-breaking routes, with go balls, posts, and fades all well within his arsenal. Though he’s not a true burner (4.54 speed and 59th percentile when weight adjusted), he can threaten every level of the field with his route-running and great ball skills. McMillan profiles as a No. 1 X receiver with a Tier 2 high ceiling. ... Comps: Tee Higgins, Alshon Jeffery, Marvin Harrison Jr.

6. QB2 Jaxson Dart - Ole Miss

The 21-year-old is a three-year starter at Ole Miss after transferring from USC, with a sturdy 6'2", 222-pound frame and plenty of toughness. As a senior, he averaged 329 passing yards per game, 10.8 yards per attempt, and ranked in the 81st percentile in EPA per play. He posted an elite 9.7 yards per dropback on non-RPO, non-screen throws, helping quiet criticisms that Lane Kiffin’s scheme fully drove his production—though Kiffin did call play action at the highest rate in college football. Dart easily was the best QB in college football on play action reps.

Dart’s arm strength is solid, and he’s especially effective on high-point throws, with a compact release and quick motion. He’s very comfortable throwing on the move and might’ve made the best throw of the draft class on a deep shot while rolling left. He’s a good athlete and playmaker, scrambling 40 times (vs. just 29 sacks), and showed real mobility against Georgia. QB draws, zone reads, and off-script plays were part of his game throughout, and he averaged 61 rushing yards over his final four SEC games. His total rushing EPA ranks in the 67th percentile among drafted QBs since 2005. That can't go overlooked.

In the dropback game, Dart operates with high variance but real upside. He thrives over the middle—throwing with anticipation, touch, and velocity. He shows the ability to work full-field progressions, manipulate defenders pre- and post-snap, and adjust to post-snap rotations. His footwork is an underrated strength—allowing him to pump, reset, and create new throwing angles. He made multiple NFL-quality throws by working through progressions and hitting backside digs/curls with timing and accuracy. He also led college football in completions beyond 15+ yards.

That said, Dart’s aggressiveness is a double-edged sword. I watched all 154 dropbacks against Power 5 defenses without a screen, RPO, or play action. On those normal dropbacks, he had a wild 15.0 aDOT. He hunts big plays and will bypass open checkdowns for deep shots, sometimes into double coverage. He occasionally locks onto pre-snap reads while going full send. His blitz recognition is inconsistent—leading to sacks or throwaways where better options existed. There are also moments where he reads half the field well but doesn't continue through the concept, opting for extending with his legs a bit too rapidly. His accuracy is solid in general, even while under pressure. He's willing to take a hit and rarely drifted into pressure. His pocket presence was a positive.

The larger concern is chaos in his reads late in games, where he forced balls into coverage (see: Florida and LSU in particular). That said, with such a deep-target profile, Dart's 2% turnover-worthy play rate looks more impressive in context. He has limited experience commanding a traditional huddle and took just 15 snaps under center in 2024, so given his current processing speed and erratic tendencies, he’ll likely need a redshirt period in a structured, play-action-based system. But the arm talent, mobility, confidence, and glimpses of processing point toward real starter upside—especially if a team can harness his aggression without killing his creativity. His scramble numbers were the best in the class. ... Comps: Russell Wilson, Sam Darnold.

7. OT2 Kelvin Banks Jr. - Texas

The 21-year-old early declare is a 6’5”, 315-pound left tackle with three years of starting experience in a friendly-built Steve Sarkisian offense. Banks is a very good athlete, excelling as a run-game puller and in the screen game. He's strong enough to hold up against bull rushes and he has 90th-percentile wings with 33.5-inch arms to keep edge rushers off his chest. That's when his hands are firing on time, which can explain a chunk of his negative plays. It's fair to say he needs more technical development. That said, he showed impressive pass protection reps against star DT Mason Graham, handling power and quickness well. In a zone based scheme, Banks is an asset in the ground game because he travels well to the second level (32-inch vert is the 88th percentile), but he's not a total mauler on down blocks right now. He looks like an ascending, above-average left tackle in a zone based scheme with the recovery skills of being a quick-footed guard as a backup plan. Those are very hard to find and are very valuable. He's a high character person by all reporting, too. Banks has the traits to be a stud guard as a backup plan.

8. TE1 Colston Loveland - Michigan

The early-declare junior is a versatile move tight end who can line up all over the field, from in-line TE to outside WR. Loveland is a sharp route runner with great burst out of his breaks and smoothness with the ball approaching. There are reps where he looks like an NFL wide receiver winning on a dig or slant route at 6'6"/248. His hands are soft, and he transitions into a yards after catch player at a high level. There are double moves sprinkled into his attack because he can rock man defenders to sleep, and he's fast enough to run the seam, post, and corner. Loveland's production (58 YPC) would've been higher in another college offense and if afforded more schemed up production. In the pros, he can be the top pass catcher on a playoff offense. That's rare for the position. Loveland's run blocking was inconsistent while dealing with a shoulder injury, but he was tasked with difficult blocks in Michigan's pro-styled scheme and he has the size/willingness to develop into being a real in-line TE while already being a fine blocker on the move. Loveland has All Pro upside. ... Comps: Travis Kelce, T.J. Hockenson, Dallas Goedert.

9. DT1 Mason Graham - Michigan

The 21-year-old early declare and national champion has very impressive agility, motor, and hand usage from a low leverage point. Graham (6'3"/296) is undersized (21st percentile weight) with short 32-inch arms (8th percentile), but he maxes out his frame with his competitiveness, first-step quickness, and football intelligence. He lined up between the 2-tech and 4i, often shooting gaps around guards to get into the backfield. His 10% pressure rate is solid but not spectacular, and he didn't win with a bull rush very often which is a staple in the league. His pass rush moves beyond that are clean and he can excel on stunts. Especially for his lackluster size, Graham is good against the run with his active hands and low pad levels. He can get knocked around against combo blocks, but he uses his wrestling background to maneuver and shed blocks. Ultimately his 60th percentile solo tackle rate among drafted DTs since 2005 is good for a non-nose tackle. ... Comps: Grady Jarrett, Braden Fiske.

10. EDGE2 Mike Green - Marshall

Before a legendary redshirt junior campaign with The Herd, Green was a 3-star recruit and silver medalist in Virginia's state wrestling tournament. He only played one season at Virginia before blowing up at Marshall (17.0 sacks and 23.0 tackles for loss in 13 games). He's a stand up edge rusher at 6'3", 251 pounds who thrives on speed and effort rather than power, though he did put up 28 bench press reps for what it's worth. He rarely rushed inside and only used the bull rush 6 times. Green's spin move and motor stood out against Ohio State, but he's also effective on stunts, rip-and-dip moves, and on chase-down plays. His 24% pressure rate when rushing from the C-gap or wider highlights his ability to make slow-footed OTs nervous, and he backed it up with a 96th percentile three cone at his pro day. Against the run, Green can get knocked back against tackles, but he was also a crafty run defender against TEs and on the backside. His TFLs put him in the 93rd percentile among drafted EDGEs since 2005, but he has 0th percentile hands, 8th percentile arms, and 22nd percentile weight. Green's Senior Bowl practices alleviated some concerns about his lower level of competition, which stood out on tape.

Unfortunately, Green was dismissed from Virginia and his old coach gave a no comment on why. The Athletic's Dane Brugler hinted at character concerns here, and there are some unsubstantiated reasons why online if you want to dig for them yourselves. I obviously have no idea what is true or not. I just know he was kicked off Virginia.

11. EDGE3 Mykel Williams - Georgia

The 20-year-old—yes 20 years old—early declare from Georgia made an impact early, playing real snaps during the Bulldogs' 2022 national championship run. His bullrush sack as an 18-year-old against No. 6 overall pick Paris Johnson showcased his raw power. Williams stands at 6'5", 265 pounds with long arms (34.25 inches) and he consistently collapsed pockets and stood his ground against the run. He maintained a relentless motor despite an ankle injury. His 12% pressure rate and 5.0 sacks in 12 games don’t fully reflect his pass-rush upside, as he had equal pass rush snaps up the A- or B-gap as he did on the outside. It also doesn't account for his run defense, where he controls his gap and can work back inside to make tackles. If he can get back to full health and has more freedom to attack outside, Williams' blend of length, power, and motor could translate into high-level production. The partial stiffness likely caps his total ceiling, however. ... Comps: Preston Smith, George Karlaftis.

12. RB1 Ashton Jeanty - Boise State

The 21-year-old early declare is the best rushing prospect since Saquon Barkley, posting a ridiculous 195 total YPG and 30 TDs in 14 games, ranking in the 99th percentile of PPR points per game among drafted RBs since 2005. At 5'8"/218 with a 98th percentile BMI, he combines rare contact balance, core strength, and a low center of gravity that allows him to absorb and shed hits with ease. He runs through defenders like a Looney Tunes highlight reel, making LBs bounce off him and leaving DBs on the ground. PFF charted him with 158 forced missed tackles on 388 carries last year. That feels like a record. While his long speed is more good than elite, he has plenty to break off 50+ yard scores with quality vision and quick decision making. Jeanty is scheme versatile and solid as a receiver (43-589-5, 23-138-0 receiving lines), comfortable with screens, fast 3s, and quick outs. Just don't expect real route running like Christian McCaffrey types. ... Comps: Nick Chubb, Ezekiel Elliott.

13. WR3 Emeka Egbuka - Ohio State

The senior is a classic, reliable slot receiver with more speed and size (6'1", 201) than most inside receivers. He has an excellent feel for zone coverage, making himself QB-friendly by breaking at the right time when being passed off and coming back to the ball. Ohio State’s all-time leader in receptions (205), Egbuka averaged 89 yards per game with C.J. Stroud in 2022 before playing in a more balanced Chip Kelly offense (63 YPG) as a senior, where he still led the team in receptions over five-star phenom Jeremiah Smith. Egbuka has enough speed (4.48 forty) to threaten defenses on seam balls, crossers, and outs, and his 2022 tape showcases more reps of him winning vertically. Notably, he had success in man coverage against Mike Sainristil and Georgia’s secondary, proving he’s more than just a zone-beater. He's also a willing and physical blocker, making him a candidate to stay in 2-WR sets despite his slot-based profile. Egbuka is polished with a very high floor who can be unlocked by a veteran pocket quarterback who will put all his trust into him. He will help win meaningful games. Like other high-end slot types, Egbuka had a 74th percentile three cone, showcasing his agility. ... Comps: Cooper Kupp, Tyler Boyd.

14. WR4 Matthew Golden - Texas

The 21-year-old early declare became a bigger piece of the Texas offense as the season progressed after transferring in from Houston. Golden (5'11"/191) is an ascending player with elite movement skills (4.29 forty) and very lackluster production (62 YPG). He moved from the slot to out wide but was at his best against off coverage where his speed threatened vertically (17.0 yards per reception) and his ability to snap off out routes was maximized. There was a reason they sprinkled in some cheat motion to get his momentum rolling, and he scored at least three touchdowns on double moves and post routes, too. Golden is alright against press man coverage from the perimeter—he has some impressive pylon routes in the red zone—but his lack of length does show up as a negative there on some in-breaking routes. He made up for it with some spectacular in-air grabs on other plays. Golden easily could see more vertical slot work in the pros, minimizing any blemishes to his game. Ultimately, he should be a high-end No. 2 receiver with a chance to grow into a No. 1 if he can get better with hands on him or tempo his routes instead of constantly going full speed. ... Comps: Stefon Diggs, Will Fuller.

15. EDGE4 Shemar Stewart - Texas A&M

The 21-year-old early declare from Texas A&M is a boom-bust prospect with elite athleticism and power at 6'5"/265. He lit up the NFL Combine with 96th percentile Adjusted SPARQ athleticism featuring a 98th percentile broad jump and 96th size-adjusted forty time. On tape, his best trait was his raw strength, evident in his 22% pressure rate with a bull rush. While he has great initial burst, Stewart's middling 14% pressure rate from the C-gap or wider complicates his profile. He doesn't have a pass-rush plan like others in this range, produced just 1.5 sacks in each of his three seasons, and doesn't have the bend of the true elites. He did play heavier in college, however, which could explain his lack of closing plays. He'll need pass-rush development and to stay at this lighter weight to become a high-end pass rusher, but there are only so many prospects with his athleticism. Stewart also ranked in the bottom 5th percentile among drafted EDGE players with just 6.0 TFLs in 12 games, so he needs development finding the ball carrier, too. ... Comps: Jaelan Phillips, Lukas Van Ness.

16. EDGE5 Jalon Walker - Georgia

The 21-year-old early declare from Georgia played both off-ball linebacker (319 snaps) and EDGE (254 snaps), showcasing versatility, but Walkers upside is at outside linebacker as a pass rusher. He posted a solid 17% pressure rate but had only 6.5 sacks in 14 games because his pass-rush repertoire is still developing. The Bulldogs moved him around the line of scrimmage to take advantage of his elite first step and closing speed. Simply attack the slowest lineman mentality. He'll take most of his NFL snaps as a standup edge rusher where he'll have to win with speed and counters. He had a 61% win rate when cutting inside and routinely chased down plays with rare speed for the position. I'd love him as an occasional spy for that reason. His issue is his outlier size. He's only 6'1"/243 with 32-inch arms. Walker has reps of being swallowed up, and it'll be difficult to win with power in the NFL at that size. He needs a creative defensive linemen and to refine his pass-rush moves to reach his pass-rush potential. There are edges in this mold who can't play run defense snaps and fall into tweener hell. Walker is likely too athletic for that to totally happen, but the margins are being pushed size wise. ... Comps: Nolan Smith, Nik Bonitto, Zack Baun, Byron Young.

17. DT2 Kenneth Grant - Michigan

The 21-year-old early declare and national champion has a rare blend of size and athleticism, earning the No. 3 spot on The Freaks List. At 6'4", 331 pounds (91st percentile weight), he’s an overwhelming force in the middle, dominating centers as a nose tackle (9% pressure rate) while also playing significant snaps in the B-gap (7% pressure rate). His power and ability to bulldoze through combo blocks make him an outstanding run defender, consistently holding his gap or disrupting plays himself. Despite his size, he has surprising agility and quickness, highlighted by a hilarious chase-down tackle on a Penn State running back (see below). As a pass rusher (3.5 and 3.0 sacks), he’s still developing his technique and needs to improve hip flexibility and snap timing, but his flashes show high upside. I liked his 10 pass deflections, too. Given his frame, Grant will likely need to be subbed out for a third of his snaps, but his physical tools make him an exciting interior disruptor. ... Comps: Derrick Brown, Jordan Davis.

18. DT3 Walter Nolen - Ole Miss

The 21-year-old early declare, who transferred from Texas A&M, projects best as a 3-technique. At 6'3", 305 pounds, he looks light for the position and played only 19 snaps as a nose tackle. However, his explosive first step and low pad level make him a disruptive pass rusher, reflected in his 10% pressure rate and 6.5 sacks. While he’s still refining his pass-rush plan, his ability to maneuver through gaps gives him upside as an interior disruptor. He’s an active tackler when in the area, ranking in the 62nd percentile for solo tackles among drafted DTs since 2005, but his lack of density raises questions about his long-term effectiveness against the run. He may need to settle into a rotational pass-rushing role rather than being an every-down interior presence. The Athletic's Dane Brugler mentioned some teams checking in on character.

19. LB1 Jihaad Campbell - Alabama

The 21-year-old early declare has just 1,152 career snaps at off-ball linebacker, but he made 9.0 tackles per game in his first full season as a starter (77th percentile among drafted LBs). He racked up 12 TFLs, showcasing elite chase down speed and a quick ability to diagnose. He'll be great against zone reads in the modern era. His frame is ideal (6'3"/245) and 5-star recruit worthy. He was the No. 1 EDGE recruit (IMG Academy) before making the position switch in college. Campbell deserves pass-rushing snaps, however, after posting a 15% pressure rate when lined up on the defensive line. He has explosive speed and will be a valuable blitzer when lined up at off-ball (5.0 sacks as a junior). His coverage ability is rooted in his elite athleticism, where he tested as an 86th percentile Adjusted SPARQ athlete with 87th percentile speed. He's already solid in man coverage and made some plays in zone (INT vs. Carson Beck), but his coverage instincts and confidence in his assignments will improve with more experience. He's a high ceiling linebacker prospect with a path to edge snaps. Unfortunately, Campbell had shoulder surgery right after the NFL Combine and might have a knee issue. ... Comp: In-development Zack Baun.

20. TE2 Tyler Warren - Penn State

Just about no TE ever had the schemed up usage Warren had at Penn State during his redshirt senior season as their clear-cut best offensive player. 31 screens, leaks, cheat motions, rub routes, wild cat carries. The list goes on, ultimately leading to 77 YPG with 63% of his receptions coming within 5 yards of the line of scrimmage. It's very impressive for a move TE to be involved to that degree inside a 6'5"/256 frame. Warren routinely looked to finish through defenders after the catch and even Mossed some defenders at the catch point on some jump balls. For as productive as he was receiving, he is just an okay route runner and not very graceful. His best isolated route is a 5-yard out route where he can push nickels off of him, but I didn't see game-breaking speed (opted out of testing) and some drops/body catches did come into play. In general, Warren's pass-game production can be unlocked by a willing offensive mind. Because of his relentlessness, he can occasionally move defenders as a run blocker, but most are against LBs, CBs, Ss as a move TE and there were some lost reps because he fell off blocks, perhaps due to his shorter 31.8-inch arms. He can cosplay as a Y TE, but Warren is more in the Trey McBride and Mark Andrews zone than the commonly-compared Rob Gronkowski and George Kittle mold. He's simply not the athlete or in-line blocker that those monsters are. That's okay because he profiles as a productive Pro Bowl potential talent. ... Comps: Mark Andrews, David Njoku, Taysom Hill.

21. CB1 Jahdae Barron - Texas

The redshirt senior (5'11"/200) is a versatile, experienced defensive back who has played outside corner, slot, and even some dime linebacker. He moves like a natural nickel at the NFL level, bringing instincts in coverage and physicality as a tackler. His timing in zone coverage make him a trusted defender, and he consistently fights through contact to disrupt passes. While not the most explosive straight-line athlete, he makes up for it with sharp decision-making and strong ball production—posting 11 pass deflections and 5 interceptions in 2024. Those are elite numbers. His 0.33 yards per man coverage snap in 2024 as a primarily outside corner underscores his ability to stick with receivers underneath, though he can be vulnerable against perimeter WRs downfield. With elite tackle production (78 in 2022) and a knack for blitzing, Barron projects as a valuable chess piece who can match up with pass-catching tight ends and running backs when he's not lined up with receivers. ... Comps: Cooper DeJean, Byron Murphy.

22. OT3 Josh Simmons - Ohio State

He is a senior with experience at both left tackle (Ohio State) and right tackle (San Diego State). At 6'5", 310 pounds, he has an ideal frame and is an excellent athlete, showing fluid movement and the ability to get out in space in a complex Chip Kelly offense. His pass protection was outstanding in 2024, allowing just one pressure on 158 dropbacks at left tackle. He was at more inconsistent 4.1% pressure rate in 2023 over a bigger sample. Simmons brings plenty of physicality as a run blocker, frequently finishing plays with authority. He can get out in space on run plays, too. His draft stock is clouded by a torn patella injury, a devastating setback that has ended many careers and will likely keep him off the field early as a rookie. If fully healthy, he would have been a top-10 player in the class, making him a high-risk, high-reward prospect further down the board. I tried to factor that in here.

23. OT4 Will Campbell - LSU

The 21-year-old early declare and three-year starter at left tackle brings impressive movement skills for his 6’6”, 323-pound frame. Campbell plays light on his feet and with great balance, giving him a calm presence in pass protection. His timing to engage with defenders is a plus, helping him allow just a 3% pressure rate against outside rushers. He was worse on inside moves like every tackle (10% pressure rate), where his concerning length and strength make recovery harder. His biggest red flag is that the pocket collapses because of his lack of strength when he's not getting fully pressured. Campbell is an asset in the run game because of his body control and fluidity. He'll climb to the second level and can be used as a puller. On top of that, there were times where he'd call out incoming blitzers, and I've loved his interviews. It's easy to see why he was a captain. There's positional versatility because of his left tackle experience, but his 77.5-inch wing span is the lowest in Mockdraftable's data set for OTs. Start him at tackle with guard or even center being the backup plan. It's more likely than not that he ends up on the interior, lowering his long-term value because it's so hard to find real LTs.

24. DT4 Derrick Harmon - Oregon

The redshirt junior declare has undergone a long development process after starting at 360 pounds in high school and transferring from Michigan State. Now at 6'4", 313 pounds, Harmon is a versatile defensive lineman who lined up all over the line but profiles as a 3- and 5-technique mostly. His elite 17% pressure rate stands out among interior players, and he does it with arsenal of moves. His 34.4-inch arms are a clear advantage on tape, and it helps him stalk QBs as they move around the pocket and win on bull rushes. He has a good first step (4.95 forty), violent hands, and can even turn the corner when he's stunting. In a small sample of rushing from the A-gap, he had a wild 22% pressure rate and often split between centers and guards. As a run defender, he can hold his own and had above-average production with 58th percentile for solo tackles among DTs. As long as he can keep his weight down, Harmon has a case for an All Pro ceiling and the second-best pass rush chops in this class. ... Comps: Chris Jones, Leonard Williams, Christian Barmore.

Unfortunately, there are reports of a serious medical concern, so I'm trying to account for that here.

25. QB3 Jalen Milroe - Alabama

The 22-year-old early declare is an absurd athlete with two years of starting experience. He projects as one of the best QB rushers in the NFL immediately, excelling in all designed QB runs where he can showcase fringe 4.3s speed and tremendous finishing power. He pulls away from consensus 1st-round SEC safeties on tape. It'd be silly to talk about his rushing anymore. It's obviously special, very valuable, and provides him with some level of floor.

As a passer, Milroe possesses a compact throwing motion with high-end arm strength. He can throw the ball 60+ yards without stepping into passes, but his muscular frame works against his touch. He misfires underneath with too much velocity and is working on selecting the right club to fit balls into windows near the sideline or over the middle. There are simply too many uncatchable passes right now, sometimes even sailing into the cheerleaders section. Some of it stems from his indecision, which forces late-reaction passes without his feet set, but Milroe's feet tied to his throwing motion must improve to be a difference maker. For whatever reason, Milroe's accuracy was better in 2023, particularly on really short and really deep passes. His on-target rate over the middle has been fine throughout possible because his rifle-it-in throwing motion is best suited here.

Milroe is not a risk taker inside the pocket. His deep shots are taken when the play design calls for it or during scramble drills (positive), but he can also turn down some throws or play too quickly in his progressions which causes some missed opportunities. He actually finds the checkdown well and can bail himself out as a scrambler when he does play too fast. His pocket movement is generally good because he doesn't have a retreat problem, but he can absolutely get better at keeping his feet mirrored to his eyes. That does explain some of his inaccuracies. What's fascinating about Milroe is that despite rushing through some progressions, he's also underrated in getting to the backside of concepts. PFF charted him with the best pass grade beyond his first read, with some of those going to checkdowns others to backside digs/curls and others on deep shots outside of the pocket. I threaded a few of them here.

The last note for Milroe is acknowledging this was a brand new offense in 2023 and then again in 2024. After losing Nick Saban to retirement, this roster felt lackluster which did pop up with a lot of drops (5%), poor OT play, and some oddities in the RPO game. It was odd to see as much miscommunication in the quick game, the RPO game, and even the zone read game. Milroe could be to blame for some of this. It also could've been the environment around him. In general, it was the least functional environment a Bama QB has had in quite a while.

While he has work to do, there are real NFL traits already in his bag. Last year, Milroe posted 83rd percentile QBR and 63rd percentile EPA per play among drafted QBs since 2005. His 7.9 yards per dropback when removing RPOs and screens puts him in the upper half of this class as well, and that's with his accuracy being the worst in the class by a wide margin. .

Milroe has top-5 rushing traits and reportedly the character traits to believe in his development as a passer. The accuracy problem follows many jacked QBs, but he should smooth out his stroke and he should get more comfortable with pulling the trigger on intermediate throws with more dropback experience. He needs a half year on the bench before testing just how much of his rushing ability provides a floor to an NFL offense, but if you are searching for hypothetical ceiling, Milroe is your guy. ... Comps: Shrunken Josh Allen, Colin Kaepernick, Justin Fields.

26. CB2 Trey Amos - Ole Miss

The 23-year-old redshirt senior spent three years at Louisiana, one at Alabama, and his final season at Ole Miss. He’s a bigger outside corner at 6'1" with long arms, ranking in the 74th percentile for height and 57th percentile for weight. Amos profiles as a high-end zone corner because his feel for route concepts with his back turned, his communication, his long speed, and ball skills are strong. He made a fantastic INT in quarters against LSU, then had press man coverage wins against Brian Thomas, Xavier Worthy, Brock Bowers, and Roman Wilson, too. His size and football intelligence also showcased with how often he'd push receivers off their route and even out of bounds entirely. Amos is older than most, but he's traded that in for experience that makes me trust him more than others.

27. OT5 Josh Conerly Jr. - Oregon

A 21-year-old early declare and two-year starter at Oregon, Conerly has a lighter build (6'4.5"/311) but has the length (33.5-inch arms) and frame to continue developing. He's long and fast, as seen by playing RB early in high school. Read that again and let that sit with you... His game fits better in zone schemes or as a puller to take advantage of his movement skills and hide his relative lack of power. Currently, he lacks the strength to anchor consistently, can get flat-footed, and tends to play too upright. That shows up as a run blocker and against power rushers in pass protection, but Conerly is such a good athlete that he often can recover his way out of trouble. His 1.9% pressure rate in general is elite, and he allowed 0 pressures against Michigan and Penn State. His long-term potential hinges on improving his density and lowering his base--those are correlated--but the movement skills are enough of a strength to work with already. He may struggle in year one and evolve into a solid long-term starter in the right scheme later on.

28. EDGE6 Donovan Ezeiruaku - Boston College

The 21-year-old senior had a monster final season, posting an elite 16.5 sacks on a 14.7% pressure rate, making him one of the most productive pass rushers in the class. At 6'2", 248 pounds, Ezeiruaku primarily played outside linebacker, occasionally blitzing from off-ball alignments. He’s a pure speed rusher, with a full arsenal of moves—dip, swim, spin—along with the requisite bend to turn the corner. His first step is explosive, too, but he lacks power, which can get him swallowed up by bigger tackles. Against the run, he punches above his weight. Ezeiruaku had 21 TFLs (95th percentile among drafted EDGEs) thanks to extremely long arms (6'10" wingspan), strong backside pursuit, good instincts, and a nice swim move to dart inside. While willing to take on contact, he can get washed out of gaps too often. His high-end production, effort, and first step make him a bet worth taking. ... Comps: Vic Beasley, Will McDonald IV, K'Lavon Chaisson.

29. EDGE7 James Pearce Jr. - Tennessee

The 21-year-old early declare is one of the most explosive speed rushers (4.47 forty puts him in the 97th percentile) in the draft at 6'4", 245 pounds. His elite first step and natural burst helped him post a 24% pressure rate when rushing from the C-gap or wider, consistently standing out as the fastest off the ball. He tallied 10.0 sacks in 13 games as a sophomore before recording 7.5 this year. While he’s pound-for-pound strong, his lighter frame can make him vulnerable against powerful OTs (see: Ohio State’s Donovan Jackson) and prevents him from sliding inside (only 47 pass rushes in the A- or B-gap). He occasionally struggles against down-blocking tackles, ranking in the 40th percentile for tackles for loss among drafted EDGEs since 2005. However, his high motor, backside pursuit, and ability to chase down scrambling QBs and screens make him a disruptive force in both phases. Heck, Pearce even added a Pick 6 while zone dropping into the flats. There are a lot of athletic traits to develop here. The upside is obvious. ... Comps: Brian Burns, David Ojabo.

Unfortunately, there are multiple reports of Pearce being flagged for character. I obviously have no clue what's going on there, but he was ranked highly by Daniel Jeremiah then left out of his mock draft for a reason. The Athletic's Dane Brugler mentioned character concerns here.

30. CB3 Will Johnson - Michigan

The 22-year-old early declare and National Champion is a composed, fluid athlete who thrives in zone coverage. At 6'2", 202 pounds, Johnson has decent length, change of direction, and instincts to read quarterbacks' eyes, making him a strong fit for the modern NFL’s zone-heavy schemes. He’s smooth in his backpedal, with impressive timing on when to break on the ball. While he occasionally presses in short-yardage situations, he primarily operates in off-coverage, where his natural feel for the game shines and his lack of top-end explosiveness is minimized. There were multiple lost reps to Marvin Harrison Jr. and Rome Odunze down the field, neither of whom are burners by NFL standards. Michigan deployed man coverage on just 83 snaps (0.88 yards per coverage snap), leaving some questions about his ability in that area. His knee and toe injuries will need medical clearance, but Johnson’s intelligence, size, and instincts should make him a strong fit for teams that prioritize zone coverage principles.

31. OG1 Donovan Jackson - Ohio State

The 22-year-old senior and National Champion has three years of starting experience at left guard before he filled in at left tackle for Josh Simmons halfway through 2024. While his versatility is a plus, Jackson moves and looks like a guard at 6'4", 320 pounds and is unlikely to start at tackle in the NFL, even with his 84-inch wingspan which is awesome for the interior. He plays with strong upper-body power, low pad level, and good leverage, making him a natural fit in a downhill rushing scheme. His experience in Chip Kelly’s zone-heavy system, which also frequently used pin-and-pull concepts, adds to his overall versatility. His lateral movement is strong, but he can be vulnerable to quick inside rushes and stunts, as seen in reps against Mason Graham (at guard) and Abdul Carter (in his first start at left tackle). If he wins early in a rep, though, he typically stays locked in, making him a dependable interior presence. His 2.5% pressure rate from 2023-24 as a guard is very promising. While we didn't get athletic testing, The Athletic's Freaks List had him with a crazy 1.59 10-yard split.

32. WR5 Kyle Williams - Washington State

The 22-year-old senior is a 5'11", 190-pound speedster out of Washington State with a smaller catch radius. Williams averaged 92 yards per game with 17.1 yards per reception (80th percentile among drafted WRs). His 4.40 speed allows him to stack cornerbacks on vertical routes from the perimeter and out of the slot, but he's most dominant as a yards after catch weapon because of his initial burst. He averaged an elite 13.3 yards after the catch on his 18 screen receptions, consistently splitting defenders. He should be schemed up touches because of his athleticism, but he doesn't have to be schemed up to win. Williams has a nasty release package--ask Travis Hunter who he beat 1-on-1 for a TD--with the speed to separate on runaway routes. He is unlikely to be a possession receiver because of his size, but Williams has high-end No. 2 receiver well within his range of outcomes. In the right offense, Williams will be a scary deep threat. He had the most 20+ MPH plays in the draft class according to GPS tracking. ... Comps: Calvin Ridley, Jeremy Maclin.

33. EDGE8 Nic Scourton - Texas A&M

The 20-year-old early declare had his best season as a true sophomore at Purdue, where he posted a great 17% pressure rate with 10 sacks. He returned home and was told to put on a lot of weight (280+ pounds), which clearly worked to his disadvantage (12% pressure rate with 5 sacks). He looks lethargic in 2024 and very athletic in 2023. The good news is he checked in at 6'3"/257 at the NFL Combine and looked great at his Pro Day despite not testing. It looks like Purdue Scourton is the plan. Sweet. On tape, he wins with a strong bull rush, violent hands, high effort, and the occasional spin move that even beat LT Will Campbell. Scourton's QB pursuit instincts are a positive, so if he can play with more bend and first-step explosiveness like he did in 2023, he has a lot of potential.

34. WR6 Jaylin Noel - Iowa State

The 22-year-old senior is a small (5'10"/194) but explosive receiver with sub-30-inch arms and 9.0-inch hands. Despite his size, he plays with some physicality on deeper passes, though defenders can play through him underneath. His 4.39 speed (87th percentile) and 41.5-inch vertical (95th percentile) make him a dynamic vertical threat, especially from the slot, where he lined up on 60% of his snaps. An excellent route runner, he wins by breaking off the vertical stem on posts, comebacks, and outs, often benefiting from motion to mitigate size concerns. While he won't live outside, he can definitely survive out there for snaps in different personnel packages. Noel posted 85 YPG and accounted for 33% of his team’s receiving yards alongside NFL prospect Jayden Higgins. He projects as a solid No. 2 with a defined role as a vertical slot option. ... Comps: Tyler Lockett, Christian Kirk.

35. LB2 Carson Schwesinger - UCLA

The redshirt junior early declare was a walk on who developed into a high level coverage linebacker. He has just 719 career snaps at off-ball, but he has high-end instincts in zone coverage with the speed to run sideline to sideline and up the seam. Schwesinger diagnoses plays quickly in both phases, consistently beating offensive linemen to the spot against the run, accumulating an absurd 11.3 tackles per game (95th percentile among drafted LBs). The 242-pounder (64th percentile weight) is fluid in man coverage as well, but he's a sensational zone player with multiple interceptions after shuffling and turning while watching the QB's eyes. Schwesinger is an ascending player with the modern day traits to be an every down standout player in every scheme. I loved his interviews.

36. QB4 Shedeur Sanders - Colorado

The 22-year-old senior is an accurate touch thrower from the pocket with mediocre athleticism, subpar arm strength, and a drifting problem. Sanders had to overcome brutal blocking but did have the best WR in the country, an easy schedule, and plenty of easy completions built into the offense. This was absolutely not a pro-styled offense despite OC Pat Shurmur coming from the league. He took 0 under center dropbacks, used 2-TE sets on 3 dropbacks, had 4+ WRs on 73% of dropbacks, huddled on 30% of his dropbacks, and rarely faced a base defense. There were almost 0 reps where he'd have to turn his eyes to the defense post-snap based on the design. Because they couldn't run the ball well, Sanders completed the most screen receptions (102) among Power 5 QBs. This team also threw a lot of hitch routes and some RPO quick game, and generally didn't run a lot of pass-game concepts. Sanders loved to hit Travis Hunter on crossing routes, where he'd routinely moss defenders or run by them. A lot of the reps didn't look like they do on Sundays.

Sanders posted 72nd percentile EPA per play with an okay 7.3 yards per dropback on non-RPO and non-screen throws. Where he wins is with his touch throwing and willingness to throw over the middle. He throws a very catchable, high-arching pass against zone coverage and on back-shoulder throws against man coverage. His accuracy is above average, especially when he's playing with his feet underneath him from the pocket. He played with some anticipation on intermediate passes and did a great job of avoiding turnover worthy plays (1.7%) despite throwing the ball over the middle at a nice rate. He doesn't force many passes (complementary). His arm is just good enough to get the ball to the sideline and just over safeties when he's in the pocket, but it is a well below-average in strength compared to NFL starters and really tailed off when on the move. His size (6'1"/212) works against him here. There were many throws where Hunter and the other NFL Combine invitee receivers bailed him out on under-thrown passes. The worry is that some of these over-the-middle throws that were completed against a 32nd percentile strength of schedule turn into more interceptions against faster-moving NFL defenses.

His biggest concern is his pocket movement paired with his mediocre athleticism. Sanders drifts backwards and laterally constantly, often putting himself in compromised positions. His EPA lost to sacks is in the bottom 5th percentile among drafted QBs and can't be fully put on the offensive line. He shedded some sacks in college, but that'll be more difficult against bigger defensive linemen in the pros. He isn't slow when taking off to scramble or extend plays, but he's not fast and was tracked down in college. His loose feet did create some lost velocity when deciding to throw, and he'll have to stay more disciplined with these reps as the pocket size shrinks at the next level. His scramble production was average, and Colorado didn't use him in the QB designed run game at all. He is an average rushing threat at best compared to NFL starters. His speed and strength are just that.

Sanders ultimately profiles like a replacement-level starter with a low ceiling, perhaps ending up as a quality backup in a timing-based offense that can limit his current pocket-drifting problem. His accuracy, risk-averse decision making, and extreme toughness while taking hits in the pocket pair well inside the pocket. If his sack production improves, then he's a starter in the mold of Teddy Bridgewater. Colorado's lack of play-sheet volume makes him more of a developmental type than a Day 1 starter. It's possible his first starts resemble the Bryce Young rookie season, and Young is a tier above with playmaking ability and didn't show the drift problem nearly as much in college. I struggle seeing how a Sanders-built offense can compete with the top-10 QBs in a playoff game.

37. CB4 Maxwell Hairston - Kentucky

The 5'11"/179 junior is an inexperienced but highly athletic corner with great downhill reaction in zone coverage. He racked up 5 INTs, including 2 pick-sixes, in his first season as a starter, though he struggled playing the ball over the top. His recovery speed (4.28 forty) flashes on tape, particularly in reps against Texas and Alabama. While he’s aggressive and willing to tackle, his smaller frame limits his effectiveness in run support. Injuries and limited man coverage reps (83 career man snaps) leave questions, but his athleticism and zone instincts stand out. The fact that he made 55 solo tackles in his lone full season shows off his competitiveness, so it wasn't a surprise that he was considered a Senior Bowl winner. Throw in his 39.5-inch vertical and 129-inch broad jump at the NFL Combine, and we have a potential game breaker at corner.

38. OG2 Grey Zabel - North Dakota State

The 23-year-old senior from FCS powerhouse NDSU is a versatile offensive lineman who played LT as a senior (1.6% pressure rate) but played RT and LG in previous seasons. He even played center in high school. At 6'5", 316 pounds, he’s on the leaner side for an NFL interior lineman and he's not as long as most OTs (bottom 8th percentile wingspan), but he'll likely get stronger and denser in the pros, ultimately ending up at C or OG. It's easier to start at guard and then learn C for what it's worth. Despite his height, Zabel plays with surprisingly low pad level, which helps him maintain leverage, though there are concerns about his ability to anchor against power rushers. His mobility allows him to get out in space, making him a potential fit in zone-blocking schemes. Reports from the Senior Bowl suggest he was the best player, an important showcase given the lower level of competition he faced in college.

39. OG3 Tyler Booker - Alabama

The 21-year-old early declare has standout leadership qualities, earning comparisons to Will Anderson Jr. from Alabama sources per Daniel Jeremiah. At 6'5", 325 pounds (if not bigger), he brings a massive frame and dominant strength, making him nearly impossible to bull rush. He allowed a mere 2.2% pressure rate at left guard with zero sacks, consistently knocking defenders off balance in one-on-one situations. His biggest area for growth is recognizing and reacting to stunts, where occasional indecisiveness led to pressures—something that should improve with experience. Booker is a powerful finisher in the run game, excelling in downhill schemes, though he’s not fluid in space at all nor fires off the snap at a high rate. That showed up at the NFL Combine where he had a 5.39 forty on a bottom 9th percentile 10-yard split, which he re-ran at his Pro Day but hilariously stopped after running the first 10 yards instead of actually running the forty. Booker could literally be off wide zone boards, as Alabama rarely used them, rather using inside zone and gap schemes. His concerning athleticism caps his upside on the ground. His girth gives him a high floor in the pass game.

40. TE3 Mason Taylor - LSU

He is 21-year-old early declare with steady production, hauling in 36+ receptions in each season while averaging 46 YPG as a junior. At 6'5"/250, Taylor has functional catch-and-turn athleticism, excelling on out routes near the sticks and occasional acrobatic catches up the seam or near sideline. His hands are reliable—55 receptions with only six coming on screens—and he can run a variety of routes. That's where his game starts and ends right now. Taylor's run blocking is underwhelming, as he plays too tall and struggles to generate force with his 42nd-percentile weight. He needs time to develop into a well-rounded player. For now, Taylor is a receiving-first tight end in the 5-15 air yard range with the ability to play in the slot. ... Comps: Hunter Henry, Pat Freiermuth, Dalton Schultz.

41. DT5 Tyleik Williams - Ohio State

The 6'2"/322 senior and National Champion was a four-year contributor who played all across the line but projects as a 1- or 3-tech in the NFL. His 6.5% pressure rate and 2.5 sacks highlight his limited pass-rush upside, though he can collapse the pocket with a bull rush and sets up his teammates for wins, especially on stunts. Occasionally, you will see him come downhill on a stunt with surprising speed. Williams' calling card, however, is as a run defender. His quick first step helps him control gaps and his strength can hold up against combo blocks. While he lacks a go-to move or elite athleticism, his selfless play and ability to anchor make him a reliable, high-floor interior presence with a translatable skill set.

42. RB2 Omarion Hampton - North Carolina

The 22-year-old early declare averaged 169 total YPG and ranks in the 77th percentile of PPR points per game among drafted RBs since 2005. At 6'0"/221 with tree trunk quads, his contact balance is an obvious strength, forcing a missed tackle every 3.8 carries. Jeanty was at 2.5 for reference. Hampton has good burst through gaps and long speed for his size, making him a threat to break long runs. Most of his experience is in a zone-based, RPO and shotgun-heavy offense with just 31 under-center carries over the last two years. His vision can be a little excited, but when he finds the hole, he is a total problem for defenses. As a receiver, he caught 29 and 38 passes in his last two seasons, primarily on swing passes, shovels, and screens, but Hampton occasionally ran option and angle routes, too. His open-field explosiveness and slalom-like agility make him dangerous with the ball in space. He has clear 3-down ability. ... Comps: Joe Mixon, Breece Hall, Melvin Gordon.

43. WR7 Jayden Higgins - Iowa State

The 22-year-old senior is a versatile receiver who runs the full route tree and lines up both inside and out. He excels at setting up breaking routes by threatening vertically, using nice releases to create initial separation. At 6'4"/214 with a 39-inch vertical, he’s a powerful presence at the catch point, making him a reliable jump-ball target and potential red zone threat. Despite his frame, he flashes nice speed on double moves and clocked an impressive 4.47 forty. His 3.2 yards per route vs. man coverage and 91 YPG (33% of his team’s receiving yards) pass all analytical thresholds. Higgins isn't particularly elusive after the catch or special in a straight line, but he can battle with the most difficult assignments as second or third option in the pass game. His ceiling is capped by his lack of burst out of his breaks and immediately after stacking corners on vertical routes. ... Comps: Michael Pittman Jr., Kenny Golladay.

44. CB5 Shavon Revel Jr. - East Carolina

The 23-year-old is a 6'2", 194-pound corner with great size and length (80-inch wingspan), and the closing speed to be a high-end outside corner. He flashed athleticism against Michigan in 2023 with a downfield pass deflection in zone and multiple behind the line of scrimmage tackles against the run. Revel also had a nasty Pick 6 on a flea flicker in another contest. There are highlights here, but it's not a straight forward projection, as he played well below-average competition, had just 68 career man coverage snaps, and is coming off a torn ACL. He looked like an excellent athlete capable of mirroring in man coverage and we know he was a great zone player before his injury, but it's a scary injury at this position.

45. WR8 Luther Burden III - Missouri

The 21-year-old early declare was a 5-star recruit out of high school before having an up-and-down college career. Burden (6'0"/206) played his most outside snaps as a freshman with bad results (24 YPG) and then had an elite sophomore season (93 YPG) as a go-to player from the slot and backfield. He was heavily utilized on screens, option routes, flats, drags, and the occasional slot fade. He's effective after the catch in three ways: speed, agility, and pound-for-pound strength. Burden's flashes as an intermediate player were there, too. He can track the ball well over his shoulder and make acrobatic adjustments when needed. He has real 4.41 speed on crossing and go routes, but Burden has sub-par releases, terrible zone/scramble drill instincts, and tends to be more of a body catcher when working over the middle (8.5-inch hands). There were very few press man coverage reps, as their coordinators tried to hide him. His effort really came and went, as did his final-season numbers (53 YPG and bottom 6th percentile yards per reception). If he plays to his potential, Burden legitimately can be a top-15 overall player as a slot or Z receiver that can ball out with a creative play caller. The athleticism is so obvious. But I worry that the football smarts, effort, and route running will always leave us wanting more. ... Comps: Rashee Rice, Tavon Austin.

46. S1 Nick Emmanwori - South Carolina

The 21-year-old early declare has a massive 6'3", 227-pound frame, putting him in the 98th percentile for weight among safeties. He led South Carolina in tackles as both a true freshman (85) and junior (88), ranking in the 75th percentile for tackles among drafted safeties since 2005. Best utilized in the box, Emmanwori plays aggressively downhill and has the size/speed to match up against tight ends in man coverage. While he flashed playmaking ability with a 101-yard Pick 6 vs. LSU and a 30-yard Pick 6 vs. Kentucky, his deep safety instincts remain a work in progress, with occasional late reactions and coverage busts. Despite his size, he can also be inconsistent in diagnosing run plays in the box and did miss some tackles because of bad angles. Emmanwori projects best as a strong safety in a single-high-heavy scheme, where his versatility and tackling ability can shine.

47. WR9 Jack Bech - Texas Christian

The 22-year-old senior played as a power slot at LSU (out-producing Malik Nabers and Brian Thomas in 2021) before playing outside receiver at TCU. Standing at 6'1" and 214 pounds, Bech can run a full route tree from any position. His route running ability and strong release package consistently has corners in bad positions. He manipulates space and has enough agility (62nd percentile) to get out of his breaks cleanly. Bech can play a physical style over the middle, though he was never used in the screen game (3 receptions behind the LOS last year) or overwhelmed players with his straight-line speed (skipped the forty). He's a trained separator who can absolutely play as a rookie. He averaged 86 yards per game last year, placing him in the 80th percentile among drafted WRs since 2005 and that doesn't include the very mediocre QB play he dealt with. I'd sign up for more power slot work in the big leagues if he's too vertically allergic to be an outside receiver. He can absolutely beat press man coverage underneath and intermediate from both spots. ... Comps: Puka Nacua, JuJu Smith-Schuster, Jakobi Meyers.

48. C1 Jared Wilson - Georgia

The 21-year-old early declare only has one season of starting experience, but he flashes big-time upside thanks to his fantastic 6'3"/310 frame, 32.6-inch arms, and rare athleticism. Wilson's 4.84 forty is one of the fastest ever for an interior lineman, and his explosiveness and change of direction show up on tape, especially in his recovery quickness and ability to climb to the second level. While he was occasionally late reacting to stunts and lost the first step to 3-techs when his guards were pulling, Wilson still graded out well in both run and pass blocking. He dominated Kentucky’s NFL-bound DTs and held strong against Texas and Alabama. He has the build to get even stronger and his movement skills will translate no matter what. This position is partially about helping out the QB, however, so his lack of experience could hurt him early on, but the Athletic's Dane Brugler said his football IQ was impressive for an inexperienced player. Long term, Wilson has a lot of potential.

49. OG4 Tate Ratledge - Georgia

The Bulldog is a three-year starter under Kirby Smart, excelling in a heavy inside zone and power run scheme with valuable real competition experience. Ratledge (6'6"/308) a dominant down blocker with impressive leg drive, with the ability to also be effective as a puller or when working to the second level. His elite athleticism— 95th percentile forty, 94th percentile three-cone, and 88th percentile vertical — closely resembles that of All-Pro guard Joe Thuney, though Ratledge adds a signature mullet to the mix. Both are taller than dense, but play with low pads because of their tools. His aggressive play style brings energy but can backfire when he leans or throws a shoulder instead of maintaining proper form. He has high-end potential in a physical gap scheme, while his movement skills make him a reasonable projection to zone concepts as well.

50. OG5 Jonah Savaiinaea - Arizona

The Wildcats' captain has experience at right guard, right tackle, and left tackle, though his skill set is best suited for guard where he wants to play. At 6'4" and 328 pounds with 34-inch arms, he possesses ideal size for multi-position versatility and wide build that will be difficult to get around on the interior. His impressive 4.95-second forty highlights his surprising straight-line explosiveness, especially effective when working to the second level. He’s a powerful mauler in the run game who looks for work. Savaiinaea can play tall at times in both phases, leading to questionable recovery ability. His broad frame and versatility provide him with a high floor.

51. RB3 TreVeyon Henderson - Ohio State

The four-year contributor and National Champion is a speedy committee member at 5'10"/208 who had below-average rushing production alongside another NFL-caliber back. His 82 total YPG ranks in the 29th percentile among drafted RBs, but his real value lies on passing downs. With a 27-312-7 receiving line as a true freshman and a 75-yard screen TD in the title game this past year, he’s a high-end receiving threat who can run option routes, angles, wheels, and even double moves from the outside. He’s also tough and experienced in pass protection, handling all responsibilities at a high level. As a rusher, he forced a missed tackle every 3.9 carries (average), but he can get a little jumpy and lacks elite play strength between the tackles. In a pass-heavy offense, Henderson can be a highly productive, quickly shifting from receiver to open-space weapon on tape. ... Comps: Tony Pollard, Giovani Bernard, Rachaad White.

52. EDGE8 Landon Jackson - Arkansas

The 22-year-old senior declare was a three-year contributor for the Razorbacks, racking up 6.5 sacks in back-to-back years. His sack, TFL, and tackle production are dead average among drafted EDGE rushers, and Jackson was tasked with playing some 4i where production is harder to come by. He plays with high motor, chaotic hand usage, and lower-body explosiveness with a longer, narrow frame (6'6"/264 and a 92nd percentile wingspan). He gave LSU OT Will Campbell some trouble around the edge, where he can run the loop at a decent clip. Jackson's upright stance cost him a lot of reps against the run, but the NFL Combine drills showcased the agility needed to rush the passer. If he needs to add weight to hold up against the run or to add more inside snaps, he has the frame to do so. He posted a 40.5-inch vertical (98th percentile) as a cherry on top.

53. EDGE9 JT Tuimoloau - Ohio State

He is a senior and National Champion with a strong physical presence at 6'4"/269 (69th percentile weight among drafted EDGEs). Primarily an outside linebacker, Tuimoloau posted an average 14% pressure rate while lining up almost exclusively out wide. His pass-rush wins come more from power than speed, using heavy hands and inside moves, including an effective spin. However, he lacks an explosive first step or high-end bend, struggling in one-on-one matchups against top tackles like James Conerly and Kelvin Banks. Against the run, Tuimoloau is strong as an edge setter with competitive hand-fighting technique, contributing to 22 TFLs in 16 games (78th percentile). While his pass-rush upside is limited, his strength and discipline could make him a valuable run-stopping EDGE or even a candidate to kick inside on certain downs.

54. TE4 Harold Fannin Jr. - Bowling Green

This profile feels too good to be true. 120 yards per game (!!!), including massive ones against Penn State (137), Texas A&M (145), and in the bowl game (213). Fannin is an excellent hands catcher at all levels with athleticism to create separation from all alignments. He has "by you" speed on seam routes and won on breaking routes, even as the isolated receiver at times. Bowling Green tossed him 37 receptions behind the line of scrimmage to showcase his yards after the catch ability (34 forced missed tackles), too. The 20-year-old early declare is undersized (6'3/238), but he is pound-for-pound strong. He'll be a move TE rather than a Y TE in the pros, but Fannin was strong enough and willing enough to be available in 2-TE sets and occasionally as a run blocker in 11-personnel. In fact, he's a positive blocker when working as a puller, slicer, and combo blocker to the second level if he's not spotting 30 pounds on an edge rusher. Ultimately, Fannin's historical receiving profile and explosiveness give him an underrated ceiling in an offense that can pair him with a traditional TE in 12-personnel. ... Comps: Jordan Reed, Jonnu Smith, Chig Okonwko.

55. S2 Malaki Starks - Georgia

The 21-year-old early declare started as a true freshman on Georgia’s National Championship team, and any defensive back from Kirby Smart’s system gets a bump to me. Daniel Jeremiah also noted the Bulldogs rave about his leadership and character. Starks has shown NFL-translatable coverage knowledge, splitting time between the slot and deep safety in 2024. He recorded 77 tackles with downhill aggressiveness. Athletically, he is average at best, which can be seen with some poor angles in deep zone coverage or when covering the vertical from quarters. His slot snaps were mixed, with some first downs allowed and an incredible high-pointed interception near the sideline. Starks' highlights and profile on the surface is exactly what we want, so he could get better with time.

56. QB5 Tyler Shough - Louisville

The 25-year-old redshirt-blueshirt-greenshirt senior had the worst college luck but finally broke out in his lone season at Louisville in a relatively pro-styled system without pro prospects surrounding him. Shough (6'5"/225) has a nostalgic 2010s gameplay with a live arm and a risk averse mind. He's the only prospect in the class with non-shotgun play action reps, and he only had 4 turnover worthy plays on 1st- or 2nd-down all year. His 9% sack rate while under pressure is also the best in the class because he can play through progressions and knows when to throw the ball away (sometimes hilariously too quickly).

Last year's breakout season included 53rd-percentile EPA per play among drafted QBs and an average 7.1 yards per dropback removing RPOs and screens. His intermediate and downfield accuracy were also average, but he has the arm strength to make every throw and be an asset in a play action based system in particular. His standout throws were perimeter throws off of play action, teach tape step up in the pocket throws over the top, and when moved off his spot into the back of the end zone. Shough did not make wow throws every game, but they were sprinkled in throughout the season. In general, Shough has starter level traits when kept clean.

Shough is a good straight line athlete, as seen by his 4.63 forty time at the NFL Combine. He can handle bootleg play action attempts, sprint out of the pocket when needed, and pick up the occasional first down as a scrambler. But he is not laterally gifted and is a cautious rusher. He won't be used in the QB designed game and only averaged 5.0 yards per scramble with a max gain of 9 yards last year. Ultimately, having a -2.4 cumulative EPA on runs is a negative, and it's possible that his injury history has scared him from making more plays with his legs.

Herbert. Then Covid. Then a broken clavicle on a TD run. Then re-injured that same clavicle on a scramble in Week 1 after opting to not have surgery the previous year. Then a scramble-drill ankle sprain turned non-contact broken fibula on the next year. It's as bad luck as it gets. That said, his bones have healed, and he's an extremely mature, motivated person because of the adversity based on the interviews I've heard. I'd rather inherit bone injuries than muscle and ligament damage, but it's not ideal either way. The way those injuries did show up last year was at the collision point. He simply shied away from contact, especially when dodging it outside of the pocket. His turnover worthy plays when not calculated 3rd/4th down prayers where when being chased. His numbers beyond the first read were the worst of the top-5 QBs, too, not because he can't read coverages but because his bad plays were sent into traffic. The panicked plays also came up on some of his play action reps after turning his back to the defense. It's a worrisome trend line.

Overall, Shough can't be written off because he's 25 years old. He's showed too much as a pocket passer with his mind and arm to not take a chance on him at the right cost. He's a great dude with a little more straight-line juice than the Jared Goff styled QB he plays like. If he can stand tall (figuratively) under duress, there are enough tools to see a starter in a structured offense. Whether he does that or not is a complete projection. ... Comps: Old Jared Goff, old Ryan Tannehill, old Mason Rudolph.

57. EDGE10 Bradyn Swinson - LSU

The redshirt senior split between Oregon (3 seasons) and LSU (2 seasons), capping it off with a breakout 2024 season. Swinson posted a stellar 20% pressure rate with 8.5 sacks and 58 tackles, flashing real pass-rush value. A bendy, athletic speed rusher (67th percentile three cone), he excelled as a standup EDGE at 6'3.5"/255 (34th percentile weight). He played the zone read well and even showed comfort dropping into coverage, adding versatility. While he’s athletic in space, his lighter frame makes him vulnerable against the run on early downs. He looks like an EDGE2 or EDGE3 rotational piece where he'll line up out wide.

58. EDGE11 Jordan Burch - Oregon

The 23-year-old redshirt senior started his career with three seasons at South Carolina before transferring to Oregon for two years. A former five-star recruit, Burch put up a solid 8.5 sacks in 10 games last season, but he's generally underwhelmed in college. His pressure rate jumps to 18% when aligned as a 5-tech or wider where he wants to play. At 6'4"/279, he’s an unusually thicccc standup edge rusher, ranking in the 87th percentile for weight while still showing great straight-line athleticism (86th percentile weight-adjusted forty). His bull rush is his best weapon, winning an impressive 47% of those reps, and his 60 tackles at South Carolina highlight his ability to contribute beyond just rushing the passer. There are wasted reps on tape, but his speed-to-power ability is clear and gives him real value. There's upside if everything clicks late.

59. TE5 Elijah Arroyo - Miami

He is a redshirt junior who battled injuries early in his career, leading to just 11 receptions between 2021 and 2023, but he broke out with a 35-590-7 receiving line. With a 13% share of his team’s receiving yards, he only ranks in the 36th percentile among drafted TEs, but his touchdowns place him in the 74th percentile and showcase his explosive play ability. At 6'5"/251, he shows excellent long speed for his size and could be elite in straight-line testing. Arroyo excels on seam routes, wheels, and glance-type routes, and is a play-action threat against linebackers. He's tight laterally and inexperienced on shorter routes, catching just 11 passes between 1-9 air yards. He has room to grow as a run blocker given his size and athleticism, but he wasn't frequently asked to block defensive ends and struggled with slice blocks at times. In general, he can be a traditional TE starter even if he's a boom-bust prospect. ... Comps: Jared Cook, Kyle Pitts, Mike Gesicki.

60. CB6 Jacob Parrish - Kansas State

The 21-year-old early declare played outside corner but profiles as a high-quality nickel at 5'10"/191. Parrish handled top-50 slot WR prospect Jaylin Noel well inside and has the feistiness to shine in traffic over the middle. He's a willing downhill tackler with a lot of athleticism, and he actually handled press man coverage well with very aggressive hands. His recovery skills are solid with a 4.35-second forty and he's generally smooth. His lack of size may limit his ability to hang outside, but Parrish checks a lot of boxes.

61. OT6 Ozzy Trapilo - Boston College

The 23-year-old redshirt senior is a towering 6'8"/316 right tackle with 33-inch arms and a solid athletic profile. Trapilo's forty, agilities, and jumps all land in the 60th percentile range for offensive tackles, and he plays will a well-rounded demeanor on tape. A team captain with starting experience at both left and right tackle, he offers early-career swing tackle potential and some built-in versatility with the experience to compete for a starting job right away. Despite his height, he can anchor well in pass protection and notably held up against Jared Verse's bull rush in 2023. He’s a physical run blocker with a surprisingly quick first step, though he doesn't always stay engaged as long as you'd like. Smart and well-coached under Bill O'Brien, Trapilo looked the part at the Senior Bowl after facing less-than-stellar competition in college.

62. WR10 Tre Harris - Ole Miss

The redshirt senior averaged 129 yards in his 8 games, beating up on lower level competition in a well-oiled Lane Kiffin offense. Harris dominated off man coverage, posting an elite 20.7 yards per target against those looks. His route tree is mostly built on go routes, posts, hitches, and screens. Everything beyond is a projection. There are very few press-man coverage reps to go off of, but he did have nice releases on them and showcased the long speed to sustain separation on downfield patterns. He broke some tackles after the catch and occasionally split safeties for chunk plays. He isn't overly shifty in space, so his game has a lot of sacrificial X receiver to it. Harris is an ascending player, however. He was Malik Nabers' high school QB before switching positions at Louisiana Tech and eventually playing two seasons at Ole Miss. His 4.54 speed and 38-inch vertical are that of a low-end starter who will mostly win near the perimeter and at the sticks. ... Comp: Alec Pierce, Michael Gallup, Cedric Tillman.

63. TE6 Terrance Ferguson - Oregon

The 22-year-old senior contributed for four years with the Ducks but never became a major producer, maxing out at 49 YPG. His 36th percentile career yards per game and 29th percentile weight (6'5"/247) suggest a limited ceiling. While he has 67th percentile speed and can get open on crossers and seams, he struggles badly at the catch point and isn’t a playmaker in contested situations. The Ducks tried to get him involved on the move underneath, but it didn’t translate to big plays. He also opted out of agility testing at the NFL Combine, and on tape, his blocking technique and overall play strength look subpar. He's a receiving-based TE2 on a roster. The sneaky part to his game is that he can break the initial tackle fairly well.

64. S3 Kevin Winston Jr. - Penn State

The 21-year-old early declare has limited experience because of a torn ACL in 2024. Despite the injury, he ran a 4.45-4.50 forty just six months into recovery, which translates to at least 65th percentile speed. At 6'1.5"/215 (83rd percentile weight), he's a physical, smart safety who can make plays both deep and in the box. His tackling stands out, and he flies to the ball with real urgency. However, his athleticism for slot usage and man coverage remains a mystery—Harold Fannin exposed him 1-on-1 for a single rep for example. To be a good safety today, you have to be versatile and trusted. He's both. ... Comp: Harrison Smith.

65. OG6 Marcus Mbow - Purdue

Marcus Mbow is a three-year starter for the Boilermakers, spending two years at right tackle and one at right guard. He's an NFL guard. At 6'4" and 303 pounds, he's undersized for the interior and needs to add weight to handle power in both phases. His 32-inch arms are a major concern against bull rushers while he's currently undersized. That is also true at times on power runs, too. However, Mbow shines as a puller with solid athleticism, highlighted by his 63rd percentile short shuttle and overall usage. They lined him up in the backfield on occasion and got him out in space plenty. His relentless effort stands out, finishing plays by seeking out extra blocks and by diving on top of his own man after knocking him over. Mbow is a fun developmental guard in a zone-based scheme.

66. OT8 Aireontae Ersery - Minnesota

The three-year starter played all of his snaps at LT with great size (6'6"/331). He is difficult to beat around the edge because of his big torso and initial speed out of his pass set. Ersery can toy with edge rushers with his hands, too, but that occasionally got him in trouble, too. His biggest vulnerability is getting beaten inside where his average agility leaves his recovery ability suspect. Because of his experience, Ersery is fantastic at sorting out blitzer, stunters, and finding someone to block in the open field. He plays very intelligently. He is experienced in wide zone and man rushing schemes. He's not overly powerful in his drive because he plays upright, but he's capable of all types of blocks. His best work was in wide zone with the movement skills (92nd percentile weight-adjusted forty) to be used as a puller as well. Ersery should be valued in the wide zone era, even if his recovery skills keep his ceiling in check. There were some reps of him not being an ambitious finisher.

67. CB7 Benjamin Morrison - Notre Dame

The 21-year-old played only six games in 2024 due to a hip injury but was a three-year starter with 6 INTs as a freshman and 10 pass deflections as a sophomore. He showed resilience in his matchup with Marvin Harrison Jr, but his average athletic traits and short 30-inch arms did cost him some reps. At 6'0" and 193 pounds, Morrison brings a physical presence to the line of scrimmage, though he’s not an elite athlete in recovery and was occasionally thrown off balance at the line. He may be better as a zone corner in the NFL and he should be an above-average tackler in the run game. He's a jack of all trades CB2, master of none type if he can bounce back from injury. The Athletic's Dane Brugler mentioned Morrison has had multiple hip surgeries.

68. RB4 Cameron Skattebo - Arizona State

The 23-year-old was a workhorse for Arizona State, dragging them to the College Football Playoff while posting 99th percentile fantasy points per game among drafted RBs since 2005. At 5'9.5" and 219 pounds, Skattebo boasts a 91st percentile BMI, using his massive leg drive to bounce off tacklers and fight for extra yards with outstanding balance. His short-area burst is good (39.5-inch vert), beating defenders to the first down marker on outside runs, even if his long speed is lacking — a trait often overrated for running backs. He excelled in a diverse scheme that included under center runs (rare for 2025 somehow), showcasing his versatility and experience. As a receiver, he's a legitimate weapon, with 99th percentile receiving yards per game, excelling on swings, screens, Texas routes, and even double moves on the perimeter. While his pass protection technique is a mess, often failing to leverage his strength at the contact point, his instincts and drive to find work are commendable. Any suggestions of a fullback role are disrespectful — he looks like a legitimate NFL bellcow. I just worry that his chaotic, physical style doesn't last very long. ... Comps: James Conner, Mark Ingram, Zack Moss.

69. RB5 Dylan Sampson - Tennessee

The 20-year-old early declare is an undersized but compact runner at 5'8"/200, with a dense-enough build (58th percentile BMI) that helps him hold up despite his 4th percentile weight. He exploded in his lone season as a starter, scoring 22 rushing touchdowns (93rd percentile) and posting 82nd percentile adjusted production. His vision and tempo are top-tier. The only way to convert 33-of-36 short-yardage attempts into first downs is by wasting no movement and finishing hard. Coming from Tennessee’s spread offense, Sampson only has 3 career under center carries and benefited from some light boxes. He primarily ran inside zone and gap scheme runs rather than wide zone. He has enough speed to be utilized on the perimeter more if needed, however. In the pass game, he was used in a variety of ways but only had 31st percentile career receiving yards. While he diagnoses blitzes well in pass protection, his smaller frame can be a limiting factor. The scheme and his size make him look like a speedster type, but he plays the opposite on film. A mid 4.4s forty at his pro day confirms he's not a Jaylin Wright speedster. ... Comps: Kyren Williams, Bucky Irving.

70. RB6 Kaleb Johnson - Iowa

The 21-year-old early declare stands at 6'0"/225. He averaged 144 total YPG as a junior and ranks in the 74th percentile of PPR points per game among drafted RBs. Johnson is a patient runner with good decision-making, primarily winning on zone runs. While he lacks elite explosiveness (16th percentile 10-yard split), he forced a missed tackle every 3.4 carries on average, showing compact movement, balance, and sturdiness through contact. He plays with a nice forward lean to finish runs, making him more refined than flashy. As a receiver, he only caught 22 passes as a junior, with most of his targets coming on swing passes, but he has confident hands and more potential in the passing game than he's shown. His YAC effort against Nebraska (see below) was one of the most impressive clips of draft season. On top of that, he's a positive in pass protection with excellent awareness against blitzers paired with the size to hold his ground. Johnson is a well-rounded prospect for a zone-based system, but he lacks a standout athletic trait to truly move the needle. ... Comps: Melvin Gordon, Alexander Mattison.

71. RB7 Quinshon Judkins - Ohio State

The 21-year-old early declare won a National Championship in his lone season at Ohio State after two years as a starter at Ole Miss. Judkins' freshman season was his most statistically productive, averaging 131 total YPG with 51st percentile PPR points per game among drafted RBs. But Ohio State's offense translates to the pros better. On tape, his short strides limit his long speed (4.48 forty) and he's not as laterally gifted as the top-end ball carriers. Instead, Judkins wins with power and high-end short-area burst (97th percentile broad jump and 90th percentile 10-yard split). He rifles through the first level and can bounce of defenders with drive and a stiff arm. His final season included a forced missed tackle on every 4.4 carries on average (slightly below average), confirming that he's more of a consistent finisher (6'0"/221) than an ankle breaker. His vision and tempo are strengths, and he has experience in multiple schemes, so his transition should be simple. Judkins isn't a dynamic receiver or route runner, but he did catch 15-22 passes per year, mostly on swings and check-downs without any noticeable problems. While he does have 3-down potential given his frame and burst, Judkins' skill set leans more toward an early-down power rusher capable of 12+ touches per week. ... Comps: Kareem Hunt, Carlos Hyde.

72. RB8 Damien Martinez - Miami

The 21-year-old early declare posted three efficient seasons, excelling in both under-center wide zone (Oregon State) and shotgun gap/inside zone (Miami) schemes. His versatility shows in his consistent production, averaging over 6.1 YPC every year. Martinez plays even bigger than his 218 weight, while running with patience, physicality, and some wiggle. He led college football in short-yardage success rate on 3rd/4th downs per SIS. He lacks elite speed (47th percentile forty) but tested well in explosiveness (74th percentile broad jump) for his size. While his tape shows some nice spin moves and sharp cuts, he was a non-factor as a receiver (just 10 catches per season) and struggled significantly in pass protection. Martinez is an early-down starter with workload size in either rushing scheme. His 24th percentile fantasy points per game among drafted RBs is the biggest flaw in his profile, but that's largely because Miami used him in a committee and passed the ball a ton.

73. S4 Xavier Watts - Notre Dame

The 23-year-old redshirt senior started for three seasons and finished with excellent production, including 13 career interceptions, though several were opportunistic rather than skill based. At 6'0" and 204 pounds, Watts is slightly undersized (36th percentile) and is structurally a deep safety. His aggressive instincts are evident with 10 pass deflections last season and an impressive dig route cutoff interception. He can be a little freestyler which adds to his production but can also leave him exposed down the field where his inconsistent angles in pursuit are highlighted. He ran the forty in 4.56 seconds (33rd percentile)--and that pops up on tape as a negative--but Watts can run the alley with necessary physicality. He made 82 tackles last year.

74. DT6 T.J. Sanders - South Carolina

The 6'4"/284 redshirt junior is a long and twitchy interior rusher with a solid 13% pressure rate but just 4.0 sacks. Sanders attacks with a clear pass-rush plan, showing the ability to split double teams and consistently target the shoulder of guards to overwhelm them up the middle. While he can win with a bull rush and has impressive movement skills, his run defense remains a work in progress, with only 7 TFLs in 13 games (32nd percentile among drafted DTs). Sanders has intriguing pass-rush upside but needs to improve his ability to anchor against double teams to earn more reps. For now, he's a quality mover who comes equipped with a pass-rush plan.

75. DT7 Darius Alexander - Toledo

The redshirt senior who will enter the NFL as a 25-year-old rookie, which is a big red flag for non-QBs. He also never transferred in the transfer era. Alexander lined up almost exclusively as a B-gap defender at Toledo, with just 9 snaps at 0- or 1-tech last year. At 6'4"/305 with 34-inch arms, he has decent length but carries a slightly sloppy build. His 4.95 forty points to decent explosiveness, as does his strong bull rush against guards. His lack of agility for a 3-tech showed up when attempting to finish plays and working on stunts. Alexander's production (4.0 sacks, 8 TFLs, and 9% pressure rate) are all slightly below average.

76. DT8 Omarr Norman-Lott - Tennessee

The 6'2"/295 redshirt senior played three years at Arizona State before finishing with the Vols. Norman-Lott flashed elite explosiveness with a dominant 22% pressure rate on a minuscule 17 snaps per game in his final season. His speed-to-power bull rush and first-step quickness make him a dangerous interior disruptor, but he lacks the density to hold his gap against the run. With only 6 and 4 TFLs over his last two seasons, his impact outside of passing downs is limited. While his flashes are enticing, his role projects as a rotational pass-rush specialist rather than an every-down player. His unique build includes monster 11" hands and a very low pad level. I appreciated his effort, belly-flop dives at the QB, and his impressive balance/flexibility while fighting in traffic.

77. DT9 Alfred Collins - Texas

The 23-year-old is a massive interior presence at 6'5.5"/332 with 34.5-inch arms and five years of 17+ tackles with the Longhorns. He fully broke out as a redshirt senior with 55 tackles and 6 TFLs, solid numbers for a nose tackle. Despite an 11th percentile vertical, Collins moves better on tape than his testing suggests. He posted a respectable 6% pressure rate from 0- and 1-tech, while consistently eating double teams and flashing real strength at the point of attack against the run. His size and run-plugging ability make him a potential difference maker on early downs, and there's enough pass-rush juice to play on all phases. His double-team win against Georgia was quite impressive. Unfortunately, there are reports of a medical issue here.

78. EDGE12 Princely Umanmielen - Ole Miss

The 23-year-old redshirt senior spent four years at Florida before breaking out with 10.5 sacks at Ole Miss last year. At 6'4"/244, he’s in the 8th percentile for weight among draft EDGEs, but Umanmielen has above-average 34-inch arms and athleticism (56th percentile forty, 62nd percentile 10-yard split, and an impressive 89th percentile vertical). He wins with a diverse set of pass-rush moves (speed rush, dip/rip, spin, etc.) but lacks true bend (33rd percentile three cone) and power, rarely using a bull rush. Despite an excellent 20% pressure rate in 2024 and 8 pressures against Georgia, his 3.0 tackles per game and inconsistent motor make him a situational pass rusher at the next level. His best reps are eye popping.

79. EDGE13 Josaiah Stewart - Michigan

The 22-year-old senior spent two years at Coastal Carolina before finishing his career at Michigan. He’s a speedy outside linebacker with a game built around his burst off the edge, but he has surprising pop as a bull rusher as a change up despite being 6'1"/249 with bottom 3rd percentile arm length. Stewart has moments holding up against the run, but he did only average 3.0 tackles per game and profiles as a rotational EDGE in the pros based on his size. He didn't participate in NFL Combine testing after posting a high-end 18% pressure rate as a senior. His most common move to create pressure was winning with speed around slower-moving OTs.

80. EDGE14 Jack Sawyer - Ohio State

He is a senior, two-year starter, and National Champion cult hero at 6'4"/271. He posted an impressive 18% pressure rate with 9.0 sacks, using a well-rounded pass-rush arsenal led by his bull rush and outside dip. While not an elite athlete, he combines solid burst, endurance, and hand usage to consistently collapse the pocket. His 7 pass deflections highlight his awareness and length, a rare but predictive trait for his position. Though he recorded 59 tackles, his 9.0 TFLs in 16 games (10th percentile) suggest modest playmaking against the run, though he performs better on tape than the numbers imply. At 23 years old as a rookie, Sawyer is likely maxed out physically, but his technique, effort, and pass-rush production make him a strong candidate for a three-down role as a functional EDGE2/3.

81. OT8 Charles Grant - William & Mary

Perhaps the biggest mystery in the draft, Charles Grant is a former wrestler who transitioned to football later than almost all NFL prospects, adding over 50 pounds during college to develop into a high-upside offensive tackle. He stands at 6'5" and 311 pounds with lengthy 34.75-inch arms. He's well built with a narrow waist and big legs, giving him an athletic playing style with notable recovery skills. He's still learning the position and could need years of development to adjust to NFL-caliber competition, but he has the size profile of a difference maker long term. He struggled mightily against Jared Verse way back in 2021 when he was really raw and unfortunately couldn't compete at the Senior Bowl or NFL Combine. His Pro Day was mediocre for a theoretical player; 74th percentile forty, 35th percentile three cone, and 14th percentile short shuttle. Some small school hits have included Jordan Mailata, Terron Armstead, Tytus Howard, and Braxton Jones in recent classes.

82. OG7 Wyatt Milum - West Virginia

The 23-year-old senior has nearly 3,000 snaps at tackle, spending the last three years holding down the left side for the Mountaineers. He’s a savvy, experienced pass protector, but his 32-inch arms are well below the NFL threshold for a tackle, making a move to guard likely inevitable. At 6'6"/313, he's unusually tall for the interior and plays a bit too upright on tape, which could create leverage issues inside. His athleticism is average for a guard (55th percentile forty, 53rd percentile shuttle), and he reportedly had an up-and-down showing at the Senior Bowl after shifting inside. Milum handled some top-tier edge talent like Abdul Carter, and he was very good passing off stunts.

83. CB8 Nohl Williams - Cal

The 22-year-old is a big, physical outside corner at 6'0"/199 with 19 bench reps, using his strength and size to disrupt timing routes. His 4.50 forty is fast enough to hang on the outside, especially given how often he wins in press coverage. He consistently jars receivers off their stem, including reps against Elic Ayomanor and a highlight out-route INT where he jumped the throw with confidence. That aggressive hand usage could lead to flags in the NFL, but it also creates turnover opportunities. He profiles as a boundary press-man corner with real stopping power at the line. If Williams can't get his hands on guys, the lack of athleticism could lead to some big plays allowed.

84. EDGE15 Oluwafemi Oladejo - UCLA

The senior made a surprising transition from off-ball linebacker to edge rusher in his final season after peaking with 91 tackles as a sophomore while at Cal. At 6'3"/259 with an 80th percentile vertical, Oladejo brings excellent size and explosiveness to the position. He only totaled 4.5 sacks on a 12% pressure rate in 2024, and several came purely from effort rather than technique. Right now, he lacks a defined pass rush plan and is clearly a developmental player. Still, his athletic traits and versatility give him intriguing upside if coached up.

85. S5 Andrew Mukuba - Texas

The 22-year-old senior had a breakout season at Texas with 5 interceptions, 7 pass deflections, and 69 tackles after transferring from Clemson. At 5'11" and 186 pounds, he’s in the bottom 1st percentile for weight, which keeps his ceiling fairly low. His 79th percentile forty speed is evident on tape, however, allowing him to cover ground effectively as a deep safety. Mukuba’s instincts and quick reactions stand out, leading to multiple high-level interceptions and pass breakups after reading quarterbacks. He's excellent at finding the backside route and cutting it off on play action plays. While he’s capable of delivering big hits from deep, his small frame will likely limit his effectiveness against the run and on screens. He had very fun college tape.

86. DT12 Ty Robinson - Nebraska

He stayed at Nebraska for a concerning 6 seasons, but he finally broke out as a senior with 37 tackles, 13 TFLs, and 7.0 sacks—slightly above average across the board. His 12% pressure rate is elite, especially considering his best pass-rushing wins came against centers on the interior, where he posted a dominant 16% pressure rate as a 0- or 1-technique. At 6'5"/288 with a tall, lean build, Robinson doesn’t look like a traditional DT, but his 92nd percentile forty and 88th percentile vertical show real explosiveness. He plays upright but uses his length and quickness well. He’s a unique mold with more upside than most in his draft range.

87. DT13 Joshua Farmer - Florida State

The senior and three-year contributor with the Seminoles brings serious length and power to the defensive line. At 6'3"/305 with elite 35-inch arms and a thick lower half, Farmer wins with stack-and-shed technique and a strong initial punch. He played mostly in the B-gap but saw snaps from 2- to 5-tech, posting a 7% pressure rate and even flashed as an edge rusher on occasion. Farmer's production—4.0 sacks, 8 TFLs, 32 tackles—was average, and his 36th percentile forty reflects limited top-end speed. Still, the power and versatility give him rotational upside across multiple fronts.

88. WR11 Tory Horton - Colorado State

The 22-year-old Colorado State redshirt senior is a lean, outside receiver with real speed. Despite coming off a knee injury, Horton (6'2.5"/196) ran a 4.41 forty at the NFL Combine. In 2023, he averaged 95 receiving yards per game on just 11.8 yards per catch (bottom 12th percentile). He caught most of his passes on quick-hitting zone hitches and intermediate crossing routes, which are his best route as it showcases his straight-line speed while minimizing his inability to drop his hips and change directions. His upright play style limits his ceiling. Horton can be a rotational outside receiver, especially in a play action offense that will allow him to run more intermediate and downfield routes than what was asked of him in college.

89. DT14 C.J. West - Indiana

The redshirt senior is an explosive, undersized nose tackle who produced an elite 10% pressure rate from 0- and 1-tech. West was a part-time player but made his snaps count, especially against top-shelf competition in the Big Ten. At 6'1"/316 with 31.5-inch arms, he’s undersized by NFL nose tackle standards, but he makes up for it with leverage, burst (78th percentile forty), and motor. He consistently split center-guard doubles, showed off as a stunt man, and held his own in the run game. He had 40+ tackles in 3-of-5 seasons. There’s a clear path to early-down contribution with pass-rush upside in the right scheme. He might play more 3-tech in the pros, but he was really fun at nose in college.

90. DT15 Shemar Turner - Texas A&M

The 22-year-old senior and four-year contributor at Texas A&M brings versatility along the defensive line, primarily as a B-gap rusher. At 6'3"/290, he plays with an edge but comes in undersized for an interior lineman (bottom 9th percentile weight). His pass-rush production was average—6.0 sacks and 11 TFLs at his peak—with a modest 8% pressure rate from the B-gap and 6% from the A-gap. Turner didn’t test athletically, but he showed good burst on tape when shooting gaps or working in stunts. His intensity sometimes boils over, most notably with a flagrant penalty against Ole Miss, raising questions about discipline.

91. DT16 Deone Walker - Kentucky

The 21-year-old early declare has rare size at 6'7"/340 with a massive 7'0" wingspan. Walker's pass-rush upside is real, especially compared to other nose tackles. When lined up as a 0- or 1-technique, he had 19% and 14% win rates with 7.5 and 1.5 sacks respectively. His wins block out the sun for the quarterback, and his agility is pretty sweet for his size. That said, his run defense is a major concern, with only 5 TFLs last year. He’s often late off the snap and gets driven back, making him a liability on early downs. Remember, low man wins in physics. Walker’s future hinges on his development—his pass-rush flashes are enticing, but he needs serious work to avoid being a situational player. The good news is age is on his side.

92. TE7 Mitchell Evans - Notre Dame

The 22-year-old senior is a big-bodied tight end (6'5"/258) with great hands who looked like a Day 2 talent in 2023 before tearing his ACL. He averaged 53 yards per game that season before his production was cut in half this last season (26 YPG) while returning from knee surgery. Evans is a reliable target against zone coverage, especially on seams and dig routes behind linebackers and in front of safeties. He had some man coverage wins featuring a couple one-handed grabs in traffic. If Evans can rebound to 2023 form, he can be a low-end starter. He split his time evenly between in-line and the slot. His 90th percentile 10-yard split at the NFL Combine is a sign there is sleeper appeal. On a tangent, it was anti American when Notre Dame threw him a flea flicker wheel route while up 35-7 in the 2nd half against Navy. Come on, Fighting Irish!!!

93. LB3 Demetrius Knight Jr. - South Carolina

The 24-year-old's journey is one of resilience—after four quiet years at Georgia Tech, he broke out at Charlotte before finishing his career as a redshirt senior at South Carolina. To support his wife and kids, he even delivered DoorDash after games. What a dog. At 6'3"/235 (30th percentile weight), Knight plays bigger than his frame suggests and is a sure tackler on contact despite his modest overall tackle numbers. His 4.58 speed (63rd percentile weight-adjusted) shows up on film with great closing speed against the run and when he takes off after the quarterback. He does struggle in zone coverage and isn't very nimble in man coverage, profiling as a physical run stopper and potential blitzer in the pros.

94. CB9 Dorian Strong - Virginia Tech

The 23-year-old redshirt senior with 4.5 years of experience has above-average size at 6'1"/195, with a background in press man coverage. Though his testing numbers are underwhelming (34th percentile forty, 38th percentile vert), Strong consistently plays faster than he tests—confirmed by GPS tracking as the 2nd-fastest player at the Senior Bowl. His tape backs it up with smart zone plays, like an interception where he baited Cam Ward by peeling off his man. He shows great eyes and instincts, but where he often wins is by getting early contact at the line and disrupting the timing of the play. His coverage grades and production allowed are among the best in this class per PFF:

95. CB10 Justin Walley - Minnesota

The 22-year-old senior started as a true freshman, has 42 starts as an outside corner, and has starter-level athleticism. Walley (5'10"/194) is physical at the catch point with an aggressive style in all ways. He can be a bit too grabby at times, but that also comes with pass breakups, some downhill INTs, and plenty of tackles against the run with his dense built. He mirrored well in man coverage and showcased 4.40 speed at the NFL Combine, leaving him with a high floor for a position that generally doesn't have that.

96. CB11 Darien Porter - Iowa State

The 24-year-old is a 6th-year player with just one season of starting experience, but he has the most ideal physical profile for the position. At 6'3" and 195 pounds with 93rd percentile arm length, Porter comes equipped with a 4.30 forty (98th percentile) and 88th percentile three-cone, giving him elite straight line speed with great agility, too. On tape, his reaction time often lags behind, making him play slower than his testing numbers suggest within the first 5-10 yards of the play. He also didn't face any top-100 overall WRs on tape, making him a total mystery. His recovery ability is immense, but he put himself in bad spots too often to play immediately. At 24 years old, it's a tough thing to gauge.

97. CB12 Azareye'h Thomas - Florida State

The 20-year-old early declare is a developmental outside corner with great size (6'1"/197) and strong character per Daniel Jeremiah. Thomas is a handful on underneath timing routes when he's in press coverage or when he's identified the concept, as his long arms allow him to play through receivers. He'll have to dominate the line of scrimmage in man coverage because he does not have the recovery athleticism to win downfield. His forty time was in the bottom 8th percentile (4.58 seconds) and he has below average agility. Right now, Thomas doesn't have the footwork and general timing to succeed, and he missed far too many tackles. Age is on his side to develop these skills.

98. TE8 Gunnar Helm - Texas

Gunnar Helm emerged as the Longhorns' top receiving option in his senior year, leading the team in receptions while accounting for 18% of their receiving yards (62nd percentile among drafted TEs since 2005). He was designed first-read targets for him off motion and showcased impressive ball tracking on downfield routes. After the catch, he displayed agility with hurdles and sidesteps to extend plays. While his route running helps him win against man coverage, his run blocking remains a work in progress—though his size gives him the potential to develop into an every-down player if he's not there already. At the very least, Texas tasked him with challenging in-line blocking assignments. Helm profiles as a reliable pass-game Y with an ascending profile.

99. WR11 Elic Ayomanor - Stanford

The 22-year-old early declare averaged 69 yards per game on a struggling Stanford team as a primarily outside downfield receiver at 6'2"/206. His average depth of target stood at 14.9 yards downfield, and that number was even higher against man coverage. Ayomanor's production is mediocre. 2.2 yards per route against man coverage, 43rd percentile fantasy points per game, and a 67th percentile college dominator rating. On tape, he creates some downfield separation with his 4.44 forty, but his ball skills are concerning, often clapping at the ball on breaking routes and letting the ball hit his chest on jump balls. He's not an agile mover in the route, nor makes adjustments with the ball in the air. Ayomanor needs to threaten at multiple levels to open up his downfield ability, but he will play more snaps than his receiving value suggests because he's a physical and willing blocker who can be featured in bunched sets. He has an injury history as well. ACL, MCL and meniscus in high school followed by another knee injury as a freshman. ... Comps: Joshua Palmer, Zay Jones, Ja'Lynn Polk.

100. WR12 Jalen Royals - Utah State

The 22-year-old senior played primarily as an outside receiver at 6'0"/205, often lining up near the sideline in Utah State's unusual splits, but Royals should play in the slot more often in the NFL. He averaged an impressive 119 yards in his 7 games last year (foot injury). That's 92nd percentile fantasy points per game and 2.9 yards per route, though 31% of his receptions were screens. His yards after the catch ability is worth manufacturing touches for and open up his NFL ceiling. Despite coming off injury, Royals had a 95th percentile 10-yard split at the NFL Combine. He's probably a 4.3s guy at full health. His quick feet allow him to split defenders after the catch, occasionally win downfield, and win off the line against man coverage. Royals will likely be an inside-outside low-end starter as long as his hands improve. A majority of his drops were on simple zone-coverage hitches or shorter in-breaking routes.

Some players I wrote up and then didn't put in my top 100. I just can't erase these blurbs after doing the damn work.

OT Cameron Williams - Texas

The 21-year-old early declare is massive (6'6"/334) with 35-inch arms and the biggest hands in the draft class. Despite his impressive frame, Williams is a developmental-only prospect with just 16 career starts and a couple clear flaws on tape. He had 11 false starts and was beaten around the edge too many times to project as a starter right now. When his hands don't land, he can fall off balance quickly, which was seen repeatedly against Ohio State in the playoff. Williams was unable to test due to a knee injury as well. With more refinement, he can be a right tackle starter with ideal size.

LB Chris Paul Jr. - Ole Miss

"Pooh" is a 22-year-old with three years of starting experience, two at Arkansas. At 6'1"/222, he’s in the bottom 1st percentile for weight with short arms. His 4.64 forty (61st percentile) is decent but not special given his smaller frame, but he shows good range in coverage, particularly when tracking running backs into the flats or against TEs on runaway routes. Paul uniquely has excellent timing as a blitzer and was tasked with rushing the passer on occasion, racking up an impressive 20 pressures. His 7.3 tackles per game sit in the 51st percentile among drafted off-ball LBs. ... Upside comp: Ivan Pace.

DT Jordan Phillips - Maryland

The 20-year-old early declare has 0 career sacks and just 3 career TFLs, making him one of the most unproven prospects in the class. At 6'1.5"/312 with a dense build and massive lower half, he’s a compact A-gap body with surprising first-step juice and real power. Despite his 6% pressure rate and awful 8.19 three cone (bottom 4th percentile), Phillips shows flashes of chaos creation (see some of his spin moves against centers). His 31.5-inch arms and lack of agility limit his finishing radius, and his lack of production screams project. Still, the flashes and frame give him developmental upside as a quite poor man’s Vita Vea type.

DT J.J. Pegues - Ole Miss

The 23-year-old former tight end transformed into a disruptive defensive lineman after transferring from Auburn to Ole Miss. Despite testing as a below-average athlete at the Combine, Pegues' tape tells a different story. He’s explosive, versatile, and even got short-yardage wildcat carries on offense. Read that last part again. At 6'2.5"/309 with shorter 32.5-inch arms, Pegues put up 14 TFLs, 42 tackles, and a 12% pressure rate while lining up all across the defensive line, including as an occasional edge rusher with outside chop wins against SEC OTs. All of his production numbers are above average and speak to his unique profile.

EDGE Jared Ivey - Ole Miss

The 23-year-old redshirt senior spent two years at Georgia Tech before finishing his career with three seasons at Ole Miss. He’s a massive presence at 6'6"/274, with the frame to transition inside at the NFL level, though his arm length is surprisingly only average. Ivey's athletic limitations stand out on tape and were backed up in his testing; 5.15 forty (bottom 1st percentile) and 11th percentile three cone. His 7.0 sacks and 13% pressure rate are sub-par and many of them were pocket pushing types or when he went against guards. Ivey's 3.5 tackles per game were underwhelming for his size and continue to show how being overly tall on the defensive line can come with weaknesses. He's a backup EDGE who could have more upside if he transitioned to DT.