Photos used are the property of Bleacher Nation, are used under a license with Getty Images, are used with permission, are fair use, or are believed to be in the public domain. And because the NFL Draft is still 72 days away, I think well have ample time to dig through it all. The NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, which begins Feb. 28. His blocking consistency is an issue, but Kincaid can be a weapon out of the slot. He is still maturing in several areas, but he gives his quarterback a massive target and will show his value as a run blocker immediately. Regardless of the position he plays, Peter Skoronski is a technician and master of the details with impressive footwork, processing and strength. How BC receiver Zay Flowers became one of the most intriguing prospects in the draft, BREAKING: Stanfords Kyu Blu Kelly (@Kbk1Kyu) has been voted National teams CB Practice Player-of-Week by vote from his peers in National WR group.#TheDraftStartsInMOBILE pic.twitter.com/ryYqEPDDq7, Jim Nagy (@JimNagy_SB) February 3, 2023. With his unique mix of elusiveness, vision and power, Bijan Robinson makes defenders miss in different ways. The NFL evaluators have proven to be king at evaluating QB play. Dane Brugler kicks off their summer scouting preview with a breakdown of the quarterbacks to watch for the 2022 NFL Draft. Why? The NFL Draft order continues to reign supreme in the trenches. Ranking Draft Analysts for Cornerback Evaluation. Kmet is an easy player to like (both on and off the field) with outstanding ball skills and body control to dominate the catch point Overall, Kmet is a dependable and physically impressive pass catcher who doesnt have a deal-breaking weakness to his game, projecting as an NFL-ready Y target similar to Jason Witten when he was coming out of Tennessee.. However, he looks like a fish out of water in man coverage, lacking the anticipation or burst to be a playmaker. With the tenacity of a junkyard dog, Devon Witherspoon has read-and-drive quickness to blow up plays in front of him. Dane Brugler of The Athletic is one of those, and on Wednesday Brugler came out with version 2.0 of his 2022 mock draft, this one a two-rounder. Dane Bruglers NFL Mock Draft, 2.0: Which team makes a move up for Bryce Young? ), pushing the value of the top 10 picks for teams who dont need a quarterback? Not only is Peter Skoronski the highest-ranking offensive lineman, but the Northwestern product is also the fourth-best player on Bruglers big board. Information on Bleacher Nation may contain errors or inaccuracies, though we try to avoid them. The most reliable safety scouting amongst analysts comes from The Athletic, Dane Brugler, and Scouts Inc. The Vanilla Gorilla was a constant force for the Razorbacks DL this year and got overlooked in my opinion. It is shocking when you think about how poorly QB selections have gone over the years, but this is a highly variable position to scout and difficult to get right. Who are those guys that are looking like round two but have the round one traits and upside, just maybe haven't put it all together on tape/in college? Follow Dane on Twitter @DPBrugler. At a program known for producing NFL tight ends, Sam LaPorta finished his college career as Iowas all-time receptions leader at the position. But his hands and feet just arent quick enough to routinely win or recover. An undraftable prospect a year ago, Darnell Wright flipped the script as a senior by moving to right tackle and producing impressive tape (including a standout performance against Will Anderson Jr.). What a great time of year! https://t.co/0kId8CpZ7V, Diante Lee (@DianteLeeFB) January 12, 2023. Dave C. It has to be pass rusher. Meanwhile, Scouts Inc. dropped a fair amount in this ranking, suggesting that they might be better at overall rankings than looking at individual positions. Williams sprained his ankle in Tuesday's loss to the Raptors, but he's expected to give it a go in the second game of a back-to-back. @JartaviusM_ x @IlliniFootball pic.twitter.com/NfP8imV3X6, Big Ten Network (@BigTenNetwork) October 29, 2022, (Photo of Bijan Robinson: Ed Zurga / Getty Images). I sure get the feeling they want Young. The analysts averaged a grade of 73.4% in ranking QBs. Oregons Verone McKinley will push the line between aggressive and dirty without fully crossing it. Its something the Jets coaches addressed with him numerous times throughout the week. He played the game of his life against Georgia in the playoffs, showing improved comfort as an improviser. His natural tools and college production (34.0 sacks) are extremely enticing, but you might wish there was more polish for a fifth-year senior. A cover-and-clobber corner, Deonte Banks looks like an impact NFL starter when he trusts his technique. Jartavius Martin (Josephs former roommate) doesnt find the football as well as Joseph, but he is a quick-reaction player with the versatile profile to play single-high or in the nickel. A former tight end at Old Dominion, Keion White is a rangy defender who can spot drop with running backs or collapse blocks off the edge with his physical hands. Subscribe to the Irish Breakdown podcast on iTunes. Stroud and Kentucky star Will Levis are both gaining ground on Alabama's Bryce Young to be the top quarterback on the draft big board of NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah . Jordan Addison skillfully marries his play speed, suddenness and focus as a route runner to create spacing and run-after-catch opportunities. His size/speed alone might land him in the first round, but he has work to do once drafted. Someone will. They describe AV as putting a single numerical value on any players season, at any position, from any year.. Miguel P. Johnson is a solid first-round guy and No. The Athletic Consensus big board earned the top ranking overall. Analysis: There isnt much to disagree with when reading Bruglers analysis of Kmet. Running Back Big Board Ranking Draft Analysts for RB Evaluation The Athletic beat out the NFL Draft order when looking at running back rankings. Stephen P. I had high hopes for Rhyan over the summer, but his 2021 tape was somewhat of a letdown. More likely the early second round. The UF product is 28th overall and has been considered worthy of a first-round selection dating back to last year. That seems appealing, but there are other intriguing receiver options. 2 behind North Carolina's Sam Howell. I know he was cleared to play last year at Clemson, but NFL teams will have different criteria, especially for a potential day two investment. The combined AV of these 5 players represents the Available AV in the first five picks. Why is the league souring on Kayvon Thibodeaux? Dane Brugler Levis is the third quarterback on Brugler's list behind C.J. With the college football season complete, most of the hay is in the barn at this point of the draft process. But teams will be lining up for a chance to find out. Or it was a concentrated effort to use those words for exactly this easy dots to connect and conceal true intentions. I could see a team reaching on him in the second round and betting on his long-term upside or he could fall out of the top 100 because he is that much of a project. That feels like good news if youre hoping for the Bears to address the needs at that position via the draft. View Big Board. TOUCHDOWN MICHAEL MAYER#GoIrish pic.twitter.com/0h7iJ6q3JS, Notre Dame Football (@NDFootball) October 9, 2022. But with The Athletics Dane Brugler releasing an updated look at his top 100 prospect rankings, my eyes are firmly on draft-eligible prospects. Hes a good-sized athlete who can win vertically or with his acceleration. What are the odds that two or three teams get QB crazy (Kenny Pickett, Malik Willis etc. A former five-star recruit, Darnell Wright was considered a draft pick at this time last year. pic.twitter.com/3BZQjG0Tuh, CBS Sports (@CBSSports) November 12, 2022. Here are some highlights that Bears fans should have their eyes on. The Texans at No. There is no significant compensating factor, IMO. Be sure to stay locked into Irish Breakdown all the time! Alabamas Bryce Young is Bruglers QB1. Up next? Relentless workers that will do anything to win. To read Bruglers full Top 300, and to get the full analysis of Notre Dame players click HERE. Considered a potential first-round pick last year, OCyrus Torrence didnt necessarily need to transfer to Florida. He isnt talked about much, but has length, athleticism, and developing pass rush skills. For teams looking for a polished route runner who can uncover quickly in the short-to-intermediate part of the field, Jalin Hyatt wont be valued this high. Links to content and the quotation of material from other news sources are not the responsibility of Bleacher Nation. A former five-star Athlete recruit out of high school, Drew Sanders is a long, lean defender with exceptional range and versatility. Here are former FCS players currently on Brugler's Top 15 position rankings, which can be read here. Ranking Draft Analysts for Safety Evaluation. 49 pick, 2021) out of college, Mauch doesnt have elite length or sand in his lower body, but his movement skills and innate competitiveness will make him an NFL starter early. With his linear explosion and forceful hands, Wilson can swipe, rip or simply go through blockers as a bull rusher. His rush is a little limited with those tall pads, but he can stack, lock out and control blocks, cleaning up in the run game. Like a good ex-hockey player. His relentless nature on and off the field is one of the reasons hes going to have a long, productive NFL career. Feb 25 One of the best weeks on the calendar #NFLCombine 18 21 500 Dane Brugler Retweeted Diante Lee The former Irish star dominated as a senior due to his tremendous physical tools, but Brugler is saying here what Ive said for months, and that is there is a lot of technical work needed with his game. 6-5, 275-lb edge who is an ex-hockey player. But for those coveting field-stretching speed, tracking skills and reliable hands, the Tennessee product will have value in the top 25. Arguably the freakiest athlete in the entire draft, Kelee Ringo has an elite physical profile with his size, play strength and reactive athleticism to make plays in coverage. We could see 10 cornerbacks drafted in the top 75 picks, and I graded five tight ends as top-50 players, which is rare. 23 or the Dolphins at No. Finally, Michigan States Jayden Reed (72nd), Tennessees Cedric Tillman (74th), Penn States Parker Washington (77th), Houstons Nathaniel Dell (86th), Wake Forests A.T. Perry (91st), and Iowa States Xavier Hutchinson (97th) round out the receivers making the cut in the top 100. Will they need to get ahead of the Panthers at No. With his instincts and toughness, Branch projects best as a nickel defender who is sticky in man coverage and reliable in run support. Iowas Tyler Linderbaum is a bad dude. NFL All-Rookie Team: Which players from the 2022 draft class starred in Year 1? The unsung hero of a TCU squad that advanced to the national championship, Steve Avila is a wide-bodied blocker and pulls rushers into his tractor beam with his ability to engulf at the point of attack. Much will be made about Nolan Smiths lack of sack production (12.5 sacks over four years, never more than 3.5 sacks in a season). Western Michigan WR Skyy Moore is underrated also if there is a Cooper Kupp in this draft, it might be him. However, his impressive talent gives him the highest ceiling of any quarterback in this class. I want to highlight which analyst might put together the most useful list of cornerback prospects, or which analyst has a knack for finding mid-round talent. Kenny Pickett killed his interviews at the Senior Bowl and will probably do the same at the combine will it be enough for teams like the Steelers or Commanders to go all in? Robert W. Last year, several teams were trying to trade up because of the number of top-tier prospects. It Sounds Like Keenan Allen Isnt Going Anywhere Either, Report: Georgia DL Jalen Carter Misled Police About Teammates Fatal Crash (UPDATE: Carters Statement). Seems to play with power and grip strength. While his size makes him a complete outlier as an NFL prospect, Bryce Young is an instinctive problem-solver at the quarterback position. Christopher J. Is he a legitimate step below Tyler Allgeier and Kyren Williams? He wont be an ideal fit for every scheme because of his lack of size and length, but he has a vast bag of tricks, including a nasty ghost move that he can pull off at full speed. What are their reservations or concerns with him? Similar to his older brother Azeez (a second-round pick of the Giants in 2021), BJ Ojulari is quick, fast and bendy from anywhere on the field. Below is where the seven former Notre Dame players ranked and part of Bruglers analysis of why he placed them where he did. Suttles: Very few players leave a legacy like Will Anderson's at Alabama. James A. Though some positions (like quarterback) wont have 15 players drafted, all 15 edge rushers in these rankings should be selected in the top 100 picks. A former walk-on tight end, Cody Mauch made a successful transition to offensive tackle, although he projects best as a guard or center at the next level. Andrew Thomas and Ekwonu is a start. After edge rusher, cornerback and tight end are the next strongest positions. These are the big boards I would weigh most heavily when thinking about ranking TEs. The most reliable CB scouting amongst analysts comes from The Athletic, Dane Brugler, and Lance Zierlein. He does a great job framing rushers with light feet and mirror skills. NFL mock draft 2023: Trades for Anthony Richardson, Bryce Young shake up top 10. With the Super Bowl in our rearview mirror, it is time for us to turn our focus to the 2023 NFL Draft. And, no, Van Ness wasnt a starter for the Hawkeyes this past season, but he did play starter-level snaps and led the team in tackles for loss (11). 15 or so in this draft. On this years tape, he dominated at times but also had stretches when he took plays off and consistency was an issue. Dane Brugler. He is one of the best contested-catch tight ends I have ever evaluated. Here, I ranked each analysts average score for different position groupings. Amazing. Based on the average grades for the entire group of analysts, TE is the third most difficult position to rank. Im not sure theres much difference between No. Based on the average grades for the entire group of analysts, WR is the easiest position to rank. For an offense searching for a true Y tight end who can play inline as a blocker and win over the middle of the field as a pass catcher, Michael Mayer will be attractive in this range. Do you think Lloyd has those same capabilities? Analysis: Brugler nails his analysis of Kareem. I followed this up by doing the same with the top 10, top 25, top 50, top 75, and top 100. Based on the average grades for the entire group of analysts, LB is the second easiest position to rank. The analysts averaged a grade of 74.7% in ranking DLs. Similar in ways to Mitch Morse (No. He would have made it if I stretched my list to the top 120. He is agile with his feet and has quick-strike hands that keep his frame square to rushers. 1 player on Bruce Feldmans Freaks List, Mazi Smith has a rare combination of power and athletic traits. The analysts averaged a grade of 73.4% in ranking QBs. It's something the Jets coaches addressed with him numerous times throughout the week. . To me, the most underrated label should go to a player currently projected to be drafted outside the first round (for whatever reason) but should go higher. A team like the Cardinals at No. Thibodeaux is a confident guy, which can also be perceived (or misconstrued) as arrogance at times. With improved discipline, he can be a game-wrecker when he properly uses his long levers. Edge rusher is the top position in this year's class, and it also was the toughest position to stack for these rankings. AV for every player in each draft class was used in conjunction with the big board data to compare big board rankings with NFL success. Where would this years QBs have ranked if compared to last year? The Cubs lefty was dinged with a pitch clock violation in the second inning of Tuesday's 6-3 loss to the Brewers. Johnson needs to show better control at the top of the rush, but his issues are fixable and scouts speak highly of his football character. These are the big boards I would weigh most heavily when thinking about ranking OL. 2020 Draft Picks (Orange): The first grouping represents the first five picks in the 2020 draft. Back-to-back sacks for Will McDonald IV! NFL scouts have submitted their grades on this years pool of eligible prospects, and now begins the cross-checking. Jefferson, Arkansas Heading into spring practice, all signs point to a wide-open year in the SEC for quarterback play. There are only so many defensive linemen in this draft who are 6-5, 320 pounds with long arms and his pissed-off demeanor. 2023 NFL Draft Sleeper Team: Post All-Star Game edition. Thought he would be a top-50 player. 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