2022 NFL draft – Jeff Legwold ranks the highest 100 prospects

Any NFL draft with no quarterback on the prime of the board is completely different from most editions of the annual affair, and that is the case this 12 months.

And not using a consensus quarterback you may hear extra divergent opinions about how the highest 20 picks will go when speaking to scouts, coaches and normal managers across the league. It is an invite for variations of opinions amongst decision-makers, usually fairly hearty in any draft, to get a bit larger.

In any case, solely 4 occasions prior to now 15 drafts has a quarterback not been the No. 1 decide — Myles Garrett to the Cleveland Browns in 2017, Jadeveon Clowney to the Houston Texans in 2014, Eric Fisher to the Kansas City Chiefs in 2013 and Jake Lengthy to the Miami Dolphins in 2008.

If latest historical past is a information, there shall be a workforce that’s unable and unwilling to be affected person with regards to drafting a quarterback. The primary quarterback of this class might come off the board inside the prime 10 picks, a lot sooner than even the workforce that made the decide had him slotted.

With that in thoughts, we current the Jeff Legwold 100. It is not a mock draft, however as an alternative a rating of the highest 100 gamers, no matter place. As at all times, the highest quarterbacks shall be chosen effectively earlier than the place they’ve been slotted, as a result of there are at all times and eternally two draft boards within the NFL — the quarterback board and the board for everyone else.

And as at all times, in case you disagree with the rankings, you are not alone. However because of all who took the time to talk, reply my pile of questions and put up with this annual undertaking, together with some who’ve put up with it for effectively over three many years.

Notice: Finest verified or electronically timed 40-yard-dash time in parentheses.

1. Evan Neal, T, Alabama, 6-foot-7 ½, 337 (DNR)

Neal performed left sort out, proper sort out and left guard throughout 40 profession begins within the SEC, which is essentially the most NFL-ready convention in school soccer. He is technically sound and fluid in his footwork. Within the uncommon situations a defender will get an early step on him, Neal has top-shelf restoration abilities. Whereas groups have divergent opinions on the place the highest three tackles are on this board, Neal is the clear No. 1 right here.

2. Ahmad Gardner, CB, Cincinnati, 6-2 ¾, 190 kilos (4.41)

Gardner got here inside an analysis eyelash of being No. 1. Past Gardner’s uncommon bodily capability are his capability to keep up focus, fundamentals and footwork whereas being one of many least focused defensive backs in years. It speaks to some inner grit, motivation and satisfaction in your work. Put that in a participant who nonetheless broke up 24 passes, scored three touchdowns and runs 4.4, and that is some secret sauce. Oh, and he did not give up a landing cross throughout his profession.

3. Kyle Hamilton, S, Notre Dame, 6-Four 1/8, 220 (4.59)

Hamilton performs with the type of vary and consciousness coveted in at the moment’s NFL safeties. Hamilton had eight interceptions in 31 profession video games. He missed six video games this previous season due to a knee harm. Some quibble with the 40 time, however he may need led this draft class in how-did-he-get-there performs.

4. Ikem Ekwonu, T, NC State, 6-4, 310 (4.93)

Some personnel evaluators consider he is the No. 1 participant on this board. Ekwonu is definitely some of the entertaining gamers for offensive line coaches, serving up extra pancakes than a truck cease. He is a strong finisher within the run sport and nonetheless ascending on the developmental curve. All the things he does screams potential.

5. Aidan Hutchinson, DE, Michigan, 6-6 5/8, 260 (4.74)

One other participant many expertise evaluators have at No. 1 on the board, Hutchinson is so good he was the runner-up within the Heisman Trophy voting. He had 16.5 tackles for loss final season to go together with a school-record 14 sacks. He is highly effective, versatile, intense and has a knack for successful within the cross rush with expert palms.

6. Travon Walker, DE, Georgia, 6-5. 272 (4.51)

Walker’s run-down of Alabama vast receiver Agiye Hall 24 yards from the road of scrimmage within the nationwide championship sport is likely to be the very best one-play clip of any defensive participant on this draft. He has the rarest mixture of dimension, pace and quickness. If a defensive position coach can unlock a pass-rusher equal to what Walker can already do in shedding blocks within the run sport, Walker shall be a Professional Bowler.

7. Garrett Wilson, WR, Ohio State, 5-11 ¾, 183 (4.38)

Wilson must clean some tough edges in his routes however when he is in a battle for the ball, he wins — a talent way more invaluable in evaluating future NFL wideouts than those that have merely run by open areas in opposition to defenses unwilling to problem them. Wilson had 65 receptions final season with no defender inside 10 yards of him. He had 371 yards receiving within the ultimate three video games in 2021.

8. Nakobe Dean, ILB, Georgia, 5-11 ¼, 229 (DNR)

Dean is a bit smaller than some personnel evaluators like at linebacker. However in at the moment’s NFL, Dean’s protection abilities, toughness and willingness to stay his nostril in as a tackler are coveted. He had shoulder surgical procedure in spring 2021 and did not run at his professional day or the mix due to a chest harm.

9. Jermaine Johnson II, DE, Florida State, 6-Four 5/8, 254 (4.58)

Johnson was on a loaded Georgia protection till he transferred for the 2021 season. He had 70 tackles, 18 tackles for loss and 12 sacks this previous season at Florida State. He additionally did not downshift — in any respect — because the workforce struggled. He has room to develop and the relentlessness to do it.

10. Devin Lloyd, ILB, Utah, 6-2 ¾, 237 (4.66)

With 201 tackles and 14.5 sacks mixed over the previous two seasons, in addition to 43 tackles for loss prior to now three seasons, Lloyd is without doubt one of the best gamers on the board. He beats blocks, can play in protection and has performed each on the sting and at inside linebacker.

11. Kayvon Thibodeaux, DE, Oregon, 6-4, 254 (4.58)

Thibodeaux appears way more proficient and cozy setting the sting in run protection. Whereas Thibodeaux has the entire attributes groups need, his method would not but match his uncommon explosiveness within the cross rush. He is not as fluid as a number of the greatest edge rushers in latest drafts, however there’s a lot, as in gobs, of potential if he will get to work.

12. Charles Cross, T, Mississippi State, 6-Four ¾, 307 (4.95)

Cross performs with immense energy — with game-over power in his palms — and has an 81-inch arm span. He would not transfer as effectively within the open as some tackles however performs with consistency, high quality method and is calm when issues get dicey. He must be a walk-in starter.

13. Treylon Burks, WR, Arkansas, 6-2, 225 (4.55)

Burks appears higher on tape than how he examined this offseason, constantly successful matchups irrespective of the place he lined up within the formation in opposition to a number of the greatest defensive backs within the nation. Burks is a testomony to multisport improvement, taking part in soccer, baseball and basketball in highschool. He was the primary Arkansas vast receiver since 2012 to prime 1,00Zero yards in a season, with 1,104 yards on 66 catches in 2021.

14. Jordan Davis, DT, Georgia, 6-6 3/8, 341 (4.78)

Even the most-grizzled-40-doesn’t-matter personnel government did a double take at Davis’ 4.78 dash on the mix. The Outland Trophy winner will instantly have an effect in opposition to the run given his tendency to show one-on-one blocks into confetti. He has a uncommon mixture of dimension and pace.

15. Tyler Linderbaum, C, Iowa, 6-2 1/8, 296 (DNR)

Linderbaum is an ideal match for groups with the zone run sport of their offense. He’s a former highschool wrestler who certified within the shot put on the Drake Relays. He didn’t run on the mix or a professional day due to a foot harm he suffered within the Citrus Bowl, however he’s a Day 1 starter.

16. Drake London, WR, USC, 6-Three 7/8, 219 (DNR)

London’s 2021 season ended early due to a fractured proper ankle, so he did not run a 40 on the mix, the Trojans’ professional day or his personal professional day April 15. However he ought to transition to the league higher than many on the place due to his ball abilities and the savvy in his sport.

17. Jameson Williams, WR, Alabama, 6-1 ½, 179 (DNR)

Williams tore the ACL in his left knee on Jan. 10 within the nationwide title sport, so he has not been in a position to work out for groups and can want restoration time heading into the season. He caught 15 passes in two seasons mixed at Ohio State earlier than transferring to Alabama. Williams will get to prime pace shortly and is a landing risk to attain, with 4 TDs of at the least 70 yards this previous season to guide Division I. He might want to enhance in opposition to press protection within the NFL.

18. Trent McDuffie, CB, Washington, 5-10 ¾, 193 (4.44)

McDuffie performs with physicality and competes on each down, difficult each route. He constantly wins contested passes and can get entangled within the run protection. His consistency in man and zone coverages will make him a goal for a lot of within the opening spherical, as he is seemingly a walk-in starter.

19. Andrew Booth Jr., CB, Clemson, 6-Zero ¼, 194 (DNR)

Sales space did not run on the mix or a professional day due to a thigh harm. Sales space performed 35 video games for the Tigers however was an ascending participant who made 11 of his 15 profession begins this previous season. His one-handed interception in opposition to Virginia in 2020 is value a glance. He had 5 interceptions over his ultimate 20 video games.

20. Chris Olave, WR, Ohio State, 6-Zero 3/8, 187 (4.39)

Arduous to consider the Buckeyes had Wilson, Olave and Williams in the identical vast receivers room in 2020. The phrase scouts use essentially the most when discussing Olave is “clean,” and when he broke 4.Four within the 40 on the mix it cemented his standing as somebody who ought to contribute early. Olave should get stronger to fend off the extra bodily NFL cornerbacks, however must be a high-volume receiver.

21. George Karlaftis, DE, Purdue, 6-Three ¾, 266 (4.71)

Karlaftis depends on energy and a high-effort method. He might want to diversify his method some in opposition to extra highly effective linemen and keep a bit extra hole self-discipline at occasions. He completed his profession with 25.5 tackles for loss and 12.5 sacks in 27 video games.

22. Derek Stingley Jr., CB, LSU, 6-Zero ¼, 190 (4.37)

If the calendar stated 2019, Stingley is likely to be a top-five decide. But it surely would not, and within the video games he performed over the previous two seasons he carried out effectively beneath his potential in effort and outcomes. Stingley had a Lisfranc harm that required surgical procedure Sept. 26. At his greatest, he is a prime prospect on this draft, nevertheless it has been two years since evaluators have seen his greatest.

23. Trevor Penning, T, Northern Iowa, 6-7 1/8, 325 (4.89)

Penning is hard and bodily, finishes performs and has good flexibility. He was a three-year starter and constantly received his matchups on the Senior Bowl practices. He’ll, nevertheless, have to scrub up the flags (16 this previous season) or defensive linemen will spend a lot of his rookie 12 months baiting him.

24. Daxton Hill, S, Michigan, 6-Zero ¼, 191 (4.38)

There are some defensive backs coaches who consider Hill could possibly be a full-time cornerback, or at the least initially line up because the nickel. He had 115 tackles over his previous two seasons mixed, so he is energetic to the ball and a prepared tackler. Hill broke up 16 passes over his ultimate 20 video games.

25. Devonte Wyatt, DT, Georgia, 6-2 7/8, 304 (4.77)

When Wyatt ran the 4.77 40, he compelled some evaluators to rethink the idea that he was a performance-over-traits participant. He seemingly suits higher in a one-gap system, at the least initially, the place his lateral quickness is a bonus. Wyatt’s greatest soccer is in entrance of him, particularly within the cross rush.

26. Bernhard Raimann, T, Central Michigan, 6-6 1/8, 303 (5.05)

Raimann, a local of Austria, was a decent finish in his first two seasons at Central Michigan earlier than switching to sort out in 2020, so the expansion potential is immense. He might use extra energy in his sport however performs with the savvy and intuition of somebody who has been on the place far longer.

27. Quay Walker, ILB, Georgia, 6-Three ¾, 241 (4.52)

Some say that is too excessive for Walker, and he will not constantly make the splash performs. Belief your eyes, he understands what offenses are attempting to do, performs with recognition and is disciplined in his assignments. Walker waited his flip to play in a star-studded protection, with 15 of his 17 profession begins coming in 2021.

28. Kaiir Elam, CB, Florida, 6-Zero ¾, 208 (4.39)

Elam had a greater 12 months in 2020 as a sophomore than he did this previous season, when he was a bit too fast to seize receivers when he received in hassle. He had 5 of his six profession interceptions throughout his first two seasons. However Elam has the dimensions, pace and quickness to match up in man coverages as a rookie.

29. Malik Willis, QB, Liberty, 6-Zero ½, 219 (DNR)

Willis shall be chosen lengthy earlier than this, however he’s QB1 on this board with the caveat of endurance. He’ll seemingly want a protracted runway to be prepared, however there may be a lot to love about his potential, demeanor, uncommon arm and physicality. Willis wants to scrub up some accuracy points, particularly in high-stress conditions.

30. Desmond Ridder, QB, Cincinnati, 6-Three 3/8, 211 (4.52)

The extra you watch Ridder, the extra he appears like a future starter. There is a toughness, coronary heart and get-off-my-lawn edge in his sport. These traits are extra essential than pro-day throws in opposition to no one. Ridder’s workforce received 44 of his profession begins, and he was 26-Zero throughout his house begins. He closed out his profession with 87 passing touchdowns and 28 speeding touchdowns.

31. Boye Mafe, OLB, Minnesota, 6-Three ¾, 261 (4.53)

Mafe shall be drafted extra for what he might grow to be than for his school manufacturing — 11.5 sacks in his ultimate two seasons mixed, with 13 begins in 19 video games. However he has uncommon explosiveness, and there’s a productive NFL pass-rusher in him ready to emerge.

32. Arnold Ebiketie DE, Penn State, 6-2 3/8, 250 (4.65)

Ebiketie is much more adept within the cross rush than setting the sting within the run sport, however his capability to place tackles off steadiness at first contact within the rush — to go together with his nonstop effort — simply overpowers issues about run protection. Ebiketie performed three seasons at Temple earlier than ending with 18 tackles for loss and 9.5 sacks for the Nittany Lions in 2021.

33. Breece Hall, RB, Iowa State, 5-11 ¼, 217 (4.39)

Corridor is an meeting line for touchdowns, with 56 throughout his profession (50 speeding and 6 receiving). He will get the robust yards when it is a necessity and has the imaginative and prescient to seek out the seams for the large play, with 5 touchdowns runs of at the least 70 yards in his profession. Corridor additionally had top-of-the-line total exercises on the mix.

34. Jalen Pitre, S, Baylor, 5-11, 198 (4.44)

Defensive backs coaches say they wish to coach Pitre. He understands what offenses wish to do and routinely is across the ball, with 19 tackles for loss final season and 36 in his profession. The workforce that appears previous his limitations in protection conditions and asks him to do what he does greatest will get a gem.

35. Roger McCreary, CB, Auburn, 5-11 3/8, 190 (4.50)

McCreary has a bodily edge to his sport, so he is much better when he can match up on receivers on the line of scrimmage. McCreary had 37 passes defensed and 6 interceptions over the previous three seasons.

36. Trey McBride, TE, Colorado State, 6-Three 5/8, 246 (4.53)

It’s a deep class of tight ends, and the way they’re chosen shall be decided by what a workforce is wanting so as to add. McBride, the Mackey Award winner, had 112 receptions throughout his ultimate 16 video games, 90 in 12 video games this previous season. McBride is a prepared blocker however must clean tough edges in his method. The quibble for some is just one landing in 2021 regardless of all of the receptions, however he cannot throw himself the ball within the pink zone.

37. Tyler Smith, T, Tulsa, 6-Four 5/8, 324 (5.02)

It is potential anyone strikes Smith to protect initially to get him on the sphere faster as a result of he’s an upper-tier steamroller within the run sport. Smith overpowers defenders so usually, however he would not at all times have his footwork in cross safety. There’s an excessive amount of potential right here for Smith to attend lengthy to listen to his title on Day 2.

38. Jahan Dotson, WR, Penn State, 5-10 5/8, 178 (4.43)

Dotson will contribute shortly within the slot or in bunch units to maintain cornerbacks from pushing him round earlier than he will get his launch. He had a 242-yard receiving sport in opposition to Maryland in 2021 and is without doubt one of the greatest returners on the board, with a ridiculous 24.6-yard punt-return common in 2020.

39. Zion Johnson, G, Boston Faculty, 6-2 5/8, 312 (5.18)

Johnson began some video games at left sort out, together with 11 in 2020, however he initiatives as a power-first guard within the league. He finishes blocks with loads of zest and often causes defenders some concern at first contact. His footwork in cross safety might want to enhance, particularly in opposition to a number of the faster inside gamers.

40. Kenyon Green, G, Texas A&M, 6-Three 7/8, 323 (5.24)

Inexperienced began video games at 4 completely different positions on the road final season alone — all however middle — however initiatives as a guard who might play at sort out if wanted. He is a strong presence within the run sport who constantly stalls pass-rushers together with his preliminary punch.

41. David Ojabo, OLB, Michigan, 6-4, 250 (4.55)

Ojabo, who ruptured the Achilles tendon in his left foot throughout his professional day exercise final month, could possibly be chosen effectively above this level. Nonetheless, the mixture of labor wanted to clean a few of his tough edges mixed together with his harm restoration might nudge him down the board. He had 11 sacks in 2021 and has astounding bodily capability and upside.

42. Matt Corral, QB, Ole Miss, 6-1 5/8, 212 (DNR)

Corral would require evaluators to seek out the participant he can grow to be after peeling away the advantages of the scheme he performed in. There’s a top-level quickness to his sport, each as a runner and in how he delivers the ball. However Corral takes far an excessive amount of punishment for a participant his dimension, and that may be a tricky lesson as a professional.

43. Kyler Gordon, CB, Washington, 5-11 ½, 194 (4.52)

Twelve of Gordon’s 14 profession begins got here final season, and a few elements of his sport are uncooked. However his bodily capability is obvious and he is on the upswing, as he confirmed an enormous bounce in his degree of play from 2020 to 2021. He knocked down 9 passes and intercepted two this previous season.

44. Christian Harris, ILB, Alabama, 6-Zero ½, 226 (4.44)

He performed 41 video games over three seasons in an elite program with a protracted historical past of NFL defenders. Harris had 27 tackles for loss and 10 sacks in his profession and had three seasons with at the least 63 tackles. He performed inside a lot for the Tide however has the look of an outdoor linebacker within the NFL.

45. Kenny Pickett, QB, Pittsburgh, 6-Three 3/8, 217 (4.73)

Pickett will not wait this lengthy to listen to his title referred to as, and his manufacturing is simple — 12,303 profession passing yards and 13,112 yards of complete offense. He must work by footwork points and impatience within the pocket, typically when there is no such thing as a motive for it, that result in accuracy points.

46. Travis Jones, DT, UConn, 6-Four 3/8, 325 (4.92)

Jones constantly creates inside stress within the cross rush and made essentially the most of his week on the Senior Bowl. He would not have the explosiveness off the snap some defensive position coaches covet, however as soon as the play begins he constantly collapses issues and performs with self-discipline on the level of assault.

47. Nik Bonitto, OLB, Oklahoma, 6-3, 248 (4.54)

Bonitto ought to contribute instantly as a spot rusher, given his bodily capability, flexibility and quickness off the snap. Bonitto had 32 tackles for loss throughout his profession with the Sooners — 25.5 the previous two seasons mixed — to go together with 18.5 sacks over the previous three seasons. He will get overpowered within the run sport at occasions however has an excessive amount of to supply as an influence rusher.

48. Lewis Cine, S, Georgia, 6-2 ¼. 199 (4.37)

Oh, hey, one other Georgia defender. Cine performs with toughness and physicality, as he routinely finishes performs with an exclamation level. He’ll want the best match within the NFL when it comes to what’s requested of him in protection, however he has dimension, elite pace and fervour in his play.

49. Kenneth Walker III, RB, Michigan State, 5-9 ¼, 211 (4.38)

Walker performed one season for the Spartans after 20 video games over two seasons at Wake Forest. He had eight 100-yard video games in 2021 because the Huge Ten’s Offensive Participant of the 12 months and 4 video games of at the least 172, together with a 197-yard, five-touchdown effort in opposition to Michigan. He fumbled simply as soon as final season in 276 touches.

50. Christian Watson, WR, North Dakota State, 6-Four 1/8, 208 (4.36)

Watson is without doubt one of the prospects who benefitted essentially the most from per week on the Senior Bowl, as evaluators noticed him match up with a number of the draft’s greatest defensive backs. Watson gives greater than he was requested to do as largely a down-the-field risk in North Dakota State’s offense. Watson is a protracted strider with elite prime pace. He has return abilities to go together with 57 performs in his school profession of at the least 20 yards.

51. Logan Hall, DE, Houston, 6-6 1/8, 283 (4.88)

He had elbow surgical procedure to shut out the 2021 season, however he did a partial exercise on the scouting mix. Corridor confirmed a much bigger number of strikes in pass-rush conditions than lots of his friends and may contribute shortly. He doesn’t fare as effectively at occasions in run protection.

52. Jaquan Brisker, S, Penn State, 6-1 3/8, 199 (4.49)

The one 40-yard sprint he ran on the mix was a very good one (4.49 earlier than he stated his again tightened up), and evaluators know he performed with a shoulder harm at occasions in 2021. His talent set in protection suits at the moment’s NFL and can get him on the sphere shortly.

53. Skyy Moore, WR, Western Michigan, 5-9 5/8, 195 (4.41)

His draft place shall be impacted by how groups separate his top-shelf manufacturing (1,292 yards receiving in 2021, 1,680 yards receiving over his ultimate 17 video games) in addition to his knack to interrupt tackles. A slight concern? He would not at all times create the type of separation coming out and in of his breaks he should within the NFL.

54. Daniel Faalele, T, Minnesota, 6-8, 384 (5.61)

Faalele, a local of Australia, has performed soccer since 2017 and didn’t play in 2020 (opting out), so he has 4 years within the sport. He’s the draft’s largest participant, with loads of room to develop in his method and understanding of the place. Faalele will want work in cross safety, particularly in opposition to a number of the quick-burst pace rushers, however the energy sport already fits him.

55. Isaiah Spiller, RB, Texas A&M, 6-Zero 3/8, 217 (4.62)

Some will not like his 40 time, however he did not run a 40 on the mix due to a hamstring harm and ran the 4.62 at his professional day. On his aspect of the ledger, nevertheless, are three 900-yard speeding seasons and his potential influence as a receiver.

56. Perrion Winfrey, DT, Oklahoma, 6-Three 5/8, 290 (4.89)

Winfrey ran one 40 on the mix earlier than injuring his left hamstring, however groups had already seen the mayhem he brought on blockers on the Senior Bowl. At his greatest, Winfrey is a extremely disruptive defender who made greater than 40% of his tackles behind the road of scrimmage (17 of 42 in his two seasons). However there are additionally durations of inactivity (11 solo tackles in 12 video games), and he’s hardly ever first off the ball.

57. Bryan Cook, S, Cincinnati, 6-Zero ¾, 206 (DNR)

Prepare dinner, who suffered a left shoulder harm in November and had surgical procedure after the season, didn’t work out on the mix or at his professional day. He’s a former cornerback whose physicality alongside the road of scrimmage and talent in protection — he performed as a slot defender amongst his many duties — will make him a preferred prospect.

58. Josh Paschal, DE, Kentucky, 6-2 5/8, 268 (4.77)

He’s the one three-time, full-season captain in Kentucky’s historical past. With one of many longest résumés on the board, with 52 video games (37 begins) and 37 profession tackles for loss, Paschal ought to contribute instantly as a nickel rusher. He constantly wins off the snap and performs with loads of grit.

59. Sam Williams, OLB, Ole Miss, 6-Three 5/8, 261 (4.46)

On one hand, he’s a participant who struggled, and mightily at that, in opposition to the run. However, Williams is a 261-pound human who ran a 4.46 40-yard sprint with 22.5 profession sacks, together with 12.5 and 4 compelled fumbles this previous season. Ask him to hurry the passer, work on the remaining, and he performs instantly.

60. Phidarian Mathis, DT, Alabama, 6-Four ¼, 310 (DNR)

He did not run on the mix after which informed scouts he wouldn’t run at his professional day due to a hamstring harm. An influence participant who initiatives as a nostril sort out within the NFL, Mathis has been coached effectively and performs a extra superior sport than lots of his friends. Mathis had 12 tackles for loss in 2021 to go together with 9 sacks. He figures to be extra of an early-down participant as a professional.

61. John Metchie III, WR, Alabama, 5-11 ¼, 187 (DNR)

Metchie tore the ACL in his left knee within the SEC championship, and his restoration will influence his rookie season. He initiatives as a slot receiver with craftiness in his routes and elusiveness when he has the ball. He had 1,142 yards receiving in 2021. Metchie was born in Taiwan and lived in Ghana and Canada earlier than coming to the U.S. in highschool.

62. DeMarvin Leal, DE, Texas A&M, 6-Three 7/8, 283 (5.00)

Leal is a prospect who entered the 2021 season way more extremely ranked. A few of the drop is attributed to the work others did to maneuver up, and a few has to do together with his efficiency in opposition to gamers like Neal and Cross. At his greatest he beats blocks and creates havoc, however some within the league consider they only did not see sufficient of his greatest this previous season. Discovering the best place for Leal might take a while.

63. George Pickens, WR, Georgia, 6-Three ¼, 195 (4.47)

He tore the ACL in his proper knee in spring drills final 12 months and performed 4 video games this previous season. The scouts who like Pickens actually like him, and people who quibble a bit marvel if he is bodily sufficient to constantly win the ball in contested conditions. He averaged 15 yards per catch throughout his Georgia profession, 21.Four per catch in restricted responsibility final season (4 video games, 5 receptions).

64. Channing Tindall, ILB, Georgia, 6-1 7/8, 230 (4.47)

Tindall would not at all times play to his top-end pace, however when he does, the potential is simple to see. When he commits and is decisive in his actions, he has uncommon athleticism. He began one 12 months within the ridiculously loaded Bulldogs protection however completed with 67 tackles, 7.5 tackles for loss in 2021.

65. Brian Asamoah, ILB, Oklahoma, 6-Zero 1/4, 226 (4.56)

He is Four inches shorter however six kilos heavier than Hamilton, who’s the highest security on the board, so some evaluators see a tweener linebacker/security. He’s explosive in his pursuit of the ball, and 56% of his tackles have been solo efforts. Particular groups coaches will take notice.

66. Nick Petit-Frere, T, Ohio State, 6-5 1/8, 316 (5.14)

Among the many prime tackles on this draft board, Petit-Frere carries a number of the “yeah, however” caveats. He began video games at each left and proper sort out for the Buckeyes and initiatives, at the least initially, as a left sort out within the NFL. However there are some elements of his sport that want consideration, together with holding his floor in opposition to energy within the cross rush.

67. Tariq Woolen, CB, Texas-San Antonio, 6-Four 1/8, 205 (4.26)

He’s a transformed vast receiver who has performed cornerback solely for the reason that ultimate sport of the 2019 season. Woolen has elite pace (his 40 was tied for the fourth quickest in mix historical past) and a defensive lineman-like arm span of 79 inches. He carries some uncertainty, but additionally a lot potential.

68. Sam Howell, QB, North Carolina, 6-Zero 5/8, 218 (DNR)

He set the college report for complete offense with 11,292 yards, together with three 3,000-yard passing seasons to go together with an 828-yard speeding season in 2021. His accuracy, particularly when he tries to place some warmth on the ball, goes to want consideration, as will his penchant for taking too many hits.

69. Darian Kinnard, T/G, Kentucky, 6-5 3/8, 322 (5.31)

Scouts will at all times increase the pink flag on a lineman who spends an excessive amount of time on the bottom, and Kinnard will get knocked off his ft too usually on the inside. He’s extra seemingly a guard initially after three seasons as a sort out at Kentucky, however when his footwork is true and he latches on, he finishes blocks with energy.

70. Cade Otton, TE, Washington, 6-5, 247 (DNR)

He missed two video games final season with a left foot/ankle harm, which additionally saved him from understanding on the mix and the Huskies’ professional day. In a deep class of tight ends, Otton is without doubt one of the greatest receiver/blocker mixtures due to his exact routes that constantly create separation.

71. Nick Cross, S, Maryland, 6-Zero ¼, 212 (4.34)

He has stated he did not begin taking part in soccer till his freshman 12 months in highschool and initially discovered the sport from YouTube movies. Cross gives a uncommon size-speed mixture on the place and may proceed to enhance. He completed the 2021 season with 67 tackles, three interceptions and two compelled fumbles.

72. Jeremy Ruckert, TE, Ohio State, 6-5 ½, 252 (DNR)

Like many Ohio State tight ends who got here earlier than him, Ruckert wasn’t a high-volume choice within the Buckeyes’ offense — 54 profession receptions in 4 seasons. However he is proven good palms and is a ready-made blocker with loads of toughness. He didn’t run on the mix or Ohio State’s professional day due to a left foot harm.

73. Marcus Jones, CB, Houston, 5-8, 174 (DNR)

He had surgical procedure on his proper shoulder following the season and several other weeks later had surgical procedure on his left shoulder, leading to an incapacity to work out for groups. Jones is an athletic slot cornerback who gives high-end return abilities. He had two kickoff return touchdowns this previous season.

74. Dominique Robinson, OLB, Miami (Ohio), 6-Four 7/8, 253 (4.72)

Robinson was a prep quarterback who arrived at Miami as a large receiver and moved to protection in 2020. With the best teaching and a bit endurance, he has the potential to be an influence rusher. He had two sacks in 2020, 4.5 this previous season and has proven the type of bend/flexibility that might lead to increased manufacturing.

75. Troy Andersen, LB, Montana State, 6-Three ½, 243 (4.42)

A singular athletic profile that features prep state titles within the 100- and 200-meter dashes, first-team All-Huge Sky Convention quarterback his sophomore season and Huge Sky Defensive Participant of the 12 months final season with 150 tackles. Andersen had the uncommon mixture of a sack and 102 speeding yards with two touchdowns throughout the identical sport in 2019.

76. Jamaree Salyer, G, Georgia, 6-3, 321 (DNR)

Salyer performed in any respect 5 spots on the offensive line throughout his profession with the Bulldogs, together with 9 begins at left sort out in 2020 to go together with 11 begins at left sort out this previous season. He initiatives as a guard or proper sort out. He has confirmed versatility for the very best workforce in the very best convention final season.

77. Chad Muma, ILB, Wyoming, 6-2 ¾, 239 (4.63)

His draft place might rely upon which particular groups coach within the league lobbies the loudest. Muma is a extremely productive participant who had 129 tackles final season. He does get caught leaning on some misdirection performs and pre-snap movement.

78. Jalen Tolbert, WR, South Alabama, 6-1 1/8, 194 (4.49)

He was a three-sport athlete in highschool earlier than he missed his freshman season with the Jaguars due to a knee harm. Tolbert’s 143-yard effort in opposition to Tennessee this previous season has gotten loads of consideration within the draft windup. He had six video games final season with at the least 140 yards.

79. Cameron Thomas, DE, San Diego State, 6-Four 1/8, 267 (DNR)

He did not work out on the mix or his professional day as a result of a left hamstring harm. Total, Thomas would not have the explosiveness of different rushers on this class and must get stronger on the level of assault when he is squared up on a blocker. However his 20.5 tackles for loss this previous season are value a protracted look, as he routinely dominated the linemen he confronted.

80. DeAngelo Malone, OLB, Western Kentucky, 6-Three ¼, 243 (4.56)

With an added COVID-19 season, Malone grew to become certainly one of three gamers in program historical past to earn 5 letters. He was barely lighter at his professional day (239 kilos) than he was on the mix. His sport video exhibits a participant who understands leverage in opposition to larger blockers within the cross rush. Malone’s manufacturing — 49.5 tackles for loss over his ultimate 39 video games and 34 sacks — deserves a protracted look.

81. Leo Chenal, ILB, Wisconsin, 6-2 5/8, 250 (4.53)

Chenal has a tricky, bodily presence and is without doubt one of the greatest run-defenders on the board. He’ll want the best scheme match given he is not almost as proficient in protection as some others, however defensive coordinators who maintain him busy with what he does greatest shall be rewarded. Chenal had 115 tackles, 18.5 tackles for loss and eight sacks final season and 42 tackles for loss over the previous two seasons.

82. Cole Strange, G, Tennessee-Chattanooga, 6-Four 7/8, 307 (5.03)

Unusual began two video games at left sort out final season, and a sport at middle in 2019, however he spent the vast majority of his time at left guard. He ought to match properly in a scheme that places him on the transfer. He wants some extra play power as he grows into the NFL however might play shortly in a zone scheme.

83. Coby Bryant, CB, Cincinnati, 6-1 3/8, 193 (4.54)

The Thorpe Award winner would not have the top-end pace a number of the different cornerbacks on the board, however coaches love his all-business method. Bryant stayed busy reverse Gardner within the Bearcats’ protection given few challenged Gardner in a significant approach. Bryant performed an astounding 63 video games throughout his profession — with an added COVID-19 season. He had 51 begins and completed with 10 profession interceptions.

84. Dylan Parham, G, Memphis, 6-2 5/8, 311 (4.93)

He began video games at each guard spots in addition to proper sort out and initiatives as a guard within the NFL. Parham performs with consciousness and makes good choices on the transfer. In the best offense, he’ll contribute shortly.

85. Max Mitchell, T, Louisiana, 6-6¼, 307 (5.32)

Mitchell is a participant with lengthy arms who began video games at left and proper sort out. He routinely shocks rushers together with his preliminary contact and performs with an edge. Mitchell additionally has a protracted résumé, with 51 video games performed over 4 seasons.

86. Kingsley Enagbare, OLB, South Carolina, 6-Three ¾, 258 (4.87)

Ask a scout about Enagbare and the primary two phrases you hear more often than not are “heavy palms.” That is why, regardless of testing numbers that are not all that noteworthy, he constantly strikes blockers off their spots. Some within the league might ask him so as to add some weight and be a defensive finish in a 3-Four or an inside rusher in some specialty packages.

87. Kerby Joseph, S, Illinois, 6-1, 203 (DNR)

Joseph was the primary Illini security since 1989 to earn first-team All-Huge Ten honors, and he did it in his one full season as a starter. A late bloomer, he elected to not run a 40 on the mix or his professional day. He has top-level ball abilities, is clean in protection and has the size (a 79½-inch arm span) of a lineman.

88. Wan’Dale Robinson, WR, Kentucky, 5-8, 178 (4.44)

With the best teaching, Robinson ought to shortly produce huge performs. He runs with imaginative and prescient and works his approach by crowds of defenders with elusiveness. He performed one season at Kentucky (after two years at Nebraska) and was second within the SEC in receiving yards in 2021 with 1,334.

89. Dameon Pierce, RB, Florida, 5-9 5/8, 218 (4.59)

Play after play it is clear Pierce ought to have had way over his 100 carries in 2021 and 106 in 2020. He is robust, bodily, has good imaginative and prescient and finishes runs with intent. It’s certainly one of school soccer’s nice mysteries why he did not have greater than 13 carries in any sport final season and had eight or fewer in 10 video games.

90. Greg Dulcich, TE, UCLA, 6-4, 243 (4.69)

A former walk-on vast receiver for the Bruins, Dulcich developed into a top quality prospect within the passing sport at tight finish. Much more proficient as a receiver than a blocker in the intervening time, he had two 100-yard receiving video games final season and two 100-yard video games (throughout a seven-game season) in 2020.

91. Martin Emerson, CB, Mississippi State, 6-1 5/8, 201 (4.53)

Emerson has attain and fluidity in his sport that has some defensive backs coaches saying he is worthy of a second-round decide. Some will level to 1 profession interception — none prior to now two seasons — and say he was too content material to knock away 16 passes throughout his profession as an alternative of turning extra into picks.

92. Drake Jackson, OLB, USC, 6-2 5/8, 254 (DNR)

He’s a developmental prospect who weighed 254 on the scouting mix after which bulked as much as 273 at his professional day. Some evaluators consider Jackson ought to have performed heavier this previous season. He exhibits the type of bend and flex within the cross rush that’s coveted, however had seven sacks prior to now two seasons mixed.

93. Carson Strong, QB, Nevada, 6-Three 3/8, 226 (DNR)

Some groups will resolve Robust’s proper knee is simply too huge of a medical concern to place him on the board within the first three rounds. On the Senior Bowl, Robust referred to as it osteochondritis dissecans, a joint situation that may trigger ache and hinder movement. He is had two surgical procedures on the knee that required pins for the reason that 2020 season ended, however carried out in Cellular on the Senior Bowl with no brace. Robust has one of many largest arms on the board and an easy launch that’s value a protracted look.

94. Damone Clark, ILB, LSU, 6-2 ½, 239 (4.57)

One other productive participant with a medical concern. Clark had a herniated disc in his again flagged on the mix and has since had surgical procedure that places his rookie season in query. Others have performed after comparable procedures, so his draft standing will rely upon the medical grade every workforce provides him. Clark’s 135 tackles — 15.5 for loss — in 2021 make a strong argument in his favor.

95. Calvin Austin III, WR, Memphis, 5-7 ¾, 170 (4.32)

The tape measure says he is undersized, however his on-field braveness and manufacturing say in any other case. Austin had back-to-back 1,000-yard receiving seasons, averaged 21.1 yards per keep on eight speeding makes an attempt throughout his profession and gives a number of the greatest punt return abilities on this draft board.

96. Abraham Lucas, T, Washington State, 6-6 3/8, 315 (4.92)

His athleticism hasn’t but translated to consistency within the run sport, however Lucas’ work in cross safety is greater than adequate for a Day 2 look. Some offensive line coaches consider he is likely to be a guard sooner or later, however he initiatives for granted sort out initially. A sturdy, athletic participant who began in all 4 of his seasons.

97. Isaiah Likely, TE, Coastal Carolina, 6-Four ½, 245 (4.83)

His potential might not match the joy over his capability to be a top quality presence in a locker room. Probably’s on the upswing as a participant, with 12 of his 27 profession touchdowns coming final season and with a top quality week on the Senior Bowl.

98. Luke Goedeke, T, Central Michigan, 6-5, 312 (DNR)

He didn’t run at both the mix or his professional day due to a hamstring harm, however he did undergo offensive line drills on campus and drew high quality opinions. He started his school profession as a decent finish, moved to sort out and will find yourself a guard. Goedeke performs with an edge and there is an consciousness in his sport.

99. Alontae Taylor, CB, Tennessee, 6-Zero 1/8, 199 (4.36)

Taylor is a participant whom particular groups coaches will pound the proverbial desk for given he is without doubt one of the greatest punt cowl gamers on the draft board. He’s comfy in press man or zone coverages and has elite pace.

100. Isaiah Weston, WR, Northern Iowa, 6-Three ½, 214 (4.42)

By the years, No. 100 is not at all times the 100th-best participant, however somebody who deserves a bit extra consideration. Previous No. 100s have included vast receiver Brandon Marshall, linebacker Shaquem Griffin, linebacker Davion Taylor (chosen at No. 103 by Philadelphia in 2020) and final 12 months, Malcolm Koonce, who was swept up by the Raiders at No. 79. Weston did not simply flip heads together with his mix exercise, he spun them round as evaluators have been compelled to return and look why he had six video games this previous season with two or fewer receptions. He missed the 2018 season with a knee harm and had two seasons — no video games in 2020 and three video games performed within the spring of 2021 — disrupted by COVID-19.

Shut, however not fairly: Kellen Diesch, T, Arizona State; Myjai Sanders, DE, Cincinnati; Lecitus Smith, G, Virginia Tech; Logan Bruss, G, Wisconsin; Charlie Kolar, TE, Iowa State; Brian Robinson, RB, Alabama; Tycen Anderson, S, Toledo; Jelani Woods, TE, Virginia; Justyn Ross, WR, Clemson; Khalil Shakir, WR, Boise State; JoJo Domann, LB, Nebraska; Zach Tom, C, Wake Forest; James Cook, RB, Georgia; Zamir White, RB, Georgia; Josh Jobe, CB, Alabama; Jalen Wydermyer, TE, Texas A&M; Sean Rhyan, G, UCLA; David Bell, WR, Purdue; Micheal Clemons, DE, Texas A&M; Brandon Smith, ILB, Penn State; Derion Kendrick, CB, Georgia; John Ridgeway, DT, Arkansas; Ed Ingram, G, LSU; JT Woods, S, Baylor; Matthew Butler, DT, Tennessee; Cam Taylor-Britt, S, Nebraska and Jalyn Armour-Davis, S, Alabama.