Indiana
• Jr
• 6’5″
/ 236 lbs
Projected Team
Las Vegas
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PROSPECT RNK
1st
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POSITION RNK
1st
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PAYDS
3535
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RUYDS
276
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INTS
6
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TDS
48
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A no-brainer at this point. Mendoza is a perfect fit for Klint Kubiak’s offense. Now they need to add more weapons for him in the coming rounds.
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Texas Tech
• Sr
• 6’4″
/ 250 lbs
Projected Team
N.Y. Jets
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PROSPECT RNK
20th
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POSITION RNK
3rd
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Aaron Glenn needs a pass rusher right now, and Bailey fits the bill with an FBS-leading 14.5 sacks last year. He may not have Arvell Reese’s ceiling, but he’s far more technically advanced at the moment. He’ll pair with Will McDonald IV to be a terror on third downs.
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Ohio State
• Jr
• 6’4″
/ 243 lbs
Projected Team
Arizona
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PROSPECT RNK
3rd
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POSITION RNK
2nd
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Cardinals fans may have PTSD from the term “hybrid linebacker,” but Reese is a distinctly different type of prospect than those who came before him with that moniker. He’ll likely end up as a pass rusher, given his absurd ability to generate force on contact. The fact that his pass-rushing tape was so strong without formal training bodes well for his potential.
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Notre Dame
• Jr
• 6’0″
/ 214 lbs
Projected Team
Tennessee
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PROSPECT RNK
7th
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POSITION RNK
1st
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RUYDS
1372
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YDS/ATT
6.9
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REYDS
280
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TDS
21
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There may not be receivers worthy of the No. 4 pick, but there is a running back. Love is a difference-maker perfectly suited for the modern game. His ability as a receiver out of the backfield will help Cam Ward as well.
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Miami (Fla.)
• Jr
• 6’6″
/ 329 lbs
Projected Team
N.Y. Giants
|
PROSPECT RNK
16th
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POSITION RNK
4th
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It’s not technically an immediate need, but with Jaxson Dart’s injury history, keeping him upright is a must. Mauigoa could start inside at guard and eventually take over for Jermaine Eluemunor.
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Alabama
• Jr
• 6’7″
/ 352 lbs
Projected Team
Cleveland
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PROSPECT RNK
4th
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POSITION RNK
1st
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The Browns’ offensive line revamp continues. With their timeline, they have the luxury of taking a high-ceiling prospect who needs development. Still only 20 years old, Proctor has jaw-dropping traits for a player that young. His improvement over the course of last season makes him easy to buy into.
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Ohio State
• Sr
• 6’5″
/ 243 lbs
Projected Team
Washington
|
PROSPECT RNK
9th
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POSITION RNK
1st
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The Commanders have already added multiple players to get more athletic in their front seven, and this would be the cherry on top. Styles is the freakiest linebacker to come out in some time — maybe ever. His ability to do anything Dan Quinn asks would be a far cry from the limited athletes Washington had at the position last year.
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Ohio State
• Jr
• 6’2″
/ 192 lbs
Projected Team
New Orleans
|
PROSPECT RNK
18th
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POSITION RNK
3rd
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REC
51
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REYDS
875
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YDS/REC
17.2
|
TDS
9
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Tyler Shough’s go balls were one of the most impressive parts of his rookie season, but he didn’t have receivers outside of Chris Olave to haul them in. That’s Tate’s specialty, as he has the body control to consistently come down with passes in tight situations downfield.
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Miami (Fla.)
• Jr
• 6’2″
/ 263 lbs
Projected Team
Kansas City
|
PROSPECT RNK
2nd
|
POSITION RNK
1st
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Two of Brett Veach’s worst picks as Chiefs GM — Breeland Speaks and Felix Anudike-Uzomah — came at edge rusher. It’s a difficult position to find game-changers in the 20s and beyond, where the Chiefs typically draft. Bain’s off-field concerns must be vetted, but he qualifies as a game-changer on the field.
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Ohio State
• Jr
• 6’0″
/ 205 lbs
Projected Team
Cincinnati
|
PROSPECT RNK
8th
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POSITION RNK
1st
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Downs is precisely the floor-raiser the Bengals’ secondary needs. His reliability in coverage and as a tackler was missing in Cincinnati last season. Even with the addition of Bryan Cook this offseason, this makes too much sense.
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LSU
• Sr
• 6’0″
/ 187 lbs
Projected Team
Miami
|
PROSPECT RNK
14th
|
POSITION RNK
3rd
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The Dolphins arguably have the worst secondary on paper in the NFL. Delane is a high-floor corner with the kind of scheme versatility new head coach Jeff Hafley will love.
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Tennessee
• Jr
• 6’1″
/ 188 lbs
Projected Team
Dallas
|
PROSPECT RNK
6th
|
POSITION RNK
1st
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McCoy didn’t play this past fall, but that likely won’t stop the Cowboys from adding what could be a No. 1 corner at the next level. His ability in man coverage is second to none in this draft class.
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USC
• Jr
• 5’11”
/ 192 lbs
Projected Team
L.A. Rams
|
PROSPECT RNK
17th
|
POSITION RNK
2nd
|
REC
79
|
REYDS
1156
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YDS/REC
14.6
|
TDS
13
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Lemon feels like a Rams receiver with his savvy as a route runner and physical play style. He can handle more of the dirty work during the season to help keep Davante Adams fresh for the playoffs.
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Oregon
• Jr
• 6’3″
/ 241 lbs
Projected Team
Baltimore
|
PROSPECT RNK
24th
|
POSITION RNK
1st
|
REC
51
|
REYDS
560
|
YDS/REC
11
|
TDS
8
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Sadiq is essentially Isaiah Likely’s replacement in the Ravens’ offense — only with a jetpack. He profiles best as a detached No. 2 tight end who can get vertical and block on the move.
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Penn State
• Jr
• 6’4″
/ 323 lbs
Projected Team
Tampa Bay
|
PROSPECT RNK
15th
|
POSITION RNK
1st
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The Buccaneers land the top true guard in the class. Ioane would pair with Tristan Wirfs on the left side to form one of the NFL’s top blindside-protecting duos.
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Indiana
• Jr
• 6’0″
/ 199 lbs
Projected Team
N.Y. Jets
|
PROSPECT RNK
21st
|
POSITION RNK
4th
|
REC
69
|
REYDS
937
|
YDS/REC
13.6
|
TDS
14
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Cooper is a rugged slot receiver who can absorb more hits over the middle, helping keep Garrett Wilson and Adonai Mitchell healthy outside. He has reliable hands and is outstanding after the catch.
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Georgia
• Jr
• 6’7″
/ 315 lbs
Projected Team
Detroit
|
PROSPECT RNK
25th
|
POSITION RNK
5th
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The Lions’ need at tackle is desperate enough to take whoever falls at 17. Fortunately, it’s one of the strongest positions in the class. Freeling improved significantly over last season and backed it up with a rare combine performance.
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Oregon
• Soph
• 6’0″
/ 201 lbs
Projected Team
Minnesota
|
PROSPECT RNK
38th
|
POSITION RNK
3rd
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Thieneman is the type of versatile coverage player who can be a weapon in Brian Flores’ defense. His range and ball skills are special on the back end.
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Texas A&M
• Jr
• 6’0″
/ 196 lbs
Projected Team
Carolina
|
PROSPECT RNK
12th
|
POSITION RNK
1st
|
REC
61
|
REYDS
919
|
YDS/REC
15.1
|
TDS
12
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The Panthers go wide receiver in the first round for a third straight year. Concepcion brings juice and separation ability that no one else on the roster can match.
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Utah
• Jr
• 6’6″
/ 311 lbs
Projected Team
Dallas
|
PROSPECT RNK
5th
|
POSITION RNK
2nd
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Fano may slip due to length concerns, and if he does, the Cowboys would have no issue adding him to a burgeoning offensive line. He could eventually replace Terence Steele at right tackle and give Dallas one of the NFL’s best run-blocking lines.
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Alabama
• Jr
• 6’1″
/ 211 lbs
Projected Team
Pittsburgh
|
PROSPECT RNK
11th
|
POSITION RNK
2nd
|
PAYDS
3567
|
RUYDS
93
|
INTS
5
|
TDS
30
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The Steelers hired Mike McCarthy to do what Mike Tomlin never could quite get done — develop a young quarterback. Before injuries hit, Simpson flashed plenty of tools over the first half of the season to grow at the NFL level.
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Clemson
• Jr
• 6’3″
/ 298 lbs
Projected Team
L.A. Chargers
|
PROSPECT RNK
19th
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POSITION RNK
1st
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Woods is exactly what the Chargers need along the defensive line — someone with the juice to affect opposing passers. Jim Harbaugh has worked wonders with interior defensive linemen, making this a strong landing spot for Woods to grow.
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Arizona State
• Sr
• 6’6″
/ 321 lbs
Projected Team
Philadelphia
|
PROSPECT RNK
31st
|
POSITION RNK
7th
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The Eagles haven’t taken an offensive lineman in the first two rounds since Cam Jurgens in 2022. Like Jurgens, Iheanachor would be drafted before he’s needed. The Arizona State tackle has all the tools to eventually replace Lane Johnson at right tackle.
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From
Jacksonville Jaguars
Round 1 – Pick 24
Arizona State
• Jr
• 6’2″
/ 203 lbs
Projected Team
Cleveland
|
PROSPECT RNK
23rd
|
POSITION RNK
5th
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REC
61
|
REYDS
711
|
YDS/REC
11.7
|
TDS
9
|
A dream scenario for Cleveland, as an extensive injury history causes one of the draft’s most talented receivers to fall into its lap. Tyson has the high-end separation ability to be a No. 1 at the next level.
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Auburn
• Jr
• 6’6″
/ 276 lbs
Projected Team
Chicago
|
PROSPECT RNK
34th
|
POSITION RNK
6th
|
Faulk fits perfectly with the Bears’ long and physical edge room. He can be an early-down edge-setter, allowing emerging talent Austin Booker to focus on pass-rushing downs.
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UCF
• Sr
• 6’4″
/ 253 lbs
Projected Team
Buffalo
|
PROSPECT RNK
58th
|
POSITION RNK
7th
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Lawrence brings the juice the Bills’ edge group is lacking. He’s one of the draft’s most explosive athletes and showed flashes of turning those traits into production down the stretch last fall.
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Utah
• Soph
• 6’6″
/ 308 lbs
Projected Team
San Francisco
|
PROSPECT RNK
13th
|
POSITION RNK
3rd
|
Lomu is the type of athletic tackle who can thrive in a Kyle Shanahan scheme. He needs to improve his nastiness and play strength, but when Trent Williams decides to hang it up, Lomu should be ready.
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Clemson
• Sr
• 6’7″
/ 317 lbs
Projected Team
Houston
|
PROSPECT RNK
29th
|
POSITION RNK
6th
|
The Texans added another wave of stopgaps along their offensive line. This pick addresses the tackle position long term. Miller improved each season at Clemson and has the power to move the line of scrimmage in the run game.
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San Diego State
• Sr
• 6’0″
/ 195 lbs
Projected Team
Kansas City
|
PROSPECT RNK
27th
|
POSITION RNK
5th
|
The Chiefs lost two starting corners this offseason and backfill with one of college football’s best from last fall. Johnson has a strong history in press coverage that should translate well to Steve Spagnuolo’s scheme.
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Texas A&M
• Jr
• 6’5″
/ 315 lbs
Projected Team
Miami
|
PROSPECT RNK
51st
|
POSITION RNK
4th
|
The Dolphins land one of the draft’s top pass protectors in Bisontis. His ability to maintain a firm pocket stands out on tape. He could stick on the left side and kick Jonah Savaiinaea back to the right side, where he played in college.
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Oklahoma
• Sr
• 6’2″
/ 241 lbs
Projected Team
New England
|
PROSPECT RNK
44th
|
POSITION RNK
5th
|
Thomas is the type of edge bender who can clean up the havoc created inside by Christian Barmore, Milton Williams and Cory Durden. He should be able to pick up where K’Lavon Chaisson left off.
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Tennessee
• Soph
• 6’0″
/ 195 lbs
Projected Team
Seattle
|
PROSPECT RNK
40th
|
POSITION RNK
6th
|
Hood fills the void left by Tariq Woolen on the outside for Seattle. He’s a physical, competitive corner and a much better tackler than Woolen was in this defense.
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