2016 NFL Draft
Big Board:
1. Laremy Tunsil-T-Ole Miss-6’5”-310-Top 5-99
2. Joey Bosa-DE-Ohio State-6’5”-269-Top 10-97
3. Myles Jack-LB-UCLA-6’1”-245-Top 10-97
4. Ezekiel Elliott-RB-Ohio State-6’0”-225-Top 15-97
5. Jalen Ramsey-CB-Florida State-6’1”-209-Top 10-97
6. Jared Goff-QB-Cal-6’4”-215-1st Round-97
7. Vernon Hargreaves-CB-Florida-5’10”-204-1st Round-96
8. Ronnie Staley-T-Notre Dame-6’6”-312-Top 20-96
9. Carson Wentz-QB-North Dakota State-6’5”-237-Top 15-96
10. Leonard Floyd-DE/OLB-Georgia-6’6”-244-1st Round-95
11. Robert Nkemdiche-DT-Ole Miss-6’3”-294-1st Round-94
12. Emmanuel Ogbah-DE-Oklahoma State-6’4”-273-2nd Day-93
13. A’Shawn Robinson-DT-Alabama-6’4”-307-1st Round-93
14. DeForest Buckner-DT-Oregon-6’7”-291-Top 10-93
15. Kevin Dodd-DE-Clemson-6’5”-277-1st Round-93
16. Jack Conklin-T-Michigan State-6’6”-308-1st Round-92
17. Josh Doctson-WR-TCU-6’2”-202-1st/2nd Round-91
18. William Jackson-CB-Houston-6’0”-189-1st/2nd Round-91
19. Reggie Ragland-LB-Alabama-6’1”-247-1st Round-91
20. LaQuon Treadwell-WR-Ole Miss-6’2”-221-1st-90
21. Eli Apple-CB-Ohio State-6’1”-199-1st Round-90
22. Sheldon Rankins-DT-Louisville-6’1”-299-90
23. Corey Coleman-WR-Baylor-5’11”-194-1st/2nd Round-89
24. Austin Hooper-TE-Stanford-6’4”-254-2nd Day-88
25. Taylor Decker-T-Ohio State-6’7”-310-1st/2nd Round-88
26. Shaq Lawson-DE-Clemson-6’3”-269-1st/2nd Round-88
27. Dak Prescott-QB-Mississippi State-6’2”-226-3rd Day-87
28. Paxton Lynch-QB-Memphis-6’7”-244-1st-2nd Round-87
29. Chris Jones-DT-Mississippi State-6’6”-310-1st/2nd Round-87
30. Noah Spence-OLB-Eastern Kentucky-6’2”-251-2nd Day-87
31. Darron Lee-LB-Ohio State-6’1”-232-86
32. Karl Joseph-S-West Virginia-5’10”-205-2nd Day-86
33. Will Fuller-WR-Notre Dame-6’0”-186-1st/2nd Round-86
34. Joshua Garnett-G-Stanford-6’4”-312-2nd Round-86
35. Jarran Reed-DT-Alabama-6’3”-307-1st/2nd Round-86
36. Kenneth Dixon-RB-Louisiana Tech-5’10”-215-2nd Day-85
37. Hunter Henry-TE-Arkansas-6’5”-250-1st Round-85
38. Sterling Shepherd-WR-Oklahoma-5’10”-194-2nd Round-84
39. Derrick Henry-RB-Alabama-6’3”-247-2nd Round-84
40. Michael Thomas-WR-Ohio State-6’3”-212-2nd Day-84
41. Keanu Neal-S-Florida-6’0”-211-Day 2-84
42. Ryan Kelly-C-Alabama-6’4”-311-2nd Day-84
43. Vonn Bell-S-Ohio State-5’11”-199-2nd Day-82
44. Braxton Miller-WR-Ohio State-6’1”-201-2nd Day-81
45. Cody Whitehair-G-Kansas State-6’4”-301-2nd Round-81
46. Devontae Booker-RB-Utah-5’11”-219-2nd Day-80
47. Jerell Adams-TE-South Carolina-6’5”-247-3rd Round/Day-80
48. Christian Hackenberg-QB-Penn State-6’4”-223-2nd Day-79
49. Jordan Howard-RB-Indiana-6’0”-230-2nd Day-79
50. Jaylon Smith-LB-Notre Dame-6’2”-225-Day 3-78
51. Alex Collins-RB-Arkansas-5’10”-217-3rd Round/Day-76
52. Cardale Jones-QB-Ohio State-6’5”-254-3rd Round-69
53. Ricardo Louis-WR-Auburn-6’2”-215-3rd Round/Day-68
54. Kevin Hogan-QB-Stanford-6’3”-218-3rd Day-67
55. Connor Cook-QB-Michigan State-6’4”-217-2nd Day-66
56. Peyton Barber-RB-Auburn-5’10”-228-3rd Day-63
Quarterbacks
Very interesting class of QB prospects that reminds me a lot of the 2011 group of Cam Newton, Blaine Gabbert, Jake Locker, Christian Ponder, Andy Dalton, Colin Kaepernick, and Ryan Mallett. Four of those guys went in the top 15 picks, I wonder if we’ll see another run on QBs this year. The reason it reminds me of 2011 is the flaws in each prospect but the depth of fringe 1st round caliber prospects.
Jared Goff-QB-Cal-6’4”-215-1st Round-97
I had the opportunity to watch him play at the Rose Bowl against a very good UCLA team. Goff was clearly the centerpiece of the Cal team, reaching 40+ attempts in half the games this season. The offense they ran in Berkeley does not help his draft stock much. It was very similar to the Baylor and Texas Tech offenses predicated on a play fake and initial read followed by a wide receiver screen, slant pass, or deep ball (which he throws better than anyone in the draft). Very limited complexity in both reads and throws. Although he’s only 21 years old, he’s a 3 year starter in a legit D-1 conference and has made progress consistently (his INT numbers doubled from his sophomore to junior seasons though), bringing the Bears from a 1-11 campaign in 2013 to 8 wins in 2015. As for his physical traits, he’s got good height and a high release. Playing at 210 lbs he’s a bit on the light side. I like his play fakes and balance in the pocket. He shows the ability to re-adjust his feet and get in a proper throwing rhythm. Average arm strength is a slight concern but he throws accurately and with confidence. His hand measurements (9”) might be blown out of proportion. Bottomline is he comes from a purely shotgun spread scheme which will slow his transition, and at 21 years old and a bit on the scrawny side he should take his time. However, he was the first freshman QB to start the season at Cal and he looks like has a great feel for the game (despite taking too many sacks), so I wouldn’t bet against him. Something about him gives me a Carson Palmer feel.
Carson Wentz-QB-North Dakota State-6’5”-237-Top 15-96
Big prospect, moves well, like Alex Smith with power, but not quite Andrew Luck speed. Experience in the shotgun and under center which puts him further ahead in development than Goff, especially with the pre-snap adjustments Wentz executes. This dude has an absolute sling on him, although his delivery tends to be flat footed and not as elevated as you’d like, reminiscent of Cam Newton. Coming from D-1AA there’s definitely concerns about the level of play, but North Dakota State has won 5 consecutive national championships. The biggest issue for me is the fact he’s only had 23 starts, only 7 this past fall due to injuries. Less than 2 years of starts at an FCS program says to me that he will need a ton of reps to make the transition. On the field you see a top flight quarterback prospect, but the limited experience at a lower tier of competition puts him behind Blake Bortles for me. I could see this kid develop into a Jim Kelly type.
Dak Prescott-QB-Mississippi State-6’2”-226-3rd Day-87
Seems like a special player. Every few years there’s a QB prospect that stands out to me. First it was Troy Smith at Ohio State, next it was Russell Wilson at N.C. State (yes before Wisconsin) and since it’s been Rayne Dakota Prescott. He dismantled Auburn’s SEC title defense in 2014. He became a far better passer as a Senior this past fall (66% completions, 29:5 TD:INT) despite the team not winning as many games as the previous season. In back to back seasons he led the team in passing and rushing (588 yards and 10 TD’s in 2015), something only Tim Jesus Tebow has done in SEC history. Dak solidified himself as a one man wrecking crew on offense, which is all well and good in college (anyone remember Ell Roberson, didn’t think so) but why would he do well in the NFL? Tebow certainly didn’t (despite the fact he has as many playoff victories as Carson Palmer). The reason is the way he addressed his teammates during a losing effort this fall. He did everything in his power to will a win, came up short but I loved the leadership. Also the growth in the passing game impressed me, 61% completions to 66%, 11 Ints to 5 from Junior to Senior seasons. I always regretted not standing on the table for Russell Wilson so I’m not going to make that mistake with Dak. Take him early in the second round if you are the Rams. Do it! He’s a better passer coming out of college than Cam Newton was, but he definitely does not have the same potential tools that Cam had. Btw monster 11” hands. I worry about pocket movement.
Paxton Lynch-QB-Memphis-6’7”-244-1st-2nd Round-87
This guy is an intriguing prospect. He got some hype in the fall as the possible top quarterback prospect but his stock has since dipped. Physically he reminds me of Ryan Leaf, which surprisingly is a compliment. At his stature he will naturally draw comparisons to Ryan Mallett and Brock Osweiler, and judging from the film he’s pretty close to where those guys were coming out of college. The obvious knock is playing in a lesser conference (AAC) than those two who came out of the SEC and PAC 10 respectively. When Mallett came out I gave him a low first round grade (mistake) and this guy is probably a cleaner prospect. Mallett had character concerns and a big windup, Lynch’s drawbacks are level or competition and a shotgun centric offense. That being said Lynch has NFL arm strength, moves very well for a tall QB, and is a 3 year starter and 2-time All Conference QB. I think he compares favorably to Osweiler as a prospect, but like so many QB prospects, the jump from the shotgun spread to a more diverse offense could be troublesome.
Christian Hackenberg-QB-Penn State-6’4”-223-2nd Day-79
Hackenberg is a very interesting prospect. He looks like an NFL quarterback but has serious accuracy issues (53% completions). He played in a pro style offense and has experience in the shotgun, but didn’t particularly excel in either. He had a great freshman year under Bill O’Brien but pretty pedestrian Sophomore and Junior seasons under James Franklin. Add to that he blamed his coach for not putting him in position to succeed and this kid looks like a 4th rounder. That being said I think he’s got good arm talent and probably has high football IQ and I’m willing to overlook how statuesque he is in the pocket and give him a 3rd round grade. Production concerns put him near Nick Foles as a prospect, though he looks better on the field. Plus Hackenberg has started all 38 games in college.Experience? Check.
Cardale Jones-QB-Ohio State-6’5”-254-3rd Round-69
What a story. Jones goes from 3rd string QB all the way to starter and star on the national championship team in 2014. He followed that up by losing his job back to J.T. Barrett and now he’s moving on to the NFL. Physically he has all kinds of talent. Huge arm, great size and mobility, unfortunately he’s been very inconsistent. With only 11 career starts playing in a spread running scheme he’s such a project I can’t give him higher than a 4th round grade despite his clear talent.
Kevin Hogan-QB-Stanford-6’3”-218-3rd Day-67
I was lucky enough to be present for one of his first games, 2012 at Notre Dame. For years I’ve thought he looks like Andrew Luck’s dumber twin. One NFL executive said he’s the most pro ready quarterback in the draft, which may well be true right now but won’t be after week 3 this fall. The reason he loses stock for me and becomes a back-up quality quarterback is the lack of progress his last 2 seasons in Palo Alto.
Connor Cook-QB-Michigan State-6’4”-217-2nd Day-66
Oh boy has this guy generated a lot of chatter. Going into the 2015 season many people had Cook as the top QB in this year’s draft. Since then he’s dropped precipitously despite the fact he won another Big 10 championship and put Michigan State into the college football playoff. Maybe it’s the rumors that he’s obnoxious, or skipping the Senior Bowl, or maybe it’s just taking down the number one guy, but he will be available in round 2 for someone who hasn’t given up on him. On the field he looks similar to Flacco (not quite as tall). Reasonable mobility, solid arm strength, and his accuracy looks ok although he’s never completed more than 60% of his passes. His time as a Spartan gave him experience playing in a pro style system against the best teams in the nation, unfortunately he never stepped up to the point of dominance. His offenses remained run first even after Jeremy Langford left. I just don’t see a playmaker, add to that character concerns and I put him in round 4.
Running Backs:
Solid running backs class this year. Elliott should be a star and there will likely be a few more playmakers in the class.
Ezekiel Elliott-RB-Ohio State-6’0”-225-Top 15-97
I absolutely loved watching this kid play in Columbus and I hope he keeps up that level of play in the NFL. Has perfect size for an NFL back and he matches that with vision, quickness, and finishing speed (4.47 in the 40). I really can’t say anything bad about the guy. Elliott went over 1800 yards his two seasons starting for the Buckeyes which not only tells you he’s consistent, but also he doesn’t come out of school with 4 years of hits on his body. He has receiving ability, though it wasn’t overly utilized in college. He has an unusually long and wide stride, reminiscent of Marshawn Lynch, which makes him very difficult to bring down. I think he’s every bit the prospect Todd Gurley was last year, and Elliott comes out healthy whereas Gurley was recovering from an ACL tear. I’m wary because of Trent Richardson’s bust, but Elliott has competitive fire and I expect him to be an excellent pro.
Kenneth Dixon-RB-Louisiana Tech-5’10”-215-2nd Day-85
Very productive back playing in 2nd tier conferences in college football. On some plays he looks remarkably similar to Marshall Faulk. Obviously I’m not saying he’ll be that caliber player, but he has that style of play. Terrific pass catcher out of the backfield, has a good burst and can make people miss in the open field. He has a great stutter move to set up blocks or allow plays to develop. Undersized back with injury history. He’ll be a change of pace, 3rd down type back but he shows enough grit to be able to run on the interior when called upon. Does not have breakaway speed (4.58 in the 40) but his sub 7 second 3-cone backs up the outstanding quickness and cutting ability you see on tape. I really like him as a back and I think he has more versatility than Henry which puts him #2 in this year’s class for me.
Derrick Henry-RB-Alabama-6’3”-247-2nd Round-84
Unbelievable productivity from this kid. National High School record of over 12,000 career rushing yards and 153 touchdowns including a Senior season of 4,261 yards! Wow. Then he goes to Alabama and wins the Heisman as a Junior while rushing for over 2,200 yards and 28 touchdowns. It’s amazing I’m going to say this, but he’s not my kind of prospect. He has build up speed (4.54s) and when he moves laterally he is easy to bring down. The only time he is really effective is with his shoulders square and a head of steam. When that happens though, he’s an absolute terror. He finds holes, breaks tackles, and has the top end speed to finish plays in the endzone which he did with regularity. The problem for me is how one dimensional he is. You should be able to shut him down by plugging the A and B gaps or by getting penetration in the backfield. He also does not add much in the passing game. Those tall backs just haven’t thrived recently in the NFL and it’s really hard to even point to examples (Brandon Jacobs, Chris Brown from Colorado University). His track record speaks for itself though. Grab him in the 2nd Dallas.
Devontae Booker-RB-Utah-5’11”-219-2nd Day-80
Watching him play last fall I fell in love with this kid. He was relentless, putting the entire Utah team on his back. Running out of the shotgun or a deep set, catching the ball out of the backfield (80 catches last two years combined) he did everything for that team. Unfortunately going back over the tape he seems like a solid back, but not one that will excel at the next level. He has good feet, balance, power, vision, and size but not great in any facet. I just don’t see much room for improvement and his lack of speed could really become a problem at the next level. That all being said he’s still a very very solid prospect, instead of an early 2nd rounder, he’s an early 3rd for me. Booker reminds me of Matt Forte, not as smooth but tougher.
Jordan Howard-RB-Indiana-6’0”-230-2nd Day-79
Transfer from UAB where he racked up 1,500 yards in 2014, all Howard did to follow that up was gain 1,200 yards in 2015 along with Big 10 First Team honors. He is a real meaty back that’s a load to bring down, particularly in the open field. He is a short strider, reminds me of DeMarco Murray in that regard, but doesn’t have nearly the speed of Murray (4.59 40 at his pro day). Howard is a bruiser with the potential to be the 2nd best back in this class.
Alex Collins-RB-Arkansas-5’10”-217-3rd Round/Day-76
Watched him play many times the last few years and he was a workhorse for the Razorbacks. Along with backfield teammate Jonathan Williams, Collins got tough yards behind the biggest offensive line in football. Notice I didn’t say college football. That’s right Arkansas had the heaviest O-line on the planet, unreal. Collins enters the NFL after only 3 seasons of college ball, though all 3 went over 1,000 yards including 1,500+ in 2015. He’s a tough tough runner who can tote the rock up the middle on early downs. He’s a mid 3rd round bruiser with nothing too special but definitely the ability to eat up yards on the ground. The Chris Ivory comparison is spot on.
Peyton Barber-RB-Auburn-5’10”-228-3rd Day-63
One of my Auburn Tigers. Barber came out of nowhere to have a good year for Auburn surpassing the 1,000 yard mark. After being buried on the depth chart he emerged as the top back and came through in a few crucial situations. He certainly could have used another year honing his craft in college but he decided he needed to start earning money to support his family. He’s a good back with vision, balance, timing, and size with the potential to be a committee back after some development.
Wide Receivers
We’ve been spoiled in recent years with incredible wide receiver classes. This one comes back down to Earth with reasonable questions if there is even a number one target in the entire class.
Josh Doctson-WR-TCU-6’2”-202-1st/2nd Round-91
The Wyoming transfer tested about as well as he could’ve hoped in Indianapolis showing decent speed with a 4.50 40 backed up with excellent quicks at 6.84 and 4.08 seconds in the 3 cone and 20 yard shuttle respectively. Tack on a 41” vertical leap and the second best broad jump amongst receivers (Ricardo Louis beat him by an inch) and you have an explosive athlete with size. As for production, this guy comes out off back to back 1,000 yard seasons including this past fall reeling in 79 catches for 1,327 yards and 14 touchdowns in just 11 games (wrist injury). Granted the Big 12 isn’t the best conference, but those numbers are extremely legit. Doctson was targeted on 36.5% of passes coming close to the Randy (Moss) Ratio of 40%. On film he shows the ability to go up and get jump balls which is imperative given his modest downfield speed. Pure hands catcher with massive 9.875” mits. He’s the best comparison to DeAndre Hopkins in this year’s draft. I wonder how an athlete like this wound up at Wyoming, and he comes out at 23 years old because of the transfer so you have to wonder how much growth he’ll have at the next level. Bottomline this kid looks and tested like a superb athlete (could use more muscle) and wins downfield on contested balls. Some route running polish and he’s got the best shot of being a true #1 receiver in this draft.
LaQuon Treadwell-WR-Ole Miss-6’2”-221-1st-90
Treadwell is a real interesting prospect for me. Watching him the past couple years I thought he was at least 6’4”, but taking away 2 inches and clocking in at 4.63 in the 40 at his pro day brings up a few red flags. That being said he was the #1 receiver coming out of high school and contributed in big ways in each of his three years with the Rebels. He moves very well for his size, both laterally and vertically playing slightly faster than he tested. Long 33.5” arms and big ass hands (9.5”) that he uses perfectly. A lot of people are comparing him to DeAndre Hopkins which I don’t see given Hopkins ridiculous production in college. Laquon only had 1,153 yards in 2015. But I think Treadwell is capable of being an Alshon Jeffery type player with more physicality.
Corey Coleman-WR-Baylor-5’11”-194-1st/2nd Round-89
Instant sour taste in my mouth watching his film against West Virginia. He did absolutely nothing on running plays, didn’t even line up in a true stance nevermind firing off the ball and hitting somebody. Now that’s off my chest, Coleman has something special when the ball is coming his way, in a Steve Smith way. Coleman was enormously productive this last year for the Bears hauling in 74 grabs for 1,363 yards and a whopping 20 scores on the way to a Biletnikoff award for top receiver in the nation. Plus he missed the bowl game with a sports hernia which would have tacked on more stats. The same injury limited his combine participation but he did run a 4.37 40 at his pro day for what it’s worth. He is not the burner that Will Fuller is but he is a more rounded prospect. Those running plays make me worry about his character, but that just might have been the coaching at Baylor. Also, by all accounts he ran about 4 different routes his entire collegiate career so yeah, route work necessary. The best comparison I can think of was Titus Young which does not bode well, still he belongs in the early 2nd.
Will Fuller-WR-Notre Dame-6’0”-186-1st/2nd Round-86
This kid is undoubtedly a supreme athlete. Running a blistering 4.32 at the combine confirms the ‘get deep quick’ speed you see on film. He is your field stretcher even at the next level. This fall he had 1,200+ yards and 14 scores while averaging over 20 yards per catch, and that followed a 1,000 yard campaign as a sophomore. The problem with Fuller is he’s one dimensional. He is a downfield separation receiver with very little variation in his routes. Also, he has small ass hands and seems to body catch everything which is partly why he does not make contested catches like Devin Smith did last year. I think he’s a number 2 receiver who will open things up for tight ends and running backs underneath.
Sterling Shepherd-WR-Oklahoma-5’10”-194-2nd Round-84
Oh boy did I love watching Oklahoma this fall. Shepherd played the Michael Irvin role in their big 3, but he has a very different game than the Playmaker. Operating primarily out of the slot, a role he will continue to fill at the next level, Sterling was very productive catching 86 passes for 1,288 yards and 11 touchdowns. A four year player at OU, Shepherd is a second generation Sooner following in his late father’s footsteps. He has football in his blood and it shows. He has a good feel for the game, blocks hard despite his size, and shows incredible toughness which is an underratedly important trait in a productive slot receiver (just ask Wes Welker’s cranium). I don’t see much route variation on film, though I do have limited video to watch. Also, he looks quick on the field but tested very average in the 3 cone (7.00), 20 yard shuttle (4.35), and 40 (4.48). He did jump out the gym with a 41” vert though. Large 9.75” hands are definitely a plus, but not necessary for a slot target. And his size is doable but might bring some durability concerns especially with the area of the field he’ll be roaming. All in all he should be a good slot player, might take about 2 years to emerge, but I definitely would not bet against this kid.
Michael Thomas-WR-Ohio State-6’3”-212-2nd Day-84
Big tough receiver with dinner plate hands a surprising YAC ability. Tested about where you’d expect with a 4.57 second 40 yard dash. He comes out of a very run heavy offense at Ohio State which is why his team leading numbers the last two seasons look so pedestrian (799 and 781 yards). Thomas has natural receiving ability but will take some time to develop his route running. Right now he has similar value to Jaelen Strong last year who fell to the 3rd round though I had a higher grade on. Think poor man’s Brandon Marshall with some development.
Braxton Miller-WR-Ohio State-6’1”-201-2nd Day-81
Great story, 2-time Big 10 MVP gets hurt, loses his job to two different guys, then switches to receiver and becomes the best pro prospect of the bunch. Miller displayed his electrifying open field ability again in 2015 and even flashed some receiving skill. He’s obviously a projection who’ll need to develop his receiving ability especially because he’ll be asked to play out of the slot which probably requires the most precise route running. He didn’t run as fast as many expected, clocking in with a 4.50 in the 40 yard dash but he followed that up with an out of this world 6.65 seconds in the 3 cone drill. At this point he’s not as polished as Randall Cobb and doesn’t fly quite like Percy Harvin or Tavon Austin which pushes him to the back end of round 2 for me.
Ricardo Louis-WR-Auburn-6’2”-215-3rd Round/Day-68
Another Auburn Tiger, this guy produced one of the biggest miracle plays in program history catching a game winning touchdown off a tipped pass on 4th and forever against Georgia in 2013. I’ve watched him play for 3 years now and I was very surprised to learn how big he is. Louis has very good speed (4.43s in the 40) and now that I know his dimensions he becomes an intriguing physical prospect. Not a polished receiver by any means, slightly less productive than Sammie Coates last year (Louis had 46 grabs for 716 yards), but a similar physical projection to the next level. Coates was a 3rd round prospect which puts Louis in the 4th.
Tight Ends:
Everyone agrees this is a light tight end class, at least at the top end. Some of you are probably surprised to see Hunter Henry in the number 2 spot on my board for tight ends, but that’s not as much of a knock on Henry as it’s a result of how much I like Hooper. I suppose it’s about what a team is looking for in a tight end, Henry is quicker, Hooper is bigger. Obviously I prefer bigger.
Austin Hooper-TE-Stanford-6’4”-254-2nd Day-88
This guy is flying under the radar with Hunter Henry getting all the publicity. Hooper has pretty good size for the position (33.75” arms and 10.5” hands) and comes out of a run heavy offense but his value is going to be in the passing game. Leaving school after only 2 seasons might scare some, but both years he went over 400 yards receiving and was even a Mackey Award finalist this year for top Tight End in college football. Hooper has soft hands to go along with decent speed (4.72 40) and very good quickness as evidenced by his 7.00 seconds in the 3-cone. I think he is right there with Maxx Williams and Zach Ertz as a prospect and any team should be happy to grab him in round 2. Hooper drives the boat chief, sorry I couldn’t help myself.
Hunter Henry-TE-Arkansas-6’5”-250-1st Round-85
The consensus number 1 tight end in this year’s draft. He had a clean sweep of awards in 2015 as 1st Team All SEC and All American as well as the Mackey Award winner. His three year career with the Razorbacks was prolific with receiving totals of 409, 513, and 739 yards from his true freshman season to this past year. He has good height, very good feel in his routes, and enough speed, running a 4.66 forty yard dash at his pro day. Coming out of Arkansas he did plenty of run blocking and seems to be able to hold his own despite 32.75” arms and 9.25” hands. I see him as a late second round prospect because I don’t see him as a difference maker at the next level, probably a 3rd option in the passing game. Craftiness is his best asset, along with great hands. Reminds me of Gavin Escobar, the Cowboys #2 tight end. Tall and athletic with receiving ability but not a 1st round talent.
Jerell Adams-TE-South Carolina-6’5”-247-3rd Round/Day-80
Interesting prospect, all the physical tools you want to see. Good height, long 34.5” arms, and a solid 4.64 in the 40. He builds speed and doesn’t have great quickness so he’ll be a seam tight end not a Z out type. Last year he had 400+ yards receiving in the SEC so he isn’t a total athletic projection. He looks extremely similar to Jared Cook, and that is probably his ceiling at the next level.
Offensive Tackles:
This is a solid class of tackles with two top notch prospects and some depth behind them.
Laremy Tunsil-T-Ole Miss-6’5”-310-Top 5-99
Absolute stud prospect. He’s about as good on the field as you’ll ever see from a college football left tackle. Excellent feet, sticky hands, and solid strength. As a football player he’s can’t miss with D’Brickashaw Ferguson as a close comparison. The only concern is the fact he’s never played a full season in his 3 years at Ole Miss. Nine starts as a freshman, 2 games missed with a torn biceps as a sophomore, and a 7 game suspension in 2015 for accepting some dolla dolla bills yo. He was also charged domestic assault against his stepfather for protecting his mother, though charges were dropped. You can make an argument that that shows good character, but all of it together makes you wonder if this guy will be able to stay on the field. In the end, he’s an excellent football player and he’s 21. As long as he winds up in the right place (not the Browns) he’ll be a pro bowler, zero doubt sir.
Ronnie Staley-T-Notre Dame-6’6”-312-Top 20-96
Perfect size for a left tackle prospect, 35.5” arms are real nice. When he’s on he looks like an All Pro, no doubt about it. At times he doesn’t finish plays and he can get sloppy with his footwork and get out over his toes in pass protection. That being said he has all tools you want to see, like Tyron Smith level tools. If this kid gets a good coach and knows his role inside and out he’s a top 5 left tackle. Unfortunately for him he makes too many mistakes, small ones but it’s the type of inconsistency that costs you on draft day.
Jack Conklin-T-Michigan State-6’6”-308-1st Round-92
This kid is a fun prospect, former walk-on turned All Big 10 left tackle and future first round pick. He looks technically sound on the field with good balance, movement ability, and toughness. For a minute I thought he wasn’t able to play left tackle, probably his duck feet, but the more I watched his athleticism and anticipation showed through. I’m surprised to be writing this but he looks like a Matt Light clone.
Taylor Decker-T-Ohio State-6’7”-310-1st/2nd Round-88
Big tough dude. He’s one of those tackles that puts his hands on you and it’s over (33.75” arms are short). Unfortunately he does not have great feet. His kick step is gross, he doesn’t get to the second level and struggles laterally. I think he’s a right tackle for sure, and a somewhat limited one at that. I bet he’ll be a leader and the tough guy on whatever team he winds up with, but he’ll always be susceptible to a speed rush, that puts him in the second round for me.
Guards and Centers
Joshua Garnett-G-Stanford-6’4”-312-2nd Round-86
Stanford’s been pumping out solid O-lineman for years now and here comes another one. As this year’s Outland Trophy winner as the top interior lineman in college football, Garnett is pro ready in every way. He has great size including 34” arms, 30 rep strength and leg drive to boot. He gets out on the perimeter for screen plays, can generate push in double teams and get to the second level. He gets slight knocks from me for limited pass protection experience in Stanford’s run heavy scheme and also the fact that he’s solid in everything but not outstanding in anything. I’m nitpicking a bit but that’s the difference between a 1st and 2nd round interior line prospect.
Ryan Kelly-C-Alabama-6’4”-311-2nd Day-84
Three year starter and 1st team All SEC for the NCAA Champion Crimson Tide this past season, is there really anything more to say? Good size, 33.5” arms, run blocks, pass blocks, and made all the calls for consistently one of the top O-lines in college football. Plug and play, pro ready.
Cody Whitehair-G-Kansas State-6’4”-301-2nd Round-81
Just a solid football player. Four year starter for K State earning honorable mention, two 2nd team nods and All Big 10 first team honors as a Senior. He’s played right tackle, left guard and saw extensive time protecting the blindside for the tigers but due to 32.5” arms he’ll have to kick inside to guard. He doesn’t jump off the screen for toughness, but he plays with strength (despite 16 reps) and has noticeable athleticism. The real reason he’s going to be on day 2 is the excellent technique he displays. Solid balance, hand placement, and understanding of angles. He’ll be an above average starter for a long time.
Defensive Tackles:
Robert Nkemdiche-DT-Ole Miss-6’3”-294-1st Round-94
Robert the enigma. He was the #1 recruit coming out of high school in 2013, a 3 year starter for the Rebels landing on multiple All Conference and All American teams, yet did not put up the type of numbers you want to see from a first round pick. He carries 294 lbs extremely well with a very balanced build that he somehow can move to the tune of a 4.87 40 yard dash and 35” vertical leap. Elite athleticism for a defensive tackle with 28 rep strength to back it up but for some reason on the field he was not a true playmaker. By all accounts he has varied interests so not a football only type guy, which is not a deal breaker by any means, but might explain him falling out of a hotel window (4th floor!) and getting busted for pot before his bowl game. Talent alone he’s a top 7 pick but character and production concerns push him back. Still he has Gerald McCoy athleticism and belongs in round 1.
A’Shawn Robinson-DT-Alabama-6’4”-307-1st Round-93
I remember the name from all the Bama games I’ve watched the past 2 years, but I didn’t see much on film initially until I realized he was getting double teamed on nearly every play. Robinson has terrific size for either 3-4 DE or 4-3 DT and his 34.5” arms will only help at the next level. He has good strength at the point of attack and surprising closing speed and athleticism for a man his size. He will not be a Muhammed Wilkerson slashing and rushing the passer but will be a solid interior lineman right away with a 3 down future, similar to Alan Branch. His pad level is worrisome and will definitely be a point of emphasis for whichever team he winds up with. He just turned 21 and will already be a leader, probably because he looks like this:
DeForest Buckner-DT-Oregon-6’7”-291-Top 10-93
The other half of Oregon’s monstrous defensive end combo from 2014, Buckner should top Arik Armstead’s draft position of 17th overall. Buckner played 3-4 DE for the Ducks and that’s the position he’s ideally suited for at the next level though he has some flexibility. He obviously has great height but plays with inconsistent pad level that can be a leverage disadvantage. I would like to see better arm extension (34.5”) to gain separation from blockers. That being said he has very good movement ability for his size and a swim move that will be a pass rushing weapon at the next level. He comes out of school more accomplished than Armstead after leading the Pac 10 with 10.5 sacks and adding 17 tackles for a loss. His height makes him susceptible to crackdown blocks. I don’t generally like taller defensive tackles, but Buckner should be in a 3-4 and has the athleticism to play end or tackle in a 4 man front so his flexibility increases his draft stock. Add on pass rushing production and good feet and I think he belongs in the 2nd half of round one but he’ll definitely go earlier. Calais Campbell is a unique player and just because a d-line prospect is 6’7” does not mean he will be that type of player!
Sheldon Rankins-DT-Louisville-6’1”-299-90
His size says DT but in college he played 3-4 DE and with 33.5” arms he brings that versatility to the next level, though it wouldn’t be his best fit. Good feet for a big man with a 5.03 second showing in the 40 yard dash topped off with a 34.5 inch vertical leap. He absolutely dominated the Senior Bowl, likely pushing his draft stock from the second to the first round. At Louisville he put up serious numbers for an interior d-lineman. In 2014 he racked up 13.5 tackles for a loss and 8 sacks, then in 2015 with more attention on him he still 13 TFLs and 6 sacks. A squatty player who’s more athletic than stout, he can be a complement to a bigger nose tackle. My concerns about his run plugging ability push him to very late 1st for me, though he should be a good interior pass rusher quickly.
Chris Jones-DT-Mississippi State-6’6”-310-1st/2nd Round-87
I’m intrigued by his height weight speed (5.03 in the 40) but he really only has 1 season of starting experience. He has a good burst and reminds me a lot of Carl Davis the defensive tackle from Iowa last year. Davis had better film and more time as a producer but Jones doesn’t have the same character concerns. Given his size, Jones’ pad level will always be a point of emphasis but it also makes him scheme diverse. I think he belongs in the second, but he has flashes on tape of a real difference maker as a slasher.
Jarran Reed-DT-Alabama-6’3”-307-1st/2nd Round-86
NFL ready build for an interior d-lineman. Some people rate him higher than teammate A’Shawn Robinson, but I don’t think Reed has the same upside or playmaking ability. Should be a strong run defender and possible pocket pusher, but his value will be on early downs. I think comparisons to Eddie Goldman last year are well founded. Though Goldman had better size and tape, the two will fill the same role at the next level. Nothing special here just a starting DT.
Edge Defenders:
This is an excellent class of edge rushers. We could definitely see a few pro bowlers in this group.
Joey Bosa-DE-Ohio State-6’5”-269-Top 10-98
Bosa is such a household name that it seems like he’s been in college football forever, but he’s actually only 20 years old. He contributed 7.5 sacks as a freshman in 2013 playing part time before exploding onto the national scene in 2014 with 13.5 sacks and 21 TFL to earn Big 10 defensive player of the year. In 2015 he started on the wrong foot, suspended game 1 allegedly for refusing to take a team drug test (someone has a crush on Molly, wink). His season didn’t go quite as planned, Bosa finished with just 5 sacks, though he had 16 tackles for a loss. Look, Bosa has been blown up in the media the last two years with J.J. Watt comparisons which is obviously too much considering no one has ever done what Watt is currently doing. And then anyone who takes Bosa down a peg takes him down too far. He is a legitimate elite 4-3 DE prospect no doubt about it. Some people throw out Ryan Kerrigan which is probably Bosa’s floor. But on the field he has lateral agility that’s backed up with a ridiculous 6.89 in the 3 cone along with a 4.21 second 20 yard shuttle. He has balance, bull rush, and plays a bit faster than the 4.86 40 he ran at the combine. Clowney was a better on field prospect in terms of upside but Bosa is a safer pick. If he dedicates himself to football there’s no reason he can’t be a perennial pro bowler. If Dante Fowler and Vic Beasley went top 10 last year there’s no reason Bosa shouldn’t as well.
Leonard Floyd-DE/OLB-Georgia-6’6”-244-1st Round-95
I saw this kid play 2 seasons ago and he was an absolute stud on the field making plays in the backfield, at the line of scrimmage and downfield. He has a long lean frame that I’ve hated the past few years reminiscent of Dion Jordan, Barkevious Mingo, and Randy Gregory last year. Floyd is the most natural/accomplished as a pass rusher of that group despite only 17 sacks over three years. He is also faster than Gregory (4.60 in the 40 including 1.60 10 yard split) and 10 pounds heavier. Floyd has experience on the edge and in the middle but his value is exponentially higher rushing off the edge with athleticism to spare in coverage. Despite everything I’ve said in the past about skinny edge players, Floyd is the best of the bunch as a pure football player and retains the same terrific testing numbers (39.5” vertical!). He clearly has room to build on his frame and should play closer to 255 as a 3-4 OLB ideally.
Emmanuel Ogbah-DE-Oklahoma State-6’4”-273-2nd Day-93
He has almost the exact same measurables as Ziggy Ansah coming out of school. Ogbah’s height weight is solid, plus he has Stretch Armstrong 35.5” arms and runs a 4.63 second 40 yard dash including a 1.59 second 10 yard split. As an athlete he tests out of this world. On the field, is a slightly different story. He doesn’t show the same burst and his effort can be inconsistent. Conversely he has great production with 17 tackles for a loss each of the last two seasons and 11 and 13 sacks in those two years. I’m not exactly sure what to make of this kid, but on the field he looks like a monster who has big numbers on the stat sheet and at the combine. Some are saying he’ll go in the second round but he has too much talent to make it that far.
Kevin Dodd-DE-Clemson-6’5”-277-1st Round-93
The four year player only starter one season for the Tigers and boy was it a good one including 23.5 tackles for a loss and 12 sacks. He started opposite the highly regarded Shaq Lawson which undoubtedly opened up opportunities for Dodd. He has a tall thick build that will be best served with his hand in the ground at the next level. He isn’t overly athletic (4.86 40) but he has a worker’s motor. Not much lateral movement but good hand fighting ability that he uses to win the edge. Also has a solid bull rush. He will be a strong side end on a four man front who could kick inside on passing situations. His movement skills, or lack thereof, remind me of Jared Allen. In the National Championship he lit it up with 5 TFL and 3 sacks. I worry about his dependence on Lawson and having only one year as a starter but I see some polished pass rush techniques, stoutness in the run game, and most importantly effort through the whistle.
Shaq Lawson-DE-Clemson-6’3”-269-1st/2nd Round-88
Lawson was the top prep school product 3 years ago, and after 2 years as a reserve (each year notching double digit tackles for a loss) he exploded onto the seen as a starter in 2015 racing up 25.5 TFL including 12.5 sacks. Playing across from Kevin Dodd no doubt helped, as well as Clemson seemingly always playing with a lead, but Lawson has the physical traits you want to see in an edge rusher. His solid height weight measurements are very good especially with the 4.70 second 40 yard dash he put together which includes a 1.64 second 10 yard split. I think he tested faster than he plays and comes in slightly behind Everson Griffin and Nick Perry for edge quickness.
Noah Spence-OLB-Eastern Kentucky-6’2”-251-2nd Day-87
Off field concerns galore. As a sophomore in 2013 he was first team all conference, in the Big 10, for Ohio State. He followed that up by failing 2 drug tests, getting permanently banned from the Big 10 and went to rehab for ecstasy addiction. I’ve never even heard of that. But to his credit he resurrected his career by transferring to Eastern Kentucky and earning All American honors, this time in D-1AA (FCS, stupid division names). On the field he has terrific get off speed as evidenced by his 1.62 second 10 yard split though it seems his 4.80 second time in the 40 got more publicity. He’s not the tallest and has limited stop start and lateral agility. I see him as a 3-4 OLB or sub rushing defensive end which is not a wide skill set, but a very valuable one. At the Senior Bowl he was great on the field and evidently the opposite in meetings so I think he’ll go day 2 but has better potential if his character checks out.
Linebackers:
What an exciting linebacker class. If everyone’s knee was ok this would be an excellent top loaded linebacker group but Jaylon Smith and Myles Jack to a lesser degree come out with injury questions. That being said you have some athletes here and according to many prognosticators this is a deep class after these four that I’ve scouted here.
Myles Jack-LB-UCLA-6’1”-245-Top 10-97
He might be the most athletic linebacker I’ve ever seen. No wonder they gave him carries on offense. Watching film I had serious trouble finding him on the field because he moves from deep coverage linebacker, to Sam linebacker, to cornerback, and also defensive end. He makes plays in coverage, the running game, and spends some time rushing the passer (33.5” arms). All around incredible athlete that moves well forward, backwards, laterally, displays balance and strength, and has an aggressive streak to his play. I’m very impressed but I’m not sure where he fits in the pro game. He could absolutely be a Will linebacker but I bet whatever defensive coordinator he plays for is going to get very creative with Jack’s skillset. A knee injury (cartilage) ended his Junior season after only 3 games, and it appears he used the time off to bulk up as he played closer to 230 pounds. Jack didn’t run at the combine but at his pro day people said he looked understandably rusty but he did post a 40” vertical. If he stays at 245 lbs he has Von Miller athleticism, though Von was a more polished pass rusher entering the draft. If he drops back to 230 lbs he could play the wildcard/joker/spur/elephant position giving a defensive a simultaneous base and nickel look. After the knee injury in October he withdrew from UCLA, not really a team first move. I’m very excited to see how this guy turns out, hopefully his knee is ok.
Reggie Ragland-LB-Alabama-6’1”-247-1st Round-91
Three Alabama players have earned unanimous All-American recognition. Those Derrick Thomas, Cornelius Bennett (2nd overall pick in 1987), and Reggie Ragland. Not bad company. A two year starter in Tuscaloosa, Ragland is the next in an impressive streak of 1st round linebacker prospects that includes Rolando McClain, Dont’a Hightower, and C.J. Mosley. Ragland is closer to Hightower because he is a run stuffer first, though High has a good 25 pounds on him. Only in his final year with the Tide did Ragland show some coverage ability and even spent time as an edge rusher in obvious passing situations. In the end he’s a truly solid football player with limited athleticism (4.72 40 and 31.5” vert) that will start as a two down linebacker but should be an above average 3 down defender by year 2.
Darron Lee-LB-Ohio State-6’1”-232-86
Tremendous athlete for a linebacker. Lee lit up the combine running the 40 in 4.47 seconds featuring a running back like 1.55 second 10 yard split. He then tacked on a 35.5” vertical leap and very good 4.20 second 20 yard shuttle. Obviously he’s on the small side for an NFL linebacker, but not much different than former teammate Ryan Shazier. The 21 year old started both years for the Buckeyes after redshirting in 2013. All he did to replace Shazier was put up 16.5 tackles for a loss and 7.5 sacks as a redshirt freshman in 2014 including defensive MVP honors in the Sugar Bowl against Alabama. Lee is an athletic linebacker in the Mychal Kendricks mold who plays best in space and coming downhill but has difficulty getting off blocks. His speed will be an asset both as an edge rusher (33.25” arms) and in coverage, but I worry about his run stopping ability on early downs, especially because he looks hesitant on film. After being a high school QB and CB he may have the skills to play a Deone Buchanon role but I need to see more aggressiveness from Lee.
Jaylon Smith-LB-Notre Dame-6’2”-225-Day 3-78
He entered his final game with the Fighting Irish already a surefire first round pick who just wanted to end his college career on a high note. Then just about the worst thing that could’ve happened did, he blew out his knee. ACL recoveries have become no big deal, but Smith’s injury includes nerve damage and to this day, 4 months after the injury, he still can’t lift his foot like if you were stretching your calf. Now people don’t even know if he’ll be drafted. Unbelievable bad luck for a kid who never missed a game in high school or college. One of my worst draft blunders was saying Marcus Lattimore was worth a 2nd round pick. Lattimore had 2 serious knee injuries on his resume heading into the draft and after being selected in the 4th round by the 49ers he never played in an NFL game. I don’t want to make the same mistake with Jaylon Smith but you just cannot write this kid off. By all accounts he has great character and is upbeat about his recovery. Older brother Rod Smith is a running back for the Cowboys. On the field he has a long rangey look but still plays with leverage and aggressiveness downhill. His lateral agility is elite for a linebacker. Good burst and closing speed highlight the premier athlete that he is/was. Without the injury this guy is a top 15 pick, it’s hard to think of a comparison that’s his caliber athlete combined with pure football skill but I would go with a skinnier Jamie Collins. I’m definitely pulling for Jaylon, but it’s impossible for me to put a draft value on him because I have no idea about his recovery.
Cornerbacks
This cornerback class has a few A caliber prospects and includes a few highly sought after cover corners with size.
Jalen Ramsey-CB-Florida State-6’1”-209-Top 10-97
Deion Sanders started at cornerback as a freshman for the Seminoles, and no one accomplished that feat for nearly three decades until Jalen Ramsey did it in 2013. As a three year starter in Tallahassee, Ramsey played all over the defensive backfield, beginning at corner and safety, moving to a rover position as a sophomore (79 tackles) and playing his final season as a true cornerback. He has phenomenal physical gifts for a defensive back starting with his height weight that is further enhanced with orangutan-like 33.5” arms. On top of that he ran a good not great 4.41 second 40 yard dash followed up by a terrific 41.5” vertical leap. Basically he’s the perfect press cornerback except he doesn’t have exceptional speed. On film he’s lacking in aggressiveness and basic cornerback know how including hand placement and trail technique. I think he’s raw from a man coverage standpoint, and seeing as that’s going to be his greatest value it knocks him down a few pegs from a Patrick Peterson to more of a Stephon Gilmore or Morris Claiborne type prospect. He should be good but will need coaching, and all sign point to him being an exceptional guy who should be a quick learner. If corner doesn’t work out can be Eric Berry at the safety spot.
Vernon Hargreaves-CB-Florida-5’10”-204-1st Round-96
Three years a Gator, three years a 1st Team All SEC cornerback. Do I need to write any more? He’s ultra competitive which is among the most important traits in a cornerback. He might be my favorite player in the draft, so why is he not my #1 cornerback? Because he is 5’10” with 30.5” arms and a 4.50 in the 40 yard dash. Not exactly the physical tools that Ramsey brings to the table. But Hargreaves is fiery and brings the ruckus in the running and passing game. He plays excellent positional defense and has quicks like you dream about with a terrific 3.98 second 20 yard shuttle. He reminds me of Janoris Jenkins but Hargreaves comes with zero character issues sir.
Eli Apple-CB-Ohio State-6’1”-199-1st Round-90
Another taller cornerback although he has shorter arms than Ramsey at a respectable 31.5 inches. Apple was a two year starter for the Buckeyes and was good enough in 2015 to be voted 2nd Team All Big 10. He ran a very good 40 yard dash at the combine clocking in at 4.40 seconds and that speed more or less matches his playing speed. I found this great video of all passes thrown at Eli Apple in 2015 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j_Vzo_hwUUg) and the big thing that jumps out is how handsy he is down the field. He drew a fair amount of flags in college and that grabbing will not fly at the next level. He is definitely athletic but does not come out of his backpedal as well as you would like, but that can improve. Bottomline, Apple is built like Josh Norman and at 20 years old some coaching could make him a very very good cornerback in 2018 and beyond. The time needed for development and the amount of improvement he needs knocks him to the end of the first for me.
William Jackson-CB-Houston-6’0”-189-1st/2nd Round-91
Played left cornerback for the Cougars as a two year full time starter. Jackson ran a blazing 4.37 second 40 yard dash at the combine and his film backs up that speed. He has good size for the position including 31.75” arms and enough quickness to break on slants and hitch routes. I haven’t seen him play press so that might be a skill to develop but right now he can start in the NFL as an off the line cover guy. Jackson seems to be a fiery player and that puts him ahead of Apple for me.
Safeties:
Safety is the hardest position for me to scout simply because they get cut out of frame on every god damn play. Unless I watched them play in a game I’m pretty much going off other people’s opinions, their testing numbers, and scattered highlights.
Karl Joseph-S-West Virginia-5’10”-205-2nd Day-86
This guy can hit with the best of them. Not the tallest but he’s a wrecking ball. Kind of an unusual prospect as he lined up in the box and at the OLB spot a fair amount, kind of a jack of all trades like Tyrann Mathieu but not nearly the coverage man or playmaker. Joseph was likely the number one safety prospect this year had it not been for a torn ACL in October. Through 4 games in 2015 he lead the nation with 5 picks. He’s been a 4 year starter for the Mountaineers and some of his accomplishments are unbelievable. As a freshman he won team defensive MVP recording 104 tackles, as an 18 year old safety! In the 2014 opener against Alabama he had 18 tackles. Joseph is a downhill linebacker who belongs in the 2nd round, his coverage skills will need some work but he’ll bring instant attitude to whatever defense he lands with. Almost as good as Landon Collins, almost.
Keanu Neal-S-Florida-6’0”-211-Day 2-84
Physical specimen, this guy is yoked. He loves to lay the boom and has been productive during his stint in Gainesville capping his career off 96 tackles as a Junior in 2015. He has nearly 33” arms which add to his length. The Gators typically played a 2 deep safety look so he has experience in deep coverage, and he will be able to play that role in the NFL despite his 4.62 in the 40. Neal won’t be a centerfielder by any stretch but he can play zone and he has the size and athleticism to man up with tight ends as well. I think the Kenny Vaccaro comparisons are spot on with the physicality and athleticism, but Vaccaro was more aggressive on film.
Vonn Bell-S-Ohio State-5’11”-199-2nd Day-82
With good size and length for the position, Bell enters the NFL after contributing in each of his 3 seasons in Columbus including two years as a starter. He has experience playing nickel corner which will only improve his value as a man coverage player, likely against tight ends. He did not run at the combine but clocked in at 4.50 in the 40 at his pro day but only jumped 30.5” in the vertical. He had over 150 tackles the last two seasons combined to go along with 8 picks and 15 passes defended so clearly he contributes on the field. He’s not a centerfielder but with solid tackling technique and barely 21 years old, Vonn Bell has the potential to be an upper echelon safety at the next level