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Yep. No excuse really for them to not score 30 basically every game.
Need to add some defensive help tomorrow and Saturday and still would like to see us get a QB to develop.
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Garrett is still the coach right? Who else out there can totally negate talent as well as Carrot Top can? No one!
Best available to start the second round:
1. Myles Jack OLB UCLA
2. Reggie Ragland ILB Alabama
3. Noah Spence OLB Eastern Kentucky
4. Jarran Reed DT Alabama
5. Kevin Dodd DE Clemson
6. Mackensie Alexander CB Clemson
7. A'Shawn Robinson DT Alabama
8. Andrew Billings DT Baylor
9. Jason Spriggs T Indiana
10. Kendall Fuller CB Virginia Tech
11. Cody Whitehair G Kansas St.
12. Darian Thompson S Boise St.
13. Jonathan Bullard DE Florida
14. Chris Jones DT Mississippi St.
15. Braxton Miller WR Ohio St.
16. Emmanuel Ogbah DE Oklahoma St.
17. Nick Vannett TE Ohio St.
18. Vonn Bell S Ohio St.
19. Connor Cook QB Michigan St.
20. Michael Thomas WR Ohio St.
21. Vadal Alexander G LSU
22. Derrick Henry RB Alabama
23. Adolphus Washington DT Ohio St.
24. Sterling Shepard WR Oklahoma
25. Joshua Perry OLB Ohio St.
26. Shilique Calhoun DE Michigan St.
27. Jihad Ward DE Illinois
28. Kenneth Dixon RB Louisiana Tech
29. Nick Martin C Notre Dame
30. Kamalei Correa OLB Boise St.
31. Tyler Boyd WR Pittsburgh
32. Hunter Henry TE Arkansas
33. Deion Jones OLB LSU
34. Adam Gotsis DT Georgia Tech
35. Christian Westerman G Arizona St.
36. Sheldon Day DT Notre Dame
37. Le'Raven Clark T Texas Tech
38. Austin Johnson DT Penn St.
39. Jerell Adams TE South Carolina
40. Cyrus Jones CB Alabama
41. Javon Hargrave DT South Carolina St.
42. Rashard Higgins WR Colorado St.
43. Paul Perkins RB UCLA
44. Kentrell Brothers ILB Missouri
45. Eric Murray CB Minnesota
46. Harlan Miller CB Northeastern Louisiana
47. C.J. Prosise RB Notre Dame
48. Shon Coleman T Auburn
49. Sean Davis S Maryland
50. Pharoh Cooper WR South Carolina
1. Myles Jack OLB UCLA
2. Reggie Ragland ILB Alabama
3. Noah Spence OLB Eastern Kentucky
4. Jarran Reed DT Alabama
5. Kevin Dodd DE Clemson
6. Mackensie Alexander CB Clemson
7. A'Shawn Robinson DT Alabama
8. Andrew Billings DT Baylor
9. Jason Spriggs T Indiana
10. Kendall Fuller CB Virginia Tech
11. Cody Whitehair G Kansas St.
12. Darian Thompson S Boise St.
13. Jonathan Bullard DE Florida
14. Chris Jones DT Mississippi St.
15. Braxton Miller WR Ohio St.
16. Emmanuel Ogbah DE Oklahoma St.
17. Nick Vannett TE Ohio St.
18. Vonn Bell S Ohio St.
19. Connor Cook QB Michigan St.
20. Michael Thomas WR Ohio St.
21. Vadal Alexander G LSU
22. Derrick Henry RB Alabama
23. Adolphus Washington DT Ohio St.
24. Sterling Shepard WR Oklahoma
25. Joshua Perry OLB Ohio St.
26. Shilique Calhoun DE Michigan St.
27. Jihad Ward DE Illinois
28. Kenneth Dixon RB Louisiana Tech
29. Nick Martin C Notre Dame
30. Kamalei Correa OLB Boise St.
31. Tyler Boyd WR Pittsburgh
32. Hunter Henry TE Arkansas
33. Deion Jones OLB LSU
34. Adam Gotsis DT Georgia Tech
35. Christian Westerman G Arizona St.
36. Sheldon Day DT Notre Dame
37. Le'Raven Clark T Texas Tech
38. Austin Johnson DT Penn St.
39. Jerell Adams TE South Carolina
40. Cyrus Jones CB Alabama
41. Javon Hargrave DT South Carolina St.
42. Rashard Higgins WR Colorado St.
43. Paul Perkins RB UCLA
44. Kentrell Brothers ILB Missouri
45. Eric Murray CB Minnesota
46. Harlan Miller CB Northeastern Louisiana
47. C.J. Prosise RB Notre Dame
48. Shon Coleman T Auburn
49. Sean Davis S Maryland
50. Pharoh Cooper WR South Carolina
Dane Brugler
1. Myles Jack, LB, UCLA (6-1, 245, 4.56, Jr.)
Jack is an athletic specimen with above average pursuit speed, contact balance and mental processor to know everything going on around him. He has the athletic skill-set to be a difference-maker, but several teams have red-flagged his knee, which is obviously worrisome.
2. Mackensie Alexander, CB, Clemson (5-10, 195, 4.43, RSo.)
Alexander didn't record an interception in college, but he wasn't consistently targeted, not allowing a touchdown the final 24 games of his career. While his route anticipation and technique need work, he is able to smother receivers with his lower body fluidity and quick reflexes.
3. Jarran Reed, DT, Alabama (6-3, 313, 5.14, Sr.)
Although not a rangy player, Reed is a smooth athlete for his size, scraping down the line of scrimmage and pushing the pocket (led all Alabama defensive linemen in tackles each of the last two seasons). He is the draft's top nose tackle due to his stout anchor and balance.
4. Noah Spence, DE, Eastern Kentucky (6-3, 261, 4.68, RJr.)
An Ohio State transfer, Spence is one of the top wildcards in the 2016 class due to his immense talent, but heavy baggage off the field. He is a slippery rusher with the initial burst, lateral quicks and natural leverage to threaten the pocket on a regular basis.
5. Reggie Ragland, LB, Alabama (6-2, 252, 4.72, Sr.)
An excellent point of attack defender, Ragland has terrific play speed and it's no coincidence that he's always around the ball with his diagnose skills. He can be overaggressive at times, but he's a punishing tackler and flashes violence in his hands to detach himself from blocks.
6. Cody Whitehair, OG, Kansas State (6-4, 309, 5.08, RSr.)
Whitehair left an indelible mark at KSU with his leadership, work ethic and high-level of play the last four years at both tackle and guard. He doesn't have the length to hold up consistently on the edges in the NFL, but Whitehair has the base strength and instincts to start at guard right now.
7. Jonathan Bullard, DL, Florida (6-3, 283, 4.86, Sr.)
A player who benefited by returning for his senior season, Bullard is a wrecking ball at the line of scrimmage due to his anticipation off the snap and quick reflexes to find the ball. He is limited as a pass rusher, but scheme diverse due to his play recognition at the point of attack.
8. A'Shawn Robinson, DT, Alabama (6-3, 312, 5.18, Jr.)
Nicknamed the “man child” growing up, Robinson has the look and power of a full grown man. His flashes are very good, but they don't happen consistently, mostly because he was asked to two-gap, clog things up and occupy blockers, which doesn't show up in the box score.
9. Andrew Billings, DT, Baylor (6-1, 310, 5.04, Jr.)
Billings, who was a record-setting weight-lifter in high school, flashes dominant qualities when he keeps his pad level low, rolls his hips and pushes his momentum into the pocket. As the technique and discipline catch up, Billings should continue to get better.
10. Michael Thomas, WR, Ohio State (6-3, 210, 4.54, RJr.)
Although not the fastest or most explosive, Thomas is a good-sized athlete and detailed route runner with little wasted movements to create spacing at the stem. He will need time to adapt to a NFL playbook, but his savvy footwork, body control and ballskills are starter quality.
11. Su'a Cravens, DS/LB, USC (6-1, 225, 4.58, Jr.)
Cravens was asked to do a little bit of everything for the Trojans in a hybrid safety/linebacker role. His take-on strength and physical nature as a tackler are both below average, but he's a fluid athlete with excellent reaction skills and instincts to cover on an island.
12. Kevin Dodd, DE, Clemson (6-4, 275, 4.84, RJr.)
Although he didn't start until this past season, Dodd made it count with 23.5 tackles for loss and a dozen sacks, numbers that fell just shy of Lawson's for the team lead. Dodd is still raw in areas, but with his size and quickness off the ball, he has been steadily rising.
13. Xavien Howard, CB, Baylor (6-0, 201, 4.58, RJr.)
Howard won't be featured as the prototype for fundamentals in coverage, but his ability to find the ball in flight and use his ballskills to disrupt the catch point is above average. Although his long-speed isn't ideal, he mixes things up and does a lot of receiver-like things in coverage.
14. Hassan Ridgeway, DT, Texas (6-3, 303, 5.02, RJr.)
Ridgeway displays an impressive skill-set with his power, athleticism and instincts, detaching himself from blocks and quickly finding the ball. He needs technique and conditioning work, but if he stays healthy, Ridgeway is a starting two-down one-technique in a 4-3 base.
15. Kamalei Correa, DE/LB, Boise State (6-3, 243, 4.69, Jr.)
Correa lacks much variety with his pass rush at this point in his development and his production is based more on effort and raw athleticism than technique and discipline. But he has the movement skills and competitive toughness worth grooming in a 3-4 scheme.
16. Sterling Shepard, WR, Oklahoma (5-10, 194, 4.48, Sr.)
Although his lack of size and strength will limit him in some areas, Shepard has above average body control and route savvy, using tempo and multiple gears to get open. Despite his limitations, Shepard is a very natural pass-catcher with the skills to be a YAC monster.
17. Ronald Blair, DE, Appalachian State (6-2, 284, 5.15, RSr.)
Although his Combine numbers don't accurately reflect his impressive tape, Blair belongs in the second round discussion. He plays with violent hands and aggressive pass rush moves to rip through blockers, showing the effort to finish in the pocket.
18. Derrick Henry, RB, Alabama (6-2, 242, 4.54, Jr.)
Since 2011, Alabama has had four running backs drafted in the first two rounds (with mixed results) and Henry should be the fifth. He is a powerful, yet graceful north-south athlete who can fit through tight spaces, using patience and instincts to gash defenses.
19. Pharoh Cooper, WR, South Carolina (5-11, 208, 4.52, Jr.)
A playmaker with the ball in his hands, Cooper displays the play speed, elusive cuts and start/stop movements to create on his own, before and after the catch. Similar to Randall Cobb when he came out of Kentucky, Cooper is a jack-of-all-trades weapon on offense.
20. Jason Spriggs, OT, Indiana (6-6, 301, 4.94, Sr.)
A high school tight end, Spriggs was a four-year starter for the Hoosiers and doesn't have many negative snaps on his film. Although he needs to strengthen his core for the NFL, he has the frame, athleticism and body control to start at the next level.
21. Kendall Fuller, CB, Virginia Tech (6-0, 197, 4.48, Jr.)
Fuller looked like a future high round pick his first two years in Blacksburg, but 2015 was a lost season for him due to a torn meniscus. Nonetheless, he has the short-area quickness, controlled footwork and natural feel in coverage to be a reliable NFL starter.
22. Vonn Bell, DS, Ohio State (5-11, 205, 4.52, Jr.)
Although his tackling mechanics need some refinement, Bell plays with the requisite mental and physical toughness and can hold his own in man coverage. His athleticism, timing and savvy at the position translate well to the next level, along with his decisive reactor.
23. Emmanuel Ogbah, DE, Oklahoma State (6-3, 275, 4.76, RJr.)
A native of Nigeria, Ogbah is a “coach's dream” according to Mike Gundy due to his strong work ethic, intelligence and discipline. He is still learning the complexities of the position and lacks elite burst, but he's a balanced athlete with a coachable mentality that can be molded.
24. Austin Johnson, DT, Penn State (6-3, 325, 5.27, RJr.)
A prospect whose production matches his tape, Johnson is built well to take on multiple blockers and clog the middle of the field. His motor is always revving and he moves well in small areas, showing the strong hands to stack and create movement in even and odd fronts.
25. Rashard Higgins, WR, Colorado State (6-1, 196, 4.64, Jr.)
Higgins put his name on the NFL radar with his sophomore season (96/1,750/17) and despite losing Garrett Grayson at quarterback in 2015, he put together a strong junior year as well (66/933/8). Higgins might be the best receiver in this class at exploiting defensive holes and getting uncovered.
26. Joshua Perry, LB, Ohio State (6-4, 254, 4.68, Sr.)
A prospect with experience at every linebacker spot, Perry has the size of a defensive end, but moves more like a safety with his straight-line speed to stick with backs out of the backfield. He is wired right for the NFL with the well-rounded and scheme-diverse skill-set that will be attractive to every team.
27. Hunter Henry, TE, Arkansas (6-5, 250, 4.68, Jr.)
The top tight end in the 2016 class, Henry has excellent route acceleration with vacuum hands to catch everything thrown in his direction. He won't offer much as an inline blocker, but as a pass-catcher, Henry is ready to help a NFL offense from day one.
28. Tyler Boyd, WR, Pittsburgh (6-2, 197, 4.52, Jr.)
The most prolific wide receiver to come out of Pitt, Boyd is a graceful athlete and trusts his hands, showing quick eyes to pluck and immediately analyze his surroundings. He has average measureables, but pays attention to the details and would be excellent out of the slot.
29. Kyler Fackrell, LB, Utah State (6-5, 245, 4.72, RSr.)
A jack-of-all-trades type of linebacker in college, Fackrell was asked to drop in coverage, rush the passer and use his range to defend the run. He isn't a twitchy or explosive athlete, but flows with outstanding effort, offering functional versatility to be an every down player.
30. Sheldon Day, DT, Notre Dame (6-1, 293, 5.07, Sr.)
While not on the same level as Aaron Donald, Day is built in a similar mold due to his lack of size, but the athleticism and bod control jump off the film. Although he won't be a fit for every scheme, Day is ideal as an under tackle in a 4-3 scheme that focuses on one-gap principles.
31. Javon Hargrave, DT, South Carolina State (6-1, 309, 4.93, Sr.)
One of the top-three “small school” prospects in the 2016 class, Hargrave moves very well for his size to fire off the snap and break down in pursuit. He also has the powerful hands to control blocks and gain proper gap leverage in the run game.
32. Deion Jones, LB, LSU (6-1, 222, 4.39, Sr.)
An undersized, but speedy linebacker, Jones flies all over the field with the cover skills that will make him an attractive prospect. He has below average length and will miss some tackles, but Jones has the speed and make-up that NFL coaches want to work with.
1. Myles Jack, LB, UCLA (6-1, 245, 4.56, Jr.)
Jack is an athletic specimen with above average pursuit speed, contact balance and mental processor to know everything going on around him. He has the athletic skill-set to be a difference-maker, but several teams have red-flagged his knee, which is obviously worrisome.
2. Mackensie Alexander, CB, Clemson (5-10, 195, 4.43, RSo.)
Alexander didn't record an interception in college, but he wasn't consistently targeted, not allowing a touchdown the final 24 games of his career. While his route anticipation and technique need work, he is able to smother receivers with his lower body fluidity and quick reflexes.
3. Jarran Reed, DT, Alabama (6-3, 313, 5.14, Sr.)
Although not a rangy player, Reed is a smooth athlete for his size, scraping down the line of scrimmage and pushing the pocket (led all Alabama defensive linemen in tackles each of the last two seasons). He is the draft's top nose tackle due to his stout anchor and balance.
4. Noah Spence, DE, Eastern Kentucky (6-3, 261, 4.68, RJr.)
An Ohio State transfer, Spence is one of the top wildcards in the 2016 class due to his immense talent, but heavy baggage off the field. He is a slippery rusher with the initial burst, lateral quicks and natural leverage to threaten the pocket on a regular basis.
5. Reggie Ragland, LB, Alabama (6-2, 252, 4.72, Sr.)
An excellent point of attack defender, Ragland has terrific play speed and it's no coincidence that he's always around the ball with his diagnose skills. He can be overaggressive at times, but he's a punishing tackler and flashes violence in his hands to detach himself from blocks.
6. Cody Whitehair, OG, Kansas State (6-4, 309, 5.08, RSr.)
Whitehair left an indelible mark at KSU with his leadership, work ethic and high-level of play the last four years at both tackle and guard. He doesn't have the length to hold up consistently on the edges in the NFL, but Whitehair has the base strength and instincts to start at guard right now.
7. Jonathan Bullard, DL, Florida (6-3, 283, 4.86, Sr.)
A player who benefited by returning for his senior season, Bullard is a wrecking ball at the line of scrimmage due to his anticipation off the snap and quick reflexes to find the ball. He is limited as a pass rusher, but scheme diverse due to his play recognition at the point of attack.
8. A'Shawn Robinson, DT, Alabama (6-3, 312, 5.18, Jr.)
Nicknamed the “man child” growing up, Robinson has the look and power of a full grown man. His flashes are very good, but they don't happen consistently, mostly because he was asked to two-gap, clog things up and occupy blockers, which doesn't show up in the box score.
9. Andrew Billings, DT, Baylor (6-1, 310, 5.04, Jr.)
Billings, who was a record-setting weight-lifter in high school, flashes dominant qualities when he keeps his pad level low, rolls his hips and pushes his momentum into the pocket. As the technique and discipline catch up, Billings should continue to get better.
10. Michael Thomas, WR, Ohio State (6-3, 210, 4.54, RJr.)
Although not the fastest or most explosive, Thomas is a good-sized athlete and detailed route runner with little wasted movements to create spacing at the stem. He will need time to adapt to a NFL playbook, but his savvy footwork, body control and ballskills are starter quality.
11. Su'a Cravens, DS/LB, USC (6-1, 225, 4.58, Jr.)
Cravens was asked to do a little bit of everything for the Trojans in a hybrid safety/linebacker role. His take-on strength and physical nature as a tackler are both below average, but he's a fluid athlete with excellent reaction skills and instincts to cover on an island.
12. Kevin Dodd, DE, Clemson (6-4, 275, 4.84, RJr.)
Although he didn't start until this past season, Dodd made it count with 23.5 tackles for loss and a dozen sacks, numbers that fell just shy of Lawson's for the team lead. Dodd is still raw in areas, but with his size and quickness off the ball, he has been steadily rising.
13. Xavien Howard, CB, Baylor (6-0, 201, 4.58, RJr.)
Howard won't be featured as the prototype for fundamentals in coverage, but his ability to find the ball in flight and use his ballskills to disrupt the catch point is above average. Although his long-speed isn't ideal, he mixes things up and does a lot of receiver-like things in coverage.
14. Hassan Ridgeway, DT, Texas (6-3, 303, 5.02, RJr.)
Ridgeway displays an impressive skill-set with his power, athleticism and instincts, detaching himself from blocks and quickly finding the ball. He needs technique and conditioning work, but if he stays healthy, Ridgeway is a starting two-down one-technique in a 4-3 base.
15. Kamalei Correa, DE/LB, Boise State (6-3, 243, 4.69, Jr.)
Correa lacks much variety with his pass rush at this point in his development and his production is based more on effort and raw athleticism than technique and discipline. But he has the movement skills and competitive toughness worth grooming in a 3-4 scheme.
16. Sterling Shepard, WR, Oklahoma (5-10, 194, 4.48, Sr.)
Although his lack of size and strength will limit him in some areas, Shepard has above average body control and route savvy, using tempo and multiple gears to get open. Despite his limitations, Shepard is a very natural pass-catcher with the skills to be a YAC monster.
17. Ronald Blair, DE, Appalachian State (6-2, 284, 5.15, RSr.)
Although his Combine numbers don't accurately reflect his impressive tape, Blair belongs in the second round discussion. He plays with violent hands and aggressive pass rush moves to rip through blockers, showing the effort to finish in the pocket.
18. Derrick Henry, RB, Alabama (6-2, 242, 4.54, Jr.)
Since 2011, Alabama has had four running backs drafted in the first two rounds (with mixed results) and Henry should be the fifth. He is a powerful, yet graceful north-south athlete who can fit through tight spaces, using patience and instincts to gash defenses.
19. Pharoh Cooper, WR, South Carolina (5-11, 208, 4.52, Jr.)
A playmaker with the ball in his hands, Cooper displays the play speed, elusive cuts and start/stop movements to create on his own, before and after the catch. Similar to Randall Cobb when he came out of Kentucky, Cooper is a jack-of-all-trades weapon on offense.
20. Jason Spriggs, OT, Indiana (6-6, 301, 4.94, Sr.)
A high school tight end, Spriggs was a four-year starter for the Hoosiers and doesn't have many negative snaps on his film. Although he needs to strengthen his core for the NFL, he has the frame, athleticism and body control to start at the next level.
21. Kendall Fuller, CB, Virginia Tech (6-0, 197, 4.48, Jr.)
Fuller looked like a future high round pick his first two years in Blacksburg, but 2015 was a lost season for him due to a torn meniscus. Nonetheless, he has the short-area quickness, controlled footwork and natural feel in coverage to be a reliable NFL starter.
22. Vonn Bell, DS, Ohio State (5-11, 205, 4.52, Jr.)
Although his tackling mechanics need some refinement, Bell plays with the requisite mental and physical toughness and can hold his own in man coverage. His athleticism, timing and savvy at the position translate well to the next level, along with his decisive reactor.
23. Emmanuel Ogbah, DE, Oklahoma State (6-3, 275, 4.76, RJr.)
A native of Nigeria, Ogbah is a “coach's dream” according to Mike Gundy due to his strong work ethic, intelligence and discipline. He is still learning the complexities of the position and lacks elite burst, but he's a balanced athlete with a coachable mentality that can be molded.
24. Austin Johnson, DT, Penn State (6-3, 325, 5.27, RJr.)
A prospect whose production matches his tape, Johnson is built well to take on multiple blockers and clog the middle of the field. His motor is always revving and he moves well in small areas, showing the strong hands to stack and create movement in even and odd fronts.
25. Rashard Higgins, WR, Colorado State (6-1, 196, 4.64, Jr.)
Higgins put his name on the NFL radar with his sophomore season (96/1,750/17) and despite losing Garrett Grayson at quarterback in 2015, he put together a strong junior year as well (66/933/8). Higgins might be the best receiver in this class at exploiting defensive holes and getting uncovered.
26. Joshua Perry, LB, Ohio State (6-4, 254, 4.68, Sr.)
A prospect with experience at every linebacker spot, Perry has the size of a defensive end, but moves more like a safety with his straight-line speed to stick with backs out of the backfield. He is wired right for the NFL with the well-rounded and scheme-diverse skill-set that will be attractive to every team.
27. Hunter Henry, TE, Arkansas (6-5, 250, 4.68, Jr.)
The top tight end in the 2016 class, Henry has excellent route acceleration with vacuum hands to catch everything thrown in his direction. He won't offer much as an inline blocker, but as a pass-catcher, Henry is ready to help a NFL offense from day one.
28. Tyler Boyd, WR, Pittsburgh (6-2, 197, 4.52, Jr.)
The most prolific wide receiver to come out of Pitt, Boyd is a graceful athlete and trusts his hands, showing quick eyes to pluck and immediately analyze his surroundings. He has average measureables, but pays attention to the details and would be excellent out of the slot.
29. Kyler Fackrell, LB, Utah State (6-5, 245, 4.72, RSr.)
A jack-of-all-trades type of linebacker in college, Fackrell was asked to drop in coverage, rush the passer and use his range to defend the run. He isn't a twitchy or explosive athlete, but flows with outstanding effort, offering functional versatility to be an every down player.
30. Sheldon Day, DT, Notre Dame (6-1, 293, 5.07, Sr.)
While not on the same level as Aaron Donald, Day is built in a similar mold due to his lack of size, but the athleticism and bod control jump off the film. Although he won't be a fit for every scheme, Day is ideal as an under tackle in a 4-3 scheme that focuses on one-gap principles.
31. Javon Hargrave, DT, South Carolina State (6-1, 309, 4.93, Sr.)
One of the top-three “small school” prospects in the 2016 class, Hargrave moves very well for his size to fire off the snap and break down in pursuit. He also has the powerful hands to control blocks and gain proper gap leverage in the run game.
32. Deion Jones, LB, LSU (6-1, 222, 4.39, Sr.)
An undersized, but speedy linebacker, Jones flies all over the field with the cover skills that will make him an attractive prospect. He has below average length and will miss some tackles, but Jones has the speed and make-up that NFL coaches want to work with.
Todd McShay
1. Myles Jack, OLB, UCLA (Grade: 92)
What he brings: Arguably one of the most athletic prospects in this class, Jack is a perfect fit for today's NFL. He has sideline-to-sideline range and flashes explosive power. In addition, he is the top coverage linebacker in the class. Jack comes with some durability concerns after a season-ending torn meniscus this past fall, and it seems concerns over his knee caused his tumble. He is a top-10 prospect in this class who will add playmaking ability to a front seven when healthy.
Watch Jack's highlights
2. Reggie Ragland, ILB, Alabama (90)
What he brings: The top run-stopping linebacker in this class, Ragland brings size, excellent point-of-attack skills and a strong understanding of geometry with pursuit angles to provide him with sideline-to-sideline range. He also brings a physical element to his game and is an impactful knock-back tackler. While he has some athletic limitations, he has better third-down value than people think, including an underrated pass-rushing presence. He also brings outstanding football character and is one of the more NFL-ready prospects who could step in as a starter immediately.
Watch Ragland's highlights
3. Jarran Reed, DT, Alabama (90)
What he brings: Reed is the best run-stopping defensive tackle in this class. He plays with excellent leverage and has the anchor, along with the upper-body power, to eat up space as a two-gapper at the next level. He shows heavy and active hands discarding blocks when tied up in a phone booth. He doesn't have great production as a pass-rusher, but he wasn't asked to rush the passer within his defensive scheme at Alabama. Reed has shown the ability to push the pocket from the interior. He will instantly upgrade the interior of the defensive line.
Watch Reed's highlights
4. Hunter Henry, TE, Arkansas (89)
What he brings: The top tight end on our board, Henry is an above-average route runner who knows how to get open, catches the ball well and produces after the catch. He's also fast enough to get down the seam and make defenses pay for biting on play-action. While he's not a powerful blocker, he is an effective positional blocker with the frame to get better.
Watch Henry's highlights
5. Chris Jones, DT, Mississippi State (89)
What he brings: An outstanding run-stopper, Jones has the long arms to press blockers off his frame and the quick hands to shed blocks with relative ease. He's also a powerful and sure tackle for the position. There aren't many defensive linemen who move as well as he does either, and there's a lot to like about his upside. His effort is good for the most part, but there are times when he appears to tire, his pads rise and he's not as effective.
Watch Jones' highlights
6. Vonn Bell, S, Ohio State (88)
What he brings: Bell has elite cover skills for a safety as he has the fluidity to shadow slot receivers, the speed to run with tight ends and the range to play center field. In fact, he covers so well that he could line up at corner. He also has the instincts and ball skills to be a playmaker in the NFL. Bell is not big enough to line up in the box and he's not a big hitter, but he is an adequate run-stopper who closes well in pursuit.
Watch Bell's highlights
7. Kevin Dodd, DE, Clemson (87)
What he brings: Dodd is coming off a breakout season in which he had 62 tackles, 23.5 tackles for loss and 12 sacks. He's at his best rushing the passer, showing good bend around the edge. He flashes an effective change of pace inside move. Though he's not as effective defending the run, he has the frame and size to set the edge. On the downside, Dodd didn't test as well as expected at the combine, and his lack of production heading into his senior season raises a red flag. He has also had problems staying healthy.
Watch Dodd's highlights
8. Kamalei Correa, OLB, Boise State (87)
What he brings: A dynamic linebacker, Correa's greatest strength might be his ability to get after the quarterback as he has the burst, bend and closing speed to regularly threaten off the edge. He's also a sideline-to-sideline run defender, capable of matching up with tight ends in man coverage and rangy in zone coverage. The two areas he needs the most work include improving his diagnostic skills against the run and getting off blocks quicker.
Watch Correa's highlight
9. A'Shawn Robinson, DT, Alabama (86)
What he brings: Robinson is a powerful run-stopper with the potential to develop into a disruptive pass-rusher. There's also a lot to like about his versatility as he's strong, long and athletic enough to play defensive tackle in a base four-man front and defensive end in three-man fronts. Robinson's downside is he doesn't play every snap with the same kind of urgency, and he's an unpolished pass-rusher who isn't an effective hand fighter at this point.
Watch Robinson's highlights
10. Michael Thomas, WR, Ohio State (86)
What he brings: The nephew of Keyshawn Johnson, Thomas didn't run particularly well at the combine (4.57 in the 40-yard dash). He ran a slightly quicker time at his pro day (4.53), however, and that time is a more accurate reflection of his playing speed. In addition, the 40 time overshadowed an otherwise impressive combine performance as he tested well in other key areas. The bottom line is that Thomas has the frame, athletic ability and ball skills to develop into an effective No. 2 wide receiver, but he still needs to improve his route running.
1. Myles Jack, OLB, UCLA (Grade: 92)
What he brings: Arguably one of the most athletic prospects in this class, Jack is a perfect fit for today's NFL. He has sideline-to-sideline range and flashes explosive power. In addition, he is the top coverage linebacker in the class. Jack comes with some durability concerns after a season-ending torn meniscus this past fall, and it seems concerns over his knee caused his tumble. He is a top-10 prospect in this class who will add playmaking ability to a front seven when healthy.
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2. Reggie Ragland, ILB, Alabama (90)
What he brings: The top run-stopping linebacker in this class, Ragland brings size, excellent point-of-attack skills and a strong understanding of geometry with pursuit angles to provide him with sideline-to-sideline range. He also brings a physical element to his game and is an impactful knock-back tackler. While he has some athletic limitations, he has better third-down value than people think, including an underrated pass-rushing presence. He also brings outstanding football character and is one of the more NFL-ready prospects who could step in as a starter immediately.
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3. Jarran Reed, DT, Alabama (90)
What he brings: Reed is the best run-stopping defensive tackle in this class. He plays with excellent leverage and has the anchor, along with the upper-body power, to eat up space as a two-gapper at the next level. He shows heavy and active hands discarding blocks when tied up in a phone booth. He doesn't have great production as a pass-rusher, but he wasn't asked to rush the passer within his defensive scheme at Alabama. Reed has shown the ability to push the pocket from the interior. He will instantly upgrade the interior of the defensive line.
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4. Hunter Henry, TE, Arkansas (89)
What he brings: The top tight end on our board, Henry is an above-average route runner who knows how to get open, catches the ball well and produces after the catch. He's also fast enough to get down the seam and make defenses pay for biting on play-action. While he's not a powerful blocker, he is an effective positional blocker with the frame to get better.
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5. Chris Jones, DT, Mississippi State (89)
What he brings: An outstanding run-stopper, Jones has the long arms to press blockers off his frame and the quick hands to shed blocks with relative ease. He's also a powerful and sure tackle for the position. There aren't many defensive linemen who move as well as he does either, and there's a lot to like about his upside. His effort is good for the most part, but there are times when he appears to tire, his pads rise and he's not as effective.
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6. Vonn Bell, S, Ohio State (88)
What he brings: Bell has elite cover skills for a safety as he has the fluidity to shadow slot receivers, the speed to run with tight ends and the range to play center field. In fact, he covers so well that he could line up at corner. He also has the instincts and ball skills to be a playmaker in the NFL. Bell is not big enough to line up in the box and he's not a big hitter, but he is an adequate run-stopper who closes well in pursuit.
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7. Kevin Dodd, DE, Clemson (87)
What he brings: Dodd is coming off a breakout season in which he had 62 tackles, 23.5 tackles for loss and 12 sacks. He's at his best rushing the passer, showing good bend around the edge. He flashes an effective change of pace inside move. Though he's not as effective defending the run, he has the frame and size to set the edge. On the downside, Dodd didn't test as well as expected at the combine, and his lack of production heading into his senior season raises a red flag. He has also had problems staying healthy.
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8. Kamalei Correa, OLB, Boise State (87)
What he brings: A dynamic linebacker, Correa's greatest strength might be his ability to get after the quarterback as he has the burst, bend and closing speed to regularly threaten off the edge. He's also a sideline-to-sideline run defender, capable of matching up with tight ends in man coverage and rangy in zone coverage. The two areas he needs the most work include improving his diagnostic skills against the run and getting off blocks quicker.
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9. A'Shawn Robinson, DT, Alabama (86)
What he brings: Robinson is a powerful run-stopper with the potential to develop into a disruptive pass-rusher. There's also a lot to like about his versatility as he's strong, long and athletic enough to play defensive tackle in a base four-man front and defensive end in three-man fronts. Robinson's downside is he doesn't play every snap with the same kind of urgency, and he's an unpolished pass-rusher who isn't an effective hand fighter at this point.
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10. Michael Thomas, WR, Ohio State (86)
What he brings: The nephew of Keyshawn Johnson, Thomas didn't run particularly well at the combine (4.57 in the 40-yard dash). He ran a slightly quicker time at his pro day (4.53), however, and that time is a more accurate reflection of his playing speed. In addition, the 40 time overshadowed an otherwise impressive combine performance as he tested well in other key areas. The bottom line is that Thomas has the frame, athletic ability and ball skills to develop into an effective No. 2 wide receiver, but he still needs to improve his route running.
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I would love it if they could get a 3rd rounder for Leary. A 4th may also be pushing but if they can get at very least a 5th I'd see that as a win.
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There are still a ton a really good players left. I think they should go DL. I've been saying I want Andrew Billings and would still love to draft him but I never expected A'Shawn Robinson to still be on the board. Actually both Bama DT's are still on the board.
What do you guys think about Noah Spence?
Also would you consider Michael Thomas?
What do you guys think about Noah Spence?
Also would you consider Michael Thomas?
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Of course they do. Shit, last year they had 1st round names available on Sunday.
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I think Fishhead did the research and found out there were two vet OL in the same boat as Leary traded in the 2015 draft, both of them netted 5th rounders.
We currently don't have a 5th and I wouldn't be sad if we got one for Leary.
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Trading down some isn't a bad idea here, depending on how high they have some of these guys.
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Totally agree on #1
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Cleveland and Tennessee.