TJ Watt, OJ Howard, Malik Hooker, Forrest Lamp, Sidney Jones (after he heals).
I realize that's 5 guys, but those guys are all dominant players who blossom in the NFL. I simply cannot see any of them not succeeding. They have the upside, the work ethic, the developmental profile, and the desire to be great.
After looking at all of the pass rushers, the only one who I am convinced will definitely be great is Watt. While there are others with as high or even higher ceilings, none that have the same basic football talent and instincts. Kid is just purely natural at pass rush, tackling, processing information instantaneously, working through trash, sniffing out lanes, staying on his feet ... all the football stuff. Size and athletics are drool-worthy too.
Howard is a hidden gem. Kid is incredible. Honestly, I really like Bucky Hodges too, but while Hodges is all potential and inconsistency, Howard is already rock solid as a pass protector, run blocker, seam threat, reliable catcher, and solid route runner. Simply a 3 down guy who adds value regardless of the play call.
MH just makes my brain explode. This guy plays so fast on film, I thought he would test even better than he did. His range is insane. His ball skills are phenomenal. I have him as the highest ceiling player in this draft. He could be the next Ed Reed if it translates to the NFL. To me, he is in a class by himself among these safeties.
Lamp looks like Zack Martin. He has great athletics, balance, knee bend, and technique. Lamp plays with a lot of power and his bench press numbers back that up. The kid is a smooth athlete who shouldn't have any trouble in pass pro inside and can probably kick outside in a pinch and be more effective than most analysts think. True 5 position player, but potential All-Pro at guard. He seems like the only sure-fire OL pick.
Sidney Jones is a player that I just cannot say enough good things about. He looks like a bigger, longer, better version of Marcus Peters without the baggage. Anyone questioning his durability or tackling should watch his tape. The kid is a willing and competent tackler with surprisingly good durability. Yes, he had a freak non-contact injury that will sideline him as a rookie, but this guy can take a hit and isn't shy about delivering one. Great coverage skills and tremendous ball skills. He screams perfect pick for our system.
If we draft any of these 5 guys I'll be super-excited. The goal in the draft is to get good players and build a team around their talent. These 5 guys are those sure-fire excellent talents, IMHO.