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OT Zachary Crabtree, Oklahoma St. 6-6 310



Combine Non-Invitee

Strengths
Good lower body thickness with big-boned frame. Has natural mass and strength to hold up at the point of attack if defender doesn't look to challenge his edge. Adequate timing with his combo blocks. Has enough feel for optimal time to come off his first block and stick his second. Radar is decent in space. Takes a controlled approach to his target and is careful not to lunge or commit too early to his block. Runs his feet through contact on angle blocks. Length can be disruptive to rushers who are there to be punched.
Weaknesses
Looks narrow through chest and shoulders. Upright and sluggish when asked to pull. Plays with leverage issues and below average lateral movement due to lack of bend. Unimpressive when asked to drive block. First step is very quick, but steps two and three can't match that pace. As move blocker, unable to capture and secure play-side half of defender. Foot quickness is very average. Finishing rate is disappointing. Base narrows and feet get too close causing issues with balance. Punch is too slow and passive. Edges can be battered by both speed rushers and powerful inside counters.
Draft Projection
Round 5
NFL Comparison
John Theus
Bottom Line
Right tackle prospect with good size, length and natural anchor. However, Crabtree's inconsistent base and heavy feet cause him trouble with balance which is highly exploitable by NFL defenders. Crabtree is OK in the run game but simply doesn't control the rep as often as you would like. His biggest concern will come against NFL pass rushers as he has too many instances where he struggles to protect his edges with footwork and redirect strength. Crabtree has backup potential but could struggle badly if forced into a game too early.
http://www.nfl.com/draft/2018/profiles/zach-crabtree?id=2560010
 
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DT Taven Bryan, Florida 6-5 291





Combine Results:
Arm - 32 3/4
Hand -9 3/4
40 - 4.98
Bench - 30
Vertical - 35.0
Broad - 9'11"
3 Cone - 7.12
20 yd. shuttle - 4.48
60 yd. shuttle - DNP

Strengths:
  • Excellent athlete
  • Fast at the point of attack
  • Has the ability to be an interior pass-rusher
  • Closes on quarterbacks in a hurry
  • Disruptive
  • Strong hands
  • Quick feet
  • Excellent get-off
  • Rare athletic skill set
  • Strong at the point of attack
  • Agile
  • Can bull through offensive linemen
  • Quality run defender
  • Can play a variety of techniques in a 4-3 or 3-4
  • Carries weight well
  • Upside
Weaknesses:
  • Not instinctive
  • Lacks pass-rushing moves
  • Inconsistent
  • Lacks feel
  • Late start in football
  • Raw
  • May need a year or two of development
Summary: Bryan was one of the players who broke out l in 2017. Despite a disappointing season for Florida, Bryan was one of the few bright spots, totaling 40 tackles with six tackles for a loss and four sacks across 11 games. It was a huge increase from his previous two years. As a freshman backup, Bryan notched 10 tackles with .5 sacks. In 2016, he totaled 17 tackles with one sack as a rotational player. Considering Bryan's excellent skill set, the lack of playing time in the early going of his college career is indicative of his late start in football and needing development. In November, WalterFootball.com was first to report that Bryan planned on skipping his final season of college eligibility to enter the 2018 NFL Draft.
Bryan has strength at the point of attack and possses a thick build to hold his ground and defend the run. His technique needs refinement, but the physical tools are there for him to be a good run defender in the NFL.
Bryan is at his best using his speed to fire a gap and achieve penetration into the backfield. He can cause a lot of disruption behind the line of scrimmage, allowing him to blow up runs in the backfield or put heat on the quarterback. Bryan's speed to fire by guards is a real mismatch for interior blockers. Bryan has a tremendous get-off with serious explosion off the snap. He also has developed strength with active hands to shed blocks or power through them.
Bryan had a late start in football, however, from growing up Wyoming, and that shows up in him not demonstrating good instincts. Bryan is inconsistent while lacking feel and pass-rushing moves. One of the big projects for his NFL defensive line coach will be teaching Bryan some moves in the pass rush as he is too dependent on only speed or power.
Thus even though Bryan is a first-round athlete, he still needs development as a player. That could translate to him not doing much in his first year or two in the NFL. If that is the case, it will be incumbent on Bryan to keep working through the growing pains, plus his NFL franchise is going to need to exercise some patience with a long-term view of him becoming a player for them in Years 3, 4, and beyond. In a league that has a lot of turnover on coaching staffs, front offices, and the roster, there isn't always a lot of patience for player development, so that is a risk with drafting Bryan and seeing a good return for that early-round selection. A team could give up on him too fast and not get the value it should for the pick.
With his skill set, Bryan can play end or tackle in a 4-3 defense, and he would be a perfect fit as a five-technique end in a 3-4. In a 4-3, he should rush from the inside in passing situations, and he has the size and strength to be a full-time defensive tackle who possesses the athleticism and quickness to be a power end on run downs.
Bryan should be a first- or second-round pick in the 2018 NFL Draft. In speaking with team sources, they say there is no way they think Bryan will get to the third round. Some announcers have compared the 6-foot-4, 295-pounder Bryan to J.J. Watt, and in terms of style of play Bryan is reminiscent of Watt when Bryan is making big plays, but Bryan was not consistently dominant to deserve a comparison to Watt. Bryan hasn't shown the instincts and feel that Watt does on a down-by-down basis. In speaking with some team scouting sources, Bryan has drawn comparisons to players like Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Chris Jones and Denver Broncos defensive lineman Derek Wolfe.
Read more at http://walterfootball.com/scoutingreport2018tbryan.php#hz6YSyiOMUOYX5dY.99
 
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DE Bradley Chubb, North Carolina St. 6-4 269



Combine Results:
Arm - 34
Hand - 9 7/8
40 - 4.65
Bench - 24
Vertical - 36.0
Broad - 10'1"
3 Cone - 7.37
20 yd. shuttle - 4.41
60 yd. shuttle - DNP

The NFL is a pass-happy league, and having players who can get after the quarterback is the most essential building block of any defense. Defensive linemen are always in demand in NFL drafts, and Chubb should have plenty of interested teams in the 2018 NFL Draft.
Chubb is a sturdy base send with some quickness, strength, and athletic ability. He is a good athlete on the edge as he has a nice burst off the snap with a quick first-step. Chubb gets into his gap quicker than many offensive linemen expect, which allows him to gain good leverage on blockers. Once Chubb gets into the backfield, he has a strong bull rush and the ability to go from speed to power to fight through blockers. One of the most impressive things about Chubb's technique is a strong rip move that he employs to shed blocks. Coming around the corner or rushing to the inside, Chubb does a really nice job of ripping up to get blockers off of him and close on the quarterback. Chubb also has nice closing speed to finish plays off.
While Chubb is a thick and sturdy defensive lineman, you see nice flexibility from him to dip and get low through blocks. He isn't too stiff where he has an inability to bend. Chubb doesn't have elite bending ability, but is better than one might expect.
Like any collegiate player, Chubb could has some areas of improvement. It would be good to see the senior demonstrate more pass-rushing moves to go with his rip move and bull rush. Adding a spin move and a club move, as well as learning to counter to the inside would make him more dangerous. Chubb already is a good pass-rushing prospect for the next level, but adding more moves would make him more complete and dynamic.
Chubb is a quality defender against the run. He can hold his ground, at times, and has the ability to shed blocks to get in on tackles outside of his gap. However, he could use more strength in his base and needs to get better at shedding blocks that are coming downhill straight at him. That would help him against NFL offensive linemen. Chubb is good at getting upfield to knife through his gap and cause havoc in the backfield.
For the passing-driven pro game, Chubb looks like a solid base end who would fit really well in a 4-3 defense. That is what he has played at N.C. State, and he has shown some versatility to move inside and rush as a tackle in obvious passing situations. He could continue that in the NFL. Right now, Chubb looks like a tweener for a 3-4 defense between a five-technique and outside linebacker. At this time of year, one never knows if listed measurements are accurate, and players can change their weight during the process, so that could be subject to change.
http://walterfootball.com/scoutingreport2018BChubb.php
 
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ILB Azeem Victor, Washington 6-2 240





Combine Results:
Arm - 33
Hand - 9 3/8
40 - 4.72
Bench - 19
Vertical - 32.5
Broad - 9'7"
3 Cone - 7.20
20 yd. shuttle - 4.40
60 yd. shuttle - DNP

Azeem Victor is a long and rangy linebacker who flashes the ability to make a lot of play on the ball. He features a good short-area burst that allows him to close on the football. His overall athleticism means he can make plays from sideline to sideline.
Victor’s movement ability also helps him hold up in pass coverage. In coverage, he maintains a balanced stance with his eyes in the backfield. However, Victor needs to improve his awareness as he struggles to feel the developing routes.
Washington doesn’t hesitate to use Victor as a blitzing linebacker. He has solid snap awareness and the burst to get after the quarterback.
Against the run, Victor possesses the speed to work around blocks and close on the ball carrier. He flashes the ability to make quick reads and fill the hole. However, there’s a lot of inconsistency to his game.
He has a tendency to hesitate off the snap and remain flatfooted. Victor doesn’t appear to get a good read on post-snap information. This often leads to a slow reaction time and poor angles to the football.
Victor rarely uses his hands to take on blockers and clog running lanes. He relies on his defensive line to occupy the blockers and allow him to run free. However, Victor tends to make the wrong read and will take himself out of the play.
There won’t always be space eaters in front of Victor which means he needs to learn how to stack and shed.
He needs to show that he can make quicker reads, be more physical and make more plays at the line of scrimmage. Victor has the physical traits to be a top-end prospect but needs to show a better feel for the position.
https://withthefirstpick.com/2017/05/14/azeem-victor-washington-2018-nfl-draft-scouting-report/
 
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OLB Ogbonnia Okoronkwo, Oklahoma 6-1 253



Combine Results:
Arm - 33 3/4
Hand - 9
40 - 4.77
Bench - 27
Vertical - 38.0
Broad - 10'1"
3 Cone - DNP
20 yd. shuttle - DNP
60 yd. shuttle - DNP

Ogbonnia Okoronkwo is a well-built linebacker prospect who spends a lot of time working near the line of scrimmage. Oklahoma mainly uses him on the outside to rush the quarterback and set the edge against the run.
His size and build is more in line with a traditional linebacker which may make it difficult for him to play at the line of scrimmage in the NFL. However, Okoronkwo features a lot of raw power and sound technique.
Against the run, he does a good job gaining inside hands and maintaining leverage. This allows him to get his arms extended and keep clean. Okoronkwo also features the hands strength and quickness needed to disengage.
He is a high-motor player who will fight to close the back door and chase the ball carrier several yards down field.
His pass rush ability is based on his initial quickness and change of direction ability. He is most effective when using an outside jab step with an inside counter. That first outside step helps him get the blocker off balance and open an inside lane to the quarterback.
It’s the type of pass rush move that is made more effective because of Okoronkwo’s speed off the edge. He’s a legitimate threat to gain the edge, turn the corner and close on the quarterback.
Okoronkwo also features an effective spin move that takes the blockers off guard. It’s the fact he remains balanced with his spin that makes this move so effective. Overall, Okoronkwo has enough pass rush moves to make an immediate impact at the next level.
His position in the NFL is something that will garner some discussion. Oklahoma doesn’t ask him to drop in coverage too often. When he does drop in coverage, Okoronkwo plays a little stiff and upright. This limits his balance and ability to stick with his target.
The fact that Okoronkwo doesn’t have the size to play defensive end means that he’s looking at a role as a 3-4 linebacker who typically works around the line of scrimmage.
https://withthefirstpick.com/2017/11/03/ogbonnia-okoronkwo-oklahoma-2018-nfl-draft-scouting-report/
 
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SS DeShon Elliott, Texas 6-1 210



Combine Results:
Arm - 32 1/4
Hand - 10 1/ 2
40 - 4.62
Bench - 15
Vertical - 36.0
Broad - 10'1"
3 Cone - DNP
20 yd. shuttle - DNP
60 yd. shuttle - DNP

DeShon Elliott has enjoyed an excellent career at Texas despite not winning a ton of games. He has registered a total of 9 career interceptions with 6 of those comes this season. This shows that Elliott knows how to put himself in position to make a play.
Texas uses Elliott all over the field from deep zone, in the slot and at the line of scrimmage. He plays multiple roles when lining up at the different positions.
Elliott is a physical run defender who can deliver a pop. He does a good job remaining balanced as he approaches the ball carrier which also makes him a reliable tackler. His toughness allows him to work near the line of scrimmage.
He has experience working off the edge to close the back door and rush the quarterback. Overall, Elliott is an asset in the run game who can make plays from sideline to sideline.
In coverage, Elliott shows the quickness and burst needed to make plays on the football. I wouldn’t categorize him as a ball hawking safety despite his 9 career interceptions. A lot of those intercepts have come by being in the right place at the right time.
Elliott tends to give a lot of space when working in deep zone. He is able to react and take advantage of overthrows which is where he gets a lot of his interceptions. However, there is value in a player who has a knack for being in the right position.
His man coverage skills are solid, but not at the level where he should be routinely counted on to lineup in the slot. Elliott doesn’t have good overall length which will limit his ability to hold up against bigger tight ends.
Overall, Elliott has the athleticism and instincts to be a starter at the next level. If he can continue his turnover production in the NFL he will be a real difference maker. Either way, he will provide a defense with an active player who will support the run.
https://withthefirstpick.com/2017/11/30/deshon-elliott-texas-2018-nfl-draft-scouting-report/
 
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FS Marcus Allen, Penn St. 6-2 215



Combine Results:
Arm - 30 5/8
Hand - 9 1/8
40 - DNP
Bench - 15
Vertical - 37.0
Broad - 10'7"
3 Cone - DNP
20 yd. shuttle - 4.32
60 yd. shuttle - DNP

Marcus Allen is known for his ability to deliver punishing hits. He’s a safety prospect who does his best work at or near the line of scrimmage. However, he also features the closing burst and instincts to support the run from the deep safety spot.
Allen’s aggressiveness is what stands out as he’s like an extra linebacker on the field. He uses his big hit and hands in an attempt to dislodge the ball from the runner. This is a safety who can fill at the line of scrimmage and take on blockers.
His aggressiveness can be a negative at times. He can get a little out of control and fail to break down when tackling. This results in missed tackles and some poor angles. Allen needs to remain under control and remember that he’s often the last line of defense.
In pass coverage, Allen struggles to properly read the quarterback and developing routes. His struggles in pass coverage hurt his overall draft stock.
He lacks feel in coverage and can be often found flat footed. Allen is so use to supporting the run that he just doesn’t have a ton of experience playing centerfield. The same can be said about his limited experience playing in man coverage.
Allen just doesn’t appear overly confident in his coverage skills. He lacks the savvy to set up the quarterback by masking his coverage.
It’ll be important for the team that drafts Allen to understand he will need time to develop this part of his game. However, we have seen big-hitters like Landon Collins make quick adjustments and make this part of his game a strength.
https://withthefirstpick.com/2017/07/07/marcus-allen-penn-state-2018-nfl-draft-scouting-report/
 
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CB Duke Dawson, Florida 5-10 197



Combine Results:
Arm - 31 1/2
Hand - 9
40 - 4.46
Bench - 15
Vertical - DNP
Broad - DNP
3 Cone - DNP
20 yd. shuttle - DNP
60 yd. shuttle - DNP

Duke Dawson features average to slightly below average height for the cornerback position. However, has as a solid frame that gives him the ability to play with some physicality. Dawson possesses good overall athleticism including fluid hips and quickness.
This is someone who has the speed needed to turn and run with speeder receivers. He also as good short-area burst which helps him click and close on the football.
His balance and click and close skills make Dawson a great fit for a zone scheme. In this type of coverage, he would also be able to use his ability to read the quarterback and developing routes. It would also help hide some of his issues in man coverage.
Dawson tends to play too much with his hands by grabbing receivers several yards down field. He also lacks the ball skills and timing to be effective in contested situations. His speed is the one thing that gives him upside in man coverage.
As a run defender, he shows some promise but needs to be more aggressive. Dawson is a solid tackler but doesn’t fight through blocks and is willing to be blocked too often.
His overall skill set makes him a good fit as a slot corner or and outside corner working in zone coverage. He has some starter potential, but overall he doesn’t stand out as someone capable of making a major impact at the next level.
A key to his success will be landing with a team that doesn’t ask him to play a lot of man coverage. In that type of role he will be exposed and draw a lot of interference penalties.
https://withthefirstpick.com/2017/12/07/duke-dawson-florida-2018-nfl-draft-scouting-report/
 
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QB Riley Ferguson, Memphis 6-3 212



Combine Results:
Arm - 30 7/8
Hand - 9 5/8
40 - 4.98
Bench - DNP
Vertical - 29
Broad - 9'2"
3 Cone - 6.96
20 yd. shuttle - 4.40

The 2018 quarterback class is an interesting one. Some big names are emerging, with a couple of them already picked to go in the top 10. Every season a player comes out of nowhere and rattles the draft boards of NFL teams. This season has some really intriguing names. Riley Ferguson from Memphis is one to watch.
Riley Ferguson started his career as a highly recruited high school player and signed to play with Tennessee. However, after an injury left him forgotten in the depth chart, he chose to spend a year at Coffeyville Junior College, before transferring to Memphis his Junior year. In his first season as the starter at Memphis, he broke Paxton Lynch’s single season touchdown record with 32.
He also had a respectful completion percentage, with 63% of passes completed. A little lower than Lynch, however, most of Paxton’s throws were bubble screens and flat routes, while Ferguson threw a lot more down the field.
Riley Ferguson is a tall quarterback with quick feet. He has a good arm and is able to push the ball vertically. Also, he is extremely confident in his ability to run an offense, which NFL scouts will love. Ferguson was given a huge task in taking over for Lynch this season.
Backing up a winning season in a solid conference like the AAC with a new coach and a new quarterback seemed difficult. But Riley Ferguson stepped into the role as signal caller and leader without much trouble. He came out of the season with a winning record and room to build.
Riley will have to improve his field vision at the next level. At times he can lock on receivers, however, he got better as the season progressed. He also started slowly in some games. It seemed like he used the first quarter of games as a warm up. So he will need to come out of the gate hot, to take the next step in his progression.
Riley Furgeson’s listed weight is 210 but he looks a little bigger on tape. He needs to add about fifteen pounds in the offseason but appears to have the frame to do it. With pocket presence being a must in the NFL, Riley will need to work on that has well. At times he runs away from defenders a little too fast.
Looking at the big picture, Riley Ferguson has all physical tools to make it at the next level. At times when watching him, he reminds me of Derek Carr. In fact, when I watched tape of Carr at Fresno, I saw many similarities to Ferguson. Good arm, good athleticism, and good vision late in games to name a few. Ferguson will get some of the same criticism Carr did coming out of college. Although Scouts seem like players with that skill set a little more since Carr’s success.
Ferguson also played in a lot of pro-style concepts in college. Spending time under center and in the pistol. Memphis runs more of a ball control offense now, which explains why Ferguson’s numbers were good but not overly inflated. Teams will like the fact he will not have a huge learning curve in transition to the next level.
https://withthefirstpick.com/2017/06/22/quarterback-riley-ferguson/
 
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RB Royce Freeman, Oregon 5-11 230





Combine Results:
Arm - 32
Hand - 9 1/2
40 - 4.54
Bench - 17
Vertical - 34
Broad - 9'10"
3 Cone - 6.9
20 yd. shuttle - 4.16
60 yd. shuttle - 11.64

Freeman ultimately could be the most successful of all of the running backs not named Leonard in this draft.
He could even be better than Christian McCaffrey. And I’m a big fan of his.
In the Chip Kelly era, it’s hard to know how good a running back from the Oregon offensive system is in reality. The option based aspects of the offense tend to hide the runner’s flaws in vision and they’ve been very successful with speed running backs since the sheer speed and defensive confusion makes them successful.
That said, Freeman isn’t one of those type of backs. He lacks that straight line speed that so many Oregon backs have had but he has much better vision and balance. So much so that he appears to be faster than he really is on the field.
His vision allows him to find holes that no one else can see and takes away good angles for defenders so he can squeeze a few more yards out.
Unfortunately his lack of great tools will probably mean that draft evaluators will grade him lower in comparison to the physical freaks that Freeman will be competing with in the 2017 draft process.
Be wary of any draft pundit who has Nick Chubb rated much higher over Freeman. Both don’t have amazing physical traits and produce thanks to their combination of vision and balance. Freeman isn’t coming off of a major knee injury like Chubb is currently doing.
Draft Grade: high 2nd
I don’t think that I’d take him over Fournette or McCaffrey right now, but I’d probably take him about the same time as Cook.
https://withthefirstpick.com/2016/08/31/2017-nfl-draft-royce-freeman-scouting-report/
 
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WR Michael Gallup, Colorado St. 6-1 205



Combine Results:
Arm - 31 1/2
Hand - 9 1/4
40 - 4.51
Bench - 10
Vertical - 36.0
Broad - 10'2"
3 Cone - 6.95
20 yd. shuttle - 4.37
60 yd. shuttle - 11.84

Michael Gallup features good size for the position with long arms. He does a good job using his size to his advantage in jump ball situations. Gallup also knows how to use his body to box out defenders and gain strong position.
He is someone who possesses good body control with the ability to adjust to poorly thrown balls.
His height and long arms make him a solid red zone threat. Gallup has solid hands and the ability to high point the football. He routinely works to pluck the ball away from his frame. However, there are a few situations where he doubled catches the ball.
He needs to do a better job making sure he secures the catch before hitting the ground. This isn’t to say that his hands are a question mark just that it’s something he could improve.
Gallup shows a lot of toughness and isn’t afraid to go across the middle. This toughness also shows up when he fits for yards after the catch. He also gets involved in the running game as a blocker. His physical nature will help him adjust to the NFL game a little quicker.
Colorado State asks Gallup to run a wide variety of routes. He has experience working deep down field, over the middle and to the sideline. His combination of balance and quickness help him run clean routes and create separation.
Gallup has deceptive quickness and quick-twitch ability. He quickly gets on the defensive back and get behind the coverage. This makes Gallup a strong deep threat and someone with big-play ability.
Overall, this is a player who has a chance to be a difference maker in the NFL. He has the measurables and toughness evaluators look for at the position. The key will be polishing up his route running and doing a better job hanging on to the difficult catches.
https://withthefirstpick.com/2017/1...olorado-state-2018-nfl-draft-scouting-report/
 
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TE DeAndre Goolsby, Florida 6-4 245





Combine Non-Invitee

Florida Gators tight end DeAndre Goolsby offers appeal as a move tight end that excels when lining up in the slot or as a wing. He has a natural feel for catching the football and finding space against zone coverage. He plays with great timing and offers the ability to pick up yards after the catch with burst, physicality and some elusive traits.
His production has been underwhelming so far in his career but poor quarterback play has marred his ability to make plays. If he can get on the same page with whoever wins the quarterback battle, Goolsby is an obvious breakout candidate. When the opportunities have been presented to make plays in the passing game, Goolsby has answered the call. According to Krossover, Florida quarterbacks completed 67% of their passes with a 116.9 rating when targeting Goolsby.
While Goolsby is an intriguing receiving option, he’s not ideally suited for in-line blocking duties and being tasked with turning out defensive ends. He is a willing blocker that has greater success when blocking in space.
Predicted Value Range: Middle Rounds
https://www.ndtscouting.com/marino-deandre-goolsby-senior-assessment/
 
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OC Coleman Shelton, Washington 6-3 292

C #79


Combine Results:
Arm - 31 1/2
Hand - 8 1/2
40 - 5.24(10yd - 1.82)
Bench - DNP
Vertical - 26.5
Broad - 9'2"
3 Cone - 7.62

Strengths
Three-year starter with some starting experience at tackle, guard and center. Adequate athlete. Has enough initial quickness to compete for positioning on scoop blocks. Takes choppy, controlled steps up to second level target. Maintains width of his base as run and pass blocker. Plays with good strength in his hands. Has smooth pass sets to his target and can mirror effectively. Shoots his hands with short, efficient punch and does a good job of maintaining proper back and head posture throughout the rep. Technique is generally solid.
Weaknesses
Lack of desired play strength is evident too often on tape. Has below average upper body strength and struggles to keep blocks centered. Can be jostled by power allowing defenders to escape block security and squeeze rushing lanes. Doesn't have desired acceleration to stay out front of running back on long pulls. Unlikely to be one-on-one block winner at NFL level. Legs won't generate much push as a down or drive blocker. Despite solid technique, simply doesn't have enough anchor to keep bull rushers from walking him back into the pocket.
Draft Projection
Round 6
Bottom Line
Shelton fits the average height/weight profile for the position, but his lack of desired play strength and overall anchor is a concern. Shelton's technique is solid and his initial quickness is good enough, but he needs to do a better job of gaining and maintaining positioning if he wants to find a way to cover up for his lack of necessary power and land NFL playing time.
http://www.nfl.com/draft/2018/profiles/coleman-shelton?id=2559861
 
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OT Chukwuma Okorafor, Western Michigan 6-6 320





Combine Results:
Arm - 34 1/2
Hand - 10 1/4
40 - 4.82(10yd - 1.88)
Bench - 19
Vertical - 29.5
Broad - 8'11"
3 Cone -7.14

When watching Okorafor the first thing that stands out is his run blocking. When he makes contact on run blocks, double teams especially, Okorafor turns into a road grader. Okorafor weighs in at 330 pounds, so the fact that he can move defenders off the line is not surprising.
However, the fact that he can move defenders is good for his NFL future, because versatility along offensive lines is huge, just ask Justin Pugh and Kyle Long. Offensive linemen get beat up every year, so the ability to play both guard and tackle will greatly increase draft stock.
Okorafor has massive hands and when he gets his hands locked onto a defender there is no escaping his grasp. One thing that does scare me about Okorafor is his hands getting outside of defenders frames, which can draw a lot of attention from refs. Keeping hands inside might be one of the easiest fixes, but habits can be hard to fix. If he can fix his hand placement he will be a much better prospect.
Okorafor has a trait that a lot of scouts look for in offensive linemen, he is mean. When a normal fan thinks of a “mean” player they think dirty, but scouts think of players who play through the whistle. Offensive linemen that will bury defenders as the whistle blows are my favorite players to watch. Chukwuma Okorafor is the kind of guy to just toss defenders onto a pile, or body-slam them over the pile. That might be my favorite thing to see in an offensive line prospects.
At 6’5″ Chukwuma Okorafor has no lack of length, but I am interested in seeing his arm length. Arm length is not a tell all stat in the NFL, but it can be the difference between being a good tackle or being a good guard. Zack Martin was a great prospect, but questions about length pushed him inside, no one is saying he isn’t a great player.
One more question I have about Okorafor is his pass sets, which are a bit inconsistent. He struggles with late game situations, due to fatigue. During the game against TJ Watt, Okorafor had a few plays where he didn’t set quite deep enough and struggled with Watt’s speed. However, when Okorafor had good sets Watt struggled to get the edge on him.
Okorafor is massive, and it shows in pass protection. Defenders cannot move Okorafor off his spot. The ability to withstand the bull rush is under rated, because quarterbacks are not nearly as good when offensive linemen are in their lap. Okorafor always knows where his quarterback is at, which doesn’t sound very important, but it prevents a lot of holding penalties when defensive linemen change direction.
Bottom Line is that Okorafor probably won’t be a first round prospect, but he should be around a third round pick. I am not sold on him as my top tackle, just because of Connor Williams. Okorafor just shouldn’t be overlooked when examining this years offensive line class.
https://withthefirstpick.com/2017/07/17/chukwuma-okorafor-2018-nfl-draft-scouting-report/
 
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DT Derrick Nnadi, Florida St. 6-1 317



Combine Results:
Arm - 33 1/2
Hand - 9 7/8
40 - 5.38
Bench - 25
Vertical - 27.0
Broad - 8'0"
3 Cone - 8.15
20 yd. shuttle - 5.02
60 yd. shuttle - DNP

Derrick Nnadi is a well-rounded defensive line prospect who can support the run and create pressure. He features a short build with a thick lower half. His low center of gravity provides him with natural leverage.
Nnadi routinely generates a strong initial jolt. He explodes out of his stance, rolls his hips and creates movement. His commitment to gaining inside hands allows him to control the action. Nnadi is a naturally strong individual which helps him dominate at the point of attack.
Against the run, Nnadi anchors after contact and is rarely moved off the line of scrimmage. He routinely knocks the opposing offensive lineman into the backfield off the snap. This disrupts the timing of the entire offense.
His strong upper body allows Nnadi to easily disengage and pursue the football. He also has the closing burst to make plays away from his frame. This is an instinctual player who easily locates the ball carrier and pursues.
Nnadi’s combination of power and quickness make him an effective pass rusher. His ability to push the pocket into the face of the quarterback really interrupts the flow of the offense. Florida State is aware of this value and mainly asks Nnadi to utilize this skill.
However, he does flash the lateral quickness and burst to also work through the gap. His wide-range of pass rush moves make him a major threat. It also means that he’s an ideal fit to play 3-technique in a 4-3 attack.
The one concern, which is minor, is his overall size and length. However, we have seen smaller defensive tackles like Aaron Donald take the league by storm.
Nnadi is an impressive prospect who could a dominant force along the defensive front. He’s a two-way player who can impact the run and passing attack equally. His potential as a disruptor is something every defensive coordinator will notice.
https://withthefirstpick.com/2017/06/15/derrick-nnadi-florida-state-2018-nfl-draft-scouting-report/
 
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