2019 Nfl Draft Prospects

[DKphin]

Another year has come and gone and the utter ineptitude of the organization remains, so we look to the future hoping something will happen to change the direction of the misguided path we find ourselves on. Wash, Rinse, Repeat. Mediocrity is the name of the game. So without further ado, I give you the individuals that could, no matter how highly improbable that is, turn our fortunes:

*Prospects are in no particular order


QB
1. Ryan Finley N.C. St.(1, #2)
2. Justin Herbert Oregon(1, #15- returning to Oregon for his senior year)
3. Will Grier West Virginia(3, #32)
4. Drew Lock Missouri(4, #53)
5. Daniel Jones Duke(5, #75)
6. Dwayne Haskins Ohio St.(6, #86)
7. Gardner Minshew Wash St.(7, #96)
8. Clayton Thorson Northwestern(8, #110)
9. Easton Stick N. Dakota St.(9, #125)
10. Nick Fitzgerald Miss. St.(10, #136)
11. Kyler Murray Oklahoma(10, #146)
12. Brent Rypien Boise St.(11, #156)
13. Jarrett Stidham Auburn(12, #167)
14. Trace McSorley Penn St.(12, #177)
15. Jordan Ta'amu Mississippi(13, #187)
16. Manny Wilkins Arizona St.(14, #197)
17. Jake Dolegala C. Connecticut St.(14, #210)
18. Jake Browning Washington(15, #220)
RB
1. Darrell Henderson Memphis (1, #3)
2. Bryce Love Stanford(2, #16)
3. David Montgomery Iowa St.(3, #33)
4. Damien Harris Alabama(4, #54)
5. Justice Hill Oklahoma St.(6, #76)
6. Devin Singletary FAU(6, #87)
7. Miles Sanders Penn St.(7, #97)
8. Elijah Holyfield Georgia(8, #111)
9. Josh Jacobs Alabama(9, #126)
10. LJ Scott Mich. St.(10, #137)
11. Rodney Anderson Oklahoma(10, #147)
12. Trayveon Williams Texas A&M(11, #157)
13. Dexter Williams Notre Dame(12, #168)
14. Ryquell Armstead Temple(12, #178)
15. Travis Homer Miami(13, #188)
16. Alexander Mattison Boise St.(14, #198)
17. Alex Barnes Kansas St.(15, #211)
18. Jalin Moore Appalachian St.(15, #222)
WR
1. N'keal Harry Arizona St (1, #4)
2. A.J. Brown Ole Miss(2, #23)
3. Kelvin Harmon N.C. St.(3, #35)
4. JJ Arcega-Whiteside Stanford (5, #61)
5. D.K. Metcalf Ole Miss(6, #78)
6. Anthony Johnson Buffalo(6, #88)
7. Andy Isabella UMass(7, #98)
8. Riley Ridley Georgia(8, #112)
9. Emmanuel Butler N. Arizona(9, #127)
10. Marquise Brown Oklahoma(10, #138)
11. Parris Campbell Ohio St.(10, #148)
12. Stanley Morgan Nebraska(11, #158)
13. Deebo Samuel South Carolina(12, #169)
14. Hakeem Butler Iowa St.(12, #179)
15. Myles Boykin Notre Dame(13, #189)
16. Gary Jennings West Virginia(14, #199)
17. Travis Fulgham Old Dominion(15, #212)
18. Keelan Doss UC-Davis(15, #223)
TE
1. Irv Smith Jr. Alabama (1, #5)
2. Noah Fant Iowa(2, #25)
3. Albert Okwuegbunam Missouri(3, #37)
4. Kaden Smith Stanford (5, #62)
5. Caleb Wilson UCLA (6, #79)
6. T.J. Hockenson Iowa(6, #89)
7. Josh Oliver San Jose St.(7, #99)
8. C.J. Conrad Kentucky(8,#113)
9. Kahale Warring San Diego St.(9, #129)
10. Dawson Knox Mississippi(10, #139)
11. Isaac Nauta Georgia(10, #149)
12. Jace Sternberger Texas A&M(11, #159)
13. Alize Mack Notre Dame(12, #170)
14. Foster Moreau Louisiana St.(12, #180)
15. Drew Sample Washington(13, #190)
16. Thomas Sweeney Boston College(14, #200)
17. Trevon Wesco W. Virginia(15, #214)
18. Andrew Beck Texas(15, #224)
OL
1. (OT) Jonah Williams Alabama (1, #6)
2. (OG) Chris Lindstrom Boston College(2, #26)
3. (OC) Tyler Biadasz Wisconsin(3, #38)
4. (OT) Greg Little Ole Miss(5, #66)
5. (OG) Terronne Prescod NC State (6, #80)
6. (OC) Elgton Jenkins Miss. State(6, #90)
7. (OT) Andre Dillard Washington St.(7, #101)
8. (OG)Beau Benzschawel Wisconsin(8,#114)
9. (OC)Sean Rawlings Mississippi(9, #130)
10. (OT)Cody Ford Oklahoma(10, #140)
11. (OG)B.J. Autry Jacksonville St.(10, #150)
12. (OC)Garrett Bradbury N.C. St.(11, #160)
13. (OT)Dalton Risner Kansas St.(12, #171)
14. (OG)Michael Deiter Wisconsin(13, #181)
15. (OC)Lamont Gaillard Georgia(13, #191)
16. (OG)Nate Davis NC Charlotte(14, #201)
17. (OG)Iosua Opeta Weber St.(15, #213)
18. (OT)Max Scharping N. Illinois(15, #225)
DT
1. Quinnen Williams Alabama (1, #7)
2. Ed Oliver Houston(2, #27)
3. Jerry Tillery Notre Dame (3, #39)
4. Rashan Gary Michigan(5, #68)
5. Dexter Lawrence Clemson (6, #81)
6. Dre'Mont Jones Ohio St.(7, #91)
7. Jeffery Simmons Miss. State(7, #102) - torn acl before the combine
8. Terry Beckner, Jr. Missouri(8,#116)
9. Ricky Walker Virginia Tech(9, #131)
10. Trysten Hill UCF(10, #141)
11. Isaiah Buggs Alabama(11, #151)
12. Khalen Saunders Western Illinois(11, #161)
13. Gerald Willis Miami(Fla.)(12, #172)
14. Olive Sagapolu Wisconsin(13, #182)
15. Renell Wren Arizona St.(13, #192)
16. Ed Alexander Louisiana St.(14, #202)
17. Greg Gaines Washington(15, #215)
18. Armon Watts Arkansas(16, #226)
DE
1. Nick Bosa Ohio St. (1, #8)
2. Clelin Ferrell Clemson(2, #28)
3. Jachai Polite Florida (3, #42)
4. Zach Allen Boston College(5, #69)
5. Brian Burns Florida St.(6, #82)
6. Jaylon Ferguson Louisiana Tech(7, #92)
7. Chase Winovich Michigan (7, #103)
8. Joe Jackson Miami(Fla.)(8,#118)
9. Michael Dogbe Temple(9, #132)
10. Carl Granderson Wyoming(10, #142)
11. Greg Roberts Baylor(11, #152)
12. L.J. Collier Texas Christian(11, #163)
13. John Cominsky Charleston(12, #173)
14. CeCe Jefferson Florida(13, #183)
15. Jonathan Ledbetter Georgia(13, #193)
16. Kyle Phillips Tennessee(14, #204)
17. Corbin Kaufusi Brigham Young(15, #216)
18. Immanuel Turner La Tech.(16, #227)
LB
1. (ILB) Devin White LSU (1, #9)
2. (OLB)Josh Allen Kentucky(2, #29)
3. (ILB)Te'von Coney Notre Dame (4, #48)
4. (OLB)Montez Sweat Miss. State(5, #71)
5. (ILB)Tre Lamar Clemson(6, #83)
6. (OLB)Oshane Ximines Old Dominion(7, #93)
7. (ILB)Khalil Hodge Buffalo (7, #104)
8. (OLB)Vosean Joseph Florida(8, #119)
9. (ILB)Mack Wilson Alabama(9, #133)
10. (OLB)David Long West Virginia(10, #143)
11. (ILB)Cameron Smith USC(11, #153)
12. (OLB)Germaine Pratt N.C. State(11, #164)
13. (ILB)Josiah Tauaefa Texas-San Antonio(12, #174)
14. (ILB)Jahlani Tavai Hawaii(13, #184)
15. (OLB)Justin Hollins Oregon(13, #194)
16. (ILB)Bobby Okereke Stanford(14, #205)
17. (OLB)Blake Cashman Minnesota(15, #217)
18. (ILB)Ryan Connelly Wisconsin(16, #228)
19. (OLB)D'Andre Walker Georgia(16, #229)
CB
1. Deandre Baker Georgia (1, #10)
2. Greedy Williams LSU(2, #30)
3. Amani Oruwariye Penn St. (4, #49)
4. Kris Boyd Texas(5, #72)
5. Julian Love Notre Dame(6, #84)
6. Byron Murphy Washington(7, #94)
7. Michael Jackson, Sr. Miami (Fla.)(7, #105)
8. Rock Ya-Sin Temple(8, #120)
9. Lonnie Johnson Kentucky(9, #134)
10. JoeJuan Williams Vanderbilt(10, #144)
11. Isaiah Johnson Houston(11, #154)
12. David Long Michigan(11, #165)
13. Jordan Brown South Dakota St.(12, #175)
14. Sean Bunting Central Michigan(13, #185)
15. Jamel Dean Auburn(13, #195)
16. Corey Ballentine Washburn(14, #208)
17. Kendall Sheffield Ohio St.(15, #218)
18. Jordan Miller Washington(16, #230)
S
1. Deionte Thompson Alabama (1, #11)
2. Taylor Rapp Washington(3, #31)
3. Johnathan Abram Miss. State(4, #50)
4. Juan Thornhill Virginia(5, #73)
5. Jaquan Johnson Miami (Fla.)(6, #85)
6. Chauncey Gardner-Johnson Florida(7, #95)
7. Delvon Randall Temple(8, #107)
8. Andrew Wingard Wyoming(9, #121)
9. Evan Worthington Colorado(9, #135)
10. Mike Bell Fresno St.(10, #145)
11. Darnell Savage Maryland(11, #155)
12. Jaquan Johnson Miami(12, #166)
13. Mike Edwards Kentucky(12, #176)
14. Marquise Blair Utah(13, #186)
15. Lukas Denis Boston College(14, #196)
16. Marvell Tell Southern California(14, #209)
17. Jonathan Crawford Indiana(15, #219)
18. Sheldrick Redwine Miami(16, #231)

 

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QB Ryan Finley N.C. St. 6.4" 205lbs.



NFL Combine
Height:6'4"
Weight:213
Arm:32 7/8
Hand:9 1/2
40: 4.74
VJ: 30.5
BJ: 9'8"
20S: 4.2

An NFL sized, big armed, pro-style QB that makes most of his throws from the pocket, and has been coached in a system that is inline what most NFL teams play. Has been efficient throwing to all levels of the field, and can make any NFL throw asked of him. Has a good sense of the pocket, and shuffles his feet effectively to get into a position that matches his offensive line’s expectations of where he is going to be throwing. Strong armed and accurate.

http://www.draftblaster.com/2019-nfl-draft/ryan-finley-qb-nc-state/

Skill-Set Summary:

Scouts who did advance work for the 2019 NFL Draft were impressed with what they saw from Finley. They think he has the talent to play at the next level and liked the tape he produced from his junior year. If Finley can build on his 2017 season, he has upside to rise leading up to the 2019 NFL Draft given the quarterback-hungry nature of the NFL.

There is a lot to like about Finley translating to the next level. The most important trait for any quarterback is accuracy, which Finley has. Consistently, he displays good ball placement to complete passes and keep the ball away from the defense. Finley makes good decisions and shows impressive ball security. He is adept at avoiding interceptions and rarely makes mistakes from being overly aggressive. Finley is very good at throwing slants, digs and crosses - the staple routes of a West Coast offense. He would be an excellent fit for an NFL version of such a scheme.

Finley improved his deep ball passing as a junior and made some beautiful throws downfield. With loft underneath a lot of his throws, Finley throws a very catchable ball, and his timing can be excellent to hit receivers in stride to lead them to yards after the catch. Finley has a quality arm that should be adequate for the NFL. It does not jump out as an elite cannon or as rare arm strength, but in the right system, Finley's arm should not be a liability.

While Finley is not a true running threat, he does have some athleticism and a sneaky ability to pick up yards on the ground. Finley caught defenses by surprise on a lot of zone-read runs last year because he is not expected to be a danger with his feet, yet has enough quickness and agility to surprise. In the NFL, Finley's running ability will be reduced because of the speed of the defenders. However, he is capable of picking up a yards with his feet when nothing is open, and that will help him to avoid some sacks.

There are a few things that Finley could stand to improve as a senior. Field vision is an issue for the next level as he can lock onto his primary read. Finley needs to move his eyes and work through progressions. Starring down his primary receiver will lead to interceptions in the NFL.

It will be interesting to see if Finley can make strides as a senior. According to NFL teams' preseason data provided by team sources. Finley checks in at 6-foot-3, 208 pounds and has has 33.5-inch arms, 9.38-inch hands and a wingspan of 77.5 inches. Finley could have starting potential for the NFL.



2019 NFL Draft Expectations: Entering the 2018 season, Finley has the potential to be an early-round pick. He could be a second-day talent going into his senior year.

http://walterfootball.com/scoutingreport2019rfinley.php

 

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RB Darrell Henderson Memphis 5-9 195lbs




NFL Combine
Height: 5-8
Weight: 208
Arm: 31
Hand: 8 5/8
40: 4.49
225: 22
VJ: 33.5
BJ: 10'1"

Pinball-type, compact running back that excels in the dispersed spread system at Memphis. Excellent side to side agility with the ability to hit high gear quickly when he gets to the open field. Ability to catch the ball smoothly and reliably will increase his draft value. Has some durability concerns as he has been asked to carry a heavy load at Memphis. Valuable receiving scat back type that most NFL offenses are carrying at least one of in order to create wrinkles in the offense.

http://www.draftblaster.com/2019-nfl-draft/darrell-henderson-rb-memphis/

NFL Comparison
Tevin Coleman
Overview
He checks in slightly undersized, doesn't have great vision and runs with a narrow base that makes him easier to tackle, but so far, those concerns haven't slowed him one bit. Big-play production is impossible to ignore, but his running style makes him best-suited to a complementary slasher role in a spread-based attack. In basketball, Henderson would be the explosive sixth man with the ability to swing certain games in your favor if he catches fire. On the ground or out of the backfield, Henderson can catch fire.
Strengths

• Home-run hitter doesn't begin to describe his explosive production
• Averaged 8.9 yards per carry over last 344 attempts
• Movement has electric feel to it
• Quick acceleration turns to get-away long speed
• 43 carries of 15-plus yards and 11 total touchdowns of 54-plus in 2018 alone
• Unusual contact balance for narrow-base runner
• Keeps feet moving at all times
• Hits and spins out of contact
• More physical than expected as run finisher
• Used on drop-offs and screens out of backfield
• Maintains potency as a pass catcher
• Shows ability to track and adjust down the field

Weaknesses

• Comes in a little smaller than desired for an early down back
• Upright running style with narrow base
• Displays some hip tightness and is a one-track runner
• Plays too fast to effectively stack moves
• High center of gravity forces turn rather than cuts
• Faced light numbers in the box
• Touchdown runs happening in wide-open spaces
• Sees what is there rather than what is developing
• May not offer pass protection value on third down

Sources Tell Us

"He's really fast and those numbers for two years are hard to ignore but can he translate? When you go watch just the touchdown runs, there are a lot of bad fronts that he gets to feast on." - AFC college scouting director

https://www.nfl.com/prospects/darrell-henderson?id=32194845-4e05-4456-6f99-3e76d883b110

 

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WR N'Keal Harry Arizona St. 6-4 220lbs.



NFL Combine
Height: 6-2
Weight: 228
Arm: 33
Hand: 9 1/2
40: 4.54
225: 27
VJ: 38.5
BJ: 10'2"

Tall and strong wide receiver that explodes out of his breaks and runs excellent routes. Dependable at critical times in the game and keeps his concentration and always seem to be in synch with his QB. Has the rare combination of size, speed, and athleticism that NFL teams covet. Balanced in all areas of the game.

http://www.draftblaster.com/2019-nfl-draft/nkeal-harry-wr-arizona-state/

NFL Comparison
Allen Robinson
Overview
Back-shoulder boss who thrives with contested catch opportunities outside the numbers but lacks explosive traits. Harry's ability to body-up opponents and win with ball skills is undeniable, but his inability to find a threatening top gear or shake loose from tight man coverage must be accounted for within his new employer's scheme. His experience playing inside should help and teams will love his impact as a run-blocker. His competitiveness and ability to come down with the ball could make him a productive member of wide receiver trio in short order.
Strengths

• Highly competitive at everything he does
• Consistently productive over three seasons
• Fearless play demeanor with alpha swagger
• Uses hands to swat coverage jam and release from press
• Big, presentable target on slants and in zone work
• Leverages and stems his way to open catch space
• Plays with patience and poise to win combat catches
• Strong hands and well-respected ball skills
• Outworks opponents to carve out work space in tight quarters
• Wins jump balls with well-timed leaps and frame to shield the finish
• Stiff-arm getaways after the catch
• Junkyard dog who is willing to scrap as a blocker
• Can clinch and manhandle finesse corners in space

Weaknesses

• Feet not quick enough in stutter-release vs
• press
• Tends to wear tight, press coverage for much of the route
• Downhill speed fails to threaten most cornerbacks
• NFL corners likely to squat on and squeeze his breaks and turns
• Too upright slowing his route breaks
• Suffered from a few focus drops headed into traffic
• Needs better urgency getting up the field after catch
• Below-average stop-start quickness to elude and accelerate
• Wasn't a major factor in red zone

Sources Tell Us

"All this talk about (his lack of) separation is overdone. In the league, nobody gets that much separation anyway. You have to know how to use your body and route leverage and you need strong hands. From what I've seen of him, he does all that stuff well." -- Wide receivers coach with AFC team

https://www.nfl.com/prospects/n'keal-harry?id=32194841-5265-4593-d716-d972ec2d4468

 

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TE Irv Smith Jr. Alabama 6-4 240lbs.



NFL Combine
Height: 6-2
Weight: 242
Arm: 31 1/2
Hand: 9 1/2
40: 4.64
225: 19
VJ: 32.5
BJ: 9'2"
20S: 4.33
60S: 12.44
3C: 7.32

Showed some strong receiving ability in 2017, but 2018 appears to be a breakout year with the enhanced Alabama passing game. Runs clean routes and has a good catch radius. Also has shown good ability as a blocker in the run game.

http://www.draftblaster.com/2019-nfl-draft/irv-smith-jr-te-alabama/

NFL Comparison
Ben Watson
Overview
Smith is still green in terms of overall experience, which shows up in run-blocking and route-running, but he has plenty of talent and is likely to get much better in both areas. He has combination tight end talent but really flashes as a move blocker at fullback or wingback spots. His buildup speed sets him apart as a big, field-stretching option and once he gets rolling after the catch. O.J. Howard was bigger, and a better athlete, but like Howard, Smith offers Pro Bowl potential as a well-rounded tight end prospect.
Strengths

• Decent hand placement as in-line blocker
• Good footwork to reach and secure the edge
• Fluid and rhythmic with his timing up to second-level targets
• Effective lead blocker as an H-back or fullback
• Speed to create immediate strain in the seam or downfield
• Might be too much for linebackers to handle in man
• Extensive collection of routes took him to all areas of the field
• Good route strength pushing through the contact
• Offers sturdy target in the middle of the field
• Can post up tight coverage out of his breaks
• Hand strength to secure contested catches
• Able to elevate and compete in-air
• Drags tacklers for additional yards after catch

Weaknesses

• Needs to add mass and upper-body strength for blocking duties
• Doesn't always block with consistent effort and strain
• Can overstep his landmark as run blocker
• Needs to play faster more consistently
• Rounded routes allow coverage shortcuts to catch point
• Feet are a little heavy getting into breaks, causing delays to open
• Rarely works back to the throw
• Not a natural hands catcher and fights the football
• Slows way down when turning to find football
• Lacks short-area wiggle for quick catch and run

https://www.nfl.com/prospects/irv-smith?id=3219534d-4900-0018-f675-8c060d792d35

 

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OT Jonah Williams Alabama 6-5 296



NFL Combine
Height: 6'4"
Weight: 302
Arm: 33 5/8
Hand: 10 1/8
40: 5.10
10 : 1.77
225: 23
VJ: 28
BJ: 8'4"
20S: 4.79
3C: 8.01

Experience at both tackle positions, Williams has played well against some of the top pass rushers in college. Has the frame to continue to add bulk, but has anchored well against stronger defenders thus far. Has good length, and moves well laterally. Will need to add some more lower body strength to hold up at the next level, but has the frame to carry it.

http://www.draftblaster.com/2019-nfl-draft/jonah-williams-ot-alabama/

Strengths:

-Extremely physical player at point of attack with the ability to collapse the line.
-Shows great athleticism when pulling and getting to the 2nd level.
-Big game pedigree and leadership

Weaknesses:
-Can be beat to the edge and needs to be better on his cut blocks.

https://www.draftsite.com/nfl/player/jonah-williams/31793/

NFL Comparison
Jake Matthews
Overview
Early entrant and three-year starter whose work ethic, attention to detail and desire to get better each day have made him a foundation piece of Alabama's dominant run. Like his idol, Joe Thomas, Williams uses angles, technique and body control to succeed in all facets of the game. He looked more comfortable in his pass sets at left tackle in his final year and he has the tools necessary to counter bigger, longer edge defenders despite a lack of ideal size and length for the left tackle spot. His cerebral nature and potential versatility should make him a safe pick and successful, long-time starter in the NFL.
Strengths

• Plays with superior technique and rarely strays from fundamentals
• Hones craft with noticeable improvement each season
• Athletic with fluid movement skills and body control
• Initial steps out of stance are quick and controlled
• Lateral quickness to reach and secure on backside or play-side runs
• Good acceleration up to backside blocks
• Effective finding and adjusting to moving targets in space
• Rhythmic combo blocker
• Sled-pusher as drive blocker, creating push with flat-back, rolled hips and churning legs
• Balance to center and sustained base blocks
• Smooth with quiet upper body in kick slides and redirect steps back inside
• Athleticism to mirror and divert speedsters looking to bend his edge
• Strong core to withstand powerful punches into frame
• Able to sink and anchor quickly when bull-rush begins
• Hasty in re-setting hands for improved leverage
• Snatch-and-secure hand strength to neutralize opponent

Weaknesses

• Some concerns by evaluators regarding lack of arm length
• Longer, speed-to-power rushers in NFL offer looming challenge
• Smaller frame by NFL standards for tackle position
• Keeping weight up could be a challenge for this amateur chef
• Inconsistent outside hand will land in "gathering" position outside shoulder
• Has to prove he possesses functional power to defend his edges
• Needs to maintain knee bend as drive blocker rather than locking out
• Occasionally leans into edge-stackers

https://www.nfl.com/prospects/jonah-williams?id=32195749-4c13-2676-fb3e-2b3d97cbfc66

 

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DT Quinnen Williams Alabama 6-4 295lbs.




NFL Combine
Height: 6-3
Weight: 303
Arm: 33 1/4
Hand: 9 5/8
40: 4.84
10 : 1.69
225: DNP
VJ: 30.5
BJ: 9'4"

A penetrating, attacking, 1 gap defensive tackle that has the length and anchor to not be a liability when asked to defend against the run. His hands and technique are his strength, and he is slowly building a collection of pass rush moves that confound offensive linemen. Can bull rush, or use several potent pass rush moves, and then uses leverage well to chase down opposing QB’s.

http://www.draftblaster.com/2019-nfl-draft-blog/quinnen-williams-dt-alabama/

PROS:

Exceptional power and violence in his hands. Displaces blockers with power and is almost never pushed around. Controls exchanges at the line of scrimmage with terrific hand placement and torque. Terrific job processing his keys and attacking, difficult to reach in the run game. Drops anchor vs. doubles and rarely gets displaced despite his size. Despite playing from a square stance, still shows a quick first step off the snap. Reaction timing to the snap is excellent, quickly finds his opponent’s edge and shows the power and flexibility to turn tight corners to the pocket. Quick-footed, will lull blockers to sleep and then burst by them. Wide array of rush moves. Rips, clubs, snatches, swims are all used frequently. Can challenge interior offensive linemen on their edge or with power on a bull rush. If left 1v1, victories are frequent. Reads pass sets and does a great job of showing hands to force linemen to overextend to get into his frame, then swipes and flashes by them. Works hard and physicality is a strength.
CONS: Not the biggest or longest defensive lineman. Can’t always maintain preferable distance from blockers with full arm extension, which can make stacking and shedding a bit messy at times. Stance will need work, often plays from a square stance in college and will benefit from playing more staggered in the NFL. As a pass rusher, would like to see him eventually incorporate more counters into his arsenal. Can sometimes get hung up on his first move and could benefit from some quicker transitions to counters.

https://www.draftsite.com/nfl/player/quinnen-williams/32673/

 

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DE Nick Bosa Ohio St. 6-4 270lbs.



NFL Combine
Height: 6-4
Weight: 266
Arm: 33
Hand: 10 3/4
40: 4.79
10 : 1.60
225: 29
VJ: 33.5
BJ: 9'8"
20S: 4.14
3C: 7.10

A powerful edge pass rusher that uses a set of power moves to get to the QB. Continues to work on adding a variety of pass rush moves to create more dimensions to his game than just power. Will be compared to his brother until he gets into the league, but the comparisons are valid- both have been effective using strength vs. technique.

http://www.draftblaster.com/2019-nfl-draft/nick-bosa-de-ohio-state/\

Strengths

-Great first step with the ability to gain the edge with ease
-Plays with strength and is able to engage the blocker, extend arms and shed.
-Sure tackler who is always looking to create turnovers on his sacks.

-While great getting into backfield he sometimes gives up his gap and doesn't set the edge against the run.

https://www.draftsite.com/nfl/player/nick-bosa/30131/

NFL Comparison
Michael Bennett
Overview
High-motor defensive end prospect possessing NFL play strength on a well-muscled, compact frame. Bosa uses forward lean, smart hands and impressive upper-body power to pry open edges against the run and pass. He can defeat single blocks and fits as an end in both 4-3 and 3-4 fronts with the ability to reduce inside as a rusher. His lack of fluidity in space could prevent him from becoming an elite rusher, but he understands how to play and should become an early starter and future Pro Bowler.
Strengths

• Sawed-off frame with Venice Beach musculation throughout
• Never skips leg days at the gym
• Comes out with low pads and powerful leg drive to grind through the blocker's edge
• Rare play strength to eat double teams like a nose tackle
• Able to crank up jarring initial punch
• Has hand strength and core power for effective read-and-react
• Able to press and extend and discard along the edge
• Primary focus is on ball, not blocker
• Doesn't stay engaged for very long
• Active hands never linger and are in constant motion
• Difficult for tackles to punch, center, and mirror
• Uses effective, accurate hands and body lean to slither around the edge
• Can switch gears into power bully when needed
• Ankle flexion to dip and flatten sharply to the quarterback as edge rusher
• Has experience as reduced rusher in sub-packages from earlier in career

Weaknesses

• Not as naturally fluid as his brother, Joey
• Tightly bundled through his hips
• Upfield attack can be a little rigid
• Counter rush moves based on effort over skill
• Gets too straight-legged through engagement
• Can bend, but doesn't play with leveraged anchor vs
• kick-outs and down blocks
• Disappointing tackle production
• Needs earlier disengage to combat average lateral twitch to tackle
• Heavy pursuit feet and sluggish change of direction limit range as tackler
• Needs to be quicker in finding the football
• Missed most of 2018 with core muscle injury

https://www.nfl.com/prospects/nick-bosa?id=3219424f-5307-3285-8013-e0658c01933d

 

[DKphin]

ILB Devin White LSU 6-1 248



NFL Combine
Height: 6-0
Weight: 237
Arm: 32 1/8
Hand: 9 3/4
40: 4.42
225: 22
VJ: 39.5
BJ: 9'10"
20S: 4.17
3C: 7.07

Elite runner in space, as he was a converted running back, pursues the ball carrier with abandon. Thumper in the middle of the defense, Devin White can monitor the interior rushing lanes, allowing other defenders to make plays. Ideal off the ball linebacker that devastates ball carriers.

http://www.draftblaster.com/2019-nfl-draft/devin-white-ilb-lsu/

Strengths:
-Sideline to Sideline backer
-Has the size to take on lineman and still make the tackle
-Great leader who can quarterback a defense right away.

Weaknesses:
-Motor runs very hot and needs to keep that in check

https://www.draftsite.com/nfl/player/devin-white/31799/

NFL Comparison
Myles Jack
Overview
Running back convert out of high school who continues to show rapid development as a high-impact linebacker in a physical conference. White is still learning to take on blocks and play with better control/efficiency, but he's a willing pupil and coaching should improve both areas. White's work ethic, competitiveness, and rare play speed are elements that can't be taught and should push him into an early starter's role and a successful NFL career.
Strengths

• Shorter legs, longer torso improves center of gravity
• Well put together with excellent musculation throughout his limbs
• Unorthodox, but finds the football
• Voracious student of the game
• Major spikes in production over last two seasons
• Quick-twitch trigger with big burst to close
• Shoots gaps looking to makes plays into the backfield
• Quick sink and drive for effective change of direction
• Agility to sift from gap to gap to track bouncing runners
• Lose upper body to spin and pivot around moving blocks
• Weight-room champ with impressive strength numbers across the board
• Pursuit speed closes the gap allowing for additional tackle opportunities
• Aggressive and purposeful in tugging the ball loose from running backs
• Active hands in space to challenge throws in space

Weaknesses

• Instincts are very average
• Can be fooled by key fakes and misdirection
• Coaxed out of position two different times by the same run play versus Alabama
• Diagnosis can run behind
• Too many false steps in initial movement
• Gets caught behind climbing linemen and doesn't always fight to disengage
• Not a natural knee-bender in space
• Running backs consistently finish under his pads
• Take-on technique needs plenty of work
• Uses shoulder challenges with hands as an afterthought
• Misses tackles when footwork and scrape balance get too loose
• Hard flows to sideline lack leverage and patience
• Relatively unchallenged as a coverage option

https://www.nfl.com/prospects/devin-white?id=32195748-4939-9982-dafe-8aace4ba0d48

 

[DKphin]

CB Deandre Baker Georgia 5-11 180lbs.



NFL Combine
Height: 5-11
Weight: 193
Arm: 32
Hand: 9
40: 4.53
225: 14
BJ: 9'10"

Excellent versatility, sound tackler, and good nose for the football. Can be moved around all over the secondary, and is not a liability on the outside, with decent size and strong for his size.

http://www.draftblaster.com/2019-nfl-draft/deandre-baker-cb-georgia/

Strengths:
-Great speed and quickness with fluid hips.
-Makes plays on the ball
-Can take a receiver and shadow both downfield and across it.

Weakness
-Tackling is a huge question

https://www.draftsite.com/nfl/player/deandre-baker/31800/

NFL Comparison
Asante Samuel
Overview
Pesky press corner who has proven he can thrive against man-to-man challenges in a competitive conference. Baker isn't a burner, but has good play speed and the foot quickness and pattern recognition to stay tight in his coverage. The biggest issue teams might have with Baker is determining whether or not he can give up 30-plus pounds against bigger, outside receivers and still hold up. While there might be some matchup concerns at times, his ball skills, talent and competitive nature should overcome his smaller frame.
Strengths

• Consistency and competitiveness are his hallmarks
• No touchdowns allowed with five interceptions since 2017
• Confident in press coverage
• Crowds release-acceleration to slow route-timing
• Has quick trigger to turn and sprint when needed
• Foot quickness to stay tied to early phase of routes
• Dials into opponents' route speed and stays in-phase
• Good feel for timing of route breaks for effective matching
• Excellent field awareness and in constant state of communication with teammates
• Loves to squat and lurk on underneath route from off-man
• Impressive burst to close
• Plays the edges to challenge throws
• Good timing on jump balls
• Aggressive and accurate swipes at the catch point
• Willing and able as open-field tackler

Weaknesses

• Small by NFL standards with thin lower body
• Matching against NFL size on the outside could be a concern
• Early to open hips against press fakes from Alabama receivers
• Grabby when trailing complex routes
• Physicality at the top of routes will be flagged in the pros
• Plays a little too tall in space
• Inconsistent reading quarterback's eyes for early jumps on the throw
• Struggles to disengage from blocks in perimeter run support
• Dropped potential takeaway opportunities

https://www.nfl.com/prospects/deandre-baker?id=32194241-4b15-3940-10a0-574123606152

 

[DKphin]

S Deionte Thompson Alabama 6-2 195lbs.



NFL Combine
Height: 6-1
Weight: 195
Arm: 32 1/8
Hand: 9 7/8

Excellent awareness, and gets himself in position to make plays all over the field. Has been gradually brought into the defense, and the time that he has had to learn how to read and react shows. Very good, but not elite range, and not limited to just playing a centerfield type free safety. Good tackler and active against the run.

http://www.draftblaster.com/2019-nfl-draft-blog/deionte-thompson-s-alabama/

NFL Comparison
Marcus Williams
Overview
Talented high-safety prospect with good range and ball skills who will experience occasional bumps in the road as he grows into a finished product. Thompson plays with desired levels of explosiveness and chance-taking in his coverage, but inconsistencies against Oklahoma and Clemson show that he may not be ready to step right in as a pro. He will be parked on the back-end and may need to pick and choose his spots as a hitter due to his frame. His traits and talent could make him an early starter.
Strengths

• Athletic in both pass coverage and run support
• Ball-hawking tendencies and traits Excellent job of keying the quarterback's eyes
• Instincts enhance his play speed
• Easy change of direction from pedal as high safety
• Plays with good range over top from Cover-1
• Burst to the ball is explosive and fast
• Plays ball rather than the man with he's in position
• Tracks it and finds his positioning to challenge the deep throws
• Does not take a pass on contact elements
• Willing to throws his nose in against the run
• Bendy and agile as open-field tackler
• Knows when to play cleanup rather than race downhill

Weaknesses

• Slim frame with thin legs for an Alabama safety
• Physical nature could work against durability
• Would benefit from more consistent pursuit angles
• Plays with false steps and disjointed movements
• Lacks some confidence in instincts and eyes at times
• Loses sight of play development with wandering eyes
• Aggressive jumping routes and beaten because of it
• Paths on the throw can be a little shallow at times
• Recovery speed was disappointing in playoff games
• Has limited man cover responsibilities

Sources Tell Us

"Go watch the Ole Miss game. There is a play where he runs up and has a big collision in the middle of the field but causes a fumble. I'm worried about him surviving those kinds of hits and staying healthy. He's just so slender." - NFC Executive

https://www.nfl.com/prospects/deionte-thompson?id=32195448-4f48-0961-8988-c71f3d6e032d

 

[Geordie]

Appreciate the breakdown, but not sure why you are highlighting these players. QB for example, I don't have Finley even in my top 5, Haskins, Herbert and Lock are all more capable of. to use your phrase, "turning this franchise around".

 

[mrbunglez]

I want Bosa, Q. Williams, or D. White on this team. Either one of those 3 and I’ll be a happy camper.

 

[DKphin]

Appreciate the breakdown, but not sure why you are highlighting these players. QB for example, I don't have Finley even in my top 5, Haskins, Herbert and Lock are all more capable of. to use your phrase, "turning this franchise around".

These are not the only players that will be included in this thread. I will be adding players all the way up until day 1 if the draft. Like I said in the original post. the players are in no particular order. I do this every year at this time.

 

[DKphin]

QB Justin Herbert Oregon 6-6 233lbs.

- returning to Oregon for his senior year