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The 2022 college football season has concluded, and it is now that time of the year when everyone drops their All-American team lists. Since we are a scouting and NFL Draft-focused entity, I am presenting the first annual Football Scout 365 All-NFL Draft team. Click here to check out the All Offensive 2023 NFL Draft Team The all-NFL Draft team will consist of 2023 NFL Draft-eligible players from both the offensive and defensive sides of the football. Every 2023 All-NFL Draft first-team prospect will be a player we graded as an Instant Impact Player. What is an Instant Impact Player? An Instant Impact Player grade indicates a prospect's projected ceiling once the NFL player has entered the NFL and has become an established commodity. The standard is to give a player a two to three-year window to reach their ceiling; some will achieve it much quicker, and some will show signs of their ceiling in years one and two before taking full flight. Instant Impact Player Examples Some examples are Josh Allen, who took a few years to develop with the Buffalo Bills. We had Allen as a Developmental prospect entering the NFL with an Instant Impact Ceiling. Tua Tagovailoa is another example in 2022 with the Dolphins. Tua finally hit his stride after we graded him equally to Joe Burrow before the 2020 NFL Draft. Tua was on his way to becoming a bust, but after being paired with the right coach and elite WR's, Tua is achieving his expected pre-draft potential. You can learn more about our player grades and the metrics used to measure each prospect we grade. Click here to learn more. 2023 All-NFL Draft Team Defense Edge Rushers (ED1) Will Anderson , Edge Alabama (Top 10 Projection) Anderson is an explosive edge player that combines size, speed, and power to win off the edge. Anderson can play standing up or with his hand in the dirt. He provides three-down versatility as a pass rusher and a run defender. Anderson does not get a lot of pass coverage reps; this is an area he can improve in with more opportunities. Anderson has the athleticism to be a decent pass defender when needed. (ED2) Myles Murphy , Edge Clemson (Top 10 Projection) (ED3) Nolan Smith , Edge Georgia (Top 10 Projection) Interior Defensive Lineman (IDL1) Jalen Carter , IDL Georgia (Top 10 Projection) Carter is a disruptive physical force. Carter combines a quick first step and feet like a running back to shoot into gaps. At 6-3 310lbs, Carter is a densely proportioned twitchy player with quick hips and elite lateral ability. Carter wins with strength from his dense lower half, his elite positional athleticism, and quick hands. Carter will need to improve his ability to handle and move off of double teams at the next level. (IDL2) Bryan Bresee , IDL Clemson (Top 10 Projection) (IDL3) Gervon Dexter, IDL Florida (Late 1st-Early 2nd Projection) Off Ball Linebackers (LB1) Trenton Simpson , LB Clemson (Late 1st-Early to Mid 2nd Projection) (LB2) Noah Sewell , LB Oregon (2nd-3rd Round Projection) (LB3) Drew Sanders, LB Arkansas (2nd-4th Round Projection) Cornerbacks (CB1) Kelee Ringo , CB Georgia (Top 20 Projection) Ringo is another Georgia Bulldog with top-ten NFL Draft potential. Ringo is a lengthy press man corner at 6-2 205lbs; he plays aggressively. Ringo uses his strength and long arms to attack the catch point with good body control muscling the football away from the receiver. The former 10.43sec 100M track star can run with the fastest receivers on the field. In addition, he possesses the twitchiness and fluidity needed to play at a high level in the NFL. (CB2) Cam Smith , CB South Carolina (Top 20 Projection) (CB3) Joey Porter Jr ., CB Penn State (Mid to Late 1st-Early 2nd Projection) Safeties (S1) Antonio Johnson , S Texas A&M (Late 1st-Early to Mid 2nd Projection) (S2) Brian Branch , S Alabama (Early to Mid 2nd-3rd Round Projection) (S3) Jordan Battle, S Alabama (2nd-4th Round Projection)

The December edition of our 2023 NFL Draft player rankings features Georgia IDL Jalen Carter and Alabama Edge Will Anderson at the top. In recent editions, we had Alabama edge rusher Will Anderson at the top in all of our previous editions, but Jalen Carter is such a dominant presence on the interior, showing up in big moments for the Bulldogs in 2022, we had to give him the bump, and he has a chance to hold firm the rest of the way. Will Anderson slides to number two, with Bryce Young at three. C.J. Stroud Drops To Number 9 Overall After Second Loss To Michigan The big dropper is Ohio State QB C.J. Stroud after his last performance against Michigan (at home). Michigan plays an NFL-style defense that was able to confuse Stroud two years in a row with different looks, taking away his first read and forcing him to check it down. I promised I would not overreact to his last performance vs. Michigan, but in back-to-back seasons, Stroud has not won or at least played well in the biggest game vs. the best opponent on the schedule. C.J. Stroud is still a safe bet to be drafted top five, and he still has a shot to go number one overall. The top 10 of the 2023 NFL Draft will be full of QB-needy teams picking in the top five or trying to get into the top five. Stroud is no slouch. Being ranked number nine is also not an indictment of his overall potential. We still have him graded out as an Instant Impact Player at the next level. Stroud can put some of this to rest vs. Georgia. I chronicle some of this in the video below. TCU WR Quentin Johnston Has Moved Into The Top 10 Our new WR1, you can read the scouting report below. In short, he is not short. He is a giant WR who moves like the smaller, more agile WR's the NFL has been inundated with in recent years, so there is a need for a bigger-bodied player who can move like Johnston. Click here to view the entire top 50 big board . Full Scouting reports, player comparisons, and more. Here is the updated top 50 1). IDL Jalen Carter, Georgia, 6-3, 310lbs Carter is a disruptive physical force. Carter combines a quick first step and feet like a running back to shoot into gaps. At 6-3, 310lbs, Carter is a densely proportioned twitchy player with quick hips and elite lateral ability. Carter wins with strength from his dense lower half, his elite positional athleticism, and quick hands. Carter is a problematic defender to block. Carter will need to improve his ability to handle and move off of double teams at the next level. 2). Edge Will Anderson, Alabama, 6-4, 235lbs Anderson is an explosive edge player that combines size, speed, and power to win off the edge. Anderson can play standing up or with his hand in the dirt. He provides three-down versatility as a pass rusher and a run defender. As a sophomore, Will Anderson achieved 1st team All-American Status, All-SEC 1st team, and won the Nagurski Award in 2021. If eligible to be drafted in the 2022 NFL Draft, Anderson would have been considered the top prospect on our draft board. 3). QB Bryce Young, Alabama, 6-0, 194lbs Bryce Young is a solid athlete with a better-than-average arm. He wins with his decision-making and his ability to work through his progressions. Based on our assumptions that Bryce Young will likely declare for the 2023 NFL Draft after one more year of seasoning, he already has shown enough on his tape to have been considered the top QB in this past draft ahead of Kenny Pickett, Malik Willis, and Desmond Ridder. 4). IDL Bryan Bresee, Clemson, 6-5, 300lbs Bresee possesses elite instant impact upside, and he is a player who has top-ten NFL Draft potential even after missing 2/3 of the 2021 college football season. At 6-5, 300lbs, Bresee possesses elite length. On tape, Bresee has an explosive first step combined with the elite positional strength needed to succeed at the NFL level. He also possesses elite lateral quickness and twitchiness for an interior defender. He can shoot through a gap in a hurry on one play to force a bad throw, and on the next play, he can shoot through a hole to close off a run lane. Bresee can play different techniques along the line, but he projects as a 3-tech in the NFL. 5). Edge Myles Murphy, Clemson, 6-5, 275lbs In terms of ceiling grades, Murphy possesses one of the highest grades in the 2023 class. He has the athletic and physical tools you want in today's NFL edge rusher. At 6-5, 275lbs, Murphy possesses the elite length needed to go one-on-one with today's top NFL tackles. On tape, Murphy exhibits an elite first step combined with elite-level lateral quickness for his position. His athleticism allows him to accelerate into a gap or execute stunts using his high-level agility. His assets do not end with quickness; he can win with speed or power at the point of attack. Using his dense frame and elite strength, Murphy can anchor and hold the edge in the run game or bull through a blocker on his way to the QB. 6). ED Nolan Smith, Georgia, 6-3, 235lbs Smith is an edge player with excellent athleticism for his position. in high school, he reportedly ran a 4.5 40 and posted a near 40in vertical, which correlates to his elite first step and downhill explosiveness. Smith also possesses elite lateral quickness for his position. He has good power for an edge defender his size at 6-3, 235lbs. Smith likes to place a blocker in conflict. He can bend a tackle wide with speed, use his quick twitch ability to freeze the blocker, and then attack his weakest leverage on his way to the QB. Smith's athleticism allows him to play in coverage as needed. 7). OT Peter Skoronski, Northwestern, 6-4, 315lbs His quickness is what stands out. He gets into his pass sets fast. He did struggle to match speed and length with Michigan Edge David Ojabo in 2021. Length is a concern for Skoronski and might affect his draft stock if NFL teams consider him an IOL instead of an OT prospect. So far in 2022, he is the highest-graded OT in pass protection and the third-highest OT overall, according to PFF, through 7 weeks. 8). CB Kelee Ringo, Georgia, 6-2, 205lbs Ringo is another Georgia Bulldog with top-ten NFL Draft potential. Ringo is a lengthy press man corner at 6-2 205lbs; he plays aggressively. Ringo uses his strength and long arms to attack the catch point with good body control muscling the football away from the receiver. The former 10.43sec 100M track star can run with the fastest receivers on the field. In addition, he possesses the twitchiness and fluidity needed to play at a high level in the NFL. Ringo does not allow receivers to gain a step very often; when they do, he has the explosiveness to close fast. Ringo must learn to use his aggression as needed at the NFL level. His physicality in the NFL might be deemed too aggressive and lead to penalties in coverage. He will need to improve eye discipline; he can get caught by play action, pump fakes, and double moves by receivers. 9). QB C.J. Stroud, Ohio State, 6-3, 218lbs Stroud is accurate with a strong arm. He can fit the football into tight windows, especially on layered throws between LB's and safeties down the middle. His ability to throw outside the numbers beating coverage, and placing the football only where his receiver has the best chance stands out on tape. C.J. Stroud possesses arm talent in critical areas of the measure. He can throw with touch at all levels, get the ball out quickly when needed, and fire a laser down the seam. Stroud does a good job feeling and handling pressure, but there are moments where you would like to see him use his legs a bit more to keep a play alive. 10). WR Quentin Johnston, TCU, 6-4, 212lbs At 6-4 212lbs, Johnston is a unique prospect compared to the other top WR's we have evaluated. Johnston is a lengthy player who has natural outside X WR ability. Johnston combines his length with speed and quick twitch ability that he uses to stack defenders over the top for explosive gains. He is not just a deep field threat; he can attack a defense at all three levels , defeating coverage with his elite-level short area quickness. 11. Jordan Addison, USC WR 12. Will Levis, Kentucky QB 13. Bijan Robinson, Texas RB 14. Isaiah Foskey, Notre Dame ED 15. Broderick Jones, Georgia OT 16. Cam Smith, South Carolina CB 17. Michael Mayer, Notre Dame TE 18. Paris Johnson Jr., Ohio State OT 19. Trenton Simpson Clemson LB 20. Felix Anudike-Uzomah, Kansas State ED 21. Tyree Wilson, Texas Tech ED 22. Kayshon Boutte, LSU WR 23. Joey Porter Jr., Penn State CB 24. Antonio Johnson, Texas A&M S 25. Andre Carter II, Army ED 26. Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Ohio State WR 27. Anton Harrison, Oklahoma OT 28. Garrett Williams, Syracuse CB 29. Jalin Hyatt, Tennessee WR 30. Jared Verse, Florida State ED 31. O'Cyrus Torrence, Florida IOL 32. Rashee Rice, SMU WR 33. Derick Hall, Auburn ED 34. Blake Corum, Michigan RB 35. Devon Witherspoon, Illinois CB 36. Zach Charbonnet, UCLA RB 37. Anthony Richardson, Florida QB 38.Josh Downs, UNC WR 39. Hendon Hooker, Tennessee QB 40. Cooper Beebe, Kansas State IOL 41. Jahmyr Gibbs, Alabama RB 42. Noah Sewell, Oregon LB 43. Brian Branch, Alabama S 44. Tanner McKee, Stanford QB 45. Ryan Hayes, Michigan OT 46. Dalton Kincaid, Utah TE 47. Clark Phillips III, Utah CB 48. Andrew Vorhees, USC IOL 49. Olusegun Oluwatimi, Michigan IOL 50. Zay Flowers, Boston College WR

The November edition of our 2023 NFL Draft player rankings features Alabama Edge Will Anderson remaining at the top, followed by Alabama QB Bryce Young and Ohio State QB C.J. Stroud. QB is projected to go one overall; Will Anderson is a winning lotto ticket Anderson, Young, or Stroud will be the number one overall draft pick, depending on who you ask. Based on team needs, Bryce Young is our favorite to go number one overall, followed by C.J. Stroud. Will Someone will win the lottery, with Will Anderson projected to fall because of an influx of QB-needy teams at the top of the draft order. I would not be surprised to see Will Levis drafted top 5. Levis has risen on our board significantly, he will be a popular name come draft season among pundits, and many will argue he should go one overall. Hendon Hooker will be 25 years old when drafted Hendon Hooker is our 4th rated QB; we have him ranked 36th overall. His age will be a significant factor when drafted, but the talent is undeniable and could allow him to ascend into a top 20 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Hooker could be the steal of the draft for a QB-needy team in the middle of round one. Interior DL is deep and talented We expect a heavy dose of defensive linemen starting with our top ten, which includes the ultra-talented Jalen Carter from Georgia. Teams in need of bolstering their interior defensive line will have some solid options. We have 4 in the top 50 of our rankings, and we project 10 in the top 100. If a team does not get one early, they will have options in the later rounds. The RB's, could be the deepest class ever The RB position is deep and talented; this could be the most talented group since 2017. Texas RB Bijon Robinson leads the way, ranked 12th in our top 50, followed by Alabama's Jahmyr Gibbs and Michigan's Blake Corum. We have 4 RB's in the top 50. We could have as many as 7-10 in the top 100. The WR's, watch out for Tennessee WR Jalin Hyatt The WR position might have a bit of a down year in terms of top-tier options, but it is deep. USC's Jordan Addison, TCU's Quentin Johnston, and LSU's Kayshon Boutte lead the way. Watch out for Tennessee WR Jalin Hyatt, who we have ranked as the 4th best WR and 20th overall in the top 50. Hyatt could ascend to a top-15 overall pick before the year ends. Click here to view the entire top 50 big board . After Further Review NFL Draft Player Evaluations Don't forget to check out After Further Review on our Youtube Channel. We evaluate individual prospects at a deeper level. We discuss play style and scheme fit, player comparisons, and do a film review of the top NFL Draft prospects. So whether you are looking for an edge in your dynasty fantasy football league or want to learn more about NFL draft prospects, After Further Review has you covered. 1). Edge Will Anderson, Alabama, 6-4, 235lbs Anderson is an explosive edge player that combines size, speed, and power to win off the edge. Anderson can play standing up or with his hand in the dirt. He provides three-down versatility as a pass rusher and a run defender. As a sophomore, Will Anderson achieved 1st team All-American Status, All-SEC 1st team, and won the Nagurski Award in 2021. If eligible to be drafted in the 2022 NFL Draft, Anderson would have been considered the top prospect on our draft board. 2). QB Bryce Young, Alabama, 6-0, 194lbs Bryce Young is a solid athlete with a better-than-average arm. He wins with his decision-making and his ability to work through his progressions. Based on our assumptions that Bryce Young will likely declare for the 2023 NFL Draft after one more year of seasoning, he already has shown enough on his tape to have been considered the top QB in this past draft ahead of Kenny Pickett, Malik Willis, and Desmond Ridder. 3). QB C.J. Stroud, Ohio State, 6-3, 218lbs Stroud is accurate with a strong arm. He can fit the football into tight windows, especially on layered throws between LB's and safeties down the middle. His ability to throw outside the numbers beating coverage, and placing the football only where his receiver has the best chance stands out on tape. C.J. Stroud possesses arm talent in critical areas of the measure. He can throw with touch at all levels, get the ball out quickly when needed, and fire a laser down the seam. Stroud does a good job feeling and handling pressure, but there are moments where you would like to see him use his legs a bit more to keep a play alive. 4). IDL Jalen Carter, Georgia, 6-3, 310lbs Carter is a disruptive physical force. Carter combines a quick first step and feet like a running back to shoot into gaps. At 6-3, 310lbs, Carter is a densely proportioned twitchy player with quick hips and elite lateral ability. Carter wins with strength generated from his dense lower half; combined with his elite positional athleticism and quick hands, Carter is a problematic defender to block. Carter will need to improve his ability to handle and move off of double teams at the next level. 5). IDL Bryan Bresee, Clemson, 6-5, 300lbs Bresee possesses elite instant impact upside, and he is a player who has top-ten NFL Draft potential even after missing 2/3 of the 2021 college football season. At 6-5, 300lbs, Bresee possesses elite length. On tape, Bresee has an explosive first step combined with the elite positional strength needed to succeed at the NFL level. He also possesses elite lateral quickness and twitchiness for an interior defender. He can shoot through a gap in a hurry on one play to force a bad throw, and on the next play, he can shoot through a hole to close off a run lane. Bresee can play different techniques along the line, but he projects as a 3-tech in the NFL. 6). Edge Myles Murphy, Clemson, 6-5, 275lbs In terms of ceiling grades, Murphy possesses one of the highest grades in the 2023 class. He has the athletic and physical tools you want in today's NFL edge rusher. At 6-5, 275lbs, Murphy possesses the elite length needed to go one-on-one with today's top NFL tackles. On tape, Murphy exhibits an elite first step combined with elite-level lateral quickness for his position. His athleticism allows him to accelerate into a gap or execute stunts using his high-level agility. His assets do not end with quickness; he can win with speed or power at the point of attack. Using his dense frame and elite strength, Murphy can anchor and hold the edge in the run game or bull through a blocker on his way to the QB. 7). ED Nolan Smith, Georgia, 6-3, 235lbs Smith is an edge player with excellent athleticism for his position. in high school, he reportedly ran a 4.5 40 and posted a near 40in vertical, which correlates to his elite first step and downhill explosiveness. Smith also possesses elite lateral quickness for his position. He has good power for an edge defender his size at 6-3, 235lbs. Smith likes to place a blocker in conflict. He can bend a tackle wide with speed, use his quick twitch ability to freeze the blocker, and then attack his weakest leverage on his way to the QB. Smith's athleticism allows him to play in coverage as needed. 8). QB WIll Levis, Kentucky, 6-3, 232lbs Levis might be the most creative of the top-rated QB's in the 2023 class. His ability to keep a play alive with his legs is an area that NFL scouts and GM's will fall in love with as he possesses the toolsy style of play of today's top young NFL QB's. He has a big arm; he can throw off platform and from different arm slots. An area where he is noticeably ahead of a guy like Josh Allen while he was in college is his ability to change his throw pace as needed. Levis can hit a throw at any field level with good accuracy. Levis will need to work on his anticipatory throws in 2022. Will Levis will start the 2022 season with a Developmental grade while possessing an Instant Impact ceiling grade. 9). WR Jordan Addison, USC, 6-0 185lbs Jordan Addison is an elite separator who can vary his route speed, lulling a DB to sleep before exploding into the top of his route. He possesses elite agility putting defenders on skates in space with bad angles after the catch. Addison is an elite-level hands catcher; he snags the ball out of the air and handles the fastball on short and intermediate throws with ease, which goes hand in hand with his ability to track the football on deep routes. Addison will likely be limited to the slot at the NFL level due to his lean frame and short stature. He has the three-level route running ability to be an elite-level go-to WR at the next level. 10). CB Kelee Ringo, Georgia, 6-2, 205lbs Ringo is another Georgia Bulldog with top-ten NFL Draft potential. Ringo is a lengthy press man corner at 6-2 205lbs; he plays aggressively. Ringo uses his strength and long arms to attack the catch point with good body control muscling the football away from the receiver. The former 10.43sec 100M track star can run with the fastest receivers on the field. In addition, he possesses the twitchiness and fluidity needed to play at a high level in the NFL. Ringo does not allow receivers to gain a step very often; when they do, he has the explosiveness to close fast. Ringo must learn to use his aggression as needed at the NFL level. His physicality in the NFL might be deemed too aggressive and lead to penalties in coverage. He will need to improve eye discipline; he can get caught by play action, pump fakes, and double moves by receivers. 11). OT Peter Skoronski, Northwestern, 6-4, 315 12). RB Bijan Robinson, Texas, 6-3, 220 13). WR Quentin Johnston, TCU, 6-4, 212 14). WR Kayshon Boutte, LSU, 6-3, 200 15). ED Tyree Wilson, Texas Tech, 6-6, 275 16). OT Broderick Jones, Georgia, 6-4, 315 17). CB Cam Smith, South Carolina, 6-0, 185 18). TE Michael Mayer, Notre Dame, 6-5, 251 19). OT Paris Johnson Jr, Ohio State, 6-6, 315 20). WR Jalin Hyatt, Tennessee, 6-0, 185 21). LB Trenton Simpson, Clemson, 6-3, 230 22). WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Ohio State, 6-0, 198 23). ED Felix Anudike-Uzomah, Kansas State, 6-4, 255 24). RB Jahmyr Gibbs, Alabama, 5-11, 200 25). ED Isaiah Foskey, Notre Dame, 6-5, 257 26). CB Joey Porter Jr, Penn State, 6-3, 195 27). S Antonio Johnson, Texas A&M, 6-3, 200 28). ED Andre Carter II, Army, 6-7, 265 29). OT Anton Harrison, Oklahoma, 6-6, 309 30). CB Garrett Williams, Syracuse, 6-0, 190 31). WR Josh Downs, UNC, 5-11, 171 32). ED Jared Verse, Florida State, 6-3, 246 33). CB Clark Phillips III, Utah, 5-10, 184 34). RB Blake Corum, Michigan, 5-8, 212 35). WR Parker Washington, Penn State, 5-10, 212 36). QB Hendon Hooker, Tennessee, 6-4, 218 37). IOL Cooper Beebe, Kansas State, 6-4, 322 38). LB Noah Sewell, Oregon, 6-3, 249 39). S Jordan Battle, Alabama, 6-3, 210 40). TE Dalton Kincaid, Utah, 6-4, 242 41). CB Devon Witherspoon, Illinois, 6-0, 180 42). OT Olumuyiwa Fashanu, Penn State, 6-6, 308 43). CB Kris Abrams-Draine, Missouri, 5-11, 178 44). IOL Andrew Vorhees, USC, 6-6, 325 45). ED B.J. Ojulari, LSU, 6-3, 245 46). IDL Gervon Dexter, Florida, 6-5, 318 47). ED Zach Harrison, Ohio State, 6-6, 265 48). ED Will McDonald IV, Iowa State 6-4, 245 49). IDL Jaquelin Roy, LSU, 6-4, 302 50). RB Sean Tucker, Syracuse, 5-10, 210

Our top ten big board rankings consist of three Georgia bulldogs, two Alabama Crimson Tide, and two Ohio State Buckeyes to start the 2022 college football season. Our top prospect is Alabama edge rusher Will Anderson who would have been the top prospect in the 2022 NFL Draft. The 2023 class looks like a very strong interior defender class with two names in the top ten of our top 50 big board and 4 in the top 20. We have eight defensive linemen in our initial top 20 rankings if you combine edge defenders with interior defenders. Click here to view the entire top 50 big board. After Further Review NFL Draft Player Evaluations Don't forget to check out After Further Review on our Youtube Channel. We evaluate individual prospects at a deeper level. We discuss play style and scheme fit, player comparisons, and do a film review of the top NFL Draft prospects. So whether you are looking for an edge in your dynasty fantasy football league or just want to learn more about NFL draft prospects, After Further Review has, you covered. 1). Edge Will Anderson, Alabama, 6-4, 235lbs Anderson is an explosive edge player that combines size, speed, and power to win off the edge. Anderson can play standing up or with his hand in the dirt. He provides three-down versatility as a pass rusher and a run defender. As a sophomore, Will Anderson achieved 1st team All-American Status, All-SEC 1st team, and won the Nagurski Award in 2021. If eligible to be drafted in the 2022 NFL Draft, Anderson would have been considered the top prospect on our draft board. 2). IDL Jalen Carter, Georgia, 6-3, 310lbs Carter is a disruptive physical force. Carter combines a quick first step and feet like a running back to shoot into gaps. At 6-3, 310lbs, Carter is a densely proportioned twitchy player with quick hips and elite lateral ability. Carter wins with strength generated from his dense lower half; combined with his elite positional athleticism and quick hands, Carter is a problematic defender to block. Carter will need to improve his ability to handle and move off of double teams at the next level. 3). Edge Myles Murphy, Clemson, 6-5, 275lbs In terms of ceiling grades, Murphy possesses one of the highest grades in the 2023 class. He has the athletic and physical tools you want in today's NFL edge rusher. At 6-5, 275lbs, Murphy possesses the elite length needed to go one-on-one with today's top NFL tackles. On tape, Murphy exhibits an elite first step combined with elite-level lateral quickness for his position. His athleticism allows him to accelerate into a gap, or he can execute stunts using his high-level agility. His assets do not end with quickness; he can win with speed or power at the point of attack. Using his dense frame and elite strength, Murphy can anchor and hold the edge in the run game or bull through a blocker on his way to the QB. 4). QB Bryce Young, Alabama, 6-0, 194lbs Bryce Young is a solid athlete with a better-than-average arm. He wins with his decision-making and his ability to work through his progressions. Based on our assumptions that Bryce Young will likely declare for the 2023 NFL Draft after one more year of seasoning, he already has shown enough on his tape to have been considered the top QB in this past draft ahead of Kenny Pickett, Malik Willis, and Desmond Ridder. 5). CB Kelee Ringo, Georgia, 6-2, 205lbs Ringo is another Georgia Bulldog with top-ten NFL Draft potential. Ringo is a lengthy press man corner at 6-2, 205lbs; he plays with aggression. Ringo uses his strength and long arms to attack the catch point with good body control muscling the football away from the receiver. The former 10.43sec 100M track star can run with the fastest receivers on the field. In addition, he possesses the twitchiness and fluidity needed to play at a high level in the NFL. Ringo does not allow receivers to gain a step very often; when they do, he has the explosiveness to close fast. Ringo must learn to use his aggression as needed at the NFL level. His physicality in the NFL might be deemed too aggressive and lead to penalties in coverage. He will need to improve eye discipline; he can get caught by play action, pump fakes, and double moves by receivers. 6). QB C.J. Stroud, Ohio State, 6-3, 218lbs Stroud is accurate with a strong arm. He can fit the football into tight windows, especially on layered throws between LB's and safeties down the middle. His ability to throw outside the numbers beating coverage, and placing the football only where his receiver has the best chance stands out on tape. C.J. Stroud possesses arm talent in critical areas of the measure. He can throw with touch at all levels, get the ball out quickly when needed, and fire a laser down the seam. Stroud does a good job feeling and handling pressure, but there are moments where you would like to see him use his legs a bit more to keep a play alive. 7). ED Nolan Smith, Georgia, 6-3, 235lbs Smith is an edge player with excellent athleticism for his position. in high school, he reportedly ran a 4.5 40 and posted a near 40in vertical, which correlates to his elite first step and downhill explosiveness. Smith also possesses elite lateral quickness for his position. He has good power for an edge defender his size at 6-3, 235lbs. Smith likes to place a blocker in conflict. He can bend a tackle wide with speed, use his quick twitch ability to freeze the blocker, and then attack his weakest leverage on his way to the QB. Smith's athleticism allows him to play in coverage as needed. 8). WR Kayshon Boutte, LSU, 6-0, 200lbs Boutte took the reigns as LSU's next big-time WR in 2021 before succumbing to an ankle injury midway through the season. Boutte would miss seven games in 2021 but still led the Tigers in receiving yards and TD's. He is a mismatch for opposing DB's, and his after-the-catch ability is next level. We project Kayshon Boutte as a top ten overall talent in the 2023 NFL Draft. 9). IDL Bryan Bresee, Clemson, 6-5, 300lbs Bresee possesses elite instant impact upside, and he is a player who has top ten NFL Draft potential even after missing 2/3 of the 2021 college football season. At 6-5, 300lbs, Bresee possesses elite length. On tape, Bresee has an explosive first step combined with the elite positional strength needed to be a success at the NFL level. He also possesses elite lateral quickness and twitchiness for an interior defender. He can shoot through a gap in a hurry on one play to force a bad throw, and on the next play, he can shoot through a hole to close off a run lane. Bresee can play different techniques along the line, but he projects as a 3-tech in the NFL. 10). WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Ohio State, 6-0, 198lbs Smith-Njigba waited his turn at Ohio State, and when it was his time to shine, he stepped up in a big way a season ago. In the 2022 Rose Bowl game, Smith-Njigba became the Buckeye's number one receiver after Chris Olave and Garrett Wilson opted out. Njigba is not the flashiest receiver; he is a good route runner with excellent hands. He is also fearless and willing to pick up the tough yards over the middle—Smith-Njigba projects as a slot receiver at the next level. At 6-0, 198 lbs, he is a gritty player who can make defenders miss in space like a running back after the catch. He can stop on a dime and displays good lateral movement and loose hips. He attacks the catch point and can muscle the ball away from defenders in traffic.

We have updated the Football Scout top 50 Big board, and today I want to share some of the new entrants that have moved into the top 50 as we have moved past the halfway mark of the college football season. You can check out the top 50 on our site by clicking here. (16) ED Tyree Wilson, Texas Tech Starter-level developmental traits with instant impact player potential At 6-6, 275 LBS, Wilson is a versatile DL who can play on the interior or the edge. His versatility, combined with his length, is what stands out. At the NFL level, he projects as an edge-setting DE. He posted six sacks in 2021; he already has 7 in 2022. (29) CB Devon Witherspoon, Illinois Solid Level High Upside player with instant impact player potential Witherspoon is a 6-0, 180lb physical ball-hawking DB who leads the nation in PBU's (11) through 7 games in 2022. According to PFF, he boasts the top coverage grade, allowing 13 catches on 42 total targets for 131 yards and zero TD's. He plays 76% of his snaps in man coverage, where he has surrendered only 7 catches for 61 yards and -2 yds after the catch. (32) CB Garrett Williams, Syracuse Starter-level developmental traits with instant impact player potential Williams is a versatile physical DB that can play in a multiple-scheme defense. Playing 46% of his snaps in zone coverage, Williams has allowed only four catches on 5 total targets for 76 yards and no TD's while snagging two picks in zone coverage, according to PFF. (35) QB Hendon Hooker, Tennessee Developmental starter traits with instant impact player potential Hooker displayed what we wanted to see from him against Alabama posting 441 yards and 5 TD's, leading his team to an epic win in Knoxville. Hendon Hooker transferred to Tennessee from Virginia Tech in 2021. Hooker has proven to be an efficient player in an offense that doesn't ask him to do much as a passer beyond his predetermined read. Hooker's development will depend on where he lands in the NFL. (36) IOL Cooper Beebe, Kansas State He is a solid starter with high upside potential and might be at or near his ceiling. Beebe has experience playing LT at Kansas State but moved to LG due to his lack of length. Beebe is an experienced player who plays with a great base allowing him to anchor down and hold his ground. PFF has him graded in the top 15 in pass blocking. He is also a strong run blocker in zone or gap-based situations. (39) WR Jalin Hyatt, Tennessee Developmental starter traits with instant impact player potential Hyatt exploded onto the scene, Alabama scorching the Crimson Tide secondary with six catches for 207 yards. Hyatt is the beneficiary of former Vols number one WR Cedric Tillman, who succumbed to injury in week 3. Hyatt has recorded 92% of his snaps from the slot in a Tennessee offense that loves to spread teams out. He averages more than 14 yards per target while maintaining a 154.9 QBR when targeted. Hyatt has the field stretching speed that NFL scouts want at the position and will be a player to keep an eye on moving forward. (41) TE Dalton Kincaid, Utah He is a solid starter with high upside potential and might be at or near his ceiling. One could argue that Kincaid is the top TE in this class. Kincaid scorched the USC defense with 16 catches and 234 yards with a TD on Saturday, which is why his stock is on the rise. In 2022, Kincaid boasts the nation's 2nd highest receiving grade, according to PFF. He lines up 56% of his snaps in the slot and is known as a better route runner and pass catcher than an inline blocker. His game translates well at the next level. (49) Will McDonald IV, Iowa State He is a solid starter with high upside potential and might be at or near his ceiling. McDonald is a versatile player who many believed lacked consistency. We have been up and down on him, but in 2022, McDonald is proving the doubters wrong by posting a top 5 grade nationally in true pass set situations with a 48% win rate (4th). He has four sacks and 15 pressures through 7 games. (50) RB Chase Brown, Illinois He is a solid starter with high upside potential and might be at or near his ceiling. The 2022 RB class is deep and versatile because of backs like Chase Brown. He has already surpassed 1000 rush yards averaging 7.0 yds per run. Brown blends speed, power, and contact balance as well as any back in this class. Brown leads the nation in yards after contact through seven games and has improved as a pass catcher providing three-down versatility. He will need to prove he can hold up at the NFL level in pass pro, an area he has worked to improve in 2022.

Over the last few months, the Football Scout 365 NFL podcast team has been hard at work trying to ID potential fantasy football league winners. Today, I wanted to rank the top ten from the 17 potential league winners we have discussed on the podcast since August using a basic grade scale. Grade Scale A= Player has the highest potential league-winning value B= Player is in a timeshare, not the number one at his position, or has been inconsistent, but has shown high-level league winner potential C= Player is a key piece but is not number one at his position. Will need to be more consistent or move up the depth chart. The player is a current flex play or stash D= Was once believed to carry league-winner potential but has yet to move up the depth chart or receive enough snaps. A low-level stash. 1). Deandre Hopkins (A) League Winning Grade: A Hopkins returns Week 7, and if early reports of Hollywood Brown being in a walking boot after wk6 are serious, Hopkins is just in time to retake his WR1 in the Cardinals offense. 2). Kenneth Walker III (A) Walker assumed the lead role in the Seattle backfield after Penny's injury. The last two weeks, Walker has posted 32 fantasy points in the previous two weeks and has shown his explosive playmaking ability if for real. 3). Breece Hall (A) Breece has been a fantasy darling since he was drafted, but his timeshare with Michael Carter early in the season limited his opportunities. Since wk4, Breece has taken the backfield over, posting 20 fantasy pts per game. 4). Rhamondre Stevenson (A) In week 5, Stevenson took over the backfield after Harris injured his hammy. Stevenson racked up 22.5 fantasy points while handling 90% of the backfield snaps. In wk6, Stevenson scored 23 fantasy pts vs. the Browns. 5). Josh Allen (A) Josh Alen, like Lamar, provides league-winning upside because of his big play ability as a passer and runner. He is the QB1. 6). Lamar Jackson (A) We did a combo video on who will be the league MVP in 2022. As of wk6 it is Josh Allen. But Lamar is still QB2, his rushing upside and improved passing allow him to remain one of the best fantasy options. 7). Brian Robinson (B) Robinson is in a favorable spot to receive a heavy workload down the line. In his return from being shot two times in a robbery attempt just over a month ago, it took Robinson two weeks to take over the backfield from Antonio Gibson. In wk6, Robinson broke out with a 47% snap share, 13.5 fantasy pts. 8). J.K. Dobbins (C) Dobbins returned wk3 vs. the Patriots and was on a pitch count. He Assumed 43% snap share in week 3. Wk4 vs. Buffalo, Dobbins scores 22 fantasy pts, returns to earth wk5 vs. Bengals. Wk6, Dobbins started the game before knee "tightness" occurred, rushed 7 times for 15 yds. 9). David Njoku (B) After 6 weeks, Njoku is TE 6. With Brissett at QB, Njoku has been inconsistent yet has posted a 24 pt and 15 pt fantasy performance. Once Watson returns, the bet is Njoku could become a favorite target of a QB who relied on his TE's in the past. 10). Romeo Doubs (C) Since wk3, Doubs has recorded a 90% snap rate with 30 targets in an offense in search of a playmaking WR. Wk3 and 4, Doubs scored 30+ combined fantasy pts against the Bills and Pats, scoring twice. Wk5 and 6, Doubs has fallen back to earth, recording 10 total fantasy pts, but he remains a highly targeted option with 14 targets.

There were a lot of questions among the Florida State faithful regarding the Jermaine Johnson replacement; those questions were provided emphatic answers last night in New Orleans when Jared Verse blocked a FG and picked up two sacks vs. the LSU Tigers. The transfer edge rusher from Albany University displayed his freakish athleticism on the big stage and proved that his move from FCS to FBS would be virtually seamless. 2021 Stats At Albany Jared Verse was dynamic a year ago while playing at Albany. He amassed 10.5 sacks and 20 run stops at or behind the line of scrimmage (11 for a loss). He forced two fumbles and pressured the QB 36 times. PFF graded him as the 23rd-best Edge in FCS a season ago among players with at least 500 snaps. His one weakness coming from FCS was tackling; he graded out terribly in 2021 with a 22% missed tackle rate, ranking 16th worst among edge defenders with at least 500 snaps. Scouting Report Jared Verse is a 6-4, 250lb athletic edge rusher who uses his explosive first step to defeat opposing blockers off the edge. Where he needed to improve the most after transferring from FCS Albany to LSU is his technique. Improving his hand usage, lateral quickness, and a counter move to go along with his explosive first step would be significant. Through the first few weeks of the 2022 CFB season, Verse appears to have improved his technique and looks like a player on the rise. Verse struggled as a tackler in 2021 at FCS Albany, amassing (10) missed tackles. So far, through two weeks, he has shown improved discipline as a tackler. His impact on special teams adds additional allure to his NFL Draft stock.

I wanted to start a new written series covering the top three performances that stood out in big moments among top NFL Draft prospects across the college football landscape. Week one of the 2022 college football season provided plus matchups for us to feast our football-deprived brains upon. To open the season, we chose to dive into the big matchups, Ohio State vs. Notre Dame at the top, followed by Florida vs. Utah and Oregon vs. Georgia. The prospects we chose to focus on in these three games were Florida QB Anthony Richardson, Ohio State QB C.J. Stroud, and Georgia IDL Jalen Carter. Florida QB Anthony Richardson (6-4, 240lbs) The Measurables As an NFL Draft prospect, Richardson possesses all the attributes you want in a QB. At 6-4, 240lbs, Richardson has the size to go with the big arm. He also possesses the athleticism we are consistently looking for in today's NFL QB. He can move to keep a play alive and take off and pick up explosive plays with his legs. He exhibited all these attributes last night vs. the #7 Utah Utes at home in the Swamp. The Performance Anthony Richardson shined last night against #7 Utah in the Swamp in front of the largest home-opening crowd in Florida football history. In only his second career start at QB for the Gators, Richardson posted 274 total yards and three TD's (all three on the ground). He scored on a two-point conversion throw that will be a surefire ESPN top 10 play late in the game to extend the Gator's lead by 3. Utah would not go away, and they would answer on their next drive, regaining the lead and placing the pressure squarely on the shoulders of Anthony Richardson. As the game progressed, the one thing I wanted to see from Richardson was his ability to put his team on his back, and he did just that by avoiding mistakes in a pressured situation. On the Gator's final offensive drive, Richardson rose to the occasion leading his team down the field on a 75-yard, 14-play drive that lasted 5 minutes. Richardson capped off the drive with a zone-read keeper for a one-yard TD. On the final drive, Richardson helped his team convert 3 of their total 3rd and 4th down plays. Two with his legs, one through the air. The Final Word I went into this game remembering how Ohio State shredded the Utah secondary in the Rose Bowl, and I kept that perspective at the front of my mind for a good reason. I knew that if the Gators could exploit the Utah defense, it would be through the air, but that was not the case. Richardson only attempted 21 throws, completing 17 (70%) for 174 yards. He did not throw a TD pass, but he did throw for a 2pt score on the move, escaping a defender's grasp in the backfield. From an advanced data perspective , Richardson committed one turnover-worthy throw, and his ADOT per pass attempt of 7.6 ranked 77th among all passers with at least 20 attempts. He finished the night with an average PFF passer grade, ranking 76th. He had (0) big-time throws on the night . I am impressed with Richardson, not just by the physical tools but by his patience and moxie. He did not make a critical mistake late; instead, he stepped up, stayed calm, and did exactly what you expect from a big-time player, finishing a tight game with a win. Richardson's first SEC challenge happens in one week when the Gators face off against the WIll Levis-led Kentucky Wildcats at home. Ohio State QB C.J. Stroud The Measurables C.J. Stroud entered the night as the 2nd rated QB on our NFL Draft Board behind Alabama's Bryce Young. The 6-3, 220lbs QB is considered by many to be a top 5 NFL Draft pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Stroud throws with great anticipation and does a great job putting his receivers in a position to be lucky after the catch. He is not the athlete Justin Fields presented while at Ohio State, but Stroud proved he could be every bit as good as a passer, and when needed, he can pick up a first down with his legs. Continued improvement with his footwork and timing will further elevate his top ten NFL draft status. The Performance Against Notre Dame at home in week one, C.J. Stroud stepped up and made the plays needed to help his team move past a tough and inspired Irish defense. Ohio State entered the game as a three-score favorite (16.5) but trailed by a score at halftime. Stroud spent most of the game taking what the Irish defense gave him, he did not force anything, and the Irish played a lot of two-high coverage. The word of the night for Stroud was patience. He exhibited tremendous patience throughout, just waiting for the right opportunity, and the Irish would present him with that opportunity late in the third Qtr down 10-7. The Irish decided to bring both safeties from a two-high look on a blitz, and Stroud made them pay with a TD pass to give the Buckeyes the 14-10 lead heading into the 4th Qtr. From an advanced data perspective , C.J. Stroud did not commit a single turnover-worthy play, and he completed (4) big-time throws, including the TD to put the Buckeyes ahead at the end of the 3rd QTR. Stroud finished with a 90.2 (Elite) PFF passing grade. The Final Word Stroud had to deal with a banged-up Smith-Njigba in this game; he made the most of it without his star WR and found a way without him on the field. Stroud also did a great job getting away from pressure several times, extending plays, and making a few big-time throws into small windows on the sideline in this game. We discussed C.J. Stroud's mobility on After Further Review a few weeks ago and that if he is going to leapfrog Bryce Young into the QB1 spot, he would need to show more as an athlete, keeping plays alive and making throws on the run, and he did that vs. Notre Dame to start the 2022 season. Georgia IDL Jalen Carter The Measurables Jalen Carter is the early #2 prospect on the Football Scout 365 NFL Draft board to start the 2022 CFB season behind Alabama Edge Will Anderson. Carter is a disruptive physical force. He combines a quick first step and feet like a running back to shoot into gaps. At 6-3, 310lbs, Carter is a densely proportioned twitchy player with quick hips and elite lateral ability for his position. Carter wins with strength generated from his dense lower half; combined with his elite positional athleticism and quick hands, Carter is a problematic defender to block. He will need to improve his ability to handle and move off of double teams at the next level. The Performance Carter dominated from his interior position in week one vs. the Oregon Ducks in ways not shown in a stat book. The Ducks could not block him at times, and you can see precisely why Carter is considered an elite prospect that NFL scouts and GM's are drooling over. His overwhelming presence in the middle of the defense makes life easier for the 2nd and 3rd level defenders behind him and creates problems as both a run stopper and a pass rusher. The Final Word Carter did not fill up a stat book. But that does not mean his presence was not felt in different ways. In the videos below, you will see exactly what I am talking about regarding his ability to affect a game. A clear holding penalty on this play. Carter is tackled in the backfield. If the holding is called, it's as good as a sack. Carter uses his strength to displace the blocker in his way so that he can get the TFL.

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The TE position in the NFL has evolved into a more versatile position. Today's TE's do much more as receivers lining up outside or in the slot instead of the more traditional inline role. The pioneers of today's more athletic TE movement are Rob Gronkowski and Travis Kelce, both of which will become first-ballot Hall Of Famers when that time comes. TE's still block as needed in the run game and pass pro, and one of the best at doing this in today's NFL is 49ers TE George Kittle. Kittle is more of a traditional TE that plays closer to the line of scrimmage and is an excellent blocker and receiver. Kittle is also a unicorn in today's NFL because he provides elite positional versatility. The 2022 NFL draft provided us with some solid TE talent. Colorado State's Trey McBride and Virginia TE Jelani Woods were the first TE's off the board. Mcbride is more of a traditional TE, he can line up inline and be a blocker as needed, and he is a good receiver and athlete with the ball in his hands. Woods is the unicorn with the high ceiling. Woods is a 6-7 former QB who converted to TE. He is a special athlete who needs some time to develop, and if he does improve as a route runner and can be an adequate blocker in the NFL, he will succeed. The 2023 TE class is deep. There are several plus athletes in this class, and it will be interesting to see how it all plays out during the 2022 season. We have Notre Dame TE Michael Mayer at the top, followed by UTAH's Dalton Kincaid. So what are we looking for when evaluating the WR position? The Key Positional Factors: Positional Versatility Blocking Receiver Ability The Grade Scale IIP (Instant Impact Potential) (9.0-7.0) High-End Starter HUP (High Upside Potential) (6.9-6.7) Solid Starter Level DP (Developmental Potential) (6.6-6.5) Lower Level Starter (6.4) Starter Level Traits (6.3) Limited Opportunity/Shows Starter Level Traits When Given the Opportunity 1). Michael Mayer Notre Dame JR 6-5 251 Current Grade: High-End Starter (Instant Impact Potential) Ceiling Grade: High-End Starter (Instant Impact Potential) 2). Dalton Kincaid SR Utah 6-4 242 Current Grade: High-End Starter (High Upside Potential) Ceiling Grade: High-End Starter (Instant Impact Potential) 3). Arik Gilbert Georgia RSO 6-5 248 Current Grade: High-End Starter (High Upside Potential) Ceiling Grade: High-End Starter (Instant Impact Potential) 4). Sam LaPorta Iowa SR 6-4 249 Current Grade: High-End Starter (High Upside Potential) Ceiling Grade: High-End Starter (Instant Impact Potential)

After Further Review, Instant Impact Player Edition This year's episodes will focus on players graded as Instant Impact Potential Players using the Football Scout 365 player grading scale. These players can have a base grade lower than Instant Impact with a ceiling of Instant Impact Player, or they can be a consensus Instant Impact Player. The New Football Scout 365 NFL Draft Big Board Please check out the initial Football Scout 365 2023 NFL Draft Big Board. Analyst Brandon Luncberg released his initial top 50 big board on August 1st. He also unveiled the updated NFL Draft big board, which now includes a deeper analysis that provides more than just a scouting report. Brandon added player injury history, each player's core strengths and weaknesses, and player comparisons. You can check out the newly minted Football Scout 365 NFL Draft Big Board free by visiting FootballScout365.com. Please let us know what you think.

This week, the Football Scout 365 NFL Podcast team dive into the week one preseason hype. 00:17 Deshaun Watson's underwhelming Browns debut 08:10 Jalen Hurts looked good. How much can we take from a single drive? 14:11 The year two QB's, how did Trevor Lawrence, Justin Fields, Trey Lance, and Zach Wilson look? 20:38 Rookie QB's debut, and a few shined. Kenny Pickett looked really good; what did we learn? 25:00 George Pickens is a first-ballot Hall of Famer. 33:00 Has Baker Mayfield pulled ahead in the QB battle? 39:20 The Chief's new-look offense