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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.

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)

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

We Are Back Host Woody Massie and Analyst Brandon Lundberg return this year to deliver in-depth NFL Draft player analysis. Ahead of the 2022 NFL Draft, Woody and Brandon provided deep research for all of the top 2022 NFL Draft prospects. We are getting an earlier start this season, so the game plan is to deliver double the content without sacrificing quality. 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. Show Order 00:00 Show Open 03:26 Alabama QB Bryce Young player comparisons 14:18 About the NFL draft prospect Alabama QB Bryce Young 16:42 In Good Company. Bryce Young is one of three consecutive Alabama Crimson Tide record-breaking QB's. 18:25 Bryce Young by the numbers, stats, advanced stats, and more. 25:42 Bryce Young's play style and scheme fit. Alabama's OC is Bill O'Brien. 28:20 The film, the film, the film. We place Bryce Young under the microscope and evaluate his game's good and bad aspects. 37:33 Bryce Young's grade and key factors 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.

Today the Football Scout 365 NFL Podcast team debates who the top 10 WR’s are ahead of the 2022 NFL season. We dive into the ESPN top ten rankings, PFF top ten grades and rankings, and more. Advanced Data Used For Show Discussion 2021 PFF Top Ten Player Grades Cooper Kupp 93.0 Davante Adams 92.7 Deebo Samuel 90.2 Justin Jefferson 90.1 A.J. Brown 86.3 Tyreek Hill 86.0 Ja’Marr Chase 85.3 CeeDee Lamb 84.1 Tee Higgins 83.4 Gabe Davis 81.5 TGT Per Route Run Top Ten Since 2019 Davante Adams 33% Michael Thomas 32% Cooper Kupp 29% Julio Jones 28% Keenan Allen 27% Jarvis Landry 27% A.J. Brown 27% Julian Edelman 27% DeAndre Hopkins 27% Diontae Johnson 27% Top Ten TGT Per Route Run in 2021 (Any Total Routes Run) Antonio Brown 34% Cooper Kupp 33% A.J. Brown 32% Davante Adams 32% Kadarius Toney 29% Diontae Johnson 29% Deonte Harty 28% Tyreek Hill 28% Justin Jefferson 28% Top Ten TGT Per Route Run in 2021 (Min 300 Routes Run) Cooper Kupp 33% A.J. Brown 32% Davante Adams 32% Diontae Johnson 29% Tyreek Hill 28% Justin Jefferson 28% DJ Moore 28% DK Metcalf 27% Jarvis Landry 27% Stefon Diggs 27% Efficiency Measure, What They Do With Their Route Opportunities Top Ten Yds Per Route Run in 2021 (Min 300 Routes Run) Cooper Kupp 3.38 Deebo Samuel 3.12 Davante Adams 2.94 A.J. Brown 2.67 Justin Jefferson 2.67 Ja'Marr Chase 2.63 Tyler Lockett 2.49 Tee Higgins 2.35 Tyreek Hill 2.19 CeeDee Lamb 2.17

The Last Two Drafts Have Produced 7 WR's WIth an Instant Impact Player Grade The 2021 WR Draft produced top-tier WR1's with Ja'Marr Chase, Devonta Smith, and Jaylen Waddle receiving Instant Impact player grades before the 2021 NFL Draft. All three proved their pre-draft value immediately during the 2021 NFL season. In addition, the 2021 NFL Draft proved to be fruitful beyond the top-tier names with Amon-Ra St. Brown (Detroit), Elijah Moore (NY Jets), Rondale Moore (Arizona), and Rashod Bateman (Baltimore). The 2022 WR draft provided us with four players receiving an Instant Impact player grade. Ohio State's Garrett Wilson and Chris Olave led the way, followed by Penn State's Jahan Dotson (Washington) and Alabama's Jameson Williams (Detroit). The importance of the WR position is apparent considering the amount of money NFL teams are shelling out this offseason. Having depth at WR is also crucial as NFL teams can no longer depend on just having one top-tier WR paired with complementary players. Teams are looking to pair their number one guys with an additional number one caliber player. The Bengals are the best example of this with Ja'Marr Chase, Tee Higgins, and Tyler Boyd. Some Notable Draft Data In 2021, WR's listed among our top 100 were drafted in the 2nd round on average. Ja'Marr Chase was the first WR off the board, and the lowest WR drafted from our board was Oklahoma State's Tylan Wallace at pick 93 in round 4 by the Ravens. WR's from the 2021 NFL Draft ranked in our top 100 played an average of 14.1 games. 23% of the WR's drafted in 2021 who ranked in our top 100 became day one starters. So what are we looking for when evaluating the WR position? The Key Positional Factors: Hands Route Running/Separation After Catch 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). Kayshon Boutte LSU JR 6-0 190 Current Grade: High-End Starter (Instant Impact Potential) Ceiling Grade: High-End Starter (Instant Impact Potential) 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. When evaluating the tape, Kayshon Boutte's Athleticism stands out. Listed at 6-0 200lbs, Boutte has the physical traits to play outside or in the slot as needed. Boutte possesses excellent speed and agility, which is why he is such a threat to go the distance with the ball in his hands. His long speed allows him to get natural separation. Boutte has excellent football awareness; he does a good job locating the holes in coverage. Boutte is far from perfect. He has some concentration drops on his resume and can improve his route running. Adding double moves and being a better salesman at the NFL level will allow him to take his game to the next level. Boutte will need to work on his contested catch ability in 2022; if he can improve in critical areas, he will be the top receiver off the board in the 2023 NFL Draft. 2). Jaxon Smith-Njigba Ohio State JR 6-0 198 Current Grade: High-End Starter (Instant Impact Potential) Ceiling Grade: High-End Starter (Instant Impact Potential) 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. Without Olave and Wilson, Smith-Njigba lit up the Utah Secondary for 15 catches, 347 yards receiving, hitting pay dirt three times. No wide receiver has more yards in a Rose Bowl game or any single bowl game than Jaxon Smith-Njigba. Surprisingly, Smith-Njigba led all Buckeye receivers in 2021 with 1606 yds receiving. 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. 3). Jordan Addison USC JR 6-0 198 Current Grade: High-End Starter (Instant Impact Potential) Ceiling Grade: High-End Starter (Instant Impact Potential) In 2021, Addison posted a 100-catch season with 1500 yards receiving and 17 TD's. Addison became the unquestioned star of the Pitt Panther's 2021 offense. Addison has since transferred to the USC Trojans to play with new Trojan Head Coach Lincoln Riley who left Norman for L.A. in the offseason. Addison will be a preseason Heisman Trophy candidate and a favorite to bring home the Biletnikoff Trophy as the nation's best receiver in 2022. 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. 4). Quentin Johnston TCU JR 6-4 212 Current Grade: High-End Starter (High Upside Potential) Ceiling Grade: High-End Starter (Instant Impact Potential) In 2021, Johnston led the Horned Frogs in both yards, receptions, yards per reception, and TD catches. He would go on to earn first-team all-Big 12 honors. Johnston has a knack for the big play. As a true freshman on 2020, Johnston averaged 22.1 yards per catch, the highest ever by a true freshman Big 12 WR. Vs. the Sooners in 2021, Johnston posted a career-best 185 yards on seven receptions and three TD's. Johnston's growth in 2021 was tremendous, leaving many to believe that the sky is the limit for Johnston moving forward. 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 where he defeats coverage with his elite-level short area quickness. He possesses a smooth crossover ability at the line, allowing him to get a free release vs. press coverage, but he does not always win vs. press. He tends to start his routes upright; he will need to learn how to skinny his frame at the snap if he is going to be elite at the NFL level. 5). Zay Flowers Boston College 5-10 172 Current Grade: High-End Starter (High Upside Potential) Ceiling Grade: High-End Starter (Instant Impact Potential) Zay Flowers is another of the many smallish but quick slot or Z (off the ball) WR's we have seen in the last few NFL drafts. In 2020, Flowers was an All-ACC First Team selection. In 2021, Flowers amassed 44 catches and 746 yards, with 5 TD's. Flowers did not shine the same way he did in 2020 as he dealt with injuries at the QB position. With Phil Jurkovec projected to be back under center, Flowers could be in for a big year. Flowers is a versatile player with experience playing inside (slot), outside (X), or off the ball at the Z. At 5-10 175lbs, he projects as a slot at the next level. On tape, Flowers wins his battles with an elite ability to change direction. He is dangerous in space, where he forces defenders into bad angles. He can stop on a dime and get from 0 to 60 in a hurry leaving defenders grasping for air or stuck in quicksand trying to reel him in (Ankles beware). Flowers has quick feet and a quick release off the line. His route running ability is high level, and when you add in his elite agility, he has no issue getting separation. He can sell his routes at a high level, using his entire body to sell the defender one way before snapping his route in the other direction. His size will be a factor at the next level.

The 2022 NFL draft left us with a lot to desire in terms of top-tier QB's. The 2023 NFL Draft should meet our desires regarding high ceiling potential. After the 2021 NFL Draft QB class that included Trevor Lawrence, Justin Fields, Zach Wilson, Mac Jones, and Trey Lance in that order on our 2021 Big Board rankings all going in the first round, we had Kenny Pickett ranked 26th with a first-round grade ahead of the 2022 NFL Draft. He would become the only QB drafted in the first round. When combining the grades from the last two draft classes, at least two QB's from the 2021 draft class would still rank ahead of the current 2023 group, with Trevor Lawrence and Justin Fields ranking higher than Bryce Young or C.J. Stroud to this point in the process. For the 2023 class, we have another season of data points ahead of us in 2022, so whatever you read today could be flipped on its head by the time we reach the 2023 NFL Draft. One thing I can say without a doubt is that Bryce Young has "it," and for a smallish QB who does not check the same boxes (in terms of stature) as the Josh Allen's or Justin Herbert's of the world, Young is still a "toolsy" player. As for the others on the list, C.J. Stroud and WIll Levis have a lot to gain by having a great 2022 season, and either player has the upside to take the top spot. So what are we looking for when evaluating the QB position? The Key Positional Factors: Accuracy Arm Talent Awareness (Football IQ) As everyone already knows (or should know), we do a show (After Further Review) on our Youtube channel that features in-depth individual NFL Draft player analysis. We cover a lot in these episodes, from player grades, team fits, and player comps, and we even do a quick film analysis. Still, the core of the final player analysis is the final grade and the ceiling grade, which are determined in large part by the key positional factor grades. The Final Grades for any player in the top 50 rankings will be within the range of Instant Impact, High Upside, and Developmental. Each of the grades referenced in the above text possesses subcategories to help us gauge where a player stands from day one entering the NFL. You can find these below. 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 The Top 5 2023 NFL Draft QB's 1). Bryce Young Alabama RSO 6-0 194 Current Grade: Solid Starter Level (High Upside Potential) Ceiling Grade: High-End Starter (Instant Impact Potential) 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. 2). C.J. Stroud Ohio State JR 6-3 218 Current Grade: Lower Level Starter (Developmental) Ceiling Grade: High-End Starter (Instant Impact Potential) C.J. Stroud grew down the second-half stretch of the 2021 college football season. With another year of coaching from Ryan Day in this Ohio State offense, Stroud has the potential to reach heights unseen before at Ohio State. 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. 3). Will Levis Kentucky SR 6-3 232 Current Grade: Lower Level Starter (Developmental) Ceiling Grade: High-End Starter (Instant Impact Potential) I was not impressed when I started the Will Levis review following Bryce Young and C.J. Stroud. For starters, he presented a lot of inconsistency as a passer. His lack of consistent deep accuracy, footwork, and timing left a lot to be desired. By the 3rd full game review, I began to piece together the reasoning behind his ascension on many draft boards. Will Levis has the size and is built similarly to Josh Allen while possessing a cannon for an arm. Levis is also an outstanding athlete that can extend plays and keep a drive alive with his legs. Will Levis will start the 2022 season with a Developmental grade while possessing an Instant Impact ceiling. 4). Tyler Van Dyke Miami RSO 6-4 224 Current Grade: Starter Level Traits (Developmental) Ceiling Grade: Solid Starter Level (High Upside Potential) Van Dyke is another player that has a lot to gain during the 2022 college football season. A season ago, Van Dyke was not named the full-time starter until week 4, and from that point, he proved that the future of the Miami offense would be on his shoulders. Van Dyke finished the 2021 season with 25 TD's to 6 INTs. He takes care of the football while also being confident enough in his arm to go out and hit a high number of tight-window throws. To remain a first-round consideration, Van Dyke needs to refine his footwork in the pocket and improve his processing from within the structure of the offense. It will be interesting to see how new OC Josh Gattis, coming in from the University of Michigan, will build his scheme around Van Dyke. 5). Tanner McKee Stanford JR 6-6 228 Current Grade: Starter Level Traits (Developmental) Ceiling Grade: Solid Starter Level (High Upside Potential) In 2018, Tanner McKee was a highly coveted recruit in the same class as Trevor Lawrence and Justin Fields; he ranked as the 6th best QB prospect in 2018 while ranking as the third-best pro-style prospect behind Trevor Lawrence and J.T. Daniels. McKee is a prototype NFL QB with a big arm who wins from the pocket with good footwork and mechanics. In 2021, McKee started the season strong through his first five weeks, throwing 11 TD's and zero INT's, but through his final seven games, he returned to earth throwing only 4 TD's to 7 INT's. Not surrounded by great talent, McKee combines good ball placement with a big arm to help bridge his team's offensive deficiencies. In 2022, Mckee will need to work on protecting the football while being pressured; part of the onus will be on the Stanford OL to improve their ability to protect Mckee. PFF ranked Stanford 95th in pass blocking in 2021.

The 2023 NFL Draft RB class is loaded with versatile players. The reoccurring theme in the 2023 class is three-down versatility and that's exactly what NFL teams covet the most at the RB position as evidenced in the last few years and at least ever since the 2017 RB draft class that was loaded with several backs who provided high-level three-down versatility. You can read more about the 2017 draft class here. So what are we looking for when evaluating the RB position? The Key Positional Factors: Vision Contact Balance Three Down Versatility As everyone already knows (or should know), we do a show (After Further Review) on our Youtube channel that features in-depth individual NFL Draft player analysis. We cover a lot in these episodes, from player grades, team fits, and player comps, and we even do a quick film analysis. Still, the core of the final player analysis is the final grade and the ceiling grade, which are largely determined by the key positional factor grades. The Final Grades for any player in the top 50 rankings will be within the range of Instant Impact, High Upside, and Developmental. Each of the grades referenced in the above text possesses subcategories to help us gauge where a player stands from day one entering the NFL. You can find these below. 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 The Top 5 2023 NFL Draft RB's 1). Bijan Robinson Texas, JR, 6-0, 220 Current Grade: High-End Starter (Instant Impact Potential) Ceiling Grade: High-End Starter (Instant Impact Potential) Bijan Robinson has a chance to become a generational talent at the running back position in 2022. Already considered a first-round talent, Robinson can cement his top status by continuing to build off of a strong 2021 season. If our bar at the college level is Saquon Barkley, Bijan checks many of the same boxes as Barkley. Bijan is not as fluid an athlete as Barkley, but he can make a defender miss in a small area or run behind his pads to turn a small gain into an explosive play (arm tacklers need not apply). Robinson is also a proven receiver out of the backfield and can split wide or in the slot when needed. He possesses high-level Three down ability and positional versatility built for the NFL level. 2). Zach Charbonnet UCLA, 6-1, 220 Current Grade: Solid Starter Level (High Upside Potential) Ceiling Grade: High-End Starter (Instant Impact Potential) Committed initially to Michigan, where he played as a true freshman, Charbonnet drew comparisons to David Johnson, according to his former RB coach at Michigan (Jay Harbaugh). Charbonnet transferred to UCLA before the 2021 college football season seeking a less competitive backfield situation. Charbonnet exploded onto the scene in his first game as a Bruin, rushing only six times for 106 yards, and three of those carries went for scores. In week two, Charbonett proved his week one performance was not a fluke by rushing 11 times for 111 yards and another score against the LSU Tigers. Charbonnet finished the 2021 season with seven games of 100 rush yards or more and 13 TD's on the ground. Charbonnet has legit three-down versatility; he is also a dangerous receiver out of the backfield. For a bigger back, Charbonnet plays with great footwork and possesses the ability to make a defender miss in space or run through arm tackles. 3). Jahmyr Gibbs Alabama, JR, 5-11, 200 Current Grade: Solid Starter Level (High Upside Potential) Ceiling Grade: High-End Starter (Instant Impact Potential) The Georgia Tech Transfer took his talents to Tuscaloosa via the transfer portal this offseason. Gibbs is a talented player with three-down versatility. At Georgia Tech, he proved he could be a threat as both a runner and a receiver out of the backfield. In 2021, Gibbs rushed 143 times for 743 yards and added 36 catches for an additional 460 yards as a receiver. Gibbs provides the Crimson Tide with a different type of back than they have trotted out in recent history. At 5-11 200lbs, Gibbs is not a player the Tide should depend on to bang out tough yards between the tackles. If Gibbs is deployed correctly, he is a versatile chess piece with big-play ability. He can make defenders miss with very little daylight and is explosive off the block. Once he enters the second level of the defense, good luck. If Gibbs is, in fact, the lead back for the Crimson Tide in 2022, he will be in the conversation to become a top-three back in the 2023 NFL draft. 4). Zach Evans Ole Miss, JR, 5-11, 215 Current Grade: Starter Level Traits (Developmental) Ceiling Grade: High-End Starter (Instant Impact Potential) Evans has been on my radar the last few years. The former five-star recruit from the 2020 class ranked as the 2nd best RB in his class, with Bijan Robinson ahead of him. Evans had a laundry list of SEC offers but chose TCU. Evans amassed 1046 rush yards in two years at TCU and averaged 7.3 yards per rush attempt. Where he was wildly underutilized was as a receiver. When given the opportunity, Evans has proven chops as a receiver. Evans transferred to Ole Miss during the offseason, and one of the areas I expect Lane Kiffen will unlock is his ability as a receiver in and out of the backfield. Evans is a natural at pressing the hole and using his vision to locate the open area and either explode through an opening or bounce it to the open space. Evans can run behind his pads, picking up the tough yards or in goal-to-go situations when needed. If Evans does grow as a receiver with more usage at Ole Miss in 2022, he has the skill set to be a top-three back in this class. 5). Blake Corum Michigan, JR, 5-8, 200 Current Grade: Starter Level Traits (Developmental) Ceiling Grade: High-End Starter (Instant Impact Potential) Blake Corum is a unique talent both as a runner and a receiver. As a runner, Corum proved he can be utilized both as an inside and outside runner. He can pick up tough yards after contact or make a defender miss in a phonebooth. For a player that is 5-8 200lbs, Corum possesses deceptive lower body strength. In addition to being a tough runner, he is an explosive home run hitter if given any space once entering the second and third level of a defense. Corum is also a dynamic receiver. He can lineup all over the formation and displayed a solid route tree for a running back in 2021. You name it, the angle route, the wheel, a flat route, a bubble, a screen; Corum's tool belt is not lacking. The three-down versatility is where Corum has the best opportunity to rise on 2023 NFL Draft Boards.