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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.

This week, the Football Scout 365 Podcast team discusses the best RB classes since 2012. The top year for the RB position using NFL Approximate Value (Weighted) is the 2017 RB Draft class. Using our free NFL Draft Database tool powered by Google and data from Pro Football Reference, the Football Scout 365 NFL Podcast crew debated and discussed the best NFL Draft RB classes since 2012. How We Determined The Top Draft Classes What is NFL Approximate Value (Weighted) or WAV? Created by PFR founder Doug Drinen, the Approximate Value (AV) method is an attempt to put a single number on the seasonal value of a player at any position from any year (since 1950). The value is calculated using 100% of the player's best season, 95% of his 2nd-best season, 90% of his 3rd-best season, 85% of his 4th-best season, and so on. The best RB class using the weighted approximate value measurement is the 2017 NFL Draft, followed by the 2015, 2013, and 2016 classes. The 2017 NFL Draft CLass Was Deep and Extremely Talented The 2017 NFL Draft RB class consisted of Christian McCaffrey and Leonard Fournette, both drafted in the top ten of the first round. After CMC and Lenny, you have Joe Mixon, and Dalvin Cook drafted in round two. Arguably the best value and the player with the highest ceiling in this class is Alvin Kamara, drafted in the third round by the New Orleans Saints. James Conner and Kareem Hunt are great values drafted in the third round. You then have Tarik Cohen, drafted in the 4th round, who is one of two backs in the class to earn All-Pro honors early on before falling off due to various injuries. Lastly, we have Aaron Jones, who the Packers drafted in the 5th round. 2017 NFL Draft Class Demographics The 2017 NFL draft RB class has produced 27 total RB's, two all pros, and 15 total pro bowls. The average number of years played is 2.8, but that number would surpass the 4+ year average of the other top classes in this research within the next few years as many of the players in this class remain active. The average draft age of the group is 22. 2017 RB Class Has a Lot Of Gas Left In The Tank The 2017 class has a lot of gas left in the tank. Christian McCaffrey will enter the 2022 NFL season at age 26, followed by Dalvin Cook, Alvin Kamara, and Joe Mixon, all three also playing 2022 at the age of 26. Packers RB Aaron Jones, Cardinals RB James Conner, and Bucs RB Leonard FOurnette will all be 27. All the players mentioned above are their team's primary backs heading into the 2022 NFL season, which will only further cement the 2017 RB class as the league's best of the last decade.

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The 2022 NFL Draft is behind us, and today, we examine the final 2022 NFL Draft grades. Introducing the Football Scout 365 NFL Draft composite grade. We combined five of the industry's top NFL Draft sites, including ESPN/Mel Kiper, PFF, the Ringer/Chad Kelly, CBS/Chad Prisco, and NFL.com, to develop a consensus final grade for this year's NFL Draft. Link To Shared Google Doc With All Grades What The Data Tells Us. The Top Two Consensus Graded Teams The consensus winners of the 2022 NFL Draft are the Baltimore Ravens, who received no worse than an A grade from all five sources, including 3 A+ grades. The New York Jets follow the Ravens. Their lowest grade (A-) came from PFF. Seven Teams Received an Overall A Grade We have seven teams who received an A or A- grade, Baltimore Ravens, New York Jets, Kansas City Chiefs, Philadelphia Eagles, Detroit Lions, Atlanta Falcons, and the Green Bay Packers. The New England Patriots Graded The Worst The lowest overall grade in the draft was the New England Patriots (C-). PFF awarded the Patriots a D grade, Mel Kiper and NFL.com awarded them their highest grade (C+). Chicago Bears Receive Mixed Reviews The Chicago Bears received various grades, NFL.com being the main outlier awarding the Bears with an A-, and Kiper graded them a C+. The Ringer awarded a C-, PFF a D, and CBS C-. Overall, the Bears graded 3rd from the Bottom with a C+. Baltimore Ravens Composite Final Grade: A ESPN/Mel Kiper: A PFF: A+ The Ringer: A+ CBS: A+ NFL.com: A R1 (14 — S Kyle Hamilton, Notre Dame R1 (25) — C Tyler Linderbaum, Iowa R2 (45) — EDGE David Ojabo, Michigan R3 (76) — DI Travis Jones, Connecticut R4 (110) — T Daniel Faalele, Minnesota R4 (119) — CB Jalyn Armour-Davis, Alabama R4 (128) — TE Charlie Kolar, Iowa State R4 (130) — P Jordan Stout, Penn State R4 (139) — TE Isaiah Likely, Coastal Carolina R4 (141) — CB Damarion Williams, Houston R6 (196) — Tyler Badie, Missouri New York Jets Composite Final Grade: A ESPN/Mel Kiper: A PFF: A+ The Ringer: A+ CBS: A NFL.com: A R1 (4) — CB Ahmad “Sauce” Gardner, Cincinnati R1 (10) — WR Garrett Wilson, Ohio State R1 (26) — EDGE Jermaine Johnson II, Florida State R2 (36) — RB Breece Hall, Iowa State R3 (101) — TE Jeremy Ruckert, Ohio State R4 (111) — T Max Mitchell, Louisiana R4 (117) — EDGE Michael Clemons, Texas A&M Kansas City Chiefs Composite Final Grade: A ESPN/Mel Kiper: B PFF: A- The Ringer: A+ CBS: A NFL.com: A R1 (21) — CB Trent McDuffie, Washington R1 (30) — EDGE George Karlaftis, Purdue R2 (54) — WR Skyy Moore, Western Michigan R2 (62) — S Bryan Cook, Cincinnati R3 (103) — LB Leo Chenal, Wisconsin R4 (135) — CB Joshua Williams, Fayetteville State R5 (145) — T Darian Kinnard, Kentucky R7 (243) — CB Jaylen Watson, Washington State R7 (251) — RB Isaiah Pacheco, Rutgers R7 (259) — S Nazeeh Johnson, Marshall Philadelphia Eagles Composite Final Grade: A ESPN/Mel Kiper: B+ PFF: A The Ringer: A+ CBS: B+ NFL.com: A R1 (13) — DI Jordan Davis, Georgia R2 (51) — C Cam Jurgens, Nebraska R3 (83) — LB Nakobe Dean, Georgia R6 (181) — Edge Kyron Johnson, Kansas R6 (198) — TE Grant Calcaterra, SMU Detroit Lions Composite Final Grade: A- ESPN/Mel Kiper: B+ PFF: A+ The Ringer: A CBS: B+ NFL.com: B+ R1 (2) — EDGE Aidan Hutchinson, Michigan R1 (12) — WR Jameson Williams, Alabama R2 (46) — EDGE Josh Pachal, Kentucky R3 (97) — S Kerby Joseph, Illinois R5 (177) — TE James Mitchell, Virginia Tech R6 (188) — LB Malcolm Rodriguez, Oklahoma State R6 (217) — EDGE James Houston IV, Jackson State R7 (237) — CB Chase Lucas, Arizona State Atlanta Falcons Composite Final Grade: A- ESPN/Mel Kiper: B+ PFF: A The Ringer: A CBS: B- NFL.com: B+ R1 (8) — WR Drake London, USC R2 (38) — EDGE Arnold Ebiketie, Penn State R2 (58) — LB Troy Anderson, Montana State R3 (74) — QB Desmond Ridder, Cincinnati R3 (82)— EDGE Deangelo Malone, Western Kentucky R5 (151) — RB Tyler Allgeier, BYU R6 (190)— G Justin Shaffer, Georgia R6 (213) — TE John FitzPatrick, Georgia Green Bay Packers Composite Final Grade: A- ESPN/Mel Kiper: B PFF: B+ The Ringer: B+ CBS: B+ NFL.com: A R1 (22) — LB Quay Walker, Georgia R1 (28) — DI Devonte Wyatt, Georgia R2 (34) — WR Christian Watson, North Dakota State R3 (92) — T Sean Rhyan, UCLA R4 (132) — WR Romeo Doubs, Nevada R4 (140) — T Zach Tom, Wake Forest R6 (179) — EDGE Kingsley Enagbare, South Carolina R7 (228) — S Tariq Carpenter, Georgia Tech R7 (234) — DI Jonathan Ford, Miami (FL.) R7 (249) — T Rasheed Walker, Penn State R7 (258) — WR Samori Toure, Nebraska Buffalo Bills Composite Final Grade: B+ ESPN/Mel Kiper: B PFF: B+ The Ringer: B+ CBS: B NFL.com: A R1 (23) — CB Kaiir Elam, Florida R2 (63) — RB James Cook, Georgia R3 (89) — LB Terrel Bernard, Baylor R5 (148) — WR Khalil Shakir, Boise State R6 (180) — P Matt Araiza, San Diego State R6 (185) — CB Christian Benford, Villanova R6 (209) — T Luke Tenuta, Virginia Tech R7 (231) — LB Baylon Spector, Clemson Houston Texans Composite Final Grade: B+ ESPN/Mel Kiper: B PFF: B+ The Ringer: A CBS: B+ NFL.com: B R1 (3) — CB Derek Stingley Jr., LSU R1 (15) — G Kenyon Green, Texas A&M R2 (37) — S Jalen Pitre, Baylor R2 (44) — WR John Metchie III, Alabama R3 (75) — LB Christian Harris, Alabama R4 (107) — RB Dameon Pierce, Florida R5 (150) — DI Thomas Booker, Stanford R5 (170) —TE Teagan Quitoriano, Oregon State R6 (205) — T Austin Deculus, LSU New York Giants Composite Final Grade: B+ ESPN/Mel Kiper: B PFF: B- The Ringer: A- CBS: B+ NFL.com: A- R1 (5) — EDGE Kayvon Thibodeaux, Oregon R1 (7) — OT Evan Neal, Alabama R2 (43) — WR Wan'Dale Robinson, Kentucky R3 (67) — G Joshua Ezeudu, North Carolina R3 (81) — CB Cordale Flott, LSU R4 (112) — TE Daniel Bellinger, San Diego State R4 (114) — S Dane Belton, Iowa R4 (146) — LB Micah McFadden, Indiana R5 (147) — DI D.J. Davidson, Arizona State R5 (173) — G Marcus McKethan, North Carolina R6 (182) — LB Darrian Beavers, Cincinnati Tampa Bay Buccaneers Composite Final Grade: B+ ESPN/Mel Kiper: B PFF: B The Ringer: B+ CBS: B NFL.com: A R2 (33) — DI Logan Hall, Houston R2 (57) — T Luke Goedeke, Central Michigan R3 (91) — RB Rachaad White, Arizona State R4 (106) — TE Cade Otton, Washington R4 (133) — K Jake Camarda, Georgia R5 (157) — CB Zyon McCollum, Sam Houston State R6 (218) — TE Ko Kieft, Minnesota R7 (248) — EDGE Andre Anthony, LSU Tennessee Titans Composite Final Grade: B+ ESPN/Mel Kiper: B PFF: B+ The Ringer: B+ CBS: B- NFL.com: A R1 (18) — WR Treylon Burks, Arkansas R2 (35) — CB Roger McCreary, Auburn R3 (69) — T Nicholas Petit-Frere, Ohio State R3 (86) — QB Malik Willis, Liberty R4 (131) — RB Hassan Haskins, Michigan R4 (143) — TE Chigoziem Okonkwo, Maryland R5 (163) — WR Kyle Philips, UCLA R6 (204) — CB Theo Jackson, Tennessee R6 (219) — LB Chance Campbell, Mississippi Cincinnati Bengals Composite Final Grade: B ESPN/Mel Kiper: B PFF: B+ The Ringer: B CBS: B NFL.com: A- R1 (31) — S Daxton Hill, Michigan R2 (60) — CB Cam Taylor-Britt, Nebraska R3 (95) — DL Zachary Carter, Florida R4 (136) — T Cordell Volson, North Dakota State R5 (166) — S Tycen Anderson, Toledo R7 (252) — EDGE Jeffrey Gunter, Coastal Carolina Denver Broncos Composite Final Grade: B ESPN/Mel Kiper: B- PFF: B+ The Ringer: B- CBS: B- NFL.com: A R2 (64) — EDGE Nik Bonitto, Oklahoma R3 (80) — TE Greg Dulcich, UCLA R4 (115) — CB Damarri Mathis, Pittsburgh R4 (116) — EDGE Eyioma Uwazurike, Iowa State R5 (152) — S Delarrin Turner-Yell, Oklahoma R5 (162) — WR Montrell Washington, Samford R5 (171) — C Luke Wattenberg, Washington R6 (206) — DI Matt Henningsen, Wisconsin R7 (232) — CB Faion Hicks, Wisconsin Pittsburgh Steelers Composite Final Grade: B ESPN/Mel Kiper: B PFF: B+ The Ringer: C+ CBS: B NFL.com: A R1 (20) — QB Kenny Pickett, Pittsburgh R2 (52) — WR George Pickens, Georgia R3 (84) — Edge DeMarvin Leal, Texas A&M R4 (138) — WR Calvin Austin III, Memphis R6 (208) — TE Connor Heyward, Michigan State R7 (225) — LB Mark Robinson, Mississippi R7 (241) — QB Chris Oladokun, South Dakota State Las Vegas Raiders Composite Final Grade: B- ESPN/Mel Kiper: B PFF: B+ The Ringer: C- CBS: B NFL.com: A- R3 (90) — G Dylan Parham, Memphis R4 (122) — RB Zamir White, Georgia R4 (126) — DI Neil Farrell Jr., LSU R5 (175) — DI Matthew Butler, Tennessee R7 (238) — G Thayer Munford, Ohio State R7 (250) — RB Brittain Brown, UCLA Los Angeles Chargers Composite Final Grade: B- ESPN/Mel Kiper: B- PFF: B The Ringer: B CBS: C NFL.com: A R1 (17) — G Zion Johnson, Boston College R3 (79) — S JT Woods, Baylor R4 (123) — RB Isaiah Spiller, Texas A&M R5 (160) — DI Otito Ogbonnia, UCLA R6 (195) — T Jamaree Salyer, Georgia R6 (214) — CB Ja'Sir Taylor, Wake Forest R7 (236) — CB Deane Leonard, Mississippi R7 (260) — FB Zander Horvath, Purdue Dallas Cowboys Composite Final Grade: B- ESPN/Mel Kiper: C+ PFF: B+ The Ringer: B- CBS: C NFL.com: C+ R1 (24) — T Tyler Smith, Tulsa R2 (56) — EDGE Sam Williams, Mississippi R3 (88) — WR Jalen Tolbert, South Alabama R4 (129) — TE Jake Ferguson, Wisconsin R5 (155) — T Matt Waletzko, North Dakota R5 (167) — CB DaRon Bland, Fresno State R5 (176) — LB Damone Clark, LSU R5 (178) — DI John Ridgeway, Arkansas R6 (193) — LB Devin Harper, Oklahoma State Seattle Seahawks Composite Final Grade: B- ESPN/Mel Kiper: B+ PFF: B- The Ringer: B+ CBS: C NFL.com: C+ R1 (9) — OT Charles Cross, Mississippi State R2 (40) — EDGE Boye Mafe, Minnesota R2 (41) — RB Kenneth Walker III, Michigan State R3 (72) — T Abraham Lucas, Washington State R4 (109) — CB Coby Bryant, Cincinnati R5 (153) — CB Tariq Woolen, UTSA R5 (158) — EDGE Tyreke Smith, Ohio State R7 (229) — WR Bo Melton, Rutgers R7 (233) — TE Dareke Young, Lenoir-Rhyne Carolina Panthers Composite Final Grade: B- ESPN/Mel Kiper: B PFF: A The Ringer: C CBS: C- NFL.com: A- R1 (6) — G Ikem Ekwonu, NC State R3 (94) — QB Matt Corral, Mississippi R4 (120) — LB Brandon Smith, Penn State R6 (189) — Edge Amare Barno, Virginia R6 (199) — T Cade Mays, Tennessee R7 (242) — CB Kalon Barnes, Baylor Minnesota Vikings Composite Final Grade: B- ESPN/Mel Kiper: B- PFF: B The Ringer: B- CBS: C NFL.com: A- R1 (32) — S Lewis Cine, Georgia R2 (42) — CB Andrew Booth Jr., Clemson R2 (59) — G Ed Ingram, LSU R3 (66) — LB Brian Asamoah, Oklahoma R4 (118) — CB Akayleb Evans, Missouri R5 (165) — EDGE Esezi Otomewo, Minnesota R5 (169) — RB Ty Chandler, North Carolina R6 (184) — T Vederian Lowe, Illinois R6 (191) — WR Jalen Nailor, Michigan State R7 (227) — TE Nick Muse, South Carolina Arizona Cardinals Composite Final Grade: B- ESPN/Mel Kiper: B PFF: B- The Ringer: B- CBS: C- NFL.com: A- R2 (55) — TE Trey McBride, Colorado State R3 (87) — EDGE Cameron Thomas, San Diego State R3 (100) — EDGE Myjai Sanders, Cincinnati R6 (201) — RB Keaontay Ingram, USC R6 (215) — G Lecitus Smith, Virginia Tech R7 (244) — CB Christian Matthew, Valdosta State R7 (256) — EDGE Jesse Luketa, Penn State R7 (257) — G Marquis Hayes, Oklahoma Los Angeles Rams Composite Final Grade: B- ESPN/Mel Kiper: B- PFF: C+ The Ringer: C CBS: B- NFL.com: A R3 (104) — T Logan Bruss, Wisconsin R4 (142) — CB Decobie Durant, South Carolina State R5 (164) — RB Kyren Williams, Notre Dame R6 (211) — S Quentin Lake, UCLA R6 (212) — CB Derion Kendrick, Georgia R6 (235) — EDGE Daniel Hardy, Montana State R7 (253) — S Russ Yeast, Kansas State R7 (261) — T AJ Arcuri, Michigan State Cleveland Browns Composite Final Grade: B- ESPN/Mel Kiper: B- PFF: C+ The Ringer: C CBS: B+ NFL.com: B R3 (68) — CB Martin Emerson, Mississippi State R3 (78) — EDGE Alex Wright, UAB R3 (99) — WR David Bell, Purdue R4 (108) — DI Perrion Winfrey, Oklahoma R4 (124) — K Cade York, LSU R5 (156) — RB Jerome Ford, Cincinnati R6 (202) — WR Michael Woods II, Oklahoma R7 (223) — EDGE Isaiah Thomas, Oklahoma R7 (246) — C Dawson Deaton, Texas Tech Jacksonville Jaguars Composite Final Grade: B- ESPN/Mel Kiper: B- PFF: C+ The Ringer: C+ CBS: B- NFL.com: B+ R1 (1) — EDGE Travon Walker, Georgia R1 (27) — LB Devin Lloyd, Utah R3 (65) — C Luke Fortner, Kentucky R3 (70) — LB Chad Muma, Wyoming R5 (154) — RB Snoop Conner, Mississippi R6 (197) — CB Gregory Junior, Ouachita Baptist R7 (222) — CB Montaric Brown, Arkansas Washington Commanders Composite Final Grade: B- ESPN/Mel Kiper: B- PFF: C+ The Ringer: C CBS: B+ NFL.com: B R1 (16) — WR Jahan Dotson, Penn State R2 (47) — DI Phidarian Mathis, Alabama R3 (98) — RB Brian Robinson Jr., Alabama R4 (113) — S Percy Butler, Louisiana R5 (144) — QB Sam Howell, North Carolina R5 (149) — TE Cole Turner, Nevada R7 (230) — T Chris Paul, Tulsa R7 (240) — CB Christian Holmes, Oklahoma State San Francisco 49ers Composite Final Grade: C+ ESPN/Mel Kiper: B- PFF: B The Ringer: B- CBS: C NFL.com: B- R2 (61) — EDGE Drake Jackson, USC R3 (93) — HB Tyrion Davis-Price, LSU R3 (105) — WR Danny Gray, SMU R4 (134) — T Spencer Burford, UTSA R5 (172) — CB Samuel Womack, Toledo R6 (187) — T Nick Zakelj, Fordham R6 (220) — DI Kalia Davis, UCF R6 (221) — CB Tariq Castro-Fields, Penn State R7 (262) — QB Brock Purdy, Iowa State Indianapolis Colts Composite Final Grade: C+ ESPN/Mel Kiper: B PFF: B+ The Ringer: C+ CBS: C- NFL.com: C R2 (53) — WR Alec Pierce, Cincinnati R3 (73) — TE Jelani Woods, Virginia R3 (77) — T Bernhard Raimann, Central Michigan R3 (96) — S Nick Cross, Maryland R5 (159) — DI Eric Johnson, Missouri State R6 (192) — TE Andrew Ogletree, Youngstown State R6 (216) — DI Curtis Brooks, Cincinnati R7 (239) — S Rodney Thomas II, Yale New Orleans Saints Composite Final Grade: C+ ESPN/Mel Kiper: B- PFF: C+ The Ringer: C- CBS: B NFL.com: C+ R1 (11) — WR Chris Olave, Ohio State R1 (19) — OT Trevor Penning, Northern Iowa R2 (49) — CB Alontae Taylor, Tennessee R5 (161) — LB D'Marco Jackson, Appalachian State R6 (194) — DI Jordan Jackson, Air Force Chicago Bears Composite Composite Final Grade: C+ ESPN/Mel Kiper: B- PFF: B- The Ringer: C- CBS: D NFL.com: A- R2 (39) — CB Kyler Gordon, Washington R2 (48) — S Jaquan Brisker, Penn State R3 (71) — WR Velus Jones Jr., Tennessee R5 (168) — T Braxton Jones, Southern Utah R5 (174) — EDGE Dominique Robinson, Miami (OH) R6 (186) — T Zachary Thomas, San Diego State R6 (203) — RB Trestan Ebner, Baylor R6 (207) — C Doug Kramer, Illinois R7 (226) — T Ja'Tyre Carter, Southern University R7 (254) — S Elijah Hicks, California R7 (255) — P Trenton Gill, North Carolina State Miami Dolphins Composite Composite Final Grade: C+ ESPN/Mel Kiper: B- PFF: B- The Ringer: D CBS: C NFL.com: B R3 (102) — LB Channing Tindall, Georgia R4 (125) — WR Erik Ezukanma, Texas Tech R7 (224) — EDGE Cameron Goode, Cal R7 (247) — QB Skylar Thompson, Kansas State New England Patriots Composite Final Grade: C- ESPN/Mel Kiper: C+ PFF: D The Ringer: C- CBS: C- NFL.com: C+ R1 (29) — G Cole Strange, Chattanooga R2 (50) — WR Tyquan Thornton, Baylor R3 (85) — CB Marcus Jones, Houston R4 (121) — CB Jack Jones, Arizona State R4 (127) — RB Pierre Strong Jr., South Dakota State R4 (137) — QB Bailey Zappe, Western Kentucky R6 (183) — RB Kevin Harris, South Carolina R6 (200) — Edge Sam Roberts, Northwest Missouri State R6 (210) — G Chasen Hines, LSU R7 (245) — T Andrew Stueber, Michigan

Day one of the 2021 NFL draft provided a lot of chaos, and if you are like me, the more chaos and confusion, the better. Teams were franticly making trades to procure a currently rostered NFL player or get themselves into a position to draft a critical need. Trade Chaos As Teams Scramble To Land A Big Time WR The chaos began with three consecutive trades at picks 11, 12, and 13. At the same time, the Ravens sent Marquise Brown packing to the Arizona Cardinals, followed by the Titans trading A.J. Brown to the Philadelphia Eagles! The WR position played a huge role in all of these round one trades where we had 6 WR's drafted in within the first 18 picks. Overall, there were nine total trades in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft. Jets won the night, picking three players ranked inside the top 20 Football Scout 365 Big Board. They started the night snagging Ahmad Sauce Gardner pick 4; they followed that up by getting the Explosive Garrett Wilson out of Ohio State. The Jets traded from 35 to 26 to get the 4th ranked Edge rusher on our board (12th overall), Jermaine Johnson, out of Florida State. They addressed the secondary, pass rush and then grabbed a dynamic playmaker for their 2nd year QB, Zach Wilson. If the Jets won the night, the Lions were a close 2nd. The Lions did not disappoint after having the top edge rusher on the Football Scout 365 Big Board fall into their lap (Aidan Hutchinson). They followed up by trading their 32nd and 34th overall picks to the Vikings to move up to pick 12 and snag the top WR on our board, Jameson Williams, out of Alabama. So what can we expect in round two? Below are the top ten best available heading into day two of the 2022 NFL Draft. Check out the Football Scout 365 NFL Draft Big Board 2nd Round Mock 33). Tampa Bay Buccaneers (from JAX) IDL Travis Jones Uconn The first pick of round two goes to the Bucs, and with Ndamukong Suh still unsigned, they may opt for DT. The best available is LB Nakobe Dean. The Bucs could also go after a CB, with Andrew Booth Jr still available. They Could also get one of the two available edge players with a high ceiling in Boye Mafe and Arnold Ebikete. They could also address IOL in this spot. 34). Minnesota Vikings (from DET) Edge Boye Mafe Minnesota The Vikings have needs at DB, edge, and LB. They can have their choice of CB Andrew Booth Jr., LB Nakobe Dean, edge rushers Boye Mafe, or Arnold Ebikete. Michigan Edge David Ojabo, a top ten player on our board until he tore his achilles at his pro day, is still available. 35). Tennessee Titans (from NYJ) Edge David Ojabo Michigan The Titans have needs on the IOL, and they can use an Edge. I would also consider Malik Willis in this spot. 36). New York Giants QB Malik Willis Liberty The Giants could go many different ways in this spot, and this feels like a perfect spot to take your potential QB of the future in Malik Willis. 37). Houston Texans LB Nakobe Dean Georgia The Texans are suddenly showing a legit pulse, and with Nakobe Dean landing in their lap, they can pair him with Derek Stingley as they continue to rebuild the defense. 38). New York Jets (from CAR) OT Bernard Raimann Central Michigan The Jets could go LB in this spot, but we decided to add the best available OT to provide Mechi Becton insurance. 39). Chicago Bears WR George Pickens, Georgia The Bears have very little draft capital, so taking one of the best WR's in terms of upside to pair with your year two QB is an intelligent move. 40). Seattle Seahawks (from DEN) QB Desmond Ridder Cincinnati Seattle grabs a new QB 41). Seattle Seahawks Edge Arnold Ebikete Penn State The Seahawks grab a developmental edge rusher. 42). Indianapolis Colts (from WAS) WR Christian Watson NDSU The Colts add a serious deep threat at WR to help out Matt Ryan and open up more opportunities for Michale Pittman in one-on-one situations. 43). Atlanta Falcons CB Andrew Booth Jr. Clemson After taking Drake London in round one, the Falcons get one of the top CB's in terms of upside in this draft. 44). Cleveland Browns IDL Perrion Winfrey The Browns secure one of the top IDL based on upside. He is a solid pass rusher from the inside, he needs to improve in the run game, but this is a reliable option for the Browns at a position of need. 45). Baltimore Ravens WR Skyy Moore Western Michigan The Ravens traded away Hollywood Brown, and they have an immediate need at WR; they go with the speedy Skyy Moore. Moore led FBS in forced missed tackles in 2021 and will in quite nicely with Rashod Bateman in the Ravens offense. 46). Detroit Lions (from MIN) S Jalen Pitre Baylor The Lions could go QB here. The Lions can continue to address their secondary by going with a safety. We have two available, Jalen Pitre and Jaquan Brisker. Pitre is the lesser ranked on our board and the better fit paired opposite Tracy Walker. 47). Washington Commanders (from IND) LB Troy Andersen Montana State The Commanders need help in the middle of their defense; they go with the converted QB turned LB who possesses 4.4 sideline to sideline speed with good LB size. 48). Chicago Bears (from LAC) S Jaquan Brisker Penn State The Bears go after one of the more versatile safeties in the class. Brisker can provide support at all three levels of your defense. 49). New Orleans Saints TE Greg Dulcich UCLA The Saints get one of the more athletic TE's after the catch in the class. The Saint's offense is looking pretty nasty to this point. 50). Kansas City Chiefs (from MIA) RB Kenneth Walker III Michigan State The Chiefs have solid options in this spot at WR, John Metchie is available, but it's challenging to ID his fit among the current Chiefs receivers. If the Chiefs believe in Mecole Hardman, they may be content with their current group, and in a league where defenses are utilizing more two-high shells, getting an elite RB might be the route to go. George Pickens, if available, makes a lot of sense. 51). Philadelphia Eagles CB Kyler Gordon Washington The Eagles go out and get one of the more raw DB's in the draft. Gordon has elite-level upside and versatility. He can play inside and outside. 52). Pittsburgh Steelers WR John Metchie Alabama If Metchie makes it this far, it's a no-brainer pairing him with Chase Claypool and Diontae Johnson. Metchie can play in the slot and is a polished route runner. 53). Green Bay Packers (from LV) WR David Bell Purdue The Packers lost out on Metchie, but Bell might be better for an offense that needs a true outside receiver. Bell is not just a physical WR; he is a polished route runner. His slower than expected 40 times at the combine is why he has fallen this far, but the Packers are known for drafting WR's lower and getting elite production. 54). New England Patriots Edge Nik Bonitto Oklahoma The Patriots could go IDL, but they get a versatile Edge/LB who is one of the more consistent pass rushers in the draft. 55). Arizona Cardinals LB Brian Asamoah Oklahoma After procuring Hollywood Brown in a draft-day trade, the Cardinals have several needs along the OL and could use an edge defender, LB, or a CB. 56). Dallas Cowboys Edge Drake Jackson USC The Cowboys could use A LB or an Edge. They get one with a mountain of upside. 57). Buffalo Bills RB Breece Hall Iowa State The Bills were in the market for an upgrade at RB during free agency; they were shopping for a versatile player at the position. They draft arguably the most versatile in the class. 58). Atlanta Falcons (from TEN) QB Matt Corral Ole Miss The Falcons go out and get a QB with solid upside. 59). Green Bay Packers OT Luke Goedeke Goedeke will likely slide into an IOL role early on. He is a solid run blocker with good upside. 60). Tampa Bay Buccaneers TE Trey Mcbride Colorado State The Bucs go get a Gronk replacement who can block and catch. McBride has TE1 upside and will provide immediate impact in this offense. 61). San Francisco 49ers Edge Josh Pachal Kentucky The 49ers go with an edge player who can flip inside and play a three tech if needed. 62). Kansas City Chiefs WR Jalen Tolbert South Alabama After taking Kenneth Walker, the Chiefs take their shot at a WR. Tolbert is a speedy long deep threat with a wide catch radius. He is older (23), but pairing him with Mahomes in this spot makes sense. 63). Cincinnati Bengals LB Chad Muma Wyoming Muma is a versatile LB who can play anywhere off of the football. He has legit NFL size; he can pass rush and drop into coverage. He will need some time to develop but has a ton of high-end upside. 64). Denver Broncos (from LAR) OT Abraham Lucas Washington State Late riser who needs time to develop his pass pro.

The mock draft 2.1 is here. Today is the day. Today's mock draft will have zero trades, though I highlight spots teams might want to trade out of. It is a first-round only mock draft, and I focus on team needs and players that I would draft in each spot based on team situation or scheme. Compared to the mock draft 2.0 from a day ago, this edition is more of a "gut feeling" edition. I will draft based on tea leaves, while also considering the team's needs. Check out the Football Scout 365 NFL Draft Big Board 1). Jacksonville Jaguars (Edge Travon Walker, Georgia The current conversation about who the Jags should select number one overall is a hot topic. Travon Walker checks all the boxes with his measurables and possesses a similar athletic profile to Miles Garrett. Walker has the ceiling to go number one overall and is 4th overall on our big board, but Aidan Hutchinson (number one on our board) also checks a lot of boxes and provides the high floor and instant impact potential. Hutchinson is also an athletic marvel with production to match. The Jags ultimately go with the walker upside here, but we believe Hutchinson might be a player that provides a more immediate impact. 2). Detroit Lions (Edge Aidan Hutchinson, Michigan) There is real trade appeal in this spot for the Detroit Lions, who can go many different ways. CJ from the Football Scout 365 NFL Podcast made an excellent argument for Malik Willis in this spot a week ago. I believe there are enough teams high enough on Willis to make a move here. But if the Lions keep the pick, don't be surprised if the New York Giants make a move for that two spot to secure the big-armed Malik Willis. The new Giants headman (Brian Daboll) might want a fresh start at QB and a rookie deal. But today, the Lions secure the more logical pick and go with the hometown prospect. 3). Houston Texans (CB Derek Stingley, LSU) Two of the top three teams in the draft have a need at QB, but the Texans appear to be moving forward with 2nd year QB Davis Mills. The Texans have their eyes on the 2023 QB class, which is fair, but you might kick the tires if you can go QB in this spot. You can go several ways by skipping QB here, DB's Ahmad Gardner and Derek Stingley, OT Ikem Ikwonu, or Evan Neal. I believe this is an area you can go with Edge again, and you have Kayvon Thibodeaux still available in this spot. 4). New York Jets (CB Ahmad Gardner UC) The logical pick for any of these teams is to protect their best assets, and with Zach Wilson entering year two and questions surrounding Mechi Becton's health, the Jets can use this pick as insurance to secure the OL. But with two top ten picks, the Jets can afford to draft an impact defender and wait to draft an OT. 5). New York Giants (Edge Kayvon Thibodeaux, Oregon) In the mock 2.0, we took Malik Willis, today's mock has an elite edge rusher falling into their laps. 6). Carolina Panthers (OT Ikey Ekwonu, NC State) Yesterday, I discussed that the Panthers would go QB in this spot. Today, I want to go best available OT. Let's pretend that Ben McAdoo really meant what he said about Darnold being "the guy". 7). New York Giants (OT Evan Neal, Alabama) In the mock 2.0, we took Malik Willis, they grabbed an elite edge rusher at pick 5, now let's add protection to help out Daniel Jones. 8). Atlanta Falcons (QB Malik Willis, Liberty) A month or so ago, I mentioned that it was clear the Falcons are tanking for Bryce because he is so nice, or C.J. Stroud because he makes the crowd loud. Here we are at pick 8, and I am considering a QB. A few months back, I would have never considered three QB's in the top ten. But the data and the mindset have changed. The reality is you cannot bank on waiting a year for two college QB's who are not can't miss. We are not talking about Trevor Lawrence's level of talent at QB in 2023 (yet), and that's why you cannot waste time making a move. The Falcons are a prime trade-back candidate, but if not, go with the best available QB. 9). Seattle Seahawks (OT Charles Cross, Mississippi State) Here we are again, another team with a need at QB, and they might fall short of snagging one of the top two in this class. The Seahawks are primed to trade back. Seattle has a choice, go with Kenny Pickett, take a shot on Desmond Ridder, or simply fill another need. 10). New York Jets (OT Trevor Penning, Northern Iowa) The Jets have a lot of needs; they can go CB in this spot, and they could also choose to go with another OT. But it's time to break the seal on the WR's and go with our top guy out of Alabama. You have a premiere tackle and an elite offensive weapon to pair with your second-year QB. 11). Washington Commanders (CB Trent McDuffie, Washington) The Commanders have six picks in the draft, so they have to make them count. Trading back for more capital might be a great route to go. But assuming they remain at pick 11, they start by filling a position of need, if one of the top OT's is available it's a no-brainer, they could go with the best available CB, and obviously, everyone thinks they go WR here. 12). Minnesota Vikings (Edge Jermaine Johnson, FSU) Another trade candidate, but assuming they remain in this position, they can work on solidifying their secondary, or they can go with the best available edge assuming one of the higher tier guys falls. 13). Houston Texans (S Kyle Hamilton, Notre Dame) In mock 2.0 they drafted edge at three overall; in mock 2.1, today, they drafted a CB at pick three. Kyle Hamilton is still on the board. Go get him. 14). Baltimore Ravens (IOL Zion Johnson, Boston College) The Ravens are negotiating with Lamar Jackson to extend or sign a new deal, and how they draft can have an adverse effect on how these negotiations transpire. We believe that even if Ronnie Stanley returns at full health, they still need to solidify their OL. 15). Philadelphia Eagles (WR Garrett Wilson, Ohio State) With Chris Olave available, the Eagles decided to go with his former Ohio State teammate. Olave is similar stylistically to Devonta Smith, and even though most coaches can make that work, it feels like Garrett Wilson falls into the "better fit" category. You now provide Jalen Hurts with a much-needed field-stretching weapon to go with Smith. 16). New Orleans Saints (WR Jameson Williams, Alabama) The Saints have many options without a QB on the board that you'd consider in this spot. You can go WR in this spot, OT, or the best available defender. With a need at WR, the Saints can afford to wait, but the availability of top-tier talent to pair with Jameis Winston might be too hard to pass up. 17). Los Angeles Chargers (WR Chris Olave, Ohio State) The Chargers can make a flashy pick to add a WR, or they can go with a potential 10-year player on the interior of their OL. Protecting Justin Herbert has to be a priority, but I can see the Chargers feeling the need to add a WR in an already loaded division full of big-time playmakers. 18). Philadelphia Eagles (LB Nakobe Dean, Georgia) Pick two in round one for the Eagles. In the 2.0 mock, we had Kyle Hamilton available. Today, we have the versatile Georgia LB. 19). New Orleans Saints (IDL Jordan Davis, Georgia) The Saints made some low-cost additions in Kentavius Street and Jaleel Johnson. Still, neither moves the needle, and David Onyemata is in a contract year. Adding a dominant force like Jordan Davis into the middle of your defense is a no-brainer. 20). Pittsburgh Steelers (QB Kenny Pickett, Pitt) The Steelers have Mitchell Trubisky at QB, a solid WR group just waiting to be unlocked, and one of the top young RB's in football. The Steelers will take a QB assuming Willis, Pickett, or Ridder are in this spot, but would they reach for Sam Howell or Matt Corral? They will need to trade into the top ten based on our current mock to get what they want at QB. So let's assume, for the sake of argument, they are unable to procure a trade-up move, they can wait until round two, or they can reach here. With a pick at 52, they can try to wait out Nevada's Carson Strong or trade back in round one to trade up in round two. I say all of this, but they might reach at pick 20. 21). New England Patriots (LB Devin Lloyd, Utah) The Patriots have solidified their WR group in recent years with names like Nelson Agholor and DeVante Parker (sarcasm). While both players are solid, neither will be WR1 material; maybe Parker can get there, but their need at WR is evident, and I will not allow myself to overthink this pick. The Patriots make a splash by going with USC WR Drake London, a player many believe can be the first off the board. 22). Green Bay Packers (WR Drake London, USC) Yesterday, we had George Pickens in this spot after Drake London went to the Pats. 23). Arizona Cardinals (IOL Kenyon Green, Texas A&M) After losing Chandler Jones to free agency, the Cardinals need to add a pass rusher. The Cardinals could go after some IOL help in this spot. 24). Dallas Cowboys (Edge George Karlaftis, Purdue) The Cowboys can go many ways; one popular route is to draft another LB and then move Parsons to the edge or to draft an edge player and move Parson's around as needed. I believe that regardless of who you draft, Parson's still moves around to confuse offenses. So what route makes sense? They could draft a WR, or maybe consider IOL? The logical pick is edge defender. Get a guy that frees up Parson's. 25). Buffalo Bills (CB Andrew Booth Jr. Clemson) The Bills have a need at CB with questions surrounding the health of Tre’Davious White. If White is healthy, I'd consider drafting a RB. The Bills looked into CMC and almost brought in J.D. McKissic until it fell through. They have an apparent interest in versatile RB's. That leads me to believe they might be interested in one of the top RB's in this class. I have mocked Kenneth Walker in this spot, and it would make sense to go with the more proven receiver at RB Iowa State's Breece Hall. But it's the need at CB that is glaring and will ruin the fun for me in this spot; let's hope the Bills can turn around at pick 57 and land RB Rachaad White from Arizona State. 26). Tennessee Titans (WR Jahan Dotson, Penn State) The Titans have needs throughout, but one glaring need is on the interior of their OL after the departure of David Quessenberry. But with the two top IOL's off the board, the Titans can add a versatile WR. 27). Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Edge Boye Mafe) With the Bucs (potentially) moving on from Jason Pierre-Paul, the need to fill the void is quite significant. They could also use CB depth. I really like Devin Lloyd due to his versatility; he rushes the passer, and you can move him to the edge when needed. He does not possess the NFL Combine speed of a Micah Parson's, but he has more size than a Nakobe Dean and is a downhill player who can help vs. the run. If Lloyd is not available, they could go with Boye Mafe. 28). Green Bay Packers (S/NB Dax Hill, Michigan) After snagging WR Drake London, the Packers can fill a need or go the best available. I'm filling a need with one of the best available by taking versatile Safety/Nickel Dax Hill out of Michigan. Hill played more Nickel than deep safety in 2021, and that's why he is so appealing. He has good length with elite 4.3 speed and can become a very good nickel at the NFL level. 29). Kansas City Chiefs (WR George Pickens, Georgia) I like George Pickens here, but he has moved up on my board, and I would like to pretend that he is higher on actual NFL GM draft boards. With that said, I am concerned about the edge position, and the Chiefs need to add secondary depth. 30). Kansas City Chiefs (CB Kaiir Elam, Florida) I like George Pickens here, but he has moved up on my board, and I would like to pretend that he is higher on actual NFL GM draft boards. With that said, I am concerned about the edge position, and the Chiefs need to add secondary depth. 31). Cincinnati Bengals (Edge David Ojabo, Michigan) The Bengals are not making a top-ten pick, and that feels different. If you are a Bengals fan, you might not even be awake for the first time in a long time when the pick is announced. With that said, the Bengals need IOL help and CB help, but they may be able to wait and get a steal right here with Edge David Ojabo. 32). Detroit Lions (IDL Devonte Wyatt, Georgia) After snagging a top edge at pick two, the Lions have their eyes on another defender to bolster their defense. With needs at CB, IDL, LB, and WR, the Lions have a lot of early-round draft capital to work with.

The mock draft 2.0 is here. We are one day away from the start of the 2022 NFL Draft. Today's mock draft will have zero trades, though I highlight spots teams might want to trade out of. It is a first-round only mock draft, and I focus on team needs and players that I would draft in each spot based on team situation or scheme. Compared to the mock draft 1.0 from February, this edition has 4 QB's going in round one, with three in the top ten. I have three edge rushers going in the first three picks; mix and match as you wish. I have five total edge rushers going in round one. The first WR off the board is at pick ten overall to the Jets. I have six total WR's going in the first round. Check out the Football Scout 365 NFL Draft Big Board 1). Jacksonville Jaguars (Edge Aidan Hutchinson, Michigan The current conversation about who the Jags should select number one overall is a hot topic. Travon Walker checks all the boxes with his measurables and possesses a similar athletic profile to Miles Garrett. Walker has the ceiling to go number one overall and is 4th overall on our big board, but Aidan Hutchinson (number one on our board) also checks a lot of boxes and provides the high floor and instant impact potential. Hutchinson is also an athletic marvel with production to match. 2). Detroit Lions (Edge Travon Walker, Georgia) There is real trade appeal in this spot for the Detroit Lions, who can go many different ways. CJ from the Football Scout 365 NFL Podcast made an excellent argument for Malik Willis in this spot a week ago. I believe there are enough teams high enough on Willis to make a move here. But if the Lions keep the pick, don't be surprised if the New York Giants make a move for that two spot to secure the big-armed Malik Willis. The new Giants headman (Brian Daboll) might want a fresh start at QB and a rookie deal. But today, the Lions secure the more logical of players and go with Edge Travon Walker. 3). Houston Texans (Edge Kayvon Thibodeaux, Oregon) Two of the top three teams in the draft have a need at QB, but the Texans appear to be moving forward with 2nd year QB Davis Mills. The Texans have their eyes on the 2023 QB class, which is fair, but you might kick the tires if you can go QB in this spot. You can go several ways by skipping QB here, DB's Ahmad Gardner and Derek Stingley, OT Ikem Ikwonu, or Evan Neal. I believe this is an area you can go with Edge again, and you have Kayvon Thibodeaux still available in this spot. 4). New York Jets (OT Ikem Ekwonu, NC State) The logical pick for any of these teams is to protect their best assets, and with Zach Wilson entering year two and questions surrounding Mechi Becton's health, the Jets can use this pick as insurance to secure the OL. 5). New York Giants (QB Malik Willis, Liberty) The Giants will break the internet, but as I alluded to earlier, the Giants have a new head coach and have yet to secure Daniel Jones's 5th-year option. The Giants have an opportunity to draft their QB of the future. The strong-armed athletic Malik Willis makes a lot of sense in this spot, and if the Giants do not trade back, why not give your first-year head coach Brian Daboll a QB with similar traits to his former QB in Buffalo (Josh Allen). Malik Would enter the league with an opportunity to play in a QB-friendly scheme, and if they move on from Daniel Jones, he can be mentored by Tyrod Taylor as he gets acclimated to the speed of the NFL. 6). Carolina Panthers (QB Kenny Pickett, Pittsburgh) The Giants break the internet with pick five, followed by the Panthers saying we are not confident in Sam Darnold. Since February, the logical pick for me has been QB in this spot if you can get Malik Willis or Kenny Pickett. If neither is available, I would consider Desmond Ridder. I believe teams take their shot on QB's earlier than expected due to positional need and the idea that if they don't take their shot now, teams like the Saints and the Steelers are looking to make their move. 7). New York Giants (OT Evan Neal, Alabama) The Giants just secured their QB of the future; now it's time to ensure he can stay upright. With OT Evan Neal dropping this far due to some late medical information, the Giants get a massive steal and a potential ten-year player that can play both tackle positions. 8). Atlanta Falcons (QB Desmond Ridder, Cincinnati) A month or so ago, I mentioned that it was clear the Falcons are tanking for Bryce because he is so nice, or C.J. Stroud because he makes the crowd loud. Here we are at pick 8, and I am considering a QB. A few months back, I would have never considered three QB's in the top ten. But the data and the mindset have changed. The reality is you cannot bank on waiting a year for two college QB's who are not can't miss. We are not talking about Trevor Lawrence's level of talent at QB in 2023 (yet), and that's why you cannot waste time making a move. The Falcons are a prime trade-back candidate, but if not, go with the guy (Desmond Ridder) who profiles similar to Ryan Tannehill. 9). Seattle Seahawks (CB Ahmad (Sauce) Gardner, Cincinnati) Here we are again, another team with a need at QB, and they fell short of snagging one of the top three in this class. The Seahawks are primed to trade back, but in this mock, we are going to go with one of the best available at a position of need and a position that has a lower bust rate. 10). New York Jets (WR Jameson Williams, Alabama) The Jets have a lot of needs; they can go CB in this spot, and they could also choose to go with another OT. But it's time to break the seal on the WR's and go with our top guy out of Alabama. You have a premiere tackle and an elite offensive weapon to pair with your second-year QB. 11). Washington Commanders (CB Derek Stingley Jr. LSU) The Commanders have only six picks in the draft, so they have to make them count. Trading back for more capital might be a great route to go. But assuming they remain at pick 11, they start by filling a position of need at CB with our top-rated CB due to his high ceiling, Derek Stingley Jr. 12). Minnesota Vikings (CB Trent McDuffie, Washington) Another trade candidate, but assuming they remain in this position, they can work on solidifying their secondary. McDuffie is the third-best option at CB and can play a versatile role in the NFL, flipping inside and outside at CB. 13). Houston Texans (OT Charles Cross, Mississippi State) They drafted edge at three overall; now, they can help their second-year QB stay upright by snagging one of the top OT prospects. If Davis Mills does not work out, you still have a centerpiece at OT heading into the 2023 NFL Draft. 14). Baltimore Ravens (OT Trevor Penning, Northern Iowa) The Ravens are negotiating with Lamar Jackson to extend or sign a new deal, and how they draft can have an adverse effect on how these negotiations transpire. We believe that even if Ronnie Stanley returns at full health, they still need to solidify their OL. 15). Philadelphia Eagles (WR Garrett Wilson, Ohio State) With Chris Olave available, the Eagles decided to go with his former Ohio State teammate. Olave is similar stylistically to Devonta Smith, and even though most coaches can make that work, it feels like Garrett Wilson falls into the "better fit" category. You now provide Jalen Hurts with a much-needed field-stretching weapon to go with Smith. 16). New Orleans Saints (WR Chris Olave, Ohio State) The Saints have many options without a QB on the board that you'd consider in this spot. You can go WR in this spot, OT, or the best available defender. With a need at WR, the Saints can afford to wait, but the availability of top-tier talent to pair with Jameis Winston might be too hard to pass up. The Saints decide to go with the consensus pick and route running savant Chris Olave. 17). Los Angeles Chargers (IOL Zion Johnson, Boston College) The Chargers can make a flashy pick to add a WR, or they can go with a potential 10-year player on the interior of their OL. Protecting Justin Herbert has to be a priority, but I can see the Chargers feeling the need to add a WR in an already loaded division full of big-time playmakers. 18). Philadelphia Eagles (S Kyle Hamilton, Notre Dame Pick two in round one for the Eagles, and they have an opportunity to fill a massive need in their secondary with a player who can play three different roles on your defense. I don't believe Hamilton falls this far, he is too good, and his ceiling is arguably the highest of any player in this draft. If he is available, this is an easy decision. 19). New Orleans Saints (IDL Jordan Davis, Georgia) The Saints made some low-cost additions in Kentavius Street and Jaleel Johnson. Still, neither moves the needle, and David Onyemata is in a contract year. Adding a dominant force like Jordan Davis into the middle of your defense is a no-brainer. 20). Pittsburgh Steelers (QB Sam Howell, UNC) The Steelers have Mitchell Trubisky at QB, a solid WR group just waiting to be unlocked, and one of the top young RB's in football. The Steelers will take a QB assuming Willis, Pickett, or Ridder are in this spot, but would they reach for Sam Howell or Matt Corral? They will need to trade into the top ten based on our current mock to get what they want at QB. So let's assume, for the sake of argument, they are unable to procure a trade-up move, they can wait until round two, or they can reach here. With a pick at 52, they can try to wait out Nevada's Carson Strong or trade back in round one to trade up in round two. I say all of this, but they might reach at pick 20. 21). New England Patriots (WR Drake London, USC) The Patriots have solidified their WR group in recent years with names like Nelson Agholor and DeVante Parker (sarcasm). While both players are solid, neither will be WR1 material; maybe Parker can get there, but their need at WR is evident, and I will not allow myself to overthink this pick. The Patriots make a splash by going with USC WR Drake London, a player many believe can be the first off the board. 22). Green Bay Packers (WR George Pickens, Georgia) With the Patriots intercepting Drake London, the Packers have an opportunity to snag the athletically gifted George Pickens from Georgia. If Pickens can remain healthy, he can be an instant impact player in year one with Aaron Rodgers. 23). Arizona Cardinals (Edge Jermaine Johnson, FSU) After losing Chandler Jones to free agency, the Cardinals need to add a pass rusher in this spot. If Jermaine Johnson makes it this far, it feels like a perfect fit. The Cardinals could go after some IOL help in this spot, but they can likely get a guy in the later rounds to help fill that need. 24). Dallas Cowboys (Edge George Karlaftis, Purdue) The Cowboys can go many ways; one popular route is to draft another LB and then move Parsons to the edge or to draft an edge player and move Parson's around as needed. I believe that regardless of who you draft, Parson's still moves around to confuse offenses. So what route makes sense? They could draft a WR, or maybe consider IOL? The logical pick is edge defender. Get a guy that frees up Parson's. 25). Buffalo Bills (CB Andrew Booth Jr. Clemson) The Bills have a need at CB with questions surrounding the health of Tre’Davious White. If White is healthy, I'd consider drafting a RB. The Bills looked into CMC and almost brought in J.D. McKissic until it fell through. They have an apparent interest in versatile RB's. That leads me to believe they might be interested in one of the top RB's in this class. I have mocked Kenneth Walker in this spot, and it would make sense to go with the more proven receiver at RB Iowa State's Breece Hall. But it's the need at CB that is glaring and will ruin the fun for me in this spot; let's hope the Bills can turn around at pick 57 and land RB Rachaad White from Arizona State. 26). Tennessee Titans (IOL Kenyon Green, Texas A&M) The Titans have needs throughout, but one glaring need is on the interior of their OL after the departure of David Quessenberry. What better option than Texas A&M IOL Kenyon Green. Green can play both IOL and flip outside to play tackle. He is a great run blocker that can provide an immediate impact as a rookie on the interior. 27). Tampa Bay Buccaneers (LB Devin Lloyd, Utah) With the Bucs (potentially) moving on from Jason Pierre-Paul, the need to fill the void is quite significant. They could also use CB depth. I really like Devin Lloyd due to his versatility; he rushes the passer, and you can move him to the edge when needed. He does not possess the NFL Combine speed of a Micah Parson's, but he has more size than a Nakobe Dean and is a downhill player who can help vs. the run. 28). Green Bay Packers (S/NB Dax Hill, Michigan) After snagging the explosive WR George Pickens, the Packers can fill a need or go the best available. I'm filling a need with one of the best available by taking versatile Safety/Nickel Dax Hill out of Michigan. Hill played more Nickel than deep safety in 2021, and that's why he is so appealing. He has good length with elite 4.3 speed and can become a very good nickel at the NFL level. 29). Kansas City Chiefs (WR Jahan Dotson, Penn State) The first of back-to-back draft picks, the Chiefs need a WR. The issue in this draft position is that you are left with more slot or z off ball style WR's unless you believe you can develop Treylon Burks into a more physical outside player. I like George Pickens here, but he has moved up on my board, and I would like to pretend that he is higher on actual NFL GM draft boards. With that said, I am concerned about the edge position, and the Chiefs need to add secondary depth. If I cannot get an edge, I like here, or if I choose to wait, I might take IDL Devonte Wyatt out of Georgia. 30). Kansas City Chiefs (Edge Boye Mafe, Minnesota) The first of back-to-back draft picks, the Chiefs need a WR. The issue in this draft position is that you are left with more slot or z off-ball style WR's unless you believe you can develop Treylon Burks into a more physical outside player. I like George Pickens here, but he has moved up on my board, and I would like to pretend that he is higher on actual NFL GM draft boards. With that said, I am concerned about the edge position, and the Chiefs need to add secondary depth. If I cannot get an edge, I like here, or if I choose to wait, I might take IDL Devonte Wyatt out of Georgia. 31). Cincinnati Bengals (CB Kaiir Elam, Florida) The Bengals are not making a top-ten pick, and that feels different. If you are a Bengals fan, you might not even be awake for the first time in a long time when the pick is announced. With that said, the Bengals need IOL help and CB help. 32). Detroit Lions (LB Nakobe Dean, Georgia ) After snagging a top edge at pick two, the Lions have their eyes on another defender to bolster their defense. With needs at CB, IDL, LB, and WR, the Lions have a lot of early-round draft capital to work with, and with that said, I believe they can fill a massive need in the middle of their defense by snagging Georgia LB Nakobe Dean.