I thought it would be interesting to post Dane Brugler’s scouting report for every Jet available dating back to 2019. I’ll list his top 100 ranking and where they were drafted first, then individual scouting reports post by post. He usually has pretty interesting details for prospects, and I like looking back to remember what people thought about the players at the time. 2019 -Quinnen Williams, IDL, Alabama. Rank: #2 —Drafted #3 -Jachai Polite, ED, Florida. Rank: #38 —Drafted #68 -Chuma Edoga, OT, USC. Rank: >100 —Drafted #92 -Trevon Wesco, TE, West Virginia: Rank >100 —Drafted #121 -Blake Cashman, LB, Minnesota. Rank: #94 —Drafted #157 -Bless Austin, CB, Rutgers. Rank: >100 —Drafted #195 2020 -Mekhi Becton, OT, Louisville. Rank: #11 —Drafted #11 -Denzel Mims, WR, Baylor. Rank: #35 —Drafted #59 -Ashtyn Davis, S, Cal. Rank: #57 —Drafted #68 -Jabari Zuniga, ED, Florida. Rank: #94 —Drafted #79 -La’Mical Perine, RB, Florida. Rank: >100 —Drafted #120 -James Morgan, QB, Florida International. Rank: >100 —Drafted #125 -Cameron Clark, G, Charlotte. Rank: >100 —Drafted #129 -Bryce Hall, CB, Virginia. Rank: #88 —Drafted #158 -Braden Mann, P, Texas A&M. Rank: >100 —Drafted #191 2021 -Zach Wilson, QB, BYU. Rank: #3 —Drafted #2 -Alijah Vera-Tucker, G, USC. Rank: #13 —Drafted #14 -Elijah Moore, WR, Ole Miss. Rank: #35 —Drafted #34 -Michael Carter, RB, North Carolina. Rank: >100 —Drafted #107 -Jamien Sherwood, LB, Auburn. Rank: >100 —Drafted #146 -Michael Carter II, CB, Duke. Rank: >100 —Drafted #154 -Jason Pinnock, CB, Pitt. Rank: >100 —Drafted #175 -Hamsah Nasirildeen, LB, Florida State. Rank: #93 —Drafted #186 -Brandin Echols, CB, Auburn. Rank: >100 —Drafted #200 -Jonathan Marshall, IDL, Arkansas. Rank: >100 —Drafted #207 2022 -Sauce Gardner, CB, Cincinnati. Rank: #5 —Drafted #4 -Garrett Wilson, WR, Ohio State. Rank: #10 —Drafted #10 -Jermaine Johnson II, ED, Florida State. Rank: #11 —Drafted #26 -Breece Hall, RB, Iowa State. Rank: #41 —Drafted #36 -Jeremy Ruckert, TE, Ohio State. Rank: #85 —Drafted #101 -Max Mitchell, OT, Louisiana-Lafayette. Rank: >100 —Drafted #111 -Michael Clemons, ED, Texas A&M. Rank: >100 —Drafted #117
1. QUINNEN WILLIAMS | Alabama 6030 | 303 lbs. | rSO. Birmingham, Ala. (Wenonah) 12/21/1997 (age 21.36) BACKGROUND: A four-star defensive tackle recruit out of high school, Quinnen Williams played on both sides of the ball at Wenonah and participated in track and field, setting the school shot put record (45’3.5”). As a senior, he posted 85 tackles, 15.0 sacks and five forced fumbles, earning All-State honors. Williams was rated as the No. 17 defensive tackle in the 2016 recruiting class and the No. 4 player in the state. Growing up an Auburn fan, he initially committed to the Tigers during his junior season, calling it a “dream offer.” However, he flipped to Alabama six months later before the start of his senior year after attending a recruiting camp at Alabama. Williams’ mother (Marquischa) passed away from cancer (August 2010). His older brother (Quincy) played linebacker at Murray State. Williams elected to forego his final two seasons of eligibility and enter the 2019 NFL Draft. Unanimous First Team All-American; First Team All-SEC; Outland Trophy (nation’s top interior lineman) 1 0 STRENGTHS: Explosive get-off to immediately reset the line of scrimmage...controlled, cat-like quickness to win off the snap, redirect or close in short-areas...lateral agility and clean weight transfer as a pass rusher...uses a variety of swipes, rips and club moves to break the rhythm of blockers...naturally powerful and creates surge with his upper body...produces knockback and steers blockers where he wants...uniquely skilled at keeping blockers off him, using hand tactics and length...holds the point-of-attack and doesn’t get moved...understands gap leverage and how to exploit it...comfortable two-gapping and handling double-teams...above-average ball awareness...sees through blocks and reacts to the ball, not the blocking scheme...accountable and “exemplifies all the things I talk about” on and off the field, according to Alabama head coach Nick Saban...works his tail off and owns a genuine love for the game...All-American 2018 season. [135] WEAKNESSES: Doughy body type and would benefit from added bulk...only average arm length...occasionally finds himself out of control mid-rush, leading to missed tackles...only one season of production at the college level. SUMMARY: A one-year starter at Alabama, Williams was a defensive end in 2017, but with DaRon Payne leaving for the NFL, he identified nose guard as his best chance to get on the field, adding 25 pounds and emerging as a dominant player in 2018. He finished the season top-10 in the FBS and second in the SEC with 19.5 tackles for loss and didn’t have an “off” game. With his snap quickness and handwork, Williams has a natural feel for defeating blocks and his teammate Jonah Williams hit the nail on the head when he described facing Williams as trying to block a “300-pound bar of soap.” He is a power-packed player from head-to-toe, competing with the violence, hustle and awareness to be an elite run defender. Overall, Williams was not only blessed with a complete skill-set (explosive, strong and intelligent), but he also has the rare ability to use all his gifts in unison, projecting as an immediate NFL starter with All-Pro potential. GRADE: 1st Round (#2 overall) IDL1
7. JACHAI POLITE | Florida 6025 | 258 lbs. | JR. Daytona Beach, Fla. (Mainland) 3/30/1998 (age 21.08) #99 BACKGROUND: A three-star defensive end recruit out of high school, Jachai (juh-KYE) Polite played both basketball (his first love) and football at Mainland. He played on both offense (tight end) and defense (pass rusher), but also saw snaps at quarterback, wide receiver, cornerback, linebacker, safety and punter throughout his prep career. Over his final two seasons in high school, Polite combined for 132 tackles, 49 tackles for loss and 23 sacks, earning All-State honors. He was the No. 33 defensive end in the 2016 recruiting class and committed to Florida over Auburn, Miami and USC. Polite was used as a three-technique defensive tackle before losing weight and moving to pass rusher his final two seasons. His Twitter handle (@RetireMoms) sums up his motivation. Polite elected to skip his senior season and enter the 2019 NFL Draft. YEAR (GP/GS) TKLS NOTES Missed final four games with a shoulder injury Second Team All-American; First Team All-SEC; Led FBS in forced fumbles WT ARM HAND WING 40-YD 20-YD 10-YD VJ BJ SS 3C BP 258 32 5/8 09 3/4 80 1/4 4.84 2.85 1.71 32 - - - - (no broad, shuttle or 3-cone – hamstring) 254 5.03 2.97 1.75 - 08’06” - 7.59 14 (limited workout – right hamstring) STRENGTHS: Quick first step and hits top speed immediately...explosive closing burst...covers a lot of ground and competes with a revving motor...fluid ankle flexion and dip to run the hoop...uses his explosive upper body (length and hands) to stun and maintain spacing with blockers...expanded his bag of tricks as a pass rusher, including an efficient spin and effective long-arm...nice job retracing his steps and chasing from the backside...matured play recognition to sniff out screens and string out runs...knack for punching the ball out, becoming the fourth player in Florida history with at least eight career forced fumbles (FBS-best six forced fumbles in 2018)...comfortable spot dropping and playing in space...non-stop hustler and makes plays away from the line of scrimmage...dropped 25-30 pounds prior to the 2018 season. WEAKNESSES: Lacks ideal bulk for a down lineman with some bad weight on his frame...base strength concerns and can be moved in the run game...spends too much time hung up on blocks when his momentum is slowed...needs to protect his lower body and stay on his feet...bad habit of finding himself wide or past the pocket...wasn’t an every-down defender in college...weight and conditioning require monitoring to keep him at his best...multiple NFL scouts have expressed concern regarding his personal character and overall maturity – he sat out the first series of the 2018 season opener for “failing to meet expectations.” SUMMARY: A part-time starter at Florida, Polite was a 270-pound defensive tackle as a true freshman before slimming down under Gators’ new strength and conditioning coach (Nick Savage), dropping 25 pounds to fit Todd Grantham’s hybrid 3-4 scheme in 2018. Although not an early-down player in 2018, he was highly productive as a subpackage “BUCK” edge rusher, leading the Gators in defensive stops on third down (13) and joining Kentucky’s Josh Allen as the only two FBS players with 10-plus sacks and at least five forced fumbles. In the NFL, explosive players are at a premium because of the importance of the first and last steps, making Polite an attractive prospect with his instant speed and closing burst to finish at the quarterback. However, his maturity has been flagged by multiple NFL teams and will impact his final draft grade. Overall, Polite needs to improve as a run defender and prove he can be an any-down player, but he is a quarterback assassin with his combination of first step quickness, motor and finishing skills, projecting best as a stand-up rusher in a 3-4 scheme. GRADE: 1st-2nd Round (#38 overall) ED7
12. CHUMA EDOGA | USC 6034 | 308 lbs. | SR. Atlanta, Ga. (McEachern) 5/25/1997 (age 21.93) #70 BACKGROUND: A five-star offensive guard recruit out of high school, Chuma Edoga played offensive tackle at McEachern and blocked for two 1,100-yard rushers, leading the team to an 11-3 record in 2014. He finished his senior season with 35 pancake blocks and was named First Team All-State. Edoga was considered the No. 1 guard recruit in the country and was one of two five-star linemen from Georgia (Mitch Hyatt). He added a few dozen scholarship offers and considered Georgia, Clemson and Florida State before committing to USC. Edoga accepted his invitation to the 2019 Senior Bowl where he earned practice player of the week honors. Second Team All-Pac 12 STRENGTHS: Agile feet and easy lateral quickness...maintains a wide base with controlled steps in pass protection...anticipates rush moves to mirror and reach cross- face blocks...smoothly redirects to achieve landmarks...quick, timely jabs to slow down rushers with his hands...long arms and flexible coil...generates movement on down blocks...able to steer and clear running room once locked on, especially at the second level...looks comfortable in space. WEAKNESSES: Narrow-limbed and lacks ideal height/build for the position...below-average anchor strength and can be bullied...needs to eliminate wasted motion in his punch and hand placement needs improvement...too quick out of his stance at times, oversetting and opening lanes for rushers...caught leaning and needs to stay patient...focus comes and goes, appearing uninterested at times...ejected from a game as a sophomore (September 2016) for pushing an official; suspended one [81] game (October 2016) for a team rules violation...competitive toughness and passion have been questioned by scouts...missed several games (and even more practices) due to injuries over his career, including a high left ankle sprain (September 2017), hip soreness (August 2018) and right knee sprain (October 2018). SUMMARY: A two-year starter at USC, Edoga was in and out of the starting lineup his first two seasons before settling in as the starting right tackle as a junior and senior, playing his best in 2018. He opened eyes during Senior Bowl week and earned practice player of the week honors, performing well from both the left and right sides. While his base needs strengthening, Edoga would make an excellent boxer with his slide and punch, using effortless movements and long levers to meet speed rushers. NFL scouts question his football character and he must prove during interviews that he has the willing, coachable attitude required for the pro level. Overall, Edoga is a frustrating study because he clearly has the athleticism and length to start in the NFL, but his inconsistent focus and questionable football character make him a high risk/reward prospect. GRADE: 4th-5th Round OT12
10. TREVON WESCO | West Virginia 6034 | 267 lbs. | rSR. Martinsburg, W.V. (Musselman) 9/12/1995 (age 23.63) #88 BACKGROUND: A no-star tight end recruit out of high school, Trevon (Trev-on) Wesco was a standout football and basketball player at Musselman. He was more accomplished on the hardcourt, finishing his career with 1,500-plus points and the school record for points, rebounds and assists. As a senior, he posted 22.2 points and 13.5 rebounds per game, earning First Team All-State honors in 2014. On the football field, he was a wide receiver as an underclassman (12 touchdown catches as a junior) before playing quarterback as a senior. He was on pace to become the first in school history with 1,000-plus yards passing and 1,000-plus yards receiving before a meniscus injury sidelined him for the second half of his senior year. Wesco received plenty of recruiting attention in both sports, but he didn’t have the grades to qualify and was forced to go the JUCO route, enrolling at Lackawanna College. He caught just five catches in 2014 as a backup tight end and missed the 2015 season due to a knee injury. Wesco received scholarship offers from Buffalo, UCF and West Virginia, committing to the Mountaineers with three years of eligibility remaining. He accepted his invitation to the 2019 Senior Bowl. 2014: Lackawanna College (Pa.) 2015: Lackawanna College (Pa.) NOTES First Team All-Big 12 STRENGTHS: Angular, brawny frame with long arms...battering ram as a blocker...shocks the chest of defenders with his hands and drives his legs...aggressive appetite required for a lead blocking role...quickly accelerates into his routes...competes with a “my ball” mentality to overpower defenders mid-air...steady hands and focus, finishing away from his body...physical after the catch with eight of his 26 catches in 2018 going for 20-plus yards...graduated with his degree in multidisciplinary studies (August 2018)...proven position flexibility at fullback and tight end. WEAKNESSES: Thrives on adrenaline, getting out of control with his blocking angles at times...hand placement requires added consistency...landmark route runner and doesn’t show much tempo or nuance in his patterns...one-year starter...doesn’t have a large sample size as a pass catcher with only 42 combined targets the last five seasons at JUCO and WVU...the ball routinely beats his hands to catch point, forcing him to spear instead of accepting it...history of knee issues, missing the second half of his senior year (2013) and his sophomore season (2015) at Lackawanna. SUMMARY: A one-year starter at West Virginia, Wesco played a hybrid fullback/tight end role in Dana Holgorsen’s version of the air-raid offense, splitting his time on the wing, inline and as a lead blocker. The Mountaineer coaches glowingly talk about his growth as a blocker, something he wasn’t asked to do much until he arrived in Morgantown. A former standout basketball player, Wesco embraces the physical, smash-mouth style, flashing the nasty streak and desire required to do the dirty work. As a pass catcher, he recorded only 28 receptions in three seasons at West Virginia, but he was reliable when the ball was thrown his direction, catching 26 of his 30 targets in 2018. Overall, Wesco isn’t a polished pass catcher and needs to play more controlled, but his competitive toughness and versatile upside are worth betting on, projecting as a developmental NFL backup. GRADE: 4th-5th Round TE10
7. BLAKE CASHMAN | Minnesota 6011 | 237 lbs. | SR. Eden Prairie, Minn. (Eden Prairie) 5/10/1996 (age 22.97) #36 BACKGROUND: A no-star safety recruit out of high school, Blake Cashman was a part of four-straight state championships at Eden Prairie, also starring on the team’s basketball team. After playing cornerback most of his prep career, he moved to strongside linebacker as a senior and posted 72 tackles and 6.0 tackles for loss, earning First Team All-State honors in 2014. At only 200 pounds, Cashman went overlooked by FBS programs and his best scholarship offers were from Division-II schools. He received preferred walk-on opportunities from Iowa State, Minnesota and North Dakota State, choosing to stay in-state and play for the Gophers. He moved from safety to linebacker during 2016 spring practices. Cashman’s father (Steve) played defensive back at St. Thomas University in the late 1980s (Blake strongly considered attending St. Thomas to play football and basketball). Cashman elected to skip his bowl game to focus on preparing for the NFL draft. NOTES Third Team All-Big Ten; Team Captain STRENGTHS: Better play speed than timed speed...gets a head start attacking plays due to his instincts...moves well laterally to mirror vs. the run...loose lower body to weave and avoid blocks...fearless gap filler...plays low and physical downhill, skimming blocks and finding cracks on the line of scrimmage (31.0 career tackles for loss ranks seventh-best in school history)...opens his hips and his speed doesn’t die in reverse, matching the speed of backs and tight ends in coverage...extensive special teams experience...former walk-on who earned a scholarship (April 2017) shortly after P.J. Fleck was hired as head coach...tough-minded grinder (Fleck: “I wish I had 130 Blake Cashmans”)...led team in tackles (104) as a senior and was the first Big Ten player to record 20-plus tackles in a four-quarter game since 2013 (Ryan Shazier). WEAKNESSES: Lacks ideal size and length for the NFL game...doesn’t have the point-of-attack power to tear through blockers...too easily washed from the hole by angle blocks...small margin of error as a tackler...late to drive in coverage and more confidence as a run defender...step late on crossers...underwent three separate shoulder surgeries since the end of the 2017 season and long-term durability is a question mark...only one season of starting experience. SUMMARY: A one-year starter at Minnesota, Cashman played inside and outside in the Gophers’ 4-2-5 base scheme as a senior captain, rarely coming off the field. He was a top performer on special teams his first three seasons and spent his sophomore year as a pass rush specialist to get him on the field. Cashman plays with his hair on fire, finds openings and rarely misses tackles. His lack of ideal size will be tougher to hide in the NFL and teams won’t want him playing man coverage vs. the slot, although he doesn’t look out of place covering running backs out of the backfield. Overall, Cashman’s height and length numbers look pedestrian on paper, but his tape shows an impressive blend of play speed, toughness and intelligence, projecting as an NFL special teams standout who will push for playing time on defense. GRADE: 3rd-4th Round (#94 overall) LB7
30. BLESSUAN AUSTIN | Rutgers 6005 | 198 lbs. | SR. Queens, N.Y. (Campus Magnet) 7/19/1996 (age 22.78) #10 BACKGROUND: A three-star cornerback recruit out of high school, Blessuan Austin was a quarterback, wide receiver and defensive back at Campus Magnet in Queens, filling in wherever needed. He posted 51 tackles and nine total touchdowns as a senior in 2013, but received very little recruiting attention and didn’t have the grades to qualify. Austin attended Milford Academy in 2014 where he recorded 11 passes defended and three interceptions, drawing the eye of Rutgers, who offered him his only FBS-level scholarship. He started his first two seasons for the Scarlett Knights, but played only five games his final two seasons due to knee injuries. Austin would have received a medical redshirt if he applied, but chose to leave school for the 2019 NFL Draft. [193] 2014: Milford Academy (N.Y.) PD INT NOTES STRENGTHS: Good-sized athlete with long arms...smoothly opens his hips in his transition, staying hip-to-hip with receivers vertically...shows natural adjustments in coverage with a functioning ball radar...posts up on the receiver’s hip and contests throws...terrific ball production over his career...comfortable in press and matches the physicality of receivers...able to disrupt timing with short, quick jabs...described as “passionate” by his coaches. WEAKNESSES: Savvy route runners will get him turned around and off-balance (see 2017 Washington tape)...guilty of technique lapses...alert player, but doesn’t consistent anticipate or recognize patterns...room to improve to his read/react quickness on front-facing throws...willing in run support, but not a strong tackler...allows his emotions to get the best of him at times and needs to improve his discipline...the health of his left knee is a question mark after tearing his ACL (September 2017) as a junior and re-tearing it as a senior (September 2018), requiring multiple surgeries and screws. SUMMARY: A four-year starter at Rutgers, Austin was the starting right cornerback in the Scarlett Knights’ scheme, but played in only five games the past two seasons due to injuries. NFL teams must go back to his 2016 film for a full evaluation, and there will be concerns about what type of player he will be after his ACL surgeries. Although he doesn’t play sudden, Austin is deceptively fast and puts himself in position to compete for the football when it arrives. He tends to come unglued vs. skilled route runners (Dante Pettis ran circles around him in the 2017 season opener) and he needs to become more consistent in the run game. Overall, Austin has the size and speed to open, run and stay in phase vertically from press, but he is an inconsistent zone player and his multiple ACL surgeries are a red flag. GRADE: 6th-7th Round CB30
3. MEKHI BECTON | Louisville 6073 | 364 lbs. | JR. Highland Springs, Va. (Highland Springs) 4/18/1999 (age 21.01) #73 BACKGROUND: Mekhi (ma-kai) Becton (BECK-tin) was raised in the Richmond, Va. area and his family moved to the Highland Springs district when he was young so he could eventually play basketball and football at Highland Springs high school. He was a three-year starter for the Springers (high school teammates with future ACC opponents WR Greg Dortch and FS K’Von Wallace) and helped lead the program to a 14-1 record and the 2015 5A state title (the first for the school since 1961) as a junior right tackle. Becton moved to left tackle as a senior where he helped Highland Springs go 14-1 once again and repeat as 5A state champions. He was also a center on the basketball team. A three-star offensive tackle recruit out of high school, Becton ranked as the No. 43 offensive tackle in the 2017 class and the No. 16 recruit and the highest-ranked offensive lineman in the state of Virginia. His first offer was from FCS-level Delaware State followed soon after by a wave of FBS programs his junior season. Becton narrowed his final choice to Louisville, Michigan, Oregon, Virginia and Virginia Tech, surprising some when he chose to go out-of-state to Louisville. His friendship with former Louisville tackle Geron Christian (third-round pick in the 2018 NFL Draft by the Washington Redskins) was a deciding factor for the Cardinals. Becton elected to skip his senior season and enter the 2020 NFL Draft. [87] Second team All-American; 2019 Jacobs Blocking Trophy (top OL in the ACC); First team All-ACC STRENGTHS: Massive frame with broad shoulders and vines for arms...light feet for a man that size...wide lateral strides to protect the corner...twitched-up muscles in his lower half with body flexibility to react to whatever the action requires (former coach Bobby Petrino: “One of the most impressive things...seeing him do a reverse dunk”)...upper body strength/length to reach-block with ease...people-mover in the run game and drives them off their spot...collapses the line on down blocks...uses his length to ragdoll defenders before they can counter...stays after his blocks and buries when he can...not boisterous, but developed a leadership voice as a junior (Louisville head coach Scott Satterfield: “He has been a leader for our offensive line and our offense as a whole”)...experienced at both left and right tackle. WEAKNESSES: Tends to lean into contact, falling off blocks and losing his balance...aggressively commits to his spot, making him late to redirect his momentum vs. inside moves...solid fundamentals, but defaults back on his size too often...body angles lacks refinement...uses knee bend, but naturally tall and body leverage will never be a strength to his game...needs to develop his eyes and overall awareness vs. pressures...missed one game as a junior due to a right ankle sprain (November 2019). SUMMARY: A three-year starter at Louisville, Becton was the starting left tackle in head coach Scott Satterfield’s stretch zone scheme, becoming the first player in school history to win the Jacobs Trophy, which goes to the top blocker in the ACC (as voted on by the coaches). He alternated at left and right tackle under the previous coaching staff, which used strongside/weakside tackles, and is well-versed at either position (also played both spots in high school). With his rare combination of size and athleticism, Becton stonewalls rushers in pass protection and generates a surge in the run game, using his length to escort defenders off the screen. He overwhelms with his natural strength, although he has some sloppy reps on tape and must continue to fine-tune his consistency. Overall, Becton has overaggressive tendencies that lead to balance concerns, but he is a gifted blocker with impressive movement skills and power, projecting as a high-upside prospect at either left or right tackle. GRADE: 1st Round OT3
6. DENZEL MIMS | Baylor 6027 | 207 lbs. | SR. Daingerfield, Texas (Daingerfield) 10/10/1997 (age 22.54) #5 BACKGROUND: Denzel Mims was a four-sport athlete at Daingerfield before giving up baseball as a freshman due to an arm injury, which also forced his move from quarterback to receiver and defensive back in football. He earned two-way all-district honors as a junior with 39 catches for 682 yards and six touchdowns, adding 24 tackles, four interceptions and two defensive scores. Asa senior, Mims finished with 31 catches for 721 yards and 15 touchdowns (10 receiving, 5 rushing), earning honorable mention all-state and 2015 District MVP honors. He was also a two-time all-district recipient in basketball and excelled as a sprinter on the track team, winning the 2015 Class 3A 200-meter state championship (21.30) and setting a personal-best in the 100-meters (10.88). A three-star wide receiver recruit out of high school, Mims was the No. 68 rated receiver in the 2016 recruiting class. He received offers from Arkansas State, Texas State and Texas Tech, but he grew up rooting for Baylor and committed to the Bears within 24 hours of receiving the offer. Mims has several cousins who played college football, including David Mims (Texas State) and Keyarris Garrett (Tulsa). He accepted his invitation to the 2020 Senior Bowl. Second team All-Big 12; Led team in receiving Led team in TD receptions First team All-Big 12; Led team in receiving STRENGTHS: Passes the eye test with his tall, slender frame...straight-line acceleration to win vertically in the NFL...makes dynamic speed cuts in his routes, making him explosive on simple slants...introduces hesitation in his patterns, slamming on the brakes or hitting the gas to force coverage off-balance...utilizes his long arms to highpoint and pull down throws...not shy getting physical at the stem to create spacing...comfortable working the sideline with the ability to toe-tap if needed...awarded a single-digit jersey as a senior...finished his career top-five in Baylor history in catches, receiving yards and touchdowns. WEAKNESSES: Inconsistent hands...doesn’t consistently attack the football, allowing the ball to get on top of him and relying too much on his body...untrustworthy in contested situations, mistiming his jump and losing focus...didn’t run an extensive route tree in college...bad habit of prematurely tipping his path, rounding his routes...needs to use better sink in/out of breaks to better explode off his plant foot...doesn’t consistently use sink or nuance in his patterns...wasn’t much of a catch- and-go threat in college despite his athletic traits...allows defenders to separate him from the ball at the catch point (two fumbles in 2019). SUMMARY: A three-year starter at Baylor, Mims was an outside receiver in offensive coordinator Glenn Thomas’ shotgun spread attack, leading the team in receiving two of the last three seasons. He became the only player in college football to score at least eight receiving touchdowns in each of the last three years. Mims boasts the athletic skill to win at every level of the field, but on tape he was at his best on straight-line or one-cut routes (slants, posts, go’s, etc.), although he showed much improved pattern movement at the Senior Bowl. He demonstrates the ability to make impressive extension grabs, but his ball skills are inconsistent, especially with a defensive back closing on the catch point. Overall, Mims must become a more consistent route technician, but he offers the length and contested catch ability of a big receiver while moving like a much smaller athlete to create separation, projecting has a high-upside receiver. GRADE: 1st-2nd Round WR6
5. ASHTYN DAVIS | California 6007 | 202 lbs. | rSR. Santa Cruz, Calif. (Santa Cruz) 10/10/1996 (age 23.54) #27 BACKGROUND: Ashtyn (ash-ton) Davis was a late bloomer in high school, growing eight inches and adding nearly 75 pounds over his final three years at Santa Cruz. He played on the varsity squad as a junior and senior and was named the team’s MVP both seasons, playing running back, wide receiver and defensive back. Davis earned all-county honors as a senior in 2013, but Santa Cruz, which combined to go 5-15 over his final two seasons, was a small program (fewer than 20 players on the team), which meant very little recruiting attention (only Division III programs showed mild interest). He joined the track team as a junior to help his football speed, but he turned out to be a natural. He was the 110-meter hurdles champion in sectionals as a senior and placed fifth at the California state meet in both the 110-meter high hurdles and 300-meter hurdles. A no-star recruit in football, Davis received several walk-on opportunities for track, which he saw as a backdoor path to play high-level college football. He committed to walk on at California (over Washington, UC-Santa Barbara and Cal Poly), but it was so late in the process that he wasn’t admitted in the fall of 2014. Davis joined the Cal track team in early 2015 and immediately bombarded members of the football staff with emails, requesting a tryout. His request was granted, and he made the football team during 2015 spring drills, redshirting that season. Injuries forced Davis to cornerback in 2016, starting three games. Under new head coach Justin Wilcox, he moved to safety in 2017 and became the full-time starter his final two seasons. A four-year member of the Cal track team, Davis was a four-time All- American and won a Pac-12 Championship, qualifying for the NCAA Championships in 2018, finishing 14th in the 110-meter hurdles (13.87). He was awarded a track scholarship in 2016, but turned it down because it meant he would have to give up football (he was put on scholarship for football in 2017). Davis is an “adrenaline junkie” according to his mother (Christine) and grew up performing stunts on motorcycles and cliff diving. He comes from a family of drug addiction, but those mistakes scared him away from drugs or alcohol – his father (Sean) and maternal grandfather both abused methamphetamine and other drugs. Davis graduated with a double major in legal studies and social welfare. He accepted his invitation to the 2020 Senior Bowl. STRENGTHS: Outstanding play speed...covers a ton of green with his fluid range, recovering after a false step...lightning quick feet with explosive movements in his pedal and drive...steady ball skills and takes advantage of bad decisions by the quarterback...nice job feeling routes around him, playing to his help and timing his attack...improved diagnose skills each season...doesn’t lack for toughness in run support...nice job getting lower than the ball carrier to make open-field stops...spent four seasons on special teams, seeing action as a gunner and as the team’s primary kick returner, averaging 22.9 yards per return (70/1,604/1)...innately motivated and football is top priority for him, competing with the survivor mentality that NFL coaches will embrace. WEAKNESSES: Defined musculature, but doesn’t have an ideal frame or build for the position...play recognition remains a work in progress...overaggressive tendencies make him highly susceptible to misdirection and play action...looks for the powerful tackle, but needs to tighten his strike zone and be a more conservative finisher...fiery tone setter, but his play violence can border on reckless, leading to late hits or friendly fire...underwent a groin surgery (December 2019) and missed the bowl game and most of the draft process. SUMMARY: A three-year starter at California, Davis lined up at free safety in Tim DeRuyter’s 3-4 base scheme, spending time as a two-high and one-high player and seeing snaps as a nickel cornerback vs. the slot. The rare dual-sport walk-on in college, he is one of the best stories in this draft class, overcoming several hurdles to reach the NFL’s doorstep. Davis was tutored by Cal defensive backs coach Gerald Alexander, who played five seasons in the NFL and helped Davis progressively see things better each of the last three seasons. He is aggressive by nature and that fearless mentality serves him well on the field, but it also works against him at times, taking himself out of plays. Overall, Davis needs continued development with his reads and finishing skills, but his relentless nature and explosive play speed are NFL-level traits, projecting best as a single-high or nickel safety with special teams ability. GRADE: 2nd-3rd Round S5
10. JABARI ZUNIGA | Florida 6033 | 264 lbs. | rSR. Marietta, Ga. (Sprayberry) 8/14/1997 (age 22.69) #92 BACKGROUND: Jabari (ja-BAR-ee) Zuniga (zoo-KNEE-guh), who grew up just outside of Atlanta, was a basketball-first athlete and didn’t play football until high school. He was only 5-foot-11 and 210 pounds during his junior season and was young for his class (enrolled at Florida at only 17 years old), but he hit a growth spurt (his father is 6-foot-8) and developed his on-field skills, playing varsity his final two seasons at Sprayberry. Zuniga played both end and tackle on the defensive line as a senior, posting 56 tackles and 12.0 sacks in 2014. He also played center on the basketball team. A three-star defensive end recruit out of high school, Zuniga went widely overlooked when coaches went through Sprayberry in 2013 and saw a 5-foot-11 junior who had only been playing the sport for a few years. But the recruiting attention picked up during his senior season when he added size and production, finishing as the No. 70 recruit in the state of Georgia. He initially picked up FCS-level offers followed by a few Group of 5 teams, but had his hopes set on LSU (his favorite team growing up). Zuniga originally committed to NC State, but flipped to Florida after a visit to Gainesville shortly before signing day. His father (Carlos) was a standout high school basketball player in the New Orleans area before an all-conference career at Tulane and a short stint professionally. He is very close with his mother (Tammy Thompson-Winfrey), who is a deputy sheriff for Fulton County. Zuniga accepted his invitation to the 2020 Senior Bowl. Blocked PAT in the SEC Championship Game vs. Alabama, which was returned for two points Missed most of the season due to injury STRENGTHS: Flashes twitch in his initial pounce off the snap...softens the edge as a rusher with his upper body power, forward lean and physical hands...uses leverage and contact balance to separate from blocks...persistent effort in pursuit, working down the line of scrimmage...strong edge-setter vs. the run, taking on and shedding blocks to make plays in his area...violent hitter...experienced rushing from the interior...described as a weight room “freak” by his teammates, owning a rocked-up build with a moldable frame...quiet, mature personality (former Florida defensive coordinator Randy Shannon: “Quiet and soft spoken, but very professional and lets his play do the talking”)...productive when on the field with 34.5 tackles for loss and 18.5 sacks in his career. WEAKNESSES: Face-up rusher and lacks ideal hip flexibility to bend the edge...each rush looks the same, lacking variety in his approach...too easily washed once blockers gain his angle...doesn’t anticipate chips and too hyper-focused on the blocker in front of him...needs to win early with his hands to stay in position to disengage blocks...ankle injuries have kept him off the field, missing seven games as a senior due to a high left ankle sprain (September 2019). SUMMARY: A four-year starter at Florida, Zuniga lined up as the left defensive end in defensive coordinator Todd Grantham’s even and odd fronts, also seeing snaps from various alignments over the B-gap. He was a possible top-100 draft pick after his junior year, but elected to return to school, which didn’t go as planned due to an ankle injury that robbed him of most of the season. Zuniga displays athletic twitch in his approach with the eager, forceful hands to create movement once he connects. However, he is still relatively young in football years and must develop better initial and mid-rush counters to help mask his lack of ideal flexibility. Overall, [133] Zuniga needs to be more efficient with his aggressive attack, but he shows the ability to stack the edge vs. the run and soften the edge vs. the pass and his physical play style will appeal to teams looking for a rotational end with full-time potential. GRADE: 3rd Round ED10
11. LAMICAL PERINE | Florida 5106 | 216 lbs. | SR. Mobile, Ala. (Theodore) 1/30/1998 (age 22.23) #2 BACKGROUND: Lamical (la-MICHAEL) Perine (PEE-ryne), who is the oldest of three boys, grew up with a football in his hands, playing mostly linebacker in middle school. After lining up at wide receiver as a freshman at Theodore High School, he started three seasons at running back. After rushing for 554 yards as a sophomore, he put himself on the recruiting map with 1,416 rushing yards and 17 total touchdowns. As a senior, Perine earned Class 7A First-team All-State honors with 1,654 rushing yards and 15 touchdowns. A three-star running back out of high school, Perine was the No. 28 running back in the 2016 recruiting class and the No. 17 recruit in the state of Alabama. He received an offer from Mississippi State as a sophomore, but minimal attention from in-state powers Alabama and Auburn (Gus Malzahn said he was “too slow,” according to Perine). Florida had shown interest, but hadn’t yet offered. In May prior to his junior year, Perine took matters into his own hands and purchased a bus ticket to Gainesville to attend a three-day camp – he won MVP honors at the camp and earned a scholarship offer. Alabama (his childhood team) entered the picture late, but Perine stayed loyal to Florida. His father, Terance, who didn’t have a relationship with Lamical until he was in high school, played football at Auburn in 1998 before finishing his career at Jacksonville State. His mother, Sabrina Haywood, won a state shot put title in track at Vigor High School. His paternal grandfather, James, was a guard at Lincoln University and coached 32 years at Vigor High School. His cousin Samaje played running back at Oklahoma and was a fourth-round pick (No. 114 overall) in the 2017 NFL Draft. He is also related to Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Myles Jack. Perine graduated with his bachelor’s degree in December 2019. He accepted his invitation to the 2020 Senior Bowl. NOTES Led team in rushing Led team in rushing Team Captain; Led team in rushing STRENGTHS: Physical runner with the body strength to bounce off tackle attempts, picking up yards after contact...lowers his pads and bursts into contact...balances being both patient and aggressive as a ball carrier...serviceable vision to run towards daylight...played wide receiver before he was a running back in high school, which shows on tape, routinely finishing catches away from his body...dependable in pass protection, resetting his feet and staying in front of blitzers...fumbled four times over his first three seasons, but not once as a senior...football is important to him and competes with an overachiever attitude. WEAKNESSES: Inconsistent decision-maker, appearing hesitant and making more moves than necessary at times...runs with some hip tightness...not elusive and needs to better string moves together...can get caught up in quick sand...only average long-speed and will have trouble running away from NFL-level pursuit...was always part of a rotation in college and didn’t reach 20 touches in a game as a senior. SUMMARY: A three-year starter at Florida, Perine shared the running back duties in head coach Dan Mullen’s offense, occasionally flexing out as a wide receiver. Despite never reaching 140 carries or 900 yards in a single season, he led the Gators in rushing his sophomore, junior and senior years. Perine tends to be more physical than elusive as a runner due to spotty decision-making and average athleticism, but he runs with outstanding point-of-attack toughness to grind out yards after contact. While he needs to clean up some things as a blocker, he shows the courage and “want-to” required for NFL reps. Overall, Perine doesn’t have any specific traits that separate him as a pro prospect, but he picks away at the defense and is trustworthy as both a receiver and blocker, projecting as a committee back with value as a passing-down protector. GRADE: 4th-5th Round RB11
10. CAMERON CLARK | Charlotte 6044 | 308 lbs. | rSR. Greensboro, N.C. (Ben L. Smith) 11/16/1997 (age 22.44) #71 [108] BACKGROUND: Cameron Clark attended The Academy at Smith High School while playing sports for Ben L. Smith High School. After registering 42 pancakes as a junior, he posted 88 pancakes as a senior and earned 4A all-state and all-metro honors. Clark showed off his versatility throughout his prep career, playing primarily left tackle and center. A two-star offensive tackle recruit out of high school, Clark was the No. 242 offensive tackle in the class and the No. 68 recruit in the state of North Carolina. He heard from several FCS-level schools, but then the FBS programs came calling, committing to Charlotte over Appalachian State and Old Dominion. Clark was part of the program’s fourth signing class and enrolled in the spring of 2015. He accepted his invitation to the 2020 East-West Shrine Game. YEAR (GP/GS) POSITION NOTES Offensive Team MVP Team Captain First team All-CUSA; Team Captain STRENGTHS: Quick-footed in his initial kickslide, achieving his balance and staying in a ready position...large, physical hands and uses his long arms to extend into contact, keeping rushers at bay...mature and alert, expanding his vision to anticipate blitzers and reach his landmarks...generates movement in the run game, locking on and steering defenders...two-year team captain who leads by example, but isn’t afraid to speak up if his team needs a lift, according to NFL scouts...finished his career with 31 straight starts and set the school record for career games played (49). WEAKNESSES: Hand placement is high and wild...overeager in his approach and needs to sharpen his reach timing...tends to get sloppy in motion, hurrying to his spot and struggling vs. moving targets...has slight stiffness in his knees...needs to better roll into defenders to win the leverage battle...flagged six times as a senior and needs to develop better discipline...played center and guard in high school, but only played left tackle in college and didn’t prove his versatility at Charlotte. SUMMARY: A three-year starter at Charlotte, Clark lined up at left tackle in the head coach Will Healy’s spread offense. He was considered a free agent NFL prospect by teams last summer, but he answered several questions as a senior and his 2019 Clemson tape alone should get his name called on draft weekend. Despite multiple offensive line coaches over his Charlotte career, Clark is fundamentally sound with his movements and is rarely caught off guard, staying in a ready position. NFL-level speed off the edge will stress him, which is why kicking inside to guard might be the best long-term plan. Overall, Clark wins with his cerebral, technical approach, but he also has a physical side to him, projecting as a developmental interior blocker with starting upside. GRADE: 5th-6th Round IOL10
9. JAMES MORGAN | FIU 6040 | 229 lbs. | rSR. Green Bay, Wis. (Ashwaubenon) 2/28/1997 (age 23.15) #12 BACKGROUND: James Morgan grew up down the road from Lambeau Field in Green Bay and fell in love with football by watching his childhood hero, Brett Favre. He was a two-sport letterman at Ashwaubenon High School, playing basketball and football, and started three seasons at quarterback (two-year team captain). After 2,540 passing yards and 26 touchdowns as a junior, Morgan completed 59.2% of his throws for a state-best 3,424 passing yards, 34 touchdowns and 13 interceptions as a senior, earning first-team all-conference and honorable mention All-State. He finished his career with 7,507 passing yards and 70 touchdowns. A three-star quarterback recruit out of high school, Morgan was the No. 17 pro style quarterback recruit in the country and the No. 2 recruit in the state of Wisconsin (behind former Wisconsin OL Jon Dietzen). He was ranked higher than five recruits who signed with Wisconsin (his preferred school), but an offer from the Badgers never arrived. Morgan received mostly MAC-level offers and signed with Dino Babers and Bowling Green over Ball State, Central Michigan and others, becoming the first quarterback from the Green Bay area to earn an FBS scholarship in over 30 years. After his redshirt year, Babers left for Syracuse and Morgan was in and out of the starting lineup the next two years under the new coaching staff. Graduating in only three years, he was able to transfer without sitting out, enrolling at Florida International and winning the starting job 2018) and is currently working toward his 2020 East-West Shrine Bowl. shortly after he arrived. Morgan graduated magna cum laude (3.88 GPA) with his degree in pre-law at Bowling Green (May Master of Public Administration at FIU with the goal of attending law school post-football. He accepted his invitation to the YEAR (GP/GS) CP-ATT CP% NOTES Bowling Green Bowling Green Bowling Green Florida International; C-USA Newcomer of the Year; Honorable Mention All-CUSA Florida International; Honorable Mention All-CUSA STRENGTHS: Owns a live arm and the ball pops off his hand with velocity...quick, compact delivery to get the ball up-and-gone before defenders can react...patient in the face of the rush, allowing routes to develop...will hold the safety with his eyes and make downfield throws...finds his second and third progressions, quickly locating his hot reads...given control at the line of scrimmage to make pre- and post-snap changes...very intelligent on and off the field...solidly-built and checks desired boxes for height, weight and hand size...quick-footed athlete capable of buying time with his lower body...two-year team captain at FIU and his coaches call him a “curious learner” who is comfortable in his own skin. WEAKNESSES: Stubborn passer who makes too many high-risk decisions, especially when pressured...inconsistent deep ball, forcing his targets to stop and wait for it...needs to better understand when to eat throws...needs to develop a change-up, giving his targets a more catchable target...throwing mechanics are tight, abandoning his feet and falling away from pass attempts...fearless vs. pressure, but inconsistent maneuvering ability within the pocket...lackluster career production and his stats declined from his junior to senior seasons...missed one game as a senior and parts of others due to a sprained ankle (September 2019). SUMMARY: A two-year starter at Florida International, Morgan was the starter in offensive coordinator Rich Skrosky’s shotgun spread scheme. He went from an air raid system at Bowling Green to more of a pro style approach under head coach Butch Davis at FIU, helping the program to back-to-back bowl-eligible seasons and a regular season win over cross-town rival Miami (the school’s second win all-time vs. a Power 5 opponent). Morgan displays several intriguing traits for the next level with his size, arm talent and intangibles, which helped him become a team captain shortly after he arrived at FIU. While he can rip ropes to every level of the field, he struggles to walk the fine line of forcing throws and trying to make a play downfield. Overall, Morgan’s ball placement and decision-making lack consistency, but he is an intelligent, tough-minded thrower with an NFL-quality arm, projecting as a late-round developmental option. GRADE: 5th-6th Round QB9
12. BRYCE HALL | Virginia 6012 | 202 lbs. | SR. Harrisburg, Pa. (Bishop McDevitt) 11/5/1997 (age 22.47) #34 BACKGROUND: Bryce Hall was a two-sport star at Bishop McDevitt High School and even gave up football after his sophomore season to focus on basketball. But he quickly rejoined the team early in his junior year and helped the team finish with a 14-1 record, posting 56 catches for 989 yards and 13 touchdowns in 2014. As a senior, Hall led the team with 54 receptions for 1,108 receiving yards and 16 total scores, earning first-team all-state honors in 2015. He finished his prep career with 137 catches for 2,386 yards and 35 touchdowns, averaging 17.4 yards per reception. Hall saw very few reps at defensive back in high school. A two-star cornerback recruit out of high school, Hall was the No. 202 cornerback in the country and the No. 54 recruit in Pennsylvania. Lining up almost exclusively at receiver in high school, he was recruited as more of an athlete, receiving mostly FCS-level interest (Coastal Carolina, Duquesne and New Hampshire). Virginia extended an offer the summer prior to his senior season and he committed a month later. He received an invitation to the 2020 Senior Bowl, but was unable to attend due to his injury. Second team All-American; First team All-ACC; Led the FBS in passes defended 0 4 0 Team captain; Missed second half of the season due to injury STRENGTHS: Rangy frame with above average height and length for the position...elite ball skills and timing to challenge throws...basketball background and shows the instinctive ability to locate, track and attack the football at its highest point...always ball hunting and not shy undercutting routes or taking chances...quick to read route breaks and get a head start...stays patient with minimal wasted movements in his footwork...always willing in run support...highly competitive and fights through the whistle...team captain and film room hermit, preparing with a perfectionist attitude (head coach Bronco Mendenhall: “He’s anxious to learn, anxious to improve, anxious to perfect his skills.”). WEAKNESSES: Ordinary long-speed for the position...upright transition skills and will struggle vs. route technicians...requires a moment to gear down...inconsistent field leverage and freelances often...eager appetite to make plays results in missteps...will get grabby, attracting three pass interference penalties in the first five games of 2019...needs to improve his balance when firing downhill as a tackler...drops his shoulder into runners, but doesn’t always have the juice behind it to finish...missed the second half of his senior season due to a serious left ankle injury (October 2019), which required surgery – medicals are a major concern. SUMMARY: A four-year starter at Virginia, Hall was the boundary cornerback in head coach Bronco Mendenhall’s defense. An “athlete” when he arrived on campus, the Cavaliers’ coaching staff battled over whether he would play corner or receiver with the defensive side winning, which now looks like the obvious smart move. A top-flight competitor, Hall has a nose for the football and does a great job locating and making plays at the catch point, posting elite ball production in college. However, his high center of gravity will stall his transition and skilled route runners are able to detach or force him to panic. Overall, Hall doesn’t have ideal long- speed or fluidity for the position, but he does receiver-like things in coverage with the length, awareness and football character to earn an NFL starting role, projecting best in zone coverage (if the medicals check out). GRADE: 3rd Round CB12
2. ZACH WILSON | BYU 6021 | 214 lbs. | JR. Draper, Utah (Corner Canyon) 8/3/1999 (age 21.74) #1 BACKGROUND: Zachary “Zach” Wilson, who is one of six kids, grew up in Draper (20 miles south of Salt Lake City) playing a handful of different sports, but focused on basketball and football where he was coached by his father. He attended Jordan High as a freshman before transferring to Corner Canyon High School and lettered in track, football and basketball. Wilson posted 2,708 yards and 20 touchdowns as a junior, adding 539 rushing yards. As a senior, he finished runner-up for Mr. Football in Utah with 2,986 passing yards and 24 touchdowns, and led the team in rushing with 752 yards and eight touchdowns. Wilson was named 5A MVP and First Team All-State, and led Corner Canyon to an 11-1 record and the 2017 5A regional championship despite a nagging ankle injury. He was the starting point guard on the basketball team as a sophomore and junior. He did not play basketball as a senior. A three-star recruit out of high school, Wilson was the No. 38 pro-style quarterback in the 2018 class and the No. 13 recruit in the state of Utah. Growing up in a family of die-hard Utah fans (his mother, Lisa, attended Utah and her family has had season tickets for over 40 years), he hoped to play for the Utes, but they never offered because they received an early commitment from top recruit Jack Tuttle and only had room for one quarterback. Wilson committed to Boise State the summer prior to his senior season after attending the Broncos’ camp. However, his standout senior season earned him late offers from programs like BYU, Iowa and Minnesota and Wilson flipped to the Cougars. He enrolled in January 2018. His father (Michael), who grew up in Hawaii, was a defensive lineman at Utah (1992-95) before multiple knee injuries (and seven surgeries) ended his career. His younger brother (Josh) is a rising sophomore linebacker at BYU. His maternal grandfather (Gary Neeleman) threw shot put at Utah. His uncle (Stephen Neeleman) played football at Utah State. His uncle (David Neeleman) founded JetBlue Airways. Wilson takes medication for ADHD. He elected to skip his senior season and enter the 2021 NFL Draft. Youngest quarterback to start in school history (19 years, two months) Missed four games due to thumb injury; Bowl game MVP First Team All-Independent; Team captain; School-record 73.5% completions STRENGTHS: Outstanding foot quickness and mobility, which buys extra time...quick compact delivery to get the ball up and gone...excellent zip on his passes and uses various arm angles...throws well on the move and doesn’t require a firm base with his ability to generate torque from his hips...naturally accurate with an understanding of ball placement and downfield touch...quick-thinking decision-maker and efficiently locates defenders to reload and get to his next target...excellent field awareness and improvising skills...responsible for only three turnovers (three interceptions, zero fumbles lost) in 2020...named a team captain a few games into his junior season and his teammates enjoy playing for him due to his competitive nature and moxie...ranked top-three nationally in several passing categories in 2020, including yards (3,692), touchdowns (33), completion percentage (73.5%), yards per pass attempt (11.0) and points responsible for (264). WEAKNESSES: Narrow frame and lacks an ideal build...plays in overdrive and needs to stay within himself...prematurely bails from the pocket at times and needs to better identify pressures before and after the snap...allows his mechanics to get wild and doesn’t consistently drive off his back foot...has fumbled seven times the past two seasons...his average body type leads to durability questions...underwent labrum surgery on his right (throwing) shoulder (January 2019) to repair an injury from high school and missed 2019 spring practices; missed four games as a sophomore due to a broken right thumb (September 2019) that required surgery...didn’t face a Power-5 opponent on his 2020 tape and benefited from a strong run game and offensive line. SUMMARY: A three-year starter at BYU, Wilson was productive in former offensive coordinator Jeff Grimes’ RPO-based, heavy play-action scheme. He did a little bit of everything, including traditional-I, five-wide and option plays. Although the competition was underwhelming, he produced dynamic tape in 2020 and broke Steve Young’s BYU record for single-season completion percentage (73.5) while accounting for 43 total touchdowns. A quick-minded player, Wilson competes with the creativity and ball-handling skills to make plays as a passer. He shows a natural feel for placement and touch. While he can be quick to bail and allow his mechanics to break down, he thrives moving the pocket and improvising. Overall, Wilson doesn’t have an ideal body type, but his natural accuracy, off-platform skills and ability to make great spontaneous decisions translate to any level of football. He will compete for NFL starting reps as a rookie. GRADE: 1st Round (No. 3 overall) QB2
1. ALIJAH VERA-TUCKER | USC 6044 | 308 lbs. | rJR. Oakland, Calif. (Bishop O’Dowd) 6/17/1999 (age 21.87) NC State Pittsburgh BACKGROUND: Solomon Alijah Vera-Tucker (VARE-uh-TUK-ur) was born and raised in Oakland and grew up in two households after his parents divorced when he was young. Both of his parents remarried and he added the name of his mother’s second husband (Sylvester Vera) in high school. Vera-Tucker started playing football at Bishop O’Dowd High School and became a starter as a sophomore, earning first team All-League honors in 2014 and '15. As a senior, he led Bishop O'Dowd to the CIF Division 5-AA State Championship as a left tackle and defensive lineman, collecting 12 tackles, 3.0 tackles for loss and one blocked punt. Vera-Tucker earned first team All-American and All-State honors in 2017. A four-star offensive tackle recruit out of high school, Vera-Tucker was the No. 14-ranked tackle in the 2017 class and the No. 14 recruit in California (second-highest ranked blocker in the state behind Wyatt Davis). He considered offers from Michigan, Oregon, Washington and several other programs, but he committed early to USC and didn’t sway from his pledge. Vera-Tucker initially opted out of the 2020 college football season before rejoining the team when the fall season was reinstated. He elected to skip his senior season and enter the 2021 NFL Draft. NOTES Backup at RG Second Team All-Pac 12; USC’s OL of the Year (over Austin Jackson) Honorable Mention All-American; First Team All-Pac 12; Morris Trophy STRENGTHS: Balanced, agile blocker...stays patient and under control in his pass sets, settling his feet to mirror and stay square to rushers...relies on physical hands and strike timing to maintain spacing between defenders and his body...shows the functional strength to win hand battles and re-anchor...latches and generates movement in the run game...scoops defenders and turns/escorts them away from the play...alert eyes and processes things quickly to pick up stunts and delayed pressures...looks comfortable pulling and engaging linebackers at the second level...always looking for warm bodies to block and doesn’t let up until well after the whistle...his coaches rave about his mental makeup and competitive edge...starting experience at both tackle and guard. WEAKNESSES: Only average size and length by NFL standards for edge work...can be out-leveraged and "big-boyed" at times when rushers get underneath him...needs to consistently sink to create roots...will struggle to gain ground in his kickslide if he is late reacting to outside speed...will occasionally allow his hand placement to get wild, falling off his target...has only 19 career starts at the college level, including only six outside at tackle. [114] SUMMARY: A two-year starter at USC, Vera-Tucker lined up at left tackle in offensive coordinator Graham Harrell’s scheme, producing strong tape both zone and power blocking. A high school left tackle, he spent his first two seasons with the Trojans at guard before moving outside to tackle in 2020, replacing first-round pick Austin Jackson and taking home the Morris Trophy (top Pac-12 offensive lineman, according to conference defensive linemen). Although his anchor can improve, Vera-Tucker is coordinated in pass protection and his punch connects with flat feet and natural force to win early and reset throughout the rep. He creates a surge in the run game and competes with the play personality required for the pro level. Overall, Vera-Tucker does an outstanding job centering his blocks and sustaining due to his balanced feet, strong hands and quick processing. He projects as an NFL starting guard with a Pro Bowl ceiling and tackle versatility. GRADE: 1st Round (No. 13 overall) G1
6. ELIJAH MOORE | Ole Miss 5094 | 178 lbs. | JR. Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (St. Thomas Aquinas) 3/27/2000 (age 21.09) #8 BACKGROUND: Elijah Moore started his prep career at Western High School in Davie, Fla. before transferring to St. Thomas Aquinas High School in Fort Lauderdale after his sophomore season. Stuck behind FBS-level wide receivers like Trevon Grimes (Florida), Josh Palmer (Tennessee) and Mike Harley (Miami), he managed only nine catches for 42 yards and one touchdown in seven games as a junior. As a senior, Moore posted 28 catches for 407 yards and five touchdowns, leading St. Thomas Aquinas to a 12-3 record in 2017. He also ran track at Aquinas and set personal bests in the 100 meters (11.11), 200 meters (23.40) and long jump (19’ 6.75). A four-star recruit out of high school, Moore was the No. 38 wide receiver in the 2018 class and the No. 34 recruit in the state of Florida. He initially announced a final three of Miami, Ohio State and Ole Miss before surprising many and committing to Georgia. However, he flipped to Ole Miss as a senior after most of the coaching staff were retained following Hugh Freeze’s resignation. Moore opted out of the final two games in 2020 and entered the 2021 NFL Draft. First Team All-SEC; Led FBS in catches (10.8) and receiving yards (149.1) per game; School-record for receptions (86) STRENGTHS: Balanced athlete with the ability to gear up/down and accelerate out of his cuts...runs routes with tempo and controlled urgency...quick-thinking, decisive ball carrier to set up moves and force missed tackles...able to win vertically with sluggos or double-moves...quick to reach his route depth, calm his feet and give his quarterback a clean target...strong hands with excellent focus at the catch point (credited with only one drop on 101 targets in 2020)...looks comfortable going across the middle of the field...short, but not small with firm muscle definition...not shy lowering his pads to barrel through tackle attempts...emerged as the featured playmaker in the Ole Miss offense, breaking AJ Brown’s school record for receptions in a season (86). WEAKNESSES: Lacks ideal height/length for the position...a few branches missing from his route tree, primarily in the intermediate part of the field...production was inflated by scheme, which created open opportunities for him...unproven as an outside receiver and didn’t face much press in the slot, allowing him to free release...few examples on tape of him winning contested windows downfield...inexperienced and inconsistent blocker, missing landmarks and struggling to sustain...earned an immature label after his urinating dog touchdown celebration (November 2019) in the final moments of the Egg Bowl led to Ole Miss falling to Mississippi State. [43] SUMMARY: A three-year starter at Ole Miss, Moore was a high-volume slot/backfield target in head coach Lane Kiffin’s up-tempo spread scheme. He thrived with quick, underneath throws (jet sweeps, screens, slants, etc.) and took advantage of being force-fed the football, leading the SEC in catches (10.8) and receiving yards (149.1) per game in 2020. Moore plays fast, decisive and dependable and can be used as a matchup receiver in space, tracking the ball and making defenders miss. He was more of a specialty receiver in college and has plenty to prove as a downfield target. Overall, Moore doesn’t have the tape of a well-rounded receiver, but he is an athletic and controlled route runner with strong hands. He projects as a flexible chess piece who can be as productive as his volume. GRADE: 2nd Round (No. 35 overall) WR6
5. MICHAEL CARTER | North Carolina 5077 | 201 lbs. | SR. Navarre, Fla. (Navarre) 5/7/1999 (age 21.98) #8 BACKGROUND: Michael Carter grew up in Navarre, Fla., 40 miles east of Pensacola on the Gulf Coast, and was a four-year football letterman at Navarre High School. After a breakout sophomore season with 744 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns, he posted 532 rushing yards over the first three games of his junior season in 2015 before torn ligaments in his right knee sidelined him for the rest of the year. Carter returned healthy as a senior and led the state of Florida in touchdowns (45) and all-purpose yards (3,345), including 2,523 rushing yards. He was named the 2016 USA Today Florida Offensive Player of the Year and 6A Mr. Football. Carter also played baseball at Navarre. A three-star running back recruit out of high school, Carter was the No. 6 all-purpose back in the class and the No. 54 recruit in the state of Florida. Despite his serious knee injury as a junior, he received scholarship offers from several notable programs from the SEC (Florida, Tennessee), ACC (Louisville, North Carolina) and Pac-12 (Colorado, Oregon State). Prior to his record-breaking senior season, Carter committed to North Carolina. His older brother (Dwayne) was a running back at Division-II Harding University. His younger brother (Josh) is a rising junior linebacker at South Alabama. His father (Tony) served 20 years in the Air Force and has coached at the high school level. His mother (Suzette Ellington) served in the Air Force, as well. Carter skipped the bowl game and accepted his invitation to the 2021 Senior Bowl. Third Team All-ACC 10.7 2 Third Team All-American; First Team All-ACC; Led team in rushing; Opted out of bowl game 8.0 6 STRENGTHS: Outstanding blend of patience, vision and quickness...sets up his moves and bounces between open spaces with his lateral cuts...runs with his feet on fire to clear holes and elude second- and third-level defenders, creating chunk plays (23 plays of 20-plus yards in 2020)...compact, lithe body type with admirable compete skills to squirm out of the grasp...skillfully walks the fine line of playing fast, but also patient enough to find the hole...steps into rush lanes and takes on blitzers as a blocker...above-average pass pro awareness, identifying stunts and understanding where the pressures are coming from...productive pass catcher with natural hands...experienced kick returner, averaging 20.3 yards per return (32/650/0)...put together a record-breaking senior season, leading the ACC in rushing yards (1,245) and rushing yards per game (113.2)...consistent production over his career — he became just the fourth player in school history to eclipse 3,400 rushing yards. WEAKNESSES: Undersized for the position by NFL standards and is near maxed out physically...runs tough and will drop his pads into contact, but doesn’t have the body power to drive through defenders...doesn’t have breakaway long speed and can be caught from behind...can be run over as a blocker in the passing lane...shared the workload with Javonte Williams, which allowed him to stay fresh...missed the first three games of his sophomore season with a broken wrist (August 2018); missed most of his junior season in high school after suffering a torn PCL and LCL in his right knee (September 2015), requiring surgery. SUMMARY: A two-year starter at North Carolina, Carter shared the workload with Javonte Williams under offensive coordinator Phil Longo, flourishing in the Tar Heels’ zone and gap schemes. He leaves Chapel Hill with the school records for rushing yards per carry in a game (12.83), season (7.98) and career (6.62). With his footwork, quick reads and low center of gravity, Carter knows how to shake defenders and create off-balance tackle attempts. He has a very well-rounded skill set due to his receiving and pass-protection skills, knowing where his blocks are and executing. Overall, Carter doesn’t have the body type to run heavy between the tackles, but he is a skilled problem-solving back due to his combination of vision, feel and lateral agility. He projects as a lesser version of Dalvin Cook. [20] GRADE: 3rd-4th Round RB5
