2020 PGSF NFL Mock Draft Round 7. Mr. Not-So-Irrelevant chosen.

[NoleLizards]

With the 16th pick, the Atlanta Falcons select C.J. Henderson, CB, Paynes Prairie C.C. 6-1, 202.

As distasteful as it is for me to select a slimy stinking gator, this is a (appropriately) no-brainer as the Falcons are in dire need of corners...especially with the departure of Marcus Trufant. Alas, Henderson is a big athletic CB who is clearly the top player on the board who fits this glaring need.

Per The Draft Network (Reid):

• 
  Background: Henderson played primarily running back at Columbus High School (FL), notching 636 rushing yards combined during his final two seasons on the varsity level. He received offers from multiple Power 5 schools to play running back, but after an injury plagued senior season, his body couldn’t withstand the asking of playing in the backfield any longer. As a result, he transitioned to cornerback, where he began to have lots of success.
  
  The player that he grew up idolizing was former Gator Joe Haden and he’s the reason behind choosing Florida and donning the famous No. 5 jersey number prior too his junior season. His career got off to a fast start as he started in five of the 11 games that he participated in during his true freshman season. Quickly making a name for himself, he intercepted passes in back-to-back games – becoming the first true freshman in program history to do so. Returning both passes for touchdowns, he’s also the only true freshman since 1996 to record pick-sixes in consecutive weeks. His four interceptions were tied for the most among the team.
  
  Building off of an impressive 2017 campaign, he continued his success as a true sophomore. Turning himself into a staple of the Gators secondary. Accumulating 38 tackles and two interceptions, he became a second-team All-SEC selection. Henderson was awarded with wearing the illustrious No. 1 jersey number, which hadn’t been worn since Vernon Hargreaves III in 2015.
  
  During his final season, Henderson started in all nine games that he participated in. He battled an ankle injury that he suffered during the second game of the year. During that span, he collected 33 tackles and 11 pass breakups, which led to him becoming a first-team All-SEC selection. Lito Sheppard (2002), Joe Haden (2010), and Vernon Hargreaves III (2016) are the latest Florida cornerbacks to become first-round selections. Henderson is vying to become the next in line.
  
  Scheme Fit: Man
  
  Round Projection: Mid-Late 1st-Round
  
  Positive (+)
  
  Length: Henderson primarily played in an off-ball positioning pre-snap. He possesses arms that are like vines. They are long and lanky frame throughout. Even though his body may not be in proper positions, his arm length and reach enable almost absolute possibilities to make plays on the ball. His arm extensions smother throwing windows and make it hard for throwers to fit balls into them consistently.
  
  Click-Close Violence: He’s able to attack back downhill once passes are caught in front of him. Henderson is prone to drive down stems aggressively by showing well above average burst and acceleration in order to make tackles. In the short-to-intermediate areas, his awareness and understanding of angles are high. He frequently baits throwers into attempts while still maintaining the measured distance in order to impact plays.
  
  Ball Skills: Henderson catches the ball comfortably almost as if he’s a receiver. He has examples of interceptions at all different area levels. The former Gator defender shows that he can attack the ball out of the air, while also scooping it out of lower areas, which is an added incentive that takes his game to another level because of it.
  
  Negatives (–)
  
  Disengaging/Slight Build: When wideouts were able to get their hands inside of his chest while run blocking, Henderson struggled to disengage while attempting to get off blocks. His lack of strength was evident and there are plays where he was forced to the sideline, which allowed rushers to secure the edge for explosive plays. A body that’s far from filled out, his lack of strength and mass shows up in certain parts of his game. Continuing to add weight should be seen as a top priority, otherwise, physical receivers who aren’t afraid to get handsy with him could potentially have their way with Henderson during route stems and when competing during run plays.
  
  Press Technique: His pre-snap stance involves only a slight amount of knee bend. The type of technique that Henderson attempts to execute puts a lot of stress on his consistency of being able to collision wideouts a few moments into routes. He relies heavily on collisions in order to delay route timing and knock targets off of their intended track. Henderson also plays high and his eyes often get caught looking back at the quarterback prematurely as he loses sight of targets.
  
  Tackling Effort: As a junior, his tendencies were completely flipped as a tackler. After showing plenty of interest in the physical portions of the game during his first two seasons, he looked completely disinterested in tackling in 2019. “An embarrassing display as a tackler” is a quote that was used by a respected scout to me to describe his Week 0 performance against Miami as a run defender, but another added “who cares? Can he cover? That’s all I needed to know” when asking about Henderson.
  
  
  Future Projection
  
  A starter of 27 games during his career with the Gators, Henderson is a highly talented cover corner. His wiry body and advanced technique help him become one of the better man cover corners in this draft class. For as many positives that he has, there are lots of mental lapses in his overall game and as a run defender. Henderson’s length, eye discipline, and savvy with playing the ball are among the tops in this class, but he must continue to add muscle mass and show a hint of interest as a run support player. Because of what he brings to the table from a coverage standpoint, he still has the makings of being a top-20 selection, but he won’t be for every team due to his negatives as a run defender.

@NoleinATL I'm ready for a little break, as well. Pick at your convenience.

 

[NoleinATL]

With the 17th pick in the 2020 PGSF NFL Mock Draft the Dallas Cowboys select

Grant Delpit S Louisiana State University

Delpit is a steal at 17, dropped down because of a slight drop off in 2019 but the guy is a huge talent. Immediate upgrade for the Cowboys defensive backfield.


Grant Delpit Scouting Report
By Charlie Campbell

Strengths:

• Instinctive

• Real presence in the middle of the field

• Great fit as a strong safety

• Physical

• Hard hitter

• Good tackler

• Very good run defender

• Can drive and fill in the box

• Around the ball

• Good coverage safety

• Versatile coverage safety

• Man-coverage ability on tight ends, slot receivers

• Can help cover big receivers

• Excellent zone coverage in the short middle of the field

• Ball skills

• Interception threat

• Capable of playing the deep center fielder

• Plays fast

• Athletic

• Covers a ton of ground

• Good vision, eye discipline

• Asset to defend big receivers

• Fluid; can turn and run

• Good height

• Should be able to play quickly

• Experienced and successful against good college talent

• Leader

• Field-general presence

• Upside

Weaknesses:

• Can play free safety, but more natural at strong

• Can take bad angles in coverage downfield

• Can react a little late to deep routes

Summary: Some players are so good they jump out at you even when you are studying other players for a another draft. That was the case with Delpit in 2018, as he was impossible to miss when watching LSU. The fast and physical safety was all over the field for the Tigers, commanding viewers to take notice. He totaled 74 tackles, 9.5 tackles for a loss, five sacks, nine passes batted and five interceptions that season. Delpit showed an excellent combination of size and speed to be a difference-maker at safety in the professional ranks. His impressive high-quality play to go along with his skill set had NFL teams thinking he had top-20 potential for his draft class.

Delpit has not been as prolific on the stat sheet in 2019, but that is not surprising. LSU has moved the junior around more, and he hasn't played as close to the line of scrimmage. Additionally, the No. 1 ranked Tigers blowing out so many opponents has let the starters play less and Delpit has spent more time in coverage with teams forced to pass and play from behind. That hurts the tackle total and other metrics, but Delpit has had a quality junior year. Delpit had a superb game against Florida, one of the closest games LSU had during the regular season, and mixed outings against Georgia and Texas A&M. Entering the college football playoff, Delpit has 56 tackles with two interceptions, one sack and six passes broken up.

Awhile back, an AFC general manager reminded me that Hall of Fame coach Tony Dungy would say instincts are everything at the linebacker position. Well, that piece of wisdom could apply to the safety position too, and instincts are the trait that make Delpit such a special player. His instincts cause him to be prominent defender for the Tigers, as he is routinely around the ball making plays for his defense and making it difficult for the offense to move the ball. Delpit's awareness and recognition skills are solid, as he is assignment sound in pass coverage while also using his innate intelligence to get in position to make stops in the ground game. Delpit looked more instinctive as a sophomore, and the reasons listed above for the decreased production could apply to that as well.




Delpit is impressive in pass defense. He is a dangerous blitzer who is adept at getting after the quarterback. In coverage, Delpit is a special defender. He has the speed to cover a lot of ground and also is able to run with receivers downfield. He does a tremendous job of using his vision to play the ball and break up passes while covering wideouts. Delpit shows enough ability to help cover tight ends and big receivers in man coverage, helped by his speed to run with them and his size to handle height.

Delpit also could play some nickel corner over slot receivers. With his range, quickness and instincts, Delpit could be a cross-trained defender who also plays free safety downfield. Although he looks more natural and comfortable playing strong safety, he definitely has the ability to be a free safety as well. Occasionally at free safety, he can react a hair late to deep passes and/or take a bad angle downfield. Hence, he is more natural at strong safety. He has lined up all over the place for LSU over the last two years, including free safety, and has been dependable as the last line of defense overall. In the NFL, Delpit will be an asset as a player who could be an interchangeable safety.

Delpit is a good contributor in run defense. He uses his tremendous instincts to fire to the ball and make tackles to prevent big plays. Delpit is also smart about his tackling, showing good technique to make his hits appropriately low. Delpit is not the thickest or strongest of safeties, but he throws his body around and shows no hesitation to fire into the scrum and make a tackle. Delpit looks very comfortable near the line of scrimmage and being the eighth man in the box. In the NFL, he should be a valuable defender in stopping rushing attacks.

For the NFL, Delpit looks like a special safety prospect who could end up being on a par with other top-20 safety prospects like Jamal Adams, Malik Hooker and Keanu Neal.

 

[NoleLizards]

With the 18th pick, the Miami Dolphins select Justin Jefferson, WR, LSU. 6-3, 192.

The Phins have been setting themselves up for awhile to draft their franchise QB...and now that they've invested so much to land Tua, he must be provided protection and weapons so that he may thrive and justify these actions.
Devante Parker had a breakout season a year ago, and now Miami gets a #2 to line up across from him. Jefferson was a touchdown machine down the stretch in helping the Bayou Bengals to the '19 national title.

Per The Draft Network (Crabbs):

• PROS: Smooth operator and a true route technician. Varies his route tempo to keep corners guessing and there is plenty of variance to how he releases into his stem. Took full advantage of LSU’s passing game concepts in 2019 and showcased a wonderful ability to make adjustments on the fly and read leverage. Lethal on option routes. Mitts are generally strong and there are plenty of plucks outside of his frame. Does well to show his hands late and not tip the arrival of the ball. Body control is outstanding and he excels in contested situations. Tracks and adjusts with ease. Productive worker after the catch. Has operated both outside and from the slot. Competes hard as a blocker while also showcasing good technique with his hands and setting his base. Does well to bend his route stems to set up vertical cuts. Fairly fluid and smooth. Finds success in contested situations on account of his hands, body positioning and competitive toughness. The game slows down for him when the ball arrives.
  
  CONS: Needs to maximize his route technique to separate down the field. Has some long steps into his breaks and he needs to find that blend of trying to be deceptive and not getting stuck on cuts. Footwork and ability to reduce his surface area when working against press coverage is sound but he has room to grow with how he deploys his hands to clear jams.
  
  BEST TRAIT - Ball Skills
  
  WORST TRAIT - Top of Routes
  
  RED FLAGS - None
  
  NFL COMP - Tyler Boyd
  
  Justin Jefferson flashed an exciting skill set in 2018 and it fully materialized as part of LSU’s historic offense in 2019. On the same page with Joe Burrow, Jefferson led the country with 111 receptions, was second in receiving touchdowns (18) and third in receiving yards (1,540). Despite his brothers Jordan and Ricky being meaningful parts of the LSU program in previous years, Justin was a modest recruit out of high school. A versatile receiver, Jefferson has the skills to win from the slot and outside with appeal at all levels of the field. His best qualities are his route running, hands and ball skills. Jefferson is likely a No. 2 or 3 option in an NFL passing game but he should be productive if paired with the right quarterback and a system that accentuates his strengths.

Take it away @NoleinATL. (You know, we are allowed to pick non-SEC players. )

 

[NoleinATL]

With the 19th pick in the 2020 PGSF NFL Mock Draft The Las Vegas Raiders select

Tee Higgins , WR Clemson



Higgins is grouped with some wide receivers in this part of the draft.,
the size and speed set him apart , not to mention coming from a winning program which Mayock says he wants on his team


By Lance Zierlein
NFL Analyst
NFL Comparison
A.J. Green
Overview
Long, angular frame with cheat-code body control and ball skills when attacking downfield. Higgins is leggy getting off of the press, but those same leggy strides are weapons of separation that help create big plays. He's played all three receiver spots and can be moved around to match up against cornerbacks. His size and "above the rim" talent make him a uniquely dangerous playmaker deep and in the red zone. The transition to NFL press corners will be an early challenge that could take some time to solve, but he's an instinctive ball-winner whose traits should win out and make him a very good NFL starter.
Strengths

• Plays to his long frame game in and game out
• Scored a touchdown on 20 percent of his catches at Clemson
• Played all three receiver spots
• Can be used to create mismatches against size-deficient cornerbacks
• Uses subtle speed changes in routes to game the coverage
• Long strides are ground-gainers on speed turns and posts
• Creates considerable coverage panic and draws pass-interference penalties
• Rare instincts once the ball goes up
• Maintains feel for defender, then separates late for better catch space
• Makes proper adjustments to ball almost every time
• Rises highest for high-point victories
• Soft hands pluck and hide the ball away from catch-point bandits
• Reliable target in space against zone

Weaknesses

• Frequently beat up on lesser cornerback competition
• Unimaginative press release
• Cornerbacks mirror and delay his entrance into the route
• Lacks physicality at the top of the route
• Built for route turns rather than classic sink-and-break
• Route tree was fairly limited
• Ball adjustments on the move can be a little disjointed
• Needs a little more upper-body strength to sustain his run blocks

 

[NoleLizards]

With the 20th pick, the Jacksonville Jaguars select Austin Jackson, OT, University of Southern California. 6-6, 310.

The Jags addressed their defensive front with their earlier first rounder, and now they fill a big need on the other side of the trenches with this talented Trojan.

Per The Draft Network (Harris):

• 
  Pros: He has good overall athleticism for the position. He also displays ideal length for the perimeter. In the run game, he comes off the ball hard. He does a good job holding the point of attack. He is good on combo blocks and easily climbs to the second level. When his technique is good, his hands are right and his pad level is good he will get vertical movement on drive blocks. In the passing game he has a sufficient short set anchor. He plays with a good base and has good anticipatory skills for twists and games. He projects with sufficient swing ability, however, his skill set may be best suited at RT.
  
  Cons: He appears to have some balance issues and doesn't bend exceptionally well. He's been on the ground some and has shown instances of getting his shoulders far over his toes. His punch is average but has some latch strength in his hands. While he lacks elite overall strength and can afford to get stronger, his play strength as is will suffice. Has some issues with speed rushers on the edge and doesn't have great lateral agility to redirect on a counter. Has had some inconsistent hand placement. Struggles to get to cut off on the backside and to engage moving defenders at the second level. Doesn’t play with a nasty streak and I’d like to see him improve as a finisher, as well.

You're up, @NoleinATL .

 

[NoleinATL]

With the 21st pick in the 2020 PGSF NFL Mock Draft the Philadelphia Eagles select

Laviska Shenault WR Colorado

This guy has all world potential and could become of Wentz in a hurry. Great size and speed, runs angry


By Lance Zierlein
NFL Analyst
NFL Comparison
Sammy Watkins / Greg Little
Overview
"2 Live" is both talented and stoic as a three-level threat with outstanding physical traits and ball skills. He offers explosive playmaking potential with strength/wiggle to house a short catch-and-run throw or race and leap to pull in a bomb downfield. Shenault shines as a phone-booth bully who's able to body up and create late windows while securing throws with vice-grip hands. Evaluators get excited by his talent as a direct-snap runner, but sometimes he's too physical for his own good, which could bring his history of durability into play. Despite his traits and talent, there is work to be done as route-runner and coordinators need to determine how best to use him. He's a high-end talent, but not a sure thing. An exciting ceiling but a lower floor.
Strengths

• Played all three wide receiver spots at Colorado
• Mixes speed with squat-rack strength after the catch
• Superb combination of size, strength and speed
• Forward lean and early burst into routes
• Eats into cushions faster than cornerbacks expect
• Sudden hands to stab high fastballs on first two levels
• Silky smooth deep-ball tracker with second gear to run under it
• Graceful body adjustments in mid-air for 50/50 balls
• Excellent quickness to gather and squared to QB
• Carves out last-second catch space with instincts and positioning of a rebounder
• Big frame and elite hand strength are made for combat catches
• Effective direct-snap option with power of a big running back
• Versatility could force defenses to spend additional practice time on him

Weaknesses

• Failed to build on a stronger 2018 season
• Durability is a concern
• Missed playing time over last two years due to injuries
• Had surgeries on labrum and toe before 2019 season
• Needs route work to catch up with his physical gifts
• Can't take press separation for granted
• Forced against boundary and eliminated from consideration by bigger CBs
• Alters stride speed/length, revealing intentions to run intermediate routes
• Route fakes unconvincing and unlikely to fool savvy cornerbacks
• Takes tremendous punishment when the ball is in his hands
• Needs to improve his angles to the block

 

[NoleLizards]

With the 22nd pick, the Minnesota Vikings select Jalen Reagor, WR, Texas Christian University. 5-11, 206.

The Vikings obtained this pick by trading disgruntled star wideout Stephon Diggs to Buffalo. Minnesota attempts to replace Diggs with the speedy Reagor to provide a complement to Adam Thielen.

Per NFL.com:


By Lance Zierlein, NFL Analyst
NFL Comparison-Curtis Samuel

Overview
Spotty quarterback play helped cause a production drop, but his focus and competitiveness also seemed spotty at times. Reagor is a smooth athlete with blazing speed who has more playmaking talent than receiver skill and play-callers need to account for that when determining how to utilize him. He's electric with the ball in his hands so getting it to him quickly rather than asking him to consistently make plays for himself as a ball-winner could be crucial. When 2019 is balanced against his 2018, the grade and projection begin to climb with a versatile receiver who's able to spice the offensive gumbo.
Strengths

• Fluid but explosive
• Versatility to create chunk plays from all levels
• Works all three levels, including gadget plays
• Sells vertical push to set up route breaks
• Loose hips to sink quickly to snap off breaks
• Shows ability to lose coverage at the top of the route
• Gets to top speed very quickly and opens separation deep
• Able to leap up the ladder and snag it at the high-point
• Silky with the ball in his hands
• Plays like a slashing running back in space
• Creative return option with home-run potential

Weaknesses

• Gets stalled by press more than expected
• Strong cornerbacks ride and grind on early stages of route
• Needs to maintain focus and finish his routes
• Frustration with quarterback appeared to creep into play at times
• Cornerbacks go unstacked on long throws
• Uneven tape in competitive catch situations
• Inconsistent leveraging space to catch
• Ball skills fail to match athletic ability

 

[NoleinATL]

I like the Taylor pick for the Bills.
If they keep Diggs happy that could be a good offense this year

 

[NoleinATL]

With the 23rd pick in the 2020 PGSF NFL Mock Draft the New England Patriots select :

A.J. Epenesa Edge University of Iowa



This picks melds best player available with an area of need for the Patriots, as much help as they can find on defense. I thought QB, but don't see Bill going up to get Love who throws it to the other team a lot.

ANALYST'S REPORTS--Draft express
Marino
Harris
Crabbs

• 
  PROS: Features exceptional length and overwhelming power. Hands are heavy and he does well to place and time his moves. Can be devastating bull rushing off the edge, getting on the same level of the passer, shucking the block and finishing. Pass rush counters developed nicely in 2019, showcasing a variety of hand swipes. His push-pull is deadly. Exceptional ability to convert speed to power and he often plays right through blockers. Generally does well to play with extension and his length enables him to consistently finish outside his frame. Will put considerable stress on his opponents anchor to maintain the pocket width. Draws opponents out their sets with his power. Isn’t easily moved off his spot when setting the edge and he can make gaps disappear with his ability to squeeze down. Found impressive production across his last two seasons at Iowa. Has inside/outside rush versatility.
  
  CONS: He’s smooth and fluid but he isn’t bursty or bendy. Rush angles must be greased. Won’t be much of an asset playing in space. Needs to recognize reach/hook blocks more consistently to avoid giving up outside leverage. Generally does well but he’ll need to be intentional about keeping his pads low given his height at the next level.
  
  BEST TRAIT - Power at the Point
  
  WORST TRAIT - Lateral Mobility
  
  RED FLAGS - None
  
  NFL COMP - Trey Flowers
  
  AJ Epenesa has been a dynamic defensive playmaker across his last two seasons at Iowa, racking up 30.5 tackles for loss, 22 sacks, eight forced fumbles and seven pass deflections. His blend of length, devastating power, technique and urgency gives him a chance to do the same in the NFL. Epenesa is a tailor-made fit for the New England Patriots style of defensive linemen where length and heavy hands to control at the point of attack are required. Overall, Epenesa is an ascending prospect with exciting physical tools, production and technical refinement that project him to be an early starter in a 4-3 alignment but he has the extension skills needed for two-gaping duties as a five-technique. Epenesa has the upside to become a pillar of an outstanding front seven at the next level.
  

 

[NoleLizards]

With the 24th pick, the New Orleans Saints select Jaylon Johnson, CB, University of Utah. 6-0, 193.

Eli Apple is nothing special at corner, and with his departure, the Saints are extremely thin at the position. The window for Drew Brees to win another Super Bowl is closing quickly, and the Saints must shore up their leaky secondary to get to the promised land. (In fact, don't be surprised if they double dip in this draft.)

By Lance Zierlein, NFL Analyst

NFL Comparison-Shaquill Griffin

Overview
Boundary bully with an improving skill set to clamp down on WR1s and limit their exposure to the football. Johnson is built for press, with the size, length and athleticism to force receivers to work harder getting into their routes. His eagerness to stay tight to the route leads to inconsistent balance and positioning from time to time, but his foot quickness and agility allow for rapid recoveries. He's equipped to play the deep ball but needs to fully prove himself in that area. He's a physical press corner with off-man ability whose anticipation and ball skills should continue to help him make plays as a CB1 and first-round pick.
Strengths

• Physical traits and athletic tools for early round consideration
• Low and leering from press crouch
• Alters press techniques to keep foes guessing
• Slides and jabs to forcefully impair release
• Communicates well passing off receivers from bunch sets
• Maintains adequate coverage distance for higher number of contested catches
• Smart and instinctive in off-man and zone
• Good recognition of route combinations and route breaks
• Burst and agility for adequate recovery in short spaces
• Explosive vertical leaper to eliminate jump balls
• Has rake-it-or-take-it ball skills
• Good size and range to hold down run support in space

Weaknesses

• Feet get jittery and impatient at times
• Overreactions lead to lunging and reaching
• Needs to play with better calm and trust of his technique
• Quick counter steps against press could cause him early problems
• Average balance to continue phasing at the top of the route
• Slow, prowling shuffle in Cover 3 opens deep threats from speed
• Gives ground and lateral transitions
• Occasionally loses sight of receiver when focusing on passer

@NoleinATL Like the Epenesa pick...That would be soooo Patriots! You're up.

 

[NoleinATL]

With the 25th pick in the 2020 PGSF NFL Mock Draft the Minnesota Vikings select

Trevon Diggs CB Alabama



Vikings have a lot of needs, but losing top two CB's makes this an easy choice. The CB's group right in this area, like Diggs size and speed to project a little better in the pros

By Lance Zierlein
NFL Analyst
NFL Comparison
Aqib Talib
Overview
Talented prospect with rare combination of size, strength and ball skills. As a former receiver, Diggs has an instinctive feel for his opponent's plans and uses his size and athleticism to disrupt the blueprint when possible. The foot agility and short-area burst are good for his size and helped keep completion totals low. He's inconsistent staying in phase with downfield routes and long speed is his kryptonite, causing grabbing and holding when panic sets in. He's a future starting press-man corner with the hands and ball tracking to take it away and should benefit from more help over the top as a pro. Future consideration at free safety is possible considering his size and skill set.
Strengths

• Elite height, weight and length
• Size and strength for unique matchup potential against big targets
• Receivers catch quick jabs or heavy jams from press
• Fluid and athletic to open and match the route
• Above-average foot agility for a big cornerback underneath
• Eyes recognize route-jumping opportunities
• Little wasted motion to plant, drive and close
• Wide receiver's instincts and catch talent
• Used ball skills to make baller interceptions this season
• Length to become a human shield on 50/50 throws
• Opportunistic with scoop and score and pick-six in 2019
• Returned punts and kicks with reasonable success

Weaknesses

• Upright heel-clicker mirroring release
• Playmaking mentality can work against him
• Reacts before properly surveying the situation
• Loses discipline guarding combo routes
• Struggles to stay in phase with double moves
• Long speed is a concern with certain matchups
• Jersey-tugger when chasing to recover
• Picked on by LSU and Ja'Marr Chase
• Had trouble maintaining positioning while tracking deep throws
• Needs better attention to positioning as open-field tackler

 

[NoleLizards]

With the 26th pick, the Miami Dolphins select Josh Jones, OL, University of Houston. 6-5, 311.

New Dolphins o-line coach Steve Marshall's job is to craft a competent unit that can protect Tua. The raw but promising Josh Jones comes to South Florida to help him achieve that
end.

Per The Draft Network (Reid):

• 
  Background: A former three-star recruit from Fort Bend Bush High School (TX), Jones was a dual-sport athlete who also participated as the starting center of the basketball team. His talents on the football field easily overshadowed his talents on the hardwood. Ranked as a top-100 prospect in Texas, he committed to Oklahoma State following the summer leading up to his senior season (Aug. 2014).

• 
  
  After having second thoughts about leaving his home state, he reversed course and wound up signing with Houston. After redshirting in 2015, he went on to immediately become the Cougars left tackle – starting all 13 games during his first season. The following season saw him make 10 starts, but he missed two games (East Carolina and Tulane) due to an undisclosed injury.
  
  He returned to his healthy status as a redshirt junior (2018), starting all 13 games at his usual left tackle spot. Jones was the blind side protector for one of the most explosive offenses in the country as the team finished with the fifth-best scoring offense in the country. Selected as a team captain prior to his senior season, he went on to start nine games during his final year for the Cougars and became a first-team All-American Athletic Conference selection.
  
  Scheme Fit: Zone Blocking
  
  Round Projection: Mid-to-Late 1st-Round
  
  Positives (+)
  
  Relaxed Pass Set/Punch Timing: Jones operates as if he’s been pass setting all of his life. He remains on balance as his feet remain tied to his upper half, and his entire body moves in-sync. Proper waist and knee bend are demonstrated and they both remain consistent throughout reps. Jones hardly ever has a sense of panic or feeling rushed no matter how quickly defenders crowd his body. He’s deadly accurate with knowing when to extend his arms/hands and strike defenders. Jones is unafraid to be the enforcer instead of the receiver. He leverages rushers by locking them out and immediately stopping them in their tracks. Added arm length serves as an extra barrier between him and the opposition that is difficult to disrupt, surpass or breakthrough. Defenders who attempt to unravel themselves and detach are often unsuccessful as a result.
  
  Athleticism/Upside: Jones has more than enough athleticism to hold up on an island at his offensive tackle spot. He fires out of his stance with plenty of purpose and determination even though his technique isn’t always sound, but it remains average, and promising because of how well and aware he is with keeping his hands/arms up and ready for battle. The same goes for him as a run blocker as he gives plenty of effort with trying to generate movement. Jones is already is a natural pass protector, but his technique and angles when working in the run game need work.
  
  Ragdoller: He treats defenders brutally when able to land his hands in desired areas. Jones carries many of them to areas way past the line of scrimmage. The former Cougars star is frequently seen giving all out effort and nastiness to overwhelm defenders into oblivion. He has the traits and mentality that heavily weighs on defenders as games goes along. Many have tapped out or simply don’t want to deal with him anymore during the latter portions of games.
  
  Negatives (–)
  
  Playing Tall/Backpedals: He starts low, but has the tendency to accelerate high out of his stance. As a result, he loses leverage and enables rushers to get inside of his chest. A frequent happening on down and climb blocks to the next level, he’s often inaccurate with his landing points because of his pad level. Another issue pertains to Jones’ pass sets. He often relies on backpedaling before actually getting into the process of the angles on his actual sets. An area that will need to be corrected as he begins to face creative rushers that can set him up and attack him over both shoulders. Backpedaling doesn’t allow him to react to moves over his inside shoulder.
  
  Weight Transfer/Distribution: His game can become a bit relaxed and rolling his hips into blocks can be a bit reserved. A laid back demeanor in random spots has forced him to become an over-extender. These over-extensions result in him being a head ducker and frequently whiffing on blocks. Jones possesses a well proportioned and evenly distributed frame, but figuring out how to best utilize it is still a work in progress.
  
  Matching Contact with Movement/Pre-snap Awareness: Following along the lines of proper weight transfer and maintaining his balance, Jones often falls victim to making contact, but will stick and stay there instead of continuously churning his feet to reset the line of scrimmage. There are instances of where he puts it all together, but those reps are far too inconsistent. Still figuring out the process of matching up his feet once initiating contact at the point of attack. Defensive alignments and structures still have some instances of where they create confusion. Plain as day incoming stunts/twists are evident, but he’s late to notice funky techniques from rushers. His eyes follow perimeter defenders when slanting inside and he remains unaware of the secondary looper coming around the hump to his protection areas.
  
  Projection:
  
  Josh Jones has been a high-profile caliber bookend during his career in Houston. Only scratching the surface of his true potential, he went from being an athletic offensive tackle relying solely on that to one that uses savvy techniques and bend as a blocker. Still a bit raw and needing to add strength, Jones’ baseline starting point entering the NFL is one that coaches will love to get their hands on. Still needing to add polish, that will come over time as he continues to gain more reps at the position. A high upside prospect in a zone scheme, he has the makings of being a top-25 selection.

@NoleinATL You're up, but I'm about ready to get out of this wheelchair for the day....

 

[NoleinATL]

Ok. Take a break and we can finish in the am.

 

[Nolerball]

With the 22nd pick, the Buffalo Bills select Jonathan Taylor, RB, Wisconsin. 5-11, 219.

Frank Gore is an aging still unsigned free agent. Devin Singletary flashed for Buffalo as a rookie in '19, and now the Bills draft a guy I believe has All Pro potential. A sub-4.4-40 Combine to go with three years of great production as a power runner in the Big Ten has me sold.

• Per NFL Draft Network (Marino):
  
  PROS: Impressive blend of size, power and speed. Love how he always runs square and behind his pads. Terrific power throughout his frame which leads to consistent output after contact. Always falls forward and finishes his runs. Has more big play potential than expected for a 220-pound runner. Smooth, easy accelerator that is capable of running away from defensive backs. Impressive amount of elusiveness, twitch and shiftiness for his size. Love his blend of patience and decisiveness as a runner, allowing blocks to take form and working off them. Vision is generally sound and he does a good job of feeling cutback lanes and manipulating the second level. Emerged as a receiving threat in 2019, flashing reliable hands and producing. That said, he has room for growth to flesh out his route running ability. Has the traits needed to be a standout performer as a faceup pass blocker - impressive moments on tape where he steps up, leverages his hips, engages his hands and anchors.
  
  CONS: Has been the workhorse back for Wisconsin, tallying 968 touches across three seasons. While he has thrived with the heavy workload, it does cause concerns for his productivity in his second contract and could force a team to make a challenging decision. Will occasionally get too cute and greedy with his decisions pressing the line of scrimmage. Has some tightness to work through laterally. Ball security issues -- 18 fumbles in 41 games.
  
  BEST TRAIT - Acceleration, Power
  
  WORST TRAIT - Fumbles
  
  RED FLAGS - None
  
  NFL COMP - Arian Foster
  
  Taylor enters the NFL after averaging over 2,000 rushing yards per season at Wisconsin as one of college football’s most prolific offensive playmakers. Thriving as a bell cow back, Taylor has the ability to do the same in the NFL. A rare blend of size, burst and power, Taylor features an impressive physical skill set which he applies quite well to the field. An every down back, Taylor showcased his receiving skill set in 2019 and has always been sturdy in pass protection. Best suited for duties in a power run scheme, Taylor profiles as a Day One starter at the next level. With that said, durability is something to be concerned with given his collegiate workload when factoring his second contract.

Your turn, @NoleinATL.

Liz - I saw that Minnesota got this pick in a trade with the Bills for Stephon Diggs...would Minny take this guy?

 

[NoleLizards]

Liz - I saw that Minnesota got this pick in a trade with the Bills for Stephon Diggs...would Minny take this guy?

Forgot about that...No they wouldn't.

 

[NoleinATL]

With the 27th pick in the 2020 PGSF NFL Mock DRaft the Seattle Seahawks select

Xavier McKinney S Univeristy of Alabama

Perfect fit for Seahawks, can learn from Carroll and restart Legion of Boom secondary


By Lance Zierlein
NFL Analyst
NFL Comparison
Chauncey Gardner-Johnson
Overview
Ascending safety prospect offering a combination of plus athleticism, field awareness and versatility. McKinney split time equally at slot, free safety and in the box and is accomplished in each. His coverage instincts, athleticism and quick-twitch burst are more cornerback than safety, which is why he's likely to be a coveted toy for teams looking to upgrade and diversify their sub-packages. He can sit in center field all day if needed, and he's an adequate open-field tackler but has room for improvement in that area. McKinney represents the new breed of versatile, matchup safety with high upside as an early starter.
Strengths

• Known for high football IQ and field toughness
• Versatility to match up with every personnel grouping
• Plus burst with impressive change of direction in space
• Smooth backpedal with agile feet and fluid hips to weave with quarterback
• Adequate ball-tracking and poise when the ball goes up
• Speed for foot race over the top in Cover 1
• Intent on deciphering the quarterback's eyes
• Anticipates and cuts under breaks looking for takeaways
• Recognizes route combinations and adjusts coverage accordingly
• Has instant burst to close and strikes with intent
• Uses length to clamp and roll as tackle finisher
• Takes smart angles into alley to clean up spillage
• Above-average blitz talent from mugged-up A-gap or off the slot

Weaknesses

• Had three interceptions, but could, and should, have had three more
• Allows separation underneath when staring into the backfield
• Lost coverage leverage twice against South Carolina in two-deep
• Needs to recognize and navigate rub routes
• Small windows stay open when attempting to bait throws
• Got beat for touchdowns in 2019 when matched on big targets
• Allows receivers room when he's right there to squeeze
• Inconsistent gather and balance as open-field tackler
• Can lose tackle positioning when he becomes impatient

 

[NoleLizards]

Liz - I saw that Minnesota got this pick in a trade with the Bills for Stephon Diggs...would Minny take this guy?

@NoleinATL A kind passerby pointed out that Minnesota had acquired Buffalo's first round selection via trade recently. The list of picks I used in setting this up obviously did not yet reflect this change.

If there's no objection, I'll release Jonathan Taylor back into the pool and redo pick #22 for the Vikes....

 

[NoleLizards]

With the 28th pick, the Baltimore Ravens select K'Lavon Chaisson, Edge, Louisiana State University. 6-4, 250.

• 
  Baltimore's improved defense was a huge reason they finished with the league's best record in 2019. However, following the departure of longtime stalwart edge rusher Terrell Suggs, the Ravens struggled to generate a consistent pass rush without blitzing (which they wound up doing nearly half the time on pass attempts, most in the league). The explosive Chaisson overcame injury in college to become a dangerous threat to LSU's opposing QB's down the stretch in '19.
  
  Per The Draft Network (Marino):
  
  PROS: The type of build and mobility to drool over. He’s thickly built throughout his frame with ideal length. Springy bounce in his steps in every direction and he’s extremely loose throughout his frame, particularly in his hips and ankles. Has all the flexibility needed to corner and bend. Has been tasked with a host of responsibilities both in space and at the line of scrimmage. First step and closing burst are exceptional. Smooth and explosive out of both a two- and three-point stance. Lethal shooting gaps. Has upside on man (situationally) and zone coverage. Coverage drops are fluid and he trusts his technique to reach landmarks. Holds his own exchanging power with offensive linemen in the trenches, setting firm edges and squeezing gaps. Long arms and heavy hands. Looks comfortable in space and he plays with unrelenting urgency. Pass rush variety developed quite a bit in 2019, showcasing speed rush, bull rush, stabs, counters and spins to get home. His athletic profile and fluidity is a tough assignment for offensive linemen and there were times Chaisson just ran circles around them.
  
  CONS: ACL tear in 2018 cost him all but the season opener. Still has room for upward growth as a pass rusher in terms of developing his vision to read the set of his blocker and attack in the most effective way. While the rush variety has improved, timing and deployment of moves is still developing. Still has room to fill out his frame and add functional strength.
  
  BEST TRAIT - Burst and Bend
  
  WORST TRAIT - Production
  
  RED FLAGS - 2018 ACL Tear
  
  NFL COMP - Andre Carter
  
  When it comes to K’Lavon Chaisson, the toolbox is overflowing with explosive burst, freaky bend and a motor that never runs idle. His foundation to work from in terms of developing his pass rush skill set is rare. A versatile defender, LSU had Chaisson work in space and on the line of scrimmage. The notion that he can’t defend the run is poppycock and Chaisson is highly effective slashing gaps and exchanging power in the trenches. Chaisson may be a touch inexperienced but LSU tasked him with responsibilities that speak to his overall versatility and football IQ. While he has room to grow, there just aren’t physical restrictions present and his ceiling is incredibly high. Early in his career, taking advantage of his physical gifts and having him shoot gaps is probably his best course to seeing the field but it shouldn’t take long for him to become an all-around dynamic edge defender that offers his team incredible versatility.

@NoleinATL What do you think about a receiver at pick 22 for Minnesota to replace Diggs? Jalen Reagor perhaps??
https://thedraftnetwork.com/articles/tuls--takes--top-2020-prospect-matchups-of-week-9

 

[NoleinATL]

@NoleinATL A kind passerby pointed out that Minnesota had acquired Buffalo's first round selection via trade recently. The list of picks I used in setting this up obviously did not yet reflect this change.

If there's no objection, I'll release Jonathan Taylor back into the pool and redo pick #22 for the Vikes....

Sounds good. Go ahead and make 22 and then I will make 29


On a bad note. This kind of error will likely cost you a dock in pay after I speak to the other GM’s.

 

[NoleLizards]

Sounds good. Go ahead and make 22 and then I will make 29


On a bad note. This kind of error will likely cost you a dock in pay after I speak to the other GM’s.

Darn! I can't afford to lose pay during these times.

I just edited pick 22 to reflect the correction.

You're up, @NoleinATL. ...And thanks again, @Nolerball!

 

[NoleinATL]

With the 29th pick in the 2020 PGSF NFL Mock Draft the Tennessee Titans

Yetur Gross-Matos Edge, Penn State University



Perfect slot for Yetur, is an instant upgrade for run and pass rush defense.

Draft Express write up

ANALYST'S REPORTS
Marino
Crabbs
Harris

• 
  PROS: Long levers and he knows how to use them. Fairly effective at winning with first contact, using his length and playing with extension. For a taller, longer defender he’s generally committed to keeping his pad level down. Absolutely love his motor - relentless pursuer of the football and he makes his share of plays based on effort alone and chasing down from distance. Eats up turf with his initial steps as a pass rusher. Has the ability to turn, flatten and win around the outside hip of the offensive tackle. Has rushed from a variety of alignments, including on the interior. Showcases good hand combating skills to keep his pads clear. Deploys a variety of swipes, counters and combinations to clear contact. Has enough power the point of attack to set a firm edge, fight pressure with pressure and squeeze gaps. Features a massive wingspan and it shows up when tackling. Routinely makes tackles outside his frame and he has excellent range.
  
  CONS: Has room for growth in deploying his pass rush counters with more consistency. Has some issues ID’ing against the run and he’ll misdiagnose and get out of his fits. Overall processing speed can stand to get better and there’s still some calculation to his execution.
  
  BEST TRAIT - Length
  
  WORST TRAIT - Processing
  
  RED FLAGS - None
  
  NFL COMP - Carlos Dunlap
  
  Yetur Gross-Matos features a loaded toolbox of traits and enters the league after compiling 94 tackles, 34.5 tackles for loss and 17 sacks across his last two seasons at Penn State. While he is still developing his processing skills, Gross-Matos has every quality needed to become a dynamic pass rusher and run defender at the next level. His blend of burst, length, size, power and fluidity is impressive and his deployment of his traits leads to disruptive moments on tape. Gross-Matos may not be an immediate impact guy, but he should develop steadily across Year One while his Year Two/Three ceiling is exciting. Gross-Matos is best suited for duties as a 4-3 defensive end but I can see the advantage of getting him in some standup opportunities to alleviate some of his ID’ing inconsistency with his hand in the dirt.

 

[NoleLizards]

With the 30th pick, the Green Bay Packers select Denzel Mims, WR, Baylor. 6-3, 206.

Green Bay has no consistent receiving threat besides Devante Adams. Aaron Rodgers gets a shiny new toy as Combine ace Mims exchanges one green and gold for another.

Per The Draft Network (Crabbs):

• 
  Route Tree - He doesn't run the most diverse tree in the world and his breaks can at times be telegraphed — needs more nuance to his route stems. That said, his body mobility and skill to snap off breaks is sufficient, especially for his size. He's best on back shoulders, fades and vertical routes where he can hand-fight.
  
  Hands - He's got really plucky hands, impressive catch radius and he's consistently snatching the ball away from DBs. His ability to erase inaccurate throws is notable both along the sideline and when his passer misses high. Willing hands catcher in traffic to boot, won't alligator arm tight window throws.
  
  Contested Catch Ability - He's really effective in scenarios where he's able to box out defenders and put his frame between the ball and the defender. He's so long, difficult to play through his hands because he's crafty to elevate with timing to meet the ball at the highest point. Soft hands show up here to secure the ball away from the body.
  
  RAC Ability - He's surprisingly explosive for such a long body. He's not overly fluid to break a pursuit angle with a hard stop but he's got good field vision and an active free hands to create issues at first contact. Strong, has carried a defender on his back on more than one occasion to pick up additional yardage.
  
  Football IQ - He's coming along here. Understands how to attack with angles out of his stance and close ground on defensive backs, but he needs more flavoring with his breaks to keep DBs on their heels. Natural ball skills to identify the football and natural sense of sideline awareness and ability to navigate tight spaces.
  
  Vertical Receiving Skills - He's big time when the ball is in the air. He's springy and shows great elevation skills to collect the ball even in tight spaces. His flight adjustment to work himself into position under the ball is effective to keep himself in stride as the football arrives.
  
  Change of Direction Ability - He's not super sudden and his high, lean frame doesn't provide him a ton of foot speed but that said, his steps are crisp and deliberate. He's most limited in hard lateral cuts, doesn't have a lot of juice to spring or drive out of a contact window or away from a tackle and as a result he's more linear with his explosion.
  
  Speed - Long speed is very good. He's got a very apparent track background and in the open field when he opens his strides up he's capable of flying down the field. He's got better short area acceleration than you'd expect and on more shallow angle breaks he carries is speed very well.
  
  Competitive Toughness - Tough! He's not a physically dominant presence but I love the attitude he brings to the perimeter on stalk blocks or at the catch point. Not easily deterred by contact and uprooted from his track of the ball. He's got assertive rip at the ball to ensure no one gets trash into his body to hinder the catch.
  
  Blocking Ability - Long arms are really effective here to keep his hands engaged and be a persistent pest on the boundary. He's got good effort here and effective leg drive to stay attached. Slow plays his stalk release before driving inside and against press coverage he gets hands on quickly and converts into a power press at the LOS.
  
  ---
  
  Best Trait - Catch Radius
  
  Worst Trait - Lateral Quickness
  
  Best Film - Texas (2019)
  
  Worst Film - Texas Tech (2019)
  
  Red Flags - None
  
  Summary - Denzel Mims projects as an X-receiver at the NFL level. With his notable catch radius, physical play and high end body control, Mims projects as a potential starter at the pro level. He brings developing routes and effective play side blocking to the field — which will help him find reps early on in his pro career as he looks to add further refinement to his game. Mims enjoyed a career season in 2019 and appears to have the arrow facing up as he transitions into the pro game.

Take it away, @NoleinATL

 

[NoleinATL]

With the 31st pick in the 2020 PGSF NFL Mock Draft The San Francisco 49er's select

Kristian Fulton CB LSU



After off season injuries in defensive backfield, Fulton adds depth and has potential to be day one starter

By Lance Zierlein
NFL Analyst
NFL Comparison
Quincy Wilson
Overview
Press-man cornerback whose 40 percent rate of completion as an LSU Tiger may not tell the entire story as an NFL prospect. Fulton has good size and is usually searching to make plays on the football. He plays with decent eye balance in off-coverage but can be a tad late with response time. Once he gets behind he tends to stay behind against multi-breaking routes and his long speed and recovery burst are below average. Fulton showed improvement throughout the year, but his confidence has been an issue at times. When the pros and cons are balanced, he appears to be a good backup with a chance to work up the ladder.
Strengths

• Well-built as an outside cornerback
• Allowed 40 percent completion rate since 2018
• Solid athleticism and foot agility
• Can extend mirror-and-match of release
• Plays through receiver's catch-side underneath
• Looks for chances to make plays and rarely complacent
• Works hard to prevent being stacked downfield
• Some success pressing Alabama receivers
• Reads receivers' hands/eyes with back to the ball
• Drives with burst on football from off-man

Weaknesses

• Suspended all of 2017 for falsifying specimen for drug test
• Inconsistent staying in route phase from press
• Plus route-runners can shake and separate
• Confidence has been flighty at times
• Glitchy hips in transitions for in-breaking routes
• Struggles to find early recovery burst
• Long speed could be a concern on next level
• Loses balance and positioning downfield
• Tardy responses to quarterback's clues in off coverage
• Below-average toughness/technique as tackler

 

[NoleinATL]

I made a run on that LSU team

@NoleLizards you are up to wrap it drafts first round

 

[NoleLizards]

With the 32nd pick, the world champion Kansas City Chiefs select Kenneth Murray, LB, University of Oklahoma. 6-2, 234.

The Super Bowl champs had an amazing season obviously, but one problem that plagued them was rush defense. Murray is one of sure-to-be a few picks made in this draft to improve it.

Per The Draft Network (Solak):

• Tackling: Explosive athleticism and rocked up frame with big length illustrates a distinctly powerful and consistent tackler. Has a bit of a high wrap-up area because of his taller frame, but he can win wrapping around shoulder pads or the upper body with success. Good grip strength and strike power with his upper body to knock or wrench his opponent off his base, and can drag down with success given size/strength. Radius is large and his extra gear of burst helps him get into tackles on the edge others would miss.
  
  Range: Delightful on the hoof. Has a great speed profile for a player of his density; good initial explosiveness with strong recognition ability on sideline and boundaries plays, and then a second gear to close the final angle and get to the contact point. Has some trouble gathering his final momentum and can be a runaway freight train at time.
  
  Block Deconstruction: Odd struggles here. Will initiate contact with length and look to shock with aggressive hand placement, but doesn't maintain control over his opponent and rag doll or shuck with any consistency. Wins leverage but then maintains it and doesn't work to cross face in those moments that it makes sense. As such, gets stonewalled often and frequently finished as well as he tries to fight through power instead of using his hands to shed. Has good flexibility to slip blocks on the run and get his hips back into the line of scrimmage.
  
  Toughness: Great contact balance in tight alleyways and does a great job surviving contact in the first level to keep his feet and get involved in the tackle. Effective when taking on kick out blocks and pullers and has good stopping power against backs and linemen alike. Willing to generate velocity into contact to deliver a strike and will finish aggressively when the opportunities arise.
  
  Mental Processing: I really do think he sees things quick, even for some of the flabbergasting and exasperating moments on film. Clearly has a good instinct for flow and will get on his horse to beat opponents to their landmark on wide zone plays. Sifts through pullers and climbers nicely on complex looks with multiple offensive linemen on the move and regularly gets to the right area of the field, though over-pursuit is a common issue that must be addressed. Instinct not nearly as developed in space, especially in zone coverage, as it is when playing downhill.
  
  Decision-making: Surprisingly tepid player who seems at times arrested by his own process. Regularly remains too deep off the line of scrimmage and fails to scrape close to his defensive linemen, leaving room for cutbacks, climbers, or otherwise offensive work to make him wrong in space. Will hesitate with an open gap square in front of his hips to shoot and look to scrape over the top to boundary tackles he has no chance of making. Does not maximize his length, physicality, or burst.
  
  Short Area Quickness: Not a nimble player. Too upright, with a long stride length and a ton of momentum when he's on the move. Not an inflexible player, actually has a bit of looseness and swivel to his hips and can get sufficient hip sink when he's looking to redirect, though internal knee bend seems unhealthy. With that said, has to take multiple steps to gather and explode opposite. Has enough quickness to get into his zone drops or flip his hips in man coverage against tight ends, however, which is a big deal.
  
  Man Cover Ability: Infrequently used in man coverage responsibilities but clearly has some translatable ability. Length and explosiveness helps him stay connected on tight end routes, but he's able to flip his hips and carry crossers opposite him given his athletic ability. Has no experience carrying routes downfield and cannot be trusted early to tag seam runners or wheels, though the potential is there. Concerning blitz rate in man coverage concepts indicates he's being hidden.
  
  Zone Cover Ability: Solid zone coverage player in simple responsibilities at this time, but more will be needed from him in the league. Controlled and fluid in most of his drops, though he can get suckered in by backfield action/QB eyes and get happy feet, squaring himself to the line of scrimmage. Does not yet have good instincts for routes developing behind him and will unintentionally overlap with his teammates, exposing players in space. Struggles mightily to recover after play-action gets him into the backfield. Experience needed here.
  
  Round Grade: Incomplete
  
  Best Trait: Range
  
  Worst Trait: Decision-Making
  
  Player Comparison: Stephone Anthony
  
  Summary: Kenneth Murray is a Day 2 linebacker prospect with a higher ceiling in a different scheme. Behind the slanting front of Alex Grinch and against complex, pulling Big 12 offenses, Murray struggled to generate a high impact play between the tackles, as he was frequently scraping and working to redirect his momentum into the backfield. Murray projects best to a 3-4 SILB or 4-3 SAM role, that allows him to play directly downhill into the trees and blow up blockers, while making strong plays into the boundary with his unique speed and length at his size. Murray is a high upside prospect if deployed correctly, and is a candidate for Year 2 starting responsibilities if he improves his zone coverage drops.

@NoleinATL I went ahead and continued the odds/evens for round 2. You may begin whenever you wish (unless someone else would like to jump in and take the Bengals... @Nolerball ??)

 

[NoleinATL]

With the 33rd pick in the 2020 PGSF NFL Mock Draft the Cincinnati Bengals select

Isaiah Wilson , OT University of Georgia




Got to protect the franchise and Wilson could turn into a very good tackle in coming years-The guy is a mountain of a man and still young so could be a fixture for years

By Lance Zierlein
NFL Analyst
NFL Comparison
Phil Loadholt
Overview
Big, broad right tackle prospect with outstanding physical traits and above-average potential. Wilson's play was a bit uneven depending on his matchup, but his level of play showed improvement in-season. He's a little inconsistent hitting his landmarks as a zone blocker but should fit nicely into a man-based blocking scheme. A potential lack of range in pass protection could lead to over-sets and subsequent troubles with inside counters. Wilson has elite size and length. There's buzz surrounding his NFL projection, but early work might be needed for both his footwork and technique in order to play with desired consistency as a starter.
Strengths

• Broad through chest and back with tapered waist
• Possesses elite size and body composition
• Hard to negotiate for work-around defenders
• Massive frame gets natural movement at point of attack
• Able to maul and seal the gap as base blocker
• Torque power to widen lanes with kick-out blocks
• Moldable traits for big step forward in pass protection
• Pass protection consistency improved during the year
• Long with strong inside jab to stall rush counters
• Above-average redirect footwork for his size

Weaknesses

• Just two seasons of college football experience
• Lurches forward, diminishing balance as run blocker
• Needs better control and pace to keep blocks centered and sustained
• Struggles with backside cut-off blocks
• Needs to keep hands inside on base blocks
• Tight hips hinder range to meet edge rushers at the turn
• Sets with weight too far back in his stance
• Wide hands and narrow base diminish his anchor
• Footwork is very much a work in progress

 

[NoleLizards]

With the 34th pick, the Indianapolis Colts select A.J. Terrell, CB, Clemson University. 6-1, 195.

The Colts need for corner help is increasingly urgent following the departure of Pierre Desir. ...So Indy spends its first pick of the 2020 Draft to bolster the position.

Per nfl.com:

By Lance Zierlein,NFL Analyst

NFL Comparison-Pierre Desir

Overview
Long, press-man cornerback with thin lowers, but good overall size. Terrell has the foot agility and patience to pedal and mirror the release or jab and ride on it aggressively. He's an above-average athlete with quick burst to close out space in tight quarters, but he's not a classic click-and-close talent from off-man and issues with balance prevent sudden stops to shadow at the top of the route. The size and ability to hound 50/50 balls deserve recognition, but he lacks ballhawking traits, which could cap him as an average future starter.
Strengths

• Played in high-leverage matchups in the postseason
• Has ability to grind on receivers from press
• Punches inside shoulder and leverages release outside
• Backpedal is low and steady
• Adequate foot agility to mirror
• Patient allowing release to develop before declaring hips
• Maintains feel in early stages of the route and is quick to crowd the receiver
• Hip flip from pedal is twitchy and relatively clean
• Reads quarterback's eyes from Cover 3 shuffle
• Plays into receivers in tight quarters, disrupting catch timing
• Springy jump-ball challenger with plus body control and soft hands

Weaknesses

• Took on water in National Championship Game against LSU
• Could face concerns about handling jump in competition
• Leggy, with thin lower half and high center of gravity
• Struggles to gather and remain in phase with comebacks
• Pops up tall and false-steps driving downhill from top of his pedal
• Angles to the catch-point need to become more aggressive
• Loses focus from Cover 3 shuffle, allowing receivers to get behind
• Recovery speed appears to be very average
• Needs to fill and support run with better consistency
• Takes angles of an arm tackler

@NoleinATL You're up. I agree wholeheartedly with your Cincy pick...The Bengals absolutely have to improve their o-line.

 

[NoleinATL]

With the 35th pick in the 2020 PGSF NFL Mock Draft the Detriot Lions select:

Jordan Love QB Utah State




Detriot is in a win now situation , but getting a possible replacement for Stafford in the second round is too hard to pass up at this time. Love is in a perfect position to learn from Stafford for a year or two and eventually take over the position

By Lance Zierlein
NFL Analyst
NFL Comparison
Blake Bortles
Overview
Challenging evaluation for quarterback-needy teams balancing traits and potential against disappointing 2019 tape. Staff turnover and new starters across the offense are partly to blame for his regression, but self-made flaws in process were also concerns. Love's accuracy took a step back, and his delayed reaction from "see it" to "throw it" when making reads is troubling. He has the arm to stick throws into tight windows but needs better eye discipline and anticipation to keep windows open. His size, mobility and arm talent combined with his 2018 flashes could be a winning hand that leads a team into the future or a siren's song of erratic play and unfulfilled potential.
Strengths

• Tall in the pocket and smooth, natural thrower
• Keeps ball tucked and secure while scanning the field
• Tight spirals come from a variety of arm slots
• Offenses built upon intermediate and deep reads/throws
• Confident passer attacking between the hashes
• Makes athletic pocket exits when scrambling
• Good open-field vision and speed to move the sticks
• Arm strength to dime it into windows
• Drops deeps balls in with plenty of air and touch
• In 2018, trusted big receivers to make plays on 50/50s
• Arm talent and swagger to attack field side Cover 2 hole
• Has access to expedited, compact release when pressured

Weaknesses

• Consistency and production took massive step backward in 2019
• Looping windup part of slower operation time
• Too much staring and telegraphing
• Six games with multiple interceptions, including three pick-sixes
• Below-average decision-making against zone looks
• Allowed coverage to swarm due to lack of anticipation
• Unusually spotty ball placement forced targets to work for catches
• Completed just 31.8 percent of his deep throws
• Doesn't slide to safer launch points enough
• Will void viable pockets at times
• Needs to use eyes to hold safeties longer
• Issues bringing in off-target snaps, leading to fumbles

 

[NoleLizards]

With the 36th pick, the New York Giants select Noah Igbinoghene, CB, Auburn University. 5-10, 198.

The Giants added James Bradberry in free agency, but they still have a ways to go in improving a porous secondary. The raw but highly promising Igbinoghene possesses a double dose of Nigerian Olympian bloodlines and will also provide a huge boost to the NY's return game.

Per NFL.com:

By Lance Zierlein,NFL Analyst

NFL Comparison-Darqueze Dennard

Overview
Stocky but explosive receiver-turned-cornerback whose play generates both intrigue and concern. He's extremely physical from snap to whistle with the strength to alter route timing from press. He's a good athlete with a plus burst to close. He's naturally aggressive to ambush catch tries. Staying in phase on the vertical plane is a challenge and pattern recognition is surprisingly average. Improvement is likely with more experience and technique, but playing with downfield poise is not guaranteed. He's good in run support and offers early special teams help as he continues to learn his craft.
Strengths

• Very strong and very physical
• Explosive athleticism
• Tremendously competitive with outstanding practice habits
• Treats press jam like a sparring session
• Repetitive strikes to inside shoulder help grind on the release
• Instant acceleration to open and chase
• Low center of gravity for quicker change of direction
• Shows ability for early recovery in short spaces
• Aggressive challenges diminish receivers' focus at catch point
• Heavy chops through receivers' arms and hands force incompletions
• Good balance and radar as open-field tackler
• Two career kick return touchdowns and gunner talent

Weaknesses

• Very raw with just two years playing the position
• Lacks natural footwork and fluidity in space
• Inconsistent mirroring release and timing up his opening
• Slow to sort what he sees from off coverage
• Eye balance between receiver and quarterback is lacking
• Plays with all power and no finesse
• Below average at staying in phase with the route
• Panic sets in with his back to the ball
• Yellow flags find him when he doesn't find the ball
• Tackles up high and needs to lower his target aim

@NoleinATL You're up...We can call it a day whenever you're ready.

 

[NoleinATL]

With 37th pick in the 2020 PGSF NFL Mock Draft The Detriot Lions select

D'Andre Swift RB , University of Georgia




If this were to happen the Lions would break their neck running to the podium to get this pick in: Swift is a 3 down back without much wear and tear and platooning during his time at UGA. Huge upgrade to their backfield


ANALYST'S REPORTS
Solak
Harris
Crabbs
Reid
Marino

• 
  Vision: Nuanced player with some solid instincts to his game. Reads unblocked overhangs, stack linebackers, and rotating safeties really well and is able to adjust his plan to second-level flow with great reflexes. Has excellent open-field vision for working against pursuit into space and feels angles really well when working laterally to understand when he can bounce outside of contain successfully. First level vision isn't as developed and his instincts for DL working across face or exchanging gaps isn't as developed.
  
  Burst: Flicks the switch and goes, man. Has the ability to win on stretch runs by making contain player wrong with great initial path to force defenders to declare, then excellent burst to work opposite their choice. Can climb into the second and third level rapidly when holes open up for him on a straight line between the tackles or when working zone flow. Will burst through arm tackles as well.
  
  Change of Direction: Angular style runner with a devastating dead leg/jab step outside of his frame to execute quality cuts without losing momentum. Not necessarily an elusive or quick player who is a bit heavy on his feet; not a candidate for making defenders miss head-up in space without in some way initiating contact. One-cut slasher style is present in his game, which sweetens his zone runner outlook.
  
  Power: Well-built for his frame with good density throughout and particularly impressive size in his shoulders and chest to deliver hit stick blows when he drops his pad level. Generally smaller frame does not lend itself well to winning against much bigger first and second level defenders, but has natural leverage and great leg drive to win in tight quarters. Will be upright into contact at times when he seems to be caught thinking instead of acting.
  
  Second-Level Speed: Not a burner. More of a one-gear runner who has excellent burst but then isn't able to open his stride and really blow the roof off the thing. Is often caught in pursuit from closing safeties and cornerbacks. Ability to vary speeds is excellent and that's where he generates his explosive plays, but he doesn't really run away from anyone.
  
  Contact Balance: Has quality balance in large part because of his admirable approach to contact: he initiates and look to run through, instead of taking on contact with timidity or just an off-hand screen. Lowers his shoulder and drops his hips and looks to spin through or power through contact, often successfully. Can get a bit too contact-drunk and minimize his own in-space ability by hunting out tackle-breaks.
  
  Decision-Making: Doesn't make many mistakes, but doesn't make many plays, either. Regularly follows zone flow by the book in the tackle box and burrows his head for modest gains when backside cuts are available, and he's invariably successful on them. Reads leverage on pullers correctly initially but will become too oriented on getting north and fails to account for defenders working across face. Generally too conservative for his athletic ability and would benefit from a looser leash.
  
  Pass Catching: Really impressive profile. Has multiple adjustment catches that include tracking ability down the field or extension catches with soft hands outside of his frame. Runs a full route tree for the position and was occasionally aligned out wide. Explosive cuts on option routes and gets head back with intention even when he's a checkdown option. Quality player here.
  
  Pass Protection: Has the frame and technique down, and vision is generally solid here, but proactivity could improve. Is too brisk working to a check release and will miss delayed rushers as he leaks through a different gap. Patience improvements would make him a high-quality NFL player in this regard.
  
  
  
  Round Grade: Incomplete
  
  Best Trait: Pass Catching
  
  Worst Trait: Decision-Making
  
  Pro Comparison: Dalvin Cook
  
  
  
  Summary: D'Andre Swift is an early Day 2 candidate for teams looking for a three-down starter in a wide zone system. Swift is a highly effective runner outside the tackles with a unique blend of physicality, acceleration, and body control to maximize space and confound angles when in the second level. Swift has multiple years cached as an important member of the pass-catching game and has a developer route tree and trustworthy hands for the NFL level. Between the tackles and in tight spaces, Swift can adhere too strictly the physical brand of play that Georgia champions, as well as the chalkboard design of the running scheme, which minimizes his playmaking ability. Swift would be better served in a spread offense that maximizes his angular, tempo running style with strong zone flow.
  

 

[NoleinATL]

You are up @NoleLizards---we can start back up tomorrow whenever you are ready

 

[NoleLizards]

You are up @NoleLizards---we can start back up tomorrow whenever you are ready

One more pick, and I'm done for the day.

 

[NoleLizards]

With the 38th pick, the Carolina Panthers select Marlon Davidson, DL, Auburn University. 6-3, 297.

For the 2nd time in 3 picks, the abundant pool of Auburn defenders is dipped into as Carolina addresses the interior of its defensive line in the wake of Gerald McCoy's departure via free agency. (I get the idea that we could have put together a decent mock with just SEC players.)

Per The Draft Network (Marino):

• 
  PROS: Love his first step and release out of his stance, especially for a guy that spent so much time serving as a standup 3-4 outside linebacker. Hands are heavy and he does well to keep his pads low. Pop in his punch, leverage and a quick first step are strong traits to forecast him to an interior role at the next level. Excellent lateral mobility and he’s more fluid than expected. Plays with great juice and energy. Motor is always cranked. Blocked three kicks last season despite not having long arms. Highly effective with his footwork and stride length to set up his pass rush, often forcing blockers out of their set. Showcases good rush variety and strings together moves well Ragdolls tight ends in the run game. Competes hard for his gap against the run.
  
  CONS: Was miscast as a 3-4 outside linebacker at Auburn so his move to the interior is a projection although he has the requisite traits to execute. Doesn’t have great length and it shows up on tape. Blockers are able to get into his frame too frequently and he has to work overtime to clear contact. Has a tendency to drop his eyes when engaging with blocks. Has room to grow in terms of block recognition and processing.
  
  BEST TRAIT - Heavy Hands
  
  WORST TRAIT - Processing, Length
  
  RED FLAGS - None
  
  NFL COMP - Breeland Speaks
  
  A four-year starter at Auburn, the NFL team that selects Marlon Davidson will need to figure out the best position for him to play and develop his skill set. In 2019, Davidson primarily served as a 3-4 outside linebacker but he projects best to an interior role at the next level. His quick first step, heavy hands, effort, physicality and low pads translate nicely to a three-technique role in a 4-3 front but he’s versatile enough to execute in multiple spots. Davidson’s lack of length will require consistent technique at the next level and he has plenty of room to grow in terms of processing. Davidson is likely a niche, sub package player early on but he has the upside to carve out a prominent role a multi-front defense at the next level with playmaking upside against the run and pass.

 

[Nolerball]

Forgot about that...No they wouldn't.

Liz - Not that I would balk about this pick it the Vikes DID take him (you can never have enough good RBs imho). But they have Dalvin, and Mattison and Boone are a nice compliment, and just agreed to re-ink CJ Ham. Taylor might make Boone dispensible, I don't know. But I figured they need:

WR (with Diggs gone)
CB (Waynes and Rhodes are gone, as is Alexander, I think)
DE (everson Griffin-gone)
DT (Big Lindel Joseph is gone)

Got some needs which they may address before taking an RB...

 

[Nolerball]

Sounds good. Go ahead and make 22 and then I will make 29


On a bad note. This kind of error will likely cost you a dock in pay after I speak to the other GM’s.

NiA - go easy on him...it was just me, an almost 50 year long suffering Vikings fan. I don't know enough to contribute anything, really, to a draft. Just pointing out my teams (obvious) shortcomings...

 

[NoleinATL]

With the 39th pick in the 2020 PGSF NFL Mock draft the Miami Dolphins select

Jonathan Taylor RB Wisconsin

Hard not to go with Akers, but Taylor is projected higher on all boards. Think he also fits the mentality of this team and if he improves as a pass catcher can be a complete back.

By Lance Zierlein
NFL Analyst
NFL Comparison
Ryan Mathews (with durability)
Overview
Supremely productive, well-built runner with an all-day, every-day mentality that helped lead him to three Big Ten rushing titles. Taylor runs with bend and burst as an outside runner and has home-run speed once he gets into the open field. He displays an ability to weave around interior traffic but might have evolved into more of a thinker than reactor inside due to fumbling issues and the litany of loaded fronts he faced. His patience and understanding of the where/when of blocks allowed him to thrive in multiple run schemes. He's more body puncher than knockout artist, wearing down his opponents with carry after carry. His traits, toughness and talent should make him an early starter with a solid ceiling and more third-down potential than we saw at Wisconsin.
Strengths

• Prototypical height, weight, speed and durability
• Hit 200-plus yards 12 times during career
• Rarely rushes the run and allows lead blocks to eat
• Deep line of scrimmage press for cutback freedom
• Sinks, plants and cuts with one-cut talent
• Navigates and flows with contours of the run lane
• Burst around the corner outpaces pursuit
• Former track man with a breakaway gear
• Plays with good bend and forward lean
• Balances through contact for additional yardage
• Possesses talent to make something out of nothing
• Chops out legs from under blitzers
• Showed some route-running ability against Northwestern

Weaknesses

• Tallied over 300 touches in all three years
• Wear and tear could be a concern for NFL teams
• Fumbled 15 times over three years
• Occasional hesitation processing interior
• Lacks fluid jump-cuts
• Slows feet and covers into contact inside at times
• Anticipates second-level moves instead of splitting defenders
• Not a powerful pile mover in tight quarters
• Limited catch total with elevated drop total
• Play lacked confidence and energy against Ohio State in-season

 

[NoleLizards]

With the 40th pick, the Houston Texans select Ross Blacklock, DT, Texas Christian University. 6-3, 290.

Thanks to de facto GM Bill O'Brien's quirky (to put it nicely) personnel decisions, there are plenty of needs across the board from which to choose. Run stuffer D.J. Reader has moved on in free agency, so the Texans go with a freakish athlete and one of the top players left on the board to address the interior of their d-line.

Per nfl.com:

By Lance Zierlein, NFL Analyst

NFL Comparison-B.J. Hill

Overview
Flashes menacing disruptive qualities as a gap seeker, but is just ordinary when forced to sit and take on blocks. Blacklock rebounded from a 2018 Achilles injury and showed off basketball quickness that was often too much for a single blocker. However, his technique and hand usage need work, as he's inconsistent holding the point and keeping his feet. He's a hit-or-miss run defender, but he's a relentless pass rusher with elite lateral quickness and change of direction to exploit interior galoots and open pathways to the pocket. Blacklock needs development as a one-gapping three-technique with rare movement talent and intriguing rush potential.
Strengths

• Extremely athletic and agile in short spaces
• Knees stay bent and pads stay low
• Snappy initial quickness
• Can find and split a double-team crevice
• Leverage and leg drive to play under and through edge blocks
• Rush instincts of a defensive end
• Never in one place for long as a rusher
• Elite lateral quickness and directional change unlock his disruption
• Changes speeds and stride length to tilt blockers and loosen the edge
• Plays with fast hands and sudden arm-over
• Impossible for only one player to mirror
• Relentless pass-rush energy

Weaknesses

• Missed all of 2018 with Achilles tear
• Drops head into double-team challenges
• Inconsistent as two-gapper
• Struggles keeping pads square on the move
• Needs improved hand placement and angles for quicker shed
• Knocked around by interior power
• Ends up on the ground too often
• Loses rush momentum to a stiff punch
• Failed to convert pressures to sacks at a steady clip

Your selection @NoleinATL .

 

[NoleinATL]

With the 41st pick in the PGSF NFL Mock Draft the Cleveland Browns select

Ezra Cleveland , OT Boise State University



The perfect name for the perfect position need. Cleveland had an outstanding combine and that made analysts appreciate his film even more, although he did struggle against Florida State in a terrible game that gave me stomach pains.


By Lance Zierlein
NFL Analyst
Overview
Athletic left tackle able to make all outside zone blocks in the run game, but in dire need of additional mass and functional strength. Tape work can be tricky as Cleveland suffered a turf toe injury in his second game of the 2019 season and was unable to practice for much of the year. Issues anchoring and redirecting edge pressure are independent from his injury, but determining the impact of that injury on his play is challenging. He plays with patience and technique but lacks base width and contact balance. Cleveland has the athleticism to play swing tackle for a zone-based offense but needs to get much stronger to hold up as a starter.
Strengths

• Low cut frame with desired center of gravity
• Ability to accelerate and cross-face from backside
• Consistent reach and seal as play-side blocker
• Smooth to climb and connect on work-ups
• After contact, works feet/hips into position to secure the block
• Foot quickness to stay connected to blocks in space
• Quick out of stance and into initial pass slides
• Patient approach in pass sets
• Quiet hands with direct punch and quick resets
• Consistent posture through pass sets

Weaknesses

• Play strength is a major concern
• Struggles to punch and separate
• Trouble sliding and washing down inside moves
• Gets walked into the pocket by speed-to-power charges
• Opens up outside halfway too early in pass pro
• Needs better punch timing to improve his length
• Limited knock-back pop and movement as drive blocker
• Will coast at times rather than finishing blocks
• Not much clinch and secure grip strength
• Not a naturally nasty finisher

 

[NoleLizards]

With the 42nd pick, the Jacksonville Jaguars select Patrick Queen, LB, Louisiana State University. 6-1, 227.

Beloved ex-Nole Telvin Smith apparently is never returning, so the Jags need a new anchor for the middle of their defense. They catch a steal here with Queen, who many have going on day one of the Draft.

Per The Draft Network (Crabbs):

• 
  Football IQ - He's sharp! Sees things quicker than his teammates and routinely will get to the spot before blockers have a chance to square him up. Effective communicator and was tasked with a lot of different roles in college defense — excelled as a blitzer, scrape defender and in zone drops in pass coverage.
  
  Tackling - Explosive finishes thanks to dynamic short area quickness and plus length. He's got plus reach and his body mobility allows him to drive into tackle challenges when crashing late. He doesn't offer a ton of thud to stonewall backs but he's a confident fill tackler and doesn't let backs slip through grip.
  
  Block Shedding - Length helps him here a fair bit. He doesn't showcase exceptional hand power to stonewall blockers but he times his hand challenges well and has the lateral mobility to drop step and slide off of contact. He's slippery in gap shoots to get skinny and barrel through tight spaces for penetration.
  
  Competitive Toughness - Routinely a "first to the football" rally defender. His effort and range are phenomenal and he's gone 30+ yards down field in pursuit. His functional power isn't where he hangs his hat and best case scenario in tight quarters is to stalemate and stay low to leverage and hold ground, but that's not where he shines.
  
  Lateral Mobility - Fluid. His foot speed is excellent and allows for effortless redirection skills and mirror ability as backs press the LOS. His sideline to sideline range is something special — he's an effortless mover who flips his hips open without worry and can run down plays from the weak side if he's left unaccounted.
  
  Coverage Skills - His INT vs. Alabama (2019) was a thing of beauty. His understanding of routes and when/where to shade his landmarks are next level and as a result he's constantly flashing underneath throws in the MOF. Peripheral vision and anticipation shine through here as well. Didn't get a lot of looks in man to man.
  
  Gap Shooting Ability - Short area quickness and trigger ability allow him to crash the party with regularity. Was the "attack" LB on the second level this year and with his slipperiness vs. first contact, explosive first step and anticipation he's proven to be quite the headache up front and must be accounted for on stretch runs to avoid penetration.
  
  Feet/COD - One of his best qualities. He's effortless in shallow steps, staying square and playing from a firm base in all phases. He's smooth, fluid and produces great force on off-kilter base or in redirection efforts. Rarely wastes steps and that provides great efficiency to arrive quickly to the football in traffic.
  
  Flexibility - His loose hips allow him to hinge and carry routes peeling around his zone with suddenness. He's able to coil and explode through his hips to drive forward or transfer through his core and deliver powerful blows with his pads. Lateral tilt when his tackle radius is tested is strong and helps to maximize his radius.
  
  First Step Explosiveness - He's got a ton of burst. His ability to cover ground of out his read steps will put him in prime position to challenge blockers on the plus side of the LOS. His blitzing skills are strong in both A-gap alignment at the LOS and when he's aligned off the football and given room to twist or peel into interior gaps.
  
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  Best Trait - Fluidity
  
  Worst Trait - Functional Power
  
  Best Film - Clemson (2019)
  
  Worst Film - UCF (2018)
  
  Red Flags - None
  
  Summary - Patrick Queen projects well as a starting linebacker in the NFL — he's got the sideline to sideline range to step into a MIKE role and has the impact in pass coverage to serve as a three down linebacker — a critical blend that should significantly help boost his value. Queen isn't a thud linebacker and excels most when he's afforded free range to scrape and flow, but his football IQ does allow him to beat blockers to the spot. He's an impact starter and a viable plug and play rookie.

Take it away @NoleinATL .

https://thedraftnetwork.com/articles/studs-and-duds-the-2020-lsu-tigers-edition

 

[NoleinATL]

Nice pick with Queen. He was on my short list