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

[NoleinATL]

With the 69th pick in the 2020 PGSF NFL Mock Draft The Carolina Panthers select

Bryan Edwards, WR University of South Carolina

A little high, but best on the board with good size and played well during better competition. Carolina has to get Bridgewater some weapons

By Lance Zierlein
NFL Analyst
NFL Comparison
David Terrell
Overview
Consistently productive, four-year starter with size to fight for tight-window throws and speed to challenge over the top. Edwards is capable of eluding press for quick releases into routes and strong enough to fight back against grabby coverage at the top of the route. His quick acceleration creates early vertical windows for quarterbacks, but he needs to get better at bodying up and controlling the 50/50 catch space. While he should be able to polish up his route-running, the hands may always be hit or miss. He's a projectable "HWS" (height-weight-speed) prospect with WR2/WR3 potential.
Strengths

• Very good size and play strength
• Consistent production against quality SEC competition
• Used on all three levels by the South Carolina offense
• Shifty creating space to release against press
• Sells vertical push to create catch cushion underneath
• Physical battling route-maulers short and deep
• Adequate ball tracking downfield
• Activates quick hands for sudden throws on slants
• Able finish a crowded catch

Weaknesses

• Has had issues with focus drops throughout his career
• Leans into route turns allowing corners to squeeze it
• Needs to fine-tune his route-running
• Long-strider with limited suddenness in and out of breaks
• Can do a better job of using size on 50/50 throws
• Average wiggle and toughness as catch-and-run option
• Lack of effort hurt his running game against Georgia

 

[NoleLizards]

With the 70th pick, the Miami Dolphins select Jalen Hurts, QB, (most recently) University of Oklahoma. 6-1, 218.

Remember in the 2012 draft when Washington double-dipped at QB with Kirk Cousins after picking a very talented but injury prone RGIII at the top of the first round?? Pepperidge Farm remembers...and so does Miami. This "luxury" pick is made possible in part due to the Dolphins having already addressed so many needs in free agency. Hurts and Tua have a history of working together successfully in the same QB room and should push each other to excel in the NFL, as well.

In the meantime, Hurts could be utilized as a "Swiss-army" type occasionally a la Taysom Hill with the Saints. JH possesses the rushing ability of a back and can therefore be used to bewitch opposing defenses in short yardage/goal line situations.


Per The Draft Network (Marino):

PROS: Talented runner which should be a big part of his utilization at the next level - get him on the move, designed runs and zone read are all part of what can make him difficult to defend. Has general accuracy down the field and he’s aggressive to give his weapons chances to make plays on the ball. Willing to challenge leverage advantages against man coverage and work the football with touch between zones. Knows when to take something off his pitches and when to dial up the fastball. Does well to find quick throwing platforms when pressured and he generally keeps his eyes down the field when the rush closes. Will stare down the barrel and take a shot without hesitation. He’s a tough dude. Has all the mobility needed to navigate the pocket, make people miss and extend plays. Thrives off structure. Has impressive moments of moving off his spot to find a throwing lane to work the ball down the field. Has the throwing power and arm strength to make any throw. While it can be to a fault, Hurts is patient in the pocket and allows his routes to develop. Highly respected at both Alabama and Oklahoma for his character and intangibles.

CONS: Slow processor that doesn’t work efficiently enough in rhythm. Has a tardy trigger and he prefers to throw to targets that are established as open. Only has general accuracy and his passes tend to float on him. Supporting cast elevates him. CeeDee Lamb bailed him out routinely. Can he read it and rip it or does everything have to be schemed? Has a windup in his throwing motion which is especially problematic because his trigger is already slow. Lower body mechanics are sloppy. Rarely generates consistent follow through and his trail leg is all over the place - not great when you struggle with ball placement. Weight transfer is erratic. Has plenty of issues with his internal clock. Progressions, eye manipulation and throwing to an NFL route tree are pretty foreign to him.

BEST TRAIT - Legs, Intangibles

WORST TRAIT - Processing, Accuracy

RED FLAGS - None

NFL COMP - Tyrod Taylor

Jalen Hurts is an accomplished college quarterback that brings a dynamic dual-threat skill set to the table. With that said, he’s far more advanced as a runner than passer and considerable growth is needed for him to become a triggerman of an NFL offense. While he found great success in college tapping into his athleticism to extend plays and making throws outside of structure, he’ll need to develop his ability to execute in rhythm at the next level. For that to happen, he’ll need to sharpen up his processing skills and develop more consistency with his trigger. From an arm talent and physical tools perspective, there isn’t much missing with Hurts but his ball placement and decision making as a passer need significant improvement. There are notable concerns with his lower body throwing mechanics that if fixed, could help him become more consistent with accuracy. Working through progressions and throwing to an NFL route tree will require time to develop, in addition to the other areas that need work. Hurts is physically gifted but he’s more of a project entering the league and will take time before he’s ready. His intangibles and athletic ability should create some opportunities for him to make plays in sub packages early in his career.

You're up @NoleinATL.

 

[NoleinATL]

Dolphins need to call us, we are putting together quite the draft for those guys

 

[NoleLizards]

Dolphins need to call us, we are putting together quite the draft for those guys

When I was a fan for 25+ years, they never listened then.

 

[NoleinATL]

With the 71st pick in the 2020 PGSF NFL Mock Draft , the Los Angeles Chargers select

Troy Dye, LB Oregon

Active tackler who needs a good supply of deer antler spray to take the next step


By Lance Zierlein
NFL Analyst
NFL Comparison
Zach Cunningham
Overview
It's easy to fall in love with the tackle production, football IQ and sideline-to-sideline range but his slight frame and difficulty keeping weight on could become a major stumbling block for him in the way teams view his pro potential. His skill set and recognition are best suited along the inside, but due to his size, he might need to ply his trade as an outside 'backer in a 4-3 defense. He has three-down talent with the aptitude to cover or blitz and is in line to go from plus-backup to eventual starter if he can keep good weight on his frame.
Strengths

• Scouts say he keeps the locker room loose
• Gutted it out with a broken thumb against rival Washington
• Known for his high football IQ
• Has history of elite tackle production dating back to high school
• Willing to flow downhill and leverage gap despite thin frame
• Reads keys and runners simultaneously to find his fits
• Uses length and a crisp punch to stack and separate from blocks
• Reactive quickness and springy lateral movement to snare a gap away
• Speed to range and tackle across field
• Can play on third downs
• History of success in harassing quarterbacks as a blitzer
• Able to run in coverage down the field
• Adequate production in pass coverage

Weaknesses

• Scouts worry about willingness to grind on a daily basis
• Super thin frame with long, skinny legs
• Gets mauled by power when he's not first with his hands
• Doesn't see it or feel it quite as well as an outside linebacker
• Needs to stay square in lateral pursuit to prevent losing backside leverage
• Unable to stick and stop with force as solo tackler
• Fooled by play-action more than a few times in 2019
• Drops into space were a little cumbersome
• Long legs create challenges with short-area pattern matching with running backs

 

[NoleLizards]

With the 70th pick, the Arizona Cardinals select Reggie Robinson II, CB, University of Tulsa. 6-1, 205.

Patrick Peterson has been a stalwart at one corner for the Cards for many years. Here Arizona drafts a fast-rising prospect with a similarly alliterative name in an attempt to fill the slot across from him. RRII showed off 4.44 speed at the Combine to go along with his impressive size & physicality.

Per nfl.com:

By Lance Zierlein,NFL Analyst

Overview
The size, length and ball production offer up hope, but Robinson's lack of speed and athletic traits could prevent him from maintaining playmaking positioning as a pro. He has average instincts, but his length can be a disruptive factor in close quarters. If he can crank up his run-support intensity, he might get looks as a zone corner or a safety.
Strengths

• Has size and strength of an NFL cornerback
• Productive ball magnet this season
• Able to shade and constrict landing area on deep sideline throws
• Plays to his length when allowed to zone up
• Finds ways into catch space
• Modest instincts when playing with eyes on the quarterback
• Big striker for a cornerback

Weaknesses

• Tight hips bring slow flips from press
• Struggles to mirror and match the release
• Poor balance in matching and phasing routes
• Unable to make up ground when he gets behind
• Carries prolonged hitch to plant and drive down on throws
• Needs more aggression attacking blocks
• Staying in phase with routes is a major issue

 

[NoleinATL]

With the 73rd pick in the 2020 PGSF NFL Mock Draft The Jacksonville Jaguars select

Jordan Elliot , DL Missouri

Highest graded defensive lineman in SEC last year , could be a starter year one

By Lance Zierlein
NFL Analyst
NFL Comparison
Kawann Short
Overview
Skilled hand-fighter with explosive upper body strength to stack, read and react in an odd or even front. Elliott has experience in a variety of alignments, allowing teams to move him up and down the line depending on matchups. He's more consistent controlling gaps than shooting them and has moments when the motor cools and he doesn't finish. He was highly respected by opposing teams and faced additional help as a pass rusher. He'll face more one-on-one looks as a pro and could take a big jump forward as a rusher if he keeps working to add moves and counters to go with his early push. Elliott is scheme-diverse and offers high upside with the talent to become a starter in Year 1 or 2.
Strengths

• Low-cut with bend and leverage in his favor
• Leaner than early in career, carrying good lean mass now
• Flashes ability to shoot gaps or control them
• Lateral quickness to cross-face blockers
• Well-schooled in the art of hand fighting for top position
• Uses core strength to lock out and control point of attack
• Twitchy shed for quick wins
• Stays square sliding down line with block engagement
• Good balance and agile feet in tight quarters
• Transfers power from hips to hands to jolt blocker early in rush
• Keeps hands active

Weaknesses

• Slower reaction time off the snap
• Sack production lacking
• Needs to build momentum on initial rush move
• Unable to long-limb around the edge as rusher
• Inconsistent secondary activity as rusher
• Occasional issues anchoring against down blocks
• Loses track of ball-carrier and will void his fit
• Needs to finish run duties and make more plays
• Motor cools down when he's in pursuit

 

[NoleLizards]

@NoleinATL The Dye pick is intriguing...Perhaps he should spend a few weeks at my house to put on some weight.

 

[NoleLizards]

With the 74th pick, the Cleveland Browns select Logan Stenberg, Guard, University of Kentucky. 6-6, 317.

Browns fans' dreams of a playoff berth in 2019 was derailed in large part to inferior offensive line play. Between free agency and this draft, there's a complete overhaul occurring. After double-dipping at tackle, Cleveland now focuses on upgrading the interior.

Per The Draft Network (Crabbs):

Functional Athleticism - He's stiff. Pretty underwhelming range to his game on account of high pads and linear base, he's going to struggle any time he's tasked with gearing down in space or redirecting himself at sharp angles — frame isn't kind to keeping a low center of gravity for these circumstances.

Football IQ - Long-tenured starter who hasn't shown very many issues with mental processing or errors in his execution — sufficient communicator up front and has done well to handle gap and man exchanges based on exotic looks he's given in the pre-snap.

Anchor Ability - Natural strength is pretty impressive and allows him to throw the e-brake when he's tested with pure power. Defenders who lack mobility aren't going to find a lick of pressure on him because his brute strength and length does really well to stuff up power rushes — even though his hips are fairly static.

Hand Technique - He's got vice grips for hands — if he's able to set the hook the odds of you getting out of the grasp are slim to none. He's fairly disciplined to not overextend himself or prematurely flash hands to set himself up for hand counters — which is vital since his lateral mobility hinders his recovery ability.

Balance - Top heavy. He's going to struggle to drive and redirect if he's isolated in space. He's not easily bullied but lateral contact can tilt him and create lag in getting collected and into pursuit to the target. He does play with awareness, though — doesn't bite off more than he can chew with what he asks of his mobility.

Pass Sets - Quick footed defenders can get pressure when slashing across his face due to poor foot speed. He doesn't maintain ideal width in his base once penetration occurs, which can yield some quick transitions to flip hips and carry the rusher. In close quarters, he's very difficult to slip and work through.

Flexibility - Almost nonexistent bend throughout his frame. He plays so high because his hips don't provide him any relief to coil and stay low. There's little he can provide in lateral situations as well to open hips and ride defenders out — everything is linear. No coaching can remedy these anatomical restrictions.

Power at POA - He's a brute! Jackhammers 3Ts out of the way and brings a lot of pop into the power run game. His hands do a lot of the heavy lifting since he's fairly handcuffed with rolling his lower body power through contact but he'll thrive on inside runs at the next level.

Length/Extension - Has all the reach and extension you could possibly want from a guard, especially critical for him given how immobile he is in lateral situations to help maintain gap integrity and maximize his margin for error and sustained blocks. Shows punch power and hand grip at the far reaches of his wingspan, too.

Competitive Toughness - Appreciate his demeanor as a tone setter on the inside. He's a bully and plays on the edge quite frequently, for better or for worse. He'll need to make sure he toes the line and doesn't get popped for personal fouls or unnecessary roughness, but that's the price you pay for someone with his demeanor up front.

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Best Trait - Power at POA

Worst Trait - Flexibility

Best Film - Tennessee (2019)

Worst Film - Georgia (2019)

Red Flags - None

Summary - Logan Stenberg projects as a starter in a gap/power heavy scheme at the pro level. Stenberg is a mauler with a tenacious demeanor and will be an effective tone setter — although he does have his limitations. Stenberg is not a dynamic mover and his stiffness will present issues with remaining stuck on his blocks for an extended period of time. In all, Stenberg's wins in close quarters outweigh his lack of range and influence on the fringes.

Your pick @NoleinATL.

 

[NoleinATL]

With the 75th pick in the 2020 PGSF NFL Mock DRaft the Indianpolis Colts select

Jacob Eason QB Washington

This guy has all the tools and will benefit from learning under Rivers.

By Lance Zierlein
NFL Analyst
NFL Comparison
Carson Palmer/Brock Osweiler
Overview
His elite size and arm talent are reminiscent of Carson Palmer, but issues with pocket poise and getting through progressions cleanly are more reminiscent of Brock Osweiler. Eason is fun to watch when he's ripping throws around the field and taking deep play-action shots, but a lack of mobility inside and outside the pocket is troubling, considering his ineffectiveness when pressured. He's relatively inexperienced and should continue to develop from the pocket, but poise is hard to fix, and handling exotic blitz packages is not a given. He's a pro-style, play-action-based quarterback with average starter potential and an average backup floor.
Strengths

• Strapping pocket-passer prototype
• Has frame and arm strength to excite evaluators
• Accuracy is his working default on most throws
• Can step and rip it between two levels of defenders
• Velocity helps mitigate average anticipation
• Arm strength to challenge secondary anywhere on field
• Deep-ball accuracy on play-action shots
• Alters trajectory to outpace trailing coverage deep
• Big hands secure the football through contact
• Willing to hold and throw through edge pressure
• Disguises screen intentions

Weaknesses

• Deep dropbacks hurt his pass protection
• Setup for quick outs and slants takes too long
• Inconsistent timing on intermediate throws
• Needs to trust the route runner and avert gaze early on
• Was highly ineffective under duress
• Fails to expedite his process when pressure mounts
• Shows tendency to drop eyes and panic against the interior blitz
• Below-average escapability and running talent
• Takes sacks rather than getting rid of the ball
• Needs to improve footwork and discipline for full-field reads
• Circles up and out of the pocket if half-field reads aren't open

 

[NoleLizards]

With the 76th pick, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers select Ashtyn Davis, S, University of California. 6-1, 195.

Two years after passing on two future stars at the position, the Bucs choose a safety in the third round for the second straight year trying to try to strike gold. Davis is a hard-hitting fireplug who will bring blue-collar toughness to the Tampa secondary.

Per The Draft Network (Marino):

Coverage - Projects nicely to serving as a one-high safety or playing deep halves/thirds. Showcases good range on the backend and he can cover considerable ground. Like how he leverage routes and squeezes zones. Showcases good understanding of zone coverage spacing. Has the quickness and speed to rotate late and reach landmarks. Can situationally hold his own in man coverage from the slot.

Tackling - Physical hitter but isn’t always the most reliable tackler. Has a bad tendency to drop his head on contact which leads to whiffs. Isn’t consistent clearing contact and getting himself in ideal positioning to finish and tackling outside his frame is problematic.

Processing - Clean processor that doesn’t often get his wires crossed but processing speed can certainly improve. Awareness in zones to routes and the football is sound. Run fits are inconsistent.

Ball Skills - Has made some impressive plays on the football and his short area quickness and fluidity helps allow him to be disruptive when challenged. Does well to read the eyes of the quarterback and flow into throwing lanes. Wouldn’t label him a ballhawk but he has the ability to make plays on the ball when tested.

Range - Dynamic range. He can stay over top of routes and flow sideline to sideline. Love his ability to close distances rapidly whether that’s in pursuit against the run or tracking the football. No limitations here.

Physicality - No questions at all about his toughness and willingness to be physical. Has a track and field background, but he shouldn’t be stereotyped. Needs to improve his technique clearing blocks in pursuit and tackling form to maximize his desire to finish.

Play Speed - His speed and athleticism is obvious when watching his film. Springy footwork and he quickly covers ground. Has the range needed to serve as a single high safety. Has enough juice to win in man coverage. Processing speed can speed up.

Flexibility - Really like what he offers here. Has the fluidity to stay connected as routes break. Transitions a fluid and his change of direction ability is impressive. Won’t present limitations on account of stiffness.

Versatility - Has lined up all across the formation for the Cal D, including deep, in the slot, as a robber and in the box. Doesn’t profile well as a box safety at the next level. Should be a four phase special teams contributor.

BEST TRAIT - Range

WORST TRAIT - Run Support

RED FLAGS - None

NFL Comp - Damarious Randall

Ashtyn Davis wasn’t recruited to play football but found his way to becoming one of the Pac Twelve’s best defensive players as a walk on. His best fit at the next level comes as a traditional free safety that lurks over top and uses his athleticism to work in pursuit. In addition, he has matchup-specific appeal to work in man coverage from the slot. Davis is a tough and physical player but he must clean up his tackling form, improve his understanding of run fits and do better to shed blocks in pursuit. Davis has immediate upside in subpackages and as a four-phase special team player with the upside to start by Year 2/3.

@NoleinATL You're up.

 

[NoleinATL]

With the 77th pick in the 2020 PGSF NFL Mock Draft the Denver Broncos select

Lloyd Cushenberry III OL LSU

Lloyd played inside for the Tigers, and can move anywhere on the line for the Broncos who have to protect Locke

By Lance Zierlein
NFL Analyst
NFL Comparison
Corey Linsley
Overview
Starting-caliber center with big hands, long arms and good core strength to match power on power when needed. Cushenberry isn't rigid or stiff, but he does have some limitations with lateral quickness, which show up against athletic edge rushers and with potential run game limitations in space. He's extremely difficult to bull-rush and is rarely beaten to the punch in his pass sets. LSU was frequently tasked with five-man protections in its passing scheme, which put Cushenberry on more of an island than he will see as a pro, so scouts should account for that. He's a do-your-job prospect with the strength to handle an odd-front nose and could be a long-time starter.
Strengths

• Powerful with good core strength and outrageously long arms
• Usually first to the frame in run game
• Possesses core power to stalemate base block in run game
• Swings hips into wall-off positioning for A-gap runs
• Sticks early, stiff jab into frame of the nose tackle and works to extension
• Sets up in pass protection with great posture
• Keeps head back and chin tucked through the rep
• Plays with excellent hand placement in his punch
• Good grip power and core strength to anchor against power
• Controlled climber when working up to MIKE linebackers
• Smooth block-to-block pass-offs when handling twists

Weaknesses

• Limited range as a run blocker
• May need to play in smaller spaces for maximum effectiveness
• Needs help from guard to create good movement at point of attack
• Loses positioning against length
• Inconsistent keeping blocks pinned and out of tackles
• Oversets and has lunging pop-up when working out to gap rushers
• Cross-face rush counters give him some trouble
• Allowed too much pressure around his edge
• Needs to keep his feet from deadening in mirror phase

 

[NoleLizards]

With the 78th pick, the Atlanta Falcons select Zack Moss, RB, University of Utah. 5-9, 223.

Atlanta added Todd Gurley in free agency and choose the bowling ball Moss here to complement the arthritic veteran.

Per NFL.com:

By Lance Zierlein,NFL Analyst

NFL Comparison-Marion Barber

Overview
Watching Moss' game tape is like watching an exercise in controlled violence on just about every carry, but his vision, balance, patience and wiggle are additional skills that help to make him a well-rounded runner. There is some wear and tear that could lend additional importance to his medicals and he may need to become more discerning with his physical challenges if he wants to see a second contract. He is a great fit for gap and inside zone-heavy rushing attacks and could become an effective, instant starter.
Strengths

• Well-built with power dispersed throughout
• Both patient and urgent gears at his disposal
• Runs with rare calm in the face of early penetration
• Underrated vision to process and game plan beyond the line of scrimmage
• Adequate burst inside with feel for the contour of the running lane
• Short-stepping running style with elite contact balance
• Arm tacklers might want to call in sick
• Absorbs contact like a cement truck
• Spin moves toss tacklers aside
• Drops and squares pads as a finisher
• Small space power to move the chains and find the paint
• Has ability to handle third down duties if called into action

Weaknesses

• Tight hips limit turn radius on first and second level
• Additional gather steps before making the cut
• Average overall game speed
• More likely to elude and punish rather than string moves together
• Running style could lead to durability concerns
• Had season-ending surgery on meniscus in 2018
• Quicker than fast and unlikely to run away from NFL speed
• Fumbling has been a small concern in the past

@NoleinATL Your pick.

 

[NoleinATL]

nice pick Liz

 

[NoleLizards]

nice pick Liz

Thanks. Tevin and Devonta departing has left some room in the Falcons' backfield.

My daughter's been "temporarily" laid off and is on her way over to visit/eat dinner with us. About time to start winding it down for the day.

 

[NoleinATL]

ugh, sorry about the laid off part, but enjoy dinner

will make last pick and we can pick it up tomorrow

 

[NoleLizards]

ugh, sorry about the laid off part, but enjoy dinner

will make last pick and we can pick it up tomorrow

Same...Thanks.

 

[NoleinATL]

With the 79th pick in the 2020 PGSF NFL Mock Draft the New York Jets select

Ke"Shawn Vaughn RB Vanderbilt

we all know Gates hates Bell, so lets add some more fire power to the RB room


By Lance Zierlein
NFL Analyst
NFL Comparison
Jamaal Williams
Overview
Comes into the league with NFL size and toughness, but his success could be tied to scheme and blocking up front due to physical limitations. Vaughn is a tight-hipped runner who has issues with stop-start quickness and is unable to stack moves on top of moves. He's not hard to find, but can be hard to tackle. He's best suited to compete as a backup in a one-cut rushing attack from under center where he can build momentum and create yards after contact. His 2018 tape was better than his 2019 season and he appears headed for a middle-round selection.
Strengths

• Prototypical size of an early-down running back
• Muscular, well-built legs and arms
• Scored a touchdown once every 16.5 touches at Vanderbilt
• Former high school sprinter with finishing speed in open field
• Adequate lateral agility in tight quarters
• Consistent production despite suspect blocking up front
• Runs with patience as outside zone back
• Breaks through arm tackles regularly
• Keeps runs alive with leg drive and determination
• Plays up to his size and strength as pass blocker

Weaknesses

• Vision and ability to create for himself are average
• Very tight hips with very tight strides
• Can race to the edge, but struggles to flatten around the corner
• Takes time to accelerate after slowing feet
• Not much ability to avoid contact
• More of a "one move and finish" type runner
• Lacks NFL-level burst to shoot past traffic
• Very few carries of 20-plus yards this year

 

[NoleLizards]

With the 80th pick, the Las Vegas Raiders select Troy Pride Jr., CB, Notre Dame. 5-11, 193.

The Raiders signed Eli Apple in free agency, a move that hardly moves the needle as far as improving their corner play. Here's some Pride for the move to Vegas...Hopefully poise follows.

Per The Draft Network (Crabbs):

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  Man Cover Skills - He's pesky. Like his combative nature on the route stem. His consistency in rerouting releases can be a bit hit or miss and his transitions to flip and carry at times get too loose and allow too much space, forcing him prematurely into recovery mode. Movement skills to stay sticky on the hip.
  
  Zone Cover Skills - He'll be successful given versatility of coverages he ran in college. Keys quarterback well and does so while transitioning into match coverage to work and squeeze throwing windows. Short area movement skills to click and drive on throws from leveraged position are notable.
  
  Feet/COD - Smooth, quick feet that allow for effective slide along the LOS when he's tasked with press man. Helps him to cover for some lack of length — showcases good influence thanks to movement skills to get himself in the pathway of the release and disrupt timing. Like his ability to gear down quickly when carrying vertically and mirror.
  
  Ball Skills - His natural wingspan isn't great but he does showcase good body control and the ability to undercut and drive on throws working outside. He won't panic with his back to the ball and showed several times the awareness to play through the hands and dislodge the ball on the way to the ground.
  
  Flexibility - His hips are fluid! Really like his ability to open himself and get vertical quickly. Would do well with bail technique in deep third to allow him to key the passer — has that desired hinge. He shows needed bend through the needs and low hips when he's got to drop step and drive forward.
  
  Acceleration - He runs really well and shows effective speed, enough long speed to be left on an island unless you plan a ton of press man, where his inconsistency can cause some whiffs at release. He's more agile and quick in short spaces than he is a real long, leggy corner who will eat up turf in the flying 20.
  
  Defensive Spacing - His transitions can get him a little too loose to turn and run and when he's on the hip he can get a bit grabby as he feels things gearing down. Needs to find that "Goldilocks" zone of just right with balancing squeezing receivers to challenge them but also not over-impose and draw flags.
  
  Competitive Toughness - Dude is scrappy. Love his competitiveness and general fearlessness in coverage. His toughness is most notable at the catch point and in coverage, there's a little less enthusiasm or eagerness to mix it up in the pile or to jolt and collapse receivers on the edge to squeeze rushing lanes down.
  
  Run Support - Doesn't ooze effort on this front like he does at the catch point, may need a bit of a fire lit up underneath him in the run game. He doesn't have ideal length to press and extend to stack blocks, but he's got some good punch power to offset pads initially and then transition to find space to duck under blocks.
  
  Tackling - His explosiveness and quick feet kick in here and prove helpful as he mirrors or drives on ball carriers. Isn't going to dominate one on one tackle scenarios but he's an adequate catch point tackler and has the quickness to build force as a cut tackler to swoop in low against bigger ball carriers.
  
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  Best Trait - Feet/COD
  
  Worst Trait - Run Support
  
  Best Film - Virginia (2019)
  
  Worst Film - Clemson (2018)
  
  Red Flags - None
  
  Player Summary - Troy Pride Jr. is a high football IQ cornerback who has had experience running a number of coverages for the Irish. Pride Jr. projects as a viable cover corner in man coverage but has the instincts to play and exceed in zone coverage — he's at his best when he can key the quarterback. Pride Jr. isn't the most assertive player on the boundary to step and fill against the run, so a deep third role in Cover 3 would protect him from playing perimeter and allow him to cue the QB.

@NoleinATL You're up.

 

[NoleLizards]

@NoleinATL I'm going to go ahead and make another pick since it's ready to go. If you're too busy to continue or just tired of drafting, please let me know so I can stop researching.

With the 81st pick, the Dallas Cowboys select Javelin Guidry, CB, Utah. 5-9, 191.

After aggressively addressing safety both so far in this draft and also in free agency, the Cowboys now focus on upgrading at corner. Guidry turned heads at the Combine by blazing a 4.29-40.

Per NFL.com:

By Lance Zierlein,NFL Analyst

Overview
Twitchy and very athletic but lacking necessary feel for both man and zone coverages. Guidry will be one of the fastest players in the draft, but he's often in catch-up mode as his anticipation is not yet fully developed. He's a willing tackler and has the athletic ability to stay near his man and recover when needed. He needs more work and additional coaching but his speed and gunner potential might give him an outside shot.
Strengths

• Track guy with blistering speed
• Short but compact and well-built for a slot corner
• Has 300-pound bench press and above-average strength for his size
• Known for work ethic and desire to improve
• Feet are agile and athletic
• Very good recovery burst on crossing routes
• Body control and twitch to match routes within reason
• Forceful striker looking to jar throws loose
• Kick-cover and gunner potential

Weaknesses

• Big runners hammer on him in run support
• Needs better understanding of zone concepts
• Forced into drag-down tackle roll
• Lacks recognition of playmaking opportunities
• Not enough length to work around frames and play the catch
• Pattern recognition and instincts aren't good enough
• Ball skills downfield are underdeveloped
• Needs to get his eyes on the quarterback more

 

[NoleinATL]

@NoleLizards good pick for 81---you go ahead and pick 82 and we can stay on even odd course..

apologize for absence, I got roped into helping someone move from out of state into Florida and it was a two day nightmare--

anyways, pick 83 is locked and loaded whenever you are ready with 82..

 

[NoleLizards]

With the 82nd pick, the Las Vegas Raiders select Matt Hennessy, IOL, Temple University. 6-4, 302.

Vegas adds a three-year starter for the Owls to add depth in its interior o-line and compete for a starting job. Gruden loves to run the ball, so this pick is right up his alley.

Per The Draft Network (Marino):

• 
  PROS: A true technician with outstanding technique, range, football IQ and body control. Does a terrific job of establishing body positioning in the run game and finding leverage points on his opponents. Builds a consistent base to operate from with ideal foot quickness. Plays with terrific leverage, bend and posture that helps him stay square, sustain blocks and anchor. Punches are efficient, well-timed and properly placed. Body works in concert, with all pieces working together to execute with consistency. Plays under control and trusts his technique. Aware and alert in pass protection with an astute understanding of where to help when uncovered and he does a great job anticipating blitzers and responding. Three-year starter that earned a single-digit practice jersey that is reserved for the toughest players on the team.
  
  CONS: Not the most powerful blocker although he does well to play with great technique to maximize the functional strength at his disposal. Doesn’t have the length to consistently keep his chest clean but it’s a minor gripe. Doesn’t offer much in the way of position flexibility or scheme diversity.
  
  BEST TRAIT - Technique
  
  WORST TRAIT - Power
  
  RED FLAGS - None
  
  NFL COMP - Corey Linsley
  
  Matt Hennessy started at center over the last three seasons at Temple, earning a prestigious single-digit practice jersey that Temple gives to the toughest players on the team. From watching him compete on tape, it’s pretty clear that his practice habits are outstanding and that the honor was well-earned. Hennessy is a technically-refined, mobile, smart and controlled blocker that profiles as a starter in a zone blocking scheme. From his hand usage, bend, footwork and processing skills, there’s an obvious polish in the way Hennessy plays the game. It’s difficult to poke concerning holes in his game but he isn’t the biggest or strongest blocker which does box him in as a center that doesn’t offer much in the way of position flexibility or appeal in gap blocking run schemes. In the right role, Hennessy has a chance to make an immediate impact and projects as a long-term fixture as a starter.

Thanks @NoleinATL. You're up.

 

[NoleinATL]

Damn it. I had that one types up already. Good pick. Give me a second

 

[NoleLizards]

Damn it. I had that one types up already. Good pick. Give me a second

Give me all those picks in a row, it's bound to happen.

 

[NoleinATL]

With the 83rd pick in the 2020 PGSF NFL Mock draft the Denver Broncos select


Jonah Jackson IOL, Ohio State University






Overview

Guard/center prospect whose run-blocking and pass protection tape are polar opposites. He's not a natural bender and the hand placement is rough, making sustaining blocks a challenge. However, the narrow base as a drive blocker turns into a wide, balanced base in pass sets. He's a terrific processor of twists and blitzes who expedites his process and finds his work. If a team can improve the hands and body control they might have something, but he's more likely a backup option for teams targeting pass protection inside at guard or center.

Strengths

• Offers potential center/guard flexibility
• Continued improvement throughout the season
• Good base width and lateral slides in pass pro
• Very effective in handling twists
• Ties quick punch with rapid recognition to alter his targets
• Smooth skip pull and lateral footwork
• Ability to run second level blocks vertically on outside zone
• Finds his target and pathway as climb blocker
• Plays with desired aggression

Weaknesses

• Plays too tall landing run blocks way up the frame
• Unable to sink and create leverage points
• Inconsistent adjustments to stunting defenders
• Slow to activate hands and land them accurately
• Narrow base for man blocking causes him to melt off
• Body control can get away from him
• Could struggle against NFL length in protection

 

[NoleLizards]

With the 84th pick, The Los Angeles Rams select Jordyn Brooks, LB, Texas Tech University. 6-1, 245.

With the departure of Cory Littleton, the Rams select this Red Raider thumper to address the 2nd level of their defense. Brooks will have a long way to go to develop similar coverage skills to those of Littleton, but he does have plenty of speed to work with for that endeavor.

Per The Draft Network (Crabbs):

Football IQ - He's a "see ball, attack ball" defender who thrives when he's given the chance to react instead of anticipate. His sense of navigating gaps and attack forward is boosted by some slippery habits and potent first step, not necessarily because he has the fastest trigger or play diagnosis skills.

Tackling - His range is top shelf and his exposure to playing in the wide open BIG 12 has forced him into covering a lot of turf. His angles in lateral pursuit aren't always super consistent and he can be guilty of coming down the LOS too flat and overrunning the play. He's got explosive pads and sufficient wrap up skill.

Block Shedding - Fairly ineffective here, wasn't given a lot of reps where he was stepping down into blocks and actually challenging blockers. He's slippery and does well to drop the shoulder or shoot across the face but if you run down hill at him, he's going to struggle to stack up and hold his gap.

Competitive Toughness - High motor defender who flies all over the field and brings consistent pursuit skills. He's fairly dense and carries his weight well, offering some notable hitting power as he looks to prevent extra yards after contact. He's not the most potent plug defender, through — OL will give him troubles.

Lateral Mobility - Has sideline to sideline ability and the short area juice to embarrass blockers that don't feel or anticipate him crashing the party. He's fairly fluid in underneath drops as a zone defender, too. Loose hips to open and buzz as needed to cut off the ball or ball carriers alike.

Coverage Skills - Predominantly a short spaces defender — wouldn't put a lot of turn and run reps or man coverage on his plate. His best asset on passing downs is as a QB spy or when he serves as a pressure player. He has the physical tools to improve as a hash defender in zone over top of the slot, but expect growing pains there.

Gap Shooting Skills - When he sees a lane develop, he's through it before you know what hit you. He's got a really fun first step and his slashing style will create a lot of splash plays for any team that can find the balance of working him close to the LOS without having him worry about bumping heads with OL at the point of attack.

Feet/COD - Fluid athlete. Natural mover that has change of direction you'd expect from a defender that is 20 pounds lighter. That's his most appealing quality — he's able to transition and trigger very quickly and covers a lot of space thanks to explosive first step out of his read.

Flexibility - Fluid body control whose errors and missed tackles come more from a lack of discipline than they do any movement restrictions. He's pretty clean to drop his hips and gear down or tilt off his base and carry speed through his turns as he pressures the pocket or plays off the backside as a pursuit defender against the run.

First Step Explosiveness - Potent. He's got a lot of bounce and his ability to drive off the second level and still beat offensive linemen to the spot is pretty impressive. He'll bring an impact to a hybrid defense as an attack player on 3rd downs if he's let off the leash and encouraged to attack the pocket on a regular basis.

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Best Trait - Gap Shooting Skills

Worst Trait - Block Shedding

Best Film - Oklahoma State (2019)

Worst Film - Baylor (2019)

Red Flags - None

Summary - Jordyn Brooks projects as a sub-package defender at the NFL level. Working Brooks into a 3-down role is likely to require him to play the WILL, where his range and short area quickness can be amplified without tasking him to address blockers with consistency. Brooks' game is predicated around playing in space and being slippery to attack the LOS — his best value comes as a QB spy or blitz player. He's a fairly visual defender, so giving him free roaming reps is a must for best results.

You're up @NoleinATL.

 

[NoleLizards]

@NoleinATL I'm done for the day. My leg hurts...Have to get out of this chair. Will catch up in the morning.

 

[NoleinATL]

With the 85th pick in the 2020 PGSF NFL Mock draft the Philadelphia Eagles select

Cameron Dantzler, CB Miss St



Combine hurt him with his 40, but tape looks good0

By Lance Zierlein
NFL Analyst
NFL Comparison
Al Harris
Overview
Very long, stringy cornerback with surprising strength and a competitive mindset that had quarterbacks looking for easier battles elsewhere. He looks to suffocate and contest the route from start to finish and does an excellent job of maintaining phase in the vertical plane. His cover style will draw attention from NFL game officials early on, but the athleticism and length should allow him to trust his technique. He won't give up many explosive plays through the air, but is a high-risk tackler in run support and needs to do a better job of wrapping and finishing. Dantzler can play in a variety of coverages but is a future starter as a confident press-man corner with early starting potential.
Strengths

• Explosive athlete and former long-jump champ in high school
• Has plenty of confidence and competitiveness
• Impressive tape against LSU and Alabama
• Good anticipation to jump in squeeze slants
• Can hem up press release with patient but aggressive jams
• Crowds and stays in phase with routes outside the numbers
• Maximizes length to shield the 50-50 balls
• Rips through hands if he can't make the catch
• Smells a rat with route combinations overlapping coverage to find it
• Response time from zone is fairly immediate
• Sticks and drives back with suddenness from side-shuffle

Weaknesses

• Added weight but stringy build is who he is
• Bigger receivers can body him up at the top of the route
• Needs to limit handsy face-guarding as a pro
• Could struggle with early pass interference issues
• Loses positioning when turning to find ball with inside eye
• Slow to get off blocks in the quick game
• Not a square-and-wrap tackler
• Tackling style could lead to durability concerns in the future

 

[NoleLizards]

With the 86th pick, the Buffalo Bills select Netane Muti, Guard, Fresno State University. 6-3, 315.

The door is now open for the talented young Bills to dethrone the Patriots from their accustomed perch atop the AFC East. Buffalo seeks a powerful running game to complement its stellar defense and accentuate the frigid weather in western New York late in the year. Muti's a mauler who will certainly help in this regard.

Per NFL.com:

By Lance Zierlein,NFL Analyst

NFL Comparison-Isaac Asiata

Overview
Thick-boned guard prospect with heavy hands, booming upper body power and a limited amount of game reps due to a series of serious injuries. Muti plays a heavy, static brand of football that succeeds near his stance, but sees steeply diminishing returns when asked to venture from his home base. His hands and feet fail to cooperate, creating inconsistent balance and body control. He has adequate hands and feet for pass protection duties inside, but needs to upgrade his footwork. Muti has future starter potential for a downhill team, but his history of injuries could make buying in difficult on his draft slotting.
Strengths

• Looks the part of NFL-level guard
• Thick-boned with excellent mass throughout his frame
• Bulldozing upper body strength
• Uproots opponent's anchor when drive blocking
• Booming knock-back power off the snap
• Maintains ability to pop through first block and into second
• Efficient inside hands to the frame in pass pro
• Punches with very heavy hands
• Grip strength to latch and hang on through engagement
• Not a great bender, but still anchors against bull rush

Weaknesses

• Played just 19 total games over four years due to major injuries
• Initial footwork can be a little scattered and undisciplined
• Turns feet out after stance and sits down heavily
• Lethargic and limited as pull blocker
• Needs to control forward lean in pass pro and on positional blocks
• Body control through sustain can become ragged
• Upper body and lower body lack cohesion
• Extra wide pass pro base diminishes balance and recovery
• Will struggle against sub-package quickness and rush counters

You're up @NoleinATL.

 

[NoleinATL]

With the 87th pick in the PGSF NFL Mock Draft the New England Patriots select

Joshua Uche, edge rusher, Michigan



The guy is raw, but Bill could make him a stud at next level.

By Lance Zierlein

NFL Analyst

Overview

Balancing Uche's skill set and athletic potential against his inexperience and lack of instincts makes him a challenging evaluation. He's unlikely to find sustained success as a situational rusher, but it should be in play for a team to turn loose his rush instincts and agility inside the pocket as a blitzer. He plays with closing burst, can tackle and is smoother in coverage than expected, but the difference in becoming a pro linebacker instead of a short-term, hybrid athlete will depend largely upon improving his second-level instincts and finding an eclectic defensive mind to unlock his potential.

Strengths

• Compact build with good strength and speed
  
  
• Feet are sudden and lively on second level
  
  
• Athleticism and range for the position
  
  
• Impressive burst to close as tackler
  
  
• Schooled-up with his hands at point of attack
  
  
• Diversified rush attack this past season
  
  
• Good edge speed with ability to dip and bend at the top
  
  
• Added punch-and-go to gain separation and corner
  
  
• Factored as B-gap blitzer against Wisconsin
  
  
• Can peel and cover when lined up as rusher
  
  
• Good pop and redirect on tight ends into routes
  
  Weaknesses
  

• In a holding pattern between two positions as a pro prospect
  
  
• Lacks length and acumen to become full-time situational rusher
  
  
• Can be engulfed by size as edge rusher
  
  
• Feasted on lambs with much of his sack production
  
  
• Signs of confusion on second-level alignments
  
  
• Hasn't developed a linebacker's instincts yet
  
  
• Needs to learn to read keys and diagnose blocking scheme
  
  
• Could struggle in cover-man early on
  
  
• Stress fracture in foot and torn meniscus in his medical background
  

 

[NoleLizards]

With the 88th pick, the New Orleans Saints select Akeem Davis-Gaither, LB, Appalachian State University. 6-2, 219.

The Saints' strong-side linebacker position gets a big boost from the versatile Davis-Gaither.

Per The Draft Network (Marino):

PROS: Has plenty of juice and bounce in his step. Can close distances rapidly and cover plenty of ground. Undersized but he has some pop behind his pads. Generally does well to play behind his hands when taking on blocks and sifting through traffic. Unbelievably slippery working around blockers. Fairly urgent player that competes hard in pursuit. Has the foot quickness, flexibility and speed to function in man coverage against running backs and tight ends. Has been used a decent amount as a blitzer and found some success. Should be an easy projection to a special teams role at the next level.

CONS: He’s lean and looks like a safety. Will need to bulk up to survive on the second level in the NFL whether that is taking on contact and tackling or competing with running backs and tight ends in coverage. Isn’t immune to tardy responses and misreads. Fairly scheme-specific and role-specific type player. Doesn’t project well to stacking and shedding blocks in the NFL. Only a two year starter at Appalachian State.

BEST TRAIT - Quickness

WORST TRAIT - Lean Frame

RED FLAGS - None

For a team in search of a subpackage linebacker that is versatile in coverage but also thrives as a blitzer, Appalachian State’s Akeem Davis-Gaither is a desirable option. While he doesn’t come without restrictions, Davis-Gaither’s ability to win in space and play with urgency is valuable in today’s NFL. In addition to his value on defense, Davis-Gaither profiles as a four-phase special teamer which increases his value. He may have only been a two year starter at a non-power five school but he did earn Sun Bel Defensive Player of the Year as a senior. Positionless players like Davis-Gaither have a chance in today’s NFL and he is a poster boy for this new wave of defenders.

Your pick @NoleinATL.

 

[NoleinATL]

Nice pick Liz

 

[NoleinATL]

• 
  With the 89th pick in the 2020 PGSF NFL Mock Draft the Minnesota Vikings
  
  Amik Robertson, CB, Louisiana Tech

Love the way the guy plays, will overcome the size limitations and be a year one starter

By Lance Zierlein

Overview

Smallish, outside corner with tremendous intensity, swagger and toughness. Needs to handle the athletic challenges as a slot corner in the NFL. He gives rough rides to receivers trying to get away from his press before following it with route recognition and footwork to continue hounding his man. Physicality overtakes technique at times and he could struggle to mirror the release of savvy NFL slot receivers. The instincts and ball skills are rare and should translate to this level of competition in zone and man as long as he can shadow routes. Teams may worry about his size, but run support will not be a concern and Robertson could become a starting nickel as a Day 3 selection.

Strengths

• Big receivers don't scare him
  
  
• Punches above his weight with press disruption
  
  
• Rare ball production -- 14 career interceptions
  
  
• Top-shelf anticipation and instincts
  
  
• Can stay in phase and bird-dog intermediate comeback routes
  
  
• Reads route combos/breaks and jumps on top of them
  
  
• Short, twitchy steps for quicker breaks on the throw
  
  
• Sees every ball as his and overlaps coverage to go get it
  
  
• Crowds into receiver and carves out his own catch space
  
  
• Springy leaper with good high-point and soft hands
  
  
• Hits with everything he has as striker and tackler
  
  
• Better run supporter than most bigger corners
  
  Weaknesses

• Very short for an outside cornerback
  
  
• More physical than finesse with mirror technique
  
  
• Questionable hips and fluidity as potential slot corner
  
  
• Hasn't seen enough NFL-caliber receivers
  
  
• Lack of size exposed at top of the route at times
  
  
• Can be knocked off-balance when bodying big targets downfield
  
  
• Could have early trouble against NFL double moves
  
  
• Physical approach could lead to durability concerns

 

[NoleLizards]

With the 90th pick, the Houston Texans select Collin Johnson, WR, University of Texas. 6-6, 221.

DeAndre Hopkins is inexplicably no longer around to be Deshaun Watson's go to target. Working from a self-imposed hole, Houston drafts a big receiver who will hopefully lessen Watson's pain just a little bit.

Per The Draft Network (Crabbs):

Route Tree - Has expressed his appreciation for the art of route running — it shows. Deliberate releases and attack of the blind spot of defensive backs on the stem and utilizes hand fighting at the top of breaks to win positioning. He's most sharp on hard comebacks and slants to separate.

Hands - Hand size is a problem. If you watch him address the ball, you'll see some double catches and he'll let some finishes slip through his fingers. Disappointing layer to a physical, big bodied receiver but his catch radius is still above average. He should work around this limitation well enough.

Contested Catch - Lack of separation skills have forced him to have good habits at the catch point. He's really savvy with his space on the sideline. Appreciate his functional strength to box out and he's got plenty of potential on the back shoulder, given his wingspan and ability to stay rooted in prime real estate. Good concentration.

RAC Ability - Not much to offer here other than if he's into busted coverage or if he's able to gouge between zones. Lacks the long speed to pull away and win foot races and his lateral mobility and wiggle isn't overly inspiring either. He'll take what you give him, plus 2 yards when he's tackled.

Football IQ - High IQ player who does a lot of little things well. Like his attack of defenders on their stem and definitely has the wherewithal to take visual cues and alter his stem as needed based on leverage. Ran a variety of routes and has won both inside and outside. His sideline awareness is A1, top-shelf stuff.

Vertical Receiving - Doesn't have the burst vertically to force DBs into a dilemma on his press up the field. He can stack you with hand fighting if you're working in phase off his hip but otherwise he's going to have a hard time without a double move to get over the top of long, quick footed boundary cornerbacks.

COD Skills - He doesn't do anything at sharp angles, which is totally understandable considering his stature. He's a long strider — he's done well to develop good habits with footwork to not be off balance but he's simply lacking in the explosiveness or spring to cut hard and snap off of his pathway with force.

Speed - Needs a bit of a runway to get himself up to top speed. His flying 20 is effective given hi stride length but inside the first 10 or 15 yards he's going to have a hard time selling anyone on his vertical press at the next level. He moves well — for his size. But he's not effective in open field or trying off coverage.

Competitive Toughness - Dude is a total bully and I love it. He's physical, he plays up to his size and he'll knock defensive backs around with ease on crack blocks or stalk blocks with outside leverage. Functional play strength as a whole is one of his best qualities and he should be able to translate that to the next level as well.

Blocking Skills - Long arms, powerful grip and a sudden punch all add up to desirable results, especially when you factor in his plus effort on this front to win inside or outside leverage. Good club to hump into desired positioning when running corners off the LOS in man coverage.

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Best Trait - Football IQ

Worst Trait - Separation

Best Film - Oklahoma (2019)

Worst Film - LSU (2019)

Red Flags - None

Player Summary - Collin Johnson projects as a stereotypical X-receiver at the NFL level. He wins in tight spaces, defeats press with hand usage and strength and illustrates a large catch radius to contest errant throws. Johnson's lack of short area quickness and inability to consistently create separation on his routes will cause some headaches and tempers his upside, he's more of an ideal depth player and potential red zone target given his looming size. Johnson should stick long-term as a depth player.

 

[NoleLizards]

@NoleinATL Your pick. Keep up the great work!

 

[NoleinATL]

With the 91St pick in the 2020 PGSF NFL Mock Draft the Las Vegas Raiders select

Alohi Gilman, S, Notre Dame



sticking with big schools that Mayock loves, the Raiders snag a safety prospect who is a boom or bust at next level


By Lance Zierlein

NFL Analyst

Overview

His consistent urgency and aggressiveness makes you like him, but there are too many inconsistencies to love him. Gilman has quick run recognition and triggers hard into the box or alley to meet ball-carriers. Rallying to the ball isn't an issue, but his pursuit lacks control, as does his tackling at times. Mental busts in coverage hurt his team, but he has some man-cover potential worth exploring. Gilman has limitations, but the athleticism, attitude and special teams ability make him a prime candidate to be a core special-teamer and backup safety.

Strengths

• Competes hard on every snap
  
  
• Hard downhill trigger to find the ball-carrier
  
  
• Pursues like a mad man with excellent urgency
  
  
• Plays off of tight end and receiver blocks to tackle
  
  
• Forced five fumbles in three years
  
  
• Athleticism and toughness to match up on slot tight ends
  
  
• Adequate twitch and straight-line speed to recover
  
  
• Aggressive hands to fight through catch-point underneath
  
  
• Special teams ace in coverage
  
  Weaknesses

• Tape shows troubling mental busts in coverage
  
  
• Questionable timing and instincts to help over the top
  
  
• Lacks desired size for full-time box work
  
  
• Impatience in pursuit
  
  
• Gets trapped behind second-level traffic on wide-flowing plays
  
  
• Overflows the football, allowing cutbacks and chunk runs
  
  
• Needs better breakdown and control as tackler
  
  
• More of a drag-down tackler than wrap-and-run finished

 

[NoleLizards]

With the 92nd pick, the Baltimore Ravens select Gabriel Davis, WR, University of Central Florida. 6-2, 216.

The Ravens add a big strong target for Lamar Jackson.

Per nfl.com:

By Lance Zierlein, NFL Analyst

NFL Comparison-Terrance Williams

Overview
Big target with outstanding 2019 production in an offense that created favorable big play opportunities. Davis is a sideline threat with a good feel for creating space short and long through hand fighting. His build-up speed, ball-tracking and high-point talent can alter the success rate of deep throws for quarterbacks, but sluggish release quickness and predictable route usage are concerning. His size and downfield talent could push him up the board, but he won't get easy looks in the pros and may need more work and development than the 2019 production might indicate.
Strengths

• Had multiple touchdowns five times in 2019
• Consistently catches with extended hands away from frame
• Expert hand fighter short and deep
• Creates space for outside press release with stiff jab
• Stacks cornerback and gives gentle push-offs for vertical separation
• Wins over the top with timing and high-point extension
• Catch radius to turn overthrows into catches underneath
• Size and strength for all blocking duties
• Smooth burst at stem to gain ground on post routes
• Skilled ball tracker deep
• Double moves feature fluid stop-start

Weaknesses

• Excessive stutter-steps against soft press positioning
• Doesn't have threatening initial surge into routes
• Tight hips limit quickness into breaks
• Could struggle to find operating room as a pro
• Schemed into multiple one-on-one looks downfield
• Needs to get shoulders squared to throws to protect catch space
• Below-average talent after the catch
• Ran limited route tree
• Takes plays off when he's not primary target

You're up @NoleinATL

 

[NoleinATL]

With the 93rd pick in the 2020 PGSF NFL Mock Draft the select


Tyler Johnson , WR University of Minnesota





ANALYST'S REPORTS

Marino

Crabbs Harris Solak

PROS: Route technician that does well to set up his breaks and create leverage despite a lack of burst and agility. Uncovers quickly. Outstanding in contested situations where his ball skills, body control, physicality and ability to win through contact shine. Impressive ability to “go get it” despite not necessarily having the most size or length. Terrific ball tracking skills and adjustments to the football. Wins in the air and frequently climbs the ladder to snatch the football. Production grew every year in college with back-to-back 1,000-yard and double-digit touchdown campaigns to finish his career. Play strength is a top-tier trait.

CONS: Lacks explosion, long speed and dynamic twitch. Route pace is inconsistent and there are times it takes him too long to get off the line. Doesn’t have great separation quickness at the top of routes and his burst to the football is missing. Doesn’t have consistency with his hands and there are frequent reps where he fights the football. Doesn’t profile as a yards after catch threat in the NFL.

BEST TRAIT - Contested Catch Ability

WORST TRAIT - Burst, Speed

RED FLAGS - None

Minnesota wide receiver Tyler Johnson has been a polarizing prospect. What is clear on tape is his ability to win in contested situations, physicality and route running technique. With that said, his below average separation quickness and long speed suggests that congested catch points will be the norm for him at the next level. If given free releases from the slot, Johnson should find production despite some of his limitations but he will likely have struggles separating against NFL corners in man coverage.

FINAL EVALUATION

 

[NoleLizards]

With the 94th pick, the Green Bay Packers select Malik Harrison, LB, Ohio State University. 6-3, 246.

Green Bay further bolsters its rush defense.

Per The Draft Network (Marino):

PROS: Big, physical linebacker that can actually play through contact. Does well to leverage his gap and play into the line of scrimmage. Has plenty of pop in his hands and length to stack and shed blocks. Hand placement is excellent taking on contact. Navigates well through traffic and even plugs blockers back into gaps. Generally a secure tackler with good hitting power and contact balance. Effective blitzer that executes with good timing and effort. Competes with urgency and he charges hard in pursuit. Has the ability to defend short zones and his length is an asset for clogging throwing windows. Proven special teams contributor. Has good mobility and range for a taller quarterback. Ohio State has played him at all three linebacker spots.

CONS: Not the most fluid athlete which presents restrictions with coverage drops, and his utilization on passing downs for the Buckeyes speaks to that. Was often asked to be a spy or blitzed, rarely tasked with deeper drops or man coverage reps. Responses can be tardy reading the mesh and he can work himself out of run fits. Lacks lateral quickness and recovery speed to work himself back into position. Want to see him sink his hips and play with better leverage. Angles can be inconsistent in pursuit.

BEST TRAIT - Physicality

WORST TRAIT - Coverage

RED FLAGS - None

NFL COMP - Daryl Smith

Malik Harrison was a high school quarterback that also played safety in addition to serving as the team’s punter, but he enters the NFL as a linebacker where he played at Ohio State. While there are some throwback qualities about Harrison in terms of his physicality and ability to plug gaps against the run downhill, he has a surprising amount of athleticism for a bigger linebacker. With that said, he wasn’t asked to cover a lot of ground in coverage at Ohio State and his reps in man coverage were few and far between, bringing into question his appeal in coverage at the next level. He has proven to be a dynamic blitzer in addition to defending short zones. Harrison profiles as a SAM linebacker at the next level where his ability to play downhill into the line of scrimmage, play through contact and finish are on display and his performance is less reliant on lateral mobility as a pursuit player. He may not have an overly high ceiling, but Harrison is a what you see is what you get type prospect that can fill an important role at the next level.

@NoleinATL Excellent job again today. We can knock off for the day whenever you like.

 

[NoleinATL]

Sounds good. I will make next pick when I get home


I loke that Harrison pick