Top 100 prospects already scooped up but Saturday still stocked with NFL difference-makers
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Top 100 prospects already scooped up but Saturday still stocked with NFL difference-makers

Associated Press  

The top 100 prospects are off the board but plenty of playmakers remain for teams to pick through Saturday in the NFL draft ‘s final four rounds. The Washington Commanders then took Illinois defensive tackle Jer’Zhan Newton and a total of 20 defensive players went in a round that had seven trades as teams were wheeling and dealing to get their guy. Rice wide receiver Luke McCaffrey, one of several sons of former NFL stars who were selected in Rounds 1-3, was the final pick Friday night, going to Washington with the fifth compensatory pick and 100th overall selection so far. Two other offensive players sure to go quickly are record-setting wide receiver Troy Franklin of Oregon and running back Jaylen Wright of Tennessee, who averaged better than 6 yards a carry over his college career.

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Commanders-Falcons flexed to ‘Sunday Night Football’ in Week 17: See full changes
6 days, 19 hours ago

Commanders-Falcons flexed to ‘Sunday Night Football’ in Week 17: See full changes

New York Times  

A matchup that looked to be a meeting between current and former Washington quarterbacks has flex appeal. Instead, a game between two first-round rookie quarterbacks will get the “Sunday Night Football” treatment in Week 17. The NFL moved the Week 17 game with playoff implications between the Atlanta Falcons and the Commanders to the Sunday night slot on Dec. 29. …

Execs unfiltered on NFC’s Draft class: What were the Falcons thinking? Thoughts on all 16 teams
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Execs unfiltered on NFC’s Draft class: What were the Falcons thinking? Thoughts on all 16 teams

New York Times  

With the 2024 NFL Draft behind us, it’s time to check in with executives around the league for perspectives on the key developments. “There’s only one thing I could think of that would allow them to do that, and that is something happened in Kirk’s rehab between when he signed and draft day that made them feel like, ‘Oh my …

Beat writers’ favorite 2024 NFL Draft picks: Keon Coleman, Laiatu Latu and 30 more players
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Beat writers’ favorite 2024 NFL Draft picks: Keon Coleman, Laiatu Latu and 30 more players

New York Times  

The 2024 NFL Draft is over, and now all 257 picks begin the process of settling in with their new teams and preparing for rookie camp next month. — Jeff Zrebiec | More Ravens takeaways The Bills’ top pick joins a depth chart in desperate need of someone with his talent level, one that Josh Allen told general manager Brandon …

Defense becomes focus of NFL draft in Round 2 after Bills and Chargers get receivers early
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Defense becomes focus of NFL draft in Round 2 after Bills and Chargers get receivers early

Associated Press  

Defense became the focus of the NFL draft on Friday night after a record-setting 23 offensive players were selected in the first round. The Commanders then took Illinois defensive tackle Jer’Zhan Newton and a total of 20 defensive players went in a round that saw seven trades as teams were wheeling and dealing to get their guy. After Florida State …

Las Vegas Raiders NFL Draft picks 2024: Grades, fits and scouting reports
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Las Vegas Raiders NFL Draft picks 2024: Grades, fits and scouting reports

New York Times  

The Las Vegas Raiders entered the 2024 NFL Draft on April 25 with eight picks over the three-day draft. NFL Draft 2024 tracker: Live blog, picks and analysis Big board best available: Who’s left from Dane Brugler’s Top 300? Tashan Reed’s analysis Raiders draft Brock Bowers: How he fits, pick grade and scouting intel Grade: B+ GO DEEPER NFL Draft …

Plenty of defensive playmakers available in Round 2 of the NFL draft after historic offensive run
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Plenty of defensive playmakers available in Round 2 of the NFL draft after historic offensive run

Associated Press  

The unprecedented run on quarterbacks, wide receivers and pass protectors in the NFL draft ‘s opening round pushed plenty of standout defenders down the board and allowed some of the top teams to select players who normally wouldn’t fall to them. The historic run on offensive players in the first round pushed plenty of talented defenders down the board. In …

Falcons provide an NFL draft surprise by taking Washington QB Michael Penix Jr. with No. 8 pick
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Falcons provide an NFL draft surprise by taking Washington QB Michael Penix Jr. with No. 8 pick

Associated Press  

Follow AP’s live coverage of the 2024 NFL draft. FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — The Atlanta Falcons provided the first major surprise of the NFL draft by selecting quarterback Michael Penix Jr. of Washington with the No. We’re very excited about that quarterback room.” New coach Raheem Morris said the Falcons wanted to draft Penix this year because they don’t plan …

2024 NFL Draft: List of first round picks
7 months, 3 weeks ago

2024 NFL Draft: List of first round picks

Associated Press  

The 2024 NFL draft Catch up on the action from night one. Washington Commanders - Jayden Daniels, QB, 6-3, 210, LSU Jayden Daniels Jayden Daniels Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Scouting report: Accurate deep passer and explosive runner with a slender frame. New England Patriots - Drake Maye, QB, 6-4, 223, North …

2024 NFL Draft roundtable: Bears have a banner night, Falcons stun with Penix pick
7 months, 3 weeks ago

2024 NFL Draft roundtable: Bears have a banner night, Falcons stun with Penix pick

New York Times  

The first round of the 2024 NFL Draft was all about the quarterbacks. NFL Draft 2024 tracker: Live blog, pick-by-pick grades and analysis Big board best available: Who’s left from Dane Brugler’s Top 300? Beyond grabbing Williams at the top, Poles was able to get one of the draft’s top receivers in Odunze, who’ll offer an immediate spark to Chicago’s …

NFL Draft 2024: It's a family affair for league legends Jerry Rice, Frank Gore, Marvin Harrison, Ed McCaffrey and Terrell Owens as their sons prepare to learn their fate
7 months, 4 weeks ago

NFL Draft 2024: It's a family affair for league legends Jerry Rice, Frank Gore, Marvin Harrison, Ed McCaffrey and Terrell Owens as their sons prepare to learn their fate

Daily Mail  

The sons of NFL legends like Jerry Rice and Marvin Harrison are preparing to hear their names called in Thursday's draft in a year that looks set to be a family affair. Harrison's son, Marvin Harrison Jr., is the biggest name of the former pros' kin, and is expected to be taken within the first five picks after a stellar …

Five quarterbacks selected in first 10 picks of NFL Draft, most in top 10 in common era
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Five quarterbacks selected in first 10 picks of NFL Draft, most in top 10 in common era

New York Times  

Quarterbacks were flying off the board at a record-breaking pace early in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft, as five were taken within the first 10 picks. The Falcons’ first choice of the draft puzzled many, as the team recently signed NFL veteran and former Vikings QB Kirk Cousins to a deal that is worth $180 million over …

NFL Draft 2024 Round 1 grades: Falcons, Broncos get C’s for Penix, Nix; Bears earn two A’s
7 months, 4 weeks ago

NFL Draft 2024 Round 1 grades: Falcons, Broncos get C’s for Penix, Nix; Bears earn two A’s

New York Times  

The Athletic is grading all picks in Round 2 of the 2024 NFL Draft. Here’s how everyone did: NFL Draft 2024 tracker: Live blog, pick-by-pick grades and analysis Big board best available: Who’s left from Dane Brugler’s Top 300? Grade: A GO DEEPER NFL Draft 2024 ‘The Beast’ Guide: Dane Brugler’s scouting reports and player rankings It’s a new day …

NFL Draft opens with 14 straight offensive picks as defense becomes record afterthought
7 months, 4 weeks ago

NFL Draft opens with 14 straight offensive picks as defense becomes record afterthought

New York Times  

It’s a great day to be a quarterback. Within the top 10 picks, five quarterbacks — including Michael Penix Jr. and J.J. McCarthy — were selected, marking the first time in the common draft era that happened. Before Latu, Carolina Panthers cornerback Jaycee Horn was the latest defensive pick to be taken in the draft. GO DEEPER Colts draft Laiatu …

Sam Farmer’s final 2024 NFL mock draft: Quarterbacks 1-2-3 after big trade?
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Sam Farmer’s final 2024 NFL mock draft: Quarterbacks 1-2-3 after big trade?

LA Times  

UCLA’s Laiatu Latu and USC’s Caleb Williams should be selected in the first round of the NFL draft Thursday. LAS VEGAS: QB Michael Penix, Washington — A second wave of QBs is going to go, and the Raiders might need to start that wave instead of risking Penix being gone in second round. SEATTLE: OLB Chop Robinson, Penn State — …

How Packers’ recent NFL Draft history might offer clues for what’s coming in 2024
8 months, 1 week ago

How Packers’ recent NFL Draft history might offer clues for what’s coming in 2024

New York Times  

Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst has selected 26 players in the first four rounds over his six NFL Drafts in charge. The first four rounds of the last two drafts look a lot better than those of the prior four did, though Gutekunst’s haul of Gary, Savage and Jenkins atop the 2019 draft was solid. At the very …

2024 NFL Mock Draft: Could quarterbacks go 1-2-3-4 atop Round 1?
8 months, 2 weeks ago

2024 NFL Mock Draft: Could quarterbacks go 1-2-3-4 atop Round 1?

New York Times  

Let the trading begin. GO DEEPER NFL Draft 2024 ‘The Beast’ Guide: Dane Brugler’s scouting reports and player rankings Another new era in Chicago begins, this time with the best playmaker in the draft. Arizona Cardinals : Jer’Zhan Newton, DT, Illinois The Cardinals could trade one of these picks — remember, we now have them holding three first-round selections after …

2024 NFL Mock Draft: Rome Odunze cracks top 5, Packers move up for Cooper DeJean
9 months, 1 week ago

2024 NFL Mock Draft: Rome Odunze cracks top 5, Packers move up for Cooper DeJean

New York Times  

Team needs could change in a hurry once NFL free agency opens this week. Before pen can meet paper on most of the official deals, though, let’s take one more look at how the 2024 NFL Draft’s first round could play out. GO DEEPER 15 of the most intriguing early-entry 2024 NFL Draft prospects Titans GM Ran Carthon mentioned at …

NFL beat writer mock draft 2024: Trades shake up top 10 picks and QB landscape
10 months ago

NFL beat writer mock draft 2024: Trades shake up top 10 picks and QB landscape

New York Times  

The 2024 NFL Draft is just over two months away, and the jockeying for quarterbacks is just beginning. The dynamic Daniels is worth the price because of what The Athletic’s Dane Brugler wrote in his most recent Big Board: “Daniels forces opponents to defend him like Lamar Jackson.” — Josh Kendall % of 3rd down pass attempts that resulted in …

Jets NFL Draft big board: 25 players to watch in first round for positions of need
10 months ago

Jets NFL Draft big board: 25 players to watch in first round for positions of need

New York Times  

The NFL combine is next week and the New York Jets are in an interesting spot heading into NFL Draft season. Here’s my first Jets draft board based on who they are most likely to pick based on a variety of factors — need, talent, likelihood they’re available at No. 5 overall, first TE Bowers would add a different dimension …

Which 2024 NFL Draft prospects could determine how Round 1 plays out?
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Which 2024 NFL Draft prospects could determine how Round 1 plays out?

New York Times  

In life and the NFL Draft, the only thing for sure is nothing’s for sure. % of 3rd down pass attempts that resulted in a 1st down in 2023: 48.21 – Jayden Daniels 48.10 – J.J. McCarthy 43.82 – Bo Nix 42.31 – Caleb Williams 39.29 – Drake Maye 37.93 – Michael Penix pic.twitter.com/P867fU48dH — Dane Brugler February 5, 2024 …

Exploring Browns 2024 draft needs: Finding wide receiver help is a must
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Exploring Browns 2024 draft needs: Finding wide receiver help is a must

New York Times  

MOBILE, Ala. — Cleveland Browns general manager Andrew Berry and assistant general manager/vice president of player personnel Glenn Cook head the team’s contingent watching NFL Draft prospects at this week’s Senior Bowl practices. The Browns don’t have a first-round pick for the third straight year as the 2024 draft completes the pick swaps involved in the 2022 Houston Texans-Browns deal …

Falcons mock draft reaction: Is Jayden Daniels the right pick for QB-needy Atlanta?
11 months ago

Falcons mock draft reaction: Is Jayden Daniels the right pick for QB-needy Atlanta?

New York Times  

Things don’t often fall into place for the Atlanta Falcons, which is why Dane Brugler’s latest 2024 mock draft is such a rare treat. They aren’t near the range necessary to take Southern California’s Caleb Williams or North Carolina’s Drake Maye, but Brugler thinks they can get LSU’s Jayden Daniels at their current spot. Washington wide receiver Ja’Lynn Polk would …

Ranking the top 25 NFL Draft prospects in Michigan-Washington title showdown
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Ranking the top 25 NFL Draft prospects in Michigan-Washington title showdown

New York Times  

For evaluation purposes, a prospect’s body of work and traits matter more than one game. He tracks the deep ball like Ken Griffey Jr. patrolling center field, making him a perfect fit for quarterback Michael Penix Jr. and the Huskies’ passing offense. The Pac-12 didn’t have a defense that ranked top 50 in pass defense, so Michigan — which has …

2024 NFL Draft consensus Big Board: Is Marvin Harrison Jr. this year’s top prospect?
1 year ago

2024 NFL Draft consensus Big Board: Is Marvin Harrison Jr. this year’s top prospect?

New York Times  

As the 2024 NFL Draft class continues to take shape, it’s time to take stock of which prospects are going to dominate the early-round conversation for the next four months. The Athletic’s consensus Big Board combines rankings from a wide range of draft experts to identify how the top prospects are viewed relative to the rest of their class. You’ll …

Which positions have produced the most NFL Draft picks? We analyzed 10 years of recruiting data
1 year ago

Which positions have produced the most NFL Draft picks? We analyzed 10 years of recruiting data

New York Times  

The goal for every high school prospect is to reach the NFL. 1 recruit who failed to develop into a draft pick, Thompson is far from the only “can’t-miss” prospect who “missed.” Of the 100 recruits who ranked in the top 10 in their respective class during this 10-year span, 70 were eventually drafted and just 31 were selected in …

2024 NFL Mock Draft: Bears take Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels crashes top 10
1 year ago

2024 NFL Mock Draft: Bears take Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels crashes top 10

New York Times  

Read the latest 2024 NFL mock draft from The Athletic’s draft expert, Dane Brugler The college football regular season is complete and the draft order is starting to take shape, making it a perfect time to unveil my first mock draft of the 2024 NFL Draft process. GO DEEPER Morales: Caleb Williams' USC career may be done, and road ahead …

NFL Draft Watch: Mike Sainristil, Jer’Zhan Newton and other ‘outliers’ in 2024 class
1 year, 1 month ago

NFL Draft Watch: Mike Sainristil, Jer’Zhan Newton and other ‘outliers’ in 2024 class

New York Times  

Each year, the NFL Draft contains imperfect prospects who force evaluators to scout outside the box. GO DEEPER 2024 NFL Draft: How Marvin Harrison Jr. would fit with the Bears, Titans, others What makes him an outlier? Get ready for the “he’s too undersized” narratives that are coming as we get closer to draft weekend, but smart teams will see …

2024 NFL Draft QB Tracker: Who belongs with J.J. McCarthy, Jayden Daniels in Heisman race?
1 year, 2 months ago

2024 NFL Draft QB Tracker: Who belongs with J.J. McCarthy, Jayden Daniels in Heisman race?

New York Times  

The Heisman Trophy shouldn’t be a quarterback-only honor. With all that in mind, here’s how I’d bucket the quarterbacks in the Heisman conversation, if the season ended today: Finalists Jayden Daniels, LSU: 2,573 yards, 30 TDs, 3 INTs, 73.1 percent completions, 521 rushing yards J.J. McCarthy, Michigan: 1,799 yards, 21 TDs, 3 INTs, 78.1 percent completions, 3 rushing TDs Vegas …

NFL Draft Film Room: Jayden Daniels, 9 other prospects who jumped off this week’s tape
1 year, 2 months ago

NFL Draft Film Room: Jayden Daniels, 9 other prospects who jumped off this week’s tape

New York Times  

Once the games end on a college football Saturday, my work begins as I pore through the coaches’ film of each game, taking notes and writing reports. Despite not being promised a starting spot by Ohio State’s coaching staff, Proctor returned for a sixth season and has been a difference-maker for the Buckeyes — reestablishing his draft stock in the …

Which 2023 NFL Draft picks have excelled so far? Our early All-Rookie Team
1 year, 2 months ago

Which 2023 NFL Draft picks have excelled so far? Our early All-Rookie Team

New York Times  

It’s impossible to hand out complete NFL Draft grades the day players are picked, as full context — multiple seasons’ worth — is needed for an exercise like that. — Baumgardner Honorable mention: Felix Anudike-Uzomah, Lukas Van Ness, Keion White, Colby Wooden, Myles Murphy, Zach Harrison Anderson has made Houston’s aggressive trade to acquire him look like a worthy investment. …

2024 NFL Draft Watch: Which Group of 5 prospect can make a statement?
1 year, 3 months ago

2024 NFL Draft Watch: Which Group of 5 prospect can make a statement?

New York Times  

This Saturday’s college football slate is missing a marquee matchup like Texas–Alabama provided last week. Stat of the Week Quarterback Sam Hartman has received most of the praise for Notre Dame’s 3-0 start, as he’s leading an offense that is averaging almost 500 yards per game. Featuring a talented defense and an offense that’s currently averaging 43.0 points per game, …

NFL Draft 2024 summer scouting report: How many DTs can ascend into Round 1?
1 year, 4 months ago

NFL Draft 2024 summer scouting report: How many DTs can ascend into Round 1?

New York Times  

Dane Brugler has released his 2024 NFL Draft Big Board. 2023 season/2024 NFL Draft outlook Over the past two drafts, five Illinois players have been selected within the top five rounds — all five are Florida natives. Newton was dominant against the run and the pass last season, and many around the league expected him to declare for the 2023 …

NFL Draft 2024 summer scouting report: Who are the top interior offensive linemen?
1 year, 4 months ago

NFL Draft 2024 summer scouting report: Who are the top interior offensive linemen?

New York Times  

Dane Brugler has released his 2024 NFL Draft Big Board. Read Dane’s previous summer scouting reports here: Quarterbacks | Running backs | Wide receivers | Tight ends | Offensive tackle However, the depth among the senior class — especially at guard — is very encouraging, with several players currently profiling as potential Day 2 or mid-round picks and future NFL …

2024 NFL Draft: Frank Gore Jr. and the top prospects from non-Power 5 teams
1 year, 6 months ago

2024 NFL Draft: Frank Gore Jr. and the top prospects from non-Power 5 teams

New York Times  

As an early primer for the 2024 NFL Draft, The Athletic will be taking a look at the prospects you need to know from each of the Power 5 conferences plus a few more names from the Group of 5. ʀᴇᴡʀɪᴛɪɴɢ ᴛʜᴇ ʀᴇᴄᴏʀᴅ ʙᴏᴏᴋ Zakhari Franklin hauls in his 13th TD of the season, breaking his own school record of …

NFL Draft 2023: Execs unfiltered on all 32 classes — Eagles overrated? Did Jets crush it or rush it?
1 year, 7 months ago

NFL Draft 2023: Execs unfiltered on all 32 classes — Eagles overrated? Did Jets crush it or rush it?

New York Times  

Did the Philadelphia Eagles really hit a home run by landing Jalen Carter? “They could have two top-five picks, their own and Houston’s.” Round Overall Player Position School 1 8 Bijan Robinson RB Texas 2 38 Matthew Bergeron OT/G Syracuse 3 75 Zach Harrison Edge Ohio State 4 113 Clark Phillips III CB Utah 7 224 DeMarcco Hellams S Alabama …

Beat writers’ favorite 2023 NFL Draft picks: One intriguing player from all 32 teams
1 year, 7 months ago

Beat writers’ favorite 2023 NFL Draft picks: One intriguing player from all 32 teams

New York Times  

The 2023 NFL Draft is in the books, and now 259 players will begin to settle in with their new teams. “You’ve gotta make the quarterback look good.” — Joe Person | More Panthers takeaways Chicago Bears: Roschon Johnson, RB, Texas It’s rare to hear anyone praise a player the way Bears area scout John Syty did for running back …

Las Vegas Raiders NFL Draft picks 2023: Grades, fits and scouting reports
1 year, 7 months ago

Las Vegas Raiders NFL Draft picks 2023: Grades, fits and scouting reports

New York Times  

Follow Monday Night Football as the Detroit Lions face-off against the Las Vegas Raiders. Tashan Reed’s analysis: Raiders draft Tyree Wilson: Las Vegas gets the top edge rusher on its board Scott Dochterman’s grade: B-plus Round 2 No. Vic Tafur’s analysis: Raiders draft Michael Mayer: Big-target tight end will help replace Darren Waller Scott Dochterman’s grade: A Round 3 No. …

Vikings take USC WR Jordan Addison at No. 23 in NFL draft
1 year, 7 months ago

Vikings take USC WR Jordan Addison at No. 23 in NFL draft

Associated Press  

EAGAN, Minn. — Jordan Addison could hardly have found a better place to break into the NFL than Minnesota, with Justin Jefferson in place to learn from. The Vikings selected the USC wide receiver with the 23rd overall pick in the NFL draft on Thursday night, giving their superstar a viable sidekick after the jettisoning of veteran Adam Thielen — …

NFL Draft best available players for Detroit Lions: Brian Branch, Joey Porter Jr.
1 year, 7 months ago

NFL Draft best available players for Detroit Lions: Brian Branch, Joey Porter Jr.

New York Times  

Follow Monday Night Football as the Detroit Lions face-off against the Las Vegas Raiders. NFL Draft 2023 tracker: Live blog and pick-by-pick analysis Draft grades: Scott Dochterman on Round 1 Big board best available: Who’s left from Dane Brugler’s Top 300? NFL Draft Round 1 winners and losers: Mike Jones’ analysis ALLEN PARK, Mich. — The Lions provided plenty of …

NFL Draft Round 1 winners and losers: Panthers, Texans, Cardinals shine; Levis left waiting
1 year, 7 months ago

NFL Draft Round 1 winners and losers: Panthers, Texans, Cardinals shine; Levis left waiting

New York Times  

The Athletic has around-the-clock coverage of the NFL Draft picks, grades and trades. They then traded back up into the top 10 and got the top offensive lineman in the draft in Ohio State tackle Paris Johnson Jr. to help better protect quarterback Kyler Murray. Jalen Carter – The Georgia defensive tackle, one of the top defensive players in the …

Full list of trades in NFL Draft 2023: Recapping the 7 rounds
1 year, 7 months ago

Full list of trades in NFL Draft 2023: Recapping the 7 rounds

New York Times  

Day 3 of the 2023 NFL Draft is finished. NFL Draft round 1 live updates NFL Draft 2023 round 2 and 3 live updates NFL Draft 2023 rounds 4-7 live updates Seventh-round trades • Ravens and Browns: The Ravens traded a 2024 sixth-round pick to the Browns for the No. Sixth-round trades • Cowboys and Chiefs: The Cowboys traded a …

A beginner’s guide to NFL Draft 2023: No. 1 pick, draft order, questions and sleepers
1 year, 7 months ago

A beginner’s guide to NFL Draft 2023: No. 1 pick, draft order, questions and sleepers

New York Times  

The Athletic has around-the-clock coverage of the NFL Draft. Before the 2023 draft gets rolling in Kansas City — the NFL moves the event to a different city every year now — here’s what you need to know. GO DEEPER Dane Brugler's 7-round 2023 NFL Mock Draft: Predicting all 259 picks At the NFL owners’ meetings last month, Fitterer said …

Meet Prospect X, the most overlooked player in the NFL Draft
1 year, 7 months ago

Meet Prospect X, the most overlooked player in the NFL Draft

New York Times  

Prospect X sits down at the upscale Italian restaurant. X didn’t care because he thinks technology is the “worst thing ever,” to the point that he refers to a cellphone as a “telephone.” But just before his pro day this March, X’s mom took him to get a new telephone because she knew her son needed to stay in touch …

Panthers big board: 40 players, starting with QBs and featuring a lot of speed
1 year, 7 months ago

Panthers big board: 40 players, starting with QBs and featuring a lot of speed

New York Times  

The Athletic has around-the-clock coverage of the NFL Draft. Edge Will McDonald IV, Iowa State: The 6-4, 241-pound McDonald tied the Big 12 career record with 34 sacks in five seasons, while matching the Cyclones’ all-time mark with 10 forced fumbles. But he’s a good route runner and strong when attacking the football — two qualities which could make him …

NFL Draft oddities and agonies: College football streaks and storylines to watch
1 year, 8 months ago

NFL Draft oddities and agonies: College football streaks and storylines to watch

New York Times  

The Athletic has around-the-clock coverage of the NFL Draft. GO DEEPER Breaking down Iowa State's NFL Draft projections Iowa State had endured bad luck with five second-rounders since the Houston Oilers selected running back George Amundsen with the 14th selection 50 years ago. GO DEEPER Six Big 12 mid-round sleepers to watch in the 2023 NFL Draft Stacking QBs With …

The 2023 NFL Draft’s most overlooked prospects from outside the Power 5 leagues
1 year, 8 months ago

The 2023 NFL Draft’s most overlooked prospects from outside the Power 5 leagues

New York Times  

The Athletic NFL Draft guru Dane Brugler lists 10 former players from outside the Power 5 conferences among his top 100 prospects in his annual “Beast” draft guide. Brugler’s analysis: McBride is unproven as a pass catcher and blocker, which might restrict his NFL role, but his contact balance, vision and lateral agility are among the best this running back …

2023 NFL Draft player rankings: Dane Brugler breaks down the top 300 prospects
1 year, 8 months ago

2023 NFL Draft player rankings: Dane Brugler breaks down the top 300 prospects

New York Times  

Most teams’ NFL draft boards are 125 or 150 players deep — some smaller, maybe a few larger. Overall, Levis needs more reps to continue developing his read efficiency and ball placement, but he has an NFL starter’s skill set with his impressive physical tools and exceptional competitive toughness. Overall, Phillips doesn’t have elite size or speed and needs to …

Stanford’s Tanner McKee is ready for his next mission — the NFL Draft
1 year, 8 months ago

Stanford’s Tanner McKee is ready for his next mission — the NFL Draft

New York Times  

Never underestimate the importance of quality receivers to a quarterback. “It’s something I dreamed about as a kid.” Tanner McKee took time while working out at the NFL Scouting Combine to appreciate how big and packed the stadium was. “He’s got that toughness,” said Shaw, who resigned as coach in December and will help out the NFL Network with its …

Falcons look to draft to augment big free agency moves
1 year, 8 months ago

Falcons look to draft to augment big free agency moves

Associated Press  

ATLANTA — The Atlanta Falcons finally had some money to spend, and they used it to make a big splash in free agency. ESPN draft analyst Mel Kiper Jr. took note of that, projecting the Falcons to take Georgia linebacker Nolan Smith at No. “The thing we really want to focus on when we’re bringing players in is making sure …

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