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TOP 5 QB VIDEO
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Bryce Young
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CJ Stroud
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Hendon Hooker
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Dorian Thompson-Robinson
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Jaren Hall
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Travis Hunter
WR/CB | COLORADO | 6’1 | 185
Strengths: Hunter is an incredibly unique offensive weapon. Off the bat, his spatial movement skills are elite. He’s simply able to create separation just off of his athletic tools. Hunter has an impressive ability to fight through contact and make aerial adjustments to come down with it in traffic. He is a weapon after the catch. Weaknesses: From a technical standpoint, there are some little things that need to be developed and cleaned up. Hunter does not have the biggest frame, but plays well beyond his size Bottom Line: What’s most scary about Hunter is that he hasn’t even scratched the surface at WR. His natural ability gives him unlimited upside at the next level.
Grade: Round 1
Garrett Wilson
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Matthew Golden
WR | TEXAS | 6’0 | 195
Strengths: Golden is an explosive and fluid athlete who is able to create natural separation with ease. He plays with a sense of snappiness and twitch to his game. Golden’s start-stop ability is evident on tape. He has breakaway speed and is a dangerous piece between the cracks. I love the way Golden plucks the ball and makes aerial adjustments. He’s a rare player who can truly push defenses vertically Weaknesses: I’d like to see Golden fight through contact more effectively. Additionally, he’s battled some injuries Bottom Line: Golden’s combination of mobility, explosiveness, and craftiness will make him a very fun and productive piece in the NFL.
Grade: Round 1
Percy Harvin
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Emeka Egbuka
WR | OHIO STATE | 6’1 | 205
Strengths: Egbuka is a smooth and natural mover with good size. He has a great feel for sitting in the zone and a general spatial awareness that is evident on film. Egbuka is a reliable target who works extremely well in tight quarters and has a great understanding of the nuances of the game Weaknesses: Egbuka does not give you overly athletic capabilities and is not overly imposing from a physical standpoint Bottom Line: Egbuka is a high-floor, high-upside prospect who will become a very good WR in the NFL
Grade: Round 1
A. St. Brown
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Tetairoa McMillan
WR | ARIZONA | 6’5 | 212
Strengths: McMillan has an enormous frame. His ability to stretch out his arms and pluck the ball is a huge asset. McMillan is great at the catch point, and knows how to create space with his frame. He’s been very productive in college. McMillan’s YAC ability is very impressive, especially for his size Weaknesses: McMillan lacks route salesmanship. His ability to create separation in man coverage is questionable. His top-end speed is modest and he’ll need to improve at beating press Bottom Line: McMillan will be a productive all-around producer, but I'm not as sold on his star WR1 potential as many others are.
Grade: Round 2
Mike Williams
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Tre Harris
WR | OLE MISS | 6’3 | 210
Strengths: Harris is the prototypical big body WR. He’s long, strong, and can use his frame functionally on the field. Harris has an impressive ability to sink, wiggle, and create separation at his size. He’s able to effectively fight through contact and make big-time plays in traffic. Harris provides a dynamic YAC ability, positioning him as a unique do-it-all guy Weaknesses: Harris lacks true speed, and won’t overwhelm defenses in that regard, he’s more of a long strider Bottom Line: Harris’s combination of size, flexibility, strength, and dynamic playmaking will position him to become one of the classes more productive WR prospects.
Grade: Round 2
Courtland Sutton
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Luther Burden III
WR | MISSOURI | 5’11 | 208
Strengths: Burden is an athletic WR who fits the modern gadget prototype. He plays with a ton of horsepower and strength. Burden is used across many alignments. He is a strong pound-for-pound player who is at his best after the catch. Burden provides big play ability and is a fun weapon to scheme up manufactured touches for Weaknesses: Burden is not much of a nuanced route-runner. He’s not going to create consistent man separation and likely won’t be a big threat on the perimeter Bottom Line: Don’t expect Burden to be an elite WR1, but his physical tools, vicious running style, and toughness can make him a fun gadget WR2
Grade: Round 2
Curtis Samuel
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Jaylin Noel
WR | IOWA ST. | 5’11 | 200
Strengths: Noel is a well-rounded and productive WR. He shows a ton of twitch and is able to run a full route tree. Noel is very smooth in and out of his breaks, able to create separation with ease. I love his catch to attack mentality, he’s able to seamlessly transition in space. Noel is incredibly smooth, has good short-area burst, and understands how to find soft spots Weaknesses: Noel is not the most physical WR, and I’d like to see him fight through contact more Bottom Line: Noel is the most underrated WR in the Draft. Period.
Grade: Round 2
Randall Cobb
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Jayden Higgins
WR | IOWA ST. | 6’4 | 215
Strengths: Higgins is a big WR with a ton of likeable traits. He has a long and strong frame with a big catch radius. Higgins moves extremely well for his size, with a quick release off the LOS. He moves with a snappiness and control that you don’t always get from WR’s of his size. Higgins looks comfortable and smooth in space while running routes. He has great hands too Weaknesses: Higgins is quick, but his long speed won’t blow you away. He’s also not going to provide too much in YAC situations Bottom Line: Higgins’ combination of size, mobility, and toughness will position him as a high-level NFL contributor
Grade: Round 2
N/A
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Xavier Restrepo
WR | MIAMI | 5’10 | 198
Strengths: Restrepo is an extremely tough and reliable pass-catcher. He has great hands, with an impressive 2.8% drop rate in 2024. He is willing to fight through contact and isn’t phased in traffic. Restrepo was super productive in his last 2 years, consistently making plays. He is very solid after the catch, averaging 7.2 YAC/REC. Restrepo has impressive short-area quickness Weaknesses: Restrepo is more of a slot guy and he’s not going to get much run on the perimeter. His top-speed and athletic profile is modest and he’s not going to be a deep ball threat Bottom Line: Restrepo is a football player to his core; he’s a natural playmaker who can become a very solid #2 guy in the NFL.
Grade: Round 2
Khalil Shakir
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Jack Bech
WR | TCU | 6’2 | 215
Strengths: Bech is a well-rounded and physical WR. With a 66.7% contested-catch rate, Bech knows how to utilize his frame to win at the catch point. He has very reliable hands, with only 1 drop in 2024. While not overly twitchy, Bech is a smooth mover in space and knows how to find soft spots. He’s surprisingly elusive after the catch and runs with a physical demeanour Weaknesses: Bech didn’t produce until his 4th year. He’s not an overly nuanced separator through traditional route-running and his release needs work Bottom Line: Bech’s combination of size, physicality, and spatial awareness will make him an undervalued sleeper in the Draft.
Grade: Round 2
Puka Nacua
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Elic Ayomanor
WR | STANFORD | 6’2 | 210
Strengths: Ayomanor is a big, strong pass-catcher with a filled out frame. He is an imposing and physical player who is effective in traffic. Ayomanor moves smoothly for his size, especially as a built-up linear runner. Ayomanor is efficient and effective on in-breaking routes, slants, and more simplistic route concepts Weaknesses: Ayomanor tends to run with an upright stance, he’s not going to get much sink or wiggle to his game. At times, he can struggle with drops and will need to become more consistent at the catch point Bottom Line: Ayomanor has the size, body-control, and linear speed to become a solid WR in the NFL
Grade: Round 3
J. Smith-Schuster
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Isaiah Bond
WR | TEXAS | 5’11 | 180
Strengths: Bond is an incredibly elusive pass-catcher with a natural ability to create consistent separation. He has true NFL speed and is super efficient getting in and out of his breaks. Bond is a dynamic playmaker with the ball in his hands who can provide another dimension on the field Weaknesses: Bond is slightly smaller in stature, but he plays beyond his frame, consistently inviting contact. He’s not going to give you much of a catch radius or contested-catch ability Bottom Line: If drafted to a unique, timing-oriented offense, Bond can be an impactful and electric weapon.
Grade: Round 3
Jaylen Waddle
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Tez Johnson
WR | OREGON | 5’10 | 165
Strengths: Johnson is an electric and twitchy WR. He is an incredibly natural athlete who creates separation with ease. Johnson provides a dynamic element after the catch and can be used as a gadget guy all over the field. Johnson has been productive throughout his college career Weaknesses: Obviously the elephant in the room here is size. At 165 lbs, he is no doubt undersized for the NFL Bottom Line: Johnson no doubt has the talent to succeed on the football field. Now, it becomes a philosophical question; how much do we care about his size?
Grade: Round 3
Tank Dell
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Pat Bryant
WR | ILLINOIS | 6’3 | 200
Strengths: Bryant is a long and physical pass-catcher with a lot of likeable traits. He is an athletic perimeter threat with a solid route-running ability. Bryant is a smooth linear mover with a big catch-radius. His 18.2 Y/REC is a testament to his playmaking ability. He has reliable hands and a fun ability at the catch point Weaknesses: Bryant isn’t a burner and his route-tree and release package is pretty simple and predictable. He’ll need to develop more to his game Bottom Line: Bryant has the size, physical tools, and production to become a solid NFL contributor
Grade: Round 4
N/A
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Jalen Royals
WR | UTAH ST. | 6’1 | 205
Strengths: Royals is a functionally athletic and strong WR who is at his best with the ball in his hands. He is extremely productive and talented after the catch; prospective tacklers simply slip off of him. Royals possesses good body control, and is able to adjust to make catches Weaknesses: Royals is not much of a route-runner. He has yet to develop a true route tree and release package Bottom Line: Royals can be a fun option in a more unique offense, but his lack of true WR nuance may limit his upside.
Grade: Round 4
Malachi Corley
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Tai Felton
WR | MARYLAND | 6’2 | 181
Strengths: Felton is a twitchy and quick pass-catcher who can create natural separation off the efficiency of his movements. He’s a slippery player who is also good at finding the soft spots in zones. Felton is good after the catch, providing wiggle and extra yardage. He was very productive in 2024 Weaknesses: Felton has a slighter build and will need to add some mass. He’s not a great blocker and sometimes wastes movements in his routes Bottom Line: Felton has the athleticism and technical skills to become a contributing NFL WR.
Grade: Round 4
N/A
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Savion Williams
WR | TCU | 6’5 | 225
Strengths: Williams is a freaky WR prospect with prototype physical tools. He is a natural separator who can create space in and out of his breaks and release. His catch radius is impressive. Williams is great after the catch, taking random reps at wildcat or in the backfield Weaknesses: Williams is a raw project right now. His route-tree is completely underdeveloped. He’s more of a linear athlete than anything else. Williams’ drops have become an issue, with a drop-rate of 10% Bottom Line: Williams arguably has the most upside of any pass-catcher in the draft. He is a developmental project who could become a fun piece in the NFL.
Grade: Round 4
N/A
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Kyren Lacy
WR | LSU | 6’2 | 212
Strengths: Lacy is a big-bodied WR with good length and size. He is a smooth athlete who operates well in space. Lacy is a instinctual route-runner who knows how to leverage his body and create space. He is effective on his release package and does a good job fighting through contact Weaknesses: Lacy has modest top-speed and despite 5 seasons, has yet to show true production to warrant a top selection. Off-field issues will also be a storyline to monitor here Bottom Line: Lacy has the physical tools and route-running ability to become a solid NFL WR. (UPDATE: need to monitor driving situation, this ranking does not factor that in)
Grade: Round 4
Brenden Rice
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Tory Horton
WR | CSU | 6’3 | 185
Strengths: Horton is a long and smooth WR with great college production. He’s a long strider who can build up speed the farther he goes. Horton plays physical at the catch point and knows how to utilize his length to make a play. He has reliable hands Weaknesses: Horton has a very slight frame and he’ll need to add mass in the NFL. He is also coming off a season ending injury Bottom Line: Horton has the aerial skills and length to be an NFL contributor if he gains some mass
Grade: Round 4
N/A
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Nick Nash
WR | SAN JOSE ST. | 6’3 | 195
Strengths: Nash is a big WR with a huge catch radius. After a few slow years, his production in 2024 was absolutely ridiculous. I like the way Nash really extends his arms to make a grab; actively seeking out the ball. He has good ball control at the point of attack and knows how to leverage his frame Weaknesses: Nash is a little sluggish while running the route-tree, and he may have a difficult time separating in the NFL. He runs with an upright frame Bottom Line: Nash has developmental traits at the next level.
Grade: Round 5
N/A
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Ricky White
WR | UNLV | 6’1 | 190
Strengths: White is a smooth and rhythmic WR who is efficient in space and has an athletic build. He’s had a steady increase of production throughout his career, with great statistical output in 2023 and 2024. White is impressive after the catch; where he shows good vision, elusiveness, toughness, and is able to break tackles Weaknesses: White runs his routes too upright and lacks a desired crispness. He needs to play with more urgency, and his hips can get tight in and out of breaks Bottom Line: White has the frame and YAC abilities to be a developmental piece
Grade: Round 6
N/A
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Jaylin Lane
WR | VIRGINIA TECH | 5'10 | 196
Strengths: Lane is a versatile gadget who is at his best in open space. He has great vision and is extremely productive after the catch. Lane shows good short-area burst and agility. He catches with his hands, making an active effort to pluck the ball Weaknesses: Lane’s ability as a nuanced WR is limited; his route tree is underdeveloped and his release package is modest. Lane’s career production was inconsistent throughout his career Bottom Line: Fit will be everything for Lane. If he goes to a more unique scheme, he could be a fun gadget WR3.
Grade: Round 6
N/A
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Bru McCoy
WR | TENNESSEE | 6’3 | 230
Strengths: McCoy is a big WR with an enormous frame. He moves very well for his size in open space, providing a YAC element that isn’t common for prospects of his size. McCoy is a linear threat with a big catch radius Weaknesses: In 4 years, McCoy’s production has been very modest. He’s a little lethargic while running routes and will have trouble truly separating in the NFL. I’d like to see him utilize his size better at the point of attack Bottom Line: McCoy has the size and mobility to be a developmental project
Grade: Round 7
N/A
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Da'Quan Felton
WR | VIRGINIA TECH | 6’3 | 212
Strengths: Felton is a big, long WR with a good frame. For his size, Felton is a smooth and efficient mover who can get in and out of his breaks well. Felton has good body control and can build up speed downfield. He has an impressive release package that allows him to create separation off the LOS Weaknesses: Felton is more of a long strider and lacks true twitch or burst to his game. He’s not going to give you much as a versatile/YAC contributor Bottom Line: Felton has the size and mobility to be a late developmental piece.