2025 NFL Draft Big Board & Top 50 Prospects from Ryan McCrystal

Building an NFL draft board is a work in progress throughout the offseason.

The NFL Combine is always a significant step towards completing the process, and the final touches can be put on as players work through their Pro Days.

Here’s how my top 50 prospects look right now.

These rankings are based on my personal estimation of each player’s value, based on the assumption each prospect lands in an offensive or defensive scheme suited to his skill set.

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1. Travis Hunter, CB/WR, Colorado

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Hunter probably has a higher ceiling at cornerback than receiver based on his traits and elite production already in that role. As a corner, he wins with his intelligence. His ability to anticipate throws and break quickly makes him a ball hawk in the secondary. As a receiver, his reliable hands and efficient route technique set a high floor. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Despite his incredible college production, Hunter lacks elite size/speed/agility traits, which may limit his ceiling. His anticipation skills, which greatly aided his coverage production in college, likely won’t help as frequently against NFL receivers and cornerbacks. As a receiver, his lack of size coupled with below-average after-catch production limits the roles he can play. 

Good team fits: Anyone who plays football on Sundays 

2. Abdul Carter, EDGE, Penn State

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Carter is a speed rusher who can be a game wrecker when in a favorable matchup. He’ll fit best in a defense where he can line up in a two-point stance given his speed and lack of experience playing with his hand in the dirt.  

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Although it was for relatively minor offenses, Carter was arrested multiple times at Penn State, once as recently as April 2024. Questions about his maturity are warranted, and interested teams will spend as much time with him before the draft as possible to assess the risk. On the field, he’ll need to continue refining his technique so that he’s more than just a speed rusher. 

Good team fits: Titans, Giants, Patriots, Panthers, Browns

3. Mason Graham, DL, Michigan

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Graham is a high-motor, quick interior pass rusher who will make his greatest impact lining up as a three tech. His ability to burst through the line of scrimmage and close quickly allows him to make plays in the backfield against the run. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Teams can run at Graham due to his lack of size and length. He can also be controlled by double teams, so he’ll need a solid supporting cast around him to reach his full potential. 

Good team fits: Jaguars, Panthers, Falcons, Bengals, Jets

4. Jalon Walker, EDGE, Georgia

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Walker’s athleticism on the edge makes him a tough matchup for any offensive tackle. His lack of size makes him slippery, and he finds ways to live in the backfield as a pass rusher and against the run. He could play standing up on the edge or in a hybrid role where he also lines up as an off-ball linebacker, as he did in college. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Can he line up as a traditional edge defender, or will he get swallowed up by bigger linemen? Georgia used him in a hybrid role last year, playing some off-ball linebacker and some on the edge, but always standing up. However, 50% of his pass-rush snaps came on non-blitzes, so despite lining all over, he was still consistently used as a conventional edge rusher.

Good team fits: Panthers, Falcons, Jaguars, Saints

5. Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Jeanty is a physical between-the-tackles runner with enough speed to be a home run threat when he gets to the open field. He has the potential to be a rare ball carrier in this era that can consistently handle 20 or more touches per game. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Jeanty’s production has been uneven as a pass catcher. If he can’t establish himself as a threat on passing downs, he’ll be limited to early-down usage, which would significantly hurt his value. 

Good team fits: Bears, Broncos, Cowboys, Raiders, Chargers, Steelers 

6. Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Warren plays with the physicality of a throwback tight end but with enough athleticism to still fit into today’s game. He’s a possession receiver but turns into a Brandon Jacobs-like ball carrier after the catch, giving him the potential to turn simple plays into big gains. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Although he was Penn State’s go-to weapon in the passing game, he probably lacks the elite athleticism to fill that role in the NFL. Too many NFL linebackers and safeties have the traits to limit Warren’s ability to separate, so he’ll make a greater impact in an offense where someone else can attract attention away from him. 

Good team fits: Bears, Panthers, Colts, Jaguars, Chargers, Jets, Seahawks

7. Shemar Stewart, DL, Texas A&M

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Stewart wins with an elite combination of size and athletic traits, which makes him a tough assignment for any offensive lineman. At this stage of his career, he’s best against the run with the strength to set the edge and the closing burst to make plays in the backfield. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

He needs to further his development as a pass rusher and learn to attack with a plan. Only 4.5 career sacks is definitely a red flag, but he also ranked 20th in FBS in pressure rate in 2023, so the lack of sacks doesn’t tell the full story. 

Good team fits: Saints, Falcons, Panthers, Buccaneers, Eagles, Commanders

8. Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

McMillan is a traditional X receiver who wins with his size on the outside. Despite his size, he’s also dangerous after the catch, a trait which may also allow for some outside/slot versatility. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Since he’s unafraid of competing for the ball in traffic, his routes may have gone underdeveloped in college. He needs to focus on his technique to more consistently create separation. He’ll find more defensive backs capable of matching his physical play in the NFL. 

Good team fits: Patriots, Jaguars, Panthers, Saints, Cowboys, Seahawks, Chargers 

9. Will Johnson, CB, Michigan

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Johnson has the polished fundamentals to step in as an immediate starter as an outside corner. He’s proven capable of handling both zone and man schemes at a high level.

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

For a 6-foot-2 cornerback, Johnson was surprisingly inconsistent at disrupting the catch point in coverage. His short arm measurement (30.1 inches) at the Combine helped explain that.  

Good team fits: Jets, Bengals, Jaguars, Falcons, Vikings, Packers, Chargers

10. Kelvin Banks Jr, OL, Texas

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Banks played left tackle at Texas and has the length and athleticism to stay in that role, though some teams may believe his traits have a higher ceiling at guard. He wins with athleticism and a patient, controlled approach to pass protection. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Given his size, there’s a surprising lack of power to his game. Adding more weight would risk losing his athleticism, so it’s unclear if this is a fixable issue. He’ll also need to clean up some penalty issues (13 over the last two years). 

Good team fits: Colts, Bears, Packers, Texans, Rams, Chiefs

11. Mykel Williams, EDGE, Georgia

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Williams has an impressive blend of length, strength, and athleticism and is still just 21 years old. He’s built like a traditional 4-3 defensive end and should have an immediate impact against the run, with the traits to develop into a high-level pass rusher. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Partially due to injuries, Williams doesn’t have a ton of experience, and his pass-rush technique remains raw. He lacks the elite traits to win with athleticism and effort alone, so he’ll need to develop an array of pass-rush moves to reach his potential.  

Good team fits: Saints, Panthers, Bengals, 49ers, Falcons, Buccaneers, Eagles

12. Emeka Egbuka, WR, Ohio State

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Egbuka primarily lined up in the slot at Ohio State, taking over Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s role, though he has the tools to line up anywhere. He wins with efficient route technique and reliable hands 一 a skillset which sets a high floor.  

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Unlike some of his former Ohio State teammates, Egbuka lacks elite physical traits in terms of size and speed. Those traits limit his ceiling and may force him to primarily play from the slot in the NFL as well. 

Good team fits: Bengals, Texans, Steelers, Chargers, Packers, Bills

13. Derrick Harmon, DL, Oregon

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Harmon is coming off a dominant year as an interior pass rusher, primarily lining up in the three-tech spot on Oregon’s defensive line. He could stay in that role, but his length/strength combination also makes him a good five as a five-tech in three-man fronts, which will appeal to teams leaning on those formations. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Although Harmon is a decent athlete, he lacks elite movement skills and probably can’t replicate his impressive 11.2% pressure rate from the interior in the pros.  

Good team fits: Saints, Steelers, Falcons, Ravens, Cardinals, Chargers, Bills

14. Nic Scourton, EDGE, Texas A&M

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Scourton wins with a dominant spin move and a motor that never quits. He was arguably the Big Ten’s most dominant pass rusher as a 19-year-old in 2023 while playing at Purdue.

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

At Texas A&M, Scourton’s production took a step back. Since he lacks elite size or athletic traits, he’ll need more than just that spin move to remain effective as a pass rusher. 

Good team fits: Buccaneers, Falcons, Lions, Eagles, Browns, Jets

15. Benjamin Morrison, CB, Notre Dame

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Morrison thrived as an outside corner in a man-heavy scheme at Notre Dame, and his elite ball skills make him a weapon in the secondary. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

A hip injury ended Morrison’s 2024 season, and he’ll need to prove there are no lingering effects for a team to spend a high pick on him. Despite his experience in man coverage, there is some concern that he lacks the length, strength, and agility to thrive in a similar scheme in the NFL. 

Good team fits: Bengals, Steelers, Ravens, Commanders, 49ers, Packers

16. Josh Simmons, OT, Ohio State

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Simmons can start immediately at left or right tackle (once he’s healthy). He has experience in both roles and was nearly flawless as Ohio State’s left tackle last fall before a season-ending injury. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Due to his injury, we really only have a five game sample size of Simmons playing at his peak, and it wasn’t against the best competition (only two full Big Ten games). His play was more inconsistent in 2023, so doubts as to the sustainability of his dominant run are fair. 

Good team fits: Bears, Eagles, Chiefs, Patriots, Packers, Rams, Browns

17. Donovan Jackson, OL, Ohio State

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Jackson is well established as a powerful run blocker on the interior offensive line. However, his dominant run as Ohio State’s left tackle while filling in for Josh Simmons opened up the possibility he could play tackle in the pros. He has the length for the position, and probably deserves a shot 一 he can always be shifted back inside if it doesn’t work out. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Does he have the athleticism to stay at tackle? If he’s a guard, he’ll need to continue developing his lower-body strength to better anchor against the NFL’s top bull rushers. 

Good team fits: Texans, Lions, Bengals, Bears, Colts, Steelers, Eagles

18. Nick Emmanwori, S, South Carolina

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Emmanwori is a day-one starter with the versatility to play either safety role. He’s built like a prototypical strong safety who can line up in the box, but he's also athletic enough to match up with tight ends in the slot and has the speed to cover ground in the deep secondary.

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

In coverage, he’s still developing his recognition skills. In the free safety role, he needs to improve his anticipation. His speed makes up for it sometimes, but in the NFL, he’ll need to react more quickly. 

Good team fits: Vikings, Ravens, Eagles, Bills, Dolphins, Colts, Falcons

19. Armand Membou, OL, Missouri

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Membou has the athleticism to play tackle and the size/strength combination to play on the interior. That versatility elevates his floor, as his future team can move him around to find the ideal spot. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Does he have the right tools to stay at tackle? We don’t see many 6-foot-4, 330-pound offensive tackles these days. He also lacks ideal power in the run game 一 though he just turned 21 in March, so it’s reasonable to expect growth in that area. 

Good team fits: Dolphins, Saints, Bears, Seahawks, Packers, Rams

20. Azareye’h Thomas, CB, Florida State

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Thomas is a physical outside corner and a natural ball hawk in the secondary. He’ll fit best with a team leaning heavily on zone or press coverage schemes. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

A lack of elite speed will be a limiting factor in man coverage. He’ll need help over the top in certain matchups.

Good team fits: Bills, Ravens. Falcons, Chargers, Packers, Rams, 49ers

21. Jahdae Barron, CB, Texas

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Barron has more experience in the slot and will be a candidate to start in that role immediately. He also had a breakout year in 2024 as an outside corner and might be physical enough to excel in that role as well. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

He lacks the ideal size and length to play on the outside, so some teams will view him as only a nickel corner, which limits his value. Teams using higher rates of press coverage will also be hesitant to invest as he has almost no experience in those coverage schemes. 

Good team fits: 49ers, Dolphins, Packers, Ravens, Commanders, Steelers

22. James Pearce Jr, EDGE, Tennessee

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Pearce has a high ceiling as a pass rusher due to his speed off the edge. He has the traits you can’t teach, making him an exciting developmental prospect. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Despite the flashes of dominance, Pearce was MIA in Tennessee’s biggest games. Tennessee only faced two teams ranked in the top 50 of pressure rate allowed last year (Ohio State, Georgia), and Pearce generated just three pressures on 43 pass-rush snaps in those contests. He lacks a consistent plan as a pass rusher and will take time to develop.  

Good team fits: Commanders, Buccaneers, Falcons, Eagles, Lions, Browns, Jets

23. Jihaad Campbell, LB, Alabama

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Campbell is a developmental prospect with all the traits necessary to play at a high level in the pros. His production on blitzes will fit well with a team that likes to bring extra pressure. He even has some experience lining up on the edge. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

The mental side of the game is still a work in progress for Campbell. He reacts more than he anticipates at this stage of his career, and may need time before those skills catch up to his physical traits. 

Good team fits: Buccaneers, Seahawks, Raiders, Jets, Commanders, Dolphins

24. Shavon Revel Jr, CB, East Carolina

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Revel has rare size, length, and athleticism, setting a high ceiling as an outside corner with the potential to excel in press coverage. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Partially due to an ACL injury, from which he’s still recovering, Revel made just 15 starts at East Carolina, and only one against a power conference opponent. He’s played less than 500 career snaps in coverage. 

Good team fits: Commanders, Ravens, Falcons, 49ers, Packers, Raiders, Rams, Vikings

25. Shedeur Sanders, QB Colorado

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Sanders plays quarterback like a point guard, winning with athleticism and the ability to distribute the ball with accuracy to all levels of the field. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

If Sanders doesn’t learn how to get rid of the ball, it will be a fatal flaw. He has a tendency to drift back in the pocket and hold the ball far too long, often taking avoidable sacks. Although he’s a good athlete, he lacks the 99th percentile athleticism and arm strength required to maintain this style of play.

Good team fits: Browns, Giants, Jets, Saints, Steelers

26. Will Campbell, OL, LSU

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Campbell was a three-year starter at left tackle at LSU and likely remains there in the NFL. He wins with the athleticism necessary to mirror athletic pass rushers on the edge. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Campbell lacks ideal length, and some teams may view him as a guard due to his sub-33-inch arms. If he’s a guard, however, he might lack the ideal power to excel in the run game on the interior. 

Good team fits: Patriots, Bears, Dolphins, Colts, 49ers, Giants

27. Josh Conerly Jr, OT, Oregon

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Conerly was a two-year starter at left tackle for Oregon and has the length and enough athleticism to stay in that role in the pros. His high-level performance as a 20-year-old in 2024 is an indication of a high ceiling. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Due to a lack of power, Conerly is better in pass protection than in the run game. Given his age, this is understandable and should improve in the NFL. 

Good team fits: Rams, Chiefs, Texans, Colts, Packers, Eagles, Giants

28. Kenneth Grant, DL, Michigan

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Grant is built like a nose tackle but has the movement skills to provide some versatility on the interior defensive line. He’ll provide the most value to a multiple-front defense that can capitalize on his unique skill set. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Although he’s athletic for his size, Grant lacks the truly elite movement skills of other outliers at his size, such as Jordan Davis and Dexter Lawrence. If that different limits his effectiveness at other spots on the line, maybe he’s just a nose tackle, which would make him significantly less valuable. 

Good team fits: Chargers, Bills, Titans, Jaguars, Panthers, Cardinals

29. Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Loveland is a weapon in the pass game and has the speed to stretch the field down the seam. He also has the size to be a red zone weapon and a more traditional possession receiver at tight end. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Can he block? Loveland was often a liability as a blocker at Michigan, and he will get bullied by NFL edge defenders. So, how quickly can he add the strength needed to stay on the field and be a three-down tight end?

Good team fits: Rams, Colts, Panthers, Bears, Seahawks, Chargers

30. Luther Burden III, WR, Missouri

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Burden should be an immediate starter in the slot. With his reliable hand and solid production after the catch, he has a high floor in that role. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Does he have the ability to play on the outside? Although he’s certainly not slow, he might lack the blazing speed needed to excel as an undersized outside receiver. Inconsistent production also raises some doubts. He posted big numbers against bad teams but was mostly contained in many of Missouri’s biggest games. 

Good team fits: Texans, Cardinals, Bills, Patriots, Titans, Panthers, Cowboys

31. TreVeyon Henderson, RB, Ohio State

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Henderson wins with his vision and speed. He’s a patient runner who can find the hole and then has home-run speed to take advantage of miscues by the defense. He’ll also be an asset on passing downs. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Does he have the power to remain effective running between the tackles in the NFL? Henderson struggles to fight through early contact in the backfield at times, which means he might not be the ideal early-down back. 

Good team fits: Cowboys, Vikings, Commanders, Titans, Steelers, Broncos, Raiders

32. Walter Nolen, DL, Ole Miss

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Nolen is a developmental interior lineman with the movement skills to set a high ceiling. He fits best as a three-tech and will likely make his impact felt most with his pass rush. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

The production never fully lived up to the hype and the traits for the former five-star recruit. Nolen generated a mediocre 6.7% pressure when lined up at the three-tech spot last year. 

Good team fits: Eagles, Bills, Panthers, Cardinals, Steelers, Jets

33. Carson Schwesinger, LB, UCLA

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Schwesinger's anticipation skills and reliable tackling set a high floor for his production. He looks like a future starter with the intelligence to be a green player on defense. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

As a former walk-on, he spent four years in college but only started in 2024, so the one-year wonder concerns apply. He’ll need to add some strength to improve his production when mixing it up at the line of scrimmage. 

Good team fits: Cowboys, Buccaneers, Seahawks, Raiders, Patriots, Dolphins

34. Cam Ward, QB, Miami

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Ward’s physical traits (arm strength, accuracy, mobility) check all the boxes necessary to play quarterback in the league. He’s at his best when working off-script to create big plays out of nothing. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Can he dial back the reckless decision making? Ward made a name for himself with some fourth-quarter comebacks last year 一 unfortunately, his careless interceptions were often the reason the comeback was necessary. 

Good team fits: Giants, Titans, Browns, Saints

35. Xavier Watts, S, Notre Dame

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Watts, who was recruited as a wide receiver, applies those skills in the deep secondary, where he has elite ball-hawk skills. Notre Dame played a high rate of single-high coverage, and Watts thrived as the free safety in that scheme, though he can also line up in the slot or the box. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Disappointing testing numbers raise some concern at a position that typically requires high-level athletic traits. Since he relies on his anticipation skills to mask those flaws, it might take some time to hit his stride in the NFL. 

Good team fits: Colts, Bears, Steelers, Dolphins, Panthers

36. Jayden Higgins, WR, Iowa State

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Higgins has the size and hands to be a quality possession receiver on the outside or in the slot. He’s also surprisingly effective after the catch for a receiver of his size. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Iowa State runs a conservative offense that limited Higgins to the possession receiver role. He appears to have the traits to develop a more well-rounded game and stretch the field, but it’s an unknown due to his lack of experience in that role.  

Good team fits: Packers, Browns, Panthers, Seahawks, Falcons, Chargers, Rams, Raiders, Giants

37. Donovan Ezeiruaku, EDGE, Boston College

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Ezeiruaku is a polished pass rusher who wins with an array of moves and a blend of speed and power. He can play immediately on passing downs and has the tools to develop into a scheme-versatile three-down lineman. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

A lack of elite power or speed lowers his ceiling and might cause problems against the NFL’s top offensive tackles. To stay on the field on early downs, he’ll probably need to improve his strength for setting the edge. 

Good team fits: Packers, Bills, Cowboys, Chargers, Buccaneers, Commanders, Saints, Patriots

38. JT Tuimoloau, EDGE, Ohio State

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Tuimoloau has the balanced skill set and refined technique of an immediate starter. He primarily wins with power, but he has enough athleticism to generate quick pressure off the edge against lesser offensive tackles. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Speed is not the strength of his game, which limits his ceiling as a pass rusher. He’ll need to continue perfecting an array of pass-rush moves to maintain a starting role in the league. 

Good team fits: Patriots, Saints, Falcons, Buccaneers, 49ers, Browns, Panthers

39. Omarion Hampton, RB, North Carolina

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Hampton is a physical between-the-tackles runner who is the ideal early-down back. He also has enough speed to be a big-play threat once he hits the open field, and he’s a capable contributor on passing downs.  

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Does he have the vision to fully capitalize on his elite tools? It’s hard to imagine Hampton failing behind a strong offensive line, but when the designed hole doesn’t immediately open up, Hampton struggles to create for himself. That could lead to underwhelming production if he’s stuck in a struggling offense. 

Good team fits: Broncos, Steelers, Browns, Bears, Texans, Vikings, Patriots

40. Tre Harris, WR, Ole Miss

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Harris is an outside receiver who can win downfield with his size in contested situations, but he is also athletic enough to pose a serious threat after the catch on short and intermediate routes. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Although he flashed elite production early in the 2024 season, an injury robbed Harris of the opportunity to prove he could sustain that against tougher competition. A lack of focus seems to be the cause of far too many drops for a receiver with his catch radius and hand size. 

Good team fits: Patriots, Jaguars, Panthers, Jets, Cowboys, Seahawks, Packers, Chiefs

41. Matthew Golden, WR, Texas

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Golden is an outside receiver who can stretch the field with his speed. He has the type of speed that changes the way defenses line up to provide help on his side of the field. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Inconsistent hands limited his ability to develop into the go-to receiver in college. He’ll also need to convince teams he will bring the consistent effort needed to excel 一 although he was great in the playoffs for Texas, there were plenty of games against lesser competition where he struggled to get involved. 

Good team fits: Cowboys, Broncos, Bills, Texans, Seahawks, Dolphins, Bears

42. Tyleik Williams, DL, Ohio State

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Williams is built like a nose tackle but primarily lined up as a three-tech at Ohio State. His versatility would be a welcome addition to a defense relying on multiple fronts. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Due to his lack of typical three-tech movement skills, Williams never made a consistent impact as a pass rusher. If he can’t collapse the pocket, maybe he’s just a nose tackle, which is significantly less valuable. 

Good team fits: Bills, Chargers, Titans, Cardinals, Saints

43. Tyler Booker, OG, Alabama

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Booker is a physical run blocker with impressive size and length for an interior lineman. He’s the ideal fit at guard for a power run offense. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

A lack of athleticism limits what you can ask him to do, and he’s probably a better fit for a team leaning heavily on zone-blocking schemes. Booker also needs to clean up the penalties, as he gets grabby when panicked. 

Good team fits: Lions, Texans, 49ers, Vikings, Giants, Seahawks

44. Mike Green, EDGE, Marshall

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Green is a high-energy pass rusher with the explosive traits to create quick pressure off the edge. He should make an immediate impact as a pass rusher. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Can he be trusted off the field? Green was accused of sexual assault in high school and then again during his freshman year at Virginia. Neither led to an arrest, but even a generous interpretation of those accusations shows a pattern of putting himself in bad situations. On the field, the primary concern is a lack of strength, which may limit him to a pass-rush specialist role. 

Good team fits: Commanders, Lions, Vikings, Bills, Texans, Giants, Seahawks

45. Jack Sawyer, EDGE, Ohio State

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Sawyer is a pass-rush technician whose best attribute is his ability to generate power. His toughness and leadership skills will be attractive to coaches.  

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

A lack of length and speed lowers Sawyer’s potential. He’s a max-effort player, which endears him to coaches and teammates, but might be an indication that he’s already playing near his ceiling. 

Good team fits: Lions, Packers, Commanders, Broncos, Titans, Chargers, Cowboys, Browns

46. Malaki Starks, S, Georgia

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Starks is a center fielder with the anticipation skills to be a threat in the free safety role. He’ll fit best with a team playing a high rate of two-high coverage, where he’ll be an asset in the deep secondary.

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

A lack of size and strength probably prevents him from consistently lining up in the box. However, a lack of speed might concern teams leaning on a lot of single-high safety coverages. 

Good team fits: Dolphins, Bengals, Jaguars, Bills, Vikings

47. Maxwell Hairston, CB, Kentucky

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Hairston is a developmental prospect with the speed and length to set a high ceiling. He’s quick enough for a role in the slot but also has the traits to play on the outside. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

The production has yet to match the traits. Based on route-adjusted data, Hairston allowed a catch rate 3.3% above expected last year 一 an above-average rate in that metric is almost unheard of for a high-level prospect. Expect him to struggle if forced into an immediate role. 

Good team fits: Commanders, Chiefs, Panthers, Colts, Bills, Falcons, Cardinals, Buccaneers 

48. Landon Jackson, EDGE, Arkansas

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Jackson fits best as a defensive end in four-man fronts who can set the edge against the run. With a nice blend of size and athleticism, he can make his presence felt as a pass rusher enough to provide value. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Above-average traits across the board set a high floor for Jackson, but a lack of one elite trait to set him apart might limit his ceiling. He’s not quite explosive enough to threaten opponents as a speed rusher, and doesn’t win with power consistently enough either. 

Good team fits: Bills, Packers, Vikings, Browns, Commanders, Buccaneers, Eagles, Jets, Cowboys

49. Princely Umanmielen, EDGE, Ole Miss

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Umanmielen's production is impossible to ignore. His 18% pressure rate off the edge ranked fourth among power conference pass rushers last year. He should make an immediate impact on passing downs. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Umanmielen might lack the strength to play on early downs against the run as a rookie. Mediocre testing numbers raised some doubts about his ability to translate his pass-rush success to the pros. 

Good team fits: Commanders, Eagles, Cowboys, Broncos, Panthers, Chiefs, Chargers

50. Aireontae Ersery, OT, Minnesota

Where he’ll make an impact in the NFL

Ersery wins with his size and strength, forcing smaller edge rushers to take a wide path around him. 

What are his weaknesses? What concerns do teams have?

Although he dominated lesser competition, Ersery was vulnerable against his toughest opponents and probably lacks the athletic traits to have a high ceiling. Some teams will also view him as too tall to play guard, and the lack of versatility might limit his value. 

Good team fits: Ravens, Bills, Texans, Dolphins, Eagles, Jets, Rams, Lions