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No but I think the team does. Think the teams confident in them with what they showed vs the niners.
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OCyrus Torrence OL
Zach Charbonnet RB
Rasheed Rice WR
Zack Kuntz TE
Andrew Vorhees OL
Clayton Tune QB
Nick Jones CB
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1. Drew Sanders LB/Edge Arkansas Draft Grade 6.7 (Year 1 starter) NFL Comp Tremaine Edmunds Bears
Overview
Unique linebacker prospect with the physical traits, athleticism and skill set to be deployed as an inside linebacker or a stand-up edge rusher. The former five-star Alabama signee transferred to Arkansas for the 2022 season and posted eye-catching production with the Razorbacks. He plays with good technique in take-ons and has plenty of pursuit range, but he’s still finding his footing with his run fits and tackle consistency. He’s a tough out for interior protection as a blitzing linebacker and has natural rush talent to hunt quarterbacks off the edge. Sanders’ athletic gifts, versatility and toughness could help him become a highly impactful playmaker with Pro Bowl upside.
Strengths
Overview
Highly competitive wideout with an enticing blend of size, skill and toughness that fits what teams look for in an NFL starter. Tillman was a monster in 2021, ringing up impressive performances against the likes of Alabama and Georgia. He proved he could catch the ball through contact underneath while imposing his size and ball skills on opponents when pulling in the deep ball. He has average speed and needs to play with better explosiveness out of his breaks, as NFL windows will become much tighter on the first two levels. A high ankle sprain suffered in the third game of the season robbed him of a highly productive 2022, but his toughness to make it back early and compete late in the year has impressed evaluators.
Strengths
3. Luke Schoonmaker TE Michigan Draft Grade 6.36 (Eventual plus starter) NFL Comp Dawson Knox Bills
Overview
Versatile combination tight end capable of performing a variety of tasks in one-, two- or three-tight end sets. Schoonmaker steps foot on the field ready for action as a run blocker and does a nice job of competing in the entry and sustain phases of the block. He will need to add more muscle and play strength but already has a feel for creating run-lane angles with his footwork. He has the athletic talent to run a slightly expanded route tree, but he needs to do a better job of competing aggressively for catch space and meeting throws with extended hands. He could see action early but might need a year or so before he works himself into a full-time TE2 role.
Strengths
Overview
Evans’ career average of 6.9 yards per carry demonstrates his home run ability, but nagging injuries have limited him in the last two seasons. Teams will need to examine his injury history and determine whether it’s a concern for them or not. He has lead back size and impresses with his willingness to fight through contact for additional yardage on most runs. His vision and creativity are average at best, but the talent/traits should put him in contention for early carries as a very good complementary back with future RB1 upside.
Strengths
5. Andrew Vorhees OL USC Draft Grade 6.24 (Eventual Average Starter) NFL Comp Teven Jenkins Bears
Overview
Guard prospect with five years of starting experience that shows itself with consistency and football IQ. Vorhees is a technically sound run blocker with a repeatable process. His range laterally and to the second level will be a little limited, but he’s an even-paced drive blocker, using excellent positioning, leveraged hands and churning legs. He needs to get quicker with inside hands in pass protection and guard against trying to protect his edges with his hands rather than a foot slide. The injury he suffered during his NFL Scouting Combine workout could cause him to fall in the draft, but he has the potential to become a starter when he’s fully healthy.
Strengths
7. Justin Shorter WR Florida Draft Grade 6.12 (Good Backup possible future starter) NFL Comp Bryan Edwards Falcons
Overview
Big and long with the build-up speed and skill set to attack defenses via intermediate and deep routes. Shorter plays to his size with a rugged demeanor that allows him to play through physical coverage and secure catches. He has above-average ball-winning talent down the field but he’s too leggy and gradual in short spaces to escape press quickly or win consistently underneath. Shorter requires longer-developing routes that allow him to turn over his stride, but once he gets going, he tilts the odds in his favor. His limitations cap his ceiling, but his toughness and ball skills raise his floor as a WR4/5 with upside.
Strengths
Overview
Unique linebacker prospect with the physical traits, athleticism and skill set to be deployed as an inside linebacker or a stand-up edge rusher. The former five-star Alabama signee transferred to Arkansas for the 2022 season and posted eye-catching production with the Razorbacks. He plays with good technique in take-ons and has plenty of pursuit range, but he’s still finding his footing with his run fits and tackle consistency. He’s a tough out for interior protection as a blitzing linebacker and has natural rush talent to hunt quarterbacks off the edge. Sanders’ athletic gifts, versatility and toughness could help him become a highly impactful playmaker with Pro Bowl upside.
Strengths
- Demeanor and traits of a playmaker.
- Long, explosive, rangy and versatile.
- Can line up at inside linebacker or as an outside rusher.
- Wickedly fluid slide-and-swim move as an A-, B- or C-gap rusher.
- Possesses athletic ability to beat tackles around the edge.
- Willing to dart into gaps when he recognizes disruption potential.
- Lateral scrape quickness to beat blocker to the spot.
- Contact balance keeps him upright and in the play.
- Capable in sideline-to-sideline pursuit.
Overview
Highly competitive wideout with an enticing blend of size, skill and toughness that fits what teams look for in an NFL starter. Tillman was a monster in 2021, ringing up impressive performances against the likes of Alabama and Georgia. He proved he could catch the ball through contact underneath while imposing his size and ball skills on opponents when pulling in the deep ball. He has average speed and needs to play with better explosiveness out of his breaks, as NFL windows will become much tighter on the first two levels. A high ankle sprain suffered in the third game of the season robbed him of a highly productive 2022, but his toughness to make it back early and compete late in the year has impressed evaluators.
Strengths
- Comes from NFL bloodlines.
- Plays the game with desired physicality.
- Posted 17 catches for 352 yards and two TDs in UT’s games against Alabama and Georgia in 2021.
- Proven toughness over the last two years.
- Unfazed catching in traffic.
- Wide catch radius paired with strong hands.
- Plays deep throws with focus, body control and A+ ball skills.
- Adjusts his pacing and positioning for optimal catch success.
- Drags cornerbacks for extra yardage after the catch.
3. Luke Schoonmaker TE Michigan Draft Grade 6.36 (Eventual plus starter) NFL Comp Dawson Knox Bills
Overview
Versatile combination tight end capable of performing a variety of tasks in one-, two- or three-tight end sets. Schoonmaker steps foot on the field ready for action as a run blocker and does a nice job of competing in the entry and sustain phases of the block. He will need to add more muscle and play strength but already has a feel for creating run-lane angles with his footwork. He has the athletic talent to run a slightly expanded route tree, but he needs to do a better job of competing aggressively for catch space and meeting throws with extended hands. He could see action early but might need a year or so before he works himself into a full-time TE2 role.
Strengths
- Gets off the ball and into his routes with adequate quickness.
- Fluid feet to get in and out of route breaks.
- Sinks into soft spots of zone, allowing spacing from defenders.
- Able to drop and dig out the low throws.
- Displays the fortitude necessary for NFL run blocking.
- Generates lift from hip explosion into contact.
- Keeps a wide base into and through his sustain blocks.
- Impressive feel for hand resets as base blocker.
Overview
Evans’ career average of 6.9 yards per carry demonstrates his home run ability, but nagging injuries have limited him in the last two seasons. Teams will need to examine his injury history and determine whether it’s a concern for them or not. He has lead back size and impresses with his willingness to fight through contact for additional yardage on most runs. His vision and creativity are average at best, but the talent/traits should put him in contention for early carries as a very good complementary back with future RB1 upside.
Strengths
- Body composition of an NFL lead back.
- Burst is sudden and explosive.
- Can bounce runs wide and beat pursuit to the corner.
- Quick to process and elude versus penetration.
- Slashes through leg tackles with contact balance.
- Top-end speed for long house calls.
- Consistently adds yards to the carry with power.
5. Andrew Vorhees OL USC Draft Grade 6.24 (Eventual Average Starter) NFL Comp Teven Jenkins Bears
Overview
Guard prospect with five years of starting experience that shows itself with consistency and football IQ. Vorhees is a technically sound run blocker with a repeatable process. His range laterally and to the second level will be a little limited, but he’s an even-paced drive blocker, using excellent positioning, leveraged hands and churning legs. He needs to get quicker with inside hands in pass protection and guard against trying to protect his edges with his hands rather than a foot slide. The injury he suffered during his NFL Scouting Combine workout could cause him to fall in the draft, but he has the potential to become a starter when he’s fully healthy.
Strengths
- Five seasons of starting experience.
- Steps into run fits at quality angles.
- Consistently well-placed hands as drive blocker.
- Leg churn bolsters block engagement and seal.
- Reacts quickly to moving fronts post-snap.
- Pass sets with a feel for A-gap pressure.
- Passes off twisters cleanly to teammates.
- Good firmness in outside hand to corral rusher.
7. Justin Shorter WR Florida Draft Grade 6.12 (Good Backup possible future starter) NFL Comp Bryan Edwards Falcons
Overview
Big and long with the build-up speed and skill set to attack defenses via intermediate and deep routes. Shorter plays to his size with a rugged demeanor that allows him to play through physical coverage and secure catches. He has above-average ball-winning talent down the field but he’s too leggy and gradual in short spaces to escape press quickly or win consistently underneath. Shorter requires longer-developing routes that allow him to turn over his stride, but once he gets going, he tilts the odds in his favor. His limitations cap his ceiling, but his toughness and ball skills raise his floor as a WR4/5 with upside.
Strengths
- Big wideout with massive wingspan and large hands.
- Can make his money working intermediate and deep.
- Highly effective ball-tracking and high-point ability.
- Better footwork getting into comebacks than most his size.
- Willing to play rough at the top of the route.
- Above-average focus and catch strength in traffic.
- Able to sink low and cradle throws off the turf.
- Secures with body catches into collisions.
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