Second Mock Draft

[morasp]

24 Brian Thomas Jr. WR LSU 4.33 40 yard dash

• Good job of steering clear of press hands during his release.
• Short-area shake helps uncover for quick hitters underneath.
• Able to bend hips and sit in the chair at route breaks.
• Straight-line speed takes him into top position on go routes.
• Outstanding ball-tracker who can bring it in over his shoulder.
• Length and burst to run down and secure potential overthrows.
• Led nation with 17 receiving scores at a pace of one every four catches.

56 Cooper Beebe IOL Kansas St

• Burly, broad frame with impressive level of density.
• Power merchant with ability to drive defenders against their will.
• Opens wide run lanes with kick-outs and wash-downs.
• Stays square to pass rushers in his pass sets.
• Wide and stout, making it hard to bull rush or quick-win him.
• Instincts provide the ability to locate and respond to twists.

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87 Jaylen Wright RB Tennessee 4.38 40 yard dash

• Sprinter’s speed for long touchdown runs once he hits the open field.
• Posted an explosive run (10-plus yards) on 25.4 percent of his carries in 2023.
• Sudden jump-cut creates lateral exits away from tacklers.
• Linear runner but can get to change of direction with timing.
• Displayed ability to stay up and drag tacklers against Texas A&M.
• Natural, sticky hands with potential to run more routes than he did in college.

174 Hunter Nourzad OC Penn St.

Overview​

Broad and powerful with thick hips and adequate length for the position. The Cornell transfer not only possesses NFL-caliber core strength, technique and body control, he also had quality performances against his toughest Big Ten competition. Nourzad has the feel and footwork for all run-blocking schemes and is strong enough to deal with a 0-technique lined up over him. While he’s strong on impact, he needs to be careful about playing too far out over his skis in order to keep from whiffing. His punch and anchor are where they need to be, but the Ohio State game showed he has work to do with twist recognition and response. Nourzad has early starter ability at center.

Strengths​

• Quick-sets pass rushers with early hands in their chest.
• Maintains extension and feel for rusher through mirroring.
• Firm jab followed by a firm anchor to withstand a charge.
• Fits up angle blocks with inside hands and running feet to finish.
• Power to displace and push blocks vertically on inside zones.
• Pad level and power help stabilize the nose before climbing to linebacker.
• Athleticism to find positioning as zone blocker and get out in front when pulling.

216 Jordan Magee LB Temple

• Play demeanor is active and consistently aggressive.
• Praised for high football character and on-field intelligence.
• Has strong base for his size and is capable of taking on blocks.
• Steps downhill into gaps and constricts space for runners.
• Pinballs around interior while keeping eyes peeled for tackle tries.

233 Fabien Lovett DT Florida St.

• Movements are compact, balanced and powerful.
• Has the talent and technique to split double-teams and leverage his gap.
• Carries a tree stump for a base, forcing blockers to slide off their sustain.
• Quick punch and extension allow him to control single blocks.
• Heavy hands should give him the ability to improve as a pass rusher.
• High football character with desire to help his team.

244 Steele Chambers LB Ohio St.

• Will fit his gap and spill action wide or set an edge to contain.
• Pounces on top of combo blocker to short-circuit the climb up.
• Fairly decisive in his read and reaction to early play development.
• Has a talent for wiggling away from blockers in tight quarters.
• Athletic tackler with ability to find entry points from challenging angles.
• Possesses coverage potential in man or zone as a pro.

OL
LT Smith LG Beebe OC Nourzad/Hoffman/Bass RG Martin RT Steele
WR
Lamb Cooks Tolbert Thomas
TE
Schoonmaker Ferguson
RB
Wright Dowdle
FB
Luepke

DL
Lawrence Odighizuwa Smith Williams/Parsons (DPR)
LB
Kendricks Clark Parsons/Overshown?
CB
Lewis Diggs Bland
S
Wilson Hooker

Would we be better than last year? Possibly, I like the moves on the defensive coaching staff, I like that they even have a defensive run game coordinator and Guenther should be good at that, Al Harris is a good coach and I'm anxious to see how he does in his new role.

Player wise:
Wilson and Hooker are both solid
Getting Diggs back at CB will help
Kendricks was a big deal, I think he's still good against the run and pass and should help getting the defense lined up.
I think Sam Williams will settle in to his new role a lot like Armstrong did when we lost Gregory.
I'm looking forward to second year improvements from Mazi, Luepke, Schoonmaker, and Bass and whoever else may step up.

The rookies
Thomas could give us an added dimension to the offense that we haven't had that could help both the passing and run games
I would love to see the combination of Smith and Beebe on the left side of the offensive line
Wright could be a homerun threat at RB
I don't like the idea of no competition at the center position and Nourzad could compete early
Our LBs are a little thin and Magee and Chambers would add depth and they could eventually develop into starters
Lovett is a run stuffing DT without much pass rush potential currently.

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[Aven8]

Nice draft! Thomas and Wright would make the Offense dynamic

 

[InPhiltraitor]

24 Brian Thomas Jr. WR LSU 4.33 40 yard dash

• Good job of steering clear of press hands during his release.
• Short-area shake helps uncover for quick hitters underneath.
• Able to bend hips and sit in the chair at route breaks.
• Straight-line speed takes him into top position on go routes.
• Outstanding ball-tracker who can bring it in over his shoulder.
• Length and burst to run down and secure potential overthrows.
• Led nation with 17 receiving scores at a pace of one every four catches.

56 Cooper Beebe IOL Kansas St

• Burly, broad frame with impressive level of density.
• Power merchant with ability to drive defenders against their will.
• Opens wide run lanes with kick-outs and wash-downs.
• Stays square to pass rushers in his pass sets.
• Wide and stout, making it hard to bull rush or quick-win him.
• Instincts provide the ability to locate and respond to twists.

.
87 Jaylen Wright RB Tennessee 4.38 40 yard dash

• Sprinter’s speed for long touchdown runs once he hits the open field.
• Posted an explosive run (10-plus yards) on 25.4 percent of his carries in 2023.
• Sudden jump-cut creates lateral exits away from tacklers.
• Linear runner but can get to change of direction with timing.
• Displayed ability to stay up and drag tacklers against Texas A&M.
• Natural, sticky hands with potential to run more routes than he did in college.

174 Hunter Nourzad OC Penn St.

Overview​

Broad and powerful with thick hips and adequate length for the position. The Cornell transfer not only possesses NFL-caliber core strength, technique and body control, he also had quality performances against his toughest Big Ten competition. Nourzad has the feel and footwork for all run-blocking schemes and is strong enough to deal with a 0-technique lined up over him. While he’s strong on impact, he needs to be careful about playing too far out over his skis in order to keep from whiffing. His punch and anchor are where they need to be, but the Ohio State game showed he has work to do with twist recognition and response. Nourzad has early starter ability at center.

Strengths​

• Quick-sets pass rushers with early hands in their chest.
• Maintains extension and feel for rusher through mirroring.
• Firm jab followed by a firm anchor to withstand a charge.
• Fits up angle blocks with inside hands and running feet to finish.
• Power to displace and push blocks vertically on inside zones.
• Pad level and power help stabilize the nose before climbing to linebacker.
• Athleticism to find positioning as zone blocker and get out in front when pulling.

216 Jordan Magee LB Temple

• Play demeanor is active and consistently aggressive.
• Praised for high football character and on-field intelligence.
• Has strong base for his size and is capable of taking on blocks.
• Steps downhill into gaps and constricts space for runners.
• Pinballs around interior while keeping eyes peeled for tackle tries.

233 Fabien Lovett DT Florida St.

• Movements are compact, balanced and powerful.
• Has the talent and technique to split double-teams and leverage his gap.
• Carries a tree stump for a base, forcing blockers to slide off their sustain.
• Quick punch and extension allow him to control single blocks.
• Heavy hands should give him the ability to improve as a pass rusher.
• High football character with desire to help his team.

244 Steele Chambers LB Ohio St.

• Will fit his gap and spill action wide or set an edge to contain.
• Pounces on top of combo blocker to short-circuit the climb up.
• Fairly decisive in his read and reaction to early play development.
• Has a talent for wiggling away from blockers in tight quarters.
• Athletic tackler with ability to find entry points from challenging angles.
• Possesses coverage potential in man or zone as a pro.

OL
LT Smith LG Beebe OC Nourzad/Hoffman/Bass RG Martin RT Steele
WR
Lamb Cooks Tolbert Thomas
TE
Schoonmaker Ferguson
RB
Wright Dowdle
FB
Luepke

DL
Lawrence Odighizuwa Smith Williams/Parsons (DPR)
LB
Kendricks Clark Parsons/Overshown?
CB
Lewis Diggs Bland
S
Wilson Hooker

Would we be better than last year? Possibly, I like the moves on the defensive coaching staff, I like that they even have a defensive run game coordinator and Guenther should be good at that, Al Harris is a good coach and I'm anxious to see how he does in his new role.

Player wise:
Wilson and Hooker are both solid
Getting Diggs back at CB will help
Kendricks was a big deal, I think he's still good against the run and pass and should help getting the defense lined up.
I think Sam Williams will settle in to his new role a lot like Armstrong did when we lost Gregory.
I'm looking forward to second year improvements from Mazi, Luepke, Schoonmaker, and Bass and whoever else may step up.

The rookies
Thomas could give us an added dimension to the offense that we haven't had that could help both the passing and run games
I would love to see the combination of Smith and Beebe on the left side of the offensive line
Wright could be a homerun threat at RB
I don't like the idea of no competition at the center position and Nourzad could compete early
Our LBs are a little thin and Magee and Chambers would add depth and they could eventually develop into starters
Lovett is a run stuffing DT without much pass rush potential currently.

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Me and CD Lamb like your draft. Appreciate taking BPA and not resigning yourself to the O-Line with that pick.

Nice move with Beebe. Not enough talk of taking a true Guard at 2. If the Cowboys get Wright at 3, I’m having a party. Nourzad could be a bit of a sleeper and I really like Magee. Don’t know much about the Florida kid. I haven’t read what others think of Chambers but I do know he’s very active when I watch tOSU, and at 244 he could be a solid backup and special teams contributor.

 

[reddyuta]

I like Brian Thomas but not sure we can afford to draft a WR in the first RD.

 

[805BoysInBlue]

I like this draft

 

[cnuball21]

Love it…like the BPA at 24 and getting good value at need positions after.

 

[Malhavoc]

Very solid. I think BTJ would add an element to the offense this team sorely needs.

 

[Cowboyny]

Nothing wrong with your projection, but it’s too offensive heavy for my liking. Believe they view linebacker as a priority need and not selecting one until mid day 3 doesn’t move the needle for the position.

 

[morasp]

Nothing wrong with your projection, but it’s too offensive heavy for my liking. Believe they view linebacker as a priority need and not selecting one until mid day 3 doesn’t move the needle for the position.

I'm not sure who he would replace out of Clark Parsons and Kendricks also Overshown.

The way the offense looked against the Packers they need to start using some draft capital on that side of the ball. In the last three drafts eight out of eleven of our picks in rounds 1-3 have been on defense and 18/29 of our our total picks.

 

[darthseinfeld]

24 Brian Thomas Jr. WR LSU 4.33 40 yard dash

• Good job of steering clear of press hands during his release.
• Short-area shake helps uncover for quick hitters underneath.
• Able to bend hips and sit in the chair at route breaks.
• Straight-line speed takes him into top position on go routes.
• Outstanding ball-tracker who can bring it in over his shoulder.
• Length and burst to run down and secure potential overthrows.
• Led nation with 17 receiving scores at a pace of one every four catches.

56 Cooper Beebe IOL Kansas St

• Burly, broad frame with impressive level of density.
• Power merchant with ability to drive defenders against their will.
• Opens wide run lanes with kick-outs and wash-downs.
• Stays square to pass rushers in his pass sets.
• Wide and stout, making it hard to bull rush or quick-win him.
• Instincts provide the ability to locate and respond to twists.

.
87 Jaylen Wright RB Tennessee 4.38 40 yard dash

• Sprinter’s speed for long touchdown runs once he hits the open field.
• Posted an explosive run (10-plus yards) on 25.4 percent of his carries in 2023.
• Sudden jump-cut creates lateral exits away from tacklers.
• Linear runner but can get to change of direction with timing.
• Displayed ability to stay up and drag tacklers against Texas A&M.
• Natural, sticky hands with potential to run more routes than he did in college.

174 Hunter Nourzad OC Penn St.

Overview​

Broad and powerful with thick hips and adequate length for the position. The Cornell transfer not only possesses NFL-caliber core strength, technique and body control, he also had quality performances against his toughest Big Ten competition. Nourzad has the feel and footwork for all run-blocking schemes and is strong enough to deal with a 0-technique lined up over him. While he’s strong on impact, he needs to be careful about playing too far out over his skis in order to keep from whiffing. His punch and anchor are where they need to be, but the Ohio State game showed he has work to do with twist recognition and response. Nourzad has early starter ability at center.

Strengths​

• Quick-sets pass rushers with early hands in their chest.
• Maintains extension and feel for rusher through mirroring.
• Firm jab followed by a firm anchor to withstand a charge.
• Fits up angle blocks with inside hands and running feet to finish.
• Power to displace and push blocks vertically on inside zones.
• Pad level and power help stabilize the nose before climbing to linebacker.
• Athleticism to find positioning as zone blocker and get out in front when pulling.

216 Jordan Magee LB Temple

• Play demeanor is active and consistently aggressive.
• Praised for high football character and on-field intelligence.
• Has strong base for his size and is capable of taking on blocks.
• Steps downhill into gaps and constricts space for runners.
• Pinballs around interior while keeping eyes peeled for tackle tries.

233 Fabien Lovett DT Florida St.

• Movements are compact, balanced and powerful.
• Has the talent and technique to split double-teams and leverage his gap.
• Carries a tree stump for a base, forcing blockers to slide off their sustain.
• Quick punch and extension allow him to control single blocks.
• Heavy hands should give him the ability to improve as a pass rusher.
• High football character with desire to help his team.

244 Steele Chambers LB Ohio St.

• Will fit his gap and spill action wide or set an edge to contain.
• Pounces on top of combo blocker to short-circuit the climb up.
• Fairly decisive in his read and reaction to early play development.
• Has a talent for wiggling away from blockers in tight quarters.
• Athletic tackler with ability to find entry points from challenging angles.
• Possesses coverage potential in man or zone as a pro.

OL
LT Smith LG Beebe OC Nourzad/Hoffman/Bass RG Martin RT Steele
WR
Lamb Cooks Tolbert Thomas
TE
Schoonmaker Ferguson
RB
Wright Dowdle
FB
Luepke

DL
Lawrence Odighizuwa Smith Williams/Parsons (DPR)
LB
Kendricks Clark Parsons/Overshown?
CB
Lewis Diggs Bland
S
Wilson Hooker

Would we be better than last year? Possibly, I like the moves on the defensive coaching staff, I like that they even have a defensive run game coordinator and Guenther should be good at that, Al Harris is a good coach and I'm anxious to see how he does in his new role.

Player wise:
Wilson and Hooker are both solid
Getting Diggs back at CB will help
Kendricks was a big deal, I think he's still good against the run and pass and should help getting the defense lined up.
I think Sam Williams will settle in to his new role a lot like Armstrong did when we lost Gregory.
I'm looking forward to second year improvements from Mazi, Luepke, Schoonmaker, and Bass and whoever else may step up.

The rookies
Thomas could give us an added dimension to the offense that we haven't had that could help both the passing and run games
I would love to see the combination of Smith and Beebe on the left side of the offensive line
Wright could be a homerun threat at RB
I don't like the idea of no competition at the center position and Nourzad could compete early
Our LBs are a little thin and Magee and Chambers would add depth and they could eventually develop into starters
Lovett is a run stuffing DT without much pass rush potential currently.

​

I like! Got a whole lot better on the OL and skill positions. Thomas could he a #1 WR right now on alot of teams

 

[Malhavoc]

We can’t get it all. Definitely need help on the DL. I would have no problem taking Murphy or Newton in round 1 of it plays out that way.

 

[Sydla]

This mock highlights the stupidity of our front office.

On the surface, this is a draft that helps the offense for sure. But we've done little to address big concerns like DL and LB. Again, if the two dolts in charge had a better offseason plan, a draft like this could put a team over the top potentially.

But alas, we have two idiots running the show here.

 

[morasp]

This mock highlights the stupidity of our front office.

On the surface, this is a draft that helps the offense for sure. But we've done little to address big concerns like DL and LB. Again, if the two dolts in charge had a better offseason plan, a draft like this could put a team over the top potentially.

But alas, we have two idiots running the show here.

The other possibility is maybe they just aren't very good at drafting DL and LB it's not like they haven't used a lot of draft picks on them. Parsons, Overshown in rounds 1 and 3. Clark was considered a top rated LB until the neck issue. When the Bengals did a rebuild they drafted a lot of the offensive weapons and made some good signings in FA on defense.

 

[Cowboyny]

I'm not sure who he would replace out of Clark Parsons and Kendricks also Overshown.

The way the offense looked against the Packers they need to start using some draft capital on that side of the ball. In the last three drafts eight out of eleven of our picks in rounds 1-3 have been on defense and 18/29 of our our total picks.

It all starts with stopping the run defensively, they couldn’t absorb the loss of Lve. Kendricks is a nice 1yr band-aid, but they need to upgrade the position. Clark hasn’t shown much, let’s see how Overshown responds year 1 post acl injury, where we have seen others have their struggles

 

[Sydla]

The other possibility is maybe they just aren't very good at drafting DL and LB it's not like they haven't used a lot of draft picks on them. Parsons, Overshown in rounds 1 and 3. Clark was considered a top rated LB until the neck issue. When the Bengals did a rebuild they drafted a lot of the offensive weapons and made some good signings in FA on defense.

Then how are they going to get better at those positions? FA would be the answer but once again we did nothing.

 

[morasp]

Then how are they going to get better at those positions? FA would be the answer but once again we did nothing.

I seem to be in the minority but I still think Mazi Smith can be a good 1T with some coaching. I also don't think Clark is a bust, Last season was really his first full season and he had over 100 tackles. That's more than Jack Campbell had and he was taken 18th overall by the Lions.

 

[Sydla]

I seem to be in the minority but I still think Mazi Smith can be a good 1T with some coaching. I also don't think Clark is a bust, Last season was really his first full season and he had over 100 tackles. That's more than Jack Campbell had and he was taken 18th overall by the Lions.

Even if those guys pan out we are still pretty weak at both positions.

 

[morasp]

Even if those guys pan out we are still pretty weak at both positions.

I'm not much of a salary cap guy and to be honest for me that just more detailed than I care to get. I wouldn't mind more activity in FA but they say there's no money.