Indiana
• Jr
• 6’5″
/ 236 lbs
Projected Team
PROSPECT RNK
1st
POSITION RNK
1st
PAYDS
3535
RUYDS
276
INTS
6
TDS
48
This is a slam dunk. All mock drafters will get this one right. He is the guy to turn that franchise around.
Ohio State
• Jr
• 6’4″
/ 243 lbs
Projected Team
PROSPECT RNK
3rd
POSITION RNK
2nd
I think they will consider David Bailey here as well, but in the end Reese plays the run better and will give them more position versatility.
Texas Tech
• Sr
• 6’4″
/ 250 lbs
Projected Team
PROSPECT RNK
19th
POSITION RNK
3rd
Adding Bailey to a front with Josh Sweat would give the Cardinals a nice 1-2 punch on the edge. They could also consider tackle here, but Bailey is a better prospect.
Miami (Fla.)
• Jr
• 6’2″
/ 263 lbs
Projected Team
PROSPECT RNK
2nd
POSITION RNK
1st
They added some nice pieces to the defense in free agency, so this will give them a nice edge player to finalize their front four.
Ohio State
• Sr
• 6’5″
/ 243 lbs
Projected Team
PROSPECT RNK
10th
POSITION RNK
1st
He is the type of player John Harbaugh loves in the middle of his defense. He has the speed to chase down plays behind a good defensive line. It fits.
Ohio State
• Jr
• 6’2″
/ 192 lbs
Projected Team
PROSPECT RNK
8th
POSITION RNK
2nd
REC
51
REYDS
875
YDS/REC
17.2
TDS
9
They need to get a premier receiver, even if the quarterback situation is muddied. Tate would be that guy. He is a polished player who fits a major need.
Notre Dame
• Jr
• 6’0″
/ 214 lbs
Projected Team
PROSPECT RNK
16th
POSITION RNK
1st
RUYDS
1372
YDS/ATT
6.9
REYDS
280
TDS
21
They would consider edge Reuben Bain Jr. in this spot if he were there, but they signed guys in free agency. They opt for the star runner who can be their go-to guy in the run game.
Ohio State
• Jr
• 6’0″
/ 205 lbs
Projected Team
PROSPECT RNK
7th
POSITION RNK
1st
In Brandon Staley’s scheme, he could play the “star” role in their defense. That’s a hybrid player who can do a lot of things in coverage, in the run game and as a blitzer.
Miami (Fla.)
• Jr
• 6’6″
/ 329 lbs
Projected Team
PROSPECT RNK
20th
POSITION RNK
4th
They have a need at right tackle — although Jaylon Moore can play there — and Mauigoa can be a starter right away. Down the line, he could also be a guard, which is what some scouts think he will be.
Tennessee
• Jr
• 6’1″
/ 188 lbs
Projected Team
PROSPECT RNK
9th
POSITION RNK
1st
He missed last season with a torn ACL, but word is he’s made a nice recovery. He’s the best cover player in this class when healthy. The Bengals could use another corner.
LSU
• Sr
• 6’0″
/ 187 lbs
Projected Team
PROSPECT RNK
12th
POSITION RNK
3rd
He is a good man cover player who would fit a major need in the Dolphins corner room. They have a lot of bodies there, but is there a true quality starter in the group?
Oklahoma
• Sr
• 6’2″
/ 241 lbs
Projected Team
PROSPECT RNK
41st
POSITION RNK
6th
The Cowboys have to get some twitchy help on the edge. Thomas can do that. He isn’t big at 6-foot-2 and 240 pounds, but he would fit the new defense. This would seem high for him, but watch his tape.
USC
• Jr
• 5’11”
/ 192 lbs
Projected Team
PROSPECT RNK
18th
POSITION RNK
4th
REC
79
REYDS
1156
YDS/REC
14.6
TDS
13
They add to their receiver room, giving them a little more juice. We know that Davante Adams isn’t a kid anymore, so why not get a young receiver to develop for the future?
Penn State
• Jr
• 6’4″
/ 323 lbs
Projected Team
PROSPECT RNK
15th
POSITION RNK
1st
He is the cleanest offensive lineman in this class. He is a power player who will step in and start right away to bolster a line that needs it.
Auburn
• Jr
• 6’6″
/ 276 lbs
Projected Team
PROSPECT RNK
27th
POSITION RNK
5th
They need more help for their pass rush. Faulk seems to fit the type of player general manager Jason Licht likes to draft. His best football is in front of him.
Arizona State
• Jr
• 6’2″
/ 203 lbs
Projected Team
PROSPECT RNK
6th
POSITION RNK
1st
REC
61
REYDS
711
YDS/REC
11.7
TDS
9
The Jets need to get receiver help to go with Garrett Wilson. Tyson might be the most talented in this class, but he has missed a lot of time with injuries.
Utah
• Jr
• 6’6″
/ 311 lbs
Projected Team
PROSPECT RNK
5th
POSITION RNK
2nd
This is a team in need of young offensive line help. Fano played tackle in college, but he could also move inside to guard.
Toledo
• Sr
• 6’4″
/ 202 lbs
Projected Team
PROSPECT RNK
28th
POSITION RNK
2nd
They need a young playmaking safety who has a lot of tools in the box. McNeil-Warren is that type of player. He might end up as the best safety in this class.
Oregon
• Jr
• 6’3″
/ 241 lbs
Projected Team
PROSPECT RNK
29th
POSITION RNK
1st
REC
51
REYDS
560
YDS/REC
11
TDS
8
They need to give Bryce Young a playmaking tight end, which Sadiq can become. He is also a willing blocker, which is big in the run game.
Texas Tech
• Sr
• 6’1″
/ 231 lbs
Projected Team
PROSPECT RNK
83rd
POSITION RNK
9th
They can use some linebacker help, and this kid can do it all. He is good against the run and the pass.
Oregon
• Sr
• 6’4″
/ 314 lbs
Projected Team
PROSPECT RNK
51st
POSITION RNK
5th
He is the perfect Steelers player. He is nasty in the run game and good in pass protection. He’s just scratching what he can become as a left guard, which is a position of need for the Steelers.
UCF
• Sr
• 6’4″
/ 253 lbs
They have to get some young blood for their edge group. Lawrence is one of those guys who would fit what they want in their scheme. He plays hard all the time, which shows up on tape.
Alabama
• Jr
• 6’7″
/ 352 lbs
Projected Team
PROSPECT RNK
4th
POSITION RNK
1st
They have to get some younger offensive linemen with Lane Johnson always talking retirement. Proctor played left tackle in college, but he could easily move to the right side.
Alabama
• Jr
• 6’1″
/ 211 lbs
Projected Team
PROSPECT RNK
33rd
POSITION RNK
2nd
PAYDS
3567
RUYDS
93
INTS
5
TDS
30
Are they sold on the guys they have? That’s debatable, especially with a new coach. Simpson would be an interesting pick for the Browns.
Clemson
• Jr
• 6’3″
/ 298 lbs
Projected Team
PROSPECT RNK
13th
POSITION RNK
1st
He played heavy last year, and didn’t play as well. That’s why he’s down this far in the draft. But Woods was once considered a top-10 talent and his weight is down.
Texas A&M
• Sr
• 6’3″
/ 253 lbs
Projected Team
PROSPECT RNK
24th
POSITION RNK
4th
The Bills have to get more edge-rush help and Howell can do that. He has shorter arms, but he can impact the game off the edge.
Georgia
• Jr
• 6’7″
/ 315 lbs
Trent Williams is getting up in the years and wants a new contract. It’s time to start looking for a replacement.
Florida
• Sr
• 6’6″
/ 327 lbs
Projected Team
PROSPECT RNK
46th
POSITION RNK
7th
They need to get some young talent inside on defense. It might seem strange to do that here with other needs, but Banks has the talent — if he can stay on the field — to become a nice power player inside.
Clemson
• Jr
• 5’11”
/ 180 lbs
Projected Team
PROSPECT RNK
11th
POSITION RNK
2nd
They have to get corner help with both Trent McDuffie and Jaylen Watson now with the Rams. Terrell said he modeled his game after McDuffie, so it would fit.
Miami (Fla.)
• Sr
• 6’3″
/ 259 lbs
Projected Team
PROSPECT RNK
26th
POSITION RNK
4th
The Dolphins need pass-rush help, so they can take the local product to liven up their pressure. He’s older at 25, but he would be a nice addition to their defense.
Clemson
• Jr
• 6’4″
/ 263 lbs
Projected Team
PROSPECT RNK
49th
POSITION RNK
6th
Edge help is needed, and Parker has some juice. Parker didn’t play as well last year as he did in 2024, but the talent is there.
Oregon
• Soph
• 6’0″
/ 201 lbs
Projected Team
PROSPECT RNK
35th
POSITION RNK
3rd
They lost Coby Bryant to free agency, so Thieneman would compete right away. He is a playmaker who has the range to fit in this scheme.