It's time for my annual three-round mock draft, which has a simple concept: I'm the general manager for each team at each pick, from No. 1 to No. 107.
I'm not projecting picks based on what I'm hearing around the league. This is me making 107 picks -- three full rounds -- based on what's best for each team at that slot, so that each team gets an "A" grade.
The ground rules:
At each slot, I make a pick in the best interest of only the team with the pick. I won't pass on a player at No. 4 just because I like the team at No. 5 better.
No trades unless they have already happened. I try to address team needs, but as with the actual draft, value can supersede need.
Once again, I'm not projecting. It's more a look at where I see value up and down the board, based on my rankings.
There's a team-by-team look with my full analysis below, as well as a pick-by-pick version, so you can see how the order of the picks progressed and get an idea of who was off the board when each team selected.
The Browns really need to hit on these picks in the top 65. They had 15 picks last year but hit on few difference-makers (I gave them a C+ in my regrades). They have needs at almost every position. This slate would give Cleveland my top-ranked pass-rusher (and overall prospect) and top-ranked quarterback with its first two picks. Those are franchise-changing prospects. Trubisky is going to need some time to adjust to the league, but he has a high ceiling. The undersized Lewis will probably be available at the top of the second round, as there will be a run on corners on Day 1. Lewis is my seventh corner off the board here. Jones is tremendously athletic, running a 4.41 40 at the combine at 220 pounds, and could contribute immediately. Hunt is a downhill runner who breaks tackles and has some value as a receiver out of the backfield.
I have Jonathan Allen rated higher than Thomas, but Thomas is a better fit in San Francisco. He has double-digit sack potential and is a different player than the D-linemen the 49ers have taken in the first round the past two years (DeForest Buckner and Arik Armstead). Could he even play some outside linebacker in the Niners' 3-4? I moved Mahomes ahead of Clemson's Deshaun Watson in my quarterback rankings. He's one of my favorite players to watch in the class, and you can't deny his natural tools. Mahomes would give new coach Kyle Shanahan a developmental prospect with which to work. The 49ers brought in Brian Hoyer in free agency, and he could play while Mahomes gets used to the speed of the NFL. Wilson is a big corner (6-foot-1, 211 pounds) without ideal speed (4.54 40 at the combine), but he could compete for a starting spot in San Francisco. Getting Wilson at the top of Round 3 would be a steal.
Chicago Bears
Round 1 (3): Jamal Adams, S, LSU
Round 2 (36): DeMarcus Walker, DE, Florida State
Round 3 (67): Damontae Kazee, CB, San Diego State
Chicago added cornerbacks Prince Amukamara and Marcus Cooper in free agency, so I'm going with a safety here. Adams is a do-it-all defender with All-Pro potential. Walker is versatile and a hard-worker who could start at defensive end in the Bears' 3-4. He had 16 sacks for the Seminoles last season. Kazee is a ball hawk who had 15 interceptions the past two seasons. He isn't big (5-foot-10, 184 pounds), and he didn't run fast at the combine (4.54 40), and that could drop him into the fourth round. But if I were the GM of a team that needed a slot corner in the third round, Kazee would be my guy. Neither Amukamara nor Cooper is an inside corner. I think Kazee will have a better career than some of the corners who get picked in the second round. He's underrated.
Jacksonville Jaguars
Round 1 (4): Jonathan Allen, DL, Alabama
Round 2 (35): Evan Engram, TE, Ole Miss
Round 3 (68): Aviante Collins, OT, TCU
Stick Allen at defensive tackle next to $85 million man Malik Jackson, and let him get after quarterbacks and disrupt running games. Yes, Jacksonville has spent a lot of money on its defensive line the past two seasons, but Allen is worth it. He had 23 sacks the past two seasons. There has been some talk of the Jags taking O.J. Howard at No. 4, but this scenario would give them Engram, my No. 2-ranked tight end, at the top of the second round. He's a pass-catcher, and after trading away Julius Thomas, Jacksonville sorely needs a replacement. Collins is an athletic, developmental guy who could play right tackle or guard. His 4.81 40 at the combine was by far the fastest among offensive linemen, and it forced scouts to head back to the tape.
Tennessee has two first-round picks after trading down from No. 1 with the Rams last year, but the Titans traded back up with Cleveland and lost their second-round pick in 2018. That means they have a huge gap after picking No. 18. I think the Titans have three clear needs: cornerback, wide receiver and inside linebacker. I don't have a corner or receiver in my top five, but I do have Foster ranked that high. He's that good, an every-down linebacker with elite range. Tennessee just released Jason McCourty, and Humphrey could step in and start immediately. The 6-foot-4 Hollins, a former walk-on, and 6-foot-6 Hodges would give Marcus Mariota two productive targets with upside.
The Jets might be hesitant to take a tight end so high, but Howard has all the traits of a future All-Pro. In this scenario, I have the Jets passing on a quarterback at No. 6 -- remember, I don't have Mitchell Trubisky as a top-20 prospect -- and taking Watson with their second pick. I don't expect Watson to make it to Round 2, but he's my third-ranked quarterback. Yes, that's back-to-back second-round picks on quarterbacks for the Jets, who took Christian Hackenberg last year, but I don't see their long-term starter on their roster. Watson has a lot of potential, but he had an inconsistent junior season. Feeney was a four-year starter who also played some tackle for the Hoosiers. Anzalone had injury issues throughout college and played only 31 games, but he has the size and athleticism to play inside or outside linebacker.
Keenan Allen has played only nine games the past two seasons, and former undrafted free agent Tyrell Williams led the Chargers in receiving last season. Give Philip Rivers another big-time target, and the Chargers could be one of the most-improved teams in the league in 2017. Los Angeles could use another offensive tackle, but there aren't any elite tackles in this class. Dawkins started at left tackle the past three seasons for the Owls, but he's likely to be a guard at the next level. Grabbing a potential immediate starter in the second round is a smart move. At 6-foot-3, 316 pounds, Johnson is a good pass-rusher from the interior; he had 7.5 sacks last season.
Carolina Panthers
Round 1 (8): Christian McCaffrey, RB, Stanford
Round 2 (40): Jordan Willis, DE, Kansas State
Round 2 (64): Taylor Moton, OT, Western Michigan
Round 3 (98): Adam Bisnowaty, OT, Pitt
Since the season ended, few prospects have risen higher than McCaffrey, who will be my No. 1 running back when my top-300 rankings come out next week. He has the athleticism (4.48 40) and versatility to be a difference-maker. The Panthers could use him as a complement to veteran Jonathan Stewart and as a primary option in the receiving and return games. Don't count out McCaffrey's being an every-down back in the league, even at 5-foot-11, 202 pounds. Willis is a pure pass-rusher who impressed at the combine with a 6.85-second 3-cone drill and a 4.53 40 at 6-foot-4, 255 pounds. Carolina gave Matt Kalil $31 million guaranteed to be its left tackle, but the right side is more unclear. In Moton and Bisnowaty, the Panthers are getting two four-year starters: Moton on the right and Bisnowaty on the left.
I could see the Bengals going with a pass-rusher or receiver on Day 1, but I'm going with Reddick, who could play outside or inside in the Bengals' 4-3. A former walk-on, Reddick had a great Senior Bowl week and tremendous combine, and it wouldn't surprise me to see him go in the top 10. Cincinnati brought in Kevin Minter in free agency, so Reddick probably would slot outside. Wormley brings some pass-rushing skills from the interior and had six sacks last season. Smith-Schuster didn't have the senior season I thought he might (70 catches, 10 touchdowns), but he qualifies as a steal here in a deep receiving class.
Buffalo Bills
Round 1 (10): Jabrill Peppers, S, Michigan
Round 2 (44): David Njoku, TE, Miami (Fla.)
Round 3 (75): Cooper Kupp, WR, Eastern Washington
Don't be shocked if Peppers goes this high. He's a tremendous athlete (4.46 40, 35½-inch vertical) and the best punt returner in this draft. Even after signing Jordan Poyer and Micah Hyde, the Bills are far from settled at safety. And they don't have anyone on the roster like Peppers. The freakishly athletic Njoku isn't likely to make it to pick No. 44, but I have only two tight ends going before then. Charles Clay hasn't played up to the five-year deal he signed in 2015, and pass-catcher is a need. The Bills could also go receiver in the second round, but I'm giving them Kupp. He isn't a burner, running a 4.62 40 at the combine, but he's a playmaker who is one of the most NFL-ready wideouts in this draft.
OK, hear me out: The Saints desperately need cornerbacks. It has been quiet on the Malcolm Butler front lately, and so here I have them getting corners with their two first-round picks. I like Delvin Breaux, but he played only 287 snaps last season. I would run the pick to the podium if Lattimore, my top-ranked corner, is here at 11. He's a one-year starter with big-time tools, including a 4.36 40 and 38½-inch vertical at 6 feet, 193 pounds. Jackson has a smaller frame (5-foot-10, 186 pounds) and might end up as a slot corner. But in a pass-happy league, slot corners are on the field most of the game. I wouldn't hesitate to take him at the end of the first round, and he'll also return punts. With the trade of Brandin Cooks, there will be touches available, and Samuel is a hybrid playmaker who had more than 70 receptions and rushes and 15 total touchdowns last season. Dobbs, my fifth-ranked QB, could be gone by the end of the second round. Even after bringing back Chase Daniel, the Saints need to find a Drew Brees successor. Rivers is a ferocious pass-rusher with a great motor and had 41 career sacks.
Should the Cardinals reach for a quarterback here? I'm not so sure. They have needs elsewhere, namely at inside linebacker (if Reuben Foster drops, he'd be a good fit) and cornerback. Arizona's once-formidable receiving corps doesn't look as good with former first-round pick Michael Floyd gone and Larry Fitzgerald turning 34 before the season begins. Don't knock Davis' competition level -- he has No. 1 wideout potential. King, the 2015 Jim Thorpe Award winner, is undersized at 5-foot-10, 201 pounds and could end up at safety, but he's a playmaker (14 career interceptions). Arizona brought back 35-year-old Karlos Dansby to play next to Deone Bucannon, but McMillan is a tackling machine who might be an immediate upgrade.
Philadelphia Eagles
Round 1 (14): Gareon Conley, CB, Ohio State
Round 2 (43): Marcus Maye, S, Florida
Round 3 (99): Tanoh Kpassagnon, DE, Villanova
The Eagles' front seven is solid, but the back end needs help. At corner, they let Nolan Carroll II walk in free agency after he started 16 games, and they brought in former first-round pick Patrick Robinson on a one-year deal. Philadelphia needs a starter with its first pick, and Conley, a consistent two-year starter for the Buckeyes, could be that guy. Maye, whose 2016 season was cut short because of a broken arm, would help on special teams and potentially replace Rodney McLeod or Malcolm Jenkins, who both had down seasons. Kpassagnon would be an upside pick late on Day 2. At 6-foot-7 and 289 pounds, he is massive and had some of the longest arms (35***8541; inches) and biggest hands (10***8541; inches) measured at the combine.
Indianapolis Colts
Round 1 (15): Leonard Fournette, RB, LSU
Round 2 (46): Malik McDowell, DT, Michigan State
Round 3 (80): Jermaine Eluemunor, OG, Texas A&M
Fournette might not drop to 15, but he certainly could. Few teams in the top half of the first round need backs, and others might see a better, different fit with Christian McCaffrey. Yes, the Colts finally had a 1,000-yard rusher last season, but Frank Gore still averaged 3.9 yards per carry, and he turns 34 soon. Why not pair Fournette with Andrew Luck (who was Indy's second-leading rusher, by the way)? Fournette is an elite talent. McDowell is a polarizing prospect with mouth-watering athleticism and size (6-foot-6, 295 pounds) but a questionable motor and work ethic. He's worth betting on in the middle of the second round and could be a big-time steal if he becomes more consistent. The London-born Eluemunor is a project who played guard and tackle for the Aggies. I think he'll stay inside in the NFL.
Baltimore Ravens
Round 1 (16): Forrest Lamp, OG, Ball State
Round 2 (47): T.J. Watt, OLB, Wisconsin
Round 3 (74): Jake Butt, TE, Michigan
Round 3 (78): Carlos Henderson, WR, Louisiana Tech
Lamp is the best guard in this class and won't last long if he gets past the Ravens at 16. After a run on pass-rushers, Baltimore might not like the outside linebackers available, so it could get Lamp, who'll be a Day 1 starter at left guard or center. Then the Ravens' best-case scenario would be a 3-4 pass-rusher such as Watt falling to them in the second round. At 6-foot-4, 252 pounds, T.J. is a much different player than his brother J.J., but he's a solid player. I'm not as high on him as some -- he started only one season -- but you can't deny his production, including 11.5 sacks and 63 total tackles. Butt might have been a top-40 pick if he hadn't torn his ACL in Michigan's Orange Bowl loss. Dennis Pitta took a pay cut to remain in Baltimore, but the Ravens still need an eventual replacement. Henderson isn't big (5-foot-11, 199 pounds), but he's explosive (4.46 40 and 36-inch vertical). He's also my No. 2-ranked kick returner.
Washington Redskins
Round 1 (17): Malik Hooker, S, Ohio State
Round 2 (49): Dalvin Cook, RB, Florida State
Round 3 (81): Montravius Adams, DT, Auburn
Washington signed former Cardinals safety D.J. Swearinger to a low-risk deal this offseason, but it's far from settled at free safety in the long term. Hooker is the best center-field-type safety in this class. He had seven interceptions last season, including three pick-sixes, and made plays all over the field. He could drop a little because he started only one season and has some injury questions, but he has tremendous potential. Cook is another prospect who has dropped a little. He didn't have a great combine, and his shoulders are a concern. There's a chance he drops here because of how deep this running back class is. Robert Kelley and Matt Jones are decent, but neither is a home run threat like Cook, who had 38 rushing touchdowns the past two seasons. Adams, who would probably play nose guard, could be a second-round pick if a team rolls the dice on his talent. He must be more consistent.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Round 1 (19): John Ross, WR, Washington
Round 2 (50): Budda Baker, S, Washington
Round 3 (84): Jordan Leggett, TE, Clemson
The guy I've compared Ross to since last year? DeSean Jackson, whom the Bucs signed this offseason. They have slight frames that don't fit with how traditional receivers look, but man, they are blazing fast: Ross clocked a 4.22 in the 40, and Jackson clocked 4.35. They're electrifying, big-play threats who could blow by defensive backs and take it to the house at any moment, and they're stellar returners. Adding Ross would give Tampa Bay a trio of Ross, Jackson and No. 1 wideout Mike Evans. That's scary for defenses. Baker is one of my favorite players in this draft and would be a top-15 pick if he were bigger. At 5-foot-10, 195 pounds, he's an enforcer who could line up in the slot, play deep safety or help in run support in the box. Cameron Brate had a breakout season in 2016, but I still think the Bucs need a pass-catching tight end. Leggett is solid value here.
Denver Broncos
Round 1 (20): Ryan Ramczyk, OT, Wisconsin
Round 2 (51): Adam Shaheen, TE, Ashland
Round 3 (82): Trey Hendrickson, DE, Florida Atlantic
Round 3 (101): Isaiah McKenzie, WR, Georgia
The first three picks here would fill all of the Broncos' biggest needs. Ramczyk is my first tackle off the board. That might be hard to believe, but this isn't the class in which to find a top-tier (and top-five) blindside protector. The Broncos brought in Menelik Watson to play right tackle, but he isn't a lock to be an above-average player, and Donald Stephenson hasn't impressed on the other side. Ramczyk could compete at both tackle spots. The massive Shaheen (6-foot-6, 278 pounds) isn't a sleeper at this point, but he could be a weapon in the NFL if he develops as a blocker and adapts to the speed of the game. Hendrickson is an underrated pass-rusher who could rotate with Von Miller & Co. McKenzie is tiny at 5-foot-7, 173 pounds, but he's a dynamic athlete. He's also my No. 3-ranked punt returner and had five punt return touchdowns in college.
Detroit Lions
Round 1 (21): Kevin King, CB, Washington
Round 2 (53): Joe Mixon, RB, Oklahoma
Round 3 (85): Tarell Basham, DE, Ohio
King, who spent two seasons at safety, wowed with his athleticism (4.43 40, 39½-inch vertical) and frame (6-foot-3, 200 pounds) at the combine. Stick him on the other side of Darius Slay, and the Lions would have two building blocks for the future. I might be tempted to go running back in Round 1 for the Lions if Christian McCaffrey or Leonard Fournette somehow made it to 21. In this case, I'm giving Detroit the most talented back in this class, Mixon, in the second round. He has off-the-field issues and won't be on the draft boards for every team, but he's a phenomenal all-purpose player. Basham is a premium pass-rusher who's a great fit at end in a 4-3.
With Forrest Lamp and the top-four cornerbacks off the board, I'm moving on to linebacker for the Dolphins, who are set in the middle with Kiko Alonso but have questions at both outside spots. Enter Davis, whose intangibles I love. He's a reliable linebacker with a nose for the football who could play inside or outside in the NFL. He has the potential to be an every-down player. I like 2016 second-round pick Xavien Howard at corner, but as I've said, this is a passing league. Teams need corners. Awuzie is the best tackling corner in this draft. He tackles so well that he could play safety. Banner could be Miami's answer at guard, with Laremy Tunsil moving outside to left tackle. Banner (6-foot-8, 353 pounds) started three seasons at right tackle for the Trojans, but I don't think he has the athleticism to play outside in the NFL.
New York Giants
Round 1 (23): Charles Harris, DE, Missouri
Round 2 (55): Marcus Williams, S, Utah
Round 3 (87): Samaje Perine, RB, Oklahoma
I'm not sold on the Giants' offensive tackles, but for now, I'm going with a pass-rusher who can spell Jason Pierre-Paul and Olivier Vernon. Harris is a versatile defender who could play for all 32 teams. He had 16 sacks the past two seasons. Last year's third-round pick, Darian Thompson, missed most of the 2016 season because of injury, and we still don't know if he's the long-term answer at free safety. Williams is a super athletic (43½-inch vertical) center fielder who would fit alongside Landon Collins. Perine is just a bully. At 5-foot-11, 233 pounds, he steamrollers defenders. New York had one of the worst rushing offenses in the league last season, and Perine brings value late in the third round.
The Raiders' defense is only a couple pieces away from being Super Bowl-caliber, and there's no doubt that they will be scouring the cornerbacks in this class. White, a four-year starter, could play outside or in the slot, and he could also help in the return game. Watkins is an explosive pass-rusher in a big frame (6-foot-3, 309 pounds). If he had been more consistent on every down, he might be a first-round pick. Oakland just cut veteran nose tackle Dan Williams, so there's an opening. The Raiders are still chasing Marshawn Lynch, but for now, I'll give them a runner in the mold of Lynch. At 6-0, 233 pounds, Foreman ran for more than 2,000 yards last season, but a stress fracture in his foot kept him out of combine workouts. He did have an impressive pro day, however, with a 4.45 40.
Once again, the 25 spot is a reach for quarterbacks, according to my rankings. I'll give Bill O'Brien's squad an eventual replacement for Duane Brown in Robinson, who is a powerful run-blocker but needs to clean up some things to reach his potential. That means I'm going with a quarterback in the second round, and it's Peterman, my No. 4-ranked signal-caller. He doesn't have big-time arm strength, but that should improve when he gets into the league. He's a steady QB with room to grow into a starter and could compete with Tom Savage. Taylor, who had 34 touchdown catches the past two seasons, doesn't have ideal size (5-foot-11, 203 pounds) or speed (4.50 40), but he could develop into a reliable No. 3 receiver.
Everyone knows the Seahawks' need along the offensive line, but I'm sure they'll be keeping an eye on corners here too, especially if they deal Richard Sherman before the draft (that could mess up their allotment of picks here). Bolles, who turns 25 before the season, is a mauler who is probably better on the right side. He started only one season for the Utes after coming over from a junior college. If lanky corner Kevin King doesn't fall to Seattle in the first round, Seattle could nab Witherspoon, who has a similar frame (6-foot-3, 198 pounds). Ogunjobi and Tomlinson are big bodies who can get into the backfield, and the Seahawks love to rotate along the defensive line. Williams is a bit of a wild card in this draft. He does one thing superbly -- sack quarterbacks -- and that's a skill teams covet. But he needs to improve the rest of his game. Williams could find a role as a situational pass-rusher for Seattle.
Kansas City Chiefs
Round 1 (27): Zach Cunningham, ILB, Vanderbilt
Round 2 (59): Chris Godwin, WR, Penn State
Round 3 (91): Alvin Kamara, RB, Tennessee
Round 3 (104): DeShone Kizer, QB, Notre Dame
The Chiefs are another team that could take a quarterback in Rounds 1 or 2, but I would put other needs higher. Derrick Johnson can't man the middle of the Kansas City defense forever, and he's recovering from an Achilles injury suffered in December. Cunningham, a tackling machine with sideline-to-sideline range, could be his successor. I also think the Chiefs need help at receiver and running back. Godwin flashed No. 1 receiver ability at times for the Nittany Lions, and his 4.42 40 at his size showed his athleticism. Kamara was a part-time back in college and probably won't be a three-down back in the NFL, but he has some explosion. I thought Kizer, my No. 6-ranked quarterback, should have stayed in school for another year. He isn't ready to play, and he'll have to sit behind a veteran and develop. Alex Smith's contract is up in 2018, which gives Kizer two years to absorb Andy Reid's offense.
I expect the Cowboys to draft defense on Day 1, and defensive back is in play after Brandon Carr, Morris Claiborne and J.J. Wilcox departed in free agency. If Barnett is available at 28, though, Dallas has a chance to grab a pass-rusher who could put up double-digit sacks annually. Former second-round picks DeMarcus Lawrence and Randy Gregory combined for only two sacks last season, and Gregory is suspended for at least the 2017 season. Barnett was one of the most productive defenders in college football throughout his career (33 total sacks). Moreau tore a pectoral muscle at his pro day, but his workouts and 4.35 40 at the combine impressed scouts, so he won't drop far. Dallas could get starters with its first two picks. This tight end class is deep, and the Cowboys could bet on Everett as an eventual replacement for Jason Witten, though they have tried that in the past, including using second-round picks on Martellus Bennett and Gavin Escobar. Everett (6-foot-3, 239 pounds) is more of a pass-catcher than blocker.
Yes, the Packers brought back Nick Perry with a $60 million deal in March, but McKinley is too good to pass up if he falls to 29. He's a perfect fit in a 3-4 defense, a speed rusher who broke out in 2016 with 10 sacks and three forced fumbles. Put him in the rotation with Perry and Clay Matthews, and let them pile up the sacks and QB hurries. Jones, a three-year starter, might be looking at a redshirt year after he tore his Achilles at the Huskies' pro day in March. We would have been a top-20 pick if he were healthy. If the Packers stay out of the Adrian Peterson sweepstakes, it appears they're going with converted receiver Ty Montgomery as their starter. Conner is a bruising back (6-foot-1, 233 pounds) who doesn't have elite speed (4.65 40). He'll be available in the middle rounds.
Pittsburgh Steelers
Round 1 (30): Zay Jones, WR, East Carolina
Round 2 (62): Tyus Bowser, OLB, Houston
Round 3 (94): Rasul Douglas, CB, West Virginia
Round 3 (105): Kendell Beckwith, ILB, LSU
If Martavis Bryant gets reinstated from suspension, Pittsburgh's need at receiver drops. For now I'm giving the team Jones, another one of my favorite prospects in this class. He plays hard -- he'll drop a pass on one play and then go make a great block on the next -- and he had 158 catches for the Pirates last season. Bowser's dropping to 62 might be a dream scenario for the Steelers, but he has to go to a 3-4 team, and Pittsburgh is an ideal fit. Douglas, a junior-college transfer, had eight interceptions last season, but his 4.59 40 will probably keep him out of the second round. Beckwith, who started three seasons for the Tigers, tore his ACL in November. He has the size (6-foot-2, 243 pounds) to play inside in a 3-4.
Atlanta's offense was so good last season that its defensive woes were disguised. The Falcons gave up 25.4 points per game, which ranked 27th in the league. As such, defense should be the priority, even after hitting on Keanu Neal and Deion Jones in the first two rounds last year. I've pegged Charlton as a good fit for the Falcons for the past month. Vic Beasley Jr. had 15.5 sacks last season, but no other Falcon had more than 4.5. Charlton can help against the run too. Melifonwu showed off a 44-inch vertical and 11-foot-9 broad jump at the combine, and he could rise all the way to Round 1. With Chris Chester now retired, Atlanta has an opening at right guard. Johnson started there the past three seasons.
With no first-round pick (traded to the Titans in last year's Jared Goff deal), a new coach and several holes on their roster, the Rams must hit on their first pick. Adding to the offensive line could be the safest bet here. Los Angeles brought in Andrew Whitworth and John Sullivan as short-term solutions at left tackle and center, respectively, after giving up the second-most sacks in the league (49) last season, but this is still a need. Garcia started 42 games on the left side in college, and I think he could start at tackle immediately in the NFL. Stewart, my eighth-ranked receiver, is undersized (5-foot-11, 204 pounds), but he's an all-around player and willing blocker.
The Vikings almost certainly will try to take an offensive lineman on Day 2, but I don't have any left on the board at 48. As a result, I'm switching gears to defense, where there are questions about former first-round pick Sharrif Floyd's future. Snagging Brantley, my third-ranked defensive tackle, in the second round is good value. He had an up-and-down career but was incredibly disruptive when he played at his best. Riley is a versatile defender who started only one season for LSU but made plays all over the field. With the extra third-round pick they received when the Dolphins traded up last year, I'm giving Minnesota a project receiver in Darboh, who had 14 career touchdowns.
New England Patriots
Round 3 (72): Carl Lawson, DE, Auburn
Round 3 (96): Ryan Anderson, OLB, Alabama
The Patriots traded out of the first round (with the Saints for Brandin Cooks) and second round (with the Panthers for Kony Ealy), but they added a second third-rounder in the trade with Carolina. Rob Ninkovich is a free agent in 2018, and the Patriots could find a replacement here. Lawson, a former freshman All-American, was seen as a potential Day 1 guy before injuries wrecked his 2014 and 2015 seasons. He returned with nine sacks last season and should be available in Round 3. Anderson did it all for the Crimson Tide as a steady, complete defender.
not even a bucs fan but i hope they get that group
Adrian Peterson's two-year deal with the Saints includes $3.5 million guaranteed.
The guaranteed money consists of a $2.5-million signing bonus and his $1-million base salary in 2017, so the Saints will be able to get out of the contract relatively scot-free after this season if they so choose. That decision will likely come before his $750,000 roster bonus is due on the third league day of 2018.
It's time to present our final rankings -- a full top 300 -- for the 2017 NFL draft class. The first 100 players below have scouting reports written by Steve Muench and Kevin Weidl, along with our grades for position-specific traits (1-5, with 1 being the best) and his Scouts Inc. grade in parentheses.
If you're looking for a position-by-position breakdown of our Top 300, click this link.
Important note: I have taken Ohio State CB Gareon Conley off our board until we have more information regarding the recent **** allegation made against him.
1. Myles Garrett, DE, Texas A&M (95)
Pass-rush skills: 1
Versus the run: 2
Versatility: 1
Instincts/motor: 2
What he brings: The most naturally gifted player in the class, Garrett possesses a rare size, athleticism and explosiveness combination. He has the potential to turn into a premiere NFL pass-rusher thanks to his ability to win with both speed and power, along with exceptional flexibility bending the edge.
2. Jamal Adams, S, LSU (94)
Instincts/recognition: 1
Cover skills: 2
Ball skills: 3
Run support: 1
What he brings: A naturally instinctive and versatile safety, Adams is physical in run support and has excellent athleticism in coverage. He plays fast and with infectious passion on the field while his maturity and leadership make him one of the more NFL-ready prospects in the class.
3. Solomon Thomas, DT, Stanford (94)
Pass-rush skills: 2
Versus the run: 1
Versatility: 2
Instincts/motor: 1
What he brings: A highly disruptive and versatile defensive lineman who can play in multiple roles along the front line. Thomas possesses explosive hands with an excellent combination of quickness, power and agility.
4. Leonard Fournette, RB, LSU (93)
Competitiveness: 2
Vision/patience: 3
Agility/acceleration: 2
Power/balance: 1
Passing game: 2
What he brings: A highly competitive and physical runner with a rare combination of size, speed and power. Fournette runs through a lot of contact and can be a nightmare to corral when reaching the open field. Needs to develop more patience as a runner at the NFL level.
5. Jonathan Allen, DT, Alabama (93)
Pass-rush skills: 1
Versus the run: 1
Versatility: 2
Instincts/motor: 2
What he brings: Allen is a versatile defensive lineman who plays with outstanding leverage and can line up in multiple spots along the front. Possesses the best sets of hands and is also one of the best interior pass-rushers in this defensive line class.
6. Marshon Lattimore, CB, Ohio State (92)
Instincts/recognition: 2
Cover skills: 1
Ball skills: 2
Run support: 2
What he brings: Lattimore is atop our list in a very deep cornerback class, with natural fluidity and the size and athleticism to play within a man or zone scheme. Displays outstanding speed with the closing burst to make up ground and the ball skills to finish when provided the opportunity.
7. O.J. Howard, TE, Alabama (92)
Separation skills: 3
Ball skills: 1
Big-play ability: 1
Competitiveness: 2
Blocking: 2
What he brings: The most complete tight end in the class. Howard is a big and athletic pass-catching tight end with the speed to stretch the vertical seams. In addition, he brings quality value as an inline blocker. He's got room to improve route awareness.
8. Reuben Foster, ILB, Alabama (92)
Instincts/recognition: 2
Take-on skills: 2
Range vs. run: 1
Tackling: 1
Third-down capabilities: 2
What he brings: Arguably the best pure football player in the class, Foster is an impact defender who owns the physicality and power to hold up in tight quarters and the range to cover sideline to sideline. An explosive hitter and underrated blitzer, he is a three-down player.
9. Christian McCaffrey, RB, Stanford (92)
Competitiveness: 1
Vision/patience: 2
Agility/acceleration: 1
Power/balance: 3
Passing game: 1
What he brings: McCaffery is a three-way player who can contribute as a running back and returner on special teams and is one of the most polished receivers we've ever evaluated at the position. Outstanding intangibles and NFL-ready to contribute from day one.
10. Malik Hooker, S, Ohio State (92)
Instincts/recognition: 1
Cover skills: 2
Ball skills: 1
Run support: 3
What he brings: A ballhawking safety who possesses playmaking instincts and outstanding range as a center fielder, Hooker is in the Ed Reed mold with his ability to convert turnovers into points. Room to become more consistent in run support but is active and willing in this area.
11. Haason Reddick, ILB, Temple (92)
Instincts/recognition: 3
Take-on skills: 3
Range vs. run: 2
Tackling: 2
Third-down capabilities: 1
What he brings: A versatile linebacker who can line up all over the front seven. Reddick brings excellent value on third downs with his ability to hold up in coverage and rush the passer from various positions. He will also make an immediate impact in the special-teams phase.
12. Mike Williams, WR, Clemson (91)
Separation skills: 3
Ball skills: 1
Big-play ability: 2
Competitiveness: 2
What he brings: A big and physical receiver, Williams needs polish with his routes but has the size and strength to create late separation when the ball is in the air. He's got the potential to develop into a one-on-one matchup problem outside the hashes and in the red zone due to his size, strength and ball skills.
13. Derek Barnett, DE, Tennessee (91)
Pass-rush skills: 1
Versus the run: 2
Versatility: 2
Instincts/motor: 2
What he brings: Tone-setter who is a better football player than athlete. He is one of the most natural edge rushers in the class, with outstanding snap anticipation, bend and closing burst. Barnett also brings quality instincts and point-of-attack skills setting the edge defending the run.
14. David Njoku, TE, Miami (Fla.) (91)
Separation skills: 1
Ball skills: 3
Big-play ability: 1
Competitiveness: 2
Blocking: 3
What he brings: A move, or "F," tight end with freakish athleticism. He can become a more consistent inline blocker and add detail with his route running, but he has the chance to develop into a difference-maker in the pass game with rare run-after-catch ability for the position.
15. Corey Davis, WR, Western Michigan (91)
Separation skills: 1
Ball skills: 3
Big-play ability: 2
Competitiveness: 2
What he brings: Davis has a very good combination of size, speed, toughness and route-running savvy. He does have some drops but makes up for it with his wide catch radius and ability to haul in the tough catches in contested situations.
16. Forrest Lamp, G, Western Kentucky (90)
Pass protection: 2
Run blocking: 2
Awareness: 3
Toughness: 1
What he brings: A converted tackle who will likely move inside at the NFL level. He is a grinder who plays with great technique and balance, and also has the intelligence and versatility to line up at multiple spots along the offensive line. Plug-and-play starter from day one.
17. Dalvin Cook, RB, Florida State (90)
Competitiveness: 3
Vision/patience: 1
Agility/acceleration: 2
Power/balance: 3
Passing game: 2
What he brings: Cook is the most natural runner of running back class. He is elusive, has outstanding vision and patience and acceleration out of cuts, as well as bringing quality versatility in the passing game. Durability and ball security are slight concerns.
18. Charles Harris, OLB, Missouri (90)
Instincts/recognition: 3
Take-on skills: 3
Range vs. run: 1
Tackling: 2
Third-down capabilities: 1
What he brings: An athletic and explosive athlete who was a former high school basketball standout, Harris is a speed rusher who has very good first step quickness and bend turning the corner. He's got a chance to become an impact edge defender if he can add bulk and improve his core strength.
19. Cam Robinson, OT, Alabama (90)
Pass protection: 3
Run blocking: 1
Awareness: 2
Toughness: 2
What he brings: Robinson is a powerful run-blocker with the length and flexibility to develop into an above-average pass-blocker with improved footwork. He's expected to push for a starting role, though he might have to move to right tackle or guard early in his career.
20. John Ross, WR, Washington (90)
Separation skills: 2
Ball skills: 2
Big-play ability: 1
Competitiveness: 2
What he brings: An explosive playmaker who can line up in the slot and outside the hashes. He possesses rare speed (4.22 40-yard dash at the combine) but also runs quality routes and is extremely dangerous with the ball in his hands both after the catch and as a returner on special teams. Lack of size and durability are concerns.
21. Evan Engram, TE, Mississippi (90)
Separation skills: 1
Ball skills: 2
Big-play ability: 2
Competitiveness: 3
Blocking: 4
What he brings: A four-year starter and two-time captain, Engram is an undersized move tight end who is never going to be a great blocker. However, he's a polished route runner whose combination of size, speed and athletic ability makes him a matchup nightmare.
22. Kevin King, CB, Washington (89)
Instincts/recognition: 2
Cover skills: 2
Ball skills: 2
Run support: 3
What he brings: He is a long, fast and rangy cornerback who also has experience lining up at safety. King has rare athleticism for his size with good ball awareness, and he is a physical tackler in run support. Brings quality value covering punts and kicks on special teams.
23. Marlon Humphrey, CB, Alabama (89)
Instincts/recognition: 2
Cover skills: 2
Ball skills: 3
Run support: 1
What he brings: While there's room for improvement when it comes to playing the ball and his eye discipline in zone coverage, Humphrey has the length, speed and fluidity to develop into a No. 1 corner. Plus, he's a reliable tackler and outstanding run defender.
24. Takkarist McKinley, DE/OLB, UCLA (89)
Pass-rush skills: 2
Versus the run: 2
Versatility: 3
Instincts/motor: 1
What he brings: An explosive edge rusher, McKinley has excellent snap anticipation and first-step quickness to threaten the edge quickly as a pass-rusher. Also plays with the physical demeanor and relentless motor that teams look for in the front seven.
25. Jarrad Davis, ILB, Florida (89)
Instincts/recognition: 3
Take-on skills: 2
Range vs. run: 1
Tackling: 3
Third-down capabilities: 3
What he brings: An explosive run-and-hit linebacker who has quality instincts and covers sideline to sideline defending the run. Room to grow in coverage but improved throughout his career, and he is an underrated blitzer. Davis has elite football character and work ethic.
26. Tre'Davious White, CB, LSU (89)
Instincts/recognition: 1
Cover skills: 2
Ball skills: 3
Run support: 3
What he brings: A team captain with excellent intangibles and work ethic, White is an instinctive cover corner with average size, good speed and quick feet. He's got some tightness in his hips and he has average overall ball skills.
27. Mitchell Trubisky, QB, North Carolina (89)
Mental makeup: 2
Accuracy: 2
Release/arm strength: 2
Pocket mobility: 1
What he brings: Only was a one-year starter (13 career starts) and will need time to develop and hone his craft. He's an accurate passer with the frame and quality pocket awareness, mobility and arm strength to develop into an effective NFL starter.
28. Deshaun Watson, QB, Clemson (88)
Mental makeup: 2
Accuracy: 3
Release/arm strength: 2
Pocket mobility: 1
What he brings: Watson's ability to transition to a pro-style offense will ultimately dictate whether or not he succeeds in the NFL. A proven winner, there's no denying he has the physical tools and rare intangibles to develop into a franchise quarterback.
29. Adoree' Jackson, CB, USC (88)
Instincts/recognition: 3
Cover skills: 2
Ball skills: 1
Run support: 3
What he brings: One of the most explosive and versatile players in this draft, Jackson is an undersized corner with the potential to develop outstanding man-to-man cover skills with improved technique. He's expected to make an immediate impact in the return game.
30. Ryan Ramczyk, OT, Wisconsin (88)
Pass protection: 1
Run blocking: 2
Awareness: 2
Toughness: 2
What he brings: Ramczyk is coming off hip surgery, played only one year of FBS football and has shorter arms. Still, he projects as a first-round pick with the foot speed and size to develop into an effective left tackle based off his 2016 tape. -- Steve Muench
31. Quincy Wilson, CB, Florida (88)
Instincts/recognition: 2
Cover skills: 3
Ball skills: 1
Run support: 2
What he brings: Wilson is a big and physical corner who masks the tightness in his hips with his instincts and ability to disrupt receivers in press coverage. He's also a playmaker who plays faster than his timed top-end speed and has outstanding ball skills.
32. Tyus Bowser, OLB, Houston (88)
Instincts/recognition: 3
Take-on skills: 3
Range vs. run: 1
Tackling: 3
Third-down capabilities: 2
What he brings: A former star high school basketball player who also played hoops for the Cougars early in his career, Bowser is a work in progress as a football player. However, he's already made great strides, plus he has explosive traits and above-average upside for an edge defender.
33. Zay Jones, WR, East Carolina (87)
Separation skills: 2
Ball skills: 1
Big-play ability: 2
Competitiveness: 1
What he brings: An ultra-productive and sure-handed college receiver, Jones needed to ease concerns about the competition he faced inflating his production and the scheme he played in. He did that by shining at the Senior Bowl and working out well at the combine.
34. Garett Bolles, OT, Utah (87)
Pass protection: 2
Run blocking: 2
Awareness: 2
Toughness: 2
What he brings: Bolles is the most athletic offensive lineman in the class. He possesses quick feet and lateral agility with the length to develop into a starting left tackle. Needs to continue to get stronger in his lower half but has very good agility to cover up defenders as a run-blocker.
35. Jourdan Lewis, CB, Michigan (87)
Instincts/recognition: 1
Cover skills: 2
Ball skills: 2
Run support: 1
What he brings: Lewis is one of the most naturally instinctive corners we've studied in years and he's tough for his size both in coverage and stepping up in run support. He's also got the closing burst and ball skills to develop into a playmaker.
36. Marcus Maye, S, Florida (87)
Instincts/recognition: 1
Cover skills: 2
Ball skills: 3
Run support: 1
What he brings: An instinctive and versatile safety, Maye is a reliable run defender with the range, length and athleticism to hold up in coverage. He's not as effective turning and running as he is facing the line of scrimmage.
37. T.J. Watt, OLB, Wisconsin (87)
Instincts/recognition: 2
Take-on skills: 2
Range vs. run: 2
Tackling: 3
Third-down capabilities: 2
What he brings: Watt is an above-average pass-rusher with the initial burst, balance and closing speed to threaten off the edge in the NFL. He also does a nice job of setting the edge against the run and has the range to make plays in pursuit.
38. Taco Charlton, DE, Michigan (86)
Pass-rush skills: 2
Versus the run: 2
Versatility: 2
Instincts/motor: 2
What he brings: Charlton makes up for what he lacks in suddenness and top-end speed with his length, size and power. He's an effective edge setter against the run, plus he uses his length, hands and flexibility to beat offensive tackles rushing the passer.
39. Budda Baker, S, Washington (86)
Instincts/recognition: 1
Cover skills: 2
Ball skills: 3
Run support: 2
What he brings: Baker is undersized with average ball skills, but he displays an above-average blend of burst, change-of-direction skills and instincts in coverage. Plus, he's an effective open-field tackler willing to step up in run support, and he's an outstanding special-teams player.
40. Alvin Kamara, RB, Tennessee (86)
Competitiveness: 2
Vision/patience: 3
Agility/acceleration: 2
Power/balance: 3
Passing game: 1
What he brings: Kamara is a quick and sudden runner who runs behind his pads and with better power than his size indicates. He is also a polished route runner who adds quality versatility to the passing game. Off-the-field concerns include Kamara being twice suspended in his time at Alabama and a 2014 arrest for driving without a license.
41. Malik McDowell, DT, Michigan State (86)
Pass-rush skills: 2
Versus the run: 1
Versatility: 1
Instincts/motor: 3
What he brings: While there's room for improvement when it comes to playing the ball and his eye discipline in zone coverage, Humphrey has the length, speed and fluidity to develop into a No. 1 corner. Plus, he's a reliable tackler and outstanding run defender.
42. Curtis Samuel, WR, Ohio State (86)
Separation skills: 2
Ball skills: 3
Big-play ability: 2
Competitiveness: 2
What he brings: An undersized and versatile weapon, Samuel is a big-play threat. He's got the burst and elite top-end speed to develop into a dangerous slot receiver who gets a handful of carries per game and possibly contributes in the return game.
43. Josh Jones, S, North Carolina State (86)
Instincts/recognition: 3
Cover skills: 2
Ball skills: 2
Run support: 1
What he brings: Jones lacks ideal experience -- one full year as a starter (2016) -- and he has room to develop in terms of his instincts, but he's an interchangeable and physical safety with an above-average combination of size, speed and ball skills.
44. Patrick Mahomes, QB, Texas Tech (85)
Mental makeup: 3
Accuracy: 3
Release/arm strength: 1
Pocket mobility: 2
What he brings: Only the third FBS player with multiple seasons of 5,000 total yards of offense, Mahomes faces a steep learning curve transitioning to a pro-style offense and his mechanics are all over the place. However, he's a hard worker with an outstanding skill set, including a powerful arm and terrific arm talent.
45. Jordan Willis, DE, Kansas State (85)
Pass-rush skills: 2
Versus the run: 3
Versatility: 2
Instincts/motor: 3
What he brings: Willis has athleticism for his size and brings excellent production over the past two seasons (33 TFLs, 21 sacks). While his snap anticipation is a bit inconsistent, he has very good first-step quickness with quality flexibility and speed-to-power capabilities to develop into an effective edge rusher.
46. Obi Melifonwu, S, Connecticut (85)
Instincts/recognition: 2
Cover skills: 2
Ball skills: 2
Run support: 2
What he brings: Melifonwu is a freakishly gifted athlete who turned heads with an outstanding combine workout. The four-year starter and hard worker also made steady improvements at Connecticut, most notably with his consistency playing the ball and his aggressiveness in run support.
47. Joe Mixon, RB, Oklahoma (84)
Competitiveness: 3
Vision/patience: 3
Agility/acceleration: 1
Power/balance: 2
Passing game: 1
What he brings: Mixon has quick feet and good top-end speed for his size, plus he's an outstanding receiver with experience working out of the slot. He comes with substantial off-the-field baggage, though, and many organizations might not want to deal with the fallout of drafting him.
48. Jabrill Peppers, S, Michigan (84)
Instincts/recognition: 2
Cover skills: 3
Ball skills: 4
Run support: 3
What he brings: A relentless competitor, Peppers has an outstanding football IQ, tested well at the combine and is an excellent punt returner. However, he's not big enough to play linebacker, and limitations in coverage and questionable ball skills raise questions about his ability to become a difference-maker at safety.
49. Chidobe Awuzie, CB, Colorado (83)
Instincts/recognition: 2
Cover skills: 3
Ball skills: 3
Run support: 1
What he brings: A three-year starter with outstanding football character, Awuzie shows man-to-man limitations on tape, but he's an explosive athlete who tested well at the combine and shows above-average instincts in zone. He's also outstanding in run support and should cover kicks in the NFL.
50. Dion Dawkins, G, Temple (83)
Pass protection: 3
Run blocking: 2
Awareness: 1
Toughness: 2
What he brings: Dawkins is expected to move inside to guard where he lined up at the Senior Bowl and he has the tools to quickly develop into a starter. He also has the long arms and enough athletic ability to provide some depth at right tackle.
51. JuJu Smith-Schuster, WR, USC (83)
Separation skills: 2
Ball skills: 2
Big-play ability: 3
Competitiveness: 1
What he brings: Smith-Schuster is a possession receiver who lacks elite top-end speed to stretch the field vertically. However, he has good size, runs quality routes and has very good hands and body control when adjusting to throws outside of his frame.
52. Marcus Williams, S, Utah (83)
Instincts/recognition: 2
Cover skills: 2
Ball skills: 2
Run support: 3
What he brings: Williams is a true free safety who has above-average instincts and recognition skills along with a very good range. He also shows quality ball skills to finish when provided the opportunity. He needs to get strong and more physical in run support.
53. Zach Cunningham, ILB, Vanderbilt (82)
Instincts/recognition: 2
Take-on skills: 3
Range vs. run: 1
Tackling: 3
Third-down capabilities: 1
What he brings: Cunningham is a long, athletic and versatile linebacker who fits in today's NFL game. He is still developing his instincts and must continue to improve his point of attack skills. He should be a contributor early in his career thanks to his range and value on third downs.
54. DeShone Kizer, QB, Notre Dame (82)
Mental makeup: 3
Accuracy: 2
Release/arm strength: 1
Pocket mobility: 2
What he brings: Kizer is a redshirt sophomore who would have benefited from another year to work on his mechanics, develop the mental aspect of his game and continue to mature as a leader, but he has prototypical size and arm strength to go along with deceptive mobility.
55. Ryan Anderson, OLB, Alabama (81)
Instincts/recognition: 2
Take-on skills: 2
Range vs. run: 3
Tackling: 2
Third-down capabilities: 2
What he brings: Anderson, who is a better football player than athlete, is one of the more underrated prospects in this 2017 class. He possesses heavy and active hands, natural leverage and plays with a tone-setting mentality. He has a knack for making big plays.
56. Chris Wormley, DT, Michigan (80)
Pass-rush skills: 2
Versus the run: 3
Versatility: 4
Instincts/motor: 2
What he brings: Wormley is a long, well-proportioned defender who does his best work against the run. He will struggle to be a good pass-rusher, but at least he's capable of getting some push and occasionally moving the QB off his spot.
57. Dan Feeney, G, Indiana (80)
Pass protection: 3
Run blocking: 2
Awareness: 1
Toughness: 2
What he brings: Feeney is a technician who plays on his feet, has good balance and a strong feel for angles. He doesn't have elite inline power, but he does a nice job of moving his feet upon contact and shows good patience in his pass sets.
58. Adam Shaheen, TE, Ashland (80)
Separation skills: 2
Ball skills: 2
Big-play ability: 2
Competitiveness: 2
Blocking: 3
What he brings: Shaheen is a former college basketball player who dominated the Division II ranks and is one of the highest-ranked small school players in this 2017 class. He has an exceptional combination of size and athleticism while also showing quality run-after-the-catch ability.
59. DeMarcus Walker, DE, Florida State (80)
Pass-rush skills: 2
Versus the run: 2
Versatility: 3
Instincts/motor: 1
What he brings: Walker has some athletic limitations, but he makes up for it with outstanding instincts, technique and hand usage. He has a strong point of attack against the run and shows the ability to reduce inside as pass-rusher where he is most effective with his initial quickness and great understanding for leverage.
60. Tim Williams, OLB, Alabama (80)
Instincts/recognition: 4
Take-on skills: 3
Range vs. run: 3
Tackling: 2
Third-down capabilities: 1
What he brings: Williams is an explosive speed rusher who has exceptional first-step quickness and excellent flexibility bending the edge. He is still developing in terms of instincts and can continue to get stronger to become more consistent versus the run.
61. Teez Tabor, CB, Florida (80)
Instincts/recognition: 2
Cover skills: 2
Ball skills: 1
Run support: 3
What he brings: Tabor is a long and fluid athlete who has good short-area quickness and flashes playmaking instincts with quality ball skills. He also shows the willingness to step up in run support. Tabor's best team fit will be within a heavy zone coverage scheme because of his lack of ideal long speed.
62. Taylor Moton, OT, Western Michigan (79)
Pass protection: 3
Run blocking: 2
Awareness: 3
Toughness: 2
What he brings: Moton played right tackle in college, but he is a bit heavy legged in pass protection. He may be forced to bump inside to guard at the NFL level. That said, he has a thick and massive frame with natural inline power and plays with the physical disposition teams covet along the offensive line.
63. Joshua Dobbs, QB, Tennessee (79)
Mental makeup: 2
Accuracy: 3
Release/arm strength: 2
Pocket mobility: 2
What he brings: Dobbs took advantage of the postseason process to improve his draft stock, including a strong showing at the Senior Bowl. He has a very good physical skill set with size, arm strength and mobility. He also has the mental capacity and competitive temperament to develop into a quality backup and potential starter down the road.
64. Cooper Kupp, WR, Eastern Washington (79)
Separation skills: 2
Ball skills: 1
Big-play ability: 4
Competitiveness: 2
What he brings: Kupp is not the biggest or the fastest receiver, but he is a tough player who possesses reliable hands and has a natural feel as a route runner. He is at his best working against zone coverage where he flashes excellent spatial awareness getting into open windows.
65. Sidney Jones, CB, Washington (79)
Instincts/recognition: 1
Cover skills: 1
Ball skills: 2
Run support: 2
What he brings: Jones is one of the most talented cornerbacks in the 2017 class, but he will likely need to "redshirt" his rookie season after an Achilles injury at his pro day. He is a fluid athlete with quality mirror skills in man coverage and shows above-average awareness locating and playing the ball.
66. Duke Riley, ILB, LSU (78)
Instincts/recognition: 1
Take-on skills: 3
Range vs. run: 1
Tackling: 3
Third-down capabilities: 2
What he brings: Riley is an instinctive and rangy three-down linebacker. He doesn't have elite power at the point of the attack, but he shows savvy negotiating traffic inside the tackle box and finding the football. He's an extremely reliable tackler who holds up well in space.
67. Jake Butt, TE, Michigan (78)
Separation skills: 2
Ball skills: 1
Big-play ability: 3
Competitiveness: 2
Blocking: 3
What he brings: Butt tore an ACL against Florida State in the Orange Bowl and consequently hasn't worked out for NFL teams. Beyond the medical concern, he needs to get stronger, but he has good size potential and is a dependable receiver who knows how to get open.
68. Fabian Moreau, CB, UCLA (78)
Instincts/recognition: 2
Cover skills: 1
Ball skills: 3
Run support: 2
What he brings: Moreau is a long, athletic and rangy press cornerback. He uses his size and strength to his advantage to disrupt receivers at the line of scrimmage and is a willing tackler in run support. He can become more consistent locating and playing the ball.
69. Nathan Peterman, QB, Pittsburgh (77)
Mental makeup: 2
Accuracy: 1
Release/arm strength: 3
Pocket mobility: 2
What he brings: Peterman is a cerebral quarterback who has two years of starting experience within a multiple pro-style system at Pitt. He is a quick decision-maker who lacks elite arm strength but makes up for it with above-average timing and anticipation as a starter. Peterman's overall mobility is underrated.
70. Derek Rivers, OLB, Youngstown (77)
Instincts/recognition: 3
Take-on skills: 2
Range vs. run: 2
Tackling: 1
Third-down capabilities: 2
What he brings: Rivers dominated the level of competition he faced at Youngstown. He also eased concerns about that competition and his ability to move to a 3-4 scheme by finishing in the top five for defensive linemen in the 40-yard dash, three-cone drill, vertical jump and bench press at the combine.
71. Samaje Perine, RB, Oklahoma (77)
Competitiveness: 2
Vision/patience: 1
Agility/acceleration: 3
Power/balance: 1
Passing game: 3
What he brings: Perine isn't much of a big-play threat, but he is a powerful runner who makes the most of his blocking. He put up big numbers in three seasons at Oklahoma. He's also a reliable checkdown target and a willing blocker in pass protection.
72. Alex Anzalone, ILB, Florida (77)
Instincts/recognition: 2
Take-on skills: 3
Range vs. run: 2
Tackling: 2
Third-down capabilities: 3
What he brings: The medical concerns are significant for Anzalone, who has sustained multiple shoulder injuries and a broken forearm. He could prove to be a steal if he stays healthy because he's a fundamentally sound tackler with above-average instincts and range.
73. Larry Ogunjobi, DT, Charlotte (77)
Pass-rush skills: 2
Versus the run: 3
Versatility: 2
Instincts/motor: 3
What he brings: Ogunjobi is a disruptive interior defensive tackle who has a good combination of quickness and power. He plays with quality leverage and flashes quick and heavy hands in combat to disengage from blocks. He has the versatility to fit within a one- or two-gap scheme.
74. Tarell Basham, DE, Ohio (77)
Pass-rush skills: 3
Versus the run: 2
Versatility: 3
Instincts/motor: 2
What he brings: Basham is a hybrid edge defender who needs to develop his technique, but he possesses the size, athleticism and explosive traits that translate well to the NFL. Also brings added value as a core special-teams player.
75. Dalvin Tomlinson, DT, Alabama (76)
Pass-rush skills: 1
Versus the run: 4
Versatility: 3
Instincts/motor: 2
What he brings: Tomlinson has the size, strength and instincts to develop into an effective nose tackle or 3-4 defensive end who can help bolster a run defense. He's not much of a pass-rusher though. Also, there are medical concerns stemming from knee injuries earlier in his career.
76. Pat Elflein, C, Ohio State (76)
Pass protection: 2
Run blocking: 2
Awareness: 1
Toughness: 1
What he brings: Elflein, who is the top-ranked center on our board, is on the smaller side. He doesn't have great athletic ability, but he has the length, toughness and smarts to be a Day 1 starter at center. He's also versatile enough to line up at guard.
77. Desmond King, CB, Iowa (76)
Instincts/recognition: 2
Cover skills: 3
Ball skills: 1
Run support: 2
What he brings: On the shorter side with average top-end speed, King isn't as fluid on tape as his combine results would suggest. He is, however, a playmaker with better quickness than speed and good instincts. He's also a tough player who is willing to step up in run support.
78. Raekwon McMillan, ILB, Ohio State (76)
Instincts/recognition: 2
Take-on skills: 1
Range vs. run: 2
Tackling: 2
Third-down capabilities: 3
What he brings: A team captain as a junior, McMillan is an instinctive and hard-nosed run-stopper who gets off blocks, closes well in pursuit and tackles well. He also made strides in coverage at Ohio State and has enough range to develop into a three-down linebacker.
79. Jordan Leggett, TE, Clemson (76)
Separation skills: 3
Ball skills: 2
Big-play ability: 2
Competitiveness: 3
Blocking: 4
What he brings: Leggett is an underrated receiver with enough speed to produce after the catch and make plays down the seam. He needs to get stronger and play with better technique, but he has the frame and length to develop into an effective inline blocker.
80. Taywan Taylor, WR, Western Kentucky (76)
Separation skills: 2
Ball skills: 2
Big-play ability: 2
Competitiveness: 2
What he brings: Taylor is an explosive playmaker with the burst, open-field instincts and elusiveness to threaten after the catch and potentially contribute in the return game. He put up big numbers against Vanderbilt and Alabama in 2016 and against LSU in 2015.
81. Ethan Pocic, C, LSU (75)
Pass protection: 2
Run blocking: 3
Awareness: 1
Toughness: 2
What he brings: Pocic dealt with some injuries and did not play as well as he did as a junior in 2015. But he has quick feet, good hands and is one of the most versatile offensive linemen in the class. He has the ability to line up at all five positions if need be.
82. Antonio Garcia, OT, Troy (75)
Pass protection: 2
Run blocking: 3
Awareness: 4
Toughness: 3
What he brings: Garcia has less than ideal arm length for an offensive tackle, but he makes up for it with quick feet, good balance and shows a compact and powerful punch in pass protection. He has adequate inline power as a run-blocker and flashes an edge to his game. While he hasn't had problems off the field, there are concerns about Garcia's maturity and work ethic.
83. Trey Hendrickson, DE, Florida Atlantic (75)
Pass-rush skills: 2
Versus the run: 4
Versatility: 4
Instincts/motor: 1
What he brings: Hendrickson dominated "Group of Five" competition, thanks to his rentlessness as a pass-rusher. He has an excellent size-speed combination, but his shorter arms and lack of flexibility bending the edge are concerns.
84. Damontae Kazee, CB, San Diego State (75)
Instincts/recognition: 2
Cover skills: 3
Ball skills: 2
Run support: 2
What he brings: Undersized with short arms and average top-end speed, Kazee is a better football player than athlete, and he stood out the week of the Senior Bowl. He's instinctive in coverage, he plays the ball well, and he's a tough run-stopper.
85. Ahkello Witherspoon, CB, Colorado (74)
Instincts/recognition: 3
Cover skills: 2
Ball skills: 2
Run support: 3
What he brings: Witherspoon possesses a rare blend of height, length and top-end speed. He tested well, especially for a taller corner, in the agility drills. While he only intercepted three passes in three seasons at Colorado, he broke up 22 passes during the 2016 season.
86. Kareem Hunt, RB, Toledo (74)
Competitiveness: 1
Vision/patience: 2
Agility/acceleration: 3
Power/balance: 2
Passing game: 2
What he brings: Hunt runs with a good combination of balance, vision and lower-body strength. He doesn't have to come off the field on third down, either. He's a reliable receiver who makes defenders miss and he flashes the potential to develop into an effective pass-blocker.
87. ArDarius Stewart, WR, Alabama (74)
Separation skills: 3
Ball skills: 1
Big-play ability: 2
Competitiveness: 2
What he brings: Stewart is a tough competitor with the burst, determination and top-end speed to produce after the catch and potentially return kickoffs in the NFL. He's a natural pass-catcher who has above-average body control and good length for his frame.
88. Kendell Beckwith, ILB, LSU (74)
Instincts/recognition: 2
Take-on skills: 1
Range vs. run: 3
Tackling: 2
Third-down capabilities: 3
What he brings: Beckwith is coming off a season-ending torn ACL and hasn't been able to work out for teams as a result. He's a physical run-stuffing inside linebacker who is serviceable in underneath zone coverage and flashes as a pass-rusher on tape.
89. Dorian Johnson, G, Pittsburgh (74)
Pass protection: 2
Run blocking: 1
Awareness: 1
Toughness: 2
What he brings: Johnson is a tough and reliable guard who plays on his feet with quality balance. He has adequate inline power as a run-blocker who moves his feet well to sustain blocks. He also shows good flexibility and quick feet in pass protection. Johnson has a chance to add immediate depth to an NFL team and could quickly develop into a starter.
90. Dawaune Smoot, DE, Illinois (74)
Pass-rush skills: 2
Versus the run: 3
Versatility: 2
Instincts/motor: 3
What he brings: Smoot flashes the quickness and bend to develop into an effective pass-rusher. He needs to continue to add bulk and improve strength to become every down player. Projects as a situational pass-rusher early in his career.
91. Tanoh Kpassagnon, DE, Villanova (74)
Pass-rush skills: 3
Versus the run: 2
Versatility: 2
Instincts/motor: 2
What he brings: Kpassagnon is an FCS prospect who didn't start playing football until his junior year of high school, and his lack of ideal playing experience shows up at times. The flipside is that he has rare physical tools and one of the higher ceilings in this 2017 class.
92. Justin Evans, S, Texas A&M (74)
Instincts/recognition: 3
Cover skills: 2
Ball skills: 2
Run support: 2
What he brings: Evans gambles and gets caught out of position, but his aggressiveness and above-average ball skills also lead to big plays. Plus, he plays faster than his timed top-end speed, he has above-average short area cover skills, and he's tough against the run.
93. Daeshon Hall, DE, Texas A&M (73)
Pass-rush skills: 3
Versus the run: 2
Versatility: 3
Instincts/motor: 2
What he brings: Hall is a developing pass-rusher who needs to continue to flesh out his arsenal of moves, but he has the tools to succeed, including excellent length - 35 1/2-inch arms -- and good initial quickness to realize his upside. He's an above-average run defender.
94. Cam Sutton, CB, Tennessee (73)
Instincts/recognition: 2
Cover skills: 2
Ball skills: 2
Run support: 4
What he brings: Sutton dealt with a lower leg injury and failed to get on track as a senior in 2016. He has average size but shows quality awareness, along with the quickness and mirror skills to potentially develop into a starter as a slot corner.
95. Davis Webb, QB, California (73)
Mental makeup: 3
Accuracy: 2
Release/arm strength: 1
Pocket mobility: 4
What he brings: A Texas Tech transfer who has had some durability issues, Webb will face a steep learning curve in his transition from the Air Raid offense, and his accuracy is inconsistent. On the positive side, he has prototypical size, very good arm strength and the football intelligence to absorb.
96. Gerald Everett, TE, South Alabama (73)
Separation skills: 2
Ball skills: 2
Big-play ability: 2
Competitiveness: 2
Blocking: 4
What he brings: Everett is an undersized tight end who can move around the offense. He has above-average athleticism, reliable hands and the speed to stretch the vertical seams. He is a UAB transfer who didn't start playing football until his senior year of high school and still needs some developing as a route runner. Everett's best football could still be ahead of him.
97. John Johnson, S, Boston College (73)
Instincts/recognition: 2
Cover skills: 2
Ball skills: 2
Run support: 4
What he brings: Johnson needs to continue to get stronger and become more consistent in run support. He is an instinctive and fluid athlete who shows quality range. Johnson also has the ball skills to finish when in position. Comes with some minor durability concerns from early in his career.
98. Lorenzo Jerome, S, Saint Francis (73)
Instincts/recognition: 1
Cover skills: 3
Ball skills: 2
Run support: 2
What he brings: A smaller safety who didn't test well at the combine, Jerome is a better football player than athlete, and he eased concerns about the level of competition he faced in college with a strong showing at the Senior Bowl. Jerome's experience returning kicks will help his stock.
99. Ben Gedeon, ILB, Michigan (73)
Instincts/recognition: 1
Take-on skills: 2
Range vs. run: 3
Tackling: 2
Third-down capabilities: 4
What he brings: Gedeon possesses fast eyes and quick recognition skills as a run-defender to go along with quality awareness in coverage. He has some physical limitations that may prevent him from becoming a full-time starter, but he's capable of contributing as a backup linebacker and core special teams player.
100. Mack Hollins, WR, North Carolina (73)
Separation skills: 3
Ball skills: 2
Big-play ability: 1
Competitiveness: 1
What he brings: Hollins, who is coming off a season-ending broken collarbone injury, is a former walk-on with the frame, length and top-end speed to stretch the field. A special teams captain throughout his college career, he projects as a core special teams' player at the next level.
101-150
101. Carl Lawson, DE, Auburn (73)
102. Montravius Adams, DT, Auburn (73)
103. D'Onta Foreman, RB, Texas (73)
104. Carlos Watkins, DT, Clemson (72)
105. Rasul Douglas, CB, West Virginia (72)
106. Chris Godwin, WR, Penn State (72)
107. Bucky Hodges, TE, Virginia Tech (72)
108. Carlos Henderson, WR, Louisiana Tech (72)
109. Jaleel Johnson, DT, Iowa (71)
110. Blair Brown, ILB, Ohio (71)
111. Josh Malone, WR, Tennessee (71)
112. Amara Darboh, WR, Michigan (71)
113. Malachi Dupre, WR, LSU (70)
114. Zach Banner, OT, USC (70)
115. D J Pumphrey, RB, San Diego State (69)
116. Brad Kaaya, QB, Miami (Fla.) (69)
117. Jermaine Eluemunor, OT, Texas A&M (69)
118. Cole Hikutini, TE, Louisville (69)
119. Nico Siragusa, G, San Diego State (69)
120. Keionta Davis, DE, Tennessee-Chattanooga (69)
121. Anthony Walker, ILB, Northwestern (68)
122. James Conner, RB, Pittsburgh (68)
123. George Kittle, TE, Iowa (68)
124. KD Cannon, WR, Baylor (68)
125. Stevie Tu'Ikolovatu, DT, USC (68)
126. Jonnu Smith, TE, Florida International (67)
127. Shaquill Griffin, CB, Central Florida (67)
128. Julie'n Davenport, OT, Bucknell (67)
129. Isaac Asiata, G, Utah (67)
130. Josh Reynolds, WR, Texas A&M (67)
131. Will Holden, OT, Vanderbilt (66)
132. Ryan Glasgow, DT, Michigan (66)
133. Howard Wilson, CB, Houston (66)
134. Rudy Ford, S, Auburn (65)
135. Vince Biegel, OLB, Wisconsin (65)
136. Brendan Langley, CB, Lamar (65)
137. Corn Elder, CB, Miami (Fla.) (64)
138. Cordrea Tankersley, CB, Clemson (63)
139. Ryan Switzer, WR, North Carolina (63)
140. Matthew Dayes, RB, North Carolina State (63)
141. Elijah Qualls, DT, Washington (63)
142. Shelton Gibson, WR, West Virginia (62)
143. Jamaal Williams, RB, BYU (62)
144. Nate Hairston, CB, Temple (62)
145. Eddie Jackson, S, Alabama (62)
146. Tanzel Smart, DT, Tulane (62)
147. Montae Nicholson, S, Michigan State (61)
148. Marlon Mack, RB, South Florida (61)
149. Eddie Vanderdoes, DT, UCLA (61)
150. Roderick Johnson, OT, Florida State (61)
151-200
151. Vincent Taylor, DT, Oklahoma State (60)
152. Isaiah McKenzie, WR, Georgia (60)
153. Jeremy McNichols, RB, Boise State (60)
154. Aviante Collins, OT, TCU (60)
155. Tyler Orlosky, C, West Virginia (59)
156. C.J. Beathard, QB, Iowa (59)
157. Josh Carraway, OLB, TCU (59)
158. T J Logan, RB, North Carolina (59)
159. Jehu Chesson, WR, Michigan (59)
160. Adam Bisnowaty, G, Pittsburgh (59)
161. Rayshawn Jenkins, S, Miami (Fla.) (59)
162. D.J. Jones, DT, Mississippi (59)
163. Chad Hansen, WR, California (58)
164. Jessamen Dunker, OT, Tennessee State (58)
165. Marquez White, CB, Florida State (58)
166. Wayne Gallman, RB, Clemson (58)
167. Jeremiah Ledbetter, DE, Arkansas (58)
168. David Sharpe, G, Florida (58)
169. Jon Toth, C, Kentucky (58)
170. Jeremy Sprinkle, TE, Arkansas (58)
171. Jadar Johnson, S, Clemson (57)
172. Carroll Phillips, OLB, Illinois (57)
173. Michael Roberts, TE, Toledo (57)
174. Jarron Jones, DT, Notre Dame (56)
175. Damien Mama, G, USC (56)
176. Deatrich Wise Jr., DE, Arkansas (56)
177. Josh Harvey-Clemons, S, Louisville (56)
178. Robert Davis, WR, Georgia State (56)
179. Brian Allen, CB, Utah (55)
180. Sean Harlow, C, Oregon State (55)
181. Isaac Rochell, DE, Notre Dame (55)
182. Amba Etta-Tawo, WR, Syracuse (55)
183. Bug Howard, WR, North Carolina (54)
184. Joe Williams, RB, Utah (54)
185. Devonte Fields, DE, Louisville (54)
186. Fred Ross, WR, Mississippi State (53)
187. Eric Saubert, TE, Drake (53)
188. Dede Westbrook, WR, Oklahoma (52)
189. Brian Hill, RB, Wyoming (52)
190. Ben Braden, G, Michigan (51)
191. Conor McDermott, OT, UCLA (51)
192. Nathan Gerry, S, Nebraska (51)
193. Jalen Reeves-Maybin, OLB, Tennessee (51)
194. Deangelo Yancey, WR, Purdue (51)
195. Chase Roullier, C, Wyoming (51)
196. Elijah Mcguire, RB, Louisiana-Lafayette (50)
197. Ejuan Price, OLB, Pittsburgh (50)
198. Kyle Fuller, C, Baylor (50)
199. Ifeadi Odenigbo, DE, Northwestern (50)
200. Nazair Jones, DT, North Carolina (50)
201-250
201. Kenny Golladay, WR, Northern Illinois (50)
202. Scott Orndoff, TE, Pittsburgh (50)
203. Delano Hill, S, Michigan (49)
204. Charles Walker, DT, Oklahoma (49)
205. Jordan Morgan, G, Kutztown (49)
206. Travin Dural, WR, LSU (49)
207. Corey Clement, RB, Wisconsin (49)
208. Ashton Lampkin, CB, Oklahoma State (49)
209. Praise Martin-Oguike, DE, Temple (49)
210. Chad Wheeler, OT, USC (49)
211. Speedy Noil, WR, Texas A&M (49)
212. Damarius Travis, S, Minnesota (48)
213. Chad Williams, WR, Grambling (48)
214. Danny Isidora, G, Miami (Fla.) (48)
215. Zach Pascal, WR, Old Dominion (48)
216. Sam Tevi, OT, Utah (48)
217. Tashawn Bower, OLB, LSU (48)
218. Isaiah Ford, WR, Virginia Tech (47)
219. Bryan Cox, OLB, Florida (47)
220. Ken Ekanem, DE, Virginia Tech (47)
221. Michael Rector, WR, Stanford (47)
222. Dare Ogunbowale, RB, Wisconsin (46)
223. Garrett Sickels, DE, Penn State (46)
224. Treyvon Hester, DT, Toledo (46)
225. Marcus Eligwe, ILB, Georgia Southern (46)
226. Noah Brown, WR, Ohio State (46)
227. Marcus Oliver, ILB, Indiana (45)
228. Stacy Coley, WR, Miami (Fla.) (45)
229. Matt Milano, OLB, Boston College (45)
230. Al-Quadin Muhammad, DE, Miami (Fla.) (45)
231. De'Veon Smith, RB, Michigan (45)
232. Billy Brown, TE, Shepherd (44)
233. Keith Kelsey, ILB, Louisville (44)
234. De'Angelo Henderson, RB, Coastal Carolina (44)
235. Corey Levin, G, Tennessee-Chattanooga (44)
236. Justin Senior, OT, Mississippi State (44)
237. Jerome Lane, WR, Akron (44)
238. A.J. Jefferson, DE, Mississippi State (44)
239. James Quick, WR, Louisville (44)
240. Krishawn Hogan, WR, Marian College (43)
241. Avery Moss, DE, Youngstown (43)
242. DeAngelo Brown, DT, Louisville (43)
243. Mike Tyson, S, Cincinnati (43)
244. Collin Buchanan, OT, Miami (Ohio) (43)
245. Treston Decoud, CB, Oregon State (43)
246. Tarik Cohen, RB, North Carolina A&T (43)
247. Damore'ea Stringfellow, WR, Mississippi (43)
248. Avery Gennesy, OT, Texas A&M (42)
249. Jalen Myrick, CB, Minnesota (42)
250. Hardy Nickerson, ILB, Illinois (42)
251-300
251. Jamari Staples, WR, Louisville (42)
252. Shalom Luani, S, Washington State (42)
253. Travis Rudolph, WR, Florida State (41)
254. Quincy Adeboyejo, WR, Mississippi (41)
255. Tanner Vallejo, OLB, Boise State (41)
256. Cethan Carter, TE, Nebraska (41)
257. Noble Nwachukwu, DE, West Virginia (41)
258. Cameron Lee, G, Illinois State (41)
259. Will Likely, CB, Maryland (41)
260. J.J. Dielman, C, Utah (40)
261. Artavis Scott, WR, Clemson (40)
262. Jermaine Grace, OLB, Miami (Fla.) (40)
263. Jahad Thomas, RB, Temple (40)
264. Greg Pyke, G, Georgia (40)
265. Harvey Langi, ILB, Brigham Young (40)
266. Trent Taylor, WR, Louisiana Tech (40)
267. Tedric Thompson, S, Colorado (39)
268. Marquel Lee, OLB, Wake Forest (39)
269. Ricky Seals-Jones, WR, Texas A&M (39)
270. Jason Croom, TE, Tennessee (39)
271. Connor Harris, ILB, Lindenwood (39)
272. Cameron Johnston, P, Ohio State (39)
273. Kyle Kalis, G, Michigan (39)
274. Devine Redding, RB, Indiana (39)
275. Cameron Tom, C, Southern Miss (39)
276. Channing Stribling, CB, Michigan (39)
277. Rushel Shell, RB, West Virginia (38)
278. Ben Boulware, ILB, Clemson (38)
279. Caleb Peterson, G, North Carolina (38)
280. Sojourn Shelton, CB, Wisconsin (38)
281. Ahmad Thomas, S, Oklahoma (38)
282. Blake Jarwin, TE, Oklahoma State (38)
283. Keevan Lucas, WR, Tulsa (38)
284. Jerry Ugokwe, OT, William & Mary (38)
285. Freddie Stevenson, FB, Florida State (38)
286. Gabe Marks, WR, Washington State (37)
287. Riley Bullough, ILB, Michigan State (37)
288. Chuck Clark, S, Virginia Tech (37)
289. Elijah Hood, RB, North Carolina (37)
290. Darrell Daniels, TE, Washington (37)
291. Sam Rogers, FB, Virginia Tech (37)
292. Ezra Robinson, CB, Tennessee State (37)
293. Nate Theaker, G, Wayne State (37)
294. Steven Taylor, OLB, Houston (37)
295. Corey Vereen, DE, Tennessee (37)
296. Jamal Carter, S, Miami (Fla.) (36)
297. Chunky Clements, DT, Illinois (36)
298. Brooks Ellis, ILB, Arkansas (36)
299. Keon Hatcher, WR, Arkansas (36)
300. Aaron Jones, RB, UTEP (36)
Raiders acquired RB Marshawn Lynch and a 2018 sixth-round pick from the Seahawks in exchange for a 2018 fifth-round pick.
Lynch is in Oakland Wednesday to take his physical, which he should pass considering he's rarely been injured in his career and is coming off a year in retirement. The Raiders apparently were impressed with Lynch's conditioning at his recent visit. Lynch is getting a two-year deal from the Raiders, though it's likely a one-year pact with an option. He just turned 31 but will be running behind a top-three offensive line, which is a massive upgrade from his final year in Seattle.
What is all this **** I'm seeing about Hernandez leaving a note for his cell block lover? I keep seeing it on "dailymail" - not exactly the most credible "news source" to be sure.
Mary Kay Cabot of the Cleveland Plain Dealer reports the Browns will select Texas A&M EDGE Myles Garrett with the No. 1 overall pick.
Even the Browns can't screw this one up. Cabot's report comes via "multiple league sources." While the smoke around Mitchell Trubisky possibly leaping Garrett and becoming the Browns' preferred choice at No. 1 has been heavy, Cabot reports the Browns have been "working the phones" trying to trade up from No. 12 in order to come away with both Garrett and Trubisky on Thursday.