NFL Analysis
4/26/24
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2024 NFL Draft: Grades, Analysis For Every Day 2 Pick
The 2024 NFL Draft is here, and with it comes new hope for many NFL teams. However, not every pick is a home-run selection.
As Day 2 unfolds, we'll be live-grading every pick, providing you with instant analysis and takeaways throughout the night. Which teams are getting better, and which ones are making mistakes?
Let's find out.
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Grades for Every 2024 NFL Draft Day 2 Pick
33. Buffalo Bills: Keon Coleman, WR, Florida State 
Height: 6-foot-3
Weight: 213 pounds
Strengths
- Dominant "my ball" attitude on jump balls.
- Great suddenness and fluidity for his frame.
- Physical mindset matches his size.
Weaknesses
- Limited route running experience.
- Deep separation is lacking.
Team Fit: Josh Allen finally gets a true alpha presence. Keon Coleman will star with a QB who fully trusts his ability to come down with the ball. This is a home run pick.
Grade: A
34. Los Angeles Chargers: Ladd McConkey, WR, Georgia 
Height: 6-foot
Weight: 186 pounds
Strengths
- Top-notch quickness and routes.
- Explosive route runner who creates easy separation.
- High energy and effort player.
Weaknesses
- Limited catch radius and size.
- Too many drops due to strength and hands.
Team Fit: Ladd McConkey gives Justin Herbert a similar presence to Keenan Allen. His dynamic explosiveness will immediately help the offense.
Grade: A-
35. Atlanta Falcons: Ruke Orhorhoro, IDL, Clemson
Height: 6-foot-4
Weight: 294 pounds
Strengths
- Natural athlete
- Powerful frame
- Versatility
Weaknesses
- Inconsistent effort
- Age
- Lack of polish
Team Fit: Ruke Orhorhoro is an older player who is quite raw. He's boom-or-bust in nature. If Morris can get the most out of him, he'll be a valuable piece of the unit. Taking him over Jer'Zhan Newton is shocking.
Grade: D
36. Washington Commanders: Jer'Zhan Newton, IDL, Illinois 
Height: 6-foot-2
Weight: 304 pounds
Strengths
- Great burst off the snap
- Deep move set
- Quick, powerful hands
Weaknesses
- Length
- Rush lane integrity
Team Fit: Jer'Zhan Newton fell due to injury concerns, but he's a game-wrecker when he's on the field. Washington opted against adding an immediate starter along the offensive line. This is a good player and fit, but passing on a big need for Jayden Daniels is a concern.
Grade: B
37. New England Patriots: Ja'Lynn Polk, WR, Washington 
Height: 6-foot-1
Weight: 203 pounds
Strengths
- Big catch radius.
- Physical mindset and play style.
- Leaping ability and body control are promising.
Weaknesses
- Lacks elite speed and separation ability.
- Limited route runner.
Team Fit: Ja'Lynn Polk gives Drake Maye a reliable deep target despite not being the most athletic player. He can play inside and outside and continue to grow as he gains more experience.
Grade: B
38. Tennessee Titans: T'Vondre Sweat, IDL, Texas
Height: 6-foot-5
Weight: 366 pounds
Strengths
- Rare strength
- Quick for his size
- Disruptive presence
Weaknesses
- Character concerns
- Stamina
- Pad level
Team Fit: If T'Vondre Sweat is focused and behaves off the field, he's a dynamic presence. The Titans needed help along their front, and added a viscous interior option to put next to Jeffrey Simmons.
Grade: B+
39. Los Angeles Rams: Braden Fiske, IDL, Florida State
Height: 6-foot-4
Weight: 292 pounds
Strengths
- Excellent athlete
- Aggressive mindset
- Creative attacker
Weaknesses
- Gap integrity
- Overall strength
Team Fit: A huge riser this offseason, Braden Fiske will help replace some of the impact Aaron Donald left behind. He'll immediately contribute next to his former teammate, Jared Verse. This was the right value, and the Rams will mask his weaknesses.
Grade: A
40. Philadelphia Eagles: Cooper DeJean, Iowa, DB 
Height: 6-foot-1
Weight: 203 pounds
Strengths
- Playmaking presence
- Closing speed
- Versatility
Weaknesses
- Inefficient footwork
- Acceleration
Team Fit: The Eagles will likely move Cooper DeJean all around, maximizing his skill set as a corner and safety combo. This bodes well for his production and impact. Philadelphia's secondary is massively improved after two rounds.
Grade: A
41. New Orleans Saints: Kool-Aid McKinstry, CB, Alabama 
Height: 6-foot-0
Weight: 199 pounds
Strengths
- Reliable in man coverage
- Consistent technique
- Quickness
Weaknesses
- Deep speed
- Passive ball skills
- Slightly tight hips
Team Fit: This is a terrific value for Kool-Aid McKinstry, who also perfectly fits the Saints' man-coverage scheme. The Saints have a loaded CB room, though, so he may not see the field immediately.
Grade: B
43. Houston Texans: Kamari Lassiter, CB, Georgia
Height: 6-foot
Weight: 186 pounds
Strengths
- Off-man reaction times
- Speed
- Clean footwork
Weaknesses
- Ball skills
- Gets grabby
Team Fit: The tools are there for Kamari Lassiter to be a quality starting cornerback. He lands in a good spot in Houston. The question is whether he's ready to play right away.
Grade: B
43. Arizona Cardinals: Max Melton, CB, Rutgers 
Height: 5-foot-11
Weight: 187 pounds
Strengths
- Terrific athleticism
- Ball skills
- Zone comfort
Weaknesses
- Hand technique
- Clunky footwork
- Strength
Team Fit: Arizona desperately needed cornerback help. Max Melton has star potential, but he needs quite a bit of refinement. There's a boom-or-bust element, but he's worth the risk.
Grade: B
44. Las Vegas Raiders: Jackson Powers-Johnson, IOL, Oregon
Height: 6-foot-3
Weight: 328 pounds
Strengths
- Elite open-field athlete
- Mauling mindset and power
- Awareness
Weaknesses
- High-cut build leads to leverage issues
- Lacks length
Team Fit: Jackson Powers-Johnson perfectly embodies the Raiders' image. He's a nasty finisher in space and dynamic as an interior blocker. He'll help this run game get back on track right away.
Grade: A
45. Green Bay Packers: Edgerrin Cooper, LB, Texas A&M 
Height: 6-foot-2
Weight: 230 pounds
Strengths
- 3-down impact
- Elite range
- Closing speed
Weaknesses
- Anticipation and instincts
- Shedding blocks
Team Fit: A more dynamic option was needed next to Quay Walker. Edgerrin Cooper is a rangy playmaker who flies around the field. He'll be unleashed in a great situation.
Grade: A
46. Carolina Panthers: Jonathon Brooks, RB, Texas 
Height: 6-foot
Weight: 216 pounds
Strengths
- Agility and burst
- Contact balance
- Erases tackling angles
Weaknesses
- Coming off ACL tear
- Pass protection experience
- Overall strength
Team Fit: Jonathon Brooks is the best back in the class, boasting a blend of explosiveness and nuance that no one else matches. But he's coming off an ACL tear, so there's a risk. If he's healthy, Brooks can be a plus starter.
Grade: B
47. New York Giants: Tyler Nubin, S, Minnesota 
Height: 6-foot-2
Weight: 199 pounds
Strengths
- Terrific awareness and IQ
- Playmaker
- Deep zone instincts
Weaknesses
- Stiff in man coverage
- Pursuit angles
Team Fit: Tyler Nubin is a fantastic deep ballhawk. The Giants now have an ideal safety tandem to hold down the back end of the unit. New York will benefit from his range and overall presence.
Grade: A
48. Jacksonville Jaguars: Maason Smith, IDL, LSU 
Height: 6-foot-5
Weight: 306 pounds
Strengths
- Size and frame
- Raw strength
Weaknesses
- Discipline
- Pad level
- Shedding blocks
Team Fit: I don't see it with Maason Smith. He's a strong athlete who is a raw piece of clay. Jacksonville passed on more talented and polished players.
Grade: D
49. Cincinnati Bengals: Kris Jenkins, IDL, Michigan 
Height: 6-foot-3
Weight: 299 pounds
Strengths
- Lateral agility
- Consistently executes
- Athletic upside
Weaknesses
- Production
- Shedding blocks
- Pass-rush moves
Team Fit: The Bengals drafted for a 2025 need, and it's a nice move. Kris Jenkins has to become functionally productive instead of being someone who simply executes his role. He has the traits to become a disruptive talent.
Grade: C
50. Washington Commanders: Mike Sainristil, CB, Michigan
Height: 5-foot-9
Weight: 182 pounds
Strengths
- Slot ability
- Reactive athleticism
- Ball skills
Weaknesses
- Versatility
- Strength and size
- Gets handsy
Team Fit: Mike Sainristil is a great role player, but now Washington has a tiny cornerback room with Emmanuel Forbes also present. This felt like a reach, even if he's a good player.
Grade: C-
51. Pittsburgh Steelers: Zach Frazier, IOL, West Virginia 
Height: 6-foot-3
Weight: 313 pounds
Strengths
- Polished, experienced technique
- Great awareness
- Effective run blocker
Weaknesses
- Limited agility
- Lower body strength is average
Team Fit: A strong fit for a team desperate for more blocking help, Zach Frazier plugs their biggest need. Frazier is a high-floor player but isn't the most athletic body.
Grade: B+
52. Indianapolis Colts: Adonai Mitchell, WR, Texas 
Height: 6-foot-2
Weight: 205 pounds
Strengths
- Excellent foot speed for his size.
- Great burst and short-area agility.
- Vertical threat with speed and route running.
Weaknesses
- Effort can vary.
- Comes from a simplified RPO offense with limited route exposure.
Team Fit: This is an unbelievable talent value for the Colts. Adonai Mitchell has WR1 potential, he just has to hone in his effort and focus.
Grade: A
53. Washington Commanders: Ben Sinnott, TE, Kansas State
Height: 6-foot-4
Weight: 250 pounds
Strengths
- Good movement ability
- Strong hands
- Blocking potential
Weaknesses
- Lacks traditional role
- Lower body strength
Team Fit: Ben Sinnott's positional flexibility and dynamic movement ability make him a perfect fit for the modern NFL. Jayden Daniels will immediately have a trusted underneath move target.
Grade: A-
54. Cleveland Browns: Michael Hall, IDL, Ohio State 
Height: 6-foot-3
Weight: 299 pounds
Strengths
- Fast twitch mover
- Pass rush impact
- Strong upper body
Weaknesses
- Stamina
- Rush lane integrity
- Lower-body anchor
Team Fit: Jim Schwartz gets his penetrating pass-rusher at DT. Cleveland needed an injection of youth within the unit, and Michael Hall could continue to develop into a full-time player or be a stud part-time situational contributor.
Grade: B
55. Miami Dolphins: Patrick Paul, OT, Houston
Height: 6-foot-8
Weight: 331 pounds
Strengths
- Naturally powerful frame
- Good athleticism for size
- Great awareness
Weaknesses
- Late hands
- Poor technique
- High pad-level and balance issues
Team Fit: Miami opted against going for a more athletic blocker who fits their zone running game. Patrick Paul is strong but is a clunky mover. Miami still needs help at guard, while Paul likely serves as a backup this year.
Grade: C-
56. Dallas Cowboys: Marshawn Kneeland, IDL, Western Michigan 
Height: 6-foot-3
Weight: 267 pounds
Strengths
- Bullrush
- Effort
- Natural strength
Weaknesses
- Pass-rush moves
- Flexibility
- Block shedding
Team Fit: Marshawn Kneeland has potential, but getting there will take time. Getting him in one-on-one matchups as often as possible will help his impact. His upside is being an average but not a special starter.
Grade: C+
57. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Chris Braswell, Edge, Alabama
Height: 6-foot-3
Weight: 251 pounds
Strengths
- Speed-to-power conversion
- Upper-body strength
- Motor
Weaknesses
- Pad level
- Awareness
- Instincts
Team Fit: Chris Braswell has to turn his flashes of solid play into a consistent effort and become more technically sound. He can compete to be a rotational player, but his upside is more of a clean-up guy than anyone who drives the unit.
Grade: C-
58. Green Bay Packers: Javon Bullard, S, Georgia
Height: 5-foot-11
Weight: 198 pounds
Strengths
- Playmaking presence
- Closing speed
- Versatility
Weaknesses
- Inefficient footwork
- Acceleration
Team Fit: Javon Bullard complements Xavier McKinney especially well, and Green Bay can mitigate his weaknesses in coverage. He can be a playmaker if he can roam.
Grade: B
59. Houston Texans: Blake Fisher, OT, Notre Dame
Height: 6-foot-5
Weight: 310 pounds
Strengths
- Sets up quickly
- Natural strength
- Functionally effective
Weaknesses
- Lacks anticipation
- More finesse
- High pad level
Team Fit: Blake Fisher is a good player who could've played early on for another team. However, Houston currently has two established tackles in place, Laremy Tunsil and Tytus Howard, so where does Fisher fit in?
Grade: C-
60. Buffalo Bills: Cole Bishop, S, Utah
Height: 6-foot-2
Weight: 206 pounds
Strengths
- Playmaking presence
- Closing speed
- Versatility
Weaknesses
- Inefficient footwork
- Acceleration
Team Fit: Buffalo gets their new Micah Hyde in Cole Bishop. He's super smart, versatile, and well-rounded. He's a great fit, and it's the right value.
Grade: A-
61. Detroit Lions: Ennis Rakestraw, CB, Missouri
Height: 5-foot-11
Weight: 183 pounds
Strengths
- Smooth transition skills
- Fluidity in man coverage
- Anticipates routes
Weaknesses
- Small frame
- Run defense capability
Team Fit: Often ranked much higher than where he was taken, Ennis Rakestraw is a tremendous athlete. He's perfectly built to match up against quick and fast receivers. Plus, Detroit's cornerback room was still lacking.
Grade: B+
62. Baltimore Ravens: Roger Rosengarten, OT, Washington 
Height: 6-foot-5
Weight: 308 pounds
Strengths
- Quickness
- Functionally effective
- Hand placement
Weaknesses
- Poise
- Lower body strength
Team Fit: Roger Rosengarten's process isn't always pretty, but he's effective. His technique hasn't caught up to his athleticism just yet. Baltimore seems always to maximize guys, though, so this will likely end with him finding his ceiling.
Grade: B+
63. Kansas City Chiefs: Kingsley Suamataia, OT, BYU 
Height: 6-foot-5
Weight: 326 pounds
Strengths
- Top-tier athleticism
- Versatility
- Strong hands
Weaknesses
- Hand placement
- Can get robotic with movements
Team Fit: The Chiefs were rumored to like Kingsley Suamataia at No. 32, so to get him this late is fantastic. He's a stellar athlete and can play right away. Clearly, the team doesn't trust Wanya Morris to play left tackle in 2024.
Grade: A
64. San Francisco 49ers: Renardo Green, CB, Florida State 
Height: 6-foot
Weight: 186 pounds
Strengths
- Physicality
- Run defense
Weaknesses
- Stiff hips
- Closing speed
Team Fit: Renardo Green had good tape against LSU, but his athleticism was clearly a question. Unlike most teams, San Francisco can protect corners, thanks to their linebackers and safeties, but this was a reach.
Grade: C-
65. New York Jets: Malachi Corley, WR, Western Kentucky 
Height: 5-foot-11
Weight: 215 pounds
Strengths
- Incredible YAC production
- Sheer power
- Field vision
Weaknesses
- Route running experience
- Catch radius
Team Fit: He has to be schemed to be successful early on, but Malachi Corley is a dangerous ball-carrier who can create relatively easy offense. The Jets needed playmaking, and Corley brings a new element for Aaron Rodgers.
Grade: B
66. Arizona Cardinals: Trey Benson, RB, Florida State
Height: 6-foot
Weight: 216 pounds
Strengths
- Home run hitter
- Good size and build to be a 3-down player
- Contact balance
Weaknesses
- Never a workhorse
- Pass protection
- Limited experience as a receiver
Team Fit: This is a tremendous blend of value, fit, and need. Trey Benson is a home-run hitter who can complement James Conner and benefit from Kyler Murray's gravity.
Grade: A
67. Washington Commanders: Brandon Coleman, OT, TCU
Height: 6-foot-5
Weight: 313 pounds
Strengths
- Good athlete
- High awareness
- Positional versatility
Weaknesses
- High pad-level
- Inconsistent power
- Panics in recovery
Team Fit: Washington needed a Day 1 starter, and Brandon Coleman has the experience. However, he needs a total technical makeover to be successful. They waited too long and took someone less polished than his available peers.
Grade: D
68. New England Patriots: Caedan Wallace, OT, Penn State
Height: 6-foot-5
Weight: 314 pounds
Strengths
- Excellent size
- Raw athlete
- Good punch
Weaknesses
- Lacks footwork to win early
- Anticipation is poor
Team Fit: The Patriots waited to add a tackle and had to grab a raw athlete who will take time to develop. Caedan Wallace can be a good starter but needs more strength and refinement.
Grade: C
69. Los Angeles Chargers: Junior Colson, LB, Michigan
Height: 6-foot-2
Weight: 238 pounds
Strengths
- Fast, rangy defender
- 3-down impact
- Effective coverage drops
Weaknesses
- Shedding blocks
- Pursuit angles
- Finishing tackles
Team Fit: Harbaugh goes with what he knows. Junior Colson could be an impactful linebacker on passing downs, which is rare. He doesn't help their run defense, but he's a good value in the third round.
Grade: B+
70. New York Giants: Andru Phillips, CB, Kentucky
Height: 5-foot-11
Weight: 190 pounds
Strengths
- Fluid in coverage
- Great zone awareness
- Speed
Weaknesses
- Strength
- Competitiveness
Team Fit: New York continues to overhaul its secondary, which was needed. Andru Phillips brings a great, pro-ready skill set. He'll unlock more versatile looks for the unit.
Grade: B+
71. Arizona Cardinals: Isaiah Adams, OL, Illinois
Height: 6-foot-4
Weight: 314 pounds
Strengths
- Great puller
- Power
- Finisher's mindset
Weaknesses
- Reactive blocker
- Body control
Team Fit: Arizona reached on Isaiah Adams, who projects best as a guard. He has experience as a tackle, but playing him there is untenable due to his lack of spatial feel and build. He could be a solid guard, though.
Grade: C-
72. Carolina Panthers: Trevin Wallace, LB, Kentucky
Height: 6-foot-1
Weight: 237 pounds
Strengths
- Open-field athleticism
- Works through traffic
- Zone comfort
Weaknesses
- Run game instincts
- Physicality
- Block shedding
Team Fit: Losing Frankie Luvu hurts, but Trevin Wallace is a good replacement for him in terms of his skill set. He's a stellar athlete who can run past blockers and avoid some of the muck in the trenches.
Grade: B
73. Dallas Cowboys: Cooper Beebe, IOL, Kansas State
Height: 6-foot-3
Weight: 322 pounds
Strengths
- Incredible power
- Great awareness
- Landmarks well
Weaknesses
- Short arms
- Slow mover
Team Fit: Short arms aside, Cooper Beebe can flat-out play. He's Wyatt Teller reincarnated, putting fear into the eyes and hearts of their opponents. He's such a big body that he can be a bit clunky, but he's effective.
Grade: A
74. Atlanta Flacons: Bralen Trice, Edge, Washington
Height: 6-foot-4
Weight: 245 pounds
Strengths
- A+ power
- Experience and polish
- Quickness for frame
Weaknesses
- Getting off blockers
- Rush lane integrity
Team Fit: Atlanta needed another edge-rusher who can play right now, and Bralen Trice is similar to Zach Harrison as a huge-bodied, polished player with a solid floor but a low ceiling.
Grade: B
75. Chicago Bears: Kiran Amegadjie, OL, Yale 
Height: 6-foot-5
Weight: 323 pounds
Strengths
- Raw power
- Versatility
- Smooth athleticism
Weaknesses
- Waist bender
- Spatial awareness
Team Fit: Athletic and able to play guard or tackle, Chicago is now in a good spot to bring Kiran Amegadjie on slowly. He finished the 2023 season injured, so it'll take time. But he could be the future starting right guard.
Grade: B
76. Denver Broncos: Jonah Elliss, Edge, Utah 
Height: 6-foot-2
Weight: 248 pounds
Strengths
- Finishing ability
- Closing speed
- Hand usage and strength
Weaknesses
- Flexibility
- Pass-rush moves
Team Fit: An active player with one year of production, Jonah Elliss projects as a rotational contributor. His upside isn't too high, but he can finish after someone else generates the pressure.
Grade: C
77. Las Vegas Raiders: Delmar Glaze, OT, Maryland
Height: 6-foot-5
Weight: 308 pounds
Strengths
- Pass pro fluidity
- Great hands
- Natural length
Weaknesses
- Reaction ability
- Run game impact
Team Fit: The run on tackles fell favorably for the Raiders. Delmar Glaze was one of the few remaining projected starters early in his career. He could swing inside to guard as well, mitigating his spatial issues.
Grade: B+
78. Houston Texans: Calen Bullock, S, USC
Height: 6-foot-2
Weight: 188 pounds
Strengths
- Playmaking presence
- Closing speed
- Versatility
Weaknesses
- Inefficient footwork
- Acceleration
- Tackling
Team Fit: A ballhawk at heart, Calen Bullock has little interest in helping the run game. He's also limited in man coverage. However, he can provide the deep presence that can help Houston grow its defense.
Grade: C
79. Indianapolis Colts: Matt Goncalves, OL, Pittsburgh
Height: 6-foot-6
Weight: 327 pounds
Strengths
- Mauler mentality and strength
- Quick feet
- Anticipation
Weaknesses
- Hand speed
- Recovery agility
Team Fit: Matt Goncalves has the traits to be a helpful player. He could swing inside to guard, if needed, and provide a boost in depth for this unit.
Grade: C+
80. Cincinnati Bengals: Jermaine Burton, WR, Alabama
Height: 6-foot
Weight: 196 pounds
Strengths
- Deep speed and playmaking
- Strength at catch point
- Body control and flexibility
Weaknesses
- Character concerns
- Blocking aggression
- Limited YAC production
Team Fit: If Jermaine Burton's character is good, he can be a great player for the Bengals. They have the need for an athletic addition, and Burton's efficiency and explosiveness numbers are elite. That baggage is real, though.
Grade: C+
81. Seattle Seahawks: Christian Haynes, IOL, UConn 
Height: 6-foot-3
Weight: 317 pounds
Strengths
- Great finisher
- Standout athleticism in space
- Body control
Weaknesses
- High pad-level issues
- Wide hands
Team Fit: Seattle considered adding a guard in the first round but landed the best pure guard much later. Christian Haynes is an immediate starter and a likely upgrade as he settles in.
Grade: A
82. Arizona Cardinals: Tip Reiman, TE, Illinois
Height: 6-foot-5
Weight: 271 pounds
Strengths
- Strength
- Blocking
- Combine performance
Weaknesses
- Production
- Body control
- Speed and separation
Team Fit: Arizona was wise to look for another pass-catcher, but taking a player we had in 257th overall over Ja'Tavion Sanders and Jared Wiley is shocking. Tip Reiman is more of a blocker and ball of unrealized potential, which is dangerous to overinvest in.
Grade: D
83. Los Angeles Rams: Blake Corum, RB, Michigan
Height: 5-foot-8
Weight: 205 pounds
Strengths
- Consistent vision
- Acceleration
- Elusiveness.
Weaknesses
- Overall power
- Passing game impact
- Workload
Team Fit: A high-floor player more suited to be a No. 2, this is a good spot for Blake Corum to succeed. However, Los Angeles opted for a power and nuance back over someone with any level of explosiveness.
Grade: C-
84. Pittsburgh Steelers: Roman Wilson, WR, Michigan
Height: 5-foot-11
Weight: 186 pounds
Strengths
- Great hands and catch radius
- Exploits zone
- Speedy runner
Weaknesses
- Physicality
Team Fit: He's more limited to the slot than what's ideal, but Roman Wilson is quick and fast. He gives this offense the chance to create explosive plays when the QB rolls out of the pocket. This is a fantastic value.
Grade: B+
85. Cleveland Browns: Zak Zinter, IOL, Michigan
Height: 6-foot-6
Weight: 309 pounds
Strengths
- Strength helps him recover
- Impactful hands
- Experience and toughness
Weaknesses
- Top-heavy build
- Footwork can get sloppy
Team Fit: Cleveland gets a starting guard of the future in Zak Zinter. Zinter has the physicality and polish to step into the lineup in 2025. With the tackle market weak, Zinter was a good option.
Grade: B+
86. San Francisco 49ers: Dominick Puni, OL, Kansas
Height: 6-foot-5
Weight: 313 pounds
Strengths
- Effective at tackle and guard
- Good movement ability for his size
- Active hands
Weaknesses
- Lower-body anchor
- Occupier more than finisher
Team Fit: An effective blocker who can play guard or tackle, Dominick Puni moves well and stays active. He needs to add more functional strength and finish more effectively, but he won't be forced to play right away in San Francisco.
Grade: B+
87. Dallas Cowboys: Marist Liufau, LB, Notre Dame
Height: 6-foot-2
Weight: 234 pounds
Strengths
- Third-down pass-rush
- Toughness
- Speed
Weaknesses
- Strength
- Tackling
- Awareness
Team Fit: Multiple more athletic linebackers had better instincts and tackling consistency left on the board, so this was a surprising reach. Marist Liufau's best value is as a third-down pass-rusher.
Grade: D
88. Green Bay Packers: MarShawn Lloyd, RB, USC
Height: 5-foot-9
Weight: 220 pounds
Strengths
- Breakaway playmaker
- Great quickness for size
- Physicality
Weaknesses
- Pass pro
- Wanders on run plays
Team Fit: MarShawn Lloyd is my favorite back in the class, and he brings explosiveness behind Josh Jacobs. He can be the starter sooner than later, augmenting a young offense. He has to be more reliable when in pass protection, though.
Grade: B+
89. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Tykee Smith, S, Georgia
Height: 5-foot-10
Weight: 202 pounds
Strengths
- Run support
- Instincts
- Tackling
Weaknesses
- Man coverage
- Deep range
Team Fit: Tampa Bay is happy with a box safety, but the value of one is at an all-time low. They could've taken a similar talent much later. At least Tykee Smith will fill an existing role that isn't hard to project.
Grade: C-
90. Arizona Cardinals: Elijah Jones, DB, Boston College
Height: 6-foot-2
Weight: 185 pounds
Strengths
- Great length
- Ball skills
- Run support
Weaknesses
- Off-man impact
- Strength
Team Fit: A good project pick, Elijah Jones has the raw skills to develop into a starter as he adds strength and confidence.
Grade: C
91. Green Bay Packers: Ty'Ron Hopper, LB, Missouri
Height: 6-foot-2
Weight: 231 pounds
Strengths
- Run game impact
- Blitz timing
- Instincts
Weaknesses
- Solo tackling
- Coverage instincts and upside
Team Fit: After already adding one linebacker, it's odd that Green Bay would double down with Ty'Ron Hopper. He's a good, functional player who is great in the box. But the value is off.
Grade: C-
92. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Jalen McMillan, WR, Washington
Height: 6-foot-1
Weight: 197 pounds
Strengths
- Route running
- Versatility
- Competitiveness
Weaknesses
- Separation
- Strength
Team Fit: Jalen McMillan may very well be Chris Godwin's eventual replacement. They win in similar ways, showing toughness and savvy more than dominant athleticism.
Grade: B-
93. Baltimore Ravens: Adisa Isaac, Edge, Penn State
Height: 6-foot-4
Weight: 247 pounds
Strengths
- Speed presence
- Great motor
- Explosive step
Weaknesses
- Hand usage
- Lack of gameplan
- Shedding blocks
Team Fit: Baltimore continues to collect athletic bodies who log pressures but not sacks. A flier on Adisa Isaac makes sense, given their need for an edge player, but it solves little unless he starts finishing plays more often.
Grade: C-
94. Philadelphia Eagles: Jalyx Hunt, EDGE, Houston Christian
Height: 6-foot-4
Weight: 252 pounds
Strengths
- Great athlete
- Coverage awareness and potential
- Initial pass-rush effectiveness
Weaknesses
- Lower-body anchor
- Bend through contact
- Counter moves
Team Fit: Jalyx Hunt enters a deep room of pass-rushers, but he's more advanced than given credit for. His athleticism was absolutely worth banking on in the third round.
Grade: B-
95. Buffalo Bills: DeWayne Carter, IDL, Duke
Height: 6-foot-2
Weight: 303 pounds
Strengths
- Strong upper body
- Effort
- Versatility
Weaknesses
- Run defense
- Getting off blocks
- Counter moves
Team Fit: Buffalo needed help in the trenches, and DeWayne Carter was one of the best on the board. He plays hard and has experience lining up all over, which will pay off early in his career.
Grade: C+
96. Jacksonville Jaguars: Jarrian Jones, CB, Florida State
Height: 6-foot
Weight: 190 pounds
Strengths
- Great speed
- Fluid hips
- Tackling
Weaknesses
- Zone impact
- Panics and grabs
Team Fit: An underrated player, Jarrian Jones will thrive in the Jaguars' friendly scheme. He has the tools to be a standout man defender, and his speed and movement ability stand out.
Grade: B-
97. Cincinnati Bengals: McKinnley Jackson, IDL, Texas A&M
Height: 6-foot-2
Weight: 326 pounds
Strengths
- Run defense
- Lower-body strength
Weaknesses
- Pass-rush upside
- Pad level
- Explosiveness
Team Fit: Taking a one or two-down player in the top 100 is a questionable value. McKinnley Jackson is very good at what he does, but veterans like Jackson generally play on one-year deals after their rookie contract.
Grade: D
98. Pittsburgh Steelers: Payton Wilson, LB, NC State
Height: 6-foot-4
Weight: 233 pounds
Strengths
- Incredible size-to-speed ratio
- Unlimited range and closing ability
- Field vision
Weaknesses
- Strength at point of attack
- Injury history
Team Fit: He needs to add strength to be an asset against the run, but Payton Wilson's mobility and speed are a welcome breath of fresh air to Pittsburgh's defense.
Grade: A-
99. Los Angeles Rams: Kamren Kinchens, S, Miami
Height: 5-foot-11
Weight: 203 pounds
Strengths
- Deep range
- Playmaker
- Straight line speed
Weaknesses
- Man coverage
- Pursuit angles
- Tested athleticism
Team Fit: Once mocked in the first round, Kamren Kinchens' woeful combine scared teams away. He's rangy and finds the ball effectively. If his instincts outweigh his athleticism scores, he can be a star.
Grade: C+
100. Washington Commanders: Luke McCaffrey, WR, Rice
Height: 6-foot-2
Weight: 198 pounds
Strengths
- Hand strength
- Toughness
- Effort
Weaknesses
- Separation
- Speed
- Route tree
Team Fit: Adding another slot and possession-type receiver to a team already with Jahan Dotson is a strange fit. There were downfield playmakers on the board still, and Luke McCaffrey is far from dynamic.
Grade: D
