NFL Analysis
4/27/24
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2024 NFL Draft: Grades, Analysis For Every Round 4, 5 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 3 unfolds, we'll be live-grading every pick, providing you with instant analysis and takeaways throughout the day. 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 RD 4, 5 Pick
101. Carolina Panthers Ja'Tavion Sanders, TE, Texas 
Height: 6-foot-4
Weight: 245 pounds
Strengths
- Smooth route runner.
- Can play inline or the slot.
- Strong at the catch point and after.
Weaknesses
- Downfield speed and post-catch agility are average.
- More of an effort blocker than an impactful one.
Team Fit: Incredible value for a player who projects as a dynamic pass-catcher from the tight end position. Bryce Young gets a needed weapon.
Grade: A
102. Denver Broncos: Troy Franklin, WR, Oregon
Height: 6-foot-2
Weight: 176 pounds
Strengths
- Equally dangerous on vertical routes from the slot or outside.
- Effortlessly accelerates to great top speed.
- Erases pursuit angles with long gait.
Weaknesses
- Lanky frame struggles with physicality.
- Can't sink his hips to explode through routes.
Team Fit: Troy Franklin fell due to character concerns, but he's a dynamic speedster who will fit into rotation for Denver. The Broncos had a big need, and this was an unexpected value.
Grade: A-
103. New England Patriots: Layden Robinson, OL, Texas A&M
Height: 6-foot-4
Weight: 302 pounds
Strengths
- Strong anchor
- Great hands
- Explosive first step
Weaknesses
- Recovery ability
- Balance
- Finishing blocks
Team Fit: New England continues to get more athletic along its line. Layden Robinson can play early on and provide a boost.
Grade: B
104. Arizona Cardinals: Dadrion Taylor-Demerson, S, Texas Tech
Height: 5-foot-10
Weight: 197 pounds
Strengths
- Terrific awareness and IQ
- Playmaker
- Deep zone instincts
Weaknesses
- Stiff in man coverage
- Pursuit angles
Team Fit: Versatility and playmaking are in Dadrion Taylor-Demerson's genes. Arizona will get him on the field early and benefit from his field vision and high football IQ.
Grade: B+
105. Los Angeles Chargers: Justin Eboigbe, IDL, Alabama
Height: 6-foot-4
Weight: 297 pounds
Strengths
- Great length
- Positional flexibility
- Effective hand usage
Weaknesses
- Run defense
- Quickness
- Pad level
Team Fit: The Chargers continue to add toughness and beef in the trenches. Justin Eboigbe has significant physical limitations that have to be overcome with intentional development.
Grade: C
106. Tennessee Titans: Cedric Gray, LB, North Carolina
Height: 6-foot-2
Weight: 234 pounds
Strengths
- Impactful three-down player
- Fast processor
- Speed and range
Weaknesses
- Block shedding
- Tackling form
Team Fit: Tennessee is a great spot for Cedric Gray, who requires great linemen to open rush lanes for him.
Grade: A
107. New York Giants: Theo Johnson, TE, Penn State
Height: 6-foot-6
Weight: 259 pounds
Strengths
- Elite size and vertical athleticism
- Play strength
- Blocking ability
Weaknesses
- Raw route runner
- Lacks burst
Team Fit: Theo Johnson is a better player on paper than he is on the field, but he can make an early impact with Darren Waller's future in question.
Grade: B
108. Minnesota Vikings: Khyree Jackson, CB, Oregon
Height: 6-foot-4
Weight: 194 pounds
Strengths
- Disruption at the catch point
- Press technique
- Discipline
Weaknesses
- Run support
- Consistency
Team Fit: Khyree Jackson's still developing but his blend of size and speed give him big-time potential. The Vikings needed someone to get on the field in 2024, and Jackson has the tools to be a long-term starter.
Grade: B+
109. Atlanta Falcons: Brandon Dorlus, DL, Oregon
Height: 6-foot-3
Weight: 283 pounds
Strengths
- Powerful frame
- Fast, effective hands
- Versatility
Weaknesses
- Pad level
- Consistent disruption
Team Fit: This is a great fit for Brandon Dorlus. He can play all along the line on Day 1 with his blend of athleticism, strength and awareness.
Grade: A
110. New England Patriots: Javon Baker, WR, UCF
Height: 6-foot-1
Weight: 202 pounds
Strengths
- Toughness at catch point
- Crafty route runner
- YAC creation
Weaknesses
- Separation
- Route running precision
- Overall athletic upside
Team Fit: Javon Baker brings tremendous effort and strength but struggles to separate. He's a boom-or-bust player, considering his lack of burst. Drake Maye will have to trust him to win at the catch point, or else he'll wash out of the league.
Grade: C
111. Green Bay Packers: Evan Williams, S, Oregon
Height: 5-foot-11
Weight: 200 pounds
Strengths
- Closing speed
- Box defense
- Physicality
Weaknesses
- Discipline
- Tackling
- Agility
Team Fit: Evan Williams is a big hitter but unreliable in coverage. He'll jump routes and bite whenever offenses target him. This was a big reach.
Grade: D
112. Las Vegas Raiders: Demarcion Richardson, S, Texas A&M
Height: 6-foot-2
Weight: 188 pounds
Strengths
- Speed
- Tackling
- Upside
Weaknesses
- Ball skills
- Transition footwork
- Instincts
Team Fit: He goes earlier than expected, but the raw traits are worth investing in. Vegas needed athleticism, and Demcarion Richardson was one of the best developmental talents on Day 3.
Grade: B-
113. Baltimore Ravens: Devontez Walker, WR, UNC
Height: 6-foot-2
Weight: 193 pounds
Strengths
- Major vertical threat
- YAC creator
- Athleticism at catch point
Weaknesses
- Thin, weak frame
- Drops
- Route running potential due to stiffness
Team Fit: Devontez Walker is a good vertical threat with clear limitations due to his frame. The Ravens have a type, and he fits it. His hands and toughness must improve.
Grade: C
114. Jacksonville Jaguars: Javon Foster, OL, Missouri
Height: 6-foot-5
Weight: 308 pounds
Strengths
- Hand strength
- Impact run blocker
- Good awareness
Weaknesses
- Weak anchor
- Balance and pad level
- Hand timing
Team Fit: Javon Foster fits as a backup who can develop behind Cam Robinson and potentially push to be a starter in the future.
Grade: B
115. Cincinnati Bengals: Erick All, TE, Iowa
Height: 6-foot-4
Weight: 252 pounds
Strengths
- YAC efficiency
- Smooth runner
- Separation
Weaknesses
- Blocking power
- Torn ACL
- Finishing through contact
Team Fit: He's an older player at a position that takes time to develop, but Erick All's efficiency and separation ability should be a strong fit for Joe Burrow.
Grade: B-
116. Jacksonville Jaguars: Jordan Jefferson, IDL, LSU
Height: 6-foot-3
Weight: 313 pounds
Strengths
- Powerful frame
- Fast, effective hands
- Versatility
Weaknesses
- Pad level
- Consistent disruption
Team Fit: Jacksonville needed depth along the defensive front, and Jordan Jefferson has the ability to play multiple spots. He's super strong but needs consistency.
Grade: B
117. Indianapolis Colts: Tanor Bortolini, IOL, Wisconsin
Height: 6-foot-4
Weight: 303 pounds
Strengths
- Strong base
- Quick feet
- Versatility
Weaknesses
- Reactiveness
- Upper-body strength
- Length
Team Fit: A great athlete who was effective at multiple positions, Tanor Bortolini has the tools to be a standout center or decent guard.
Grade: B-
118. Seattle Seahawks: Tyrice Knight, LB, UTEP
Height: 6-foot-1
Weight: 233 pounds
Strengths
- Super productive
- Finisher
- Speed
Weaknesses
- Man coverage experience
- Discipline
- Power
Team Fit: Tyrice Knight was impossible to miss at UTEP as he flew to the ball. But he gets lost in traffic and struggles with physicality. He landed in a good spot behind a great defensive line.
Grade: C+
119. Pittsburgh Steelers: Mason McCormick, IOL, South Dakota State
Height: 6-foot-4
Weight: 309 pounds
Strengths
- Aggressive nature
- High awareness
- Pure strength
Weaknesses
- Wide hand placement
- Pad level
- Age
Team Fit: Although his demeanor is perfect to be a star, Mason McCormick's physical cut takes away his ability to drive opponents back as he wants. He's best suited to become a quality backup.
Grade: C-
120. Miami Dolphins: Jaylen Wright, RB, Tennessee
Height: 5-foot-11
Weight: 210 pounds
Strengths
- Downhill speed
- Contact balance
- Pass catching playmaker
Weaknesses
- Short-area agility
- Consistent vision
Team Fit: Jaylen Wright is a talented back who produces some big plays, but he's a complementary back. Miami moved a 2025 third-round pick to land him, and he'll be a part-time player.
Grade: D
121. Seattle Seahawks: AJ Barner, TE, MIchigan
Height: 6-foot-6
Weight: 251 pounds
Strengths
- Great blocker
- Strong frame
Weaknesses
- Explosiveness
- Pass-catching production
Team Fit: Taking a blocking tight end is never attractive. While he will eventually fill a role, Seattle could've added someone with any type of pass-catching potential.
Grade: D
122. Chicago Bears: Tory Taylor, P, Iowa
Height: 6-foot-4
Weight: 223 pounds
Strengths
- Major leg strength
- Good hang time
Weaknesses
- Directional aim
- Touch
Team Fit: Tory Taylor is a good punter who will be a long-term starter. His control and aim need improving, but the traits are there. Chicago didn't have many picks, so seeing them use a quality one on Taylor is shocking.
Grade: D
123. Houston Texans: Cade Stover, TE, Ohio State
Height: 6-foot-4
Weight: 247 pounds
Strengths
- Ball skills
- Competitiveness
- Reliability
Weaknesses
- Explosive speed
- Blocking impact
Team Fit: Farmer Gronk reunites with C.J. Stroud. Stroud is the right kind of QB to maximize Cade Stover's high-pointing abilities. He'll be a nice complement to the offense in a smaller role.
Grade: B-
124. San Francisco 49ers: Malik Mustapha, S, Wake Forest
Height: 5-foot-10
Weight: 209 pounds
Strengths
- A+ tackler
- Great range
- Fluid athlete
Weaknesses
- Instincts
- Struggles in man coverage
Team Fit: There's not a better tackler in the class. Malik Mustapha is a great replacement for Tashaun Gipson.
Grade: A
125. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Bucky Irving, RB, Oregon
Height: 5-foot-9
Weight: 192 pounds
Strengths
- Balance through contact
- Explosive speed
- Creative feel for big plays
Weaknesses
- Pass protection upside
- Bounces runs
- Consistency between the tackles
Team Fit: Bucky Irving will take some negative runs if the blocking isn't good, and Tampa's line struggled to generate holes in 2023. However, Irving's explosiveness is a welcome addition, and the pick value was strong.
Grade: B+
126. Detroit Lions: Giovanni Manu, OT, British Columbia
Height: 6-foot-7
Weight: 352 pounds
Strengths
- Size
- Looks natural
- Great athlete
Weaknesses
- Narrow base
- Inexperience
Team Fit: Giovanni Manu might become great if he's given time to develop. He's a true flier, but the traits are amazing.
Grade: C
127. Philadelphia Eagles: Will Shipley, RB, Clemson
Height: 5-foot-11
Weight: 206 pounds
Strengths
- 3-down playmaker
- Feel for space
- Vision and footwork
Weaknesses
- Top-end speed
- Pass pro strength
Team Fit: Will Shipley can be the ying to Saquon Barkley's yang. He'll immediately be a quality backup who thrives against light boxes and maximizes the Eagles' blocking.
Grade: B+
128. Buffalo Bills: Ray Davis, RB, Kentucky
Height: 5-foot-8
Weight: 211 pounds
Strengths
- Acceleration
- Patience and vision
- Natural pass catcher
Weaknesses
- Power and strength
- Overall size
- Explosiveness
Team Fit: Ray Davis will complement James Cook nicely as a more nuanced, patient runner. He's an ideal backup for the duration of his rookie contract.
Grade: B-
129. San Francisco 49ers: Isaac Guerendo, RB, Louisville
Height: 6-foot
Weight: 221 pounds
Strengths
- Rare athlete
- Big frame
- Falls forward
Weaknesses
- Production
- Contact balance
- Elusiveness
Team Fit: Isaac Guerendo looks the part of an NFL star, but Louisville rarely utilized him behind Jawhar Jordan. His lack of wiggle and feel for the game make his projection lower than his athleticism would suggest. But San Francisco needed a backup, and Guerendo has the upside worth taking a flier on.
Grade: B-
130. Baltimore Ravens: T.J. Tampa, CB, Iowa State
Height: 6-foot-1
Weight: 189 pounds
Strengths
- Press physicality
- Closing speed
- Run support
Weaknesses
- Balance
- Tackling
- Footwork
Team Fit: T.J. Tampa posted great efficiency numbers throughout his career and was barely targeted. He's physical and quick but often hid in off-man and zone coverage. He'll compete for a roster spot in Baltimore.
Grade: C
131. Kansas City Chiefs: Jared Wiley, TE, TCU
Height: 6-foot-6
Weight: 249 pounds
Strengths
- Massive wingspan
- Reliable hands
- YAC potential
Weaknesses
- Average speed
- Struggles to get leverage as a blocker
Team Fit: Great value for a natural pass-catcher who isn't dissimilar to Travis Kelce, stylistically. He's an upgrade on Kansas City's backups and will make an impact quickly.
Grade: A
132. Detroit Lions: Sione Vaki, S/RB, Utah
Height: 5-foot-11
Weight: 210 pounds
Strengths
- Great playmaker
- Pure speed
Weaknesses
- No true position
- Lacks experience
Team Fit: Sione Vaki was explosive with the ball in his hands, but his presence alerts the defense of a trick play. His true position is unknown. This was a reach, considering his lack of polish.
Grade: D
133. Kansas City Chiefs: Jaden Hicks, S, Washington State
Height: 6-foot-2
Weight: 211 pounds
Strengths
- Terrific awareness and IQ
- Playmaker
- Deep zone instincts
Weaknesses
- Stiff in man coverage
- Pursuit angles
Team Fit: Jaden Hicks' projection hinges on his success in man coverage. He's a great box defender and moves well but is uncomfortable in coverage and stiff. Experience might be the key to unlocking his ceiling.
Grade: B
134. New York Jets: Braelon Allen, RB, Wisconsin
Height: 6-foot-1
Weight: 235 pounds
Strengths
- Punishing power
- Surprising quickness downhill
- Pass pro upside
Weaknesses
- Ball security
- Top-end speed
- Struggles creating beyond the blocking
Team Fit: Braelon Allen's projection is in the eye of the beholder. He'll either be bruising enough to be a difference-maker or too slow to play. This was a good value to find out.
Grade: B-
135. San Francisco 49ers: Jacob Cowing, WR, Arizona
Height: 5-foot-8
Weight: 168 pounds
Strengths
- Lightning quick
- Great route runner
- Unpredictable movement ability
Weaknesses
- Lacks strength and frame to improve
- Too many drops due to strength and hands.
Team Fit: San Francisco loves shifty route-runners who win on designed free releases. Jacob Cowing will terrorize opponents in this offense.
Grade: B
136. Seattle Seahawks: Nehemiah Pritchett, CB, Auburn
Height: 6-foot-0
Weight: 190 pounds
Strengths
- Zone coverage
- Fluidity
- Speed
Weaknesses
- Tackling
- Gets handsy
- Pad level
Team Fit: Nehemiah Pritchett can be a serviceable depth piece with good size and comfort in Seattle's zone. His technique is too raw to rely upon right now, though.
Grade: C
137. Los Angeles Chargers: Tarheeb Still, CB, Maryland
Height: 6-foot-0
Weight: 189 pounds
Strengths
- Versatility
- Ball skills
Weaknesses
- Length
- Transition ability
- Speed
Team Fit: We didn't have a draftable grade on Tarheeb Still, so this was a reach. He doesn't have the skill set to be more than a special teamer.
Grade: F
138. Arizona Cardinals: Xavier Thomas, Edge, Clemson
Height: 6-foot-2
Weight: 244 pounds
Strengths
- First-step burst
- Bull rush
- Hip flexibility
Weaknesses
- Block shedding
- Pass rush repertoire
- Hand usage
Team Fit: Arizona likes guys who can move around and play a few roles. Xavier Thomas is experienced but still underdeveloped, so he'll likely be a rotational piece with limited impact.
Grade: C
139. Washington Commanders: Jordan Magee, LB, Temple
Height: 6-foot-1
Weight: 228 pounds
Strengths
- Zone coverage
- Fast closing speed
Weaknesses
- Strength
- Run defense
- Play recognition
Team Fit: Dan Quinn gets a fast linebacker to unleash on passing downs. Jordan Magee could be a nice subpackage player.
Grade: C
140. Los Angeles Chargers: Cam Hart, CB, Notre Dame
Height: 6-foot-3
Weight: 202 pounds
Strengths
- Huge frame
- Speed
- Zone awareness
Weaknesses
- Stiff lower body
- Panics and grabs
- Playmaking
Team Fit: Cam Hart is a better cornerback than the other one they took today, Tarheeb Still. He erases vertical routes with his size but has to trust himself more and get less grabby.
Grade: B-
141. Buffalo Bills: Sedrick Van Pran, IOL, Georgia
Height: 6-foot-4
Weight: 298 pounds
Strengths
- Initial burst
- Versatility
- Strong base
Weaknesses
- Clunky feet
- Pad level
- Hand usage
Team Fit: Buffalo watched multiple interior blockers leave this offseason. Sedrick Van Pran was projected to be a top-45 pick before the year. He's a good athlete who can get on the field with technical improvements.
Grade: B
142. Indianapolis Colts: Anthony Gould, WR, Oregon State
Height: 5-foot-8
Weight: 174 pounds
Strengths
- Deep speed
- Return ability
Weaknesses
- Size
- Agility
- Drops
Team Fit: A diminutive playmaker who lacks the suddenness you'd expect for his frame, Anthony Gould's only real value is on go routes and special teams.
Grade: D
143. Atlanta Falcons: JD Bertrand, LB, Notre Dame
Height: 6-foot-1
Weight: 235 pounds
Strengths
- Strength at the line of scrimmage
- Efficiency
- Tackling in the box
Weaknesses
- Coverage upside
- Athleticism
Team Fit: The Falcons had a big need for an inside linebacker. JD Bertrand can rack up tackles and provide the occasional pass rush.
Grade: C+
144. Chicago Bears: Austin Booker, Edge, Kansas
Height: 6-foot-5
Weight: 240 pounds
Strengths
- Length
- Effort
- Range
Weaknesses
- Play strength
- Pass-rush moves
Team Fit: Chicago adds a great developmental prospect much lower than expected. Austin Booker has to fill out his frame and improve his moves, but he has a good new mentor in Montez Sweat.
Grade: B
145. Denver Broncos: Kris Abrams-Draine, CB, Missouri
Height: 5-foot-11
Weight: 179 pounds
Strengths
- Man-coverage ability
- Ball tracking
- Anticipation
Weaknesses
- Small frame
- Tackling
- Gives too much cushion
Team Fit: Kris Abrams-Draine is small but competitive. He'll compete with the several fast playmakers within the AFC West.
Grade: B
146. Tennessee Titans: Jarvis Brownlee, CB, Louisville
Height: 5-foot-10
Weight: 194 pounds
Strengths
- Physical and effective in press
- Comfortable in zone
- Closing speed
Weaknesses
- Lacks confidence in off-man
- Deep speed
- Tackling
Team Fit: Another hyper-competitive addition, Jarvis Brownlee projects as a great slot weapon who can make impact plays.
Grade: A-
147. Denver Broncos: Audric Estime, RB, Notre Dame
Height: 5-foot-11
Weight: 221 pounds
Strengths
- Terrific power
- Vision and feel
- Quick feet for size
Weaknesses
- Top speed
- Elusiveness
Team Fit: He's not the fastest guy, but Audric Estime plays quicker than he tested. He's a menacing ball carrier who will cause defenses to hesitate in hitting him.
Grade: B
148. Las Vegas Raiders: Tommy Eichenberg, LB, Ohio State
Height: 6-foot-2
Weight: 233 pounds
Strengths
- Zone coverage range
- Instincts
- Maneuvering through blockers
Weaknesses
- Straight-line speed
- Play strength
Team Fit: Reliability and effort define Tommy Eichenberg's game. Vegas did well to plug a hole with a high-floor player for a low cost.
Grade: C+
149. Cincinnati Bengals: Josh Newton, CB, TCU
Height: 5-foot-11
Weight: 190 pounds
Strengths
- Experienced and poised
- Fluid hips and feet
- Press-man specialist
Weaknesses
- Deep speed
- Consistency with leverage
Team Fit: Good value for a high-floor player with experience. Josh Newton can hold his own against most receivers without being left in the dust.
Grade: B+
150. New Orleans Saints: Spencer Rattler, QB, South Carolina
Height: 6-foot
Weight: 211 pounds
Strengths
- Strong, flexible arm from all platforms.
- Quick throwing motion with natural accuracy.
- Playmaking upside.
Weaknesses
- Field vision leads to turnovers.
- Can be overconfident in his arm.
- Gets happy feet in the pocket.
Team Fit: Tremendous value for a player graded not too far below Bo Nix and Michael Penix Jr. Spencer Rattler has things to prove and work on, but the arm talent and playmaking give him the chance to hit.
Grade: A
151. Indianapolis Colts: Jaylon Carlies, S, Missouri
Height: 6-foot-3
Weight: 227 pounds
Strengths
- Huge frame
- Run defense
- Instinctual
Weaknesses
- Man coverage traits
- Speed
- Pursuit angles
Team Fit: If the Colts can keep Jaylon Carlies in a downhill role, he'll be a hammer in rapport. However, his lack of movement ability and comfort in other situations limit his upside.
Grade: C-
152. Philadelphia Eagles: Ainias Smith, WR, Texas A&M
Height: 5-foot-9
Weight: 190 pounds
Strengths
- Fearless
- YAC ability
- Quickness
Weaknesses
- Size
- Gadget player
- Route running
Team Fit: Ainias Smith's best fit as an offensive weapon is helping on returns. To stay in the NFL, he will have to become a much more technical player than he was in college.
Grade: C
153. Jacksonville Jaguars: Deantre Prince, CB, Mississippi
Height: 6-foot
Weight: 183 pounds
Strengths
- Mirror ability
- Run fits
- Speed
Weaknesses
- Length
- Off-man comfort
- Instincts
Team Fit: Deantre Prince has the speed, athleticism, and willingness to defend the run, which will allow him to be a valuable backup with versatility to play on the outside and in the slot at the next level.
Grade: C
154. Los Angeles Rams: Brennan Jackson, Edge, Washington State
Height: 6-foot-4
Weight: 264 pounds
Strengths
- Great motor and stamina
- Active hands
- 3-down potential
Weaknesses
- Plan of attack
- Contact balance
- Finishing plays
Team Fit: He might not find a role in this suddenly loaded rotation, but Brennan Jackson's size and effort will eventually endear him to the staff. He'll make the most of what he earns.
Grade: B-
155. Philadelphia Eagles: Jeremiah Trotter Jr., LB, Clemson
Height: 6-foot
Weight: 228 pounds
Strengths
- Thrives in chaos
- Blitzing ability
- Quick first step
Weaknesses
- Man coverage upside
- Pure speed
- Tackling efficiency
Team Fit: Once mocked in the first round, Jeremiah Trotter Jr. is at his best when he's set free behind good linemen. He landed in the best spot for him to roam and find the ball.
Grade: B
156. Cleveland Browns: Jamari Thrash, WR, Louisville
Height: 6-foot
Weight: 188 pounds
Strengths
- Explosive through routes
- Physicality
- Post-catch playmaking
Weaknesses
- Consistent speed
- Finishing through contact
Team Fit: Cleveland needed more quickness in the offense, and Jamari Thrash brings it. Given his skill set, he'll have the inside edge to make the final roster.
Grade: B
157. Carolina Panthers: Chau Smith-Wade, DB, Washington State
Height: 5-foot-10
Weight: 184 pounds
Strengths
- Lightning quick
- Great ball skills
- Competitive on jump balls
Weaknesses
- Size
- Tackling form and effort
Team Fit: Best served to play the slot, Chau Smith-Wade gives Carolina a nice value as an active defender who can find the ball. He'll have to improve his effort against the run.
Grade: C+
158. Miami Dolphins: Mohamed Kamara, Edge, Colorado State
Height: 6-foot-1
Weight: 248 pounds
Strengths
- Fast first step
- Finishes sack opportunities
- Quality pass-rush moves
Weaknesses
- Strength vs. the run
- Flexibility through contact
- Getting off blocks
Team Fit: Vastly improved in 2023, Mohamed Kamara figures to be a rotational pass-rusher in the NFL. Miami will be able to get him on the field quickly and hope he thrives as a situational player despite his lack of length.
Grade: B-
159. Kansas City Chiefs: Hunter Nourzad, IOL, Penn State
Height: 6-foot-3
Weight: 317 pounds
Strengths
- Flexible, explosive hips
- Athletic range
- Sustains blocks
Weaknesses
- Agility
- Initial burst
Team Fit: Kansas City is looking to add a potential starter for 2025, and Hunter Nourzad fell much further than expected. He can be a solid pass-blocker, but his run-blocking is lacking.
Grade: C+
160. Buffalo Bills: Edefuan Ulofoshio, LB, Washington
Height: 6-foot-1
Weight: 236 pounds
Strengths
- Coverage range
- High motor
- Consistent tackler
Weaknesses
- In-the-box impact
- Play recognition
Team Fit: A rangy playmaker in coverage, Buffalo can use Edefuan Ulofoshio against the more pass-happy teams in the AFC East. He's a good value who can be more than just a subpackage option.
Grade: B
161. Washington Commanders: Dominique Hampton, S, Washington
Height: 6-foot-2
Weight: 215 pounds
Strengths
- Speed
- Versatility
- Coverage upside
Weaknesses
- Production
- Discipline
Team Fit: A favorite of mine, Dominique Hampton has the tools to be a solid starter in the NFL. He shows signs of inexperience, but Dan Quinn made the most out of a similar player in Jayron Kearse while in Dallas.
Grade: B+
162. Arizona Cardinals: Christian Jones, OT, Texas
Height: 6-foot-5
Weight: 305 pounds
Strengths
- Experience
- Power
- Awareness
Weaknesses
- Hand placement
- Anticipation
- Sustaining blocks
Team Fit: An experienced blocker, Christian Jones can be a swing backup for Arizona. Depth at tackle is never a bad thing. He lacks the traits to become more than that, though.
Grade: C
163. Green Bay Packers: Jacob Monk, OL, Duke
Height: 6-foot-3
Weight: 308 pounds
Strengths
- Quick feet
- Power
- Strength
Weaknesses
- Body control
- Wide hands
- Limited length
Team Fit: Jacob Monk is a durable, experienced interior lineman with good play strength. If he can correct some technical issues with his hands and body control, he can develop into a quality center at the next level.
Grade: C+
164. Indianapolis Colts: Jaylin Simpson, S, Auburn
Height: 6-foot-0
Weight: 179 pounds
Strengths
- Ball skills
- Quickness
- Feel for the game
Weaknesses
- Rail thin
- Uncomfortable in man coverage
- Tackling
Team Fit: The Colts add another defender not built to win in man coverage, so their versatility as a unit is questionable. Jaylin Simpson is an instinctive player who can contribute, though.
Grade: C
165. Baltimore Ravens: Rasheen Ali, RB, Marshall
Height: 5-foot-11
Weight: 206 pounds
Strengths
- Pass pro upside
- Quickness
- Route running
Weaknesses
- Contact balance
- Vision
Team Fit: Quicker than fast, Rasheen Ali can get to the second level in the blink of an eye. He should be a nice rotational back in Baltimore.
Grade: C+
166. New York Giants: Tyrone Tracy, RB, Purdue
Height: 5-foot-11
Weight: 209 pounds
Strengths
- Combine star
- 3-down potential
- Explosive playmaker
Weaknesses
- Experience
- Instincts
- Power
Team Fit: A former receiver, Tyrone Tracy is a project at RB. But he could pay off handsomely. His burst and fluidity are uncommon, and the Giants had a big need.
Grade: B-
167. Jacksonville Jaguars: Keilan Robinson, RB, Texas
Height: 5-foot-8
Weight: 191 pounds
Strengths
- Receiving ability
- Straight-line speed
Weaknesses
- Size
- Contact balance
Team Fit: This was a surprise. Keilan Robinson lacks quality NFL traits across the board. At best, he'll catch some passes out of the backfield.
Grade: F
168. Buffalo Bills: Javon Solomon, Edge, Troy
Height: 6-foot-1
Weight: 246 pounds
Strengths
- Bendy athlete
- Quickness and agility
- Aggression
Weaknesses
- Run game impact
- Lacks pass-rush plan
- Smaller frame
Team Fit: Buffalo adds a raw but exciting athlete in Javon Solomon. He'll need time to see the field, so he might be a practice squad addition in 2024.
Grade: C+
169. Green Bay Packers: Kitan Oladapo, S, Oregon State
Height: 6-foot-2
Weight: 216 pounds
Strengths
- Competitiveness
- Straight-line speed
- Fluidity for his size
Weaknesses
- Reactionary in nature
- Ball skills
- Tackling efficiency
Team Fit: Kitan Oladapo looks the part of a menacing presence but relies too heavily on his athleticism. He'll have to be more disciplined to be more than a special teamer.
Grade: C
170. New Orleans Saints: Bub Means, WR, Pittsburgh
Height: 6-foot-1
Weight: 212 pounds
Strengths
- Raw athleticism
- Aggressiveness
- High-pointing
Weaknesses
- YAC
- Unrefined releases
- Route running
Team Fit: Bub Means is clearly a good athlete, but he struggles to convert that into production. He should be much better with the ball in his hands, and his route-running must improve before he sees the field. There's potential here, though.
Grade: C+
171. New York Jets: Jordan Travis, QB, Florida State
Height: 6-foot-1
Weight: 200 pounds
Strengths
- Extending plays
- Fast release
- Gamer
Weaknesses
- Inconsistent accuracy
- Average arm talent
- Frame
Team Fit: Getting a capable backup who can step in for a few games is important. Jordan Travis lacks higher-end traits but brings playmaking and experience.
Grade: B
172. Philadelphia Eagles: Trevor Keegan, Ol, Michigan
Height: 6-foot-5
Weight: 310 pounds
Strengths
- Run blocking
- Awareness
Weaknesses
- Athleticism
- Pad level
- Coordination
Team Fit: Nothing wrong with grabbing a capable backup guard. The Eagles probably love his mauling run-blocking ability.
Grade: C
173. New York Jets: Isaiah Davis, Rb, South Dakota State
Height: 6-foot
Weight: 218 pounds
Strengths
- Effort
- Gets skinny
- Aggressive
Weaknesses
- Explosiveness
- High-cut build
- Elusiveness
Team Fit: A productive runner who relies more on heart than athleticism, Isaiah Davis can bring energy and toughness to an offense. He has good vision and is creative when figuring out how to churn out yards.
Grade: C-
174. Dallas Cowboys: Caelen Carson, CB, Wake Forest
Height: 6-foot
Weight: 199 pounds
Strengths
- Quick transition ability
- Short area agility
- Discipline
Weaknesses
- Gives too much cushion
- Balance
- Ball production
Team Fit: Dallas gets great value for someone with an NFL skill set. Caelen Carson can play early in his career and be sticky in man assignments.
Grade: B+
175. New Orleans Saints: Jaylan Ford, LB, Texas
Height: 6-foot-2
Weight: 240 pounds
Strengths
- Hard hitter
- Fast closing speed
- Run game processing
Weaknesses
- Coverage instincts
- Lacks plan of attack with blockers
Team Fit: Jaylan Ford can learn from Demario Davis, potentially replacing the veteran as a true MIKE linebacker in future years. He struggles in coverage and space but is effective, smart and active.
Grade: B
176. New York Jets: Qwan'tez Stiggers, CB, CFL
Height: 5-foot-11
Weight: 203 pounds
Strengths
- Ball skills
- Strong frame
- Fluidity
Weaknesses
- Raw technique
- Experience
- Tackling
Team Fit: A productive player in the CFL last year, Qwuan'Tez Stiggers is a developmental project the Cowboys can stash and work on. His raw traits are certainly intriguing.
Grade: C
