2022 NFL Draft: Best undrafted players on Dane Brugler’s Big Board

2022 NFL Draft: Best undrafted players on Dane Brugler’s Big Board
By Dane Brugler
Apr 30, 2022

Travon Walker, chosen first by the Jacksonville Jaguars after being the No. 4 player on Dane Brugler’s Big Board, was the first of 262 players who will hear their names called during the three days of the 2022 NFL Draft. Here are the best available players after each pick comes off the board.

Players are listed by their original ranking in the top 300 list.

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104. JoJo Domann, LB, Nebraska (6-1, 228)

Domann has terrific field speed, and his play range is expanded by his awareness, hip movements and closing skills. He will have a tougher time holding up vs. slot receivers in the NFL compared to college, but he is an instinctive zone dropper with the reactive quickness to challenge plays. Overall, Domann lacks length and needs to play with better control as a finisher, but his athleticism and anticipation fuel his versatility in space, which should earn him a subpackage and special teams role in the NFL, stylistically similar to LB Jabril Cox.

120. Christopher Allen, Edge, Alabama (6-4, 241)

Allen plays with excellent play strength and hand violence to stay detached from blockers in the run game and as a pass rusher. He needs to become better schooled with the art of pass rush, but he displays the natural twitch and upfield attack skills worth developing. Overall, Allen has some tweener traits, and the medicals are a red flag, but he could wind up being a steal as the forgotten prospect in a loaded edge rusher class. He projects as a rotational NFL pass rusher with upside to be more.

135. Ben Brown, OG/C, Ole Miss (6-5, 312)

Brown has vise grips for hands, and he works hard to stay connected both in pass protection and in the run game. However, his lower body will be late reacting to twitchy defensive linemen, leaving him off-balance in his attempts to recover. Overall, Brown isn’t a top-tier athlete and must play with better technical consistency, but he has the play strength and position flexibility to secure a backup role on the interior in the NFL.

137. Kellen Diesch, OT, Arizona State (6-7, 303)

Diesch is quick out of his stance with above-average body control and balance on the move. He shows precision and timing with his hand technique, but he plays narrow and can be too easily jolted at contact, disrupting his timing and sustain skills. Overall, Diesch plays light and short-armed, which will be tough to overcome versus NFL rushers, but he does a great job of framing his quick feet to stay connected in pass protection. He projects as a potential NFL backup.

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143. Verone McKinley III, Oregon (5-10, 192)

McKinley relies on his foot quickness and football IQ to lead him to the football and force incompletions. His physical play earned him the dirty label from several Pac-12 opponents, but he needs to improve his technique as a tackler to survive in the NFL. Overall, McKinley lacks ideal size/speed based on what the NFL looks for, but he is an instinctive cover man with the ball skills and play timing that should translate to the next level. His game reminds me of former Seattle Seahawks safety Tedric Thompson.

144. Josh Jobe, CB, Alabama (6-0, 182)

Jobe is a strong, aggressive cover man who trusts his technique and stays balanced in his movements. His instincts are solid, but his eye discipline and timing must improve for him to cut down on penalties. Overall, Jobe is inconsistent in zone and lacks ideal suddenness, but he is at his best in man-to-man coverage because of his athletic, competitive play style to be disruptive up and down the field. He has starting potential as a cover-and-clobber NFL corner.

145. Carson Strong, QB, Nevada (6-3, 226)

Strong has the arm talent to make the defense cover every inch of the field, and his velocity helps mask average anticipation with his reads. Aside from questions about his knee durability, his lower body fundamentals aren’t a strength to his game, as he lacks the foot quickness to easily move the pocket and regain his balance as a passer. Overall, Strong has natural passing instincts and can rip throws all over the field when on schedule, but he is a limited play extender with mixed results versus pressure that will limit his NFL ceiling unless addressed. As long as the medicals on his knee come back clean, he falls somewhere in the range of Mason Rudolph as an NFL prospect.

148. Justyn Ross, WR, Clemson (6-4, 205)

Ross’ career trajectory took a detour the past two seasons because of concerning injuries (spinal surgery in 2020 and foot surgery in 2021). He isn’t an elite speed or burst player on tape, and his testing numbers confirmed that. But he can vary his route speed to keep defenders on his hip and displays the length, body control and focus to snare outside his frame. Overall, Ross’ draft projection hinges on his medicals, but he is a long, limber athlete with maybe the largest catch radius of any receiver in the draft class. He is a risky prospect and tough projection because there is no guarantee he returns to pre-injury form.

155. Mike Rose, LB, Iowa State (6-4, 245)

Rose looks the part with his size and energy, and his football character, specifically his smarts and competitive motor, is outstanding. Though his diagnose skills help expand his impact range, he lacks explosive traits as a tackler and in coverage, surrendering separation. Overall, Rose’s average speed and strength will be tougher to mask vs. NFL talent, but he is a smooth mover with the instincts and toughness that NFL teams covet. He projects as a versatile backup (middle or strongside) at the next level who should find a home on special teams.

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156. Abram Smith, RB, Baylor (6-0, 213)

A patient yet decisive downhill runner, Smith trusts his blocking and shows the nimble footwork to clear creases. His receiving, blocking and ball security are areas that can be improved, but NFL scouts have zero questions about his coachability and intangibles. Overall, Smith won’t be an ideal fit for every scheme, but he is tailor-made for outside/split zone run game with his one-cut quickness and feel for lane development. He not only brings value to the backfield but is well-versed on defense and special teams to potentially offer three-way versatility.

164. Kevin Austin Jr., WR, Notre Dame (6-2, 200)

A well-built athlete, Austin was a chain-moving machine when he was on the field, with 81.5% of his career catches resulting in a first down or touchdown. He is a physical route runner and gives his quarterback a good-sized catch radius, but he will need to pay closer attention to the details of the position to take the next step in his development. Overall, Austin is stamped with a buyer-beware label from scouts because of his injuries and past mistakes, but he is a talented pass catcher with outstanding testing athleticism who has yet to play his best football. At a certain point in the draft, his upside will be worth the risk.

165. Dare Rosenthal, OT, Kentucky (6-7, 290)

Although his aimless hands will let him down, Rosenthal is able to adjust his feet and hips as a positional blocker, which allows him to latch and lose slowly. His inconsistent discipline and balance in both his pass sets and as a run blocker are correctable, but it won’t be easy. Overall, Rosenthal’s maturity questions (on and off the field) will be scrutinized by NFL teams, but he has the athletic potential and length that NFL teams covet in a developmental blocker.

172. Dohnovan West, OG/C, Arizona State (6-3, 296)

Despite bouncing between the three interior line positions during his three seasons in Tempe, West played at a high level thanks to his quickness, control (penalties were rare on film) and ability to balance being both patient and aggressive. He has a sharp, forceful punch but only average strength and will have trouble sustaining blocks vs. long-limbed NFL defenders. Overall, West will have trouble leveraging or neutralizing point-of-attack power in the NFL, but he displays efficient movement skills and handwork as a pass blocker and in the run game. Similar in ways to Isaac Seumalo, he has low-end starting potential as a center with guard versatility.

181. Makai Polk, WR, Mississippi State (6-3, 195)

Polk is at his best at the catch point, where he shows off his smooth body control and focus to locate and isolate the football. He continually works to get uncovered, but doubters will see a one-year wonder who thrived more because of scheme than NFL-level receiving traits. Overall, Polk doesn’t have the deep speed or route running prowess to concern NFL cornerbacks, but he has the length and ball-tracking skills that will translate to any level of football. Although not a ready-made NFL player, he has some tools that can be developed.

184. Yusuf Corker, S, Kentucky (6-0, 203)

Corker is highly instinctive and competitive vs. both the pass and the run, firing downhill as a tackler or tracking the eyes of the quarterback to throws. However, he needs to tighten up his pursuit angles and be more a finisher because he doesn’t have the redirect twitch to easily recover. Overall, Corker has some straight-line tendencies and needs to cut down on the missed tackles, but he plays fast, tough and confident and is ready for NFL life. His special teams ability should keep him alive on an NFL roster while he competes for defensive snaps.

191. David Anenih, Edge, Houston (6-2, 245)

Anenih is a bendy rusher with the arc speed to capture the corner, but he is still crafting his counters when he doesn’t win with his first step. Though he sets a firm edge and plays relentless in pursuit, he can be washed in the run game and lacks point-of-attack technique. Overall, Anenih has tweener traits and is still unpolished for an older prospect, but his get-off quickness, versatile athleticism and length are draftable ingredients. He isn’t scheme-dependent but projects best as a rush linebacker in a 3-4 scheme.

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192. Jeremiah Gemmel, LB, North Carolina (6-1, 226)

Whether in the box or playing as an overhang defender, Gemmel has excellent play recognition vs. the run to stay ahead of blocks and let loose. He gets himself in trouble when blockers establish leverage and needs to become more of a playmaker in coverage. Overall, Gemmel doesn’t have any elite qualities, but he is an instinctive, high-intangibles defender with the play range and toughness required for NFL work. He projects best as a weakside or nickel linebacker.

195. Aaron Hansford, LB, Texas A&M (6-2, 239)

Hansford has the athletic traits to drop and cover large areas of space thanks to his agile feet and smooth redirect skills. He is still working through the mental aspects of the position to stay ahead of the play, but his improvements as a blitzer and cover man are encouraging. Overall, Hansford needs to hone his play recognition and finishing skills, but he is a rangy run-and-hit athlete who showed steady development on defense. He projects as a backup outside linebacker with starting upside and the traits for special teams.

199. Bryce Watts, CB, Massachusetts (6-0, 187)

Watts has outstanding play speed with the lower-body twitch and pattern-reading skills to play tight coverage or drive on plays at the line of scrimmage. However, he needs to play with more control in his transitions, which should lead to improved ball production. Overall, Watts needs to improve his coverage discipline and play strength for the next level, but he has the athletic traits and reaction skills to develop into reliable contributor in an NFL secondary. His testing numbers and experience on special teams will only help his chances.

201. Jack Coan, QB, Notre Dame (6-3, 218)

Coan is a resilient competitor and efficient passer with a natural feel for where to attack the defense. Although he isn’t a consistent play-extender when flushed, he has impressive movements within the pocket to buy valuable extra fractions of a second. Overall, Coan has some athletic limitations, but he does a great job finding rhythm in the passing game and delivers with timing and placement. He has the on-field talent and football character to be a capable NFL backup.

203. Charleston Rambo, WR, Miami (Fla.) (6-1, 184)

With his plant and burst, Rambo has terrific separation quickness and doesn’t lose speed out of his cuts. His lean features aren’t ideal vs. physical defensive backs, but he played with improved confidence and finishing skills as a senior. Overall, Rambo can be out-matched in contested situations, but his blend of speed, body control and tracking skills translate well to the NFL level. His game reminds me a lot of former Dallas Cowboy (new Miami Dolphin) Cedrick Wilson.

206. Juanyeh Thomas, S, Georgia Tech (6-1, 212)

Thomas is a decisive player with the pursuit angles and aggressive demeanor desired at the position. Though smooth and controlled as an athlete, there is suddenness missing with his reactionary movements. Overall, Thomas is inconsistent in man coverage with too many throws in his direction that result in completions, but he is an instinctive down safety with projectable traits. Although he must improve in areas to be trusted on defense, his special teams should keep him on an NFL active roster.

214. Mario Goodrich, CB, Clemson (6-0, 176)

Goodrich has a physical appetite in coverage to make receivers uncomfortable and rake at the football when targeted. He enjoys mixing it up with receivers, but his pedestrian play strength might look a tad different against NFL receivers. Overall, Goodrich has only average speed, twitch and recovery skills, but he is an aggressive player with plus tackling skills, making him a natural fit for a Cover-2 or zone-based coverage.

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217. Jayden Peevy, DT, Texas A&M (6-5, 308)

Peevy flashes power in his upper body and won’t just sit on blocks, helping him track down plays in the run game. His active play style and long arms are strengths to his game, but he needs to better control the point of attack and consistently stay ahead of plays. Overall, Peevy isn’t disciplined or fundamentally sound in his approach, but his blend of size, length and quickness don’t walk through the door every day. He is scheme versatile and has the raw talent to make an NFL roster or practice squad.

218. Vincent Gray, CB, Michigan (6-2, 192)

With his height and length, Gray looks the part to match up on the outside and also flashes the burst to close when working downhill. He doesn’t have ideal speed for the position and will lose a half-step in his transition, forcing him to play catch-up. Overall, Gray is physical and patient in press and has zone instincts to sort through everything in front of him, but he plays a step behind too often and doesn’t create ball production opportunities for himself. He can fill a backup role as he continues to develop or possibly move to safety.

221. Gerrit Prince, TE, UAB (6-5, 241)

Prince runs nifty routes and shows natural ball skills to snatch, secure and create (averaged a touchdown every 3.6 receptions in 2021). He works hard to gain positioning as a blocker, but a power element is missing as he attempts to sustain or drive. Overall, Prince is undersized and will be limited as a blocker in the NFL, but he can work all three levels as a pass catcher and is one of the better YAC threats in this tight end class. He can be part of an NFL rotation as an F tight end and reminds me of Troy Fumagalli when he was coming out of Wisconsin in the 2018 draft class.

222. Smoke Monday, S, Auburn (6-2, 207)

Monday is an urgent player with quality run fits and aggressive angles to make impact plays as a run defender. However, he will get run over by NFL backs unless he improves his striking technique, and his lack of discipline and anticipation in coverage makes it tough to trust him. Overall, Monday is a long, athletic player with the competitive spirit that won’t go unnoticed by NFL coaches, but neither will his inconsistencies and the questions about his best defensive position. At worst, he will be in the mix for an NFL roster spot thanks to his core special teams ability.

225. Dai’Jean Dixon, WR, Nicholls State (6-3, 205)

Dixon is an imposing target with the catch radius to match, frequently reeling in throws well outside his frame. He will rush his routes at times, but he shows an understanding of pacing and footwork at the stem to create his own separation. Overall, Dixon will face a learning curve vs. the more physical and sudden corners in the NFL, but he has three-level potential with his smooth acceleration, length and ball skills.

227. Alec Lindstrom, C, Boston College (6-3, 296)

Lindstrom is most comfortable in pass protection where he can use his balanced movements and reset to shield the pocket. In the run game, he does a nice job on the move to reach/scoop defenders and strain through contact, but he doesn’t have the play strength to create vertical displacement. Overall, Lindstrom is an average athlete and lacks ideal power or leg drive, but he is a cerebral blocker with the pedigree and processing skills to execute his assignments. He projects as a potential NFL backup.

229. Isaac Taylor-Stuart, CB, USC (6-2, 201)

Growing up in martial arts, Taylor-Stuart is a second-degree black belt and shows outstanding speed to turn, run and stay on the same play vertically or outrace receivers to the break point. However, too often he is late to recognize that break point or find the football, leaving him out of position and an easy mark for quarterbacks. Overall, Taylor-Stuart is a toolsy prospect with his blend of length and speed, but wild technique and very little semblance of playmaking instincts leave him disconnected from receivers in coverage. He is a low-risk, average-reward project.

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230. Ryan Van Demark, OT, Connecticut (6-7, 307)

Van Demark doesn’t labor in his pass slides and uses tight, independent hands to answer pass-rush moves and reset on the move. Though he achieves proper depth in his pass sets, his lower-body bend needs work to better anchor as a pass blocker or roll into contact in the run game. Overall, Van Demark must continue to develop his core strength and pad level concerns, but he has the quickness, handwork and intelligence to earn an NFL roster spot as a swing tackle.

232. Zakoby McClain, LB, Auburn (5-11, 228)

McClain moves with bounce in his feet to scrape laterally and hunt the football in the box. He finds ways to unwind from blocks but too often he overcommits himself working downhill, and working off NFL blockers will be a new challenge for him. Overall, McClain’s lack of size, discipline and coverage range might be tough to overcome in the NFL, but he competes with the play speed and competitive grit that give him a fighting chance, especially on special teams.

233. Haskell Garrett, DT, Ohio State (6-2, 300)

Although he is short-armed and his rush arsenal lacks variety, Garrett is quick out of the blocks to penetrate with initial burst and consistent effort. However, he is more of a hugger than striker at the point of attack, and his inconsistent power will make it tough for him to anchor or defend the run vs. NFL talent. Overall, Garrett flashes the upfield quickness and flexibility to threaten gaps, but he needs to get stronger and expand his pass rush options to have more of an impact on the game. He has NFL rotational value as a three-technique tackle.

236. EJ Perry, QB, Brown (6-2, 211)

A confident and athletic prospect, Perry was only the second player in school history to receive an invitation to the NFL Scouting Combine. Behind a suspect offensive line in college, he was conditioned to play hero ball and developed several bad habits (mental and physical), both within structure and when improvising. Overall, Perry has the mobility and competitive nature that help compensate for his shortcomings, but average arm strength and inconsistent post-snap decision-making will be tough to mask versus NFL defenses. His intangibles and athleticism could earn him a backup role or at worst land him on a practice squad.

237. Jack Sanborn, LB, Wisconsin (6-2, 234)

Sanborn is a physical run-filler and effective blitzer with the downhill instincts and square pads to make plays between the tackles. Though he sets the tempo with his contact-driven mentality, he needs to improve his stack-and-shed efficiency to stay on the field in the pros. Overall, Sanborn is a crafty downhill force player, but he lacks explosive range and might be relegated to early downs because of his average athleticism in coverage. He has the diagnose skills and competitive toughness to carve out a backup role in the NFL.

240. Dontario Drummond, WR, Ole Miss (6-1, 215)

Drummond is a thick, muscular target with the snatch-and-secure skills to stab the ball with a man on his hip. Though not a true burner or proven deep threat, he flashes explosive traits before and after the catch. Overall, Drummond has ordinary length, speed and route running prowess, but he is a balanced athlete with the hand strength and toughness to carve out a role for himself in the NFL.

242. Dallis Flowers, CB, Pittsburg State (6-1, 196)

Flowers competes with fast footwork and quick acceleration to match and chase out of his transitions. However, there is room for him to improve his anticipation and pattern recognition. Overall, Flowers needs to play more controlled, especially against the jump in competition waiting for him in the NFL, but he has an outstanding mix of height, length and speed, and he has been productive at every level of football thus far. He is an older man-to-man corner prospect with kick return value.

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244. Obinna Eze, OT, TCU (6-7, 321)

Eze has a basketball background and boasts the long arms to dominate opponents both as a pass blocker and run blocker, especially when he locks out and keeps his punch on schedule. However, his feet are often late matching his hand movements, and he has a tough time reacting to moving targets. Overall, Eze has rare length and adequate movement skills to escort defenders around the arc, but he struggles with elusive rushers, and his feet quickly get unsettled in space. Though his timing and technique are a mess, he is worthy of a draft pick as a developmental swing tackle.

245. Markquese Bell, S, Florida A&M (6-2, 212)

Although he lacks ideal fluidity for coverage work, Bell has long-striding acceleration to cover a lot of green grass. He showed off his range and toughness vs. the run on the 2021 South Florida tape (15 tackles) but his overaggressive tendencies and inconsistent balance as a finisher (four missed tackles) also were visible. Overall, Bell needs to sharpen his discipline vs. the run and instincts vs. the pass, but he has the physical tools (physicality, length, speed) that will earn him extensive looks in an NFL camp. He has the potential to stick on an NFL roster as a rotational safety and special teamer.

246. Zaquandre White, RB, South Carolina (6-0, 215)

A fun player to watch, White is highly spontaneous and combustible thanks to his springy lower body and ability to force missed tackles. However, his vision is sporadic, and he quickly abandons play design because of his inability to anticipate block/lane development, treating each run like an all-or-nothing situation. Overall, White has an erratic run style because of his lack of patience and tempo, but he is a bouncy athlete with contact strength and elusive cutting skills. He can carve out a complimentary NFL role with improved discipline as a runner, receiver and blocker.

247. Austin Allen, TE, Nebraska (6-8, 253)

With his height, catch radius and strong hands, Allen was a consistent chain-mover on tape, and his athletic profile suggests upside as a route-runner. He uses sound angles to get into position as a blocker, although his taller stature and narrow base hinder his sustain and finish skills. Overall, Allen doesn’t have dynamic route skills to easily uncover, but he is a contested catch monster with the traits that suggest there is more meat on that bone. He has intriguing development potential on Day 3.

248. Chris Steele, CB, USC (6-0, 187)

Steele is a good-sized athlete with functional footwork and field vision, along with the competitive juices needed to crowd NFL receivers. However, there is a slight delay in his reaction quickness against crafty, non-linear route runners, and he isn’t yet the sum of his parts. Overall, Steele has enticing ingredients with his size, speed and awareness, but too often there is a breakdown in the spatial relationships in coverage, leading to uneven tape. He is a traits-based prospect with untapped ability.

249. Braylon Sanders, WR, Ole Miss (6-0, 194)

Sanders can win off the line to stack corners vertically and track the football. He has above-average body control to attack erratic throws, but he wasn’t a consistent go-up-and-get-it receiver on tape. Overall, Sanders needs to add more nuance to his route running, especially as an underneath target, but NFL teams are interested in his vertical skills and athletic upside. He has the potential to settle in as a WR4/WR5 as an NFL rookie.

250. Noah Elliss, DT, Idaho (6-4, 346)

Elliss is a big-bodied lineman with the play strength and force to stack the line vs. the run or push blockers backward as a pass rusher. Much of his game is based on his physical ability, and he must develop his fundamentals and play recognition to become a regular contributor in the NFL. Overall, Elliss is a work in progress with his technique and timing, but he has disruptive power and movement skills when his battery is charged. He projects as a rotational nose tackle in the NFL with clear upside.

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251. D’Vonte Price, RB, FIU (6-1, 210)

Price is a good-sized athlete with acceleration and balance through the hole and a natural feel for block development. He has functional receiving traits and the frame to be effective as a blocker but needs refinement in both areas to be a reliable any-down player. Overall, Price is an upright back who lacks suddenness, but he is athletic for his size with the footwork and vision to navigate the line of scrimmage. His upside in the passing game and on special teams can keep him on an NFL roster as a backup.

253. Tre Turner, WR, Virginia Tech (6-1, 184)

Turner was a basketball-focused athlete much of his life, and that shows on the field with his ability to frame his grabs and finish through contact. Though he uses tempo as a route runner, he will need to improve his attention to detail to overcome his lack of ideal physical traits. Overall, Turner’s lackluster play strength and separating skills are disappointing, but his above-average acceleration and ball skills will give him a fighting chance to earn an NFL roster spot, especially if he improves on special teams.

254. Leon O’Neal, S, Texas A&M (6-1, 204)

O’Neal went to the Jalen Ramsey school of trash talk (while also backing it up), and head coach Jimbo Fisher calls his energy “infectious.” He needs to play with better anticipation and suddenness to all areas of his game, especially in man coverage where it is too easy for route-runners to cross his face. Overall, O’Neal is a good-sized athlete and plays with NFL confidence, but the missed tackles are bothersome, and he lacks the coverage fluidity to hold up in space vs. receivers. His special teams experience will help him compete for a roster spot.

255. Armani Rogers, TE, Ohio (6-5, 233)

A lifelong dual-threat quarterback, Rogers started the transition to tight end during the pre-draft process, showing promise in receiving and blocking drills during East-West Shrine Bowl practices. The details are still new for him, but he shows promise as a pass catcher and is willing as a blocker. Overall, Rogers will obviously require time to become more acclimated at his new position, but teams are intrigued by his size, athleticism and upside as a pass catcher. He is a practice squad candidate as he develops into a hybrid tight end.

256. Ja’Quan McMillian, CB, East Carolina (5-10, 181)

McMillian uses quick, controlled steps to stay in phase and finishes with the innate ability to ball search and disrupt the catch point. Highly aggressive against the pass and the run, he tends to freelance at times and abandons his technique in his pursuit of making plays, which will be exposed by high-end route runners in the NFL. Overall, McMillian is undersized and has only average speed, but he is an aggressive competitor with terrific instincts, eye use and ball skills. He projects best in the nickel.

257. Marquan McCall, DT, Kentucky (6-3, 342)

McCall is very specific with his skill set and role as a space-eating nose who can take up room in the middle and occupy blockers. He doesn’t offer any pass rush value and must have his snap count monitored to sustain his energy for quality play as a run defender. Overall, McCall doesn’t offer scheme or positional flexibility and must adapt and maintain a more professional approach behind the scenes, but his massive frame and natural power could earn him a roster spot as a backup nose tackle. The medical reports will be important to his draft grade with teams.

258. Gabe Brkic, K, Oklahoma (6-2, 197)

Brkic put his name on the NFL map as a sophomore when he was perfect on extra points and field goals. As a senior, he converted 76.9% of his field goal attempts, including five beyond 50 yards.

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261. Jason Poe, OG/C, Mercer (6-1, 300)

An alum of Bruce Feldman’s Freaks List, Poe is a loose, explosive mover with remarkable range for a 300-pounder. Though his college highlights are exciting, his below-average length and impatient, disjointed play style will make it tough for him to find regular work in the NFL. Overall, Poe is more of an undersized and frenetic battering ram than controlled blocker, but he is twitched up with the pulling athleticism and raw strength that will be enticing for certain schemes. Some scouts believe his best NFL position could be at center or even fullback.

262. Cal Adomitis, LS, Pittsburgh (6-2, 235)

Two long snappers were drafted in the sixth round last season, but scouts say Adomitis is an even better prospect. The Pittsburgh native handled both long and short snapping in college and played in every game the past five seasons (64 consecutive contests).

263. Tyree Johnson, Edge, Texas A&M (6-3, 248)

Johnson has explosive upfield quickness and flexibility to win at the top of his rush and flatten to the quarterback. However, his rush stalls quickly vs. power, and he doesn’t make enough plays vs. the run, spending too much time attached to blockers. Overall, the NFL rarely sees pass rushers overcome below-average length and play strength, but his athletic rush skills will give him a chance to survive roster cuts. He projects as a subpackage pass rusher.

264. Josh Johnson, WR, Tulsa (5-11, 183)

With his play speed, Johnson is able to close cushion and mix his gears, creating natural separation from coverage. However, he registered more drops than touchdown catches each season at Tulsa and needs to be more reliable at the catch point to stick. Overall, Johnson doesn’t have the physical traits or ball skills that will strike fear in the hearts of defenses, but he is a promising route runner and can get open for his quarterback. He is a potential back-end-of-the-roster possession target.

266. Jerrion Ealy, RB, Ole Miss (5-8, 189)

Although he is more quick than explosive, Ealy has athletic feet and a competitive run style to give defenders the slip and create extra yards for himself. However, I expected better tempo and more chunk plays for a player of his talent (only five runs of 30-plus yards in his final 300 carries in college). Overall, Ealy has his limitations, which makes him more of a hybrid back, but his athletic versatility as a rusher, receiver and returner can be an asset in the right situation. He projects best in a Nyheim Hines-type of role.

268. Darrell Baker Jr., CB, Georgia Southern (6-1, 190)

Baker checks boxes with his height, length, speed and explosiveness, but his coverage anticipation and consistency in run support are subpar. He has a bad habit of losing his balance when peeking into the backfield, and he struggled vs. some of the better opponents on the schedule (two touchdowns allowed on the 2021 Arkansas tape). Overall, Baker is experienced in various coverages with top-tier athletic traits, but he lacks poise downfield. The key for him to carve out an NFL career will be his mental development. He projects best as a press-man corner and special teamer.

269. Tanner Conner, WR, Idaho State (6-3, 226)

With his track background, getting from A to B as fast as possible is ingrained in him, but he needs to learn that not every route is a race, and controlled tempo and rhythm are important factors in his route construction. Overall, Conner will require time to develop a more detailed approach to his routes, but he is a unique height/weight/speed athlete capable of unlocking additional football skills now that he can dedicate himself to one sport. He is a practice-squad candidate as either a wide receiver or F tight end.

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271. Carson Wells, Edge, Colorado State (6-3, 241)

Wells needs to develop his counter game, but when his upper body timing is connected to his first-step quickness, he can put blockers in vulnerable positions. Although his motor runs hot vs. the run, his anchor is inconsistent, and his coverage duties should be limited vs. NFL speed. Overall, Wells is a productive force player off the edge with his initial quickness and understanding of how to weaponize his hands, but his tweener skills lower his next-level ceiling. He projects best as a situational pass rusher or rotational “Sam” linebacker in a 3-4 scheme.

272. Bubba Bolden, S, Miami (Fla.) (6-2, 209)

Bolden has smooth movement skills in coverage to read, unlock and go, flashing the confidence and secondary burst to close on passing lanes. It is easy to appreciate his aggressive mentality, but there are too many feast-or-famine plays on his tape (missed tackles, taking himself out of position, etc.). Overall, Bolden is a lithe athlete with range and instincts, but his inconsistency is a major issue, stemming from his undisciplined play style. He has draftable talent on day three, but durability concerns could leave him undrafted.

273. Dustin Crum, QB, Kent State (6-1, 210)

The son of a high school coach, Crum has dual-threat skills and joined Josh Cribbs as the only players in school history to surpass 9,000 yards of total offense. He doesn’t have the arm talent to scare defenses in the intermediate-to-deep part of the field and will need to be protected by scheme at the next level. Overall, Crum is an instinctive competitor and shrewd decision-maker, but his mediocre ball placement and average physical tools will be amplified vs. NFL speed. A Connor Shaw-type of prospect, he will likely start on an NFL practice squad and try to work his way up from there.

274. Zonovan Knight, RB, NC State (5-11, 209)

Knight has decent play speed and hates to be tackled — he was undoubtedly the tag champion in his neighborhood growing up. Though he runs with a tough, slashing style, his inconsistent patience and pad level can slow down his tempo. Overall, Knight needs to continue developing the ancillary areas of the position (ball security, blocking, receiving), but he combines vision with quick reactions to cut away from defenders and create chunk plays. He projects as a rotational back in the NFL with kick return value.

275. Ty Fryfogle, WR, Indiana (6-1, 204)

Fryfogle has squeaky clean route transitions, and he wins more with details than sudden movements. Though his ability to high-point is a strength to his game, he battled focus issues as a super senior (his touchdown-to-drop ratio went from 7-2 in 2020 to 1-8 in 2021). Overall, Fryfogle is a route technician who makes himself available early and late, but his physical traits are average by NFL standards, and he isn’t a consistent separator on tape. He will need to add special teams duties if he hopes to stick on an NFL depth chart.

276. Chris Hinton, DT, Michigan (6-4, 305)

Hinton uses his length to extend, lock out and control the point of attack. However, he is heavy-legged and needs to be more forceful with his shed/toss to fire off blocks and create disruption. Overall, Hinton is stout at contact with the base strength to hold his ground, but his lack of range and explosive traits significantly limit his next level impact. He projects as an early-down NFL backup.

279. Mike Tafua, Edge, Utah (6-3, 249)

Tafua, who will turn 26 as an NFL rookie, is the Energizer bunny as a pass rusher with his quickness and efficient rush plan to create backfield disruption. He is a strong edge-setter and plays with discipline vs. the run, but he will struggle to quickly shed once engaged. Overall, Tafua falls short of what NFL teams ideally want on the edge in terms of length and explosiveness, but he wins with developed rush moves and relentless energy to challenge blockers. He projects as a potential NFL backup, ideally suited as a wide-nine defender.

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281. Kaleb Eleby, QB, Western Michigan (6-1, 208)

Eleby has sound accuracy and decision-making when he is able to stay in rhythm, giving his targets a chance to make plays. Though he doesn’t lack confidence, he is an average-twitch passer, and his tape shows a player who could have greatly benefited from another season or two at the college level. Overall, Eleby put plenty of splash plays on tape that are encouraging, but his snap-to-snap consistency and lack of high-end traits are concerning for his next-level jump. He has the talent to survive in the NFL, even if it means a year or two on the practice squad to start.

282. Jalen Wydermyer, TE, Texas A&M (6-4, 255)

Wydermyer shows steady body control in his routes and at the catch point, but his plodding feet will stand out vs. NFL talent. He has a projectable frame but needs to be more physical and technically focused as a blocker. Overall, Wydermyer has the catch radius to be a capable target and potential red zone weapon, but he doesn’t have top-tier athleticism and must mature as a blocker.

283. Nephi Sewell, LB, Utah (6-0, 226)

With his high football IQ and situational awareness, Sewell is quick to trigger downhill and leverage gaps, finishing at the ball carrier with his explosive tackling skills. However, he can get bounced or engulfed near the line of scrimmage, and his lack of inches shows in coverage. Overall, Sewell’s tweener traits and short arms will remove him from consideration for NFL teams with firm length thresholds, but his play anticipation, quickness and intangibles are NFL-quality and can earn him a role in subpackages.

285. Jaivon Heiligh, WR, Coastal Carolina (6-1, 202)

Heiligh is a natural hands-catcher with a high football IQ and excellent timing in his route movements to find soft zones or create leverage vs. man coverage. However, his athletic testing was below average, confirming concerns on tape. Overall, Heiligh is a pedestrian athlete by NFL standards with questionable physicality to make a living on the outside, but he is a route technician with strong hands and a feel for always making himself available for his quarterback. He is a potential slot option.

286. Jashaun Corbin, RB, Florida State (5-11, 202)

Corbin uses his peripheral vision to settle his feet and set up his cuts, both at the line of scrimmage and at the second level. However, he is more quick and timely than dynamic or explosive. Overall, Corbin doesn’t have ideal burst or contact balance by NFL standards, but he offers patience, vision and pass-catching versatility to potentially round out an NFL backfield.

287. Kennedy Brooks, RB, Oklahoma (5-11, 209)

Brooks has a controlled, short-stepping run style with the balance to pick his way through traffic at the line of scrimmage. His lack of violence as a finisher is bothersome, and his inconsistencies as a pass catcher and blocker need to be addressed. Overall, Brooks lacks explosive traits and speed, but he has a great feel for tempo and patience with the subtle moves to stay out of the defender’s crosshairs. His best chance to stick in the NFL will with a zone-heavy run team.

288. Sterling Weatherford, LB/S, Miami (Ohio) (6-4, 224)

With his coordinated footwork and smooth hips, Weatherford has the frame and athleticism to match up vs. tight ends or break down and make plays vs. the run. Though he is a physical hitter and his tackling improved each season, he will struggle to adjust to open-field moves, and his finishing strength must improve. Overall, Weatherford has average explosiveness with some coverage limitations that must be managed, but he is a smooth athlete with outstanding size and eye discipline. Along with special teams, his best NFL projection might be in a hybrid role as subpackage box safety or weakside linebacker.

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291. Sincere McCormick, RB, UTSA (5-9, 205)

McCormick has excellent footwork to make lateral cuts and hit the accelerator to scamper away from pursuit. He has adequate vision at the line of scrimmage but needs to develop his patience because he doesn’t have the run strength to consistently power through front-seven defenders in the NFL. Overall, McCormick is undersized (as a runner and blocker) with inconsistent run tempo, but he stays low to the ground with balance and quick feet to pick away at the defense. He can round out an NFL team’s running back depth chart, although his limitations as a blocker and special teamer will be working against him.

292. Sam Webb, CB, Missouri Western State (6-1, 202)

Webb has above-average size and length for the position and competes with toughness and edge. He flashes explosiveness in his lower body and routinely attached himself to the hip of Division II receivers. His speed is adequate, but his make-up acceleration and recovery skills leave plenty to be desired after a mistake. Overall, Webb needs to mature his eye discipline and route recognition to earn his way in the NFL, but his explosive testing numbers and special teams background will help.

293. DaMarcus Fields, CB, Texas Tech (6-0, 193)

Fields has bounce in his feet and the processing ability to work from either press or off. He will have his share of judgment errors and false steps and he turned only four of his 49 passes defended into turnovers (seven touchdowns allowed, zero interceptions since 2020). Overall, Fields is an aggressive and proven disruptor at the catch point, but his balance concerns and lack of explosive twitch might hinder him at the next level.

294. Luiji Vilain, Edge, Wake Forest (6-4, 255)

Vilain has excellent upfield burst, with flexibility and bend at the top of his rush. He looks the part with long arms and large hands to fight his way through the shoulder of blockers, but he must develop his pass-rush plan and counters to keep his rush alive. He tends to be a half-second late tracking the ball in the run game. Overall, Vilain doesn’t have the established résumé of a draftable player, but his physical traits are NFL worthy, and scouts believe there is untapped talent there.

296. Max Borghi, RB, Washington State (5-9, 210)

Borghi runs with a good mix of quickness and patience and routinely gets what is blocked for him. However, he doesn’t force many tackles and is more likely to run away from contact that run through it. Overall, Borghi’s role will be limited in the NFL because of his average size, run strength and agility, but he is an instinctive runner and natural hands-catcher. He is a poor man’s Danny Woodhead who can make an NFL roster as a change-of-pace option.

297. Myron Tagovailoa-Amosa, DL, Notre Dame (6-2, 270)

Tagovailoa-Amosa is a high-motor player with the active hands and quickness at the snap to challenge blockers. However, he has a tweener body type, and NFL teams question if he has a true position fit at the next level. Overall, Tagovailoa-Amosa creates opportunities for himself with his energy and balance through contact, but he isn’t enough of a playmaker rushing the passer or stopping the run. He will have a chance to secure an NFL backup role as a base end.

298. Jaylen Warren, RB, Oklahoma State (5-8, 204)

Warren has outstanding initial footwork and vision to put himself in position to find the vulnerable areas at the line of scrimmage. He runs with competitive violence, although he will struggle to keep his momentum through early congestion. Overall, Warren’s broken tackles will be harder to come by vs. NFL pursuit, but he impulsively reads his blocks and uses foot quickness to dart his way to greener pastures. He will compete for a complimentary role in an NFL backfield.

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300. Jake Hummel, LB, Iowa State (6-2, 225)

Hummel floats well in space with terrific diagnose skills and a feel for angles to find the quickest route to the play. He battles his tail off at contact, but he can be overwhelmed by blockers and has room to tidy up his tackling. His active feet and alert eyes will lead him to the football in coverage. Overall, Hummel doesn’t always play up to his testing numbers, but he processes well with NFL-worthy athleticism and toughness to be a core special teamer.

(Illustration: Wes McCabe / The Athletic; Charlie Neibergall / Associated Press)

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Dane Brugler

Dane Brugler is a national NFL writer for The Athletic covering the NFL Draft. He previously covered the NFL Draft for NFL Draft Scout and CBS Sports. Follow Dane on Twitter @DPBrugler