
2025 BIG BOARD
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Travis hunter
Hunter is the most unique talent in the draft. His ability to impact games as a true two-way player sets him apart, showing elite ball skills, athleticism, and instincts at both wide receiver and cornerback. His competitiveness, football IQ, and natural feel for the game make him a potential superstar. His rare versatility and playmaking ability in critical moments easily justify the No. 1 spot.
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ashton jeanty
Jeanty is one of the most dynamic offensive weapons in the country. His burst, contact balance, and ability to create explosive plays make him more than just a traditional running back—he’s an offensive centerpiece. His vision, footwork, and reliable hands out of the backfield push him this high despite positional value concerns. Jeanty’s upside and versatility separate him from the pack.
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Abdul Carter
Carter transitioned from linebacker to edge rusher and exploded. His freakish speed, power, and closing ability off the edge give him All-Pro upside. He’s still growing into his frame, but his relentless motor and pass rush instincts make him a top-tier defensive prospect. Carter ranks this high because he’s a tone-setter who can change games as a pass rusher.
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MASON GRAHAM
Graham is the most dominant defensive tackle in college football. His combination of strength, leverage, and hand usage makes him a nightmare for interior offensive linemen. Graham is an every-down player who can stop the run and collapse the pocket. His consistency, physical dominance, and motor at a premium position secure his place inside the top 5
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will campbell
Campbell is a franchise-caliber left tackle prospect with rare polish for his age. He’s technically sound, powerful in the run game, and agile enough to handle top pass rushers. His footwork, anchor, and nastiness in finishing plays set him apart from most offensive tackles. As a long-term blindside protector, Campbell earns his top-5 status due to positional value and proven dominance in the SEC.
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tetairoa mcmillan
McMillan is one of the most gifted receivers in the country. His size, ball tracking, and body control make him a nightmare in contested catch situations, but he’s also smooth and efficient as a route runner. He’s not just a deep-ball specialist — he can create separation with nuance and win at every level of the field. His blend of size, polish, and natural hands makes him one of the safest and most dangerous weapons in the draft, earning him a top-6 ranking.
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Will Johnson
Johnson is everything teams want in a CB1. He has prototype size, excellent instincts, clean transitions, and physicality at the catch point. A true ballhawk with elite route recognition, he mirrors receivers with ease and excels in both man and zone coverage. Johnson’s consistency in high-leverage moments, leadership presence, and his proven performance against elite competition make him one of the top defenders on the board and an easy top-10 pick.
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Walter Nolen
Nolen has elite traits for an interior defensive lineman: heavy hands, twitchy movement, and the strength to reset the line of scrimmage. His ceiling as a three-down disruptor makes him incredibly valuable, especially in today's NFL where interior pressure is prized. While he’s still ironing out his consistency, the flashes of dominance are too strong to ignore. His rare blend of size, explosion, and upside firmly places him inside the top 10
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mike green
Green is the biggest riser because of his jaw-dropping traits. At 6'5", 270 with long arms and freakish athleticism, he looks like a prototype NFL edge rusher. His motor runs hot, and he consistently shows up in both the pass and run games. Though he played at a smaller program, his raw tools, explosiveness, and violent hands project him as an eventual impact starter, giving him top-10 value in this class.
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malaki starks
Starks is a true eraser on the back end with the versatility to play deep, in the box, or even cover the slot. His speed, instincts, and ability to make game-changing plays in coverage or against the run set him apart from most safeties. Starks consistently flashes elite range and closing speed, helping control the middle of the field. His high floor, athleticism, and versatility earn him a well-deserved spot in the top 10.
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tyler warren
Warren is one of the most versatile tight ends in the class, with the ability to line up in-line, in the slot, or even out wide. His athleticism and body control make him a mismatch against linebackers and safeties, while his toughness shows up in the run game as a blocker. He has excellent hands and a natural feel for finding soft spots in coverage. Warren ranks just outside the top 10 because of his rare combination of size, movement skills, and play strength, projecting as a featured weapon in a creative offense.
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kelvin banks jr.
Banks Jr. is a steady, technically advanced left tackle prospect who’s faced elite pass rushers and consistently won. His balance, hand placement, and quick feet allow him to mirror rushers in pass protection, while his power in the run game moves defenders off the ball. He’s not the flashiest prospect, but he’s one of the safest with Pro Bowl-level upside. Banks ranks here because of his consistency against top competition and his ability to be a day-one starter at a premium position.
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emeka egbuka
Egbuka is one of the smoothest route runners in the draft and projects as an instant impact slot or Z receiver. His hands are reliable, his after-catch ability is strong, and his versatility lets him line up all over the formation. Although injuries slowed his final season, his 2023 tape shows elite polish and play speed. His technical skillset and proven production at a powerhouse program make him a top-15 prospect, capable of becoming a quarterback’s best friend early in his career.
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James Pearce Jr.
Pearce is an explosive pass rusher with rare first-step quickness and bend. His ability to dip and flatten to the quarterback is elite, and his pass-rush toolkit is continuing to expand. Pearce flashes the ability to wreck games, even if he’s still developing consistency against the run. His natural traits are too rare to overlook, and his upside as a 10+ sack-per-year player locks him into a top-15 ranking.
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15. Luther Burden – WR, Missouri
Burden is a dynamic playmaker who combines short-area quickness with home-run ability. He’s nearly unguardable in space and shows natural vision after the catch. His ability to separate quickly and turn routine plays into explosive gains makes him a defensive nightmare. Despite not being as physically dominant as some bigger receivers, his production and electricity with the ball in his hands earn him a solid top-15 spot. In the right system, he’ll be an instant star. -
16. Josh Simmons – OT, Ohio State
Simmons is a high-upside offensive tackle prospect with prototype size, athletic feet, and heavy hands. His physical tools are outstanding, and he shows flashes of dominant pass protection when his technique is clean. While he's still refining his consistency and hand placement, Simmons has the traits that NFL teams covet. His ceiling as a long-term left or right tackle starter lands him just outside the top 15. With proper coaching, he could end up as one of the best tackles from this class. -
17. Armand Membou – OT, Missouri
Membou is a rising star on the offensive line, showcasing power, balance, and impressive movement skills for a big man. His ability to reach defenders at the second level and lock down pass rushers on the edge is highly appealing. While he’s a bit less polished than some of the tackles ahead of him, his growth trajectory and natural tools project starter-level success. Membou’s blend of athleticism and nasty streak as a run blocker earn him a top-20 slot on this board. -
18. Jihaad Campbell – LB, Alabama
Campbell is one of the most explosive, rangy linebackers available. His closing speed is outstanding, and he can cover sideline to sideline effortlessly. Campbell thrives as a blitzer, in coverage against tight ends, and as a downhill run defender. Although he’s still sharpening his instincts in zone coverage, his athleticism gives him a massive margin for error. His ability to impact all three downs makes him one of the most valuable defensive prospects outside of the true pass rushers. -
19. Colston Loveland – TE, Michigan
Loveland is a future star at tight end thanks to his smooth athleticism, reliable hands, and route-running polish. He’s a true matchup nightmare who can flex out wide or work the seam, stretching defenses vertically. Loveland also brings underrated toughness as a blocker. His ability to win against linebackers and safeties alike, plus his production in a pro-style offense at Michigan, solidifies him as one of the safest bets among offensive skill players in this class. -
20. Matthew Golden – WR, Texas
Golden is a complete receiver with strong hands, crisp routes, and a tough, competitive mindset. He can win at all three levels — short, intermediate, and deep — and plays bigger than his listed size when battling for contested catches. His body control and footwork stand out when creating separation. While he may not have elite speed, his technical mastery and reliability make him a go-to weapon for quarterbacks. Golden’s polish and consistency push him firmly into the top 20. -
21. Jalon Walker – LB, Georgia
Walker brings outstanding versatility to the linebacker position, showing the ability to rush off the edge, drop into coverage, and chase plays sideline to sideline. He’s explosive, rangy, and physical, with the frame to handle multiple roles in a modern NFL defense. Though he’s still refining his instincts against play-action and misdirection, Walker’s athletic profile and proven production against top SEC competition push him into the top 25. His upside as a three-down linebacker with pass-rush juice is highly valuable. -
22. Kenneth Grant – DT, Michigan
Grant is a true space-eater inside but moves with surprising quickness for a 330+ pounder. His ability to anchor against double teams, shed blocks, and even flash interior pass rush ability make him a rare commodity. Grant consistently flashes dominance in the trenches, eating up gaps and freeing linebackers behind him. Though not a pure pass-rush specialist, his power, motor, and impact against the run earn him a spot this high. Every good defense needs a Kenneth Grant type -
23. Shemar Stewart – DE, Texas A&M
Stewart is a high-upside defensive end prospect with freakish traits—size, length, and explosiveness. His first step and physical tools give him a natural advantage, and while he’s still developing his pass-rush counters, his flashes of dominance are undeniable. If he unlocks more technical consistency, he could become a double-digit sack artist. Stewart’s combination of raw power and athletic ceiling secure him a spot inside the top 25, betting on traits and future development. -
24. Cam Ward – QB, Miami (FL)
Ward is the best pure playmaker at quarterback in this class. His ability to extend plays, launch strikes off-platform, and create explosive offense makes him a franchise-altering talent. After refining his decision-making at Miami, Ward showed he can blend highlight-reel ability with improved structure. His arm talent, creativity, and leadership give him the traits teams dream of at the position. Though not as polished as some traditional passers, his ceiling is among the highest in the draft. -
25. Tyler Booker – OG, Alabama
Booker is a tone-setter on the offensive line, bringing a rare mix of power, flexibility, and mean streak to the guard position. He thrives in the run game, moving defenders off the ball with ease, and holds his own in pass protection with a sturdy anchor. Though interior linemen are sometimes undervalued, Booker’s dominance in the SEC against elite fronts shows he’s a plug-and-play starter. His physicality, technique, and toughness round out this top 25. -
26. Jahdae Barron – CB, Texas
Barron is a sticky, versatile cover corner who plays with excellent short-area quickness and anticipation. He excels in man and zone coverage, showing the ability to mirror routes and close downhill. Barron has a high football IQ, quick feet, and toughness at the catch point despite not having elite size. He’s also a strong run supporter from the slot or boundary. His reliability and experience in Texas’ secondary make him a high-floor NFL prospect with Day 1 nickel starter upside and CB2 potential -
27. Mykel Williams – EDGE, Georgia
Williams is an explosive, long, and disruptive edge rusher with the ability to line up across the defensive front. At Georgia, he showcased twitch off the edge, powerful hands, and above-average run defense. His combination of size (6'5", 265), quickness, and power gives him scheme versatility as a 4-3 DE or 3-4 OLB. Though still refining his pass-rush counters, his upside is tremendous. Williams projects as an impact starter with Pro Bowl potential if he develops consistency -
28. Derrick Harmon – DT, Oregon
Harmon is a stout, low-center-of-gravity defensive tackle with excellent leverage and the strength to hold his ground inside. He’s a tone-setter in the run game who can stack and shed with ease and flashes the ability to push the pocket. Though not an elite pass rusher, Harmon’s motor, pad level, and toughness stand out. His projection as a rotational early-down run defender with room to grow as a pass rusher gives him long-term value as a starting 1-tech or 3-tech -
29. Omarion Hampton – RB, North Carolina
Hampton is a physical, downhill runner with outstanding contact balance and vision. He thrives between the tackles, punishing defenders with leg drive and tackle-breaking ability. While not elite in top-end speed, he accelerates quickly and finishes runs with authority. Hampton has also developed as a pass protector and can contribute as a short-area receiver. His power-back profile fits modern zone and gap schemes alike. He brings RB1 potential with immediate early-down value and a red-zone presence. -
30. Grey Zabel – OT, North Dakota State
Zabel is an underrated small-school tackle with ideal length, strong hands, and smooth footwork in pass protection. He plays with great awareness and anchor strength, rarely getting out-leveraged despite facing lesser competition. His ability to climb to the second level and generate movement in the run game makes him a fit in zone-heavy schemes. Zabel’s technique, toughness, and growth potential give him starting-caliber upside with a Day 2 projection. He’s the type of developmental lineman who could thrive with NFL coaching. -
31. TreVeyon Henderson – RB, Ohio State
Henderson is a dynamic, one-cut back with home-run speed and burst through the hole. He thrives in outside zone concepts where he can press the edge and explode upfield. At Ohio State, he showed flashes of brilliance as both a rusher and receiver, with fluid hips and acceleration. Injuries have impacted his consistency, but his athletic ceiling remains among the highest at the position. With improved durability and vision, Henderson can be an electric RB1 with third-down versatility and big-play upside. -
32. Nick Emmanwori – S, South Carolina
Emmanwori is a long, physical safety with the versatility to play deep, in the box, or as a dime linebacker. His aggressive play style, quick trigger downhill, and ability to match tight ends and backs in coverage give him real NFL utility. Though he occasionally overruns plays, his range, length, and tackling ability flash on tape. He projects as a hybrid strong safety with starting upside and the ability to impact special teams early in his career -
33. Donovan Ezeiruaku – EDGE, Boston College
Ezeiruaku is a high-motor edge rusher with twitchy get-off, bend through contact, and violent hands. He produced consistently at Boston College thanks to his leverage, balance, and technical refinement. While slightly undersized for a traditional DE, he compensates with explosiveness and effort. He wins with a combination of speed-to-power and timing, projecting as a 3-4 OLB or subpackage rusher. Ezeiruaku offers immediate rotational value with the potential to grow into a productive starter -
34. Max Hairston – CB, Kentucky
Hairston is a long, athletic boundary corner who plays with physicality and ball-hawking instincts. He led Kentucky in interceptions and pass breakups, consistently challenging receivers at the catch point. His length, anticipation, and route awareness make him a strong zone corner, though he’s capable in man situations as well. With added strength and refinement, Hairston has the traits to be a starting outside CB with CB2 potential and red-zone value. -
35. Donovan Jackson – OG, Ohio State
Jackson is a thick, well-leveraged interior lineman with the power to displace defenders and the agility to operate in space. A multi-year starter at Ohio State, he brings strong hands, functional athleticism, and a physical play style that projects well to the NFL. His pass protection has improved steadily, and he’s comfortable handling stunts and interior rushers. Though some teams may view him as a potential center, Jackson’s best fit is at guard, where he can start early and anchor a run-heavy scheme. -
37. Mason Taylor – TE, LSU
Taylor is a well-rounded tight end with NFL bloodlines and a steady game. He’s a reliable chain-mover who runs clean routes, possesses soft hands, and consistently works into open zones. While not a vertical seam-stretcher, Taylor wins with timing, awareness, and toughness after the catch. He’s also a competitive in-line blocker with functional strength and leverage. With his versatility and polish, Taylor projects as a TE2 with eventual starter upside in a balanced offense. -
38. Trey Amos – CB, Ole Miss
Amos is a long-limbed press-man corner with smooth transitions and the recovery speed to stay in phase. His physicality at the line and ability to turn and run make him a strong candidate for boundary duties at the next level. While he’s still developing his ball skills and anticipation in zone, his traits and competitiveness are hard to miss. Amos has the ceiling of a CB2 who can match up with bigger receivers and make an impact in man-heavy schemes. -
39. Carson Schwesinger – LB, UCLA
Schwesinger is an instinctive, active linebacker who thrives flowing to the football and closing space. He reads keys quickly, navigates traffic efficiently, and finishes tackles with good form. While he’s not the biggest or fastest linebacker in the class, his processing and toughness make up for it. Schwesinger’s ability to contribute on all three downs and his natural leadership traits project him as a future starting MIKE or WILL linebacker in a zone-heavy NFL defense -
40. Shavon Revel – CB, East Carolina
Revel is a smooth, fluid corner with ideal size and the instincts to disrupt throws at the catch point. He displays impressive mirror-and-match ability in man coverage, while also thriving with his eyes forward in zone. Revel is confident, competitive, and doesn’t shy away from contact in run support. Medical concerns may affect his stock, but his tape suggests clear CB2 upside with starter traits in press-heavy schemes. He’s a sleeper who could rise quickly with a clean bill of health. -
41. Josh Conerly – OT, Oregon
Conerly is an athletic, flexible offensive tackle with the foot speed and body control to mirror elite pass rushers. He excels in space, reaching second-level defenders and handling wide rush angles with ease. While he still needs to add functional strength to anchor against power rushers, his natural movement skills are rare for his size. With proper development, Conerly has the upside of a long-term left tackle starter, offering high-end protection for offenses built on rhythm and timing. -
42. Nic Scourton – EDGE, Texas A&M
Scourton is a powerful, heavy-handed edge defender with the versatility to rush from multiple alignments. His initial strike jolts blockers backward, and he consistently sets a firm edge in the run game. While he’s not the most flexible rusher around the arc, his power-to-speed conversion and relentless motor make him disruptive. Scourton projects as a base end in a 4-3 or a 5-tech in a 3-4, with the upside to develop into a three-down starter if he refines his pass rush plan. -
43. Landon Jackson – EDGE, Arkansas
Jackson is a towering, long-armed pass rusher with surprising fluidity for his size. His length creates problems for tackles, and he’s flashed improved hand usage and timing as a pass rusher. He’s strong enough to hold the point against the run and can affect passing lanes with his frame. While not an elite bender, Jackson’s high floor as a rotational edge with starter potential makes him an attractive Day 2 prospect for teams needing size and power on the perimeter. -
44. Ben Morrison – CB, Notre Dame
Morrison is a ball-hawking corner with quick feet, elite anticipation, and sticky coverage skills. At Notre Dame, he excelled at reading routes, jumping throws, and creating turnovers. His instincts are some of the best in the class, though a recent injury history may cause some teams to pause. When healthy, Morrison has true CB1 traits with the versatility to thrive in both man and zone schemes. His competitive toughness and playmaking ability make him a potential steal if he stays healthy -
45. Aireontae Ersery – OT, Minnesota
Ersery is a massive, powerful offensive tackle who thrives in the run game and flashes strong anchoring ability in pass protection. His strength and grip power make him difficult to disengage from once he locks onto defenders. While he’s a bit heavy-footed against speed rushers, his frame, toughness, and physicality project well to right tackle at the next level. With improved footwork and pad level, Ersery could develop into a long-term starter, especially for teams prioritizing a physical, ground-and-pound offensive style. -
46. Kevin Winston – S, Penn State
Winston is a physical, rangy safety who can impact the game both in coverage and as a downhill enforcer. He has the speed to play deep middle and the size to roll into the box and contribute against the run. His instincts and ball skills are still developing, but his versatility is exactly what modern NFL defenses covet. Winston’s combination of athletic traits, toughness, and positional flexibility make him a strong candidate to become a long-term starting strong safety who can also match tight ends in man coverage. -
47. Kaleb Johnson – RB, Iowa
Johnson is a tough, straight-line runner with underrated burst and balance. He thrives running behind his pads, consistently falling forward and gaining tough yards. Johnson shows enough agility to make the first man miss and flashes solid hands in the passing game. Though he lacks elite top-end speed, his efficiency and physicality between the tackles make him a strong rotational or early-down back. Johnson profiles as a tone-setter in a committee backfield, capable of earning more if he polishes his pass protection -
48. Tate Ratledge – OG, Georgia
Ratledge is a rugged, fundamentally sound guard who brings physicality and polish to the interior. He excels in the run game, using leverage and torque to move defenders off the ball. In pass protection, he’s stout against bull rushes and rarely gets walked back. Ratledge may not have elite movement skills, but his toughness, experience against SEC defensive lines, and technical refinement make him a plug-and-play starting guard in a gap or power-heavy NFL scheme -
49. Shedeur Sanders – QB, Colorado
Sanders is a poised, accurate passer with excellent pocket awareness and a calm demeanor under pressure. His mechanics are crisp, and he consistently delivers throws with touch and timing. Though not an elite athlete, he can escape the pocket and extend plays when necessary. Sanders' leadership, intelligence, and production speak volumes, especially considering the pressure-filled environment at Colorado. With his mental processing and accuracy, he projects as a future NFL starter, particularly in a timing-based passing system. -
50. Jared Wilson – C, Georgia
Wilson is a smart, strong center who anchors Georgia’s offensive line with toughness and intelligence. He displays excellent awareness in identifying blitzes and stunts and consistently wins with hand placement and balance. Though he isn’t the most dynamic athlete, Wilson’s reliability in both the run and pass game makes him highly attractive to teams seeking stability at the pivot. He projects as a starting-caliber center with the flexibility to fill in at guard if needed, offering immediate depth with long-term starting upside.
2025 Big Board
1. Travis Hunter – WR/CB, Colorado
Hunter is the most unique talent in the draft. His ability to impact games as a true two-way player sets him apart, showing elite ball skills, athleticism, and instincts at both wide receiver and cornerback. His competitiveness, football IQ, and natural feel for the game make him a potential superstar. His rare versatility and playmaking ability in critical moments easily justify the No. 1 spot.
2. Ashton Jeanty – RB, Boise State
Jeanty is one of the most dynamic offensive weapons in the country. His burst, contact balance, and ability to create explosive plays make him more than just a traditional running back—he’s an offensive centerpiece. His vision, footwork, and reliable hands out of the backfield push him this high despite positional value concerns. Jeanty’s upside and versatility separate him from the pack.
3. Abdul Carter – EDGE, Penn State
Carter transitioned from linebacker to edge rusher and exploded. His freakish speed, power, and closing ability off the edge give him All-Pro upside. He’s still growing into his frame, but his relentless motor and pass rush instincts make him a top-tier defensive prospect. Carter ranks this high because he’s a tone-setter who can change games as a pass rusher.
4. Mason Graham – DT, Michigan
Graham is the most dominant defensive tackle in college football. His combination of strength, leverage, and hand usage makes him a nightmare for interior offensive linemen. Graham is an every-down player who can stop the run and collapse the pocket. His consistency, physical dominance, and motor at a premium position secure his place inside the top 5.
5. Will Campbell – OT, LSU
Campbell is a franchise-caliber left tackle prospect with rare polish for his age. He’s technically sound, powerful in the run game, and agile enough to handle top pass rushers. His footwork, anchor, and nastiness in finishing plays set him apart from most offensive tackles. As a long-term blindside protector, Campbell earns his top-5 status due to positional value and proven dominance in the SEC.
6. Tetairoa McMillan – WR, Arizona
McMillan is one of the most gifted receivers in the country. His size, ball tracking, and body control make him a nightmare in contested catch situations, but he’s also smooth and efficient as a route runner. He’s not just a deep-ball specialist — he can create separation with nuance and win at every level of the field. His blend of size, polish, and natural hands makes him one of the safest and most dangerous weapons in the draft, earning him a top-6 ranking.
7. Will Johnson – CB, Michigan
Johnson is everything teams want in a CB1. He has prototype size, excellent instincts, clean transitions, and physicality at the catch point. A true ballhawk with elite route recognition, he mirrors receivers with ease and excels in both man and zone coverage. Johnson’s consistency in high-leverage moments, leadership presence, and his proven performance against elite competition make him one of the top defenders on the board and an easy top-10 pick.
8. Walter Nolen – DT, Ole Miss
Nolen has elite traits for an interior defensive lineman: heavy hands, twitchy movement, and the strength to reset the line of scrimmage. His ceiling as a three-down disruptor makes him incredibly valuable, especially in today's NFL where interior pressure is prized. While he’s still ironing out his consistency, the flashes of dominance are too strong to ignore. His rare blend of size, explosion, and upside firmly places him inside the top 10.
9. Mike Green – EDGE, Marshall
Green is the biggest riser because of his jaw-dropping traits. At 6'5", 270 with long arms and freakish athleticism, he looks like a prototype NFL edge rusher. His motor runs hot, and he consistently shows up in both the pass and run games. Though he played at a smaller program, his raw tools, explosiveness, and violent hands project him as an eventual impact starter, giving him top-10 value in this class.
10. Malaki Starks – SAF, Georgia
Starks is a true eraser on the back end with the versatility to play deep, in the box, or even cover the slot. His speed, instincts, and ability to make game-changing plays in coverage or against the run set him apart from most safeties. Starks consistently flashes elite range and closing speed, helping control the middle of the field. His high floor, athleticism, and versatility earn him a well-deserved spot in the top 10
11. Tyler Warren – TE, Penn State
Warren is one of the most versatile tight ends in the class, with the ability to line up in-line, in the slot, or even out wide. His athleticism and body control make him a mismatch against linebackers and safeties, while his toughness shows up in the run game as a blocker. He has excellent hands and a natural feel for finding soft spots in coverage. Warren ranks just outside the top 10 because of his rare combination of size, movement skills, and play strength, projecting as a featured weapon in a creative offense.
12. Kelvin Banks Jr. – OT, Texas
Banks Jr. is a steady, technically advanced left tackle prospect who’s faced elite pass rushers and consistently won. His balance, hand placement, and quick feet allow him to mirror rushers in pass protection, while his power in the run game moves defenders off the ball. He’s not the flashiest prospect, but he’s one of the safest with Pro Bowl-level upside. Banks ranks here because of his consistency against top competition and his ability to be a day-one starter at a premium position.
13. Emeka Egbuka – WR, Ohio State
Egbuka is one of the smoothest route runners in the draft and projects as an instant impact slot or Z receiver. His hands are reliable, his after-catch ability is strong, and his versatility lets him line up all over the formation. Although injuries slowed his final season, his 2023 tape shows elite polish and play speed. His technical skillset and proven production at a powerhouse program make him a top-15 prospect, capable of becoming a quarterback’s best friend early in his career.
14. James Pearce Jr. – EDGE, Tennessee
Pearce is an explosive pass rusher with rare first-step quickness and bend. His ability to dip and flatten to the quarterback is elite, and his pass-rush toolkit is continuing to expand. Pearce flashes the ability to wreck games, even if he’s still developing consistency against the run. His natural traits are too rare to overlook, and his upside as a 10+ sack-per-year player locks him into a top-15 ranking.
15. Luther Burden – WR, Missouri
Burden is a dynamic playmaker who combines short-area quickness with home-run ability. He’s nearly unguardable in space and shows natural vision after the catch. His ability to separate quickly and turn routine plays into explosive gains makes him a defensive nightmare. Despite not being as physically dominant as some bigger receivers, his production and electricity with the ball in his hands earn him a solid top-15 spot. In the right system, he’ll be an instant star.
