The NFL Draft’s Round 1 saw many top prospects not selected, some of whom were surprised by the outcome. However, Rounds 2 and 3 on Friday provide another opportunity for these players to find a team. Nate Tice’s Top 100 big board of draft prospects and analysis identifies the best available players by position. Among the quarterback prospects, Trey stands out as a potential replacement for a team looking for a future starter. In the wide receiver category, Mitchell, McConkey, Polk, Franklin, McMillan, Wilson, and Corley are highlighted for their various skills and potential roles within different offenses.
For running backs, prospects like Benson, Estime, Brooks, Allen, Corum, Irving, and Lloyd are noted for their different strengths such as vision, hands, balance, and running styles. Offensive linemen like Suamataia, Powers-Johnson, Haynes, Paul, Frazier, Beebe, Puni, Amegadjie, Mahogany, Van Pran, Fisher, Rosengarten, Adams, and Zinter are highlighted for their skills in pass protection and run blocking. Tight end prospects Johnson, Sanders, Barner, Wiley, Stover, and Sinnott offer a mix of blocking ability and receiving skills, with Johnson being able to stretch the field as a pass catcher.
On the defensive side, prospects like Newton, Sweat, Hall Jr., Kneeland, Dorlus, Trice, Braswell, Jenkins, Booker, Orhorhoro, Smith, Fiske, Isaac, and Elliss showcase various skills in pass rushing, run defense, and versatility along the defensive line. Linebackers like Colson, Cooper, Gray, Eichenberg, and Wilson are noted for their strengths in coverage, tackling, and athletic ability. Defensive backs DeJean, McKinstry, Lassiter, Rakestraw Jr., Mustapha, Nubin, Tampa, Bishop, Bullock, Sainristil, Melton, and Kinchens offer a mix of skills in coverage, tackling, and versatility in different defensive schemes.
Overall, the draft prospects highlighted across different positions possess a range of abilities and potential roles within NFL teams. As the draft moves into its later rounds, these players will have another opportunity to showcase their skills and find a team that values what they bring to the table. Whether it’s a quarterback looking to develop for the future, a receiver with explosive play potential, or a defensive lineman with pass-rushing ability, each prospect has something unique to offer and can make an impact in the NFL given the right opportunity.
