Final 2020 NFL Draft Big Board

Below you will find the Final 2020 NFL Draft Big Board, complete with certain measurables and best fits among NFL Teams for each of the prospects. This should serve as a decent point of reference for the upcoming NFL Draft. Enjoy! *In parentheses, …

SEVENTH-ROUND GRADES

  1. Trevon Hill, EDGE, Miami (6’2” 7/8, 248 lbs, 4.89, 1.70) – Nice burst off the snap with ample bend to turn the corner on tackles and close on quarterbacks. Lacks the ideal length and strength to hold up against the run, but quick enough to shoot gaps and make plays in the backfield. Hand usage was inconsistent, but shows enough on tape to translate as a developmental pass rusher in the NFL. BEST FITS: Detroit, Atlanta, Jacksonville, Houston
  2. Kyle Murphy, G, Rhode Island (6’3” 2/8, 316 lbs, 5.30, 1.86) – Small-school guard with big-school upside. Calling card is his lateral agility and quick feet, which allow him to get to second level of defense. Proper coaching is needed, but there is legitimate potential for Murphy to have a long, successful NFL career. Redshirt season is likely. BEST FITS: Cleveland, New England, LA Rams, Tampa Bay
  3. Aaron Parker, WR, Rhode Island (6’1” 5/8, 209 lbs, 4.57, 1.63) – Physical receiver with excellent contested catch skills. Uses bigger frame very well to shield defenders. Solid hands through contact. Strong at the line and can beat the press with his physicality. Not overly nuanced with his route running, but has the potential to develop as an X. BEST FITS: New England, Philadelphia, Minnesota, Green Bay
  4. Benito Jones, DT, Mississippi (6’1”, 316 lbs, 5.26, 1.80) – Strong inside run-stuffer. Doesn’t offer much by way of explosion or as a pass-rusher. Early down defender that will have a role early on. BEST FITS: Tennessee, Carolina, Arizona
  5. Cameron Brown, LB, Penn St (6’5” 2/8, 233 lbs, 4.72, 1.70) – Solid athleticism that plays best in space. Long and athletic, Brown can get out and cover backs in the flat or drop into passing lanes. Not the strongest player, nor is he the soundest tackler, but Brown has a role in today’s NFL. Will start on special teams, but could find his way into sub-packages early on. BEST FITS: Las Vegas, Arizona, NY Giants, Cincinnati, New Orleans, Carolina
  6. Dane Jackson, CB, Pittsburgh (5’11” 5/8, 187 lbs, 4.57, 1.60) – Fierce competitor that has ample athleticism and feet to play in the slot. Willing to stick his nose in the play in run support. Doesn’t have great ball skills and can be a little too handsy with receivers. Needs to clean that up or he may not see the field too often. Special Teams will be his calling card, where he could make a huge impact early. BEST FITS: Dallas, New Orleans, Cincinnati, Arizona
  7. Geno Stone, S, Iowa (5’10” 3/8, 207 lbs, 4.62, 1.59) – Smart safety that projects best in zone coverage. Physical player that lacks the athleticism to drop into the slot and handle quicker receivers. Excellent coming forward in run support, but athletic limitations may make it hard for him to become an every-down player. Special Teamer early with a chance to see more of the field in certain schemes and packages. BEST FITS: Chicago, Atlanta, Carolina, NY Jets
  8. Nigel Warrior, S, Tennessee (6’0”, 197 lbs, no 40) – Versatile safety that can play all over. Has played deep, in the slot, in the box, and in man coverage. Won’t wow anyone, but definitely has some favorable attributes. Has been prone to taking poor angles and leaving plays on the field, but Warrior could certainly find his way on the field down the road. BEST FITS: Miami, Jacksonville, New Orleans, Arizona, Kansas City
  9. Jared Pinkney, TE, Vanderbilt (6’4”, 257 lbs, 4.96, 1.69) – A dreadful combine really hurt Pinkney’s stock. Once viewed as a potential day 2 pick, Pinkney demonstrated a lack of athleticism that will scare teams away. With his hands and ability to make contested catches, he should carve out a role as an in-line tight end. Solid blocker. BEST FITS: Kansas City, Tampa Bay, Seattle
  10. Stephen Guidry, WR, Mississippi St (6’3”, 201 lbs, 4.47, 1.57) – Guidry has a nice blend of size and speed for the position. Needs to add some weight to his thin frame, but there is some natural talent here. Hands have been up and down, but the catch radius is excellent. If he can refine his route running and win on intermediate routes, there is some long-term upside. BEST FITS: New Orleans, Atlanta, Houston, Arizona
  11. Jace Whittaker, CB, Arizona (5’10” 2/8, 189 lbs, no 40) – Versatile corner/safety hybrid that shows the smarts to handle either position, but may lack the necessary athleticism to thrive in the NFL. Fearless player that sticks his nose in to make plays, he probably transitions to a sub-package third safety role with Special Teams prowess. BEST FITS: Las Vegas, Denver, LA Rams, Buffalo
  12. Kamren Kurl, CB/S, Arkansas (6’1” 3/8, 206 lbs, 4.60, 1.59) – A bit of a corner/safety tweener, Kurl may be best suited as a box safety. Understands route concepts, but doesn’t have the requisite athleticism or speed to be a standout in deep coverage. Loves contact. May be able to press tight ends at the line with trail coverage. Will start on special teams, but may be able to make an impact as a third safety down the line. BEST FITS: New England, Detroit, Houston
  13. Jordan Mack, LB, Virginia (6’2” 6/8, 241 lbs, no 40) – Mack simply was around the ball at all times. He’s decisive and attacks the line of scrimmage. Dropping into coverage is not his specialty, likely limiting him to early-down duties, but his physicality and football IQ are evident. Special Teamer early on, but will see the field a bit as a rookie. BEST FITS: Pittsburgh, Baltimore, Houston
  14. Cameron Clark, G, Charlotte (6’4” 4/8, 308 lbs, 5.29, 1.81) – Clark played left tackle in college, but will kick inside as he transitions to the pros. Possesses long arms and quick feet for the position. Hand placement was erratic, leading to too many penalties. Should be better against inside rushers than the speed he faced on the edge. BEST FITS: Indianapolis, Philadelphia, Kansas City, Las Vegas, New England
  15. Devin Asiasi, TE, UCLA (6’3”, 257 lbs, 4.73, 1.62) – Solid all-around tight end. Does everything adequately, nothing overly flashy. Best trait is probably his after-catch ability, while he struggles in contested-catch situations. Moves fluidly around the field, but lacks the ideal size for the position, especially as a modest receiver and blocker. Best suited as a No. 2 or No. 3 tight end. BEST FITS: Tennessee, Washington, NY Jets, Atlanta
  16. Freddie Swain, WR, Florida (6’0” 2/8, 197 lbs, 4.46, 1.57) – Excellent burst and long speed, Swain relies more on athleticism than crafty route running to create separation. Hands are very reliable, meaning a long career out of the slot is possible. If he can refine his technique in and out of his breaks, Swain has a chance to make an impact. BEST FITS: Denver, Detroit, Tennessee, NY Giants
  17. Jaylinn Hawkins, S, California (6’0” 5/8, 208 lbs, no 40) – Instinct-based player that understand the game and takes proper angles. Not the most athletic guy, but simply finds his way to the right place at the right time more often than not. Not going to play single-high, but can function playing halves or quarters. Tackling has been an issue, but that is coachable. Special Teamer early with potential for more. BEST FITS: Dallas, Indianapolis, Tennessee, LA Rams
  18. James Proche, WR, SMU (5’10” 5/8, 204 lbs, no 40) – Proche is limited as an athlete, but has, perhaps, the best hands of any receiver in the draft. He doesn’t run the best routes, but will catch just about anything he can get his hands on. He has a lot of work to do in terms of understanding leverage on his underneath routes, but there is upside in the long run. BEST FITS: New Orleans, Minnesota, Chicago, Tennessee
  19. Austin Mack, WR, Ohio St (6’1” 4/8, 208 lbs, 4.59, 1.59) – Good size and strength for the position, Mack works the middle of the field well and isn’t afraid of contact. Finds holes in zones and has solid hands to keep the chains moving. Route running is solid, but lacks explosion and long speed to create a lot of separation against man coverage. Slot only receiver, but the right team can find snaps for him to contribute. BEST FITS: New Orleans, Carolina, New England, NY Jets, Cincinnati
  20. JJ Taylor, RB, Arizona (5’5” 2/8, 185 lbs, 4.61, 1.59) – Small back, but packs a punch. Seeks out contact and isn’t afraid to run over a defensive back. Quicker than fast, Taylor can make plays in space but doesn’t showcase the breakaway speed one would hope for in a back at his size. Likely unable to handle more than 8-10 touches per game at the next level due to size limitations. Pass protection will definitely be an issue. BEST FITS: LA Rams, Dallas, Philadelphia, New Orleans
  21. Cole McDonald, QB, Hawaii (6’3” 1/8, 215 lbs, 4.58, 1.60) – Prototypical size for an NFL quarterback. Big armed and athletic. Fearless. Really needs to get better with his accuracy and his reads. Wasn’t asked to get through progressions too often. Relied on the play call and scheme more than his own reads. Will certainly be a practice squad player for a year or two. Intriguing upside for a late round flyer. BEST FITS: Green Bay, Tampa Bay, New Orleans, Detroit, Tennessee
  22. Nate Stanley, QB, Iowa (6’3” 6/8, 235 lbs, 4.81, 1.69) – Decent athlete within the pocket, but nobody will mistake for a runner. Decent thrower of the football, though his accuracy can be loose. A leader and a winner. Took care of the football, perhaps a little too often. Was unwilling to make the tight window throws needed to be successful at the next level. High floor, low ceiling type of prospect. BEST FITS: New England, NY Jets, LA Rams, Tennessee
  23. Kalija Lipscomb, WR, Vanderbilt (5’11” 7/8, 207 lbs, 4.57, 1.61) – Smart receiver that runs solid routes. Not overly dynamic, either with long speed or short-area quickness, but understands the nuances of route running and creates enough separation to win in the slot. Excellent hands. Special Teams contributions will be required to stick. BEST FITS: Arizona, Las Vegas, Denver, LA Chargers
  24. Jared Hilbers, G, Washington (6’6” 3/8, 310 lbs, no 40) – A tweener at tackle or guard, Hilbers has the feet necessary to stick at tackle, but lacks the length of a prototypical tackle. Short arms probably kick him inside at the next level. He anchors well, but rarely delivers the first punch, making him susceptible to power. A redshirt season is a definite. BEST FITS: San Francisco, NY Giants, Houston, Arizona
  25. DJ Wonnum, EDGE, South Carolina (6’4” 5/8, 258 lbs, 4.73, 1.70) – While a sufficient athlete, Wonnum won’t wow anyone with any particular traits. Hasn’t displayed sound technique as a pass rusher or as a run defender. Hand placement was poor, often times being overpowered at point of contact. Needs to work on punch. Developmental player with a chance to stick around as a sub-package pass rusher. BEST FITS: Green Bay, Indianapolis, Cleveland, Kansas City
  26. Trevis Gipson, EDGE, Tulsa (6’3” 3/8, 261 lbs, 4.69, 1.63) – Impressive combine put Gipson back on the map as a potential impact sub-package edge rusher. Burst is clear, but often fails to win at first contact, despite not playing in a power-5 conference. Can be susceptible to long-armed pass protectors, even though Gipson, himself, has the length needed to win in this aspect. Potential to make an impact early, though the transition to the next level will leave Gipson lacking for early playing time. BEST FITS: New England, San Franisco, Arizona, Atlanta
  27. Garrett Marino, DT, UAB (6’1” 5/8, 288 lbs, 5.00, 1.75) – Another inside pass rusher. Marino won’t offer much on early downs due to lack of foundational strength, but has a nice burst and technique to generate pressure. BEST FITS: Philadelphia, Atlanta, Jacksonville, Detroit
  28. Michael Divinity Jr, LB, LSU (6’1” 5/8, 242 lbs, 4.85, 1.76) – Not quite the athlete one wants in a linebacker, but he brings toughness and tackling ability to the table. Long arms allow him to shield blockers and continue on his path to the football. Solid blitzer. Definitely an early down player only, but could carve out a nice career in that role. BEST FITS: Arizona, NY Jets, LA Chargers
  29. John Reid, CB, Penn St (5’10” 3/8, 187 lbs, 4.49, 1.59) – Very smooth with his feet and hips. Reid can shadow receivers at a well above average rate. Smaller corner, without the length that will help him with jams at the line. Also limited in high-point situations. Recognizes plays well, allowing him to succeed in zone coverage. If he can add some “good weight” without reducing his athleticism, Reid has a chance to become a starter, or at least a solid nickel, down the line. BEST FITS: Washington, Indianapolis, Carolina, Atlanta, LA Chargers
  30. Kindle Vildor, CB, Georgia Southern (5’9” 7/8, 191 lbs, 4.44, 1.60) – Athletic slot corner with nice feet. Aggressive player, unafraid of jamming receivers. Trusts his athleticism to make up for mistakes. Play diagnosis is solid, making him a good fit in a zone scheme. Needs to improve tackling in run support and break down better when chasing pass catcher. Man cover skills are a work in progress, but there are solid foundational traits to coach. BEST FITS: LA Chargers, San Francisco, Kansas City, Washington, Carolina
  31. Myles Dorn, S, North Carolina (6’1” 2/8, 211 lbs, no 40) – Football IQ is very solid. Reads and reacts well. But, lack of athleticism is very concerning and may keep him as a Special Teams only contributor. Not fluid in hips, keeping him around the box, if he does get on field. Bulking up and transitioning to linebacker isn’t out of the question. BEST FITS: Jacksonville, Cincinnati, Baltimore, Tampa Bay
  32. Joe Gaziano, EDGE, Northwestern (6’4” 2/8, 282 lbs, 5.07, 1.68) – Extremely limited athletic profile likely limits him to a scheme-specific role. 3-4 teams could deploy him as a 5-technique, holding up well against the run, coming off the field on passing downs. Sound technically, Gaziano could push for early playing time, but there isn’t much of a ceiling. BEST FITS: Baltimore, San Francisco, Pittsburgh
  33. Alex Taylor, OT, South Carolina St (6’8” 3/8, 308 lbs, 5.09, 1.79) – Length and athleticism are evident on tape. Strength is lacking at this point, but frame is there to add “good weight” without sacrificing much by way of mobility. Needs to work on getting lower in pass protection, can be beaten on rip moves and with power. Definitely a redshirt candidate, but traits are there for Taylor to be a starter down the line. BEST FITS: New England, Kansas City, Arizona, Detroit
  34. Dalton Keene, TE, Virginia Tech (6’4” 1/8, 253 lbs, 4.71, 1.62) – Keene’s lack of production is a little alarming, but his lack of usage explains why. He is a capable blocker, has sufficient athleticism, and runs decent routes. He is a project, for sure, but there is something here. I could be criminally underrating him. BEST FITS: New England, Tennessee, Dallas, Chicago
  35. Kendrick Rogers, WR, Texas A&M (6’4” 2/8, 208 lbs, 4.51, 1.59) – Very good speed for a larger receiver. Rogers has a thin frame that could stand to add some weight to become more physical off the line and at the top of his routes. Good ball skills and catch radius means he could eventually become a solid X receiver with red zone chops. He just has to hit the weight room and not be thrown off his line quite as easily. Definitely worth stashing on a practice squad. BEST FITS: Las Vegas, Seattle, Arizona, Cleveland, NY Giants
  36. Sewo Olonilua, RB, TCU (6’2” 5/8, 232 lbs, 4.66, 1.62) – Another short-yardage hammer, Olonilua doesn’t have the change-of-direction skills to fit in anything other than a power scheme. Takes a few steps to get moving, but tough to bring down once he gets going. Delivers the blow to defenders and will excel around the goal line. Not much of a receiving weapon. BEST FITS: Pittsburgh, Buffalo, Miami
  37. Bryce Perkins, QB, Virginia (6’1” 6/8, 214 lbs, no 40) – A “dual-threat” guy that is a little above average as a natural passer and athlete. Didn’t demonstrate consistent ability to read defenses and find the open target. Accuracy was hit or miss, with miss occurring far too often. For a mobile quarterback, doesn’t throw well on the run. There are some developmental traits here, but the best place for him will be the practice squad while he irons out the kinks. BEST FITS: San Francisco, Atlanta, Washington
  38. Jake Hanson, C, Oregon (6’4” 3/8, 303 lbs, 5.50, 1.93) – Poor testing will limit the interest in the Oregon standout. Teams thought he would fit best in a zone scheme getting out in front of ball carriers, but his split of 1.93 is concerning. He doesn’t have the foundational strength to fit in a power-based scheme, but the athletic numbers don’t bode well for a zone-scheme either. Still, he fared well enough against PAC-12 competition to think there is upside. BEST FITS: San Francisco, Atlanta, Denver
  39. Oluwole Betiku Jr, EDGE, Illinois (6’3”, 250 lbs, 4.69, 1.60) – Developmental pass rusher that will spend a year or two on a practice squad. Betiku has some workable traits, including solid burst and agility that could lead to a career as a situational pass rusher. Unlikely to ever develop into a true three-down player, but there is something to work with. BEST FITS: Baltimore, Minnesota, Jacksonville, Tampa Bay, Philadelphia
  40. TJ Brunson, LB, South Carolina (6’0” 4/8, 219 lbs, no 40) – Despite his lack of size, Brunson is as fearless as they come. Never shies away from contact. Not as athletic as one would expect at his size, which limits his upside. Team captain that rallies troops. Could be a special teams star. BEST FITS: Dallas, Detroit, LA Chargers, Kansas City
  41. Thakarius Keyes, CB, Tulane (6’0” 7/8, 202 lbs, no 40) – Perimeter corner with solid size and length. Decent change of direction ability provides some hope of developing into a rotational corner, if not a starter. Willing and able tackler in run support. Ball skills were not good, with only 2 career interceptions across 40 games. Must get stronger in his jam. BEST FITS: New Orleans, New England Carolina, Baltimore, LA Chargers, Detroit
  42. Parnell Motley, CB, Oklahoma (6’0”, 183 lbs, 4.49, 1.62) – Measurements are very solid for a player of his size. Must fill out his thin frame and get stronger for his jams to be effective. Ball skills are lacking, which could lead to a lot of penalties at the next level. Confident player, trusting himself to take on challenges. A little too aggressive at times, especially in run support, leading to missed tackles and poor form. There is something here, and some proper coaching could lead to playing time as soon as Year 2. BEST FITS: Carolina, Miami, LA Rams, Seattle
  43. Jordan Fuller, S, Ohio St (6’1” 7/8, 203 lbs, 4.67, 1.64) – Looks the part of an NFL safety with his size, but doesn’t have the full plethora of physical traits you want. Reads the game well, but lacks the burst to close on the ball. Tackling has been just “ok,” but he’s willing and able. Plays with leverage and strength, which will help him in his Special Teams role. BEST FITS: Dallas, NY Giants, Miami, Carolina
  44. Chris Williamson, CB, Minnesota (5’11” 5/8, 199 lbs, no 40) – Technique wasn’t ideal throughout his collegiate career, but there are enough traits that he can transition into a full-time slot role. Physical player that loves contact. Adequate quickness to handle quick slot receivers. A leader that coaches will love. BEST FITS: Philadelphia, New England, Baltimore
  45. Tyler Huntley, QB, Utah (6’0” 5/8, 196 lbs, no 40) – Undersized for a prototypical NFL quarterback. But Huntley does not play the role of a pocket-passer. He’s looking to make plays with his legs, perhaps to a fault. Doesn’t go through progressions. If primary is covered, his secondary tendency is to take off. At sub-200 pounds, he will need to get stronger to absorb those hits. The film and weight rooms will be his best friends while he is on a practice squad. BEST FITS: Baltimore, Houston, Arizona
  46. Joe Reed, WR, Virginia (6’0” 4/8, 224 lbs, 4.47, 1.59) – Not the tallest receiver, but very well put together. Good speed for the position, showcasing the ability to get behind defenders. Doesn’t understand route-running nuances, and acceleration is only average. Tough to bring down once the ball is in his hands, but not shifty enough to set up a lot of screens for. Physical player should offer help in red zone and in run blocking. Might profile best in the slot where he can get physical and beat seam defenders. BEST FITS: Philadelphia, NY Jets, NY Giants, Indianapolis, Green Bay
  47. Brian Cole, S, Mississippi St (6’1” 6/8, 213 lbs, 4.52, 1.60) – Very good functional athleticism for a player of his size. Coverage skills are lacking at the moment, but there are coachable traits. Loves to come forward and bring the thunder, making him an ideal Special Teams contributor. BEST FITS: Minnesota, Arizona, LA Chargers, Pittsburgh
  48. Grayland Arnold, CB, Baylor (5’9” 1/8, 186 lbs, 4.59, 1.63) – Slot corner only with decent feet and change of direction skills. Excellent ball skills that is always looking to make plays. Lack of size and length are an issue and may be the reason he goes undrafted. Doesn’t have elite speed and tackling has been inconsistent. Sub-package defender at best, special teams only at worst. Some punt return chops. BEST FITS: Denver, NY Giants, Philadelphia, Cleveland
  49. Keith Ismael, C, San Diego St (6’2” 7/8, 309 lbs, 5.34, 1.81) – Smart football player that relies on technique and positioning more than physical strength. Mobile player with the ability to pull and get out in front of ball carriers. Must get stronger in his anchor before he can be relied upon. Redshirt candidate in year 1 with long-term starter upside. BEST FITS: Dallas, San Francisco, Kansas City
  50. Tyre Phillips, G, Mississippi St (6’5”, 340 lbs, no 40) – Phillips’ game is all about power and reach. He has the arm length to handle edge rushers and keep them off balance, but he’s best suited to kick inside and play guard and utilize his premier strength to create lanes. A pure developmental prospect, Phillips will find his way on a practice squad early as he cleans up his technique. BEST FITS: Dallas, Houston, New England
  51. Kyahva Tezino, LB, San Diego St (6’0” 235 lbs, no 40) – Average athlete that gets by on football smarts. Will make his living early on playing special teams, possibly mixing in on early downs in run support. Can be exposed dropping into coverage, which limits his upside. BEST FITS: Washington, Atlanta, Arizona, LA Chargers

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