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On the Clock: 2023 RCF Mock Draft - Pick Thread
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The Raiders select:
Rejzohn Wright is a former 3-star recruit who lettered in football and basketball. He began his career at Laney Junior College for the 2018 and 2019 seasons. Afterward, he transferred to Oregon State in 2020 and became the starting cornerback for the next two seasons. Playing football and cornerback is clearly in the Wright family gene pool. His older brother and former Beaver, Nahshon Wright, plays cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys. Also, his cousin Alton Julian is a defensive back for Oregon State.
Wright is a competitive cornerback. He plays with a swag and energy that you love. In man coverage, he matches up best with the bigger body/congested catch wide receivers. As a taller cornerback, he understands how to use his arm’s length to jam receivers. His press-man success is predicated on physical time disruption. Wright’s reps versus USC wideout Jordan Addison were outstanding. He used a variety of techniques including, bump-n-run, off-man, and catch techniques. He showcased patience and trust in his technique to mirror Addison. He presents a difficult task to layer passes over the top of his head in coverage. Between his leaping ability, size/build, and arm length, Wright can interfere with QBs passing windows. In zone coverage, Wright is at his best. Using the bail technique in Cover 3, he can protect deep thirds and the sideline. By alignment and coverage drop, he obtains outside leverage immediately. He has shown the burst to click and close on routes in front of him.
Wright suffers from natural disadvantages due to his height. He is a high-hipped and long-legged defender. There are some labored transitions on tape. He lacks the foot quickness to play heavy doses of tight-man coverage at the next level. Quick-footed and twitchy receivers can attack and force his gate (hips) to open before he is comfortable or ready to. This can result in speeding up his process and put him in disadvantaged positions. He will get grabby in-man coverage on routes challenging his COD skills. His run support leaves much to be desired. Wright is not a physically imposing tackler and does not attack downhill with premium enthusiasm.
Wright projects as a Cover 3 cornerback that can play match-man principles. His physical profile and presence in the red zone can deter those patented fade routes and 50/50 contested-catch attempts. The combination of his frame and arm length allows him to match up with detached tight ends. Wright can step as a CB3 or depth piece early on. There is some value in special teams as he finds his footing. He has the potential to become a CB2 at the next level.
Top Reasons to Buy In:
Height: 6′ 2”
Weight: 193 lbs
Arm Length: 32 1/2”
Hand Size: 9 5/8”
Athletic Testing (TBD):
40-yard Dash: TBD
Vertical Jump: TBD
Broad Jump: TBD
Short-Shuttle: TBD
Three-Cone: TBD
Bench Reps: TBD
Ideal Role: Outside/boundary cornerback
Scheme Fit: Scheme versatile, Cover 3 preferred
TDN Consensus Grade: 75.00/100 (Third-Round Value)
Tampa and @SuperSurge are up.
Rejzohn Wright, CB, Oregon State Beavers
Rejzohn Wright is a former 3-star recruit who lettered in football and basketball. He began his career at Laney Junior College for the 2018 and 2019 seasons. Afterward, he transferred to Oregon State in 2020 and became the starting cornerback for the next two seasons. Playing football and cornerback is clearly in the Wright family gene pool. His older brother and former Beaver, Nahshon Wright, plays cornerback for the Dallas Cowboys. Also, his cousin Alton Julian is a defensive back for Oregon State.
Wright is a competitive cornerback. He plays with a swag and energy that you love. In man coverage, he matches up best with the bigger body/congested catch wide receivers. As a taller cornerback, he understands how to use his arm’s length to jam receivers. His press-man success is predicated on physical time disruption. Wright’s reps versus USC wideout Jordan Addison were outstanding. He used a variety of techniques including, bump-n-run, off-man, and catch techniques. He showcased patience and trust in his technique to mirror Addison. He presents a difficult task to layer passes over the top of his head in coverage. Between his leaping ability, size/build, and arm length, Wright can interfere with QBs passing windows. In zone coverage, Wright is at his best. Using the bail technique in Cover 3, he can protect deep thirds and the sideline. By alignment and coverage drop, he obtains outside leverage immediately. He has shown the burst to click and close on routes in front of him.
Wright suffers from natural disadvantages due to his height. He is a high-hipped and long-legged defender. There are some labored transitions on tape. He lacks the foot quickness to play heavy doses of tight-man coverage at the next level. Quick-footed and twitchy receivers can attack and force his gate (hips) to open before he is comfortable or ready to. This can result in speeding up his process and put him in disadvantaged positions. He will get grabby in-man coverage on routes challenging his COD skills. His run support leaves much to be desired. Wright is not a physically imposing tackler and does not attack downhill with premium enthusiasm.
Wright projects as a Cover 3 cornerback that can play match-man principles. His physical profile and presence in the red zone can deter those patented fade routes and 50/50 contested-catch attempts. The combination of his frame and arm length allows him to match up with detached tight ends. Wright can step as a CB3 or depth piece early on. There is some value in special teams as he finds his footing. He has the potential to become a CB2 at the next level.
Top Reasons to Buy In:
- Coverage instincts
- Competitiveness
- Developmental upside
- Missed tackles
- Long speed
- Ball production
Height: 6′ 2”
Weight: 193 lbs
Arm Length: 32 1/2”
Hand Size: 9 5/8”
Athletic Testing (TBD):
40-yard Dash: TBD
Vertical Jump: TBD
Broad Jump: TBD
Short-Shuttle: TBD
Three-Cone: TBD
Bench Reps: TBD
Ideal Role: Outside/boundary cornerback
Scheme Fit: Scheme versatile, Cover 3 preferred
TDN Consensus Grade: 75.00/100 (Third-Round Value)
- Parson Grade: 75.00/100
Tampa and @SuperSurge are up.
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It seems like this activity has been abandoned. Nevertheless, I want to name my final pick.
Dallas Cowboys select Cam Jones, LB, Indiana
Top Reasons to Buy In:
Height: 6′ 1”
Weight: 226 lbs
Arm Length: 31 1/4”
Hand Size: 9 1/2”
Athletic Testing (NFL Combine):
40-yard Dash: 4.69s
Vertical Jump: 33”
Broad Jump: TBD
Short-Shuttle: TBD
Three-Cone: TBD
Bench Reps: 17 reps
Ideal Role: MIKE linebacker
Scheme Fit: Even front, gap control scheme
Prospect Comparison: Discount Nick Bolton
Dallas Cowboys select Cam Jones, LB, Indiana
Top Reasons to Buy In:
- Explosive tackler in the box
- NFL frame to play MIKE linebacker
- Effective range in run support
- Renowned for leadership qualities
- Missed majority of second half of 2022 with foot injury
- Still developing instincts as a stack linebacker
- Limited resume on passing downs
Height: 6′ 1”
Weight: 226 lbs
Arm Length: 31 1/4”
Hand Size: 9 1/2”
Athletic Testing (NFL Combine):
40-yard Dash: 4.69s
Vertical Jump: 33”
Broad Jump: TBD
Short-Shuttle: TBD
Three-Cone: TBD
Bench Reps: 17 reps
Ideal Role: MIKE linebacker
Scheme Fit: Even front, gap control scheme
Prospect Comparison: Discount Nick Bolton
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I guess I'll finish off the draft.. The LA Rams select
Jon Gaines G/C, UCLA
Weight: 303 pounds
Arms: 33 5/8 inches
Hands: 10 1/8 inches
40-Yard Dash: 5.01 seconds
Gaines posted elites scores at the combine and his RAS reflects that.
Gaines is an athletic interior offensive lineman that proved he’s capable of playing multiple positions in the trenches. He has experience playing right guard, center, and right tackle, accumulating 30 starts in the PAC-12. Having versatile offensive linemen that can provide depth is invaluable in the NFL and Gaines could develop into a starter with time.
During his time at UCLA, Gaines showed that he was capable of making the calls in the interior and he’s efficient in a zone-running scheme. Even though he needs to improve in pass protection and his strength at the next level, Gaines would be a solid depth piece for the Rams
Lance Zierlien, NFL.com: "Move-blocking guard whose athleticism doesn’t guarantee consistent body control or balance in his play. Gaines is highly intelligent with a clear understanding of his duties on every snap. His hand placement can be a little sloppy, which diminishes his block sustain in the run game. While Gaines moves well as a run blocker, he struggles to stay under control and in front of opponents while mirroring. Gaines has the mental makeup coaches will like, but he needs to upgrade his protection technique and improve his core strength. He has backup guard/center potential."
Tommy Garrett, Pro Football Network: "Gaines is a nice-sized offensive lineman with growth potential who turned in an outstanding Combine workout. He displays that athleticism on the field, yet he needs to refine his game. He offers possibilities as both a zone blocker and power-gap lineman. If Gaines continues to develop, he could be a starting guard a year or two down the road."
Brandon Thorn, Bleacher Report: "Overall, Gaines is a very athletic, effective move blocker who can track, connect and steer smaller targets away from rush lanes and stay in front of speed moves in pass-protection, but his narrow, angular build and upright playing style with mediocre power make it difficult for him to hold the point and control bigger, hulking defensive linemen. Gaines is a worthy end-of-the-draft flier or priority free agent to add as competition at center."
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Jon Gaines G/C, UCLA
Measurements
Height: 6-foot-4Weight: 303 pounds
Arms: 33 5/8 inches
Hands: 10 1/8 inches
40-Yard Dash: 5.01 seconds
Gaines posted elites scores at the combine and his RAS reflects that.
Gaines is an athletic interior offensive lineman that proved he’s capable of playing multiple positions in the trenches. He has experience playing right guard, center, and right tackle, accumulating 30 starts in the PAC-12. Having versatile offensive linemen that can provide depth is invaluable in the NFL and Gaines could develop into a starter with time.
During his time at UCLA, Gaines showed that he was capable of making the calls in the interior and he’s efficient in a zone-running scheme. Even though he needs to improve in pass protection and his strength at the next level, Gaines would be a solid depth piece for the Rams
What The Experts Are Saying
Dane Brugler, The Athletic: "Gaines is a rangy run blocker with the big-man fluidity to execute both short and long pulls. He is quick in his setup as a pass blocker to position himself against defenders, but his hands tend to wander, and his lunges create softened edges. Overall, Gaines’ inconsistent technique is a gateway to strength and balance breakdowns midrep, but his length, foot quickness and mental capacity give him intriguing upside. His position-versatile experience should help him find an NFL home as an interior backup.Lance Zierlien, NFL.com: "Move-blocking guard whose athleticism doesn’t guarantee consistent body control or balance in his play. Gaines is highly intelligent with a clear understanding of his duties on every snap. His hand placement can be a little sloppy, which diminishes his block sustain in the run game. While Gaines moves well as a run blocker, he struggles to stay under control and in front of opponents while mirroring. Gaines has the mental makeup coaches will like, but he needs to upgrade his protection technique and improve his core strength. He has backup guard/center potential."
Tommy Garrett, Pro Football Network: "Gaines is a nice-sized offensive lineman with growth potential who turned in an outstanding Combine workout. He displays that athleticism on the field, yet he needs to refine his game. He offers possibilities as both a zone blocker and power-gap lineman. If Gaines continues to develop, he could be a starting guard a year or two down the road."
Brandon Thorn, Bleacher Report: "Overall, Gaines is a very athletic, effective move blocker who can track, connect and steer smaller targets away from rush lanes and stay in front of speed moves in pass-protection, but his narrow, angular build and upright playing style with mediocre power make it difficult for him to hold the point and control bigger, hulking defensive linemen. Gaines is a worthy end-of-the-draft flier or priority free agent to add as competition at center."
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Viliami Fehoko
EDGE, San Jose State
Junior
6'4"
263lbs
Prospect Summary:
Viliami Fehoko NFL Draft Scouting Report
EDGE, San Jose State Spartans
Football and athleticism run in Villiami Fehoko’s family. Fehoko is the second cousin of Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Vita Vea. In addition to playing football, Fehoko was member of the East Palo Alto Razorbacks rugby club. He developed into a multi-year starter for the Spartans’ defense.
Fehoko plays with a hot motor—he does not stop attacking offensive linemen. Whether versus the run or pass, he plays with a relentless mindset. His hands are and remain active during reps with multiple punches thrown. I appreciate the play strength and physicality he plays with at the point of attack in the run game. He has the physical strength to anchor, stack, and shed blocks on the edges. Fehoko has an understanding of the different run-blocking concepts and how to win against them. He does a good job with his hands defeating zone blocks to remain clean and upright as he flows with the football.
As a pass rusher, his productivity has increased over the last three seasons. Fehoko has multiple hand counters and moves to win. He has an understanding of not overrunning the play and getting out of the quarterback’s reach on outside rushers. Instead, he retraces his steps or spins back inside to catch the quarterback as he attempts to step up in the pocket. There are flashes of a two/double-handed swipe to reduce the hitting surface for the offensive lineman and knock their hands down altogether.
Fehoko does not have an explosive or quick first step to own the vertical outside path. Snap timing will be important for his success. I can envision NFL offensive tackles short/quick-setting him to eliminate any build-up speed he will need to win the outside arc. I did not see a flexible bend off the edge to corner steep angles. This puts more onus on his hand-fighting skills to win quickly. He is not a twitchy mover that strings together pass-rush moves to stress his opponents.
Overall, Viliami Fehoko is a well-experienced and disruptive edge defender. He has the versatility to play from different alignments. I project him as a rotational defender with the ability to play versus the pass and run.
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Viliami Fehoko
EDGE, San Jose State
Junior
6'4"
263lbs
Prospect Summary:
Viliami Fehoko NFL Draft Scouting Report
EDGE, San Jose State Spartans
Football and athleticism run in Villiami Fehoko’s family. Fehoko is the second cousin of Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Vita Vea. In addition to playing football, Fehoko was member of the East Palo Alto Razorbacks rugby club. He developed into a multi-year starter for the Spartans’ defense.
Fehoko plays with a hot motor—he does not stop attacking offensive linemen. Whether versus the run or pass, he plays with a relentless mindset. His hands are and remain active during reps with multiple punches thrown. I appreciate the play strength and physicality he plays with at the point of attack in the run game. He has the physical strength to anchor, stack, and shed blocks on the edges. Fehoko has an understanding of the different run-blocking concepts and how to win against them. He does a good job with his hands defeating zone blocks to remain clean and upright as he flows with the football.
As a pass rusher, his productivity has increased over the last three seasons. Fehoko has multiple hand counters and moves to win. He has an understanding of not overrunning the play and getting out of the quarterback’s reach on outside rushers. Instead, he retraces his steps or spins back inside to catch the quarterback as he attempts to step up in the pocket. There are flashes of a two/double-handed swipe to reduce the hitting surface for the offensive lineman and knock their hands down altogether.
Fehoko does not have an explosive or quick first step to own the vertical outside path. Snap timing will be important for his success. I can envision NFL offensive tackles short/quick-setting him to eliminate any build-up speed he will need to win the outside arc. I did not see a flexible bend off the edge to corner steep angles. This puts more onus on his hand-fighting skills to win quickly. He is not a twitchy mover that strings together pass-rush moves to stress his opponents.
Overall, Viliami Fehoko is a well-experienced and disruptive edge defender. He has the versatility to play from different alignments. I project him as a rotational defender with the ability to play versus the pass and run.
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I think 4 rounds might be good next year. Lost a lot of steam during round 5.
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