On The Clock: 2020 RCF NFL Mock Draft

[G00seY3]

With the 73rd pick in the 2020 RCF NFL Mock Draft... The Jacksonville Jaguars select Julian Okwara, EDGE, Notre Dame.



Height - 6'4", Weight - 252 lbs, Arms - 34 3/8, Hands - 10 1/4, Bench Press - 27

Pro Comp - Lance Johnstone

After trading away Calais Campbell earlier this offseason and Yannick Ngakoue earlier this, the Jaguars have a clear near at DE across from Josh Allen. After making a couple of offensive acquisitions, the Jaguars wanted to start adding to their young defense.


Julian is the brother of former Notre Dame and current Detroit Lions defensive end Romeo Okwara. They moved from Nigeria to the U.S. with their family when Julian was eight years old. The younger Okwara was a top-250 prospect nationally and first-team All-Charlotte pick as a senior before joining Romeo in South Bend. Julian played in 11 games (four tackles) as a reserve in 2016, joining eight other true freshmen in contributing heavily for the Irish. Okwara played in 12 games as a reserve in 2017 (17 tackles, 4.5 for loss, 2.5 sacks). He then started the final 12 contests of the 2018 season, leading the team with 12.5 tackles for loss and tying for first with eight sacks among his 38 total stops in 13 appearances. Okwara started the first nine games of 2019 (18 tackles, six for loss, four sacks, two forced fumbles, one blocked kick) but suffered a broken left fibula against Duke to end his senior season.

The lanky edge rusher followed up an impressive 2018 with a slightly disappointing senior season that saw a drop in production and ended prematurely due to a broken leg. One look at his NFL brother (Romeo Okwara, Lions) should tell teams to project Julian as a bigger, stronger player with time. He has build-up speed up around the edge and carries an impressive closing burst to seal the deal, but he's in desperate need of a rush counter to keep tackles guessing. He hasn't shown a consistent ability to play the run, so his NFL success could generate a thumbs up or down based primarily on his ability to cause havoc as a rusher.


Pros

• Long-limbed and athletic
• Frame should carry additional mass and strength with time
• Finds recovery balance to re-engage when beaten early at point of attack
• Initial hands are thrown with good accuracy
• Saw 33 percent of his tackles go for a loss
• Possesses NFL-quality range and pursuit speed
• Long strides gain early ground on tackles as edge rusher
• Runs the arc with good acceleration to turn and flatten
• Plus closing burst
• Uses stab-and-charge to long-arm tackles back into pocket as bull-rusher
• Capable of dropping to cover

Cons

• Plays upright and is too easily taken out of run game
• Bullied at point of attack by Michigan
• Lacks tools to sink, extend and anchor as edge-setter
• Slow diagnosis gives early lead to move blockers
• Leggy and sluggish when changing direction
• Below-average finisher with low career production as tackler
• Straight-legged rush leaves less room for error
• Unable to drive through redirect blocks with lower half
• Needs to develop a go-to rush counter
• Below-average hand strength hurts success rate to soften blocker's edge

Overall, Julian Okwara projects to be an above-average pass rusher with some liability in the run game. While the broken left fibula does raise some question marks, it is a not a debilitating injury that will sap any of his athleticism. His athleticism mixed with his non-stop motor, will make him at least solid rotational player. With proper coaching he can improve his tackling form and IQ in the run game and be an every down DE in the NFL. Julian might be slow out of the gate, but if he can reach his potential him and Josh Allen will be a dangerous duo on the EDGE.

After 3 rounds Jacksonville has gotten
Jerry Jeudy
CJ Henderson
Trent Williams
Julian Okwara

On the clock... @SixPACK

 

[Out of the Rafters at the Q]

Washington FC continues to wheel and deal. Another trade has been announced!

Washington FC has acquired Malik Hooker and Indianapolis's 2021 6th round selection in exchange for Washington's 2021 3rd round selection.

We expect Malik Hooker's range as a free safety to pair nicely with Landon Collins's presence in the box, and our 2020 draft pick of Jeffrey Okudah to form a dynamic young secondary.

We wish our 2021 third rounder best of luck in his future endeavors with @KIisKing and the great group of guys in Indianapolis.

After coming into this draft with only picks #2 and #66 in the top three rounds, our total haul is:

Added:
#6 Jeffrey Okudah
#20 Josh Jones
#66 Jordan Love
#71 Netane Muti
Malik Hooker

Los Angeles Chargers 2021 First Round Pick
Los Angeles Chargers 2022 Second Round Pick
Indianapolis Colts 2021 Sixth Round Pick

Owed:
2021 Third Round Pick to Indianapolis

 

[SixPACK]

PICKING NOW. SORRY. WORK MEETINGS TOOK PRECEDENCE. WILL UPDATE THIS POST IN A SEC

 

[SixPACK]

With the 74th pick of the NFL DRAFT the Chicago Bears select........

CHASE CLAYPOOL - WR - THE RUDY RUETTIGER's

I personally selected because: Even though there are a handful of other needs on this team that need addressed in the draft at some point (one later in the 3rd), I went towards the offensive side of the ball here. Our depth chart at WR beyond ARob and Anthony Miller is pretty atrocious. Our STELLAR combo of QB's need some help and we decided to go with Claypool. We desperately wanted a surefire speedy guy, and there are a couple still in the draft (Duvernay) but it's too early to pull the plug on them. Claypool brings reliability, sure hands, and can win the deep ball 1-on-1 which is what we need.

Strengths

• Physical specimen with size and length to overwhelm
• Strong competitive nature
• Big and forceful against handsy coverage
• Build-up speed can overtake unsuspecting coverage
• Presents a sizable target with an expansive catch radius
• Works back to the ball on all three levels
• Contested catch specialist outside the numbers
• Uses size to create late catch space
• Elevates beyond cornerback's reach at high point
• Pancake maker with nasty demeanor as run blocker
• Premium special teams cover talent

Weaknesses

• Very little wiggle or juice after the catch
• Pedestrian release to challenge press
• Average getting in and out at the break point
• Inconsistent balance out of intermediate breaks
• Will face heavy dose of contested catches
• Needs to get better at stacking cornerbacks on deep balls
• Can be tardy with catch-ready hands
• Not a natural technician as a ball-catcher

NEXT UP IS @KIisKing and the COLTS

 

[KIisKing]

With the 75th pick of the NFL Draft, the Indianapolis Colts select....

Terrell Burgess, Safety, University of Utah

Why: The Colts have moved on from both Pierre Desir and Malik Hooker this off-season, leaving holes at both safety and cornerback. Burgess is a developing talent, having only started one year at Utah, but he has the speed (4.46 40-time), discipline (hasn't committed a penalty since 2017), and cover skills (90.4 PFF coverage grade), to excel as a defensive back at the next level. Burgess is a little small, but he has the versatility to line up as a safety or a corner, a trait highly valued in the Colts organization.
Overall, the Colts believe Burgess can bring more consistency and availability than Hooker as a starting safety, and play snaps as needed at corner from Day 1 next season.

Strengths

• Lauded by scouts, coaches and teammates for his preparation
• Has ability to align the backend
• Reads play development and has field awareness of a pro
• Has tools for interchangeable safety and nickel roles
• Disciplined with good recognition of misdirection
• Tough for quarterbacks to manipulate in two-deep
• Avoids rub routes and slips screen blocks in space
• Athletic, twitchy feet with early burst to cover at nickel
• Change of direction is sudden and efficient
• Great poise, balance and technique as tackler
• Takes smart angles both downhill and near the line
• Four-phase special teams experience

Weaknesses

• Was a full-time starter for only one season at Utah
• Borderline size to play down safety
• Slender legs and thin through hips
• A little sluggish to unlock hips when matching release
• Won't inspire fear as a hitter in the middle of the field
• Jump-ball battles put him at a disadvantage
• Below-average length over the top
• Utah helped keep him clean to roam free as a tackler

Colts Draft Recap:

• Round 1: No pick due to trade for DeForest Buckner
• Round 2: Denzel Mims, WR
• Round 2: Ross Blacklock, DL
• Round 3: Terrell Burgess, DB
• Acquired 2021 Washington Football Club 3rd Round Pick for Malik Hooker + 6th Rounder

@TopGun - Tampa is on the Clock!

 

[Randolphkeys]

Tampa Bay Buccaneers phoned in #76 to the ghost of Pete Roselle:

Ashtyn Davis - S - Cal

I expect Top Gun to log on in a few hours to write up the selection. Please load him up with likes for being pro-active getting the draft rolling.

With the 77th pick of the 2020 Covid-19 RCF Mock Draft, John "Horse teeth" Elway selects:



Bryan Edwards, WR, University of South Carolina

Height: 6'3
Weight: 212
Arms: 32 1/4
Hands: 9 1/2

Edwards was not able to perform in front of NFL scouts leading up to the draft as he had hoped. He was selected to participate in the Reese’s Senior Bowl but missed with an injury; a broken foot kept him from competing in the NFL Combine in late February; and USC’s scheduled Pro Day on March 19 was canceled because of the coronavirus. Despite all of these issues, Edwards has done so much on the field becoming the all time leading receiver for the South Carolina Gamecocks, he is considered a lock to be drafted in the second or third round. In 2019, per SportsInfo Solutions (SIS), Edwards gained 67%, 550 yards, of his total receiving yards after the catch and broke 15 tackles in the process (sixth-most among WRs). This upped his total to 56 broken tackles over the course of his career. Of his 111 targets in 2019, 29 receptions of 31 targets went for 237 yards and one touchdown in the screen game. He is third All Time in SEC history for receptions (234) and fourth in receiving yards (3,054).

"Dude, I got two Cocks!"
-Direct quote from John Elway after taking Kinlaw in the first round and Edwards in the third.

Receiver is a huge hole for the Broncos after Pro Bowl receiver Cortland Sutton. The Broncos drafted top players on the defensive line and offensive interior in the first round, hoping a starting quality receiver would fall to pick #77. As long as Edwards has a foot that heals properly, the gamble paid off.

ATLANTA and @dkbldev are on the clock!

 

[dkbldev]

With the 78th pick in the NFL draft... the Atlanta Falcons select...Cam Akers, RB, FSU


Feet - Has plenty of bounce in his step and he can make dynamic cuts. That said, the erratic offensive line play and design of the Florida State run scheme didn’t allow for him to trust play the play design and his feet can get overly antsy. Generally does well to get himself square when addressing contact.

Vision - Anxious to see how this improves with better blocking and design at the NFL level. Plenty of reps where he unnecessarily gets off script and looks to bounce touches. Cadence in his footwork reveals very little about his ability to manipulate the second level and help make his blockers right.

Pass Protection - Has all the physical ability to be a standout pass blocker but reps are often dreadful. Lacks awareness when reading the defense and good coordinators put him in conflict and he usually took the wrong man. Can be passive to lean in with a shoulder instead of getting square, engaging his hands and leveraging his hips. Needs to get coached up.

Receiving - Found some production as a pass catcher at Florida State but he was often an afterthought more than a priority in the scheme/progressions. Timing and execution of routes has to improve. Hands appear adequate although I wouldn’t expect him to make difficult adjustments with consistency.

Balance - No concerns is built for his physical style of running and he does well to take on contact with square pads and leverage. Demonstrates good body control through his jukes and contact.

Elusiveness - Has impressive juice and wiggle for a man of his stature. Makes dynamic cuts outside his frame and generates explosive burst off them. Impressive ability to shake free from tacklers and completely make them whiff.

Power - Dude packs a punch. Runs with square pads and leverage when exploding into contact. Defensive backs have a business decision to make getting in his way in the open field. Always falls forward and finishes.

Competitive Toughness - Things need to kick up several notches in pass protection but he’s a grinder as a ball carrier. Ran behind an egregious offensive line and poorly designed scheme and kept battling. Brings the fight to tacklers.

Versatility - Has no physical limitations to execute in any role. That said, he has a lot to prove before I would use him heavily in a zone scheme. Immediate impact likely comes in a gap scheme. Has room to grow as a receiver.

BEST TRAIT - Size, Power, Athleticism

WORST TRAIT - Pass Pro

RED FLAGS - None

NFL COMP - Mark Ingram

When it comes to physical ability, Akers has everything an NFL team could want in a running back. Unfortunately, those traits weren’t able to be fully deployed behind an erratic offensive line at Florida State and a poorly designed scheme from Willie Taggart. While Akers has an extremely high ceiling, some patience may be required as he evolves in a better situation to showcase his talent. In addition, Akers has to develop his passing down skill set. Akers has no physical limitations and he profiles as a productive starter in time.

@bronko and the NY Jets are in the clock

 

[bronko]

With the 79th pick, the New York Jets select Terrell Lewis, DE from Alabama. Details to follow.

Vegas Raiders amherstcavsfan is up.

 

[Amherstcavsfan]

With the 80th Pick, the Las Vegas Raiders select Van Jefferson, WR, Florida

PROS: Detailed route technician. Varies his releases and is highly deceptive with his footwork. Quickly stacks and creates easy leverage in the short to intermediate areas of the field. Fluid in and out of breaks. Routes have tremendous pace and timing. Makes excellent adjustments on the fly when adjusting to zone coverage. Hands are outstanding. Naturally plucks the football out of the air away from his frame. Routinely hangs on through contact and he has tremendous concentration at the catch point. Hands are natural and grabbing the football is second nature. Terrific ball tacking skills and he makes wonderful adjustments to the football. Understands leverage and does well to position himself to win at the catch point. Competitive worker after the catch. Corners are notably frustrated trying to remain inphase with Jefferson’s crisp routes. Body control and balance are excellent.

CONS: Production has been modest in college and he will turn 24 before his rookie season starts. He’s a smooth and quick athlete but he isn’t a true burner. LIkely maxed out in terms of athletic potential. Modest blocker.

BEST TRAIT - Route Running

WORST TRAIT - Age, Production

RED FLAGS - None

NFL COMP - Rashard Higgins

The son of a former NFL receiver and current wide receivers coach in the league, Van Jefferson is a technically-refined receiver that runs nuanced routes and has outstanding hands. He’s a dynamic separator in the short to intermediate areas of the field and his ball skills are impressive. A pro-ready target, Jefferson will turn 24 before he takes an NFL snap and his overall production in college was modest. While he made some plays post-catch and down the field in college, his average athletic profile doesn’t suggest he will be overly productive in either area in the NFL. Jefferson has the potential to play from the slot or outside, preferably in a timing-based offense. Jefferson is a high-floor prospect that should be a steady contributor right away in the NFL.

FINAL EVALUATION

Van Jefferson, WR, Florida

RS Senior, 6'2", 197 lbs

thedraftnetwork.com

Fit for the Raiders: IT'S A FREAKING WR!

The Las Vegas Raiders and @Amherstcavsfan are up!

Oh...wait...

With the 81st Pick, the Las Vegas Raiders select Damien Lewis, OG, LSU

PROS: Thick and powerful. Dominates in drive block situations. Love the way he unlocks his hips and accelerates his feet to create vertical push and widen run lanes. Aggressive worker in the run game but does a great job of staying controlled. Sets a consistent base and generally plays with low pads which helps him take over if his hands are fit. Has the mean streak and maulers mentality. Always looks for work and he has some nasty moments as a down blocker. Drops a firm anchor to absorb power.

CONS: Lateral mobility and range is missing. Likely only a fit for gap power blocking schemes. NFL interior rushers will get to his edges and stress his foot speed with consistency. Not a consistent worker in space and longer pulls may not be in his wheelhouse. Overly wide feet in pass protection make it difficult for him to stay square. Awareness in pass protection has room for improvement. Has to develop more consistency with his punch and he too frequently gets outreached and gives up his chest.

BEST TRAIT - Power

WORST TRAIT - Lateral Quickness

RED FLAGS - None

LSU right guard Damien Lewis has the makings of a starter for a team that employs a power blocking run scheme where his ability to move bodies against their will and lack of lateral mobility to execute in zone fit best. While his anchor is stout, Lewis doesn’t have ideal foot speed or redirect ability to keep pass rushers off his edges so there are some natural limitations to be aware of and his overall range is fairly limited. There is so much to like about the edge he plays the game with but more technical growth is needed. I can envision Lewis being a standout in the right scheme, but development is key to accentuate his power components and mitigate concerns over his mobility.

FINAL EVALUATION

Damien Lewis, IOL, LSU

Senior, 6'2", 329 lbs

thedraftnetwork.com

Fit for the Raiders: With aging and expensive OG's, the Raiders need a good young iOL guy to develop. Lewis fits the type of guy the Raiders are looking for in a powerful OG.

Raiders draft:
Xavier McKinney
Jeff Gladney
Van Jefferson
Damien Lewis

Traded for
Yannick Ngakoue
Devonte Parker

Dallas and @WorldFreeB are on the clock

 

[bronko]

The 1st 3 rounds have fallen well for the Jets, adding a stud receiver and offensive line help for Sam Darnold. A potential starting CB with our first pick in the 3rd rd, leaves a pass rushing end or LB as our biggest need. I'd hoped Okwara would last but no such luck. My top linebackers left are more coverage guys or sturdy run stuffers. So I'm taking a bit of a chance on a high ceiling potential type of player in Terrell Lewis. Really would have liked a physical before this pick as there are some talk of lingering injury issues. Missed a lot of football. Greenard would be a safer choice, but if Lewis is healthy and has his head on straight, this is a good value pick. If not, my alternatives (Dye, Gay, Akeem, Malik, Brooks) bother me almost as much for the Jets.

Lewis had some bad luck with injuries during his career at Alabama but finished strong. He was a second-team All-SEC selection in 2019 after racking up 31 tackles, 11.5 for loss, six sacks and two pass breakups in 11 games (three starts). The former five-star recruit and Washington D.C. Gatorade Player of the Year at St. John's High School played in 11 games as a true freshman (11 tackles, one sack). Going into the 2017 season, he changed his last name from Hall to Lewis for undisclosed reasons. That fall, he played in four games with one start (16 tackles, two for loss, one sack) because he missed 10 contests with an upper arm injury. Lewis' bad luck continued as he underwent surgery for a torn right ACL in the summer of 2018, resulting in a lost redshirt season.

Overview
The evaluation requires both projection and a small leap of faith due to durability concerns after he missed most of two full seasons. He needs to fill out his long, athletic build with more girth and muscle to help set stronger edges and hold his ground against downhill rushing attacks. He's played in just 26 games, so he's less technically sound than most Alabama defenders at this stage, but he was still productive and showed growth as a player in-season. With more coaching and development as a rusher, he should be able to pair traits with skill to become a future NFL starter, provided his health issues are in the past.

Strengths
Long-limbed, athletic frame that should keep filling out
Exciting physical and athletic traits to work with
Keeps eyes on the football through the block
Plays with above-average football awareness
Ability to stab a blocker's frame with length whenever he wants
Strides eat up ground quickly on the way to the football
Flashed considerable upside potential
Slaps and clears the blocker's post on effective inside moves
Spin move went from basic to dangerous by Tennessee game
Ability to build momentum as downhill rusher

Weaknesses
Major injuries wiped out most of 2017 and all of 2018
High-cut frame (long legs, shorter torso)
Lacks anchor to set and hold a strong edge at the point of attack
Upper-body strength needs work
Average explosiveness up to the rush arc
Not a natural bender to play under redirects at the top of the rush
Opponent's power stalls pass-rush intentions
Activation of rush counters not yet instinctive
Needs to improve and empower his hands
Balance and technique are below par as tackler

Jets picks

1. Cee Dee Lamb, Oklahoma, wr
2. Ezra Cleveland, Boise St, ot
3. Bryce Hall, Virginia, cb
4. Terrell Lewis, Ala, de

 

[WorldFreeB]

With the 82nd pick in the RCF Covid 2020 Draft,,,,,,,

The Dallas Cowboys select K. J. Hill Wide Receiver Ohio State

Having lost Randall Cobb in Free agency I am replacing him with the all time receptions leader at Ohio State.
Hill will slide seamlessly into the slot for Dallas and should be a great slot receiver.





Overview
Words like "dependable," "reliable," and "consistent" work well to describe Ohio State's all-time catch leader. He's a slot worker who is most effective in space, where his route savvy and sticky hands can make their mark. He's not sudden or special with the ball in his hands underneath and won't stretch defenses vertically, so the routes may need to go from good to great for him to become more than a solid backup.
Strengths

• All-time receptions leader at Ohio State
• Consistent level of production and performance
• Routes are fairly detail-oriented
• Disciplined to hide route intentions
• Uses leverage to widen his workspace
• Able to run extensive route tree
• Willing worker into the middle
• Alters step cadence to manipulate coverage into breaks
• Reliable, sticky hands make catches outside frame look easy

Weaknesses

• Rarely challenged by a quality press
• Marginal suddenness for quick separation underneath
• Initial upfield push lacks threatening quality
• One-note route speed
• Needs to sense when to work back to the throw
• Not overly dynamic with the ball in his hands

 

[TopGun]

Recap of the 76th pick in the 2020 NFL Draft, where the Tampa Bay Buccaneers selected:

Ashtyn Davis - FS, Cal
6'1" 195 lbs.

Why? Had him as the best defensive player on the board. The other choices on the list I sent to Keys were interior defensive linemen, not ranked as high as Davis, but more of a need. Davis is a gifted athlete, with multiple PAC-10 titles in the hurdles, and should serve primarily as a third safety for at least his first year with Tampa. His best fit is playing in a 2-deep zone where his run-defending responsibilities are minimal.

Coverage - Projects nicely to serving as a one-high safety or playing deep halves/thirds. Showcases good range on the backend and he can cover considerable ground. Like how he leverage routes and squeezes zones. Showcases good understanding of zone coverage spacing. Has the quickness and speed to rotate late and reach landmarks. Can situationally hold his own in man coverage from the slot.

Tackling - Physical hitter but isn’t always the most reliable tackler. Has a bad tendency to drop his head on contact which leads to whiffs. Isn’t consistent clearing contact and getting himself in ideal positioning to finish and tackling outside his frame is problematic.

Processing - Clean processor that doesn’t often get his wires crossed but processing speed can certainly improve. Awareness in zones to routes and the football is sound. Run fits are inconsistent.

Ball Skills - Has made some impressive plays on the football and his short area quickness and fluidity helps allow him to be disruptive when challenged. Does well to read the eyes of the quarterback and flow into throwing lanes. Wouldn’t label him a ballhawk but he has the ability to make plays on the ball when tested.

Range - Dynamic range. He can stay over top of routes and flow sideline to sideline. Love his ability to close distances rapidly whether that’s in pursuit against the run or tracking the football. No limitations here.

Physicality - No questions at all about his toughness and willingness to be physical. Has a track and field background, but he shouldn’t be stereotyped. Needs to improve his technique clearing blocks in pursuit and tackling form to maximize his desire to finish.

Play Speed - His speed and athleticism is obvious when watching his film. Springy footwork and he quickly covers ground. Has the range needed to serve as a single high safety. Has enough juice to win in man coverage. Processing speed can speed up.

Flexibility - Really like what he offers here. Has the fluidity to stay connected as routes break. Transitions a fluid and his change of direction ability is impressive. Won’t present limitations on account of stiffness.

Versatility - Has lined up all across the formation for the Cal D, including deep, in the slot, as a robber and in the box. Doesn’t profile well as a box safety at the next level. Should be a four phase special teams contributor.

BEST TRAIT - Range

WORST TRAIT - Run Support

RED FLAGS - None

NFL Comp - Damarious Randall

Ashtyn Davis wasn’t recruited to play football but found his way to becoming one of the Pac Twelve’s best defensive players as a walk on. His best fit at the next level comes as a traditional free safety that lurks over top and uses his athleticism to work in pursuit. In addition, he has matchup-specific appeal to work in man coverage from the slot. Davis is a tough and physical player but he must clean up his tackling form, improve his understanding of run fits and do better to shed blocks in pursuit. Davis has immediate upside in subpackages and as a four-phase special team player with the upside to start by Year 2/3.

 

[Randolphkeys]

I was torn in four directions with the Broncos final pick. Do I take BPA? Do I take a player at the biggest need - cornerback? Do I take one of my sleepers? Do I go with a little of all three?

I'm going with need who is also one of my sleepers.



Amik Robertson, CB, Louisiana Tech

Height: 5'8
Weight: 187

WHY?

Because Denver lost Chris Harris Jr. in free agency and could use a young slot cornerback to replace him. Robertson is the No. 1 coverage grade in the class in single coverage last season (92.7), and he also has the top grade in the slot (93.6) according to Pro Football Focus.

Every hole on the Broncos starting group has been filled with highly regarded prospects. We call it a night with our heads held a mile high.

From The Draft Network:
PROS: Fearless competitor that brings the fight regardless of who he is matched up against. He makes your run defense better with his physical style and quick trigger to aggressively attack. Does well to anticipate in coverage and make impact plays on the football as evidenced by his outstanding ball production - 14 interceptions, 34 pass break ups. Savvy in his ability to find the football and remain in correct coverage positioning. There isn’t a point in coverage as routes develop where he is willing to concede anything and he will aggressively crowd receivers. Has outstanding short area burst. Tremendous hitting power and contact balance for his size.

CONS: He doesn’t know it but he lacks size for the position and is a slot only. There are matchup challenges (tight ends/bigger slot receivers) that will make him a liability at times. Quicker than fast and he could have some issues staying connected if challenged vertically. His aggressive style does lead to some missed tackles.

BEST TRAIT - Ball Skills

WORST TRAIT - Size

RED FLAGS - None

NFL COMP - Tavon Young

Amik Robertson has many of the attributes needed to shine as a starting nickel corner in the NFL where his feisty competitive demeanor, anticipation, physicality, run defense and ball skills would truly shine and his lack of size won’t be an issue. Robertson offers versatility in man and zone coverage but there are size and speed restrictions that present some matchup challenges if tasked with tight ends or bigger slots. Robertson has that junkyard dog mentality when competing and his ball skills are outstanding, making his tape is easy to love. His style of play could lead to some injury issues but he should carve out a prominent slot role early in his career.

 

[Jordan]

With the 84th pick in the 2020 NFL draft, the Los Angeles Rams select, Darnay Holmes!

Strengths:
-Incredible athlete with incredible high-end reps. Was able to run stride-for-stride with Marquise Brown, N'Keal Harry, and Laviska Shenault.

-Speed on turns is the same as running in a straight line. Does not get beat on slants, wheels, etc.

-Okay... well he does lose speed, but that is because his straight-line speed is the best in this class.

-Full frame and physical.

Weaknesses:
-Is a playmaker more than a pure coverage corner. Because of this, he jumps at fakes, pretty frequently.

-Tries to make plays on balls in instances where it woudl make more sense to use them to prevent the receiver from making a catch.

-Short and, as a consequence, gave up 14 touchdowns in the red-zone over his career.

Overall:
The Rams traded for Jalen Ramsey, but Troy Hill and David Long Jr. do not inspire confidence in the next two cornerback spots. Darnay Holmes is absolutely a project, but due to his speed and athleticism, we believe that he can be a backup for either outside corner position and slot cornerback, with the potential to start as early as the 2021 season.

 

[Randolphkeys]

One day to go!

Speed round, your drafting time on the clock has been cut to four hours. We need to finish this before the actual draft. If you know you will be in meetings, send me your draft board before you go into your Zoom meetings.