2025 NFL Draft: Top 50 Prospect Rankings (Pre-Combine)

The 2025 NFL Draft is universally considered a "down year." However, casual fans and followers need to understand what this phrase means. When analysts consider this group a "down" or "disappointing" class, it has nothing to do with the group's depth. The depth is tremendous. What is "down" about this class is the top-end "blue chip" talent.

For context, understand that NFL Draft rankings are based upon a curve that considers prospects in a vacuum. A "blue chip" prospect is usually a player who would be the best at their position, or a top-10 pick, in any NFL Draft. Meanwhile, a "second-round grade" means that a player would usually go in the second round of most classes, even if he’ll be a first in this one.

What this means is that no draft class is created equally. For example, the 2013 NFL Draft had ZERO blue-chip prospects and just seven first-round grades at the time it happened. Comparatively, I handed out nine "blue chip" and 29 "first-round" grades in the 2024 class. This year is in the middle of those two, with just four blue chips and 17 first-round grades.

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Top 50 Prospects For 2025 NFL Draft

1. Abdul Carter, DE/LB, Penn State

Abdul Carter saved the best of his college career for last. Despite injuring his shoulder against Boise State and playing most of the Notre Dame contest favoring that arm, he was utterly dominant in the Orange Bowl. Despite his injury, Carter destroyed the Golden Domers. He notched eight pressures, one sack, and had another sack stolen by penalty.

No player in this class has greater potential to dominate at a more valuable position than Carter. While Travis Hunter is arguably the best overall athlete in the class, and he is a rare talent who can dominate at two positions, we don't yet know what position Hunter will play. We simply know that no player has dominated both sides of the ball in the NFL consistently.

Abdul Carter’s highlights from when he played off ball LB are hilarious.

Like who decided not to put this guy on the edge until this year pic.twitter.com/s27vQOJ0am

— NFL Draft Files (@NFL_DF) February 8, 2025

Assuming that Hunter will primarily play just one position, I am pushing him slightly behind Carter in my rankings. Carter plays the third-most-important position in football (pass-rusher) in dominant fashion. He has an elite first step, tremendous length, and great instincts. He plays with leverage and has the head to maintain assignments instead of blindly chasing sacks.

2. Travis Hunter, DB/WR, Colorado

Perhaps the most underrated aspect of Travis Hunter’s game is the mental fortitude it took to be a full-time starter on both ends of the field. Hunter was truly the best player on the field at all times in every single game. The level of commitment it takes to accomplish that, to master the nuances of two positions while staying on the field for almost every snap, is incredible.

The time Hunter had to devote to studying and learning the minutiae of both positions speaks volumes about his drive, dedication, and focus. No one with that caliber of dedication, intelligence, and drive will let your team down. If he fails, it will be due to outside influences like injury or poor team management. Any failures will have nothing to do with Hunter himself.

Beyond Hunter's drive and mental fortitude, his physical ability is truly special. He is a long, fast, instinctive player with elite ball skills and great hands. He is unquestionably the top cornerback in this class and is arguably the top wide receiver prospect as well. Never has one player laid claim to both of those titles.

3. Mason Graham, DT, Michigan

Michigan's defensive leader has incredibly violent hands, which he uses regularly to create separation and defeat interior blockers. He utilizes almost every pass-rush move there is, fights through the whistle, and never gets complacent when shedding blockers. He is an active and violent pass-rusher … yet his best attributes may just be his instincts and anchor against the run.

The chances of Graham becoming an outright "bust" are incredibly low. His run defense is simply too strong for him to become a backup or journeyman early in his career. However, the odds of him becoming a superstar will depend on how well his pass-rush moves and motor translate into sacks at the next level.

4. Ashton Jeanty, RB, Boise State

Regardless of how you feel about the value of the running back position, and the NFL seems to value it more today than it did a year ago, Jeanty is the easy choice for our final blue-chip prospect of this class.

The Boise State product has elite contact balance, terrific vision, nimble feet, and hands that draw comparison to Alvin Kamara. He bounces off defenders, cuts outside, and turns a loss into a touchdown. This doesn’t just happen against lower-tier teams, either. Jeanty produced against an Oregon front with multiple draft-eligible defenders, including a first-rounder, in this class.

5. Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State

While Colston Loveland may be the "top fantasy football tight end" in this class, Warren is easily the top overall prospect at the position. The Nittany Lion is a strong blocker who moves defenders off the ball and picks up linebackers at the second level. Warren also makes contested catches look routine, can play QB or RB in sub packages, and never has to come off the field.

While Rob Gronkowski is a lofty comparison for anyone, Warren has many of the same traits that made Gronk a Hall of Fame- caliber tight end. The Penn State product is an all-around prospect that a team like the 49ers may value as a George Kittle heir, thanks to his ability to impact the game as a receiver, blocker, and trick-play asset.

6. Josh Simmons, OT, Ohio State

It’s becoming increasingly likely that I am the high ranker on Simmons. Some analysts don’t even rank him among their top 30 prospects, while others say he "could have been in contention for the top offensive tackle … had he not gotten hurt."

For my money, Simmons is the top offensive tackle in this class if his medicals check out. The San Diego State transfer has experience playing both left and right tackle. He is also the most athletic, nimble, and fluid pass-blocker in this class. No other blocker has Simmons' combination of length, athleticism, instincts, power, and clean tape … if he’s healthy.

Granted, that "healthy" part is a big deal for many. Reports are mixed on whether he tore his ACL, patellar tendon, or something else. While most seem to think Simmons will be ready for camp, his predraft medicals will mean a lot. He could be a top-10 pick if he’s fully cleared, but drop off draft boards entirely if there are long-term concerns.

7. Tetairoa McMillan, WR, Arizona

A player of immense length and height, McMillan moves incredibly well for his size. As a prospect, he draws plenty of comparisons to Drake London, as both were outsized athletic possession receivers in college who consistently fought for yards after the catch.

McMillan has strong hands that can reach out and grab balls well beyond the reach of most receivers. He also secures the ball through contact and shows surprising change-of-direction skills and acceleration out of his breaks, given his long frame and limbs. While he largely dominated lesser competition in college, he also produced against a strong Oklahoma defense.

The major question I have about McMillan isn’t his lack of elite opposition or separation, as some worry about. Rather, I worry more about his drive and dedication as a blocker. There were multiple plays where McMillan looked disengaged as a blocker, especially when the play went away from him. As we saw with Diontae Johnson, those problems can snowball quickly.

8. Jalon Walker, LB/EDGE, Georgia

There is a reason that I listed Walker as one of my top prospects for the 2025 class … in February 2024. He has strong instincts as an interior pass-rusher and blitzer with a thick and strong build that suggests he could play a full-time defensive end role if an NFL team wants to try him there.

However, Walker also shows enough on film to suggest he can be a standup interior linebacker in the NFL. He has good instincts, is a solid tackler, and takes good angles to the ball. While he isn’t as fast as Edgerrin Cooper, Walker can have a similar role/impact if he were to stay an interior linebacker at the next level. His ideal fit may be as a hybrid in a 3-4 scheme, though.

9. Mike Green, EDGE, Marshall

Green led college football in sacks, including one against Ohio State that was accompanied by multiple pressures. He wrapped things up with a strong showing at the Senior Bowl, where he proved he can win with power, not just with speed. Overall, Green plays with active hands, has a strong, athletic build, and utilizes a variety of pass-rush moves effectively.

Mike Green spin. Moves like a hooper. pic.twitter.com/qGPwl8tXjE

— Hayden Winks (@HaydenWinks) February 16, 2025

10. Cam Ward, QB, Miami

Quarterbacks get pushed up in the NFL Draft because of how important the position is, and they get pushed up my rankings for the same reason.

No quarterback in this class can match Ward’s combination of physical ability, experience, and upside. His mobility is the second-most effective in this quarterback class, his arm is arguably the strongest, he has good size at 6-foot-2 and 220 pounds, he’s creative under pressure, and can throw with velocity from multiple arm angles.

While Ward would not have been one of the first three passers drafted in 2024, he is the only one in this class worthy of a top-10 draft pick. Only Jalen Milroe can match his athleticism and arm, but Milroe can't come close to matching Ward's accuracy and anticipation.

11. Benjamin Morrison, CB, Notre Dame

Along with Walker, Morrison made my list of top 2025 prospects while I was evaluating the 2024 class. No player covered Marvin Harrison Jr. better than Morrison did, which is impressive considering Harrison victimized an elite Georgia defense and had a tough showing against Will Johnson last year.

Morrison joins Josh Simmons as players who rank higher for me than most because I am not yet fading them for injuries. Their physicals during the combine or predraft process could force them down this board in due time, but for now, we will assume they can eventually return to their original form in the NFL. If Morrison does that, he can make an impact in all facets of the game.

12. Will Johnson, CB, Michigan

A talented and instinctive cover man, Johnson can play quality man and zone coverage. He also shows tremendous timing when breaking on throws in space, nabbing multiple interceptions after baiting the quarterback. However, there are questions about this prospect that must be answered.

Chief among the doubts here is Johnson's medical history. Everyone knows he missed most of the 2024 season with a foot injury that reports characterized as "severe." He also missed the end of Michigan's 2023 season with another injury, including leaving the Ohio State game early. While it's unclear if these injuries are a long-term concern, he has missed significant time.

Of additional concern is Johnson's lack of tackling, particularly in his 2024 film. While Johnson may be the most polished pure cover man in this class, he is often timid or slow to close in run support. There are also questions about his top-end speed, with some scouts fearing he will run in the 4.5 range during the predraft process.

13. Colston Loveland, TE, Michigan

Loveland is the best pure receiving tight end in this class, as a smooth operator in open space and on the boundary. He has a long frame, strong hands, and is comfortable playing from the slot or out wide. If your offense wants a TE who rarely blocks well but runs elite routes, he is your guy …. however, if you want someone who blocks, there are several better options in this class.

14. Will Campbell, OL, LSU

Campbell is a very good athlete who is light on his feet, allowing him to get outside or to the next level with time to spare. He gets in place on screens and swing blocks, plus he pulls faster than any blocker in this class. He misses assignments, on occasion, because of hand placement or positioning, but he moves incredibly well and is usually very effective on move blocks.

The downside of Campbell being so light on his feet is that he often fails to anchor against bull rushers, frequently being pushed back into the pocket. He can also struggle with speed rushers at times. Talented players like Shemar Stewart and Nic Scourton gave him problems with their length and power, while Jihaad Campbell's speed also created issues on the edge.

15. Walter Nolen, DT, Ole Miss

A top-5 recruit coming out of high school, Nolen is an aggressive and effective pass-rusher from the inside. He was 11^th amongst interior defensive linemen in quarterback pressures this past college football season and 25^th in pass rush win rate, plus his reps at the Senior Bowl were impressive.

While Nolen wasn't always the most effective interior pass-rusher in this class nor the most productive, his film suggests an immense amount of untapped potential. He's incredibly explosive out of his stance, times the snap well, and flashes the potential to win early with his hands and burst. Nolan's potential as a pass-rushing 3-tech is second only to Mason Graham.

16. Kelvin Banks Jr., OT, Texas

Banks plays with good awareness and hand placement, which is unsurprising given he started 42 games in three years at Texas. He shows a strong understanding of his assignments, makes the right call when picking up blitzes or handing off double-teams, and gets to the next level well.

There are questions about Banks’ ceiling, given his lack of length or elite athleticism. However, his experience and clean tape suggest he can become a steady, if not dominant, presence at left tackle for a team in need of an upgrade. We cannot forget that Banks allowed the eighth-fewest quarterback pressures amongst all tackles with at least 315 pass reps this season.

17. Mykel Williams, EDGE, Georgia

Williams is almost all projection and zero production, which is a pass-rush profile some of you know I am not fond of. Fortunately for the former Bulldog, he is a long and freaky athlete with a strong build and a couple of seemingly valid excuses for his lack of production until bowl season.

Chief among the reasons to hope Williams will peak as a pro is Georgia's defensive scheme. Kirby Smart's staff knows how to dominate college offenses, but they also like to play talents like Williams out of position. This was clear in the SEC Championship Game when Williams struggled inside but dominated both Texas tackles once he camped on the edge.

Also aiding Williams' rising stock are reports that he played through a nagging injury in 2024 that many scouts think impacted his play. The injury isn't a long-term concern, but it provides additional context for his lack of production and explosion. Given the lack of elite talent at the top of this class, Walker’s upside could be hard for a team to pass up.

18. Luther Burden III, WR, Missouri

Another YAC monster who draws Deebo Samuel Sr. comparisons, Burden is incredibly elusive with the ball in his hands. His stop-start ability is elite, as are his instincts and tackle-breaking ability after the catch. The former Tiger also showed a good feel for the boundary, the ability to make contested catches, and was dominant in 2023.

You hear a lot about Luther Burden’s YAC ability and rightfully so but look at the amount of separation he has here on the deep ball… pic.twitter.com/GrjwV6x9Eg

— imagidadnation (@James323456) February 14, 2025

There are some risks associated with Burden, though. One is the fact he showed immaturity at times, twice throwing objects at opponents against Boston College. He also flashes ball security issues and doesn't quite have Deebo's thick build that allowed him to dominate from multiple positions on the field.

19. Jahdae Barron, DB, Texas

Barron is a former full-time slot corner who Texas deployed in a variety of ways this season. While he played a majority of his snaps out wide in 2024, he continued to look good in the box, as a single-high safety, and in the slot. He did all of these things well, though what could make him a first-round pick this year is his ability to operate on an island without help.

The Longhorn has good size, athleticism, tackling skills, and recognition. His ability to comfortably play inside, out, and deep on any given play speaks well of his intelligence and adaptability. He should be able to thrive in a variety of schemes and assignments.

20. Josh Conerly Jr., OT, Oregon

A fluid and athletic left tackle, only Josh Simmons possesses more upside as a pass-blocker in this class. Conerly moves very well, with nimble feet and dexterity. He also appears to recognize and correct his flaws in-game. There were multiple times in his film where he would make an error in blitz pickup or playing a certain opponent, but he’d only make that error once.

The downside of Conerly is that he remains undersized and underpowered, which is why Mike Green pancaked him at the Senior Bowl. There were extenuating circumstances in that matchup, though, and Conerly has the frame to improve his play strength in an NFL conditioning program. The Duck could be a quality left tackle for a decade in the right scheme.

21. Derrick Harmon, DT, Oregon

Harmon has a wide body that frequently clogs the lane, but he isn’t just a run stuffer or "clogger." The Oregon product had 10 more quarterback pressures and eight more hurries than any other interior defender in college football this past season. He was also second at the position in pass rush win rate.

22. Tyler Booker, G, Alabama

A wide-bodied interior force, Tyler Booker neutralizes defenders who attack him head-on. He has a thick lower body that moves piles, shows good instincts in zone and blitz pickup, and plays with excellent balance and leverage.

However, Booker’s film is not so dominant that he should be a top-10 pick, even in this class. For a guard to be selected in the first 10 picks, they must be utterly dominant and a near "lock" to be one of the best at his position in the NFL. Booker’s struggles with speedy defenders who cross him up are enough to drop him out of that top-10 tier.

23. Armand Membou, OL, Missouri

Membou profiles more as a guard for me, but he has shown the footwork and length to handle the right tackle position in the pros. He is quick out of his stance, shows nimble feet, sinks his hips, and absorbs power very well. With that said, his hand placement needs work, and multiple power rushers bullied him more than some analysts admit.

24. James Pearce Jr., EDGE, Tennessee

Pearce is the definition of a flashy but inconsistent player. He is very long and explosive out of his stance, generating a surprising amount of power considering his lean frame. The concern is simply the inconsistency, especially with his hand work. Given his length advantage, Pearce lets too many blockers into his pads and doesn't separate with his hands enough.

25. Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado

Sanders is arguably the toughest player in this draft class. No quarterback in the FBS experienced pressure more often, yet he had the eighth-highest completion percentage and fifth-highest yards per attempt when throwing under pressure. He also took a multitude of big hits and kept going, which speaks volumes about his tenacity and leadership.

On the other hand, Sanders also led the FBS in pressures created by the quarterback (per PFF). Worse, only six passers created a higher percentage of their pressure than he did. You can see this on tape, too. Deion’s son often abandons a clean pocket for a dirty edge, holds the ball too long, or stumbles backward away from pressure instead of rising in the pocket.

Overall, Sanders’ film is that of an accurate and creative passer who has very little quit to him. He is a capable scrambler with an average arm and good ball placement. While his lack of elite arm strength or velocity could be disastrous in a bad weather venue, his intangibles and accuracy are that of a quality starter in the right situation.

26. Emeka Egbuka, WR, Ohio State

Egbuka isn't the quickest, fastest, or longest receiver by any means. For those reasons, he could fall in some draft boards and earn lukewarm reviews from fantasy fans. There is enough Cooper Kupp to his game to make me regret leaving him this low in my rankings, though.

The former Buckeye is a tough, experienced, and savvy route runner who creates separation with his hands, footwork, and deception. He makes plenty of contested catches and can lure cornerbacks into poor positioning before contorting around them and making a late grab for the ball. He should become a high-end slot weapon who can take snaps on the boundary.

27. Kenneth Grant, DT, Michigan

Grant has the frame and power to play the nose tackle position in any scheme, either 4-3 or 3-4. What makes him unique is that he is light enough on his feet and shows enough pass-rush moves to play some defensive end in creative alignments, like he did at Michigan. While an end position is not his ideal fit, it says something that the massive nose can play wherever you need him.

Grant would be higher on this list if his ideal spot wasn’t as a nose, where he will likely spend most of his time occupying double-teams and pushing the pocket. Teams don’t usually pay a premium for that role. However, his ability to juke, club, and stack offensive linemen is good enough to produce more pressure and sacks than your typical nose.

28. Jaxson Dart, QB, Ole Miss

Dart is a player who could rise up this list as the predraft process goes on. He has good size, an above-average arm, is surprisingly mobile, and he plays well under pressure. The USC transfer was third in the FBS in YPA while under pressure. Although he underthrows some deep balls and locks on his first read as a matter of scheme, there’s a ton to like here.

While a lot of Dart’s production might be written off as a product of the simple first-read offense at Ole Miss, he did show the ability to process and move beyond his first or second read on film. Dart also defeated Georgia while injured and set a school record in passing yards against Arkansas, both without his top weapon (Tre Harris) available.

Also worth noting, Dart set the Ole Miss records for most passing yards in a season and a career. This was despite Dart playing one fewer season at the university than Eli Manning.

29. Matthew Golden, WR, Texas

Golden is another player who could continue rising these ranks. He's smoother than he is fast and more fluid than he is precise, but the former Longhorn glides up and across the field in an aesthetically pleasing way. He has the skill set to be a very effective slot receiver who can move outside and win contested catches on the boundary despite his lack of elite size.

30. Shavon Revel Jr., CB, East Carolina

Revel joins a long list of talented but injured prospects in this class, with a torn ACL likely to limit his participation in the predraft process.

When healthy, Revel is a long and athletic corner who is willing and capable in run support. He's an aggressive, sometimes too aggressive, hand fighter with ample experience playing press man coverage. His film against Michigan was particularly impressive. During that game, Revel stood Donovan Edwards up at the goal line and blanketed Colston Loveland in one-on-one.

31. Malaki Starks, S, Georgia

Starks was one of the more disappointing evaluations this year, as his tape from 2023 was incredibly promising. The stalwart safety still has elite length and size while playing plus run support, but his coverage and playmaking took a step back in this year's film. He could still become the do-everything type in the right system, but he is no longer a top-15 lock.

32. Shemar Stewart, DL, Texas A&M

Stewart is one of the more confounding evaluations in this class. He is an extremely long defensive end who doesn't utilize handwork to separate nearly as often as he should. He's a physically gifted athlete with a quick release who rarely closes on sacks. The question is, was that lack of production a byproduct of situation, luck, or something else?

Many evaluators think the root of Stewart’s struggles was luck and/or scheme. His film shows an innate ability to push and collapse the pocket with impressive power, which he used to beat up a projected top-10 pick (Will Campbell). While he doesn’t often separate with quick or varied hand movements, he does use his length to get under offensive tackles and create pressure.

33. Jihaad Campbell, LB, Alabama

Campbell is a long and rangy linebacker who can play the entire field. As a former edge-rusher, he is an above-average blitzer who even beat Will Campbell for a sack … with some assistance from Garrett Nussmeier.

Jihaad Campbell loves to hit people, therefore I love Jihaad Campbell pic.twitter.com/Ljz7XROxvD

— Joe DeLeone (@joedeleone) January 17, 2025

While Campbell isn't as thick or powerful as traditional inside linebackers used to be, he's what today's NFL is looking for. He impacts the game in a variety of ways while showing good instincts and taking good angles in run support. This is a complete player with plus athleticism who can be a Pro Bowl-caliber starter on the inside of a professional defense.

34. Grey Zabel, IOL, North Dakota State

The absolute best player during Senior Bowl practice sessions was Zabel. He jumped off the tape from his very first rep. While he started at tackle for North Dakota State this past year, he has experience inside, and that's where he will play as a pro. He is my top-rated center prospect as he shows plus anchor while holding up in one-on-ones against much bigger and stronger opponents.

35. Jack Bech, WR, TCU

One of my personal favorites in this class, Bech continues to be underrated even after winning MVP of the Senior Bowl game. He has above-average size and length, blocks his tail off, and his hands are upper-echelon. Heck, the LSU transfer even has better straight-line speed than you’d expect given his size.

If Bech can learn to more regularly separate at the line of scrimmage and develop more sudden footwork, he could become a quality WR1 in the NFL … but he’s not being ranked that way by many analysts.

36. T.J. Sanders, DT, South Carolina

Sanders has a lot of physical tools that you see from first-round defensive tackles. He is long and sudden, stunts well, separates with violent club and swim moves, and showed out well during Senior Bowl drills. He has quick hands that shoot under offensive linemen, moving them off the ball in the run game and tossing them out of the way on passing downs.

37. Nick Emmanwori, S, South Carolina

An uber-long safety, Emmanwori has the build of a slight linebacker. However, his ball skills and instincts are that of a safety. His speed, build, and ability to break down and tackle in space are all special. What keeps him out of the first-round tier of these rankings are his stiff hips and change of direction, which could make him a linebacker on some teams’ boards.

38. Nic Scourton, DE, Texas A&M

Scourton's pass-rush film was better at Purdue, but he flashed at times with Texas A&M. Of particular note was his performance against LSU and Will Campbell. Despite most analysts having Campbell as their top offensive lineman, Scourton and Shemar Stewart beat up on the Tiger all game long. That glimpse of the 2023 version of Scourton keeps him high in our ranks.

39. Omarion Hampton, RB, North Carolina

A thick and powerfully built rusher, Hampton displayed good long speed and a solid jump cut at North Carolina. He also has the frame and anchor to help with blitz pickup, along with thick and powerful legs that dominate in short-yardage situations. Hampton is ideally suited for a gap-heavy offensive scheme but can thrive in most setups if given enough touches.

40. Mason Taylor, TE, LSU

The son of NFL Hall of Famer Jason Taylor, Mason jumped off the screen when I was evaluating other LSU weapons. He has tremendous size, soft hands, and a wide catch radius. Taylor is also an underrated blocker, with a lot of his snaps coming in line against SEC defenses.

For teams looking for a pure pass-catcher, Taylor could be as low as TE4 on their board. For those who prioritize a well-rounded TE who can block, run routes, and catch? He could be rated as high as TE2 for those squads.

41. Elijah Arroyo, TE, Miami

Arroyo is more in the Colston Loveland mold of tight ends, rather than Tyler Warren. The former Hurricane has elite size, but he runs and catches like a wide receiver. Few players improved their stock at the Senior Bowl more than Arroyo, who blazed past multiple cornerbacks for long completions during one-on-ones.

42. Donovan Jackson, G, Ohio State

Jackson was impressive filling in at left tackle when Josh Simmons went down, notwithstanding a predictably rough start against Abdul Carter. Playing outside, Jackson showed better-than-expected mirroring, a solid kick slide, and the ability to read and anticipate the blitz.

That said, his best position in the pros is still at left guard. There, the former Buckeye plays with plus movement, good knee bend, and solid leverage. He's one of the top guards in this class, and his stock is only aided by an ability to step in and serve as an emergency tackle in a pinch.

43. Maxwell Hairston, CB, Kentucky

Hairston is coming off injury, can be too aggressive with his hands, and doesn't always look comfortable playing inside. However, he is natural in press man coverage on the outside. There, he disrupts routes with a powerful jam, cuts off short in-routes, and shadows well down the boundary.

44. Donovan Ezeiruaku, DE, Boston College

Ezeiruaku finished second in sacks this college football season, utilizing a variety of pass-rush moves and bursts. He has above-average length and a compact build, but too often he allows himself to be taken out of the run game. His tackle form in run support is also inconsistent, as he doesn't wrap up and drive through the ball-carrier.

45. Quinshon Judkins, RB, Ohio State

Judkins is at his best when running over or through the competition. Arm and diving tackles rarely bring him down, and his stiff arm is vicious. With that said, Judkins has the skill set to be a true three-down back in most NFL systems. The Ole Miss transfer is the rare power back with enough long speed and soft enough hands to stay on the field in all situations.

This run by Quinshon Judkins against Notre Dame is one of my favorites from the whole season! Loved the block from Emeka too. Just a ridiculously talented team! @ryandaytime running cracks me up too 😂 #GoBucks #BuckleUp pic.twitter.com/V7EFl3747C

— Mekka Don (@MekkaDonMusic) February 16, 2025

46. TreVeyon Henderson, RB, Ohio State

While Henderson is RB4 on this board, he is the second-best passing-down back in the class. He also has better game-breaking speed than two of the backs ahead of him. Considering that many of the top backs in this class share a power profile, it’s a distinct possibility that some zone/screen-heavy team could prioritize Henderson over all backs not named Jeanty.

47. Carson Schwesinger, LB, UCLA

Schwesinger is another quick and athletic linebacker who would have been too small or inconsistent for the "old NFL" where Dick Butkus was king, but he’s perfectly suited for today’s NFL. While the UCLA product doesn’t blow runners up or separate from blockers enough, his advanced cover skills, instincts, and speed make him a big-play machine.

48. Jack Sawyer, DL, Ohio State

Sawyer is your typical "plays with his hair on fire" defensive end. The former Buckeye pushes the pocket regularly, dominates against the run, anticipates the snap well, and he made several big plays during Ohio State's title run that will have him higher on many boards than he is here.

There is a limitation to the athleticism and sack potential in his film, though. He doesn't flash elite speed, bend, or indomitable hand work as a pass-rusher. That is why he's ranked like a high-effort run defender with eight-sack potential.

49. Princely Umanmielen, EDGE, Ole Miss

Umanmielen has length and athleticism in spades as a speed rusher who dances and moves around the edge like a man much smaller than himself. Odds are the Ole Miss product won't stay on the field for running downs early in his career, but he moves incredibly well and could develop into a talented hand fighter if he works on the craft.

50. Darius Alexander, DT, Toledo

An interior defender who showed the ability to play outside, Alexander will be a dangerous 3-tech or 5-tech, depending on where he’s drafted. He plays with heavy hands that can knock linemen back or onto the ground, his pass-rush plan is advanced, and he slides down the line with surprising ease. He was impressive both at Toledo and the Senior Bowl.

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