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FORT WORTH, TX - SEPTEMBER 2: Shedeur Sanders #2 of the Colorado Buffaloes looks on against the TCU Horned Frogsduring the first half at Amon G. Carter Stadium on September 2, 2023 in Fort Worth, Texas. (Photo by Ron Jenkins/Getty Images)
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PASADENA, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 10: Dorian Thompson-Robinson #1 of the UCLA Bruins before a game between the Alabama State Hornets and the UCLA Bruins at Rose Bowl Stadiu on September 10, 2022 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Lay In Wait -Dorian Thompson-Robinson, UCLA

By William Yanish | April 21, 2023
First Round Mock Draft Analyst William Yanish feels that he’s found a diamond in the...
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PISCATAWAY, NJ - NOVEMBER 06: Wisconsin Badgers offensive lineman Joe Tippmann (75) during the college football game between the Rutgers Scarlet Knights and the Wisconsin Badgers on November 6, 2021 at SHI Stadium in Piscataway, NJ. (Photo by Rich Graessle/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Joe Tippmann: Top Center in the 2023 NFL Draft

By Daniel Kelly | April 21, 2023
COLUMBUS, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 24: Defensive tackle Jerron Cage #86 of the Ohio State Buckeyes...
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LUBBOCK, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 10: Quarterback Clayton Tune #3 of the Houston Cougars looks to pass during the first half of the game against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Jones AT&T Stadium on September 10, 2022 in Lubbock, Texas. (Photo by John E. Moore III/Getty Images)

Play Me A Tune -Clayton Tune, University of Houston

By William Yanish | April 20, 2023
First Round Mock's William Yanish took a look at one of the most talked about...
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CHAPEL HILL, NORTH CAROLINA - OCTOBER 29: Josh Downs #11 of the North Carolina Tar Heels makes a touchdown catch against the Pittsburgh Panthers during the second half of their game at Kenan Memorial Stadium on October 29, 2022 in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The Tar Heels won 42-24. (Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images)

Josh Downs is a First Round Talent According to Game Film

By Daniel Kelly | April 19, 2023
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA - NOVEMBER 05: North Carolina Tar Heels wide receiver Josh Downs (11) catches...
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LAWRENCE, KANSAS - NOVEMBER 19: Running back Bijan Robinson #5 of the Texas Longhorns runs against safety O.J. Burroughs #5 and defensive lineman Malcolm Lee #99 of the Kansas Jayhawks first half at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium on November 19, 2022 in Lawrence, Kansas. (Photo by Ed Zurga/Getty Images)

Bijan Robinson is Boring to Watch

By Daniel Kelly | April 18, 2023
Texas' running back (RB) Bijan Robinson is one of the most hyped prospects in the...
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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - JANUARY 10: Cameron Latu #81 of the Alabama Crimson Tide runs with the ball as Kelee Ringo #5 of the Georgia Bulldogs defends in the second quarter of the game during the 2022 CFP National Championship Game at Lucas Oil Stadium on January 10, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images)

What to Make of Kelee Ringo on Game Film

By Garrett Hearl | April 17, 2023
The star cornerback (CB) of back-to-back National Championship winning Georgia, Kelee Ringo has always been...
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EL PASO, TEXAS - DECEMBER 30: Quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson #1 of the UCLA Bruins warms up before his team's game against the Pittsburgh Panthers in the Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl game at Sun Bowl Stadium on December 30, 2022 in El Paso, Texas. (Photo by Sam Wasson/Getty Images)

Dorian Thompson-Robinson Better Than Anthony Richardson

By Daniel Kelly | April 17, 2023
No wonder Chip [Kelly] holds him in such high regard and says he's the toughest...
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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - DECEMBER 31: Head coach Nick Saban celebrates with Will Anderson Jr. #31, Jordan Battle #9, and Bryce Young #9 of the Alabama Crimson Tide after defeating the Kansas State Wildcats 45-20 in the Allstate Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome on December 31, 2022 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

Here Are/Were the Majors of 5 Anticipated NFL Draft Picks

By Victoria Jonach | April 16, 2023
First Round Mock's Victoria Jonach takes a deeper look into what it takes to select...
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PASADENA, CA - JANUARY 01: Ohio State Buckeyes offensive lineman Paris Johnson Jr. (77) with a rose in his mouth after the Buckeyes defeated the Utah Utes 48 to 45 to become the Rose Bowl Champions in a bowl game played on January 1, 2022 at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena CA. (Photo by John Cordes/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Don’t Cut this Paris Johnson Jr. Snack Out of Your Draft Plans

By Victoria Jonach | April 15, 2023
First Round Mock's Victoria Jonach takes a look at what 2023 NFL Draft Prospect Paris...
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STANFORD, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 25: A detailed view of a Wilson NCAA football being carried by Zach Charbonnet #24 of the UCLA Bruins during warm ups prior to the start of the game against the Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium on September 25, 2021 in Stanford, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

Zach Charbonnet: 2023 NFL Draft RB1

By Daniel Kelly | April 15, 2023
It took me eight months, but I found my top running back (RB) in the...
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CLEMSON, SC - NOVEMBER 20: A.T. Perry (9) wide receiver of Wake Forest during a college football game between the Wake Forest Demon Deacons and the Clemson Tigers on November 20, 2021, at Clemson Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. (Photo by John Byrum/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

A.T. Perry Does Something Randy Moss Did

By Daniel Kelly | April 14, 2023
Big physical receiver that does a great job making plays on the football. [On] one-on-one...
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MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - DECEMBER 28: J.J. Sparkman #84 of the Texas Tech Red Raiders catches a pass for a touchdown against Emmanuel Forbes #13 of the Mississippi State Bulldogs during the second half in the AutoZone Liberty Bowl at Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium on December 28, 2021 in Memphis, Tennessee. (Photo by Justin Ford/Getty Images)

Emmanuel Forbes: 2023 NFL Draft CB1

By Daniel Kelly | April 13, 2023
He [Forbes] loves the game, loves playing. Television announcer during the ReliaQuest Bowl vs. Illinois...
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CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA - NOVEMBER 12: Pittsburgh Panthers defensive lineman Calijah Kancey (8) sacks Virginia Cavaliers quarterback Brennan Armstrong (5) during a college football game between the Pittsburgh Panthers and the Virginia Cavaliers on November 12, 2022, at Scott Stadium in Charlottesville, VA. (Photo by Lee Coleman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Calijah Kancey = Pocket Wrecker

By Daniel Kelly | April 12, 2023
Seeing Calijah Kancey on game film brings back memories of watching Hall of Fame defensive...
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COLUMBIA, MO - OCTOBER 01: Head coach Kirby Smart of the Georgia Bulldogs talks with Jalen Carter #88 before a game against the Missouri Tigers at Faurot Field/Memorial Stadium on October 1, 2022 in Columbia, Missouri. (Photo by Jay Biggerstaff/Getty Images)

Get Jalen Carter Fitted for a Gold Jacket

By Daniel Kelly | April 11, 2023
Georgia's Jalen Carter has faced a lot of off-season drama, some of it is understandable...
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ATHENS, GA - OCTOBER 02: Nolan Smith #4 of the Georgia Bulldogs reacts in the first half against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Sanford Stadium on October 2, 2021 in Athens, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)

Nolan Smith: Shades of Lawrence Taylor

By Daniel Kelly | April 10, 2023
Georgia's Nolan Smith is special. How special is he? I haven't seen an edge rusher...
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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MARCH 04: Quarterback Anthony Richardson of Florida participates in a drill during the NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on March 04, 2023 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)

Anthony Richardson: Beyond the Tools

By John Fahmy | April 9, 2023
First Round Mock's John Fahmy evaluates Florida's quarterback Anthony Richardson and comes up with his...
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INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 09: Jalen Carter #88 of the Georgia Bulldogs celebrates with a newspaper reading "Perfect!" after defeating the TCU Horned Frogs in the College Football Playoff National Championship game at SoFi Stadium on January 09, 2023 in Inglewood, California. Georgia defeated TCU 65-7. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

5 College Athletes Coaching the Next Generation of Players

By Victoria Jonach | April 9, 2023
First Round Mock's Victoria Jonach takes a look at what 2023 NFL Draft prospects Jalen...
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COLUMBUS, OHIO - NOVEMBER 12: C.J. Stroud #7 of the Ohio State Buckeyes enters Ohio Stadium prior to a game against the Indiana Hoosiers on November 12, 2022 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Ben Jackson/Getty Images)

Why C.J Stroud is the Best Dressed 2023 Draft Prospect

By Victoria Jonach | April 8, 2023
If you look good, you feel good. If you feel good, you play good. If...
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BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA - OCTOBER 16: Anthony Richardson #15 of the Florida Gators scores a touchdown during the second half against the LSU Tigers at Tiger Stadium on October 16, 2021 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)

NFL.com Fumbles on Predictions of 2023 First Round Draft Picks

By Daniel Kelly | April 8, 2023
There is nothing that's more unfair to prospects in the NFL Draft than to overhype...
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TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA - NOVEMBER 26: Robby Ashford #9 of the Auburn Tigers breaks away from Brian Branch #14 of the Alabama Crimson Tide as he rushes for a touchdown during the first half at Bryant-Denny Stadium on November 26, 2022 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Football is not Important to Brian Branch

By Daniel Kelly | April 7, 2023
It took 11 games to see first-round ability come out of Alabama's Brian Branch. That's...
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ATHENS, GEORGIA - NOVEMBER 05: Hendon Hooker #5 of the Tennessee Volunteers scrambles during the fourth quarter against the Georgia Bulldogs at Sanford Stadium on November 05, 2022 in Athens, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)

Pre-Draft Concerns Swirling Around Hendon Hooker

By Daniel Kelly | April 6, 2023
As the talk of Tennessee's Hendon Hooker going in the first-round of the upcoming 2023...
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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MARCH 04: Quarterback Malik Cunningham of Louisville participates in a drill during the NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on March 04, 2023 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)

Ravens Replacing Lamar Jackson with Malik Cunningham?

By Daniel Kelly | April 5, 2023
The Ravens and their star quarterback (QB) Lamar Jackson have reached an impasse in their...
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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - MARCH 03: Quarterback Malik Cunningham of Louisville speaks to the media during the NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on March 3, 2023 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images)

Malik Cunningham Over Anthony Richardson and Will Levis?

By Daniel Kelly | April 4, 2023
As outlandish as it may sound to suggest Louisville's Malik Cunningham is a better quarterback...
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AMES, IA - NOVEMBER 5: Running back Justin Johnson Jr. #26 of the West Virginia Mountaineers is tackled by defensive end Will McDonald IV #9 of the Iowa State Cyclones as defensive lineman MJ Anderson #3 of the Iowa State Cyclones defends in the first half of play at Jack Trice Stadium on November 5, 2022 in Ames, Iowa. (Photo by David K Purdy/Getty Images)

Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese -Will McDonald IV, Iowa State University

By William Yanish | April 3, 2023
Despite all the pre-draft hype, First Round Mock's William Yanish is not seeing Iowa State...
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LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY - OCTOBER 05: Micale Cunningham #3 of the Louisville Cardinals in action in the game against the Boston College Eagles at Cardinal Stadium on October 05, 2019 in Louisville, Kentucky. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)

Former NFL Scout’s Shocking First Round Value Board 2.0

By Daniel Kelly | April 2, 2023
I must warn you, what you are about to read is different than anything else...
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AUSTIN, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 18: Bijan Robinson #5 of the Texas Longhorns and Keilan Robinson #7 warm up before the game against the Rice Owls at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on September 18, 2021 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)

A MUST Have Snack For Draft Parties This Year

By Victoria Jonach | April 2, 2023
First Round Mock's Victoria Jonach has found the perfect snack for your NFL Draft party...
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AUSTIN, TEXAS - NOVEMBER 25: Texas Governor Greg Abbott greets Bijan Robinson #5 of the Texas Longhorns after the game against the Baylor Bears at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on November 25, 2022 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)

“5” is the Lucky Number for Bijan Robinson

By Victoria Jonach | April 1, 2023
Every piece of information is important in the evaluation process. First Round Mock's Victoria Jonach...
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BATON ROUGE, LA - NOVEMBER 05: Alabama Crimson Tide running back Jahmyr Gibbs (1) catches a pass during a game between the Alabama Crimson Tide and the LSU Tigers on November 05, 2022, at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. (Photo by John Korduner/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Jahmyr Gibbs: Late Second Round Role Player

By Daniel Kelly | March 31, 2023
There is a lot of excitement surrounding Alabama's Jahmyr Gibbs, but he doesn't fit the...
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COLLEGE PARK, MD - OCTOBER 01: Iowa Hawkeyes defensive lineman Lukas Van Ness (91) before a college football game between the Maryland Terrapins and the Iowa Hawkeyes on October 01, 2021, at Capital One Field at Maryland Stadium, in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by Tony Quinn/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

The Luke Van Ness Monster -Lukas Van Ness, DE University of Iowa

By William Yanish | March 30, 2023
Find out why First Round Mock NFL Draft Analyst William Yanish calls Iowa defensive end...
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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - MARCH 03: Kentucky quarterback Will Levis answers questions from the media during the NFL Scouting Combine on March 3, 2023, at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, IN. (Photo by Zach Bolinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Red Flags Surround Will Levis Prior to 2023 NFL Draft

By Daniel Kelly | March 30, 2023
Kentucky's Will Levis is one of the most polarizing prospects in the 2023 NFL Draft....
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TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA - OCTOBER 08: Bryce Young #9 of the Alabama Crimson Tide looks on during pregame warmups prior to facing the Texas A&M Aggies at Bryant-Denny Stadium on October 08, 2022 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

12 Games Prove Bryce Young is 2023 NFL Draft QB1

By Daniel Kelly | March 29, 2023
Alabama's Bryce Young made a huge jump on game film from 2021 to 2022. In...
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COLLEGE PARK, MARYLAND - NOVEMBER 19: C.J. Stroud #7 of the Ohio State Buckeyes holds a Nike football during the game against the Maryland Terrapins at SECU Stadium on November 19, 2022 in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)

10 Games Prove C.J. Stroud Will be a Superstar in the NFL

By Daniel Kelly | March 28, 2023
Ohio State's C.J. Stroud is consistent and he is efficient. These are two benchmark characteristics...
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CLEMSON, SC - OCTOBER 22: Clemson Tigers defensive tackle Bryan Bresee (11) pursues a play on defense during a college football game against the Syracuse Orange on October 22, 2022 at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, South Carolina. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Bryan Bresee, Myles Murphy: More than Just Muscle?

By Victoria Jonach | March 27, 2023
First Round Mock's Victoria Jonach takes an interesting off the field look at two prospects...
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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - JANUARY 10: Alabama Crimson Tide LB Will Anderson Jr. (31) eyes Georgia Bulldogs QB Stetson Bennett (13) during the Alabama Crimson Tide versus the Georgia Bulldogs in the College Football Playoff National Championship, on January 10, 2022, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, IN. (Photo by Michael Allio/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Will Anderson Jr. Ain’t No Micah Parsons

By Daniel Kelly | March 27, 2023
Alabama's Will Anderson Jr. is one of the most hyped NFL Draft prospects we've seen....
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GLENDALE, AZ - DECEMBER 31: TCU Horned Frogs wide receiver Quentin Johnston (1) prays on the field while waiting for a replay review during the VRBO Fiesta Bowl college football national championship semifinal game between the Michigan Wolverines and the TCU Horned Frogs on December 31, 2022 at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Kevin Abele/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Alarming Concerns Surface About Quentin Johnston

By Daniel Kelly | March 26, 2023
TCU wide receiver Quentin Johnston played in the biggest game of his college football career...
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TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA - NOVEMBER 13: Will Anderson Jr. #31 of the Alabama Crimson Tide looks at the scoreboard during the third quarter in the game against the New Mexico State Aggies at Bryant-Denny Stadium on November 13, 2021 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Where is Your Will? Will Anderson Jr., Alabama

By William Yanish | March 25, 2023
First Round Mock's William Yanish shares some shocking discoveries about Alabama EDGE rusher Will Anderson...
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OXFORD, MISSISSIPPI - NOVEMBER 12: Bryce Young #9 of the Alabama Crimson Tide warms up before the game against the Mississippi Rebels at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium on November 12, 2022 in Oxford, Mississippi. (Photo by Justin Ford/Getty Images)

Bryce Young: NIL Celebrity, Serious NFL Prospect, or Both?

By Victoria Jonach | March 25, 2023
First Round Mock's Victoria Jonach takes a look at what 2023 NFL Draft prospect Bryce...
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GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA - NOVEMBER 12: Anthony Richardson #15 of the Florida Gators throws a pass during the first half of a game against the South Carolina Gamecocks at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on November 12, 2022 in Gainesville, Florida. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images)

Why it’s not Fair to Draft Anthony Richardson in the First Round

By Daniel Kelly | March 24, 2023
Despite the mainstream NFL Draft Platforms consensus that Florida's Anthony Richardson should be a first-round...
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AUSTIN, TEXAS - NOVEMBER 25: Bijan Robinson #5 of the Texas Longhorns runs the ball in the fourth quarter against the Baylor Bears at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on November 25, 2022 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)

Ezekiel Elliott is a Better Running Back than Bijan Robinson

By Daniel Kelly | March 23, 2023
While the rest of the free world thinks Longhorns' Bijan Robinson is the best running...
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ATHENS, GA - OCTOBER 16: Jalen Carter #88 tackles Will Levis #7 as he is making a pass during a game between Kentucky Wildcats and Georgia Bulldogs at Sanford Stadium on October 16, 2021 in Athens, Georgia. (Photo by Steven Limentani/ISI Photos/Getty Images)

Former NFL Scout Defends Jalen Carter With 11 Games

By Daniel Kelly | March 22, 2023
It's been a rough off-season for Georgia's superstar defensive tackle Jalen Carter. As someone who...
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TAMPA, FLORIDA - SEPTEMBER 11: Anthony Richardson #15 of the Florida Gators rushes for a fourth quarter touchdown during a game against the South Florida Bulls at Raymond James Stadium on September 11, 2021 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

10 Games Prove Anthony Richardson is a Bust

By Daniel Kelly | March 21, 2023
Florida's Anthony Richardson is the most polarizing prospect in the 2023 NFL Draft. Some believe...
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GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA - NOVEMBER 12: Anthony Richardson #15 of the Florida Gators arrives carrying a bag of skittles before the start of a game against the South Carolina Gamecocks at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on November 12, 2022 in Gainesville, Florida. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images)

Anthony Richardson: One of the “NFL’s Bravest”

By Victoria Jonach | March 19, 2023
First Round Mock's Victoria Jonach takes a fascinating behind the scenes look at the 2023...
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OXFORD, MISSISSIPPI - OCTOBER 01: Will Levis #7 of the Kentucky Wildcats warms up before the game against the Mississippi Rebels at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium on October 01, 2022 in Oxford, Mississippi. (Photo by Justin Ford/Getty Images)

10 Games Prove Will Levis is a Bust

By Daniel Kelly | March 19, 2023
These 10 games over the past two seasons have raised a lot of red flags...
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STILLWATER, OK - OCTOBER 22: Running back Bijan Robinson #5 of the Texas Longhorns runs for a 15-yard gain before getting brought down by safety Sean Michael Flanagan #18 and cornerback Jabbar Muhammad #7 of the Oklahoma State Cowboys in the second quarter at Boone Pickens Stadium on October 22, 2022 in Stillwater, Oklahoma. Oklahoma State won 41-34. (Photo by Brian Bahr/Getty Images)

5 College Football Players with Vehicle Endorsement Deals

By Victoria Jonach | March 18, 2023
Within the last two years, the world of college sports was shaken by the NCAA...
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GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA - NOVEMBER 27: Anthony Richardson #15 of the Florida Gators takes the field before the start of a game against the Florida State Seminoles at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on November 27, 2021 in Gainesville, Florida. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images)

Warning From Former Scout: 5 First Round 2023 NFL Draft Busts

By Daniel Kelly | March 17, 2023
The game film does not lie, and it says these five draft prospects should be...
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CHAMPAIGN, ILLINOIS - AUGUST 27: Sydney Brown #30 of the Illinois Fighting Illini breaks up a pass in the endzone intended for Treyton Welch #81 of the Wyoming Cowboys during the first half at Memorial Stadium on August 27, 2022 in Champaign, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Instincts Guide Sydney Brown Into The Second Round

By Thomas Morris | March 16, 2023
First Round Mock's Thomas Morris unpacks his evaluation of Illinois safety Sydney Brown and says...
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PASADENA, CA - JANUARY 28: American team quarterback Lindsey Scott University of Incarnate Word (1) during the 2023 NFLPA Collegiate Bowl game between the American Team and the National Team on January 28, 2023, at Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA. (Photo by Jordon Kelly/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Word Up -Lindsey Scott Jr., University of the Incarnate Word

By William Yanish | March 15, 2023
First Round Mock's William Yanish studied the game film of quarterback (QB) Lindsey Scott Jr,...
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JACKSONVILLE, FL - OCTOBER 29: Georgia Bulldogs defensive lineman Jalen Carter (88) tries to wrap up Florida Gators quarterback Anthony Richardson (15) during the college football game between the Florida Gators and Georgia Bulldogs on October 29, 2022, at TIAA Bank Field in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by John Adams/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Former NFL Scout’s Shocking First Round Mock Value Board

By Daniel Kelly | March 15, 2023
I must warn you, what you are about to read is different than anything else...
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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MARCH 04: Luke Musgrave of Oregon State participates in the 40-yard dash during the NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on March 04, 2023 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)

Luke Musgrave: Biggest First Round Risk in the 2023 NFL Draft

By Daniel Kelly | March 14, 2023
Oregon State's Luke Musgrave was one of the best tight-ends (TE) I've ever seen. In...
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GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA - SEPTEMBER 25: Hendon Hooker #5 of the Tennessee Volunteers looks to pass during a game against the Florida Gators at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on September 25, 2021 in Gainesville, Florida. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images)

Hendon Hooker Not Anthony Richardson Says Former Scout

By Daniel Kelly | March 13, 2023
When it comes to quarterbacks, the game film says Tennessee's Hendon Hooker is better than...
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