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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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BALTIMORE, MD - NOVEMBER 12: Notre Dame tight end Michael Mayer (87) runs after a catch during the Notre Dame Fighting Irish versus Navy Midshipmen game on November 12, 2022 at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, MD. (Photo by Randy Litzinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Game Film Reveals Concerns About Michael Mayer?

First Round Mock NFL Draft Analyst Ken Becks looked at the game film and sees somethings...
ATLANTA, GA - SEPTEMBER 04: Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Brian Branch (14) during the Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game between the Miami Hurricanes and the Alabama Crimson Tide on September 4, 2021 at Mercedes Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.  (Photo by Michael Wade/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

What Nobody Will Tell You About NFL Draft Prospect Brian Branch

Alabama's Brian Branch is supposed to be a first-round prospect in the upcoming 2023 NFL...
FAYETTEVILLE, AR - OCTOBER 01: Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Bryce Young (9) hands off to Alabama Crimson Tide running back Jahmyr Gibbs (1) during the college football game between the Alabama Crimson Tide and Arkansas Razorbacks on October 1, 2022, at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium in Fayetteville, Arkansas. (Photo by Andy Altenburger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

The One Thing Jahmyr Gibbs Doesn’t Have

There's a lot to like about Alabama's running back Jahmyr Gibbs. He's tough as nails...
GLENDALE, ARIZONA - JANUARY 02: Linebacker Noah Sewell #1 of the Oregon Ducks celebrates after a defensive stop on fourth down against the Iowa State Cyclones during the first half of the PlayStation Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium on January 02, 2021 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Game Film Exposes Noah Sewell

Oregon linebacker Noah Sewell got bad advice when he declared recently for the 2023 NFL...
ATHENS, GEORGIA - NOVEMBER 05: Jalin Hyatt #11 of the Tennessee Volunteers warms up prior to playing the Georgia Bulldogs at Sanford Stadium on November 05, 2022 in Athens, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)

Should Jalin Hyatt be WR1 in the 2023 Draft Class?

First Round Mock NFL Draft Analyst Ken Becks recognizes the smokin' speed and big reputation...
AUSTIN, TEXAS - OCTOBER 15: Bijan Robinson #5 of the Texas Longhorns runs the ball while defended by Anthony Johnson Jr. #1 of the Iowa State Cyclones in the first half at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on October 15, 2022 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)

Is Bijan Robinson a Rare Talent in the 2023 NFL Draft?

First Round Mock NFL Draft Analyst Ken Becks isn't sold on what Texas running back...
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - DECEMBER 31: Bryce Young #9 of the Alabama Crimson Tide celebrates after recieving MVP award during of the Allstate Sugar Bowl against the Kansas State Wildcats at Caesars Superdome on December 31, 2022 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Alabama Crimson Tide won the game 45 - 20. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)

Bryce Young: Is He Worthy Of A Top 32 Overall Selection?

First Round Mock NFL Draft Analyst Ken Becks breaks down Alabama's Bryce Young and grades...
AUSTIN, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 10: Bryce Young #9 of the Alabama Crimson Tide avoids a sack by Ryan Watts #6 of the Texas Longhorns in the third quarter at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on September 10, 2022 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)

Bryce Young Earns First Round Grade From Former NFL Scout

Bryce Young showed dramatic improvement on his 2022 game film. This Alabama quarterback showed the...
ORLANDO, FLORIDA - JANUARY 01: Will Levis #7 of the Kentucky Wildcats looks on during the second half against the Iowa Hawkeyes in the Citrus Bowl at Camping World Stadium on January 01, 2022 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images)

Expect Will Levis to Look Overwhelmed in the NFL

While Will Levis showed some improvement this season, his game film exposed major concerns heading...
COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS - NOVEMBER 05: Anthony Richardson #15 of the Florida Gators scrambles in the second quarter against the Texas A&M Aggies at Kyle Field on November 05, 2022 in College Station, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)

Anthony Richardson: Nothing More than a Glorified Option Quarterback

I don't mean to shoot down the hype surrounding Anthony Richardson, but the game film...
LYNCHBURG, VA - OCTOBER 22: BYU Cougars quarterback Jaren Hall (3) hands the ball to wide receiver Puka Nacua (12) during a college football game between the BYU Cougars and the Liberty Flames on October 22, 2022, at Williams Stadium in Lynchburg, VA. (Photo by Lee Coleman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Jaren Hall Leaves Former NFL Scout Wanting to See More

Jaren Hall is special. He does a phenomenal job playing within himself and he is...
WEST LAFAYETTE, IN - APRIL 06: Purdue Boilermakers quarterback Aidan O'Connell (16) throws to the sidelines during the Purdue spring game on April 6, 2019, at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, IN. (Photo by Zach Bolinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Aidan O’Connell To Backup Jaguars’ Trevor Lawrence?

There is something about Purdue's Aidan O'Connell. This quarterback (QB) recently declared for the 2023...
PALO ALTO, CA - NOVEMBER 27: Stanford Cardinal quarterback Tanner McKee (18) releases a pass during the game between Notre Dame and Stanford Cardinals on Saturday, November 27, 2021 at Stanford Stadium in Palo Alto, California. (Photo by Douglas Stringer/IconSportswire)

Man on a Mission -Tanner McKee, The Stanford Cardinal

Tanner McKee. This is a name that hasn’t been mentioned very much during this draft...
COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS - NOVEMBER 05: Anthony Richardson #15 of the Florida Gators signals at the line of scrimmage in the first half against the Texas A&M Aggies at Kyle Field on November 05, 2022 in College Station, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)

Time For NFL Teams To Rethink Draft Strategy?

Brock Purdy was the last player selected in the 2022 NFL Draft, and he should...
STATE COLLEGE, PA - SEPTEMBER 25: Joey Porter Jr. #9 of the Penn State Nittany Lions warms up before the game against the Villanova Wildcats at Beaver Stadium on September 25, 2021 in State College, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

What Are The Main Concerns About Joey Porter Jr.?

Penn State's Joey Porter Jr. made his moves this season in more ways than one....
ARLINGTON, TX - DECEMBER 3: Max Duggan #15 of the TCU Horned Frogs stays down after running for a touchdown against the Kansas State Wildcats in the second half of the Big 12 Football Championship at AT&T Stadium on December 3, 2022 in Arlington, Texas. Kansas State won 31-28 in overtime. (Photo by Ron Jenkins/Getty Images)

Duggan a Hole -TCU QB Max Duggan

I make it a point to try not to read other’s material on players before...
STATE COLLEGE, PA - OCTOBER 01: Chop Robinson #44 of the Penn State Nittany Lions in action against Peter Skoronski #77 of the Northwestern Wildcats during the first half at Beaver Stadium on October 1, 2022 in State College, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

Peter Skoronski is an Elite Run Blocker

That statement about Northwestern's Peter Skoronski, is a double-edged sword. On one hand, it is...
CLEMSON, SC - NOVEMBER 12: Clemson Tigers defensive end Myles Murphy (98) during a college football game between the Louisville Cardinals and the Clemson Tigers on November 12, 2022, at Clemson Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. (Photo by John Byrum/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Myles Murphy is Underwhelming on Game Film

On December 14 Clemson's Myles Murphy declared for the 2023 NFL Draft. He got some...
AUSTIN, TEXAS - OCTOBER 15: Bijan Robinson #5 of the Texas Longhorns walks to the sideline in the second half against the Iowa State Cyclones at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on October 15, 2022 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)

Bijan Robinson is No Saquon Barkley

Texas' Bijan Robinson is good, but he is not elite. The popular narrative out there...
ATHENS, GA - NOVEMBER 05: Jalin Hyatt #11 of the Tennessee Volunteers fails to bring in the catch in the first half against the Georgia Bulldogs at Sanford Stadium on November 5, 2022 in Athens, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)

Jalin Hyatt Drops to the Third Round

The draft stock of Jalin Hyatt is falling. Not even a month ago, in the...
AUBURN, ALABAMA - SEPTEMBER 04: Defensive end Derick Hall #29 of the Auburn Tigers and running back Shaun Shivers #8 of the Auburn Tigers carry flags while running out of their tunnel prior to their game against the Auburn Tigers at Jordan-Hare Stadium on September 04, 2021 in Auburn, Alabama. (Photo by Michael Chang/Getty Images)

Is Derick Hall Micah Parsons 2.0?

That is quite a comparison to weigh when it comes to Auburn's edge Derick Hall,...
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - DECEMBER 19: A detail view of the shoulder pad belonging to Ohio State Buckeyes offensive lineman Dawand Jones (79) rests on the field in action during the Big Ten Championship game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Northwestern Wildcats on December 19, 2020 at Lucas Oil stadium, in Indianapolis, IN. (Photo by Robin Alam/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Former NFL Scout Gives Dawand Jones Second Round Grade

Ohio State's Dawand Jones is big and he is a technician. The Buckeyes' right tackle...
GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA - SEPTEMBER 25: Emory Jones #5 of the Florida Gators looks to pass against Byron Young #6 of the Tennessee Volunteers during the second quarter of a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on September 25, 2021 in Gainesville, Florida. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images)

Being An Underachiever Drops Byron Young Out Of First Round

Tennessee edge Byron Young does a lot of good stuff on his 2022 game film,...
SOUTH BEND, IN - APRIL 23: Notre Dame Fighting Irish defensive lineman Isaiah Foskey (7) looks on during the Notre Dame Blue-Gold Spring Football Game on April 23, 2022 at Notre Dame Stadium in South Bend, IN. (Photo by Robin Alam/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Isaiah Foskey’s Draft Stock Plummeting

After watching six games of Isaiah Foskey over the past two seasons, he is off...
SOUTH BEND, INDIANA - SEPTEMBER 17: Michael Mayer #87 of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish celebrates a touchdown reception against the California Golden Bears during the second half at Notre Dame Stadium on September 17, 2022 in South Bend, Indiana. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Is Michael Mayer The Next Gronk?

Notre Dame tight end Michael Mayer has had NFL eyes on him for years, and...
ATLANTA, GA  DECEMBER 03:  Georgia quarterback Stetson Bennett (13) throws a pass as he is hit by LSU defensive end BJ Ojulari (18) during the SEC Championship football game between the LSU Tigers and the Georgia Bulldogs on December 3rd, 2022 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA.  (Photo by Rich von Biberstein/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Two Things Will Keep BJ Ojulari Out Of The First Round

BJ Ojulari will should be selected by an NFL team that has a losing record....
BOULDER, CO - SEPTEMBER 18:  Offensive lineman John Michael Schmitz #60 of the Minnesota Golden Gophers walks off the field after a 30-0 win over the Colorado Buffaloes at Folsom Field on September 18, 2021 in Boulder, Colorado.  (Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images)

John Michael Schmitz Moves Into The First Round

John Michael Schmitz is this year's first-round center. Last year it was Iowa's Tyler Linderbaum....
ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN - NOVEMBER 27: Jaxon Smith-Njigba #11 of the Ohio State Buckeyes and Rod Moore #19 of the Michigan Wolverines talk during the first quarter at Michigan Stadium on November 27, 2021 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. (Photo by Mike Mulholland/Getty Images)

The Jaxon Smith-Njigba Disrespect Needs To Stop

What happened to one of the most prolific receiving talents from 2021? Injuries stole a...
GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA - NOVEMBER 13: Emory Jones #5 and Anthony Richardson #15 of the Florida Gators look on after defeating the Samford Bulldogs 70-52 in a game at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on November 13, 2021 in Gainesville, Florida. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images)

Anthony Richardson Earns Undraftable Free Agent NFL Grade?

It’s getting worse and worse each year with wanna be quarterbacks, and such is the...
MANHATTAN, KS - NOVEMBER 30:  Linebacker Will McDonald #9 of the Iowa State Cyclones sacks quarterback Skylar Thompson #10 of the Kansas State Wildcats during the first half at Bill Snyder Family Football Stadium on November 30, 2019 in Manhattan, Kansas. (Photo by Peter G. Aiken/Getty Images)

Iowa State Edge Will McDonald Flashes Ability

Evaluating and writing up guys like Will McDonald IV are always the most challenging and...
WINSTON-SALEM, NC - SEPTEMBER 24: A.T. Perry (9) of the Wake Forest Demon Deacons celebrates after scoring a touch down during a football game between the Wake Forest Demon Deacons and the Clemson Tigers on September 24, 2022, at Truist Field in Winston-Salem, NC. (Photo by David Jensen/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Time To Add A.T. Perry To The First Round NFL Draft Board

It was apparent after watching the first twenty seconds of his game film, Wake Forest...
Las Vegas, CA - December 02: USC Trojans linebacker Ralen Goforth, receives a penalty after hitting Utah Utes quarterback Cameron Rising during the third quarter of the Pac-12 Championship at Allegiant Stadium on Friday, Dec. 2, 2022 in Las Vegas, CA.(Wally Skalij / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)

Bad Man Rising – Utah QB Cameron Rising

Every year, as a draft analyst, you have to decide who your QB1 will be...
PITTSBURGH, PA - SEPTEMBER 10: Tennessee Volunteers wide receiver Cedric Tillman (4) looks on during the college football game between the Tennessee Volunteers and the Pittsburgh Panthers on September 10, 2022 at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA. (Photo by Mark Alberti/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Is Cedric Tillman Hines Ward 2.0?

When I went back and watched Cedric Tillman on his 2021 game film, the first...
MANHATTAN, KS - OCTOBER 30:  Center Steve Avila #79 of the TCU Horned Frogs gets set to snap the ball during the first half against the Kansas State Wildcats at Bill Snyder Family Football Stadium on October 30, 2021 in Manhattan, Kansas. (Photo by Peter G. Aiken/Getty Images)

Center Steve Avila Isn’t It

TCU Center Steve Avila looks the part, but the game film reveals he is not...
SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 04: Brock Purdy #13 of the San Francisco 49ers attempts a pass during the second quarter against the Miami Dolphins at Levi's Stadium on December 04, 2022 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

Brock Purdy Proves The NFL Wrong

49ers' Brock Purdy was thrust onto the big stage Sunday against the Dolphins, and he...
KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE - OCTOBER 29: Darnell Wright #58 and Javontez Spraggins #76 of the Tennessee Volunteers line up for a third quarter snap against the Kentucky Wildcats at Neyland Stadium on October 29, 2022 in Knoxville, Tennessee. (Photo by Eakin Howard/Getty Images)

Darnell Wright’s Draft Stock Soars After Handling Will Anderson

Tennessee's Darnell Wright got that NFL money after the performance he turned in against Alabama's...
NORMAN, OK - NOVEMBER 5: Wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. #17 of the Oklahoma Sooners pulls down a 63-yard catch for a touchdown against cornerback AJ McCarty #19 of the Baylor Bears in the first quarter at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium on November 5, 2022 in Norman, Oklahoma.  (Photo by Brian Bahr/Getty Images)

Marvin Mims: Explosive First-Round Talent

Some guy just have it, and Marvin Mims Jr. has it. NFL teams are looking...
AUSTIN, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 03: Keondre Coburn #99 of the Texas Longhorns reacts after a tackle in the second half against the Louisiana Monroe Warhawks at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on September 03, 2022 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)

Run Stuffer Keondre Coburn

Texas' Keondre Coburn is a force to be reckoned with inside on the defensive line....
COLUMBUS, OHIO - NOVEMBER 26: C.J. Stroud #7 of the Ohio State Buckeyes runs off the field at the end the second quarter of a game against the Michigan Wolverines at Ohio Stadium on November 26, 2022 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Ben Jackson/Getty Images)

Is He Though? C.J. Stroud

That’s the question that I have about Ohio State's C.J. Stroud. Who is QB1 in...
BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA - NOVEMBER 05: Eli Ricks #7 of the Alabama Crimson Tide in action against the LSU Tigers during a game at Tiger Stadium on November 05, 2022 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)

2023 NFL Draft CB1 Eli Ricks According To Former Scout

I love Eli Ricks. Yes, the LSU to Alabama cornerback (CB) transfer has battled injuries....
KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE - OCTOBER 15: Quarterback Bryce Young #9 of the Alabama Crimson Tide passes the ball in the first half against the Tennessee Volunteers at Neyland Stadium on October 15, 2022 in Knoxville, Tennessee. (Photo by Donald Page/Getty Images)

Pump The Brakes On These 5 NFL Draft Prospects

Historically, 53% of first-rounders in the NFL Draft end up being busts. Yet, we see...
COLLEGE PARK, MD - OCTOBER 22:  Northwestern Wildcats defensive lineman Adetomiwa Adebawore (99) goes after Maryland Terrapins quarterback Billy Edwards Jr. (9) during a Big10 football game between the Maryland Terrapins and the Northwestern Wildcats, on October 22, 2022, at SECU Stadium, in College Park, Maryland. (Photo by Tony Quinn/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Adetomiwa Adebawore Earns First-Round Grade

Northwestern's Adetomiwa Adebawore pass rushed his way right into my heart. He has a John...
EUGENE, OR - NOVEMBER 19: Tight end Dalton Kincaid #86 of the Utah Utes catches the ball during the third quarter in the game against the Oregon Ducks at Autzen Stadium on November 19, 2022 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Ali Gradischer/Getty Images)

Utah Tight End Dalton Kincaid Has Good Hands

Dalton Kincaid has come up in the first-round conversation for the 2023 NFL Draft. This...
College Football: Alabama Jameson Williams (1) in action, incomplete pass vs Miami Tyrique Stevenson (2) at Mercedes Benz Stadium. Sequence. Atlanta, GA 9/4/2021 CREDIT: Kevin D. Liles (Photo by Kevin D. Liles/Sports Illustrated via Getty Images) (Set Number: X163783 TK1)

Hurricanes’ Corner Tyrique Stevenson Projects To NFL Nickel

Miami's Tyrique Stevenson looks the part, but he struggles playing it. At first glance he...
ATHENS, GEORGIA - NOVEMBER 05: Javon Bullard #22 of the Georgia Bulldogs sacks Hendon Hooker #5 of the Tennessee Volunteers during the fourth quarter at Sanford Stadium on November 05, 2022 in Athens, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)

Falling Star: Hendon Hooker

It is that time of year when the the quarterbacks are in the spotlight. Some...
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS - SEPTEMBER 10: Spencer Rattler #7 of the South Carolina Gamecocks rolls out to pass during a game against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium on September 10, 2022 in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The Razorbacks defeated the Gamecocks 44-30.  (Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images)

The Forgotten Quarterback: Spencer Rattler

Spencer Rattler. The name of this quarterback (QB) will bring up some interesting reactions. College...
STATE COLLEGE, PA - OCTOBER 29: Zach Harrison #9 of the Ohio State Buckeyes lines up against the Penn State Nittany Lions during the first half at Beaver Stadium on October 29, 2022 in State College, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

Ohio State’s Zach Harrison Has a Knack For Creating Pressure

NFL teams will be looking at Ohio State edge rusher Zach Harrison, because there is...
LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 27: Brigham Young Cougars offensive lineman Blake Freeland (71) during a college football game between the BYU Cougars against the USC Trojans on November 27, 2021, at United Airlines Field at The Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Jordon Kelly/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Blake Freeland Looks Awkward Blocking

That's the one word I would use to describe Blake Freeland and how he looked...
ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN - OCTOBER 29: Keon Coleman #0 of the Michigan State Spartans receives a pass against DJ Turner #5 of the Michigan Wolverines during the second quarter at Michigan Stadium on October 29, 2022 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. (Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images)

Michigan Corner DJ Turner Allows Large Throwing Windows

DJ Turner is a competitive and physical player for Michigan. However, his physical limitations cause...
MORGANTOWN, WEST VIRGINIA - OCTOBER 29: Quentin Johnston #1 of the TCU Horned Frogs celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the West Virginia Mountaineers at Mountaineer Field on October 29, 2022 in Morgantown, West Virginia. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)

Angel or Demon: TCU Wide Receiver Quentin Johnston

There is a lot of hype surrounding TCU's Quentin Johnston. Before I ever start the...

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