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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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NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - AUGUST 31: Nolan Smith #4 of the Georgia Bulldogs at Vanderbilt Stadium on August 31, 2019 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Frederick Breedon/Getty Images)

Bulldogs’ Nolan Smith Is Playing The Wrong Position

By Daniel Kelly | September 24, 2022
Nolan Smith is lining up at the wrong position for the Georgia Bulldogs. This is...
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Eli Ricks, Quit the Hype

By Skyler Meikrantz | September 24, 2022
Eli Ricks, a recent cornerback transfer from LSU to the University of Alabama, is being...
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Los Angeles, CA - August 04: USC wide receiver Jordan Addison talks with reporters on media day at University of Southern California on Thursday, Aug. 4, 2022 in Los Angeles, CA. (Wesley Lapointe / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)

Jordan Addison Has That First-Round Look

By Daniel Kelly | September 23, 2022
There is much to be said for first impressions, and Jordan Addison has the look...
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PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - SEPTEMBER 20: The Philadelphia Eagles defense casts a shadow on the football against the Los Angeles Rams offense in the first half at Lincoln Financial Field on September 20, 2020 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

QB2: 19 NFL Teams Could Have a Problem in 2023

By Daniel Kelly | September 23, 2022
Nobody gives it much thought in the NFL until the starter goes down. We're talking...
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AUSTIN, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 03: Bijan Robinson #5 of the Texas Longhorns is tripped up by Lu Tillery #0 of the Louisiana Monroe Warhawks in the first half at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on September 03, 2022 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)

Longhorns’ Bijan Robinson Isn’t A NFL Franchise Back

By Daniel Kelly | September 22, 2022
Bijan Robinson does not look elite. He has some impressive characteristics a team would want...
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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - SEPTEMBER 04: Wide receiver Kayshon Boutte #7 of the LSU Tigers looks on during the game against the Florida State Seminoles at Caesars Superdome on September 04, 2022 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

Not So Fast On Giving Kayshon Boutte A First-Round Grade

By Daniel Kelly | September 21, 2022
Kayshon Boutte has been anointed as a first-round selection in the 2023 NFL Draft. However,...
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PASADENA, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 01: Jaxon Smith-Njigba #11 of the Ohio State Buckeyes eludes the tackle of Vonte Davis #9 of the Utah Utes during the second half of the Rose Bowl game at Rose Bowl Stadium on January 01, 2022 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)

Jaxon Smith-Njigba Looks Like A Real Catch

By Daniel Kelly | September 21, 2022
Jaxon Smith-Njigba is a star receiver in the NFL waiting to happen. They call him,...
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ATLANTA, GA - SEPTEMBER 05: Clemson Tigers defensive end Myles Murphy (98) warms up for the game between the Clemson Tigers and the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets on September 5, 2022 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Michael Wade/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

What’s Not To Love About Clemson’s Myles Murphy?

By Daniel Kelly | September 19, 2022
Clemson edge rusher Myles Murphy is currently projected by CBS Sports to go No. 10...
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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - JANUARY 10: University of Georgia defensive lineman Jalen Carter #88 of the Bulldog football team blocks a field goal attempt by place kicker Will Reichard #16 from the University of Alabama during the 2022 College Football Playoff Championship game between University of Georgia and University of Alabama at Lucas Oil Stadium on January 10, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Perry McIntyre/ISI Photos/Getty Images)

Bulldogs’ Jalen Carter Has Hall of Fame Talent

By Daniel Kelly | September 18, 2022
Jalen Carter looks special. The Georgia defensive tackle (DT) jumped off the screen the first...
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AUSTIN, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 10: Will Anderson Jr. #31 of the Alabama Crimson Tide takes the field before the game against the Texas Longhorns at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on September 10, 2022 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)

Alabama’s Will Anderson Jr. Looks Like An Underachiever

By Daniel Kelly | September 17, 2022
Nothing scares me more as an evaluator than an underachiever. If you look at Alabama's...
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ARLINGTON, TX - APRIL 26: NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell holds a cue card during the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft at AT&T Stadium on April 26, 2018 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Former Scout’s Shocking Early 2023 NFL Draft QB Big Board

By Daniel Kelly | September 16, 2022
The names are out there for the 2023 NFL Draft. We've seen the opinions of...
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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - SEPTEMBER 04: Quarterback Jayden Daniels #5 of the LSU Tigers reacts after a touchdown against the Florida State Seminoles at Caesars Superdome on September 04, 2022 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

Former NFL Scout Would Take Jayden Daniels Over Trey Lance

By Daniel Kelly | September 15, 2022
It's the truth. Jayden Daniels looks better than Trey Lance did on his college game...
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BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA - OCTOBER 16: Anthony Richardson #15 of the Florida Gators reacts against the LSU Tigers during a game at Tiger Stadium on October 16, 2021 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)

Former NFL Scout Says Anthony Richardson Looks Like A Bust

By Daniel Kelly | September 14, 2022
Don't believe the hype about the Gator's Anthony Richardson. Not because I say so, but...
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FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS - SEPTEMBER 10: K.J. Jefferson #1 of the Arkansas Razorbacks runs the ball to the one yard line during the second half of a game against the South Carolina Gamecocks 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)

K.J. Jefferson Is Not Cam Newton 2.0

By Daniel Kelly | September 13, 2022
K.J. Jefferson has received a lofty comparison to QB Cam Newton. However, I see something...
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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - JANUARY 10: Robert Beal Jr. #33 of the Georgia Bulldogs reacts to sacking Bryce Young #9 of the Alabama Crimson Tide in the fourth quarter of the game during the 2022 CFP National Championship Game at Lucas Oil Stadium on January 10, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)

Bryce Young Headed To The CFL?

By Daniel Kelly | September 12, 2022
Everyone and their brother believes Bryce Young is an elite talent. Everyone except me. In...
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GAINESVILLE, FL - SEPTEMBER 10: Florida Gators linebacker Amari Burney (2) sacks Kentucky Wildcats quarterback Will Levis (7) during the game between the Kentucky Wildcats and the Florida Gators on September 10, 2022 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium at Florida Field in Gainesville, Fl. (Photo by David Rosenblum/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Will Levis Is Overrated

By Daniel Kelly | September 11, 2022
There is all this talk about Will Levis going in the first-round of the 2023...
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MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 23: Devin Leary #13 of the North Carolina State Wolfpack warms up prior to the game against the Miami Hurricanes at Hard Rock Stadium on October 23, 2021 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Mark Brown/Getty Images)

Devin Leary Is Not A First-Round NFL Draft Prospect

By Daniel Kelly | September 10, 2022
Devin Leary is an interesting prospect in the 2023 NFL Draft, and several major platforms...
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CHESTNUT HILL, MASSACHUSETTS - NOVEMBER 28: Malik Cunningham #3 of the Louisville Cardinals throws against the Boston College Eagles at Alumni Stadium on November 28, 2020 in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Malik Cunningham Is The Biggest Wildcard In The Draft

By Daniel Kelly | September 9, 2022
Malik Cunningham is a dynamic football player and he brings back memories of an NFL...
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MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - NOVEMBER 20: Tyler Van Dyke #9 of the Miami Hurricanes throws a pass for a touchdown against the Virginia Tech Hokies during the first half at Hard Rock Stadium on November 20, 2021 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Mark Brown/Getty Images)

Hurricanes’ QB Tyler Van Dyke Is A Loose Cannon

By Daniel Kelly | September 8, 2022
This is my affectionate nickname for Tyler Van Dyke, due to the fact half of...
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EUGENE, OREGON - SEPTEMBER 04: Quarterback Jake Haener #9 of the Fresno State Bulldogs avoids the rush of defensive tackle Popo Aumavae #50 of the Oregon Ducks during the first quarter of the game at Autzen Stadium on September 04, 2021 in Eugene, Oregon. Oregon won 31-24. (Photo by Steve Dykes/Getty Images)

Fresno State QB Jake Haener Gunning For The 2023 NFL Draft

By Daniel Kelly | September 7, 2022
Fresno State's Jake Haener is a gunslinger. The Fresno State quarterback (QB) had a big...
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CLEMSON, SC - APRIL 09: Clemson quarterback DJ Uiagalelei (5) during the annual Clemson Orange and White Spring football game on April 9, 2022 at Clemson Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. (Photo by John Byrum/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Clemson QB D.J. Uiagalelei Going To The Ravens On Draft Day?

By Daniel Kelly | September 6, 2022
David John Uiagalelei (D.J.) has two traits which are highly desirable to the Baltimore Ravens....
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TAMPA, FLORIDA - SEPTEMBER 03: Jaren Hall #3 of the Brigham Young Cougars throws a pass in the first quarter against the South Florida Bulls at Raymond James Stadium on September 03, 2022 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)

BYU QB Jaren Hall Is Better Than Zach Wilson

By Daniel Kelly | September 5, 2022
When comparing Jaren Hall's 2021 game film against Zach Wilson's 2020 game film at BYU,...
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TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA - OCTOBER 23: Hendon Hooker #5 of the Tennessee Volunteers tries to ge away from Christian Harris #8 of the Alabama Crimson Tide at Bryant Denny Stadium on October 23, 2021 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama (Photo by Marvin Gentry/Getty Images )

Tennessee QB Hendon Hooker Just Outside Of First-Round

By Daniel Kelly | September 4, 2022
Hendon Hooker has one of the most desirable traits for his position. Hooker is efficient....
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ATLANTA, GA - OCTOBER 31: Coastal Carolina quarterback Grayson McCall (10) makes a throw down field during the third quarter of a college football game between the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers and Georgia State Panthers on October 31, 2020, at Center Parc Credit Union Stadium in Atlanta, GA. (Photo by Austin McAfee/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Coastal Carolina’s Grayson McCall Knocking On First-Round Door

By Daniel Kelly | September 3, 2022
Every conversation about Grayson McCall circles around the record he broke last season. The Coastal...
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LOUISVILLE, KY - OCTOBER 09: Virginia Cavaliers quarterback Brennan Armstrong (5) throws a pass during the first quarter of the college football game between the Virginia Cavaliers and Louisville Cardinals on October 9, 2021, at Cardinal Stadium in Louisville, KY. (Photo by Frank Jansky/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Virginia QB Brennan Armstrong Is A First-Round NFL Prospect

By Daniel Kelly | September 2, 2022
Virginia Cavaliers' Brennan Armstrong has developed into a first-round prospect for the 2023 NFL Draft....
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STANFORD, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 25: Tanner McKee #18 of the Stanford Cardinal drops back to pass against the UCLA Bruins during the first quarter of an NCAA football game at Stanford Stadium on September 25, 2021 in Stanford, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

Tanner McKee Reminds Former NFL Scout of Mac Jones

By Daniel Kelly | September 1, 2022
Tanner McKee makes it look easy, and nothing is a greater predictor of success at...
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NORMAN, OK - SEPTEMBER 28: Quarterback Spencer Rattler #7 of the Oklahoma Sooners warms up before the game against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium on September 28, 2019 in Norman, Oklahoma. The Sooners defeated the Red Raiders 55-16. (Photo by Brett Deering/Getty Images)

Spencer Rattler Is The Next Patrick Mahomes

By Daniel Kelly | August 31, 2022
There was controversy surrounding Spencer Rattler as he transferred from Oklahoma to South Carolina last...
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ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN - NOVEMBER 27: C.J. Stroud #7 of the Ohio State Buckeyes throws a pass in the second half of the game against the Michigan Wolverines at Michigan Stadium on November 27, 2021 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. (Photo by Mike Mulholland/Getty Images)

Former NFL Scout Calls C.J. Stroud “Generational Talent”

By Daniel Kelly | August 30, 2022
C.J. Stroud is a generational talent in the 2023 NFL Draft. The great ones make...
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2022 NFL Draft: Ex-Jets Scout Releases New Shocking First Round Mock Draft

By Daniel Kelly | April 17, 2022
Former Jets scout Daniel Kelly makes some bold takes in this mock draft, predicting all...
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