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As a former NFL Scout, I have a 100% bust rate on Kentucky quarterback Will Levis. In other words, he has no chance to be a successful quarterback in the NFL. Drafting Levis in the first-round would be a catastrophic organizational mistake that would get everyone fired. I have a seventh-round grade on Will Levis. Find out why his game film translates poorly to the NFL.
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AUSTIN, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 21: Arch Manning #16 of the Texas Longhorns warms up before the game against the Louisiana Monroe Warhawks at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on September 21, 2024 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)
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TALLAHASSEE, FL - OCTOBER 14: Defensive End Jared Verse #5 of the Florida State Seminoles during the game against the Syracuse Orange at Doak Campbell Stadium on Bobby Bowden Field on October 14, 2023 in Tallahassee, Florida. The 4th ranked Seminoles defeated the Orange 41 to 3. (Photo by Don Juan Moore/Getty Images)

Jared Verse Will Dominate in the NFL

By Thomas Coletta | October 28, 2023
First Round Mock's Thomas Coletta takes a close look at FSU edge rusher Jared Verse,...
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SOUTH BEND, INDIANA - OCTOBER 14: A fan takes a selfie with Caleb Williams #13 of the USC Trojans after the Notre Dame Fighting Irish defeated the USC Trojans and rushed the field at Notre Dame Stadium on October 14, 2023 in South Bend, Indiana. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Red Flags on Caleb Williams

By William Yanish | October 27, 2023
USC quarterback (QB) Caleb Williams just hoisted another red flag. There seems to be more...
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LINCOLN, NE - DECEMBER 12: Quarterback Adrian Martinez #2 of the Nebraska Cornhuskers runs from the tackle of defensive back Tyler Nubin #27 of the Minnesota Golden Gophers and defensive back Justus Harris #21 in the second half at Memorial Stadium on December 12, 2020 in Lincoln, Nebraska. (Photo by Steven Branscombe/Getty Images)

Inconsistent: University of Minnesota Safety Tyler Nubin

By Daniel Kelly | October 25, 2023
That's the last word anybody wants to hear in the NFL about a safety, but...
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WEST LAFAYETTE, INDIANA - OCTOBER 14: Marvin Harrison Jr. #18 of the Ohio State Buckeyes runs the ball after a catch in the game against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium on October 14, 2023 in West Lafayette, Indiana. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)

Marvin Harrison Jr. Steps Into New Role as Kane Footwear Partner

By Victoria Jonach | October 24, 2023
Ohio State wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. is proving to be one of the biggest...
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MADISON, WISCONSIN - SEPTEMBER 02: Braelon Allen #0 of the Wisconsin Badgers stiff arms Clevester Hines III #9 of the Buffalo Bulls during the run at Camp Randall Stadium on September 02, 2023 in Madison, Wisconsin. (Photo by John Fisher/Getty Images)

The Next Derrick Henry: Braelon Allen, RB, Wisconsin

By Colton Edwards | October 24, 2023
MADISON, WISCONSIN - OCTOBER 22: A picture of the reflection in face shield of Braelon...
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PITTSBURGH, PA - SEPTEMBER 23: North Carolina Tar Heels quarterback Drake Maye (10) throws a pass during the college football game between the North Carolina Tar Heels and Pittsburgh Panthers on September 23, 2023 at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA. (Photo by Mark Alberti/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Drake Maye Shows Off His Selfless Side

By Victoria Jonach | October 23, 2023
North Carolina quarterback (QB) Drake Maye continues to make waves in the world of college...
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EAST LANSING, MI - NOVEMBER 13: Michigan State Spartans wide receiver Keon Coleman (0) tosses the ball to an official following a reception during a college football game between the Michigan State Spartans and the Maryland Terrapins on November 13, 2021 at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing, MI.(Photo by Adam Ruff/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Keon Coleman Didn’t Look Dominant at Michigan State

By Daniel Kelly | October 22, 2023
Wide receiver Keon Coleman has been all the rage this season at Florida State University...
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PISCATAWAY, NJ - SEPTEMBER 24: Defensive back Cooper DeJean #3 of the Iowa Hawkeyes intercepts a pass and returns for a touchdown against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights during the first quarter of a game at SHI Stadium on September 24, 2022 in Piscataway, New Jersey. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)

Clinger: Cooper DeJean, Cornerback, Iowa

By William Yanish | October 21, 2023
NFL Draft Analyst William Yanish takes a close look at the game film of Iowa's...
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TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA - SEPTEMBER 23: Jalen Milroe #4 of the Alabama Crimson Tide reacts after their 24-10 win over the Mississippi Rebels at Bryant-Denny Stadium on September 23, 2023 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Miami Dolphins to Target Alabama QB Jalen Milroe First Round

By Daniel Kelly | October 20, 2023
I love Alabama quarterback (QB) Jalen Milroe who is a red-shirt sophomore eligible for the...
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PASADENA, CA - SEPTEMBER 16: UCLA Bruins defensive lineman Laiatu Latu (15) defends during a college football game against North Carolina Central Eagles on September 16, 2023 at Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, CA. (Photo by Ric Tapia/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Laiatu Latu Joins ‘All American SAXX Conference’

By Victoria Jonach | October 17, 2023
UCLA defensive end Laiatu Latu has inked a new and exciting Name, Image, and Likeness...
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ARLINGTON, TX - JANUARY 02: Tulane Green Wave quarterback Michael Pratt (#7) tries to break away from USC Trojans defensive back Max Williams (#4) during the Goodyear Cotton Bowl game between the USC Trojans and Tulane Green Wave on January 02, 2023 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, TX. (Photo by Matthew Visinsky/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Tulane’s Michael Pratt: A Purdy Darn Good QB

By William Yanish | October 16, 2023
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - SEPTEMBER 02: Michael Pratt #7 of the Tulane Green Wave in...
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ATLANTA, GEORGIA - SEPTEMBER 05: Barrett Carter #0 of the Clemson Tigers reacts after breaking up a reception intended for Luke Benson #81 of the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets during the first quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on September 05, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Barrett Carter Uninspiring

By Daniel Kelly | October 16, 2023
SYRACUSE, NY - OCTOBER 15: Barrett Carter #0 of the Clemson Tigers looks to hit...
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TUCSON, ARIZONA - SEPTEMBER 30: Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. #9 of the Washington Huskies warms up before the NCAAF game against the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium on September 30, 2023 in Tucson, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

All In with Adidas: Michael Penix Jr.

By Victoria Jonach | October 15, 2023
Michael Penix Jr. is making big moves in the world of Name, Image, and Likeness...
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CHESTNUT HILL, MA - SEPTEMBER 16: Florida State Seminoles defensive lineman Jared Verse (5) during a game between the Boston College Eagles and the Florida State Seminoles on September 16, 2023, at Alumni Stadium in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. (Photo by Fred Kfoury III/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Jared Verse Could Return Bears to ‘Monsters of the Midway’

By Colton Edwards | October 15, 2023
CHESTNUT HILL, MA - SEPTEMBER 16: Florida State Seminoles defensive lineman Jared Verse (5) in...
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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 07: Caleb Williams #13 of the USC Trojans avoids a tackle from Justin Flowe #10 of the Arizona Wildcats during the third quarter at United Airlines Field at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on October 07, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)

Caleb Williams Completes 56% of Passes vs. Unranked Arizona

By Daniel Kelly | October 14, 2023
Once again USC quarterback (QB) Caleb Williams showed off his gifted athleticism in a triple-overtime...
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BOULDER, CO - SEPTEMBER 30: Quarterback Caleb Williams #13 of the USC Trojans passes for a third quarter touchdown against the Colorado Buffaloes at Folsom Field on September 30, 2023 in Boulder, Colorado. (Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images)

Caleb Williams Sharp vs. Deion Sanders’ Unranked Colorado

By Daniel Kelly | October 14, 2023
BOULDER, COLORADO - SEPTEMBER 30: USC Trojans quarterback Caleb Williams (13) had six touchdown passes...
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ATLANTA, GEORGIA - DECEMBER 31: Marvin Harrison Jr. #18 of the Ohio State Buckeyes celebrates after a touchdown during the second quarter in the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on December 31, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Marvin Harrison Jr. Receives Hall of Fame Grade

By Rashad Tatum | October 13, 2023
ATLANTA, GA - DECEMBER 31: Marvin Harrison Jr. #18 of the Ohio State Buckeyes reacts...
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BOULDER, CO - SEPTEMBER 30: Quarterback Caleb Williams #13 of the USC Trojans warms up before a game against the Colorado Buffaloes at Folsom Field on September 30, 2023 in Boulder, Colorado. (Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images)

Caleb Williams’ Career Soars with United Airlines Deal

By Victoria Jonach | October 10, 2023
This season there have been Name Image and Likeness (NIL) deals appearing almost every day....
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CLEMSON, SC - SEPTEMBER 23: Florida State Seminoles quarterback Jordan Travis (13) during a college football game between the Florida State Seminoles and the Clemson Tigers on September 23, 2023, at Clemson Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. (Photo by John Byrum/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Jordan Travis Feud with ‘The Tiger King’ Over NIL Deal

By Victoria Jonach | October 9, 2023
Jordan Travis is stirring the pot in terms of what is acceptable for Name, Image,...
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DALLAS, TX - NOVEMBER 05: SMU Mustangs defensive end Je'lin Samuels (#11) tries to get around the block of Houston Cougars offensive tackle Patrick Paul (#76) during the college football game between the SMU Mustangs and the Houston Cougars on November 05, 2022, at Gerald J. Ford Stadium in Dallas, TX. (Photo by Matthew Visinsky/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Extreme Aggression: Offensive Tackle Patrick Paul

By Daniel Kelly | October 9, 2023
BIRMINGHAM, AL - DECEMBER 28: Houston Cougars offensive lineman Patrick Paul (76) during the TicketSmarter...
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STANFORD, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 30: Troy Franklin #11 of the Oregon Ducks scores on a 46-yard pass play against the Stanford Cardinal in the third quarter of an NCAA football game at Stanford Stadium on September 30, 2023 in Stanford, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

Oregon’s Troy Franklin First Round Receiver- Nothing Less

By Colton Edwards | October 8, 2023
Oregon Wide Receiver (WR) Troy Franklin is the definition of electric. He's currently projected as...
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SOUTH BEND, IN - SEPTEMBER 23: Ohio State Buckeyes tight end Cade Stover (8) catches the football and battles with Notre Dame Fighting Irish safety Thomas Harper (13) in action during a football game between the Notre Dame Fighting Irish and the Ohio State Buckeyes on September 23, 2023 at Notre Dame Stadium in South Bend, IN. (Photo by Robin Alam/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

HIM: Cade Stover, Tight End, Ohio State University

By William Yanish | October 7, 2023
You should already know about my love for the tight-end (TE) position, which leads us...
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BOULDER, CO - SEPTEMBER 30: Mason Cobb #13 of the USC Trojans bats down a pass attempt by Shedeur Sanders #2 of the Colorado Buffaloes in the first quarter of the game at Folsom Field on September 30, 2023 in Boulder, Colorado. (Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images)

Shedeur Sanders Not Checking NFL Boxes

By Daniel Kelly | October 7, 2023
BOULDER, CO - SEPTEMBER 30: Quarterback Shedeur Sanders #2 of the Colorado Buffaloes looks to...
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COLUMBUS, OH - SEPTEMBER 10: Ohio State Buckeyes defensive tackle Michael Hall Jr. (51) at the line of scrimmage during the second quarter of the college football game between the Arkansas State Red Wolves and Ohio State Buckeyes on September 10, 2022, at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, OH. (Photo by Frank Jansky/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Ohio State’s Michael Hall Jr. Disappears on Game Film

By Daniel Kelly | October 6, 2023
According to nflmockdraftdatabase.com, Ohio State defensive lineman Michael Hall Jr. is ranked on their consensus...
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DURHAM, NORTH CAROLINA - SEPTEMBER 04: Jeremiah Trotter Jr. #54 of the Clemson Tigers gets past Graham Barton #62 of the Duke Blue Devils at Wallace Wade Stadium on September 4, 2023 in Durham, North Carolina. Duke won 28-7. (Photo by Lance King/Getty Images)

Duke’s Graham Barton Doesn’t Grade out as a First-Rounder

By Daniel Kelly | October 5, 2023
Duke left tackle (LT) Graham Barton popped onto my scouting radar when I saw CBS...
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BOULDER, CO - SEPTEMBER 30: Quarterback Caleb Williams #13 of the USC Trojans looks for a target against the Colorado Buffaloes in the fourth quarter against the Colorado Buffaloes at Folsom Field on September 30, 2023 in Boulder, Colorado. (Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images)

Caleb Williams: The Next Johnny Manziel or Aaron Rodgers?

By Colton Edwards | October 4, 2023
USC quarterback (QB) Caleb Williams truly has all the potential in the world with his...
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STATE COLLEGE, PA - SEPTEMBER 23: Olumuyiwa Fashanu #74 of the Penn State Nittany Lions celebrates after an offensive touchdown during the second half against the Iowa Hawkeyes at Beaver Stadium on September 23, 2023 in State College, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

Olumuyiwa Fashanu: The True Lion King at Penn State

By Rashad Tatum | October 2, 2023
The Lion King is one of the greatest movies of all time. The movie showed...
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SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - SEPTEMBER 24: Bralen Trice #8 of the Washington Huskies celebrates after sacking Tanner McKee #18 of the Stanford Cardinal during the first quarter of the game at Husky Stadium on September 24, 2022 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Alika Jenner/Getty Images)

Washington’s Bralen Trice is a Real Handful

By Daniel Kelly | October 2, 2023
It didn't take long into my 2022 film session studying Washington Huskies' Edge rusher Bralen...
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SOUTH BEND, INDIANA - SEPTEMBER 23: Marvin Harrison Jr. #18 of the Ohio State Buckeyes in action against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish during the first half at Notre Dame Stadium on September 23, 2023 in South Bend, Indiana. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Marvin Harrison Jr., Quinn Ewers & Bo Nix Join Cleat Crew

By Victoria Jonach | October 1, 2023
College football season has just taken off and Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals are...
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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - SEPTEMBER 09: Jaxson Dart #2 of the Mississippi Rebels throws the ball against the Tulane Green Wave during a game at Yulman Stadium on September 09, 2023 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)

Action Jaxson: Jaxson Dart, QB, Ole Miss

By William Yanish | September 30, 2023
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - SEPTEMBER 09: Jaxson Dart #2 of the Mississippi Rebels reacts against...
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TEMPE, ARIZONA - SEPTEMBER 23: Caleb Williams #13 of the University of California Trojans is swarmed and sacked by defenders in the second quarter against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Mountain America Stadium on September 23, 2023 in Tempe, Arizona. (Photo by Bruce Yeung/Getty Images)

Caleb Williams Regressed Against No. 87 Ranked ASU

By Daniel Kelly | September 30, 2023
For the first three games this season against No. 90 San Jose State, No. 131...
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EUGENE, OREGON - SEPTEMBER 23: Quarterback Shedeur Sanders #2 of the Colorado Buffaloes walks off the field against the Oregon Ducks at Autzen Stadium on September 23, 2023 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Tom Hauck/Getty Images)

Shedeur Sanders Downgraded to Undraftable Free Agent

By Daniel Kelly | September 27, 2023
Up until last Saturday, the hype on Colorado quarterback (QB) Shedeur Sanders had about reached...
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LOS ANGELES, CA - AUGUST 26: USC Trojans quarterback Caleb Williams (13) celebrates after a touchdown pass during a game between the San Jose State Spartans and the USC Trojans on August 26, 2023, at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Brian Rothmuller/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Caleb Williams “Superman” is in the Building

By Rashad Tatum | September 27, 2023
USC's quarterback (QB) Caleb Williams has been nothing short of amazing in his time as...
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LYNCHBURG, VA - OCTOBER 22: BYU Cougars offensive lineman Kingsley Suamataia (78) attempts to block Liberty Flames defensive lineman Khristian Zachary (77) 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)

BYU Offensive Tackle Kingsley Suamataia is Aggressive but Raw

By Daniel Kelly | September 26, 2023
LYNCHBURG, VA - OCTOBER 22: BYU Cougars offensive lineman Kingsley Suamataia (78) in the trenches...
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ORLANDO, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 29: John Rhys Plumlee #10 of the UCF Knights looks on prior to a game against the Cincinnati Bearcats at FBC Mortgage Stadium on October 29, 2022 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)

John Rhys Plumlee: Dual-Threat On and Off the Field

By Victoria Jonach | September 25, 2023
University of Central Florida quarterback (QB) John Rhys Plumlee is the latest athlete in the...
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EUGENE, OREGON - SEPTEMBER 23: Quarterback Bo Nix #10 of the Oregon Ducks runs for a touchdown against the Colorado Buffaloes during the first half at Autzen Stadium on September 23, 2023 in Eugene, Oregon. (Photo by Tom Hauck/Getty Images)

Yanish Weekly: Bodacious Bo Nix, QB, Oregon

By William Yanish | September 25, 2023
Bo Nix is a name that draws some mixed reviews. After following in his father’s...
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FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS - SEPTEMBER 16: Raheim Sanders #5 of the Arkansas Razorbacks walks onto the field in street clothe before the game against the BYU Cougars at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium on September 16, 2023 in Fayetteville, Arkansas. (Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images)

Raheim Sanders Up For a Prestigious New Prize

By Victoria Jonach | September 24, 2023
Arkansas running back Raheim Sanders is moving on from diapers and on to mayonnaise. ...yes,...
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CHARLOTTE, NC - DECEMBER 03: Clemson Tigers corner back Nate Wiggins (20) knocks the ball loose from North Carolina Tar Heels wide receiver Antoine Green (3) for an incomplete pass during the ACC college football championship game between the North Carolina Tar Heels and the Clemson Tigers on December 3, 2022, at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. (Photo by John Byrum/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Clemson’s Nate Wiggins Produces First Round 2022 Game Film

By Daniel Kelly | September 24, 2023
It's all about identifying playmakers on game film and that perfectly describes Clemson's cornerback, Nate...
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COLUMBUS, OH - OCTOBER 22: Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Julian Fleming (4) makes a catch as Iowa Hawkeyes defensive back Cooper DeJean (3) defends during the first quarter of the college football game between the Iowa Hawkeyes and Ohio State Buckeyes on October 22, 2022, at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, OH. (Photo by Frank Jansky/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Game Film Concerns Surface on Iowa’s Cooper DeJean

By Daniel Kelly | September 22, 2023
Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean is one of those prospects that takes a while to...
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BOULDER, CO - SEPTEMBER 16: Quarterback Shedeur Sanders #2 of the Colorado Buffaloes passes in the third quarter against the Colorado State Rams at Folsom Field on September 16, 2023 in Boulder, Colorado. (Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images)

Yanish Weekly: Flaw in how Shedeur Sanders Reads Coverages?

By William Yanish | September 20, 2023
Here in Colorado, where I live, we have not been excited about football for a...
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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 02: Caleb Williams #13 of the USC Trojans walks off the field during the second quarter against the Nevada Wolf Pack at United Airlines Field at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on September 02, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)

Here are 10 Things Caleb Williams Can’t Live Without

By Victoria Jonach | September 19, 2023
USC quarterback (QB) Caleb Williams recently took the time to inform fans of 10 of...
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ATHENS, GEORGIA - SEPTEMBER 16: Spencer Rattler #7 of the South Carolina Gamecocks passes during the first half against the Georgia Bulldogs at Sanford Stadium on September 16, 2023 in Athens, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)

NFL Warmup: Spencer Rattler Against Top-Ranked Georgia

By Daniel Kelly | September 19, 2023
ATHENS, GA - SEPTEMBER 16: Spencer Rattler #7 of the South Carolina Gamecocks tries to...
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KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE - APRIL 15: Joe Milton III #7 stands on the field before the Tennessee Volunteers spring football game at Neyland Stadium on April 15, 2023 in Knoxville, Tennessee. (Photo by Eakin Howard/Getty Images)

Joe Milton III is Serving Up One of the Best NIL Deals

By Victoria Jonach | September 18, 2023
Joe Milton III is already on a roll this season. Many players have announced Name,...
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BOULDER, CO - SEPTEMBER 16: Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) walks through he tunnel for warmups before the iRocky Mountain Showdown against the CSU Rams at Folsom Field September 16, 2023. (Photo by Andy Cross/MediaNews Group/The Denver Post via Getty Images)

Is Shedeur Sanders the Next Johnny Manziel?

By Daniel Kelly | September 17, 2023
COLLEGE STATION, TX - AUGUST 31: Johnny Manziel #2 of the Texas A&M Aggies celebrates...
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Miami Hurricanes safety Kamren Kinchens (24) got to be the first Miami player to wear the new chain in 2021, only it technically never happened. The safety forced a fumble in the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium and had the chain placed around his neck to celebrate a turnover that never actually happened during game against the Alabama Crimson Tide in Atlanta on Saturday, Sept. 4, 2021. (Al Diaz/Miami Herald/Tribune News Service via Getty Images)

Last Line of Defense: Kamren Kinchens

By Daniel Kelly | September 17, 2023
MIAMI GARDENS, FL - SEPTEMBER 03: Miami safety Kamren Kinchens (24) runs a play during...
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BOULDER, CO - SEPTEMBER 9: Quarterback Shedeur Sanders #2 of the Colorado Buffaloes sets to pass against the Nebraska Cornhuskers in the fourth quarter at Folsom Field on September 9, 2023 in Boulder, Colorado. (Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images)

Shedeur Sanders Admits Struggling to Read Defense “A lot”

By Daniel Kelly | September 14, 2023
As a former NFL Scout, I've come under tremendous heat on social media for suggesting...
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NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - SEPTEMBER 2: Joe Milton III #7 of the Tennessee Volunteers warms up against the Virginia Cavaliers at Nissan Stadium on September 2, 2023 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Carly Mackler/Getty Images)

The Howitzer: Joe Milton III, QB, Tennessee

By William Yanish | September 14, 2023
NASHVILLE, TN - SEPTEMBER 02: Tennessee Volunteers quarterback Joe Milton III (7) throws a pass...
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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 9: Quarterback Caleb Williams #13 of the USC Trojans scrambles in the pocket in the game against the Stanford Cardinal at United Airlines Field at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on September 9, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jayne Kamin-Oncea/Getty Images)

Caleb Williams Turns in Finest Performance vs. No. 93 Stanford

By Daniel Kelly | September 13, 2023
The score was 49-3 by halftime (game film here) as USC quarterback (QB) Caleb Williams...
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CHAMPAIGN, IL - NOVEMBER 05: Illinois Fighting Illini defensive lineman Jer'Zhan Newton (4) lines up for a play during the college football game between the Michigan State Spartans and the Illinois Fighting Illini on November 5, 2022, at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Allio/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Defensive Tackle Jer’Zhan Newton Makes his Presence Felt

By Daniel Kelly | September 13, 2023
Illinois defensive tackle (DT) Jer'Zhan Newton sure looked the part in five games studied from...
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JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA - DECEMBER 30: Spencer Rattler #7 of the South Carolina Gamecocks looks on during the first half of the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at TIAA Bank Field on December 30, 2022 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images)

Spencer Rattler Impresses With Latest NIL Deal Involving Fans

By Victoria Jonach | September 12, 2023
Spencer Rattler has combined some of the best off-the-field aspects of being a college football...
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TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA - SEPTEMBER 09: Quinn Ewers #3 of the Texas Longhorns throws the ball during the first quarter against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Bryant-Denny Stadium on September 09, 2023 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

The Yanish Snapshot of the Week: Quinn Ewers, QB, Texas

By William Yanish | September 12, 2023
TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA - SEPTEMBER 09: Quinn Ewers #3 of the Texas Longhorns reacts after defeating...
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BOULDER, CO - SEPTEMBER 9: Quarterback Shedeur Sanders #2 of the Colorado Buffaloes passes in the first quarter against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Folsom Field on September 9, 2023 in Boulder, Colorado. (Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images)

What Nobody Wants you to Know About Shedeur Sanders

By Daniel Kelly | September 11, 2023
BOULDER, CO - SEPTEMBER 9: Quarterback Shedeur Sanders #2 of the Colorado Buffaloes runs onto...
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MINNEAPOLIS, MN - AUGUST 31: Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Jeff Sims (7) looks on in the first quarter of the college football game between the Nebraska Cornhuskers and Minnesota Golden Gophers on August 31, 2023, at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, MN. (Photo by Bailey Hillesheim/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Jeff Sims Scores Big as Amigos’ Newest NIL Star

By Victoria Jonach | September 10, 2023
Jeff Sims is solidifying his presence in the world of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL)....
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College Football: Colorado Shedeur Sanders (2) in action, throws the football vs. TCU at Amon G. Carter Stadium. Fort Worth, TX 9/2/2023 CREDIT: Greg Nelson (Photo by Greg Nelson/Sports Illustrated via Getty Images) (Set Number: X164412 TK1)

After Further Review: Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado University

By William Yanish | September 9, 2023
Former Colorado Buffalo standout quarterback (QB) Kordell “Slash” Stewart was exciting to see tearing up...
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PASADENA, CA - SEPTEMBER 17: UCLA Bruins linebacker Laiatu Latu (15) rushes the passer and gets blocked by South Alabama Jaguars offensive lineman Adrein Strickland (70) during a college football game between the South Alabama Jaguars and the UCLA Bruins on September 17, 2022, at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, CA. (Photo by Jordon Kelly/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Pocket Wrecker: UCLA Edge Laiatu Latu

By Daniel Kelly | September 8, 2023
A lot of guys are just guys on game film, but not UCLA Edge Laiatu...
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AUSTIN, TEXAS - OCTOBER 01: Ja'Tavion Sanders #0 of the Texas Longhorns catches a touchdown pass in the second quarter against the West Virginia Mountaineers at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on October 01, 2022 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)

Ja’Tavion Sanders Solid NFL Tight End Prospect

By Daniel Kelly | September 6, 2023
Texas Longhorns' Ja'Tavion Sanders is a complete tight-end who will bring value to an NFL...
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FORT WORTH, TX - SEPTEMBER 2: Shedeur Sanders #2 of the Colorado Buffaloes and his father and head coach Deion Sanders walk the sidelines just before the game against the TCU Horned Frogs at Amon G. Carter Stadium on September 2, 2023 in Fort Worth, Texas. Colorado won 45-42. (Photo by Ron Jenkins/Getty Images)

The Weekly Yanish Report: Shedeur Sanders, QB, Colorado

By William Yanish | September 4, 2023
FT. WORTH, TX - SEPTEMBER 02: Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders talks with his...
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 14: ZOA on display at the Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival presented by Capital One - Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits Trade Day at Grand Tasting hosted by Wine Spectator on October 14, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Rob Kim/Getty Images for NYCWFF)

Dwayne Johnson and ‘The Rock’s Warriors’ Are Winning

By Victoria Jonach | September 3, 2023
If you haven’t heard of Dwayne Johnson and his new energy drink yet, I am...
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TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA - SEPTEMBER 02: Head coach Nick Saban of the Alabama Crimson Tide looks on as Jalen Milroe #4 of the Alabama Crimson Tide warms up prior to facing the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders at Bryant-Denny Stadium on September 02, 2023 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

A Star was Born on September 2 and his Name is Jalen Milroe

By Daniel Kelly | September 3, 2023
Alabama quarterback (QB) Jalen Milroe began the post-Bryce Young era with not one...not two...but three...
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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 02: Caleb Williams #13 of the USC Trojans looks on during warm ups prior to the game against the Nevada Wolf Pack at United Airlines Field at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on September 02, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)

Caleb Williams, USC, Hammer No. 131 Ranked Nevada

By Daniel Kelly | September 3, 2023
Someone had to put USC quarterback (QB) Caleb Williams' latest conquest over into perspective (USC...
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MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - DECEMBER 30: Jeremiah Trotter Jr. #54 of the Clemson Tigers in action against the Tennessee Volunteers during the first half in the Capital One Orange Bowl at Hard Rock Stadium on December 30, 2022 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)

Was Jeremiah Trotter Jr. Forced to Play Football?

By Daniel Kelly | September 3, 2023
That's how it looked studying Clemson middle linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Jr. playing in these five...
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TALLAHASSEE, FL - OCTOBER 29: Florida State Seminoles wide receiver Johnny Wilson (14) cant hang not to the pass during the game between the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets and the Florida State Seminoles on Saturday, October 29, 2022 at Oak Campbell Stadium in Tallahassee, FL (Photo by Peter Joneleit/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Wide Receiver Johnny Wilson Struggles to Catch the Ball

By Daniel Kelly | September 2, 2023
Florida State University (FSU) receiver Johnny Wilson sure does look the part. He's got dominant...
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MIAMI GARDENS, FL - SEPTEMBER 24: Miami defensive lineman Leonard Taylor III (56) pressures Middle Tennessee quarterback Chase Cunningham (16) in the third quarter as the University of Miami Hurricanes faced the Middle Tennessee State University Blue Raiders on September 24, 2022, at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Samuel Lewis/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Defensive Wrecking Ball: Leonard Taylor III

By Daniel Kelly | August 31, 2023
Miami Hurricanes' Leonard Taylor III made a highlight tape in just six games this past...
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CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - DECEMBER 03: Drake Maye #10 of the North Carolina Tar Heels throws a pass against the Clemson Tigers in the second quarter during the ACC Championship game at Bank of America Stadium on December 03, 2022 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Eakin Howard/Getty Images)

Drake Maye Meet & Greet Benefits Many

By Victoria Jonach | August 29, 2023
For over two years now, college athletes throughout the U.S. have had the opportunity to...
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DUBLIN, IRELAND - AUGUST 26: Sam Hartman of Notre Dame gestures during the Aer Lingus College Football Classic match between Notre Dame and Navy Midshipmen at Aviva Stadium on August 26, 2023 in Dublin, Ireland. (Photo by Mario Hommes/DeFodi Images via Getty Images)

Sam Hartman Shares NIL Fortune with Teammates

By Victoria Jonach | August 28, 2023
Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals continue to heat up as more college athletes partner with...
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LOS ANGELES, CA - AUGUST 26: USC Trojans quarterback Caleb Williams (13) rolls out to throw a pass during a game between the San Jose State Spartans and the USC Trojans on August 26, 2023, at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles, CA. (Photo by Brian Rothmuller/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Former NFL Scout Puts Caleb Williams’ Opener Into Perspective

By Daniel Kelly | August 27, 2023
LOS ANGELES, CA - AUGUST 26: USC quarterback Caleb Williams looks to pass in the...
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UNIVERSITY PARK, PA - NOVEMBER 26: Penn State cornerback Kalen King (4) reacts after defending a long pass during the Michigan State Spartans versus Penn State Nittany Lions game on November 26, 2022 at Beaver Stadium in University Park, PA. (Photo by Randy Litzinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

If Only Cornerback Kalen King Wasn’t Stiff in the Hips

By Daniel Kelly | August 27, 2023
There is a lot to like about Penn State cornerback (CB) Kalen King. I've spent...
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OXFORD, MS - NOVEMBER 12: Alabama Crimson Tide offensive lineman JC Latham (65) blocks during a college football game against the Mississippi Rebels on November 12, 2022 at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium in Oxford, Mississippi. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Alabama Right Tackle JC Latham has Painful Game Film

By Daniel Kelly | August 25, 2023
Within the first minute of studying Alabama's right tackle (RT) JC Latham, I was in...
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SYRACUSE, NY - OCTOBER 29: Patrick Alberga #56 of the Syracuse Orange makes a play against Joe Alt #76 of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at JMA Wireless Dome on October 29, 2022 in Syracuse, New York. (Photo by Isaiah Vazquez/Getty Images)

Nothing Dominant About Notre Dame’s Joe Alt on Game Film

By Daniel Kelly | August 23, 2023
BALTIMORE, MD - NOVEMBER 12: Notre Dame tackle Joe Alt (76) blocks during the Notre...
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PASADENA, CA - JANUARY 02: Penn State Nittany Lions offensive lineman Olumuyiwa Fashanu (74) looks on before the Rose Bowl game between the Penn State Nittany Lions and the Utah Utes on January 2, 2023 at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, CA. (Photo by Brian Rothmuller/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Olumuyiwa Fashanu – Lineman and Leader

By Victoria Jonach | August 22, 2023
Within the past few years, the world of college football has changed greatly. One of...
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