Opponents Free Agents

[MichaelWeston]

Just some notes for those of us who like to think about the offseason while in the season. The score is their current PFF score. The s=Career starts. Stats follow

 

WR	Jackson-Raiders (35) 68.6 9s
WR	Jones-Raiders (27) 65 8-157-1
RG	Eluemunor-Raiders (27) 58.2 266s 14s/48g
RT	Parker-Raiders (26) 40.9 347s 24s/46g
DT	Thomas-Raiders (26) 47.8 68.5(pr) 276s 18t-2.5s-1tfl-10hi
DT	Jefferson-Raiders (29) 58.9 64.1(pr) 355s 29t-2s-1tfl-9hi
CB	Hayward-Raiders (32) 75.8 564s 21t 4pd
CB	Trufant-Raiders (30) 65.8 34s

[claptonrocks]

9 hours ago, MichaelWeston said:

Just some notes for those of us who like to think about the offseason while in the season. The score is their current PFF score. The s=Career starts. Stats follow

 

WR	Jackson-Raiders (35) 68.6 9s
WR	Jones-Raiders (27) 65 8-157-1
RG	Eluemunor-Raiders (27) 58.2 266s 14s/48g
RT	Parker-Raiders (26) 40.9 347s 24s/46g
DT	Thomas-Raiders (26) 47.8 68.5(pr) 276s 18t-2.5s-1tfl-10hi
DT	Jefferson-Raiders (29) 58.9 64.1(pr) 355s 29t-2s-1tfl-9hi
CB	Hayward-Raiders (32) 75.8 564s 21t 4pd
CB	Trufant-Raiders (30) 65.8 34s

What a load of trash...

[MichaelWeston]

Stealers don't have much. Haden isn't playng

 

G-Turner-Stealers (28) 63.3 651s 99s/103g
T-Okorafor-Stealers (24) 55.2 606s 28s/39g
CB-Haden-Stealers (33) 65.4 459s 24t 5pd
CB-Witherspoon-Stealers (27) 47.4 2t
CB-Maulet-Stealers (28) 62.0 25t 1pd

[|SF2|]

9 hours ago, MichaelWeston said:

Stealers don't have much. Haden isn't playng

 

G-Turner-Stealers (28) 63.3 651s 99s/103g
T-Okorafor-Stealers (24) 55.2 606s 28s/39g
CB-Haden-Stealers (33) 65.4 459s 24t 5pd
CB-Witherspoon-Stealers (27) 47.4 2t
CB-Maulet-Stealers (28) 62.0 25t 1pd

Blehh!!  Maybe Turner?

[|High School Harry|]

10 hours ago, MichaelWeston said:

Stealers don't have much. Haden isn't playng

 

G-Turner-Stealers (28) 63.3 651s 99s/103g
T-Okorafor-Stealers (24) 55.2 606s 28s/39g
CB-Haden-Stealers (33) 65.4 459s 24t 5pd
CB-Witherspoon-Stealers (27) 47.4 2t
CB-Maulet-Stealers (28) 62.0 25t 1pd

TE Elon Ebron (I think) is also out.  To IR

[snarkster]

Saw a mock that had us taking Sauce Gardner at 24.  I'd gladly take Gardner in round one, but two problems.  1) Don't see Gardner making it down to 24 and 2) I'm hoping that's about eight slots higher that the Bengals actually draft.

[membengal]

that was Brugler's first mock - fascinating to see him start to sort out the early names. His overview is that this draft is TERRIBLE at the top in terms of blue chip prospects - maybe 2 or 3 at most. I love that we are potentially picking outside of top 10 this year. I could see a really good CB, Gardner or someone else excellent, being a good target. 

[membengal]

Kayvon Thibodeaux or Aidan Hutchinson at No. 1? Dane Brugler’s 2022 NFL mock draft, version 1.0

 

Kayvon Thibodeaux or Aidan Hutchinson at No. 1? Dane Brugler's 2022 NFL mock draft, version 1.0 – The Athletic

Quote

 

I wouldn’t call the 2022 NFL Draft a bad draft.

 

There are plenty of first-round-caliber players, and the depth at certain positions will stretch well into Day 3 on draft weekend. However, something that has been echoed by evaluators around the NFL is the lack of elite-level talent at the top. Most drafts don’t have 10 prospects considered no-brainers for the top-10 picks, but this year’s class doesn’t have more than one or two, according to feedback from some NFL scouts.

 

Maybe hindsight will prove that opinion to be silly. Maybe there is a T.J. Watt or Aaron Donald or Patrick Mahomes in this class — players who weren’t considered slam-dunk top-10 picks pre-draft but obviously proved that assessment wrong in retrospect.

 

Despite the perceived lack of top-tier talent, 10 players must go in the top 10, starting with an interesting decision for the Detroit Lions, who currently own the No. 1 overall pick. The volatility at the top of draft boards from team to team will be the story of the 2022 NFL Draft.

 

The next five months will be a fun, fascinating process.

 

1. Detroit Lions — Aidan Hutchinson, edge, Michigan

The winless Lions need a long-term answer at quarterback, weapons at wide receiver and help at every level of the defense. This draft class doesn’t have a quarterback or pass-catching option worthy of a top-five pick, but there are several defensive players worth considering at No. 1. While Oregon’s Kayvon Thibodeaux is the favorite to be drafted first, Hutchinson, who grew up just outside of Detroit, checks every box for the Lions as they rebuild the roster.

Athleticism? Hutchinson was No. 2 on Bruce Feldman’s Freaks List for a reason and will test well at the combine. Production? Hutchinson set the Michigan single-season sack record (13 sacks and counting) and currently ranks No. 2 in college football with 68 pressures, according to Pro Football Focus. Intangibles? This is what truly sets Hutchinson apart. His competitive makeup is rare and raises the level of his teammates. If you included the players from this past April’s draft in the 2022 class, Hutchinson might not be drafted in the top 10. But he embodies a lot of the traits that head coach Dan Campbell craves and it wouldn’t be a surprise if a team like Detroit settles on Hutchinson at the top of its board.

 

2. Houston Texans — Kayvon Thibodeaux, edge, Oregon*

Although he isn’t in the same prospect tier as Myles Garrett, Chase Young or the Bosa brothers, Thibodeaux is a disruptive pass rusher due to his upfield burst and quick feet. He is a strong run defender and should continue to improve as a pass rusher as his rush moves evolve. Thibodeaux reminds me of a stronger, longer version of Harold Landry. The Texans will also be in the quarterback market this off-season, but hard to see them drafting one this early.

 

3. Jacksonville Jaguars — Evan Neal, OT, Alabama*

Surrounding Trevor Lawrence with the support system to flourish should be priority No. 1 for Jaguars. Left tackle Cam Robinson is currently playing on the franchise tag, and neither Jawaan Taylor nor Walker Little are established starters. Neal has played at a high level at three different positions (right guard, right tackle, left tackle) in his three seasons in Tuscaloosa and offers a unique blend of size, strength and flexibility.

 

4. New York Jets (from Seattle) — Derek Stingley Jr., CB, LSU*

With a defense that ranks last in the NFL and an offensive line that still has weak spots, the Jets need plenty of help. With two picks in the top five, the Jets are in a position to address both areas. After an All-American freshman season and solid sophomore year, Stingley played in only three games in 2021 before foot surgery put him on the shelf. The interviews and medicals are the unknown aspects of his projection right now, but his talent warrants this pick.

 

5. New York Jets — Ikem Ekwonu, OT, NC State*

The Jets have addressed the offensive line in the first round in each of Joe Douglas’ first two drafts as general manager, and it wouldn’t be a surprise if he keeps the streak going. Similar in ways to a “smaller” version of Mekhi Becton, Ekwonu is a freakishly explosive blocker for his size (6-foot-4, 322 pounds) with the raw power and movement skills to execute outside zone with ease. He can play tackle or guard interchangeably and would give the Jets a long-term answer at right tackle.

 

6. New York Giants — Devin Lloyd, LB, Utah

The Giants saw first-hand what a versatile linebacker with explosive traits can do for your defense when they met the division-rival Dallas Cowboys with rookie stud Micah Parsons. Lloyd isn’t quite on Parsons’ level, but his blend of instincts and speed helps him impact the game in multiple ways. Linebacker might not be the top need for the Giants, but adding defensive playmakers is never a bad idea.

 

7. New York Giants (from Chicago) — Tyler Linderbaum, OC, Iowa*

Since the merger in 1970 only once has a center been drafted in the top 10 — and that is only if you include Pro Football Hall of Famer Bruce Matthews, who was drafted as an “interior blocker” ninth overall in 1983. But in this class, it wouldn’t be a surprise to see Linderbaum this high, especially to a team like the Giants who need to add tough, athletic blockers in the trenches.

 

8. Philadelphia Eagles — Kyle Hamilton, DS, Notre Dame*

Based on talent, Hamilton is one of the best this draft class has to offer. But his draft projection is going to be interesting because not every team will value his hybrid skill set. With his athletic range and diagnose skills, Hamilton frustrates quarterbacks because of the different ways he impacts the game. He has missed the second half of Notre Dame’s season due to a minor knee injury, so the medical evaluations will be important.

 

9. Philadelphia Eagles (from Miami) — George Karlaftis, edge, Purdue*

With Derek Barnett likely headed elsewhere in free agency and Brandon Graham coming off an injury (and about to turn 34), the Eagles will be looking for pass rusher help this offseason. Karlaftis might not have elite length or twitch, but his persistent power and skilled hand work allow him to be disruptive.

 

10. Carolina Panthers — Kenny Pickett, QB, Pittsburgh

Flash back six years ago: Pickett, then a high school junior, committed to play quarterback at Temple for head coach Matt Rhule. Pickett re-opened his recruitment once bigger programs showed interest and chose Pitt, but this time around, Rhule might decide Pickett’s next destination. To fix its hole at quarterback, Carolina has unsuccessfully tried the former first-round pick route with Teddy Bridgewater in 2020 and Sam Darnold and Cam Newton this season. Unless they lure Aaron Rodgers to Charlotte this offseason, using a first-round pick of their own on a promising quarterback like Pickett might be the Panthers’ best option.

 

11. Atlanta Falcons — Travon Walker, edge, Georgia*

The Falcons need to get better on the defensive line, and one of the possible answers is right down the road. Walker, who grew up just south of Atlanta, has remarkable fluidity for a 275-pound athlete and has been one of the Bulldogs’ most valuable defenders this season. He is long and powerful to set a hard edge and shows the bully strength and quickness to be disruptive as a pass rusher. Falcons’ defensive coordinator Dean Pees values versatility up front and Walker has the skill set to line up at multiple positions.

 

12. Minnesota Vikings — Andrew Booth Jr., CB, Clemson*

With Patrick Peterson and Bashaud Breeland playing on one-year deals, the Vikings could be in the market for a starting cornerback. Booth has is a long athlete with controlled hip movement and the ability to find the football. His tape from this past weekend against South Carolina will get NFL teams excited.

 

13. New Orleans Saints — Garrett Wilson, WR, Ohio State*

The first wide receiver off the board in this mock, Wilson has only average size (6-0, 186), but his body control is special, and his athletic instincts help him separate before and after the catch. He would be an immediate weapon for whoever is lining up at quarterback in New Orleans next season. Ohio State has basically been a minor-league feeder system for the Saints, and that continues in this scenario.

 

14. Philadelphia (from Indianapolis) — Nakobe Dean, LB, Georgia*

I know, I know, the Eagles don’t draft linebackers in the first round (or at least they haven’t since 1979). But maybe Jonathan Vilma 2.0 can change their minds. Dean is an athletic pursuit player and blitzer with excellent diagnose skills to key and attack. His football character will make him an immediate fit wherever he is drafted in April.

 

15. Cleveland Browns — David Ojabo, edge, Michigan*

It wouldn’t be a surprise to see a wide receiver like Treylon Burks or Chris Olave here, but Ojabo might be too enticing to pass up for Cleveland. The Nigerian and Scotland native is remarkably disruptive for a player who is still a football novice. Ideally, the organization would like to bring back Jadeveon Clowney, which would give Ojabo a chance to be a sub-package rusher as a rookie as he realizes his sky-high potential.

 

16. Pittsburgh Stealers — Sam Howell, QB, North Carolina*

If this is Ben Roethlisberger’s final season in Pittsburgh, will the Stealers look towards the draft? Or add a free agent to compete with Mason Rudolph in the short term? General manager Kevin Colbert has traveled to see Howell multiple times this fall, and he might be their top option available at this point in the draft. In addition to his arm strength and accuracy, Howell gives the Stealers much-needed athleticism at the quarterback position.

 

17. Denver Broncos — Jordan Davis, NT, Georgia

A dominant run defender, Davis is a massive human (6-6, 360 pounds) with range (might run sub-5.00 seconds in the 40-yard dash) and the upper-body power to stack the point of attack, toss blockers and find the football. He has a low ceiling as a pass rusher but is able to create push by bullying interior blockers into the pocket.

 

18. Las Vegas Raiders — Trevor Penning, OT, Northern Iowa

Finding an upgrade at right tackle needs to be a top priority for the Raiders this offseason. As long as they plan to keep Alex Leatherwood at guard, general manager Mike Mayock might look to find their new right tackle in the draft. Penning, who has experience at left and right tackle, is a “small school” prospect, but he has the traits to start in the NFL next season. At 6-7 and 329 pounds, he has impressive movement skills, length (35-inch arms) and competitive play style.

 

19. Washington Football Team – Matt Corral, QB, Ole Miss*

Taylor Heinicke has been a great story, but enough for Washington to bypass drafting a quarterback? Probably not if they view someone like Corral as the long-term answer. He doesn’t have ideal size, and his post-snap processing is still in the development phase, but Corral is an instinctive athlete with NFL-level arm talent and playmaking skills. General manager Martin Mayhew spent time in Oxford this month to see Corral, who would be a comfortable fit with Scott Turner’s style of play-calling.

 

20. Los Angeles Chargers — Kaiir Elam, CB, Florida*

Even with positive play from rookie Asante Samuel Jr., the Chargers’ cornerback depth chart will need some work this offseason. Although you wish his tape showed more plays on the football, Elam has the intriguing traits that should land him in Round 1.

 

21. Miami Dolphins (from San Francisco) — Charles Cross, OT, Mississippi State*

It feels like the offensive line has been a trouble area for the Dolphins since the Dan Marino era. Cross is still very young and needs to continue and get stronger and cut down on the penalties, but his movement patterns and handwork are outstanding foundation traits.

 

22. Buffalo Bills — Kenyon Green, OT/G, Texas A&M*

Green to Buffalo is one of my favorite team-prospect fits in this mock draft because of his versatility to interchangeably play guard or tackle. He plays with above-average balance before and after contact with the functional strength to sustain his blocks. His position flexibility gives the Bills starter-quality depth across the offensive line.

 

23. Detroit Lions (from Los Angeles) — Treylon Burks, WR, Arkansas*

The Lions’ most productive wide receiver is Kalif Raymond, who currently ranks 79th in the NFL in receiving yards. Burks is a unique talent who creates mismatches with his combination of size and athleticism. Detroit could address quarterback here with Liberty’s Malik Willis or Cincinnati’s Desmond Ridder if it evaluates either as a worthy long-term option.

 

24. Cincinnati Bengals — Ahmad Gardner, CB, Cincinnati*

If the Bengals look to bolster their cornerback depth chart in the draft, they will have a few options in their own back yard. Gardner is a tall, long athlete who can flip his hips and stay on top of routes. Shifty route-runners will give him trouble at times, but he has been a lockdown player in college with zero touchdowns allowed on his watch.

 

25. Dallas Cowboys — Cameron Thomas, edge, San Diego State*

The Cowboys drafted three front-seven defenders in the top 100 last season and might be in the market for more pass rush in next year’s first round. Whether lined up inside or outside, Thomas has been nearly unblockable this season for the Aztecs, currently leading college football with 72 pressures (just ahead of Michigan’s Hutchinson and Alabama’s Will Anderson). His lateral quickness, nose for the football and non-stop hustle are traits that will translate to the NFL.

 

26. Kansas City Chiefs — Drake London, WR, USC*

The Chiefs don’t lack for speed at wide receiver, but could use more size on the outside. A former basketball player at USC, London plays like a power forward with his ability to high-point and play above the rim. He is fluid with his ball adjustments to snatch and get upfield, showing the toughness to finish through contact and break tackles.

 

27. Tennessee Titans — Jameson Williams, WR, Alabama*

One of the most explosive weapons this draft has to offer, Williams has blazing route speed with the ability to separate due to his 90-degree cuts that don’t require a gear down. His athleticism would add another dimension to the Titans’ offense.

 

28. Tampa Bay Buccaneers — DeMarvin Leal, DL, Texas A&M*

A toolsy, productive player, Leal, who currently leads the Aggies with 12.5 tackles for loss and 8.5 sacks, has true inside-outside versatility on the defensive line. He is stout vs. the run with his physical hands and rushes with impressive body control for a 290-pounder. Although he needs to be more consistent, Leal’s highlights and traits give off Jonathan Allen vibes.

 

29. New England Patriots — Chris Olave, WR, Ohio State

Wide receiver isn’t a glaring need for the Patriots, especially considering Bill Belichick has only drafted one wide receiver in the first round since he became New England’s head coach in 2000. But Olave is the type of prospect who can change plans if he is available. A smooth athlete, Olave is already on an NFL level with his route transitions and catch-point skills.

 

30. Green Bay Packers — Darian Kinnard, OT/G, Kentucky

The Packers’ offensive line is holding up well considering they are without several injured starters. But there is no such thing as too much depth, and Kinnard will eventually break into the starting lineup, either at tackle or guard.

 

31. Baltimore Ravens — Daniel Faalele, OT, Minnesota

Would Baltimore draft a Gopher in back-to-back first rounds? It’s possible if the Ravens target an offensive tackle late — for a humongous human, as Faalele is a verified 6-foot-8 and 379 pounds with 35-inch arms and 11-inch hands. He is relatively new to football and is still learning how to get the most out of his unique skills, but he moves surprisingly well for his size and his anvil hands thump defenders into tomorrow.

 

32. Arizona Cardinals — Roger McCreary, CB, Auburn

McCreary has average size (6-0, 187) with sub-30 inch arms, but he is a quick-twitch athlete who can line up inside or outside and play sticky coverage. He has produced several impressive tapes this season (Penn State, Arkansas, Alabama) that could push him into the first round.

 

Beyond the first round

Day 2 selections for teams that currently do not own a first-round pick:

 

Second Round

 

Seattle Seahawks — Nicholas Petit-Frere, OT, Ohio State*

Petit-Frere needs to develop his play strength and keep his weight centered, but he has big-man twitch and the movement skills of a long-term NFL starter.

 

Chicago Bears — David Bell, WR, Purdue*

The Bears have their speed receiver in Darnell Mooney, and Bell would give them a polished route-runner who can get open and win the catch point.

 

Indianapolis Colts — Bernhard Raimann, OT, Central Michigan

A native of Austria, Raimann moved from tight end to left tackle during the pandemic and has blossomed into a Day 2 prospect due to his reactionary quickness and awareness.

 

San Francisco 49ers — Logan Hall, DL, Houston

A defensive lineman with inside-outside versatility, Hall needs to improve his hand exchange, but he is alert, nimble and the motor is always revving.

 

Third round

 

Los Angeles Rams — Jamaree Salyer, OT/G, Georgia

The starting left tackle for the Bulldogs, Salyer is more of a guard than a tackle with his physical hands and mobility, but he offers the versatility to provide depth at multiple spots on the offensive line.

 

 

[I_C_Deadpeople]

FWIW, take this with a large splat of ketchup:

 

Our former OL coach was on Sirius NFL today and said the drfat is very deep with tackles. And he said arm length does not matter as much as it used to becuse the DE's are smaller and faster; in the past the DE's were the long bigger types so arm length was more important; having said that he said it was a bit ironic that the 2022 tackles generally have longer arms than the last few years. 

[claptonrocks]

3 hours ago, membengal said:

Kayvon Thibodeaux or Aidan Hutchinson at No. 1? Dane Brugler’s 2022 NFL mock draft, version 1.0

 

Kayvon Thibodeaux or Aidan Hutchinson at No. 1? Dane Brugler's 2022 NFL mock draft, version 1.0 – The Athletic

 

Thats a good mock..

I think Cleveland will target Garrett Wilson ..

I have no idea what the Bengals are going to be looking for come draft day as of now... 

RT-CB-LB are my concerns..

[UncleEarl]

8 hours ago, claptonrocks said:

Thats a good mock..

I think Cleveland will target Garrett Wilson ..

I have no idea what the Bengals are going to be looking for come draft day as of now... 

RT-CB-LB are my concerns..

 

OL and CB for sure, but I'm OK with the LBs at this point. 

[|High School Harry|]

9 hours ago, claptonrocks said:

Thats a good mock..

I think Cleveland will target Garrett Wilson ..

I have no idea what the Bengals are going to be looking for come draft day as of now... 

RT-CB-LB are my concerns..

I want the big Center out of Iowa.

[Jamie_B]

14 hours ago, membengal said:

Kayvon Thibodeaux or Aidan Hutchinson at No. 1? Dane Brugler’s 2022 NFL mock draft, version 1.0

 

Kayvon Thibodeaux or Aidan Hutchinson at No. 1? Dane Brugler's 2022 NFL mock draft, version 1.0 – The Athletic

 

 

 

PFF has us taking McCreary out of Auburn.

 

https://www.pff.com/news/draft-2022-nfl-mock-draft-qb-sam-howell-washington-football-team-houston-texans-michigan-aidan-hutchinson-detroit-lions-kayvon-thibodeaux

[spicoli]

1 hour ago, High School Harry said:

I want the big Center out of Iowa.

 

Hard to see him not going in the top 10 even as a center. He's that good. 

[Cat]

13 hours ago, I_C_Deadpeople said:

FWIW, take this with a large splat of ketchup:

 

Our former OL coach was on Sirius NFL today and said the drfat is very deep with tackles. And he said arm length does not matter as much as it used to becuse the DE's are smaller and faster; in the past the DE's were the long bigger types so arm length was more important; having said that he said it was a bit ironic that the 2022 tackles generally have longer arms than the last few years. 

How anyone interviews him is beyond me.

[Cricket]

1 minute ago, Cat said:

How anyone interviews him is beyond me.

“How” or “Why”?    

 

 

[I_C_Deadpeople]

50 minutes ago, Cricket said:

“How” or “Why”?    

 

 

He still does work with a lot of draft eleigible OL each year. 

[claptonrocks]

New Orleans and Grern Bays cap is thru the roof...

 

They re-negotiate some contracts but i feel are few good players theyll release..

[Cat]

23 hours ago, Cricket said:

“How” or “Why”?    

 

 

You're right. Why is the better word.

[MichaelWeston]

Chargers Free Agents
CB-Chris Harris (I have done the last 3 opponents and each had a FA CB that could slide in at CB2 next year. Interesting that that market looks robust....so far anyway)
Edge-Nwosu
DT-Joseph(May not play due to Covid)
G-Aboushi (IR with ACL)
G-Schofield
TE-Anderson

[claptonrocks]

7 hours ago, MichaelWeston said:

Chargers Free Agents
CB-Chris Harris (I have done the last 3 opponents and each had a FA CB that could slide in at CB2 next year. Interesting that that market looks robust....so far anyway)
Edge-Nwosu
DT-Joseph(May not play due to Covid)
G-Aboushi (IR with ACL)
G-Schofield
TE-Anderson

Once upon a time Chris Harris was an outstanding CB..

 

That was a few years ago.

He'll be 33yrs old next summer..

Pass..

[spicoli]

4 hours ago, claptonrocks said:

Pass..

Yep

[MichaelWeston]

G-Tomlinson
OL-Compton Pollack with Jets 2019
DT-Street
DT-Jones
DT-Hurst
DE-Key
CB Johnson
CB Norman
CB Williams
CB Verrett

[claptonrocks]

33 minutes ago, MichaelWeston said:

G-Tomlinson
OL-Compton Pollack with Jets 2019
DT-Street
DT-Jones
DT-Hurst
DE-Key
CB Johnson
CB Norman
CB Williams
CB Verrett

Just a bunch of names Michael..

 

[|SF2|]

11 hours ago, claptonrocks said:

Just a bunch of names Michael..

 

Meh, their corners are very good.