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sports1 year ago

2025 NFL Draft: Top Prospects, Trades, and Team Projections

The 2025 NFL Draft features a deep pool of defensive prospects, with standout players at each position. Notable edge defenders include Abdul Carter and Nic Scourton, while Michigan's Mason Graham leads the interior defensive line. Jalon Walker and Jihaad Campbell are top off-ball linebackers, and Will Johnson is a top cornerback prospect despite recent injuries. The draft class also includes promising safeties like Malaki Starks and Kamari Ramsey. Overall, the draft is expected to be deep, particularly in defensive positions, though not necessarily top-heavy.

via Pro Football Focus|
#2025#college-football#defensive-prospects
sports1 year ago

Browns' 2025 Draft Strategy: QB or Dynamic Playmaker?

The Cleveland Browns, currently 2-7, are eyeing a top pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, with potential targets including quarterbacks Shedeur Sanders and Cam Ward, offensive lineman Kelvin Banks Jr., and versatile athlete Travis Hunter. The team may also consider defensive prospects like Mason Graham or edge rushers such as Abdul Carter. While trading down could help recoup lost draft capital, the Browns' draft strategy will depend on their late-season performance and quarterback situation.

via Browns Wire|
#cleveland-browns#defensive-prospects#nfl-draft
sports1 year ago

"Analyzing Raiders' Top 30 Visits for 2024 NFL Draft"

As the 2024 NFL Draft approaches, the Las Vegas Raiders are concluding their Top 30 visits with prospects, including quarterbacks Michael Penix Jr. and Bo Nix, defensive linemen Mekhi Wingo and Braden Fiske, and linebacker Edefuan Ulofoshio. These visits indicate the team's interest in potential draft picks for various positions, with a focus on addressing needs at quarterback and bolstering the defensive line.

via Silver And Black Pride|
#defensive-prospects#las-vegas-raiders#nfl-draft
sports1 year ago

"Vikings Fans Divided on Draft Strategy as 2024 NFL Draft Approaches"

The Minnesota Vikings are considering trade proposals to move up in the NFL Draft, with speculation about targeting a top quarterback. There's also discussion about a potential trade involving star wide receiver Justin Jefferson. The team hosted defensive prospects for visits and is exploring various draft scenarios, including a mock draft that has them acquiring a top quarterback. Former Vikings GM Rick Spielman believes the team will have to "overpay" to trade up for a top QB prospect.

via Daily Norseman|
#defensive-prospects#justin-jefferson#minnesota-vikings
sports1 year ago

"Ohio State Secures Top Defensive Recruit Tarvos Alford for 2025 Class"

Ohio State's recruiting momentum surged after landing commitments from four-star defensive end London Merritt and four-star linebacker Tarvos Alford for the 2025 class, bringing their total commitments to nine, including eight of the class' top 101 prospects. The Buckeyes also hosted top prospects like David Sanders Jr. for visits, showing their continued pursuit of talent in the class.

via Eleven Warriors|
#2025-class#college-football#defensive-prospects
sports2 years ago

"2024 NFL Draft: Top Defensive Prospects and Rising Stars to Watch"

The 2024 NFL Draft is already generating buzz, and there are plenty of defensive prospects to get excited about. Here are the top 10 defensive prospects before the 2023 college football season: Jared Verse, Kool-Aid McKinstry, J.T. Tuimoloau, Leonard Taylor, Jer'Zhan Newton, Chop Robinson, Barrett Carter, Laiatu Latu, Cooper DeJean, and Dallas Turner. These prospects include edge rushers, cornerbacks, and linebackers, with impressive stats and traits that make them potential early-round picks in the 2024 NFL Draft.

via CBS Sports|
#cornerbacks#defensive-prospects#edge-rushers
sports2 years ago

"Optimizing Dallas Cowboys' Draft Picks for Defensive Success and Breakout Players"

As the Dallas Cowboys prepare for the NFL Draft, they will have to balance the value, need, and risks of each prospect. Here are five defensive prospects that could fit the Cowboys' needs: Will McDonald IV (Edge Rusher), Mazi Smith (Interior Defensive Line), Daiyan Henley (Linebacker), Emmanuel Forbes (Cornerback), and Jason Taylor II (Safety). While some positions may not be a top priority, adding these prospects could help build the future of the franchise.

via DallasCowboys.com|
#dallas-cowboys#dan-quinn#defensive-prospects
sports2 years ago

"Debating Cowboys' No. 26 pick: Offense or Defense?"

With the NFL draft a month away, Mock Draft 2.0 predicts which players teams will select in the first round. Quarterbacks C.J. Stroud, Bryce Young, and Anthony Richardson are among the top prospects, while defensive players like Will Anderson and Bryan Bresee are also expected to go early. The Dallas Cowboys are projected to select defensive tackle Bryan Bresee with the 26th pick.

via The Dallas Morning News|
#dallas-cowboys#defensive-prospects#mock-draft