This is the silly time in the NFL. Everybody and their Fantasy League brother are doing goofy mock drafts.

I clicked on this article expecting to roll my eyes. But I found it surprisingly intriguing.

I'm curious what you gents think of this guys speculation on Jeanty. I could see this happening. And like when we picked Gurley years ago when "We don't need a running back",
this move, though I doubt it is likely, could make this offense amazing!

Davante Adams: “True optimism” about Rams, not just hoping like last few seasons​

Davante Adams has changed teams for the third time in the last four years, which is a pretty good sign that things have not been going as hoped for the All-Pro wideout.

Adams was traded to the Raiders in 2022 and lost a lot of games while playing for two different head coaches before being traded to the Jets during the 2024 season. That move reunited him with Aaron Rodgers, but the Jets were playing with an interim head coach amid a disastrous season. They released both former Packers at the end of the year and Adams wound up signing with the Rams a short time later.

During an interview with Mike Silver of TheAthletic.com, Adams reflected on the last three seasons by quipping that if it gets dysfunctional with the Rams, “it means that I was the one making those organizations dysfunctional” because the NFC West club has shown no signs of it.

“This is like true optimism versus just hoping,” Adams said. “Obviously, knowing what I know about the management there, the players, the team success they’ve had in recent years and just over time . . . those are usually the type of teams that have stressed success. The most important thing was [joining] a good, winning team.”

Adams said that he feels he’s “playing equal or better ball” than he was during a run of three straight seasons as a first-team All-Pro and that he believes he will team with Puka Nacua to form a duo that’s going to be a lot for opposing defenses to handle. There were similar thoughts about the impact he would have in his last two stops, but Adams won’t find much argument that the overall situation looks better this time around.

Kobie Turner, Matt Stafford, Quentin Lake and Rob Havenstein

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Predicts offensive skill or lineman first pick and a move back. ILB and QB make an appearance in her mock!

Colts or Jags. I hope neither.

Okay, how about we add a different spin to this as the draft week starts. What is one prospect (and I think there might be a few in this draft class) who you see as a surprise 1st round pick and why?

Nothing groundbreaking here but I think - right now - Mason Taylor makes it into the 1st round. He's not a crazy ceiling guy but he's an eventual Y TE for a team for the next 8 years in a so so pass catching class. Outside that, I think there'll be an olineman who sneaks into 1st round since the cupboard is so bare at OT, Center and even a little guard this year.

250 years ago today

the birth of the American Revolution

I think America 250 officially kicks off on Memorial day


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Midnight Rides of Paul Revere, William Dawes and Samuel Prescott (April 18, 1775)
Battles of Lexington and Concord (April 19, 1775)
Siege of Boston (April 19, 1775 through March 17, 1776)
Skirmish at Grape Island (May 21, 1775)
Battle of Chelsea Creek (May 27-28, 1775)
Battle of Bunker Hill (June 17, 1775)
Conflict at Little Brewster Island (July 20 and 31, 1775)
Battle of Gloucester (August 8, 1775)
Fortification of Ploughed Hill (August 26-27, 1775)

‘Twas the week before Christmas.....eerrr NFL Draft – Mock

Don't know about anyone else, but I feel giddy this week just like a kid looking forward to Christmas.

Preface: This last mock before the Draft centers on players the Rams would pick based on Snead’s recent interview stating they’re focusing on players from larger schools, conferences who have played in big games, are NFL ready, and can contribute from Day 1, meshed with players that I like who I think fit that description.

Going to propose some CAP reduction in order to facilitate trade below.

• Extend Kevin Dotson ; possible CAP savings between 8-10 million

• Cut Post June 1st - Colby Parkinson 5.2 million savings

• Cut Post June 1st - Derion Kendrick 3.4 million savings

Trade: Early Day 2 of Draft Rams reach agreement with Miami for Jalen Ramsey in trade. Rams send this years #90 and a 5th Rnd from 2026. Miami agrees to pay 6-million of 18.6 million due this season.
Rams get that needed shot in the arm of experience and tenacity in the secondary to help make the Defense Top 5 in the League. It is a short term gamble for a Superbowl run while they still have Stafford. Shula to play mostly Zone coverage allowing Ramsey to keep everything in front of him.

Draft:
Trades-
Rams trade back with Cleveland for them to get a QB with 5th year option.
Rams send #26 ; Browns send #33, #94 & #179

5th Round: Rams send #190 & #201 ; Houston sends #166 .

#33 TE - Mason Taylor - LSU
Mason Taylor LSU Tigers 2024 Highlights

Taylor is arguably the most NFL ready player in the Draft. He also may be the most under utilized. Most of his targets were within 10 yards of the LOS. It is rare to see him catching a ball 15-20 yards downfield, but when he does he has great body control. He has the skillset and the willingness to do whatever McVay requires in the offense. IMO, he will be TE1 by mid-season.

#94 Safety - Andrew Mukuba - Texas
Drew's Clues | Andrew Mukuba NFL Draft Report & Scouting Profile

At 5’11 195 lbs, Mukuba has a slighter frame than other Safeties. However, this dose not eter from being one the hardest hitters when playing downhill and attacking ball carriers. He has 4.45 speed and can play sideline-to-sideline. He has elite football IQ and when in Zone can close gap on an open receiver “in a hurry”. He is versatile enough to play the slot. I think he can improve the Rams secondary similarly to the way Brian Branch did with the Lions, which is also noted in the video. He also had great production in 2024 with 6 INT’s an 5 passes defensed. With Kamren Curl and Quentin Lake only under contract one more season, Safety is as much a need as CB.
I see him being utilized in a 3 Safety implementation in sub packages and he could also sub for Lake against opponents with smaller, quicker receivers lined up in the slot.

#101 RB - Dylan Sampson - Tennessee
Dylan Sampson | 2024 Tennessee Highlights

Sampson brings the explosiveness and change of pace that I believe McVay is looking for when he mentions that he wants to tweek the offense in a way that they used Brooks in the Buccaneers’ offense. He’s got 4.40/40 speed, and he had 39 explosive runs in 2024. He can make defenders miss in a phone booth, he’s a good pass catcher but will need some work as a pass protector.

#127 CB - Dorian Strong - Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech DB Dorian Strong | 2025 NFL Draft Tape

Strong has enough size to play boundary CB at 6’1” 185 lbs. He has good make-up speed. He has a balanced skill set for both Zone and Man coverage ; evident by his PFF grades of 70 for both types of coverage. In 2023, he was only targeted 33 times an allowed 9 catches. He had a forced incompletion percentage of 13% over 4 seasons.

#166 DE - Elijah Roberts - SMU
"Elijah Roberts Is A GAME WRECKER!" | 2025 NFL Draft Prospect Spotlight!

Roberts has prototypical size for a 3-4 DE ; 6’4” 295 lbs. He had 3 years of experience @ Miami before transferring to SMU. So, he has a lot of game experience in the ACC. He had 8 sacks in 2024 along with a Pass Rush Win Rate of over 16%, which is great for a player his size playing DE and not getting the same head start that other OLB’s get with more space between them and the OT. He is relentless in pursuit, has powerful hands. Is a bit more stiff than most edge rushers and therefore mostly a Power Rusher at this point. If you like Jared Verse, you’re going to like Elijah Roberts.

#179 LB - Cody Simon - Ohio State
NFL DRAFT HIGHLIGHTS: LB Cody Simon | Ohio State Football

Simon has great experience along with being a Starting ILB of the National Champion Buckeyes. He is requisite size, 6’2” 235 lbs. He grades out highly by PFF, 87.7 overall, 90 vs Run, 80 as blitzer, 72 in pass coverage. ONe of his limitations is not a great wing span for disrupting the catch point with receivers. Other than that, he is above average playing coverage in Zone. Other attributes that the Rams love was that was team captain in 2024 and also won the “Bill Willis Block ‘O’ Jersey” for leadership, toughness, accountability, and character.

#195 WR - Keandre Lambert-Smith - Auburn
Keandre Lambert-Smith 2024 Auburn Season Highlights

Keandre will bring explosiveness to the X position in the Rams receiver room. He runs a 4.37/40 with 1.52 10 yd split. He’s 6’1” 190 lbs., surprisingly physical as a blocker despite his lean frame. Has elite change of direction displayed in his short shuttle time of 3.83 which translates to his route running efficiency. Consistently productive with 74% of his receptions going for first downs or TD’s. He will need to work on beating press coverage and work on lining up on the left side of the formation more. About 90% of all his snaps were from the right side.

#202 OT - Esa Pole - Washington St

Esa Pole | The Best Sleeper OT of the 2025 Draft - YouTube



Esa has great size for playing LOT, 6’7” 319 lbs. He started 22 games for the Cougars and during the 2024 season allowed 0 sacks on 498 Pass snaps. He has the second highest pass protection grade of any LOT in PFF at 86. However , he will need to improve his run blocking, with a grade of only 58.

Let's get everyone's best guesses on who will be the Rams first pick, whether it be at 26 or after a trade up or trade down. So basically your best targets or fits that make sense.

Mine...as of now... Lol!!!

And I am leaning towards trade down, then stand pat at 26. I would be surprised by a trade up.

Emeka Egbuka
Trey Amos
Mason Taylor
Jaxon Dart
Josh Simmons

1. Prizes​

First Place: $350
Second Place: $75
Third Place: $25

Friday, April 18

Memphis Showboats at Michigan Panthers – 8:00 PM ET (FOX)

Saturday, April 19

St. Louis Battlehawks at Arlington Renegades – 12:30 PM ET (ABC)

Birmingham Stallions at Houston Roughnecks – 7:00 PM ET (FOX)

Sunday, April 20

San Antonio Brahmas at DC Defenders – 5:00 PM ET (FOX)

In the last two Rams drafts they have done very very well. I have been a fan for 50 years and these last two drafts combined are the probably best comprehensive 2-year draft period that I can recall. The key to their draft success especially in 2024 was focusing more on mental traits than physical traits. High character, leadership, competitiveness, toughness, and love for the game. Some of the guys drafted like Verse also have elite athletic traits as well but quite a few don’t check all those trait boxes. I think the Rams need to continue following this North Star - Character, competitiveness, toughness, and love of the game.

In 2023 even without a first-round choice they found 4 legitimate starters (5 if you include Evans the punter) though the draft. They also found 4 rotational depth guys from that class along with a UDFA long snapper. In year three 10 of the 14 picks are still on the roster. And the other four are still in the NFL for now. Note: the 4 that are gone were basically edged out due to the finding better players in 2024. The two standouts from that class were Puka Nacua and Kobie Turner, Nacua made the pro bowl and was runner up for offensive rookie of the year. Kobe Turner was third on the list for defensive rookie of the year and continued to ascend in 2024, becoming a young leader for the defensive front. The Rams also have Emmanuel Forbes a former 1st round pick from the 2023 draft class now on the roster. Currently 11 players from the 2023 draft class were on the roster in 2024. Note: this excludes Stetson Bennett who spent the 2024 season on the practice squad and may be long shot to make the team in 2025.

In the 2024 draft the Rams found 4 more starters (including a kicker) along with a nice bounty of 9 total draft choices, along with 5 undrafted free agents that also netted them a starter and two waiver wire claims that populated 53-man roster. The 2024 class netted a total of 16 players that have spent time on the 53-man roster at various times. There is potential for some of those backups and rotational players to graduate to starters in the future. Many of the non-starters from 2024 contributed and some significantly, with only 7th round pick, KT Leviston, not playing due to being stashed on IR. All of the 16 players from the 2024 draft class are still rostered on the team in 2025 heading into the draft.

List of the 10 Established starters from the last two draft classes

• Steve Avila Starting RG -2023 2nd ; PFWA all-rookie team 2023
• Kobie Turner Starting DT 2023 3rd; PFWA all-rookie team 2023
• Byron Young Starting OLB 2023 3rd; PFWA all-rookie team 2023
• Puka Nacua Starting WR 2023 5th; PFWA all-rookie team 2023; 2nd team All Pro 2023;
• Ethan Evans Punter 2024 7th
• Alex Ward Long Snapper 2023 UDFA
• Jared Verse Starting OLB 2024 1s; PFWA all-rookie team 2024; Pro Bowl 2024; Defensive Rookie of the Year 2024
• Braden Fiske Starting DT 2024 2nd PFWA all-rookie team 2024
• Omar Speights Starting ILB 2024 UDFA
• Joshua Karty kicker 2024 6th

There are 5 potential future starters from 2023 and 2024. Even if none of them start in 2025 they will still be key depth and rational players for the Rams.

• Bo Limmer RG 2024 6th (14 starts 2024 including 2 playoff games)
• Emmanuel Forbes 2023 1st (Waiver claim - 8 career starts & 1 for the Rams in 2024)
• Kamren Kinchens Safety 2024 3rd (4 starts in 2024)
• Blake Corum RB 2024 3rd (1 start in 2024)
• Davis Allen TE 2023 5th (6 career starts in with 5 in 2024)

Other key rotational depth and potential future starters

• Jordan Wittington WR 2024 6th (3 starts in 2024)
• Justin Dedich C/G 2024 UDFA (3 starts in 2024)
• Josh Wallace CB 2024 UDFA (3 starts in 2024)
• Jaylen McCoullugh Safety 2024 UDFA (1 start 2024)
• Tyler Davis DT 2024 6th No credited starts but a key rotation player

There are also some practice squad players from the 2024 class who were not on the 53 -man roster in 2024 that could still find their way on the final 53.

Are we now spoiled, and do we now have too high of an expectation that the Rams will continue to hit it big in the draft? My Expectations have been raised but I also understand that not all drafts are equal in talent offered.

The 2025 NFL Draft could feature one of the most unpredictable first rounds in recent memory.
In a normal year, teams might have 18 to 22 players with first-round grades. For many organizations, that number is lower this time around.
As one longtime team executive put it recently: "I don't think there's a difference between Player 10 and Player 40 in this draft. (But) you've got to draft somebody."

So, after Cam Ward, Travis Hunter and Abdul Carter are long gone, who could be some of the surprises that come off the board on Thursday evening?
The following five players are underrepresented in the mock draft discourse, but hearing their names called in Round 1 wouldn't shock some of the NFL executives, scouts and coaches I've talked to in recent weeks.

Carson Schwesinger
UCLA · LB · Junior (RS)
A onetime walk-on at UCLA, Schwesinger (6-foot-2 1/2, 242 pounds) led all FBS players with 90 solo tackles and was a Butkus Award finalist last season, his first as a starter. He can run, cover and play all three downs. His instincts and character are pluses.

Schwesinger isn't as versatile as Alabama's Jihaad Campbell, who also has flashed edge-rush ability. But with several teams near the bottom of Round 1 needing an off-ball linebacker, Schwesinger could find his NFL home sooner than many expect.

Emeka Egbuka
Ohio State · WR · Senior
With this receiver class, the first-round attention has largely focused on Arizona big-play threat Tetairoa McMillan and Texas speedster Matthew Golden. But don't overlook Egbuka, Ohio State's standout slot receiver who racked up a school-record 205 catches for 2,868 yards and 24 touchdowns in 50 college games (37 starts).

Egbuka (6-0 7/8, 202) has been durable, missing just three games for health reasons (ankle injury in 2023) over his four years as a Buckeye. And he's arguably more explosive than former OSU teammate Jaxon Smith-Njigba, who went 20th overall to Seattle in 2023 and just made his first Pro Bowl. At this point, frankly, I'll be surprised if Egbuka doesn't go in the first.

Jared Wilson
Georgia · C · Junior (RS)
While some teams project versatile North Dakota State OL Grey Zabel to center, the top prospect who actually played the position in college is probably Wilson. According to Pro Football Focus, the Georgia product allowed zero sacks in 511 pass-block snaps last season, his first as a starter.

Like most UGA centers, Wilson (6-3, 310) is quicker than he is strong, but he tested off the charts at the combine. Many teams expect he'll go on Day 2, but it won't be a total shock if he's off the board even sooner.

Tyleik Williams
Ohio State · DT · Senior
In a deep defensive line group, Williams stands out because of his size (6-2 7/8, 334), experience (51 college games with 25 starts) and run-stopping ability.

A hamstring injury suffered while running the 40-yard dash at the Buckeyes' pro day last month cut short Williams' pre-draft process. But that's not expected to be a long-term issue. He had six top-30 visits -- including several with teams owning picks late in Round 1.

Tyler Shough
Louisville · QB · Senior
There isn't much consensus across the league about the QBs in this draft beyond Cam Ward being the top prospect and presumptive No. 1 overall pick. Shough has thrust himself into the next-tier conversation with Shedeur Sanders, Jaxson Dart and Jalen Milroe -- and many scouts and coaches rank him above at least one of those more-heralded players.

In a seven-year college odyssey, Shough started 32 games at three schools. He returned from three significant injuries (broken collarbone in 2021, shoulder issue in '22, broken leg in '23) to put together a career year last fall at Louisville: 62.7% passing for 3,195 yards and 23 touchdowns (against six interceptions) in 12 starts for a Cardinals team that finished 9-4.

Shough is older (25), and both the injury volume and its impact on his play style will concern some teams. But coaches like his size (6-4 7/8, 219), accuracy and processing ability. He might be the readiest of the whole QB group to play in the NFL right now. Does he have a chance to be a bona fide, long-term starter in the pros? All it takes is one team to buy in and take a shot on Shough in Round 1.

We’re down to a week.

You’ve seen the data.

What do YOU want to happen?

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21m per. He’s not an elite CB now but he’s still a very good #1…
I hope he asks for his release. He still has a ton of love for this coaching staff. He’s close w/ D-Will also.
Rams still have love for Ramsey the person and player.

What says you?

Good listen here. Lots of insight into his coaching journey, football families, and Ram players and coaches.

I think this dude is not a fluke, and will build on last year, learn from his mistakes, and be even better. He sure seems to be a clone of McVay, maybe a bit less the boy genius.


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An article by Jourdan that will answer a lot of things that are asked or commented on around here IMO.

Each year, every NFL general manager, scout and coach has a personal list of favorite draft prospects -- guys to pound the table for when the clock is ticking and a decision must be made about which player to invest precious draft capital in. Well, I'm no different. With the 2025 NFL Draft just around the corner (April 24-26 in Green Bay, Wisconsin), here is my list of prospects I feel most passionately about.
Now, this exercise isn't all-encompassing. Every year, it's hard for me to leave out some players I would strongly advocate for, but I don't want to be pounding the table nonstop. Also, while the list does not exclude players who are likely to hear their names called during Round 1, the vast majority of guys I've included here are likely Day 2 (Rounds 2-3) and Day 3 (Rounds 4-7) picks.

Fourteen of the 16 players on last year's version of this list were drafted. The two undrafted players were brought into camp, and one of them -- TE Dallin Holker -- ended up starting a couple of games for the New Orleans Saints. Three of the 16 were drafted by the Buffalo Bills, and another three landed with the Saints -- I swear I didn't have access to their draft boards! Ten of the 16 started at least one game in 2024, with two members -- Steelers OG Mason McCormick and 49ers S Malik Mustapha -- starting at least 12 games. Hopefully, the players mentioned below can replicate -- if not exceed -- the success of last year's pound-the-table class!

Shedeur Sanders
Colorado · QB · Senior
It’s pretty simple to me. Sanders has helped turn two programs around, bringing new energy to Jackson State and then Colorado. He’s improved every year, too, leading offenses coordinated by Sean Lewis (now the head coach at San Diego State) in 2023 and former NFL head coach Pat Shurmur in 2024. So, he’s quite familiar with pro concepts.

Being the son of Pro Football Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, his head coach at JSU and UC, brought Shedeur a lot of attention and the so-called perks of the world. You know what else it did? It put a big target on his back. Shedeur has taken the best shot from the opposition over and over again, and I believe there are plenty of people who would like to see him fail. He’s dealt with that his whole life.

He keeps producing, no matter the challenges, and he’s faced his share of those. I’m banking on his talent and determination.

I would be pounding the table for him if I were a QB-needy team picking in Round 1.

Cam Skattebo
Arizona State · RB · Senior
Skattebo might be a top-five running back in this year’s draft. I definitely believe he can be an NFL starter. I know his timed speed is not great, but I’m not overly worried about it. With his running style and play speed, he will still be able to break off runs of 10-20 yards that make a big difference in a game. And he’ll have some runs even longer than those when he knocks people over down the field. Yes, he has a compact build, but he moves like a player with more length, and he’s going to punish defenses.

He can make plays in the passing game, too, with soft hands that pluck the ball quite well. I don’t know if people are giving him the respect he deserves this spring.

Jack Bech
TCU · WR · Senior
Bech is no stranger to tough competition. He began his career at LSU -- where he was a teammate of 2024 first-round draft picks Malik Nabers and Brian Thomas Jr. -- and he led that team in receptions with 43 in 2022. He transferred to TCU for his final two seasons, pacing the Horned Frogs with 62 catches in 2024. Bech runs good routes, reels in contested catches and will make blocks, too. And I’ll never forget his emotional Senior Bowl performance, when he made the game-winning catch in the final seconds and paid tribute to his late brother, Tiger, who tragically passed away in the New Orleans terror attack one month earlier. Tiger, a true hero, saved a life during the attack.

Efton Chism III
Eastern Washington · WR · Senior
Chism is smaller in stature (5-foot-10, 195) for the receiver position, but he piled up huge numbers during his time at Eastern Washington. He led the FCS with 120 catches last season and also ranked among the top five in receiving yards (1,311) and touchdown grabs (13). Much of his production has come on shorter throws, but don’t sleep on his ability to make people miss and be physical when the ball is in his hands. There’s an emerging NFL WR pipeline coming out of EWU, with Cooper Kupp and Kendrick Bourne among Chism’s predecessors. I like this guy a lot as a late Day 3 pick.

Jalin Conyers
Texas Tech · TE · Senior
Conyers bounced between Oklahoma, Arizona State and Texas Tech during his five college seasons, and while he never put up eye-catching numbers, I think he’s being overlooked a bit in this class. He’s built like an in-line (“Y”) tight end. He has great movement skills for a 260-pounder, though, and could also be used as a big slot receiver. He can even do damage as a Wildcat quarterback (two rushing TDs in 2024). Conyers will have to block a little bit more at the next level, but I could say that about almost every tight end in the class.

Donovan Jackson
Ohio State · OG · Senior
Jackson didn’t blink when he had to step up in a big way for Ohio State last season. An injury to Josh Simmons left a massive hole at left tackle for the Buckeyes, but Jackson slid outside from guard -- and his first assignment was blocking Penn State’s Abdul Carter, arguably the top player in this year’s draft. Jackson was up to the challenge during the team’s run to the national title, and I watched up close as he powered through his NFL Scouting Combine workout, when it didn’t look like he was at his best. He’s expected to move back inside in the pros, where one team is going to be very happy with the decision to draft him, likely early on Day 2.

Willie Lampkin
North Carolina · C · Senior
I understand Lampkin does not have the measurables NFL teams want to see. At 5-10, 279 pounds, he’s extremely undersized. All I know is Lampkin more than held his own at the Senior Bowl, when he was matched up against much bigger people. This guy is a battler, and he has the intelligence to play the center position. So, are we going to give up on him because he’s small? I’m not. Some teams might envision Lampkin as a fullback at the next level due to his size, but I think center is where he belongs. He reminds me of A.Q. Shipley, who was a trusted starter for Bruce Arians on some very good Cardinals teams in the previous decade, although Shipley was about 20 pounds heavier than Lampkin. I know the odds are against this young man, but I’m rooting for him.

David Walker
Central Arkansas · Edge · Senior
I’m not a member of the scouting community -- you have to do the job, and earn it -- but I listen and learn from those who are part of that fraternity. They have taught me that the ability to rush the quarterback translates, no matter what level of football you’re coming from. Walker has it. He posted an eye-popping 82.5 tackles for loss with 39 sacks over the past four seasons, splitting his time between Southern Arkansas and Central Arkansas. He had a good week at the Senior Bowl, where he was matched up against tougher competition than he faced during his college career. He might not possess the ideal measurables at 6-0, 267 pounds, but I like guys who can rush the passer, no matter what package they come in. I see a little of two-time Pro Bowler Shaq Barrett in his game.

Alfred Collins
Texas · DT · Senior
Texas must be doing something right when it comes to developing interior defensive linemen. A year after former Longhorns Byron Murphy II and T’Vondre Sweat were drafted, it’s Collins’ turn. He’s a big man at 6-5, 332 pounds, with long arms, a quick first step and good change of direction. He was a second-team All-American in 2024, and he has the tools to elevate his game beyond what we saw at Texas. I would be pounding the table for him on Day 2 of the draft.

Danny Stutsman
Oklahoma · LB · Senior
I’m convinced Stutsman will be a three-down linebacker at the next level, and I have no doubt he will be making the calls on the field for a defense one day. Stutsman reminds me of Chiefs LB Leo Chenal, although Stutsman is about 20 pounds lighter. They had almost identical 40 times at the combine (Stutsman: 4.52; Chenal: 4.53 in 2022). Chenal has a nose for the football, and the same goes for Stutsman, who hits with some thump. He was well-coached in high school, and that continued during his time at Oklahoma. He's a ball player.

Benjamin Morrison
Notre Dame · CB · Junior
Morrison has not received as much buzz as other cornerback prospects this spring, due in large part to the hip injury that ended his 2024 season after six games. The medical exams will be critical for him, because when he’s healthy, he’s as good as any cornerback in this year’s class. He’s comfortable in any situation, whether he’s in off coverage, man, press or zone. He’s being coached up by NFL defensive back skills trainer Jeremy Lincoln, who has my full trust and respect. If the medicals check out and Morrison fares well in his pre-draft workout -- scheduled for April 21 – don’t be surprised if he ends up going in Round 1.

Dante Trader Jr.
Maryland · S · Senior
I would not count Trader out of making an NFL roster. He’s not going to wow anyone with his athletic testing, but he knows how to play the game. When I was at the Senior Bowl, every time I looked, he was near the football, which reminded me of Eagles safety Sydney Brown, who played in the Senior Bowl two years ago as a prospect out of Illinois. Trader was an elite lacrosse player, as well. In fact, he earned third-team All-American honors in 2023 for Maryland lacrosse, one of the best programs in the country. I see similarities between him and Browns safety Ronnie Hickman, who was also mighty skillful on the lacrosse field during his high school days. I trust Trader when I watch him play.

Seventeen prospects have accepted invitations to attend the 2025 NFL Draft in Green Bay, Wisconsin, which begins at 8 p.m. ET on April 24. The group includes three of the top quarterbacks in this year's class and one of the most fascinating draft prospects in recent memory.
The trio of quarterbacks is led by Miami's Cam Ward, the potential No. 1 overall pick of the Tennessee Titans, and includes talented SEC passers Jaxson Dart (Mississippi) and Jalen Milroe (Alabama).

Among the 17 attendees are nine offensive players, seven defensive prospects and one true hybrid, Travis Hunter. The Colorado standout won the Heisman Trophy playing both sides of the ball -- thriving at wide receiver and cornerback -- and appears determined to handle both duties in the NFL.
The Heisman runner-up, Boise State RB Ashton Jeanty, also will be in attendance. Jeanty, who ran for 2,601 yards last season, is seeking to join Saquon Barkley and Bijan Robinson as the only running backs drafted in the top 10 since 2018.

Three of the highly touted talents at wide receiver -- Hunter, Texas' Matthew Golden and Arizona's Tetairoa McMillan -- will be at this year's draft. The offensive line will be represented by Alabama's Tyler Booker, LSU's Will Campbell and Ohio State's Josh Simmons.