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13. Bucs - OT Tristan Wirfs

BACKGROUND: Tristan Wirfs was raised by a single mother (father wasn’t in the picture) in Mount Vernon as a do-everything athlete with baseball as his first love. He continued playing baseball at Mount Vernon High School as a power-hitter and fastball pitcher, but football, track and wrestling also became an important part of his sports routine. He became the first player in the state of Iowa to win both the shot and discuss titles in three straight years since the 1950s. As a senior, his careerbest in the shot (66-3 1/4) ranked sixth-best nationally and second-best all-time in the state. In wrestling, Wirfs won the 2017 state championship at a senior, shedding 35-plus pounds after football season. He was a three-year starter on the offensive and defensive lines, posting 31 tackles and 2.0 sacks as a junior. Wirfs led Mont Vernon to a 9-3 record as a senior left tackle (added 35 tackles and 3.0 sacks on defense), blocking for an offense that scored 46 touchdowns in 2016. He was named first-team all-state on offense and the Des Moines Register’s All-Iowa Boys’ High School Athlete of the Year.

A four-star offensive tackle recruit out of high school, Wirfs ranked as the No. 33 tackle in the country and the No. 3 player in the state. His first offer came from Iowa State followed by Iowa a few weeks later after he attended a Hawkeyes camp. Kirk Ferentz extending the scholarship in person was enough to sell Wirfs that Iowa was the place for him. He elected to skip his final season of eligibility and enter the 2020 NFL Draft.

STRENGTHS: Owns big-man twitch…stays on his feet with the hip and joint flexibility to maintain proper body positioning…above-average body control for the position…defaults to his fundamentals, allowing him to direct his power and win the point of attack without sacrificing his balance…stout base with the ability to quickly reset when defenders get into his body…stays square and absorbs contact well, making it tough to bully him…strikes with pop in his hands to jolt defenders…creates knockback or turns defenders to open run lanes…freaky weight room numbers and that strength translates to the field (No. 1 on Bruce Feldman’s 2019 ‘Freaks List’)…broke Brandon Scherff’s program record (445-pounds) with 450-pound reps in the power clean…very competitive in his preparation and doesn’t know any other way…his coaches say he is “mature and always smiling”…well-versed at both left and right tackle and didn’t miss a game in college due to injury.

WEAKNESSES: Powerful frame with exceptional mass, but lacks ideal arm length for edge work…bad habit of oversetting, putting too much weight on his outside foot…tends to misfire with his punch, which stems from low hands that start by his waist…angles have room for improvement…highly competitive, but doesn’t play with a consistent mean streak…made a few youthful mistakes while at Iowa: arrested for DUI (July 2018) for operating a motored scooter while he was intoxicated (suspended for the 2018 season opener); cited for being in a bar while underage (June 2019)…primarily played right tackle in college.

SUMMARY: A three-year starter at Iowa, Wirfs lined up primarily at right tackle in offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz’s pro style scheme. He became the first true freshman in the Kirk Ferentz era to start at offensive tackle and was considered interchangeable on the left or right sides (played mostly right tackle because Alaric Jackson was a better left tackle than right tackle). A natural athlete, Wirfs’ background in track (explosiveness) and wrestling (body control) have translated to his football skills, including the importance of training and preparation. While he is still refining his fundamentals, his ability to reset is impressive, rarely losing his center. Overall, Wirfs’ lack of ideal length will push him to guard on some boards, but his big-man twitch, developed power and tendency to always default to his balance are an impressive combination, projecting as a starting tackle or guard in the NFL.
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Uhhh....

That's low key almost as bad as the Hopkins trade...

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Uhhh....

That's low key almost as bad as the Hopkins trade...
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49ers could’ve had other suitors.

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49ers are all about the defensive line. First round picks all over that. Sigh. Wish the Texans would have kept doing that.

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14. 49ers - DT Javon Kinlaw

BACKGROUND: Javon (juh-VONN) Kinlaw, who is the youngest of three boys, moved around throughout his childhood from Washington, D.C., to Mississippi to South Carolina. He and his family were homeless for a stretch and staying with friends as his mother, Leesa James, who arrived in the United States from Trinidad in 1995, tried to find work. Kinlaw spent his freshman season at North Charleston High before moving to Goose Creek to live with his father, George, in 2013. He had very little football experience, but at 6-foot-6 and 260 pounds, the coaches started with the basics and developed his immense skill set. Kinlaw, who also played basketball at Goose Creek, worked his way into a starter on the varsity team, playing offensive and defensive line, and although immaturity was still an issue, the potential earned him an invite to the U.S. Army All-American Game.

A three-star defensive tackle recruit out of high school, Kinlaw received interest from several Power 5 programs, including Steve Spurrier at South Carolina, but his grades and conduct were red flags. New Gamecocks head coach Will Muschamp visited with Kinlaw and pitched the idea of him enrolling in the GED program at Jones County Junior College (Miss.) before joining South Carolina. He took the opportunity seriously and received his degree in one year, giving him three years of eligibility at the FBS level. In his one season of junior college, he was named the MACJC South Division’s Most Valuable Defensive Lineman with 26 tackles, 8.5 tackles for loss and 4.5 sacks. A four-star recruit, Kinlaw briefly decommitted from the Gamecocks and entertained offers from Alabama, LSU and USC, using the opportunities to see different parts of the country. But he always planned to stay close to home and sign with South Carolina. He has a one-year old daughter, Eden Amara. His cousin Caleb was a senior running back for the Gamecocks in 2019. He graduated with his degree in interdisciplinary studies (December 2019). Kinlaw accepted his invitation to the Senior Bowl.

STRENGTHS: Explosive first step…raw power courses through his limbs, using his length to out-leverage the point of attack…converts his quick-twitch get-off to power, shocking and moving blockers with his physical hands…lateral foot quickness and flexible body type to loop and attack gaps…uses his taller stature to keep clear vision to the football, scraping and filling the correct run lane…three career blocked kicks on special teams…lost 40 pounds after he arrived at South Carolina in 2017 and dedicated himself in the weight room, developing thick legs and pythons for arms (only 16 percent body fat).…tough-minded and cleans up plays with hustle (SC defensive line coach John Scott Jr.: “He makes you smile as a coach”)…motivated by his young daughter and rough (often homeless) upbringing, pushing himself to never be in that situation again.

WEAKNESSES: Taller stature works against him at times, softening his anchor and allowing blockers to wash him down…sacrifices his balance for the chance to make a play…mechanics aren’t pro ready…must develop a counter plan when his initial rush is ineffective…not naturally instinctive and more of a see-ball, get-ball type of defender, taking time for him to reset if his eye control isn’t right…only average backfield production over his career…played through a torn labrum in a hip during the 2018 season, requiring surgery (December 2018) that sidelined him for the bowl game; battled knee tendinitis (January 2020) throughout the draft process.

SUMMARY: A three-year starter at South Carolina, Kinlaw lined up at defensive tackle in Will Muschamp’s four-man front, spending most of his time on the outside shade of the guard or head-up over the center. His college production was unimpressive, but the tape shows him facing constant double-teams and minimal chances to pad the stat sheet. Kinlaw aces the eye test with his massive frame and shows the length and initial burst to win quickly, using his immediate momentum to put blockers on their heels and create movement. Although his upright playing style can be a detriment, especially when attempting to break down in small areas, he has a ready-made body type and his height helps create clear sight lines to the football. Overall, Kinlaw won’t live up to his draft spot if he doesn’t improve his consistency from a technical standpoint, but his combination of length, raw power and gap quickness creates flashes of Kansas City Chiefs’ Chris Jones, projecting as a high-upside NFL starter.
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Deep wr class and only two taken so far

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Shannon Sharpe gonna love this pick.

15. Broncos - WR Jerry Jeudy

BACKGROUND: Jerry Jeudy (JUDY) established himself as a youth league star in South Florida and started his prep career at Monarch High School where his older brother (Terry) played as a receiver and safety. During his two seasons at Monarch, he developed a close friendship with teammates with Calvin and Riley Ridley, who became his role models at the receiver position. With Calvin off to Alabama and a coaching change at Monarch, Jeudy and Riley opted to transfer to Deerfield Beach prior to the 2015 season where Jeudy played his final two high school seasons. As a junior, he lined up at receiver and cornerback, posting 41 catches for 500 yards and 10 touchdowns. Riley graduated and enrolled at Georgia, leaving Jeudy as the team’s top receiving option in 2016. As a senior, he collected 76 receptions for 1,054 yards and 15 touchdowns, earning second-team All-American honors.

A five-star wide receiver recruit, Jeudy was the No. 3 receiver in the 2017 recruiting class (behind Donovan Peoples-Jones and Tee Higgins) and No. 21 player overall in the class. With dozens of offers, he narrowed his college choice to Alabama, Florida, Florida State, Miami and Tennessee and ultimately followed in the footsteps of other South Florida receivers like Calvin Ridley and Amari Cooper by committing to the Crimson Tide. Jeudy graduated high school early and enrolled in Tuscaloosa in January 2017. His younger sister (Aaliyah) passed away in 2016 at the age of seven after dealing with medical issues her entire life. Jeudy elected to skip his senior season and enter the 2020 NFL Draft.

STRENGTHS: Game-altering play speed…masterfully shifts gears mid-route, accelerating in a blink…clean footwork and hip turn, making his transitions look effortless…technically skilled pacing to leverage coverage and set up defensive backs…profound releases due to his electric quickness…instinctive down the field, finding open zones in coverage…quick hands to stab throws away from his body mid-stride, making grabs under duress…owns an appetite for football and puts his head down and works (Calvin Ridley: “He works really hard and deserves everything coming his way”)…passed Julio Jones for fourth all-time in school history in receiving yards (2,742), just 39 yards behind Ridley for the third spot…only Amari Cooper caught more touchdown passes in an Alabama uniform.

WEAKNESSES: Decent height/length for the position, but thin-boned with below average bulk on his frame…focus drops were an issue for him, especially over the middle (seven of his eight drops in 2019 came in the middle of the field)…doesn’t have the body strength to power through tackle attempts…limited growth potential and room to add extra muscle mass…half-hearted blocker and struggles to sustain…doesn’t offer much on special teams…suffered a partial tear of his meniscus and required surgery (April 2018), missing spring practice.

SUMMARY: A two-year starter at Alabama, Jeudy was the “H” receiver in offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian’s offense, lining up inside and outside and on both sides of the formation. He became just the second receiver in school history with back-to-back 1,000-yard receiving seasons, benefiting from an elite passing attack with Tua Tagovailoa at quarterback and dynamic receivers spread across the field. Jeudy can run every route in the playbook and is a very quarterback-friendly target with his ability to separate, making sharp, collected cuts at full speed that defenders can’t match. Everything he does is quick, including his ability to snare-and-secure throws, but focus drops plagued his tape, especially over the middle. Overall, Jeudy doesn’t have the ideal body type or play strength, but his combination of play speed, brake-and-balance skills and route savvy allow him to uncover anywhere he wants on the field, projecting as an impact NFL receiving target.
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Oh No!!!
I just realized that my friends cousin K'Lavon Chaisson is mocked to the "girls" in a lot of mocks.

PLEASE pick him Atlanta!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Man I hope the cowgirls don’t draft lamb

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Reach by Atlanta

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16. Falcons - CB A.J. Terrell

BACKGROUND: Aundell “A.J.” Terrell Jr. was a three-year starter on both sides of the ball at Westlake High School, just west of downtown Atlanta. As a junior, he posted 55 tackles, 16 passes defended and two interceptions at cornerback while adding five touchdown receptions on offense. Along with playing corner and receiver, Terrell split the quarterback duties as a senior and was named the 7A Player of the Year in the state. He finished the 2016 season with 53 tackles, 8.0 tackles for loss, 15 passes defended and two interceptions, earning first-team all-state honors. Terrell also competed in track at Westlake, setting personal bests in the 100 meters (10.95) and 200 meters (22.32).

A four-star cornerback recruit out of high school, Terrell ranked as the No. 6 cornerback in the country and the No. 7 recruit in Georgia. He received a few dozen offers and narrowed his list down to Clemson, Florida (his “dream school”) and South Carolina, committing to the Tigers. His son (Aundell III) was born in June 2019. His older sister (Ariel) ran track and cross country collegiately at Western Kentucky. His younger sister (Arieaunna) runs track at West Georgia. Terrell elected to skip his senior season and enter the 2020 NFL Draft.

STRENGTHS: Excellent height/length with decent muscle bulk for the position…balanced athlete with controlled feet early to mirror from press…competitive play speed to run with receivers downfield…stays dialed in to shadow routes without hesitation…aggressive hands and hangs on receivers up and down the field…quick to get his eyes on the football and does receiver-like things at the catch point…plays angry in coverage…physical open-field tackler, going low and wrangling the legs…described as a “fierce competitor” by his coaches and a “program guy” who buys in and works his tail off…durable and didn’t miss a game in his three seasons at Clemson, including 30 straight starts.

WEAKNESSES: Doesn’t have the make-up speed to recover after a false step in coverage…slightly stiff through his core and can be driven off the top of routes…tends to turn his hips at the snap, making it tough for him sink and redirect…doesn’t rely on his peddle, limiting his break quickness…will struggle vs. route technicians if he doesn’t jam…combative mentality, but grabby hands will earn him attention from officials…average play strength and labors shedding receiver blocks…nine missed tackles on the six tapes I studied…inconsistent production as a blitzer.

SUMMARY: A two-year starter at Clemson, Terrell lined up at cornerback in defensive coordinator Brent Venables’ 4-3 base scheme, playing primarily press-man coverage, but also saw reps in off-man, zone and inside/outside. He didn’t perform very well in the final two games of his college career, especially in the national title game vs. LSU where Ja’Marr Chase dominated the match up, but his overall body of work shows a talented player, including a pick-six vs. Alabama a year earlier in the 2018 national title game. Terrell loves to challenge receivers up and down the field, showing the length and athleticism to stay within arm’s length. However, he will struggle vs. route specialists due to his average speed and inconsistent fundamental transition skills. Overall, Terrell must develop his hip and lower body mechanics to maintain his balance in coverage, but he is a well-built athlete with the physical and mental toughness to compete for starting reps early in his NFL career.
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Damn it.

17. Cowboys - WR CeeDee Lamb

BACKGROUND: Cedarian “CeeDee” (SEE-dee) Lamb was born and raised in Opelousas, La. before Hurricane Katrina forced his family to relocate to the Houston area (similar situation to Grant Delpit, who was his teammate in youth football). He started playing football in the fourth grade and attended Foster High School just outside of Houston. After hitting a growth spurt and becoming a starter on varsity as a sophomore, he recorded 57 catches for 1,082 yards and 11 touchdowns as a junior in 2015. Lamb had a record-breaking senior season at Foster, posting 98 receptions for 2,032 yards (fourth-most in state history) and 33 touchdowns (tied for second-most in state history). He also had three punt returns for touchdowns and earned first-team all-state and All-American honors.

A four-star wide receiver recruit out of high school, Lamb was the No. 24 receiver in the 2017 class and the No. 22 recruit in the state of Texas (fourth-ranked receiver in the state behind Tyrell Shavers, Jalen Reagor and Tylan Wallace). The college offers piled up from programs like Alabama, LSU, Texas, Texas A&M and others, and he committed to Oklahoma after his junior season. He decommitted the following April to “think things over” before re-committing his pledge to the Sooners shortly before his senior year. Lamb elected to skip his senior season and enter the 2020 NFL Draft.

STRENGTHS: Tall, long target with solid muscle tone… adjusts to the ball in flight with outstanding tracking and ball skills…contorts his body mid-air with quick hands to pluck…instinctive YAC skills, understanding spacing and angles to run away from defenders (one of only two FBS receivers with 40-plus catches in 2019 to average better than 11.0 YAC per reception…shows creative vision to weave through the heart of the defense…displays natural explosion in his routes, pulling away when needed…creates route leverage with his body lean and eye level…body power to spin out of tackle attempts…fearless over the middle, absorbing hits and holding on…one of the more eager blockers you will see on tape…averaged 8.5 yards on punt returns in college (56/475/0)…produced at a high clip at Oklahoma, finishing his career second in school history in touchdown receptions (32) and third in receiving yards (3,292) and 100-yard receiving games (14).

WEAKNESSES: Speed is more build-up than immediate…benefited from free releases on tape and will need to develop his initial attack vs. press…will get himself in trouble pushing off downfield…needs to adapt more of a disciplined approach without abandoning his knack for making plays (double-digit combined penalties the last two seasons)…effort is there as a blocker, but often out of control with sloppy technique…missed one game as a junior after he didn’t pass concussion protocol from the previous week (November 2019).

SUMMARY: A three-year starter at Oklahoma, Lamb was the “X” receiver in head coach Lincoln Riley’s air raid offense, lining up on the left side of the formation (inside and outside). He was consistently productive with three different starting quarterbacks (Baker Mayfield, Kyler Murray, Jalen Hurts) the last three years, setting the school record for career catches (24) of 40-plus yards. Lamb has quick hands and feet to give defenders the slip before and after the catch, showcasing the football IQ and athleticism that allows him to find open space downfield. There is a backyard football element to his game and added refinement is needed, but his natural feel for creating after the catch is what he does best, showing multiple gears, vision and toughness to force missed tackles. Overall, Lamb is a balanced athlete with the body fluidity of a much small player and the ball skills and competitive nature of a much bigger player, projecting as a high-ceiling NFL starter due to his playmaking instincts.
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Whew!!!!!!
I hate to see a great OU player go to Jerrah, but I'm so happy it wasn't Chaisson!

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Texans, y'all can overpay Randall Cobb, we'll take CeeDee Lamb.

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Cowboys got the best receiver in the draft WOW

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Wow!
I can't believe this but I just realized that the cowgirls have a better general manager than we do! (Mind exploding)

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As much slack Jerry gets, Cowboys have drafted relatively well as of late. Hell of an addition for Dak.

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