Rookie Scouting Profile: WR Velus Jones
Velus Jones Jr. (WR) Tennessee Height Weight 40-Time DOB NFL Draft Dynasty ADP NFL Comp 6-0 203 4.31 05/11/1997 Day 3 3rd-4th Marquise Goodwin College Production After transferring to Tennessee, Jones was a dangerous deep threat and excelled in special teams as a returner. While his skill set may not earn him high grades by NFL teams, his Combine performance certainly did. His ridiculous 40 time combined with his built-in ability to contribute on special teams even if he struggles as a wideout earned him a Day 2 slot Strengths • Elite speed and acceleration • Punt and Kick returns • Can find the holes in a zone defense • Explosive and agile • More physical as a wideout and blocker than most speed guys • Above-average hands • Tracks deep balls well Weaknesses • Limited route tree • Will be 25 when the season starts • Not overly productive throughout college career • Limited experience outside of the slot • Questionable football I.Q. • Adds little to an offense outside of gadget plays and a straight-line deep threat Fantasy Outlook Jones has the potential to be one of if not the best return man in the league. If your league awards points for return yards then he is an intriguing process. Otherwise, he is an extreme boom or bust prospect. It’s extremely unlikely he develops into anything more than a big-play home run hitter. He will see bombs, screens, and end-arounds. He landed in Chicago which isn’t the best-case scenario but could be worse. At the very least the fact that they used Day 2 draft capital on him increases his likelihood of getting a legitimate shot on offense Post-Draft Recap Because of his rather advanced age, Jones might actually have more redraft than dynasty value in 2022. He’s less than one month younger than D.J. Moore, who is entering his fifth NFL season. While the door is wide open for Jones to emerge from a very thin Chicago receiving corps with a substantial role, he’s not a player we expect to see move up much in dynasty formats. Keep an eye on his usage this summer before making Jones a speculative redraft target in the final rounds. Other Rookie Profiles Breece Hall Isaiah Spiller Treylon Burks Garrett Wilson Chris Olave Drake London Kenneth Walker III Rachaad White Jameson Williams Abram Smith Malik Willis Skyy Moore Kenny Pickett Zamir White Wandale Robinson Jerome Ford Matt Corral Kevin Harris Jalen Wydermyer John Metchie Calvin Austin Sam Howell ZaQuandre White Tyler Allgeier Jeremy Ruckert Justyn Ross Jashaun Corbin Desmond Ridder Pierre Strong Jr. JOIN OUR MAILING LIST! GET THE LATEST ARTICLES & UPDATES Subscribe to our FREE newsletter – Breaking Fantasy news & site updates! Like and share our new Facebook page! Be sure to pay attention to our giveaways for your shot at some sweet prizes!
2022 NFL Draft Risers and Fallers
2022 NFL Draft Risers and Fallers Between the Senior Bowl and the NFL Draft, players see their stocks rise and fall for various reasons on their way to being drafted. These are some of the guys who have seen the biggest swings in recent weeks. For more on the 2022 NFL Draft, check out Jody Smith’s mock draft, my latest mock, and the FullTime Fantasy football industry mock. Risers Derek Stingley (CB) – Not too long-ago Stingley was a lock to be an easy Top 10 pick and probably higher. Then he didn’t perform at quite as high a level in 2020 and missed most of 2021 with a Lisfranc injury. Then he also missed the combine while rehabbing and saw his stock drop. However, after an outstanding Pro Day and positive reports across the board as of late, his stock is back on the rise and he will likely still be drafted as a Top 10 pick. Malik Willis (QB) – We have seen Willis go from a potential high-upside project who hasn’t played against top competition to the likely first quarterback off the board since the Senior Bowl. He displayed his athleticism at the Senior Bowl and every workout since, and scouts and analysts have fallen in love with him. Now, he’s expected to be drafted ahead of every other quarterback in the class and some believe more than 10 spots higher. Rachaad White (RB) – The Top 3 running backs heading into the offseason were Breece Hall, Kenneth Walker III, and Isaiah Spiller. There wasn’t a ton of debate about that. After them, the most popular names were James Cook and Damion Pierce. After an impressive Combine analysts started reevaluating White’s film and statistics. We began to hear, “Spiller is still my RB3 but…” Which has now evolved into, “White has jumped up to my RB3 in this draft.” Treylon Burks (WR) – Burks has worked his way into the Top 10 pick conversation this spring after a rough combine. He ran a 4.55 forty which was slower than expected and many bumped him down their draft boards. However, it seems most are back on board after remembering just how physical and talented he is. The 40-yard dash causes big changes after the combine, but usually cooler heads prevail, and we remember it’s far more important to be good at football than to run fast in a straight line in shorts. Or you end up drafting Denzel Perriman or Darrius Heyward-Bey in the first round. Either or. Travon Walker (EDGE) – After displaying otherworldly athleticism at the combine, Walker shot up draft boards. You can make an argument he wasn’t a Top 3 player on his college defense before that. Now he’s the betting favorite to go first overall to the Jacksonville Jaguars on Thursday. There’s no doubt he’s seen the greatest rise this spring of any player looking to join the NFL on April 28. Fallers George Karlaftis (EDGE) – Some considered him the top edge rusher in the draft heading into a combine. After a poor showing at the combine, he has fallen down draft boards. Many had who had him as a single-digit pick now have him going much later in the first. He looked stiff and didn’t show great bend in combine drills and opted not to participate in speed drills which were his biggest question mark. Isaiah Spiller (RB) – Spiller was locked in at the RB3 heading into the offseason, but that may not be the case anymore. He battled an abductor injury at the combine and other backs have climbed up draft boards. This isn’t to say he can’t still be a Top 3 back off the board, nevertheless, heading into the combine he was more likely to go No. 2 than No. 4. That’s no longer the case. Jamison Williams (WR) – Williams was at one point a lock to be the WR1 in this draft. Unfortunately, he suffered a torn ACL in the National Championship Game which puts his early-season availability in question. He will still be a high pick, and someone could even reach for him. However, others believe with the unbelievable speed we saw at the combine, teams may not be as inclined to reach for him because there is plenty of speed at the position. Although I will say, of everyone in this article, he’s the most likely to make me look like an idiot and fly off the board early. Sam Howell (QB) – Howell stinks and everyone knows it. However, in a bad draft class, he was still near the top of the list at his position heading into the offseason. Then we saw the ascension of Willis and Desmond Ridder. Even Carson Strong has made some noise this spring. Heading into the season Howell was a potential first-overall pick. Heading into the offseason he was a potential first-round pick. Heading into the draft he’s a potential Day 2 pick. Justyn Ross (WR) – Ross is polarizing, to say the least. He has plenty of raw talent and showed it off during his first two seasons at Clemson. Then he had a serious spinal injury that required surgery. He followed that with a lackluster 2021. We knew we would see a wide range of opinions of him because of course he wasn’t as good in 2021 coming off that injury, but that injury is very real and scary for an NFL team investing in him. Nevertheless, all the athleticism we saw at the combine from receivers likely tanked any chance of him being a high draft pick. Now he needs to hope he doesn’t fall past Day 2. JOIN OUR MAILING LIST! GET THE LATEST ARTICLES & UPDATES Subscribe to our FREE newsletter – Breaking Fantasy news & site updates! Like and share our new Facebook page! Be sure to pay attention to our giveaways for your shot at some sweet prizes!
Rookie Scouting Profile: RB Dameon Pierce
Dameon Pierce (RB) Florida Height Weight 40-Time DOB NFL Draft Dynasty ADP NFL Comp 5-10 219 4.59 02/19/2000 Day 2 late 2nd Chris Carson College Production Rushed for 2,123 yards and 32 TDs as a
College Production
College Production
Rushed for 2,123 yards and 32 TDs as a senior at Bainbridge (Ga.) High and spurned Alabama for Florida. Got 69 carries as a freshman for the Gators and produced 424 yards and a pair of scores. In 2020 rushed 106 times for a team-high 503 rushing yards and also contributed 17/156 as a receiver. Broke out in junior season, scoring 13 times on the ground in just 100 attempts and snagging 19-of-19 targets for an additional three scores.
Strengths
• Absolute beast. PFF’s highest-graded RB from 2021 as a runner and ranked 6th as a receiver.
• Hauled in all 19 targets.
• Scored a whopping 16 touchdowns on just 119 touches in 2021.
• 138 Elusive Rating ranked 14th amongst all running backs and was top-20 in yards per route run.
• Extremely powerful and violent runner who…
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2022 NFL Mock Draft
The 2022 NFL Draft is now just days away and the anticipation is growing. Trying to project this draft might be a futile project but it is always fun to break down prospects and predict their landing spots. It also
After posting Jody Smith’s 2022 NFL Mock Draft 1.0, here is my attempt at forecasting Round One.
1. Jacksonville Jaguars – Aiden Hutchinson (DE) – Many fell in love with Walker after the combine, but Hutchinson is simply the better player and needs to be the top guy off the board if the Jags go with a defensive end as I expect them to.
2. Detroit Lions – Travon Walker (DE) – I don’t love the pick her but the NFL loves upside. Walker is off the board at No. 2.
3. Houston Texans – Ahmad Gardner (CB) – The Texans need everything and Sauce is the best player in this draft. They need to go best available and they do here.
4. New York Jets – Kayvon Thibodeaux (EDGE) – With Gardner off the board to the Texans, Thibodeaux is the no-brainer choice here being that I can’t see them going O-line.
5. New York Giants …
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Rookie Scouting Profile: WR Khalil Shakir
Khalil Shakir (WR) Boise State Height Weight 40-Time DOB NFL Draft Dynasty ADP NFL Comp 6-0 196 4.43 02/03/2000 Day 2 3rd round Christian Kirk College Production Four-star recruit out of Vista Murrieta High School
College Production
Four-star recruit out of Vista Murrieta High School in Murrieta, California, committed to Boise State and played in 10 games during true freshman season, catching 16-of-22 targets for 170 yards and one touchdown. Became full-time starter during sophomore campaign, and put up a 63/872/6 line in 14 starts. During Covid-shortened junior season, caught 52 balls for 719 yards and 6 TDs in 7 games. Named to All-Mountain West First Team in 2021 and played in the Senior Bowl after compiling 1,117 receiving yards and 7 scored on 77 catches. Had second-most catches in the Moutain West since the 2020 season.
Strengths
• Versatile. Took snaps under center, lined up in backfield and on jet sweeps, and played all over the field as a wide receiver. Also has kick return experience.
• Hugely competitive with elite football IQ and character.
• Dangerous downfield threat who seems to always be where the ball is and make a big play each game.
• Very good hands catcher. Plucks passes out of the air in full stride and excels at creating space on breaks.
• Dangerous run-after-catch…
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Rookie Scouting Profile: WR Christian Watson
Christian Watson (WR) North Dakota State Height Weight 40-Time DOB NFL Draft Dynasty ADP NFL Comp 6-4 208 4.36 05/12/1999 Round 2 1.12 Chase Claypool College Production After catching 23 passes (8 for touchdowns) as
College Production
After catching 23 passes (8 for touchdowns) as a senior at Plant High School in Tampa, Florida, Watson redshirted his true freshman (2017) season at North Dakota and contributed 9 receptions for 165 yards during the Bisons’ 2018 Division 1 championship run. Was named to the All Missouri Valley Football Conference Second Team in 2019 after posting a 34/732/6 line and an additional rushing score. Promoted to the All-MVFC First Team during the abbreviated 2020 campaign and again in 2021. A four-time FCS champion, Watson also suited up for the 2022 Senior Bowl and stood out in practice all week.
Strengths
• Off the charts metrics, including 96th-percentile 40-yard dash (4.36), 95th-percentile Burst Score (133.5), 97th-percentile catch radius (10.36), and 98th-percentile Speed Score 0f 119.9.
• 38.5-inch vert and 11-foot-4 broad jump indicate an explosive athlete.
• Improved route-running. Uses large frame well to…
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Rookie Scouting Profile: RB Pierre Strong Jr.
Pierre Strong Jr. (RB) South Dakota State Height Weight 40-Time DOB NFL Draft Dynasty ADP NFL Comp 5-11 205 4.37 12/10/1998 4th Round 3.04 Tevin Coleman College Production Rushed for 2,248 yards and 30 touchdowns during
College Production
Rushed for 2,248 yards and 30 touchdowns during junior year at John L. McClellan High in Little Rock, Arkansas. As a senior, was named Arkanas’ 5A Offensive Player of the Year and committed to South Dakota State on January 16, 2017. Redshirted first season with Jackrabbits but was named Missouri Valley Football Conference Freshman of the Year after rushing for 1,116 yards (9.5 YPC) and 11 scores in 2018. Earned first of three All-MVFC First Team honors in 2019 after compiling 1,187 total yards and 9 TDs. Named First Team All-American, SDSU MVP, and was a finalist for the Walter Camp Award after breakout 2021 campaign after leading FCS with 1,673 rushing yards and ranking 2nd with 18 touchdowns on the ground.
Strengths
• Superior speed. Led all running backs at the 2022 NFL Scouting Combine with a 4.37 40-yard dash and also posted a 95th-percentile 113.5 Speed Score. Had 10 touchdowns from 50-plus yards at SDSU.
• One-cut runner that can burst around the edge and consistently churn out huge gains.
• Plus vision with a good feel for lanes. Knows where defenders are and is able to find gaps at a consistent rate.
• Footwork and balance fit well in
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Rookie Scouting Profile: QB Desmond Ridder
Desmond Ridder (QB) Cincinnati Height Weight 40-Time DOB NFL Draft Dynasty ADP NFL Comp 6-3 211 4.49 08/31/1999 Day 2 early 3rd Ryan Tannehill College Production Named All-Metro out of St. Xavier High School in Louisville,
College Production
Named All-Metro out of St. Xavier High School in Louisville, Kentucky, signed letter of intent and redshirted for Cincinnati in 2017. Named the starter in 2018, passed for 2,445 yards and 20 touchdowns, and led the Bearcats to a 35-31 victory over Virginia Tech in the Military Bowl, and was named AAC Rookie of the Year. Broke out in 2020, earning All-AAC First Team and AAC Offensive Player of the Year honors and was named MVP of the 2020 Birmingham Bowl. Capped off his college career with a phenomenal senior campaign of 3,334 yards, 30 TDs and led the Bearcats to the college football playoffs for the first time.
Strengths
• Dual-threat talent who has well-developed mechanics, a strong arm, and is more than capable of making plays with his legs.
• Outstanding leader and field general. Interprets defenses well and shows a ton of poise and ability to process downfield reads. Strong work ethic.
• Superb athlete. Led all QBs at the Combine with…
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Rookie Scouting Profile: RB Jashaun Corbin
Jashaun Corbin (RB) Florida State Height Weight 40-Time DOB NFL Draft Dynasty ADP NFL Comp 5-11 202 4.58 08/20/2000 6-UFA 5-6 Ke’Shawn Vaughn College Production Corbin wasn’t overly productive at Florida State but was a consistent
College Production
Corbin wasn’t overly productive at Florida State but was a consistent and reliable back after transferring from Texas A&M after an injury-plagued 2019 season. In 2020 he carried the ball 81 times for 401 yards and five TDs while adding 19 receptions for 115 yards through the air. He improved on those numbers in 2021 rushing for 887 yards on 143 carries and scoring seven TDs while chipping in with 25 receptions for 144 yards and a TD in the passing game.
Strengths
- Good vision.
- Good size.
- Physical runner who
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Rookie Scouting Profile: WR Justyn Ross
Justyn Ross (WR) Clemson Height Weight 40-Time DOB NFL Draft Dynasty ADP NFL Comp 6-3 5/8 210* 4.63* 12/15/1999 Day 2-3 2.12 Corey Davis * Pro Day College Production Rivals’ No. 15 recruit out of Phenix
College Production
Rivals’ No. 15 recruit out of Phenix Central High School (AL) after snagging 13 touchdowns and excelling as a returner during senior season. Committed to Clemson and set a school record by averaging 21.7 yards per catch and posting an impressive 46/1,000(team-high)/9 en route to Freshman All-American accolades. Earned All-ACC Honorable Mention honors in 2019 after catching 66 passes for 865 yards and 8 scores. Sat out 2020 due to a bulging disk and congenital spinal fusion but returned during redshirt junior season to post a 46/514/3 line.
Strengths
• Excellent size profile to be a solid mismatch and red-zone target against smaller defensive backs.
• Good route runner who makes excellent cuts and has deceptive breaking ability
• Plus versatility. Experience from the perimeter, slot, and
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