NFL Draft: CB Rankings
1
Jermod McCoy
School: Tennessee
Ht/Wt: 6’1”, 188 lbs
Strengths:
– Great combination of size and athleticism.
– Good vertical leap to high point passes.
– Strong hands to snag interceptions. Has the twitch to blanket receivers and the speed to hang deep.
– Great ball skills to break up passes.
– Will lay out for the ball.
– Smooth slide that allows him to cover ground in zone coverage.
– In zone, backpedal looks good, as does downhill acceleration.
Weaknesses:
– Injury concern after ACL tear.
– Could do a little better getting off blocks when playing the run.
– When in press, jabs could be a bit more consistent.
– Tackling can look a tad shaky at times.
– Once in a while will stay on his assignment a little too long in zone.
– Instances of being a bit too grabby.
Summary:
McCoy is the best cover CB in this draft class. His combination of size and athleticism is a big reason for that. He has the necessary twitch to mirror complex routes, but also the speed to stay tight on routes that take him over the top. That’s not to say he is perfect all the time, but his blips are just blips, and they are fixable. There are some of those blips when he is in press coverage, and his jab doesn’t quite hit the mark. I’d also like to see more grit shown when he is playing the run, especially when looking to get off blocks. The same can be said for his tackling. However, I wouldn’t say his tackling is a big weakness, either. As I mentioned, his issues are all correctable. The biggest draft day conversation will regard his ACL injury that forced him to miss the 2025 season. This may cause a slide, as injuries sometimes do. But on tape, McCoy profiles as a CB1 on the outside.
| Grade: 87.2 | Round Grade: 1st |
2
Mansoor Delane
School: LSU
Ht/Wt: 6’0”, 187 lbs
Strengths:
– Good size/speed combo.
– Strong player with the ability to excel in press coverage.
– Length to play with leverage.
– Doesn’t allow much separation in man coverage.
– Length allows him to get a hand on the ball to break it up.
– Won’t often get out-physicaled at the catch point.
– Willing to come down low to help in run support.
Weaknesses:
– Tackling technique needs work.
– Instances where he looks timid when attempting a tackle, and the ball carrier runs through it.
– Can be slow reacting to underneath passes when in zone.
– Overall instincts in zone coverage can improve.
– Might not be quick enough for work in the slot. Long limbs make transition a bit tougher.
– Instances where he is slow to turn his head to the ball.
Summary:
Delane is a long CB prospect with the strength and enough athleticism to be a mainstay on the boundary. He excels in press coverage, where his ability to strike causes a lot of route disruption for his opponent. There is enough long speed to hang on downfield passes, and he doesn’t give up much in contested situations. I love the physicality he plays with. He helps out in the run game, but there are times where his tackling looks a bit concerning. More so in space when facing a receiver after the catch, rather than in the run game, but even still, the issues will have to be fixed. He looks a bit timid or hesitant, and the ball carrier runs through the tackle. As well, there are times where his long frame makes it tougher to change directions. It’s more noticeable in the slot, so I don’t see inside/outside versatility at the next level. The skills are all there to do well in zone, but his instincts will have to improve. That should come in time, but early on, Delane’s talent in man coverage should allow him to see snaps early and often. As he develops, the potential is there to be a number 1 for his team’s defence.
| Grade: 86.2 | Round Grade: 1st |
3
Colton Hood
School: Tennessee
Ht/Wt: 6’0”, 193 lbs
Strengths:
– Plays with size, length, and toughness.
– The physicality in his game stood out right away.
– Has the long speed to travel deep with receivers.
– Is able to recover after early loss.
– Plays contested situations nicely.
– Turns head and gets arms up to knock down the ball.
– Helps in run support and is a strong tackler when he gets the chance.
– Jabs effective in press coverage.
– Does a decent job of coming downhill from zone on underneath passes.
Weaknesses:
– Long limbed. Can be a tad slow flipping hips. Twitchiness isn’t terrible, per se, but not his strong suit.
– Also isn’t elite when it comes to burst or early speed. Sometimes leads to quick losses. Not ideal, even if he does have the ability to recover on downfield routes, as his speed picks up.
– Shiftier ball carriers can make him miss in the open field before he is really able to attempt a tackle.
– Some question marks about lateral range in zone coverage.
– Instances of being a bit too grabby.
Summary:
Hood is an outside CB who plays with the toughness needed to win at the position. He is at his best in press coverage, where his jabs more than disrupt routes. He has the long speed to hang deep, but sometimes he does have to recover, as it can take a second to build it up. But twitch is the bigger issue for me. Comeback routes and in breakers can sometimes be a bit challenging. Even more so, shifty ball carriers can embarrass him in the open field. No doubt, there are limitations to his game. That being said, when his strengths are being utilized effectively, you don’t often see his weaknesses exposed. When he lands his jabs at the line, he gives himself the upper hand, and his straight line speed afterwards is usually good enough. His length and physicality at the catch point are big plusses, and the toughness also shows up in run support. Hood will be a scheme specific guy at the next level, but will be capable of being a good #2 in the right system.
| Grade: 84.7 | Round Grade: 2nd |
4
Chris Johnson
School: San Diego State
Ht/Wt: 6’0”, 193 lbs
Strengths:
– Plays with very clean technique. Love his footwork.
– Smart player. IQ allows him to excel in zone coverage.
– Passoffs are clean in zone.
– Smooth backpedal.
– Decent enough quickness to stick with shiftier receivers.
– Enough speed to stick on deep routes.
– Can play in the slot or on the outside.
– Clean wrap up tackler.
– Willing to help in run support and does so often.
– Fights to get off blocks.
– Plays disciplined and has good enough athleticism to stick to his receiver in man coverage.
– When within reach, he is great at making a play on the ball.
Weaknesses:
– Sometimes loses out in contested situations.
– Doesn’t seem to elevate enough.
– Length can also be an issue, giving receivers an upper hand when they contest through the air.
– Shows a slight lack of fluidity when flipping hips. Could open an opportunity for certain opponents.
– Overall athleticism is good, but is it elite?
– Shows some inconsistencies when playing press.
Summary:
Johnson has the tools to be a good player on the outside or in the slot, playing a variety of different coverages. He has enough speed and quickness to blanket in man, and his patience and ability to read routes helps him stay connected to his man. In zone, he has enough fluidity to be in the right spots at the right time, with his IQ again also factoring in. There is some scrappiness to his game, which shows up when he fights to break up passes, or to make plays against the run. However, length isn’t really on his side, and he can lose out in contested situations. As well, while his athleticism is good, I’m not sure the tape shows someone who is elite in this category. Certain matchups could be more challenging than others, for him, and he’ll have to be careful. The good news is that he still has more than enough for it not to be a major deficiency. It is more of a nitpick, if anything. His ability in contested situations is probably the biggest concern here. Overall though, Johnson’s ability to play well in man or zone, and on the outside or inside, will give his drafting team a lot of options. He is a scheme versatile player, and should become a solid, reliable starter pretty early on, if not immediately.
| Grade: 83.5 | Round Grade: 2nd |
5
Avieon Terrell
School: Clemson
Ht/Wt: 5’11”, 186 lbs
Strengths:
– Saw plenty of snaps on the outside and in the slot.
– Smooth enough athlete to handle these duties.
– Good footwork in zone coverage. Backpedal is smooth and he is able to cover a lot of ground.
– Willing participant in run support.
– Looks his best playing man on the outside.
– Scrappy player who fights to the end on a lot of plays.
– Gets his hands up and will knock down passes on shots over the top.
– Attempts to force fumbles.
– Is able to get hips flipped quickly to mirror go routes.
– When he is decisive in the slot, you can see the talent and ball skills. Will lay out to break up a pass.
– Coverage is sticky when his reaction time is on point.
Weaknesses:
– Can sometimes be late reacting to route breaks, leading to separation. Saw it more in the slot.
– Doesn’t have the biggest frame, and ball carriers can bounce off his tackle attempts.
– Will need to get stronger also to improve in contested situations.
– Speed is good, but probably not elite. Faster receivers can sometimes gain a step on him on downfield routes.
Summary:
Terrell is a very smooth player whose skill set brings inside/outside versatility. I thought there were times where he played more reactive in the slot, but in some of his later games, this seemed to improve. Whether on the outside or in the slot, he possesses the quickness needed to mirror receivers and prevent separation as they are exiting their breaks. This also allows him to have success in zone coverage. Overall, I like his ball skills and the way he fights to break up passes. However, he plays light, and bigger targets can still outmuscle him at the catch point. As well, ball carriers are sometimes able to run through him. He’ll definitely need to get stronger as he transitions to the next level. I wouldn’t say his speed is elite, and there can be the odd time where a deep threat receiver can gain a step. But I didn’t see this happen often. He is generally able to stay tight, and I’d expect the same going forward. I don’t know if I see CB1 potential, but I think he has the tools to be a good #2, or perhaps a starter in the slot, if his development stays on track.
| Grade: 82.3 | Round Grade: 2nd |
6
Brandon Cisse
School: South Carolina
Ht/Wt: 6’0”, 189 lbs
Strengths:
– Very good athlete with the ability to blanket in coverage.
– Can cover all three levels.
– Has good length to disrupt passes.
– Frame is well built for the physical aspects of the position.
– Able to contend for contested passes.
– Good footwork.
– Gets out of his backpedal smoothly.
Weaknesses:
– Not as effective in zone as he is in man.
– Instincts are still growing, but aren’t there yet.
– Tackling needs work
– Doesn’t track the ball as well as he could.
– Low effort against the run.
Summary:
Cisse is an athletic CB with the length and strength to do it all. However, right now, he is much better in man than zone. It is simpler for him there and it allows his natural tools to shine. His length is an asset in contested situations, but his ball tracking could improve. His play against the run will also have to improve. Overall, there is high end starter upside.
| Grade: 80.3 | Round Grade: 2nd |
7
Keionte Scott
School: Miami
Ht/Wt: 5’11”, 193 lbs
Strengths:
– Aggressive, downhill playing style.
– Hyperactive near the line of scrimmage.
– Very scrappy, will fight hard to get off blocks, and succeed.
– Great in run support. Takes good angles and makes some pretty nice tackles, considering his size.
– Probably the best blitzing CB in this draft class.
– Goes in hard after the QB, and is able to navigate his way through traffic to get home.
– Fluid enough lateral movement skills to be effective in zone coverage.
– His downhill burst allows him to either make a play on the ball or tackle the receiver for no extra yards.
– Burst makes him a threat to undercut routes.
Weaknesses:
– Not as good in man coverage as he is in zone.
– Some questions about long speed, as well as his ability to flip hips and stick with receivers down the field.
– Playing with more discipline would help in man coverage.
– Undersized and can lose out in contested situations, despite best effort.
– Overaged prospect.
– Scheme specific player. Slot only, and is currently better in zone, and a role that keeps him closer to the line of scrimmage.
Summary:
Scott’s style won’t be for everyone, but it is hard not to appreciate the intensity and compete level that he brings on every snap. He is probably the best blitzer in this class, and just always seems to be around the ball when things are kept near the line of scrimmage. Scott excels against the run, and his toughness and strength allows him to play bigger than his size and get off blocks. He is good in shallow zone, and he has enough fluidity and lateral mobility to cover ground and close windows. His downhill burst makes him a threat to undercut quick passes and take them back the other way. However, he isn’t as sticky in man coverage. His athleticism is alright, though not elite in its entirety. But discipline issues more so are what allow receivers to separate at the top of routes. Scott is a slot only player, and is much better in zone, at this point in time. The lack of versatility will turn some off, but in the right system where he can play to his strengths, he can be a bigtime playmaker.
| Grade: 79.4 | Round Grade: 3rd |
8
Malik Muhammad
School: Texas
Ht/Wt: 6’0”, 182 lbs
Strengths:
– Athletic player with the ability to play in man coverage.
– Smart player. His fluidity goes well with his IQ in zone coverage.
– Has the burst to get underneath passes before they go for longer gains.
– Scrappy player who makes plays against the run.
– Capable of pass breakups at the catch point.
Weaknesses:
– Generally ia good in coverage, but does sometimes bit on plays.
– Despite effort, bigger players can sometimes make it tougher for him to disengage from the block.
– Got some pass interference calls.
– Tackling technique is inconsistent. Instances where he is looking for a splash play, rather than a clean tackle. The mistakes have to be cleaned up.
Summary:
Muhammad is an athletic, talented CB with the tools to make it on the outside. His athleticism gives him the ability to match up just about anywhere, while his long reach really makes for a nice combination. Some poor mistakes in coverage will need to be cut out, and his tackling technique also needs work. But overall, Muhammad has what it takes to start. I’d have her on the outside, but there is inside/outside versatility.
| Grade: 79.3 | Round Grade: 3rd |
9
D’Angelo Ponds
School: Indiana
Ht/Wt: 5’9”, 182 lbs
Strengths:
– Good overall athlete.
– Downhill burst stands out.
– Can close in quickly on underneath routes when in zone.
– Speed to blanket receivers down the field.
– Good enough quickness to work out of the slot.
– High effort player.
– Aggressive in attempts to break up passes.
– Very willing in run support.
– Good vision in zone coverage.
– Passoffs are smooth, and his downhill burst makes it tough for teams to get much underneath.
Weaknesses:
– Undersized player.
– Lacks length, and will lose out in contested situations.
– Lacking physical traits to play press.
– Can get carried forward when attempting tackles.
– Played on the outside in college, but will probably be forced to kick inside.
– Overall athleticism is good, but there sometimes is a little clunkiness when stopping and starting. Not a big hit to his athletic profile as a whole, but for someone who is undersized, you would rather avoid any issues in this category, even if slight.
– This issue can open up opportunities on comeback routes, for example.
Summary:
Ponds is a high effort CB with standout speed. He played on the outside in college, but his lack of size and length will likely see him move permanently to the slot. The versatility, still, could come in handy in a pinch. Ponds is tenacious at the catch point, which helps force incompletions. Bigger receivers can give him some trouble, but the matchups should be better for him in the slot. His speed allows him to stay pretty tight in man coverage, but his IQ in zone stands out even more. Athletically, he is good in most areas, but his stop/start ability isn’t perfect, and it is an area where receivers could potentially exploit him to create separation. Against the run, his effort and instincts allow him to hold his own, but the size issue does factor into some losses. Ponds isn’t a perfect player, but his effort, IQ, and good athleticism (for the most part) should allow him to become a good player. I see him eventually being a starter in the slot, and his skill set should also afford him early reps on special teams, possibly even in the return game.
| Grade: 78.7 | Round Grade: 3rd |
10
Keith Abney
School: Arizona State
Ht/Wt: 5’10”, 187 lbs
Strengths:
– Good quickness to turn and go with receivers.
– Solid mirror ability at first two levels.
– Inside/outside versatility.
– Solid downhill burst when in zone, that he uses to keep plays in front of him.
– Competitive at the catch point.
Weaknesses:
– Might not quite have the speed to perfectly stick on routes further down the field.
– Can play the outside, but size and somewhat limited speed might push him inside where his quickness will especially be well received.
– Technique as a tackler needs to improve.
– Committed too many penalties.
– Can improve stickiness at the top of routes.
– Length can be an issue.
– Bites on route fakes.
Summary:
Abney has good quickness and solid speed, which shows up in his play on the boundary. His speed is good but not elite, and there are some hiccups that occur at the top of routes. Abney is scrappy and competitive, and has shown to be pretty good in press. I do wonder if his good, but not great long speed (along with lack of length) caused a team to move him in the slot. Regardless, he should be able to start before too long. He’ll have to just cut out some of the mental mistakes.
| Grade: 76.8 | Round Grade: 3rd |
11
Ephesians Prysock
School: Washington
Ht/Wt: 6’3”, 196 lbs
Strengths:
– Great length.
– Long reach allows for more pass breakup opportunities.
– Good diagnostics in zone coverage.
– Can play the run.
– Can press at the line.
– Pretty good athlete for his size. Fluidity was better than I expected going in.
– Good in press.
– Quick enough feet to cover the space he needs to in zone.
– Willing run defender and has a large tackle radius.
Weaknesses:
– Inconsistent in run support, especially as a tackler.
– Needs to use better technique.
– Plays at a high pad level, which takes away a little from his movement skills.
– Footwork can improve.
– Sometimes gets grabby at the top of routes.
– Bites on double moves.
– Fluid for his size, but transition from his backpedal isn’t perfect.
Summary:
Prysock is a long CB with the kind of traits that can succeed on the outside. His size is rare for the position, and he moves pretty well, considering. He is still a bit raw from a technical standpoint, and will also have to improve as a tackler. But before long, he should be able to carve out a starting role, as long as he can continue to show progress in his development.
| Grade: 75.6 | Round Grade: 3rd |
12
Jadon Canady
School: Oregon
Ht/Wt: 5’10”, 181 lbs
Strengths:
– Solid backpedal.
– Smart player and is quick to diagnose.
– Brings a competitive edge.
– Played around the formation a little bit.
– Physical play style
– Gets downhill quickly to make a play on the ball carrier when in zone or off man coverage.
– Tries to make plays on the football, before and after the catch.
Weaknesses:
– Athleticism is closer to average, and he might have some trouble on the outside.
– Doesn’t always look completely fluid, and can give up some separation
– Size creates some challenges against physical players, despite him having a physical style himself.
– Loses some ground when he flips his hips and transitions out of his backpedal.
– Bigger players will win in contested situations on the outside.
Summary:
Canady is a smart, competitive player. He diagnoses things quickly and has the mindset to then go and get it. His instincts help in coverage, but he is also undersized and somewhat limited athletically. It isn’t a huge deficiency, but one that likely keeps him in the slot at the next level. Still, he should be able to start.
| Grade: 74.8 | Round Grade: 4th |
13
Tacario Davis
School: Washington
Ht/Wt: 6’4”, 194 lbs
Strengths:
– Rare size for the position, despite having a teammate at CB that also has similar size.
– With his length, he can jam at the line.
– Can really disrupt routes with his strike.
– Big tackle radius.
– Willing run defender.
– Good wrap-up technique as a tackler.
– Always looking to venture down low and help in run support.
– Long speed sometimes allows him to recover when beaten.
Weaknesses:
– A good athlete for his size, but is less fluid than his Washington teammate.
– Excels in press, but if he has to just get right into his coverage, he can quickly lose a step on his opponent.
– A high pad level doesn’t help when he is transitioning from his pedal.
– Twitched up receivers get quick wins.
– Too grabby, which led to too many penalties.
Summary:
Davis is a CB prospect with rare size, though you may not realize it if you watched Washington football this season, as their defence has two of these CB’s on the field together. Davis is at his best playing press coverage, where his hand strikes and long arms are very disruptive for receivers getting into their routes. He has good long speed, but he doesn’t have a ton of fluidity when flipping his hips. When not in press, or if his strike is dodged, receivers are able to create some quick separation. As far as his coverage goes, he is a scheme specific player, but teams will also appreciate his willingness and ability to help in run support. In the right scheme, he’ll be a starter, despite some of his limitations.
| Grade: 74.5 | Round Grade: 4th |
14
Chandler Rivers
School: Duke
Ht/Wt: 6’0”, 185 lbs
Strengths:
– Quick feet and is able to prevent early separation from quick receivers.
– Good enough speed to cover down the field.
– Sometimes used as a blitzer, and looked effective.
– Instincts in zone are very good.
– Has enough burst to limit pickups after the catch.
– Decent elevation to breakup above the rim passes.
Weaknesses:
– Frame is lean and he is lacking mass.
– Gets pushed around sometimes when he comes down low to help in run support.
– Small tackle radius.
– Bigger receivers have a clear advantage when put in contested situations.
– Played on the outside, but likely is limited to the slot at the next level.
Summary:
An outside CB in college, Rivers more so fits the mold of a slot guy in the NFL. He is on the smaller side, and can have some struggles when contact is involved. However, he is a twitched up athlete that has the cover skills and IQ to match up against similar types of receivers that you often see in the slot. He can play in man or zone, and offers some ability as a blitzer too. His game isn’t perfect, he projects as a starter in the slot, and could do so fairly early in his career, if not on day 1.
| Grade: 73.5 | Round Grade: 4th |
15
Will Lee
School: Texas A&M
Ht/Wt: 6’2”, 189 lbs
Strengths:
– Tall frame with long arms.
– Able to get a hand in to break up passes.
– Solid athleticism for his size.
– Good acceleration.
– Has the length and strength to excel in press coverage.
– Jams at the line are effective.
Weaknesses:
– Lack of willingness to help in run support was disappointing, especially given his size.’
– Gives up quick separation on in-breaking routes.
– Coverage outside of press is inconsistent.
– Instincts in zone will need improvement.
– Good athlete overall, but it is clear on some plays that there are still limitations.
Summary:
Lee is a long, tall CB prospect with enough tools to potentially crack a starting lineup one day. But right now, he is still raw. He is at his best in press coverage, where he is able to use his size and strength to his advantage. In regular man, he doesn’t quite have the twitch to match up against quicker receivers, and he gives up early separation in in-breaking routes. As far as zone goes, he could end up being good in that area, but his instincts will have to improve a lot first. At his size, you’d expect a good run defender, but the willingness isn’t always there, which was disappointing to see. Overall though, his athleticism is still good for his size. He is not a sloth out there, by any means. If he is able to make the technical improvements, mental improvements, and put in more to help against the run, he can be a solid starter. But it will take some time.
| Grade: 71.3 | Round Grade: 4th |
16
Daylen Everette
School: Georgia
Ht/Wt: 6’1”, 196 lbs
Strengths:
– Good height and length.
– Pretty good athlete for his size. I don’t quite see his combine numbers on tape, but he generally moves well.
– Flashes anticipatory skills and has racked up a handful of interceptions.
– Quick enough feet for zone passoffs, and is decent at blanketing his opponent in man coverage.
– Has the length to do well in press coverage.
– Willing in run support
Weaknesses:
– Seems to play a bit passive or timid.
– He comes down willingly in run support, but in that final moment where he makes the play, he seems to just lack that extra pop. His tackling can be a bit loosey goosey too, but that is separate from his play demeanour.
– Can be a bit passive in coverage too. There were instances where the receiver initiated contact. And in zone and/or off man, he allowed too much space and some easy catches.
– Solid athleticism but is far from matchup proof. Doesn’t match the combine numbers.
Summary:
Everett has the size and good enough athleticism to one day start on the outside. At his best, he is disruptive in press coverage, and decently sticky when just playing regular man coverage. His passive playing style wasn’t my favourite thing to see, and hopeful he can be a bit more assertive going forward. If he can do that and limit mental mistakes, Everett will have a chance to work his way up to a starting spot.
| Grade: 71.1 | Round Grade: 4th |
17
Domani Jackson
School: Alabama
Ht/Wt: 6’1”, 194 lbs
Strengths:
– Good size and speed combination.
– Gets his head turned to the ball when it is in the air.
– Good burst to limit gains on underneath passes.
– Can play with physicality in press coverage.
– Good movement skills to blanket on in-breaking routes.
– Willing participant in run support.
Weaknesses:
– Too inconsistent right now.
– In coverage, he bites on double moves and other fakes, leading to big plays against.
– Sometimes takes bad angles when pursuing the ball carrier, whether the RB on a run play or a receiver after the catch.
– Had some missed tackles.
– Plays too aggressively, which sometimes leads to his mistakes.
– Technique and timing in press coverage can improve.
Summary:
Jackson is a high upside prospect with the size, physicality, and athleticism needed to become a quality player. However, right now, he is still raw. His instincts are a work in progress, and too many mistakes show up for him to be trusted early. On a team that has good CB depth, Jackson would be a nice swing, as they could give him the time that he needs, and possibly end up with a really good starter at the end of the process. He is a risk/reward pick for sure, but I like the potential.
| Grade: 66.3 | Round Grade: 5th |
18
Hezekiah Masses
School: Cal
Ht/Wt: 6’1”, 179 lbs
Strengths:
– Ball hawking tendencies.
– A knack for breaking up passes and getting interceptions.
– Likes to undercut routes, which helps lead to splash plays.
– Shows the ability to mirror routes in shorter areas.
– Decent enough long speed to hang on deep passes.
– Hand strikes are effective when playing in press coverage.
Weaknesses:
– Very inconsistent.
– You get splash play, but also a lot of mistakes.
– Begins to play softer as the route goes on, leaving too much space between himself and the receiver.
– Sometimes panics when the ball is in the air and will get called for pass interference.
– Abysmal tackler. Has some of the worst attempts I’ve seen.
– Doesn’t get his head turned to the football when it is in the air.
Summary:
Masses is a boom/bust player, both in terms of his play-by-play nature, and with respect to him as a prospect. His flashes are tremendous, where it almost looks like he knew the play beforehand. He will jump routes and generate turnovers. But he also makes a lot of mistakes. Mental errors, technical blips, etc. On downfield passes, he struggles to get his head turned, and will take a penalty. Stuff like that has to be cut out. As well, he has some of the worst tackle attempts I’ve seen. This is an obvious area for improvement. Masses is definitely worth a pick sometime on day 3 for his ability to make plays on the ball. But until he can cut out a lot of the bad stuff, he’ll be a special teamer and depth player.
| Grade: 61.8 | Round Grade: 6th |
19
Charles Demmings
School: Stephen F. Austin State
Ht/Wt: 6’1”, 193 lbs
Strengths:
– Good play speed and can hang with receivers on deep routes.
– Has a knack for making plays on the ball and snagging interceptions.
– Good length to break up passes.
– Good acceleration to close in on underneath routes.
– Competitive in contested situations.
Weaknesses:
– Small school prospect who will be facing a huge step up in competition in the NFL.
– More athletic receivers might have an easier time creating separation.
– Lateral movements look a tad segmented.
– Slight frame which will pose issues against bigger receivers.
– Also isn’t the best tackler and leaves a lot to be desired in run support. And again, this is against lower competition.
Summary:
Demmings is a small school prospect, but was still able to make a name for himself. His speed and coverage talent stand out on tape. While some of his ball production was the by-product of that lesser competition, he does still have plus instincts and ball skills. That being said, I am concerned about the step up in competition and how he will translate. Additionally, his slight frame makes it tough to help in run support. Demmings is worth a draft pick later on for his cover talent. He is a developmental guy and will have to prove that he can stick in order to become more than a gunner.
| Grade: 57.4 | Round Grade: 7th |
CB Rankings:
1. Jermod McCoy (87.2, Rd 1)
2. Mansoor Delane (86.2, Rd 1)
3. Colton Hood (84.7, Rd 2)
4. Chris Johnson (83.5, Rd 2)
5. Avieon Terrell (82.3, Rd 2)
6. Brandon Cisse (80.3, Rd 2)
7. Keionte Scott (79.4, Rd 3)
8. Malik Muhammad (79.3, Rd 3)
9. D’Angelo Ponds (78.7, Rd 3)
10. Keith Abney (76.8, Rd 3)
11. Ephesians Prysock (75.6, Rd 3)
12. Jadon Canady (74.8, Rd 4)
13. Tacario Davis (74.5, Rd 4)
14. Chandler Rivers (73.5, Rd 4)
15. Will Lee (71.3, Rd 4)
16. Daylen Everette (71.1, Rd 4)
17. Domani Jackson (66.3, Rd 5)
18. Hezekiah Masses (61.8, Rd 6)
19. Charles Demmings (57.4, Rd 7)
Notables Not Graded:
– Davidson Igbinosun
– Devin Moore
– Julian Neal
– TJ Hall
– Thaddeus Dixon
– Latrell McCutchin
– Collin Wright
– Marcus Allen
– Toriano Pride
– Andre Fuller
See Also: DE Rankings
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