NFL Draft Value Board – Day Three

Updated

NFL Draft Value Board – Updated – Day Three

NFL Draft Value Board – Updated

After the First Round 32 Selections      

Top Pro Prospects for the NFL Draft 2026

   Frank Coyle / Head Scout

 Rank      Player                      Position     School

12  Jermod McCoy                    CB       Tennessee

21 Emmanuel McNeil-Warren  S          Toledo

23 Brandon Cisse                    CB       South Carolina

24 T.J. Parker                           Edge    Clemson

26 Lee Hunter                          DL        Texas Tech

27 Denzel Boston                    WR       Washington

31 Colton Hood                        CB       Tennessee

32 Cashius Howell                   Edge    Texas A&M

34 R Mason Thomas                Edge    Oklahoma

36 Avieon Terrell                     CB       Clemson

37 Kayden McDonald               DL        Ohio State

38 Anthony Hill Jr.                   LB        Texas

39 Zion Young                         Edge    Missouri

41 C.J. Allen                            LB        Georgia

45 Chase Bisontis                   OL        Texas A&M

47 Jalon Kilgore                      S          South Carolina

48 Eli Stowers                          TE        Vanderbilt

49 Jake Golday                        LB        Cincinnati

50 Christen Miller                    DL        Georgia

51 Gennings Dunker                OL        Iowa

52 Keionte Scott                      CB       Miami (Fl)

54 A.J. Haulcy                          S          LSU

55 Jacob Rodriguez                 LB        Texas Tech

56 Gabe Jacas                         Edge    Illinois

57 Germie Bernard                  WR       Alabama

58 D’Angelo Ponds                  CB       Indiana

59 Chris Bell                            WR       Louisville

60 Emmanuel Pregnon            OG       Oregon

61 Treydan Stukes                   S          Arizona

62 Antonio Williams                WR       Clemson

63 Daylen Everette                   CB       Georgia

64 Josiah Trotter                     LB        Missouri                      

65 Chris Brazzell                      WR       Tennessee

66 Keith Abney II                     CB       Arizona State

67 Jaishawn Barham               LB        Michigan

68 Deion Burks                        WR       Oklahoma

69 Caleb Tiernan                      OT        Northwestern

70 Darrell Jackson Jr.              DL        Florida State

71 Malik Muhammad                CB       Texas

72 Malachi Fields                     WR       Notre Dame

73 Emmett Johnson                 RB       Nebraska

74 Dani Dennis-Sutton             Edge    Penn State

75 Max Klare                            TE        Ohio State

76 Will Lee III                           CB       Texas A&M

77 Zachariah Branch                WR       Georgia

78 Joshua Josephs                 Edge    Tennessee

79 Ted Hurst                            WR       Georgia State

80 Logan Jones                       C          Iowa

81 Jalen Farmer                       OL        Kentucky                    

82 Tacario Davis                      CB       Washington

83 Michael Trigg                      TE        Baylor

84 Connor Lew                        C          Auburn

  85 Derrick Moore                   Edge    Michigan

  86 Drew Allar                         QB       Penn State

  87 L.T. Overton                      Edge    Alabama

  88 Kyle Louis                         LB        Pittsburgh

  89 Mike Washington               RB        Arkansas

  90 Brenen Thompson            WR       Mississippi State

  91 Harold Perkins                  LB        LSU

  92 De’Zhaun Stribling            WR       Ole Miss

  93 Charles Demmings            CB       SF Austin        

  94 Billy Schrauth                   G          Notre Dame

  95 Carson Beck                     QB       Miami (Fl)

  96 Ja’Kobi Lane                     WR       USC

  97 Oscar Delp                        TE        Georgia

  98 Julian Neal                        CB       Arkansas

  99 Bud Clark                          S          TCU

100 Keyron Crawford               Edge    Auburn 

101 Trey Zuhn III                      OL        Texas A&M       

102 Domonique Orange           DT        Iowa State

103 Isaiah World                      OT        Oregon

104 Garrett Nussmeier             QB       LSU

105 Jonah Coleman                 RB       Washington

106 Jake Slaughter                  C          Florida

107 Skyler Bell                         WR       UConn

108 Zakee Wheatley                 S          Penn State

109 Devin Moore                      CB       Florida

110 Deontae Lawson               LB        Alabama

111 Chris McClellan                 DT        Missouri

112 Chandler Rivers                CB       Duke

113 Bryce Lance                      WR       North Dakota State

114 Davison Igbinosun            CB       Ohio State

115 Romello Height                 Edge    Texas Tech

116 Elijah Sarratt                     WR       Indiana

117 Brian Parker II                   OL        Duke

118 Kaytron Allen                    RB       Penn State

119 Gracen Halton                   DL        Oklahoma

120 Sam Hecht                        OC       Kansas State              

121 Keyshaun Elliott                LB        Arizona State

122 Kamari Ramsey                 S          USC

123 Joe Royer                          TE        Cincinnati

124 Demond Claiborne            RB       Wake Forest

125 Kaleb Elams-Orr                LB        TCU

126 Nick Singleton                   RB       Penn State

127 Aamil Wagner                   OT        Notre Dame

128 Beau Stephens                  OL        Iowa

129 Ephesians Prysock           CB       Washington

130 Eric Rivers                        WR       Georgia Tech

131 Latrell McCutchcin            CB        Houston

132 Jack Kelly                         LB        BYU

133 Robert Spears-Jennings   S          Oklahoma

134 Jude Bowry                       OT        Boston College

135 V.J. Payne                         S          Kansas State              

136 Dontay Corleone               DT        Cincinnati

137 DJ Campbell                      OG       Texas       

138 Dallen Bentley                   TE        Utah                

139 Rayshaun Benny               DT        Michigan

140 Jack Endries                     TE        Texas

141 DeMonte Capehart            DT        Clemson

142 Logan Fano                       LB        Utah      

143 Sam Roush                        TE        Stanford

144 Michael Taaffe                   S          Texas 

145 Fa’alili Fa’amoe                 OT        Wake Forest

146 Hezekiah Masses              CB        Cal

147 Justin Jefferson                LB        Alabama

148 Genesis Smith                   S          Arizona

149 Tanner Koziol                    TE        Houston

150 Matt Gulbin                       OL        Michigan St.    

151 Eli Raridon                        TE        Notre Dame

152 Carver Willis                     OL        Washington

153 Justin Jolly                       TE        North Carolina State

154 Kaleb Proctor                    DT        SE Louisiana              

155 Austin Barber                    OT        Florida

156 Taylen Green                     QB       Arkansas        

157 Malik Benson                    WR       Oregon

158 Collin Wright                     CB        Stanford

159 Keon Coleman                   WR       Missouri

160 Mason Reiger                    Edge    Wisconsin

161 Marlin Klein                       TE        Michigan

162 Eric McAlister                   WR       TCU                                        

163 Caden Curry                      Edge    Ohio State

164 Tyler Onyedim                   DT        Texas A&M

165 Josh Cameron                   WR       Baylor

166 Drew Shelton                    OT        Penn State

167 Xzavian Harris                   DT        Mississippi

168 Dametrious Crownover     OT        Texas A&M

169 Keagen Trost                    OL        Missouri                     

170 Anthony Lucas                  Edge    USC    

171 Travis Burke                      OT        Memphis                     

172 Thaddeus Dixon                CB        North Carolina

173 DeShon Singleton             S          Nebraska                    

174 Taurean York                    LB        Texas A&M

175 J Michael Sturdivant          WR       Florida

176 Parker Brailsford               OL        Alabama

177 Nick Barrett                       DT        South Carolina

178 Jager Bruton                     OL        Kentucky

179 Zane Durant                      DT        Penn State

180 Ar’maj Reed-Adams          OG       Texas A&M     

181 Dae’Quan Wright               TE        Ole Miss

182 Max Llewellyn                   Edge    Iowa                                                                                                                                       

183 Seth McGowan                  RB        Kentucky

184 Wesley Williams                Edge    Duke               

185 Toriano Pride                    CB        Missouri

186 Tyreak Sapp                      Edge    Florida                                                

187 Jaydn Ott                          RB        Oklahoma

188 Delby Lemieux                  OL        Dartmouth

189 John Michael Gyllenborg  TE        Wyoming

190 Markel Bell                        OT        Miami

191 Domani Jackson               CB       Alabama

192 Xavier Nwankpa               S          Iowa

193 Kage Casey                       OT        Boise St.

194 Bishop Fitzgerald              S          USC    

195 J.C. Davis                          OT        Illinois

196 Tony Grimes                      CB       Purdue

197 Chip Trayanum                 RB       Toledo

198 Lorenzo Styles                  S          Ohio State

199 Eli Heidenreich                  RB        Navy

200 Jordan vanden Berg          DT        Georgia Tech              

201 Cade Klubnik                    QB       Clemson

202 Pat Coogan                        OL        Indiana

203 Jeff Caldwell                     WR       Cincinnati

204 Jadon Canady                   CB        Oregon

205 Nadame Tucker                 Edge   Western Michigan

206 Adam Randall                   RB       Clemson

207 Cole Payton                       QB       North Dakota State

208 Jack Velling                      TE        Michigan State

209 Josh Gesky                       OG       Illinois

210 Jeffrey M’Ba                      DT        SMU

211 Jaedan Roberts                 OG       Alabama

212 Barion Brown                    WR       LSU

213 Roman Hemby                  RB        Indiana

214 Harrison Wallace III           WR       Mississippi

215 Vincent Anthony               Edge     Duke

216 Caleb Douglas                   WR       Texas Tech

217 Desmond Reid                  RB        Pittsburgh

218 Caden Barnett                    OL        Wyoming

219 Devon Marshall                 CB        NC State

220 Anto Saka                         Edge    Northwestern

221 Dillon Bell                         WR       Georgia           

222 George Cumbs                  DE        Florida

223 Micah Morris                     OG       Georgia

224 Brett Thorson                    P          Georgia

225 C.J. Daniels                       WR       Miami (Fl)

226 Bryce Boettcher                LB        Oregon

227 Zavion Thomas                 WR       LSU

228 Cole Wisniewski                S          Texas Tech

229 RJ Maryland                      TE        SMU

230 Trey Moore                        Edge    Texas

231 Scooby Williams               LB        Texas A&M

232 Kaden Wetjen                    WR       Iowa

233 Le’Veon Moss                   RB        Texas A&M

234 Jeremiah Wilson               CB       Florida State   

235 Jordan Hudson                  WR       SMU

236 Febechi Nwaiwu                OG       Oklahoma

237 Tyren Montgomery            WR       John Carroll

238 Tim Keenan III                   DL        Alabama

239 Chris Hilton Jr.                  WR       LSU

240 Namdi Obiazor                  LB        TCU

241 Andre Fuller                      CB        Toledo

242 Xavier Scott                      S          Illinois             

243 J’Mari Taylor                     RB       Virginia

244 Skyler Gill-Howard            DL        Texas Tech     

245 Marcus Allen                     CB        North Carolina

246 Wade Woodaz                   LB        Clemson

247 Lander Barton                   LB        Utah      

248 Will Kacmarek                    TE        Ohio State

249 Rashul Faison                   RB        South Carolina

250 Micah Pettus                      OT        Florida State

251 Seydou Traore                   TE        Mississippi State

252 Reggie Virgil                     WR       Texas Tech

253 Bryan Thomas Jr.              Edge    South Carolina

254 Colbie Young                    WR       Georgia

255 Nate Koerkircher               TE        Texas A&M

NFL Draft 2026 Scouting Report –  Receiver Ted Hurst

Draft Insiders’ 2026 Yearbook – Scouting Reports – over 250 Reports – available now
NFL Team Report – 35 pages – In-depth Evaluation of Each Team and Offseason Moves – available now

Frank Coyle / Head Scout

Every year we pride ourselves on finding gems off the radar for the NFL Draft. This year we love wide receiver Ted Hurst of Georgia State who shows prototypical skills. He responded with a strong 2025 season with over 1000 yards receiving which earned invitations to both the Senior Bowl and NFL Combine. He impressed scouts there facing the best cover men in the nation. He checked all the boxes on the scouting charts. He compare him to Tee Higgins/ CeeDee Lamb in size, athleticism and level of development. His improvement has pushed him into the top 100 prospects and should see his name called on the mid second day of the draft. This is a prospect with a high ceiling and good level of development to challenge for rookie playing time.

NFL Combine Numbers
Ted Hurst – Georgia State       6036       206         1.55          4.42                36 1/2″     11’03”

Ted Hurst #16              6-4, 205            Georgia State – Sp. 4.42
NFL Comparison: Tee Higgins/ CeeDee Lamb                            Rating 75

Fast lanky receiver came on with impressive two year stay at Ga. State, earning SBC honors each season. Transferred here after two seasons at Valdosta State. Speedster with the extra gear to run away from defenders. Suddenness to get into a corner’s cushion and the sharp cutting skills to retain his top speed to create separation. Speed to be a key factor in the vertical game and track the ball where he averaged over17 yards per reception in 2024. Dangerousrunner in the underneath crossing routes to break plays. Strong frame (206 lbs.) allows him to hold up vs physical defenders. Long arms allow him to grab errant passes especially at the sidelines. Versatile receiver with the big play ability to get touches on gadget plays like bubble screens. At the Senior Bowl week, he showed a quick release off the line to press cover men with the ability to break smoothly and create space. Showed the extra gear to separate in the vertical game. At the NFL Combine, he came in just under 6’4” and 206 lbs. He ran a fast 4.42 time with a 1.55 ten-yard split and very good leaping drills of 36.5” VL and 11’3” BJ. Looked fluid in the positional drills with efficient footwork and quick change of direction skills. Wins vs physical contact and force defenses to adjust. In 2025, he caught 71 passes for 1004 yards and 6 TDs, despite heavy coverage. Speed is straight-linish and he must show he can run the complete route tree to earn reps. Top 75 prospect with impact in three wideout sets to give an offense some juice, though must show further development in the complete passing game. Strong performances at the Senior Bowl and NFL Combine elevated his final grade and is a prospect with top prototypical numbers to continue to develop into an NFL starter. Talent with big play ability to take the next step up.
Draft Projection: 3rd Round

NFL Draft Scouting Report –  Safety Caleb Downs

Draft Insiders’ 2026 Yearbook – Scouting Reports – over 250 Reports – available now
NFL Team Report – 35 pages – In-depth Evaluation of Each Team and Offseason Moves – available now

Frank Coyle / Head Scout

 1         Caleb Downs #2                       5-11, 206           Ohio State – Sp. 4.45
                       NFL Comparison: Budda Baker                          Rating 92

Compact savvy senior had an excellent 2025 season to complete an outstanding career including a three time All-American. Transferred from Alabama after Freshman All-American honors. Earned Big Ten first team honors in his two seasons with the Buckeyes including their national title in 2024. Ball hawk with very good movement skills with both speed and quickness. Built more along the lines of a cornerback, though played safety. Very versatile defender lined up at free safety, in the box and slot showing rare combination of developed skills for a pro defense. Comes downhill hard in run support where he attacks runners and finishes with sure tackling. His athleticism, instincts, range and intangibles all rate very high on the scouting evaluation. He has the development to start as a rookie and probably a three-down defender with high development in zone coverage. At the NFL Combine, he came in at over 5’11” and 206 lbs.  He did not workout. At the Ohio St pro day, he did not run. Looked sharp in the positional drills and showed quickness in drills, changing directions and retaining his speed. Savvy dependable open-field tackler who understands the concept of wrapping up. Takes proper angles of pursuit and able to slip blockers at line or in space. Over his short three-year career, played in 44 games with 257 tackles, 16 TFLs, 2 sacks, 3 FF, 1 FR, 6 picks and 12 PBUs, starting for two major programs. Good fit for all the sub packages with the development for the nickel role in emergency. Leader and captain of the defense who can line up players and make fast adjustments. Shows speed to go sideline to sideline with top range and savvy ball skills. Sharp instincts and vision with a developed sense of timing and sound route recognition. Plays disciplined technique in coverage, showing the ability to use leverage and positioning to bracket receivers. He has been amazingly consistent over his three-year career, playing at a very high level with three new coordinators annually. High quick zone defender with the natural skills to cover in man situations. Runs a sub 7.0 three cone drill which translate well to the field. Unique piece for the sub packages at safety to make adjustments on the clock. Talented blue-chip prospect with rookie starting grade to become a fixture in a secondary. Top 10 versatile athlete with rookie starting grade as a three-down defender.

Draft Projection: 1sr Round – Top 5-8

NFL Draft Scouting Report –  Guard Vega Ioune

Draft Insiders’ 2026 Yearbook – Scouting Reports – over 250 Reports – available now
NFL Team Report – 35 pages – In-depth Evaluation of Each Team and Offseason Move – available now

Frank Coyle / Head Scout

 Vega Ioune #71                     6-4, 320            Penn State – Sp. 5.25
                         NFL Comparison: Aaron Banks                                  Rating 92

Powerful long-limbed lineman displayed dominant talent over his Nittany Lion career, earning two consecutive Big Ten honors. Huge wide body frame with good arms and fine agility to slide and move laterally to effectively block especially in the running game. Fast rising natural talent to start soon at guard, though needs development in protection to be ready for starting duty. He resets the line of scrimmage with his massive frame where he is able to control and steer an opponent with the ability to roll his hips and crush defenders. His strong run blocking was instrumental in the Lions power ground game. He dominates in the run game with the agility to move opponents off the line consistently. His massive hands lock on and when he follows with knee bend and footwork, he becomes an inside road grader. He has special power along with good movement skills to earn a rookie starting grade. He needs work on his slide and mirror technique, balance and his ability to reset and use his powerful arms to sustain. His long reach and massive trunk make him the ideal physical package to improve in pass pro. Displays a fine physique, featuring broad shoulders, strong hips, wide base and long arms. Carries his 320 lbs. well with good movement skills, though needs to improve his quickness off the snap to utilize his full athleticism. He plays with good knee bend to shuffle and mirror and utilize his massive frame. Shows the strength to anchor well against a bull rush and can handle big linemen in single matchups. Shows an awesome hand punch along with the upper body strength to consistently get movement as a drive blocker. Moves well to the 2nd level to fit on backers and finish. He can be overly aggressive with his initial punch, gets off balance and leaves himself susceptible to inside counters. Shows a strong heavy-handed punch, though needs to reload more consistently to be fully effective. Natural talent has a few inconsistencies who must improve quickly for him to face NFL rushers. At the NFL Combine, he came in over 6’4” and 320 lbs. with 32 3/4” arms and big 10 1/2” hands. He did not run or lift. Added a 31.5” VL and an 8’8” BJ.  High-quality pro with further refinement of his natural skills. Probable mid-1st round pick with rookie starting grade. Talented blocker faces a learning curve initially, though he has a high ceiling to rank with the best in the game. Marginal top 20 prospect with big time talent. High-quality guard with Pro Bowl skills early in his career.
Draft Projection: 1st Round

 

NFL Draft 2026 Scouting Report – Wideout Carnell Tate

Frank Coyle / Head scout

Carnell Tate – Ohio St 

NFL Combine Numbers – 6021, 192,         1.61 ten  4.53 forty
2025 Statistics – 11 games, 51 receptions for 875 yards and 9 TDs

Draft Insiders’ 2026 Yearbook – Scouting Reports – over 250 Reports – available now
NFL Team Report – 35 pages – In-depth Evaluation of Each Team & Offseason Moves

NFL Draft 2026 Scouting Report – Wideout Carnell Tate

1 Carnell Tate #17        6-2,192                           Ohio State – Sp. 4.53
NFL Comparison: Terry McLaurin                                    Rating 91
Athletic playmaker completed an impressive career with the Buckeyes in their exceptionally deep receiving corps. Strong framed prospect played in very deep receiving corps which limited his touches in college, featuring sophomore sensation Jeremiah Smith. Still was highly productive over his final two seasons despite the depth at the Buckeyes skilled positions. Highly developed route running and natural open field running skills. Shows good speed (4.53) with a quick initial burst which allows him to separate consistently from cover men. Core strength and toughness allow him to be dangerous over the middle on crossing routes where he easily converts to run after the catch yardage. Tough on any 50/50 ball situations where his strong hands and body allow him to make the difficult catch. Earned invitation to the NFL Combine and had a good workout. Prototypical skill set with the production and ability translates well to the field. Potential high level #2 receiver talent after being the best #2 starter in the nation over recent seasons opposite Jeremiah Smith. Never faced the double team coverage in college. Needs some work on refining his route running and defensive recognition. Learning to use his frame effectively on contested passes to secure the ball consistently. Excellent LOD, though has some further refinement before ready to earn rookie starting time. Type with intriguing ceiling, though faces an early learning curve. Top ten first round selection and solid value who can pay big dividends immediately. Prospect with impact ability in the right setting and alignment. Capable of being one of the best #2 receivers in the league. Playmaker with high level of development and a type who can continue his top production in the NFL. Top 10 selection and NFL ready with refined skills on a big stage.
Draft Projection: 1st Round

NFL Draft – Scouting Report – Edge Defender R Mason Thomas

Draft Insiders’ 2026 Yearbook – Scouting Reports – over 250 Reports – available now
NFL Team Report – 35 pages – In-depth Evaluation of Offseason Moves

   R Mason Thomas #32 – 6-2, 241           Oklahoma – Sp. 4.67
                     NFL Comparison: Nick Bonitto                            Rating 86        

Quick-twitch athlete has been an impact edge rusher for the Sooners defense over his final two seasons. Earned 2nd team SEC honors those seasons. Registered 16 sacks along with 14 pressures and 22 TFLs in impressive performances. Plays both up and down and uses his compact well-built physique to deliver crushing hits. Shows an elite burst on the snap and shocks blockers with a strong hand punch. Combines power with his explosive initial movement off the snap. Displays an outstanding closing burst to finish and run at the top of the arc. Basically, he is a one-dimensional edge rusher, though can be very impactful. Displays the first step explosiveness to come up field and attack the edge with abandon. Able to bend and run the arc, while getting low and under the tackle. At times, he struggles to complete the arc where he fails to convert his speed to power. Offenses limit his rush effectiveness by coming back inside the area he vacates when he attacks hard up field. His game is based on speed and power. Missed the final three games of 2025 due to a quad injury sustained returning a 71 yard interception for a TD.  Returned for the CFP playoffs vs Alabama with limited effectiveness. He sat out the Senior Bowl preparing to workout at the NFL Combine. In run support, he must fight to anchor and hold his ground when running plays come right at him. Works to disengage and stay involved in the play, though gets engulfed at the point attack too often. He has the burst of speed to run down ball-carriers in backside pursuit. At times, he will drop into zone coverage, where he is raw in awareness and reactions. Able to be equally effective rushing from either a two-point or with his hand on the turf. Supplies a decent repertoire of pass rush techniques. Uses his speed to beat tackles wide as well as come initially with power, create space with good extension, then use a rip move to penetrate the pocket. Displays good balance, agility and awareness to read plays with good reaction time. Shows the development to counter when his initial rush is shut down. Usually depends on his initial burst and hands to break free if blockers are able to latch on. Best pro position to become a starter will likely be a wide nine end or 3-4 outside backer where he can use his fine burst combined with good flexibility and awareness. At the NFL Combine, he came in at 6022, 241 lbs. with 31 5/8” arms and 8 7/8” hands. Did ran a 4.67 time with a 1.63 ten-yard split. He did no other drills. Explosive athlete with the skills to be a good every down attack defender with impact ability to rush the passer. Similar skills as tweener Nick Bonitto. Top 30 prospect with upside and the AA to become an edge playmaker, though may be limited to a situational role.

Draft Projection: 1st Round

NFL Draft 2026 – Cornerback Jermod McCoy Scouting Report

Frank Coyle / Head scout

Draft Insiders’ Yearbook – Scouting Reports – over 250 Reports – available now
NFL Team Report – 35 pages – In-depth Evaluation of Offseason Moves

1        Jermod McCoy #3        6-1, 188            Tennessee – Sp. 4.38          

NFL Comparison: Champ Bailey                     Rating 95

Gifted third-year junior showed highly developed ability since his true freshman season at Oregon State. High-star recruit earned honors at OSU before transferring to Tennessee. Made immediate impact at Tennessee and earned first team SEC and 3rd team All-American honors. Excellent positional athleticism with natural combination to succeed early in the NFL. Unfortunately, he sustained a torn ACL injury in Jan 2025 which terminated his final season. He is a rare natural polished athlete who played immediately at high levels and graded out very impressively. Blankets receivers when isolated in one-to-one matchups. He has developed the finer nuances of playing corner very quickly. Explosive athlete with blue chip skills for the demanding pro corner position. Very good height and frame for the corner spot with long arms and good muscle development. Excellent initial quickness with the ability to flip his hips easily and shadow receivers. Fast footwork that allows him to mirror through the transition stage in both the underneath or deeper routes. Instant accelerator and can reach top speed quickly and ride a receiver’s hip. Able to gather himself and break down in space on the move, displaying fine quickness and flexibility. Outstanding range and rare closing speed to make the key interception or breakup passes. Uses his fine short-area quickness and lateral movement skills to mirror receivers and maintains his speed to run stride for stride down the field. Smooth in his ability to change directions and retain position with close coverage. In press coverage, gets good arm extension and is able to redirect and disrupt receivers at the line. Natural cover man is able to use the sidelines as an extra defender and can track well from a trail position. Uses his outstanding COD to react very well to comeback routes. He picks up routes quickly and baits QBs to throw the ball providing a cushion for the receiver which he knows he can close in a heartbeat. In 2023 as a true freshman at OSU, he started 5 games with 31 tackles, 2 interceptions. At Tennessee in 2024, he started all 13 games and had 44 total tackles, 4 interceptions and 7 PBUs. Earned All-American honors and SEC first team nominee and did not allow a TD reception. Over his last two seasons, he was tested by top receivers with long speed and highly developed skills. His height combined with exceptional leaping ability allow him to win on most jump balls. Shows explosive cobra-like quickness to plant and drive aggressively and break up passes. He will challenge every throw and looks to break on the ball and make a turnover. In run support, he will attack aggressively with secure tackling to finish. Wiry frame needs to add some muscle which would help him improve his strength to get off blocks and finish more consistently. At times, he looks to make the big play and gets caught peeking into the backfield. Capable of recovering with his top speed and able to break up passes, relying on his speed, length and leaping ability. Very natural and smooth when he needs to flip his hips to turn and run. At the NFL Combine, he checked in at 6006 and 188 lbs. He did not workout, though checked out well medically. At his pro day, he ran a 4.38 time with a 38” VL and 10’7” BJ. Looked sharp in the complete positional drills. As a corner, he is similar to versatile Champ Bailey in body type, athleticism and coverage development. Cobra like corner with quick feet, flexible hips and body control along with explosive COD. Fast development and close to being an NFL ready plugin player who possesses a very high ceiling. Prototypical true #1 shutdown corner with outstanding athleticism and playmaking ability. Exceptional ball hawk with 25 games with 18 starts,16 TFUs and 6 interceptions while clubs threw away from him regularly. His knee injury will be 18 months when NFL training camp opens a full 6 months ahead of the rehab period. Probable Pro Bowler if he continues to develop his natural skills. Rare blue-chipper and top-flight cover man. Lights out shutdown corner.

Draft Projection: 1st Round – Top 10     

 

NFL Draft 2026 – Kenyon Sadiq Scouting Report

Draft Insiders’ Yearbook – Scouting Reports – over 250 Reports – available now

   NFL Team Report – 35 pages – In-depth Evaluation of Offseason Moves

1 Kenyon Sadiq #18 – 6-3, 241    Oregon – Sp. 4.39 
                            NFL Comparison: Evan Ingram                       Rating 92

Fast fluid athlete was a productive weapon in the Ducks passing game during his abbreviated three-year career. Excellent hands and receiving radius with the body control to be very difficult to defend. Lines up in the slot, flex, out wide, inline and from the H-FB back positions to create mismatches especially in the red zone. Outstanding route runner with precise cutting skills to create separation. Shows top burst of speed to get into the deep seam and a become a very difficult matchup. Two-year starter with a very high LOD as a receiver and will command a special piece in a pro-offense. Scored 8 of his 11 career TDs in 2025 when he lined up at a few positions. Willing blocker uses his quickness and length to grade out adequately. As a blocker, he is better on the move than inline. Ideal for the NFL game of today and an early impact weapon. Piece to create major mismatches on the play clock and give his QB intriguing options vs backers and safeties. Fastest prospect at this position with impact ability in a few roles. Easy mover in formations and gives his QB favorable single matches. Developed quickly in the Ducks quick passing game. At the NFL Combine, he checked in 6’3” 241 lbs., with 10” hands and 31 1/2” arms. Ran a blazing 4.39 time with a 1.54 ten-yard split. Did amazing leaping drills with a 43.5” VL and an 11’ BJ. Big receiver with wideout speed and natural receiving skills. Late 1st day selection and top 20-30 pick. Type to open an offense up and spread a secondary out, creating multiple single matchups in coverage. Though mainly a one-dimensional player, he has impact talent for a passing game and is ready to hit the ground running in a pro passing game. Impact ability to follow in the new wave of move tight ends who have provided playmaking ability in NFL passing attacks. Refined skill set with elite speed makes him a unique addition to an offense. Fine weapon to make a key difference.
                                                                                  Draft Projection: 1st Round

2026 NFL Draft: Jeremiyah Love Heads NFL 16 prospects Attending Event

Frank Coyle/ Publisher 
     draftinsiders.com

Sixteen prospects have accepted invitations to attend the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, which begins at 8 p.m. ET on April 23.

Notre Dame’s jeremiyah Love heads the event after an incredible final season. He is arguably the highest rated player and a probable top five selection.  He is the most NFL ready prospect in this talented draft class.

Draft Insiders’ Yearbook – Scouting Reports – over 250 Reports – available now

Ohio State will have the most attendees with five, followed by Alabama and Miami with two apiece. Ohio State could produce 4 of the top 10 selections with Sonny Styles, Arvell Reese , Caleb Downs and Carnell Tate all considered blue chip prospects.

Player confirmed to attend Position College
David Bailey LB Texas Tech
Rueben Bain Jr. DE Miami
Mansoor Delane DB LSU
Caleb Downs DB Ohio State
Keldric Faulk DE Auburn
Colton Hood DB Tennessee
Makai Lemon WR USC
Jeremiyah Love RB Notre Dame
Francis Mauigoa OL Miami
Kayden McDonald DT Ohio State
Kadyn Proctor T Alabama
Arvell Reese LB Ohio State
Ty Simpson QB Alabama
Sonny Styles LB Ohio State
Carnell Tate WR Ohio State
Jordyn Tyson WR Arizona State

Alabama’s Ty Simpson accepted an invitation to the draft and could be the second QB off the board after Indiana’s Fernando Mendoza. Mendoza is expected to be picked first overall.

Defensive prospects make up 9 of the 16 attendees, reflecting the strength of the draft on that side of the ball. Four highly touted playmakers — USC WR Makai Lemon, Notre Dame RB Jeremiyah Love, Ohio State WR Carnell Tate and Arizona State WR Jordyn Tyson — are confirmed to attend.

The pass-rush talent in this year’s class is very impressive, as is the collection of rushers attending the draft, led by Arvell Reese (Ohio State), David Bailey (Texas Tech), Rueben Bain Jr. (Miami) and Keldric Faulk (Auburn). The one true off-ball linebacker expected in Pittsburgh is Ohio State’s Sonny Styles, an NFL Scouting Combine standout. He is a highly developed prospect who is expected to be a rookie three down starter. He should be select in the top five picks.

The secondary also will be well-represented at the draft. Ohio State’s Caleb Downs, widely viewed as the top safety, along with two top corners, LSU’s Mansoor Delane and Tennessee’s Colton Hood. Downs and Delane are probable top 10 selections off impressive 2025 seasons.

The draft will begin with Round 1 on April 23, followed by Rounds 2-3 on April 24 (7 p.m. ET) and Rounds 4-7 on April 25 (12 p.m. ET).