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  • Senior Bowl Day 3 Recap

    Senior Bowl Day 3 Recap

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    Day 3 featured some unexpected call-ups and some heavy sleepers. Whose stock rose and whose dropped? Here’s our list. 

    National Team

    RB – Dylan Laube – New Hampshire – Buy

    Dylan Laube has been the biggest sleeper coming into the Senior Bowl, but his performance this week has certainly put him on the radar of scouts and coaches. His route running is good and polished, he stacks his defenders quickly and does a nice job of attacking the defender’s outside foot. He will provide a nice jolt of speed for any offense he plays in on the next level.  

    CB – Khyree Jackson – Oregon – Buy

    Khyree Jackson’s 6’3” frame and elite speed caused some issues for wide receivers. He has the size to stay physical against aggressive route runners and has the speed to stay stride for stride against speed receivers. His hips are fluid and his recovery speed shined. 

    RB – MarShawn Lloyd – USC – Buy

    MarShawn Lloyd showcased a handful of good traits. He flourished in the passing game, consistently making catches in traffic and showed solid route running and being able to dig his feet into the ground to quickly change direction. He also showed good vision in the run game with nice cutbacks and elusiveness to win extra yards before contact.  

    Honorable Mentions

    IOL – Dominick Puni – Kansas – Buy

    Dominick Puni had a solid outing taking reps at both guard and center showing out his good strength and solid anchor ability. 

    CB – Kalen King – Penn State – Sell

    I haven’t been sold on Kalen King after this week’s set of practices. His reaction speed and fluidity weren’t consistent enough, getting easily beaten by some of the underperformers this week. 

    American Team

    TE – Ben Sinnot – Kansas State – Buy

    Ben Sinnot was one of the more highly touted tight ends coming into the Senior Bowl. However, he didn’t live up to the hype until now. We saw his good route-running ability show up multiple times in different periods of practice. He does a nice job of getting in and out of his cuts to quickly beat the receiver while also showing some good hands and body control.

    DL – Justin Eboigbe – Alabama – Buy

    Eboigbe had a nice day at the office, winning most of his 1-on-1 reps. He showed a nice combination of power and finesse in the pass rush. He got stifled a bit by outside tackle Texas product Christian Jones when using straight power. However, aside from that he had an encouraging day for scouts and coaches. 

    OT – Travis Glover – Georgia State – Buy

    Travis Glover was a late call-up and arrived in Mobile Wednesday morning. He made the most out of his call up impressing coaches during 1-on-1 and team sessions. He showed good anchor and solid feet being able to stay in front of the defender. He got a little fiery towards the end of the 1-on-1 sections going up against Texas Tech defensive lineman Myles Cole where he won the rep nicely but could’ve caused an in-game penalty for some extracurriculars. 

    Honorable Mentions

    LB – Jackson Sirmon – Cal – Buy

    Jackson Sirmon had himself a solid day, showing out his athleticism, ball-hawking, and hustle gave him the play of the day picking off Joe Milton (almost twice).

    S – Tykee Smith – Georgia – Hold

    Tykee Smith can start to rise if he builds off of this practice into the game on Saturday, it took a couple of days for him to shine but  he did just that coming off with a pick off a deflection, and nice sticky coverages for multiple pass break-ups on the day. 

  • Senior Bowl Day 2 Recap

    Senior Bowl Day 2 Recap

    By Zebadayah Ataelseed & Ryan Rubinstein

    Day 2 was a better day for defense than offense. Whose stock rose and whose dropped? Here’s our list. 

    National Team

    WR – Roman Wilson – Michigan – Buy

    Roman Wilson stood tall as one of the only receivers to show consistency from Day 1. He showed out his solid line of scrimmage release and very good body control and hands. During the post-practice competitive period, Roman Wilson called out Senior Bowl standout Quinyon Mitchell. The Michigan product answered the bell by quickly stacking Mitchell and making a very good acrobatic catch on the sideline. 

    LB – Payton Wilson – North Carolina State – Buy

    Payton Wilson was one of the more notable players having high expectations coming into the Senior Bowl and Wednesday he arrived to the scene with a bang. His one-on-one coverage skills have been solid and very sticky against running backs. His agility and break to the ball showed out in a big way. Aside from some of his coverage skills, he showed great communication and command of the defensive huddle. Wilson should continue to impress throughout the week. 

    EDGE – Austin Booker – Kansas – Buy

    Austin Booker turned some heads with a great display of pass-rush ability. He easily had two of the best rushes of the week, each within a few plays of each other. Booker was able to win with speed, finesse, and strength, drawing a handful of reactions from coaches and scouts alike.  

    Honorable Mentions

    WR – Devontez Walker – University of North Carolina – Sell

    Devontez Walker had a rough outing today during the second day of practice. He was consistently able to generate space and separation but had wasted steps and significant drops. 

    CB – Quinyon Mitchell – Toledo – Buy

    Although Mitchell’s Day 2 wasn’t as perfect as his Day 1, he still had a very good showing leveraging a lot of agility, tracking, and ballhawking. 

    American Team

    DL – Darius Robinson – Missouri – Buy

    Darius Robinson put on a clinic today on Day 2. His tall wiry frame coupled with his good speed caused issues for tackles and guards all day today. He notably won a lot using his ‘Swipe and Swim’ moves, beating out Senior Bowl standout Tyler Guyton. His inside/ outside versatility caused issues in both the run and pass game. 

    CB – DJ James – Auburn – Hold

    James’s stock can slowly start to rise after today. He showed solid route recognition, consistently jumping routes and making plays on the ball. There were times he got a little too excited and drew a couple of flags because of it but his knack for being aggressive might very well pay off for him if he can capitalize on interceptions and not drop them. 

    WR – Jha’Quan Jackson – Tulane – Buy

    Jha’Quan Jackson had himself a day, similar to Roman Wilson, Jackson showed up when it seemed like a lot of other receivers didn’t. His combination of quickness, speed, and separation has been fun to watch all week. He certainly is increasing his stock if he keeps playing at this level for the rest of the week. 

    Honorable Mentions

    OG – Christian Haynes – UCONN – Buy

    Haynes, who previously faced scrutiny for needing to improve his toughness, showcased significant growth. Taking snaps at both right guard and center, his resilience shined bright, surpassing many others on the field.

    OT – Christian Jones – Texas – Hold

    Christian Jones was labeled a potential riser for some, overall we’d have to hold some of his stocks. He had some notable wins against Day 2 standout Darius Robinson but when he lost, he lost badly.

  • Senior Bowl Day 1 Recap

    Senior Bowl Day 1 Recap

    By Zebadayah Ataelseed & Ryan Rubinstein

    As the curtain opened on Day 1 of Senior Bowl practices, the football field transformed into a testing ground for emerging talent. Players displayed their skills, making a notable impression on scouts and coaches alike. From precision passes to great defensive plays, the opening day of Senior Bowl practices spotlighted individuals whose practice performances left an immediate impact.

    In this analysis, we focus on the players whose stocks we should buy, sell, or hold, offering insights into their skills and early potential. As the scouting season progresses, these athletes have already positioned themselves as noteworthy prospects, with their Day 1 displays signaling readiness for the challenges of the professional level.

    National Team Team

    CB – Quinyon Mitchell – Toledo – Buy

    In a standout performance,  Mitchell showcased an extraordinary blend of sticky coverage, ball awareness, and physicality. He spent most of his day jumping routes and breaking up passes. He easily won the day for the National Team practice and it’ll be hard to see him drop outside of the 1st round if he keeps up this level of play this week.

    OL – Jackson Powers-Johnson – Oregon – Buy

    Powers-Johnson, “the Oregon product,” took snaps both at center and right guard, and he impressed in both positions. He had some rough reps against the straight power rush but also won easily against speed, swim, and other finesse moves. Powers-Johnson’s anchor, strength, and punch power give him all the tools to finish defenders into the ground. Overall, he’s a great product coming out of Oregon. 

    WR – Roman Wilson – Michigan – Buy

    Roman Wilson had a solid day both during the one-on-one session and the 7v7 session. His release off the line of scrimmage and separation quickness helped him win a lot of reps today. He has a knack for stacking defenders and keeping them on their heels while also possessing some good straight-line speed to torch defenders down the seam. 

    Honorable Mentions

    RB – Dylan Laube – New Hampshire – Buy

    Laube’s stock is increasing, fueled by his impressive 20.44 MPH speed. A potential small-school sleeper, he showcases a rare blend of speed and explosiveness that sets him apart as a surprise standout prospect. 

    WR – Brendan Rice – USC – Neutral

    Rice did well fighting through contact, and his catch-in-traffic ability is easily among the best of the day. 

    American Team

    WR – Ladd McConkey – University of Georgia – Buy

    McConkey’s stand-out performance was by far the best for the American team practice and arguably the best out of the two practices. McConkey’s route running, agility, and route separation have caused issues for every DB across from him. There’s an argument to be made that he was genuinely open on every route he ran on the day. 

    OT – Patrick Paul – Houston – Buy

    Paul had a solid day overall. His length is outstanding and his feet are quick enough to be a factor on the next level. Paul won a lot of his reps but didn’t dominate. He needs to finish some of his blocks a little more, but otherwise, it was a good outing for the Houston product. 

    WR – Xavier Legette – South Carolina – Sell

    I am not buying the Legette stock based on today. While he has an impressive frame, his woes stem from his lack of route separation, speed, and foot quickness. His feet were very choppy during the drill session. His size provides some promise on the next level, but he needs to perform a lot better going forward. 

    Honorable Mentions

    DT – Braden Fiske – Florida State – Buy

    Fiske won a lot of his reps today by using some of his great flexibility, quickness off the ball, and sheer power to plow through the line and consistently disrupt plays.

    OT – Tyler Guyton – Oklahoma – Buy

    On every rep Guyton took today he showed power and nastiness. This Oklahoma product will look to propel himself up draft boards in the next couple of days. 

  • The NFL’s Best Pass-Catching Groups By Total Points

    The NFL’s Best Pass-Catching Groups By Total Points

    In the ever-evolving landscape of the NFL, the importance of a dynamic and potent receiver corps cannot be overstated. As teams strive for offensive excellence, pass catchers – whether they be wide receivers, tight ends or running backs – play a pivotal role in creating explosive plays, stretching defenses, and ultimately putting points on the board. 

    Who have been the top receiving groups?

    To delve into the comparison, we’ll assess each team’s pass catchers based on a set of criteria: Total Points, Boom%, and depth, with an eye on how these factors contribute to the overall success of the team.

    Total Points Rank Team Total Points Boom%
    1 49ers 117 33%
    2 Seahawks 85 23%
    T3 Lions 74 27%
    T3 Texans 74 29%
    5 Chiefs 71 24%
    6 Titans 69 25%
    7 Dolphins 68 28%
    8 Buccaneers 67 26%
    9 Bears 63 22%
    10 Ravens 61 25%
    11 Cowboys 61 24%

    Here’s our rundown of the Top 5.

    1. San Francisco 49ers

    The 49ers boast a wide receiver corps led by the dynamic trio of Deebo Samuel, Christian McCaffery, and Brandon Aiyuk. Their creative play caller and efficient quarterback reveal a group that consistently challenges defenses, earning them the top spot. They’re the runaway leaders in Total Points.

    Future Outlook: So long as the injuries don’t pile up and the offense can keep clicking on all cylinders the 49ers are all but certainly the best corps in the playoff picture. 

    2. Seattle Seahawks

    The Seahawks corps is led by the strong and physical trio of DK Metcalf, consistent veteran Tyler Lockett, and the young and rising Jaxon Smith-Nijigba. Factor in a confident quarterback in Drew Lock the Seahawks find themselves No. 2 on this list. 

    Future Outlook: The Seahawks have a good starting WR corps. However, some of their woes might come from the lack of consistent production from Lockett or Smith-Nijigba. So long as those two can contribute at a decent clip they are a force to be reckoned with.

    T3. Detroit Lions

    Jared Goff’s return to his old self has boosted the effectiveness of his young receivers. Amon-Ra St. Brown and Sam Laporta make up about two-thirds of the Total Points receiving contribution.  

    Future Outlook: A tip of the hat should be awarded to GM Brad Holmes. He came in and revitalized the WR corps, drafting St. Brown and snagging a handful of other significant WR pieces. Aside from the possible age of Goff in the distance, the Lions wide receivers should be one of the best in the playoffs this year and to come.  

    T3. Houston Texans

    CJ Stroud and the Texans have done a great job of spreading the ball around their young wide receiver corp. Their up-and-coming stud receivers Nico Collins and Tank Dell have carried the team’s Total Points significantly. 

    Future Outlook: The Texans have a bright future with a young and talented quarterback and receiving group they will have time to develop together for the future and have a chance to make noise in the playoffs if Dell and Stroud come back healthy.

    5, Kansas City Chiefs

    The Chiefs have accrued significant contributions from Travis Kelce and Rashee Rice. Andy Reid’s adaptability and implementation of getting Rice in space has created another weapon for Mahomes placing them at No. 5. 

    Future Outlook: Although the Chiefs sit at No. 5 on this list they will need to look to bolster their WR group this offseason. The continuous growth of Rice will help a ton coupled with the consistent production from Kelce. However, they are definitely lacking depth. 

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    And here are 5 other playoff contenders’ whose receiving groups I like a lot.

    7. Miami Dolphins 

    Though they didn’t crack the Top 5, the Dolphins still pose great challenges for opposing defenses. With a mastermind offensive coach, one of the fastest players in the NFL in Tyreek Hill, and young and talented Jaylen Waddle, they have the tools to create damage in a hurry against defenses. 

    Future Outlook: Barring any significant injuries the Dolphins wide receivers should easily be able to compete at the top and be the best in the playoffs.

    8. Tampa Bay Buccaneers 

    The Buccaneer’s strong WR corps stems from years of experience and a couple of All-Pro-caliber players. Chris Godwin leads the team with 28 Total Points (12th in the NFL) and very closely behind is Mike Evans with 26 (16th). Tampa Bay’s pass-catchers lead the NFL in Points Earned on intermediate length passes (110-19 yards), with Godwin ranking 2nd individually.

    Future Outlook: Aside from age becoming a factor for Evans and Godwin, right now they are still producing at an elite level. But if Mayfield and company can find a way to keep spreading the ball out they should be able to compete.

    11. Dallas Cowboys 

    Dak Prescott’s elite connection with Total Points leader CeeDee Lamb makes up more than half of their Total Points production as a team. The importance for the Cowboys is figuring out ways of getting others involved to climb this list and to be successful for a deep playoff run. 

    Future Outlook: The Cowboys have a tall task ahead of them going into the playoffs. All it takes is for a defense to minimize Lamb and their gameplan is in need of significant adjustments. McCarthy needs to find and implement ways for more people to be involved for them to have a deep run in the playoffs.

    13. Los Angeles Rams

    The Rams have a nice emerging wide receiver corps that was in the Top 10 a week ago. Puka Nacua’s development into a reliable target and the veteran presence of Cooper Kupp provide Matthew Stafford with formidable options. The Rams’ ability to integrate new and established talents secures their place among the league’s top wide receiver groups.

    Future Outlook: The Rams have the smart offensive mind, the smart quarterback, and the consistent weapons to make a splash in the playoffs. Some of Nacua’s inexperience might hurt him now but will prove significant in his development as the sole No. 1 when Cooper Kupp retires or moves on. 

    14. Green Bay Packers 

    The Packers have the youngest active WR corps in the NFL which caused some growing pains in the beginning of the season. However, as of late they have produced the most Total Points since Week 10 thanks to the heavy contributions of Christian Watson, Romeo Doubs, Jayden Reed, Dontayvion Wicks and Tucker Kraft. Their consistent development together with Love can pose great success in the future. 

    Future Outlook: The Packers just like the Texans have a bright future ahead of them. They appear to have their franchise quarterbacks (again…) and plenty of weapons around him that can grow with him. If they sneak into the playoffs they should pose a decent headache for opposing defenses. 

    The top receiving corps in the NFL showcase the league’s diverse talent and strategic prowess. From established stars to emerging talents, each team brings a unique dynamic to the field. As we continue to witness the evolution of offensive strategies and individual performances, dynamic pass catchers remain a cornerstone of NFL success.