Below are the results! Mitchell was selected by the Detroit Lions, and as the fourth tight end on the depth chart, hell most likely see the field on special teams. So landing the No. 22). Welcome to The Athletic s pick-by-pick grades for Rounds 2 and 3 of the 2023 NFL Draft. Varina, linebacker, James Madison, 6-1, 195. The following is a list of players that attended Richmond who were drafted in the NFL Draft from 1960-present. The Men's Varsity Basketball team would win the NCHSAA 4A State Championship again in 2018, against Heritage High School. Schmitz allowed just one sack over nearly 1,000 career pass-block snaps. Emmanuel Forbes, CB, Mississippi State (Round 1, No. 19). I'd like to see a more diverse pass-rush move arsenal, and he's still leaving some opportunities to make plays out there, but the potential is really good. A dangerous one. Toss in versatility -- Johnson started 13 games at tackle and 13 games at guard -- and you have a potential franchise cornerstone. Robinson is patient and has the burst to turn the corner on outside rushes, which Atlanta ran more often than 30 other teams last season (171 rushes). Pat Surtain II is of course a star locking down one of the Broncos' cornerback spots, but opposite him? 18 and rightfully so, but I see legit starters across this draft class. The Jets, who needed to address the position, were lurking at No. This one was tough to choose. Check out the best highlights that contributed to Boston College WR Zay Flowers' stellar college career. 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There was some buzz that Turner could go in the first round in the weeks leading into the draft, but the Bengals landed him in the final picks of the second round. In fact, I'm excited about it. North Carolinas divorce law is clearly an outlier. They also agreed that his size and level of competition are not cause for pause -- a track and field state champion in the 100-meter dash (in 10.67 seconds, a Class 2 record), his tools should translate just fine to ACC competition. We've all heard his rule by now, and I get it. He was the Wildcats quarterback, and while theres a chance he plays quarterback in college, his more likely destination is linebacker. The pair of tight end picks will help, and Green Bay actually also used two Day 3 selections on receivers, but I just really like what Reed brings. A five-star recruit, Pickens was the No. But he's also 6-foot-1 with 32-inch arms and runs a 4.35-second 40-yard dash, so it's no surprise that Forbes picked off 14 passes over three college seasons, including six that were returned for TDs. When he signed, he was about 370. To be clear, "best pick" does not necessarily mean "best player." I will say that the Bears could have addressed the 3-technique spot in Round 1 if they had stayed at No. The physical traits are there; he just needs some refining. Rush, a former high school quarterback and college wide receiver at the start, is an incredible athlete still learning the nuances of the cornerback position. He joined the newspaper in 2009 and spent 11 years in the Sports section. The Commanders' pass defense was solid last season, recording the league's second-best completion percentage against (59.9%) and allowing the 10th-best yards per dropback (5.9). "I'm somebody that's never going to give up. As a Nittany Lion, Smith was voted third-team All-Big Ten by coaches and was a Butkus Award semifinalist. Johnson was selected in the seventh round by the Kansas City Chiefs. High School Sports From NFL draft picks to long shots, here are players to watch from North Carolina High School/Hometown: Pos. I think he was hard to figure out, Criswell said, adding that Boston College is a good destination for Jones. In the meantime, Hooker can learn behind Goff and adjust to the NFL game. We present them here for purely educational purposes. Team analysis | Scouting reports 8 prospect at No. Strange has good acceleration and reliable hands, and he's a smooth route runner. Oh, and shoutout to Chicago for grabbing Texas running back Roschon Johnson in Round 4 and Minnesota cornerback Terell Smith in Round 6. New England re-signed Jonathan Jones to a two-year deal, so Gonzalez will line up opposite the 29-year-old. "When you watch him play, you see what all the fuss is about," Hess said. But the Commanders just landed the draft class' best ball hawk. It needed a reliable third option alongside DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett, and there was no better available in this class. They have a really tight family, Parker said. And he doesn't make many bad decisions, throwing just six interceptions in each of the past two seasons while tossing 40-plus touchdown passes in both of those campaigns. 27 to get Kincaid at No. But I'm going with Stroud because a) he's going to be their franchise quarterback, b) they had to trade a sizable haul to Arizona to move up for Anderson, and c) Stroud always should have been the pick at No. In comes Jawaan Taylor via free agency, and Lucas Niang is getting a promotion to a starting gig. You have permission to edit this article. 2). Add four receiving scores and a kickoff return TD, and his 52 house calls for the season left him third on the VHSL season list behind Elijah Davis of Heritage and TreVeyon Henderson of Hopewell. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. He pleaded not guilty in March to felony and misdemeanor charges for battery after allegedly punching, kicking and stomping a man in Las Vegas during Pro Bowl week. But it's hard to really assess him sometimes because he didn't have a lot of help.". Projected: Rounds 5-6 BONUS: Caleb And, although 23 on my board, and outside of Kentucky QB Will Levis, he was the best available player entering Day 2. He's only 5-foot-10 and 187 pounds, but he's versatile, explosive and savvy in his routes. And as a run-blocker, his quickness shows up in zone-blocking schemes. At 6-foot, he's an undersized baller with plus accuracy, and he can develop into a solid backup behind Derek Carr if Jameis Winston doesn't return in 2024. I know running back Saquon Barkley is happy about this pick -- Schmitz takes great angles as a zone blocker at the second level. He's small for the position at 6-foot-1 and 225 pounds, but Henley has really good instincts and burst. K.J. The area where they really struggled, though? And New England followed it up by taking Georgia Tech pass-rusher Keion White on Day 2 to exploit the edges twice a year against New York. But all agreed Greene has the potential and tools for big-time production in Chapel Hill and perhaps beyond. All three numbers were first or second among edge rushers. He could play cornerback, nickle or safety. Critics of his game will point to just one interception over four seasons, but they're ignoring the fact he forced incompletions on 37.9% of his targets last year, best in the entire nation. Video of college student attacking food-delivery robot leads to 2 arrests. They won Highland Springs edge rusher / linebacker, 6-4, 250. I don't see seam-stretching ability in his game, but he can improve there. WebSenior running back Demond Claiborne, the All-Metro player of the year, helped King William win the Class 2 championship, rushing 214 times for 2,946 yards and 47 247 called him physical, violent and fast and says hes a good tackler who delivers a big hit. Because he played so little in the Richmond area, he isnt well known here. I was pretty surprised Mayer, who was No. Stroud was QB2 on my board behind Bryce Young, but he is the best pure pocket passer in this class. 15. Robinson could dominate in Atlanta's run-heavy offensive scheme right out of the gate. Jordan Stout was selected 50 picks before the punt god Matt Ariaza, who broke the NCAA record for average yards per punt last year and has become one of the most hyped punter prospects in history. 69 of 510 70 of 510 Kenny Daniel: John F. Kennedy High School (Richmond) - Unknown class circa 1979 Daniel (No. Kiper ESPN+ recaps: Day 1 | Day 2 The Buccaneers need some youth as they reload this roster, and the defensive line just isn't what it was a few years ago. In 2021, he was an honorable mention to the All-Conference USA team. After Nick Gates signed in Washington, there was a big hole at center. Before Justin Fuente arrived at Virginia Tech, recruits were leaving the state. "He was a guy that got more and more impressive as [Patrick Henry] got deeper and deeper into the playoffs. It's hard to not like the No. And yes, the talented defensive back goes to the team that drafted his father in 1999. His staff never developed the relationships in the 804 to stem. 92). Its been great for me, performance-wise. NE | NO | NYG | NYJ | PHI | PIT | SF And he will still produce big gains by hauling in intermediate-level passes and using his strength to pick up yards after the catch. The Giants wasted no time in attacking their needs, and as much as I really liked the Deonte Banks (Maryland CB) and Jalin Hyatt (Tennessee WR) picks on Days 1 and 2, respectively, this one is clear for me. IMG Academy (Florida) led the way with four players selected, St. Josephs Prep Regardless, Moss has the traits to really help this defense. His frame allows him to compete with big receivers, but I could see him moving inside to a nickel role. Few players in Richmond-area history have credentials like Hendersons. He won't be the biggest corner in the league at 5-foot-11 and 178 pounds, and he picked off only one pass last season, but he has the traits to be a solid starter in Cincinnati. Each year, in collaboration with college recruiters, high school coaches and local media, The Times-Dispatch names The A-List, the top high school football recruits in the area. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. The only thing truly standing between Miller and a big role in the pros is his receiving skills, which he'll need to improve on. Davis had 59 touchdowns in 15 games, Henderson 53 in 14. Luke Tenuta was an all-state football player in Class 3A at Western Albemarle, recording 52.5 tackles and 11 tackles for loss on the defensive line and receiving all-conference, all-district and all-region honors on the offensive line. Watch our How-To Videos to Become a Stathead, Subscribe to Stathead and get access to more data than you can imagine. "Knowing what we look for in that position, he was a guy who was very versatile, played multiple sports. That type of talent isn't on the Houston depth chart right now. 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Nice work by the Giants in getting difference-makers at a few key weak spots. Dalton Kincaid, TE, Utah (Round 1, No. If you want a pest-free patio this spring, the most important thing you can do is take away those elements that bugs find desirable. And they've gotten marquee players, too," he said. After all, there's no competition when you can take anyone in the class. Upgrade to a Disney Bundle plan and start streaming something for everyone today! He used standout instincts and ball skills to catch 31 passes for 514 yards and seven touchdowns while rushing 41 times for 368 yards and four more scores. Hes got everything, said another. And it's worth pointing out that Fuller is under contract for only one more year. His instincts in the open field lead him to big-play opportunities, though he lacks the second gear to routinely impact the vertical pass game. Check out the highlights that contributed to Byron Young's career at Tennessee. Kansas City needs depth badly here, especially since Niang played nine snaps last season. Eric Kolenich writes about higher education, health systems and more for the Richmond Times-Dispatch. So getting an impact edge rusher such as Young in the third round? In 2021, Brooks led the Bearcats in sacks and tackles for loss, and was named First Team All-AAC. Check out highlight-reel plays from former Kentucky QB Will Levis as he gets ready for the NFL draft. The Steelers replaced Cameron Sutton with soon-to-be 33-year-old Patrick Peterson, and they allowed 7.5 yards per attempt last season, 29th in the NFL. Dameon Pierce looked great as a rookie, Nico Collins is a bigger target, John Metchie III is returning after missing last season with leukemia, and maybe Robert Woods reemerges as a difference-maker. From Day 1, he's been all-in. The Demon Deacons program felt like home from the outset, said Claiborne, who also had offers from Virginia, Virginia Tech, Michigan and West Virginia, among others. But sometimes recruits at smaller schools (KW plays in Class 2) can fly under the radar, in part because recruiters question production based on the level of competition. 9 overall. One recruiter said Henderson is as good as anyone who has played in the Richmond area, including Macho Harris and Brandon Minor. Detroit (MI) produced the third As a high schooler, Curtis Brooks was called one of the areas most terrorizing defensive lineman by the Danville Register & Bee and was named to the All-Region 4A second team. Penn Sate coach James Franklin came to watch Claiborne during King William's state title run, but the Nittany Lions entered Claiborne's recruitment too late to draw him from the first school he visited, Wake Forest. Even more telling, Miami was last in the league in NFL Next Gen Stats' rushing yards over expectation at minus-0.4 per carry. In fact, it's quite the opposite in most cases, since I'm looking mostly at value. That's just masterful work from coach Bill Belichick and the Patriots' brass. In his last year at Penn State, Stout was a Resees Senior Bowl All-American and was awarded the Eddleman-Fields Big Ten Punter of the Year. I had Porter at No. If Montgomery can get himself into college football shape quickly, hell compete for a starting job early on, the coach added. Criswell said he stood out on an always loaded Springers defensive unit. The last Richmonder to have a talent set like his was Russell Wilson. Green was roughly 400 pounds when UNC started recruiting him, Bly said. All rights reserved. 3 was too rich, especially given what they could get to trade out. He was a second-team All-American with 12 sacks and 19.5 tackles for loss in 2022, and was voted captain as a senior. 60). The 2021 A-List: The area's top high school football recruits. He's not a burner, but he's a savvy route runner with really impressive body control. As he was finishing community college, Ford had more than 20 Division I offers and committed to Kansas, of whose basketball team he had grown up a fan. He's only 166 pounds, and that lack of bulk shows up against the run. Coleman had 15 offers according to 247, including Boston College, Rutgers, Old Dominion and JMU. Against the run, Brown is aggressive, always seems to be around the ball and finishes as a tackler. He's my highest-graded running back since Saquon Barkley in 2018 and finished No. During his redshirt senior season, he led the Thundering Herd in interceptions and was selected to the All-Conference USA second team. Murphy, listed at 6-foot-5 and 268 pounds, was one of only two Power Five players in the country to record at least 35 tackles for loss and six forced fumbles from 2020-22. He also helped Maggie W. Hopewells TreVeyon Henderson was the All-Metro player of the year in 2019 as a junior. Every year, the NFL Draft gives fans the opportunity to get a preview of the next generation of NFL talent and young players take the next steps on their journey to becoming household names. Kancey is as explosive as they come, running the fastest 40-yard dash for a defensive tackle since 2006 at the combine (4.67). He has outstanding first-step explosion, powerful hands and flexibility as an interior pass-rusher. Because of his 5-foot-9, 188-pound size, Achane might never be a three-down back but he doesn't need to be to have a big impact. We're talking about a unit that totaled 20 sacks in 2022, last in the NFL. And hes considered one of the most talented players in the nation. But come on, Robinson is a different kind of player and has the chance to be truly special. After transferring from Colorado, Gonzalez picked off four passes last season and broke up another seven. Eli Apple left in free agency, and Chidobe Awuzie is coming back from a torn ACL, so this was definitely a need. 50). Keep reading to see who Virginia has sent to footballs biggest stage this year: College: Marshall University (West Virginia). One problem was that Jones never played his college position until his senior year of high school. He was my No. Montgomery is tall, strong lineman who can play either tackle or guard, though he played more tackle at Prince George. We're all fired up and excited to see what he can bring to our football team. He had more passes defensed (31) than games played (28) in his Maryland career and led the Big Ten with 16 in 2021. Some recruiters tend to have reservations about perimeter players at private schools because their stats can be inflated by big games against inferior competition. Initially a North Carolina-area recruit out of Durham's Hillside High, Martin transferred to Life Christian and "has a big upside," one recruiter said. There's also the current Kamara situation, which could result in a suspension at some point. Jennings dealt with some injuries later in his high school career, and was asked to do a lot for a Cavaliers program that went 2-8 in 2021 and hasn't recently possessed the depth of talent as many of the programs on this list. The Panthers rank in the bottom four over the past three seasons in Total QBR (38.3), touchdown-to-interception ratio (46-50) and completion percentage (61.5%). Matt Eberflus' defense relies on a good, penetrating 3-technique up the middle, and that's Pickens. 19 on my board, didn't go in the first round. I feel like Im right there with being a professional, how I carry myself and take of my businessIts given me a great idea of what my life will be like when I go through this.. In 2022, he had 24 tackles and two interceptions in 13 more games. Stout was selected by the Baltimore Ravens, where hell be able to learn under seasoned veteran and former Pro Bowler Sam Koch. Here are 32 of my favorite selections this year, grouped by division. 11 overall prospect -- was tremendous. Tillman could become very heavily involved in this offense right away and emerge as a starter opposite Cooper. So yeah, I really like the Porter move at the top of Round 2. Henderson missed his senior season because of the pandemic and enrolled at OSU in January. 1 inside linebacker and No. In fact, Philadelphia tied for the most defensive players drafted from the same school in the common draft era, per ESPN Stats & Information research. (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). When he is in position, he has a knack for making plays on the ball, as well. Maryland, for example, recruited him as a running back. 1 defensive tackle in the 2019 recruiting class after being selected South Carolinas Mr. Football his senior year of high school. It's tough to really nail a draft when you have five picks and nothing before No. Notable alumni. Washington had just nine all season, more than just four other teams. Racing. Interview with Barty Smith | More from Gary It's Schmitz, who will be a 10-year starter for New York. But he has a high ceiling. Ive seen so much of a chance in terms of the way I prepare myself, he told SWX. Leggy 100 | HBCU rankings . And yeah, his size will limit him against press coverage. All Players Table; Player Pos Teams From To; Duane Brown: T: HOU,SEA,NYJ: 2008: 2022: Curtis Grant Philadelphia Eagles. Nazeeh Johnson was a standout on both sides of the ball at Millbrook High School in Winchester. Being to the point where Im going through the training with NFL players, like actually seeing them on a daily basis, and comparing myself with dudes I used to look up toand knowing Im not too far from where I want to be is great..
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