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Utah offensive tackle Spencer Fano is widely projected as a potential Top 10 pick in the upcoming NFL Draft — and the traits jump off the screen. At 6’6”, 310 pounds, Fano combines elite footwork, rare lateral agility, and explosive lower-body mechanics that make him one of the most intriguing edge protectors in college football.

In this film breakdown, we analyze:

Fano’s athleticism and recovery ability give him major up...

Arkansas quarterback Taylen Green put together two seasons of SEC film after transferring from Boise State — and the traits are undeniable. At 6’6”, 235 pounds with real straight-line speed, Green brings explosive athleticism and quick processing to the position.

In this full 2026 NFL Draft film breakdown, we evaluate: • His command of the Arkansas offense • Pre- and post-snap decisiveness • Game-breaking running ability • Performance vs zone coverage • Interception trends and decision-making • Throwing motion and release mechanics • Pocket manipulation concerns

Green’s explosiveness and progression speed flash on early reads, but zone defenders capitalized at times when his eyes locked onto targets. With 35...

Nebraska RB Emmett Johnson is coming off a massive 2025 season: 1,450 rushing yards, 12 touchdowns, and 5.8 yards per carry while earning First-Team All-Big Ten honors. After four seasons in Lincoln (including one redshirt year), Johnson enters the 2026 NFL Draft as one of the most dynamic and instinctive running backs in college football. In this full scouting report, we break down: Elite lateral agility and instinctive vision Explosive burst and second-level acceleration Contact balance and lower-body strength at 5’11”, 200 lbs 3-down receiving value (92 career catches, just 2 drops) Areas for improvement, including pass protection and downhill consistency Is Emmett Johnson a true Day 2 pick — or cou...

We’re breaking down BYU linebacker Jack Kelly and his full 2026 NFL Draft evaluation. Measured at 6’1”, 246 pounds at the Senior Bowl, Kelly is one of the more intriguing “tweener” defenders in this class.

On film, Kelly flashes high-level instincts as a run defender. His ability to read offensive line movement, diagnose zone concepts, and trigger into his run fits makes him a consistent presence around the football — even when the stat sheet (55 tackles in 2025) doesn’t fully reflect his impact. He plays with strong hands at the point of attack and rarely gets displaced.

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Welcome to this weekly draft breakdown where we finish conversations we started throughout this week. 00:00 Introduction 5:22 Arvell Reese 20:20 Makai Lemon 29:53 Monroe Freeling 39:13 Caleb Banks 47:15 Demond Claiborne 1:01:11 Bishop Fitzgerald 1:04:48 Bowman U

Wake Forest running back Demond Claiborne is one of the most elusive backs in the 2026 NFL Draft class. At 5’9”, 200 pounds, Claiborne brings rare lateral agility, explosive change of direction, and big-play ability after producing over 2,600 career rushing yards and 26 touchdowns in Winston-Salem.

In this full film breakdown, we evaluate:

• Elite lateral agility and change of direction • Contact balance and downhill slashing style • Patience and vision in zone concepts • Big-play speed (85-yard touchdown ability) • Ball security concerns (7 fumbles in 2025) • Drop issues and third-down value • Final NFL Draft grade projection

Claiborne’s agility makes him a dangerous space pl...

Florida defensive tackle Caleb Banks is one of the most physically intriguing interior defenders in the 2026 NFL Draft class. At 6’6” and 336 pounds with 35-inch arms, Banks brings rare length, explosiveness, and pass rush upside to the defensive line. After transferring from Louisville to Florida, Banks flashed dominant one-on-one ability in 2024 before a foot injury limited him to just two games in 2025. In this full film breakdown, we evaluate: • Run defense ability • Bull rush and interior power • Pass rush plan and hand usage • Pad level and double-team concerns • Injury impact and medical outlook • Scheme versatility (3-4 DE / 4-3 DT) • Final NFL Draft grade pr...

Georgia offensive tackle Monroe Freeling is quickly rising up 2027 NFL Draft boards — and for good reason. After not consistently being mocked in Round 1 during the season, Freeling’s draft stock has surged thanks to his rare combination of size, length, and athleticism at 6’7”, 315 pounds.

In this full film breakdown, we analyze Freeling’s elite explosiveness in pass protection, his ability to climb to the second level in the run game, and the upper-body power that makes him a true NFL-caliber offensive tackle prospect. We also dive into the developmental areas scouts are watching closely — including lower body balance, anc...

USC wide receiver Makai Lemon put together an All-American 2025 season and took home the Biletnikoff Award as the nation’s top receiver. In this full 2026 NFL Draft scouting report, we break down the 5’11”, 190-pound Trojan’s elite straight-line speed, explosive burst, route running precision, ball tracking, catch-point ability, and run-after-catch traits. Lemon’s ability to accelerate instantly, maintain full speed through breaks, and separate at every level of the field makes him one of the most dynamic receivers in this draft class. We also analyze areas for improvement, including pacing, tempo control, and timing within the route structure. 📌 Topics Covered: Elit...

Justin Joly is a 6’3”, 250-pound tight end who began his career at UConn before transferring to NC State, finishing with nearly 2,000 receiving yards and 15 touchdowns across four college seasons.

In this full scouting report, we break down Joly’s ball skills, strong hands at the catch point, route running feel vs. zone coverage, athletic profile, run blocking usage, and projected NFL role. While not a traditional in-line tight end, Joly consistently attacks the football, wins in tight coverage, and shows natural awareness in scramble drills and soft spots in zone.

We also discuss his projection as a p...

Ohio State’s Arvell Reese put together an All-American 2025 season with 69 tackles, 10 tackles for loss, and 6.5 sacks — splitting his snaps nearly 50/50 between off-ball linebacker and edge rusher. In this full scouting report, we break down Reese’s straight-line speed, open-field tackling, strength at the point of attack, pass rush ability, quarterback spy usage, and coverage instincts. At 6’4”, 240 pounds, Reese combines explosive burst, violent hand usage, and sideline-to-sideline range — traits that could make him a top-five pick in the NFL Draft. Is he better as an off-ball linebacker or a full-time edge rusher at the next level? We analyze his strengths, w...

USC safety Bishop Fitzgerald was an All-American in his lone season with the Trojans, finishing 2025 with 5 interceptions, 51 tackles, and 3 pass breakups. After two seasons at NC State and starting his career at Coffeyville, Fitzgerald developed into one of the most instinctive defensive backs in college football. In this full film breakdown, we analyze: Elite zone instincts and ball skills (10 career interceptions) Explosive trigger and range from deep safety Hip fluidity in man and zone coverage Run support effort and aggressiveness Areas for improvement in tackling and angles Final 2026 NFL Draft grade (Second Round projection) Fitzgerald’s ability to read qu...

Welcome to this weekly draft breakdown where we finish conversations we started throughout this week. 00:00 Introduction 2:34 Jeremiyah Love 16:30 Mansoor Delane 26:01 Cole Payton 43:29 Shad Banks Jr 50:36 Brenen Thompson 54:18 Vincent Anthony Jr 59:02 Emmanuel Pregnon 1:01:29 Weekly Rip 1:07:23 Mitchell and Ness Affiliation

Brenen Thompson might be the most explosive vertical receiver in the 2026 NFL Draft class. After beginning his career at Texas and transferring to Oklahoma, Thompson broke out in 2025 at Mississippi State with 57 receptions for 1,000 yards and 6 touchdowns. At 5’9”, 170 pounds, his straight-line speed, first-step explosiveness, and ability to stretch the field vertically make him one of the most unique receiver prospects in this class. In this scouting breakdown, we analyze: Elite straight-line speed and vertical separation ability Ball tracking and over-the-shoulder adjustments Change of direction and route-running flashes Press coverage concerns at 5’9”, 170 lbs Scheme fit and projected draft range Is Brenen T...

Shad Banks Jr. was a major recruit out of North Shore (Houston, TX), spent four seasons at TCU, and broke out in 2025 at UTSA with 90 tackles, 7.5 TFLs, 2 sacks, and 3 interceptions — earning First-Team All-AAC honors. In this 2026 NFL Draft film breakdown, we analyze Banks’ sideline-to-sideline speed, quick trigger, zone instincts, Tampa 2 range, blitz ability, and overall athletic profile. We also discuss areas for improvement, including play strength, frame concerns, and occasional angle discipline in the run game. Is Shad Banks Jr. a true Day 2 linebacker in the 2026 NFL Draft? Let’s break down the tape. #ShadBanksJr #UTSAFootball #NFLDraft #CFB #Linebacker #NFLDra...

Emmanuel Pregnon spent two seasons at Wyoming, two at USC, and anchored Oregon's interior offensive line in 2025. In this 2026 NFL Draft film breakdown, we evaluate Pregnon’s run blocking, pass protection, hand usage, leg drive, and second-level angles from his 2025 tape in Eugene. At 6’5”, 320 pounds, Pregnon shows impressive upper-body strength in Oregon’s zone scheme, consistently generating movement on double teams while displaying refined hand usage and strong pass protection instincts against stunts and interior pressure. We also examine areas for development, including lower-body drive consistency and second-level angles in outside zone concepts. Is Pregnon a true Day 2 lock in the 2...

We’re breaking down North Dakota State quarterback Cole Payton, one of the most intriguing dual-threat quarterbacks in the 2026 NFL Draft class. After spending multiple seasons in a versatile, Taysom Hill–style role, Payton took over as a full-time starter in 2025 and delivered an efficient, explosive season.

This film study covers Payton’s deep-ball accuracy, touch and ball placement, timing versus defensive leverage, off-script creativity, athleticism as a runner, and areas that could limit his projection at the next level. We finish with strengths, weaknesses, and a final draft grade based on his 2025 tape.

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Mansoor Delane emerged as one of college football’s most complete cornerbacks during his 2025 season at LSU Tigers after transferring from Virginia Tech Hokies. This film breakdown dives into Delane’s press-man technique, hip fluidity, timing, physicality, and elite ball skills that made him a First Team All-American and a projected top-10 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. From shutting down NFL-caliber receivers against Clemson to flashing elite explosiveness in zone coverage, Delane consistently erases separation and closes throwing windows. We break down his man coverage patience, off-man burst, zone instincts, and run support to show why he’s a true s...

We break down Duke edge rusher Vincent Anthony Jr., one of the most intriguing defensive prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft. At 6’6”, 250 pounds, Anthony brings rare length, first-step explosiveness, and flexibility around the corner that immediately stand out on film. This evaluation dives into his pass-rush traits, how his length impacts both the run and pass game, and why his upside puts him firmly in the Day 2 draft conversation. We also discuss areas for development, including pass-rush sequencing, speed-to-power conversion, and edge setting, before closing with an overall draft projection. 📌 Topics Covered: First step and elite bend for a 6’6” EDGE Pass-rush u...

We’re taking a deep look at Jeremiyah Love, the dynamic Notre Dame Fighting Irish running back who firmly entered the national conversation over the past two seasons. Jeremiyah Love’s game starts with high-level vision and lateral agility, consistently putting him in position for his elite explosiveness and long speed to matter. This breakdown covers his change of direction, burst through the second level, ability to erase pursuit angles, contact balance, receiving utility, and pass protection. After a dominant final college season—highlighted by elite efficiency, production, and national recognition—we close with a full 2026 NFL Draft grade and proj...

In this NFL Draft film breakdown, we evaluate Skyler Bell, the UConn wide receiver and 2025 First Team All-American. Bell finished the season with over 1,300 receiving yards and 13 touchdowns after transferring from Wisconsin, showcasing advanced route running, separation ability, long speed, and run-after-catch value. This breakdown focuses on Bell’s sudden change of direction, ability to stack defenders, effectiveness against zone coverage, and explosiveness after the catch. We also discuss areas for improvement, including play strength versus press coverage and long-term projection at the next level. 📌 Topics covered: Route running & separation Long speed and vertical ability YAC and ball carrier value...

Devon Marshall enters the NFL Draft conversation as one of the most productive and instinctive cornerbacks in college football. After transferring from Villanova to NC State, Marshall led the nation with 16 pass breakups during the 2025 season while consistently impacting games in zone, press-man, and recovery situations. This full draft evaluation breaks down Marshall’s film across multiple opponents, highlighting his route recognition, processing speed, physicality at the line of scrimmage, and advanced ball skills. We also examine where athletic limitations show up on tape, how he mitigates them, and why his instincts and timing project him as a mid-to-late ro...

Kayden McDonald emerged as a dominant force in his first season as a starter for the Ohio State Buckeyes, anchoring one of the nation’s most talented defenses. In this film breakdown, we dive into McDonald’s elite run defense, explosive first step, and untapped pass-rush upside that makes him a projected first-round pick in the NFL Draft. At 6’3”, 326 pounds, McDonald blends nose tackle power with an attacking play style that consistently resets the line of scrimmage. We break down his ability to destroy zone and power concepts, flash into the backfield, and elevate the defenders around him, while also dis...

Arizona State offensive tackle Max Iheanachor is one of the fastest-rising prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft. After a strong week at the Senior Bowl, Iheanachor has entered first-round and early Day 2 conversations despite having just five seasons of football experience. In this full scouting report, we break down Iheanachor’s run blocking upside, elite athletic traits, explosive pass sets, and advanced pass protection patience. We also evaluate his areas for improvement, including pad level, technical refinement in the run game, and situational awareness in protection schemes. 📌 Topics Covered: Athletic profile and background Zone blocking ability and second-level mobility Pass prote...

Tight end Tanner Koziol put together one of the most productive receiving careers in college football, totaling 237 receptions, 2,200 yards, and 24 touchdowns across four seasons. After three years at Ball State, Koziol stepped up to Big 12 competition in 2025 with Houston, finishing with 74 catches, 700 yards, and six touchdowns. Listed at 6’7”, Koziol brings rare length to the position, making him a dangerous red-zone target and reliable checkdown option. This film breakdown looks at his ball skills, hands, route running, movement control for his size, and how his frame factors into his development as an inline blocker at the next level.

Texas Tech edge defender Romello Height emerged as one of the most productive pass rushers in college football during the 2025 season, finishing with 10 sacks for the Red Raiders. Listed at 6’3”, 235 pounds, Height projects as a 3–4 outside linebacker at the next level, where his first-step explosiveness, bend, and refined pass rush plan stand out.

This breakdown dives into Height’s pass rush moves, closing speed, ability to drop into coverage, and how his age and frame factor into his NFL projection.

Oregon Ducks weapon Kenyon Sadiq brings rare versatility to the field, lining up as an inline tight end, slot receiver, wideout, and H-back. At 6’3”, 245 pounds, Sadiq combines straight-line speed, burst, and ball skills to consistently stress defenses down the seam and across the middle. This film breakdown looks at how Oregon deploys Sadiq, his route running, acceleration, ball tracking, and usage as a blocker in space, along with how those traits could translate to the NFL level.

Garrett Nussmeier is one of the most polarizing quarterback prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft cycle. After flashing elite arm talent in the 2022 SEC Championship and breaking out as LSU’s starter in 2024 with over 4,000 passing yards, Nussmeier entered 2025 with major Heisman expectations. Injuries changed the story. A lingering core injury limited his mobility and consistency, leading to a midseason benching and a sharp drop in draft stock. Still, strong performances at the Senior Bowl reopened the conversation about his NFL future. This film breakdown dives into: Arm strength and velocity on tight-window throws Off-platform and off-script playmaking ability Decision-making co...

Jaydn Ott might be the hardest running back to evaluate in the entire 2026 NFL Draft. In this film breakdown, we focus on Ott’s dominant Cal tape — including his explosive long speed, instant burst, and big-play ability — while temporarily setting aside what happened during his limited 2025 season at Oklahoma. From his 1,300-yard, First Team All-Pac-12 campaign in 2023 to the lingering injuries and unanswered questions that followed, Ott’s profile is filled with extremes. We break down his explosiveness, instincts in power and zone schemes, receiving upside, and the major concern holding back his three-down value: pass protection. We close by addre...

Welcome to this weekly draft update. Today, I am giving my thoughts on Carnell Tate, TJ Parker, Kyle Louis, Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, Ted Hurst, Rahsul Faison, Dametrious Crownover, Michael Trigg, and D'Angelo Ponds. Tune in every Friday where we break down 10 players every week! 00:00 Introduction 1:35 Carnell Tate 9:55 TJ Parker 18:38 Kyle Louis 28:26 Michael Trigg 36:59 Ted Hurst 38:47 Jaden Dugger 44:48 Rahsul Faison 50:34 Dametrious Crownover 56:15 D'Angelo Ponds 1:02:36 Emmanuel McNeil-Warren 1:07:32 Conclusion

We break down the film of Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, a four-year contributor and three-year starter at Toledo Rockets. Known for his aggression, run defense, and physical presence in the box, McNeil-Warren finished his college career with 214 tackles and consistently impacted games near the line of scrimmage. This film study focuses on his strengths as a run defender, form tackler, and physical coverage safety, while also discussing areas for improvement in zone awareness and discipline. We also project where McNeil-Warren fits in the 2025 NFL Draft and why teams looking for a tone-setting box safety will have him firmly on their board. 📌 Top...

We are breaking down Michael Trigg, the Baylor tight end who elevated his NFL Draft stock in 2026. Once a highly touted recruit at USC Trojans, Trigg’s path took him through Ole Miss Rebels before breaking out with the Baylor Bears. This film study dives into: Elite ball skills and vice-grip hands at the catch point Athleticism, route-running, and change-of-direction ability Zone awareness and downfield production Blocking effort, consistency, and developmental areas Final 2026 NFL Draft projection and role at the next level After a dominant 2025 season (50 receptions, ~700 yards, 6 TDs), Trigg firmly put himself on the NFL radar. Is he a...

We break down South Carolina running back Rahsul Faison, a seventh-year senior with one of the most patient and efficient running styles in the 2026 NFL Draft class. After a productive 2024 season at Utah State and a dramatic eligibility ruling, Faison delivered a solid 2025 season for South Carolina, showcasing elite vision, lateral agility, and decisive patience. This film study covers: Vision and cutback ability in zone schemes Lateral agility and short-area explosiveness Patience without indecision Receiving upside and screen game usage Pass protection strengths and weaknesses Concerns with long speed, explosiveness, and age Final NFL Draft grade and projection While...

In this 2026 NFL Draft breakdown, we evaluate Carnell Tate, Ohio State’s technically refined wide receiver and projected first-round pick. This film study dives into: Elite hands away from the body (5 drops on 121 career catches) Advanced route running and leverage manipulation Sideline awareness, toe-drag ability, and body control Vertical production without relying on elite top-end speed Football intelligence and mid-route decision-making At 6’3”, 190 lbs, Tate consistently creates separation, attacks the football, and makes life easier on his quarterback. While weight and durability remain minor concerns, his skill set firmly places him in the early first-round conversation for the 2026 NFL Draft. 📌 Full draf...

In this NFL Draft film breakdown, we take a detailed look at Texas A&M offensive tackle Dametrious Crownover, a massive 6’7”, 336-pound lineman with rare size and intriguing athletic traits.

This scouting report covers Crownover’s performance against top competition, including Texas, South Carolina, Miami, LSU, and Florida. We break down his run blocking upside, pass protection ability, length, power, athleticism, and the technical inconsistencies—particularly hand usage—that impact his draft projection.

Crownover shows flashes of high-level edge protection and dominant strength, but his development curve will be key for NFL teams evaluating him as a long...

Kyle Louis was one of the most productive linebackers in college football, earning First-Team All-American honors at Pitt and finishing the season with 81 tackles, 8.5 TFLs, and multiple interceptions.In this full film breakdown, we evaluate Kyle Louis’ run defense, tackling form, pass coverage, blitz ability, athletic profile, and NFL projection. We also dive into the biggest concern on his draft profile — size at 6’1”, 225 lbs — and how it may affect his role at the next level.📌 Topics covered:Run defense instincts & sideline-to-sideline speedPass coverage vs tight ends & slot receiversBlitzing value & pass rush flashesSize limitations & block disengagementIdeal NFL role and scheme fitFinal 2026...

Welcome to this weekly draft update. Today, I am giving my thoughts on Fernando Mendoza, Jermod McCoy, Caden Curry, Mike Washington Jr, Jakobi Lane, Keionte Scott, and Gennings Dunker.

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Ted Hurst is a 6’3”, 195-pound wide receiver out of Georgia State with two highly productive seasons at the Group of Five level. In this NFL Draft film breakdown, we evaluate Ted Hurst’s frame, catch-point dominance, ball skills, route running, and separation ability against both G5 and SEC competition.

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Ted Hurst’s combination of size, ball skills, and movement ability makes him one of the more intriguin...

In this full NFL Draft breakdown, we take an in-depth look at TJ Parker, Clemson’s powerful edge rusher and one of the most intriguing defensive prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft class.

Parker burst onto the scene with 11 sacks in 2024, earning early first-round buzz, before posting 5 sacks and 9.5 tackles for loss in 2025. In this film study, we break down his elite strength, leverage, hand usage, edge-setting ability, and versatility, while also addressing concerns around bend, explosiveness, and overall athletic profile.

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Iowa offensive lineman Gennings Dunker enters the 2026 NFL Draft cycle as one of the most physically dominant run blockers in college football. In this full film evaluation, we break down Dunker’s tape from Iowa, focusing on his elite upper-body strength, hand usage, motor, and power in the run game, while evaluating his long-term projection at the next level. Although listed as an offensive tackle, this breakdown explains why Dunker is likely an NFL guard, highlighting concerns with arm length, lateral agility, pad level, and pass-set athleticism against speed and leverage. We also dive into scheme fit, projecting Dunker as...