He's a fantastic run defender with a lot of power, and while he's not going to put up big sack numbers as an interior pass-rusher, Benton is disruptive. 87, and it was a good one. Joey Porter Jr., CB, Penn State (Round 2, No. "If he plays in a one-back system, where does he fit in?" It's great when you have an elite, top-of-the-league pass-catcher, but it can't be all you have. Download the free 8News and StormTracker 8 mobile apps! Brandon Smith, who was born in Henrico County but attended Louisa County High School, was one of the most highly-regarded linebacker prospects in this years draft and somehow fell all the way to the fourth round. All logos are the trademark & property of their owners and not Sports Reference LLC. Positioned at No. Recruiters lauded the discipline and work ethic of players from Springers coach Loren Johnson's program. It's a solid fit no matter how you look at it. Watch Video; Box Score; Nov 10, 2022 @ 5:00pm. 9). Ramsey was All-State for Class 3 in the 4x200 relay (second place, 1:32.19) and 300-meter dash (seventh place, 36.17). 20). He's a little tight, but he has the speed to turn and run with pass-catchers and the instincts to read the QB in zone looks. And he's a powerful runner at 229 pounds when he tucks the ball and tries to pick up yards. Philadelphia Eagles. And Young will make an impact as a run-game penetrator (24.5 tackles for loss over two seasons) and spot-dropper in coverage, too. He will flip his hips to run with receivers, and he's never out of it if he gets caught out of phase -- his burst means he can recover quickly and still make a play on the ball. He ran a 4.89-second 40 and jumped 9-foot-8 in the broad jump at 291 pounds. He rarely gets neutralized in one-on-ones, and he has some range once disengaged. Watch the James River in downtown Richmond. On offense, Johnson played both running back and wideout. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. Projected: Rounds 5-6 BONUS: Caleb Find out more. WebHermitage (Richmond, VA) NFL Player Stats. In his first year after transferring to Penn State, he ranked fourth in FBS for touchbacks and was named team captain the season after. Former Manchester running back Ramon Brown has a chance to be really special, at Maryland, said Lancers coach Tom Hall. Before Justin Fuente arrived at Virginia Tech, recruits were leaving the state. Yes, he ran a 4.70 in the 40, and yes, he never broke 400 receiving yards in a season at Penn State. Bly echoed the praise of Life Christian's development in the trenches. In fact, I'm excited about it. First, Arizona moved from No. You have permission to edit this article. Hopewells TreVeyon Henderson was the All-Metro player of the year in 2019 as a junior. Kincaid accelerates in a flash, can win down the seam and is a smooth route runner. Dallas took Micah Parsons in Round 1 in 2021 as an inside 'backer, but injuries pushed him into an edge-rushing role in which he now has 26.5 sacks over two seasons. From 1978-98, the Raiders won six N.C. 4A championships. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. "But I think he's got a chance to be really special for them.". It's Schmitz, who will be a 10-year starter for New York. Check out highlight-reel plays from former Kentucky QB Will Levis as he gets ready for the NFL draft. Harmon picked Oklahoma in August over South Carolina, Penn State, Tennessee and Georgia. 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. Mike Kropf/TIMES-DISPATCH. Keep reading to see who Virginia has sent to footballs biggest stage this year: College: Marshall University (West Virginia). Johnson was selected in the seventh round by the Kansas City Chiefs. Detroit -- which is quickly becoming a serious playoff contender -- could turn to Hooker next season. I'll also call out getting UAB's DeWayne McBride in Round 7. Aaron Willis, signing with Tennessee on Dec. 16, 2020. C.J. I could see him moving around quite a bit in Las Vegas, stacking as a base Y tight end or flexing out to beat defensive backs with his precise routes and size advantage. Good range and can tackle. Another coach called him a product of great coaching and development at Highland Springs. 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. Improving the protection for newly acquired Aaron Rodgers was key for the Jets over these three days in Kansas City. From NFL receiver DeAndre Hopkins to North Carolina football coach Mack Brown to Richmond's Armando Bacot, St. Christopher's senior Kyan Patel. Jalen Carter, DT, Georgia (Round 1, No. His staff never developed the relationships in the 804 to stem. Reid's top 379 | Miller's top 368 MP Stats for iPad. Rogers walked on at Virginia Tech and eventually was drafted into the NFL. We're very excited to have him.". Kancey is as explosive as they come, running the fastest 40-yard dash for a defensive tackle since 2006 at the combine (4.67). Zay Flowers, WR, Boston College (Round 1, No. Cornell Powell - DRAFTED NO. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. He went for 1,102 yards on the ground last season. Criswell said, adding that Terrapins coach Mike Locksley, the former offensive coordinator at Alabama, is a great talent evaluator. At 6-foot-5 and 307 pounds (with 35-plus-inch arms), he has an impressive frame and plays with enough power to overwhelm defenders. This is the seventh of 11 positional breakdowns leading up to the NFL Draft (April 27-29). The one thing that NFL rookies generally all have in common is an outstanding experience playing high school football. With size and the agility to track ball carriers, he had 23 solo tackles and 36 assists, eight sacks, 20 tackles for loss and 14 quarterback hurries on the way to first-team Region 6A and All-Metro honors. Before his injury last season, Hooker led the nation in Total QBR (89.5) and yards per attempt (9.5), while putting together a wild 27-to-2 touchdown-to-interception ratio. Use without license or authorization is expressly prohibited. At 6-foot-2 and 198 pounds, Rush ran a 4.36-second 40-yard dash and earned an 80.3 coverage grade in 2022. He caught 59 balls for 875 yards and eight touchdowns last season, but he was downright dominant the year prior, catching 100 passes for 1,593 yards and 17 TDs while at Pitt. Joe Tippmann, C, Wisconsin (Round 2, No. | Opinion, Castle for sale in SC has it all gargoyles, lions heads and even a sword in stone, Bad weather postpones NASCAR Cup Series race at Dover. And yeah, his size will limit him against press coverage. 6, swapping firsts, picking up a third and losing a second and fifth. And if Detroit wants to move on from Goff after 2023, his dead cap is only $5 million at that point. And yes, the talented defensive back goes to the team that drafted his father in 1999. I think he was an under-recruited guy, another said. Think about where this offense was a few weeks ago, and think about where it is now. "Highland Springs has been consistent with the defensive product they put at the next level," Criswell said, adding that the Springers ability to produce top defensive talent goes back generations. 9 to No. We saw 259 players find new homes, a record 43 in-draft trades, three teams invest first-round picks in quarterbacks and an uncountable number of surprises. In 2021, Brooks led the Bearcats in sacks and tackles for loss, and was named First Team All-AAC. Jostens Renaissance. He can be a solid complementary back to Derrick Henry. And it's worth pointing out that Fuller is under contract for only one more year. Hes the best lineman Ive coached in 25 years. Montgomery had 16 offers according to 247, including East Carolina, Liberty, Old Dominion and Richmond. Team needs -- in which a player was picked in relation to my board -- scheme fit and any trades involved in the selection all factored in here. "He's a supreme athlete," Scott said, adding that Martin came to Life Christian as a receiver before putting on weight and moving to defensive end. Maybe he kicks back to safety, too, where Kiper has him projected. And now he's down below 340. 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. Year Round Rnd Pick 3, on his way to a big gain. On the trade element of it all: Belichick & Co. not only picked up another selection but also blocked a division rival seeking an offensive tackle in Round 1. But I'll leave the team grades to Mel Kiper Jr. -- I want to focus instead on what every team did right. Brown is an incredibly hard worker who will carve out a role in this 49ers defense, maybe even lining up as a big nickel in some situations. Hes made a big impression already. Jones graduated early and enrolled at Virginia Tech this spring. He also forced four fumbles and blocked two kicks. And while he had only 636 receiving yards and five TDs in 2022, Reed has above-average ball skills and went for over 1,000 yards and 10 touchdowns in 2021. Virginia, Virginia Tech, Georgia and Texas were on his list of finalists. Any time a receiver shows the ability to play another sport like basketball and play above the rim, that can make him a very dynamic football player. His senior season was his best, as he won Gatorades state player of the year award. Malik Willis, a third-rounder last year, didn't show enough to prove he's the answer, and there's a scenario in which Levis takes over this offense as soon as this season. After Nick Gates signed in Washington, there was a big hole at center. Assuming Marvin Harrison Jr. goes in Round 1 next year, Stroud will have played with four first-round wideouts over the past two years. 67 on my board, but I had a feeling he'd be underdrafted. He just wasn't targeted much in the Nittany Lions' offense and can outplay his college resume in the pros. In his first season as a Hokie, Tenuta blocked a field goal to force overtime against North Carolina in a game that Virginia Tech would win 43-41. One of the drafts true success stories, Torrence (6-5 3/8, 330) weighed more than 420 pounds in high school before changing his diet, and he became a first-team WebThe Patriots Men's Varsity Basketball team won the NCHSAA State Championship (4A) in 1997 versus Richmond Senior High School. At Richmond Senior High School he was a key member of the 1977 state champion 4 x 400 relay team and a world class hurdler at the age of 18. Tenuta was drafted by the Buffalo Bills and is currently listed as their third-string left tackle. St. Christopher's wide receiver, 6-3, 185. 2 center and a top-50 prospect, and his tape is a treat to watch. Even though the Jaguars ended up making 10 picks on Day 3, I tentatively had Strange circled as their best pick on Saturday morning before Round 4 had kicked off. Buffalo moved up from No. He's a kid that can probably see some early playing time," Hall said. Hess saw the Knights play Dinwiddie in November and, though the Generals won 35-21 behind a dominant ground game, he said Madison "lived in Dinwiddie's backfield. The Chiefs' offensive line paced the league in pass block win rate last season (74.6%), but this isn't the same unit in 2023. Jones amassed 13 offers according to 247, including Virginia, Duke, Pittsburgh and Boston College. He picked off 10 passes over the past two seasons, often getting early jumps and attacking the ball in the air. But Mayer is also a true all-around tight end, with the power to be effective as an in-line blocker. Read more on the 2023 draft . "He can really get off the ball," Hess said. 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. So rather than reach, why not take the top tight end in the class to give Josh Allen another target? Its been great for me, performance-wise. 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. "The balance and the power in short distances, I'm a big proponent of that," said Criswell, a former wrestling coach at Henrico High. The Buccaneers need some youth as they reload this roster, and the defensive line just isn't what it was a few years ago. I've been high on Fresno State quarterback Jake Haener for most of the draft cycle and want to acknowledge my guy, too. Lancers coach Tom Hall said the Terrapins were extremely high on Brown, and that he's been up in College Park since graduating. He is so quick to get off the line of scrimmage and get into blockers, and he has the power in his hands to get to the quarterback. He's possibly the most underrated player in this class and ended up No. Wake went 10-3 and reached the ACC title game this season. As a senior defensive back in 2015, Johnson deflected ten Tillman is big and physical at 6-foot-3 and 213 pounds, and he has a wide catch radius. "When you look at how big he is and how he runs, you can totally get what all the fuss is about," said Hess, who ranked Brown ahead of Claiborne because of the former's more imposing frame. 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. 2, in my opinion. His ability to change direction quickly is elite, one recruiter said. This is the 10th of 11 positional breakdowns leading up to the NFL Draft (April 27-29). Jimmy G will need a security blanket over the middle when opponents focus on taking away Davante Adams and Jakobi Meyers. 9 overall. And as good as he is in pass protection, the thing that jumps out on tape is his run-blocking range. And with his recognition skills, he can make plays on the ball. Upgrade to a Disney Bundle plan and start streaming something for everyone today! Howard came in on one-year deals, but I'm still banking on Mayer quickly developing a connection with new quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo. Brooks was selected by the Indianapolis Colts, who already have a great defense but could certainly use more young talent on the interior line. In 2021, he was an honorable mention to the All-Conference USA team. Ford, a 6-2, 190-pound cornerback, had nine interceptions in 2021, the most of any NCAA player at any level, plus 36 tackles in 13 games. New York was No. WebRichmond High School Football; Richmond Football. Woolfolk was called the wildcard of Virginias recruiting class because its hard to predict where the two-sport star will be in three years. A state champion and first team All-Metro heavyweight wrestler, one recruiter said he has the highest potential of anyone in this class because "he can do so many different things." "He's continuing to work, he's amazed every last person here in this program with his work ethic, how nice he is, how athletic he is, how big he is. Matoaca teammate Troy Lewis is committed there, too. Emmanuel Forbes, CB, Mississippi State (Round 1, No. But what I really love about this pick is what Miami can do with Achane in the pass game. He reroutes receivers off the line of scrimmage and has the recognition skills to break on the ball. Austin Hooper and O.J. It's tough to really nail a draft when you have five picks and nothing before No. He said the final choice was between UNC and Tech, where his father, Cavaliers coach Bryan Jennings, was a first-team all-Big East tight end. I really love his awareness and think he's going to be a high-level starter for a long time. God didn't make too many human beings that size. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. Jalen Carter, DT, Georgia (Round 1, No. 9 overall. At 5-foot-11 and 173 pounds, Addison is a small slot receiver who knows how to get separation, hits top speed in a flash and then displays the instincts necessary to create after the catch. 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. As a senior in high school, Smith was selected to the USA Today All-USA first team, MaxPreps All-America first team and was named 2018 Gatorade Player of the Year, VHSL Class 4 Defensive Player of the Year, and a finalist for the high school Butkus Award, among numerous other awards and accolades. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. The Patriots lined the team captain up outside, in the slot and in the backfield. Coleman played tight end, slot receiver and punter, and hes got a strong enough leg that he could punt in college if needed, Parker said. Bly said Greene excels at high-pointing the ball and has already wowed some coaches and teammates. 32 pick, but it knew the opportunity it had in staying put and taking Porter. ", Patrick Henry wide receiver / defensive back, 6-0, 185. "When you watch him play, you see what all the fuss is about," Hess said. So while I think the Trenton Simpson add in Round 3 was terrific value, there's just no arguing that Flowers was the team's top selection of the week. He transferred to Montana in 2020 and played the last two seasons for the Grizzlies. The Under Armour All-American set a Saints record for career touchdown catches with 25 and has already drawn praise from NFL receiver DeAndre Hopkins. 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. 84). Green was roughly 400 pounds when UNC started recruiting him, Bly said. He's not supposed to sit behind a cubicle. 11 overall prospect -- was tremendous. At 6-foot-5, he's a huge target with good hands, and no one is better in contested catch situations in this class. "His size, he's lean, he gets off the ball. Highland Springs edge rusher / linebacker, 6-4, 250. How do I keep bugs off my patio this spring? You can't tell me that wasn't part of the thinking for the Pats. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. New England re-signed Jonathan Jones to a two-year deal, so Gonzalez will line up opposite the 29-year-old. A dangerous one. Davis is a massive run-stopper, while Carter can get after the QB from the inside. He has all the physical traits to be a really reliable cover man in the NFL. Ford left school in December and has spent most of his time training in Miami since then. 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. Stats Updated. But the Commanders just landed the draft class' best ball hawk. Finding more options at inside linebacker has a trickle-down impact for the Cowboys. Harmon is the next great defensive back to come out of Highland Springs, following Malcolm Greene (Clemson) and KVon Wallace (Philadelphia Eagles). Cleveland traded for Elijah Moore this offseason, but I was still looking for it to add to the receiver room behind Amari Cooper. 17). Meet the 2023 All-Metro girls basketball team, led by a Lancer, a Rapid, a Gator, a Knight, a Skyhawk, and a Spartan. Byron Young, OLB, Tennessee (Round 3, No. Coaches like his speed, instinct, vision and good grades. Henderson missed his senior season because of the pandemic and enrolled at OSU in January. I always told my mom I wanted to be an NFL player. 4 in FBS for touchback percentage. Picks by College: Richmond All Draftees His frame allows him to compete with big receivers, but I could see him moving inside to a nickel role. Check out the highlights that contributed to Byron Young's career at Tennessee. (804) 649-6109. Kite is a versatile athlete who wrestled and played lacrosse at Deep Run. Two trades preceded this pick, and we need to consider that context. The Dukes are a good fit for Bostic, Criswell said. Renaissance Overview Research & Success Stories Events Get Started Resources Awards Use "Jefferson" instead of At 281 pounds, Kancey is a tweener, so he'll be at his best next to a true nose tackle. He competes. If there were 1A/1B favorite picks for the Steelers, I'm going with Wisconsin defensive tackle Keeanu Benton as the other standout. 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. Veterans such as Jason Kelce and Fletcher Cox will help him adjust to the NFL, and it's convenient that a chunk of the Georgia defense is in Philly with him. Let's get things rolling with the Cowboys and the NFC East.

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