2025 NFL Draft: Ranking the best available UDFAs

The best available prospects are pulled from the final PFF big board and will be updated throughout the 2025 NFL Draft.

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ED Jared Ivey, Mississippi

PFF Big Board Rank: 61

Ivey is a physically gifted player with devastating power in his hands to hold the point of attack and stack and shed consistently. He lacks the speed and lower body flexibility to be a speed threat as a 4-3 defensive end, so his best fit is likely more inside for a 3-4 front that would maximize his special strength every play.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
WR Xavier Restrepo, Miami (FL)

PFF Big Board Rank: 77

Restrepo brings a strong slot receiver skill set to the NFL, where his production, separation scores and great hands give him a high floor with WR2/WR3 potential despite some high-end athleticism and size limitations.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
ED Tyler Batty, BYU

PFF Big Board Rank: 116

Batty offers legit size and above-average explosiveness, making him a scheme-versatile defensive end capable of playing in both odd and even fronts. He's a high-floor, mid-round prospect with a real chance to carve out a starting role thanks to his motor and adaptability.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
CB Cobee Bryant, Kansas

PFF Big Board Rank: 118

Cobee Bryant, like his namesake, has a top-tier mentality to win at the position. His length helps him overcome a very slender build, but his lower mass and average movement skills likely limit him to off-zone coverage schemes. It's hard to not want this kind of competitor on your team, even in a depth role.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
TE Benjamin Yurosek, Georgia

PFF Big Board Rank: 119

Yurosek didn't see heavy usage in 2024, but he brings adequate all-around NFL ability for the position (best as a move tight end), especially if he can put on 5-10 pounds. He can be a versatile TE2 in basically any offense as a mid-round pick.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
S Sebastian Castro, Iowa

PFF Big Board Rank: 125

Castro is a savvy, smart slot defender whose lack of athleticism limits his projection at the next level. He shows some impressive tape in short areas and near the line of scrimmage, but asking him to play man coverage or operate with range is a gamble. At this point, he profiles more as a safety than a true corner.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
CB Mello Dotson, Kansas

PFF Big Board Rank: 126

Dotson is a steady, experienced cornerback with an adequate build for the position. His lack of true stickiness in coverage may limit him to more of a rotational or spot-starting role, but he has a place in the league, especially for teams that play more press and man coverage.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
WR Isaiah Bond, Texas

PFF Big Board Rank: 145

Bond's world-class speed will be coveted, likely in the top 50. But he needs to continue to grow as a receiver — not just a fast player — to remain on the field for more than vertical play calls.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
ED Kaimon Rucker, North Carolina

PFF Big Board Rank: 146

Rucker is a smart, sound outside linebacker-type of edge rusher who uses quick hands and natural leverage with purpose and effectiveness. Though he appears to have longer arms than his height would indicate, his naturally smaller frame, paired with athleticism that isn't top-tier, limits his ceiling. He is a dependable player who would do well to round out a depth chart as a pass-rush specialist in a 3-4 alignment.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
C Seth McLaughlin, Ohio State

PFF Big Board Rank: 147

McLaughlin's experience and toughness could be an asset to an offensive line room, but his status in 2025 will be in question due to his injury.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
G Willie Lampkin, North Carolina

PFF Big Board Rank: 149

Lampkin's size is certainly concerning and could relegate him back to center, where he played just one game over the past two seasons. His technique and determination should give him a chance to prove his worth in the NFL with five years of outstanding college tape under his belt.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
T Logan Brown, Kansas

PFF Big Board Rank: 150

Brown looks and grades like the kind of offensive tackle worth taking a chance on. He has an ideal athletic build for the position with great height, weight and length, and flashes power on contact and fluid movement skills. However, his fundamentals remain a work in progress — he plays too high, lunges into blocks and can misread run fits. Still, those issues appear coachable, making him a developmental tackle with upside.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
CB Zy Alexander, LSU

PFF Big Board Rank: 160

Alexander is a fundamentally sound cover cornerback whose limited athleticism will likely make him either a zone-specific cornerback or a potential safety convert due to how reliable he is when tackling and in run defense.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
T Brandon Crenshaw-Dickson, Florida

PFF Big Board Rank: 163

Crenshaw-Dickson is a long, experienced and patient player who played right and left tackle in college. He'll struggle against top-tier speed or power, but his calm approach to the game, length and balance give him a high floor to handle plenty of assignments as a backup NFL tackle, with a likely shot at a starting job in his rookie contract.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
G Luke Kandra, Cincinnati

PFF Big Board Rank: 171

Kandra's athleticism and measured approach to the game give him the floor of a solid zone scheme backup and an average starter's ceiling. The end result will depend on his ability to play with better pad level and flexibility.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
CB Alijah Huzzie, North Carolina

PFF Big Board Rank: 176

Huzzie doesn't have the long speed to hold up as a wide corner in the NFL — where he spent most of his time in 2024 — but his instincts and short-area quickness stand out. He looked more comfortable in 2023 playing inside, and he could develop into a rotational or spot starter at slot corner for a zone-heavy defense.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
WR Andrew Armstrong, Arkansas

PFF Big Board Rank: 179

Armstrong brings impressive size and reliable hands to the table, showcasing his skills with an elite 89.4 receiving grade in SEC play. While he's not the most dynamic separator or after-the-catch threat, his production and physical profile make him a solid Day 3 draft candidate.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
DI Jared Harrison-Hunte, SMU

PFF Big Board Rank: 183

Harrison-Hunte is an intriguing prospect to develop, considering he has the frame to fill out and flashes very good athleticism (4.86-second 40-yard dash, 1.69-second 10-yard split). He needs to improve his pad level, but he uses his athleticism effectively to defeat blocks at the line of scrimmage, posting 44 pressures with eight sacks in 2024.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
TE Jake Briningstool, Clemson

PFF Big Board Rank: 191

Briningstool seems to be more of a wide receiver than a tight end. If he can improve his route-running nuance and playmaker mentality after the catch, he could become a big slot WR3 type. Until then, he is more of a developmental depth player.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
WR Samuel Brown, Miami (FL)

PFF Big Board Rank: 192

The Houston transfer didn't make the same splash as fellow former Cougar Matthew Golden, but Brown still offers intriguing NFL traits. With a solid size/speed profile and above-average separation skills, he has developmental potential — though he'll need to improve his release package and physicality at the catch point to earn a roster spot.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
CB O'Donnell Fortune, South Carolina

PFF Big Board Rank: 195

Fortune has intriguing length but lacks the top-tier explosiveness for press-man responsibilities. He possesses good lateral movements and aggressive hands for a rotational and spot-starter projection as a Cover-3 cornerback.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
ED R.J. Oben, Notre Dame

PFF Big Board Rank: 196

Oben won't blow you away with athleticism as a pass rusher, but he's a solid, disciplined run defender with long arms and flashes of quick, efficient hand usage that allow him to win cleanly at times. As a six-year player, he'll be one of the older prospects in this year's class.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
G Tyler Cooper, Minnesota

PFF Big Board Rank: 202

Cooper has the potential to be at least a backup for a team with an outside zone-based running game. His strength development will be crucial to any further success considering his lack of length and average athleticism.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
WR Elijhah Badger, Florida

PFF Big Board Rank: 203

Badger is an outside receiver who did his damage in the intermediate area with an average depth of target of 17.3 yards, which ranks fifth in the draft class among wide receivers with at least 50 targets. The sticky-handed Badger didn't drop a single pass on his 61 targets in 2024.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
ED Jah Joyner, Minnesota

PFF Big Board Rank: 204

With his height and length, Joyner profiles well as a potential 3-4 defensive end in odd-front alignments. To thrive in that role, he'll need to add weight and improve his core strength to hold up at the point of attack. Despite an impressive 40-time at the combine, his game lacks the speed and flexibility to consistently win as a one-on-one pass rusher.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
C Jake Majors, Texas

PFF Big Board Rank: 209

With over 3,700 career snaps under his belt, Majors is as experienced as any player in this draft. He's also earned an 80.0-plus pass-blocking grade in three consecutive seasons and allowed just one sack in four years as a starter. He may not add much in the run game, but sound centers with his level of big game experience usually get a chance to claim a backup job.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
HB Marcus Yarns, Delaware

PFF Big Board Rank: 213

Yarns is a small-school, small-frame backfield playmaker who wins with good long speed and impressive quickness. He can make defenders miss in a phone booth but won't provide much production after contact in the NFL. He is a Day 3 scatback type of player who brings some plus value in the receiving game.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
S Maxen Hook, Toledo

PFF Big Board Rank: 218

Hook may lack the top-end athleticism to profile as a starting-caliber safety, but his snap versatility and physicality give him a strong foundation to become a standout special-teams player.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
TE Caden Priestkorn, Ole Miss

PFF Big Board Rank: 223

Prieskorn has the build of an NFL tight end with strong hands and a competitive toughness to catch through contact. As a limited athlete, his best course of action will likely pack on a few more pounds to be a backup inline option for an NFL team as a TE3 with spot TE2 potential.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
CB Nikko Reed, Oregon

PFF Big Board Rank: 224

Reed has a high football IQ with strong recognition and anticipation skills, and his 89.9 run-defense grade in 2024 shows he's not afraid to stick his nose in as a tackler despite a smaller frame. However, his limited athleticism caps his ceiling, making him best suited as a preferred depth option in the secondary.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
WR Nick Nash, San Jose State

PFF Big Board Rank: 228

Nash was highly productive in 2024, and he was more than just a high-volume receiver. His impressive footwork, route running and releases make him an intriguing mid-round option as a big slot receiver.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
QB Max Brosmer, Minnesota

PFF Big Board Rank: 232

Brosmer lacks NFL size and overall arm talent, but he's quick on his feet, physically and mentally, and makes for an intriguing late-round backup option.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
S Dean Clark, Fresno State

PFF Big Board Rank: 233

Clark lacks difference-making NFL explosiveness and acceleration, but he is an experienced and versatile safety prospect who can be a valuable depth player as a strong safety and can operate in a two-high safety system.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
WR Antwane Wells Jr., Mississippi

PFF Big Board Rank: 235

Wells put out NFL-level tape at South Carolina and James Madison but looked far from an impactful NFL player in his final year at Ole Miss. While he is worth drafting, his approach might need a total reset when he gets to the NFL.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
TE Jalin Conyers, Texas Tech

PFF Big Board Rank: 236

Conyers moves well for a 260-pounder. His 32 forced missed tackles are the fourth-most by an FBS tight end since 2022. He also ranked among the nation's best tight ends with an 80.1 run-blocking grade in 2024. His acceleration is a bit slower than his top-end speed, and he needs to continue to improve blocking on the first level, but Conyers could be a nice developmental option to stash away.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
DI Junior Tafuna, Utah

PFF Big Board Rank: 237

Tafuna is a linebacker-to-defensive tackle convert who brings unique quickness and first-step agility to the defensive tackle position. Overall, he likely lacks the build and strength to be a full-time starter but should hold up as a Day 3 depth player.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
HB Raheim Sanders, South Carolina

PFF Big Board Rank: 240

Sanders has the size and production to be a three-down back, which he showcased with two SEC programs. Vision and tempo drive his game, showing up massively in short-yardage situations (79.5% conversion rate). His flaws with ball security and pass protection will hinder his ability to see the field if not fixed.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
HB Corey Kiner, Cincinnati

PFF Big Board Rank: 242

Kiner's physical running style and ability to break tackles make him a strong early-down option in a committee backfield. His 82 missed tackles forced and 39 runs of 10-plus yards both ranked in the top 10 in the FBS last season, though his limited impact in the passing game caps his three-down potential.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
LB Jay Higgins, Iowa

PFF Big Board Rank: 243

Higgins is an incredibly smart and productive player who has maximized his talent to the fullest while at Iowa. His 92.2 overall grade and 94.5 coverage grade since 2022 both rank among the elite FBS players at the position. Unfortunately, Higgins' lack of size and speed means he must be perfect with his technique and reads. That lack of tools could be magnified in the NFL and limit him to a depth/special-teams role.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
WR Theo Wease, Missouri

PFF Big Board Rank: 244

Wease is a big-bodied receiver with strong hands, but he's a below-average athlete who struggles separating one-on-one. He does a nice job of finding the soft spot in zone coverage and could be a depth piece for a receiving corps.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
WR Efton Chism III, Eastern Washington

PFF Big Board Rank: 246

Chism dominated FCS competition this year on his way to a 92.6 receiving grade. His quick feet and instincts after the catch give him a chance to stick on a team searching for slot production in the late rounds.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
Dl Cam Horsley, Boston College

PFF Big Board Rank: 248

Horsley is a stout run stopper with below-average height and length. His 87.0 run-defense grade is a top-20 mark among FBS defensive tackles since 2023.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
TE CJ Dippre, Alabama

PFF Big Board Rank: 250

Dippre is a nasty downhill blocker with solid upper body strength. He could garner the occasional red-zone target (92..5 receiving grade against single coverage; 79th percentile) but likely won't see consistent action in the passing game. His mean streak as a blocker gives him a chance to stick as somebody's TE3.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
DI Simeon Barrow Jr., Miami (FL)

PFF Big Board Rank: 253

Barrow's flashes at Miami came when he could rely on his unique quickness to win immediately off the snap, particularly against interior linemen. That won't be as easy in the NFL, where his struggles against the run could get exposed if used in the same way. He'll likely get a shot as a depth interior pass-rush specialist, but adding strength will be key to sticking on a roster.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
WR Kobe Hudson, UCF

PFF Big Board Rank: 255

Hudson brings point guard-like movement to the receiver position and makes for a fun watch due to his short-area quickness. But his limited long speed and questionable catch rate likely make him a mid-round projection.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
QB Brady Cook, Missouri

PFF Big Board Rank: 257

Cook is a tough pocket passer who has enough mobility to move the chains with his legs. He saw a slight dip in his accuracy in 2024 but also turned in a career-best 1.0% turnover-worthy play rate. Cook struggles the most when trying to throw through pressure and often decides to run before going through his progressions. With proper pass protection, he could be a capable backup, but there is a limited ceiling.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
WR Beaux Collins, Notre Dame

PFF Big Board Rank: 261

Collins is a big target at 6-foot-3 and 201 pounds, but his production has yet to live up to his size. He dropped seven passes in 2024 and will need to clean up those issues to contribute to an NFL wide receiver room.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
LB Jamon Dumas-Johnson, Kentucky

PFF Big Board Rank: 263

Dumas-Johnson is a former four-star recruit who was a part of Georgia's back-to-back national title teams in 2021 and 2022. He spent his final season at Kentucky, where he continued to produce defending the run but struggled to a 54.7 coverage grade. Dumas-Johnson could be a late-round, early-down option for a team that needs to improve against the run.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
WR Traeshon Holden, Oregon

PFF Big Board Rank: 264

Holden flashes impressive route-running nuance, showing the ability to sink and separate — highlighted by a 95th percentile separation score against single coverage in 2024. However, as a fifth-year player with limited production and minimal impact after the catch, he'll need to expand that part of his game to carve out a role at the next level.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
T Hollin Pierce, Rutgers

PFF Big Board Rank: 267

Pierce is an interesting player with an enticing frame. He improved in each of his college seasons, though he will likely always battle with his high pad level and lack of bend.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
HB Montrell Johnson Jr., Florida

PFF Big Board Rank: 268

Johnson is a physical player with a consistent play style that aligns with what most NFL teams seek in a depth or practice squad running back — reliability and effort with some plus third-down attributes. He may never be a lead back, but he could serve as a dependable rotational player who provides a steady presence between the tackles.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
S Akili Arnold, USC

PFF Big Board Rank: 269

Arnold broke out at Oregon State in 2023 with an 87.1 coverage grade but couldn't quite replicate that in his lone year at USC this past season. He plays with proper aggression but lacks the requisite speed and fluidity in coverage. His best path to an NFL roster could be on special teams, where he has well over 500 snaps of college experience.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
S Malik Verdon, Iowa State

PFF Big Board Rank: 270

Verdon is a well-built box safety who’s most effective near the line of scrimmage. However, he spends too much time reacting rather than anticipating, which limits his impact. Sharpening his instincts and play recognition will be key to carving out a spot on an NFL roster.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
HB Ja'Quinden Jackson, Arkansas

PFF Big Board Rank: 272

Jackson has ideal measurables but limited experience as a quarterback-turned-running back. He's worth a Day 3 flier, but he will likely need time to develop before coaches trust him with significant rotational volume.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
LB Karene Reid, Utah

PFF Big Board Rank: 274

Reid's father, Spencer, played linebacker in the NFL, and you can see that he passed down his knowledge of the position to his son (87th percentile run-defense grade in 2024). Karene Reid has excellent instincts to go along with a motor that just won't quit, though his below-average size and lateral quickness may limit him to being just a special teamer at the next level.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
WR Will Sheppard, Colorado

PFF Big Board Rank: 276

Sheppard had four productive years at Vanderbilt before transferring to Colorado for his fifth and final season. He struggled separating one-on-one while with the Buffaloes, as his separation rate against single coverage ranked in the first percentile among FBS wideouts. That's mainly due to his lack of speed and play strength, which will likely limit him to being a depth piece at best for a team.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
G Timothy McKay, North Carolina State

PFF Big Board Rank: 278

McKay is one of the more experienced interior offensive linemen in this class, having started for three years at right tackle and right guard for the Wolfpack. He had his best year yet this past season, earning a 70.5 PFF grade. McKay has good size and athleticism on the interior, though it hasn't quite translated to dominant play after six years in college.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
S Alijah Clark, Syracuse

PFF Big Board Rank: 279

Clark is a flexible coverage player with over 500 career snaps as a free safety, box safety and slot defender. He's highly competitive with a quick downhill trigger. His wiry build leads to issues with tackling and run defense, which could lead to something more of a sub-package/special teams role

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
LB Jailin Walker, Indiana

PFF Big Board Rank: 280

Walker was one of many former James Madison Dukes who followed head coach Curt Cignetti to Indiana, and the jump in competition didn't seem to affect him. Walker earned an 82.7 PFF grade, showing off elite speed and burst for the position as a downhill player. His lack of size is a problem when taking on blocks, and he isn't the most agile in coverage either, but Walker can be an impact special teamer who comes in to spell the starting linebackers.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
G Joshua Gray, Oregon State

PFF Big Board Rank: 281

Gray is an incredibly experienced lineman, starting the last five years for the Beavers. Four of those seasons were spent at left tackle before he kicked inside to left guard in 2024. That move was helpful for his NFL projection because he has poor length, even for a guard. Gray has elite movement ability, which should translate well to an outside-zone-heavy scheme (16.5% run-blocking positively graded play rate in 2024; 77th percentile).

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
C Eli Cox, Kentucky

PFF Big Board Rank: 282

Final scouting report coming soon!

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
CB Fentrell Cypress II, Florida State

PFF Big Board Rank: 283

Cypress' two years at Florida State were never quite as dominant as his 2022 season at Virginia when he posted an 87.8 grade, but he could be a solid corner in a zone defense due to his smooth movement ability and instincts in coverage. He'll need to develop his play strength to be trusted in man coverage, though.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
G Clay Webb, Jacksonville State

PFF Big Board Rank: 285

Webb is a grinder who has the athleticism and attitude to give himself a chance in the run game. His short arms and mediocre strength could cap his ceiling in pass protection.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
LB Eugene Asante, Auburn

PFF Big Board Rank: 288

Asante is a fast, athletic linebacker who played both inside and outside linebacker positions in college. However, he is on the thin side at 223 pounds. His 84.2 PFF pass-rushing grade ranks fifth in the draft class.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
ED Ethan Downs, Oklahoma

PFF Big Board Rank: 289

Downs is a very strong player who's stout against the run, earning an 83.0 run-defense grade since 2022. He has poor length, which makes it difficult for him to disengage from blocks, and he lacks the explosiveness to consistently win outside.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
T Xavier Truss, Georgia

PFF Big Board Rank: 290

Truss started three years at Georgia, playing his first season at left guard before moving out to right tackle for the last two. His 71.7 pass-blocking grade in 2024 was his best mark in those three years. Truss likely needs to play guard at the next level due to his slower footwork, but he's a competitive player with plenty of experience.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
LB Gaethan Bernadel, Stanford

PFF Big Board Rank: 291

Bernadel has been a starter at Stanford for two years after transferring in from FIU. He was a solid player this past season, earning 70.0-plus grades both as a run defender and in coverage. He has poor size and athletic traits for the position, though, and will likely need to be an impact special teamer to make a roster.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
ED Johnny Walker Jr., Missouri

PFF Big Board Rank: 293

Walker has below-average size and athleticism, but he's coming off a career-best 80.1 PFF grade and has plenty of moves in his pass-rushing toolbox. He projects as a designated pass-rusher early and could be a contributor on special teams.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
QB Seth Henigan, Memphis

PFF Big Board Rank: 295

Henigan is a four-year starter at Memphis who has earned 80.0-plus PFF grades in the last three seasons. He won't wow you with his physical tools, but Henigan moves through progressions well and is worth a look as a potential backup.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
DI Desmond Watson, Florida

PFF Big Board Rank: 296

Watson tips the scales at a staggering 465 pounds — likely making him the heaviest player to ever appear in pro football. While he doesn't offer much as a pass rusher (just a 6.3% win rate in 2024), his sheer mass helped him earn an 80.1 run-defense grade, and if he's in good enough shape, his rare size alone could earn him a roster spot.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
LB Greg Penn III, LSU

PFF Big Board Rank: 297

Penn was a three-year starter for the Tigers who is a smart player overall and a reliable tackler (7.5% missed tackle rate in 2024; 86th percentile). However, he lacks size and is a below-average athlete overall. He projects as a special teamer in the NFL.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
LB Aaron Smith, South Carolina State

PFF Big Board Rank: 298

Smith made strides in his game in 2024, showcasing his quick downhill trigger and lateral quickness in the run game (86.5 PFF run-defense grade). That same trigger gets him into trouble, as he can overrun plays and struggle to disengage blocks once latched. He projects as a Will linebacker but deficiencies in coverage and recognition will leave him fighting for a roster spot.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
HB Lan Larison, UC Davis

PFF Big Board Rank: 299

Final scouting report coming soon!

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
ED Elijah Alston, Miami (FL)

PFF Big Board Rank: 300

After an impressive season at Marshall in 2023, Alston transferred to Miami, where his season was cut short due to injury but not before showing some flashes as an all-around 3-4 outside linebacker. He notched a 73.0-plus grade defending the run, in coverage, and as a pass-rusher, showing a solid baseline to produce against better competition.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
WR Zakhari Franklin, Illinois

PFF Big Board Rank: 301

Franklin isn't an explosive athlete but maintains a good understanding of the fundamentals. A creative route runner with a wide catch radius and big hands (91st percentile) to fight through press and contact at the catch point. He can be a solid possession receiver but struggles to win outside and create after the catch.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
G Marcus Wehr, Montana State

PFF Big Board Rank: 302

An FCS standout that wins with strength. Wehr maintains an excellent grading profile, allowing just nine pressures (zero sacks) across over 700 pass sets. He can win in a zone scheme, evidenced by his 92.7 PFF grade running the concept. Issues with length will limit his ceiling, and his lack of FBS competition will leave questions regarding his floor at the next level.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
S Aubrey Burks, West Virginia

PFF Big Board Rank: 303

Injuries marred Burks in 2024, but his 2022-2023 tape and grading profile show a versatile safety with great zone instincts (97th percentile in zone coverage grade). Maintains a solid athletic profile but lacks elite traits and size that show up with inconsistency in coverage and as a tackler.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
CB Tommi Hill, Nebraska

PFF Big Board Rank: 304

Hill played both sides of the ball for much of his career before settling on the defensive side of the ball. He brings intriguing size at corner, matched with his physicality, but lacks fluidity and sound footwork. Despite being a former receiver, he didn't showcase ball skills (35th percentile forced incompletion rate) either, which will limit his looks.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
CB Shamari Simmons, Arizona State

PFF Big Board Rank: 306

After a good showing in his first two seasons at Austin Peay, Simmons was a mixed bag at Arizona State. He is a downhill initiator with tenacity in the run game (91.6 PFF grade). Anticipation and route recognition in coverage are issues that prompted his move from safety to full-time slot cornerback. That didn't result in a notable improvement (73.2% open-target rate), though.

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
TE Brant Kuithe, Utah

PFF Big Board Rank: 308

Six collegiate seasons at Utah and an extensive injury history will leave Kuithe off many boards. When healthy, he shows up as a capable receiving option, albeit an undersized one. However, he separates well (96th percentile) and is a mover with the ball in his hands. He could find a home as a move tight end/flanker/big slot option in the later rounds.

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WR Roc Taylor, Memphis

PFF Big Board Rank: 309

Taylor benefits from prototypical size but lacks many of the nuanced tools that separate true playmakers at the position. He plays with strength through the catch point (99th-percentile contested catch rate), but that power doesn't show up against press, where he can easily be knocked off pace and fail to separate.

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WR Jackson Meeks, Syracuse

PFF Big Board Rank: 310

Meeks struggled to find his way onto the field during his first three years at Georgia but found his rhythm after transferring to Syracuse. He showcases solid ball tracking and play strength (21 contested catches in 2024), but that can also be attributed to his difficulties separating. His solid special teams profile could earn him time on an NFL roster.

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WR Bru McCoy, Tennessee

PFF Big Board Rank: 311

Off-field issues at USC resulted in McCoy's transfer to Tennessee. He is a physically imposing receiver with plenty of tools and traits, but limited flexibility hinders his route-running ability, resulting in a lack of route diversity. He can win on vertical stems and in-breaks but shouldn't be asked to do more.

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CB Jabbar Muhammad, Oregon

PFF Big Board Rank: 312

While Muhammad doesn't possess the size/length or fluidity teams look for, that hasn't hindered his consistency. He earned a 71.0-plus PFF coverage grade in each of his three seasons as a starter (for three different programs). Inconsistent footwork and route recognition can leave him playing catch-up in zone coverage, limiting his scheme outlook to primarily bump and run.

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LB Shaun Dolac, Buffalo

PFF Big Board Rank: 313

Dolac doesn't have the prototypical build of an NFL linebacker and lacks the twitch to be a reliable second-level defender at the next level. However, his admirable journey and determination to reach this point could make him a late-round pick or priority UDFA signing.

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T Trey Wedig, Indiana

PFF Big Board Rank: 314

Wedig floated around the offensive line before finding a home at right tackle in 2024, where he produced his best work (85.7 PFF overall grade). His solid footwork and play strength are assets in pass sets and help him reach landmarks in the run game. He can get into trouble with his punch at times, leading to poor block sustainability.

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DI Howard Cross III, Notre Dame

PFF Big Board Rank: 315

Cross, the son of Super Bowl-winning tight end Howard Cross Jr., is an undersized defensive tackle who can be easily eaten up by size if blockers get good hands to him, but he maintains a solid profile with natural leverage and disruptive capability. He wasn't quite as consistent in 2024, but his 90.1 PFF overall grade in 2023 shows his potential as both a run defender (83.3) and a pass rusher (89.8).

Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
QB Payton Thorne, Auburn

PFF Big Board Rank: 316

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Three-year grades and scouting report: Available in the PFF big board
S Shilo Sanders, Colorado

PFF Big Board Rank: 317

Despite lacking the athleticism his father, Deion Sanders, showcased on Sundays, Shilo possesses physicality that shows up when coming downhill against the run or delivering hits in coverage. However, he often looks for the hit stick and fails to wrap up, leading to high missed tackle rates (13.4% in 2024). His football IQ is visible in his anticipation in coverage, but his poor footwork can cause issues with acting on reads with fluidity.

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LB David Gbenda, Texas

PFF Big Board Rank: 319

Despite six seasons at Texas, Gbenda was largely a role player, clocking just over 1,100 defensive snaps. His 87th-percentile or better marks in PFF run-defense grade and run-stop rate show a baseline to build on in run fits, but his struggles scraping and finishing tackles (12.7% missed tackle rate) will likely leave him in the undrafted range.

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S De'Rickey Wright, Vanderbilt

PFF Big Board Rank: 320

Wright possesses a high-percentile build at the position (6-foot-3 and 213 pounds), which may afford him some looks at the next level, but a middling athletic profile may lead to a position change to dime linebacker. He maintains a solid feel for zone coverage (86th percentile) but doesn't possess the ball skills to be a difference-maker on the back end. He could sneak into the later rounds as a safety convert and special teams contributor.

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DI Thor Griffith, Louisville

PFF Big Board Rank: 321

After three dominant seasons at Harvard — with an 89.0-plus PFF grade in each season — Griffith made his way to Louisville, where he showcased similar prowess as a run defender (84.0 PFF grade). He approaches the run game with power and violence. He plays with natural leverage but stands a bit undersized. Griffith has work to do to develop as a pass rusher but can latch on with an NFL team as a rotational nose tackle.

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S CJ Taylor, Vanderbilt

PFF Big Board Rank: 322

Taylor is a natural athlete with a multi-sport background, having competed at a high level in football, basketball, and baseball. His versatility allows him to line up at both free and strong safety, but he often reacts rather than anticipates, leading to inconsistent play. That lack of anticipation shows up in his tackling, as he posted a missed tackle rate near 20% across his college career.

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DI Joe Evans, UTSA

PFF Big Board Rank: 323

Evans began his career at LSU before landing at UTSA. A season-ending injury in 2024 limited him to five games, but in 2023, he posted an elite 91.2 PFF run-defense grade.

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WR Da'Quan Felton, Virginia Tech

PFF Big Board Rank: 324

Felton is a big target at 6-foot-5 and 213 pounds but is a bit of a projection due to his limited route tree in college. He was frequently targeted on short hitch routes and dropped five passes in 2024.

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DI Eric Gregory, Arkansas

PFF Big Board Rank: 325

Gregory enjoyed back-to-back seasons with strong PFF grades against the run, earning an 82.3 mark in 2024 and an 81.2 figure in 2023.

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DI Nazir Stackhouse, Georgia

PFF Big Board Rank: 326

At 6-foot-4 and 327 pounds, Stackhouse is a big, strong presence in the middle of the defensive line. He earned an 83.1 PFF run-defense grade in 2024.

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T Esa Pole, Washington State

PFF Big Board Rank: 327

Pole didn't allow a sack in 2024 and let up only three quarterback hits and six hurries on 498 pass-blocking snaps. His 85.8 PFF pass-blocking grade ranks eighth in the draft class.

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WR Joey Hobert, Texas State

PFF Big Board Rank: 328

Hobert played 92% of his snaps in the slot at Texas State. He dropped only one of his 92 targets in 2024.

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HB Donovan Edwards, Michigan

PFF Big Board Rank: 329

Edwards broke off a number of huge runs during his Michigan career, but he struggled with his vision and tackle-breaking ability. In 2024, he averaged just 0.13 forced missed tackles per attempt, barely beating out his 2023 figure of 0.12. He also faltered in pass protection, posting a 29.8 PFF grade in the category last season. He has flashed some skills as a receiver, but in such a deep class, his best outcome may be as a priority free agent who can pick a team that will consider a switch to receiver for him.

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