2021 American Athletic Conference NFL Draft Prospect Rankings
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
19 |
|
6-4
260lbs
4.80
|
LB |
|
260lbs | 6-4 | 4.80 | 3 | 30 |
90.0
|
One of the top 5 edge players in the 2021 draft Zaven is expected to hear his name called towards the end of the first or early in the... |
86 |
|
6-4
274lbs
5.29
|
OT |
|
274lbs | 6-4 | 5.29 | 72 | 260.7 |
77.0
|
Anchors against larger defenders in the middle; resets hands to maintain distance. Athletic enough to help on nose tackle then pick up... |
114 |
|
5-11
195lbs
4.42
|
RB |
|
195lbs | 5-11 | 4.42 | 4 | 83.8 |
71.0
|
Flashes initial burst and good lateral quickness to sidestep defenders or bounce runs outside with very good foot quickness. Displays very... |
163 |
|
6-3
255lbs
4.59
|
DE |
|
255lbs | 6-3 | 4.59 | 41 | 189.2 |
66.0
|
Flashes strength at the point of attack with active, violent hand use. Forceful with his upper body to defeat blocks. Strong hustle... |
182 |
|
5-9
174lbs
4.48
|
WR |
|
174lbs | 5-9 | 4.48 | 34 | 206.2 |
65.0
|
Often used on deep routes, getting separation down the sideline or over the middle on crossing routes by extending his arms rather than... |
185 |
|
6-3
200lbs
4.57
|
WR |
|
200lbs | 6-3 | 4.57 | 52 | 270 |
65.0
|
Has long arms to stiff-arm defensive backs in the open field. Willing to lower his pads to run through tackles for extra yardage. Goes... |
234 |
|
6-5
220lbs
4.64
|
WR |
|
220lbs | 6-5 | 4.64 | 71 | 349 |
63.0
|
Physical player able to get off press coverage to release up the sideline or position himself inside the cornerback on slants and crossing... |
231 |
|
6-6
307lbs
5.33
|
DT |
|
307lbs | 6-6 | 5.33 | 66 | 274 |
63.0
|
Tall, solid frame with adequate length and has done a nice job losing the bad weight and firming his body. Can make the impressive... |
250 |
|
6-0
220lbs
4.62
|
RB |
|
220lbs | 6-0 | 4.62 | 33 | 318.4 |
62.0
|
Shows a surprising burst to beat linebackers to the edge. Can plant his foot in the ground and explode, showing better straight-line speed... |
255 |
|
6-3
227lbs
4.95
|
QB |
|
227lbs | 6-3 | 4.95 | 30 | 426 |
62.0
|
Good (not elite) arm strength and can easily make all the NFL throws with effortless deep passes. Enough arm strength to drive the ball... |
270 |
|
6-3
210lbs
4.55
|
WR |
|
210lbs | 6-3 | 4.55 | 38 | 217.2 |
61.0
|
Has a knack for getting open and is a quarterback's best friend - passers just need to toss the ball in his area and he'll come down with... |
277 |
|
6-2
225lbs
4.65
|
LB |
|
225lbs | 6-2 | 4.65 | 88 | 550 |
61.0
|
Intelligent player who can play "MIKE" linebacker despite his lack of size because of his instincts and ability to find the ball in... |
287 |
|
5-10
185lbs
4.63
|
WR |
|
185lbs | 5-10 | 4.63 | 142 |
60.0
|
Does a nice job locating and tracking deep passes and is a legitimate vertical threat. Willing to go up and attack the ball. Has a knack... | |
334 |
|
6-1
190lbs
4.56
|
CB |
|
190lbs | 6-1 | 4.56 | 142 | 532.7 |
59.0
|
Alert defender for zone coverage, showing good understanding of route progressions occurring behind him and a quick burst downhill to... |
329 |
|
6-7
255lbs
4.71
|
OLB |
|
255lbs | 6-7 | 4.71 | 20 | 133.1 |
59.0
|
He has good reaction skills and awareness. Forceful tackler vs. the run. Quick to read run, showing good agility and speed to get past... |
337 |
|
6-4
252lbs
4.86
|
DE |
|
252lbs | 6-4 | 4.86 | 126 | 638.5 |
59.0
|
Challenges inside with quickness and strong hands. Run-and-chase defender who can leave a mark. Aggressive with good awareness to track... |
327 |
|
6-5
217lbs
5.02
|
QB |
|
217lbs | 6-5 | 5.02 | 51 |
59.0
|
Sees the field very well when the play breaks down and occasionally changes plays at the line. Athletic quarterback who is a threat to... | |
333 |
|
6-1
297lbs
5.12
|
DL |
|
297lbs | 6-1 | 5.12 | 103 | 484 |
59.0
|
Short, stumpy build so he typically wins the leverage battle. When he does so, Chapman can be tough to move, even showing the ability to... |
360 |
|
6-0
265lbs
4.85
|
DL |
|
265lbs | 6-0 | 4.85 | 161 |
58.0
|
Plays with leverage at the point of attack whether inside or outside. Keeps eyes in the backfield when inside; moves linemen to either... | |
366 |
|
6-3
210lbs
4.99
|
QB |
|
210lbs | 6-3 | 4.99 | 32 | 457.8 |
58.0
|
Athletic quarterback who is a threat to leave the pocket and gain positive yardage at any time. Possesses very good vision balance,... |
384 |
|
5-11
180lbs
4.55
|
CB |
|
180lbs | 5-11 | 4.55 | 227 |
57.0
|
Alert defender for zone coverage, showing good understanding of route progressions occurring behind him and a quick burst downhill to... | |
421 |
|
6-1
190lbs
4.47
|
WR |
|
190lbs | 6-1 | 4.47 | 70 | 335 |
56.0
|
Has the strong hands any NFL wide receiver coach and quarterback would covet. Tracks the deep ball over either shoulder and brings in... |
429 |
|
6-3
236lbs
4.79
|
DE |
|
236lbs | 6-3 | 4.79 | 173 |
55.0
|
Vision to locate the ball and recognize cut blocks. Can rip past blockers and pull down ballcarriers when he cannot fully disengage from... | |
438 |
|
6-2
285lbs
5.21
|
C |
|
285lbs | 6-2 | 5.21 | 227 |
55.0
|
Gets everything out of his adequate size and frame with good length. Added bulk to his frame and flashes functional strength to get a good... | |
464 |
|
5-10
216lbs
4.55
|
RB |
|
216lbs | 5-10 | 4.55 | 97 |
54.0
|
Doesn't possess elite breakaway speed, but is fast enough to gain yardage in chunks when he finds a seam. A quick, smooth athlete with... | |
459 |
|
6-0
200lbs
4.56
|
CB |
|
200lbs | 6-0 | 4.56 |
54.0
|
Physical downfield and matches up well with bigger receivers. Tough and fiery with very good competitiveness. High-effort player. Strong... | ||
472 |
|
5-9
180lbs
4.56
|
CB |
|
180lbs | 5-9 | 4.56 | 256 |
54.0
|
A coordinated athlete with good footwork and balance. A heady cover player with above-average · feel and anticipation in space. Has at... | |
478 |
|
6-1
202lbs
4.62
|
S |
|
202lbs | 6-1 | 4.62 | 183 | 822.5 |
54.0
|
Does a nice job using his eyes to read and react quickly. Smart, disciplined defender who makes plays on the ball and contesting... |
462 |
|
6-0
180lbs
4.63
|
S |
|
180lbs | 6-0 | 4.63 | 248 |
54.0
|
Good instincts and anticipation reads and reacts with discipline. Dangerous with the ball in his hands. | |
469 |
|
6-2
215lbs
4.78
|
S |
|
215lbs | 6-2 | 4.78 | 159 |
54.0
|
Reads the quarterback to anticipate and is a candidate to play outside. A bit stiff but makes the clean open-field tackle. Good effort in... | |
461 |
|
6-1
305lbs
5.13
|
DL |
|
305lbs | 6-1 | 5.13 | 184 |
54.0
|
Lower than offensive lineman on every short-yardage play. Good agility and ability to change direction for his size. Short, stumpy build... | |
470 |
|
6-1
290lbs
5.13
|
DL |
|
290lbs | 6-1 | 5.13 | 147 |
54.0
|
Provides some secondary interior pass rush, getting most penetration when playing three technique. Rarely goes to the ground, showing... | |
471 |
|
6-4
300lbs
5.41
|
C |
|
300lbs | 6-4 | 5.41 | 215 |
54.0
|
Awareness is above-average for his limited experience. Sells trap block and can turn to seal. Fluid getting to and adjust at the second... | |
493 |
|
6-1
190lbs
4.48
|
CB |
|
190lbs | 6-1 | 4.48 | 249 |
53.0
|
A coordinated athlete with good footwork and balance. A heady cover player with above-average · feel and anticipation in space. Trusts... | |
501 |
|
5-9
190lbs
4.53
|
RB |
|
190lbs | 5-9 | 4.53 | 91 |
53.0
|
Has the feet and feel running between the tackles and in the open field. He has very good vision and patience to pick through... | |
527 |
|
6-0
198lbs
4.63
|
S |
|
198lbs | 6-0 | 4.63 | 250 |
53.0
|
Strong enough to redirect receivers at the line and camouflage his average speed. Physical downfield and matches up well with bigger... | |
500 |
|
6-0
210lbs
4.63
|
S |
|
210lbs | 6-0 | 4.63 | 262 |
53.0
|
Flashes some physicality as a hitter. Physical hitter and aggressive tackler with natural strength and good timing. Good instincts and... | |
515 |
|
6-1
223lbs
4.67
|
LB |
|
223lbs | 6-1 | 4.67 | 153 |
53.0
|
Can attack the edge with speed and has the flexibility to dip low and under the tackle's reach. Work in progress as a pass rusher, with... | |
489 |
|
6-1
225lbs
4.82
|
LB |
|
225lbs | 6-1 | 4.82 | 165 |
53.0
|
An aggressive run defender, filling run lanes hard, and won't shy from contact. Plays with violence to fight off blocks, flashing a... | |
547 |
|
6-4
250lbs
4.83
|
TE |
|
250lbs | 6-4 | 4.83 | 21 | 235 |
53.0
|
He is a highly competitive player and quickly gets to the perimeter, blocking well in space and at the second level. Knee-bend and... |
498 |
|
6-4
255lbs
4.99
|
DE |
|
255lbs | 6-4 | 4.99 | 190 |
53.0
|
More of a hustling pass rusher than an accomplished or natural one, he'll make his mark as a fifth or sixth defensive lineman. Plays with... | |
525 |
|
6-4
260lbs
4.99
|
DL |
|
260lbs | 6-4 | 4.99 | 193 |
53.0
|
Excellent hustle-and-chase tackler. Good closing speed with change of direction to corral mobile quarterbacks. Average quickness and... | |
502 |
|
6-2
294lbs
5.09
|
DT |
|
294lbs | 6-2 | 5.09 | 186 |
53.0
|
Rarely goes to the ground, showing good balance from his high school wrestling days. Strength gives ends a chance to twist inside and... | |
505 |
|
6-6
300lbs
5.32
|
C |
|
300lbs | 6-6 | 5.32 |
53.0
|
Effective in space and usually drops his hips to get leverage and sustain against shorter defenders. Not to be bet against with the... | ||
516 |
|
6-3
324lbs
5.42
|
OG |
|
324lbs | 6-3 | 5.42 | 239 |
53.0
|
Dips shoulder and moves his feet to get outside leverage when needed. Strong and low coming out of his stance, effective in short-yardage... | |
560 |
|
6-4
244lbs
4.82
|
TE |
|
244lbs | 6-4 | 4.82 | 64 |
52.0
|
He is a highly competitive player and quickly gets to the perimeter, blocking well in space and at the second level. A savvy, reliable... | |
570 |
|
6-3
245lbs
4.83
|
OLB |
|
245lbs | 6-3 | 4.83 | 171 |
52.0
|
An aggressive run defender, filling run lanes hard, and won't shy from contact. Plays with violence to fight off blocks, flashing a... | |
623 |
|
6-3
280lbs
4.72
|
DE |
|
280lbs | 6-3 | 4.72 | 62 | 269.2 |
33.0
|
High-effort, thickly built defender with good strength and the leverage to create a pile. Locates_ the ball quickly and pursues with... |