Defensive Back Rankings 2023 NFL Draft
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
85 |
|
6-2
195lbs
4.52
|
CB |
|
195lbs | 6-2 | 4.52 | 118 | 417 |
67.3
|
Often used on deep routes, getting separation down the sideline or over the middle on crossing routes by extending his arms rather than... |
114 |
|
6-1
174lbs
4.52
|
DB |
|
174lbs | 6-1 | 4.52 | 149 | 523 |
50.0
|
Good instincts and anticipation reads and reacts with discipline. Dangerous with the ball in his hands. Explodes out of his backpedal and... |
8 |
|
6-2
198lbs
4.52
|
S |
|
198lbs | 6-2 | 4.52 | 16 | 54.5 |
87.1
|
Antonio Johnson is a quality pro prospect who has excellent overall athletic ability, good speed, and tackles like a linebacker. He'll... |
27 |
|
6-0
191lbs
4.52
|
CB |
|
191lbs | 6-0 | 4.52 | 43 | 109.9 |
82.9
|
Good strength to tackle. Plays with high energy and is a tough-minded overachiever. Stays low in his backpedal and shows the... |
48 |
|
6-2
195lbs
4.52
|
S |
|
195lbs | 6-2 | 4.52 | 93 | 310.5 |
77.0
|
He’s physical at the line of scrimmage, showing unexpected power in his hands. He’s a technician in press coverage, with a strong punch... |
61 |
|
5-10
170lbs
4.52
|
DB |
|
170lbs | 5-10 | 4.52 | 63 | 206.5 |
74.4
|
He’s a better tackler than his size might suggest. Has a nice blend of length, speed, and quickness. He’s at his best mirroring routes... |
58 |
|
6-3
216lbs
4.52
|
LB/ED |
|
216lbs | 6-3 | 4.52 | 80 | 259.2 |
75.0
|
Thomas is aggressive in run support, with a physical mentality, but struggles to break down space and leaves production on the field. Can... |
90 |
|
6-2
190lbs
4.51
|
CB |
|
190lbs | 6-2 | 4.51 | 111 | 386.3 |
65.0
|
Plays with the natural balance and ultra-quick feet to mirror underneath, and he’s tremendous at reading routes and reading... |
79 |
|
5-10
186lbs
4.51
|
CB |
|
186lbs | 5-10 | 4.51 | 103 | 355 |
70.0
|
Instinctive, adept at reading routes and anticipating throws, and strong in zone coverage. Flashes good ball skills. Jamison has the... |
68 |
|
6-2
233lbs
4.51
|
CB |
|
233lbs | 6-2 | 4.51 | 98 | 343.8 |
74.0
|
Combines very good instincts with above-average reaction skills. Almost always finds the ball in traffic. Burney has value as an inside... |
59 |
|
6-0
189lbs
4.51
|
CB |
|
189lbs | 6-0 | 4.51 | 82 | 266.8 |
75.0
|
A coordinated athlete with good footwork and balance. A heady cover player with above-average · feel and anticipation in space. Jones has... |
42 |
|
6-1
201lbs
4.51
|
CB |
|
201lbs | 6-1 | 4.51 | 72 | 243.4 |
78.0
|
Physical downfield and matches up well with bigger receivers. Tough and fiery with very good competitiveness. High-effort... |