Things to know about the NBA playoffs as they begin

Table Of Content

• Kansas City Chiefs (from Dallas Cowboys): Hunter Nourzad, C, Penn State, Grade: B
• Bryce Miller: Padres must figure out a way to beat playoff-caliber teams like Phillies
• Tom Krasovic: Chargers, Raiders, Jaguars, Daniel Jones have good NFL Draft night
• NFL Mock Draft: Eddie Brown’s final first-round projections
• New Orleans Saints (from Los Angeles Rams through Denver Broncos): Josiah Ezirim, OT, Eastern Kentucky, Grade: B-
• Dallas Cowboys (from Las Vegas Raiders): Nathan Thomas, OT, Louisiana-Lafayette, Grade: B+

His athletic profile lines up well with Packers wide receiver Jayden Reed and he offers returner upside immediately. Rouse has prototypical athleticism at his size for NFL offensive linemen. His athletic profile matches up well with Jawaan Taylor and his football IQ will likely keep him on an NFL roster for years. He makes for an ideal swing tackle on a talented Vikings offensive line.

CI TEXAS ROUNDUP: Goode Co. Restaurants announces new concept in The Woodlands; Starbucks now open in ... - Community Impact

CI TEXAS ROUNDUP: Goode Co. Restaurants announces new concept in The Woodlands; Starbucks now open in ....

Posted: Tue, 18 Jan 2022 08:00:00 GMT [source]

Kansas City Chiefs (from Dallas Cowboys): Hunter Nourzad, C, Penn State, Grade: B

A four-year starter with the Utes, Laumea is a great presence in the run game with his foot quickness and power. He needs to develop in pass protection but is in no rush to start as a rookie in Seattle. Buffalo suffered numerous injuries to its linebacking group down the stretch in 2023 and Ulofoshio boosts that position. He'll turn 25 in January, meaning his potential may be capped in the NFL, but the player he is now is an impressive athlete at the position. That athleticism and instincts could make him an ideal backup or spot starter at the position for the Bills. Thrash is deep threat and has shown consistency in running the whole route tree.

Texas Dreams and the Problem With 'Good' Gyms - The Gymternet

Texas Dreams and the Problem With 'Good' Gyms.

Posted: Thu, 13 Aug 2020 07:00:00 GMT [source]

Bryce Miller: Padres must figure out a way to beat playoff-caliber teams like Phillies

He'll likely be a contributor in that role as a rookie but his lack of size and smaller catch radius may limit his long-term production. Hicks was the top safety on some draft boards thanks to his fantastic tape and solid size. He can fit in any scheme and will be an asset for Steve Spagnuolo and company to develop into a starter as they have with many young DBs recently. Coaches remarked on his growth and maturity as he became a leader over his final two seasons in Manhattan. He's an effective run blocker already and his pass protection skills are improving. Harrell lacks the size you'd prefer for an edge rusher but his production is impressive (a team-high 7.5 sacks for Michigan in 2023).

Tom Krasovic: Chargers, Raiders, Jaguars, Daniel Jones have good NFL Draft night

But he does have strong hands and enough twitch to make a difference over time. He has the speed to stretch the field after the catch and compares well with Chigoziem Okonkwo's athletic profile. Over time, he'd become a solid No. 2 tight end for the Patriots who continue to build up their pass catching corps. Davis is undersized but has more than adequate long speed for the NFL. He's not as dynamic laterally and may struggle against stronger or taller wideouts given his short arms on a 5-foot-9 frame.

NFL Mock Draft: Eddie Brown’s final first-round projections

Another round, another wide receiver with the last name Washington for Miami on Day 3 of the draft. His small frame (174 pounds) at 5-foot-9 likely took him out of consideration for many teams. He projects best as a slot starter but the Dolphins just took a slot wideout in Round 6. This is a good value pick but at a position that's already solidified. The Giants continue to load up on defense but at an interesting position here.

This is also a reach for San Francisco which already has a stacked wide receiver room the 49ers added to in Round 1. Allen's one of the biggest running backs in the class at 235 pounds and one of the youngest (he'll turn 21 in January). He's a bruising back who thrives in short yardage but has the speed to make a quick cut and go. He's not as elusive but, paired with Breece Hall with the Jets, offers a different skill set and the pass blocking to stay on the field on third down. Taking into account only the 16 playoff teams — and their games against one another — the No. 1 overall seed Celtics come up No. 1 yet again.

He can get thrown off his base and lacks bend at the position but can become a rotational edge rusher as the Rams replenish the defensive line. Gould spent the vast majority of his time with the Beavers at outside wide receiver despite standing 5-8 and weighing 174 pounds. He's one of the fastest wideouts in the class and could be one of the best returners on the team as a rookie. Barner's an ideal in-line tight end that gives the Seahawks another threat in the pass game who can hold his own in most blocking situations. He's a bit small to be a Y tight end with some of the smallest hands in the class but has the athleticism to be a flex tight end early on.

He's efficient out of his breaks but he won't be a contested catch winner. This is a great pickup for Los Angeles for a player projected to go in earlier rounds. Little never missed an extra point and connected on 53 of 64 career field goals in college. He consistently gets the necessary power behind kicks but can often miss wide right when he's off. It's not shiny, but it's a pick the Jaguars can hope will address the kicker position into the future.

Cincinnati Bengals: Matt Lee, C, Miami (Fla.), Grade: B-

He is a hard worker and could grow into a niche role alongside standouts in Pittsburgh. Ford is a solid athlete with NFL size at the position and a nose for the ball (27.5 career tackles for loss). He may struggle in coverage against better athletes but he knows how to operate in zone coverage over the middle.

The Ravens are loading up in the back end after taking Nate Wiggins in Round 1 and Tampa is a scheme-versatile corner many had tabbed for Round 2. He's a disruptor at the position with 22 career passes defensed in college and could be a rotational player immediately. Guerendo already worked in a split role in Louisville with Jawhar Jordan and could help spell McCaffrey in San Francisco.

If the Cardinals were set at cornerback with this pick, there were better options on the board. Travis suffered a left leg injury in 2023 that cut his standout season short. He led a turnaround at Florida State and became one of the most prolific passers in program history.

Milton likely has the strongest arm in this top-heavy quarterback class. The former Volunteer started one season for Tennessee and has arguably the best physical tools in this quarterback class. He lacked touch on throws and, at 24 years old, there's concern over future development. He could eventually move to tight end but if not this is an odd choice of resources for a talent-needy Patriots team.

Jacksonville bolsters cornerback again here with an elite athlete at ideal size. He took a one-year hiatus to junior college in 2020 before returning to Ole Miss. He's best in press coverage and his athleticism and toughness will keep him on an NFL roster regardless of how quickly he develops. Kane is excellent in the running game with the instincts to diagnose a play quickly. In coverage, he can hang with tight ends but wide receivers could be more of a problem. Baltimore's staff could develop him into an impact starter alongside standout safety Kyle Hamilton.

Harris led the Tigers in sacks in 2023 with seven and provides a fast first step off the line. His relentless energy, strength, and hands give him rotational upside. Ezirim's new to the position after starting out as a defensive lineman in college. That aggression from his prior position translates in run blocking, where he excels.

Stover initially played defensive end and linebacker before becoming one of the best Buckeye tight ends in years. He'll never be a strong blocker but he has the mentality and skills to become a great possession tight end. Carolina continues to surround quarterback Bryce Young with talent in this draft. Sanders offers a big body with 4.6 speed to upgrade the pass catchers. He'll need to improve his blocking but offers great value as an F tight end at the top of the fourth round. The payouts increase considerably as teams advance, and the teams with the best six records in each conference get more money as well.