34. Christian Wilkins, DL, Clemson
- Height: 6’4″
- Weight: 300
- Class: Senior
We talked about one Clemson lineman earlier in Dexter Lawrence, and now Christian Wilkins shows up on the list. Wilkins is a much different player at the line of scrimmage than Lawrence is. Wilkins wins with much more quickness at the line of scrimmage and actually possesses some pass rushing skills. He has above average quickness for a defensive lineman and uses that quickness to work around blockers to make plays in the backfield. Wilkins uses his hands well quick off the snap to get around blockers as well, showing his prowess as a pass rusher from the inside.
However, his size and quickness result in a player that doesn’t win with power. He doesn’t have the pad level to win with power, and he often gets locked by stronger offensive linemen and gets moved off the ball as well. He has to improve his functional strength if he wants to prove to teams he has the whole package.
33. Dawson Knox, TE, Mississippi
- Height: 6’4″
- Weight: 250
- Class: Redshirt Junior
The receiver class has a ton of names on this board, and a couple tight ends find their way on as well. Mississippi is loaded with pass catchers, and tight end Dawson Knox will show a lot this season for the Rebels. Plenty of his game also reminds many of former first round pick Evan Engram. Knox is an excellent receiver with strong hands and an ability to run after the catch. He is good at adjusting to the ball in the air and coming down with it.
Another part of his game he uses well is his athleticism. He gets out of his breaks to gain quick separation for his quarterback. The issue with Knox right now is his ability to help out as a blocker in the run game. He will need to improve in that area this season if he wants to become a tight end.