2020 NFL Draft Big Board: Ranking the top 50 prospects – Chase Young over Joe Burrow
Mims is a big-bodied wide receiver who can use his length and athleticism to make contested catches down the field. What he lacks in quickness he makes up for with his ability to run away from defenders on deep routes. He won’t lead a team in catches, but he might lead them in touchdowns.
Hall is one of the most underrated defenders in this class. He lacks elite athleticism, but he shows an exceptional ability to make plays on the ball on film. Combine that with his willingness to show up in the run game and he’s an easy starter for a team looking for a No. 2 or No. 3 corner.
Higgins uses his huge frame and wingspan to rack up catches against smaller defenders. His lack of foot speed is going to reduce his margin for error in the NFL. Teams looking for a big slot guy would be smart to snap the Clemson product up on day two.
Herbert will likely go in the top 10 but that’s just because of his positional value. In a vacuum, he shouldn’t be a first-rounder. He’s got nice size, athleticism and arm strength, but his inconsistent tape should be a major red flag for teams looking to play him early. He needs time and coaching to get ready for meaningful NFL snaps.
Edwards-Helaire managed to stand out on a loaded LSU team last season. He doesn’t have elite speed, but he has everything else teams look for in a starting running back. His ability to contribute immediately in the passing game should allow him to be an immediate contributor as a rookie.
Motor is an important skill for an NFL defensive lineman and it happens to be Blacklock’s greatest strength. His game needs some refinement, but the combination of his suddenness and motor should allow him to be productive early in his career.
Igbinoghene started his Auburn career at wide receiver so he’s just scratching the surface of what he can be as a cornerback. The fact that he flashes good speed and superior length for the position gives him a chance to grow into a very good player. He’s not ready to play big snaps right away, but he could pay off in a year or two for the team that grabs him.
Claypool looks like a tight end but has enough speed to play as a wide receiver. Some savvy team is going to turn him into a match-up nightmare as a big slot receiver or move tight end. He doesn’t fit every scheme but he can pop in the right system.
McKinney was really productive at Alabama, but he’s athletically limited. That makes him a high floor, but low ceiling prospect in this year’s draft. He’ll likely be overdrafted as a guy who can be a solid, but unspectacular contributor right away.
Lewis is a long athlete who shows really good burst off the edge. Interestingly, the Alabama coach couldn’t quite refine him into a top-notch pass rusher. That should give NFL teams pause, but he’s still worth the risk in the middle of Round 2.