The calendar flipping to Jan. 1 doesn't mean much regarding the NFL draft. The yearly cycle runs from August to April. Yet the College Football Playoff does provide gifts during the holiday season.

Some of the nation's best players were on display heading into the new year, with a third of the Bleacher Report Scouting Department's top 30 prospects in action during the 2024 season's biggest games.

All the while, the B/R scouts (see: below) continue the evaluation process. Those evaluations remain ongoing and will continue all the way up to draft week.

Brandon Thorn: Brandon is the author of the Trench Warfare newsletter, which focuses exclusively on offensive and defensive line evaluation. He also contributes as an analyst to Establish the Run and serves as the scouting coordinator for OL Masterminds.

Dame Parson: Dame is the lead host of the Locked On NFL Draft podcast. He also spent three years as a senior draft analyst for The Draft Network while evaluating draft prospects as the founder of The Scouting Room.

Cory Giddings: Cory has experience working at varying levels of football, both in coaching and player evaluation. In recent years, he has worked with the New York Giants and multiple collegiate programs.

Matt Holder: Matt played college football, worked in college recruiting and is a Scouting Academy graduate. He has covered the NFL draft since 2019 and writes about the Las Vegas Raiders for SB Nation's Silver and Black Pride.

Brent Sobleski: Brent serves as an NFL analyst for Bleacher Report. He's covered the draft for multiple outlets since the 2004 class, including 11 seasons with B/R.

Grading Scale

10: Generational Talent/No. 1 Overall

9.5-9.9: Top-Five Prospect

9.0-9.4: Top-10 Prospect

8.5-8.9: Immediate Impact Prospect / 1st Round

8.0-8.4: Year 1 Starter / Late 1st-2nd Round

7.5-7.9: Potential Impact Player / 2nd Round

7.0-7.4: High-Level Backup / Potential Starter / 3rd Round

6.5-6.9: Potential Role Player / 4th Round

6.0-6.4: Developmental Prospect / 5th Round

5.5-5.9: Backup/Draftable / 6th-7th Round

5.0-5.4: Backup/UDFA with Roster Potential / UDFA

4.0-4.9: Developmental Prospect / UDFA

3.0-3.9: Training Camp Body / UDFA

Grades for each player were assigned by the following scouts:

Dame Parson: QBs, RBs, WRs and Receiving TEs

Brandon Thorn: Blocking TEs, OTs, OGs and Centers

Matt Holder: DL, Edge and LBs

Cory Giddings: CBs and Safeties

Top 150

Ties in grades were broken through roundtable discussions among the four scouts.

1. CB Travis Hunter, Colorado (9.2)
2. DL Mason Graham, Michigan (9.1)
3. WR Tetairoa McMillan, Arizona (9.0)
4. S Malaki Starks, Georgia (8.9)
5. CB Will Johnson, Michigan (8.8)
6. QB Cam Ward, Miami (8.5)
7. RB Ashton Jeanty, Boise State (8.4)
8. IOL Will Campbell, LSU (8.4)
9. WR Tre Harris, Ole Miss (8.4)
10. Edge Abdul Carter, Penn State (8.3)
11. RB Omarion Hampton, North Carolina (8.3)
12. WR Emeka Egbuka, Ohio State (8.3)
13. TE Colston Loveland, Michigan (8.2)
14. TE Tyler Warren, Penn State (8.1)
15. Edge Nic Scourton, Texas A&M (8.1)
16. QB Shedeur Sanders, Colorado (8.1)
17. CB Jahdae Barron, Texas (8.1)
18. DL Walter Nolen, Ole Miss (8.1)
19. Edge James Pearce Jr., Tennessee (8.0)
20. WR Luther Burden III, Missouri (8.0)
21. LB Jalon Walker, Georgia (8.0)
22. S Xavier Watts, Notre Dame (8.0)
23. CB Benjamin Morrison, Notre Dame (8.0)
24. OT Armand Membou, Missouri (7.9)
25. Edge Mykel Williams, Georgia (7.9)
26. OT Josh Conerly Jr., Oregon (7.9)
27. OT Josh Simmons, Ohio State (7.9)
28. S Nick Emmanwori, South Carolina (7.9)
29. TE Harold Fannin Jr., Bowling Green (7.8)
30. DL Derrick Harmon, Oregon (7.8)
31. OT Kelvin Banks Jr., Texas (7.8)
32. Edge Mike Green, Marshall (7.8)
33. LB Jihaad Campbell, Alabama (7.8)
34. IOL Tyler Booker, Alabama (7.7)
35. Edge Princely Umanmielen, Ole Miss (7.7)
36. DL Kenneth Grant, Michigan (7.7)
37. QB Carson Beck, Georgia (7.7)
38. CB Shavon Revel Jr., East Carolina (7.6)
39. Edge JT Tuimoloau, Ohio State (7.6)
40. CB Maxwell Hairston, Kentucky (7.6)
41. RB Kaleb Johnson, Iowa (7.6)
42. QB Jalen Milroe, Alabama (7.6)
43. DL Tyleik Williams, Ohio State (7.6)
44. CB Trey Amos, Ole Miss (7.6)
45. LB Barrett Carter, Clemson (7.6)
46. WR Matthew Golden, Texas (7.5)
47. OT Aireontae Ersery, Minnesota (7.5)
48. Edge Landon Jackson, Arkansas (7.5)
49. IOL Tate Ratledge, Georgia (7.5)
50. RB Nicholas Singleton, Penn State (7.5)
51. IOL Wyatt Milum, West Virginia (7.5)
52. WR Isaiah Bond, Texas (7.5)
53. S Billy Bowman Jr., Oklahoma (7.5)
54. WR Jalen Royals, Utah State (7.5)
55. TE Jake Briningstool, Clemson (7.4)
56. IOL Jonah Savaiinaea, Arizona (7.4)
57. IOL Grey Zabel, North Dakota State (7.4)
58. CB Zy Alexander, LSU (7.4)
59. S Dante Trader Jr., Maryland (7.4)
60. RB Devin Neal, Kansas (7.4)
61. CB Cobee Bryant, Kansas (7.4)
62. RB RJ Harvey, UCF (7.4)
63. WR Tez Johnson, Oregon (7.4)
64. Edge Shemar Stewart, Texas A&M (7.4)
65. OT Cameron Williams, Texas (7.4)
66. QB Riley Leonard, Notre Dame (7.4)
67. OT Ozzy Trapilo, Boston College (7.4)
68. RB TreVeyon Henderson, Ohio State (7.4)
69. DL Deone Walker, Kentucky (7.4)
70. RB Quinshon Judkins, Ohio State (7.4)
71. CB Denzel Burke, Ohio State (7.4)
72. LB Danny Stutsman, Oklahoma (7.4)
73. CB Domani Jackson, Alabama (7.4)
74. IOL Seth McLaughlin, Ohio State (7.4)
75. QB Jaxson Dart, Ole Miss (7.4)
76. OT Marcus Mbow, Purdue (7.3)
77. Edge Jack Sawyer, Ohio State (7.3)
78. IOL Jalen Rivers, Miami (7.3)
79. RB Cam Skattebo, Arizona State (7.3)
80. IOL Emery Jones Jr., LSU (7.3)
81. S Malachi Moore, Alabama (7.3)
82. WR Xavier Restrepo, Miami (7.2)
83. Edge Ashton Gillotte, Louisville (7.2)
84. DL Alfred Collins, Texas (7.2)
85. RB Phil Mafah, Clemson (7.2)
86. IOL Donovan Jackson, Ohio State (7.2)
87. CB Quincy Riley, Louisville (7.2)
88. TE Gunnar Helm, Texas (7.2)
89. CB Azareye'h Thomas, Florida State (7.1)
90. Edge Donovan Ezeiruaku, Boston College (7.1)
91. S Lathan Ransom, Ohio State (7.1)
92. LB Jay Higgins, Iowa (7.1)
93. S Sebastian Castro, Iowa (7.1)
94. QB Kyle McCord, Syracuse (7.1)
95. LB Jeffrey Bassa, Oregon (7.1)
96. OT Charles Grant, William & Mary (7.0)
97. CB Dorian Strong, Virginia Tech (7.0)
98. S Andrew Mukuba, Texas (7.0)
99. Edge Josaiah Stewart, Michigan (7.0)
100. DL T.J. Sanders, South Carolina (7.0)
101. LB Lander Barton, Utah (7.0)
102. QB Quinn Ewers, Texas (7.0)
103. LB Smael Mondon, Jr., Georgia (7.0)
104. CB Jermari Harris, Iowa (6.9)
105. S Craig Woodson, California (6.9)
106. IOL Jared Wilson, Georgia (6.9)
107. Edge Kyle Kennard, South Carolina (6.9)
108. LB Chris Paul Jr., Ole Miss (6.9)
109. IOL Miles Frazier, LSU (6.9)
110. RB Ollie Gordon II, Oklahoma State (6.9)
111. CB Ricardo Hallman, Wisconsin (6.9)
112. OT Ajani Cornelius, Oregon (6.8)
113. Edge Dani Dennis-Sutton, Penn State (6.8)
114. CB Upton Stout, Western Kentucky (6.8)
115. IOL Jonah Monheim, USC (6.8)
116. CB Xavier Scott, Illinois (6.8)
117. QB Dillon Gabriel, Oregon (6.7)
118. DL Omarr Norman-Lott, Tennessee (6.7)
119. CB Daylen Everette, Georgia (6.7)
120. QB Kurtis Rourke, Indiana (6.7)
121. RB Kalel Mullings, Michigan (6.7)
122. LB Jack Kiser, Notre Dame (6.7)
123. CB Darien Porter, Iowa State (6.6)
124. Edge Jared Ivey, Ole Miss (6.6)
125. CB Jabbar Muhammad, Oregon (6.6)
126. LB Jamon Dumas-Johnson, Kentucky (6.6)
127. S Jonas Sanker, Virginia (6.5)
128. OT Jack Nelson, Wisconsin (6.5)
129. DL Howard Cross III, Notre Dame (6.5)
130. QB Will Howard, Ohio State (6.5)
131. OT Anthony Belton, North Carolina State (6.4)
132. IOL Jaeden Roberts, Alabama (6.4)
133. IOL Garrett Dellinger, LSU (6.3)
134. IOL Eli Cox, Kentucky (6.3)
135. IOL Jake Majors, Texas (6.3)
136. CB Brandon Adams, USF (6.2)
137. S Jaylen Reed, Penn State (6.2)
138. OT Chase Lundt, Connecticut (6.2)
139. IOL Marcus Tate, Clemson (6.2)
140. S Xavier Nwankpa, Iowa (6.2)
141. S Kenny Gallop Jr., Howard (6.2)
142. S Bud Clark, TCU (6.2)
143. CB Garnett Hollis Jr., West Virginia (6.2)
144. S Hunter Wohler, Wisconsin (6.2)
145. DL DeMonte Capehart, Clemson (6.1)
146. DL Rylie Mills, Notre Dame (6.1)
147. IOL Nick Dawkins, Penn State (6.1)
148. S Kevin Winston Jr., Penn State (6.1)
149. S Tysheem Johnson, Oregon (6.1)
150. OT Carson Vinson, Alabama A&M (6.1)

Quarterbacks

Scouted by Dame Parson

Most Accurate: Shedeur Sanders
Best Arm Strength: Cam Ward
Best Mobility: Jalen Milroe
Most Pro-Ready: Cam Ward

1. Cam Ward, Miami (8.5)
2. Shedeur Sanders, Colorado (8.1)
3. Carson Beck, Georgia (7.7)
4. Jalen Milroe, Alabama (7.6)
5. Riley Leonard, Notre Dame (7.4)
6. Jaxson Dart, Ole Miss (7.4)
7. Kyle McCord, Syracuse (7.1)
8. Quinn Ewers, Texas (7.0)
9. Dillon Gabriel, Oregon (6.7)
10. Kurtis Rourke, Indiana (6.7)
11. Will Howard, Ohio State (6.5)

Explain the Grade: Carson Beck, Georgia

Beck possesses the accuracy and ball placement scouts admire in high-level NFL passers. He can deliver passes on time to his open targets. However, the 2024 campaign has been a roller-coaster ride for Beck due to a lack of weapons and inconsistent offensive line play.

He began finding his rhythm down the back-stretch of the regular season before suffering a torn UCL in the SEC Championship Game. The injury required surgery, but it occurred earlier than when Brock Purdy dealt with the same tear in 2023, only to return for the start of the regular season.

Running Backs

Scouted by Dame Parson

Best Speed: Nicholas Singleton
Best Power: Omarion Hampton
Best Vision: Ashton Jeanty
Best Hands: Nicholas Singleton
Best Third-Down Back: Nicholas Singleton

1. Ashton Jeanty, Boise State (8.4)
2. Omarion Hampton, North Carolina (8.3)
3. Kaleb Johnson, Iowa (7.6)
4. Nicholas Singleton, Penn State (7.5)
5. Devin Neal, Kansas (7.4)
6. RJ Harvey, UCF (7.4)
7. TreVeyon Henderson, Ohio State (7.4)
8. Quinshon Judkins, Ohio State (7.4)
9. Cam Skattebo, Arizona State (7.3)
10. Phil Mafah, Clemson (7.2)
11. Ollie Gordon II, Oklahoma State (6.9)
12. Kalel Mullings, Michigan (6.7)

Explain the Grade: Nicholas Singleton, Penn State

Singleton is one of college football's most explosive running backs. He's a threat to make a big play at any moment. Also, he's a plus-pass-blocker who can pick up free-running defenders in the pocket. Singleton is a talented pass-catcher from the backfield and aligned as a slot receiver. He tracks the ball well with confidence, proving his three-down skill set.

The two-time All-Big Ten honoree is a complete back and has significant playmaking traits.

Wide Receivers

Scouted by Dame Parson

Best Hands: Tetairoa McMillan
Best Route-Runner: Emeka Egbuka
Best Speed: Isaiah Bond
Best Slot Receiver: Tez Johnson
Most Pro-Ready: Tetairoa McMillan

1. Tetairoa McMillan, Arizona (9.0)
2. Tre Harris, Ole Miss (8.4)
3. Emeka Egbuka, Ohio State (8.3)
4. Luther Burden III, Missouri (8.0)
5. Matthew Golden, Texas (7.5)
6. Isaiah Bond, Texas (7.5)
7. Jalen Royals, Utah State (7.5)
8. Tez Johnson, Oregon (7.4)
9. Xavier Restrepo, Miami (7.2)

Explain the Grade: Isaiah Bond, Texas

Bond makes plays from anywhere on the field because of a combination of elite speed and explosiveness. He is a game-breaker who can outrun pursuit angles with relative ease. Route-running is an underrated part of his game, though. Bond is a good off the stems and moves with twitch, explosiveness and suddenness to defeat single coverage. He's a Day 2 prospect and weapon for NFL offenses to covet.

Tight Ends

Scouted by Dame Parson

Best Receiver: Colston Loveland
Most Versatile: Tyler Warren
Best Blocker: Harold Fannin Jr.
Most Pro-Ready: Colston Loveland

1. Colston Loveland, Michigan (8.2)
2. Tyler Warren, Penn State (8.1)
3. Harold Fannin Jr., Bowling Green (7.8)
4. Jake Briningstool, Clemson (7.4)
5. Gunnar Helm, Texas (7.2)

Explain the Grade: Colston Loveland, Michigan

Loveland has the best all-around set of traits among the tight end position—height, weight, speed and ball skills. The 6'5", 245-pound target is a strong route-runner who can defeat one-on-one coverage and command a nickel corner's attention as better matchups than linebackers.

He presents a great catch radius at every level of the field. His speed and athleticism to stress the seams and vertical areas of the defense will open up an NFL passing attack. He is B/R's TE1 despite playing in one of major college football's worst passing offenses.

Offensive Tackles

Scouted by Brandon Thorn

Best Run-Blocker: Josh Conerly Jr.
Best Pass-Blocker: Josh Simmons
Best Zone-Blocker: Josh Conerly Jr.
Most Pro-Ready: Armand Membou
Most Versatile: Marcus Mbow

1. Armand Membou, Missouri (7.9)
2. Josh Conerly Jr., Oregon (7.9)
3. Josh Simmons, Ohio State (7.9)
4. Kelvin Banks Jr., Texas (7.8)
5. Aireontae Ersery, Minnesota (7.5)
6. Cameron Williams, Texas (7.4)
7. Ozzy Trapilo, Boston College (7.4)
8. Marcus Mbow, Purdue (7.3)
9. Charles Grant, William & Mary (7.0)
10. Ajani Cornelius, Oregon (6.8)
11. Jack Nelson, Wisconsin (6.5)
12. Anthony Belton, North Carolina State (6.4)
13. Chase Lundt, Connecticut (6.2)
14. Carson Vinson, Alabama A&M (6.1)

Explain the Grade: Josh Conerly Jr., Oregon

Conerly is a former high school running back who transitioned to the offensive line as a sophomore in high school en route to becoming a 5-star recruit.

While Conerly's blend of size and movement skills made him an easy-to-spot high-end recruit, he was still learning the position and had extremely raw elements of his game. These rough areas began to get smoothed out, and he rapidly progressed into a much more refined, consistent player this season. This growth was primarily seen in his play strength, strike timing and ability to establish first meaningful contact on defenders who helped improve his sustain skills.

With excellent athletic ability and smooth footwork, Conerly has plenty of range to pass protect on an island at the next level, very good technique in the zone-run game and the ability to be an asset on screens, pulls and climbs.

Interior Offensive Linemen

Scouted by Brandon Thorn

Best Run-Blocker: Will Campbell
Best Pass-Blocker: Tate Ratledge
Best Zone-Blocker: Will Campbell
Most Pro-Ready: Tyler Booker
Most Versatile: Wyatt Milum

1. Will Campbell, LSU (8.4)
2. Tyler Booker, Alabama (7.7)
3. Tate Ratledge, Georgia (7.5)
4. Wyatt Milum, West Virginia (7.5)
5. Jonah Savaiinaea, Arizona (7.4)
6. Grey Zabel, North Dakota State (7.4)
7. Seth McLaughlin, Ohio State (7.4)
8. Jalen Rivers, Miami (7.3)
9. Emery Jones Jr., LSU (7.3)
10. Donovan Jackson, Ohio State (7.2)
11. Jared Wilson, Georgia (6.9)
12. Miles Frazier, LSU (6.9)
13. Jonah Monheim, USC (6.8)
14. Jaeden Roberts, Alabama (6.4)
15. Garrett Dellinger, LSU (6.3)
16. Eli Cox, Kentucky (6.3)
17. Jake Majors, Texas (6.3)
18. Marcus Tate, Clemson (6.2)
19. Nick Dawkins, Penn State (6.1)

Explain the Grade: Tate Ratledge, Georgia

Ratledge will be in the running for 2025's first true guard off the board because of his ability to set a firm pocket and uproot defenders in the run game. The 6'6", 310-pound Ratledge has plenty of size to insert at either guard spot in the NFL, with starter-level play-strength.

Ratledge's superpower is his combination of vice grips for hands and commanding anchor that are highly coveted along the interior at the professional level.

The lineman did suffer an ankle injury this season, which kept him out for about a month. After shaking off the rust during his first couple of games, he returned to form as the clear-cut best starter along the Bulldogs front five.

Defensive Linemen

Scouted by Matt Holder

Best Nose Tackle: Kenneth Grant
Best Pass-Rusher: Mason Graham
Best Run-Stopper: Mason Graham
Most Versatile: Walter Nolen

1. Mason Graham, Michigan (9.1)
2. Walter Nolen, Ole Miss (8.1)
3. Derrick Harmon, Oregon (7.8)
4. Kenneth Grant, Michigan (7.7)
5. Tyleik Williams, Ohio State (7.6)
6. Deone Walker, Kentucky (7.4)
7. Alfred Collins, Texas (7.2)
8. T.J. Sanders, South Carolina (7.0)
9. Omarr Norman-Lott, Tennessee (6.7)
10. Howard Cross III, Notre Dame (6.5)
11. DeMonte Capehart, Clemson (6.1)
12. Rylie Mills, Notre Dame (6.1)

Explain the Grade: Walter Nolen, Ole Miss

Bleacher Report is a little higher on Nolen than other outlets, because he's viewed as one of the most versatile defensive line prospects in the draft class.

The Ole Miss product can play as a 3-technique, 4i-tech or as a defensive end in even fronts. He has an impressive blend of strength and athleticism to be disruptive in both phases of the game, especially if his technique gets more consistent.

Nolen's game is reminiscent of Ed Oliver's coming out of Houston.

Edge-Rushers

Scouted by Matt Holder

Best Speed-Rusher: Abdul Carter
Best Power-Rusher: Nic Scourton
Best Run-Stopper: Mykel Williams
Most Versatile: Nic Scourton

1. Abdul Carter, Penn State (8.3)
2. Nic Scourton, Texas A&M (8.1)
3. James Pearce Jr., Tennessee (8.0)
4. Mykel Williams, Georgia (7.9)
5. Mike Green, Marshall (7.8)
6. Princely Umanmielen, Ole Miss (7.7)
7. JT Tuimoloau, Ohio State (7.6)
8. Landon Jackson, Arkansas (7.5)
9. Shemar Stewart, Texas A&M (7.4)
10. Jack Sawyer, Ohio State (7.3)
11. Ashton Gillotte, Louisville (7.2)
12. Donovan Ezeiruaku, Boston College (7.1)
13. Josaiah Stewart, Michigan (7.0)
14. Kyle Kennard, South Carolina (6.9)
15. Dani Dennis-Sutton, Penn State (6.8)
16. Jared Ivey, Ole Miss (6.6)

Explain the Grade: Nic Scourton, Texas A&M

Scourton didn't have as productive of a season as many hoped after transferring from Purdue to Texas A&M, posting more of a neutral performance in 2024. At the end of the day, he's still 6'4", 280 pounds and moves well to be a sought-after edge defender.

As his size suggests, the Purdue transfer can win with power as a pass-rusher, and he has a solid inside spin move for a good changeup/counter. Scourton has primarily lined up as a stand-up outside linebacker in college, but his size suggests he can wear multiple hats on the defense and line up as a 4i-technique if needed.

Linebackers

Scouted by Matt Holder

Best Blitzer: Jalon Walker
Best Run-Stopper: Jay Higgins
Best in Coverage: Jihaad Campbell
Most Versatile: Jalon Walker

1. Jalon Walker, Georgia (8.0)
2. Jihaad Campbell, Alabama (7.8)
3. Barrett Carter, Clemson (7.6)
4. Danny Stutsman, Oklahoma (7.4)
5. Jay Higgins, Iowa (7.1)
6. Jeffrey Bassa, Oregon (7.1)
7. Lander Barton, Utah (7.0)
8. Smael Mondon, Jr., Georgia (7.0)
9. Chris Paul Jr., Ole Miss (6.9)
10. Jack Kiser, Notre Dame (6.7)
11. Jamon Dumas-Johnson, Kentucky (6.6)

Explain the Grade: Jihaad Campbell, Alabama

A lot of similarities exist between Campbell and last year's top linebacker Edgerrin Cooper. Both were major risers during their final collegiate seasons (assuming Campbell does in fact declare), and both have really good speed to fly around the field.

The Alabama product's quickness allows him to click and close in coverage. He's also good at reading the quarterback's eyes when playing zone coverage to step into throwing windows and make plays on the ball.

Campbell does have some work to do as a run defender, but he has long arms to get off blocks and isn't even 21 years old yet, giving him enormous potential.

Cornerbacks

Scouted by Cory Giddings

Best in Man Coverage: Will Johnson
Best in Zone Coverage: Travis Hunter
Best Slot Corner: Upland Stout
Most Versatile: Jahdae Barron

1. Travis Hunter, Colorado (9.2)
2. Will Johnson, Michigan (8.8)
3. Jahdae Barron, Texas (8.1)
4. Benjamin Morrison, Notre Dame (8.0)
5. Shavon Revel Jr., East Carolina (7.6)
6. Maxwell Hairston, Kentucky (7.6)
7. Trey Amos, Ole Miss (7.6)
8. Zy Alexander, LSU (7.4)
9. Cobee Bryant, Kansas (7.4)
10. Denzel Burke, Ohio State (7.4)
11. Domani Jackson, Alabama (7.4)
12. Quincy Riley, Louisville (7.2)
13. Azareye'h Thomas, Florida State (7.1)
14. Dorian Strong, Virginia Tech (7.0)
15. Jermari Harris, Iowa (6.9)
16. Ricardo Hallman, Wisconsin (6.9)
17. Upton Stout, Western Kentucky (6.8)
18. Xavier Scott, Illinois (6.8)
19. Daylen Everette, Georgia (6.7)
20. Darien Porter, Iowa State (6.6)
21. Jabbar Muhammad, Oregon (6.6)
22. Brandon Adams, USF (6.2)
23. Garnett Hollis Jr., West Virginia (6.2)

Explain the Grade: Shavon Revel Jr., East Carolina

Revel started the season as one of the class' top cornerback prospects, thanks to his size (6'3", 193 pounds) and athleticism. His combination of length, speed and physicality stands out, particularly in press coverage, where he can disrupt receivers' timing and carry them deep downfield.

However, his stock dropped due to an early ACL injury, which raises concerns about his recovery and long-term durability. While ACL recoveries are more common in today's game, the impact on his agility, recovery speed and ability to maintain his high-level performance remains a question.

Revel's ball skills and eye discipline in zone coverage have also been inconsistent, which further limits his upside.

If Revel proves he can fully recover and refine his game, he still holds the potential to be a high-level starting NFL cornerback. For now, his grade reflects his potential, with some uncertainty due to injury recovery.

Safeties

Scouted by Cory Giddings

Best in Man Coverage: Andrew Mukuba
Best in Zone Coverage: Xavier Watts
Best Run-Stopper: Nick Emmanwori
Most Versatile: Malaki Starks

1. Malaki Starks, Georgia (8.9)
2. Xavier Watts, Notre Dame (8.0)
3. Nick Emmanwori, South Carolina (7.9)
4. Billy Bowman Jr., Oklahoma (7.5)
5. Dante Trader Jr., Maryland (7.4)
6. Malachi Moore, Alabama (7.3)
7. Lathan Ransom, Ohio State (7.1)
8. Sebastian Castro, Iowa (7.1)
9. Andrew Mukuba, Texas (7.0)
10. Craig Woodson, California (6.9)
11. Jonas Sanker, Virginia (6.5)
12. Jaylen Reed, Penn State (6.2)
13. Xavier Nwankpa, Iowa (6.2
14. Kenny Gallop Jr., Howard (6.2)
15. Bud Clark, TCU (6.2)
16. Hunter Wohler, Wisconsin (6.2)
17. Kevin Winston Jr., Penn State (6.1)
18. Tysheem Johnson, Oregon (6.1)

Explain the Grade: Xavier Watts, Notre Dame

Watts is a physical, high-motor safety with the leadership and toughness that every defense craves. His aggressive play-style, combined with his quick reactions and consistent effort, allow him to be an impactful defender, both in coverage and against the run.

Watt's ability to make plays on the ball and stop ball-carriers quickly after contact showcases his reliability and physicality, which is valuable for any team. While his tightness in his midsection limits his lateral quickness and ability to cover space efficiently, his strength and awareness in run support offset these minor drawbacks.

The 2023 Bronko Nagurski Trophy winner projects as a late first-round pick, capable of contributing immediately as a starter, particularly for a team seeking a physical safety who can play near the line of scrimmage and cover intermediate routes. His toughness and motor form a strong foundation for further development.