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At this point of the NFL Draft process, the discussion, deservedly so, has become almost exclusively about the quarterbacks at the top. But not discussed enough is just how uniquely talented the top of this draft is aside from the quarterback position.
An effective way to project players, especially what their roles and styles may be in the NFL, is to use player comparison, as it can prevent the quality of the player from getting lost in a barrage of scouting jargon and not keeping perspective on what that player may be.
Here are player comparisons, albeit optimistic ones, for the best 20 non-quarterbacks in the 2024 NFL draft class.
Jonathan Brooks, RB, Texas: Joe Mixon
Coming off a midseason injury at Texas, Jonathan Brooks wasn’t able to test at the NFL Scouting Combine or the Texas pro day, and he won’t be 100% until NFL training camp. But that hasn’t stopped teams from getting excited about him. Along with the elusiveness, explosive step when he has an opening and finishing burst, he’s shown — both on the field and during the interview process at the Shrine Bowl and NFL Combine — that he can be an impact third-down pass blocker and pass-catcher, similar to Joe Mixon’s impact early in his NFL career.
Marvin Harrison Jr., WR, Ohio State: AJ Green
A truly special prospect, Marvin Harrison Jr. can be compared to all sorts of future NFL Hall of Famers, including his father.
But A.J. Green, with his length, nuanced route-running, outstanding ball skills and smoothness as a perimeter receiver, is one that fits best from a talent and NFL projection standpoint. Expect Harrison to be a staple of the “NFL elite” receiver tier for the next decade.
Malik Nabers, WR, LSU: DJ Moore
Malik Nabers is incredibly dynamic and explosive, and his ability to accelerate before and after the catch is already among the best in the NFL. But maybe the most important trait he possesses is the ability to both…
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Author : Eric Galko
Publish date : 2024-04-04 19:08:29
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