2025 NFL Draft Results

Round 3

Notre Dame strong safety Xavier Watts was in my top 15. Find out who snagged him in the third round.

Chris Ransom follow @DraftUtopia Last Updated: April 25, 2025.

65. New York Giants: Darius Alexander, 3-4 RE, Toledo D Grade
    
    
    The 6-4 304 lb Darius Alexander only had 17 solo tackles, 23 assisted tackles, 40 total tackles, 7.5 tackles for a loss, 4 deflections from pass breakups, 3.5 sacks, and 2 quarterback hurries in 2024. Darius Alexander had a good week at the 2025 Reese's Senior Bowl and ran a 4.95 40-yard dash at the 2025 NFL Combine. I got a backup grade on Darius Alexander, but both Tony Mario and the group mock I host on Facebook have Darius Alexander going in the second round.
    
    
    
    The New York Giants have Roy Robertson-Harris as their starting 3-4 right end. Dex Lawrence is the 3-4 nose tackle. Rakeem Nunez-Roches is their 3-4 left end. Darius Alexander is going to start out as the backup 3-4 right end.
    
    
    
66. Kansas City Chiefs: Ashton Gillotte, LE, Louisville A+ Grade
    
    
    Kansas City gets a pass rusher here. Kansas City now has Mike Danna at 4-3 right end, George Karlaftis at 4-3 left end, Felix Anudike-Uzomah as the backup 4-3 right end, and Ashton Gillotte at 4-3 left end.
    
    
    
    The 6-2 269 lb Ashton Gillotte had 23 solo tackles, 22 assisted tackles, 14.5 tackles for a loss, 11 sacks, 6 quarterback hurries, and 3 forced fumbles in 2023. Ashton Gillotte had 23 solo tackles, 20 assisted tackles, 43 total tackles, 10 tackles for a loss, 10 quarterback hurries, and 4.5 sacks in 2024. Even though Ashton Gillotte's sacks plummetted in 2024, his ability to consistently get pressure on the quarterback with tackles for a loss and quarterback hurries remains an asset for any NFL organization. The Kansas City Chiefs are a great scheme fit for Ashton Gillotte as he's my best available player on the board at this point in the third round.
    
    
    
    Ashton Gillotte has the rip and swim moves you want. He's versatile enough to play 4-3 right end, 4-3 left end, 3-4 right outside linebacker, or 3-4 left outside linebacker. He does a good job dropping back into coverage. He just needs to improve his ability as a run stuffer. A defensive end whose more consistent than he appears is well worth the gamble at this point in the third round.
    
    
    
    
    
67. Cleveland Browns: Harold Fannin Jr., TE, Bowling Green A+ Grade
    
    
    Cleveland has David Njoku in a contract year. They prioritized getting a tight end for depth over getting a quarterback.
    
    
    
    The 6-3 238 lb Harold Fannin Jr. had 117 receptions, 1,555 receiving yards, and 10 receiving touchdowns in 2024. Harold Fannin Jr. also showed the ability to run all 30 routes on the route tree.
    
    
    
68. Las Vegas Raiders: Darrien Porter, CB, Iowa State Dry Cornbread Grade
    
    
    The 6-3 195 lb Darrien Porter had a 77/95 for potential, but he ran a 4.30 40-yard dash. That's not even good enough to be a number four cornerback when injuries occur if that rating is where his potential maximizes. I haven't handed out a Dry Cornbread grade in the 2025 NFL Draft after handing 18 different NFL teams Dry Cornbread. The Las Vegas Raiders get the first dry cornbread of the 2025 NFL Draft fresh out of the state of Iowa.
    
    
    
    
    
69. New England Patriots: Kyle Williams, WR, Washington State A+ Grade
    
    
    The 5-10 182 lb Kyle Williams had 70 receptions, 1,198 receiving yards, and 14 receiving touchdowns in 2024. Kyle Williams ran all 30 routes on the route tree making him the eighth different wide receiver in the 2025 NFL Draft to accomplish that.
    
    
    
    New England gets a route tree guy for Drake Maye at wide receiver. I won't be surprised if Kyle Williams ends up becoming the number one or number two wide receiver for New England down the road.
    
    
    
70. Detroit Lions: Isaac TeSlaa, WR, Arkansas A+ Grade
    
    
    Isaac TeSlaa only had 28 receptions, 546 receiving yards, and 3 receiving touchdowns. He did average 19.5 yards per catch and that big play ability is probably why Detroit took him. I also think Dan Campbell sees a little bit of himself as a football player in TeSlaa considering that Campbell was a tight end. There's also rumors that Jameson Williams will get traded. This is a pick that will get an F grade in most circumstances, but I trust Detroit's front office here with Brad Holmes as General Manager.
    
    
    
    
    
71. New Orleans Saints: Vernon Broughton, DT, Texas C- Grade
    
    
    I'm not the biggest Vernon Broughton fan. Brad Noble took him a round later in our group mock and I trust his judgement. I gave Vernon Broughton a 79/99 for potential. He's starting as a third string defensive tackle on the New Orleans Saints depth chart which is where I expected him to end up at.
    
    
    
72. Buffalo Bills: Landon Jackson, LE, Arkansas A+ Grade
    
    
    Buffalo drafted Landon Jackson for depth. A.J. Epenesa and Gregory Rosseau remain the starters at 4-3 right end and 4-3 left end. Joey Bosa is your backup 4-3 right end and Landon Jackson is your backup 4-3 left end.
    
    
    
    The 6-5 273 lb Landon Jackson has 22 solo tackles, 22 assisted tackles, 44 total tackles, 13.5 tackles for a loss, 6.5 sacks, 2 quarterback hurries, and 1 deflection from a pass breakup in 2023. Landon Jackson had 27 solo tackles, 22 assisted tackles, 49 total tackles, 9.5 tackles for a loss, 9 quarterback hurries, 6.5 sacks, 3 deflections from pass breakups, and 1 forced fumble in 2024.
    
    
    
    
    
73. New York Jets: Azareye'h Thomas, CB, Florida State A Grade
    
    
    New York got a cornerback to compliment Ahmad "Sauce" Gardner. Azarey'h Thomas replaces D.J. Reed as the number two boundary cornerback on the New York Jets.
    
    
    
    The 6-1 191 lb Azareye'h Thomas had 21 solo tackles, 8 assisted tackles, 29 total tackles, 10 deflections from pass breakups, 4.5 tackles for a loss, 1 forced fumble, and a 0.5 sack when Florida State went 12-0 in the regular season in 2023. Azareye'h Thomas had 35 solo tackles, 17 assisted tackles, 52 total tackles, 4 deflections from pass breakups, 2 quarterback hurries, 1.5 tackles for a loss, and 1 interception in 2024. I gave Azareye'h Thomas an A+ grade in man coverage, an A- in zone coverage, and an A+ in press coverage.
    
    
    
    Azareye'h Thomas can play in a cover 0, cover 1, cover 2, cover 3, or cover 4 scheme. Azareye'h Thomas does not always lock his eyes on the wide receiver he's covering despite having the skill set to play in every coverage shell.
    
    
    
74. Denver Broncos: Pat Bryant, WR, Illinois D- Grade
    
    
    The 6-2 208 lb Pat Bryant had 54 receptions, 984 receiving yards, and 10 receiviing touchdowns in 2024. Pat Bryant was the number one wide receiver on Illinois, but he doesn't have the route tree Zakari Franklin has.
    
    
    
    Denver reached for Pat Bryant. This was a reach and this is a D- grade.
    
    
    
    
    
75. San Francisco 49ers: Nick Martin, ROLB, Oklahoma State A+ Grade
    
    
    Oklahoma State middle linebacker Nick Martin can play 4-3 right outside linebacker, 4-3 middle linebacker, 4-3 left outside linebacker, and 3-4 middle linebacker. Nick Martin will compete with Dee Winters for the 4-3 right outside linebacker job. The only linebacker ahead of Nick Martin was Danny Stutsman, so I love this value in the third round.
    
    
    
    The 6-0 222 lb Nick Martin had 28 solo tackles, 19 assisted tackles, 47 total tackles, 7.5 tackles for a loss, 5 quarterback hurries, 2 deflections from pass breakups, and 1 sack in 2024.
    
    
    
76. Dallas Cowboys: Shavon Revel Jr., CB, East Carolina A+ Grade
    
    
    The 6-2 194 lb Shavon Revel can play field cornerback or boundary cornerback. Shavon Revel had 29 solo tackles, 25 assisted tackles, 54 total tackles, 12 deflections from pass breakups, 3.5 tackles for a loss, 1 interception, 1 sack, 1 fumble recovery, and 1 defensive touchdown in 2023. Shavon Revel missed the 2024 season due to an injury.
    
    
    
    I gave Shavon Revel an A in man coverage, a B in zone coverage, a B+ grade in press coverage, and a B grade in run stuffing. Shavon Revel is projected to run a 4.44 40-yard dash and can play in a cover 0, cover 1, or cover 2 scheme in man coverage. Shavon Revel is faster than Quincy Riley and Denzel Burke despite not being as complete in coverage.
    
    
    
    Dallas has Trevon Diggs at field cornerback, DaRon Bland at boundary cornerback, Isreal Mukuamu at nickel cornerback, Caelon Carson at dime cornerback, and Shavon Revel Jr. at quarter cornerback. I like Carson and Revel Jr. more than Mukuamu.
    
    
    
    
    
77. Carolina Panthers: Prncely Umanielen, 3-4 LOLB, Ole Miss A+ Grade
    
    
    Carolina got a second starter at pass rusher. Princely Umanmielen will play 3-4 left outside linebacker where he will compliment Nic Scourton at 3-4 right outside linebacker.
    
    
    
    The 6-4 265 lb Princely Umanmielen had 19 solo tackles, 18 assisted tackles, 37 total tackles, 14 quarterback hurries, 13.5 tackles for a loss, and 10.5 sacks in 2024. Princely Umanielen really dominated against Georgia showing the ability to rush the passer, stop the run, drop into coverage, win double teams, won reps as a speed rusher, and showcased a nice swim move. Princely Umanmielen checked every box as a defensive end in that game against Georgia outside of showcasing rip moves on tape. Some were high on Princely in 2023, but I feel much more comfortable about drafting him now after seeing his tape in 2024.
    
    
    
78. Arizona Cardinals: Jordan Burch, 3-4 LE, Oregon A+ Grade
    
    
    Arizona drafts a 3-4 left end for depth on a defensive line that is absolutely stacked as I had a third round grade on Jordan Burch. Jordan Burch can play left end in either a 4-3 or a 3-4 scheme. He can also play right end on either side much like last years prospect Brandon Dorlus.
    
    
    
    The 6-4 291 lb Jordan Burch had 13 solo tackles, 18 assisted tackles, 31 total tackles, 11 tackles for a loss, 8.5 sacks, 6 deflections from pass breakups, and 4 quarterback hurries in 2024. Jordan Burch showed promise in 2023 as I was higher on him than Brandon Dorlus even though Dorlus got drafted. Burch showed he could be the man at Oregon without Dorlus.
    
    
    
    
    
79. Houston Texans: Jaylin Noel, WR, Iowa State A+ Grade
    
    
    Jaylin Noel had a 87/99 for potential he was Iowa State's second best player behind Jayden Higgins who was also drafted by the Texans and if you count Xavier Hutchinson, the Texans have three different Iowa State Cyclones.
    
    
    
    The 5-9 196 lb Jaylin Noel had 80 receptions, 1,194 receiving yards, and 8 receiving touchdowns in 2024. Jaylin Noel ran a 4.39 40-yard dash at the 2025 NFL Combine.
    
    
    
    Jaylin Noel was voted a team captain at Iowa State over Jayden Higgns. Houston could potentially play Jayden Higgins right away at slot receiver if Christian Kirk slips up. I don't expect to see a drop off in the offense with Christian Kirk, Braxton Berrios, Jayden Higgins, and now Jaylin Noel complimenting Nico Collins as wepaons for C.J. Stroud.
    
    
    
80. Indianapolis Colts: Justin Walley, CB, Minnesota A+ Grade
    
    
    The 5-10 190 lb Justin Walley had 25 solo tackles, 17 assisted tackles, 42 total tackles, 10 deflections from pass breakups, 2 interceptions, 2 tackles for a loss, 1 sack, 1 quarterback hurry, and 1 defensive touchdown on a pick 6 in 2024. I gave Justin Walley an A+ grade in man coverage, an A grade in zone coverage, and an A- in press coverage.
    
    
    
    Justin Walley can play in a cover 0, cover 1, cover 2, cover 3, or cover 4 scheme. Justin Walley ran a 4.40 40-yard dash at the 2025 NFL Combine.
    
    
    
    Charvarius Ward is the Indianapolis Colts field cornerback. JuJu Brents, Jaylon Jones, and Justin Walley are all competing for the boundary cornerback job in training camp. Kenny Moore II will remain the nickel. The two losers of that competition will be the dime and quarter cornerbacks on the Indianapolis Colts giving Indianapolis incredible depth at cornerback.
    
    
    
    
    
81. Cincinnati Bengals: Dylan Fairchild, LG, Georgia A+ Grade
    
    
    Dylan Fairchild has a higher ceiling than Cordell Volson. Dylan Fairchild could realistically end up as a day 1 starter for the Cincinnati Bengals. The only guard graded above Fairchild that I have a first round grade on is Clay Webb. I had a second round grade on Dylan Fairchild.
    
    
    
    The 6-5 318 lb Dylan Fairchild has the pass blocking, pass blocking strength, pass blocking footwork, run blocking, run blocking strength, run blocking footwork, zone blocking, pancake blocking, pull blocking, and cut blocking. He would give Cincinnati another starter on the offensive line. Dylan Fairchild and Amarius Mims were teammates on Georgia's offensive line, so his chemistry with the Cincinnati Bengals will be a seamless transition.
    
    
    
82. Tennessee Titans: Kevin Winston Jr., SS, Penn State B- Grade
    
    
    I had five safeties ahead of Kevin Winston Jr. on the board. I did have a third round grade on Kevin Winston Jr., so I will give Tennessee a B- grade here.
    
    
    
    The 6-1 215 lb Kevin Winston Jr. had 34 solo tackles, 27 assisted tackles, 61 total tackles, 5 deflections from pass breakups, 2.5 tackles for a loss, and 1 interception in 2023. Kevin Winston Jr. had 8 solo tackles, 5 assisted tackles, 13 total tackles, and 1 forced fumble in 3 starts before a season ending injury in 2024.
    
    
    
    I gave Kevin Winston Jr. an A grade in man coverage, an A in zone coverage, an A- in press coverage, an A grade in run stuffing, and an A- grade in hard hitting. Kevin Winston Jr. can play in a cover 0, cover 1, cover 2, cover 3, or cover 4 coverage shell and having a star safety with this skill set would be invaluable for the Tennessee Titans.
    
    
    
    
    
83. Pittsburgh Steelers: Kaleb Johnson, RB, Iowa F Grade
    
    
    I didn't even have Kaleb Johnson inside my top 20 for running backs. The Pittsburgh Steelers get an F grade here. Also, this pick managed to stress out Joey as a Browns fan. Talk about a double whammy for the Black and Gold.
    
    
    
    The 6-1 224 lb Kaleb Johnson only had one breakout year at Iowa in three seasons which is why I am much lower on him than the consensus. He's a good outside runner and some who have Kaleb Johnson in their top 32 like my co host Joey will argue he's the best East West runner in the draft.
    
    
    
    Kaleb Johnson had 240 carries, 1,537 rushing yards, 21 rushing touchdowns, 22 receptions, 188 receiving yards, 2 receiving touchdowns, 262 touches, 1,725 total yards, and 23 total tocuhdowns in 2024. He ran a 4.57 at the 2025 NFL Combine.
    
    
    
    Kaleb Johnson struggled his first two years at Iowa. This was the year he broke out, and I'm not sure he will remain at a high level. I see him as a change of pace running back behind Jaylen Warren. However, if Pittsburgh doesn't want to pay Jaylen Warren when he becomes a UFA, then Kaleb Johnson could be the Pittsburgh Steelers bellcow and lead running back on a rookie deal for three more years starting in 2026.
    
    
    
84. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Jacob Parrish, CB, Kansas State C Grade
    
    
    The 5-9 196 lb Jacob Parrish had 40 solo tackles, 10 assisted tackles, 50 total tackles, 7 deflections from pass breakups, 4 quarteback hurries, 2.5 tackles for a loss, and 1 interception in 2024. Jacob Parrish was the number one field cornerback on Kansas State despite his height. He did well at the 2025 Reese's Senior Bowl.
    
    
    
    Jacob Parrish ran a 4.35 at the 2025 NFL Combine. I gave Jacob Parrish an A in man coverage, a B in zone coverage, and a A- in press coverage. He can play in a cover 0, cover 1, or cover 2 coverage shell as a nickel cornerback in the NFL once he develops.
    
    
    
    Jacob Parrish will be the Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarter cornerback. Tampa Bay added Benjamin Morrison to be their dime cornerback and number four cornerback. Jacob Parrish will be Tampa Bay's number five cornerback.
    
    
    
    
    
85. Kansas City Chiefs: Nohl Williams, CB, California A+ Grade
    
    
    The 6-0 199 lb Nohl Williams had 33 solo tackles, 19 assisted tackles, 52 total tackles, 9 deflections from pass breakups, 2 touchdowns, 7 interceptions, 1 tackle for a loss, 1 quarterback hurry, 1 forced fumble, 1 defensive touchdown on a pick 6, 331 kickoff return yards, and 1 kick return for a touchdown. Not only can Nohl Williams be used as a cornerback for depth in Kansas City, he can also play on special teams a kick returner. Nohl Williams led the FBS with 7 interceptions last year.
    
    
    
    Kansas City has Trent McDuffie at field cornerback, Kristian Fulton at boundary cornerback, and Chamarri Conner at nickel cornerback. Jaylen Watson is the dime cornerback. Nohl Williams is the quarter cornerback. Nohl Williams is listed as a backup to Kristian Fulton. Kansas City doesn't have to worry about starting Nohl Williams until 2027 when Trent McDuffie's fifth year tender expires, Kristian Fulton becomes a UFA, and Chamarri Conner becomes a UFA after his rookie deal. Kansas City can take their time developing Nohl Williams over the next two seasons.
    
    
    
86. Los Angeles Chargers: Jamaree Caldwell, NT, Oregon A- Grade
    
    
    I had five defensive tackles graded ahead of Jamaree Caldwell. Deone Walker and Nazir Stackhouse may have been the only two nose tackles among those five that were better scheme fits for the 3-4 than Jamaree Caldwell which is why I will give the Chargers a third straight A- versus giving them a B- as Jamaree Caldwell will rotate snaps at 3-4 nose tackle with Teair Tartt.
    
    
    
    The 6-2 342 lb Jamaree Caldwell had 16 solo tackles, 13 assisted tackles, 29 total tackles, 4.5 tackles for a loss, 3 deflections from pass breakups, and 1 forced fumble in 2024. Jamaree Caldwell knocked Purdue center Gus Hartwig another player I mocked in the fifth round on his ass. Jamaree Caldwell has the potential to be an upgrade over Tartt long-term, but I'm not sure he beats him out for the starting nose tackle job as a rookie. He could come in on third downs to take pressure off of Tartt though making Jamree Caldwell an extremely valuable third round pick.
    
    
    
    
    
87. Green Bay Packers: Savion Williams, WR, TCU D Grade
    
    
    I'm not as high on Savion Williams. I don't believe either of TCU's wide receivers becomes a long-term NFL starter after their rookie contracts.
    
    
    
    New York gets another wide receiver. Savion Williams has great workout numbers, but I'm questioning his ceiling and don't see him being anything more than a backup.
    
    
    
    The 6-4 222 lb Savion Williams had 60 receptions, 611 receiving yards, and 6 receiving touchdowns in 2024. Savion Williams ran a 4.48 40-yard dash at the 2025 NFL Combine.
    
    
    
88. Jacksonville Jaguars: Caleb Ransaw, CB, Tulane B+ Grade
    
    
    The 5-10 196 lb Caleb Ransaw has the versatility to play cornerback, strong safety, or free safety. He's also lined up as a third edge rusher on Tulane and is the best blitzing cornerback in this draft as far as getting pressure on the quarterback goes.
    
    
    
    Caleb Ransaw ran a 4.33 40 yard dash at the 2025 NFL Combine. He also can be used as a punt returner on special teams. If his coverage was on par with his versatility and speed, there's a chance he could have cracked the second round.
    
    
    
    
    
89. Jacksonville Jaguars: Wyatt Milum, LT, West Virginia A- Grade
    
    
    The 6-6 315 lb Wyatt Milum has the pass blocking, run blocking, and zone blocking. He began his career at West Virginia starting out at right tackle before moving to left tackle during his sophomore season. I believe Wyatt Milum needs to improve his pass blocking strength, run blocking strength, pass blocking footwork, and run blocking footwork. He can block effectively regardless of scheme as long as he gets his hands on defenders. The problem is Milum doesn't get his hands on defenders consistently.
    
    
    
    Jacksonville is drafting Wyatt Milum as a sixth man on the offensive line. That's the main reason why I really like the fit. It does feel like a reach in terms of value, but I think it is a better selection than the Caleb Ransaw pick.
    
    
    
90. Los Angeles Rams: Josiah Stewart, 3-4 ROLB, Michigan C Grade
    
    
    Los Angeles replaces Michael Hoecht with Josiah Stewart who enters Los Angeles in a depth role. Jared Verse is the 3-4 right outside linebacker and Byron Young is the 3-4 left outside linebacker complimenting him.
    
    
    
    The 6-5 281 lb Josiah Stewart is a nice backup to have. He might have to lose some weight before he sees the field in a 3-4 defense like the one the Los Angeles Rams run.
    
    
    
    
    
91. Baltimore Ravens: Emery Jones Jr., RT, LSU A+ Grade
    
    The 6-4 315 lb Emery Jones Jr. has has the pass blocking, pass blocking strength, pass blocking footwork, run blocking, run blocking strength, run blocking footwork, zone blocking, pancake blocking, and pull blocking. Emery Jones Jr. needs to develop his cut blocking.
    
    
    
    Emory Jones Jr. is someone who will be a backup right tackle to Roger Rosengarten if injuries occur. He will also be the backup right guard meaning Emery Jones Jr. has the responsibilities of a swing tackle and a swing guard for the Baltimore Ravens right out of the gate.
    
    
    
92. Seattle Seahawks: Jalen Milroe, QB, Alabama A+ Grade
    
    
    William Yanish of Under The Bleachers did this writeup. He had Milroe as his QB1 in this draft.
    
    
    
    With the Seahawks, having signed Sam Darnold and welcomed back Drew Lock this offseason, they have created a rather crowded quarrtback room that also includes Sam Howell.
    
    
    
    Milroe injects some much-needed excitement and athleticism to a team that is searching for its new franchise quarterback to take them back to the promised land.
    
    
    
    He posted a 4.38 40-yard dash at the combine and is likely the best athlete anytime he steps onto the field. Sam Howell figures to be the odd man out, and will likely be traded or cut before the season begins.
    
    
    
    The 6-1 220 lb Jalen Milroe had 2,844 passing yards, 16 passing touchdowns, 726 rushing yards, 20 rushing touchdowns, 3,570 total yards, 36 total touchdowns, 11 interceptions, and a 64.3 completion percentage in 2024. I saw Jalen Milroe make 5/6 progressions at the 2025 Reese's Senior Bowl.
    
    
    
    Jalen Milroe has the arm strength, accuracy, scrambling, and progressions down. He's got to refine his footwork with 1-step drops, 3-step drops, 5-step drops, and 7-step drops if he wants to succeed in the NFL. He also possesses arguably the best deep ball accuracy in the 2025 NFL Draft too.
    
    
    
    
    
93. New Orleans Saints: Jonas Sanker, SS, Virginia B Grade
    
    
    The 6-0 206 lb Jonas Sanker had 65 solo tackles, 33 assisted tackles, 98 total tackles, 8.5 tackles for a loss, 4 deflections from pass breakups, 2 sacks, 1 quarterback hurry, and 1 interception in 2024. Jonas Sanker ran a 4.48 40-yard dash at the 2025 NFL Combine.
    
    
    
    I gave Jonas Sanker an A grade in man coverage, an A+ in zone coverage, a C- in press coverage, a B+ in run stuffing, and a C in tackling. He did miss some tackles on tape, but showed the speed and coverage you want from a starting safety. There's a reason Sanker is the final second round player on my big board. Jonas Sanker can play in a cover 0, cover 1, cover 2, cover 3, and cover 4 scheme.
    
    
    
    Jonas Sanker will be the backup strong safety to Justin Reid. Justin Reid is the perfect mentor to Sanker since he will improve his run stufing and tackling. I had four safeties ahead of Jonas Sanker which is why New Orleans got a B grade here.
    
    
    
94. Cleveland Browns: Dillon Gabriel, QB, Oregon B Grade
    
    
    William did a writeup on Dillon Gabriel too. This was his writeup on Browns quarterback Dillon Gabriel.
    
    
    
    In a rather suprising move, Gabriel punched his ticket to Cleveland over the free-falling Shedeur Sanders. Gabriel is a very experienced, but undersized prospect. It appears the Browns will be waiting another year to draft a starting quality quarterback for their franchise, as the 2026 NFL Draft has a much stronger quarterback class. This is a class that looks to have much more meat at the position than this class.
    
    
    
    Cleveland drafts a third string quarterback to develop for the future behind Joe Flacco and Kenny Pickett. Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel will be the Cleveland Browns third string quarterback. I believe Gabriel will be the third stringer this year and the backup to whoever the Browns draft in 2026 like William stated.
    
    
    
    The 5-10 202 lb Dillon Gabriel had 3,660 passing yards, 30 passing touchdowns, 373 rushing yards, 12 rushing touchdowns, 4,033 total yards, 42 total touchdowns, 6 interceptions, and a 69.3% completion percentage at Oklahoma in 2023. Dillon Gabriel had 3,857 passing yards, 30 passing touchdowns, 149 rushing yards, 7 rushing touchdowns, 4,006 total yards, 37 total touchdowns, and 7 interceptions at Oregon in 2024. Dillon Gabriel led Oregon to an undefeated regular season at quarterback before getting humiliated against the eventual national champion, Ohio State in the quarterfinals of the first 12 team College Football Playoff.
    
    
    
    I posted a film cut of Oklahoma quarterback Dillon Gabriel versus Texas. Dillon Gabriel transferred to Oregon for the 2024 College Football Season.
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
95. New England Patriots: Jared Wilson, C, Georgia A+ Grade
    
    
    The 6-3 310 lb Jared Wilson has the pass blocking, pass blocking strength, pass blocking footwork, run blocking, run blocking strength, run blocking footwork, and zone blocking you want from a center. Jared Wilson could be New England's starting center in 2026 when the contract of Garrett Bradbury expires.
    
    
    
96. Atlanta Falcons: Xavier Watts, SS, Notre Dame A+ Grade
    
    
    William did post a writeup for Xavier Watts. We also discussed him in great detail on Under The Bleachers.
    
    
    
    After a bit of a slide, Watts lands witht eh Falcons and should very well be the starter opposite Jessie Bates III when the season begins. This will create a formidable tandem at the safety positions for Atlanta.
    
    
    
    An absolute ball hawk, Watts had 13 interceptions and 13 pass breakups over the last two seasons starting for the Fighting Irish. Listed a 6-0 204 lbs Watts is slightly undersized, but he is very good at defending the run and should be the starter for years to come in Atlanta. This pick deserves an A+ grade as much as any pick in this draft.
    
    
    
    The 5-11 204 lb Xavier Watts is versatile enough to play strong safety or free safety as I consider him more versatile than Malaki Starks. Xavier Watts had 30 solo tackles, 22 assisted tackles, 52 total tackles, 11 deflections from pass breakups, 7 interceptions, 3 tackles for a loss, and a 0.5 sack in 2023. Xavier Watts had 52 solo tackles, 30 assisted tackles, 82 total tackles, 10 deflections from pass breakups, 6 interceptions, 4 quarrterback hurries, 3.5 tackles for a loss, 1 forced fumble, and 1 defensive touchdown on a pick 6 in 2024. Xavier Watts wowed me on tape to the point where I locked him into the first round moving him ahead of Malaki Starks, who began the year as the top safety in the 2025 NFL Draft.
    
    
    
    I gave Notre Dame safety Xavier Watts an A+ grade in man coverage, an A+ grade in zone coverage, an A grade in press coverage, and a A- in run stuffing. Xavier Watts would be a day 1 starter at strong safety in Atlanta. Atlanta now has Xavier Watts at strong safety and Jessie Bates III at free safety. If James Pearce Jr. and Jalon Walker both pan out at pass rusher, Atlanta may be able to challenge Tampa Bay and Carolina for this division once they get a number two boundary cornerback.
    
    
    
    
    
97. Houston Texans: Jaylin Smith, CB, USC D+ Grade
    
    
    The Minnesota Vikings get this third round compensation pick at 97 for losing quarterback Kirk Cousins. Kirk Cousins signed with the Atlanta Falcons in the 2024 NFL Free Agency Period.
    
    
    
    Houston got a cornerback. The 5-10 182 lb Jaylin Smith ran a 4.45 40-yard dash. Houston reached here, but Jaylin Smith is gonna be in a depth role as a dime cornerback replacing Jeffrey Okudah. That might be the ideal role for him considering my potential grade for him was a 79/99. I view him as a high end backup more so than a starter. Houston extended Derek Stingley Jr. and nickel cornerback Jalen Pitre while Kamari Lassiter is on a rookie deal for three more years too.
    
    
    
98. Las Vegas Raiders: Caleb Rogers, RG, Texas Tech C Grade
    
    
    The Miami Dolphins get this third round compensation pick at 98 for losing right guard Robert Hunt. Robert Hunt signed with the Carolina Panthers during the 2024 NFL Free Agency Period. Miami traded this pick to Las Vegas when moving up for Jonah Savaiinaea.
    
    
    
    The 6-4 313 lb Caleb Rogers has the pass blocking and run blocking you want in a right guard. Pass blocking strength, run blocking strength, pass blocking footwork, run blocking footwork, zone blocking will need refinement. He has potential to be an NFL starter, but I mocked him in the sixth round due to how raw he is. I gave this a C grade.
    
    
    
    
    
99. Las Vegas Raiders: Charles Grant, LT, William & Mary A- Grade
    
    
    The New York Giants get this third round compensation pick at 99 for losing strong safety Xavier McKinney. Xavier McKinney signed with the Green Bay Packers during the 2024 NFL Free Agency Period. New York traded this pick to Houston when moving up for Jaxson Dart in the first round. Houston traded this pick to Las Vegas and when you consider that Houston got their left tackle of the future at 48 while Las Vegas also got a left tackle of the future with this pick they got from Houston at 99, the Texans and Raiders trade at 48 is one example of a win-win trade in the 2025 NFL Draft.
    
    
    
    The 6-5 311 lb Charles Grant pass blocking, pass blocking strength, pass blocking footwork, run blocking, run blocking strength, run blocking footwork, zone blocking, pancake blocking, pull blocking, and cut blocking you want from a left tackle. Spencer Brown had 11 pancake blocks in one game for Northern Iowa before the 2021 NFL Draft. Charles Grant broke that record with 12 pancake blocks in one game.
    
    
    
    Charles Grant can learn under Kolton Miller this year. He will be the Las Vegas Raiders left tackle in 2026 if the Raiders opt to move on from Kolton Miller. Charles Grant was also the final player to get accepted to the 2026 Reese's Senior Bowl.
    
    
    
100. San Francisco 49ers: Upton Stout, CB, Western Kentucky D+ Grade
     
     
     The San Francisco 49ers get this third round compensation pick at 100 for losing defensive coordinator Demeco Ryans and assistant GM Ran Carthon. Demeco Ryans became the Houston Texans head coach while Ran Carton was the Tennessee Titans GM for two years before being fired in January of 2025.
     
     
     
     The 5-8 178 lb Upton Stout had 29 solo tackles, 23 assisted tackles, 52 total tackles, 7.5 tackles for a loss, 3 quarterback hurries, 1 deflecton from a pass breakup, 1 interception, and 1 sack in 2024. Upton Stout ran a 4.44 40-yard dash and did 21 reps on the bench press at the 2025 NFL Combine. Upton Stout can play cornerback, strong safety, or free safety with his versatility.
     
     
     
     I had a seventh round grade on Upton Stout. The versatility he brings bumped this up to a D+ grade.
     
     
     
     
     
101. Denver Broncos: Sai'Von Jones, 3-4 LOLB, LSU D Grade
     
     
     The Los Angeles Rams get this third round compensation pick at 101 for losing defensive coordinator Raheem Morris. Raheem Morris became the Atlanta Falcons head coach. Los Angeles traded htis pick to Atlanta when moving down with Atlanta in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft.
     
     
     
     The 6-5 289 lb Sai'Von Jones will be the backup 3-4 left outside linebacker. Denver now has Jonathon Cooper as their starting 3-4 right outside linebacker and Nik Bonitto as their starting 3-4 left outside linebacker. Jonah Elliss is the backup 3-4 right outside linebacker and Sai'Von Jones is the backup 3-4 left outside linebacker.
     
     
     
102. Minnesota Vikings: Tai Felton, WR, Maryland D Grade
     
     
     The Detroit Lions get this third round compensation pick at 102 for losing defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn. Aaron Glenn became the New York Jets head coach. Minnesota got picks 102 and 142 from Houston after Houston moved up for USC cornerback Jaylin Smith which is the only reach the Houston Texans made this entire draft. We had one example of a win-win trade between Houston and Las Vegas. This is a lose-lose trade between Houston and Minnesota.
     
     
     
     The 6-0 186 lb Tai Felton had 96 receptions, 1,194 receiving yards, and 9 receiving touchdowns in 2024. Tai Felton ran a 4.37 at the 2025 NFL Combine. I don't see anything more than a backup wide receiver. This is the first wide receiver Minnesota has drafted out of Maryland since Stefon Diggs 10 years ago in the 2025 NFL Draft.