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2025 Draft Prospects

leebigeztx said:
Yeah, I like Restrepo alot. His yac and he's a beast on those jerk routes. I just don't know where to draft him honestly. 2nd rd maybe? I don't think he's lasting to the 3rd. I actually think Metchie would be a pretty good slot guy, never thought of him as anything other.
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I like Restrepo a lot , but after drafting Metchie I want a guy that threatens defenses deep. Arian Smith is my 3rd, 4th rd guy. I'm also adding a vet wr in FA.
 
leebigeztx said:
Listening to Meco and Nic. I think they're looking for a true slot. The oc sounds like the CJ needs that safety blanket and use the big over routes behind the jerk / inside routes.
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Jaylin Noel in the 3rd should be their guy, if Bech isn't there at 2-58. Restrepo should also be on the board. Me, Arian Smith is my guy because when Nico goes down again at least there will be a WR on the team that can still stretch the field. Although I can understand their thinking.
 
leebigeztx said:
Listening to Meco and Nic. I think they're looking for a true slot. The oc sounds like the CJ needs that safety blanket and use the big over routes behind the jerk / inside routes.
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Orande Gadsden II is 6-3 @ 247 lbs. He played WR in his first season at Syracuse, but was transitioned to TE/Slot WR and returned 969 yards which the top TE receiving yards for the 2022 CFB season. Injured in 2023. Turned in 934 yards on 73 receptions this season. He’s also a decent blocker. As a full time SWR…he’d probably become an awesome blocker.
 
OptimisticTexan said:
Orande Gadsden II is 6-3 @ 247 lbs. He played WR in his first season at Syracuse, but was transitioned to TE/Slot WR and returned 969 yards which the top TE receiving yards for the 2022 CFB season. Injured in 2023. Turned in 934 yards on 73 receptions this season. He’s also a decent blocker. As a full time SWR…he’d probably become an awesome blocker.
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Avery good receiver who will probably be very good in 2-3 yrs as his blocking develops.
 
steelbtexan said:
Jaylin Noel in the 3rd should be their guy, if Bech isn't there at 2-58. Restrepo should also be on the board. Me, Arian Smith is my guy because when Nico goes down again at least there will be a WR on the team that can still stretch the field. Although I can understand their thinking.
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That's where Darius Slayton comes in. Smith is very, very raw with questionable hands. Restrepo to me is the full time slot with big yac because he attacks leverage. Smith is cool like the kid from Bama last year, but he's a spot player right now. I think Restrepo can come in and get you 50 for 750 off the rip.
 
OptimisticTexan said:
Orande Gadsden II is 6-3 @ 247 lbs. He played WR in his first season at Syracuse, but was transitioned to TE/Slot WR and returned 969 yards which the top TE receiving yards for the 2022 CFB season. Injured in 2023. Turned in 934 yards on 73 receptions this season. He’s also a decent blocker. As a full time SWR…he’d probably become an awesome blocker.
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If you're gonna do that, just draft Fannin Jr of Bowling Green?
 
badboy said:
No offense, I just don't see how you can watch Restrepo and not be impressed. 30 of 41 targets [77.5%] over the middle 0-19 yards. Pure slot with last two seasons over 1,000.
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He’s a slot only. Doesn’t look very fast. (Will be interesting to see what he runs at the combine.) not a quick twitch guy either. He played in a well schemed system that got him wide open a lot. Didn’t see him get consistent separation with his route running. I think he’s going to have a hard time in the pros. Quick twitch nickel backs will shut him down. Feasted on a lot of low level competition.

Having said that, I don’t hate the guy. He has great hands. Plays tough. Finds soft spots in zone as good as anyone in this draft. Just don’t think he is what his numbers suggest. I’d draft him in the 5th round. Hey wouldn’t be the first time I’m wrong. Just telling you what I see.
 
mussop said:
He’s a slot only. Doesn’t look very fast. (Will be interesting to see what he runs at the combine.) not a quick twitch guy either. He played in a well schemed system that got him wide open a lot. Didn’t see him get consistent separation with his route running. I think he’s going to have a hard time in the pros. Quick twitch nickel backs will shut him down. Feasted on a lot of low level competition.

Having said that, I don’t hate the guy. He has great hands. Plays tough. Finds soft spots in zone as good as anyone in this draft. Just don’t think he is what his numbers suggest. I’d draft him in the 5th round. Hey wouldn’t be the first time I’m wrong. Just telling you what I see.
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You just described Welker coming out of Texas Tech.
 
mussop said:
He’s a slot only. Doesn’t look very fast. (Will be interesting to see what he runs at the combine.) not a quick twitch guy either. He played in a well schemed system that got him wide open a lot. Didn’t see him get consistent separation with his route running. I think he’s going to have a hard time in the pros. Quick twitch nickel backs will shut him down. Feasted on a lot of low level competition.

Having said that, I don’t hate the guy. He has great hands. Plays tough. Finds soft spots in zone as good as anyone in this draft. Just don’t think he is what his numbers suggest. I’d draft him in the 5th round. Hey wouldn’t be the first time I’m wrong. Just telling you what I see.
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Exactly! He is a pure slot that catches everything in his target area. HIs average per catch is amazing and he rarely drops anything. I think that is exactly what Nick and Ryan's want. Hopefully, OC will have a well-schemed offense. That's why he was hired after the last guy.
 
OptimisticTexan said:
Gadsden II is actually a little heavier, maybe a second faster, a better blocker, and he’s lined up at WR / SWR. I might even save a RD taking Gadsden.
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I've seen Fannin up close and personal. Penn St couldn't guard him, TAMU neither. I mean he had over 1500 yards. He's a matchup problem. At tight end, they just need a willing, functional blocker. When you think of Kelce, Gates, Sharpe, Gonzales, you never talk about blocking. If the oline do their job,then the te is beating his man in a route.
 
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Well it looks like SS- Nick Emmanwori (South Carolina / 6-3 @ 220 lbs) absolutely delivered at the Combine.

After his performance (4.38-40 / Vertical 43” / Broad Jump 11’-6”) it’ll be interesting to see if he could remain on the board to pick 25.

Kiper’s Mock draft had him going to the Ravens at 27 and another had him landing with the Lions at 28. I truly hope Ryans coch-blocks the likes of the Ravens or Lions getting to add another star to their defenses if he’s still on the board at 25.
 
OptimisticTexan said:
Well it looks like SS- Nick Emmanwori (South Carolina / 6-3 @ 220 lbs) absolutely delivered at the Combine.

After his performance (4.38-40 / Vertical 43” / Broad Jump 11’-6”) it’ll be interesting to see if he could remain on the board to pick 25.

Kiper’s Mock draft had him going to the Ravens at 27 and another had him landing with the Lions at 28. I truly hope Ryans coch-blocks the likes of the Ravens or Lions getting to add another star to their defenses if he’s still on the board at 25.
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Ravens or Lions would trade ahead of Texans, it happens every draft. Texans needs/desire to predictable.
 
Man Taj Felton has looked great at the combine. Big fast and looks like he has good hands in these drills. Supposedly good after the catch. I'm going to look a little deeper at him next week. Jayden Higgins speed surprised me. He should move up to somewhere in the 4th rd.

On another note, according to NFL Rumors, Micheal Mayer is on the block. I would give up 4-115 for him.
 
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JB said:
I would rather use that pick on someone like Hawe
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Mayer was very good as a rookie in both blocking and proven to be a consistent catcher of the football. Particularly in contested catches, give me the proven over the unproven for 4-115. He certainly would be an improvement in helping out the OL as well as consistent catching of the football.
 
OptimisticTexan said:
Well it looks like SS- Nick Emmanwori (South Carolina / 6-3 @ 220 lbs) absolutely delivered at the Combine.

After his performance (4.38-40 / Vertical 43” / Broad Jump 11’-6”) it’ll be interesting to see if he could remain on the board to pick 25.

Kiper’s Mock draft had him going to the Ravens at 27 and another had him landing with the Lions at 28. I truly hope Ryans coch-blocks the likes of the Ravens or Lions getting to add another star to their defenses if he’s still on the board at 25.
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He plays to those numbers too. Looking at the dt,wr,and rb depth, he's my guy. Texans can get high value dt's in the 3rd rd.
 
leebigeztx said:
He plays to those numbers too. Looking at the dt,wr,and rb depth, he's my guy. Texans can get high value dt's in the 3rd rd.
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I like him a lot too and wont be upset at all if he's the pick, but I think he goes right around where the Texans are going to be picking at 1-26. I'm hoping they find a long term starter like they guys I've mentioned at that spot. Then draft a guy like Mukuba in the 2nd or Winston from Penn St. in the 3rd. That would be a better use of draft resources.

Depending on who's there trading down is what I expect Caserio to do. Emmanwori is the type of guy that teams may be willing to trade up for. I could also see something like this happening. Texans trade 1-26 for 2-38 a 6th and Micheal Mayer so they can trade up into the 1st to pick their QB of the future and get the 5th yr option.

Watching the WR's run and Thorton just ran a 4.30.

Noel who I really like in the 4th just ran a 4.39 and probably will be gone before 4-115. but after 3-89. Guys a great slot guy who is versatile enough to play outside.

Issac TeSlaa just ran a 4.44 at 6'3.5, 214 lbs and he really impressed me with his hands at the Sr. Bowl. Big slot guy will probably be there in the 5th.
 
I'm not as high on Emmanwori, but his athleticism is off the charts. At his height, I suspect his lateral agility isn't the best and thus he didn't participate in those drills. He's a pure box safety adding value in defending the run or roaming the shallow middle which is a weakness on this team. I just hope he ends up better than Melifonwu who was another big, athletic safety a few years back.
 
steelbtexan said:
I like him a lot too and wont be upset at all if he's the pick, but I think he goes right around where the Texans are going to be picking at 1-26. I'm hoping they find a long term starter like they guys I've mentioned at that spot. Then draft a guy like Mukuba in the 2nd or Winston from Penn St. in the 3rd. That would be a better use of draft resources.

Depending on who's there trading down is what I expect Caserio to do. Emmanwori is the type of guy that teams may be willing to trade up for. I could also see something like this happening. Texans trade 1-26 for 2-38 a 6th and Micheal Mayer so they can trade up into the 1st to pick their QB of the future and get the 5th yr option.

Watching the WR's run and Thorton just ran a 4.30.

Noel who I really like in the 4th just ran a 4.39 and probably will be gone before 4-115. but after 3-89. Guys a great slot guy who is versatile enough to play outside.

Issac TeSlaa just ran a 4.44 at 6'3.5, 214 lbs and he really impressed me with his hands at the Sr. Bowl. Big slot guy will probably be there in the 5th.
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WR- Dont’e Thornton Jr has delivered as well. I’ve been saying he’s like another Nico Collins….only a bit faster. He’s also 6-5 @ 205 lbs. His stock has gone way up.

RB- Dylan Sampson should deliver as well when he runs the 40 at the Tennessee Pro Day.

I Mocked a combination of WR- Jayden Higgins (Iowa State) and WR- Dont’e Thornton Jr (Tennessee) too many times to count.
 
KoolAid Sipper said:
I'm not as high on Emmanwori, but his athleticism is off the charts. At his height, I suspect his lateral agility isn't the best and thus he didn't participate in those drills. He's a pure box safety adding value in defending the run or roaming the shallow middle which is a weakness on this team. I just hope he ends up better than Melifonwu who was another big, athletic safety a few years back.
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You must haven't seen him play. He's not a box safety, he's a big safety who covers alot of ground and high points the ball. He can play middle, hash, or man up on TE's. Texans pass him and he'll be in Baltimore with Kyle Hamilton
 
In the immortal words of a sadistic Max Cady, portrayed by Robert Mitchum in 1962's Cape Fear .... "Now, I like that bedda" ! ..... . ( in reference to Gregory Peck's character) .... concerning evaluations .... finally, of the the offensive linemen. I know, I know .... ya'll are burnt out, but I'm stoked !! :scarygirl:
 
leebigeztx said:
He plays to those numbers too. Looking at the dt,wr,and rb depth, he's my guy. Texans can get high value dt's in the 3rd rd.
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Same can be said for safeties. Fortunately, defensive tackles, wide receivers and safeties are deep. Each of us have our favorites of course. I think if Caserio and Demico have a guy they like that's available they were going to grab him and not take chances on getting a comparable player later.

I can still see trade downs.
 
I’m curious on what everyone’s thoughts are on OL testing at the combine. Are they important to you or do you not really care what the numbers are if you like the tape?

Tyler Booker’s number aren’t really good, but he’s a mauler. He’s not my 1st choice for OL in the first round, but I’m not opposed to him either.
 
KoolAid Sipper said:
I'm not as high on Emmanwori, but his athleticism is off the charts. At his height, I suspect his lateral agility isn't the best and thus he didn't participate in those drills. He's a pure box safety adding value in defending the run or roaming the shallow middle which is a weakness on this team. I just hope he ends up better than Melifonwu who was another big, athletic safety a few years back.
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Emmanwori has the laterals and could play cornerback just like I said about Kalen Bullock when we got him. There would be some small, more quick corners who could give an amount of worry [ thanks spell check] to Emmanwori but every player can be beaten.
 
leebigeztx said:
You must haven't seen him play. He's not a box safety, he's a big safety who covers alot of ground and high points the ball. He can play middle, hash, or man up on TE's. Texans pass him and he'll be in Baltimore with Kyle Hamilton
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Amen. This guy is really, really good.. but so is Jahdee Barron who can start at any DB position. My position is we need a starting wide receiver of great quality more than we need a safety or a defensive tackle. I just have Matthew golden locked in at 25. I will not complain if another high quality player is taken.
 
TexansFan15 said:
I’m curious on what everyone’s thoughts are on OL testing at the combine. Are they important to you or do you not really care what the numbers are if you like the tape?

Tyler Booker’s number aren’t really good, but he’s a mauler. He’s not my 1st choice for OL in the first round, but I’m not opposed to him either.
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Usually for me offensive linemen are not of high focus in the combine. I just don't see them doing much other than lifts at 225 that impresses and even that does not rule me out necessarily on one. I just don't see them drafting one until day 3 if then.
 
leebigeztx said:
You must haven't seen him play. He's not a box safety, he's a big safety who covers alot of ground and high points the ball. He can play middle, hash, or man up on TE's. Texans pass him and he'll be in Baltimore with Kyle Hamilton
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I'll admit that I've only watched 2 South Carolina games this year (Ole Miss and Clemson) and he didn't seem to play to the level that his absurd athleticism suggests. If he's the pick, no doubt DeMeco will use him well, I just have WR, IDL and IOL higher on the needs list (in no parrticular order).
 
badboy said:
Usually for me offensive linemen are not of high focus in the combine. I just don't see them doing much other than lifts at 225 that impresses and even that does not rule me out necessarily on one. I just don't see them drafting one until day 3 if then.
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Well, they're hard to relate to them and what they are physically capable of .... they are so damn big .... but I get a charge out of watching them and how they move .... they're still athletes !
 
justmy2cents said:
Well, they're hard to relate to them and what they are physically capable of .... they are so damn big .... but I get a charge out of watching them and how they move .... they're still athletes !
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I understand but that's where game film on those positions is so important. The combine for me is sort of like ice cream on the Strawberry Shortcake.
 
badboy said:
Amen. This guy is really, really good.. but so is Jahdee Barron who can start at any DB position. My position is we need a starting wide receiver of great quality more than we need a safety or a defensive tackle. I just have Matthew golden locked in at 25. I will not complain if another high quality player is taken.
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I hear you, but look at the teams safety,nickel,and MLB coverage grades. Wr's are just as deep.
 
TexansFan15 said:
I’m curious on what everyone’s thoughts are on OL testing at the combine. Are they important to you or do you not really care what the numbers are if you like the tape?

Tyler Booker’s number aren’t really good, but he’s a mauler. He’s not my 1st choice for OL in the first round, but I’m not opposed to him either.
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I try to judge helmet ,but those Bama ol have been avg at best
 
leebigeztx said:
I try to judge helmet ,but those Bama ol have been avg at best
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I like Jackson slightly over Booker, but Booker is a people mover. Tell me what type of offense Caley's going to run and I'll tell you which guy I like the best. They're very close. Both Jackson and Booker are really smart guys, something that was really missing from the OL last yr.
 
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