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Four sports leagues reportedly support a bill that would help limit the use of unauthorized drones at sports stadiums.

Per ESPN's Tisha Thompson, the NFL, MLB, NCAA and NASCAR are all in favor of the Disabling Enemy Flight Entry and Neutralizing Suspect Equipment (DEFENSE) Act, a bill that would allow state and local law enforcement to disable drones during sporting events.

According to Thompson, the use of unauthorized drones at sporting events has "become an increasing threat."

The bill is sponsored by Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) and Sen. Jacky Rosen (D-Nevada).

"Local law enforcement already protects the perimeter of these events," Cotton said, per Thompson. "We already expect them to stop a dump truck that would cause harm, so we need to also give them the tools to protect the airspace from weapons and biological threats."

According to Thompson, federal law can only disable unauthorized drones at events such as the Super Bowl, the World Series, the Rose Bowl and the Boston Marathon. Most events don't have federal law enforcement with legal authorization to disable drones on sight.

According to Cotton, federal agents only account for a small portion of law enforcement at sporting events. He said sporting events "need these local and state authorities to protect the restricted airspace."

If passed, the new bill would apply only to sporting events with temporary flight restrictions. That includes stadiums and ballparks with more than 30,000 people and outdoor events with more than 100,000 people, meaning all NFL, MLB and NCAA Division 1 football games would fall under the umbrella, as would all NASCAR, IndyCar and Champ Series races, per Thompson.

The bill would also mean law enforcement officers would have to partake in counter-drone training and federal agents would have to create a list of "approved drone mitigation technology."

According to Thompson, the NFL reported more than 2,800 drones in restricted airspace in 2023.

During the 2024 AFC Championship Game between the Baltimore Ravens and Kansas City Chiefs, a drone flew into restricted airspace, forcing the league to pause the game temporarily. The operator pleaded guilty to violating national defense airspace, according to Thompson.

In January, the AFC wild-card matchup between the Ravens and Pittsburgh Steelers also came to a brief halt because of a drone over the stadium. The pilot of that drone is facing several federal charges, per Thompson.

HEIGHT: 6'1"

WEIGHT: 212

HAND: 8⅞"

ARM: 31⅜"

WINGSPAN: 75"

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POSITIVES

— Strong and reliable-handed pass catcher.

— Good route runner and separator with intentional movement skills.

— Tough and physical high-pointing, ball winner; reels in contested catches routinely.

— Short area quickness and burst to create space with his routes.

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NEGATIVES

— Average top-end/long speed to be a consistent vertical outside receiveing threat.

— Lacks the ideal explosiveness to put defenders on their heels.

— One year of production over four years at the collegiate level.

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NOTES

— Born Feb. 18, 2002

— 3-Star recruit in 2021 class, per 247Sports

— 2024: Second-Team All-Big 12; Biletnikoff Award Semifinalist

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OVERALL

If you want a selfless, team-first playmaker, look no further than Jack Bech. He has experience playing both tight end and wide receiver during his freshman year at LSU.

This season, Bech emerged as a highly effective pass catcher. As a route runner, he is an efficient and intentional mover to create separation. You will not see all of the fancy footwork at the line of scrimmage; he relies on sudden jab steps to move his defender and creates space to enter the vertical stretch phase of his route. Bech is quicker than fast and uses it to break free from his defender. He runs routes with little wasted movement at the top of his routes. He is a well-tempered route runner who plays at his own pace; he will lull defenders to sleep before separating at the breakpoint of his routes. When the ball is in the air, he attacks it with a ferocious mentality, bringing those contested catches in. He can be a quarterback's best friend on third downs.

He meets press alignment/bump-and-run coverage with physicality. He uses his hands well to counter the defensive back's punches in the contact window. Bech is strong, and he works through that contact well enough to still get open in a timely manner. That short-area quickness aids him in creating space quickly against man coverage.

Bech's toughness and physical play style show up as a perimeter blocker and after the catch. He does a good job sealing defenders and giving his running backs space to work on the perimeter. After the catch, he runs hard and with good strength to gain as many yards after contact as possible. He doesn't mind being a middle-of-the-field collision player and chain mover.

However, Bech won't wow anyone in the speed department. He is not an explosive mover and lacks the burst to step on defensive backs' toes, pushing vertically. Bech's top-end speed is adequate at best. He is quick but will not win many foot races against NFL perimeter corners. He is a first-year breakout player, and one year of production raises eyebrows inside NFL buildings.

Overall, Jack Bech projects as a power slot, possession receiver who will thrive working the horizontal route concepts like crossers, dig/daggers, inside hitches, over routes, etc. Bech can become the glue guy for an NFL passing offense and handle the dirty work route concepts in the middle of the field with defenders converging from their landmarks. If a team can work past his athletic shortcomings, they will have a potential productive possession-style receiver.

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GRADE: 7.5

OVERALL RANK: 59

POSITION RANK: WR8

PRO COMPARISON: Shades of Puka Nacua

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Written by B/R NFL Scout Dame Parson

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Prospect workout numbers, measurables (40-yard dash, hand size, etc.) and 2024 statistics will be added at a later date.

HEIGHT: 6'3"

WEIGHT: 314

HAND: 10½"

ARM: 35¼"

WINGSPAN: 83⅜”

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40-YARD DASH: 5.11

VERTICAL: 29"

BROAD: 9'4"

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POSITIVES

— Good size with a thick build and great arm length. Impressive athleticism and quickness for his size, too.

— Decent at timing up the snap and has good acceleration off the ball to get penetration with his get-off.

— When he keeps his pads down and shoots his hands, he has plenty of upper body strength to stand up interior offensive linemen and lock them out to get great extension on blocks with his long arms.

— Can make tackles with offensive linemen hanging onto him.

— Has the strength and size to be an effective bull rusher when he keeps his pads down and shoots his hands.

— Flashed solid swim and cross-chop moves as a pass rusher.

— High motor effort player who will get coverage sacks and factor into gang tackles.

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NEGATIVES

— Often plays with high pad level/stands up out of his stance.

— Has wide hand placement as a run defender, exposing his chest to offensive linemen and making it difficult to consistently take advantage of his long arms. Also impacts his ability to disengage from blocks.

— Struggles to stay in his gap against double teams due to the two factors mentioned above and playing with a narrow base.

— Lacks some rotational strength to keep his shoulders square and avoid getting reached or scooped.

— Sub-par pad level also hurts his ability to consistently be effective with a bull rush.

— Often late with his hands as a pass-rusher and struggles to work the offensive lineman's hands.

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NOTES

— A 3-star recruit in the 2020 class, per 247Sports

— Injuries: 2023 (Thumb, offseason surgery, missed bowl game and 2024 spring practice), 2024 (Undisclosed, limited in 1 game)

— 2022: Honorable Mention Freshman All-American; All-ACC Academic Team

— 2023: Second-Team All-ACC; All-ACC Academic Team

— 2024: Honorable Mention All-ACC, Fourth-Team All-ACC

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OVERALL

Joshua Farmer has many traits that NFL teams covet. He has good size with very long arms and impressive quickness and lateral movement skills. That gives him a high ceiling at the next level.

Farmer stands out the most as a run defender. When he shoots his hands straight from the ground, he's hard to move with one-on-one blocks and has plenty of upper-body strength to lock out offensive linemen and take advantage of those long arms. Also, he can get penetration when slanting with his quickness and agility.

However, the Florida State product has a tough time staying in his gap against double teams and combo blocks. His pad level and hand placement are inconsistent which exposes his chest, and he takes on blocks with a narrow base. He also doesn't anticipate double-teams well.

As a pass-rusher, Farmer wins in flashes rather than being a consistent producer. His sub-par pad level reduces the effectiveness and consistency of his bull rush and he's often late with his hands. Additionally, he could afford to mix up his pass-rush plan more often as he tries to bullrush too regularly. He's shown solid cross-chop and swim moves and has the athleticism to put together a few finesse moves but rarely uses them.

Overall, Farmer has the profile of someone who could be a good NFL interior defensive lineman but may need some time to develop. That could cause him to get drafted higher than expected if a team is willing to bet on his traits. Schematically, he has some position versatility after lining up everywhere from a nose tackle to a 3-technique in college.

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GRADE: 6.9 (Potential Role Player — 4th Round)

OVERALL RANK: 116

POSITION RANK: DL12

PRO COMPARISON: Carlos Watkins

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Written by B/R NFL Scout Matt Holder

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Prospect workout numbers, measurables (40-yard dash, hand size, etc.) and 2024 statistics will be added at a later date.

HEIGHT: 6'4"

WEIGHT: 305

HAND: 10¼"

ARM: 34"

WINGSPAN: 82⅞” 

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40-YARD DASH: 4.95

3-CONE: 7.6

SHUTTLE: 4.79

VERTICAL: 31.5"

BROAD: 9'3"

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POSITIVES

— Good size and long arms for an NFL defensive tackle.

— Takes on blocks with solid pad level and a wide base and is decent at absorbing contact to stay in his gap against combo blocks and double teams.

— Keeps his hands tight as a run defender, has the strength to win at the point of attack and create statements at the line of scrimmage against one-on-one blocks from offensive linemen.

— Can make tackles with linemen hanging onto him.

— Has a solid swim move that he can win with as a pass-rusher.

— When he gets off the ball and goes straight into the offensive lineman, he has the strength to collapse the pocket when bullrushing.

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NEGATIVES

— Long strider and not explosive off the line of scrimmage, hurting his get-off.

— Has a habit of doing too much dancing at the line when bullrushing.

— Hips are a little stiff to clear his lower half and get clean wins as a pass-rusher.

— Needs to rush with more of a plan, could afford to add some countermoves to his arsenal.

— Lack of agility and foot quickness makes him susceptible to getting reached.

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NOTES

— A 3-star recruit in the 2019 class, per 247Sports

— Injuries: 2024 (Undisclosed, miss 1 game)

— 2024: Second-Team All-MAC; Named National team's top defensive lineman at Senior Bowl

— 2023: Third-Team All-MAC

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OVERALL

Darius Alexander has the potential to become a solid every-down defensive tackle at the next level. He's an impressive run defender who can defeat one-on-one blocks with his strength at the point of attack and can stay in his gap against double teams. As a pass-rusher, he has a solid swim move and can collapse the pocket when bull rushing, he fires off the ball.

That's part of how Alexander proved himself against a higher level of competition and stood out at the Senior Bowl. However, he looked quicker and more agile in Moblie than during the season. He tested well at the NFL Combine with a 9.14 RAS, so he's a better athlete than what was seen during the 2024 campaign.

Schematically, the former Rocket would be best as a 3-technique in even fronts. While he has the potential to start in year one or two, teams could view him as a low-ceiling type of prospect, given his age. No date of birth has been confirmed, but Alexander was a sixth-year senior and in the 2019 recruiting class, which means he'll be a 24-year-old rookie.

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GRADE: 7.3 (High-Level Backup/Potential Starter — 3rd Round)

OVERALL RANK: 79

POSITION RANK: DL7

PRO COMPARISON: David Onyemata

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Written by B/R NFL Scout Matt Holder

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Prospect workout numbers, measurables (40-yard dash, hand size, etc.) and 2024 statistics will be added at a later date.

HEIGHT: 6'5"

WEIGHT: 289

HAND: 10⅛"

ARM: 33½"

WINGSPAN: 82⅜”

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40-YARD DASH: 4.74

VERTICAL: 33"

BROAD: 9'11"

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POSITIVES

— Good block recognition as a run defender to put himself in a good position to take on blocks.

— When he keeps his hands tight against the run, he has the upper body strength and arm length to get extension against offensive linemen.

— Can close the gap with tight ends and offensive tackles who lean at the point of attack.

— Decent at getting off blocks against offensive linemen.

— Has solid power as a pass-rusher to collapse the pocket versus tackles, and has shown a solid rip move to win around the edge and help recover when he misses with his hands.

— Active hands when rushing the passer.

— Good pass-rush motor to get coverage sacks and a hustle player overall.

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NEGATIVES

— Sub-par athlete overall, making it difficult for him to play on the edge in the NFL.

— Often late to react to the snap and lacks acceleration off the line of scrimmage.

— Could afford to be more physical at the point of attack.

— Inconsistent with his hand placement as a run defender, often landing too wide and exposing his chest.

— Accuracy with his hands when rushing the passer is poor, often missing and allowing offensive linemen to make the first significant contact.

— Struggles to break down in the backfield and lacks lateral movement skills, making it difficult to bring down shifty running backs and quarterbacks.

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NOTES

— Born Jul. 3, 2003

— A 4-star recruit in the 2021 class, per 247Sports

— Injuries: didn't suffer any major injuries in college but he was born with a rare breathing disorder and had a tracheotomy tube placed into his neck at three months old

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OVERALL

Sai'von Jones was primarily used as an edge defender at LSU but would be better suited on the inside as more of a 4i- to 3-technique in the NFL. He lined up on the interior at the Senior Bowl and had success in both phases of the game. Also, he's not a good athlete or fluid mover but does have impressive size and strength.

Jones has good block recognition as a run defender and enough upper-body strength to lock out offensive linemen and win at the point of attack. When rushing the passer, he has solid power to collapse the pocket with a bull rush and has shown a decent rip move to win around the edge.

However, the LSU product is still learning how to use his long arms to his advantage in both phases of the game. He showed improvement this season but does have a habit of using wide hand placement against the run and is pretty inaccurate with his hands when rushing the passer.

Overall, Jones is a developmental prospect, especially if he's going to play a different position in the pros. However, there could be a team that likes his physical traits and is willing to be patient and work with him on the interior defensive line.

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GRADE: 6.3 (Developmental Prospect — 5th Round)

OVERALL RANK: 187

POSITION RANK: DL18

PRO COMPARISON: William Gholston

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Written by B/R NFL Scout Matt Holder

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Prospect workout numbers, measurables (40-yard dash, hand size, etc.) and 2024 statistics will be added at a later date.

HEIGHT: 6'2"

WEIGHT: 246

HAND: 10"

ARM: 33¼"

WINGSPAN: 80½”

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40-YARD DASH: 4.58

3-CONE: 7.12

SHUTTLE: 4.25

VERTICAL: 31.5"

BROAD: 9'10"

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POSITIVES

— Solid size with a thick build and good arm length.

— Has good instincts as a run defender to quickly key and diagnose plays and get into the right position.

— Takes on blocks with his hands and has the strength and length to get extension on blocks.

— Also defeats blocks with his hands well and has a decent rip move to beat offensive linemen climbing to the second level.

— Drops his pads and wraps up when tackling. Long arms increase tackling range/radius which helps when making open field tackles.

— Solid linear acceleration when crashing downhill as a run defender or to help click and close in zone coverage.

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NEGATIVES

— Poor awareness in zone coverage, he doesn't locate threats coming into his area well and often isn't in a position to cover his area.

— Lack of agility/lateral movement skills makes it difficult for him to tighten throwing windows and play the ball in the air.

— Has tight hips and sub-par change of direction skills to cover shifty running backs in man coverage.

— Will get beat to the flat when covering backs out of the backfield.

— Angles toward the sideline are often too deep, leading to over-pursues.

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NOTES

— Born Jul. 21, 2000

— A 3-star recruit in the 2019 class as a dual-threat quarterback, per 247Sports

— No major injuries

— Played at Georgia Tech from 2019 to 2022 until he was dismissed from the team four games into the 2022 season, transferred to Charlotte in 2023 and then to South Carolina for this past season.

— 2024: Honorable Mention All-SEC

— 2023: First-Team All-AAC, second in AAC in tackles (96)

— Three-time ACC Academic Honor Roll

— Cousins with three-time Pro Bowl cornerback DeAngelo Hall

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OVERALL

Demetrius Knight Jr. is a former dual-threat quarterback and a six-year senior which shows up in his instincts against the run. He's quick to key and diagnose, recognizes when he can shoot gaps, is good at mirror running backs on zone runs and can sift through the trash to make tackles.

Knight also takes on blocks with his hands, has good arm length and upper body strength to get extension and escape against offensive linemen. Additionally, his long arms increase his tackle radius/range as the former Gamecock has very few flaws as a run defender.

However, Knight isn't very fluid and has limited lateral movement skills that impact his ability to cover tight ends and running backs in man coverage. Also, he has bad eye discipline in zone coverage, often getting manipulated by quarterbacks and caught out of his area. So, he's more of a two-down linebacker at the next level.

Overall, Knight would be a good fit as an inside linebacker in either odd or even fronts. But teams may view him as a low-ceiling prospect as he's older, turning 25 years old before his rookie season.

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GRADE: 7.2 (High-Level Backup/Potential Starter — 3rd Round)

OVERALL RANK: 89

POSITION RANK: LB6

PRO COMPARISON: Reggie Ragland

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Written by B/R NFL Scout Matt Holder

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Prospect workout numbers, measurables (40-yard dash, hand size, etc.) and 2024 statistics will be added at a later date.

HEIGHT: 5'11"

WEIGHT: 180

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POSITIVES

— Dynamic athlete with an explosive burst and acceleration to blow past pursuing defenders.

— Fluid and easy mover; clean route transitions for good separation.

— Dangerous after the catch, suddenness to transition from receiver to runner.

— Vertical threat with elite top-end speed.

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NEGATIVES

— Underwhelming play strength to fend off physical coverage defenders.

— Catch radius is limited and cannot be relied upon in contested catch situations.

— An undersized frame limits his upside as a play-side run blocker.

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NOTES

— Born Mar. 15, 2004

— 4-star recruit in 2022 class, per 247Sports

— Georgia 6A state champion in 100-meter (10.51) and 200-meter (21.19)

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OVERALL

Isaiah Bond is an undersized pass-catcher who exemplifies elite speed.

Bond is an explosive and electric playmaker with the speed to strike fear in the hearts of defenses. He is equipped with pursuit angle-beating burst, acceleration, and top-end speed. He is a twitchy and sudden mover who can change directions at the drop of a hat. This aids his separation creation abilities as a route runner. His route tree has more variety and depth than most college wide receivers. He can drive upfield and sink his hips at the top of the route.

Bond handles manufactured touches to provide easy access to space, where he can be dangerous after the catch. Feeding him underneath targets creates clear paths for Bond to maintain his stride and speed and gain as many yards after the catch as possible. He is adept at finding soft spots in defensive coverages. He quickly sits in the void of zone concepts while using speed to push defensive backs upfield against man coverage.

Bond is undersized, and this shows up as a perimeter play side blocker. He cannot sustain blocks on the outside to spring his running back. Bond will be better suited as a backside blocker, operating as a decoy or walling off his defender from entering the backfield. Bond's a fantastic talent, but maximizing and refining his release package can dictate his effectiveness on Sundays. He will face great athletes with better strength and wingspans at the next level. Quickly winning to enter his route phase and get open for his QB will be an essential development in his game. His catch radius is less than ideal, limiting his effectiveness in contested catch situations.

Overall, Isaiah Bond's combination of route running and elite speed are game-changing qualities to have as a wide receiver prospect. Placing him in a timing-based passing attack with an offensive coordinator open to being creative is the best for Bond's NFL future. An accurate and well-timed quarterback will appreciate what he brings to the offense. He plays mainly as an outside receiver but can create havoc defensively working out of the slot.

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GRADE: 7.4 (High-Level Backup/Potential Starter—Third Round)

OVERALL RANK: 61

POSITION RANK: WR9

PRO COMPARISON: Shades of Jaylen Waddle

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Written by B/R NFL Scout Dame Parson

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Prospect workout numbers, measurables (40-yard dash, hand size, etc.) and 2024 statistics will be added at a later date.

HEIGHT: 6'2"

WEIGHT: 210

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POSITIVES

— Is a natural separator, runs well-paced routes with good short area quickness.

— Savvy operator with the football in flight, flashes late hands and body control.

— Functional play strength and hand usage against physical/handsy defensive backs.

— Efficient playmaker with the football in his hands; good run-after-catch threat.

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NEGATIVES

— Does not possess elite athleticism or explosiveness.

— Charted for 12 drops since 2023, hand catching mechanics needs improving.

— Good athleticism but straight-line speed is not an immediate threat to press corners.

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NOTES

— 3-Star recruit in 2022 class, per 247Sports

— 2024: Second Team All-ACC; Jon Cornish Trophy Finalist

— 2023: All-Pac-12 Honorable Mention; Jon Cornish Trophy Winner

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OVERALL

Elic Ayomanor epitomizes natural separation.

He is a savvy and detailed route-runner who defeats one-on-one coverages. Ayomanor plays at his own pace and speed but alters his route tempos to keep defensive backs honest and on their toes.

Against man coverage, he runs nuanced routes, attacking the defender's leverage with his stem and squaring up the defender before separating at the top of his routes. Ayomanor puts defenders in a bind with his footwork and suddenness at the breakpoint. He is a smooth, quick, and efficient mover but plays with good strength as a route runner to clear handsy defenders.

Due to his high football IQ, he excels against zone coverage. He finds the soft spots within the coverage and works around the defensive spot droppers. His strength is useful in the middle of the field. He is fearless and tough when making plays in high-traffic areas.

Ayomanor is a reliable ball tracker down the field. He is savvy, using late eyes to find the ball and hands to bring the pass in. He rarely gives the defender any early indications the ball is on its way. Ayomanor's body control is outstanding—he can contort his frame in the air to make acrobatic grabs. He uses his entire frame in the red zone to make difficult sideline catches look routine.

Ayomanor is a good but not a great athlete. His explosiveness and burst early in reps limit winning foot races down the sideline. Winning at the line of scrimmage with quickness and nuance is key for him to beat and stack defenders vertically. His speed lands in the buildup category. Therefore, big, explosive vertical passing plays are not his calling card at the next level against NFL athletes. Concentration drops and hand/catch mechanics need improving. Ayomanor's hands can be too wide as the ball approaches leading to unwanted drops.

In all, Elic Ayomanor projects as a good number two Z-receiver for an NFL offense. He is alignment-versatile and makes plays from the slot with a two-way release. Adding his play strength, he will give smaller nickel defenders fits in man coverage by boxing them out for in-breaking passes. Ayomanor is a talented and reliable pass catcher who can start for multiple years and contracts.

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GRADE: 7.6 (Potential Impact Player — Second Round)

OVERALL RANK: 43

POSITION RANK: WR6

PRO COMPARISON: Shades of Chris Godwin

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Written by B/R NFL Scout Dame Parson

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Prospect workout numbers, measurables (40-yard dash, hand size, etc.) and 2024 statistics will be added at a later date.

HEIGHT: 5'10"

WEIGHT: 196

HAND: 8½"

ARM: 30⅛"

WINGSPAN: 72½"

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POSITIVES

— Quick-footed receiver who can freeze defensive backs in their tracks at LOS.

— Sharp planter/cutter at the top of his routes to pull away from the defender.

— Space creation artist; talented route runner and separator.

— Urgent burst and acceleration off the line of scrimmage.

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NEGATIVES

— Dealt with nagging drops throughout career.

— Limited catch radius to convert contested catches against long-limbed NFL CBs.

— Post-catch creativity, minimal yard after contact created.

— Against press coverage, he does not utilize his hands enough to disengage from CBs.

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NOTES

— Born Sept. 4, 2002

— 3-Star recruit in 2021 class, per 247Sports

— 2024: First-Team All-Big 12 (KR/PR); Co-Captain; Honorable Mention All-Big 12 WR

— 2023: Co-Captain; Second Team All-Big 12; Honorable Mention All-Big 12 KR/PR & Offensive POY

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OVERALL

Jaylin Noel is a quick-footed route runner with sharp plants and cuts for ample separation.

Noel is a space-creating route runner with good suddenness at the top of his routes to separate quickly from man coverage. He uses quick footwork to freeze defenders at the line of scrimmage before getting vertical into his route. Noel's short-area quickness is a great asset to finding success as a quick game-winner—he can get to his spot quickly and be available for his QB.

If given a free release, he has an urgent burst off the ball to stem vertically and attack defensive backs. He sells those routes well without tipping his hand on when the break will come. Noel is a manipulative route runner with good stop-and-start ability. His double moves with sudden direction changes put defenders in conflict down the field.

Noel is an alignment versatile playmaker. Iowa State put him in numerous positions to attack opposing defenses. He has aligned in the slot, outside, and in the backfield with both static alignment and pre-snap motions.

Noel will benefit from adding better hand usage against handsy cornerbacks at the line of scrimmage. His footwork is on par with moving defenders off their spot and forcing them to open their hips, but he doesn't clear their hands from making contact. He will get tangled up and stuck trying to disengage, forcing the QB to look elsewhere due to disrupted route timing. I'd like to see more YAC from Noel. With his agility and quickness, you'd expect him to average more than four yards per reception after the catch.

Separation is pivotal to success for Noel's success. I am not sure his contested catch conversion rate translates to the NFL. Noel does not have a great catch radius or wingspan to out-battle NFL cornerbacks at the catch point. Drops have nagged Noel throughout his career. He has a drop rate of 7.2%

Jaylin Noel projects as a quick winning slot receiver and assumes the WR3 role in an NFL offense. The combination of route running, suddenness, and quick-twitch abilities make him a difficult cover out of the slot position. Noel is a reliable separator who can move the chains routinely. His ceiling may be capped due to limited physical tools and size.

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GRADE: 7.4 (High-Level Backup/Potential Starter—Third Round)

OVERALL RANK: 65

POSITION RANK: WR10

PRO COMPARISON: Christian Kirk

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Written by B/R NFL Scout Dame Parson

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Prospect workout numbers, measurables (40-yard dash, hand size, etc.) and 2024 statistics will be added at a later date.

HEIGHT: 6'3"

WEIGHT: 290

HAND: 10¼”

ARM: 33⅝”

WINGSPAN: 81⅛”

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POSITIVES

— Good size and length for an NFL defensive tackle.

— Quick off the ball and accelerates off the line well to get penetration when one-gapping.

— When he lifts his hands straight up from the ground and keeps them tight, he has the strength to win at the point of attack and get extension on blocks.

— Solid athlete to help avoid getting reached in the running game or set up pass-rush moves.

— Has decent swim and hump moves to catch offensive linemen leaning.

— Good pass-rush motor.

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NEGATIVES

— Plays with high pad level and often has a narrow base when taking on blocks, resulting in him getting washed inside against down blocks and double teams.

— Poor use of hands, inconsistent with how quickly he gets his hands up and often has wide placement to expose his chest as a run defender and pass-rusher.

— Bull rush is ineffective due to high pad level and sub-par leg drive after contact.

— Lacks a go-to pass-rush move he can win with when offensive linemen use proper technique.

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NOTES

— Born Jan. 14, 2003

— A 5-star recruit in the 2021 class, per 247Sports

— Injuries: 2025 (Stress fracture in foot, had rod inserted, missed Senior Bowl), 2024 (Torn labrum in shoulder, offseason surgery, Shin, offseason surgery), 2022 (Undisclosed, missed 1 game)

— 2023: Second-Team All-SEC

— 2021: Freshman All-SEC Team

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OVERALL

Shemar Turner is a developmental prospect who could become a solid 3-technique defensive tackle in a penetrating, one-gap type of defense. He's big, strong and athletic with some impressive traits.

However, Turner's technique needs a lot of work. He plays with high pad level and is often late and wide when shooting his hands, exposing his chest and leading to inconsistencies against the run. That gets exposed the most against double teams and combo blocks as he'll get pushed out of his gap when taking on two offensive linemen.

Additionally, those issues impact the effectiveness of his bull rush and restrict his pass-rush arsenal. He does have a couple of moves, like a swim or hump, that he can catch offensive linemen leaning with, but he's often ineffective against linemen who have good technique, which will be an issue at the next level.

That being said, Turner has an impressive get-off that he can get penetration with and be disruptive when his hands and pad level are right. He's a ball of clay, but a good defensive line coach could mold him into a quality NFL defensive tackle.

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GRADE: 6.8 (Potential Role Player — 6th Round)

OVERALL RANK: 130

POSITION RANK: DL13

PRO COMPARISON: Sebastian Joseph-Day

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Written by B/R NFL Scout Matt Holder

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Prospect workout numbers, measurables (40-yard dash, hand size, etc.) and 2024 statistics will be added at a later date.