Arizona Cardinals

HEIGHT: 6'0"

WEIGHT: 197

HAND: 9⅝"

ARM: 30⅞"

WINGSPAN: 74¼"

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40-YARD DASH: 4.41

3-CONE: 7.00

SHUTTLE: 4.39

VERTICAL: 38"

BROAD: 10'3"

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POSITIVES

— Scheme versatility. Able to play in multiple coverages, as well as able to align and play at all three levels of the defense.

— Instinctive player who has a knack for getting a jump on the ball in the air.

— Very good straight-line speed. Has the recovery speed to catch up when out of position.

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NEGATIVES

— Poor eye discipline can get him in trouble with play fakes.

— Can be more of a finesse defender at times. Lacks the blow delivery when tackling. Wrapdown tackler.

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2023 STATISTICS

— 13 G, 73 TOT, 1.5 TFL, 1 SK, 4 INT, 8 PD

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NOTES

— Born Jan. 20, 2001

— 37 career starts

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

— 2023 second-team All-Big 12

— 2021 All-Big 12 honorable mention

— Shrine Bowl invite

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OVERALL

Dadrion Taylor-Demerson is a long, lean safety with a bunch of experience coming from Texas Tech. He has the versatility to play all over the field, combined with the intelligence and ball skills to be a productive player in the NFL.

As a defender in coverage, Taylor-Demerson's football smarts and instincts stand out the most. He has the instincts to read and react to the quarterback. With the desired top-end speed, he does a very good job of getting a break on the ball and covering a lot of ground.

Paired with his athletic profile, Taylor-Demerson has the ball skills to locate and react to the ball in the air. However, his eyes can get stuck on things at times, causing him to lose sight of this man or threats coming into his zone.

When playing the run, Taylor-Demerson does a great job of tracking ball-carriers and closing ground on them. He is inconsistent with his path to the ball at times and can either overrun or allow the ball to cut back on him. When geared up for the run, he can be fooled at times with play action, allowing receivers to run free. When tackling, he does a good job of wrapping up and getting ball-carriers on the ground, although he often stops on contact and doesn't run his feet through the tackle.

Ultimately, Taylor-Demerson is a long, athletic defensive back with plenty of starting experience. He will need to continue to work on his run defense, but he has the length and athleticism to make an impact in the pass game in the NFL. He has the upside of someone who could start early in his career.

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GRADE: 6.5 (Potential Role Player/Contributor — 4th Round)

OVERALL RANK: 125

POSITION RANK: S10

PRO COMPARISON: DeShon Elliot

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Written by B/R NFL Scout Cory Giddings

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HEIGHT: 6'2"

WEIGHT: 185

HAND: 9¼"

ARM: 31½"

WINGSPAN: 76"

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40-YARD DASH: 4.44

3-CONE: 7.07

SHUTTLE: 4.25

VERTICAL: 42.5"

BROAD: 10'11"

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POSITIVES

— Very good with route recognition. Shows necessary vision in zone to identify routes.

— Good footwork in backpedal, with the ability to stop and start. Shows good burst and acceleration out of breaks.

— Shows positional versatility, playing from outside and nickel cornerback position.

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NEGATIVES

— Can struggle getting out of breaks at times. Wasted step and slower processing.

— Hip tightness shows up at times. Lacks fluidity to flip his hips and run.

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2023 STATISTICS

— 9 G, 25 TOT, 1 FF, 5 INT, 8 PD

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NOTES

— Born Jan. 8, 2000

— 34 career starts

— 3-star recruit in the 2018 class, per 247Sports

— 2023 first-team All-ACC

— 2022 All-ACC honorable mention

— Senior Bowl invite

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OVERALL

Elijah Jones is a lengthy cornerback who has a ton of collegiate experience. He held his own and did a great job of competing at the Senior Bowl, too. Though other cornerbacks performed better, he was able to show his length and straight-line speed that week.

When playing in coverage, Jones has the versatility to play from both the outside and nickel spot. While outside, he does best when he's able to open up and stay on top of routes. He has the speed to carry receivers deep and the ball skills to remain calm and play through the receiver's hands. He also shows the necessary vision and route recognition to quickly process and react to what he sees. When in off coverage, he can struggle at times to get out of breaks, having a wide base and wasted steps before transitioning.

When playing against the run, Jones does a very good job of identifying and quickly coming up to support. He makes quick, decisive reads, but he lacks the strength and physicality when taking on blocks. He gets pushed around at times and relies best on his quickness to beat blocks in space. When tackling, he shows little to no fear and chops ball-carriers down at the legs.

Jones is an experienced player who proved more than capable throughout his collegiate career. He looks to be best when in zone coverage, where he is able to use his vision and anticipation. Ultimately, he'll provide depth on the outside as well as from the nickel.

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GRADE: 6.1 (High-Level Developmental Prospect — 5th Round)

OVERALL RANK: 158

POSITION RANK: CB20

PRO COMPARISON: Bryce Hall

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Written by B/R NFL Scout Cory Giddings

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HEIGHT: 6'4⅞"

WEIGHT: 271

HAND: 10½"

ARM: 32⅞"

WINGSPAN: 79½"

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40-YARD DASH: 4.64

3-CONE: 7.02

SHUTTLE: 4.26

VERTICAL: 33.5"

BROAD: 121"

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POSITIVES

— Rare size for the position.

— Explosive athlete. Big, powerful mover who covers more ground than his frame would suggest.

— Above-average coordination and mobility. Fairly graceful athlete.

— Good, strong blocking tight end. Shows consistent technique and effort with power to finish blocks.

— Tons of experience as an in-line Y tight end.

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NEGATIVES

— Moves well for his size, but isn't a legit speed threat from the TE position.

— Not as much of a vertical ball-winner as his size suggests.

— Very limited experience and production as a receiver. Partly a product of Illinois' offense, but makes the projection difficult nonetheless.

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2023 STATISTICS

— 12 G, 19 REC, 203 YDS (10.7 AVG), 3 TD

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NOTES

— Born Sep. 17, 2001

— Unrated LB recruit in the 2020 class, per 247Sports

— 28 career starts

— Attended 2024 Shrine Bowl

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OVERALL

Tip Reiman is an unproven pass-catcher with rare size and athletic ability.

Reiman is a hulking presence at 6'5" and 271 pounds, but he carries that weight exceptionally well. He is a strong, powerful mover who can run clear of defenders in the short to intermediate area. Reiman regularly buys himself space on flat routes and underneath crossers.

Reiman is also a fairly coordinated mover. On some sharper routes, such as stick routes and in-breakers, he is not nearly as clunky as his size would suggest.

Reiman is a strong, experienced blocker as well. Illinois regularly deployed him as an in-line tight end at the point of attack. Reiman acquitted himself well in those moments, showing the movement skills, strength and technique to execute all kinds of blocks.

However, Reiman is unproven and somewhat limited as a receiver right now. For as well as Reiman moves at his size, he doesn't have legit field-stretching speed. Reiman also lacks some of the foot quickness and agility to suddenly uncover himself from defenders.

Reiman isn't the ball-winner his frame would suggest, either. He is a big, solid target over the middle when his feet are planted, but he does not yet show the quickness or in-air ability to go up and win the ball consistently.

At this stage, Reiman is just an idea, but an exciting idea at that. Tight ends with Reiman's size, athletic profile and blocking chops are tough to find. Reiman will just need time and a clear plan in order to develop into a worthwhile receiving product. Reiman fits best in a run-first offense that wants to put two tight ends on the field.

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GRADE: 6.2 (High-Level Developmental Prospect — 5th Round)

OVERALL RANK: 152

POSITION RANK: TE8

PRO COMPARISON: Brock Wright

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Written by B/R NFL Scout Derrik Klassen

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HEIGHT: 6'4"

WEIGHT: 315

HAND: 9"

ARM: 33⅞"

WINGSPAN: 81⅞"

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40-YARD DASH: 5.22

3-CONE: 7.77

SHUTTLE: 4.73

VERTICAL: 24.5"

BROAD: 8'6"

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POSITIVES

— Wide-bodied, thick-limbed frame with good length and play strength.

— Sets a firm anchor to absorb force, engulf and grind down the bull rush and penetrators on stunts.

— Fluid mover with solid quickness out of his stance to get to landmarks and fits on overtakes and cut-offs.

— Gets his second step in the ground quickly on double-teams and combo blocks to play on the plus side of the line of scrimmage.

— Effective on climbs and as a puller due to his solid burst, and has the body control to arrive to his spot under control, using his big body to wall off pursuit angles.

— Physical demeanor, straining hard to finish blocks through the whistle, down the field and away from the ball.

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NEGATIVES

— Upright playing style gets him stacked, pressed and out-leveraged against stout, head-up/tightly aligned defensive tackles.

— Tends to get slipped and edged late in the rep due to either being high and/or narrow with his feet on drive/base blocks.

— Feet tend to die when having to redirect against effective counter moves, causing him to step under himself and create a short corner.

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2023 STATISTICS

— 12 starts; 10 at right tackle and two at left guard

— Team captain

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NOTES

— Born July 21, 2000

— 3-star JUCO recruit in the 2022 class, per 247Sports

— Born and raised in Canada, playing for Wilfrid Laurier University in Ontario for two years before transferring to Garden City Community College in Kansas for the 2021 season

— 25 career starts at Illinois split between left tackle (one), left guard (14) and right tackle (10)

— Accepted invite to the Senior Bowl

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OVERALL

Isaiah Adams is a two-year starter inside Illinois' balanced (51-49 pass-run split), RPO/play-action heavy, zone-based run scheme with counter, power and duo runs sprinkled in. He has a tall, long, thick-limbed build with solid athletic ability and good play strength.

Adams had to play right tackle for the majority of the 2023 season, struggling early (Ex: vs. Penn State) before becoming more functional as the year went on. But he was clearly more comfortable inside.

Adams is an above-average run-blocker with solid quickness, burst and body control to get to his landmarks and into his fits on time. He strains hard to stay attached to blocks and uses his big body to wall off pursuit angles on climbs and pulls. His upright playing style leads to easy access into his frame that will leave him out-leveraged late in the rep (when the runner alters his path) against stout, slippery defensive linemen, but he fights hard to stay attached and often can get a piece of the defender rather than losing clean.

In pass protection, Adams is fluid and quick out of his stance to get rushers squared up. He excels on tighter shades and on play action when he can capitalize on his big frame, length and strength.

Adams sorts out line games and stunts quickly, anchoring on command against penetrators and the bull rush. His feet tend to get stuck when he has to redirect against effective counter moves, causing him to step under himself and create a short corner.

Overall, Adams has the size, quickness, play strength and enough finishing skills to be a high-end backup right away. He has solid-starter potential in a zone-based run scheme with the ability to get his team out of a game at tackle.

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

OVERALL RANK: 68

POSITION RANK: IOL11

PRO COMPARISON: Aaron Banks

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Written by B/R NFL Scout Brandon Thorn

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HEIGHT: 6'0"

WEIGHT: 216

HAND: 9¼"

ARM: 31½"

WINGSPAN: 76⅜"

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40-YARD DASH: 4.39

3-CONE: N/A

SHUTTLE: N/A

VERTICAL: 33.5"

BROAD: 10'2"

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POSITIVES

— Great long speed. Can find that fifth gear to separate with each step.

— Very good burst and acceleration, especially downhill.

— Great strength and balance. Violent runner who uses his frame effectively.

— Vision improved over his two seasons as a starter.

— Above-average pass-catcher. Natural hands.

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NEGATIVES

— Below-average hip flexibility. Can sometimes be an issue when trying to make people miss in space.

— Magnet for contact. His no-nonsense rushing style can sometimes bleed into carelessness and reckless abandon.

— Poor pass protector. Largely untested, but struggled when asked to.

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2023 STATISTICS

— 13 G, 156 ATT, 906 YDS (5.8 AVG), 14 TD; 20 REC, 227 YDS (11.4 AVG), 1 TD

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NOTES

— Born July 23, 2002

— 3-star recruit in Oregon's 2020 class, per 247Sports' composite rankings

— Transferred to Florida State in 2022

— Two-year starter

— 2022 and 2023 second-team All-ACC

— Terrible knee injury in 2020; tore his ACL, MCL, lateral meniscus, medial meniscus, and a tendon in his hamstring all at once

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OVERALL

Trey Benson is a violent runner with all the explosive potential you want out of an RB1.

At 6'1" and 223 pounds, Benson has a sturdy frame and isn't afraid to weaponize it. He is an aggressive, relentless runner who easily shakes off arm tackles and doesn't often go down on first contact. He's the type of runner who always falls forward and tends to require more than one tackler to shut him down.

Benson is a good athlete, too. He isn't just a bruiser. Benson explodes downhill when he sees a lane, and he has enough lateral burst to him to make defenders miss occasionally. He can have issues sinking his hips and making sharp changes of direction, but the rest of his athletic tools often make up for it.

Best of all, Benson has serious home run speed. He can cut through the second level with ease, and he's extremely tough to catch once he starts striding out at the third level. That's extra valuable in an RB class that doesn't offer much of that.

Benson also worked on himself as a runner between 2022 and 2023. Early in 2022, Benson's vision and decision-making was lackluster, but he's grown to understand angles and follow blocks properly with more reps. While he still runs himself into contact a little too often, the improvement is a good sign moving forward.

On passing downs, Benson is a mixed bag. He has the speed and hands to be a very useful pass-catcher, especially on flat routes, wheel routes and screens. Benson probably won't be an effective option runner, though, and he might not be able to flex out to WR in the NFL the way he sometimes did at Florida State. Benson is also a lackluster and largely unproven pass protector at this stage.

Benson isn't a perfect back, but he's a tough, explosive runner who continues to improve his vision and has useful pass-catching traits. That's a recipe for success at the NFL level.

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GRADE: 7.4 (High-Level Backup/Potential Starter — 3rd Round)

OVERALL RANK: 52

POSITION RANK: RB2

PRO COMPARISON: Todd Gurley

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Written by B/R NFL Scout Derrik Klassen

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HEIGHT: 5'11"

WEIGHT: 187

HAND: 9⅛"

ARM: 32⅛"

WINGSPAN: 76⅝"

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40-YARD DASH: 4.39

3-CONE: N/A

SHUTTLE: N/A

VERTICAL: 40.5"

BROAD: 11'4"

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POSITIVES

— Versatile defensive back with good size and length. Has plenty of snaps aligned as a slot and outside cornerback.

— Shows good awareness in zone coverage with proper spacing. Displays great anticipation of routes and quickly reacts to threats. Does a great job of playing the ball when he is able to see it thrown.

— Aggressive and physical defender in the run game. Takes on blocks with his hands and looks to quickly discard. Very good in close quarters and performs best when close to the line of scrimmage. Triggers and fills gaps in the backfield.

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NEGATIVES

— Lacks recovery speed when out of position, which leads to him struggling to close separation out of breaks. Plays with high pad level, which causes him to round his breaks at times.

— Can get caught staring at the quarterback too much. Doesn't trust his instincts to break and drive, which causes him to be late out of breaks.

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2023 STATISTICS

— 12 G, 32 TOT, 4 TFL, 1 SK, 3 INT, 6 PD, 1 FR, 1 FF

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NOTES

— Born April 15, 2002

— 40 career starts

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

— Both parents played sports at Rutgers. His father, Gary, played wide receiver and running back from 1987-91, while his mother was a part of the women's basketball from 1989-1993

— His brother, Bo Melton, was a seventh-round pick by the Seattle Seahawks in the 2022 NFL draft and currently plays receiver for the Green Bay Packers

— 2023 fourth-team All-Big Ten (Phil Steele)

— 2023 Honorable Mention All-Big Ten (Coaches & Media)

— 2022 fourth-team All-Big Ten (Phil Steele)

— 2022 Honorable Mention All-Big Ten (Coaches & Media)

— 2021 fourth-team All-Big Ten (Phil Steele)

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OVERALL

Max Melton is a versatile defensive back with a good blend of length and athleticism. He has shown the scheme flexibility to play both man and zone coverages.

Melton's versatility presents itself within the pass game. Although he looks to be more of an outside cornerback in the NFL, he has the ability to align and cover from the slot.

As an outside cornerback, he often plays from press coverage, where he does a very good job of moving his feet and showing off his lateral movement skills. He has smooth enough hips to flip and run with receivers, although there are times where his high pad level can cause him to be slower to transition and allow separation out of breaks.

Melton looks to be at his best when he's in off coverage and zone, where he is able to see the routes develop in front of him and can see the ball thrown. When he can see the flight of the ball, he does a very good job of attacking it either through the catch point or capitalizing on the turnover. As he works down the field, he tends to be too handsy and face-guard the receiver too much, causing him to lose track of the ball.

As a run defender, Melton isn't afraid to get into the mix. He triggers downhill quickly and uses his agility to beat blocks and make plays in the backfield. Although he does a good job of using his hands to take on blocks, there are times in which bigger blockers can cause him trouble at times.

Melton is physical when tackling and cuts ball-carriers down at the legs. Not always a secure wrap tackler, he does a very good job of running through receivers and delivering good blows when in tight spaces.

Melton has the right pedigree and temperament to play cornerback in the NFL. He has the potential to carve out a significant role for a team a few years into his career.

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

OVERALL RANK: 62

POSITION RANK: CB9

PRO COMPARISON: Troy Pride Jr.

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Written by B/R NFL Scout Cory Giddings

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HEIGHT: 6'5"

WEIGHT: 285

HAND: 10⅝"

ARM: 34½"

WINGSPAN: 84½"

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40-YARD DASH: 4.95

3-CONE: N/A

SHUTTLE: N/A

VERTICAL: 35

BROAD: 9'3"

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POSITIVES

— Great size and frame, NFL-ready body. Has room for growth if need be, too.

— Strong and physical at the point of attack to stand up offensive tackles at the line of scrimmage.

— Has long arms to get extension, lock out blockers and shed blocks.

— Has plenty of strength to collapse the pocket with a bull rush when he doesn't false-step out of his stance

— Good arm-over move that he uses as a counter off the bull rush. Strong to pull the tackle's shoulder down, and has solid hip fluidity to clear his lower half and win around the edge.

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NEGATIVES

— Subpar athlete overall. A clunky mover who is a little stiff and robotic, which limits the amount of finesse moves he can win with as a pass-rusher.

— Lacks some acceleration/burst off the line of scrimmage.

— Doesn't have the change-of-direction skills to effectively turn speed to power. Struggles to plant his outside foot and redirect into the offensive tackle.

— Below-average bend. Ankles are a little stiff to turn a tight corner at the top of the rush.

— Needs to develop a better pass-rush plan and arsenal.

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2023 STATISTICS

— 12 G, 43 TOT, 8.5 SK, 14 TFL, 1 FF

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NOTES

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

— Injuries: 2023 (calf strain, missed 1 game), 2021 (Undisclosed, missed 3 games), 2020 (Right ankle, missed 1 game)

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OVERALL

Darius Robinson certainly looks the part of an NFL defensive lineman. He has an impressive build and can even add some size if a team wants him to play inside more often.

Robinson's game is rooted in power. Against the run, he's quick to get his hands up and has the strength to stand up offensive tackles at the line of scrimmage. He has little to no problems setting the edge and can stop pullers in their tracks as the force player in run fits to make the running back bounce outside.

When it comes to getting off blocks, Robinson's strength and long arms allow him to lock out offensive linemen and shed blocks. He's also shown a decent rip move to escape blocks.

As a pass-rusher, the Missouri product can collapse the pocket against tackles with a bull rush when he doesn't false-step out of his stance. Additionally, he has a good arm-over move as a counter off the bull where he engages, has the strength to pull the lineman's shoulder down and enough hip fluidity to clear his lower half to win around the edge.

However, Robinson isn't a high-level athlete, which is currently limiting his pass-rush arsenal. He lacks the change-of-direction skills to effectively turn speed to power, and he isn't quick-twitched to win with finesse moves. He also has below-average bend due to some stiffness in his ankles. He shouldn't be expected to be a significant contributor as a rusher right away.

With that being said, the former Tiger did have more success and showed growth as a pass-rusher at the Senior Bowl, winning more consistently than what he showed during the season.

Schematically, Robinson has some positional flexibility. He can play right away as a defensive end in even or odd fronts, lining up as a 5- or 4i-technique. While he would probably have to add about 10 to 15 pounds, he has the strength and physicality to potentially line up as a 3-technique as well; that'd just be more of a project.

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GRADE: 7.49 (High-Level Backup/Potential Starter — 3rd Round)

OVERALL RANK: 45

POSITION RANK: DL4

PRO COMPARISON: Zach Allen

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Written by B/R NFL Scout Matt Holder

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Marvin Harrison Jr. is heading to the desert.

The Ohio State star wide receiver was drafted by the Arizona Cardinals with the No. 4 pick in Thursday night's NFL draft after his outstanding college career.

Harrison was the first wide receiver off the board, which doesn't come as much as a surprise given his performance in his three seasons with the Buckeyes. Last season, Harrison had 1,211 receiving yards, 14 touchdowns and was a Heisman Trophy finalist. In 2022, he had 1,263 yards and 14 touchdowns.

After Harrison was drafted, Cardinals fans praised the selection and expressed their excitement for quarterback Kyler Murray to have a new No. 1 receiver option, including from Murray himself.

LET’S ROCK!🥋🏎️ @MarvHarrisonJr

— Kyler Murray (@K1) April 26, 2024

MARVIN HARRISON JR. IS HEADED TO ARIZONA WITH THE NO. 4 OVERALL PICK, via @Schultz_Report

Kyler has his WR1 🔥 pic.twitter.com/N2jyGywone

— B/R Gridiron (@brgridiron) April 26, 2024

Kyler Murray to Marvin Harrison Jr … nice !!

— Zay (@ashonzay_7) April 26, 2024

Kyler Murray and Marvin Harrison Jr. about to go CRAZY

— Court Haygarth (@CourtHaygarth) April 26, 2024

Arizona Cardinals offensive core:

🏈QB: Kyler Murray
🏈RB: James Conner
🏈WR: Marvin Harrison Jr.
🏈WR: Michael Wilson
🏈WR: Greg Dortch
🏈TE: Trey McBride

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 26, 2024

https://twitter.com/MattLombardoNFL/status/1783656856835006855

Marvin Harrison Jr to the Cardinals. Give Kyler Murray an instant #1 receiver. It makes perfect sense.

— Rich Prime🐻 (@sonofabear97) April 26, 2024

There’s no such thing as a sure thing in the NFL. But Marvin Harrison Jr. is an alien and has a chance to be a sure thing.

— Zac Jackson (@AkronJackson) April 26, 2024

Marvin Harrison Jr. has the highest floor in the draft. Injuries only thing that can derail a long and productive career.

— Bryan Fischer (@BryanDFischer) April 26, 2024

Marvin Harrison Jr. is an absolute stud. Cannot wait to watch him in the NFL.

— Nicole Auerbach (@NicoleAuerbach) April 26, 2024

Kyler Murray
Marvin Harrison Jr
Trey McBride

opposing defenses: pic.twitter.com/afEe6wUaDd

— kev mahserejian (@RotoSurgeon) April 26, 2024

I am very excited to watch Kyler Murray throw the ball to Marvin Harrison Jr.

— Kellan Olson (@KellanOlson) April 26, 2024

i haven't been this excited to be a cardinals fan since we drafted larry! marvin harrison jr, tray mcbride, and michael wilson gonna EAT pic.twitter.com/fXKFK25sPf

— bellylint (@bellylint4) April 26, 2024

Marvin Harrison Jr, Greg Dortch, and Michael Wilson the new Larry Fitz, Anquan Boldin, and Steve Breaston? Or am I setting my hopes too high? 😂

— rachel ridlinghafer (@RachelRidling14) April 26, 2024

https://twitter.com/jschuby1/status/1783660588687909305

The Cardinals gained a major talent with Harrison, and watching him catch passes from Murray will be exciting for years to come.

Harrison now joins a young but promising Arizona squad. The Cardinals had a disappointing 4-13 season while quarterback Murray worked his way back from injury, but are looking to improve with a strong offensive core.

With Harrison on the roster, Murray has an outstanding talent to catch his passes, and the duo could be the future of the Cardinals. Last year, Murray had 1,799 passing yards and 10 touchdowns in 10 games.

Harrison adds to an offensive core that includes running back James Conner, wide receivers Michael Wilson and Greg Dortch and tight end Trey McBride.

Arizona has reached the postseason just one time in the last eight seasons and is looking to get back on track. While the young roster will need some time to get acclimated, there's no denying the potential the Cardinals have.

Drafting Harrison just adds to that potential, and things could be looking up in Arizona very soon.

HEIGHT: 6'3"

WEIGHT: 209

HAND: 9½"

ARM: 31⅞"

WINGSPAN: 77¼"

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40-YARD DASH: N/A

3-CONE: N/A

SHUTTLE: N/A

VERTICAL: N/A

BROAD: N/A

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POSITIVES

— Very good acceleration and speed. Always a threat to go vertical.

— Great footwork and agility. Allows him to pace and snap off his routes exceptionally well for his size.

— Very good explosive ability. Can stop on a dime to adjust to the ball.

— Rare ball skills. Special ability to track and adjust to throws. Excels on the sideline and in traffic.

— Positional flexibility. Dominant outside, but can play in the slot as well.

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NEGATIVES

— A little skinny for his frame. Occasionally has issues battling through press.

— Average YAC threat. Often goes down on first contact because of his frame.

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2023 STATISTICS

— 12 G, 67 REC, 1,211 YDS (18.1 AVG), 14 TD; 2 ATT, 26 YDS, 1 TD

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NOTES

— Born Aug. 11, 2002

— 4-star recruit in 2021, per 247Sports

— Two-year starter

— 2022 and '23 unanimous All-American

— 2023 Biletnikoff Award winner

— 2023 Heisman Trophy finalist

— Son of Hall of Fame WR Marvin Harrison

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OVERALL

Marvin Harrison Jr. makes wide receiver play look like an art form.

Harrison is an exceptional mover for 6'4" and 205 pounds. While he can play a little high at times, Harrison plays with rare foot speed and agility for a player his size. He can throttle route speeds with ease and snaps off all of his routes in an instant. He's a smart, controlled route-runner with the perfect athletic tools to maximize those traits.

Harrison has real-deal speed, too. He's at his best on vertical routes. Harrison flies off the line of scrimmage and threatens DBs right away, often using his hands and movement skills to effortlessly stack them down the sideline. Go balls, comebacks, deep stop routes and digs are some of Harrison's best routes because they let him use his speed as a threat.

Above all, Harrison has truly exceptional ball skills. It's as if time slows down for Harrison when the ball is on its way. Harrison has a way of seeing the ball in cleanly every time and extending his long arms to pluck it from the air as soon as he can. He generally has the strength to hang onto passes through contact, too.

Harrison also has special spatial awareness when it comes to playing the ball. The way Harrison works the sideline is rare. He always finds ways to keep himself in position to stay in bounds without sacrificing his ability to attack the ball. Harrison is a true "he's open even when he's not" type of player.

The only drawbacks with Harrison are mostly related to frame. He's on the skinnier side of things for a player as tall as he is. Though adept at hand-fighting and bursting through press coverages, sometimes skilled press corners can keep him locked up.

Additionally, Harrison's frame makes him easy to bring down on first contact. He can still make people miss in space on occasion and he has home run speed in the open field, but he's not going to be bullying DBs for extra yards very often.

Harrison is a slam-dunk prospect. He is a twitched-up athlete with polished route-running ability and elite ball skills. It's so easy to see how his game translates right away. Harrison would be an instant No. 1 WR for most offenses.

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GRADE: 9.7 (Top-Five Player)

OVERALL RANK: 1

POSITION RANK: WR1

PRO COMPARISON: Thinner A.J. Green

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Written by B/R NFL Scout Derrik Klassen

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Teams are reportedly not willing to break the bank to move up to No. 4 in a trade with the Arizona Cardinals.

Jeff Howe of The Athletic reported teams have not been "tripping over themselves to pay a premium" as the Cardinals explore trading the No. 4 pick in Thursday's NFL draft.

Arizona has been favored to take Ohio State wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. if no trade arises.

Cardinals general manager Monti Ossenfort is no stranger to maneuvering around the draft board. A year ago, he traded the No. 3 pick in the draft to the Houston Texans and moved back to No. 12 before moving up to No. 6 in a deal with the Detroit Lions.

A similar scenario would be a dream for Ossenfort in this year's draft, especially given the depth at wide receiver. Even if Harrison is off the board in a scenario where the Cardinals move back, LSU's Malik Nabers and Washington's Rome Odunze are both considered elite prospects and should be available later in the top 10 or just outside.

The Minnesota Vikings and Las Vegas Raiders have been the teams most often mentioned among the teams most likely to trade up. Their most obvious target would be Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy, who is expected to be the fourth signal-caller taken Thursday night.

USC's Caleb Williams, LSU's Jayden Daniels and North Carolina's Drake Maye have settled in as the 1-2-3 spots in nearly every projection. Howe noted it's possible teams could get more aggressive in attempting to trade up if Daniels or Maye slips to the No. 4 spot.