These are our NFL Draft Pick Grades from Day 3 rounds 4, 5, 6, and 7.
2024 NFL Draft order, Round 4
101) Carolina Panthers- Ja’Tavion Sanders, TE, Texas
Grade: C+
The position makes sense, but Sanders will offer nothing in the blocking game. He is somewhat similar to what they have in Tremble, yet this is by no means a bad pick.
102) Denver Broncos Via Trade w/ SEA – Troy Franklin, WR, Oregon
Grade: B
This area is where we had him graded. We were not as high on Franklin, but he goes to meet is teammate Bo Nix, and has a clear path to playing time.
103) New England Patriots- Layden Robinson, OL, TAM
Grade: D
The only reason this isn’t an F is because NE usually develops linemen, but another IOL after all they invested in draft picks the last couple years is unnecessary.
104) Arizona Cardinals- Dadrion Taylor-Demerson, DB, Texas Tech
Grade: B+
Dadrion was on our list to scout post-combine, but we never got to him. He’s got athletic upside and sounds like he can play all over the secondary.
105) Los Angeles Chargers- Justin Eboigde, DL, Alabama
Grade: B
They need a ton of help on the d line and take something that Harbaugh should be very familiar with.
106) Tennessee Titans- Cedric Gray, LB, UNC
Grade: A+
This is an unbelievable value pick. We like Gray a lot, and think that he’s going to fit into new DC Wilson’s defense PERFECTLY! Titans got a DAWG
107) New York Giants- Theo Johnson, TE, Penn State
Grade: A
Johnson has some of the highest upside of any tight end in this class. This likely means Waller is retiring or in his last year, and they get a massive target with athleticism and blocking to boot.
108) Minnesota Vikings- Khyree Jackson, DB, Oregon
Grade: A+
We’ve been saying it for a while now Jackson has a rare blend of size, length, athleticism, fluidity, and footwork that Flores is going to be able to get the most out of. Love the pick and the fit
109) Atlanta Falcons- Brandon Dorlus, DL, Oregon
Grade: D
Atlanta just keeps drafting the same type of player. Roke and Trice will both play similar to Dorlus. Falcons have a questionable draft across the board.
110) New England Patriots- Javon Baker, WR, UCF
Grade: A+
We love Baker. Do not be shocked if he is better than Polk right away.
111) Green Bay Packers- Evan Williams, DB, Oregon
Grade: A+
We were much higher on Williams than most. The Packers take DB Javon Bullard yesterday and now add a S/Nickel hybrid in Williams today. They are going to be able to give a TON of looks defensively next year. Love what they are doing.
112) Las Vegas Raiders- Decamerion Richardson, DB, Miss St
Grade: D
Right position, but NFL Network guys said he’s developmental. The Raiders needed a CB that’s ready to play now.
113) Baltimore Ravens (from Denver through N.Y. Jets)- Tez Walker, WR, UNC
Grade: C
They are betting on upside here which is what you do on day 3. Walker is a massive project with questionable hands but possesses athletic upside. Agholor better watch out.
114) Jacksonville Jaguars- Javon Foster, OT, Missouri
Grade: A
Foster could use some time, so with Robinson and Harrison in front of him, it gives him the necessary time. Good value pick.
115) Cincinnati Bengals- Erick All, TE, Iowa
Grade: B
He did not fall as far as we thought. But, All has a lot to like. The injuries are concerning, but he is a good blocker with some receiving upside. Weirdly similar to Uzomah.
116) Jacksonville Jaguars (from New Orleans)- Jordan Jefferson, DT, LSU
Grade: D
They do not need DT. They continue to ignore a depleted corner room.
117) Indianapolis Colts- Tanor Bortolini, C, Wisconsin
Grade: B-
Bortolini was also on our list to look at Post-Combine and never got to him. He had one hell of a day at the Combine, so with Ryan Kelly still at Center this is probably a great fit for him. This is probably a successor plan.
118) Seattle Seahawks- Tyrice Knight, LB, UTEP
Grade: C
Not bad, not great. Probably a backup for Dodson, but he’s most likely not ready to play Day 1.
119) Pittsburgh Steelers- Mason McCormick, OL, South Dakota State
Grade: C
We didn’t get a chance to watch McCormick, but have heard good things, but at the end of the day Steelers are ignoring other needs to build the backup offensive line for Arthur Smiths offense.
120) Miami Dolphins Via Trade with PHI (from L.A. Rams through Pittsburgh)- Jaylen Wright, RB, Tennessee
Grade: B
Just another speed demon added to the Dolphins offense.
121) Seattle Seahawks Via Trade with Denver Broncos (from Miami)- AJ Barner, TE, Michigan
Grade: A
Barner was our favorite sleeper at tight end, and can do everything for you. He likely fits the new regime’s offense better than Fant
122) Chicago Bears (from Philadelphia)- Tory Taylor, P, Iowa
Grade: Its a punter
123) Houston Texans (from Cleveland)- Cade Stover, TE, Ohio State
Grade: A
The value is tight end and Houston continues to address insane depth. Stover is very similar to their current starter and is likely insurance for the time being. Amazing value pick.
124) San Francisco 49ers (from Dallas)- Malik Mustapha, S, Wake Forest
Grade: B+
Not a need(unless Hufanga isn’t going to be ready). Didn’t get a chance to watch Mustapha, but it sounds like he fits the mold of the rest of their safety room(Hufanga and Brown)
125) Tampa Bay Buccaneers- Bucky Irving, RB, Oregon
Grade: B
Should be a good compliment to White
126) Detroit Lions- Giovanni Manu, British Columbia
Grade: A
Project tackle for a team who develops linemen, total Dan Campbell pick
127) Philadelphia Eagles- Will Shipley, RB, Clemson
Grade: C
Don’t hate it, but they passed on obvious selections like Christian Jones and Jeremiah Trotter Jr.
128) Buffalo Bills- Ray Davis, RB, Kentucky
Grade: C
Probably a backup, not a compliment to Cook because he’s similar
129) San Francisco 49ers- Isaac Guerendo, RB, Louisville
Grade: A+
Love this fit
130) Baltimore Ravens- TJ Tampa, CB, Iowa State
Grade: A+
The League done F-ed up. Ravens now land 2 of our Top 3 CBs in the class. Tampa is going to fit PERFECTLY in Baltimore’s defense.
131) Kansas City Chiefs- Jared Wiley, TE, TCU
Grade: A++
Thank God they finally draft the Kelce successor. One of the best fits of the draft.
132) Detroit Lions- Sione Vaki, S/RB, Utah
Grade: B
We think this is early for Vaki, but with Glenn as the DC we don’t hate the fit. We know he’ll get developed and not rushed with Melifonwu, Branch, and Joseph at safety. We know Campbell has a plan for him.
133) Kansas City Chiefs- Jaden Hicks, S, Washington State
Grade: B+
We really weren’t fans of Hicks. There’s A LOT of work to do with him. We thought Hicks needed to go to a man heavy scheme with a history of developing safeties. KC has done a great job with Bryan Cook and with him and Reid there, it gives Hicks the time necessary to develop. He could find himself in some sort of nickel/dime package role possibly by end of rookie year, but this is about as ideal as it gets for Hicks. If he doesn’t work here we’ll probably see him in the UFL.
134) New York Jets (from Baltimore; compensatory selection)- Braelon Allen, RB, Wisconsin
Grade: D-
WTF, they have Hall and Izzy. Stupid. Guess they don’t want Rodgers to work out
135) San Francisco 49ers- Jacob Cowing, WR, Arizona
Grade: D+
San Fran gonna San Fran all over the draft. Between Pearsall and now Cowing, it could mean Deebo on the move?
2024 NFL Draft order, Round 5
136) Seattle Seahawks- Nehemiah Pritchett, CB, Auburn
Grade: B-
It’s hard to be mad at Seattle, at this point their picks are most likely luxury. Pritchett should compete with Mike Jackson for CB3 duties. Macdonald showed in Baltimore he makes things work in the secondary.
137) Los Angeles Chargers- Tarheeb Still, CB, Maryland
Grade: D
Chargers waited a long time to address CB which has been an achilles heel of theirs. We also have higher ranked CBs available. Why did Harbaugh and Minter not bring in their boy Josh Wallace. Would’ve been a much better pick.
138) Arizona Cardinals- Xavier Thomas, EDGE, Clemson
Grade: A
Lots of injuries but lots of upside good pick by Gannon on Day 3.
139) Washington Commanders- Jordan Magee, LB, Temple
Grade: D
The only thing keeping this grade afloat is that he tested well athletically at the Combine, but it’s hard to see where he fits in with Wagner, Luvu, Davis, and Chinn. Ignoring needs.
140) Los Angeles Chargers- Cam Hart, CB, Notre Dame
Grade: A+
Jeremiah just said that his DB coach from Notre Dame is with Minter in LA, so that helps this grade, but we had Hart as a Round 4, so this is really good value. A bit of a development prospect, but at this point that’s what you’re drafting. Lots to work with, height, weight, speed guy who looked really fluid at the Combine.
141) Buffalo Bills (from N.Y. Giants)- Sedrick Van Pran, C, Georgia
Grade: C+
Center was definitely a need for Buffalo, but unless Buffalo is planning on converting a guard SVP is their only Center on roster. We think SVP has a good amount of developing to do and needed to either sit or go to a team who develops OL. Bills isn’t the first name we think of when we think of OL development, so this could be a boom-or-bust pick, which I guess on Day 3 you have to take a chance on.
142) Indianapolis Colts- Anthony Gould, WR, Oregon State
Grade: C
He’s a really good returner, but don’t see him playing a ton of WR.
143) Atlanta Falcons- JD Bertrand, LB, Notre Dame
Grade: B+
The only reason this isn’t an A is because we feel like they are ignoring needs like another WR, but we love this pick. Despite Landman playing well down the stretch we wouldn’t be surprised if Bertrand was able to beat him out at least for early downs play. Bertrand has some of the best instincts in the class and although his athleticism and range aren’t great, his instinct keep him in plays and will be why he plays as a rookie. This is probably the sign that Anderson’s time in Atlanta is over.
144) Chicago Bears- Austin Booker, EDGE, Kansas
Grade: C+
At least they took the right position. Lots of upside, but lots of development to do.
145) Denver Broncos (from N.Y. Jets)- Kris Abrams-Draine, CB, Missouri
Grade: A
We had a Round 1-2 projection on KAD, so this is unbelievable value. He should easily be able to beat out Levi Wallace and whoever else is in that room. He will be a solid CB2 opposite Surtain.
146) Tennessee Titans (from Minnesota through Philadelphia)- Jarvis Brownlee Jr., Louisville
Grade: B-
The Titans already fixed their CB room via FA and trade, so Brownlee isn’t more than a backup at this point. They probably could’ve gone OL again or maybe a WR.
147) Denver Broncos- Auric Estimé, RB, Notre Dame
Grade: A
Perfect backup for Williams
148) Las Vegas Raiders- Tommy Eichenberg, LB, Ohio State
Grade: A
We thought Eichenberg could start, we really don’t know what his ceiling is because he doesn’t have a ton of upside, but he was one of the more pro ready of the LB class. He’s a great backup for Spillane and LB3.
149) Cincinnati Bengals- Josh Newton, CB, TCU
Grade: A+
We had Newton as a Day 1-2 guy. Our biggest knock was that he was minimal in run support but loved him from a coverage perspective. Don’t be surprised if he comes in and truly competes with Taylor-Britt and Turner for snaps.
150) New Orleans Saints- Spencer Rattler, QB, South Carolina
Grade: B
Got more upside than your typical 5th round QB
151) Indianapolis Colts- Jaylon Carlies, S, Missouri
Grade: B+
The Colts are already set at safety, so we suspect as it’s been said before Carlies gets moved down a level to LB and becomes a developmental Day 3 dart throw. Luckily with their LBs there’s no rush for Carlies to be ready now.
152) Washington Commanders (from Seattle)- Ainias Smith, WR, Texas A&M
Grade: B-
Gadget, just don’t know if they have enough targets to go around for him. Good returner.
153) Jacksonville Jaguars- Deantre Prince, CB, Ole Miss
Grade: B-
They waited a long ass time to address the CB room. With how far some of the top guys fell it just feels like they fumbled the bag.
154) Los Angeles Rams- Brennan Jackson, EDGE, Washington State
Grade: B
Seems like a good pick at this point.
155) Philadelphia Eagles- Jeremiah Trotter Jr., LB, Clemson
Grade: A-
It had to happen eventually. Unbelievable value in the 5th round. We had him as a Day 2 prospect. It’s hard to feel where he fits in, but with the Eagles history of LB injuries the last couple years, it makes sense to at least have him there. We assume he starts on ST and as a possible 3rd down backer with a chance for more snaps as a rookie. Would’ve preferred he went to a team who blitzes more which is sounds like Fangio doesn’t do a ton of.
156) Cleveland Browns (from Philadelphia through Arizona)- Jamari Thrash, WR, Louisville
Grade: D
We didn’t like him, don’t think he’s that great of a prospect.
157) Carolina Panthers- Chau Smith-Wade, CB, Washington State
Grade: B+
CSW ended up on our list to scout after a good Senior Bowl week although never got around to him. We did see little bits and pieces while watching Jaden Hicks. Looks a bit developmental, but good value here.
158) Miami Dolphins- Mo Kamara, EDGE, Colorado State
Grade: C-
Good backup
159) Kansas City Chiefs (from Dallas)- Hunter Nourzad, C, Penn State
Grade: D
Creed Humphrey is one of the best Centers in the NFL and he hasn’t even played out his rookie deal yet. Not to mention Thuney and Smith round out one of the best IOLs in the NFL. No place for Nourzad, at least protecting Mahomes is still a priority for them.
160) Buffalo Bills (from Green Bay)- Edefuan Ulofoshio, LB, Washington
Grade: A+
We had concerns about Ulofoshio’s play in space, which in Buffalo with Milano and Bernard he doesn’t have to worry about being, but could develop into down the line. He’s a really good run stopper and box playing LB, which Buffalo doesn’t really have. He will play immediately, great pick.
161) Washington Commanders- Dominique Hampton, S, Washington
Grade: D
The Commanders lost Kamren Curl, but even with that loss, their S room is in good shape, even at nickel they should be fine, so hard to see where Hampton fits in.
162) Arizona Cardinals (from Houston)- Christian Jones, OT, Texas
Grade: A+
Jones was ready to play with a tad bit of development to be had. With Jonah Williams only on a 2 year deal we assume this is the succession plan at tackle opposite Johnson. Jones to us is already one of the best backup tackles in the NFL. If he impresses during camp we could see where Johnson gets bumped to guard with Williams and Jones at tackle.
163) Green Bay Packers- Jacob Monk, C, Duke
Grade: B+
Won’t start with Jenkins, Myers, and Morgan on the interior, but the GB OL depth was shallow so this is a great depth move for J-Love.
164) Indianapolis Colts- Jaylin Simpson, S, Auburn
Grade: D
Hopefully this pick was with the intention to move him to CB because they don’t need another S, they are set at S.
165) Baltimore Ravens- Rasheed Ali, RB, Marshall
Grade: F
Monkey your boy Daijun is on the board. Also, Ali tore his bicep during the draft process, he may not play at all this year. What type of pick is this. The last thing Ravens need to do is add another injury prone RB.
166) New York Giants (from San Francisco through Carolina)- Tyrone Tracy Jr., RB, Purdue
Grade: C+
Wasn’t overly impressed but good athlete.
167) Jacksonville Jaguars- Keilan Robinson, RB, Texas
Grade: D
He’s a kick returner
168) Buffalo Bills- Javon Solomon, EDGE, Troy
Grade: A
He’s undersized but could overcome it. Von Miller is perfect to learn from.
169) Green Bay Packers (compensatory selection)- Kitan Oladapo, S, Oregon State
Grade: F
Alright Green Bay you made your point with your first 2 safeties Bullard and Williams. Did you forget you signed McKinney? Oladapo just seems redundant and unnecessary.
170) New Orleans Saints (compensatory selection)- Bub Means, WR, Pitt
Grade: A+
Size/speed deep threat with who needs some development, but lot of upside. Will be a vertical field stretcher while he develops.
171) New York Jets- Jordan Travis, QB, Florida State
Grade: A+
Travis has to heal but he could legit be the successor to Rodgers.
172) Philadelphia Eagles (compensatory selection)- Trevor Keegan, G, Michigan
Grade: A
A starter and team captain for the Michigan National Championship team, Keegan may not compete right away, but will be a great backup early on. Surprised it took Howie this long to take an OL.
173) New York Jets- Isaiah Davis, RB, South Dakota St
Grade: F
Why do they keep drafting running backs. What is the point?
174) Dallas Cowboys (compensatory selection)- Clean Carson, DB, Wake Forest
Grade: C-
Adds some depth but ignoring needs.
175) New Orleans Saints (compensatory selection)- Jaylan Ford, LB, Texas
Grade: B+
3rd down backer likely as a rookie. Did not think he would still be here.
176) New York Jets- Qwan’Tez Stiggers, DB, CFL
Grade: C
Great story, good depth, but continue to ignore needs.
2024 NFL Draft order, Round 6
177) Minnesota Vikings (from Carolina through Jacksonville)- Walter Rouse, T, Oklahoma
Grade: D
Maybe he gets moved to guard?
178) Pittsburgh Steelers (from Arizona through Carolina)- Logan Lee, DT, Iowa
Grade: D
Likely a backup. Lacks upside of starter.
179) Seattle Seahawks (from Washington)- Sataoa Laumea, OL, Utah
Grade: C+
180) New England Patriots- Marcellas Dial, CB, South Carolina
Grade: B+
181) Los Angeles Chargers- Kimani Vidal, RB, Troy
Grade: B
He has some upside, but we have other running backs we would have preferred here. He is similar to Dobbins and Edwards already.
182) Tennessee Titans (reacquired through Philadelphia)- Jha’Quan Jackson, WR, Tulane
Grade: D+
Returner only, some of the worst hands in this class.
183) New York Giants- Darius Mausau, LB, UCLA
Grade: B
184) Miami Dolphins (from Chicago)- Malik Washington, WR, Virginia
Grade: A
Seems like another Dolphins player. Good athlete who can learn from those ahead of him.
185) Philadelphia Eagles- Johnny Wilson, WR, FSU
Grade: A+
Love this pick. Wilson is no sure thing, but you cannot teach his size. He can possibly convert to TE, but does not need to. Hurts’ deep accuracy is suspect, so Wilson can be a mammoth target for him. Old head Eagles fans may have dreams of Harold Carmichael.
186) Atlanta Falcons- Jase McClellan, RB, Alabama
Grade: D
They really needed another rb? Atlanta continues to ignore positional need.
187) Atlanta Falcons- Casey Washington, WR, Illinois
Grade: B
They finally add another receiver. They should have done this instead of the 20 d lineman they have taken. Washington has athletic upside but is very under the radar.
188) Houston Texans (from Las Vegas through New England and Minnesota)- Jamal Hill, LB, Oregon
Grade: B+
189) Detroit Lions- Mekhi Wingo, DT, LSU
Grade: A
Undersized for the DT position but is an incredible athlete to develop as a rotational pass rusher.
190) Philadelphia Eagles- Dylan McMahon, OL, NC State
Grade: A+
One of the best team fits for McMahon.
191) Arizona Cardinals- Tejhuan Palmer, WR, UAB
Grade:A
Big jump in competition but has size and speed to carve out a role.
192) Seattle Seahawks- DJ James, CB, Auburn
Grade: C
193) New England Patriots (from Jacksonville)- Joe Milton, QB, Tennessee
Grade: D
We guess the value is fine, but with Maye you hope Milton is needed.
194) Cincinnati Bengals- Tanner McLachlan, TE, Arizona
Grade: A
We were not ultra high on him, but doubling down on tight end with All coming off the knee injury is not a bad deal.
195) Pittsburgh Steelers- Ryan Watts, CB, Texas
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196) Los Angeles Rams- Tyler Davis, DT, Clemson
Grade:D
We understand it is day 3. But this is overkill. LB,CB,WR, and TE would have been better direction.
197) Atlanta Falcons (from Cleveland)- Zion Logue, DL, Gerogia
Falcons: D
A true Nose. But, this is yet again another D line pick. Believe it or not there are other positions they can draft.
198) Miami Dolphins- Patrick McMorris, S, Cal
Grade: B-
199) New Orleans Saints (from Philadelphia)- Khristian Boyd, DT, Northern Iowa
Grade: C
Likely rotational player that can crack the roster.
200) Carolina Panthers- Jaden Crumedy, DT, DT
Grade: