2021 1st Round Re-Draft: NE Edition
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Football season is now in full-spring at all levels. We decided to hold a “re-draft” of the 2021 NFL draft with the start of the NFL season. I used the same draft order and draft needs that were accurate for…
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Continue ReadingFootball season is now in full-spring at all levels. We decided to hold a “re-draft” of the 2021 NFL draft with the start of the NFL season. I used the same draft order and draft needs that were accurate for the team at the moment of the draft. There are tons of players to choose from, so we used only “draft eligible” players for this article, meaning the junior and senior classes. To clarify some any other questions:
- The only difference on the teams are the rookie class.
- Free agency and trades are still the same (ex: Julio to Tennesse)
- Cuts and releases are also the same (ex: Cam Newton still cut from NE)
With that being said, the Jacksonville Jaguars are now on the clock:
Pick 1: Jacksonville Jaguars – Zane Flores Zane Flores 6'3" | 190 lbs | QB Gretna | 2023 State NE , QB – Gretna
6’3″ 190 lbs | Hudl
The Jags are a team with many holes to try and fill, but none other than at the QB position. In this draft, their QB of the future is Zane Flores Zane Flores 6'3" | 190 lbs | QB Gretna | 2023 State NE out of Gretna. He is the top pure passer in the state and would be a good fit in the Jacksonville offense. His throwing motion and footwork are very polished for a junior prospect and should provide a stable pocket presence. Flores can deliver the ball accurately and with tons of zip on it. His mobility is also very underrated, although he isn’t asked to run very much. He can make all the throws on the field and sees his progressions through—a brilliant player with a high-floor and astronomical ceiling.
@ZaneFlores12 to @JoeRoll12 pic.twitter.com/l4YpAzZ9J9
— Dragon FB Boosters (@Boosters_Dragon) September 11, 2021
Pick 2: New York Jets – Caden Becker Caden Becker 6'4" | 225 lbs | QB Skutt Catholic | 2022 State NE , QB – Omaha Skutt Catholic
6’4″ 220 lbs | Hudl
The Jets needed their QB1, and they grabbed him with the second pick in Caden Becker Caden Becker 6'4" | 225 lbs | QB Skutt Catholic | 2022 State NE from Omaha Skutt. He possesses a unique skill set due to his dual-threat ability and his skill progression throughout his prep career. Three games into his senior year, he looks more confident and mechanically sound than in previous years, and it still looks like he’s just scratching the surface. His strong arm and ability to push the ball downfield with accuracy (Look at 1:18 in the clip below) will imitate AFC east rival QB Josh Allen. His running ability will help make up for deficiencies in other areas of the roster.
Skutt Touchdown! pic.twitter.com/gtu1YJDpaC
— SkuttFB (boosters) (@SkuttFB) August 28, 2021
Pick 3: San Francisco 49ers – Gage Stenger Gage Stenger 6'2" | 190 lbs | ATH Millard South | 2022 State NE , QB – Millard South
6’2″ 190 lbs | Hudl
The first real shocker of the draft comes from San Francisco and their decision to take Gage Stenger Gage Stenger 6'2" | 190 lbs | ATH Millard South | 2022 State NE from Millard South. It’s not so much a shocker that he gets taken this high, as much as he got taken at QB. Stenger is committed as a defensive player to Kansas State, but the 49ers couldn’t pass up on his potential as a quarterback. He can deliver the ball on target and extend plays outside of the pocket. Stenger is lightning quick on his feet and is willing to lower the shoulder to run defenders over. Add him to an offense featuring shifty, versatile receivers like Aiyuk, Samuel, Mostert, and their star tight end Kittle, and this Stenger-led offense could be dangerous.
Pick 4: Atlanta Falcons – Devon Jackson Devon Jackson 6'2" | 200 lbs | LB Omaha Burke | 2022 State NE , OLB/S – Omaha Burke
6’2″ 200 lbs | Hudl
Despite knowing about the potential Julio Jones departure and no longer having Pitts, I believe the Falcons should look at bolstering their defense with this pick, especially with their two top safeties fleeing in free agency. With Devon Jackson Devon Jackson 6'2" | 200 lbs | LB Omaha Burke | 2022 State NE still on the board at number 4, this is great value for his talent, he provides an excellent versatile defender for the porous Falcons defense. With someone as fast and physical as Jackson, you could even plug him into a Tyrann Mathieu-type role where he can fly around the defense. Jackson has proven to be very effective in pass coverage, create turnovers, and wreak havoc in the backfield and will be a much-needed playmaker in this defense.
— 𝓓𝓮𝓿𝓸𝓷 𝓙𝓪𝓬𝓴𝓼𝓸𝓷 (@_DevonJackson_) September 10, 2021
Pick 5: Cincinnati Bengals – Deshawn Woods Deshawn Woods 6'5" | 290 lbs | OL Omaha Central | 2022 State NE , OT – Omaha Central
6’5″ 290 lbs | Hudl
This go-around, the Bengals decide to protect Joe Burrow instead of providing him some weapons. Woods would shore up a beaten-up Cincinnati OL and provide a bookend tackle opposite of LT Jonah Williams. Deshawn is physical at the point of attack and plays until the whistle. He has big strong hands and long arms and can move people at will. In one of my favorite plays from the clip below (at 42 seconds), you can see the tackle run 30 yards downfield trying to get hands on somebody to lead block, the back got tackled, but the effort and hustle aren’t unnoticed.
Pick 6: Miami Dolphins – Kaden Helms Kaden Helms 6'6" | 220 lbs | TE Bellevue West | 2022 State NE , WR/TE – Bellevue West
6’6″ 220 lbs | Hudl
The Dolphins really struggled to move the ball consistently last year. They decided to address it by providing franchise QB Tua Tagovailoa with the talented pass catcher Kaden Helms Kaden Helms 6'6" | 220 lbs | TE Bellevue West | 2022 State NE . Helms has a multi-faceted game in the sense that he can stretch the field vertically or provide a security blanket in the middle of the field, and he can create separation using his elite route-running and footwork. Helms has the speed and long, rangy frame to me mismatch against most players. The Dolphins also get an excellent blocker to help make us for any deficiencies in the offensive line.
🙇🏽♂️💞 pic.twitter.com/bivwZKhYN3
— Kaden Helms (@KadenJHelms) August 7, 2021
Pick 7: Detriot Lions – Jake Appleget Jake Appleget 6'4" | 210 lbs | LB Lincoln Southeast | 2022 State NE , LB/EDGE – Lincoln Southeast
6’4″ 205 lbs | Hudl
Appleget is a huge steal here at #7 for the Lions and at a premium position. Detroit really needs help in two areas; their defense and their pass-catchers. Appleget can do both exceptionally well, but here he gets the pick for his defensive capabilities. He is brilliant and instinctive on the field and can diagnose a play in a snap. Appleget will definitely snag any ill-advised throws his way and has the athleticism to gain a huge return. He will also be a heavy contributor to Detroit’s pass rush as he is incredibly quick with his first step and has the agility to bypass linemen and be destructive in the backfield.
Jake Appleget is a baaaad man.@ApplegetJake @SoutheastFB #nebpreps #Huskers pic.twitter.com/r4TK0oG3UH
— Kevin Sjuts (@kevinsjuts) September 4, 2021
Pick 8: Carolina Panthers – Gunnar Gottula Gunnar Gottula 6'6" | 270 lbs | OL Lincoln Southeast | 2023 State NE , OT – Lincoln Southeast
6’6″ 270 lbs | Hudl
With Sam Darnold on the roster, QB is no longer the most pressing need; however, getting someone to protect him is a huge problem. That’s where Gunnar comes in to provide a dominant tackle presence and open up running lanes for dynamic back Christian McCaffrey. Gottula, committed to Nebraska, is already showing flashes of being a cornerstone tackle as a junior. At 6’6″, he is a big guy that packs a ton of strength and mobility to move up into the second level. He is very athletic for his position and provides peace of mind that the blindside is holding up. Gottula is a mean dude who looooves his pancakes and delivering bruising blocks (go to 25 seconds below) and will make any o-line coach a happy man. Great pick here for Carolina!
Pick 9: Denver Broncos – Maverick Noonan Maverick Noonan 6'4" | 230 lbs | DL Elkhorn South | 2023 State NE , DL/EDGE – Elkhorn South
6’4″ 230 lbs | Hudl
The Broncos pass rush just got SCARIER! Having Von Miller and Bradley Chubb is already a nightmare to plan for, but you add the edge demon Maverick Noonan Maverick Noonan 6'4" | 230 lbs | DL Elkhorn South | 2023 State NE to the mix, and it is a downright daunting task. His bend around the edge and get off on the snap is eye-popping. He can get so low to the ground that he doesn’t give linemen much of a chance to get a hand on him. When in the backfield, he is vicious in pursuing the ball-carrier and will track him down several yards downfield. He has great knowledge of the game and maintaining leverage and is still so raw when it comes to the game. I believe he is just starting to scratch the surface of what he can do as a pass rusher.
Definition of relentless = pic.twitter.com/gW5iCckaVP
— Danny Noonan (@DannyNoonan95) September 6, 2021
Pick 10: Philadelphia Eagles – Micah Riley-Ducker Micah Riley-Ducker 6'6" | 240 lbs | TE Bellevue West | 2022 State NE , TE – Bellevue West
6’6″ 240 lbs | Hudl
I think this would be an awesome pick for the Eagles as they get a hardworking, gritty player to match the city of Philadelphia’s toughness. With trade rumors/ injuries surrounding TE Zach Ertz, it might be smart to go for Riley-Ducker, who is not just a TE but an overall asset to any offense. For one, Micah’s blocking ability and tenacity in that aspect make him almost like a 6th lineman, which is beneficial for an aging OL. He’s mean when it comes to blocking and loves to serve up some pancakes. Most importantly, he provides Jalen Hurts with a big, physical target with deceptive speed and the versatility to line up at receiver as well. Micah’s size makes him a mismatch against defensive backs and he is faster than most linebackers. The Hurts to Riley-Ducker connection would be tough!
Micah Riley-Ducker made this one-handed snag look easy✋👀@micah_r_d | #WarEagle pic.twitter.com/w7bjfmu6bD
— Matt Foster (@MattFosterTV) September 11, 2021
https://twitter.com/FauxDeaux/status/1433954481985757191?s=20
Pick 11: Chicago Bears – Noah Walters Noah Walters 6'1" | 190 lbs | QB Lincoln East | 2022 State NE , QB – Lincoln East
6’0″ 195 lbs | Hudl
Walters draws some similarities to Bear’s actual pick in the sense that they are both hardworking, productive, and efficient – yet severely underrated and disrespected throughout the ’draft’ (recruitment) process. Noah can flat-out throw the rock and can lead a successful high-flying offense. When you watch his film, it is evident that his arm talent is there, and he can make any throw on the field. In the first play (clip below), you can see the beautiful deep ball to his receiver in stride. His throwing motion is so smooth with a quick release and zip on the ball. In person you can see his leadership skills through his poise and command of the offense. Chi-Town you got your QB!
65 yard beauty from @noah_walters12 got the win 56-7 💯 💪🏾 pic.twitter.com/igGqwbnz2Y
— Malachi Coleman (@ChiColeman23) September 11, 2021
Pick 12: Dallas Cowboys – Ernest Hausmann Ernest Hausmann 6'3" | 210 lbs | LB Columbus | 2022 State NE , LB – Columbus
6’3″ 210 lbs | Hudl
The Cowboys’ defense needs a lot of work if they want to keep up with the high-flying offenses in the NFC. That’s why they grabbed the stud, LB Ernest Hausmann Ernest Hausmann 6'3" | 210 lbs | LB Columbus | 2022 State NE , to beef up their LB core. He is a heat-seeking missile as a ’backer and is incredible at tracking down the ball-carrier and bringing him down. His tackling mechanic is sound, and he’s looking even more dangerous as an edge presence with the more snaps he gets. This is needed in Dallas, and Hausmann can definitely provide a menacing defender along the edge.
Pick 13: Los Angeles Chargers – Gage Griffith Gage Griffith 6'3" | 285 lbs | OL Aurora | 2022 State NE , OT – Aurora
6’3″ 285 lbs | Hudl
Protecting franchise QB Justin Herbert was at the top of the list of needs, especially at the tackle position. They hugely addressed this need by snagging Gage Griffith Gage Griffith 6'3" | 285 lbs | OL Aurora | 2022 State NE from Aurora. He is a major key to the running game in the Aurora offense behind his high-motor that keeps driving until the end of the play. Griffith packs a mean punch and is a scary sight when he has a full head of steam behind him. Count in his experience and high football IQ, and you have a great bookend tackle for the foreseeable future.
Pick 14: New York Jets – LJ Richardson LJ Richardson 6'1" | 215 lbs | RB Bellevue West | 2022 State NE , RB – Bellevue West
6’2″ 208 lbs | Hudl
The Jets moved up to grab a guard in the original draft, but I believe they will move up to snag beast RB LJ Richardson LJ Richardson 6'1" | 215 lbs | RB Bellevue West | 2022 State NE in this redraft. The talent and potential is too much to pass up here. Richardson has been on a tear the first three weeks of his senior campaign. His mix of size, speed, and shiftiness is incredible to watch. He packs a mean stiff arm and can cut on a dime and change direction without compromising his speed. His ability to see the whole field and adjust accordingly is amazing to watch. With dual-threat QB Caden Becker Caden Becker 6'4" | 225 lbs | QB Skutt Catholic | 2022 State NE in the backfield as well, preparing for this rushing duo would cause some headaches.
Another game, another big time performance from LJ Richardson — including breaking some ankles on this TD run in the 1st quarter ☠️@LJRichardson__ @BellevueWestFB @TbirdEMPIRE pic.twitter.com/YfgyNLoLnu
— Matt Foster (@MattFosterTV) September 11, 2021
Probably on 4 carries too 😭
(via theqbplug/TikTok) pic.twitter.com/i7S5DZnan9— Overtime (@overtime) September 4, 2021
Pick 15: New England Patriots – Luke Johannsen Luke Johannsen 6'2" | 190 lbs | QB Bellevue West | 2022 State NE , QB – Bellevue West
6’2″ 200 lbs | Hudl
In this year’s draft, Coach Bellicheck drafted a quarterback (Mac Jones) from a proven program (Alabama) and a proven coach (Nick Saban). In our draft version, the coach picks his QB Luke Johannsen Luke Johannsen 6'2" | 190 lbs | QB Bellevue West | 2022 State NE from a proven program (Bellevue West) and under a proven winning coach (Coach Huffman). Luke does an excellent job taking control of the Bell West offense and managing all the weapons around him. He has an calm pocket presence and has a very underrated arm that can throw thedeep. Bellicheck will certainly take a well-coached, hardworking quarterback that fits his scheme and throws an accurate football without committing turnovers. Also, just like Johannsen’s current offense, the Patriots have two very good TEs (Jonnu & Hunter Henry) to give him open looks over the middle.
https://twitter.com/FauxDeaux/status/1436481276379336722?s=20
Pick 16: Arizona Cardinals – Will Hubert Will Hubert 6'4" | 235 lbs | DL Papillion-La Vista | 2022 State NE , DL/EDGE – Papillion – La Vista
6’4″ 240 lbs | Hudl
In a division full of high-flying offenses, the Cardinals need to apply as much pressure as possible. Who other to do so than 2020 NE state sack leader and LB/DE hybrid Will Hubert Will Hubert 6'4" | 235 lbs | DL Papillion-La Vista | 2022 State NE . His ability to play as a stand-up LB or with his hand in the dirt opens up the defense to new wrinkles and schemes. He is relentles when pursuing the ball-carrier and is a sure tackler when he has them in his sights. He also does a superb job shedding his blocks either as a speed or power rusher. Learning from two of this generation’s greatest sack artists (JJ Watt & Chandler Jones) will only add more weapons to Hubert’s defensive arsenal.
1. Someone get my guy Jackson Vetter a job, he’s always on my timeline getting me hyped
2. #57 looks like a different breed https://t.co/SiWwZWSkFA
— Cal Mathison (@CALfornia_Love) September 10, 2021
Pick 17: Las Vegas Raiders – Sam Sledge Sam Sledge 6'4" | 270 lbs | OL Creighton Prep | 2023 State NE , OT – Creighton Prep
6’5″ 260 lbs | Hudl
If you asked draft pundits about the Raider’s selection in this year’s draft, you might hear them say they reached. In our version of the draft, they swiped an absolute steal in Creighton Prep’s Sam Sledge Sam Sledge 6'4" | 270 lbs | OL Creighton Prep | 2023 State NE . The junior tackle would fit in nicely on either side of the line for the Raiders. He is a mauler in run protection, booting people off the field and creating huge running lanes for his backs. He maintains excellent pad level, making sure he has the lower center of gravity and finishing with a crushing jab. Sledge does an excellent job setting an anchor and holding down the blind spot and should be a stalwart on the line.
Pick 18: Miami Dolphins – Jake Gassaway Jake Gassaway 6'2" | 195 lbs | LB Millard South | 2022 State NE , OLB – Millard South
6’2″ 195 lbs | Hudl
The Dolphins can go many ways with this pick, but I think defensive-minded Brian Flores decided to get himself a new weapon. The many different ways Gassaway could be used in a Flores defense is mesmerizing. He can provide blanket coverage on backs, TEs, and slot receivers and possesses excellent tackling technique. Gassaway can also bring pressure in the backfield; he blasts through his gap and plays with maximum effort on every play. Stepping into a Kyle Van Noy role, he would absolutely ball out in this defense.
Grant Renken with the pick for Millard South on Elkhorn South’s first play of the next possession.
Stenger with his third TD pass of the half on the Patriots next play. Jake Gassaway with the concentration!
27-0 Millard South leads, :52 left in the first half. #nebpreps pic.twitter.com/PT1okZAeAL
— Mike Sautter (@MikeSautter_) September 3, 2021
Pick 19: Washington Football Team – Brodey Johnson Brodey Johnson 6'2" | 200 lbs | QB North Bend Central | 2022 State NE , QB – North Bend Central
6’2″ 195 lbs | Hudl
WFT was a team that I was expecting to make a move for a QB in the draft. In the end, I think the difference between QB5 and QB6 was too wide for them choose one at #19, but not so much the case in this draft. Brody Johnson is an exceptional QB option for the Football Team, which has a fairly good roster in place. His accuracy is what I really like about his game, he can throw the ball on a rope and push it downfield. Johnson will have enough weapons to put up points on the board with budding stars in the receiving core (Terry McLaurin & Curtis Samuel) and Logan Thomas as a reliable target over the middle, while their devastating defense holds down opposing offenses. Coach Rivera pulls the trigger on their franchise QB and hope to scoop a LB in the second round.
Big thanks to @CoachO_USD for inviting me up to a game day!! pic.twitter.com/rgSp5Kq5Eq
— Brodey Johnson (@Brodey_Johnson_) September 13, 2021
Pick 20: New York Giants – Tyson Money Tyson Money 5'10" | 195 lbs | WR Papillion-La Vista | 2022 State NE , WR – Papillion – La Vista
5’11″ 195 lbs | Hudl
The Giants WR core was missing weapons for their developing quarterback and went and got Kadarius Toney; in this draft, they got a player with a similar skillset and close enough size (Toney 6’0″ 193 – Money 5’11″ 195 lbs). He is a player that coaches will want to get the ball in his hands and let him produce, very twitchy and explosive. He can bring the ball out on a sweep, line up in the slot, or outside- it doesn’t matter, he can go out and ball. Money is a terror in the open field and can snatch your ankles. He has top-flight speed and can take a ball to the house if he can turn the corner on you. With Money, Barkley, Golladay, and Engram, Daniel Jones will have tons of weapons to elevate the Giants offense.
Cant touch this🕺🏾🕺🏾 https://t.co/LgPre1i8iT
— 𝓣𝔂𝓼𝓸𝓷 𝓜𝓸𝓷𝓮𝔂⚡️ (@TysonMoney3) September 11, 2021
Pick 21: Indianapolis Colts – Nate Raymond Nate Raymond 6'5" | 300 lbs | OL Bellevue West | 2022 State NE , LT – Bellevue West
6’5″ 305 lbs | Hudl
The Colts traded for their franchise QB; however, there is still a huge hole in the position that keeps him upright. With the retirement of Anthony Castonzo, Raymond will have the opportunity to step in and protect Wentz’s blindside. I was watching Raymond’s tape below, and he tosses people, don’t know how else to put it, he just manhandles people. He can drop into his pass sets and wait to punch someone, or he will bring the fight to you in run plays and attempt to take your head off. This is already a good line, but this will be an elite unit with Raymond anchoring the blindside.
Pick 22: Tennessee Titans – Teitum Tuioti, DL/EDGE – Lincoln Southeast
6’3″ 220 lbs | Hudl
How Tuioti fell to the Titans at 22 is surprising, but the Titans will take it! They claim one of the worst pass-rush defenses in the league, and with athletic QBs Josh Allen, Patrick Mahomes, and Lamar Jackson, they need to provide a consistent pass rush to break through for Super Bowl contention. Tuioti is a technician for beating tackles and shedding blocks and can do it standing up or with a hand in the dirt. He has impeccable hand placement and elusiveness as a pass rusher. His lightning-quick first step gives him an advantage before the tackle can drop into their pass sets. Watching his tape, just in the first play, you can see his brilliance when it comes to getting into the backfield.
Pick 23: Minnesota Vikings – Shan Acharya Shan Acharya 6'5" | 310 lbs | OL Elkhorn North | 2022 State NE , OT – Elkhorn North
6’5″ 280 lbs | Hudl
The Vikings’ o-line needs help in several areas, so for this pick, they decide to go with Shan Acharya Shan Acharya 6'5" | 310 lbs | OL Elkhorn North | 2022 State NE , the towering tackle prospect from Elkhorn North. He is a big, tall, and strong tackle with a good base and a mean streak. Acharya can eliminate defenders out of the play and makes sure to finish his block every time. He doesn’t give up much ground and has quick feet to keep up with edge defenders. He should serve up tons of pancakes while opening huge lanes for star back Dalvin Cook.
Pick 24: Pittsburgh Steelers – Christian Meneses Christian Meneses 5'11" | 185 lbs | RB Plattsmouth | 2022 State NE , RB Plattsmouth
5’11″ 185 lbs | Hudl
The Pittsburgh run game needs a revival in a HUGE way, so they addressed it by picking up prolific Plattsmouth back Christian Meneses Christian Meneses 5'11" | 185 lbs | RB Plattsmouth | 2022 State NE . He is an aggressive runner that keeps his legs moving and makes you earn any tackle you get on him. He rushed for over 1,700 yards as a junior, and so far through 3 games, he looks like he could match that total. Meneses is more than willing to take on some contact and dish some out as well, or he can cut and outrace you to the endzone. He will fit in with the Pittsburgh locker room culture with tons of grit and a hard working mentality.
Pick 25: Jacksonville Jaguars – Koa McIntyre Koa McIntyre 6'0" | 190 lbs | ATH Archibishop Bergan (Fremont) | 2022 State NE , S – Archbishop Bergan
6’1″ 205 lbs | Hudl
The Jags nabbed their QB of the future with the 1st overall pick, with the 25th pick, they pick up another quarterback, but for his talent at the safety position. The “quarterback of the defense,” McIntyre, sees the field very well, does a great job reacting to the play. He is a secure tackler that will come up in run support help shut down the run game. Koa has excellent closing speed, takes great pursuit angles, and can fly around in pass coverage, making him a dangerous weapon in the secondary. McIntyre has the athletcism to make plays on the ball and return them to the house (see pick-6 below).
https://twitter.com/kevinsjuts/status/1436155422390595586?s=20
Pick 26: Cleveland Browns – Vince Genatone Vince Genatone 6'1" | 205 lbs | LB North Platte | 2022 State NE , LB – North Platte
6’1″ 200 lbs | Hudl
The Browns did a good job addressing their needs in the secondary through free agency, but they still need a thumper in their linebacker room. Vince Genatone Vince Genatone 6'1" | 205 lbs | LB North Platte | 2022 State NE is a bruising linebacker that loves to beat people up and is a good enforcer in the middle of the defense. Genatone is a sure tackle every time he’s near the ball-carrier, using excellent technique and strength. He can burst through gaps and blow up run plays, and he’s way too quick for linemen to get their hands on him—a perfect fit in physical and athletic Cleveland defense.
That’s another TD for @genatone_v, his third of the night, and this time I have it on video! @NPHSBulldogsFB leads 35-14 with 3:54 left in the third quarter. @NPTelegraph #NebPreps pic.twitter.com/Sbaz3wySkF
— Jake Dreilinger (@DreilingerJake) August 28, 2021
Pick 27: Baltimore Ravens – Beni Ngoyi Beni Ngoyi 6'4" | 195 lbs | ATH Lincoln High | 2023 State NE , WR – Lincoln
6’4″ 180 lbs | Hudl
The goal of the offseason was to get Lamar Jackson some weapons, and they delivered big time with Ngoyi, a dynamic pass-catcher with tons of potential. Beni’s athleticism is extraordinary, and he can outduel anyone on contested catches. He’s an excellent two-way player, but his catching skills and Baltimore’s need for a WR get him drafted as such. Ngoyi is very fluid in his movement and runs smooth routes and can line up in several places. His versatility on offense and avility to take any catch to the house will create several wrinkles in this offense.
BENI PUTS ON THE JETS: @beni_ngoyi goes the distance helping @LinksAthletics beat North Star. @1011_News pic.twitter.com/VQC5srCoiq
— Dan Corey (@DanCorey_) August 28, 2021
Pick 28: New Orleans Saints – Garett Oakley, WR/TE – Columbus Scotus
6’4″ 205 lbs | Hudl
The New Orleans pass-catchers are looking pretty bare with the injury to WR Michael Thomas and the departure of Cook and Sanders. Oakley would be an excellent option for the offense and would be a fine complementary piece to Thomas in the passing game. The 6’4″ target is long, rangy, and can line up anywhere on the field and create a mismatch; he has deceptive speed and can take the top off a defense. Oakley is also a strong blocker and could be very helpful in the run game. If you need any more convincing just look at the play starting at :25 in the first clip below… yea enough said.
Pick 29: Green Bay Packers
Grant Guyett Grant Guyett 6'0" | 190 lbs | WR Omaha Westside | 2022 State NE , WR – Omaha Westside
6’0″ 189 lbs | Hudl
An offensive lineman made sense too, but we decided to keep MVP Aaron Rodgers happy and prepare for a possible Davante Adams free agency departure. Grant Guyett Grant Guyett 6'0" | 190 lbs | WR Omaha Westside | 2022 State NE would be a perfect addition to the Packers’ offense, as he can line up in many different ways and has as sure hands as there are in this draft. Guyett will go and battle for any contested catches and is an excellent hands receiver. He could play a Jordy Nelson-type role and produce see high-volume targets. He’s just an all-around athlete that can make defense pay if they slip even a little.
Grant Guyett 6-0, 190, WR '22
Back for the powerhouse Westside team in 21 will be an elite pass catching machine in Guyett, no doubt will be one of the breakout huge recruits for the 22 class & a player that can make the big plays in the big games, very good offseason this year. pic.twitter.com/FoPt51RkoQ
— Nebraska Elite 7v7 (@NELITE7v7_) July 1, 2021
Pick 30: Buffalo Bills – Dominic Rezac Dominic Rezac 6'1" | 165 lbs | RB Omaha Westside | 2022 State NE , RB – Omaha Westside
6’1 175 lbs | Hudl
Adding a gasher at running back would make the Bills offense absolutely lethal. Dominic would give the Bills a viable rushing threat in the backfield and alleviate some of the pressure off of Josh Allen. Pass rusher or TE were other options, but Rezac’s potential as every-down back is too much to pass up. Rezac is a super athlete that can break a game open with a long run. With 1,300 rushing yards and 19 TDs as a junior and a very strong start to his senior campaign, his production is proven. He can be both a finesse runner with great cuts and jukes or he can play the ground and pound game and run it down a defense’s throat. He’d be a menace as a weapon in Allen’s arsenal.
Heck of a camp today at South Carolina for Omaha Westside’s @dominic_rezac:
40 time – 4.50
Vertical – 38.5 inches
Broad – 10-4 1/2#Nebpreps pic.twitter.com/wnf3UhHkoy— Sean Callahan (@Sean_Callahan) June 13, 2021
Pick 31: Baltimore Ravens – Chance Symons Chance Symons 6'3" | 235 lbs | DL Scottsbluff | 2022 State NE , DE/EDGE – Scottsbluff
6’3″ 240 lbs | Hudl
Baltimore gets a STEAL at #31 overall with Chance Symons Chance Symons 6'3" | 235 lbs | DL Scottsbluff | 2022 State NE from Scottsbluff. Knowing they would lose 3 RBs to a season-long injury made me consider a running back, but you have to get to the quarterback in today’s league. Symons knows exactly how to get into the backfield with his electric first step and block shedding ability. With Baltimore’s two top pass rushers leaving in free agency, Symons would provide a young, hungry player to win his individual matchups and make plays.
Had a great time at UND unofficial visit/ camp excited to get back up there. @coachflyger @BubbaSchweigert @coachstepps @UNDRecruiting pic.twitter.com/Pm9fJdbCWD
— Chance Symons (@chancesymons56) July 18, 2021
Pick 32: Tampa Bay Buccaneers – Trevor Brown Trevor Brown 6'2" | 270 lbs | DL Waverly | 2022 State NE , DL – Waverly
6’2 270 lbs | Hudl
The Bucs resigned all 22 of their starters and have tons of depth at many positions, and it was tempting not taking Abram Scholting Abram Scholting 6'0" | 180 lbs | QB Pierce | 2023 State NE as an heir behind Tom Brady. However, Trevor Brown Trevor Brown 6'2" | 270 lbs | DL Waverly | 2022 State NE is the pick, and he is a monster in the trenches for the Waverly Vikings and would give the Bucs some youth on the DL. Brown is a relentless power rusher that can bully his way into the backfield. His junior year clip shows how dominant he is, using great leverage and hand placement to stand linemen straight up. Get him in a pass rush rotation with Shaq Barrett, JPP, Suh, Vea, and its lights out!