NFL Draft

HEIGHT: 5'10 3/4"

WEIGHT: 224

HAND: 9 5/8"

ARM: 31 1/2"

WINGSPAN: 6'2 1/2"

40-YARD DASH: 4.60

3-CONE: DNP

SHUTTLE: DNP 

VERTICAL: 33"

BROAD: 10'0"

POSITIVES

— Good size for the position. Thicker lower body.

— Patient runner with good vision. Knows how to tempo his runs to let his blocks develop.

— Consistently runs behind his pads. Falls forward when getting tackled.

— Runs with very good balance. Plays with a wide base and tight footwork.

— Tough runner who constantly falls forward. Strong player who churns his legs and makes himself a hard tackle for defenders.

—.Good hands when working out of the backfield.

— Willing pass protector who blocks with a good base.

NEGATIVES

— Not overly explosive.

— Route-running experience mostly consists of checkdowns and screens.

— Did have fumbles with extended touches.

2021 STATISTICS

276 ATT, 1,601 YDS (5.8 AVG), 23 TD, 28 REC, 199 YDS

NOTES

— Played linebacker at times during the 2019 season.

— Former walk-on.

OVERALL

Tyler Allgeier is a running back with a good build who has true three-down potential in the NFL. He runs with a good base and is light on his feet with polished footwork for his size.

Allgeier understands how to tempo his runs and utilize his vision. He consistently shows the ability to set up his blockers with enough burst to take advantage of the holes that are developing. Allgeier is a tough runner who does not go down easily, often making the first defender miss with his contact balance and strength.

Allgeier is also a willing pass protector, where his play strength and balance show up. His eyes consistently go to the right spot and he will meet defenders with a good base, but he can be inconsistent with his sustain on his blocks. He also is a natural pass-catcher who is more than comfortable when the ball is thrown his way.

While Allgeier flashes good burst and enough long speed, he is not overly explosive to be a constant home run hitter. His route running is also limited at this point in time just because of what was asked out of him in the BYU offense. His extensive touches over the past two seasons will also cause concern for some teams.

Overall, Allgeier has the play strength, vision and enough athleticism to be a feature player in a running back rotation for NFL teams. His full package of traits makes him so much more than just a battering ram. Allgeier's hands and willingness as a pass protector will also allow him to see the field on all three downs.

Allgeier would best be paired with another back who has more burst to his game, but he has the size and well-rounded game to be able to take a chunk of the touches. His lack of true home run speed and some tread on his tires are his main blemishes, but Allgeier has the efficiency, vision and toughness to be a consistent contributor in the run game.

GRADE: 7.2 (High-level backup/Potential starter - 3rd Round)

OVERALL RANK: 93

POSITION RANK: RB5

PRO COMPARISON: James Conner

Written by B/R NFL Scout Nate Tice

HEIGHT: 6'0 5/8"

WEIGHT: 197

HAND: 8 3/4"

ARM: 30 3/4"

WINGSPAN: 6'4"

40-YARD DASH: 4.38

3-CONE: DNP

SHUTTLE: DNP

VERTICAL: DNP

BROAD: DNP

POSITIVES

— Plays with understanding of the defense with specific leverage.

— Long strider who gets up to speed quickly. Has very good speed to run with receivers.

— Above-average quickness and lateral skills with breaking ability.

— Uses hands well to get in phase and bump receivers off route.

— Willing tackler who throws his body around.

NEGATIVES

— Long strider who lumbers at times. Has trouble with stopping and restarting.

— Struggles to flip his hips and run.

— Below-average awareness of the threats in his zone.

— Average to below-average block destruction. He puts up little fight and can easily get walled off.

— Takes poor angles to the ball and struggles with open-field tackling.

2021 STATISTICS

12 Games, 33 Tackles, 6 PBU

NOTES

— Four-year starter

— 4-star prospect, per 247Sports

OVERALL

Tariq Castro-Fields is a cornerback with tons of playing experience over his career. He is a four-year starter who has over 100 tackles and has full understanding of the coverages he plays.

Standing at around 6’0", Castro-Fields has long arms that he uses often. A long strider, he shows the ability to run well and quickly gets up to top speed; though he shows trouble changing direction and flipping his hips. He does a very good job playing routes in front of him and bursting out of breaks when he can see the route develop. With quick feet and above-average lateral movement, Castro-Fields is able to play well in press.

He uses his hands and length to quickly get in phase with receivers downfield. When in off coverage, he can get lazy with his technique, causing him to allow many completed catches in front of him. In zone, he plays with above-average feel but loses receivers who aren't in his immediate vision. Also, when playing the pass, he plays with bad eyes at times and takes ill-advised gambles.

Castro-Fields can struggle playing the run. Although he is a willing tackler who supports the run and throws his body around, he has a high count of missed tackles on the season, with PFF crediting him for 11. He works best when given a clear angle for him to attack the ball carrier, although there are times where he takes poor angles and melts off the tackles.

Ultimately, Castro-Fields is a draftable player with backup ability. His experience can help him, but there are many areas in his game that he must improve before becoming impactful at the next level.

GRADE: 5.9 (6th Round: Backup/Draftable)

OVERALL RANK: 249

POSITION RANK: CB30

PRO COMPARISON: Ka’Dar Hollman

Written by B/R NFL Scout Cory Giddings

The teams that lost during Wild Card Weekend surely won't take much solace in it, but the one silver lining is an improved draft position as they turn their attention toward the future.

The first 18 picks were already decided by the regular-season standings, but the remaining selections will be locked in as the playoffs unfold.

With that in mind, here is a look at the updated draft order following the Los Angeles Rams' win over the Arizona Cardinals on Monday.

While the final eight choices could change depending on outcomes, the current order is courtesy of Tankathon.

1. Jacksonville Jaguars

2. Detroit Lions

3. Houston Texans

4. New York Jets

5. New York Giants

6. Carolina Panthers

7. New York Giants (via Chicago Bears)

8. Atlanta Falcons

9. Denver Broncos

10. New York Jets (via Seattle Seahawks)

11. Washington Football Team

12. Minnesota Vikings

13. Cleveland Browns

14. Baltimore Ravens

15. Philadelphia Eagles (via Miami Dolphins)

16. Philadelphia Eagles (via Indianapolis Colts)

17. Los Angeles Chargers

18. New Orleans Saints

19. Philadelphia Eagles

20. Pittsburgh Steelers

21. New England Patriots

22. Las Vegas Raiders

23. Arizona Cardinals

24. Dallas Cowboys

25. Cincinnati Bengals

26. Miami Dolphins (via San Francisco 49ers)

27. Buffalo Bills

28. Detroit Lions (via Los Angeles Rams)

29. Kansas City Chiefs

30. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

31. Tennessee Titans

32. Green Bay Packers

One of the biggest question marks for any draft is how many quarterbacks will be taken in the first round, especially after so many were selected in the early going last year.

In fact, five of the first 15 picks were signal-callers in 2021, including the first three. Clemson's Trevor Lawrence, BYU's Zach Wilson, North Dakota State's Trey Lance, Ohio State's Justin Fields and Alabama's Mac Jones all heard their names called in those opening 15 picks and could be the franchise quarterbacks for their respective teams for years to come if they live up to their potential.

There may not be that many taken this year from a quarterback class that is considered comparatively weak, although the nature and overall importance of the position often convinces teams to take chances on prospects they otherwise wouldn't in different areas of the depth chart.

B/R NFL Scouting Department's post-regular-season mock draft underscored this reality with just two quarterbacks going in the first round: Cincinnati's Desmond Ridder (No. 9 overall) and Pittsburgh's Kenny Pickett (No. 11 overall).

While Ridder helped the Bearcats become the first Group of Five school to make the College Football Playoff and Pickett led the Panthers to an ACC championship, even they aren't considered surefire top prospects like Lawrence and Joe Burrow have been in recent years.

That could open the door for other positions to dominate on the first day of the draft, which is good news for teams that need pass-rushers and wide receivers.

B/R NFL Scouting Department's draft has Oregon's Kayvon Thibodeaux (No. 2), Michigan's Aidan Hutchinson (No. 3) and Purdue's George Karlaftis (No. 4) as three pass-rushers going in the top five alone, which could give some of the league's worst teams the opportunity to bolster their future defenses by addressing one of the most important areas on the field.

As for the pass-catchers, USC's Drake London (No. 8), Ohio State's Chris Olave (No. 13), Alabama's Jameson Williams (No. 17), Penn State's Jahan Dotson (No. 18), Arkansas' Treylon Burks (No. 21) and Ohio State's Garrett Wilson (No. 27) are six wide receivers who could hear their names called in the first round.

The 2021 draft, like so many others, was defined by its quarterbacks in the first round.

This year's could be characterized by the players pursuing the quarterbacks and catching passes from them.

The Pittsburgh Steelers could look to start fresh at the quarterback position by selecting Pittsburgh's Kenny Pickett in the 2022 NFL draft, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network:

"Kenny Pickett's a name to watch," Rapoport said Monday on Good Morning Football. "He goes to Pitt, they share a facility with the Steelers, they've done a lot of homework on him, it's easy to have those conversations, they've seen him in person. Not saying that's gonna be the guy, but there's a lot to like between those two parties."

Roethlisberger, 39, hasn't officially announced his retirement, but he and others indicated Sunday's 42-21 playoff loss to the Kansas City Chiefs was his last game.

"As we move from one chapter to the next, it's going to be different, but it's going to be fun," he said after the game.

Rapoport noted the Steelers will give both Mason Rudolph and Dwayne Haskins a chance to earn the starting job next year and that they are unlikely to trade picks for a star such as Russell Wilson or Aaron Rodgers.

The draft will still be the best place to find a long-term replacement at the position.

Even in what seems like a down year at quarterback, there are several players who could go in the first round, including Pickett, Desmond Ridder, Matt Corral and Malik Willis. The latest mock draft from Bleacher Report's Scouting Department projected Ridder going No. 9 overall as the first quarterback off the board, followed by Pickett at No. 11.

The Steelers are set to pick 20th overall.

Of all the top QB prospects in this class, no one had a better 2021 season than Pickett. He led his team to an ACC title while totaling 4,319 passing yards, 42 touchdown passes and just seven interceptions in 13 games. He also finished third in Heisman Trophy voting behind Alabama's Bryce Young and Michigan's Aidan Hutchinson.

Pickett is accurate and athletic, but the biggest concern could be whether this was a one-year fluke after he totaled just 38 touchdown passes in his previous three seasons as a starter.

The Steelers should at least have a good assessment of the local product heading into April's draft.    

Georgia linebacker Nakobe Dean announced Friday on Instagram that he is forgoing his senior season and declaring for the 2022 NFL draft.

The B/R NFL Scouting Department ranks Dean as the No. 1 linebacker and No. 21 overall prospect in the 2022 draft class. The group's latest mock draft before Monday's College Football Playoff title game had Dean going 16th overall to the Philadelphia Eagles.

Pro Football Focus thinks highly of his work, too:

His leadership and intangibles are also big plusses.

Dean helped lead a Georgia defense that allowed a Division I FBS-best 10.2 points per game this past season. He finished the year with 72 tackles (36 solo), six sacks, five pass breakups and two interceptions.

The star linebacker shouldn't wait too long to hear his name called. The Eagles in particular have a need for playmaking linebackers who can rush the passer, and they currently own the 15th, 16th and 19th overall selections.

Dean wasn't the only Georgia player to declare for the draft Friday, as wideout George Pickens announced his intentions to go pro as well.

With no clear No. 1 quarterback in the 2022 class, anything could happen in this year's NFL draft. And while Kayvon Thibodeaux, Aidan Hutchinson and Evan Neal figure to be the top choices, there are several underrated players that could turn into studs at the NFL level. 

In particular, the 2022 class has many talented wide receivers available, including Garrett Wilson, Chris Olave and Jameson Williams. However, after the news that Williams suffered a torn ACL, there should be more movement in the stock of several receivers. 

One of those receivers is Penn State's Jahan Dotson, who is often overlooked. Drake London and Treylon Burks should also receive more attention in the coming weeks. 

With that being said, lets take a look at where Dotson might land with a first-round mock draft.

2022 1st-Round Mock Draft

1. Jacksonville Jaguars: Kayvon Thibodeaux, DE, Oregon
2. Detroit Lions: Aidan Hutchinson, DE, Michigan
3. Houston Texans: Evan Neal, OT, Alabama
4. New York Jets: George Karlaftis, DE, Purdue
5. New York Giants: Derek Stingley Jr., CB, LSU
6. Carolina Panthers: Kenny Pickett, QB, Pittsburgh
7. New York Giants (via Chicago Bears): Ikem Ekwonu, OT, NC State
8. Atlanta Falcons: Kyle Hamilton, S, Notre Dame
9. Denver Broncos: Malik Willis, QB, Liberty 
10. New York Jets (via Seattle Seahawks): Garrett Wilson, WR, Ohio State
11. Washington Football Team: Matt Corral, QB, Ole Miss
12. Minnesota Vikings: Ahmad Gardner, CB, Cincinnati 
13. Cleveland Browns: Chris Olave, WR, Ohio State
14. Baltimore Ravens: David Ojabo, DE, Michigan
15. Philadelphia Eagles (via Miami Dolphins): Nakobe Dean, LB, Georgia
16. Philadelphia Eagles (via Indianapolis Colts): Andrew Booth Jr., CB, Clemson
17. Los Angeles Chargers: Jameson Williams, WR, Alabama
18. New Orleans Saints: Sam Howell, QB, North Carolina
19. Philadelphia Eagles: DeMarvin Leal, DE, Texas A&M
20. Pittsburgh Steelers: Desmond Ridder, QB, Cincinnati 
21. New England Patriots: Kaiir Elam, CB, Florida
22. Miami Dolphins (via San Francisco 49ers): Bernhard Raimann, OL, Central Michigan
23. Las Vegas Raiders: Devin Lloyd, LB, Utah 
24. Arizona Cardinals: Jordan Davis, DT, Georgia
25. Cincinnati Bengals: Kenyon Green, OL, Texas A&M
26. Buffalo Bills: Drake London, WR, USC
27. Detroit Lions (via Los Angeles Rams): Carson Strong, QB, Nevada
28. Dallas Cowboys: Trent McDuffie, CB, Washington
29. Kansas City Chiefs: Drake Jackson, DE, USC
30. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Jahan Dotson, WR, Penn State
31. Tennessee Titans: Zion Johnson, OL, Boston College
32. Green Bay Packers: Travon Walker, DE, Georgia

Jahan Dotson, WR, Penn State

With receivers like Wilson, Olave and Williams, Dotson is easy to overlook. However, he's been a consistent playmaker for the Nittany Lions over the last two seasons and deserves to be mentioned among the best. 

In 2020, Dotson caught 52 passes for 884 yards and eight touchdowns. He took a significant step forward in 2021, catching 91 passes for 1,182 yards and 12 scores.

Dotson was also able to separate himself from the pack despite inconsistent quarterback play from Sean Clifford. He was named a semifinalist for the prestigious Biletnikoff Award, won by Pittsburgh's Jordan Addison, and also earned first-team All-Big Ten honors.

B/R's NFL Scouting Department mentions that the 5'11", 184-pound receiver is a great route-runner, good against the press, has great hands and catching range and is dangerous at all three levels. 

Overall, Dotson has the athleticism and skill set to make him a Day 1 starter for any NFL offense. While his lack of size and build will make some teams hesitant to take him early and may limit his overall upside, he is a true football player with a competitive streak and dynamic play ability that makes him an exciting prospect whom every team would love to have.

Dotson is comparable to Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett, who was selected in the third round of the 2015 draft. Lockett has three straight seasons of more than 1,000 receiving yards. 

Dotson will be intriguing to many teams, including the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. With Chris Godwin set to become a free agent, the Buccaneers will need to address the wide receiver position, especially after also parting ways with Antonio Brown. 

Dotson could be the perfect fit alongside Mike Evans, and what better way to kick off your NFL career than learning from him and catching passes from Tom Brady?

Prediction: Dotson to the Buccaneers at No. 30

Jordan Davis, DT, Georgia

Davis was a key cog in Georgia's defense in 2021, but he's often overlooked in the 2022 class because of other talented defenders.

The 22-year-old had the best season of his collegiate career in 2021, registering two sacks, five tackles for a loss, 32 tackles, and one pass defended in 14 games, including one tackle for a loss in the national championship game against Alabama. 

B/R's NFL Scouting Department mentions that the 6'6", 340-pound big man has a "body type and length," meaning he will be bigger than nearly every offensive lineman he faces. He also has incredible strength, controls blocks well and has good flexibility. 

He's an exceptional run defender, but his pass-rushing reps leave something to be desired, especially since it's clear that he has the athletic traits to do it effectively.

Davis' middling pass-rushing traits and the general value of defensive tackles may scare some teams off in the top 10, but he will be a force multiplier in the run game right away.

Davis is another player that will be intriguing to many teams, but he could slip to later in the first round, and the Cardinals will be waiting. Adding Davis would allow J.J. Watt and Zach Allen more freedom for one-on-one matchups.

In addition, he would help improve the team's run defense, which allowed 114.8 yards per game in 2021. Davis would easily be able to push running backs to the outside, where Zaven Collins and Isaiah Simmons would allow them little movement. 

Prediction: Davis to the Cardinals at No. 24

Alabama wide receiver Jameson Williams announced he's declaring for the 2022 NFL draft.

Williams ranked 12th overall and third at his position on the big board for Bleacher Report's NFL Scouting Department before suffering an injury during the College Football Playoff National Championship Game. He was also projected to go 17th overall to the Los Angeles Chargers on B/R's mock draft before the injury on Monday.

B/R NFL scout Nate Tice compared him to three-time Pro Bowler DeSean Jackson:

Jameson Williams is an outside wide receiver with true home run speed that will translate to any NFL offense. He has excellent burst and long speed that lets him take the top off defenses on deep routes, but he can also split defenders on underneath throws and consistently create yards after the catch.

Although Williams' calling card is his overwhelming speed, he shows polish and nuance with his route running. He will tempo his routes to keep defenders off-balance and has good body control and balance to consistently stay tight when breaking on routes. This ability flashes the most on double-moves and makes him a tough guard for defenders throughout a game.

The 6'2" pass-catcher took full advantage of the NCAA's new transfer rules and headed south to Tuscaloosa ahead of the 2021 season following two nondescript years at Ohio State.

"To me, things were just unclear," Williams said of his situation with the Buckeyes, per BamaInsider's Andrew Bone. "I wasn't certain of my role in the offense. The receiver room got crowded. I just decided I needed a fresh start. I decided to enter the portal."

If he had stayed in Columbus, the 20-year-old probably would have been overshadowed by the trio of Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Garrett Wilson and Chris Olave once again. As a member of the Crimson Tide, he instead played a starring role in the passing game.

The St. Louis native was the team's leading receiver, finishing with 79 catches for 1,572 yards and 15 touchdowns.

His best performance came in a 42-35 victory over Arkansas on Nov. 20. He finished with eight receptions, 190 yards and three touchdowns.

Especially after he reportedly suffered a torn ACL in the national championship game, per ESPN's Adam Schefter, questions lingered as to whether Williams would return to Alabama for his senior year.

DeVonta Smith was a prime example of why exhausting one's eligibility can be beneficial.

Smith could have made the jump to the NFL after his junior season and still been an early-round pick. Instead, he stayed at Alabama for 2020 and had one of the most prolific years for any FBS receiver ever (117 receptions, 1,856 yards, 23 touchdowns) en route to winning the Heisman Trophy. He was also the 10th overall pick in the 2021 draft.

Bryce Young is back for 2022 as well, so it's not as if Alabama's offense is likely to take a step backward, either.

But Williams put enough on tape to almost certainly be a Day 1 this spring, even with the ACL injury. His breakaway speed is clear to see with a cursory viewing of his highlight reel, and that big-play ability will tantalize NFL scouts.

Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban might be disappointed he only had Williams' services for one season.

In terms of finding a replacement, Saban has already shown a willingness to lean on the transfer portal for immediate results. Alabama also has commitments from three 4-star receiver recruits: Shazz Preston, Aaron Anderson and Kobe Prentice.

Alabama offensive tackle Evan Neal confirmed to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport on Thursday that he's declaring for the 2022 NFL draft.

Neal is the No. 4 overall player on the big board for Bleacher Report's NFL Scouting Department. He was projected to go first overall to the Jacksonville Jaguars in B/R's mock draft:

The Jacksonville Jaguars once again sit atop year's draft. Fortunately, they chose Trevor Lawrence last year so they don't have to address the quarterback position in what appears to be a down year for the class. 

Instead, the organization's approach now veers toward building around Lawrence to maximize his capabilities after a season of impeding his growth. Alabama's Evan Neal presents tremendous upside as a young left tackle prospect who's still growing and learning his position.

Bleacher Report's Scouting Department notes in its scouting report that he's "exceptionally explosive and smooth out of his stance at 350 pounds," with "the range, footwork and weight distribution to play on an island."

Fans have become accustomed to seeing the Crimson Tide send skilled defensive linemen to the next level. The program is building a similar assembly line on the offensive front.

Depending on where Neal lands, it could be the fourth straight year Alabama has an offensive lineman come off the board in the first round (Jonah Williams in 2019, Jedrick Wills Jr. in 2020 and Alex Leatherwood in 2021). Landon Dickerson was also a second-rounder in 2021.

Because of the quality of competition Neal faced in Tuscaloosa, he had to move around the line in his three years with the team. He played primarily at left guard as a freshman in 2019 before shifting to right tackle as a sophomore in 2020. This season, he replaced Leatherwood at left tackle.

That versatility looks good on a resume for NFL scouts, but Neal's athleticism is what has left pro personnel enamored. 

Alabama lists the Florida native at 6'7" and 350 pounds. A man of his size shouldn't be able to do this:

"At his size, he is the most impressive lower body power athlete we have ever seen," Matt Rhea, Alabama's director of sports science, told Bruce Feldman of The Athletic. "His jumping power is in the top 1 percent we have ever measured. At 350 pounds, he routinely hits box jumps at 48 inches."

In June, NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah looked at his game and came away impressed. However, Jeremiah noted Neal had some work to do as a pass-blocker: "His feet get stuck every so often, allowing defenders to beat him on the high side and corner to the quarterback."

For the most part, that wasn't an issue in 2021.

Left tackle is the most important position on the offensive line, so a team that drafts Neal in the first round might be looking for him to fit there long-term. Should he instead work better on the right side, he'd still provide plenty of value.

Another year at Alabama might have helped him add more polish, but nobody can blame him for making the jump given how high his stock is.