2019 NFL Draft – Overall Rankings

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You are currently viewing the best overall players in the 2019 NFL Draft. Our top overall prospects are selected after thousands of hours carefully scouting the best players in college football. Even though only 256  will get selected in the draft, hundreds more are signed as free agents, and many more receive a training camp invite. Find who is a first round talent, and who is likely nothing more than a training camp body. Find draft sleepers, draft stars, who will be a bust, and who is being undervalued.

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(Last Updated: April 24, 2019)

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Quinnen Williams entered the year with some potential, but since then has had an incredible climb up draft boards. The 6’4" 300 pound defensive lineman has famously been described as being “like blocking a 300 pound bar of soap" because of how hard he is to grab. Quinnen has an elite first step for his size, and an incredible motor. 71 tackles from the interior d-line position is extremely rare, especially on a defense with consistent talent. He is equally great against the run and pass, can makes plays through double teams, and never gives up on a play.

2018 Stats

15 games: 71 tackles, 19.5 tackles for loss, 8 sacks, 1 pass defended

Nick Bosa is following in his older brother’s footsteps quite well. The athletic defensive end has a chance to be the number one player drafted overall, as he is an absolute menace as a pass rusher. His junior year was disappointing because he only played in 3 games, but scouts won’t let that deter them. He has 29 tackles for loss in 29 career games. He has prototypical size to go along with incredible production and athleticism when healthy, so the only question mark is if there will be any significant medical red flags.

2018 Stats

3 games: 14 tackles, 6 tackles for loss, 4 sacks

Josh Allen is certainly the top senior in the draft. The progression of Allen has been incredible, and he still has some more improvement that he can do. Allen has a unique combination of size and speed, measuring at about 6’5" 260 pounds. Most players of his size played defensive end, but Allen has been playing linebacker his whole career. Allen is an elite pass rusher who can use speed or power moves to beat linemen, and recorded an astounding 17 sacks (2nd in FBS) against SEC competition. He has a good head on his shoulders, works hard, and has elite athleticism for his size.

2018 Stats

13 tackles: 88 tackles, 21.5 tackles for loss, 17 sacks, 4 passes defended

Devin White is a pure linebacker who can do it all. He gets sideline to sideline, tackles hard and with great form, rarely misses tackles, diagnoses plays well, and has the athleticism to chase down fast running backs. He is disciplined, well coached, and loves the game. White has also played pretty well in pass coverage. Combine these elite skills with his solid 6’1" 240 pound frame and leadership experience, and you have an inside linebacker that’s worthy of a top 10 pick. There’s not much more you could want in a linebacker than the skills of Devin White.

2018 Stats

13 games: 123 tackles, 12 tackles for loss, 3 sacks, 6 passes defended

Greedy Williams is a shutdown corner with the potential to turn into an all-time great. His incredible size, length, athleticism, and pedigree make him a possible top-5 pick. The 6’3" corner has the size to defend any receiver, and he held opposing quarterbacks to embarrassing statistics whenever they tried to pass in his direction. He rarely gets beat, and even though he isn’t as technically-sound as Deandre Baker, keep in mind that Greedy is only a redshirt sophomore. He has A LOT of room to grow.

2018 Stats

11 games: 33 tackles, 11 passes defended, 2 interceptions (6 INT’s in 2017)

Most scouts aren’t quite sure what to think of Rashan Gary, which is rare to say about someone projected as a top-10 pick. Gary’s ranking is all about his potential. The 6’5" 280 pound defensive end has enough power to knock o-linemen on their butts with just one arm, while also having great quickness for his size. He hasn’t been very productive throughout his career, and has also dealt with injuries. He has the speed and strength to play anywhere on the line, and might be quick enough to even play OLB in a 3-4. Drop him into coverage or send him after the passer and defenses will be afraid. He is a perfect example of a prospect described as “more of an athlete than a football player" but his potential is sky-high.

2018 Stats

9 games: 38 tackles, 6.5 tackles for loss, 3.5 sacks

Montez Sweat has been one of the top defensive ends in this stacked class for a while, but he shot up draft boards after his incredible combine performance. Not only did Sweat weigh in heavier than expected (260 pounds) to be able to play defensive end, he also ran the 40-yard dash in 4.41 seconds. That was faster than all running backs but one, and he outweighed that “one" by 62 pounds. His speed shows on tape and he bends well around the edge, but he doesn’t use his power well. He relies solely on speed moves and will need to refine his technique to consistently beat tackles in the NFL. His power should be better now that he’s up to 260 pounds.

2018 Stats

13 games: 53 tackles, 14.5 tackles for loss, 12 sacks

Ed Oliver has fallen a little bit after a less productive season in his junior year. Oliver dealt with some injuries and potentially-spotty motivation this year, but still performed pretty well through 8 games. His athleticism is remarkable, as he has elite acceleration and really good power moves. He can play multiple spots on the defensive line, and has great potential as a pass rusher. Although he isn’t thought of as a great run stopper, he had 14.5 tackles for loss with only 3 sacks, which shows great disruptiveness against running backs. His athleticism and comparisons to Aaron Donald will help him stay on teams’ radars as a definite first rounder.

2018 Stats

8 games: 54 tackles, 14.5 tackles for loss, 3 sacks

There’s a chance that Jonah Williams falls a little bit before the draft because he isn’t an elite athlete, nor does he have elite length. Regardless, Jonah Williams has good foot speed, balance, strength, and technique. He has been a starting offensive tackle for the Tide ever since his true freshman season, and he should be plenty successful in the NFL. Some people think he might change positions at the next level, but I don’t think that would be necessary.

2018 Stats

15 games, 15 starts. All 3 years as a starter

Clelin Ferrell looks the part of an NFL defensive end with his size, length, and elite athleticism. Ferrell measured at 6’5" 265 pounds, and is as quick as any edge rusher in the draft. He holds the edge well in the run but doesn’t make many tackles. He had an impressive 20 tackles for loss this season, and was part of an intimidating Clemson defensive line that led them to an undefeated season. Ferrell also has good power, and can beat linemen with a variety of moves. He is also good and lower his shoulder and going below blocks. Ferrell can do a little bit of anything and is a phenomenal athlete.

2018 Stats

15 games: 55 tackles, 20 tackles for loss, 11.5 sacks

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