Bryan Bresee Dynasty Rookie Draft Outlook. Kareem Jackson isn't getting any younger in the Mile High City. Update: Basham looked ready to contribute quickly but he has been the slower of the 2 early edge defenders to assimilate -- playing with the backups in preseason games. ??? 1 Prospect in the Country in 2020, and he paid off immediately, but he has missed some time the past two seasons. He checked in below-average in speed score, though (91.8). The prototypical safety for todays NFL can tackle and cover, and thus, should be an instant contributor for Las Vegas in 2021. ??? Levi Onwuzurike didnt have eye-popping numbers at Washington, but hell have an opportunity to become the interior presence the Lions have lacked these past few seasons. Farley earned 1st-team All-ACC honors in 2019, led the conference in PDs (16) and returned 1 of his 4 picks for a TD. It is important to form your own opinions by watching film and studying each player, rather than just taking someone else . He had to wait until Round 2, but the former Alabama lineman still went 1st at the position -- 6th in the round to New England. The Cardinals quickly erased any questions about Collins' initial role by announcing that he'll take over the "Mike" job that had belonged to Jordan Hicks. But the big guy also grabbed 4 INTs in just 8 contests last year and finished as Pro Football Focus top-graded coverage LB. He did opt-out of the 2020 season, but Rousseau managed a very impressive 16 sacks in 2019 to go along with 46 pressures and an 80.7 pass-rush grade. Phillips moves up one spot from his previous ranking thanks to landing on a team that provides one of the best opportunities among all edge defenders in this class. Gregory Rousseau DE, Buffalo Bills: Before opting out of the 2020 season due to COVID-19, Rousseau piled up a gaudy 15.5 sacks for the Hurricanes in 2019. 1 in the pre-draft process and remains in that spot after being the first linebacker off the board in the NFL Draft. But he flies around the field making big plays. In 2020, Turner posted one of the highest pass-rush grades (90.0) among edge rushers taken in the first two days of the draft. Zaven Collins - ILB, Arizona Cardinals. Farley arrived at Virginia Tech as a high school QB switching to WR. Werner totaled 185 tackles (111 solo), 16 tackles for a loss, 13 passes defensed, 4 forced fumbles, and 4 sacks in four seasons at Ohio State. Ossai is likely to play behind Sam Hubbard and Trey Hendrickson in Cincinnati at least for one season. 2. 6. 100. Ojulari brings NFL speed off the edge and perhaps the best pass-rushing hands in this entire class. Grabbing an edge defender at the end of the first round was the right move for the Buccaneers, in my opinion. ?5 PBUs and 3 INTs#FFIDP #NFLDraft pic.twitter.com/BCf9945mOm. 2. Odeyingbo delivered 20 tackles for loss in 20 games over the past 2 seasons. Isaiahh Loudermilk, DE, Steelers22. Depending on your league scoring and format -- as well as your roster construction -- you could even skip over Paye and the next edge defender for my 5th LB, if youd like. Holland was the first safety selected in the 2021 NFL Draft and is one of the most versatile defensive backs in the class. In case you hadnt seen, this is Penn States Jayson Oweh. Theres no reason for Addison or Hughes to play over 600 snaps again this year, considering theyre both well into their 30s. Jordan Smith, EDGE, Jaguars27. Thats basically the edge for Horn over Surtain on my board. He'll lose value in most leagues if that happens. He snagged 9 INTs and defensed 19 passes over 2 seasons with Oregon before the opt out. Ojulari has been the Giants biggest offseason standout. Jones is one of my biggest winners from this IDP rookie class because of the Rams depth chart. And while the dominant storyline surrounding this year's festivities in Cleveland was the fistful of signal-callers who were drafted in Round 1 (including four in the first 11 picks), there was plenty of drama and intrigue on the defensive side of the ball as well. Print. Dayo Odenigbo, IND-83.0 4. Hes a clear winner on the size-speed front. Kwity Paye, IND 85.8 Turners 10.5 tackles for loss and 5 sacks in just 5 games last year -- plus 11 career passes defensed -- point to the upside New Orleans is trying to mine. Atlanta shed its top 3 safeties this offseason, allowing Keanu Neal, Ricardo Allen and Damontae Kazee to walk. #IDP Highest coverage grade from draft-eligible safeties in 2020 (per @PFF): 1. And who are simply the best bets at each position? will switch to WILL linebacker at the NFL level. In Denver, Browning doesn't appear headed for a 2021 starting gig. 1 IDP player for 2021? As a result, Barnes will be competing for a three-down role. Azeez Ojulari OLB, New York Giants: Ojulari was widely regarded as a first-round talent before medical concerns caused him to drop into Day 2. 5. Gay may still end up being the best coverage linebacker on this team, but Bolton is not necessarily lacking in that regard, having managed a 90.4 coverage grade in 2019 for Mizzou. Holland was the first safety selected in the 2021 NFL Draft and is one of the most versatile defensive backs in the class. Print. As a result, he's raw as a prospect and will be a situational player behind Trey Hendrickson and Sam Hubbard for the foreseeable future. Having played the 2020 season with the likes of Justin Houston, Al-Quadin Muhammad, Denico Autry and Tyquan Lewis as their primary starters on the edge, the Colts were in need of a fresh face to take over for the future. Owehs first-round draft capital and selection by a pass-rush-needy team like the Ravens has me very excited about his dynasty outlook, as well as his rookie year. Bill Belichick should certainly know how to leverage Barmore's skills. PFF's Fantasy Football Expected Points tool is primarily used for identifying potential over and undervalued players. Dallas struggled to apply pressure to opposing quarterbacks last season. I expect more of the same in 2021 in Washington. Tarron Jackson, DE, Eagles21. However, if Fangio wants him to be more of an edge rusher, he'll see fewer opportunitiesplaying behind Bradley Chubb and Von Miller. The most exciting time of the year for dynasty fantasy football managers is the rookie draft. In two years as the Cardinals starter, Hicks has finished below a 60.0 grade in all major defensive categories (overall, run defense, pass-rush, coverage). Owusu-Koramoah looks like the best bet to lead the 2021 crew in playing time. 4. ?80.9 run-defense grade (3rd among Pac-12 DIs) He delivered 54 tackles, 19.5 tackles for loss and 15.5 sacks as a redshirt freshman for Miami in 2019. But the 6'3", 234-pounder topped 100 total tackles last year at Kentucky and will all but certainly be a Day 1 starter at WILL linebacker in the nation's capital. He lost his freshman year to an ACL tear and had 2 back surgeries in the past year. Heading into a dynasty rookie draft that includes superflex and IDPs? ?79.9 overall @PFF grade (4th among Big 12 EDs) The deepest defensive positions in this class are edge defenders and cornerbacks. Cisco appeared in just 2 games last season before an October ACL tear. #IDP New Giants EDGE, Azeez Ojulari's 2020 numbers: ???? The evolution of the EDGE designation could deliver BIG value in your fantasy football draft. He was clearly the best available player at his position, but apparently concerns about coachability dropped him out of the first round. Joseph Ossai, DE, Bengals6. Carlos Basham Jr., DE, Bills7. I certainly understand that having a defensive back this high in the rankings could be a reach, but if Im leaving my rookie drafts without Grant I am not going to be happy. Payes athleticism and physicality are off the charts, and he should get a great opportunity to see the field and improve as a pass rusher as well as contribute as a run defender. Bolton added 12 passes defensed. This allows edge rushers to hold their NFL value no matter what kind of scheme theyre drafted into. Barmore and his elite pass-rushing tools from the inside should translate well to the NFL. Dynasty Offense. Want more fantasy football analysis and news. As far as pass rushers go for the Ravens, there isnt a single edge defender on that team I would rather have starting than Oweh, and I imagine he will be doing just that. 4) Andre Cisco, S, Jacksonville Jaguars. Basham was one of the most productive edge rushers in college compared to the rest of his peers in this class and a player who always felt perfect for the Bills. Hicks might have the most to fear from the Collins pick, as Collins fits much more into his role on this defense than he does Simmons. He plans to go by his given 1st name in the pros. Like every other edge/LB prospect to this point, Tryon supplied an above-average speed score (103.5). 9. Vander Esch could be the odd man out in the Cowboys starting lineup come September considering the team declined his fifth-year option after he has struggled to stay healthy. This ranking is so you dont forget about him and snag him near the end of drafts. That included 10.5 -- 5.5 sacks -- in just 6 games in 2020. We'll have to watch Perkins' position designation. Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah, LB, Browns5. 5. Ojulari checks in a bit small -- 63, 249 -- but playing off the line can help balance any shortcoming there. The tweet below highlights a very important piece of information to keep an eye on throughout this offseason. But between his ridiculous 4.39 speed and Baltimore's history of developing edge-rushers, there's more than a little to like here. The Panthers were the best possible fit for Jaycee Horn. 2020 third-rounder Zack Baun also figures to claim more edge snaps, with Trey Hendrickson gone to Cincinnati. But if he does that, sees playing time and maintains his safety eligibility, there could be quite a bit of "loophole" value to be had. Ojulari joins a Giants defensive line that will welcome him with open arms, as their need for an elite edge across from Leonard Williams is going to be a massive key to improving their defense. #IDP Day Two EDs (THREAD)@PFF pass-rush grade since 2019: 1. Well see whether that year away impacts his readiness for 2021. The Raiders got another winner in Divine Deablo. I believe we will see Parsons rush the passer quite a bit this season. The chance to make an impact is there, considering the lack of talent behind Denvers starting safeties. Ronnie Perkins, NE-81.1 Then he delivered the class 4th-best speed score in pre-draft testing and added 68th-percentile 3-cone time. He'll have to up his coverage game in the pros to earn significant playing time. Drafting a talent like Barmore in defensive tackle-required leagues is a nice advantage to have for years to come at one of the more volatile positions. Despite floating around college (he began at UCLA) for 5 years, hell be just 22 when his rookie campaign begins. He racked up 24.5 tackles for loss in just 25 games at Notre Dame, including 7 sacks (5.5 in 2019). Pro Football Network, LLC. A Giants defense weak at the edge-rushing spots presents immediate playing opportunity. Rice's stat production didn't stand out across 4 years at Georgia. Selecting Rousseau was not a bad thing for Basham Im of the belief that those two will be the teams future starters, and I think Buffalo has the same idea. Nick Bolton - ILB, Kansas City Chiefs. Rice posted a 65th-percentile speed score (101.4) in pre-draft testing, though, and then landed in a good situation for opportunity. On tape, Ossai doesnt look like a LB moved to the edge. The smarter NFL teams are trying to get faster on defense, especially in passing situations, so this should come as no surprise the Browns were well below the league average last season in running just one linebacker on the field. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, please call 1-800-GAMBLER. 3. Britt, LB, Buccaneers28. Patrick Johnson, DE, Eagles, 1. The biggest IDP riser throughout the entire pre-draft process continues to do so thanks to first-round draft capital and landing on a team that will utilize him right away as a rookie. 4. Roche found one of the better opportunities for a late-round edge defender. That will likely remain the starting duo for 2021, but Rice could compete for a top job as soon as 2022. ???? Dayo Odeyingbo, DE, Colts10. Joe Tryon accumulated 61 tackles, 9 sacks, and 2 passes defensed in three seasons at Washington. Carlos Basham, BUF-90.7 Over the past three seasons, Paye has a run defense grade of 88.5, which should prove vital to a potential every-down role in the Colts defense. Horn is a safer option, as is Patrick Surtain II over the long term. Keep Reading! 1) Jevon Holland, S, Miami Dolphins2) Richie Grant, S, Atlanta Falcons3) Divine Deablo, S, Las Vegas Raiders4) Andre Cisco, S, Jacksonville Jaguars5) Trevon Moehrig, S, Las Vegas Raiders. Edge-rushers drafted by teams that run three-man fronts in base sets could be classified as linebackers by some IDP providersa move that would strip them of much of their fantasy value. Malcolm Koonce, DE, Raiders17. By adding John Johnson in free agency and getting their second-round pick from last year, Grant Delpit, back healthy, along with Ronnie Harrison, the Browns have the players to make a dime defense work. Parsons then opted out last season. Isaiah McDuffie, LB, Packers25. The Saints found a viable replacement for Trey Hendrickson in Payton Turner. Steve Keim likes the idea of pairing Zaven Collins with Isaiah Simmons in the middle of the defense, he told @LisaMatthewsAZ on Cardinals Draft Central. Both land in good situations for immediate opportunity. Heading into a dynasty rookie draft (1 QB) that includes IDPs? He certainly wins on athletic profile. He can do it all. Jaelan Phillips lands on a Dolphins team that provides him with one of the best opportunities among all defensive ends in this class. The 2021 IDP class is very deep and with the correct landing spot, many could be instant contributors. We don't have a speed score for Jones, because a hamstring issue kept him from running the 40 and 3-cone drill at his pro day. What You Need to Know Before 2023 Best-Ball Drafts, Top Plays for Divisional Round Underdog Pick Ems, A $200K Top Prize Is Up For Grabs On Underdog Fantasy, Dynasty Trades Podcast: TEs to Buy or Sell, Dynasty Trades Podcast: WRs to Buy and Sell, Dynasty Trades Podcast: RBs to Buy and Sell, Dynasty Trades Podcast: QBs to Buy and Sell. But Perkins will be worth tracking after he notched 32 tackles for loss across 3 seasons at Oklahoma. Gregory Rousseau*, BUF -80.7 #IDP Top pass-rush win rate for draft-eligible P5 edge defenders since 2019 (min. Although he didnt match Gays 98th-percentile speed score and checks in slightly smaller, Bolton was a team leader and savage tackler in college. Considering how poorly the Chiefs linebacking corps as a whole performed this past season, its easy to imagine Bolton being their best option at the position right away. At just 220 pounds, he's a below-average speed score prospect (90.2, 25th percentile). Paulson Adebo CB, New Orleans Saints: Adebo, who opted out of the 2020 season at Stanford, is a perfect candidate for some "rookie corner rule" IDP production. Opportunity is crucial when it comes to IDP success, and the opportunity couldnt be greater for the Rams third-round pick. This was going to be the case with most teams, but Im still fairly optimistic he can get on the field and make an impact right away. Rousseau showed plenty of promise in his lone full season of college action. Live in the now. Goldy, Freeman, and Alonso finished second, third, and fourth in Razzball's player . #IDP New Atlanta Safety, Richie Grant's numbers from 2020: ???? Still, he's the best of this year's corners. 0.0. He played in 24 games at Syracuse, recording 136 total tackles (94 solo) and 13 interceptions. Hell have an opportunity to open the 2021 season in the starting lineup. 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