Defensive Back Rankings 2023 NFL Draft
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
85 |
|
6-2
195lbs
4.52
|
CB |
|
195lbs | 6-2 | 4.52 | 118 | 417 |
67.3
|
Often used on deep routes, getting separation down the sideline or over the middle on crossing routes by extending his arms rather than... |
77 |
|
6-1
211lbs
4.52
|
S |
|
211lbs | 6-1 | 4.52 | 124 | 461.3 |
70.6
|
Has the quick, agile feet and fluid hips to mirror quickness and change direction underneath. But he’s at his best facing the action. A... |
61 |
|
5-10
170lbs
4.52
|
DB |
|
170lbs | 5-10 | 4.52 | 63 | 206.5 |
74.4
|
He’s a better tackler than his size might suggest. Has a nice blend of length, speed, and quickness. He’s at his best mirroring routes... |
58 |
|
6-3
216lbs
4.52
|
LB/ED |
|
216lbs | 6-3 | 4.52 | 80 | 259.2 |
75.0
|
Thomas is aggressive in run support, with a physical mentality, but struggles to break down space and leaves production on the field. Can... |
48 |
|
6-2
195lbs
4.52
|
S |
|
195lbs | 6-2 | 4.52 | 93 | 310.5 |
77.0
|
He’s physical at the line of scrimmage, showing unexpected power in his hands. He’s a technician in press coverage, with a strong punch... |
27 |
|
6-0
191lbs
4.52
|
CB |
|
191lbs | 6-0 | 4.52 | 43 | 109.9 |
82.9
|
Good strength to tackle. Plays with high energy and is a tough-minded overachiever. Stays low in his backpedal and shows the... |
8 |
|
6-2
198lbs
4.52
|
S |
|
198lbs | 6-2 | 4.52 | 16 | 54.5 |
87.1
|
Antonio Johnson is a quality pro prospect who has excellent overall athletic ability, good speed, and tackles like a linebacker. He'll... |
96 |
|
6-1
230lbs
4.53
|
S |
|
230lbs | 6-1 | 4.53 | 85 | 280.2 |
62.0
|
Orji shows good speed and closing burst when blitzing. Can attack the edge with speed and has the flexibility to dip low and under the... |
87 |
|
6-0
203lbs
4.53
|
S |
|
203lbs | 6-0 | 4.53 | 125 | 466.3 |
67.1
|
Aware in the red zone, stays on the back line to take away fade throws. Capable of making quarterbacks pay for late throws. Strong hands... |
67 |
|
6-1
195lbs
4.53
|
CB |
|
195lbs | 6-1 | 4.53 | 88 | 305.8 |
74.0
|
Fluid mover with decent speed and his length allows him to cover effectively downfield Physical, sheds defenders and works off blocks.... |
10 |
|
6-3
198lbs
4.53
|
CB |
|
198lbs | 6-3 | 4.53 | 18 | 64.7 |
86.0
|
Julius Brents is an outstanding prospect, he possesses elite athletic ability which he demonstrated at the combine. He also has... |
108 |
|
6-0
198lbs
4.54
|
CB |
|
198lbs | 6-0 | 4.54 | 136 | 500 |
54.0
|
Fluid mover with decent speed and his length allows him to cover effectively downfield Great on route recognition and has click-and-close... |