Every NFL Team's Most Exciting 2025 Undrafted Free-Agent Addition

Everyone loves to root for an underdog. A fun part of being an NFL fan is trying to discover those proverbial diamonds in the rough and then rooting for them to succeed.

At the start of May, Bleacher Report identified the undrafted free-agent rookies who were most likely to make each NFL roster. That exercise involved team investment and depth chart analysis.

Excitement can't always be explained, though. It something that occurs naturally based on a multitude of factors. Let's try anyhow.

Taking the previously named options out of the equation, each team still has at least one specific undrafted rookie with the skill set and potential opportunity to get excited about how they can contribute at the professional level.

Arizona Cardinals: DL Elijah Simmons

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Starting with a nose tackle may not be the sexiest selection, but the Arizona Cardinals have spent all offseason upgrading their defensive line. A potential surprise from the undrafted free-agent pool would be another welcome addition.

Last year's Tennessee Volunteers defensive line hid some of the talent along the unit, because the group was so deep and constantly rotated. Case in point, Elijah Simmons started only two games (eight throughout his six-year collegiate career). Yet the 334-pound interior defender often made his presence felt when he was on the field.

He has the size and strength to hold the point of attack while freeing others around him. He also has a bit of juice as a nose tackle capable of resetting the line of scrimmage and disrupting an offense. As part of the Cardinals' rotation, he has a chance to bring similar qualities.

Atlanta Falcons: WR Nick Nash

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Two qualifiers led to San Jose State wide receiver Nick Nash going undrafted despite being one of the class' most productive prospects.

He will turn 26 as a rookie. He's not necessarily a late-bloomer, at least in a traditional sense. He actually converted to wide receiver after four seasons as a quarterback. Despite his late-career position change, he flourished.

During the last two campaigns, Nash caught 152 passes for 2,110 yards and 24 touchdowns (104/1,382/16 last season).

As a former quarterback, he doesn't have an elite receiver athletic profile. Instead, he wins in other ways, like excellent body control, high-pointing the football, understanding of coverages and always plucking the ball out of the air with strong hands.

Sometimes, a receiver being reliable, available and consistent is all he needs to make a roster and become a contributor because the quarterback trusts him.

Baltimore Ravens: LB Jay Higgins

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Jay Higgins epitomizes what it means to be a football player, not an athlete (based on NFL standards).

So often, predraft conversations come down to potential v. production. Frankly, potential often wins, because teams aren't interested in what prospects did at the collegiate level. Evaluators want to see traits that translate.

In the case of Jay Higgins, he was easily among the nation's best linebackers over the last two seasons. He registered 295 tackles during that span and emerged as an elite pass defender at his position.

Unfortunately, the reigning Ben Ten Linebacker of the Year posted an atrocious relative athletic score prior to the draft. His game is going to be predicated on instincts, as well as an understanding of angles and positioning in space. Each of those traits can go a long way, which gives him the chance to remain as part of the Baltimore Ravens roster.

Buffalo Bills: TE Keleki Latu

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With Dawson Knox turning 30 next year and a potential out in his contract, coupled with Dalton Kincaid entering the fourth year of his rookie deal in 2026, the Buffalo Bills saw an opportunity to get ahead of potential change at tight end.

The organization selected Georgia Tech's Jackson Hawes with the 153rd overall pick in the draft, though he contributes primarily as an inline blocker.

Washington's Keleki Latu also signed with the Bills as an undrafted free agent. He bounced between three different programs during his collegiate career, and he's still growing into his 6'7" frame. Last season, he posted career highs with 40 receptions for 371 yards.

While Latu isn't an elite athlete, his size and catch radius present a significant target working the middle of the field.

Carolina Panthers: WR Jacolby George

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An undrafted free agent's life isn't just about finding a home at their respective position. Special teams become vitally important as a way to get their foot in the door.

Over the last two seasons, Miami's Jacolby George provided a solid target in the Hurricanes offense, with 110 catches for 1,616 yards and 16 touchdowns. His competitiveness and shiftiness helped him overcome his lack of top-end speed. Those traits also make him an excellent punt returner.

He averaged 13.5 yards per punt return during his first two years on campus, before the Hurricanes coaching staff weened him off of return duties.

"George is a potential depth receiver who's best suited in the slot," B/R scout Dame Parson wrote. "He should secure a spot on a final 53-man roster after preseason cuts due to his punt return experience. Playing from the slot will limit his struggles against long-limbed physical press-aligned cornerbacks."

Chicago Bears: S Tysheem Johnson

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Tysheem Johnson became one of the most interesting evaluations of the 2025 cycle because of the extremes found in his performance.

At times, the Oregon product looked like a premium playmaker in the secondary with ball skills and a knack for always being around the action. Other times, he struggled in coverage and too easily allowed wide receivers to release and gain separation.

The highs shouldn't be overlooked, because the lows can be mitigated with better technique and on-field judgment over when to take risks.

Johnson is a modern defensive back, in that he can play both safeties, corner and cover the slot. He can be moved all over to help with the back end's flexibility, which creates a chance to make the roster because the front office sees a defender who can do more when necessary instead of being pigeonholed into one position.

Cincinnati Bengals: DL Howard Cross III

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A plan is necessary for Howard Cross III to succeed at the NFL level. If that happens, the 6'1", 285-pound undrafted free agent can be a disruptive contributor along the Cincinnati Bengals' defensive front.

"Cross is a quick defensive tackle with good athleticism, and he has a handful of pass-rush moves he can win with," B/R scout Matt Holder wrote. "That could help him be a productive rusher in the NFL. He also has good get-off to get penetration when slanting and has sneaky strength at the point of attack."

After six years at Notre Dame, Cross is what he is. Expectations should be built around a defender who can shoot gaps, move well during stunts and games, and constantly hustle.

The legacy prospect is not a space-eater who will consistently win at the point of attack, but he did register 13 tackles for loss and six sacks over the last two seasons.

Cleveland Browns: RB Ahmani Marshall

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The Cleveland Browns don't need a third rookie running back on the roster. Even so, Appalachian State's Ahmani Marshall presents something different compared to Quinshon Judkins and Dylan Sampson, who were drafted by the organization in the second and fourth rounds, respectively.

At 225 pounds, Marshall is a little bigger than both and can fill in as a short-yardage option. He's a well-built ball-carrier who can and will run through first contact. He makes quick and decisive downhill cuts as an efficient runner. He didn't even become a full-time lead back until late into his final season on campus, when he posted five straight 100-yard games to finish his career.

He also has experience as a core-four special teamer, which is where his professional career needs to start before he can get a shot at carrying the ball again. Clearly, he's patient in waiting for those opportunities.

Dallas Cowboys: WR Josh Kelly

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The Dallas Cowboys already took some pressure off of top wide receiver CeeDee Lamb with the acquisition of George Pickens in a trade with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

And the team wouldn't be upset with an undrafted rookie making the squad and helping out as well.

Dallas now has a solid quartet in place with Lamb, Pickens, Jalen Tolbert and KaVontae Turpin. From there, mostly young players will be battling for the fifth and sixth spots on the roster.

Josh Kelly posted significant numbers during his final two collegiate seasons between the Washington State Cougars and Texas Tech Red Raiders. The wide receiver caught 150 passes for 1,946 yards and 13 touchdowns between those two stops.

He does lack top-end speed and suddenness. However, Kelly can still be an effective target when working off the line of scrimmage, running sharp routes in the underneath to intermediate ranges and playing through contact.

Denver Broncos: LB Karene Reid

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Maturity can play a large part in earning a roster spot for an undrafted free agent. NFL teams and coaching staffs want those who understand what it means to prepare like a professional.

Karene Reid is already 25 years old. He's was a two-time team captain with the Utah Utes. He spent two years on an LDS mission. He's also married.

He was an outstanding linebacker during his collegiate career as well. He left Utah as a two-time second-team All-Pac-12 honoree. He was well on his way to another all-conference nod, but a ankle injury held him to eight games during his final season on campus.

Reid understands how to play linebacker, with the instincts to keep him around the ball, especially when playing downhill. He does struggle in coverage, though he counters that weakness by being an adept blitzer.

Detroit Lions: OL Mason Miller

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The Detroit Lions offensive line is going to overwhelm opponents at the point of attack. The North Dakota State Bison take the same approach at the FCS level.

The 6'7", 305-pound Mason Miller started three seasons along the Bison's offensive line, with 29 starts at right tackle and 12 at left guard. While the Lions did address guard with a pair of draft picks in Georgia's Tate Ratledge and LSU's Miles Frazier, Miller still has a chance to provide depth at both spots.

The biggest issue that Bison lineman often endure when making a major leap in the level of competition is their pass protection. The problem is twofold. First, North Dakota State is a run-first team. As a result, Miller is a powerful finisher in the ground game. Second, the team's offensive tackles aren't asked to regularly protect from true pass sets, which can hamper their development to a degree.

Miller can provide depth at a minimum of three different positions while still honing his technique.

Green Bay Packers: RB Amar Johnson

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When the Green Bay Packers didn't draft a running back during this year's class, South Dakota State's Amar Johnson exhaled a sigh of relief.

"Me and my agent (Blake Baratz) just felt the love was genuine from them, and it stayed like that the entire time," he told Sports Illustrated's Bill Huber. "So, the whole draft, I was like, 'Please don’t draft a running back,' because they were telling me they wanted me before the draft. So, that was big, and I was just so happy to make it official finally and just hoped nobody else drafted me."

While passing on Johnson during the draft only to immediately sign him afterward as an undrafted free agent may come across as counterintuitive, it's actually a good job by the Packers scouting staff to assess the running back's value.

Johnson left South Dakota State as a two-time national champion. Over the last two seasons, he ran for 2,023 yards and 18 touchdowns. While not the most explosive back, he has good vision and patience with the ability to contribute on passing downs and kick returns.

Houston Texans: DL Junior Tafuna

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The Houston Texans have a plan, and undrafted free agent Junior Tafuna is very much a part of it.

"Yeah, the thing I saw with Tafuna is a really big, strong guy," Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans told reporters. "He's very versatile. I like him in the run game and in the pass game. I think he does both. Young guy who can come in and add some depth to our interior defensive line."

He added: "That's what we've been looking to do is continue to upgrade that position, find younger guys who can help us out there. And I think Tafuna is a guy who, seeing his college tape, he can help us."

Granted, the 24-year-old rookie must prove he's capable of playing to the level his new coach expects. If he does so, he clearly is viewed through the lens of the Texans' future.

Indianapolis Colts: LB Solomon DeShields

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Under their current front office, the Indianapolis Colts have a history of unearthing hidden gems at the linebacker position.

From Shaquille Leonard to Zaire Franklin, general manager Chris Ballard and Co. have a type at linebacker and they're steadfast in bringing a specific talent to play the position. Granted, those previously mentioned names were drafted, but Texas A&M's Solomon DeShields wasn't.

However, he is another long and rangy backer who can make the squad after the franchise didn't outright address it during the draft.

The 6'2", 235-pound Pitt transfer runs well and posted strong explosive traits in the vertical and broad jumps. He also has arms over 33 inches long, which Indianapolis prioritizes.

DeShields started one full season at the collegiate level, which came in 2023 with the Panthers, not last year at Texas A&M. However, the Colts are a traits-based scouting department and he fits their preferences.

Jacksonville Jaguars: CB Jabbar Muhammad

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Jabbar Muhammad has played a lot of a football against top-end competition. Between his stops with the Oklahoma State Cowboys, Washington Huskies and Oregon Ducks, the cornerback played in 55 games, including 42 straight starts and appearances in the last two College Football Playoffs.

"Muhammad projects as a day-three pick with the potential to develop into a valuable role player," B/R scout Cory Giddings wrote. "Though his best chance of seeing the field would be as a nickel, his versatility and ball skills make him an attractive option for zone-heavy schemes. However, improving his consistency in coverage and adding strength to handle bigger receivers will be key to his success."

The Jacksonville Jaguars did draft Travis Hunter and Caleb Ransaw, who will be part of the cornerback rotation.

As long as Muhammad plays to the level he's capable of, he can get into the mix, especially after Jacksonville fielded the league's worst pass defense last season.

Kansas City Chiefs: OT Esa Pole

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The Kansas City Chiefs signed Jaylon Moore in free agency to possibly solve their problem at left tackle. They didn't stop there, though, and drafted Ohio State's Josh Simmons in this year's first round to double-down on the premium spot.

One more talented body can't hurt, and they also signed Washington State's Esa Pole as an undrafted free agent.

The 6'5", 320-pounder didn't starting playing football until the 2022 season at Chabot College (He played basketball in high school). After transferring from junior college to Washington State, he started 22 straight games on the Cougars' blind side. He is full of upside at a premium position, but he's a long-term project.

"Overall, Pole is new to football with extremely raw areas of his game that are far away from being ready for the NFL," B/R scout Brandon Thorn wrote, "but he has good size with natural mirroring skills in pass protection that give him a chance to earn a backup role at tackle or guard."

Las Vegas Raiders: CB Mello Dotson

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Kansas cornerback Mello Dotson held a fifth-round grade prior to the draft, according to the Bleacher Report Scouting Department.

Signing him as a free agent is like stealing an extra draft pick.

"His length, ball skills, and competitive nature make him a valuable asset in zone-heavy schemes, though he has the physical tools to contribute in man coverage with refinement," Giddings wrote. "While he will need to address his tackling consistency and tighten his transitions, Dotson's ability to create turnovers and compete in the run game makes him a high-level developmental prospect with starting upside."

Even with the addition of fellow cornerback Darien Porter in the third round, the Las Vegas Raiders still have poor depth in a secondary, which desperately needed upgrades entering the draft.

Dotson has the profile to not only make the roster but also end up in a contributing role relatively early in his professional career.

Los Angeles Chargers: OL Nash Jones

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Offensive lineman Nash Jones made an important transition this past season. He moved from left tackle to left guard, where the 6'4", 314-pound blocker has a brighter future based on his build and skill set.

First, he made the leap from the FCS to FBS level by transferring from Incarnate Ward to Texas State. During his final season on campus, the offensive lineman became a William V. Campbell Trophy (Academic Heisman) semifinalist and All-Sun Belt honorable mention.

Jones will need to clean up his technique, but he has the power and torque in his frame to displace defensive linemen, which will be critical in the Chargers' offensive scheme.

His experience at left tackle also provides some flexibility if the Chargers want him at guard but need that versatility to flesh out the team's roster.

Jones could ultimately turn out to replace Jamaree Salyer as Los Angeles' utility lineman.

Los Angeles Rams: LB Shaun Dolac

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The Los Angeles Rams failed to draft a linebacker until choosing Ole Miss' Pooh Paul Jr. in this year's fifth round.

Considering the state of the position, the undrafted Shaun Dolac may have as much of a chance to make their roster and possibly contribute as Paul does.

"Tackling machine" can be an overused phrase when it comes to describing linebackers. When discussing Dolac, it's appropriate.

The Buffalo product finished first or second in total tackles during the 2022 and 2024 campaigns. Between the two seasons, he amassed 315 tackles, 33 tackles for loss, 12 defended passes and five interceptions. He then suffered a season-ending shoulder injury in 2023.

Clearly, instincts and production are not a problem. The reigning MAC Defensive Player of the Year and consensus All-American is undersized at 6'0" and 221 pounds. However, he has the athletic traits to remain productive as part of the Rams roster.

Miami Dolphins: WR Theo Wease Jr.

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When thinking of the Miami Dolphins offense under the supervision of Mike McDaniel, speed merchants are what come to mind. Missouri's Theo Wease Jr. is not that. The undrafted free agent is a more physical target, who improved each year on campus.

"Wease is the size of a typical possession receiver," Parson wrote. "He has good strength and plays through contact. He generated yards after the catch by taking on and absorbing contact as he continued to fight forward. 

"As a route-runner, Wease understands how to attack corners' leverage early in the rep. He is a good vertical salesman who opens up slants and in-breaking routes. Wease uses his frame to jostle and box out defenders as the ball arrives. On downfield targets, he tracks the ball patiently with late hands to win contested catches."

Wease may not be as fast or explosive as those already in the lineup, but he does have the type of complementary skill set that all rosters require.

Minnesota Vikings: TE Benjamin Yurosek

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Two years ago, tight end Benjamin Yurosek was viewed a potential early-round selection. Surprisingly, a transfer from the Stanford Cardinal to the Georgia Bulldogs didn't work in his favor.

During the 2021 and 2022 campaigns, he caught 91 passes for 1,103 yards. Stanford has a history of producing NFL tight ends, yet Yurosek decided to follow in Brock Bowers' footsteps and join the Bulldogs program. He was barely featured in the passing game, though he is a willing blocker.

"Yurosek projects as a backup/depth tight end with a solid athletic profile," Parson wrote. "He needs to improve his lower-body strength to increase his effectiveness as a run-blocker. He has a chance to become a TE3 at best for NFL offenses, but he may end up as more of an H-back/offset alignment player."

Still, some previous potential exists and the Minnesota Vikings are searching to rework their tight end room after bringing in three rookies.

New England Patriots: WR Efton Chism III

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New England Patriots fans yearn for the days when Wes Welker, Danny Amendola and Julian Edelman dominated from the slot.

Stefon Diggs could assume that role this year after signing in free agency. But someone with Efton Chism III's skill set could also mesh well within the new/old offensive scheme.

"He decelerates at a very rapid rate," NBC Sports' Phil Perry said after seeing Chism at the Patriots' rookie camp. "So he'll be running a crosser, catch it and stop on a dime. It just creates separation for himself in that way. Just somebody to keep an eye on given Josh McDaniels and his history with that receiver position, and what he's valued there in the past."

The Eastern Washington product caught 204 passes for 2,243 yards and 21 touchdowns over the last two seasons. He can shake defenders loose in short areas and get open for his quarterback.

New Orleans Saints: RB Marcus Yarns

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A positive to going undrafted is that the incoming player gets to pick where he lands if multiple offers are on the table. In the case of Delaware's Marcus Yarns, he went to the perfect situation with the New Orleans Saints.

To be fair, the Saints' depth chart will be difficult to crack with Alvin Kamara as the lead option, Kendre Miller behind him and fellow rookie Devin Neal being selected in this year's sixth round.

However, Yarns should emulate his game after Kamara, since he's viewed as a back who's not just a runner but should contribute in the passing game as well.

Furthermore, an offensive-minded head coach in Kellen Moore coupled with an uncertain quarterback situation creates a vortex where a deep running back stable is an excellent fallback option.

Yarns brings legit speed to the table after a 4.45-second 40-yard dash. In fact, he averaged 6.4 yards per carry over the entirety of his collegiate career. According to USA Today's John Sigler, 17.9 percent of his runs went 10 or more yards.

New York Giants: CB O'Donnell Fortune

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In a league that's trended heavily toward zone coverage and making sure the ball stays in front of the secondary, South Carolina's O'Donnell Fortune has the chance to make an impact at the next level.

"Fortune is a zone corner who is at his best when playing off coverage and could fit into a Cover 3- or Cover 4-heavy scheme," Parson wrote. "He has good instincts in coverage to effectively pattern-match and reads the quarterback's eyes well. The latter helped him make plays on the ball on a few occasions last season."

That skill set included his performance at the Shrine Ball, where Fortune won this year's Most Outstanding Defensive Player award thanks to a pick-six.

While the Giants' undrafted free agent is best in zone, he graded well in both aspects of coverage. He and Travis Hunter became the only corners to grade among the top four at the FBS level in both man and zone coverage this past season, according to Pro Football Focus.

New York Jets: LB Aaron Smith

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South Carolina State's Aaron Smith was one of the top non-FBS prospects throughout the recent draft cycle. He didn't run as well as expected during his predraft workout, though.

He's a run-and-chase linebacker, a 6'0", 233-pound heat-seeking missile. He registered 95 total tackles in 10 games last season. His movement skills are misleading because he does display with good instincts. At the same time, he faced a lower level of competition.

Now, the small-school free agent has a chance to show what he put on tape does apply to the professional level. Play-speed is far more important than timed speed.

Smith doesn't have much play-strength to his game, so the ability to consistently scrape, flow to the ball and bring down ball-carriers is important. He showed he could do so over the last two seasons with the Bulldogs. It's now time to do so with Gang Green.

Philadelphia Eagles: OT Hollin Pierce

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The Philadelphia Eagles prefer mountainous offensive linemen, as if last year's unit with Jordan Mailata, Lane Johnson and Mekhi Becton didn't already drive that point home. The 6'8", 341-pound Hollin Pierce certainly fits the mold.

The Rutgers product started four years for the Scarlet Knights, with two seasons each on the right and left sides.

"Overall, Pierce is a chore to work around in pass protection when he has help to box rushers into his grasp, and he can trap and cover up targets in the run game to create seals and alleys," Thorn wrote. "However, he will struggle to win leverage, sustain and recover with his head up. With his size, crafty approach and excellent intangibles, he should be able to stick as a long-term, quality backup tackle who can get a team out of a pinch."

If any NFL offensive-line coach can get the most out of the mammoth rookie, it will be Jeff Stoutland.

Pittsburgh Steelers: WR Roc Taylor

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The Pittsburgh Steelers have a history of developing young, talented wide receivers. The vast majority of them were former draft picks, though.

Usually the front office spends a pick during Day 2 of the draft on a talented target who produces early in his career.

Nate Washington is an interesting exception after joining the Steelers as an undrafted free agent from Tiffin in 2005. He was never a 1,000-yard receiver in Pittsburgh, but he was productive.

Memphis' Roc Taylor is a bid-bodied addition, who produced 2,033 receiving yards over the last two seasons. The 6'2" target has the size, strength and length to consistently make catches in traffic. Though he lacks the suddenness and release package to play X-receiver.

The Steelers can scheme open a talent like Taylor, and he can do some damage.

San Francisco 49ers: RB Corey Kiner

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San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan is known for plucking running backs out of relative obscurity and turning them into productive ball-carriers.

It's not any stretch of imagination to think undrafted free agent Corey Kiner could be the next in line.

Kiner ran for 2,200 yards over the last two seasons and averaged 5.6 yards per carry. At 5'9" and 209 pounds, the LSU transfer is a pinball of a running back capable of making sudden cuts and bouncing off of contact. He doesn't present a top gear, but he's willing to show how he can produce in Shanahan's run-friendly scheme.

"People are going to say what they say, think what they think," Kiner said, per the Cincinnati Enquirer's Scott Springer. "When I get my opportunities I make the most out of them. I can't tell people what to say or what to think. We just can control what we can control and that's how we work."

Seattle Seahawks: CB Isas Waxter

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In some ways, Isas Waxter is reminiscent of an old-school Seattle Seahawks corner, when the team was still chasing the high of the Legion of Boom's golden era.

The Villanova product is a 6'1", 209-pound corner. He's going to reroute wide receivers off the line of scrimmage and make them work for every catch. He's not a fluid coverage option, though.

"Waxter is a big and physical cornerback who is a willing run defender," Parson wrote. "He projects as an undrafted free agent due to his limited athleticism and will likely have to carve out a role on special teams to make an NFL roster.

"Waxter could also have a future at strong safety given his ability to handle physical route-runners and play the run."

A potential move to safety is an intriguing possibility. Seattle did draft South Carolina's Nick Emmanwori in the second round to eventually serve as its strong safety. Waxter can provide more flexibility in the secondary if the Seahawks want a bit of a throwback option.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers: DL Desmond Watson

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Defensive tackle Desmond Watson is 6'6" and tips the scales at nearly 450 pounds. If he makes the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' active roster, he'll be the heaviest player to lace up cleats in the NFL.

The Bucs' coaching staff sees tremendous potential of a young prospect who can grow into a legitimate force.

"Right now, we just have to see how long he can stay on the field, and [we] put him on a program where we think he can make some progress," head coach Todd Bowles said, per ESPN's Jenna Laine. "We didn't get him to say, 'Hey, we have to put you on the field right now.' It's, 'Hey, we can try to put you on this program and see what we can come up with and see if we can get our endurance better,' and have him become a better player that way, then kind of see where he is."

With the near-350-pound Vita Vea starting at nose tackle for Tampa Bay, the Buccaneers have the perfect mentor in place to maximize Watson's upside and possibly develop another war daddy in the middle of their defense.

Tennessee Titans: WR Xavier Restrepo

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Xavier Restrepo looked like a mid-round lock prior to running poorly at the Miami Hurricanes' pro day. He reportedly ran a 4.83-second 40-yard dash that day.

Restrepo has never been a burner, but he knows how to get open, to the tune of 200 catches and 2,844 yards as the Hurricanes' all-time leading receiver.

A reunion with Miami quarterback Cam Ward, who was this year's No. 1 overall pick, gives the wide receiver a natural advantage thanks to a previous rapport.

"I was real excited when (the Titans) signed X," Ward told reporters. "He's somebody who was deserving of it. He's worked hard every day. He is one of the most underrated players that was in the draft this year. I think every time he steps on the field, he remembers everything, and he is going to continue to prove it."

Washington Commanders: WR Ja'Corey Brooks

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The addition of Deebo Samuel as part of a trade from the San Francisco 49ers gives the Washington Commanders a legit playmaker at wide receiver to pair with the always steady Terry McLaurin.

From there, the Commanders front office should still be looking for other targets who can do some damage.

Ja'Corey Brooks originally committed to the Alabama Crimson Tide as a 5-star recruit. In 2024, the wide receiver transferred to Louisville where he led the Cardinals with 1,013 receiving yards. Brooks' game is predicated more on body control than speed and quickness.

"Brooks is a strong contested-catch target," Parson wrote. "He tracks the ball well and flashes late hands at the catch point. He has a good, reliable catch radius to high-point and extends from his frame. Brooks has good body control to adjust to slightly less accurate passes and back-shoulder fades. 

"Overall, Brooks projects as a backup/rotational wide receiver in the NFL. He has the size and wingspan to make plays on the ball, but he must improve his separation against tight man coverage to secure more playing time against athletic defenders."