NFL Draft 2026 Scouting Report for Washington CB Ephesians Prysock

Ephesians Prysock brings an excellent blend of athleticism, zone instincts, and size to the cornerback position. Using his length to disrupt plans and timing, he has the schematic versatility to play in a variety of defenses.

The 4-star recruit and Arizona transfer played a ton of football in his four-year career. He started 42 games between Arizona and Washington, showing remarkable durability.

Prysock compiled 20 passes defensed and two interceptions throughout his collegiate career while showcasing his ability to be around the ball. At the Senior Bowl, he was asked to show off some nickel reps as well, which confirmed his movement skills for a taller player.

Dan has covered the Kansas City Chiefs and the NFL Draft since 2019 while contributing for RGR Football. Most recently, he spent the 2025 draft cycle at The Draft Network and is entering his first season in our scouting department.

Where He Wins

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— Has excellent route-recognition skills in zone coverage and plays with consistent depth to take away throws or drive into the catch point and disrupt plays.

— Uses his hands well in press coverage and lands powerful strikes to the chest of receivers. Hip flip and lateral burst keep him in the receiver's hip pocket and maintain connectivity.

— Displays unique movement skills with loose hips to make quick, impactful transitions in multiple positions.

— Does well as a defender in the run/scheme game to maintain outside leverage and fight to drive ball-carriers back inside to help. Block-shielding move is quick and effective thanks to his length.

Areas of Improvement

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— Has a strong jam when he connects, but is inconsistent with his timing, and combined with late feet in the release, receivers can stack him vertically.

— Gets grabby and takes penalties when he's behind the play. Needs to stay calm and not panic when he gets stacked downfield to avoid back-breaking calls.

— Gets his hands on a ton of passes, but his ball-tracking and locating downfield limit his turnover potential.

— Poor tackler, although he's willing to come downhill in the run and screen game. Consistently wrapping up with his length and frame will yield better results.

Grade, Rank and Pro Comparison

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GRADE: 7.1 (High-Level Backup/Starter Upside - Third Round)

COMPARABLE GRADE: CB Jermari Harris, Iowa (6.9 in 2025), CB Ennis Rakestraw III, Missouri (6.8 in 2024), CB Derion Kendrick, CB, Georgia (7.1 in 2023)

OVERALL RANK: 99

POSITION RANK: CB15

PRO COMPARISON: Akayleb Evans 

Measurables and Testing Data

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Height: 6'3 ⅜"
Weight: 196
Hand Size: 9 ¾"
Arm Length: 33 ⅛"
Wingspan: 80 ½"

40-yard dash: 4.45
10-yard split: 1.57
Vertical: 39"
Broad: 10'4"
3 cone: N/A
Shuttle: N/A
Bench: N/A