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McShay's 2019 All-Satellite team: The NFL draft's best playmakers

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McShay all-in on Brown's blazing speed (1:08)

Todd McShay explains how Marquise Brown is one of the fastest receivers he has ever seen. (1:08)

You don't want to let these standout draft prospects get some room in space. I present my 2019 All-Satellite team, featuring a pair of elite playmakers from Oklahoma.

This year marks the 10th edition of the list, dating back to C.J. Spiller and the 2010 class. It has included the likes of Odell Beckham Jr., Brandin Cooks, Christian McCaffrey and Dalvin Cook. Most recently, Saquon Barkley and Lamar Jackson headlined last season's team.

Here is the All-Satellite list for the 2019 NFL draft class, along with a look at draft class superlatives -- the best at every skill.


1. Marquise Brown, WR, Oklahoma

"Hollywood" Brown is an all-timer on the satellite list. I can't think of a single player who I've evaluated with a better combination of speed and quickness. He explodes out of his breaks and can absolutely fly. He didn't run at the combine while recovering from a Lisfranc injury, but he thinks he could have broken John Ross' 4.22 40-time record.

Brown's 8.65 average yards after the catch ranked No. 14 in the nation in 2018, and of receivers who caught at least 70 balls, his 17.6 yards per reception was at the top of the board.

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McShay confident Murray will be 'special' in NFL

Todd McShay reviews Kyler Murray's tape and shows why his arm talent will carry him in the NFL.

2. Kyler Murray, QB, Oklahoma

Simply put, Murray is the twitchiest and most explosive quarterback prospect I've seen since Michael Vick entered the draft in 2001. He is a pocket passer first, and he designed his pro day workout around that premise; but when he decides to tuck and run, watch out. It's downright frightening for defenses.

One of only five signal-callers to hit 1,000 rushing yards last season, Murray averaged 7.2 yards per carry, by far the best among quarterbacks. He can be really special in the right system at the next level.

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NFL draft profile: Deebo Samuel

Deebo Samuel is a receiver out of South Carolina who was the Gamecocks' leading pass-catcher during his final season.

3. Deebo Samuel, WR, South Carolina

Samuel is a thick and sturdy slot receiver with very good speed and excellent field vision. There's a noticeable second gear as he turns upfield, as evidenced by a 4.48 40 time, 7.03 three-cone drill and scorching 4.14 short shuttle at the combine (fifth among wideouts).

He has a unique feel for locating creases and setting up defenders in the open field. What stands out is his ability to make defenders miss without making violent cuts that would cause him to lose momentum. Of the receivers who had at least 60 catches in 2018, no one bested Samuel's mark of 9.7 yards after the catch.

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Love just sneaks inside pylon for TD

Bryce Love rushes 22 yards and just gets inside the pylon for a Stanford TD and officials say play stands after review.

4. Bryce Love, RB, Stanford

Remember what this dude was capable of when he was fully healthy? He is just so sudden with an incredible ability to stop and start, exploding out of his cuts. There's speed to pull away and the ability to make defenders miss. His patience is a real attribute in space. Love reads his blocks well and knows when to hit cutback lanes.

He gained at least 20 yards on 38 runs over the past two seasons, second in FBS, and averaged 3.5 yards before contact per run.

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Haskins finds Campbell for 63-yard TD

Dwayne Haskins tosses a pass to Parris Campbell, who runs 63 yards for a touchdown. The Buckeyes fail at the 2-point conversion to tie the game.

5. Andy Isabella, WR, UMass

Isabella has elite speed, clocking a 4.31 at the combine and ranking in the top six among wide receivers for both the three-cone drill and the short shuttle. He is not as elusive as some of the other guys on this list and doesn't break a lot of tackles, but he can cut and fly.

He caught 25 passes for 20 or more yards and tied Brown for the most 50-plus-yard plays in 2018 (seven).

Honorable mention:
Parris Campbell, WR, Ohio State

The Buckeyes burner tied Isabella for the best 40 time among receivers in Indianapolis (4.31), then tied Cody Thompson for the quickest short-shuttle time (4.03) in the position group, so you know the speed is elite. He doesn't make as many defenders miss as you would think, but he has the wheels to exploit a crease.

Campbell had 90 catches in 2018, and he still managed 8.9 yards after the catch.


Superlatives

Biggest arm QB
Drew Lock, Missouri

Lock's huge arm is really electric. The ball just jumps as he effortlessly throws with velocity downfield. I like the trajectory and placement on his deep balls. He had an FBS-best 20.3 percent off-target percentage on passes 20-plus yards downfield in 2018.

Most accurate QB
Dwayne Haskins, Ohio State

Haskins' 70.0 completion percentage was fourth best in college football last season. He is the purest pocket passer in the class, showing excellent natural touch and anticipation.

Best QB at reading the defense
Ryan Finley, NC State

I love Finley's fast eyes. He gets through his progressions quickly, then gets the ball out on time when he finds his spot. His poise in the pocket and ability to sense pressure will help him develop in the NFL.

Best contact-balance RB
David Montgomery, Iowa State

Montgomery runs with great effort, and his balance allows him to break tackles and keep moving upfield. About two-thirds of his 1,216 rushing yards came after first contact in 2018, averaging 3.1 after first contact per tote. Alexander Mattison of Boise State also deserves acknowledgement here, gaining 748 yards after having contact.

Best vision/patience RB
Trayveon Williams, Texas A&M

Williams' 736 yards before first contact ranked third in the nation, as he averaged 2.7 such yards per carry. He is especially strong at reading blocks and waiting for the holes.

Best pass-pro RB
Elijah Holyfield, Georgia

Georgia QB Jake Fromm was pressured on just 21.7 percent of his dropbacks when the Bulldogs had at least one running back on the field in 2018, the seventh-lowest figure. That's partly because of Holyfield's awareness and strength in pass protection.

Best pass-catching RB
Darrell Henderson, Memphis

Henderson had zero drops in 2018 and gained 15.8 yards after the catch per reception. He is highly reliable catching the ball, running mostly outlet and underneath routes. Henderson can pluck on the run and quickly transition upfield.

Best run-block TE
Drew Sample, Washington

At 6-foot-4 and 255 pounds, Sample is good in blocking overall. The Huskies' Myles Gaskin excelled when Sample was on the field this season.

Best route-runner TE
T.J. Hockenson, Iowa

My top-ranked tight end is a naturally instinctive route runner, using his body and hands to help separate at the top of the stem. Hockenson's 760 receiving yards in 2018 ranked fourth best for the position.

Best hands TE
T.J. Hockenson, Iowa

Hockenson also gets my "best hands tight end" accolade. He shows great focus in traffic and the ability to make tough catches away from his frame. Displaying a very good catch radius, he caught 74.2 percent of his 66 targets last year.

Best after-the-catch TE
Irv Smith Jr., Alabama

Smith has 4.63 speed to separate from linebackers vertically and accelerates well, constantly carrying big-play potential. His 8.5 yards after the catch per reception was tied for fifth among tight ends.

Best red zone WR
JJ Arcega-Whiteside, Stanford

The 6-foot-2 receiver's nine red zone touchdowns tied for third in the FBS last season. He has the ability to go up and get 50-50 balls.

Best slot WR
A.J. Brown, Ole Miss

This is a toss-up between Brown and Deebo Samuel. Brown is at his best in the slot, displaying a good catch radius and suddenness in his route running. His 805 yards when lined up in the slot were No. 19 in college football.

Nastiest OL
Cody Ford, Oklahoma

Bottom line, Ford is a mauler. He is overpowering at the point of attack: A real glass-eater and a classic finisher.

Best edge rusher
Nick Bosa, DE, Ohio State

No surprise here. He's just a natural pass-rusher, excelling at advancing pass rush while engaged. Bosa plays with great leverage and a solid forward lean.

Best interior pass-rusher
Quinnen Williams, DT, Alabama

Williams had 8.0 sacks in 2018. He has a high-end first step and is becoming a real hands technician. The Bama lineman ran an impressive 4.83 40 at the combine.

Best run-stopper
Dexter Lawrence, DT, Clemson

Lawrence is 342 pounds and has 5.05 speed. With that size and quickness, he can anchor the middle of the defensive line and make plays in stopping the run.

Most rangy LB
Devin White, ILB, LSU

This could have gone to Devin Bush too. They are both elite in terms of range, going sideline to sideline. White turned in a 4.42 40, while Bush was at 4.43. White has great instincts in space and the closing speed to make plays.

Best tackler
T.J. Edwards, ILB, Wisconsin

Edwards is a powerful wrap-up tackler, but I also like the tackling ability of Tre Lamar (Clemson). He packs a punch. Edwards had 113 tackles in 2018.

Best ball-hawk CB
Byron Murphy, Washington

A natural hands catcher who played receiver in high school, Murphy had four interceptions last season. He reads the quarterback and has a good feel for route combinations. Don't be surprised to see him come off his assignment to play the ball.

Best slot CB
Chauncey Gardner-Johnson, Florida

Gardner-Johnson will eventually be a talented NFL safety, but look for him to contribute in the nickel role early in his career. He is a smooth mover who hauled in four picks in 2018.

Best man-coverage CB
Greedy Williams, LSU

I also like Deandre Baker here, but Williams' quick feet, smooth hips and excellent top-end speed give him the edge. Williams will use his closing burst to bait QBs into mistake throws.

Best zone-coverage CB
Byron Murphy, Washington

Murphy's recognition skills and high-end athleticism make him a perfect zone corner.