The 2022 NFL draft is under three months away, and the talented class is starting to take some shape. After a terrific week at the Senior Bowl, I restacked my board -- including some shuffling among the top 10 prospects.
I've been grinding through game tape now that the college football season is over, but the Senior Bowl allowed a live viewing of some of the top upperclassmen in the nation in a best-on-best setting. We saw a great group of defensive linemen and six of the top seven quarterbacks, and a handful of prospects from smaller schools stood out. But remember, there is a lot of road still ahead, starting with the combine in Indianapolis in a few weeks.
So who rose at the Senior Bowl, or in the weeks following the end of the season? How did the quarterback rankings shake out? And who is firming up their spot atop the 2022 board? Here are my top 32 prospects for the 2022 class (updated from my Jan. 4 version), plus my top 10 players at every position.
Note: Underclassmen are marked with an asterisk, and grades are via Scouts Inc.
1. Aidan Hutchinson, DE, Michigan
Height: 6-foot-6 | Weight: 269 pounds
Grade: 94 | Previous rank: 1
Hutchinson plays a powerful game and is truly relentless in pursuit. He also has fast eyes and locates the ball really well. I like his inside move, and his ability to line up on either side and drop in coverage will be valuable to NFL teams. The senior can stack blockers at the point of attack and has active hands. He had 14.0 sacks (third in the country), 19 tackles for loss (tied for 23rd), 75 tackles, 66 pressures (second) and two forced fumbles last season for the Wolverines. If you want to see just how dominant Hutchinson can be, go watch his tape from Michigan's late-November win over Ohio State, when he had three sacks, 14 pressures and 10 tackles.
2. Evan Neal, OT, Alabama*
Height: 6-7 | Weight: 350
Grade: 94 | Previous rank: 3
Neal has played all over the Alabama line, starting at guard as a freshman, before sliding to right tackle in 2020 and finally left tackle last season. He mirrors and slides really well, and speed rushers struggle to get around his long frame. On run blocks, Neal excels with a quick first step and excellent angles. He shows range at the second level, which makes him perfect for a zone-blocking scheme. He also delivers blocks with power, though he is still developing his balance. His awareness stands out: He can locate blitzes, twists and stunts and seal off the pass rush. Neal can get in trouble by occasionally lunging, but his skill set makes him an easy plug-and-play lineman in the NFL. He allowed one sack last season on more than 600 pass-block snaps for the Crimson Tide.
3. Kyle Hamilton, S, Notre Dame*
Height: 6-4 | Weight: 219
Grade: 94 | Previous rank: 5
Hamilton is a nightmare matchup for offenses. He has great size and closing burst while playing all over the defense. You'll see him line up deep in coverage, over the slot and even at linebacker. Hamilton can blanket tight ends, and with solid ball skills and an ability to read the QB, he will make plays. He had three interceptions in seven games this year, along with 20 tackles and five passes broken up. Against the run, Hamilton can fill the alley, but he will need to work on his angles to avoid missing tackles. Hamilton injured his knee in October and never returned.
4. Ikem Ekwonu, G/OT, NC State*
Height: 6-4 | Weight: 320
Grade: 93 | Previous rank: 21
Ekwonu is an aggressive run-blocker who uses power to knock defenders off the ball. He is at his best in a phone booth, and I'd like to see better body control when in space. In pass protection, he is tough to get around, though he tends to overset and lunge. He is potentially a better fit at guard in the NFL, and he can develop into a mauling starter there. Ekwonu plays with an edge and looks to bury defenders.
5. Ahmad "Sauce" Gardner, CB, Cincinnati*
Height: 6-2 | Weight: 188
Grade: 93 | Previous rank: 15
Receivers have a hard time getting off the line against Gardner. He is tall and long, and he smothers coverage underneath. Gardner has strong recognition ability in zone, is an adequate wrap-up tackler and flashes playmaking skill. He had three interceptions, a trio of sacks, four tackles for loss and a forced fumble in 2021. As the primary defender in coverage, he surrendered zero touchdowns and just 60 total yards over 14 games last season.
6. Nakobe Dean, ILB, Georgia*
Height: 6-0 | Weight: 225
Grade: 93 | Previous rank: 8
Dean is an off-ball linebacker who has good speed, suddenness, range and instincts. He can match up with running backs in coverage, but he also can go sideline to sideline in run defense. Dean will make a lot of plays in pursuit, closing on ball carriers and wrapping up on tackles. His improvement as a blitzer last season has been impressive, as well. He can locate gaps and close on the QB. Dean shows an excellent motor on every single down. In 2021, Dean had 73 tackles, 6.0 sacks, 10 tackles for loss, five passes broken up, three forced fumbles and two interceptions -- including a pick-six.
7. Kayvon Thibodeaux, DE, Oregon*
Height: 6-5 | Weight: 250
Grade: 93 | Previous rank: 2
Thibodeaux is a phenomenal pass-rusher with great speed and size. He gets a good push on blockers, and he shows solid initial quickness and closing speed. Thibodeaux is effective at dipping and ripping, but he also displays a strong inside move. Against the run, he locates the ball then stacks and sheds blockers, often making plays in the backfield. And he is versatile enough to convert to 3-4 outside linebacker or even occasionally kick inside to rush the passer. He could use a little more work as a hands fighter, and I'd like to see him play with a little more fire. Thibodeaux finished the season with 7.0 sacks, 12 tackles for loss, 46 pressures (tied for 11th in the nation) and two forced fumbles.
8. Derek Stingley Jr., CB, LSU*
Height: 6-1 | Weight: 195
Grade: 93 | Previous rank: 4
Stingley burst onto the scene with six interceptions as a freshman in 2019. The numbers weren't as eye-popping in 2020, and he didn't have a single interception in 10 games over the past two years, but he still has all the tools to be a truly dominant shutdown cornerback in the NFL. He is long, fast and physical, but his versatility is key. Stingley can play press-man, off-coverage, free safety and the overhang position. He is smooth with oily hips, and he has the recovery speed and instincts to make plays on the ball. A bonus: Stingley also has experience returning punts. In three games last season, he had three tackles for loss and forced a fumble, but Stingley missed most of the year following a procedure on his injured left foot.
9. Drake London, WR, USC*
Height: 6-5 | Weight: 210
Grade: 92 | Previous rank: 12
London is a big target who is versatile enough to operate out wide or in the slot. He has great contact balance, terrific body control and solid hands. London has the speed to threaten vertically, will make plays in traffic over the middle and is smooth in and out of his breaks. I really like his ability to find the soft spots in zone looks. Before he fractured his right ankle, London had 1,084 receiving yards and seven touchdowns. Six of his eight games saw him hit 130-plus receiving yards, and despite not stepping foot on the field since October and playing in only eight games, his 88 catches still ranked 15th in the nation.
10. Garrett Wilson, WR, Ohio State*
Height: 6-0 | Weight: 193
Grade: 92 | Previous rank: 9
Wilson accelerates off the line and immediately puts defensive backs on their heels. He will drop his weight at the top of his route stem, and he is extremely sudden in and out of his breaks. Wilson occasionally is a body catcher, but I've also seen him make plenty of difficult catches away from his frame and in traffic, controlling his body and adjusting to off-target throws. There is big-play ability too, thanks to elite speed and acceleration. He tracks the deep ball well, and while he isn't going to elude many defenders laterally, he turns upfield and hits the second gear so swiftly that he is trouble after the catch. Wilson had 70 catches for 1,058 yards and 12 touchdowns (tied for eighth in the FBS) last season, and he had seven total TDs over his final three games.
11. Devin Lloyd, ILB, Utah*
Height: 6-3 | Weight: 235
Grade: 92 | Previous rank: 18
Lloyd is a versatile linebacker who moves like a safety -- the position he played in high school. He has the quickness, strength and balance to slip blocks, but there is room for improvement here. Lloyd is rangy and closes well in pursuit. He will often spy quarterbacks. When turned loose as a pass-rusher, he is an effective hands fighter, and he can win against running backs when hitting an inside hole. Lloyd had 96 tackles, 8.0 sacks, 20 tackles for loss (tied for 13th in the FBS) and seven passes broken up. His four interceptions tied for 14th in the country -- and tied for first among linebackers -- while his 19.0 disrupted dropbacks were the FBS' fifth most.
12. Trent McDuffie, CB, Washington*
Height: 5-11 | Weight: 195
Grade: 92 | Previous rank: NR
McDuffie is smooth flipping his hips and shows the ability to locate the ball when he's in phase with the receiver. He displays good route recognition and discipline in zone, and while he's not a ball hawk (two interceptions over three seasons), he flashes the ability to pluck the ball out of the air. McDuffie had 26 tackles and six pass breakups in 2021.
13. Tyler Linderbaum, C, Iowa*
Height: 6-3 | Weight: 290
Grade: 92 | Previous rank: 13
Linderbaum is an effective zone blocker with great foot speed and range, and he is a solid combo blocker at the second level. At 290 pounds, he is a little on the smaller side, but he flashes good finishing power and anchors well for his size. But there is some room for improvement when it comes to staying square and in front of defenders. Linderbaum allowed pressure on just 0.9% of his 432 pass-block snaps and took zero penalties last season.
14. Travon Walker, DE, Georgia*
Height: 6-5 | Weight: 275
Grade: 91 | Previous rank: 14
Walker is a hybrid defender who plays off the edge and on the interior defensive line. He tends to be a little late off the snap as a pass-rusher and needs to diagnose a little quicker, but he has the strength to walk blockers back. And his length, ability to locate the ball and strong tackling in run defense make him tough to beat on the ground. His game is still a work in progress, but his versatility will be key to NFL success. Walker had 6.0 sacks, eight tackles for loss and 29 pressures in 14 games last season. In the national title game, he had seven pressures, a sack and two tackles for loss.
15. David Ojabo, OLB, Michigan*
Height: 6-5 | Weight: 250
Grade: 91 | Previous rank: 11
Lining up opposite Aidan Hutchinson on Michigan's defensive front, Ojabo really came on last season, posting 11.0 sacks (tied for 11th in the country), 14 tackles for loss, 39 pressures and five forced fumbles (tied for second). He has a super quick first step and excellent torso flexibility, and his dip-and-rip move is very effective. He has speed and hunts for the ball, but he can get stuck on blocks occasionally. Ojabo is sudden and instinctive, and he has very little wasted movement coming off the edge, running a tight loop. He plays with discipline against the run, doing a good job keeping the outside lanes contained.
16. Jermaine Johnson II, DE, Florida State
Height: 6-5 | Weight: 262
Grade: 91 | Previous rank: NR
Johnson had a great week at the Senior Bowl, showing off first-round traits and a high level of competitiveness. His effort is relentless. He is long and a smooth mover, and Johnson posted some big numbers at Florida State. His 12 sacks tied for seventh in the country, his 45 pressures were tied for 13th and his 23 tackles for loss were tied for fourth. He had three sacks, five tackles for loss and a forced fumble against Miami in November.
17. Malik Willis, QB, Liberty*
Height: 6-1 | Weight: 215
Grade: 91 | Previous rank: 27
Willis is terrific at extending plays and keeping his eyes downfield outside the pocket. His off-platform throws have plenty of wow factor, as he gets the ball out from various release points with velocity and hits tight windows. He has the strongest arm in the class, and the ball comes out with a flick of the wrist. An Auburn transfer, Willis threw for 2,857 yards last season with 27 passing touchdowns. On the ground, Willis had 878 yards and another 13 touchdowns. But there are some red flags on the stat sheet, too. His 12 interceptions -- including three in three different games this year -- are tied for the nation's eighth most, while his 51 sacks taken were the most.
18. Chris Olave, WR, Ohio State
Height: 6-1 | Weight: 188
Grade: 91 | Previous rank: 22
Olave's ball skills are excellent, and there is plenty of speed in his game. His route running stands out, as he explodes off the line and creates separation vertically. He always seems to have a plan, and he drops his weight quickly to accelerate out of his breaks. I'd like to see him get stronger, but Olave is an extremely talented wideout prospect. He had 65 catches for 936 yards and 13 touchdowns (tied for sixth in the country) last season. Consider this: Olave scored at least once in nine of 11 games last season, and he had four games with at least 100 receiving yards and multiple TDs.
19. Kenny Pickett, QB, Pittsburgh
Height: 6-3 | Weight: 220
Grade: 90 | Previous rank: 16
Pickett was ninth in the country in Total QBR (81.2), his 4,319 passing yards ranked sixth and his 42 passing TDs were fourth. He had seven interceptions over 13 games, and he completed 67.2% of his passes. His arm strength and pocket mobility are average areas in his game, but his toughness in the pocket, fast eyes on progressions and awareness in holding the safety stand out. He recognizes defensive disguises and is decisive. His decision-making improved after back-to-back seasons with 13-to-9 TD-INT ratios. His touch and timing on deep balls are solid, and he leads receivers into the catch. And Pickett flashes some second-reaction ability, too, scrambling when he needs to create and maneuvering around pressure.
20. Treylon Burks, WR, Arkansas*
Height: 6-3 | Weight: 225
Grade: 90 | Previous rank: 29
Burks is a savvy route runner who knows how to find the soft spots in zone coverage, is more smooth than sudden and uses his frame to generate late separation. But what puts Burks among the best wideouts in this class? His ball skills. He can pluck on the run with his oversize hands and does an outstanding job with body control to haul in deep passes or off-target throws. Burks also is effective after the catch, transitioning upfield, showing good vision and breaking tackles along the way. He had 1,104 receiving yards, and his 11 touchdown catches tied for 16th in the nation.
21. Jordan Davis, DT, Georgia
Height: 6-6 | Weight: 340
Grade: 90 | Previous rank: 26
Davis is a massive 3-4 nose tackle, but he has experience as a traditional defensive tackle in a 4-3, too. He has power and will bull-rush blockers back into their quarterback. But he is more of a disrupter than a finisher -- he had just 2.0 sacks in 15 games -- and lacks first-step quickness and redirect ability. Against the run, Davis does a great job with gap control and is a true space eater. Good luck moving him off his spot. Watching his tape, the thing that jumps out is how often he requires double-team attention.
22. Charles Cross, OT, Mississippi State
Height: 6-5 | Weight: 310
Grade: 90 | Previous rank: 10
Cross has long arms, good agility and solid quickness for a 310-pound left tackle. He is a natural knee bender with great balance and the mirror-and-slide skills to handle double moves and speed rushers. Cross is a patient pass-blocker and can pick up blitzes and other defensive line disguises. On run-blocking plays, Cross has strong angles and above-average range, but he needs to develop his lower-body strength and push. He sees more pass-blocking snaps (683 last season) than most collegiate linemen in the Bulldogs' scheme, giving evaluators plenty of tape. And despite the hefty workload, Cross allowed just one sack and five pressures last season.
23. Devonte Wyatt, DT, Georgia
Height: 6-3 | Weight: 315
Grade: 90 | Previous rank: NR
Wyatt does an excellent job tying his feet and hands together. He shows great upper-body strength, but as he's working on blockers, his feet are always moving. Another big Senior Bowl performer, Wyatt posted 2.5 sacks, 21 pressures, seven tackles for loss and a pair of forced fumbles last season.
24. Kyler Gordon, CB, Washington*
Height: 6-0 | Weight: 200
Grade: 90 | Previous rank: NR
Gordon has exceptional top-end speed, and he's an easy-mover with fluid hips and elite closing burst. He shows very good eye discipline and reaction skills in zone, but he also reads receivers' routes well in man coverage. He'll read the quarterback's eyes, jump routes and attack the ball. Gordon has played both inside and outside, and he also contributes on special teams. He had two interceptions and six pass breakups in 2021.
25. Jameson Williams, WR, Alabama*
Height: 6-2 | Weight: 189
Grade: 90 | Previous rank: 6
An Ohio State transfer, Williams is a big-play threat with elite speed and shiftiness as a ball carrier. When he plucks on the run, he accelerates away from defenders. Williams is still working through the nuances of route running, and he can occasionally be a body catcher, but he tracks and adjusts well to balls in the air. Williams had 1,572 receiving yards and 15 touchdowns last season, and he averaged 19.9 yards per catch. Those are all top-seven numbers in college football. Williams rolled up a 7-184-2 line against Georgia in the SEC championship game, but he tore an ACL in the national title game.
26. George Karlaftis, DE, Purdue*
Height: 6-4 | Weight: 270
Grade: 90 | Previous rank: 19
Karlaftis had 4.5 sacks, 11 tackles for loss, 43 pressures, two forced fumbles and a fumble return for a TD in 12 games. He wins with power, holding his own at the point of attack and showing good stopping power. Karlaftis gets a good push as a power rusher, then falls inside when he is even with the QB. He also has shown an ability to make an impact as an inside rusher.
27. Matt Corral, QB, Ole Miss*
Height: 6-0 | Weight: 200
Grade: 89 | Previous rank: 17
Corral improved as a pocket-passer and decision-maker in 2021, but those are still work-in-progress areas. He is tough and mobile in the pocket, and he has a nice quick release, getting the ball out on quick-game throws and leading receivers into extra yardage. Corral had 3,349 passing yards and 20 touchdown passes last season, and he notably had just five interceptions -- after throwing 14 of them in 2020. His run-game ability also plays a big part: He had 614 yards on the ground along with 11 scores. Corral suffered an ankle injury in the Sugar Bowl.
28. Jahan Dotson, WR, Penn State
Height: 5-11 | Weight: 184
Grade: 89 | Previous rank: 24
Dotson is a bit undersized, but his suddenness, speed and route craftiness make him a dangerous receiver. He is lightning quick in and out of his breaks, but he always seems to be in control. His tape is smooth, and his routes are sharp. Despite a smaller catch radius, his ball skills are terrific, and he will pluck the ball on the run and/or adjust to throws with excellent body control. Dotson can challenge vertically, too, but he doesn't have the size to win many 50-50 balls; if he does win, he has the field vision and wheels to produce after the catch. Dotson had 91 catches (12th in the nation) for 1,182 yards (18th) and 12 touchdowns (tied for eighth) last season, and he had at least five receptions in 11 of 12 games.
29. Andrew Booth Jr., CB, Clemson*
Height: 6-0 | Weight: 200
Grade: 89 | Previous rank: 23
I like Booth's game a lot. He does a nice job locating the ball while running in phase with receivers, and he is at his best in press coverage -- but he is very adept in off-man and zone, too. Booth has a smooth backpedal and quick feet, but he does overreact at times to a receiver's first move. The ball skills are top notch, as he had three interceptions and five passes broken up in 11 games last season. He's also a willing run defender and limits production after the catch.
30. Trevor Penning, OT, Northern Iowa*
Height: 6-7 | Weight: 321
Grade: 89 | Previous rank: 28
Penning pushes defenders off the ball with his power, and he moves well for his size. I'd like to see some improvement in his footwork, and he has some issues with mirroring, but Penning is an absolute mauler. He'd likely be a swing tackle to begin his NFL career, but his upside is immense.
31. Tariq Woolen, CB, UTSA
Height: 6-4 | Weight: 205
Grade: 88 | Previous rank: NR
Woolen has been a big riser over the past few months, and he stood out at the Senior Bowl. He has long arms and excellent speed, and he shows the burst needed to recover in time when he is caught out of phase. He's a converted receiver but isn't a ball hawk: Woolen has two interceptions and eight pass breakups over the past two seasons. He is still learning the position, but his upside is immense.
32. Bernhard Raimann, OT, Central Michigan*
Height: 6-7 | Weight: 305
Grade: 88 | Previous rank: NR
Raimann is a converted tight end who moved to left tackle in 2020. He has 18 starts there and recorded only three blown run blocks this past season on 418 such snaps. He has long arms and good quickness for his size. Raimann has a powerful upper body and shuts down pass-rushers when he gets his hands inside. He is a mauler in the run game and consistently gets into good positioning. Raimann still has some work to do with his balance at the point of attack, but he has a really good motor and plays with an edge.
See my full rankings for the 2022 NFL draft.
Position rankings
Here is my breakdown of my top prospects by position. Scouts Inc. grades are in parentheses following each name.
Quarterback
1. Malik Willis, Liberty (91)
2. Kenny Pickett, Pittsburgh (90)
3. Matt Corral, Ole Miss (89)
4. Sam Howell, UNC (87)
5. Desmond Ridder, Cincinnati (86)
6. Carson Strong, Nevada (80)
7. Bailey Zappe, Western Kentucky (62)
8. Skylar Thompson, Kansas State (39)
9. Brock Purdy, Iowa State (32)
10. Chase Garbers, California (31)
Running back
1. Isaiah Spiller, Texas A&M (84)
2. Kenneth Walker III, Michigan State (82)
3. Breece Hall, Iowa State (81)
4. James Cook, Georgia (68)
5. Kyren Williams, Notre Dame (67)
6. Jerome Ford, Cincinnati (66)
7. Dameon Pierce, Florida (62)
8. Brian Robinson Jr., Alabama (61)
9. Abram Smith, Baylor (59)
10. Tyler Badie, Missouri (58)
Wide receiver
1. Drake London, USC (92)
2. Garrett Wilson, Ohio State (92)
3. Chris Olave, Ohio State (91)
4. Treylon Burks, Arkansas (90)
5. Jameson Williams, Alabama (90)
6. Jahan Dotson, Penn State (89)
7. Christian Watson, North Dakota State (81)
8. John Metchie III, Alabama (80)
9. Jalen Tolbert, South Alabama (78)
10. Calvin Austin III, Memphis (77)
Tight end
1. Trey McBride, Colorado State (88)
2. Isaiah Likely, Coastal Carolina (86)
3. Greg Dulcich, UCLA (81)
4. Jalen Wydermyer, Texas A&M (77)
5. Jeremy Ruckert, Ohio State (74)
6. Cole Turner, Nevada (69)
7. Cade Otton, Washington (67)
8. Charlie Kolar, Iowa State (66)
9. James Mitchell, Virginia Tech (61)
10. Derrick Deese Jr., San Jose State (60)
Fullback
1. Connor Heyward, Michigan State (46)
2. Jeremiah Hall, Oklahoma (44)
Offensive tackle
1. Evan Neal, Alabama (94)
2. Ikem Ekwonu, NC State (93)
3. Charles Cross, Mississippi State (90)
4. Trevor Penning, Northern Iowa (89)
5. Bernhard Raimann, Central Michigan (88)
6. Daniel Faalele, Minnesota (84)
7. Nicholas Petit-Frere, Ohio State (76)
8. Darian Kinnard, Kentucky (75)
9. Abraham Lucas, Washington State (72)
10. Matt Waletzko, North Dakota (65)
Guard
1. Zion Johnson, Boston College (88)
2. Kenyon Green, Texas A&M (87)
3. Cole Strange, Chattanooga (77)
4. Sean Rhyan, UCLA (71)
5. Justin Shaffer, Georgia (68)
6. Dylan Parham, Memphis (66)
7. Jamaree Salyer, Georgia (64)
8. Joshua Ezeudu, UNC (63)
9. Andrew Stueber, Michigan (61)
10. Chris Paul, Tulsa (60)
Center
1. Tyler Linderbaum, Iowa (92)
2. Dohnovan West, Arizona State (70)
3. Luke Fortner, Kentucky (55)
4. Grant Gibson, NC State (52)
5. Cameron Jurgens, Nebraska (50)
6. Alec Lindstrom, Boston College (47)
7. Nick Ford, Utah (46)
8. Michael Maietti, Missouri (43)
9. Doug Kramer, Illinois (41)
10. Brock Hoffman, Virginia Tech (40)
Defensive end
1. Aidan Hutchinson, Michigan (94)
2. Kayvon Thibodeaux, Oregon (93)
3. Travon Walker, Georgia (91)
4. Jermaine Johnson II, Florida State (91)
5. George Karlaftis, Purdue (90)
6. Arnold Ebiketie, Penn State (88)
7. Logan Hall, Houston (87)
8. Myjai Sanders, Cincinnati (86)
9. DeMarvin Leal, Texas A&M (86)
10. Cameron Thomas, San Diego State (85)
Outside linebacker
1. David Ojabo, Michigan (91)
2. Boye Mafe, Minnesota (87)
3. Kingsley Enagbare, South Carolina (86)
4. DeAngelo Malone, Western Kentucky (85)
5. Drake Jackson, USC (79)
6. Dominique Robinson, Miami-OH (77)
7. Amare Barno, Virginia Tech (73)
8. Nik Bonitto, Oklahoma (68)
9. Jesse Luketa, Penn State (67)
10. Sam Williams, Ole Miss (63)
Defensive tackle
1. Jordan Davis, Georgia (90)
2. Devonte Wyatt, Georgia (90)
3. Perrion Winfrey, Oklahoma (87)
4. Phidarian Mathis, Alabama (86)
5. Neil Farrell Jr., LSU (85)
6. Travis Jones, UConn (73)
7. Eric Johnson, Missouri State (72)
8. Haskell Garrett, Ohio State (71)
9. Zachary Carter, Florida (69)
10. John Ridgeway, Arkansas (64)
Inside linebacker
1. Nakobe Dean, Georgia (93)
2. Devin Lloyd, Utah (92)
3. Christian Harris, Alabama (88)
4. Channing Tindall, Georgia (83)
5. Chad Muma, Wyoming (80)
6. Quay Walker, Georgia (79)
7. Leo Chenal, Wisconsin (78)
8. Troy Andersen, Montana State (76)
9. Damone Clark, LSU (74)
10. Brandon Smith, Penn State (71)
Cornerback
1. Ahmad "Sauce" Gardner, Cincinnati (93)
2. Derek Stingley Jr., LSU (93)
3. Trent McDuffie, Washington (92)
4. Kyler Gordon, Washington (90)
5. Andrew Booth Jr., Clemson (89)
6. Tariq Woolen, UTSA (88)
7. Roger McCreary, Auburn (87)
8. Kaiir Elam, Florida (86)
9. Martin Emerson, Mississippi State (84)
10. Coby Bryant, Cincinnati (82)
Safety
1. Kyle Hamilton, Notre Dame (94)
2. Daxton Hill, Michigan (87)
3. Jalen Pitre, Baylor (86)
4. Lewis Cine, Georgia (80)
5. Kerby Joseph, Illinois (79)
6. Jaquan Brisker, Penn State (77)
7. Bryan Cook, Cincinnati (70)
8. JoJo Domann, Nebraska (69)
9. Tariq Carpenter, Georgia Tech (68)
10. Alontae Taylor, Tennessee (65)
Kicker
1. Cameron Dicker, Texas (46)
2. Andrew Mevis, Iowa State (31)
Punter
1. Jordan Stout, Penn State (45)
2. Jake Camarda, Georgia (44)
Long-snapper
1. Cal Adomitis, Pittsburgh (30)
2. Jordan Silver, Arkansas (30)