2021 NFL Draft Big Board: Top 100 Prospects
A ranking of the top prospects available for the 2021 NFL Draft.
This list is a compilation of the Top 100 2021 NFL Draft Prospects. I will be updating this list as the year goes on up until the 2021 NFL Draft. Some players may move up the board some may move down the board as the 2020 College Season Progresses and we get a better feel for the potentially available Prospects of the 2021 NFL Draft.
Be sure to check out my 2021 NFL Mock Draft 1.0 as well:
1. Trevor Lawrence, QB, Clemson:
Lawrence is a generational talent. He’s a can’t miss prospect that would’ve been the Number one pick after his Freshman Year if freshmen were allowed to come out.
2. Penei Sewell, OT, Oregon:
A great athlete for an Offensive Tackle. Sewell is one of the “Safer” prospects of the 2021 NFL Draft Class. He has quick feet, is very skilled and powerful.
3. Micah Parsons, ILB, Penn State:
Parsons is going to be the future “Quarterback” of an NFL defense. His ability to make plays all over the field as a do it all Line Backer is very impressive.
4. Justyn Ross, WR, Clemson:
In a pretty top-heavy Wide Receiver class, Ross stands out. He has size, and the speed to consistently separate from opposing Corners. He’s what you look for in a potential number one Wide Receiver.
5. Trey Lance, QB, North Dakota State University:
Lance has made a name for himself, much like Carson Wentz did when he played for the Bison. Their games are very similar. Lance has more upside though and doesn’t have the injury concerns that Wentz does.
6. Justin Fields, QB, Ohio State:
Fields have it all physically and athletically. He’s also a good passer from the pocket that can continue to grow. I worry that his release is a bit too slow but it works and he has star potential.
7. Ja’Marr Chase, WR, LSU:
A physical possession Wide Receiver that can make catches in traffic. If your team is in the red-zone, Chase is the perfect fade route-target.
8. Hamilcar Rashed Jr., DE, Oregon State:
Strangely, Rashed Jr. is being overlooked. He’s arguably the best and most skilled pass-rusher of the 2021 NFL Draft Class. Rashed Jr. always plays with high energy and effort.
9. Xavier Thomas, DE, Clemson:
Thomas is right up there with Rashed Jr. in terms of being a Franchise changing Pass-Rusher. Thomas is the better athlete though.
10. Tyson Campbell, CB, Georgia:
Though he’s had his up and downs and, a bit of a rocky start to his college career, the potential of Campbell is hard to ignore. He’s a 6'2 speedy, and athletic corner that can catch and has shown flashes.
11. Andre Cisco, S, Syracuse:
Right now it’s close between Cisco and Richard LeCounte III for the top spot at the Safety Position. Cisco gets the slight edge though because of his ability to intercept the ball. He has better hands.
12. Richard LeCounte III, S, Georgia:
Quick on making plays where ever the ball carrier is, and great game speed to track them down.
13. Rashod Bateman, WR, Minnesota:
Bateman looks to be at the very worst a solid number two receiver at the next level. He’s a great route runner with size and, a great catch radius. He’s a hard target to miss.
14. Walker Little, OT, Stanford:
Little would’ve been a first-round pick in the 2020 NFL Draft, had it not been for a season-ending injury. Maybe even after his injury. He’s been on my scouting radar for a while.
15. Israel Mukuamu, CB, South Carolina:
I love Corners with Mukuamu’s profile. He’s 6'4, athletic, fast, physical, and in your face. He has shut down Corner written all over him.
16. Daniel Faalele, OT, Minnesota:
Faalele is a 6'8, 400-pound mammoth, that is surprisingly good on his feet. He could play Right Tackle, Left Tackle, or even Guard if you needed him to. He’ll be a 10 year starting Offensive Lineman at the NFL level.
17. Derion Kendrick, CB, Clemson:
Another Corner on the Big Board. Kendrick is a former Wide Receiver turned Corner that has made a smooth transitional position change. He’s a great athlete with great hands and, has good coverage skills. He has loads of talent and potential.
18. Patrick Jones II, DE, Pittsburgh:
When you watch the tape and see Jones eat double teams, you can’t help but be impressed. Jones has the strength and skills of a top-end pass rusher.
19. Marvin Wilson, DT, FSU:
Wilson is a three-down Lineman at the NFL level. He’s a run-stuffer who can make plays in the passing game and get to the Quarterback.
20. Gregory Rousseau, DE, Miami (FL):
Rousseau could see himself move up the board with another huge season. It’s hard for me to put him higher than this after one season of play. The talent is there but let's see how he responds with teams making adjustments for him heading into 2020.
21. Tommy Kraemer, OG, Notre Dame:
Kraemer is just a shade lesser version of what Quenton Nelson was as a prospect coming out. Kraemer is a huge 6'6 inside Offensive Line-Man that is great in both, Pass Blocking and, Run Blocking.
22. Wyatt Davis, OG, Ohio State:
It’s close between Davis and Kraemer, but ultimately Kraemer shows more effort on finishing his blocks particularly in the run game. Still, Davis is a great blocker and should have no problems at the next level in both the pass and run game.
23. Marco Wilson, CB, Florida:
Florida has a pretty good history of having some great Corner-Back Prospects coming out for the Draft of late. Wilson might just be the best of the Florida Corner-Back prospects in recent years. He plays hard and is one of the more underrated prospects of the 2021 NFL Draft Class.
24. Devonta Smith, WR, Alabama:
Smith is one of the fastest players in this entire draft, not just for his position. He has great hands and can play in the slot as well.
25. Pooka Williams, RB, Kansas:
Williams as of right now is the best Running Back Prospect of the 2021 NFL Draft Class. If there is a 2020 College Football Season, all eyes will be on him to continue his momentum as a Top Prospect. Williams could work himself up to the Top 10 on this list. He’s that good.
26. Marlon Tuipulotu, DT, USC:
A solid D-Lineman that makes big plays when his team needs them. A great tackler that plays with a high motor.
27. Jaylen Twyman, DT, Pittsburgh:
I like Twyman’s ability to get to the Quarterback. He also shows the ability to stop ball carriers from gaining yards as shown with his impressive 12.0 Tackles for Loss in 2019.
28. Travis Etienne, RB, Clemson:
Many have Etienne as the Top Running Back prospect of the 2021 NFL Draft and, for good reason. The guy is a game-breaker and, can make big plays at any moment. While he’s not exactly a generational and, elite talents like Saquon Barkley or Ezekiel Elliott, Etienne has all the tools to be a perennial Pro-Bowler in the NFL.
29. Paulson Adebo, CB Stanford:
Adebo is a tall lengthy Corner that can play at a high level. He needs to be more consistent though. He has great size and long arms to stay with most Receivers.
30. Jay Tufele, DT, USC:
Tufele is one of those prospects that would slip to the third or fourth round because his game isn’t flashy. Make no mistake about it though, he would be a steal and, he has all the makings of being a three-down starting Lineman in the NFL.
31. Carlos Basham Jr., DT, Wake Forest:
One of the more hyped-up prospects for the 2021 NFL Draft. Basham Jr. isn’t that high on my Big Board. He takes too many plays off, but the talent is certainly there. If he showed more effort, no question he’d be higher on the Big Board. Anytime a prospect shows a consistent lack of effort it raises some red-flags for me.
32. Dylan Moses, OLB, Alabama:
If there’s one thing Moses is good at, it’s stopping the run. The rest of his game needs work. He can get to the Quarterback but hasn’t been able to do it consistently. His talent hasn’t matched his production, but he’s still a mid 1st round, early 2nd round prospect.
33. Kyle Trask, QB, Florida:
Trask has broken onto the scene as a top NFL quarterback prospect. He could see himself being a Top 25 Pick in 2021. Trask has great mechanics, a quick release, and great intermediate accuracy. He’s mobile and can make throws on the run. He needs to improve his arm strength.
34. Jevon Holland, S, Oregon:
If your team needs a starting Safety in the late first-round or early second, Holland is a good get. He’s athletic, plays disciplined, and a safe prospect with a high floor.
35. Shaun Wade, CB, Ohio State:
Many have Wade as a Top 10 Prospect. That’s entirely too high for a guy that consistently gives up big plays and is inconsistent in pass coverage. The size, speed and, length are all there though for him to continue to grow as a complete player.
36. Patrick Surtain Jr., CB, Alabama:
Surtain has the NFL Bloodlines and the College Football pedigree to succeed in the NFL. He plays for Alabama, an NFL Factory for Corners.
37. Chatarius “Tutu” Atwell, WR, Louisville:
One of my favorite Prospects of the 2021 NFL Draft Class. Atwell is a small but fast slot receiver that can catch the ball underneath and get YAC (Yards After Catch) for his Quarterback when things breakdown.
38. Josh Jobe, CB, Alabama:
Jobe is another prospect that is this high on the Big Board strictly off of potential. He hasn’t played much at Alabama, but he’s over 6 feet tall, athletic, and has enough potential to move up into the top 20 or top 15 with a good 2020 College Football season in his Junior Year.
39. Samuel Cosmi, OT, Texas:
Many Mock Drafts and Big Boards have Cosmi as a Top 15 Player. That’s a reach. There are better players at his position. That’s not his fault though, it’s just a pretty deep Offensive Tackle Class. Cosmi might not be a Left Tackle but he certainly could play Right Tackle or kick inside at Guard.
40. Creed Humphrey, OC/OG, Oklahoma:
A wall. Plain and simple. Unfortunately, his position isn’t as valued as the other Offensive Positions, but Humphrey is worth a look late in the 1st round or early 2nd.
