2024 NFL Draft Sleepers: Full list:
WR Malachi Corley (Western Kentucky)
Corley had 79 catches for 984 yards and 11TDs in 2023. Corley has dynamic playmaking ability and is known as the YAC king (yards after catch). He’s built like a RB and is a terror in run after catch scenarios. His skill sets remind me of Deebo Samuel.
WR Jalen Coker (Holy Cross)
Coker had 59 catches for 1035 yards and 15 TDs in 2023. What really stood out to me about Coker is his reliable hands and the way he adjusted to balls thrown behind or outside of him. Coker has good size, strength and athleticism. He also portrayed his high point ability, incredible route running (his route running is up there with the best in the 2024 draft class) and makes catches mostly with his hands instead of his body. I think Coker can be a huge steal in the draft.
Malik Washington (Virginia)
Washington had an impressive 2023 season with 110 catches for 1426 yards and 9 TDs. Despite being only 5’8, Washington has excellent ball skills and exceptional route running ability. He fits the slot receiver role perfectly and is a clutch performer as he tends to make big plays in critical moments.
WR Javon Baker (UCF)
Baker had 52 catches for 1139 yards and 7 TDs in 2023. One of Bakers biggest abilities is tracking the ball deep and making contested catches. He makes hard catches look easy and can be a reliable target in the red zone as he has excellent body control and effective hand fighting in man coverage.
WR Jacob Cowing (Arizona)
Cowing had 90 catches for 848 yards and 13 TDs in 2023. Cowing is a speedster and given space he will make you pay. When watching Cowing play he reminds me of Rondale Moore as he has great ability to make defenders miss in open space. His slippery route runner allows him to create separation from defenders and get open easily.
WR Marcus Rosemy-Jacksaint (Georgia)
Rosemy- Jacksaint had 34 catches for 535 yards and 4TDs in 2023. One of his biggest abilities is strong hands and reliability. He proved to have an encouraging catch radius and uses his frame effectively to shield defenders and be a legit red zone threat. He’s also a dependable receiver who always seemed to pop open when needed.
WR Jamari Thrash (Louisville)
Thrash exhibits smooth footwork allowing him to be a polished route runner. He has reliable hands and uses his agility and speed to create separation from the Cornerbacks. Thrash has a tendency for finding soft spots in zone coverage but with the benefit of his sharp cuts he can create nice separation against man coverage making him an option for the slot or outside.
WR Ja’Quan Jackson (Tulane)
Jackson is dynamic player who always wants to make something special happen with the ball in his hands. Jackson is also a great contributor to special teams and can be very efficient as a punt returner. He still has some room to improve as his route running ability isn’t fully there yet but taking a chance on this kid can go long ways. He will fit best as a play making slot receiver and if he can develop is route running he can potentially carve out a nice slot role at the NFL level. Interesting fact: Jackson’s uncle is Ed Reed (former Ravens Safety and Hall of Famer) who is a strong mentor for Jackson.
CB Khyree Jackson (Oregon)
Jackson had 25 solo tackles, 3 interceptions and 7 pass defensed in 2023. One of the best traits Jackson provided is using his length and size to his advantage in coverage. Standing at 6’4 makes him productive in press man coverage as he excels at defending 50/50 balls. He also has good anticipation in zone coverage which expands his abilities. He’s a reliable tackler and has shown his aggressiveness to engage in physicality. If Jackson can keep up with the speed of NFL WRs he can ultimately have a productive NFL career.
CB Chau Smith-Wade CB (Washington State)
Smith-Wade had 23 solo tackles, 0 interceptions and 6 passes defensed in 2023. Despite the lack of playmaking ability, his main traits are speed, engaging in run support, versatility and high football IQ. He has the ability to keep WRs in check by disrupting routes and keep up with his quick feet. Smith-Wade shows no fear in run support showing his ability to tackle in open space.
CB Dwight Mcglothern (Arkansas)
Mcglothern had 19 solo tackles, 1 forced fumble, 3 interceptions and 6 passes defensed in 2023. Mcglothern is my favorite sleeper in the CB class this year as he has great instincts and playmaking ability proving he has natural CB talent. Standing at 6’2 is also a great quality he provides as he uses his length to his leverage and displays great ball skills in coverage. I think Mcglothern will be a steal for any team that drafts him and be productive at the NFL level.
CB Kamal Hadden (Tennessee)
Hadden had 13 solo tackles, 3 interceptions and 7 passes defensed in just 7 games in 2023. Hadden underwent season-ending shoulder surgery for an injury suffered during the team’s Week 8 loss at Alabama. Hadden would arguably be up there with the best corners in college if he hadn’t been injured. What stands out to me is his great ball skills, playmaking ability and ability to break up passes. He’s also shown he can be physical as a tackler. His injury will make him fall a bit in the draft making him a big sleeper.
CB Mikey Victor (Alabama State)
Victor had 27 solo tackles, 2 interceptions and 13 passes defensed in 2023. Victor’s height and long arms give him the advantage to his style of play, especially when defending passes. His long reach enables him to cover a significant area, particularly in zone coverage. Victor showed great closing speed and great ability to track down ball carriers in the open field. He will likely be a steal in the 5th or 6th round.
CB Qwan’tez Stiggers (Toronto Argonauts)
Stiggers is the most interesting prospect in the NFL draft this year. He played in the CFL last year and won CFL’s most outstanding rookie. He had 53 tackles and 5 interceptions in 15 games for the Argonauts in 2023. Stiggers did not play college football prior to arriving in Canada due to academic issues while attending B.E.S.T. Academy High School in Atlanta. He began his professional career in the Fan Controlled Football League in 2022, where he made 30 tackles and five interceptions enroute to becoming a finalist for the league’s Defensive Player of the Year award. Since his graduating class is up, Stiggers is eligible to enter the NFL draft. He won’t be the first CFL player drafted into the NFL, but he’ll be the first who didn’t attend college. Although he has one more year left on his contract with the Argonauts, the team agreed to terminate their deal with him. Stiggers in the CFL was everywhere on the field and former Argonauts DB coach Josh Bell had great things to say about Stiggers “His explosion is dangerous. “I call him a barracuda.” According to coach Bell, Stiggers immediately stood out in training camp and followed it up by getting an interception in the first game of the season.
CB Zamari Walton (Ole Miss)
Walton had 23 tackles, 1 forced fumble, 2 interceptions and 6 passes defensed in 2023. Walton spent most of his career at Georgia Tech and played at Ole Miss in his senior year. Walton is yet another tall corner at 6’3 who uses his length to his ability. His physical as a tackler and engages in run defense. Walton has 4.3 speed and elevated his game against superior competition. 6 years in college giving him a ton of experience going into the NFL.
CB Jarvis Brownlee Jr (Louisville)
16 solo tackles, 1 interception and 6 passes defensed in 2023. Brownlee Jr portrays excellent foot quickness and instincts, allowing him to mirror receivers effectively. Due to his small size (5’10) NFL scouts think he will struggle to make a transition to the NFL. His best traits are his quick feet and instincts which make up for his size. Brownlee is at best when he’s in press coverage at the line of scrimmage. Brownlee also shows he loves to throw his body around and does not shy away from any tackles. I think he can be a productive nickel corner at the NFL level.
CB Renardo Green (Florida State)
Green had 32 solo tackles, 1 interception and 12 passes defensed in 2023. Green is an aggressive lockdown corner who was quietly one of the better corners in college football. He sticks like glue to the receiver when in press coverage. Green is versatile as he can play off-man coverage and be effective. In off-coverage zone, Green proves to be a high-instinct player who’s able to understand route combinations to bait quarterbacks and make plays on the football. His skill set offers great instincts, physicality, great IQ and is very effective in press and off man coverage. Green is probably projected to be drafted higher than all the corners I mentioned and he will likely be a day 2 pick.
RB Ray Davis (Kentucky)
Davis can flat out play and should be talked about more. He has great vision, and looks like a natural runner with his ability to be so fluid in between tackles. Another couple traits that stand out are his ability to pick up blitzes in pass protection and great hands as a receiving back. The mix of great vision, elusiveness and speed reminds me of Le’veon Bell.
RB Blake Watson (Memphis)
Watson is an electrifying player and very good in open space. He’s a smart RB who has pure speed and uses the explosiveness to sear through gaps and reach the second level flying. His speed isn’t being talked about enough as he ran a 4.39 40 yard dash time at his pro day. One of Watsons best abilities is catching out of the backfield. He’s a natural pass catcher as he was a former receiver and he will get involved in screen passes, swing passes and can line up in the slot. Watson also has kick return skills and is projected as a later round pick. Watsons talent is undeniable, making him a later round gem bringing tremendous upside to an NFL team in need of a RB.
RB Jase McCellan Alabama
McCellan is a bit overlooked. He might not be the fastest RB but he’s a three down physical back who has good vision and the ability to make defenders miss. Alabama has a tendency at producing great running backs so McCellan can easily pan out to be a productive RB at the NFL level. His pass blocking is also a key part to his game as he was a big reason why Alabama beat Texas A&M this past year. I see a lot of Josh Jacobs in him.
TE Erick All (Iowa)
Erick All has been a guy I’ve been excited about. He will most likely go a bit later in the draft due to the fact that he tore his ACL during the 2023 season. When healthy he’s a fluid runner and has great hands. I said earlier when I talked about the Chargers offseason predictions that LAC should draft him late and I think there is a chance it happens as Justin Herbert needs weapons. Iowa is Tight End University and produces tight ends like no tomorrow. Erick All has good burst and does a good job at being a threat on seam routes consistently. A lot of teams should look to take a chance on him if he does indeed fall to day 3 during the draft.
TE Tanner Mclachlan (Arizona)
Mclachlan is a very athletic Tight End who does a very good job at finishing the soft part of the zone instead of running himself into coverage. The 6’5 tight end uses his height to his advantage and he catches well in traffic and shields the ball from defenders. His long arms makes his catch radius wider and allow him to play bigger than he is. He can use help in the blocking part of his game but Mclachlan has the ability to be a modern day tight end because of his athleticism and great hands.
S Josh proctor (Ohio State)
Proctor spent 6 years at Ohio State. He has the experience to step in right away to play. He’s nothing flashy but coming downhill as a tackler is one of his best traits. He’s also an effective blitzer and is very physical in run support. Proctor has good route recognition and close in speed to be effective with passes defended. He will most likely be drafted around the 6th round and can be a nice depth piece / plug and play option for any team that drafts him.
S Cole Bishop (Utah)
Bishop like Proctor isn’t anything flashy but he’s a hard hitting safety who has a solid foundation in tackling, run support and play recognition. He also has the ability to match up with tight ends and running backs in coverage. Bishop will thrive in playing near the line of scrimmage and play Nickelback. A team I think he’d fit well in is Buffalo as they lost Micah Hyde and Jordan Poyer to free agency. Bishop can play a Jordan Poyer type role on the Bills defense. Maybe not to Poyers level but he’s capable.
S/RB Sione Vaki Utah
“The Swiss Army Knife” from Utah is my favorite sleeper in the NFL draft who I like a lot. His natural position is Safety but he also plays RB and can be a productive receiving back. You can also call him Mr. Versatility! Here is a full breakdown of Vaki:
Height 6’0 Weight 210 2023
Stats (safety): 37 Solo tackles, 1 Interception, 2 Pass defensed & 2 Sacks 2023
Stats (Running back): 42 attempts for 317 yards and 2TDs
He also added 11 receptions for 203 yards and 3 TDs
Abilities:
– Versatility
– Speed and agility
– Toughness
– Can play as the single high defender, in the slot and in the box at safety
– Successful on both sides of the ball
– Good strength to tackle
– Solid run defender and can make plays against quick screens – Good awareness and ball skills
– Does a good job at reading the eyes of the Quarterback
Vaki is probably the most intriguing prospect in the draft due to his versatility. When he runs, he reminds me of D’Andre Swift with his impressive cuts. Vaki might be a later round draft pick but with his skillset and ability to be used in many ways, he can be a great addition to any team that drafts him.
LB Michael Barrett (Michigan)
Barret was a beast for Michigan last year. Barret, who played 6 years at Michigan was a team leader and one of the core players to win a National Championship with the Wolverines. He’s a ferocious competitor and is a ‘sideline to sideline’ defender who is excellent at chasing the football laterally. Barret excels in space as has a fluid mover and has good speed to close in a hurry whether he’s running downhill to tackle the RB or covering receivers in the flat.
LB Dallas Gant (Toledo)
Gant is arguably the most underrated sleeper at LB for the 2024 draft. He’s a serious athlete who has great anticipation and is ferocious against the run. He needs a bit of work on his coverage ability but his versatility to play all three LB positions makes him an intriguing prospect. Gant also has value as a blitzer showing the initial burst to shoot through gaps. As a projected day 3 pick he can be a nice addition for any team.
LB Jontrey Hunter (Georgia State)
Hunter is a former safety who made the switch to LB in 2023. He thrived in the role as a LB and is side to side LB who has excellent ability in coverage/ defending the slot. He will thrive in a role where he is used more as a hybrid LB/Safety which is useful in today’s NFL where offences have become very dominant.
LB Trevin Wallace (Kentucky)
Wallace is a speedy and aggressive LB who has plus level instincts against the run and has an athletic profile to make plays against the pass. Wallace ran an impressive 4.51 40 yard dash time showcasing his ability to be an explosive LB. Wallace is a talented 3 down ILB and has the traits to develop into a productive LB at the NFL level.
QB Michael Pratt (Tulane)
To me, Pratt is underrated and should be talked about more. He has good height for a QB standing at 6 foot 3 and has great arm talent with a mix of athleticism as he has the ability to run. Pratt does a great job in play action and can make throws from a clean pocket and under pressure. Pratts ability to make plays when the pocket breaks down is a skill that’s crucial for the NFL. He’s not the flashiest QB but if he’s developed nicely he definitely has the tools to be a decent starter or reliable backup in the NFL.
EDGE Mohamed Kamara (Colorado State)
Kamara is arguably the biggest sleeper in the draft. He had 29 Solo tackles, 13 sacks, 17 Tackles for loss and 2 Forced Fumbles in 2023. He had great career production as he had 45 TFLs and 30.5 career sacks in college. Kamara Plays with aggression when attacking the block and is also capable of chasing down RBs and QBs. Overall he had a very productive career at Colorado State and if you watched his game against Colorado he was a dominant force. Kamara projects as a day 2-3 pick but his combination of athleticism and aggressive hand usage gives him the advantage of being a steal in the draft and ultimately a productive pass rusher at the NFL level.
DT Dwayne Carter (Duke)
Not too long ago scouts had a 3rd or 4th round grade on Carter which seems crazy to me. Carter is a three down lineman who has great hands off the snap and is a monster on the field. He thrives in being an anchor against the run and exhibits lateral agility enabling him to be effective in outside / zone run plays. Carter projects as a versatile Defensive lineman who can start in a rotational role and eventually develop into a starter at the NFL level.
DT Ruke Orhorhoro (Clemson)
Orhorhoro has tremendous power and is super explosive. He can play anywhere on the defensive line including defensive end. His main problem is being consistent, his tackling ability and fundamentals. But his strengths such as explosive first step and versatility across the defensive line suggest he can be a contributor at the NFL level.
DT Mekhi Wingo (LSU)
Wingo and his fellow LSU mate Maason Smith are both big time sleepers at the DT position. Wingo is only 6’0 but he has great twitch ability to consistently disrupt the pocket and has athleticism to make plays up and down the line of scrimmage. Despite lacking size for the position and having shorter arms, Wingo is a strong run defender and has grown his ability to be an effective pass rusher. He could thrive as a 3-4 DE or a versatile 1 and 3 inside an even front.
IDL Khristian Boyd (Northern Iowa)
Boyd is an intriguing small school prospect. Boyd is physical off the point of attack making him an effective run defender and has shown promise as a pass rusher. Boyd illustrated his strength by doing 38 bench press reps at Northern Iowa’s pro day. He can be a productive nose tackle at the NFL level.
EDGE Austin Booker (Kansas)
Booker has some nice raw talent. He’s an excellent tackler who has solid speed, strength and bend off the rush. Booker has a combination of length and movement skills which can make him have a high ceiling at the NFL level. His biggest knock is lack of experience with only one season of significant playing time making him a very raw prospect. As a day 2 or 3 pick, many teams should be interested in Booker and whoever drafts him needs to be a bit patient with him. Given time to develop I think Booker offers the archetype of a modern day edge rusher and reminds me of Jaelen Phillips (Miami –OLB).
DT Gabe Hall (Baylor)
Hall has strong hands and impressive strength at the point of attack to lock out offensive lineman. Hall didn’t have flashy numbers in 2023 but he showed promise as a pass rusher displaying his swim move. Hall made Bruce Feldman’s 2022 “Freak’s List” – ranked #17. He wrote: “The former high school shot putter, who had six sacks and seven TFLs in 2021, bench pressed 500 pounds, power-cleans 465 pounds, did 750 pounds on the trap bar deadlift and squatted 650 pounds (he could have exceeded these levels hadn’t the BU strength staff stopped him). He also hit 18.2 mph on the GPS.” Hall will likely be a day 3 pick and can contribute on early downs at the NFL level.
DT Maason smith (LSU)
Smith was a beast in 2021 as a true freshman and performed as good as the best DTs in the country. Unfortunately, a year later he tore his ACL and it’s taken him some time to recover from the injury. He had an average season in 2023 but opened eyes at the NFL combine. He has freakish size at 6’6 and 300 pounds. Smith has an explosive first step and shows elite upside as a pass rusher as he has ability to chase down the quarterback. His health is a bit of a concern as his play dropped off after his ACL injury and although he may be a project, the upside with him is something scouts will admire.
DT Keith Randolph Jr (Illinois)
Randolph is a strong tackler with a powerful lower body giving him the ability to hold up the point of attack as a run defender. Randolph Jr plays with a high motor as he can consistently force running backs to bounce outside. Despite his lack of pass rush ability he has good instincts in run defense and can be an early down defender.
LT Javon Foster (Mizzou)
Foster is a projected mid round pick who excels in run blocking and in zone blocking schemes. His pass protection needs some work but he has good size at 6’6 315 pounds, which screams NFL ready. Likely a day 3 pick, Foster will need some more growth for his play to match is upside but overall he’s a raw prospect with fantastic traits that a team will want to gamble on.
OG Mason McCormick (SDSU)
McCormick played at a smaller school but has a ton of playing experience playing a total of 2628 snaps over the past three years. He’s been very reliable as he played 57 consecutive games which is nothing but impressive. In 2023 he played 832 snaps and allowed only 3 hurries, zero hits and zero sacks. McCormick moves extremely well, showing elite potential in run blocking. His draft stock is definitely rising and he will work best in a run blocking scheme giving him potential to be solid starter in the NFL.
RT Isaiah Adams (Illinois)
Adams has nice versatility as he played both Guard positions and both Tackle positions throughout his career in college. He exhibits a powerful/wide frame making him capable of neutralizing the force from run defenders and will block through the whistle. Adams can be a utility piece on the interior offensive line but is suited nicely at the Guard position where he can really display his physicality.
C Bryan Hudson (Louisville)
Hudson is a disciplined offensive lineman that brings a lot of value to the table due to him being versatile. Hudson played all three IOL positions in college. His athleticism and length allow him to fill in the Tackle spot if needed. Louisville ran a zone-blocking scheme in 2021 and 2022 and Hudson thrived in that system. Hudson isn’t just a one trick pony, he adapted to a new “Pro Style” offensive scheme in 2023 which helped him do more than just block in zone schemes and improve his pass protection. Hudson will likely be a later pick in the draft but he can be a later round steal.
C Hunter Nourzad (Penn State)
Nourzad impressed in 2023 as he gave up no sacks on 416 pass blocking snaps. He has great contact balance and brings power and size to the offensive line. One ability that stands out is his ability to pull, showing his agility and range to get out as the lead blocker. Nourzad is a projected late round pick but can be a great depth guy or even potential starter. He has NFL caliber core strength and played against some tough completion in the big 10.
OT Patrick Paul (Houston)
Paul is a very solid pass protector and has nice ability as a run blocker. He’s enormous as he stands 6’8 and weighs 330 pounds. He has the ability to stand high in pass protection and be an anchor. Due to his physical traits and wingspan he slows down defenders making it challenging to get around him. If he can improve a bit as a run blocker he can be an anchor in the NFL for many years.
IOL Cooper Beebe (Kansas State)
Beebe shouldn’t really be listed as a sleeper as he’s arguably in the range from top 5-7 IOL in the class but some rankings have him even lower which surprised me. He is versatile, has a high football IQ and is one of the best pass protecting IOL in the class. One of Bebees best traits is being versatile as he played Left Tackle in 2022. He’s an absolute mauler in the run game and displays his great ability to pull. In 2023 he played 942 snaps and only gave up 7 hurries, 0 hits and only allowed 2 sacks. As a potential day 2 pick, Bebee will most likely thrive as a Guard in the NFL and has potential to become an elite NFL starter.
C Beaux Limmer (Arkansas)
Limmer executes well in both running and pass blocking. Limmer is a high IQ player who is always looking to block something even if he does not have a direct responsibility he will help his teammates in pass protection. Limmer showcased strength to anchor defenders who are rushing with power and is good at preventing the pocket from collapsing. As a run blocker he has a quick first step and is a good enough athlete to work into second level defenders and finish them off through the whistle. He played one year at Center which was this past year and finished 2023 with 809 snaps allowing 9 hurries, 0 hits and 3 sacks on the year. He will be great day 2-3 pick and with proper development he can be an anchor for years to come.
Others:
EDGE Jonah Elliss (Utah)
DL Logan Lee (Iowa)
DL Brandon Dorlus (Oregon)
DT Rylie Mills (Notre Dame)
DT Davin Vann (NC State)
CB Jarius Monroe (Tulane)
CB Lance Robinson (Tulane)
CB Myles Harden (South Dakota)
RB Jayden Shirden (Monmouth)
WR Bub Means (Pittsburgh)
OL KT Leveston (Kansas State)
LB Curtis Jacobs (Penn State)
OL Zach Zinter (Michigan)
QB Devin Leary (Kentucky)
RB Frank Gore Jr (Southern Mississippi)