If he hits, though, he has the upside to be this class best corner. He has the play speed and agility to do it all. The Saints found a viable replacement for Trey Hendrickson in Payton Turner. If youre willing to overlook that for long-term upside, thats fine. Predicting fantasy football sleepers for the 2021 NFL season. But there are some who could work their way into starting lineups (and fantasy relevance) in relatively short order. Bolton goes to the same defense that drafted Wille Gay Jr. in the same round (2nd) just a year earlier. When it comes to awards, there is only one Oscars for the fantasy football industry. Things do tend to change when you bring in a new defensive coordinator. 1 safety prospect in the Class of 2021. Pete Werner, LB, Saints8. Epenesasaw less than 400 snaps as a rookie. These dynasty rookie rankings balance the likelihood of each rookie player in terms of both immediate fantasy production early on in their careers versus their long-term fantasy ceilings. Smith arrives as a 6'6, 255-pound edge defender in a scheme that's likely to get him a LB designation in fantasy. Highest we'e ever recorded by a collegiate linebacker pic.twitter.com/gcd6lza0gz. We'll see whether his build and skill set add up to NFL starting potential or if he settles in as just a special-teams guy. Gregory Rousseau DE, Buffalo Bills: Before opting out of the 2020 season due to COVID-19, Rousseau piled up a gaudy 15.5 sacks for the Hurricanes in 2019. 1. Christian Barmore, DT, Patriots8. Gary Davenport is a Senior Staff Writer at Fantasy Sharks, an NFL and Fantasy Football Analyst at Bleacher Report and a contributing author and Associate Editor at Football Diehards. Hell also go by the ridiculous pro-day testing numbers that made sure everyone knows about him, including the 99th-percentile 40, 96th vertical, 99th broad jump and 94th 3-cone. But there are also rookies who hit the proverbial jackpot, landing on teams where there is a clear path to snaps (and opportunities to pile up stats) early on. Najee Harris, RB, Steelers. It is our belief that you should take any dynasty IDP rankings or ADP as a singular piece of your draft strategy. Paye tape also reveals a guy who could stand to develop his pass-rushing moves. Barnes arrives with a 71st-percentile speed score (103.6) and lands in a spot where he could quickly compete for a starting job. Dayo Odenigbo, IND-83.0 After ranking 50 of the top IDPs before the draft, its time to revisit those ranks and see how draft capital and landing spots may have affected the rankings. Jamin Davis - OLB, Washington Football Team. So theres a chance Parsons comes cheaper next offseason than this year. 100. The injury kept him out of pre-draft testing. And while the dominant storyline surrounding this year's festivities in Cleveland was the fistful of signal-callers who were drafted in Round 1 (including four in the first 11 picks), there was plenty of drama and intrigue on the defensive side of the ball as well. So its possible he steps right in and fills the void left by edge rusher Matt Judon. The following rankings are based on the scoring laid out below: He was No. Richie Grant profiles well as a starting safety in Falcons defensive coordinator Dean Pees scheme. Rashad Weaver, DE, Titans20. 8. Too much changes from year to year defensively to look too far ahead. If you're looking long term, then any of the Round 1 corners could go 1st among the group. Jones didnt have amazing grades at South Carolina, but compared to the rest of the linebacker room for the Rams, he may as well be Ray Lewis. Still, he's the best of this year's corners. 12 votes, 14 comments. Of course, you dont have to bet against Gay to bet on Bolton. Dallas struggled to apply pressure to opposing quarterbacks last season. But Grant stands out after landing in arguably the best situation for immediate upside. You can follow Gary on Twitter @IDPSharks. Rousseau certainly lands in a nice spot for his development as an NFL player, although it may not be nearly as lucrative as some of the other edge defenders in Year 1. PlayerProfiler also gives Browning a 96th-percentile burst score and 94th-percentile agility score off his athletic testing. Derrick Barnes finds himself in an excellent landing spot with the Lions ripe with opportunity. Azeez Ojulari OLB, New York Giants: Ojulari was widely regarded as a first-round talent before medical concerns caused him to drop into Day 2. The chance to make an impact is there, considering the lack of talent behind Denvers starting safeties. An ideal situation for one of our IDP rookies, Paye joins a defensive line in Indy that is in desperate need of a top-tier edge rusher. The 1st round of the 2021 NFL Draft gave us 6 edge players vs. just 3 off-ball LBs. Gay may still end up being the best coverage linebacker on this team, but Bolton is not necessarily lacking in that regard, having managed a 90.4 coverage grade in 2019 for Mizzou. Without further ado, lets dive into the IDP rookie rankings! Collins brings a lot more to the table than Hicks, as the latter has struggled from a PFF grading perspective since becoming Arizonas starter. However, choosing Tryon over some of the other options on the board, like Azeez Ojulari, felt a bit like a reach given that we haven't seen him play since 2019 when he posted just a 71.9 pass-rush grade.That being said, Tryon joins a pretty . Trevor Lawrence, Jaguars. Jamin Davis, LB, Washington4. The "let's throw it all against the wall and see what sticks" approach clearly enhances the opportunity available to Wallow. 4) Andre Cisco, S, Jacksonville Jaguars. Well see whether that year away impacts his readiness for 2021. Pro Football Network strives to passionately deliver purposeful, captivating, and exceptional football content. 2. Jaycee Horn CB, Carolina Panthers: That a cornerback (even one as talented as Horn) cracks the top seven rookie defensive backs is more an indictment of the safety crop than an endorsement of the first defensive player drafted in 2021. Having played the 2020 season with the likes of Justin Houston, Al-Quadin Muhammad, Denico Autry and Tyquan Lewis as their primary starters on the edge, the Colts were in need of a fresh face to take over for the future. Its hard to imagine Ifeadi Odenigbo or Lorenzo Carter starting over one of the premier pass rushers in this class, so Ojularis ranking doesnt change at all from the pre-draft ranks. He brings above-average speed score (103.8) and delivered tremendous final-season production. 4. Lets get to it with the overall top 40, followed by positional rankings that go 80 deep (25 D-linemen, 30 LBs, 25 DBs) . Jordan Smith, EDGE, Jaguars27. Recent comments from Browns new defensive coordinator Joe Woods seem to indicate that they would like to run more dime personnel this season, which makes sense given the roster. ??? The . Then the Falcons traded back out of the spot in which Denver drafted RB Javonte Williams and made Grant the 2nd safety off the board at Pick 2.08. He snagged 9 INTs and defensed 19 passes over 2 seasons with Oregon before the opt out. ???? He was lightly recruited out of high school -- perhaps because he weight just 190 at the time -- despite earning all-state honors at both TE (1st team) and DE (2nd team) as a senior in Minnesota. Elerson Smith, LB, Giants (likely to move to LB)18. The linebacker-safety hybrid could fill multiple roles for Las Vegas next season. However, if Fangio wants him to be more of an edge rusher, he'll see fewer opportunitiesplaying behind Bradley Chubb and Von Miller. Nick Niemann, LB, Chargers20. 9. Daelin Hayes, EDGE, Ravens26. Nick Bolton has good instincts, downhill speed, and the physicality you want in a linebacker. Carlos Basham Jr., DE, Bills7. He has the potential to positively impact Carolinas press coverage in 2021. Joe Tryon*, TB -71.9. Eric is a Senior Fantasy Analyst for Pro Football Network and a member of the FSWA (Fantasy Sports Writers Association). At 63, 274 pounds, he delivered the edge class 2nd-best speed score (115.2), trailing only Odafe Owehs ridiculous testing. 1. ??? Like Rousseau, Turner looks like hell need a little time to maximize his NFL potential. ??? Grant is not only a great run-defending safety, but he has the coverage ability to play all over the field. Depending on your league scoring and format -- as well as your roster construction -- you could even skip over Paye and the next edge defender for my 5th LB, if youd like. Rashad Weaver, Pitt 21.1% 1 IDP player for 2021? 1) Kwity Paye, DE, Indianapolis Colts2) Jaelan Phillips, DE, Miami Dolphins3) Odafe Oweh, DE, Baltimore Ravens4) Azeez Ojulari, DE, New York Giants5) Gregory Rousseau, DE, Buffalo Bills. Hell have at least a year to work into NFL form behind Jason Pierre-Paul and Shaq Barrett. Copyright 2019-2023. I doubt that Bill Belichick and Nick Saban didnt discuss this before New England traded up for the former Alabama product, so Im not overly concerned. That included a sophomore breakout campaign: 108 tackles, 6 INTs as a new starter. Davis was one of my biggest rookie IDP winners after the NFL Draft, as I have no doubt that he can be an IDP star right away in 2021. 4. Wagner has been one of the most consistent IDPs since entering the league in 2012, but he's dropped a tier - although he's still an LB1. Micah Parsons may be the exception but where he lines up and who drafts him ultimately dictates his value. After the release of Bobby McCain, the picture becomes a little clearer in Miami, as I would expect Holland to play more of the free safety role in Brian Flores defense. Grant has more instances of making first contact with the ball carrier (178) since 2018 than all but one safety in all of college football since 2018. TOP 25 ROOKIE IDP FOR 2021. Horn is a safer option, as is Patrick Surtain II over the long term. Opportunity is crucial when it comes to IDP success, and the opportunity couldnt be greater for the Rams third-round pick. Who are the top linebackers in our IDP rookie rankings for 2021? Talanoa Hufanga S, San Francisco 49ers: Hufanga is something of a throwback playera thumping downhill run-stuffer of a box safety who could even play some subpackage linebacker. 24.0% pass-rush win-rate (1st among SEC defenders) I no longer see a reason to reach for Basham ahead of other edge players in this range. But Davis should quickly earn full playing time. This is essentially what Ossai also brings to the table. He is still a great player and should see the field plenty as a rookie, but he gets pushed down the list here because other safeties are in better spots to produce. Ronnie Perkins, NE-81.1 Parsons then opted out last season. Theres no reason for Addison or Hughes to play over 600 snaps again this year, considering theyre both well into their 30s. Therefore, Micah Parsons is a rare talent who should immediately slot in as an every-down player with the Cowboys. But he tore his Achilles in pre-draft workouts, so his rookie year will likely be truncated at best. But concerns about a transition to inside linebacker drop him to the back end of a tightly-packed top tier of linebackers. Basham to Buffalo was my ideal fit when writing up the pre-draft rankings of this defensive line class; I just hadnt envisioned them also drafting Gregory Rousseau. 5. The Broncos have significantly increased their blitzes every season under Vic Fangio, and Browing can be a weapon for Denver in 2021. Collins stands 6-5, 260 and delivered a 105.3 speed score (70th percentile for the position). Azeez Ojulari, NYG-89.4 That spot afforded just half playing time or less to Alex Anzalone over the past couple of years. ED JOE TRYON, TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS. Are there a couple of Round 2 options ready to outperform their earlier-drafted classmates? Updating and adapting in real time. 5. Micah Parsons OLB, Dallas Cowboys: Between his opting out in 2020 and the presence of Smith and Vander Esch in Dallas, there's some risk involved in drafting Parsons. Surtain looks like he has the toughest path to an immediate top-3 role among the first 3 CBs drafted. Rousseau showed plenty of promise in his lone full season of college action. Instead he went 3rd at the position, at Pick 11 of Round 2. Goodson reached 52%. Only Bostic saw full-time duty for more than 6 games last season. After those two, the door is wide open for Tryon to prove his worth. But the latter position stands out as the strength this year for fantasy purposes. By DS Staff 10:05am EDT 5/4/21. 2020 third-rounder Zack Baun also figures to claim more edge snaps, with Trey Hendrickson gone to Cincinnati. But there frankly isn't a ton of difference between how these first-year players slot in dynasty IDP leagues and how they would in redraftsat least in this writer's opinion. In two years as the Cardinals starter, Hicks has finished below a 60.0 grade in all major defensive categories (overall, run defense, pass-rush, coverage). He doesnt profile as a Week 1 starter, but Adebo has the potential to become a key component of the Saints defense down the road. We already know that Parsons is a high-upside athlete. Turner does not lack in size, though, and getting to work behind some strong talents like Cameron Jordan and Marcus Davenport will help him get up to NFL speed as he likely starts his NFL career in more of a part-time role. I dont think there is a safety in this class who is in a better position to produce as a rookie than Grant, especially when you consider his draft capital and the Falcons' depth chart. He played in 24 games at Syracuse, recording 136 total tackles (94 solo) and 13 interceptions. Dayo Odeyingbo, DE, Colts10. Also, continue to visitPro Football Networkfor NFL news and in-depth analysis while also visiting our fantasy football section for more coverage andup-to-date rankings. Patrick Jones II, DE, Vikings11. The Cowboys might well decline the 5th-year option on LVE -- well find out this month -- given his health issues. Here's a no-nonsense set of rankings. Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoahs skill set is perfect for the NFL. Id expect Rousseau to see about 400-500 snaps this season and increase from there in 2022. Best of all for his outlook, Ogundeji landed in a Falcons defense that desperately needs edge-rushing help. Rice was solid in coverage and in run defense in his final college season, posting 70.4 grade and 77.9 grades, respectively. Odafe Oweh, BLT 86.2 Perceived values can swing quickly even in this long-term market, though. He is expected to be an instant contributor in Washington defensive coordinator Jack Del Rios defense. Watch the show here: https://t.co/xzQ2IcejBt, Kyle Odegard (@Kyle_Odegard) April 30, 2021. Zaven Collins - ILB, Arizona Cardinals. That included 10.5 -- 5.5 sacks -- in just 6 games in 2020. Ja'Marr Chase, Bengals. The LB class, on the other hand, arrives with only the question of draft capital. That would leave a pretty decent opportunity for Rice to take advantage of, should he prove his worth in a limited role in 2021. I'll also exclude cornerbacks from these rankings. 4. 4. ???? Barnes tied for 6th in all of FBS with 6.7 solo tackles per game last season. 1 Prospect in the Country in 2020, and he paid off immediately, but he has missed some time the past two seasons. Gregory Rousseau has all the physical tools and pass-rushing skills to play a high number of snaps as a rookie. The battles for playing time on the Vikings D-line in 2021 will be interesting. If I were Rousseau, Id be a little nervous. Jonathon Cooper, OSU 20.8% Campbell probably faces the toughest road to immediate starter duty. He was also no slouch last time he saw the field: 109 tackles, 14 tackles for loss, 5 sacks, 4 forced fumbles, 5 passes defensed for Penn State in 2019. 4. Starting with South Carolina cornerback Jaycee Horn (who went eighth overall to the Carolina Panthers) and concluding with Houston linebacker Grant Stuard (this year's "Mr. As a result, Barnes will be competing for a three-down role. The 2021 IDP class is very deep and with the correct landing spot, many could be instant contributors. Eric Stokes, CB, Packers39. With that in mind, and assuming a fairly common scoring setup that favors tackles, here's a breakdown of the top 10 rookies at each of the three main IDP positionsand a listing if the top 25 IDPs overall in 2021. Kwity Paye has a clear path to be the Colts starter in Week 1. Detroit jettisoned LB Jarrad Davis this offseason and currently has Jahlani Tavai and Jalen Reeves-Maybin penciled into starting roles. 23 defensive stops (2nd among draft-eligible safeties) ?82.5 overall grade (1st among Pac-12 DIs) Basham was one of the most productive edge rushers in college compared to the rest of his peers in this class and a player who always felt perfect for the Bills. Please note that we have no control over how frequently the experts update their rankings. 2. Preparing for your 2022 dynasty fantasy football IDP drafts is an important aspect of IDP fantasy football. The good news for Jones is that other than Danielle Hunter, the Vikings edge rushers arent exactly elite, so the opportunity for snaps is there if he can grab them. Irrelevant"), scores of young pass-rushers, linebackers and defensive backs now know where they will begin their professional careers. ?31 total pressures (1st among Pac-12 DIs) At the least, Parsons looks like the worst bet for an immediate full-time role among my top 4 LBs. Odeyingbo delivered 20 tackles for loss in 20 games over the past 2 seasons. And his 9.98 Relative Athletic Score not only led all LBs in this class, but nearly reached the scales limit (10.00). While defensive line rooms can become crowded, I dont think this one will remain crowded for long, as Rousseau has the physical tools and pass-rushing skills to find his way onto the field in 2021. O n fantasy football calendars, rookie drafts are still taking place. He should slot as a Week 1 starter opposite Emmanuel Ogbah on the edge, although positional eligibility as a defensive lineman could be an issue with some IDP providers. K.J. #IDP How the Rd.1 EDGEs stack up against each other (THREAD)@PFF pass-rush grade since 2019: 1. But the big guy also grabbed 4 INTs in just 8 contests last year and finished as Pro Football Focus top-graded coverage LB. The former Gamecock grabbed just 2 INTs across 3 college seasons but defensed 25 passes in 30 contests. Still, the former Bulldogs star appears to have all the tools necessary to be an impactful 3-4 rush linebacker in the pros. Richie Grant S, Atlanta Falcons: Grant wasn't the first defensive back drafted in 2021. If this ends up being true, Barnes will rise up the ranks. While it may not be an every-down role or even a full-time box role, I believe the Browns will get Owusu-Koramoah in positions to succeed as much as possible, similarly to how the Panthers utilized Jeremy Chinn as a rookie. Onwuzurike excels in run defense with great play strength, hand placement, and block recognition. 7. Janarius Robinson, DE, Vikings13. But Perkins will be worth tracking after he notched 32 tackles for loss across 3 seasons at Oklahoma. 3. Jaelan Phillips, Miami 20.4%#FFIDP. He certainly wins on athletic profile. Cisco can fill that void immediately. As a former off-ball linebacker for Texas, Ossai has strong run-defense chops and has been honing his craft as an edge rusher as well, earning an 80.5 pass-rush grade in his first full season on the edge in 2020. Basham was the 2nd edge defender Buffalo drafted this year, but he looks like the more ready to deliver numbers quickly. He is likely to open the season as the starter next to Anthony Hitchens. Tennessee obviously felt comfortable enough to take him in Round 1, and Im not worried about the risk for dynasty purposes. LB50. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, please call 1-800-GAMBLER. #IDP Day Two EDs (THREAD)@PFF pass-rush grade since 2019: 1. He showed in his lone starting season at Kentucky that he can convert the elite athleticism into production: 102 tackles, 1.5 sacks, 3 INTs. The prototypical safety for todays NFL can tackle and cover, and thus, should be an instant contributor for Las Vegas in 2021. The Bills have two (older) starters set on the edge of their defense right now in Mario Addison and Jerry Hughes. On the field, Phillips delivered 15.5 tackles for loss and 8 sacks in 10 games in his lone Miami season. Assuming he's 100 percent by Week 1, the depth chart in front of Cisco isn't exactly loaded. Rice posted a 65th-percentile speed score (101.4) in pre-draft testing, though, and then landed in a good situation for opportunity. 6. Divine Deablo S, Las Vegas Raiders: At 6'3" and 226 pounds, Deablo is actually a bigger player than Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah, although he's slated to play strong safety in Las Vegas. Fantasy fans all know the names of the top rookies selected in the 2021 NFL Draft, including Trevor Lawrence, Najee Harris, Ja'Marr Chase, and Kyle Pitts (to name a . The deepest defensive positions in this class are edge defenders and cornerbacks. It is home to most of the national government buildings of the Republic of China (Taiwan), including the Presidential Office, the Executive Yuan, the Control Yuan, the Legislative Yuan, the Judicial Yuan and various government ministries. Ojulari brings NFL speed off the edge and perhaps the best pass-rushing hands in this entire class. Rookie SuperFlex and IDP Combo Rankings 2021. Here are the top-50 Dynasty Rookie Rankings for skill-position players for dynasty enthusiasts to consider as the 2022 NFL and fantasy season is now open for business. Monty Rice, LB, Titans13. Throughout the article, Ill provide my reasoning and rationale for the top 10 dynasty options at each IDP fantasy position group: DL, LB, and DB. The Dolphins' defensive back room is one of the more crowded positional groups for any team in the NFL at the moment. Bresee was 247 Sports' No. Chris Rumph, Duke- 26.2% Zaven Collins ILB, Arizona Cardinals: Collins is an athletic freak who has drawn comparisons to Brian Urlacher, and he could easily wind up the top rookie LB from this class. Heading into a dynasty rookie draft that includes superflex and IDPs? idp dynasty rookie rankings2021. 2021 Strength of . Who's the No. The Panthers were the best possible fit for Jaycee Horn. Other sites will tell you they won some outlier award in which only 9 other sites entered. His pass-rush skills could still use some work, even though hes been very productive over the past two college seasons. The most exciting time of the year for dynasty fantasy football managers is the rookie draft. I believe we will see Parsons rush the passer quite a bit this season. 5. A Giants defense weak at the edge-rushing spots presents immediate playing opportunity. 7 Public Market, Rochester, NY 14609 | 833-333-7238, Type in the box above or press ESC to close. Browns decision makers said they were surprised to have a shot at him in Round 2 -- where they moved up to get him -- and most observers shared that shock. Tarron Jackson, DE, Eagles21. Patreon. Quickly find the free-agent gems, pull the trigger on the perfect trade & make the right start/sit decisions. Talanoa Hufanga is known for his aggressive playstyle. Too Early 2023 Redraft Rankings. PFF graded him the top pass-rusher in the country among all draft-eligible interior linemen. The Cowboys defense was among the worst in the NFL last season; for a team looking to win now, theres no reason that they should be limiting Parsons snaps as a rookie. There's certainly a chance he becomes just another lackluster LB in Cleveland. But Robinson brings a 71st-percentile speed score at 6'5, 266 pounds. PFFs Mike Renner even included Oweh to Baltimore as one of his best player fits from the 2021 draft, and I couldnt agree more. Hamsah Nasirildeen S, New York Jets: This ranking comes with a sizable caveatthe Jets have stated that Nasirildeen will switch to WILL linebacker at the NFL level. 8. Derrick Barnes, LB, Lions12. While he will get on the field because of this, its not exactly the most lucrative position to line up in for fantasy purposes. The third-round pick out of Georgia has a strong chance to see the field for the Titans it just might be in 2022. Owusu-Koramoah looks like the best bet to lead the 2021 crew in playing time. #IDP New Cincinnati EDGE, Joseph Ossais 2020 numbers: ??? 55 and play the MIKE LB role https://t.co/v5YN9NtI4Y, The Lions Wire (@thelionswire) May 5, 2021, #IDP New Lions DT, Levi Onwuzurike's numbers from 2019 (per @PFF): (2020 opt-out), ??? ??? While the health concerns have since been refuted by the player, there are still minor concerns about how he might fit into the Browns defense this season. "Latest Update" refers to when we last checked for revised rankings. #IDP Highest coverage grade from draft-eligible safeties in 2020 (per @PFF): 1. This is the part of the fantasy draft calendar dominated by dynasty leagues, whether it's rookie drafts or startups. Kareem Jackson isn't getting any younger in the Mile High City. 5. JOK is the big-name newbie at LB for the Browns, but this 5th-round pick also landed in the crowd of lackluster/unproven talent that is the Cleveland LB corps. 8 Joseph Ossai DE, Cincinnati Bengals: Ossai began his collegiate career at Texas as an off-ball linebacker before transitioning to edge-rusher in 2020. Milton Williams DT, Philadelphia Eagles: Williams is as well-known for the draft-room kerfuffle that followed his third-round selection as anything he did while at Louisiana Tech. Going to the Saints gives him room to develop, with Cameron Jordan and Marcus Davenport locked in as DE starters. Carlos Basham is a first-round talent who the Bills were able to select in Round 2. Britt, LB, Buccaneers28. Oweh possesses the athletic tools to succeed in the NFL, even if he is still a bit raw as a pass-rusher. Hell also bring versatility to the 49ers defense, which is excellent for Hufangas fantasy value. But a quick glance at the Falcons depth chart shows that he'll most likely be a starter out of the gateand that's all that really matters. ??? Holland was the first safety selected in the 2021 NFL Draft and is one of the most versatile defensive backs in the class. Over the past 5 years, only Montez Sweat has posted a better speed score among edge prospects. Jones led Pittsburgh in tackles for loss (12) as a junior and then posted 9 sacks as a senior to lead a Panthers defense with fellow draftee Rashad Weaver back (from an ACL tear). Goldy, Freeman, and Alonso finished second, third, and fourth in Razzball's player . Mosley. He's good enough in coverage to play, he'll be targeted a lot opposite Marshon Lattimore and the 6'1", 198-pounder can tackle. 1) Jevon Holland, S, Miami Dolphins2) Richie Grant, S, Atlanta Falcons3) Divine Deablo, S, Las Vegas Raiders4) Andre Cisco, S, Jacksonville Jaguars5) Trevon Moehrig, S, Las Vegas Raiders. Drafting a talent like Barmore in defensive tackle-required leagues is a nice advantage to have for years to come at one of the more volatile positions. Baron Browning provides the Broncos with a player who could play inside or outside LB due to his athleticism. Nasirildeen is built in a very similar mold to Sherwood a big-bodied safety who can almost certainly play linebacker full-time if needed. ***DOWN*** 17. Sherwood might have been listed as a safety coming into this draft, but almost all reports from the Jets so far have him listed as a linebacker. Davis also followed Parsons off the NFL Draft board, but Davis faces the clearer path to immediate playing time. He accumulated 8 sacks and 15.5 tackles for loss last season at the University of Miami. 100. Barmore and his elite pass-rushing tools from the inside should translate well to the NFL. This has been a common thorn in the side of IDPers for a very long time. Rice's stat production didn't stand out across 4 years at Georgia. His biggest line came in 2019: 125 tackles, 18 TFLs, 3.5 sacks. It is important to form your own opinions by watching film and studying each player, rather than just taking someone else . The 4th-round pick delivered the 18th-best relative athletic score ever among DEs. Heading into a dynasty rookie draft (1 QB) that includes IDPs? He is a versatile threat who terrorizes offenses up all over the field. Max Roberts, Boston College 22.9% Snaps are likely to be few and far between for Basham in Year 1, but if he can produce like he did in college, even on a limited opportunity, he can become a name were all familiar with sooner rather than later. Farley comes with big injury questions. Despite waiting until Round 2 to address the position, the Giants landed a guy that some evaluators deemed the best pass-rusher in this class. With that being said, here are my initial 2021 IDP Rookie Rankings. $6/month thereafter, billed semi-annually, one-click cancel anytime. 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