2025 NFL Free Agency and Draft: CB

The main attraction at the FSU pro day was CB Azareye'h Thomas (4.56-4.60 in the 40, A+ position workout). But another CB also created buzz w/ scouts:

Fentrell Cypress II (6001, 182, 31 3/4 arm)
4.43/1.54, 38 VJ, 10-3 BJ, 6.84 3C

— Dane Brugler (@dpbrugler) March 24, 2025

JustInTime wrote:
I’m guessing we play more zone because we can’t play man. If healthy, Revel looks like a complete stud.

Ditto on Morrison who was highly proficient in either scheme. Best corner I've seen at ND since Todd Lyght. His injury was a real shame because he was a top 10 lock

supafreak84 wrote:

Ditto on Morrison who was highly proficient in either scheme. Best corner I've seen at ND since Todd Lyght. His injury was a real shame because he was a top 10 lock

I see he was cleared about a month ago. Torn labrum in the hip seems pretty catastrophic for a CB.

JustInTime wrote:

I see he was cleared about a month ago. Torn labrum in the hip seems pretty catastrophic for a CB.

Yup, most torn labrum's you see are shoulder injuries not hip injuries. His workout and medicals will be worth monitoring because he's an excellent player otherwise.

You’re not alone. Huzzie is definitely draftable and has upside as a nickel. Wrote this about him after his week of practices at the Shrine Bowl in late January. https://t.co/P7pS7DVHoy pic.twitter.com/GxDaqD8oht

— Jordan Reid (@Jordan_Reid) March 24, 2025

PR is a nice hook.

https://t.co/cDYxSsEdwi

— Tyler Forness (@TheRealForno) March 24, 2025

Recent trend is towards S.

New Draft Crush Takes Center Stage for Vikings https://t.co/nM6IVOxVTO #Vikings #NFL #Skol

— Vikings Territory (@vikingterritory) March 24, 2025

I see the rest of the world is catching up to me.  :cool:

Jahdae Barron: A Full Breakdown 🧵

▫️ All-22 Film
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The Swiss Army Knife that your defense needs. pic.twitter.com/gbY9BJaZga

— NFL Draft Files (@NFL_DF) March 25, 2025

Scouts have been complimentary of #Texas CB Jahdae Barron (5'11", 194) throughout the pre-draft process. Projects as an early starter in the secondary.pic.twitter.com/BlTUzoDJ1I

— Jordan Reid (@Jordan_Reid) March 25, 2025

Interesting how these mocks have shifted over time...

The shift is significant toward safety, which makes sense considering how in limbo the safety room is. Plus, both Starks and Emmanwori play a position that is often devalued in the first round of the NFL Draft.

Things are likely to continue changing, but secondary being the focus is likely to continue.

purplefaithful wrote:
Interesting how these mocks have shifted over time...

The shift is significant toward safety, which makes sense considering how in limbo the safety room is. Plus, both Starks and Emmanwori play a position that is often devalued in the first round of the NFL Draft.

Things are likely to continue changing, but secondary being the focus is likely to continue.

Definitely trending. I just caught it early.  :cool:

JustInTime wrote:

Definitely trending. I just caught it early.  :cool:

It takes me longer to come to clarity lol!

I think I believe this with April just a week away:

Tier 1
First, they would love to take a CB if the right one is there
Second, they would take a DT if the right one is there, not at the expense of a value CB

Tier 2
If the CB or DT they want isnt there, they go RB, S or IOL - take your pick 

Trade scenarios are far to numerous to figure in. 

there, Im at peace till draft night.

purplefaithful wrote:

It takes me longer to come to clarity lol!

I think I believe this with April just a week away:

Tier 1
First, they would love to take a CB if the right one is there
Second, they would take a DT if the right one is there, not at the expense of a value CB

Tier 2
If the CB or DT they want isnt there, they go RB, S or IOL - take your pick 

Trade scenarios are far to numerous to figure in. 

there, Im at peace till draft night.

I’ve got to believe that’s the way the brain trust is thinking too. 

I’d say it’s far more likely the DT they like is there than the CB. Harmon is giving me some KWill vibes. 

If neither is there I think it’s down to S or iOL. Jeremiah has given us a S in two of his three mocks. The nice thing about Starks is he’s played in the slot, out wide, in the box and deep. He could easily be our own Brian Branch. Seeing how BFlo values being able to play multiple positions, I can see the draw. 

Emmanwori is just a complete beast. I think his game would be better suited closer to the ball. Spy. Slot. Dime backer. ST demon (which has been a priority). When Harry is done Emmanwori takes over for Mettelus who slides to Hitman’s spot. I think it’s likely he’s off the board before 24. 

If we go iOL, Booker is just a great fit. Tone setter. Another leader type. Soul snatcher. As we continue towards more gap, man, duo he becomes a hand in glove fit.

Been hearing a lot about CB Nohl Williams. 4th round projection. 6-0, 200 lbs and a ridiculous amount of INTs. 14 in the last two seasons. But if you watch his highlights, you see a lot of pop flies. The first play in this video is one of those. He won't see idiotic passes like that in the NFL. Or will he? Note who throws it. 

East Carolina CB Shavon Revel Since 2023:

🟣 42% Completion Rate Allowed
🟣 3 INTs | 12 PBUs
🟣 57.1 Passer Rating Allowed
🟣 90.5 Coverage Grade@ECUPiratesFB pic.twitter.com/UFRxlqJrMs

— PFF College (@PFF_College) March 26, 2025

Another CB who medicals will be key.

JustInTime wrote:
https://x.com/pff_college/status/1905003262216143101?s=46&t=TjjB9Q4BmOwmN74RrrMjoQ

Another CB who medicals will be key.

Really hope Revel is on our target list in a trade down. You hate to have two corners returning from ACLs, but if he weren't, we wouldn't have a shot at him. 

Had dinner with an ECU alum around the holidays. I brought up Revel. He loves the kid, but he said I was pronouncing his name wrong. It's REvel not reVEL. Damn, missed opportunity. But he can still change it. Didn't Tony DORset become Tony dorSET in the NFL?

MaroonBells wrote:
Been hearing a lot about CB Nohl Williams. 4th round projection. 6-0, 200 lbs and a ridiculous amount of INTs. 14 in the last two seasons. But if you watch his highlights, you see a lot of pop flies. The first play in this video is one of those. He won't see idiotic passes like that in the NFL. Or will he? Note who throws it. 

Him, Fortune, and Alexander are guys I've typically mocked Day 3. Thought he was taller than 6' even.

• Shavon Revel
• Jahdae Barron
• Maxwell Hairston
• Trey Amos
• Azareye’h Thomas
• Benjamin Morrison

Really interested to see how this tier of CBs comes off the board during the draft. Mixed opinions on the order throughout the league.

— Jordan Reid (@Jordan_Reid) March 27, 2025

Interesting. I’ve got Barron as CB2 after Hunter without much question. Maybe he will slide to 24.

Trey Amos feet look so smooth. Clean transitions. No wasted steps. pic.twitter.com/6Po4H2w56b

— Unnecessary Bluntness Owner/Coach/QB (@DuncOnDemand) March 28, 2025

The #Vikings have shown “significant interest” in Jackson State DB Robert McDaniel, per @_RyanFowler_. McDaniel could be a solid day 3 pick for Minnesota.

🎥: @DaOfficialRob pic.twitter.com/7Shkswpkm0

— VikingzFanPage (@vikingzfanpage) March 30, 2025

S/CB Hybrid

Ole Miss/Alabama CB Trey Amos against Xavier Worthy, Brock Bowers, Roman Wilson, and Brian Thomas.

Then just some dope plays at the end. pic.twitter.com/Eyh2n3LxEl

— Hayden Winks (@HaydenWinks) March 31, 2025