All Rights Reserved. Take, for example, this 84-yard house call against the Packers on Christmas Day. 2 / 10 : #JAXvsHOU on CBS Has over 2,000 kick return yards and 6 TDs between Troy and Houston. He wasnt particularly elusive as a receiver at Michigan (32 forced missed tackles on 143 receptions, per Pro Football Focus), was caught before the end zone frequently (nine career receiving touchdowns), and he only caught seven contested passes on 35 contested targets, according to PFF. He started all 14 games for the Wolverines, and was a star in doing so. A case could be made that Turner regressed in 2022. Viewed as the No. He also forced 45 missed tackles in three seasons, including 18 last year. This is also a former five-star recruit who ranked as the second-best player in Louisiana out of high school in 2020. 4. Please check your email for a confirmation. What you see with Addison is what youll get in the NFL and thats more than enough for coaches. Its more like a cherry on top. Michigan coaches insist that his testing numbers were better than ever last summer, so Bell could help his draft stock at the Combine. Ty Montgomery -Montgomery is dealing with an injury so might not be ready to go but he was the favorite both to play the James White role and to return kicks for New England. However, one position that has had some true game changers is the kick returner position. He is a high-floor prospect with plenty of in-game proof for a top program. He showed the league just how dangerous he could be with this end-around against the Bears that went for a 46-yard touchdown. Headlining at the top of the Top 10 NFL Punt Returners 2021-2022 Rankings is Jakeem Grant who split time with both the Miami Dolphins and Chicago Bears over the course of the 2021 NFL schedule. Rondale Moore -Right now Greg Dortch is looking like the return guy but Moore should get a couple of shots to return punts throughout the years. 54 prospect in the draft in the eyes of both the NFL Mock Draft Database and The Athletics consensus big board. But before a new wave of talent hits the league, NFL.com rolled out We also look at the key storylines facing each player ahead of the event. Last season, the Patriots returner recorded 309 punt return yards on 26 punt returns. 54 on Feldmans Freaks List thanks to his over 40-inch vert, 11-foot broad, and sub-4.35 40-yard dash. So Pollard might not be a lock for those duties this year. Yes, its a point for every 10 yards rushing/receiving while its two points for every 10 return yards. The most recent report was that Dax Milne will likely now return both with Gibson back in line to start at running back. Michigan says Turner ran a 4.28 last summer, but even a 4.35 would have scouts taking another look at Turner as a second-round option. Drops werent a problem for him in college, he makes a surprising number of contested catches for someone of his stature and he can break arm tackles. With the NFL Draft all-star games in the review mirror and the Scouting Combine on the horizon, many changes could be coming to mock drafts. His personal-best 200-meter time of 20.14 seconds would have been good enough for sixth place at the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. Addison thrived catching passes from Caleb Williams, cementing his status as a future first-round pick. Mecole Hardman could also have a bigger role with Tyreek Hill gone and he could return punts. Hes just too explosive not to. : #MIAvsBAL on CBS Kenny Pickett | Pitt 2. Offensive lineman Olu Oluwatimi No. But if he can return or participate in even some drills, it will be a chance for Schoonmaker to prove critics wrong about his athleticism. How high could Brandon Powell have landed on the list of the best punt returners in the NFL had he recorded more punt returns. There are few centers in the draft class who possess his combination of experience, polish, strength and on-field proof. But a name has emerged in camp as a threat to both - KaVontae Turpin. : Stream on NFL+ https://t.co/MP9EUziAkY pic.twitter.com/FKEmdtJLaN. Would you like to see the Seahawks select Marcus Jones with their 3rd round pick (#72 overall)? He appeared in three games, but only managed 43 receiving yards before sitting out the College Football Playoff to prepare for the pre-draft process. Brian Robinson Jr., RB, Alabama: 1,343 yards rushing, 14 touchdowns | 296 yards receiving, 2 touchdowns Robinson waited for his opportunity and made the most of it. John Reid: $0. You might have a limited number of WR spots which gives him additional value. Before Chicago's defense even knew what was happening, Watson was halfway to the house. Lamar Jackson heaved one toward him downfield, and Jackson reached 21.72 mph before laying out for a diving catch late in the fourth quarter of Baltimore's 28-27 loss in Jacksonville. Over the course of the NFL schedule, Igwebuike recorded 28 total kick returns for 697 total yards. Once he creates that little cushion and the football is in his hands, you see the elusiveness that made him an effective kick returner. Tony Pollard - Tony Pollard has been a solid kick returner, even taking one back for a touchdown last year. And, as mentioned in the intro, only Tre Brown is signed beyond this season. 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Washington earned 3rd team All-Big Ten honors and 2nd team All-Big The Eagles ( Q. Demps, E. Hobbs, D. Jackson , J. Maclin) Last season the Eagles had one of the best return games in the NFL, behind the kick returning of Quintin Demps (1314 yards and 1 touchdown) and rookie punt returner DeSean Jackson (440 yards and 1 touchdown). However, the unrefined route-running ability, a high drop rate and some issues versus stronger cornerbacks might limit him early in his NFL career. Unfortunately, Jakeem Grant will miss this season with an Achilles injury but there are a lot of other options out there. He earned honorable mention All-Big Ten for his efforts, then got even better as a senior. His ability to make opposing defenders miss on punt returns helped him to the 200-yard mark finishing with 201 punt return yards on just 15 punt returns. Despite the high number of punts, McCloud still managed to finish the season ranked 7. in the NFL with a 9.7 average punt return per return mark. For an optimal experience please rotate your device to portrait mode. Sadly, my gut tells me that my draft crush on the UWs Kyler Gordon is also going to be unrequited. You can email us at any time at: support@fantasyalarm.com. . Michigan defensive end Aidan Hutchinson remains the top-ranked prospect on the latest big board from ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr. ahead of the 2022 NFL draft. Campbell claimed the fastest speed in the 2022 season with his a 26-yard rush during the Colts' Week 18 matchup vs. the Texans. Even if he doesnt hit those times in the pre-draft process, being in the ballpark will ensure he has one of the better combinations of on-film success and athleticism of any cornerback in this years draft. Rank below to be added in the Power Rankings. In addition, Harris ranked tied with a handful of other punt returners with two punts returns over 20 yards and 8th overall in punt return average per return (9.5) among all returners with at least 15 punt returns. Starting this week, hundreds of young players will compete to post times that impress scouts, coaches and fans alike. Only thing holding the Chiefs wide receiver and punt returner from that higher ranking is the limited number of returns during the 2021 NFL season. Athletically, Rice is limited for his size. And to Moodys credit, he was remarkably consistent for two seasons in a row. As this list concerns 2022, I think he could continue to ascend with his dynamic returns. However, the route-running, explosiveness in the open field and soft hands mean he could become the No. Felton was busy in 2021 for the Browns posting the second most punt returns in the NFL (32) while only recording two fair catches. Helping Smith in addition to freak athleticism was his high snap count (632 snaps) and improved consistency, as well as his vocal leadership and the ringing endorsement of his role by Michigans NFL-connected coaches. Note: The music thats overlaid on the first video isnt suitable for some environments. After winning the Biletnikoff Award in 2021, Jordan Addison took his talents to USC to partner up with Caleb Williams. There may be no greater weapon on a football field than pure speed. His reported 3-cone time of 6.29 seconds is also .01 seconds off of the NFL Draft Combine record. Kevin Hanson is contributing mock drafts and position rankings to The MMQB during the 2022 NFL draft season. WebSenior Bowl practices begin on Feb. 1, and it's a loaded roster this year, with six of the top seven 2022 quarterbacks in attendance, along with a few other potential first-round picks. The New York Jets kick returner finished the season with 28 kick returns and 852 kick return yards while leading the NFL in average kickoff return. Though it was also said he isstill in the mix. Rogers is entering the 2022 campaign ranked as one of the top quarterbacks in the SEC. But when it comes to future top-50 NFL Draft picks, those kind of players are expected to disrupt any scheme at any time at the college level. 2023 NFL Mock Draft: Lions snag Anthony Richardson early in first round; Colts trade up to No. He was an immediate hit in Ann Arbor, impressing coaches and teammates by learning the playbook before spring practices began, then showed the work ethic and leadership that made him an alternate captain in his first and only season in Ann Arbor. For an optimal experience please rotate your device to portrait mode. CB Marcus Jones, Houston When he gets loose in the open field, it's a terrifying sight for defenders. Hell also likely get asked a bit about his openness to playing in different roles and positions in the NFLs variety of defensive schemes. In that league guys who returned both last year, like Jakeem Grant, were better than a lot of the guys in the WR2 or RB2 range. Fan Rankings is a registered trademark of Fan Rankings LLC. He's projected to be a wide receiver/kick returner in the NFL. It is arguably the most important drill at the annual NFL Combine and certainly one of the most popular among fans. In his career, Bell caught 143 or 228 targets, for 2,253 receiving yards and nine touchdowns. One of longest plays of the 2022 season also featured one of the fastest top speeds. His speed and shiftiness help him force a lot of incompletions, even if he doesnt explicitly get his hand on the ball. He started eight games for Michigan in 2021, allowing 26 completions on 59 targets, 267 passing yards and two touchdowns with two interceptions and nine pass breakups. Despite the high number of punts, McCloud still managed to finish the season ranked 7th in the NFL with a 9.7 average punt return per return mark. There were 3 things that almost gave the #Lions an 86 yard punt return for a TD:(1) Kalif Raymonds jab step to the right(2) Godwin Igwebuikes block(3) Dean Marlowes blockAnd 1 big that stopped it:(1) 6 255 lbs punter Pressley Harvin III#OnePride pic.twitter.com/PcHMQjVQv1. That, along with his 852 total kick return yards (3rd in the NFL), earned him first-team All-Pro honors as a kick returner. He actually returned both a kick and punt for touchdowns in a preseason game this offseason. The Combine offers Robbins a chance to show scouts how his leg compares to the other draft-candidate punters. Interestingly, it was the shortest play in this top-10 list, and it was one of only two plays in the top 10 that didn't go for a touchdown. 102 overall prospect in the NFL Mock Draft Database. Duvernay finished last season tied with Khalil Herbert for 7. in the NFL in average kick return yards per return with 24.1 per return. As Devin Duvernay slowly transitions into a playmaker at the receiver position, the former Texas Longhorns star has become one of the best kick returners in the NFL. This year there are rumors of an Alexander Mattison trade that could move him up the depth chart. Berrios finished the 2021 NFL season ranked 3rd in the NFL in average punt returns, posting a 13.4 total mark. Add in that his 6-foot, 180-pound frame is on the smaller side of NFL cornerbacks, and it may be hard for an NFL team to justify drafting Turner over either a more polished cornerback, or higher-ceiling one. Hardman finished the season with only 13 total punt returns but managed to average 12.1 yards per return and 157 total punt returns. There might not be a player Michigan coaches would recommend to NFL teams harder this draft cycle than Bell, and history shows that Jim Harbaughs word carries weight with NFL teams. In his third year with the New Orleans Saints during the 2021 NFL schedule, Deonte Harris (formerly Deonte Harty) continued to prove he was a solid punt returner as well as wide receiver and kick returner. Unfortunately it was nullified by a holding penalty against Chiefs. Renfrow finished the 2021 NFL season with 31 total punt returns while averaging 9.8 yards per return. A former Vols' assistant named New York Jets' wide receivers coach. Of course, Johnston also checks off the height-weight-speed boxes with absurd athleticism for his size. Voted a team captain preseason, Smith finished the season with 48 tackles, 2.5 tackles for loss, half a sack, a forced fumble, 25 quarterback pressures and 27 run stops. But beyond the positional obstacle, Robbins yards per punt average of 42.3 yards wont jump off the page to NFL scouts, and actually ranked 69th in the country last season. He also drilled two of more than 50 yards in the East-West Shrine Bowl in front of scouts for every team in the league. He actually returned both a kick and punt for touchdowns in a preseason game this offseason. The top 10's biggest surprise came from the 36-year-old Jackson, who reemerged with the Ravens for several weeks midway through the season. In that league guys who returned both last year, like. Even though we'll never know for sure who the fastest man in NFL history is, there seems to be no doubt that Hill is near the top. Ray Ray McCloud -McCloud is one of the premier return guys in the league which is why San Francisco scooped him up on a two year deal with almost $3 million guaranteed (a decent chunk for a return guy). While Morriss draft floor seems fairly high, he doesnt appear to possess the explosive athleticism of an edge rusher who rockets up draft boards. Just missing the Top 10 NFL Kick Returners in 2021, is the Chicago Bears running back and 2021 NFL draft pick Khalil Herbert.if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'fanrankings_com-box-4','ezslot_6',125,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-fanrankings_com-box-4-0'); Herbert who put together a solid season at the running back position also put together a strong kick return resume. Duvernay got his team off to the perfect start in Week 2 with a 103-yard kickoff Stout was extremely effective in pinning opponents inside the 20-yard line while Just missing the Top 10 NFL Kick Returners in 2021, is the Chicago Bears running back and 2021 NFL draft pick Khalil Herbert. 2023 NFL Draft running back rankings: Bijan Robinson tops loaded class of RB prospects, 2023 NFL salary cap tracker: Where all 32 teams stand right now, NFL offense rankings: Reviews and outlook heading into 2023 offseason, Ranking NFL stadiums 2023: Best and worst stadiums in NFL, Grading NFL coaching hires 2023: Grades and rankings for every NFL head coach hiring, Highest-paid college football coaches 2023: Josh Heupel, Matt Rhule cash in, Fastest 40 yard dash: Fastest NFL player in 2022, fastest players in NFL history, Best college football stadiums 2023: Ranking the NCAA best and biggest stadiums. AP MVP: Aaron Rodgers. @BreeceH However, there are two concerns that really prevent Johnston from being viewed as an elite receiver prospect. Hester has five career kick return touchdowns, 14 punt return touchdowns (first all time) and ranks 10th in all-time yards per punt return. Now, despite my unbridled optimism and fan-boy crush, I dont for a second think that Seattle will use the #9 pick on Ahmad Gardner. A six-year player at Michigan, Robbins started a few games at punter as a true freshman, lost a season to injury, lost his starting job to Will Hart in the interim, then came back and was a three-time honorable mention All-Big Ten punter. Returners WR Jaylen Waddle, Alabama, 5-9, 180 pounds Combination of speed and twitch isnt just dangerous on deep passes. With that said, here is our list of the Top 10 NFL Punt Returners 2021-2022 Rankings. Unless youre in love with Ahmad Gardner (which I am) or Derek Stingley Jr. (which I am not). Breece Hall does it again! But in 2022, he allowed just 11 pressures none sacks in 357 pass-blocking snaps. Few players helped their NFL Draft stock more at the Senior Bowl than Nathaniel Tank Dell. FOX pic.twitter.com/AdF348mI6W. Addisons route tree will be diverse as a rookie, eliminating a massive part of the learning curve for first-year NFL receivers. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. Needless to say, Zay Flowers could surpass everything his fellow alums did. But a name has emerged in camp as a threat to both - KaVontae Turpin. While undersized, he is a very good athlete who plays with balance, flexible hips, and explosive burst. He made the Pro Bowl last year as a return man. Herbert finished the season tied for 7th in average kick return posting a mark of 24.1 yards per return. He recorded 316 yards after the catch, 38 first downs and just five drops, and recorded multiple receptions in Michigans final 13 games of the season. Hyatt is very raw as a route runner and NFL cornerbacks will have little trouble adjusting his routes because of his thin frame. The Seahawks will need a new starting center in 2023 following Blythes announcement. When plays break down, hes more than willing to come back toward his quarterback to help create a play. That is the case with Nwangwu who was the only player in the NFL to post two kickoff return touchdowns. He also proved adept at making defenders miss, generating 19 missed tackles alone this past season, per PFF. As a junior in 2022, he had a modest 611 yards for an average of 13.3 yards per catch, with 2 TDs. So Pollard might not be a lock for those duties this year. It is unknown just how many drills he will participate in, but offering competitive numbers to what Michigan reported will reignite Smiths draft buzz. Cornerback may not be the first position you think of when you think about the Seahawks current needs heading into the 2022 NFL Draft. Only three players in the NFL had at least four punt returns of at least 20 yards with Gunner Olszewski being one of those three. Downs is a YAC monster, using his footwork and separation ability to create an immediate target for the quarterback seconds after the snap. Former Tennessee wide receiver and returner Velus Jones Jr. was ranked by Kiper Jr. as the fifth best returner in the 2022 NFL draft. A case could be made that no player in the country has a bigger opportunity at the Combine than Smith. He was named honorable mention All-Big Ten for the season. Justin Coleman: $152,500. Who is the best wide receiver in the 2023 NFL Draft? Over the season Agnew posted 525 total kick return yards after averaging 23.9 yards per kick return for the Jaguars. Buffalo and Atlanta are two other teams with big named return men who give their offense an edge by setting them up with good field possession. Arizona Cardinals: Trent McDuffie, CB, Washington 24. Last season, NFL kickers made a combined 71.1 percent of their attempts between 50-59 yards, and an average of 8.2 were made across the league each week. Tre Brown: $480,498. 1 in draft class Punt return grade ranking: No. Nice little value boost. See exclusives Sportsnaut videos on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok. Offensive linemen dont get drafted off of their 40-yard dash time, but Hayes showing good bend and quickness could help sell NFL teams on his long-term potential. will miss this season with an Achilles injury but there are a lot of other options out there. Speed cant be taught and what Tyler Scott brings to the table is tough for any of his peers in the 2023 NFL Draft to match. The Baltimore Ravens All-Pro returner put together a brilliant punt return season together while also being a key kick returner in the NFL. Though Schoonmaker doesnt have any red flags as a prospect, he did take five years and a season-ending injury to a teammate to carve out a go-to role in Michigans offense. In all, his role in the NFL could be limited due to his 6-foot, 190-pound frame, even if he is well-liked by coaches, scouts and teammates. After spending his first two seasons in Ann Arbor on the bench with injuries and veterans ahead of him, Turner really burst onto the scene in 2021. No player in the entire 2023 NFL Draft class is more fun to watch with the football in their hands than Quentin Johnston. Though Ive yet to find a league that allows points for this yet. Also helping his cause is that Michigan has produced edge defenders at the NFL level at a markedly high rate. Alternatively, I could point to Mookies recent article in which he told us: Dont expect the Seahawks to make any splash moves at cornerback.. Here is a chart giving our best estimate of who will return kicks, who will return punts, and the most interesting third name that could be in the mix. Montrell Washington -Washington has made a lot of noise this offseason in camp for the Broncos and seems to have both gigs locked up for Denver. He was named consensus first-team All-Big ten for his efforts, and was voted by teammates as the teams defensive player of the year. That has caused many to wonder if he should move to guard at the next level, but he also never played the position for Michigan. Kene Nwangwu -Hes been quite impressive on special teams, running two kicks back for touchdowns last season. Whether fans believe the Seahawks can compete while paying Geno Smith is irrelevant, because it all comes down to what Pete Carroll believes. Harris posted 199 punt return yards on 21 punt returns. Similar to Mazi Smith, Turner has reported testing numbers that could greatly improve his draft stock if he can prove it in Indianapolis. if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[250,250],'fanrankings_com-large-mobile-banner-2','ezslot_10',131,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-fanrankings_com-large-mobile-banner-2-0'); One guy who has the speed and electric play making ability to rank much higher on this list is Mecole Hardman of the Kansas City Chiefs. Please disable your ad blocker to view the video content. Other than that, there isnt really a flaw to his draft profile. Scott combines game-breaking speed with impressive contact balance for his size and he moves around like hes playing on a joystick. He may not lead the tight ends in any category at the combine, but dont be at the bottom of any drills he participates in, either. Super Bowl Champion: Kansas City Chiefs. Before the 2022 college football season began, Jordan Addison and Jaxon Smith-Njigba were viewed as the two best wide receiver prospects in the 2023 NFL Draft. Just Missed: Cedric Tillman, Tennessee Volunteers; Michael Wilson, Stanford Cardinal; Andrei Iosivas, Princeton Tigers; Marvin Mims, Oklahoma Sooners; A.T. Perry, Wake Forest. What you see with Hyatt is truly what youll get at the next level. Once the season began, Oluwatimi was arguably Michigans best offensive player outside of Blake Corum. 1. in the NFL behind just Andre Roberts in return yards posting a mark of 904 kick return yards while averaging 25.1 yards per return and one kickoff return for a touchdown in 36 kick returns. In an ideal showcasing situation for kickers, Moody kicked for a high-profile team that 1) played in big games, 2) was often in field goal range but 3) had red-zone issues each of the past two seasons. Isiah Pacheco -Pacheco is already a popular sleeper pick as someone that could carve out a pass-catching role for the Chiefs. Its also because of that frame and arm length that he can make some tough snags thank to his massive catch radius. Pre-Snap Reads 3/1: Pete Carroll, John Schneider speak at 2023 NFL Scouting Combine, Arrest warrant issued for potential Seahawks target Jalen Carter. From picking off the throw to leaping into the end zone, it took Woolen about six seconds. Just missing the cut on the Top 10 NFL Punt Returners 2021-22 rankings list is the Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver and punt returner Jalen Reagor. In addition, Renfrow finished the season ranked 5th in the NFL in total punt return yards with 303 total yards while recording three different punts of at least 20 yards. Web2022 NFL Kick & Punt Returns Previous Season Super Bowl Champion: Kansas City Chiefs AP MVP: Patrick Mahomes AP Offensive Rookie of the Year: Garrett Wilson More league info An ad blocker has likely prevented this video content from loading. : Stream on NFL+ https://t.co/uRjde5F169 pic.twitter.com/tgrxWAvaHz. Bill Belichick's next linebackers in the 2022 NFL NFL Draft: Four kick returners who could offer the Rams more than speed Venie Randy Soares 3/16/2022 Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports Now that the Los He surrendered two touchdowns, intercepted one pass, returned a fumble for a touchdown and recorded 11 pass breakups. Fantasy Alarm is the home of all things Fantasy Sports. He was productive in 2022, but being limited against Ohio State robbed him of a marquee showcase against Ohio States touted offensive line. Schoonmaker is quietly rising up NFL mock draft boards as analysts hear more chatter about him among NFL teams. . Unlike fellow defensive lineman Mazi Smith, not a ton is known about Morriss testing numbers, so that will be a major areato watch from Indianapolis. Hes just too explosive not to. Top Kick Returners in 2022 NFL Draft Here are some of the top return prospects in the NFL Draft, listed in predicted draft order. It took Morris until his fourth season in Ann Arbor to lock down a starting job, but Morris didnt miss his opportunity once he did. Bringing you the bestFantasy Football content all year long. Bryce Baringer, P, Michigan State Height: 6-1. Here are the best guys that meet that criteria. After helping lead Michigan to wins over Ohio State and in the Big Ten championship, Oluwatimi earned Michigans first Rimington Award (best center) since 2011, first Outland Trophy ever and was named Michigans first consensus All-American offensive lineman since 2011 (David Molk). He booted a long of 72 yards. Yes, its a point for every 10 yards rushing/receiving while its two points for every 10 return yards. Obviously, being a punter may end up being the biggest reason he wont be taken in the NFL Draft. Andre Roberts - Andre Roberts does not factor in much on offense but he is one of the best return men in this league. As a CB his comp is DJ Reed and as a returner, he is the best prospect to come out in recent memory. Note: Yes, I know that JSPC wont actually be AT the Draft in Las Vegas, but Im dreaming right now so dont you dare wake me up. Folks might not realize that he also got more targets last year than Jonathan Taylor. While that might limit his fit with some offenses not valuing the slot, whoever drafts him will be fortunate. Hes expected to continue to return kicks which can boost the value a bit. DeAndre Carter -Carter also cracked 1,000 yards for Washington last year - the Chargers poached him to install him on both units. 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