Top 25 Senior Bowl prospects ahead of Week 5 of college football
Entering Week 5 of the college football season, NFL.com draft analyst Chad Reuter has updated his ranking of the top 25 prospects for the 2022 Reese’s Senior Bowl. Rankings are updated every two weeks of play.
Reuter’s top five senior prospects have remained in their slots, however, the analyst’s list also features six newcomers. The 2022 NFL Draft is set for April 28-30. The Senior Bowl will be on Feb. 5.
Top 25 Senior Bowl prospects after Week 4
*indicates newcomer
25) Darrian Beavers, LB, Cincinnati*
Darrian Beavers is thriving in his fifth collegiate season. The 6-foot-4, 255-pound linebacker has 22 tackles (13 solo) on the year for the undefeated Bearcats, as well as 2.5 sacks.
“A three-year starter for the Bearcats, Beavers has blossomed into one of the best linebackers in the country, operating effectively in coverage (two interceptions in 2020) and using his strength around the line of scrimmage,” Reuter said. “Beavers shed blocks from offensive tackles regularly against Indiana two weeks ago, whether blitzing in the A-gap or attacking runs.”
24) Rachaad White, RB, Arizona State*
Arizona State running back Rachaad White is also the Sun Devils’ leading receiver through four games this season. He’s put up 256 rushing yards, 187 receiving yards, and seven total touchdowns.
“White is giving me Kenyan Drake vibes early in the 2021 season,” Reuter said. “The linear runner has plus speed and is willing to lower his pads, which has allowed him to rush for at least one touchdown in each of the team’s first four games.”
23) Qwuantrezz Knight, S, UCLA*
Six-foot, 199-pound safety Qwuantrezz Knight is making the most out of his third-collegiate stop. The former Maryland and Kent State defensive back debuts on the Senior Bowl prospect list at No. 23.
“Knight was UCLA’s leading tackler in games against Fresno State (9, including 2 for loss) and Stanford (8, including 1.5 for loss) the past two weekends, taking on blocks and attacking plays in the backfield in addition to his coverage duties,” Reuter said.
22) Zion Johnson, G, Boston College*
A couple of strong weeks in a row have former Davidson guard Zion Johnson debuting at No. 22. The 6-foot-3, 316-pound offensive lineman is taking advantage of a free fifth year of eligibility to boost his draft stock.
“Temple did not cover Johnson on most plays in the Eagles’ 28-3 win a couple weeks ago, so he helped left tackle Tyler Vrabel when needed or looked for second-level targets,” Reuter said. “When man-up in short-yardage situations, he dropped his hips to drive his man back (or to the ground).
“It was more of the same last week against Missouri, helping his team get the overtime victory by moving the Tigers’ strong, athletic linemen in the run game and anchoring in pass protection.
21) Devin Lloyd, LB, Utah -1
20) Jaquan Brisker, S, Penn State +1
19) Bernhard Raimann, OT, Central Michigan*
Bernhard Raimann transitioned from tight end to offensive tackle as smoothly as he did from Austria to the United States. The 6-foot-7, 305-pound offensive tackle debuts at No. 19 on Reuter’s Senior Bowl list.
“Bernard Raimann might be the best in college football when it comes to staying with a block to the whistle,” Reuter said. “Raimann’s strong at hitting second-level targets, also sustaining those blocks very well, and shows a nasty attitude that NFL offensive line coaches will love.
18) Chad Muma, LB, Wyoming +6
17) Jamaree Salyer, OL, Georgia*
Georgia senior left tackle Jamaree Salyer is the third Bulldog on Reuter’s list after four weeks. The 6-foot-4, 325-pound Atlanta native debuts at No. 17.
“Salyer’s thick build portends a move from his current left tackle spot to the interior at the next level,” Reuter said. “But he’s been tough to beat on the edge for the past season-plus, including wins over South Carolina and Vanderbilt in the past two weeks. Salyer is stout against bull rushes and has the quick feet to escort rushers around the pocket.”
16) Cade Otton, TE, Washington –
15) Haskell Garrett, DT, Ohio State +3
14) Daniel Faalele, OT, Minnesota +1
13) Josh Jobe, CB, Alabama -5
12) Kingsley Enagbare, Edge, South Carolina +1
11) Jahan Dotson, WR, Penn State +1
10) Trevor Penning, OT, Northern Iowa –
9) Jaxson Kirkland, OT, Washington –
8) Roger McCreary, CB, Auburn +6
7) Jermaine Johnson II, Edge, Florida State -1
6) Darian Kinnard, OL, Kentucky +1
5) Jordan Davis, DT, Georgia –
4) Adam Anderson, Edge, Georgia –
3) Chris Olave, WR, Ohio State –
2) Aidan Hutchinson, Edge, Michigan –
1) Malik Willis, QB, Liberty –