Galina said he doesn't have any of the 2022 draft-eligible quarterbacks with a first-round grade. 250+ three-page scouting profiles - advanced stats, 3-year grades, player comps, combine data and Senior Bowl grades - for the 2022 draft class. Cross elevated his ranking to the fifth offensive tackle in the class, second-best player in Mississippi, and a top-30 player nationally. -AT, 74% of PFF Users like this pick! Cross posted a 94.8% pass-block win rate on true pass sets, which ranks 41st of the 117 FBS offensive tackles that have been drafted since 2015," McQuiston continued. He fills a clear area of need for the Seahawks with Duane Brown and Brandon Shell both hitting free agency. "Speaking of the Seahawks, their selection of Cross filled a huge gap . Jets Receive: R1 26, R4 101, There were murmurs that the Jets were thinking of Johnson with their No. -AT, 53% of PFF Users like this pick! Biggest upset of the draft so far is the Seahawks picking a player people actually expected them to pick. Meanwhile, hes bulked up from 270 pounds in 2019 to 307 pounds at the NFL Combine. Baltimore now has one of the better arguments in the league for the NFL's best secondary with Marlon Humphrey, Marcus Peters, Marcus Williams and Hamilton. 5 on the PFF Big Board, making him the top-rated tackle in the class. Charles Cross Draft and Combine Prospect Profile | NFL.com. -Ben Linsey, 21% of PFF Users like this pick! Arguably the most violent offensive lineman at the Group of Five level, Smith led the nation in big-time run-blocks a season ago. They broke the SEC and program record for the number of pass attempts during a visit to Kentucky. Throughout his collegiate career, he missed just seven tackles on 138 attempts. After a career low 42.4 PFF grade in Week 3, Jimmy Garoppolo bounced back with an 87.5 grade, his best since Week 2 of the 2020 season. If you buy something from an SB Nation link, Vox Media may earn a commission. While he has 22 starts at left tackle, he looked smooth making the transition to right tackle during pro day workouts, suggesting that he could man both bookends at the next level if required. Although Ekownu and Neal separated from him as big-time blockers, Cross is a mighty force in his own right with the right combination of run push and pass protection for what Seattle wants offensively under John Schneider. Grade: A, 9. He fits the mold of the impact pass rusher that New York desperately needed off the edge. Also known as the college football Greek Freak, the 6-foot-4, 266-pounder boasts some of the best hand usage in the class and plays with big-time power and an impressive get-off. Meanwhile, he landed as the sixth overall prospect in the 2022 NFL Draft. 4 ranked quarterback in the 2022 class on PFFs Big Board. However, one Seattle newbie has made NFL draft analyst Chad Reuter's 2022 Offensive All-Rookie Team. Cross was my ninth-ranked prospect, but many expected him to be off the board before this. Grade: B+. His performances earned him first-team All-SEC accolades from the conferences coaches and the media. PFF Users picked:WRJameson Williams, Commanders Receive: R1 16, R3 98, R4 120 PFF Users picked: TCharles Cross, The board couldnt have fallen much better for Carolina here with all three of the top offensive tackle prospects still on the board. PFF Users picked:QBMalik Willis, Patriots Receive: R1 29, R3 94, R3 121 He isnt prone to lunging at opponents. Rarely comes out of a three-point stance. The athletic tackle posted a 4.95-second 40-yard dash and a 94 broad jump. The best work came from Charles Cross and Abe Lucas, who may well be in line to start Week 1 at the tackle positions.. Lucas' run blocking made the highlight reels multiple times and both graded out well in both pass protection according to Pro Football Focus. But not so fast, my friends. He finished as one of two Power Five cornerbacks in the PFF College era to produce an 80.0-plus PFF grade as a true freshman, sophomore and junior. Holding offers from nearly 20 programs, he visited USC, Ole Miss, and Mississippi State before choosing Starkville to continue his football journey. Dec. 1A season ago, former Portland High standout Nathan Kapongo barely got on the field for one of the worst University of New Hampshire football teams . Per Brugler, 78.9% of Cross college snaps were pass-blocking plays. He went from being a three-star to a five-star recruit almost overnight, Tony Paulines scouting report for Charles Cross, eing lean doesnt stop Cross from being a violent and physical tackle. He rings in at No. 101 picks. As a redshirt freshman in 2020, he started 10 games. Full episode: https://www.. Philadelphia moved to 8-0 on the season after a 29-17 win that saw Jalen Hurts throw for 243 yards and two touchdowns, and C.J. Charles Cross (6-5, 305) is a super athletic OT who has started 10 games his redshirt freshman season. He turned in a 90.6 pass-rush grade as one of the few game-wreckers in college football last season. Hes explosive out of his snap, and he possesses both the quick footwork and lateral agility to get effortlessly into his pass sets. PFFs Mike Renner and Austin Gayle both have Neal as the first tackle taken in their most recent mock drafts. -BL An SEC and Mississippi State passing record Costello threw for 623 yards and 5 touchdowns. However, it isnt an issue that should see his stock plummet significantly. 26 after trading up with Tennessee. -BL, 77% of PFF Users like this pick! For many reasons, the eyes of the college football world were on the contest. Charles Cross T #67 Seattle Seahawks DOB 2000-11-25 ( 22.0) Height 6' 5" Weight 307 Speed College Mississippi State Bulldogs Draft Year 2022 Draft Team Seattle Seahawks Round 1 Selection 9 Home Fantasy Free Agency NFL Draft Profile View in Premium Stats Get the best of PFF with PFF+ Sign Up An error occured while loading Player Draft Profile. PFF Users picked:SKyle Hamilton, This is a bit of a reach based on where Green falls on the PFF Big Board (39th overall), but its not difficult to see why the Texans would value him here. Before blowing up the event in Indianapolis, Strange impressed many across the league by spending almost all of the Senior Bowl at center despite not playing a single down at the position for Chattanooga. Charles Cross and Abraham Lucas both have made waves in their first NFL training camps, and both could wind up being Week 1 starters for the Seahawks. 5 on the, , making him the top-rated tackle in the class. Johnson earned an 80.0-plus grade as both a pass- and run-blocker last season, recording just one penalty en route to an honorable mention PFF All-American honors. After Michigan edge rusher Aidan Hutchinson spent most of the offseason as the predicted first-overall pick, the Jacksonville Jaguars selected Georgia edge Travon Walker first overall. Green played every position except center for Texas A&M in 2021 and will probably slot in early at guard for Houston. And Davis rare athleticism at his size points to the idea that hes not just an early-down run stuffer. Thats significantly less than former Cardinals receiver Christian Kirk will make with the Jacksonville Jaguars ($21.5 million) in 2023, but its still a lot for a receiver who isnt a top perimeter option. The former five-star prospect was the 60th-ranked player on PFFs preseason draft board and now sits just behind Neal at No. Walker is so good at wrapping defenders up with his near 80-inch wingspan. Our exclusive database, featuring the most in-depth collection of NCAA player performance data. The high-end production and athleticism are both there in a versatile 6-foot-7, 268-pound frame. Cross earned positive grades in the run game at a top-four rate and played in several different offensive schemes during his career at Mississippi State. Hes explosive, intuitive and has the frame and physicality the NFL is looking for. Kristopher Knox of Bleacher Report was far less positive towards Arizona, pointing out that in his first 1,000 yard season (which came in 2021), he only posted and 87.9 passer rating when targeted, going on to say that he may never become more than a high-end complementary receiver with (the Arizona Cardinals). His full eval for the Cardinals is as follows: Loser: Arizona Cardinals. He turned in an 80.0-plus grade as a true freshman, sophomore and junior, something just one other Power Five corner has accomplished in the PFF College era. PFF Users picked:DIDevonte Wyatt, Smith has had a meteoric rise in recent months. Braxton Jones 63.7. He exudes competitive toughness. #Seahawks - Charles Cross, OT, Mississippi State. Eagles Receive: R1 13, Concerns were brought up throughout the pre-draft process about Davis ability to play a high volume of snaps, but there are so many things to love about what the 341-pounder can bring to Philadelphias defense. But he was impressive immediately. The NC State tackle earned PFF run-blocking grades above 85.0 in all three of his college seasons with grades above 90.0 in each of the last two years. Moreover, the rarity of his talent was exemplified as he became the first Laurel football player to be selected to the US Army All-American Bowl. The Panthers opted for the top run blocker in the class in Ekwonu. Terms at draftkings.com/sportsbook. -AT, 89% of PFF Users like this pick! Analysis: Cross is a fluid, athletic offensive tackle who showed improvement in his game and comes with a large upside. He doesnt routinely get his weight over his toes. The first round of the 2022 NFL Draft lived up to the hype. Cross has the second-best pass blocking grade in the SEC at 86.2, and he also has an 85.4 run-blocking grade, which is fifth-best in the conference. The transition from run-blocking mauler to smooth pass-protector was rough at first and not just for Cross, but the entire offensive line. Chiefs Receive: R1 21, While it did take a trade-up, this is a great addition for the Chiefs at 21 overall. However, Marquise Brown has done little in the NFL to this point to suggest that this will be the case. Without Russell Wilson, expect the Seahawks to run the ball more. Saints Receive: R1 11, The fit here is seamless, with Olave stepping into the vertical-threat role in New Orleans offense as the WR2 oppositeMichael Thomas. But that talent didnt go anywhere. 8 is a surprise, but there are some concerns about the Oregon star. Unsurprisingly, the increase in ranking and attention caused Cross to reconsider his college commitment. Impressively, he shut down an Alabama defense that includes multiple high-profile 2022 and 2023 NFL Draft prospects. 2 safety and 26th-best prospect overall, Lewis Cine at No. Elam was targeted three or fewer times in over half of his games this past year. Wilson averaged over 3.0 yards per route run in each of the last two seasons at Ohio State. Hill produced a top-10 coverage slot coverage grade among Power Five defensive backs from 2020 to 2021. PFF Users picked:EDGeorge Karlaftis, The Commanders were able to pick up some extra draft capital in their move back with the Saints, but this is still a bit rich for Dotson (56th overall on PFFs Big Board). The Seahawks traded back until they couldn't trade back anymore. What makes things even more confusing is the fact that he is only under contract for two more seasonsand thats if Arizona exercises the fifth-year option on him. -AT, 19% of PFF Users like this pick! For the Packers' offense to succeed, they need to play better. Pro Football Focus awarded the Charles Cross selection the auspicious evaluation of Very Good, Cody Benhamin of CBS Sports gave the Cardinals an, Kristopher Knox of Bleacher Report was far less positive towards Arizona, Seahawks vs. Panthers: How to watch, game time, TV schedule, streaming and more, SBNation Reacts Results: Seahawks fans regain confidence. The athletic tackle continued to log significant snaps in pass protection in Mike Leachs offense, with 10 games over 50 passing reps. Over the course of the 2021 campaign, Cross allowed just 16 quarterback pressures. Smith is going to have a steep learning curve to start, but he is young at just 21-years-old. Cross earned positive grades in the run game at a top-four rate and played in several different offensive schemes during his career at Mississippi State. Hes also consistent with his hand placement, which is something hes really improved upon this season. He should be a nice complement to Terry McLaurin, Curtis Samuel and Dyami Brown, even if this is a bit before he was expected to come off the board. One of which was Mike Leach implementing his Air Raid scheme on the Bulldogs offense. -BL, 92% of PFF Users like this pick! All things considered, I am certainly happy, with the results, and I think most fans will be (if they arent already) after reading the following blurbs: Seattle Seahawks select Mississippi State OT Charles Cross with the ninth pick. NFL and the NFL shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League.The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated. Despite his experience as a pass protector, he can still overset and give up his inside against rushers who are able to stutter their pass-rush plan. He rings in at No. -AT, Hill has the athleticism, solid collegiate production and versatility that is attractive. After struggling at times during his rookie campaign, Thomas played 800 total offensive snaps this season and allowed just two sacks on those aforementioned 517 pass block snaps. Fluid, easily moves about the field, and nicely adjusts to get a pad on defenders. Cross is projected to be a first-round. -BL, 91% of PFF Users like this pick! Devon Witherspoon, CB, Illinois | NFL Draft Scouting Report, 2023 NFL Mock Draft: Bryce Young in Pole Position for the No. Quickly gets into run blocks. He projects as a big slot and has a major hill to climb to get to the level Brown was at for Tennessee. Cross has been billed as the top pass protector in the group, and his 84.7 PFF pass-blocking grade in a pass-happy Mississippi State offense last year backs that up. Still, his overall route-running leaves a lot to be desired. Live picks, grades and reaction to the 2022 NFL Draft. Despite those sacks, he put together a 74.6 PFF grade among lineman, which ranked him 11th in the NFL for his position. Patient in pass protection, stays with assignments, and works hard. The Seattle Seahawks pick Mississippi State TACKLE Charles Cross No. Final thoughts Despite the smaller sample size, Cross' PFF run blocking grade (87.2) ranked in the top 30 for FBS. As lead draft analyst Mike Renner highlighted in the 2022 PFF Draft Guide, there are a few cons to his game. Cross finished 2020 with a 64.4 PFF grade, split between a 60.7 pass-blocking grade and a 72.0 run-blocking grade. Former Mississippi State offensive tackle Charles Cross officially signed with the Seattle Seahawks on Wednesday after bring drafted higher than any other player without an agent in history back . Throughout his collegiate career, Walker missed just seven tackles on 138 attempts. -BL, 64% of PFF Users like this pick! The improvement in some areas of his game this year showcased a player who is quick to learn and develop. Meanwhile, there are some elements of his college football experience that may cause pause for some NFL teams. There are few bones to pick with Lloyds game as a prospect. Thayer Munford 65.1 3. This doesnt feel like the player they needed. Grade: C+. He is as technical and refined as any player in the draft. 4 min read. Cross protected Costello and Will Rogers as the two quarterbacks combined to set another record. However, throughout the 2021 college football season, he established himself as not just one of the top offensive tackles but one of the best players in the class. PFF Users picked:CBDerek Stingley Jr. A lot of the talk in the pre-draft process was that the Jets were going to target an edge defender or offensive tackle in this spot, but instead, they opted for the cornerback who didnt allow a touchdown in his college career at Cincinnati. High School/Previous School Laurel HS 2022 No. PFF Users picked:CBAhmad Gardner, It was always going to be a surprise if Thibodeaux fell much further than this, even with concerns about his fit with different teams pushing him down boards over the last few months. But he is good at protecting the quarterback. Grade: B. Pro Football Network strives to passionately deliver purposeful, captivating, and exceptional football content. And to replace the star pass-catcher, Tennessee drafts Arkansas Treylon Burks. With his combination of athletic prowess and technical excellence, you rarely see Cross succumb to the balance issues that you see with a lot of college tackles. -AT, 89% of PFF Users like this pick! Alabamas Evan Neal is projected to be the first offensive tackle taken in the 2022 NFL Draft. Cross progressed year over year and even improved as the 2021 season went on. And he put up monster numbers, as his pass blocking snaps (528) were fourth-most in the nation, according to PFF, and he was named as the team's best lineman on five occasions. PFF Users picked:QBMalik Willis, Texans Receive: R1 15, 124, 162, 166 And only three FBS offensive linemen finished with a worse pressure rate allowed than Cross' 7.7% figure. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. Indecisive and shows poor blocking vision in motion. After next season, the Cardinals will either have to pay the former Raven or let him walk. McDuffie was the 11th-ranked player overall on PFFs Draft Board and had one of the best careers PFF College has ever seen. The 6-foot-2, 225-pound wide receiver will offer value vertically and with schemed touches underneath because of his size-speed combo. A two-year starter at the college level, Cross has established himself as one of the top offensive prospects in the class. Its almost been an assured take he will be the first tackle off the board in April. In 2021, Cross took another step forward. PFF Users picked: DIDevonte Wyatt, Titans Receive: R2 35, R3 69, 163 Those appearances gave him his first taste of live-action bouts, whetting his appetite for an increased role in 2020. After Cross came off the bench and played just 22 snaps in his freshman year, Moorhead was fired and replaced with Mike Leach and his Air Raid offense. The 6-foot-4, 259-pound edge defender has over 34-inch arms and the tools to put them into action. "The immediate boost he. Theres a lot to be excited about with the Andrew Thomas-Neal tandem at tackle. The quarterback completed 16 of his 27 attempts for 239 yards and a touchdown appearing to have improved chemistry with his offensive skill players. Cross is also physical in the run game and isnt stuck being an Air Raid tackle because he wasnt one before Mike Leach arrived in Starkville. At almost 65, Cross has the requisite size to be a starting tackle at the NFL level. PFFs, both have Neal as the first tackle taken in their. All Rights Reserved. 2022 NFL Enterprises LLC. Abe Lucas 71.9 2. That is to say, every fiber of my being told me that Charles Cross was going to get picked at or before the 9th pick, I just assumed that the Seahawks wouldnt be the ones to select him. It adds up Neal is a certified freak, landing on Bruce Feldmans Freak List going into the 2021 college football season. -BL. 9 overall in the 2022 NFL draft.. The offensive line stunk. Although Cross has showcased a decent anchor at the college level, there may be some concerns here. He followed up his commitment with an outstanding senior campaign. -AT. His 22 missed tackles forced after the catch last year in just eight games before going down to injury were a top-five mark in this class. This hasnt resulted in sacks at the college level, and in the SEC, hes faced some of the best there is. These power rankings are adjusted based on coach, quarterback and the market each season. Unlock all tools and content including Player Grades, Fantasy, NFL Draft, Premium Stats, Greenline and DFS. Despite competing in a class that contained five-star prospects like. Hes also under a reasonable contract through 2023 thanks to the fifth-year option. Abe Lucas + Charles Cross are the best two blockers as rookies, though! -AT, 56% of PFF Users like this pick! Along with that, Pennings pass protection needs to be completely reworked, and he has to do better with playing low. Its great that teams didnt hold his relative lack of size against him. Grade: C, Cross (6-foot-5, 307) started 22 games at left tackle in the past two seasons in Mike Leachs pass-heavy scheme. Cross went behind North. gcse russian textbook pdf playnow bclc login houses for sale in bushby thurnby quadratic word problems grade 10 pdf. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. Two of the Packers' top-tier players from last season did not come to play in week 1. Cross impressed with his fast and physical play at the left tackle position. 2022 Mock Drafts. Despite competing in a class that contained five-star prospects like Evan Neal and Kenyon Green, Cross earned SEC offers from Arkansas, Auburn, and Ole Miss. Cross' PFF grade was a 62.0 for the . Linval Joseph. PFF's Big Board for the 2023 NFL Draft offers three-year player grades, combine measurables, position rankings, and in-depth player analysis for all of the top draft prospects. Go with premium position here. PFF Users picked:CTyler Linderbaum, Linderbaum is the best center prospect PFF has ever evaluated. Costellos blindside. All of his starts have been at left tackle, and he provides the Seahawks with an immediate upgrade there as a day one starter. LT Charles Cross: 52.4 overall, 31.7 pass blocking grade RB Travis Homer: 52.1 overall, 6.7 pass blocking grade LG Phil Haynes: 47.1 overall, 50.4 pass blocking grade C Austin Blythe:. Vikings Receive: R1 32, R2 34, R3 66, This is a massive move up the board for Detroit, but Williams is a game-changing talent when healthy. Hes adept at picking up twists and stunts. . He was one of the best safeties in college football last year, turning in an 82.4 PFF grade for the season that ranked eighth in the Power Five. 2022 NFL Draft Grades: Media largely praises for Seahawks Charles Cross pick, Seahawks elevate pair from practice squad, Kenneth Walker III, DeeJay Dallas not expected to play vs. Panthers, Waldron-22: DK Metcalf, Jalen Ramsey, and the Smash Boot concept, Seahawks vs. Panthers: NFL TV coverage map and commentators. He reminds me of longtime starter Duane Brown as a pass protector lean and smooth. He fills a clear area of need for the. Cross must consistently block with proper fundamentals and learn to come out of a three-point stance. Heading into his senior season at Laurel High School, Cross was a three-star offensive tackle prospect by most major recruiting sites. 9 overall.87.2 run blocking grade in 2021 (2nd among SEC TACKLES) pic.twitter.com/2VplpHxeBN. Those significant issues lead me to believe he will face a steeper-than-expected learning curve in the NFL. Despite the rapid elevation of his ranking through the 2018 high school season, Cross had an obstacle to hurdle before he could shine in Starkville. Cross protected Costello and Will Rogers as the two quarterbacks combined to set another record. The team stunk. 18 and No. Impeccable balance. Wyatt also earned a grade above 80.0 both against the run and as a pass-rusher something no other player at the position in the Power Five accomplished. Cross certainly had a strong college career. Thomas earned an 82.1 pass block grade from PFF, which ranked 12th among all offensive tackles, while his 78.9 overall grade ranked 19th. Humphries. Cine was also one of the best tacklers in the country at Georgia, with just 11 misses on 159 career attempts. This isn't the first time PFF has come under criticism for a grade of a Jets defender. As youd expect from someone with a high number of pass protection snaps, he showcases technical ability in addition to his athletic performance. Rookie Charles Cross also logged every offensive snap at left tackle for the Seattle Seahawks while teammate . Baltimore now has one of the better arguments in the league for the NFL's best secondary with Marlon Humphrey, Marcus Peters, Marcus Williams and Hamilton. Linderbaum was a top-five-graded center in all three years starting at the position, including in 2021 when he broke the single-season grading record for a center. On the most recent Pro Football Network Top 300 Big Board, the Mississippi State OT was the third-ranked player at his position. The Pitt quarterback averaged 3.19 seconds per throw in 2021, tying for the third-slowest mark in the FBS. Calm, cool, collected. Seems like I was far from alone in this sense. While he looks more slender than some of his positional contemporaries, hes demonstrated that he can go into battle at the point of attack. PFF's Seth Galina joins the Tailgate podcast to make his case for Charles Cross as the top offensive tackle in the 2022 NFL Draft. The average grade Ive given the Seahawks does not reflect what I think of Cross. He uses his length really well: His punch timing and placement are pluses. He was primarily a deep safety in college, but he can be more versatile in Minnesota. Cross has been billed as the top pass protector in the group, and his 84.7 PFF pass-blocking grade in a pass-happy Mississippi State offense last year backs that up. 14 overall. His anchor and footwork is suspect, making it highly unlikely his early contributions are significant. In his first start, Cross was tasked with protecting K.J. He's coming off three consecutive seasons with PFF grades above 75.0, and he has the size and length (6-foot-4, 220 pounds) to line up anywhere and affect the offense in coverage. Brown On a positive note, Strange is a versatile and elite athlete who excels in space. Yes, worse than Kevin King's. Newly re-signed Aaron Jones was given a PFF grade of 53.2. PFF's exclusive metrics provide matchup previews, position rankings, grades, and snap counts. -BL, 53% of PFF Users like this pick! 67 Charles Cross Position OL Height 6-5 Weight 310 Class Redshirt Sophomore Hometown Laurel, Miss. As lead draft analyst Mike Renner highlighted in the 2022 PFF Draft Guide. They broke the SEC and program record for the number of pass attempts during a visit to Kentucky. PFF Users picked:CTyler Linderbaum, Going from Terron Armstead who is an absolute technician at left tackle to Trevor Penning who is very much raw is a major downgrade for New Orleans. The Georgia off-ball linebacker isnt a downhill player in the run game, and he was still more of a reactor than a playmaker. PFF employs over 600 full or part-time analysts, but less than 10% of analysts are trained to the level that they can grade plays. -AT, Jaguars Receive: R1 27 PFF Users picked: ED Aidan Hutchinson, Stingleys draft stock ended up coming full circle with him coming off the board as a top-five pick and CB1 here for Houston. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. - Best pass pro OT in this class. An impressively athletic and intelligent prospect, hes been able to lock down some of the top pass rushers in the nation this season. Charles Cross T #67 Experience: R Height: 6-5 Age: 21 Weight: 311 lbs College: Mississippi State 2022 SEASON Summary Career Logs Splits Situational Recent Games Career Stats Offensive Line. The Temple transfer wanted to impress on the biggest stage, so he transferred to Penn State and put on a pass-rushing clinic. In 364 run-blocking snaps, PFF never gave him a grade below 55.7. Pre-Snap Reads 12/10: Jamal Adams posts encouraging rehab progress video, the Athletic literally had Cross projected as the 9th best overall prospect. Hell be a building block in Houston as Nick Caserio and company overhaul the roster. -AT, Many expected Green Bay to break the no wide receiver in the Round 1 streak, but they opted not to do so by grabbing PFFs top-ranked interior defensive lineman, Devonte Wyatt. Meanwhile, fellow rookie left tackle Charles Cross has similar grades: 65.3 overall, 69.4 pass blocking and 60.3 run blocking. Having spent a year developing mentally and physically, Cross entered his redshirt freshman season weighing an additional 20 pounds. Just 24, Brown is an ascending talent out wide, improving his yardage total over his three NFL seasons. He's no slouch in the run . Cross possesses an elite athletic profile at the offensive line position. He exudes competitive toughness. This means that Arizona will be on the hook for $13.4 million in 2023 for his contract. PFF Users picked:QBMalik Willis, Landing a quarterback without having to trade up is a big win for Pittsburgh, but taking Pickett in the eyes of PFF is not. Who drafted Charles Cross in the 2022 NFL Draft? -AT, 73% of PFF Users like this pick! Explosive, fires his hands into opponents, and keeps defenders in front of him. Against Alabama, the eventual national champion, his PFF grade was tied for seventh across the country for that week. In the most recent two campaigns under Mike Leach, theyre at 79%. Charles Cross scored the highest offensive grade (71.8) on the Mississippi State Bulldogs Team from PFF. Walker is so good at wrapping defenders up with his near 80-inch wingspan. Ravens Receive: R1 25, R5 130 With the run on them, they end up with a player who is good in pass protection but needs work in the run game. The Florida Gator put up a PFF coverage grade of 89.8 as a true freshman in 2019 and followed that up with an 81.0 grade as a sophomore in 2020, dominating so much that opposing offenses largely avoided him in 2021. Charles Cross T #67 Seattle Seahawks DOB 2000-11-25 ( 22.0) Height 6' 5" Weight 307 Speed College Mississippi State Bulldogs Draft Year 2022 Draft Team Seattle Seahawks Round 1 Selection 9 Home Fantasy Free Agency NFL Draft Profile View in Premium Stats Get the best of PFF with PFF+ Sign Up An error occured while loading player stats. Even though Cross didnt run block a lot, he looked capable of developing there. (56.0 PFF grade in 2021) and left guard Pat Elflien (50.1) can't be counted on again. On the bright side, he does have an elite physical profile. And I was happy to be wrong, as Jody, John, and Pete sat stationed in the draft room and confidently made their selection for the projected top pass protecting tackle in this class. The Mississippi State OT impressed sufficiently during his 10 starts in 2020 to earn Freshman All-SEC honors as voted by the conferences coaches. Charles Cross Draft Profile For someone with limited college football experience, Charles Cross shockingly demonstrates excellent football intelligence as he appears to be in constant communication with the left guard, pointing out dangerous . Thibodeaux recorded over 30 pressures as a true freshman in 2019, and hes coming off a career-high 91.5 PFF pass-rushing grade last season for Oregon. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. . 1 talent at the top of the board. These are two coaches with a completely different ethos about how to move the football, and Cross was caught in between them. NFL footage NFL Productions LLC. Draft Home. -BL, 85% of PFF Users like this pick! Neal is the cleanest fit as the player who has spent time at right tackle with Alabama in 2020. Its almost been an assured take he will be the first tackle off the board in April. Cross also represented Mississippi in the prestigious Mississippi/Alabama All-Star Game. Negatives: Does not block with consistent knee bend and gets upright. With his stock at an all-time high, it wouldnt be a surprise to see Cross selected within the top 10 of the 2022 NFL Draft. He can single-handedly change the way a defense operates against the run, allowing the Eagles to devote more resources to coverage and creating more third-and-long situations. Young, major upside. He fills a clear area of need for the Seahawks with Duane Brown and Brandon Shell both hitting free agency., Cross has had tons of pass-blocking reps over the past two seasons, and the former five-star recruit showed significant improvement from 2020 to 21. The Jaguars are banking on Walkers elite traits in a class without a clear-cut No. Height: 6'4 1/2 (45th) Weight: 307 (34th) 40-Yard Dash: 4.95 seconds (94th) 10-Yard Split: 1.73 seconds (83rd) Bench Press: N/A Vertical Jump: 26 inches (28th) Broad Jump: 112 inches (91st) 3-Cone. Like a comet, Mississippi State offensive tackle Charles Cross is flying up draft boards. Burks averaged 8.6 yards after the catch per reception and broke 24 tackles on 115 receptions across the past two seasons. A lot has been made about his ability to separate because of how much of his production came in contested catch situations (FBS-high 17 contested catches in 2021). 32. The Washington product is on the smaller end at 5-foot-11, 193-pounds with sub-30-inch arms, but his awareness, all-around athleticism and physicality are undoubtedly up to snuff. -BL, 84% of PFF Users like this pick! Olave recorded 12 touchdowns on passes thrown 20-plus yards downfield over the last two seasons at Ohio State, fourth in the FBS. By choosing I Accept, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. Cross looks to punish his opponent every play, whether in pass protection or as a mauler in the ground game. Although there wasnt another success quite like the opening day obliteration of LSU, he was a vital component of the bright moments of the season. While he did rack up 33 big-time blocks against lesser competition in 2021, he also drew 16 penalties. Cross exploded onto the scene with a tremendous 2021 campaign that saw his PFF grade rise from 64.4 in 2020 to 86.7. brothers osborne concert 2021. how to help a male dog mount; cronus zen horizontal . He was a Freshman All-SEC pick that year. -AT, Karlaftis slide ends with the Chiefs at 30th overall, making him the biggest steal of Round 1. One look at the Mississippi State OTs scouting report reveals why Cross is receiving significant attention ahead of the 2022 NFL Draft. Look, we may revisit this trade and say that Arizona won in a big way. PFF grade vs. Panthers: 65.3 5. Alabamas Evan Neal is projected to be the first offensive tackle taken in the 2022 NFL Draft. While he has the athleticism to recover, it is something that hell look to eradicate from his game. Lloyd was one of only four players at the position who earned a 90.0-plus PFF grade in 2021. Hes coming off three consecutive seasons with PFF grades above 75.0, and he has the size and length (6-foot-4, 220 pounds) to line up anywhere and affect the offense in coverage. He puts his over 34 arms to devastating use with excellently timed and powerful punches. Between the 26th pick and the 35th pick, they acquired four draft picks they used in the later rounds. PFF Users picked:CBTrent McDuffie, Eagles Receive: A.J. Hamiltons disappointing 40-yard dash time (4.59 seconds) doesnt show up as a concern on his tape. The Week 11 grades are out via PFF, and the top performer has been with the team just three days before such an efficient and physical performance. Brown to the Philadelphia Eagles for the No. Fast forward a year, and everything has changed. 9 overall selection from the Russell Wilson trade, the Seahawks surprised everyone by staying put and picking Cross to start immediately on an offensive line lacking bodies. He had the highest pass blocking grade in the SEC, according to Pro Football Focus, and he was second in run blocking, too. There was just too much talent there. Grade: A. But thats not all he brings to the table. Buccaneers Receive: R2 33, R4 106, R6 180, Jacksonville takes advantage of a big prospect slide by trading up to 27 for Lloyd, who was No. While Pickett is a quality athlete, hes nowhere near dynamic enough to make his hay on the ground in the professional ranks. Stingley brings rare movement skills and athleticism to the table and can play in any scheme. Rankings&Projections |WR/CB Matchup Chart |NFL & NCAA Betting Dashboards | NFL Player Props Tool | NFL & NCAA Power Rankings As a result, hes not susceptible to being easily taken to the ground with push-pull moves like some of his contemporaries. The biggest concern with Dotson is that he doesnt have the prototypical size that you want for an outside receiver, but hes a reliable route runner with some of the best hands in the draft class. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. -BL, 49% of PFF Users like this pick! In Moorheads two years in charge of the Bulldogs, the offense passed 47% of the time. That carried through the Senior Bowl, where he led all at the position in win rate during the one-on-ones. PFF Users picked:QBMalik Willis, With the Giants going for Thibodeaux at their first pick, it signals that they were comfortable with multiple tackles at this spot. In fact, it would have been the slowest among NFL quarterbacks this past season. TRENDING: Bears place two stars on IR, make more roster moves The real story of the first round, though, was the record-breaking eight draft-day trades that occurred during just the first round. This was a first. Ironic SEA gets that after the Russell Wilson area. Miles Sanders Oct 10, 2021; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Philadelphia Eagles running back Miles Sanders (26) runs the ball during the first half against the. He produced multiple pressures in every game he played for Florida State last season and ended the campaign with an 81.0 PFF grade. 9 Overall Pick in the NFL Draft (Seattle Seahawks) 2021 First Team All-American (ESPN, Sporting News) 2021 Third Team All-American (PFF) 2021 First Team All-SEC (Coaches, Associated Press, PFF) 66% of PFF Users like this pick! He was named to the Freshman All-SEC team in 2020, and he started every game this year, earning multiple First Team All-SEC . PFF Users picked:TEvan Neal, There werent many position groups across the NFL in more need of talent than the Falcons receiving corps, and London should provide a nice boost. Despite all that moving around, Green still earned PFF grades north of 75.0 in each of the last two seasons, and he should only continue to improve. Gardner-Johnson logged his fifth interception of the season, a . Its just a lot easier to get behind the value here at one of the Saints original pick selections rather than by executing a trade that they lose 61% of the time, per PFF data scientist Timo Riske. -BL, 87% of PFF Users like this pick! PFF analysts were working all night in PFF's Live Draft Tracker, dissecting every single pick and giving a grade for each selection. He rounds out a receiving corps that has addedCorey Davis,Elijah Moore,C.J. 4 min read Week 12 of the NFL season is in the books, and it featured another solid slate of. In fact, the top of this draft was headlined by defensive stars the first five selections were either edge rushers or cornerbacks. There are schematic reasons why Walker didnt post gaudy numbers at Georgia, but there are still plenty of risks involved with taking a player at No. He was even better from Week 6 on, too, as he graded out at 94.2 over the back half of the season. Hutchinson didn't last long his home-state Detroit Lions picked him up at No. data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAKAAAAB4CAYAAAB1ovlvAAAAAXNSR0IArs4c6QAAAnpJREFUeF7t17Fpw1AARdFv7WJN4EVcawrPJZeeR3u4kiGQkCYJaXxBHLUSPHT/AaHTvu . In 2021, Williams tied JaMarr Chases 2019 season for the most 50-plus yard receiving touchdowns since 2014. Rookie OTs Ranked by PFF Pass Block Grade: 1. At 65 and 270 pounds, he was lean even by high school standards. He should give the Lions two building blocks to work with at receiver after Amon-Ra St. Browns impressive rookie season. We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. The Seahawks need a lot. The Georgia product's length and overall. Every day, get free NFL updates sent straight to your inbox! 4 overall pick, yet they managed to land him at No. Blythe is terrible. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. Sep 20, 2022 Jacksonville Jaguars LB Devin Lloyd: The first-rounder finished as PFF's highest-graded rookie in Week 2 after a performance during which he was all over the field making plays. Cross was the sixth-ranked offensive tackle in his 2019 class, behind the top-ranked Neal. You dont need to look much further than what he was able to do to Georgias defense to see the kind of impact that he can have. Grade: A+ https://t.co/Le6Yt4r9sh, The #Seahawks get an A+ grade for the Charles Cross pick. Thibodeaux landing at No. Fast forward a year, and everything has changed. While Cross has demonstrated the ability to be physical when called upon in the ground game, there may be some concerns about his limited exposure to run-game reps. That could limit his scheme fit and therefore interest at the NFL level. 2022 Picks. Cross was at 72.2, while Lucas earned a 73.8 grade. Last year, Cross allowed just two sacks and no QB hits on 719 pass-blocking snaps. He may be small, but he possesses elite awareness, top-notch athleticism and is a physical tackler. And speeding up a quarterbacks processing is easier said than done its a significant issue. Cross played just 200 rushing snaps for Mississippi State last season. Willis and Ridder are still there #NFLDraft, The Seahawks have liked Cross for a while as their replacement for left tackle Duane Brown so it came down to whether they were interested enough in a quarterback early to replace Russell Wilson. Finishing a play doesnt always mean putting your man in the dirt, but it appears that the Mississippi State OT did not get that memo. Check out the TV distribution for Seahawks-Panthers. 1 overall, PFF has Jacksonville selecting Mississippi State offensive tackle Charles Cross. DE Charles Omenihu - 67.4. Cross has the second-highest blocking grade (86.7) in the SEC by an offensive tackle by Pro Football Focus (PFF) and only allowed two sacks in 919 snaps this season. Power Rankings are PFFs NCAA power ratings based on weekly player grades in each facet of play. Although there wasnt another success quite like the opening day obliteration of LSU, he was a vital component of the bright moments of the season. Charles Cross NFL Draft Profile Position: Offensive Tackle School: Mississippi State Current Year: Redshirt Sophomore Height: 6'4 3/4 Weight: 307 pounds Wingspan: 81 Arm: 34 1/2 Hand: 10 3/4 Charles Cross Scouting Report A two-year starter at the college level, Cross has established himself as one of the top offensive prospects in the class. Thanks to his quickness and physicality, he drew comparisons to Arizona Cardinals offensive tackle D.J. During the Mississippi State Pro Day, Cross worked out at both left and right tackle, demonstrating some valuable transitional versatility. While he has the ability to become a tremendous starting left tackle, Cross also possesses a large amount of downside to his game and is the riskiest of the top offensive tackles in this years draft. The former Georgia Bulldog was the most impactful interior defender in the Power Five. The Seattle Seahawks selecting Charles Cross with the 9th overall pick struck me as something far too probable to actually come to pass on draft night. Despite some preconceptions from playing in Mississippi States Air Raid offense, OT Charles Cross has established himself as one of the top prospects in the 2022 NFL Draft. In 287 pass-blocking snaps, Hayes allowed just nine total pressures and no sacks on the season. . Cardinals Receive: WR Marquise Brown, R4 100, Buffalo had a need at corner, and they got one that excels at the line of scrimmage with Elam. First-round WRs Reign Supreme: Garrett Wilson, Treylon Burks and Drake London each cracked the top five for highest-graded Week 2 rookies. His athleticism is superbly demonstrated against agile pass rushers as he is able to mirror and redirect with zero athletic limitations. Jamaree Salyer 64.5 4. He's been one of the top best rushers in the country for three seasons, starting with a 77.8 PFF grade in 2019 before moving to an 85.0 mark in 2020 and finishing at 88.4 with the Nittany Lions. McDuffie has all the traits to be a versatile chess piece for Kansas City. He has to be quicker and more decisive with his decision-making instead of panicking and holding onto the ball. 69.6 pass rush grade with five . The Iowa products best landing spot was undoubtedly in a zone-heavy rushing offense, but thats not here. Here is a quick recap of all those instant reactions for all 32 first-round picks. However, his PFF grade was dragged down by penalties, which speaks volumes about how overly physical he can get. Hes no slouch in the run game, either. Charles Cross has been one of the better run-blocking offensive tackles in the nation this season, ranking 16th in run blocking grades with a grade of 87.2, per PFF. PFF Users picked: QBMalik Willis, This is a quality pick for the Chargers, who will now put Johnson at right guard and move 2021 starter, Matt Feiler, to right tackle (where he ranked fifth in pass-block grade back in 2019). UzomahandTyler Conklin in the last two offseasons. He represents the future at the position with Fletcher Cox trending in the wrong direction the past few years for Philadelphia. Odds & lines subject to change. He goes on to point out how this receiver group which already included DeAndre Hopkins, Rodale Moore, and AJ Green saying Hollywoods deep speed should enable Arizona to once again boast one of the games most explosive passing offenses. Holding onto the ball often welcomes pressure, and Pickett was charged with 34 pressures this past season, tying for the second-most in the FBS. He was never able to build on a dominant true freshman season with LSU in 2019 where he allowed a 51.4 passer rating into his coverage with 21 combined pass breakups and interceptions. They have a lot of work to do, but this is a step in the right direction. Grade: B, The third tackle to go in the top nine is Charles Cross of Mississippi State. Gambling problem? PFF Users picked:WRSkyy Moore, Bills Receive: R1 23 AZ, CO, CT, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, (select parishes), MD, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OR, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY, CA-ONT only.Eligibility restrictions apply. Cons The Seahawks got encouraging performances from several rookies during the preseason. April 28, 2022 6:56 pm PT The Seattle Seahawks, with their highest pick in over a decade have selected left tackle Charles Cross from Mississippi State at No. Here's what the Seahawks should expect after taking the Mississippi State football offensive lineman. * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). I wanted to find a place where I felt most at home, Cross said at the time, while also citing offensive line coach Marcus Johnson as a factor in the decision. The Mississippi State OT impressed sufficiently during his 10 starts in 2020 to earn Freshman All-SEC honors as voted by the conferences coaches. Titans Receive: R1 18, R4 101, Tennessee executed the blockbuster of the night by trading wide receiverA.J. . Positives: Athletically talented left tackle prospect with a high upside. He then proceeded to light up the Senior Bowl as he didnt lose a single pass-blocking rep during Senior Bowl week. -AT, 46% of PFF Users like this pick! He may be undersized, but hes an ultra-athlete who plays bigger than his size suggests. Occasionally overextends into blocks. Charles Cross, Mississippi State Bulldogs PFF Big Board Rank: 6 Pros Cross is super light on his feet and has upper-echelon mirror ability. This included blockbuster trades of Marquise Brown from Baltimore to Arizona and A.J. 1 Overall Pick, Stetson Bennett, QB, Georgia | NFL Draft Scouting Report. While he didnt wear many hats in Michigans defense and primarily covered the slot, he has the skill set to be versatile, and given Cincinnatis current roster construct, hes going to be serving a different job than he did as a Wolverine. Only the top two to three percent of analysts are on the team of "senior analysts" in charge of finalizing each grade after review. They had a glaring hole at left tackle, so they had to get a left tackle. Cross earned positive grades in the run game at a top-four rate and played in several different offensive schemes during his career at Mississippi State. going into the 2021 college football season. He allowed just 43% of the passes thrown into his coverage to be completed across his three seasons with the Bearcats. Perhaps coach Kliff Kingsbury and quarterback Kyler Murray will unlock Marquise Browns full potential and make him a perennial Pro Bowler. But he found a home with an early commitment to FSU. Our exclusive database, featuring the most in-depth collection of NCAA player performance data. Cross began the season as a potential early-round pick. This would seem to be contrary to everything Cross did in college with Mike Leach and the Air Raid offense. See our ethics statement. The offensive line stunk. The Northern Iowa product is a high-level athlete at 6-foot-7, 325 pounds, and plays with a killer mindset so much so that he might need to tone it down a bit. The team stunk. -BL, 82% of PFF Users like this pick! 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