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NFL.com's prospects who could rise at Senior Bowl

Jan 30, 2024 at 08:00 AM

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The 2024 NFL Draft is less than three months away.

As we see every year during the pre-draft process, there will likely be a lot of movement across NFL teams' draft boards between now and April 25.

One of the first opportunities for prospects to showcase their skills in front of scouts and other NFL evaluators, once the college football season is over, is during the college all-star games.

While things are already underway for the East-West Shrine Bowl, festivities surrounding the 2024 Senior Bowl begin on Tuesday with the first team practices.

NFL.com's Chad Reuter recently took a look at prospects that could boost their draft stock with a strong performance in Mobile, Alabama this week.

Here are Reuter's prospects to watch at the 2024 Senior Bowl.

Be sure to check out live coverage on NFL Network and NFL+ of the Senior Bowl practices (Jan. 30-Feb. 1, beginning at 10:30 a.m. ET) and game (1 p.m. ET on Feb. 3).

11. G Isaiah Adams, Illinois

"Illinois asked Adams to step out to right tackle during his senior year, with mixed results. His best pro position should be guard, where he physically dominated defensive tackles in the run game in 2022, and in the first two games of 2023. The former junior college All-American from Ontario, Canada should be a force playing inside, earning third-round grades by moving his man off the ball on run plays while showing good pass-protection skills for an interior player."

10. CB Caelen Carson, Wake Forest

"Carson was one of the more talented defensive backs in the ACC during his college career but failed to finish the past three seasons due to injuries. He has primarily been an outside corner, but Wake coaches used him in the slot more regularly this year, giving NFL teams a glimpse of his ability to play inside at the next level. If Carson can prove his foot quickness in one-on-one matchups with receivers in Mobile while staying healthy enough to make strong tackles and fight through catches during the Senior Bowl on Saturday, he'll intrigue teams looking for Day 2 corners."

9. Edge Nelson Ceaser, Houston

"Ceaser's quick, smooth first step could allow him to conquer opposing linemen during pass-rush drills. His average size won't endear him to all defensive coordinators, but similarly built players like Arnold Ebiketie and Byron Young have shown the ability to get after passers despite their relative lack of bulk. Ceaser's not weak at the point of attack, either, which could push teams looking for a designated pass rusher with starter potential to select him in Round 3."

8. DT Braden Fiske, Florida State

"A two-star high school recruit out of Michigan City, Indiana, Fiske become a five-star in the transfer portal after a strong 2022 season at Western Michigan. He chose FSU over Notre Dame and many other programs and was a big part of the Seminoles' run to the ACC championship, garnering third-team AP All-American and second-team all-conference notice. Fiske is not just a "try-hard guy" who graduated from a smaller conference to the ACC; he will show in Mobile he holds his own at the point of attack and possesses the quickness off the snap and in short areas to be considered a Day 2 pick."

7. Edge Jalyx Hunt, Houston Christian

"Like most prospects coming from outside the FBS, Hunt must prove he can hang with the physicality and athleticism of more highly recruited players. There's no issue with his quickness, as the Southland Conference Defensive Player of the Year has the bend and closing speed to wrap up quarterbacks and running backs in the backfield. He covers a lot of ground when dropping into coverage or taking on slot receivers, which he was asked to do regularly. If Hunt outclasses the top-rated tackles in Mobile, he'll earn comparisons to Steelers star Alex Highsmith."

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OT Paris Johnson - Arizona Cardinals (2023)

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OT Ikem Ekwonu - Carolina Panthers (2022)

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WR Jaylen Waddle - Miami Dolphins (2021)

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QB Justin Herbert - Los Angeles Chargers (2020)

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QB Daniel Jones - New York Giants (2019)

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G Quenton Nelson - Indianapolis Colts (2018)

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S Jamal Adams - New York Jets (2017)

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OT Ronnie Stanley - Baltimore Ravens (2016)

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DE Leonard Williams - New York Jets (2015)

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OT Jake Matthews - Atlanta Falcons (2014)

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DE Barkevious Mingo - Cleveland Browns (2013)

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CB Morris Claiborne - Dallas Cowboys (2012)

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WR Julio Jones - Atlanta Falcons (2011)

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OT Russell Okung - Seattle Seahawks (2010)

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OT Andre Smith - Cincinnati Bengals (2009)

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LB Vernon Gholston - New York Jets (2008)

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S LaRon Landry - Washington Redskins (2007)

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TE Vernon Davis - San Francisco 49ers (2006)

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CB Adam "Pacman" Jones - Tennessee Titans (2005)

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TE Kellen Winslow - Cleveland Browns (2004)

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DT Johnathan Sullivan - New Orleans Saints (2003)

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DT Ryan Sims - Kansas City Chiefs (2002)

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DE Richard Seymour - New England Patriots (2001)

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DT Corey Simon - Philadelphia Eagles (2000)

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WR Torry Holt - St. Louis Rams (1999)

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DE Grant Wistrom – St. Louis Rams (1998)

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OT Walter Jones – Seattle Seahawks (1997)

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RB Lawrence Phillips – St. Louis Rams (1996)

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DE Kevin Carter – St. Louis Rams (1995)

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QB Trent Dilfer – Tampa Bay Buccaneers (1994)

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DE Eric Curry – Tampa Bay Buccaneers (1993)

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QB David Klingler – Cincinnati Bengals (1992)

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DT Eric Swann – Phoenix Cardinals (1991)

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S Mark Carrier – Chicago Bears (1990)

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LB Broderick Thomas – Tampa Bay Buccaneers (1989)

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WR Tim Brown – Los Angeles Raiders (1988)

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QB Kelly Stouffer – St. Louis Cardinals (1987)

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G Jim Dombrowski – New Orleans Saints (1986)

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OT Lomas Brown – Detroit Lions (1985)

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DB Mossy Cade – San Diego Chargers (1984)

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OT Jim Covert – Chicago Bears (1983)

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DE Jeff Bryant – Seattle Seahawks (1982)

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QB Rich Campbell – Green Bay Packers (1981)

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DE Curtis Greer – St. Louis Cardinals (1980)

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LB Barry Krauss – Baltimore Colts (1979)

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WR James Lofton – Green Bay Packers (1978)

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OT Warren Bryant – Atlanta Falcons (1977)

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QB Richard Todd – New York Jets (1976)

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LB Robert Brazile – Houston Oilers (1975)

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DT Carl Barzilauskas – New York Jets (1974)

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TE Charle Young – Philadelphia Eagles (1973)

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OT Greg Sampson – Houston Oilers (1972)

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RB John Riggins – New York Jets (1971)

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LB Steve Zabel – Philadelphia Eagles (1970)

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WR Ron Sellers – Boston Patriots (1969)

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DE Dennis Byrd – Boston Patriots (1968)

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RB Floyd Little – Denver Broncos (1967)

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K Charlie Gogolak – Washington Redskins (1966)

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DT Steve DeLong – Chicago Bears/San Diego Chargers (1965)

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DE Carl Eller – Minnesota Vikings (1964)

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LB Lee Roy Jordan – Dallas Cowboys (1963)

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T Fate Echols – St. Louis Cardinals (1962)

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DB Jimmy Johnson – San Francisco 49ers (1961)

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RB Jack Spikes – Pittsburgh Steelers (1960)

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RB Nick Pietrosante – Detroit Lions (1959)

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RB Walt Kowalczyk – Philadelphia Eagles (1958)

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RB Jim Brown – Cleveland Browns (1957)

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RB Joe Marconi – Los Angeles Rams (1956)

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T Frank Varrichione – Pittsburgh Steelers (1955)

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DB Stan Wallace – Chicago Bears (1954)

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RB Billy Anderson – Chicago Bears (1953)

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FB Ed Modzelewski – Pittsburgh Steelers (1952)

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C Jerry Groom – Chicago Cardinals (1951)

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HB/DB George Thomas – Washington Redskins (1950)

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RB Bob Gage – Pittsburgh Steelers (1949)

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QB Y.A. Tittle – Detroit Lions (1948)

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QB Ernie Case – Green Bay Packers (1947)

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RB Johnny Strzykalski – Green Bay Packers (1946)

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C Frank Szymanski – Detroit Lions (1945)

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HB Billy Hillenbrand – New York Giants (1944)

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B Steve Filipowicz – New York Giants (1943)

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B Spec Sanders – Washington Redskins (1942)

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B George Franck – New York Giants (1941)

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QB Doyle Nave – Detroit Lions (1940)

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B Bill Osmanski – Chicago Bears (1939)

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C Alex Wojciechowicz – Detroit Lions (1938)

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QB Sammy Baugh – Washington Redskins (1937)

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T Joe Stydahar – Chicago Bears (1936)

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6. QB Spencer Rattler, South Carolina

"Rattler's football career has been, let's say, turbulent. After a successful 2020 campaign at Oklahoma, he was benched for future Heisman winner Caleb Williams midway through the 2021 season despite leading the Sooners to five straight wins. During his two years as a starter at South Carolina, he showed the kind of strong arm (over 6,000 passing yards) and mobility (seven rushing scores) that should intrigue scouts, but his inconsistency (20 interceptions) led to mediocre team results (13-12 record). Mobile presents an excellent opportunity to impress scouts and coaches both on and off the field and earn grades worthy of Day 2 consideration."

5. Edge Cedric Johnson, Ole Miss

"Johnson is a strong edge defender who lined up all over the Rebels' front seven. He's been productive the past three seasons for Ole Miss, racking up 19 sacks and tracking down ball-carriers using his hustle and long strides. Johnson could force his way into the top-75 discussion, though, in pass-rush drills and 11-on-11 reps by showing the bend and short-area agility to beat tackles off the edge. He has the length and power to hold his own against NFL linemen as he matures, but demonstrating an ability to get off the ball and use quick hands to win on contact could push him into the second round."

4. DL Brandon Dorlus, Oregon

"Dorlus is listed at 290 pounds, which may be too small for some teams. He was used in various alignments in Oregon's scheme, proving too quick for most college interior linemen and using his low center of gravity to his advantage against taller tackles. If Dorlus wins with ease against this group of very good Senior Bowl tackles as well as guards in one-on-ones and 11-on-11 drills, NFL teams will care less about his on-field position and more about getting him on their roster via a top-50 selection."

3. WR Johnny Wilson, Florida State

"Wilson transferred from Arizona State to FSU for 2022, teaming up with Jordan Travis for a big first season (43-897-20.9, five TDs). His numbers dropped this season due to injury (41-617-15.0, two TDs in 10 games), so his work in Mobile figures to be an important part of his evaluation. Wilson's a major red-zone threat because of his height and large catch radius, and it's tough for corners to stay with him downfield once in his stride. To maximize his draft stock, however, he must consistently win contested catches and display the short-area quickness to separate from better defenders early in his route."

2. TE Theo Johnson, Penn State

"Tyler Warren stepped up his game in 2024 for the Nittany Lions, making Johnson a bit of an afterthought; Big Ten coaches voted Warren third-team all-conference, while Johnson was an honorable mention selection. Johnson's combination of size and athleticism will be on full display during Senior Bowl week, but demonstrating effort as a blocker and consistently snatching balls from the air will show scouts his potential as a Cole Kmet-type top 50 pick."

1. OT Javon Foster, Missouri

"This year's tackle class is deep with potential starters -- which is good news for the significant number of teams looking for new pass protectors. Foster has not generated as much buzz among analysts as the other top linemen at Mobile by most, but his length, strength and strong base give him the tools to be an outstanding starter. His anchor in pass pro and power as a run blocker are known but consistently displaying the balance and foot quickness to stay square to edge defenders and cut off the inside lane would be a boon to his odds of going in the top 50."