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NFC WEST BUST OUT PLAYERS

Here are some players on each NFC West team that could be depended upon to have an increased role for the upcoming 2023 season, along with a projected look at the depth for the skill positions. 

ARIZONA CARDINALS

Last 5 Years

2022: 4-13 (4^th) | 2021: 11-6 (2^nd) | 2020: 8-8 (3^rd) | 2019: 5-10-1 (4^th) | 2018: 3-13 (4^th)

Projected Skill-Position Starters

QB Colt McCoy | RB James Conner | WR Marquis Brown | WR Rondale Moore | WR Greg Dortch | TE Zach Ertz  

The Cardinals have one of the more talent-depleted rosters around the league and enter a transitional year with new GM Monti Ossenfort and HC Jonathan Gannon. Expect lots of competition, as they attempt to bring in new players who fit their system. Arizona will attempt to squeeze the rock dry that is WR Rondale Moore. Blessed with tantalizing athleticism, Moore has teased the organization with small doses of electric playmaking ability and frequent appearances on the injury report. If Moore is unable to hold up, fellow WR Greg Dortch will be ready to step in. In fact, observers might argue that Dortch was the more effective player a year ago.

The 100^th overall selection of the 2022 NFL Draft, DE Myjai Sanders would appear to be an excellent value based on his rookie campaign. Sanders holds promising upside, earning four starts, while demonstrating the ability to stop the run, or get after the quarterback—he was even involved in a few turnovers. His role should increase significantly. Known as a defensive mastermind, Gannon will be tasked with making the most of DE Cameron Thomas. The Cardinals pass-rush was non-existent for most of the season, there is nowhere to go but up.

LOS ANGELES RAMS

Last 5 Years

2022: 5-12 (3^rd) | 2021: 12-5 (1^st) | 2020: 10-6 (2^nd) | 2019: 9-7 (3^rd) | 2018: 13-3 (1^st)

Projected Skill-Position Starters

QB Matthew Stafford | RB Cam Akers | WR Cooper Kupp | WR Van Jefferson | WR Ben Skowronek | TE Tyler Higbee 

It says a lot about the commitment of Rams HC Sean McVey whose speculative TV contract offers were rumored to be significantly more than his listed $14M annual deal in Los Angeles. Look for the now middle-aged genius to reinvent the Rams offensive identity. One player expected to be involved much more is WR Lance McCutcheon, who led the NFL preseason in receiving. McCutcheon primarily played on special teams before a season-ending shoulder injury. However, he is expected to thrive in the wide open attack. The same could be said for third-year WR Ben Skowronek who also fell victim to injury late in the season. Skowronek has shown spurts of explosiveness and can play vertically on the outside. He is being counted on to provide consistency.

The Rams will need contributions on the defensive side of the ball as well, if they are to get back to their championship contending ways. Despite a small school pedigree, fourth round pick CB Cobie Durant looks to be a prime time player. The dynamic defender enjoyed a fabulous freshman season with three interceptions, including one pick-six return for touchdown. He has already proven to be one of the best steals of the 2022 draft. 

SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS

Last 5 Years

2022: 13-4 (1^st) | 2021: 10-7 (3^rd) | 2020: 6-10 (4^th) | 2019: 13-3 (1^st) | 2018: 4-12 (3^rd)

Projected Skill-Position Starters

QB Brock Purdy | RB Christian McCaffrey | WR Deebo Samuel | WR Brandon Aiyuk | WR Jauan Jennings | TE George Kittle

No one maximized the most of their offensive parts than 49ers HC Kyle Shanahan. We know what WR Deebo Samuel and WR Brandon Aiyuk can do when healthy. However, depth, injuries and consistency plagued the WR unit during various spurts of the season. Enter third-year WR Jauan Jennings who saw spot duty in parts of last season. His big, physical presence provides QB Brock Purdy with another reliable possession target in addition to TE George Kittle. The more options Purdy has at his disposal, the more effective he can be. After a bumpy rookie season, OG Aaron Banks was able to rewrite the script in year two, stepping in as a full-time starter. His rapid improvement has led to some within the organization who believe Banks could develop into an All-Pro player.

San Francisco hired DC Steve Wilks to replace DeMeco Ryans, who accepted the Texans HC job. Wilks brings nearly two decades of experience as a DB coach, which is great news for CB Samuel Womack III. The aggressive ball-hawk has provided glimpses of being a sly cover man in the slot. Look for a bump in interceptions during his second season in the pros. 

SEATTLE SEAHAWKS

Last 5 Years 

2022: 9-8 (2^nd) | 2021: 7-10 (4^th) | 2020: 12-4 (1^st) | 2019: 11-5 (2^nd) | 2018: 10-6 (2^nd)  

Projected Skill-Position Starters

QB Geno Smith | RB Kenneth Walker III | WR DJ Metcalf | WR Tyler Lockett | WR Jaxson Smith-Njigba | TE Noah Fant 

Just when every analyst and expert had the Seahawks buried, they proved to reload once again, finding success with career journeyman QB Geno Smith. The 2022 Comeback Player of the Year is back in the saddle for at least another season and once again, Seattle will turn to some of the influx of young talent around him. Entering his fourth season, RB DeeJay Dallas is just 24 years old and has bided his time patiently. The path has been cleared for him to finally see an increase in carries, as the offense looks to take advantage of his jackknife tools. It is officially boom-or-bust time for third-year WR Dee Eskridge. He has appeared in just 20 games during his first two seasons but Seattle took the speedster in the second round because they believed in his ability to stretch the defense. They need him to provide the occasional deep threat to keep opponents honest.

If the switch turns on for OLB Boye Mafe, watch out! His burst off the edge is impressive, as evident by his three sacks as a rookie. The coaching staff is anticipating a giant leap in production with his improved strength and conditioning entering 2023. 

This article originally appeared in Lindy’s 2023 Pro Football Magazine, now available here.

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NFL DRAFT BIBLE 2024 PRESEASON CB BIG BOARD

In addition to having potentially the best name in the class, Alabama CB Kool-Aid McKinstry also projects as the best cornerback in the Class of 2024. He can run with just about any receiver, is refreshingly physical with receivers and does a nice job affecting throw windows. Texas A&M CB Tony Grimes was once a highly touted prospect and a reset for him at a new school could propel this speedy corner back to the top of draft boards. Although Penn State CB Kalen King is not as big as the typical corner in the NFL, he possesses elite body control and blankets receivers in man coverage. Iowa CB Caelen Carson is a bigger defensive back who could end up moving to safety—he takes great angles to the ball and breaks quickly to the spot. Meanwhile, Ohio State CB Denzel Burke and Rutgers CB Max Melton each play slightly different styles of football (Burke is a bully in man coverage who beats up receivers, while Melton is an agile corner who can mirror wideouts) but both are plausible 2024 first-round candidates headed into the season, alongside Georgia CB Kamari Lassiter.

RANK | PLAYER | SCHOOL | YEAR | HEIGHT | WEIGHT | FORTY 

1. Kool-Aid McKinstry, Alabama, Jr, 6010, 195, 4.37

2. Kamari Lassiter, Georgia, Jr, 6000, 180, 4.48

3. Kalen King, Penn State, Jr, 5110, 188, 4.47

4. Cooper DeJean, Iowa, Jr, 6010, 209, 4.49

5. Max Melton, Rutgers, rJr, 5110, 190, 4.50

6. Denzel Burke, Ohio State, Jr, 6010, 190, 4.49

7. Terrion Arnold, Alabama, rSo, 6000, 196, 4.48

8. TJ Tampa, Iowa State, Sr, 6010, 198, 4.45

9. Jason Marshall Jr, Florida, Jr, 6000, 198, 4.37

10. Javon Bullard, Georgia, Jr, 5110, 180, 4.45

11. DJ James, Auburn, Sr, 5115, 174, 4.49

12. Nehemiah Pritchett, Auburn, Sr, 6000, 179, 4.43

13. Ja’Quan Sheppard, Maryland, rSr, 6020, 200, 4.46

14. Nate Wiggins, Clemson, Jr, 6016, 185, 4.47

15. Josh Newton, TCU, rSr, 5107, 188, 4.43

16. Fentrell Cypress II, Virginia, rJr, 5110, 182, 4.55

17. Tony Grimes, Texas A&M, Sr, 6000, 195, 4.40

18. Keionte Scott, Auburn, rJr, 6000, 185, 4.39

19. Caelen Carson, Wake Forest, rJr, 6000, 195, 4.53

20. Tyreek Chappell, Texas A&M, Jr, 5100, 185, 4.53

21. Ennis Rakestraw Jr., Missouri, rJr, 6000, 176, 4.50

22. Zy Alexander, LSU, Sr, 6010, 185, 4.45

23. Darian Chestnut, LSU, Jr, 6000, 198, 4.52

24. Decamerion Richardson, Mississippi State, Sr, 6022, 193, 4.40

25. Kris Abrams-Draine, Missouri, Sr, 5110, 178, 4.46

26. JK Johnson, LSU, rSo, 5116, 179, 4.48

27. Cam Hart, Notre Dame, rSr, 6025, 198, 4.40

28. Josh Proctor, Ohio State, rSr, 6011, 205, 4.54

29. Andru Phillips, Kentucky, rJr, 5112, 190, 4.42

30. Jeremiah Walker, Stephen F. Austin, Sr, 6000, 190, 4.52

31. Tahveon Nicholson, Illinois, rJr, 5110, 180, 4.50

32. Cobee Bryant, Kansas, Sr, 5116, 175, 4.49

33. Mike Sainristill, Michigan, Sr, 5095, 182, 4.37

34. Quinyon Mitchell, Toledo, rJr, 6000, 200, 4.45

35. Christian Roland-Wallace, USC, Sr, 5113, 201, 4.52

36. Storm Duck, Louisville, rSr, 6001, 195, 4.50 

37. Deantre Prince, Mississippi, Sr, 6002, 182, 4.44

38. Jarvis Brownlee, Louisville, rJr, 5101, 186, 4.48

39. Sheridan Jones, Clemson, rSr, 6002, 190, 4.53

40. Fred Davis, UCF, Sr, 6002, 200, 4.55

41. Marcellas Dial, South Carolina, Sr, 5116, 195, 4.53

42. Malcolm Greene, Virginia, rSr, 5095, 195, 4.50 

43. Latrell McCutchin, USC, Jr, 6005, 190, 4.47

44. Jahdae Barron, Texas, Sr, 5110, 193, 4.47

45. John Dixon, Penn State, Sr, 5113, 195, 4.52

46. Dwight McGlothern, Arkansas, Sr, 6015, 190, 4.53

47. Aydan White, North Carolina State, rJr, 5115, 185, 4.52 

48. Ryan Watts, Texas, Sr, 6020, 210, 4.49

49. Dontae Manning, Oregon, rJr, 5102, 189, 4.42

50. Ro Torrence, Arizona State, rJr, 6025, 210, 4.56

51. Brandon Johnson, Duke, Jr, 5092, 177, 4.40

52. Alijah Huzzie, North Carolina, rJr, 5096, 200, 4.55

53. Shyheim Battle, North Carolina State, rJr, 6016, 195, 4.56

54. Zemaiah Vaughn, Utah, Sr, 6021, 175, 4.46

55. Jabbar Muhammad, Washington, Sr, 5091, 181, 4.53

56. Jalen Kimber, Florida, rJr, 5116, 178, 4.50

57. Jordan Hancock, Ohio State, Jr, 6005, 185, 4.47

58. Khyree Jackson, Oregon, rSr, 6021, 198, 4.54

59. Teldrick Ross, Middle Tennessee, rSr, 5095, 190, 4.55

60. Antonio Carter, Notre Dame, rSr, 6010, 200, 4.52

61. Trey Amos, Alabama, rJr, 6000, 200, 4.48

62. Nohl Williams, California, Sr, 5115, 185, 4.52

63. Damarius McGhee, Kansas, Jr, 5116, 170, 4.47

64. Chau Smith-Wade, Washington State, Sr, 5100, 185, 4.53

65. Khalil Baker, North Carolina Central, Sr, 5116, 185

66. MJ Devonshire, Pittsburgh, rSr, 5111, 190, 4.50

67. Kamal Hadden, Tennessee, Sr, 6011, 189, 4.48

68. Max Williams, USC, rSr, 5086, 185, 4.50

69. Tarheeb Still, Maryland, Sr, 5115, 181, 4.47

70. Jaydon Hill, Florida, rSr, 5117, 188, 4.47

71. Trikweze Bridges, Oregon, rSr, 6021, 199, 4.51

72. Rayshad Williams, Texas Tech, rSr, 6017, 191, 4.53

73. Malik Dunlap, Texas Tech, rSr, 6024, 220, 4.59

74. Willie Drew, Virginia State, 6000, 180, 4.50

75. Jarius Monroe, Tulane, Sr, 6006, 204, 4.57

NFL DRAFT BIBLE 2024 PRESEASON S BIG BOARD

Miami S Kamren Kinchens was a first-team All American safety in 2022 and could end up being a first-round pick in 2024 with another successful season. He makes up for a lack of size with a ball-hawk instinct that allows him to force turnovers regularly. His teammate, Miami S James Williams, is listed at 6-foot-4 and runs nearly as fast as any other safety in the class; if he can translate his athletic talent into stellar play, he won’t have to wait very long to hear his name called. A few superstar safeties return for another season: Ohio State S Lathan Ransom, Alabama S Malachi Moore, Tennessee S Jalen Catalon and Kansas S Kenny Logan Sr. All four players should benefit from laying down another year of film. For Ransom, he has been somewhat inconsistent but when he puts it all together in pass coverage, he’s one of the best safeties in the nation.  In addition, one of the most underrated players in the class is Southern Miss S Jay Stanley; he is the uncommon box safety with the ability to terrorize quarterbacks in pass coverage

RANK | PLAYER | SCHOOL | YEAR | HEIGHT | WEIGHT | FORTY 

1. Tyler Nubin, Minnesota, Sr, 6020, 210, 4.52

2. Andrew Mukuba, Clemson, Jr, 6000, 185, 4.52

3. Kamren Kinchens, Miami, Jr, 5100, 202, 4.50

4. Lathan Ransom, Ohio State, Sr, 6001, 207, 4.50

5. Rod Moore, Michigan, Jr, 5110, 185, 4.47

6. Calen Bullock, USC, Jr, 6020, 190, 4.49

7. Malachi Moore, Alabama, Sr, 6000, 198, 4.50

8. Cole Bishop, Utah, Jr, 6020, 206, 4.52

9. Beau Brade, Maryland, Sr, 6000, 200, 4.45

10. James Williams, Miami, Jr, 6040, 224, 4.51

11. Kenny Logan Jr., Kansas, rSr, 5110, 210, 4.56

12. Bud Clark, TCU, rJr, 6010, 190, 4.53

13. Jack Howell, Colorado State, 5096, 200, 4.54

14. Billy Bowman, Oklahoma, Jr, 5100, 190, 4.42

15. Jaden Hicks, Washington State, rSo, 6021, 209

16. Jalen Catalon, Arkansas, rSr, 5110, 201, 4.49

17. Demani Richardson, Texas A&M, Sr, 6004, 214, 4.50

18. Akeem Dent, Florida State, rSr, 6010, 195, 4.48

19. Jay Stanley, Southern Mississippi, rSr, 6020, 215, 4.60

20. Donovan McMillon, Pittsburgh, Jr, 6016, 210, 4.52

21. Major Burns, LSU, Sr, 6016, 191, 4.50

22. Ja'Had Carter, Ohio State, Sr, 6006, 206, 4.53

23. Kitan Oladapo, Oregon State, rSr, 6020, 213, 4.53

24. Al Blades Jr., Duke, rSr, 6002, 188, 4.56 

25. Cam Allen, Purdue, rSr, 6010, 195, 4.57

26. Patrick McMorris, California, Sr, 6002, 207, 4.56

27. Xavier Henderson, Michigan State, rSr, 6010, 210, 4.57

28. Kendal Daniels, Oklahoma State, rSo, 6032, 205, 4.53

29. Josh DeBerry, Texas A&M, rSr, 5110, 177, 4.48

30. Sage Ryan, LSU, rSo, 5096, 203, 4.49

31. Malik Mustapha, Wake Forest, Jr, 5100, 205, 4.59

32. Tysheem Johnson, Oregon, Jr, 5100, 200, 4.52

33. Rashad Wisdom, UTSA, rSr, 5084, 205, 4.56

34. Yam Banks, South Alabama, Sr, 5116, 204, 4.57

35. Isheem Young, Mississippi, rSr, 5096, 215, 4.54

36. Derrick Davis, Pittsburgh, Jr, 6002, 210, 4.54

37. Evan Williams, Oregon, rSr, 5116, 194, 4.55

38. Key Lawrence, Oklahoma, Sr, 6000, 210, 4.50

39. Daylan Carnell, Missouri, rSo, 6010, 218, 4.56

40. Jaylon Carlies, Missouri, Sr, 6027, 225, 4.52

41. Marcus Fuqua, Buffalo, rSr, 6000, 195, 4.56

42. Craig Woodson, California, rSr, 5116, 210, 4.50

43. Greg Brooks, LSU, rSr, 5090, 182, 4.43

44. Reggie Pearson, Oklahoma, 5095, 200, 4.57 

45. PJ Jules, Southern Illinois, Sr, 5114, 199, 4.55

46. De’Rickey Wright, Vanderbilt, Sr, 6026, 225, 4.73

47. Anthony Wilson, West Virginia, rSr, 5095, 200, 4.64

48. Corey Collier, Nebraska, rSo, 6010, 179, 4.48

49. Makari Paige, Michigan, Sr, 6030, 197, 4.52

50. Tra Fluellen, Middle Tennessee State, Sr, 6007, 209, 4.52

51. Durante Jones, UConn, Jr, 6006, 205, 452

52. Myles Sims, Georgia Tech, rSr, 6025, 183, 4.52

53. Maxen Hook, Toledo, Sr, 6005, 207, 4.58

54. Alfahiym Walcott, Arkansas, rSr, 6014, 214, 4.50

55. Myles Harden, South Dakota, Sr, 5110, 192, 4.54

56. Woodi Washington, Oklahoma, rSr, 5105, 193, 4.52

57. Lawrence Johnson, SE Missouri, 5115, 197, 4.55

58. Dominique Hampton, Washington, rSr, 6021, 227, 4.54

59. Noah Plack, Connecticut, rSr, 6007, 226, 4.62  

60. Kendren Smith, Pennsylvania, Sr, 6010, 205, 4.64

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