For new posts and be up to date to win $50 to Fanatics or Amazon. Felton was busy in 2021 for the Browns posting the second most punt returns in the NFL (32) while only recording two fair catches. The only defensive player to make this list gave us an impromptu 40-yard dash with this 40-yard interception return against the Lions in Week 4. Note: The music thats overlaid on the first video isnt suitable for some environments. His pass-protecting isnt yet a strength, but he made serious progress from a year ago, the kind of progress scouts will take notice of. Berrios finished the 2021 NFL season averaging 30.4 yards per kick return while also returning one kickoff 102 yards for a kick return touchdown. And like many of Michigans recent starting offensive linemen who are now starting in the NFL, Hayes has a high football IQ and an ability to read and react to opposing defenses. With that being said, he held his own as an outside CB in college and should easily transition into a solid slot CB in the pros. But a name has emerged in camp as a threat to both - KaVontae Turpin. There is a long list of stats that highlight what Johnston does. has been a solid kick returner, even taking one back for a touchdown last year. As a CB his comp is DJ Reed and as a returner, he is the best prospect to come out in recent memory. That early success was punctuated by this 62-yard touchdown scamper against the Broncos in Week 7. One of longest plays of the 2022 season also featured one of the fastest top speeds. 2 receiving option in an offense for teams without an elite quarterback. Kene Nwangwu -Hes been quite impressive on special teams, running two kicks back for touchdowns last season. Berrios finished the 2021 NFL season ranked 3rd in the NFL in average punt returns, posting a 13.4 total mark. He surrendered two touchdowns, intercepted one pass, returned a fumble for a touchdown and recorded 11 pass breakups. Possibly the most electrifying play in all of football, the kick return is a play that sets up the field position for the offense while also being a big play with one missed tackle or one perfect juke to find the hole. One of the best kick and punt returners in this years class, Jones took six back to the house during his time at Troy and Houston. 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. In addition, Duvernay ranked 1st in the NFL in average punt returns, recording a 13.8 average mark, 1st in the NFL in punt returns of at least 20 yards with six and also posted one return over 40 yards. Like right now. In terms of his NFL future, Bell made an impressive statement in 2022. 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. (who we will get to in the next section) are the only RB-eligible players so to return both. Over those 21 total punt returns, Raymond also finished 4. in punt return yards per return averaging 11.2 yards per return. 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. If Robbins can show similar power and consistency to the four other punters in attendance, he could put himself in position to land a meaningful UDFA opportunity, even if he isnt drafted in April. TRAVIS EATIN @swaggy_t1 A case could be made that Turner regressed in 2022. MORE: Full list of 2023 NFL Combine participants. Filling in place of 2021 stars Aidan Hutchinson and David Ojabo, Morris was a strong replacement. Once he creates that little cushion and the football is in his hands, you see the elusiveness that made him an effective kick returner. Kevin Hanson is contributing mock drafts and position rankings to The MMQB during the 2022 NFL draft season. 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. 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. He was also a vocal leader for Michigan, being named captain for the 2021 and 2022 seasons. One of the most exciting aspects of football is that any given play can end up being a touchdown. . Returning from an ACL injury that wiped out his 2021 season, Bell caught 62 of 97 targets for 892 yards and four touchdowns, and added 27 rushing yards and a touchdown. Considering Ohio State used Smith-Njigba almost exclusively out of the slot in 2021, that will likely be the role he lands in the NFL. 54 prospect in the draft in the eyes of both the NFL Mock Draft Database and The Athletics consensus big board. Antonio Gibson - He was slated to return kicks but the shooting incident with Brian Robinson may have changed things. 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. Has over 2,000 kick return yards and 6 TDs between Troy and Houston. IF YOU DIDN'T KNOW, TARIQ WOOLEN IS VERY FAST! Latest on New England Patriots cornerback Marcus Jones including news, stats, videos, highlights and more on ESPN One of our representatives will be in touch shortly. Team Reporter. Watch his highlights and try not to fall in love with this guy. Former Vol Jim Bob Cooter to be named the Colts' offensive coordinator. Yet if you look at Seattles roster right now, the only cornerback under contract beyond 2022 is last years 4th-round pick, Tre Brown. Kene Nwangwu leads the way as we rank the Top 10 NFL Kick Returners of the 2021-2022 season going into the 2023 NFL season. In addition, the Seahawks kick returner finished the season averaging 23.2 yards per kick return to go along with 764 total kick return yards. He glides on the football field, changing direction in an instant without sacrificing his big-play ability. You can do superflex, tight end premium, IDP. : Stream on NFL+ https://t.co/FWWyCS9aA1 pic.twitter.com/YyTvuJVl87. WebMeanwhile, the best team at returning punts, the Minnesota Vikings, averaged only 15.2 yards per return. Though Ive yet to find a league that allows points for this yet. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. He took a handoff to the right sideline and turned on the jets, leaving two defenders in the dust. HBCU Top 40 Players For 2022 NFL Draft. If Smith is within striking distance of those measurements in Indianapolis several of which would equate to position-group records in Combine history hewould come away as one of the biggest winners of the Combine. One of my leagues, an industry league called Draft With Giants, actually has DOUBLE points for kick and punt return yards. ANY of them could be cut (or traded) at an time with very little cost to the Seahawks. His return will bolster a defense that will be breaking in several new faces at all three levels, but has the talent to be one of the nation's best in 2022. For those that dont think CB is a need this year, here are the dead money cap hits for all of the players who are currently on the roster and are presumably competing for snaps at RCB, LCB, or SCB: Tre Brown was our 4th-round pick last year, played well before suffering a season-ending injury, and is presumably safe in 2022. Bell managed to be Michigans leading receiver in three separate seasons (2019, 2020, 2022) for three different quarterbacks. You can email us at any time at: support@fantasyalarm.com. He is also dependable when the ball is in the ait, tracking it like a GPS and always finding a way to snag it. 165in the NFL Mock Draft Database. Like several of Michigans current day three prospects, Oluwatimi heads to Indianapolis with an opportunity to show better athleticism than hes getting credit for. AP MVP: Patrick Mahomes. Tony Pollard- Tony Pollard has been a solid kick returner, even taking one back for a touchdown last year. The ultimate 2022 Seahawks targeted mock draft, Cigar Thoughts Podcast, Episode 74: Dave Softy Mahler, Seahawks trade down, still land Anthony Richardson in Mel Kipers latest Mock Draft, Report: Aaron Donkor signs with XFLs Houston Roughnecks. Nyheim Hines -Like Pollard, Hines is always sneaky in these formats. Hes sitting at 29.4 yards and the all time leader is Gale Sayers at 30.6. Prior to the 2023 NFL Draft, the most successful wideout from the Eagles program was Kelvin Martin (1987-96). Scott is one of the best athletes in the 2023 NFL Draft and was No. Mostly because I dont think Gardner will still be on the board when Seattle goes on the clock. Whether fans believe the Seahawks can compete while paying Geno Smith is irrelevant, because it all comes down to what Pete Carroll believes. Drawing a lot of NFL comparisons to Darnell Mooney, Dell should have a long NFL career as long as his body (165 pounds) holds up. Reagor finished the 2021 NFL season averaging 7.3 yards per punt to go along with the 8th most punt return yards (227) and 4th most returns of at least 20 yards (3). So Pollard might not be a lock for those duties this year. @D1__JW Overall, the Ravens star finished with 676 kick return yards and 24 returns of at least 20 yards. Also where DeAndre Carter, Tony Pollard, and more rank, By Fan Rankings | July 01, 2022 - 09:37 AM. Each of The top kickers are Evan McPherson of Florida, who is very accurate and the big-legged Riley Patterson from Memphis. Arizona Cardinals: Trent McDuffie, CB, Washington 24. As a junior in 2022, he had a modest 611 yards for an average of 13.3 yards per catch, with 2 TDs. : #SEAvsDET on FOX pic.twitter.com/e4IFG4IP06, MOCK DRAFT: Two picks in first round for Seattle. Cordarelle Patterson -Patterson surprisingly emerged as the starting running back for the Falcons last year but he says he wants to return kicks this year becausehe has some records in sight that he wants to break. 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. Scott combines game-breaking speed with impressive contact balance for his size and he moves around like hes playing on a joystick. First, drops were a big issue for him last season (11.8% drop rate) and there have been no real signs of improvement in three seasons. With Marquise Brown being traded, he could also factor in on offense a bit. 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. The rest, not so much. 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. Bounces off a tackle and stiff arms a defender to continue running for 10+ yards.#OnePride pic.twitter.com/ATo3R7lsbG. Schoonmaker is quietly rising up NFL mock draft boards as analysts hear more chatter about him among NFL teams. While hardly unathletic, a lack of testing times proving otherwise has Bell currently No. One of longest plays of the 2022 season also featured one of the fastest top speeds. And Seattles best cornerback from last season, D.J. 7/15/22: In 2021, Baringer averaged 48.4 yards per punt and notched a long of 74. As Addison lived up to his promise and Smith-Njigba was sidelined, players like Zay Flowers, Josh Downs and Jalin Hyatt delivered breakthrough seasons. For new posts and be up to date to win $50 to Fanatics or Amazon. He ranked second in the nation in deep yards (677), is one of the fastest players in the 2023 NFL Draft and his ability helps him feast when cornerbacks play off him. Unfortunately it was nullified by a holding penalty against Chiefs. : #JAXvsHOU on CBS @BreeceH Here are the best guys that meet that criteria. Malik Willis | Liberty Running Back (AP Photo/Sam Craft) 1. All speeds are listed in mph. Braxton Berrios, Jets Among players who DID qualify for the title, Berrios had the most yards per kick return with 30.4. Kenneth Gainwell -Gainwell carved himself out a role on offense last year on pass catching downs and, after the Eagles traded away Jalen Reagor, his name has been thrown out there as the primary kick returner. A recruit so out-of-nowhere that recruiting services didnt even have player profiles for him when he committed to Michigan, Schoonmaker took a few years to make his mark in Ann Arbor. Anytime you have a player who returns not one, but two kickoff returns for a touchdown in a season, it is easy to make a case for them as the best kick returner in the NFL. 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. 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. 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. It helped spark a massive comeback by Minnesota, culminating in a 33-30 overtime victory that included this memorable fourth-down catch by Justin Jefferson. But Hall tore his ACL and meniscus one quarter later, sidelining him for the rest of the season. He also got better each season at Michigan, leaving Ann Arbor as the Wolverines best receiver in a decade statistically, andwith a sincere impact on the program's culture as well. Only eight kick returners around the NFL managed to return a kick return for a touchdown during the 2021 NFL season. Harris posted 199 punt return yards on 21 punt returns. 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. Still to this day is the fastest ball carrier speed ever recorded by @NextGenStats pic.twitter.com/fKl4Y8bsG5. Sam Howell | North Carolina 5. Demetric Felton -Felton needs to be mentioned with this top group for a very specific reason - he and Tony Pollard (who we will get to in the next section) are the only RB-eligible players so to return both. The Chargers are promoting former Vols' assistant to defensive coordinator. Bell established himself as a leader early on in his career at Michigan due to his work ethic and commitment to maximizing practice opportunities. 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. Bringing you the bestFantasy Football content all year long. He redshirted his freshman season, then made two starts and played 257 snaps as a sophomore. 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. 1 signal-caller just finished up an MVP-caliber season in 2022. Another great return man. He averaged 13.8 yards per catch and scored 12 touchdowns, ending his collegiate career with his first 1,000-yard season. Hes also set to potentially return kicks making him even more interesting. 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. You can watch the video of the play by navigating to the 5:19 mark of the YouTube video found here. However, there are two concerns that really prevent Johnston from being viewed as an elite receiver prospect. in the NFL in average punt returns, recording a 13.8 average mark, 1. in the NFL in punt returns of at least 20 yards with six and also posted one return over 40 yards. Scouts really like Hayes competitive habits and physicality, and its hard to argue with the success of Michigans offensive line the last two seasons. Looking ahead at his NFL career, Downs size limits him to stick as a slot receiver. Waddle and his teammate Tyreek Hill are so fast, they make the Dolphins one of the most electric offenses in the league. Then, in 2021 and 2022, Hayes was Michigans full-time starting left tackle, making 26 starts and being named second-team All-Big Ten twice. And he is also in shouting distance of the record for highest average return yards per kick. Needless to say, Zay Flowers could surpass everything his fellow alums did. 2022 NFL Kickoff Return Statistics The following are the 2022 NFL Kickoff Return statistical leaders, sorted by kickoff return yards. What say the 12s? Hayes struggled as a pass-blocker in 2021, allowing three sacks and 24 other pressures in 427 pass-blocking snaps. Herbert finished the season tied for 7th in average kick return posting a mark of 24.1 yards per return. He showed he still has major wheels in Week 12 against the Jaguars. 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. Also where Devin Duvernay, Ray-Ray McCloud, and more rank, By Fan Rankings | July 02, 2022 - 05:18 PM. trade that could move him up the depth chart. Michigan wasnt necessarily asking Smith to lead the Wolverines pass-rush, instead having him be more of a reactor and anchoring presence up front. He started all 14 games for the Wolverines, was targeted 71 times, and allowed 33 receptions for 408 yards. What if the Seahawks selected a cornerback before #90? He booted a long of 72 yards. 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. With teams utilizing different punting schemes and prioritizing different things in the punting game, it can be hard to actually tell whose game could best translate to the next level. Rank below to be added in the Power Rankings. Reed, is now on the New York Jets roster, having signed a 3-year, $33M deal with them in free agency. Marcus Jones: Elite Cornerback & Nations Best Returner (5:28). Viewed as the No. Luckily, the 2022 NFL draft offers plenty of star power and depth at multiple positions on defense. Nigel Warrior: $0. 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). Be sure to also check out the bestfantasy promo codes on offer today! He earned honorable mention All-Big Ten for his efforts, then got even better as a senior. To go along with the 133 yards, Powell averaged 21 yards per return during the 2022 NFL season. As that is difficult to answer for just one player, we have compiled a list of the Top 10 NFL Kick Returners during the 2021-2022 NFL schedule. Unfortunately, Jakeem Grant will miss this season with an Achilles injury but there are a lot of other options out there. 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. How would you rank these Punt Returners going into the 2022-2023 NFL season? Carter finished ranked 2nd 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. Agnew was one of only eight kick returners who returned a kick for a touchdown last season. In receiving drills, Bell also has a chance to show why he was basically every Michigan quarterbacks favorite receiver over the last four years. Duvernay got his team off to the perfect start in Week 2 with a 103-yard kickoff return for a touchdown. In fact, pretty much the only times I dont select Jones are when another team takes him way too early. We also look at the key storylines facing each player ahead of the event. This year there are rumors of an Alexander Mattison trade that could move him up the depth chart. Michael Jackson Sr.: $0. One of the NFLs top dual threat returners is the New York Jets kick returner and punt returner Braxton Berrios. 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. In other words, if Moody wants a roster spot, hell likely need to show that his leg is only continuing to grow. Whatever your little heart desires. 3 graded run-blocking center in the country according to Pro Football Focus. 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. And he specificallynamed guys like Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle. For an optimal experience please rotate your device to portrait mode. Waddle may be known for his penguin celebration, but unlike penguins, he can absolutely fly. 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As the Cincinnati Bengals and Los Angeles Rams turn their attention to Super Bowl 56, the leagues other 30 teams are already thinking about the 2022 NFL Draft. In today's NFL, getting the fastest players the ball in space has become one of the key offensive strategies. 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. While undersized, he is a very good athlete who plays with balance, flexible hips, and explosive burst. On Sept.18, 2016 @cheetah reached a speed of 23.24 mph on a 105-yard kickoff return against the Texans. He eviscerated Utah, exploding for 347 receiving yards and three touchdowns. While many can debate who the best punt returner right now is, no real one answer can be used to answer that question. Get Sportsnaut First today! Top Kick Returners in 2022 NFL Draft Here are some of the top return prospects in the NFL Draft, listed in predicted draft order. Theres very little guesswork to Moodys game thanks to his sample size, and outside of currently active NFL kickers, it would be difficult to find a more consistent kicker on attempts inside 45 yards in the world right now. Hes also a legitimate 6-foot-6.5 with a 79.5-inch wingspan. Stats-wise, this diminutive powerhouse allowed opposing quarterbacks to complete only 50.45% of their passes against him the past 2 seasons and he had more INTs (6) than TDs allowed. CB Marcus Jones, Houston And he is also in shouting distance of the record for highest average return yards per kick. He really put his name on the map against Alabama, delivering a historic performance, with his speed proving far too much for the Crimson Tide secondary. Of note, all ages for the 2023 wide receiver prospects are for Week 1 of next season. 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. Other than that, there isnt really a flaw to his draft profile. 1 in draft class Punt return grade ranking: No. 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. In addition, the Bears running back finished the season with 650 total punt return yards, 16 kick returns of at least 20 yards and three returns of at least 40 plus yards. This is, of course, the point where I insert a comment about how the the current regime has never selected a cornerback higher than #90 overall (Shaquill Griffin, 2017) and tell you not to get your hopes up about that changing this year. For the first few months of the 2022 season, Hall looked set to run away with the Offensive Rookie of the Year award. After eclipsing 500 receiving yards with just nine touchdowns in six contests a year ago, Boutte netted 538 yards in 11 games last season. Scouts will be intrigued to see it in person, but Michigan strength and conditioning coach Ben Herbert reported that Smith, at 6-foot-3 and 337 pounds, has a vertical leap of 44 inches, a broad jump of 9-foot-4.5 inches, a 4.41-second shuttle time, a 6.95-second 3-cone drill, 11.90-second 60-yard shuttle time and does 22 reps of 325 pounds on the bench press. The reigning Fred Biletnikoff Award winner, Jalin Hyatt burst onto the scene with the Tennessee Volunteers in 2022. He had 1,109 combined yards last year with over 1,000 on kicks alone. Projected Round (2023): 5-7. When he gets loose in the open field, it's a terrifying sight for defenders. You might have a limited number of WR spots which gives him additional value. Boston College doesnt have a great track record when it comes to developing NFL wide receivers. While he was limited to 11 games, the first-team All-Pac 12 selection proved once again why he was one of the best wide receivers in college football. he is arguably the best route runner in the 2023 NFL Draft, knowing how to both position his body to create a favorable window and the right movement plus acceleration needed to create separation from defensive backs. The most recent report was that Dax Milne will likely now return both with Gibson back in line to start at running back. The TD helped lead the Pack to a 28-19 win. Tre Brown was our 4th-round pick Herbert who put together a solid season at the running back position also put together a strong kick return resume. Put him in the right scheme and his numbers will reflect that of a No. Isiah Pacheco -Pacheco is already a popular sleeper pick as someone that could carve out a pass-catching role for the Chiefs. DEVIN DUVERNAY RETURNS THE OPENING KICKOFF! may have changed things. See exclusives Sportsnaut videos on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok. In his first season with the Detroit Lions in 2021, Kalif Raymond took over the primary role as the teams leading punt returner. The former Clemson Tigers wide receiver has been busy over the past two seasons as the Pittsburgh Steelers primary returner both on punts and on kickoffs. WebHere is a list of return men in no specific order. His passer rating against was 63.3 in 2020 and 60.4 in 2021. 1 receiver. NFL teams certainly took notice of how easily the Georgia Bulldogs blanketed him (3 yards) in the national championship, too. 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. He has good size and a strong leg. Unfortunately for Smith-Njigba, injuries marred his 2022 campaign. He isnt undersized at 6-foot-3 and 307 pounds, but Oluwatimi doesnt come across as someone with eye-popping athleticism or length. This past season, evidence of his NFL-caliber leg began to appear. After making just 7 of 12 field goals of 40 or more yards his first four seasons on campus, Moody went 10 for 15 this season alone. Sadly, my gut tells me that my draft crush on the UWs Kyler Gordon is also going to be unrequited. But what if Seattle did make a splash move? One of those kick returning threats is the Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Jamal Agnew. Beset by hamstring problems in 2019 and 20. He beat out many higher-ranked tight end recruits in his time at Michigan,and has the tools to do so again with a good combine showing. After netting over 1,600 receiving yards combined as a sophomore and junior, Flowers put it all together as a senior. Mayes loss will be to the benefit of an NFL team. 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