The Draft Network recently released an updated top 100 prospect rankings ahead of the NFL Scouting Combine. Our scouts have spent countless months and hours scouting 250-plus prospects, culminating in their latest collaborative top 100. Several updates will arrive prior to April's 2025 NFL Draft.
I've identified a handful of prospects who I believe were ranked too low in our scouts’ latest Big Board update.
Luther Burden III, WR, Missouri (No. 33)
It was a difficult and disappointing season for Luther Burden III. After recording 86 receptions for 1,212 yards and nine touchdowns throughout 2023, his production was downscaled this past campaign, totaling 61 catches for 676 yards and six end-zone visits. That makes Burden's evaluation a difficult one. Though he needs to take responsibility, inconsistent quarterbacks also contributed to his downgrade. He's still a dynamic, alignment-versatile athlete who belongs in the first round. He’ll be an incredibly difficult assignment out of the slot as a volume pass-catcher at the next level.
Armand Membou, OT, Missouri (No. 42)
Everyone is still sorting through the offensive tackle class. Positional questions dominate conversations about perceived top prospects. Missouri’s Armand Membou deserves to be in that conversation. It's a shame an illness prevented Membou from participating in this year's Senior Bowl. The Tigers standout would probably be ranked higher by our scouts than this had he impressed in Mobile. On tape, he's a plug-and-play right tackle who utilizes length and mass to generate movement.
Wyatt Milum, OL, West Virginia (No. 76)
Wyatt Milum was inconsistent at this year's Senior Bowl, but I'm opting to trust the tape. Milum was terrific as a multi-year starter at West Virginia. Scouts are projecting him to move from offensive tackle to guard due to a lack of desired arm length. An acclimation period is expected, but he's an athletic offensive lineman with above-average starting potential who will improve an interior offensive line next season. He's roughly a top-50 player on my personal big board.
Princely Umanmielen, EDGE, Ole Miss (No. 84)
This class features a deep pool of edge-rushing talent. Ole Miss’ Princely Umanmielen shouldn't get lost in the mix. A 2024 transfer from Florida, Umanmielen put forth a career-best season, recording a personal-high 10.5 sacks. The Austin, Texas native pairs first-step quickness and explosiveness with instincts. Double-digit sacks could become an annual accomplishment. He should be selected within the opening 50 selections, particularly as one of the premier pass rushers likely to still be available on day two.
Omarr Norman-Lott, DT, Tennessee (No. 88)
Omarr Norman-Lott is a player worth betting on with tremendous upside. No. 88 overall isn't downright disrespectful, but the performance ceiling warrants a ranking approximately 25 spots higher than this. Norman-Lott possesses a blend of size, strength, and quickness that allows him to flash occasional dominance both as a run-stopper and as a pass rusher. He was a standout for the Tennessee Volunteers over these past two campaigns after transferring from Arizona State, accumulating 9.5 sacks. The upside is evident via his slashing, violent play style.
