Browns 2018 draft picks by NFLDraftScout

[LondonBrown]

#1. Baker Mayfield, QB, position rank #3

 

Oklahoma 6005 | 215 lbs. | rSR. Austin, Texas (Lake Travis) 4/14/1995 (age 23.0)

 

YEAR (GP/GS) CP-ATT CP% YDS TD INT CAR YDS AVG TD

2013: (8/7) 218-340 64.1 2,315 12 9 88 190 2.2 3 (Texas Tech)

2014: Sat out due to transfer rules (Oklahoma)

2015: (13/13) 269-395 68.1 3,700 36 7 141 405 2.9 7 (Oklahoma)

2016: (13/13) 254-358 71.0 3,965 40 8 78 177 2.3 6 (Oklahoma)

2017: (14/13) 285-404 70.5 4,627 43 6 97 311 3.2 5 (Oklahoma)

Total: (48/46) 1,026-1,497 68.5 14,607 131 30 404 1,083 2.7 21

 

HT WT ARM HAND WING 40-YD 20-YD 10-YD VJ BJ SS 3C BP

COMBINE 6005 215 30 1/4 09 1/4 73 3/8 4.84 2.84 1.72 29 09’03” 4.28 7.00 -

PRO DAY N/A (positional drills only) 

 

STRENGTHS: Quick-footed athlete with subtle pocket maneuvers and instinctive scrambling skills…holds a graduate degree in working off-script, buying time, throwing from different platforms and using various arm angles…requisite arm strength to zip throws into tight areas…quick load-and-fire delivery motion…above average processing speed to make whole field reads and anticipate windows…gives his receivers a chance to make a play with his timing and ball placement…displays natural touch on throws to the outside and deep…short memory and doesn’t dwell on mistakes…toughness (mental and physical) and competitive drive not question marks for this player…unfazed by the blitz and trusts his internal clock…thrives when the lights are the brightest…carries himself with infectious energy that other

players follow…supreme confidence (walked on at two different FBS power-five schools) and was a two-time winner of the Burlsworth Trophy (most outstanding player who began career as a walk-on)…father (James) was a collegiate quarterback at Houston (1967-69)…production improved each of his four seasons as a collegiate starter, setting the Oklahoma single-season record for total offense (4,938 – 2017) and career record for completion percentage (69.8%) – his career passing touchdown total (131) is tied for fourth-best in FBS history.

WEAKNESSES: Shorter than ideal with a lower release point…routinely throws without setting his feet and relies more on his arm than body mechanics to deliver fastballs, which works for him more times than not, but will also result in inaccurate throws…frantic eyes and moves too quickly through his reads, leading to missed open receivers or failure to locate disguised coverages…inconsistent reading blitzes pre-snap…bad habit of holding the ball too long and takes sacks he shouldn’t...benefited from strong offensive line play at Oklahoma…fumbled 12 times at Oklahoma with too many examples of him being careless with the ball when scrambling…lacks ideal body mass and his never-surrender style leads to unnecessary hits on his frame – didn’t miss any games the past three seasons at Oklahoma,

but battled several minor injuries, including a bruised right (throwing) shoulder (Oct. 2017) that kept him from practicing for several weeks…edgy, confrontational personality and needs to develop thicker skin and better control his emotions to prevent lapses in judgement – suspended the first series of the 2017 West Virginia game following his actions (grabbing his crotch and yelling obscenities toward the opponent) vs. Kansas (Nov. 2017) the week prior…needs to mature on and off the field – arrested and charged (Feb. 2017) with public intoxication, disorderly conduct, resisting arrest and fleeing after Washington County (Ark.) police responded to an assault report and Mayfield attempted to run from authorities…left Texas Tech on poor terms due to “miscommunication” with the coaching staff and was forced to hire a lawyer to gain his release from the program to receive a scholarship from Oklahoma…benefited from a fast-break spread offensive system in a conference with below average defensive play that helped inflate his production – inexperienced under center.

SUMMARY: A three-year starter at Oklahoma, Mayfield arrived in Norman at the same time as Lincoln Riley (offensive coordinator in 2015-16, head coach in 2017), forming a lethal offensive tandem with the Sooners’ up-tempo, spread scheme that resulted in a 34-6 record over the last three seasons, including two College Football Playoff appearances and three Big 12 Championships. With his awards and accolades, he has an extensive resume and is the only player in FBS history with 13,500+ passing yards and 1,000+ rushing yards and set a Big 12 record with a touchdown pass in 40 straight games (every game of his OU career). Although his ordinary height and body type aren’t ideal, Mayfield has a NFL-level arm with developed touch and accuracy downfield that translates very well to the pro game. One of Mayfield’s best traits is his playmaking ability outside of structure, using his scrambling instincts to improvise when the pocket breaks down. He appears crazed in his movements, but Mayfield has the mental processing speed to stay composed. He is the type of fearless, locked-in competitor that you don’t bet against, but his maturity level is a concern because he doesn’t know how to turn off his competitive nature – it’s how he is wired on and off the field, leading to situations of questionable judgement.

Overall, Mayfield’s brash personality won’t be ideal for every situation and his long-term durability is a concern, but he has the necessary passing traits, both physical and mental, to be a winning starter in the NFL, stylistically similar to Jeff Garcia. 

GRADE: 1st Round (#10 overall)

[LondonBrown]

#4. Denzel Ward, CB, position rank #2

 

Ohio State 5107 | 183 lbs. | JR. Macedonia, Ohio (Nordonia) 4/28/1997 (age 21.0) 

 

YEAR (GP/GS) TKLS TFL SACK FF PD INT

2015: (11/0) 7 0.0 0.0 0 0 0

2016: (13/0) 23 0.0 0.0 0 9 0

2017: (13/13) 37 2.0 0.0 0 17 2

Total: (37/13) 67 2.0 0.0 0 26 2 

HT WT ARM HAND WING 40-YD 20-YD 10-YD VJ BJ SS 3C BP

COMBINE 5107 183 31 1/4 08 3/4 74 3/4 4.32 2.48 1.47 39 11’00” - - 16

PRO DAY N/A (positional drills only)

 

STRENGTHS: Quick-twitch athlete with explosive movements in any direction…owns track speed with immediate acceleration to close gaps – the “fastest guy” at Ohio State during the Urban Meyer era, according to OSU strength and conditioning coach Mikey Marotti…sudden, but composed with swivel hips and velvet feet to stay in phase with elusive receivers…quick trigger once he sinks to click-and-close…lower body muscles to spring, leap and burst…football intelligence grows with every snap, learning and recognizing routes quicker…plays the catch point well with his back turned to the quarterback – quick hands and judgement to disrupt…looks to jab in press coverage…stings in run support, lowering his pads and arriving with purpose…better core strength and toughness than most his size…utilizes his speed on special teams, blocking a punt vs. Penn State (Oct. 2017) and an extra point at Michigan (Nov. 2017)…collected 26 passes defended the past two seasons…quiet, humble individual, but strong competitive spirit – wears jersey No. 12, the same number his father (Paul, who died in 2016 of cardiac arrest) wore in high school…coachable and worked hard to add nearly 60 pounds the last five years, developing his muscle tone. 

WEAKNESSES: Lacks ideal height for the outside, creating mismatch issues vs. bigger targets…works hard in the weight room, but lacks ideal bulk and limb strength…bad habit of grabbing cloth at the line of scrimmage or near the top of routes…plays well with his back to the ball, but needs to do a better job turning his head to locate, which is one of the reasons he collected only two career interceptions…improved jam technique, but still requires fundamental work in press coverage…occasionally plays small as a run defender due to average finishing strength, letting ballcarriers out of his grasp…wild tackling angles at times, overpursuing targets…sticks to blockers on the perimeter with his lack of ideal size/strength limiting his ability to shed.

SUMMARY: A two-year starter at Ohio State, Ward came off the bench in 2016, but he was basically a sophomore starter (along with Lattimore and Conley) before becoming Ohio State’s top corner in 2017, playing primarily left cornerback in the Buckeyes’ press-quarters man scheme – also saw snaps at right corner and in the slot with the Buckeyes’ issues covering tight ends in the second half of the 2017 season. A speed demon with twitchy athleticism, Ward competes with the balance, patience and movement skills to mirror receivers in press coverage, also showing a decisive reactor to make plays on the ball. His lack of size and build immediately stands out, but he plays such tight coverage on film that it usually must be a perfect throw to complete the pass. 

Overall, Ward’s lack of inches shows at times in coverage and as a run defender, but he is a premier athlete with the budding instincts and required toughness to be trusted vs. NFL receivers on an island, either on the outside or in the slot – one of the top defensive prospects in the 2018 draft class.

 

GRADE: 1st Round (#5 overall)

[LondonBrown]

#33. Austin Corbett, OT, position rank #5

 

Nevada 6043 | 306 lbs. | rSR. Sparks, Nev. (Reed) 9/5/1995 (age 22.7) 

 

YEAR (GP/GS)

2013: Redshirted

2014: (13/12) 12 LT

2015: (13/13) 13 LT

2016: (12/12) 12 LT

2017: (12/12) 12 LT

Total: (50/49) 49 LT 

HT WT ARM HAND WING 40-YD 20-YD 10-YD VJ BJ SS 3C BP

COMBINE 6043 306 33 1/8 10 1/2 78 7/8 5.15 2.96 1.76 28 08’10” 4.50 7.87 19

PRO DAY N/A (positional drills only) 

STRENGTHS: Checks boxes for with his frame, arm length and hand size, carrying his 310-pounds well…introduces various hand tactics to achieve leverage and keep defenders guessing…relies on his punch/reach to initiate contact…latches on and looks to control defenders…rolls his hips at contact and runs his feet to generate power and move bodies in the run game…very smart on and off the field with the awareness to adjust on the move…enough lateral quickness to run defenders wide of the pocket…competes with NFL toughness and a finishing attitude that endears him to coaches…two-time team captain with top-notch character and leadership skills…graduated with his undergraduate degree (May 2017) and got married the next day – currently working on his master’s in biology and hopes to become an orthopedic surgeon after football…played in 50 games over his career, including 48 straight starts at left tackle. 

WEAKNESSES: Plays top-heavy with excessive forward lean…bad habit of over-setting in pass protection, falling off blocks…tight-hipped and lacks ideal body control to counter athletic rushers…struggles to reset and sink if he doesn’t land his initial punch…not a poor athlete, but not explosive either with minimal room for error in his steps…technique tends to break down vs. speed…excellent vision can be negated when he ducks his head and loses sight of the target…played both left and right tackle in college, but inexperienced inside at guard or center. 

SUMMARY: A four-year starter at Nevada, Corbett was a mainstay at left tackle for the Wolfpack, earning All-Conference honors the last three years. A two-year team captain, he has the professional make-up and mature leadership traits ready for a NFL locker room. While there are some questions about his inline power, Corbett is a technician in pass pro and as a run blocker, displaying violent hands – and better yet, he understands how to use them. His athleticism is best described as average with hip tightness that hurt his recovery skills, but his high intelligence helps mask those issues. 

Overall, Corbett played exclusively on the edges in college, but his pedigree and skill-set are ideally suited inside at center or guard where he projects as a long-term NFL starter. 

GRADE: 2nd-3rd Round (#74 overall)

[LondonBrown]

#35. Nick Chubb, RB, position rank #6

 

Georgia 5107 | 227 lbs. | SR. Cedartown, Ga. (Cedartown) 12/27/1995 (age 22.3)

 

YEAR (GP/GS) CAR YDS AVG TD REC YDS AVG TD

2014: (13/8) 219 1,547 7.1 14 18 213 11.8 2

2015: (6/6) 92 747 8.1 7 4 32 8.0 1

2016: (13/11) 224 1,130 5.0 8 5 86 17.2 1

2017: (15/15) 223 1,345 6.0 15 4 30 7.5 0

Total: (47/40) 758 4,769 6.3 44 31 361 11.6 4

 

HT WT ARM HAND WING 40-YD 20-YD 10-YD VJ BJ SS 3C BP

COMBINE 5107 227 32 09 5/8 73 5/8 4.52 2.67 1.62 38 1/2 10’08” 4.25 7.09 29

PRO DAY N/A (positional drills only)

 

STRENGTHS: Desired build with thick legs and hips…impressive core strength…runs physical and delivers blows mid-rush…finishes with low pads and forward lean, carrying tacklers for a few extra yards…above average run balance, vision and cutting ability to make quick decisions based on his reads…strong footwork in the hole to plant-and-go, keeping his eyes and feet in sync…smooth lateral cuts and quickly regains his momentum…sees through the first defender and locates blocks, setting up his second and third moves…professional work habits since high school and pushes himself in the weight room…highly productive and finished his collegiate career ranked top-3 in the SEC in rushing yards – tied Herschel Walker for the SEC record with 13-straight 100-yard games…football bloodlines – father (Henry) played at Valdosta State; uncle (Aaron) played at Georgia; cousin (Brandon) has spent time on NFL practice squads last two seasons; cousin (Bradley) is a first round prospect in the 2018 draft class…three-time team captain…developed mental toughness dealing with his sophomore knee injury. 

WEAKNESSES: Not a dynamic start-stop athlete in space…moves with one consistent speed, but lacks explosive gears…gets himself in trouble when he stops his feet in the backfield…shows soft hands when targeted, but wasn’t a high volume receiving threat in college (31 career catches – over half from his freshman season)…ball security improved (zero fumbles in 2017), but still room to get better with eight fumbles his first three seasons…featured runner most of his career, but benefited from deep backfields, allowing him to have fresh legs – only one game with 20+ touches as a senior…medicals will be important after his ugly knee injury (Oct. 2015), tearing the PCL, MCL and LCL (but not the ACL) in his left knee, missing the second half of his sophomore season – also missed some time due to a left ankle injury as a junior (Sept. 2016).

SUMMARY: A four-year starter at Georgia, Chubb put himself on the NFL map with his outstanding freshman season, but his sophomore knee injury created questions about his future, appearing to be a lesser version of himself upon his return as a junior. However, Chubb produced senior tape reminiscent of his true freshman season, finishing with a 6.0 average in 2017 despite only two runs over 35 yards. Defenders better finish him to the ground because his balance, run

purpose and lower body strength allows him to squirm out of tackle attempts. Chubb isn’t the most explosive runner, but he has light feet and skillfully marries his movements with his eyes.

 

Overall, Chubb has a natural feel for the position and it is no coincidence that he finds running room due to his understanding of play design, patience and pace of action – projects as a capable NFL starter.

 

GRADE: 2nd Round (#49 overall)

[LondonBrown]

#67. Chad Thomas, DE, position rank #18

Miami (Fla.) 6050 | 281 lbs. | SR. Miami, Fla. (Booker T. Washington) 10/12/1995 (age 22.5)

 

YEAR (GP/GS) TKLS TFL SACK FF PD

2014: (12/0) 7 1.0 0.0 0 0

2015: (13/8) 18 1.5 1.0 1 4

2016: (12/12) 37 11.0 4.5 1 3

2017: (13/13) 41 12.5 5.5 0 1

Total: (50/33) 103 26.0 11.0 2 8

 

HT WT ARM HAND WING 40-YD 20-YD 10-YD VJ BJ SS 3C BP

COMBINE 6050 281 33 1/2 10 1/4 81 1/2 4.92 2.85 1.70 29 09’08” - - -

PRO DAY N/A

 

STRENGTHS: Built with a NFL starter kit, boasting an ideal frame and proportionate build…quick-footed with speed to chase down runners…quick stab move into blockers, keeping his balance to wrap the corner…powerful hands to cause damage when he lands his swipe/slap moves…body control to twist/stunt, forcing the quarterback to move his feet…uses his length to stack and locate, tracking well in the run game…sets a physical edge to shut down the corners, filtering runs inside…comfortable in space and rarely finds himself off balance…certified tough guy and accustomed to playing through pain…named a senior captain…posted back-to-back seasons with double-digit tackles for loss.

WEAKNESSES: Predictable pass rush plan, lacking an efficient move-to-move transition…powerful, but undeveloped hand use…too pronounced when loading up his hands pre-move…not a consistent finisher, over-running the pocket or struggling to get the ballcarrier on the ground…heavy first step and doesn’t play explosive in his movements…requires a moment to collect his momentum when changing directions…late to detach once blockers engulf him…battled through left shoulder issues as a senior (Oct. 2017)…mediocre sack production, averaging only one sack every three games as a starter.

SUMMARY: A three-year starter at Miami (Fla.), Thomas lined up with his hand on the ground as the starting left defensive end in the Hurricanes’ four-man front. Some in the scouting community have expressed concern about his passion for music, but he directly shuts down that narrative (Thomas at the Scouting Combine: “If I liked music more than football, I wouldn’t be here.”). Thomas has impressive ease of movement for a man his size with the hammer hands and length to develop as a pass rush threat. He didn’t get home enough on film with average sack production, but his consistency was better vs. the run.

Overall, Thomas isn’t a quick-twitch speed rusher who will consistently threaten the edge, but he has the upper body power and fluidity to be a base defensive end and valuable rotational player.

 

GRADE: 4th-5th Round

[LondonBrown]

#105. Antonio Callaway, WR, position rank #21

 

Florida 5105 | 200 lbs. | JR. Miami, Fla. (Booker T. Washington) 1/9/1997 (age 21.3)

 

YEAR (GP/GS) REC YDS AVG TD

2015: (14/13) 35 678 19.4 4

2016: (12/11) 54 721 13.4 3

2017: Did not play (suspension)

Total: (26/24) 89 1,399 15.7 7

 

HT WT ARM HAND WING 40-YD 20-YD 10-YD VJ BJ SS 3C BP

COMBINE 5105 200 31 1/2 09 1/2 73 5/8 4.41 2.57 1.52 34 10’01” - - -

PRO DAY - - - - - 4.12 6.99 -

 

STRENGTHS: Above average play speed and everything he does is quick…forces cornerback to protect vs. deep routes because once he gains a step, he doesn’t give it back…lower body twitch to make sudden cuts at the top of patterns or as a ballcarrier…doesn’t slow his stride or gear down when changing directions…dangerous YAC skills to elude defenders on screens/slants…natural feel for space mid-route, establishing leverage…quickly resets his vision to find an escape path……proven versatility as the first player in school history to score a touchdown five different ways (rushing, receiving, passing, kick return, punt return)…averaged 12.1 yards on punt returns (54/653/2)…averaged 29.3 yards on kick returns (6/176/1)…NFL bloodlines – cousin (John Brown) is a wide receiver for the Arizona Cardinals and former third round pick in the 2014 NFL Draft.

WEAKNESSES: Undersized, slender frame…fights the football with concentration issues at the catch point…feels ghosts over the middle of the field and when returning punts…questionable football IQ and situational awareness…poor stem discipline, drifting at the top of routes…struggles to power through the jam or tackle attempts…ball security issues with six career fumbles, including five in 2016…missed playing time at Florida due to injuries to his foot (Oct. 2015) and right quad (Sept. 2016) – also suffered a torn meniscus (Oct. 2014) as a senior in high school…numerous off-field red flags in his background – suspended for the 2017 season after his involvement with a credit card fraud scheme (felony charges were dropped after a plea deal was reached); cited for marijuana possession (May 2017) while he was a passenger in the car of a 40-year old career criminal; was the target of a Title IX and sexual assault allegation (Dec. 2015) and was suspended for 2016 spring practices, but was found “not responsible” after he claimed to be “high” on marijuana…NFL scout: “He’ll fail at least one drug test in the NFL. Put that in your guide.”

SUMMARY: A two-year starter at Florida, Callaway was the featured weapon on the Gators’ offense during the 2015 and 2016 seasons, lining up across the formation and serving as the primary punt returner. He became the third-fastest player in school history to reach 1,000 career receiving yards, creating explosive plays with 21 of his 89 career catches resulting in 20+ yards. Quick as a hiccup, Callaway has the natural speed and ease of movement to be a home run threat any time he touches the ball. However, his film is riddled with mental mistakes and his poor off-field decision-making deserves scrutiny.

 

Overall, Callaway is a sudden athlete with the playmaking skills to be a NFL starter, but his unreliable focus (both on and off the field) makes it tough to believe he will reach that sky-high potential.

 

GRADE: 4th-5th Round

[LondonBrown]

#150. Genard Avery, LB, position rank #14

Memphis 6004 | 248 lbs. | SR. Grenada, Miss. (Grenada)

 

YEAR (GP/GS) TKLS TFL SACK FF PD INT

2014: (13/1) 19 6.0 5.0 0 1 0 (DE)

2015: (11/7) 53 6.5 3.0 0 0 0 (WLB)

2016: (13/13) 81 11.0 5.0 2 4 2 (WLB)

2017: (13/13) 80 22.0 8.5 2 2 0 (7 DE, 6 WLB)

Total: (50/34) 233 45.5 21.5 4 7 2

 

HT WT ARM HAND WING 40-YD 20-YD 10-YD VJ BJ SS 3C BP

COMBINE 6004 248 31 10 1/8 74 1/8 4.59 2.67 1.59 36 10’04” 4.36 6.90 26

PRO DAY N/A

STRENGTHS: Speed to chase down ballcarriers from behind…packed-on muscle and no stranger to the weight room (two-time state champion powerlifter)…forceful tackler and lays a lick on his target…lowers his pads at contact to gain leverage…mean attitude and plays with conviction to compete in the trenches…impact blitzing skills, using speed, bend and body leverage to win the corner…flashes violence in his hands with a baseline understanding of how to set up rush moves…only two interceptions in college, but returned both for touchdowns…two-year team captain…graduated with his undergrad degree (Dec. 2017)…versatile experience at inside and outside linebacker and as a hybrid edge rusher, leading the team in tackles for loss the last two seasons.

WEAKNESSES: Shorter stature and arm length…sticks to blockers at the line of scrimmage, opening second level run lanes for the ballcarrier…overmatched downhill at the goal line or short-yardage situations…questionable backfield vision, losing sight of the ball mid-traffic…speed to mirror, but late to key-and-diagnose…straight-linish athlete and hips/lower body look stiff in coverage…tight redirection skills eat away at his range…arrives too hot as a tackler at times…aggressive hands as a rusher, but counter measures and move-to-move transition are raw…suffered a season-ending wrist injury (Nov. 2015) and required surgery.

SUMMARY: A three-year starter at Memphis, Avery spent most of his collegiate career as the starting WILL linebacker, but finished his Memphis career as the “KAT” hybrid outside linebacker to utilize his rush skills – finished second in school history in career tackles for loss (45.5) and third in sacks (21.5). Avery is at his best as a downhill defender with his speed and toughness to attack, creating stopping power on clean-view tackle attempts. However, he has questionable instincts and twitch, often getting eaten up by blockers near the line of scrimmage. His pass rush skills and versatile experience are encouraging, but he is more of a blitzer than rusher right now with limited length and coverage skills.

Overall, Avery has tweener traits and might struggle to find a home on defense, but his straight-line speed and competitive make-up could keep him on a roster as a special teamer while he fights for playing time on defense.

 

GRADE: 4th-5th Round

[LondonBrown]

#175. Damien Ratley, WR, position rank #63

 

Graded UDFA on the guide and only the top 60 are written up but this is a tweet from the author of this guide

nutes ago

@dpbruglerMore

WR Damion Ratley had average tape, but the testing numbers were elite at 6016 and 196 pounds: 4.39 40-yd, 1.54 10-yd, 38" vert, 6.92 3-cone

 

#188. Simeon Thomas, CB, position rank #125

 

@dpbrugler 9m

9 minutes ago

CB Simeon Thomas is the definition of a "traits" pick: 6-3 1/2, 190 pounds 35 1/4 arms 4.46 40-yd dash, 39" vert, 11'03" broad, 7.00 3-cone

 

@dpbrugler 7m

7 minutes ago

MorFor those asking for his other numbers: 1.60 10-yard, 2.62 20-yard, 4.28 SS, 11.23 LS, 4 bench. 82 1/2 wing, 9 1/8 hand

 

[Dutch Oven]

Nice job LB - thanks!

[LondonBrown]

7 minutes ago, Dutch Oven said:

Nice job LB - thanks!

You're welcome, that rap sheet in Calloway's weaknesses made me chuckle

[Dutch Oven]

7 minutes ago, LondonBrown said:

You're welcome, that rap sheet in Calloway's weaknesses made me chuckle

It's an interesting draft pick. 

[LondonBrown]

Now for the "analytics" stuff...

Baker Mayfield

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Nick Chubb

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Antonio Callaway

 

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Austin Corbett - His profile has been done as a Center 

 

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Chad Thomas

 

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Denzel Ward

 

[LondonBrown]

And that's my nerd like behaviour done with for the draft