It’s been a while since you’ve needed full scouting reports from Division III and NAIA, but we’ve reached that stage of the 2022 NFL Draft prep. Andrew Rupcich has been on my radar for some time now, but he’s not the only player to know from this level of football.
Division III and NAIA 2022 NFL Draft scouting reports
Rupcich was invited to the 2022 NFL Scouting Combine, where he put his name officially on the map. His pro day performance was even better — Rupcich hit 25 reps on the bench, 31″ on the vertical, and maintained his athleticism through the three-cone drill by hitting under 8 seconds. He, of course, did all this after tipping the scales at 6’6″ and well over 300 pounds. He’s absolutely a name to know for the 2022 NFL Draft.
Andrew Kamienski, WR | North Central
Positives: Underrated, sure-handed pass catcher who can also help the team as a return specialist. Smart, tough, and dependable. Fluid releasing off the line of scrimmage, displays terrific route discipline, and consistently finds the open seam in the defense. Comes back to the ball to make himself an available target, makes the reception on crossing patterns, and displays outstanding quickness.
Possesses a burst that he turns on in a single step, tracks the pass in the air, and shows good eye/hand coordination. Knows where he is on the field, plays with outstanding body control, and makes the over-the-shoulder reception at full speed. Possesses soft as well as strong hands. Runs effective routes and separates from defenders. Gives effort blocking downfield and gets solid results. Works hard even if the play is away from him.
Negatives: More quick than fast and lacks deep speed. Undersized, which will cause mismatch problems.
Analysis: Kamienski was a productive receiver with a consistent game, and he showed consistent improvement. He has physical limitations for the next level but can be a very good slot receiver/return specialist.
Andrew Rupcich, OT | Culver-Stockton
Positives: Small-school offensive tackle with outstanding size, athleticism, and upside potential. Moves well for big man, keeps his feet moving, and stays square. Blocks with good lean, plays with a nasty attitude, and always works to bury opponents.
Displays great power as a run blocker and drives opponents off the line. Patient in pass protection, outstanding with his hands, and makes good use of angles and body positioning. Displays the ability to pull across the line of scrimmage, get out in front, and block in motion.
Negatives: Lacks top footwork off the edge. Gets tall and does not consistently block with leverage. Possesses short arms.
Analysis: Rupcich is a small-school lineman with a tremendous amount of upside and potential at either right tackle or guard in the NFL. He must improve his fundamentals and do a better job blocking with proper pad level, yet at the very least, Rupcich is a practice-squad prospect who could be an invaluable backup at the next level.
Anthony Turner, WR | Grandview
Positives: Well-sized, small-school wideout who may ultimately grow into a move tight end. Quickly releases off the line into pass routes, tracks the ball in the air, and effectively times receptions. Sells routes, adjusts to errant throws, and gets vertical to come away with contested grabs. Uses his frame to shield away defenders, can take a big hit, and plays to his size.
Negatives: Does not consistently catch the ball cleanly. Rounds off routes. Gets average results blocking.
Analysis: Turner is a large possession receiver with tight end speed and an inconsistent game.
Delonte Hood, CB | Peru State
Positives: Well-built cornerback who is best facing the action. Quick transitioning with opponents off the line, keeps receivers in front of him, and effectively covers crossing patterns. Smooth and fluid, mixes it up with opponents, and displays a sense of what’s happening on the field. Possesses a burst to the ball out of his plant. Aggressively moves upfield defending the run. Explosive hitter who separates the ball from opponents.
Negatives: Rarely backpedals in reverse. Does a lot of face guarding and is inconsistent getting his head back around to locate the pass in the air. Has a size disadvantage.
Analysis: Hood was a solid small-school cornerback who comes with adequate size, decent speed, and solid ball skills. Best in a zone system or backed off the line of scrimmage, he possesses enough ability to make a squad as a dime back.
Hunter Juarez, WR | College of Idaho
Positives: Moderately productive receiver who fires off the snap into pass routes, easily adjusts to errant throws, and gets down to scoop up low passes. Consistently extends to make the catch away from his frame more often than not.
Uses his hands to separate from defenders, plays faster than his 40 time, and tracks deep passes to make the difficult over-the-shoulder reception at full speed. Plays smart football, displays focus/concentration, and looks passes into his hands.
Negatives: Inconsistent. Not a sturdy receiver and struggles in battles. Does not run scissor-sharp routes. Lacks a burst.
Analysis: Juarez flashed ability the past three seasons and has enough skill to get consideration for a practice squad this fall.
Johnny William, WR | Marian
Positives: Highly celebrated and super-productive small-school receiver with average next-level potential. Fluid releasing off the line of scrimmage, nicely adjusts to errant throws, and makes receptions on crossing patterns. Quickly gets in and out of routes, displays focus/concentration, and makes the reception in stride.
Tracks the pass in the air to come away with the difficult over-the-shoulder catch. Solid deep receiver. Gets vertical, displays terrific eye/hand coordination, and pulls the ball out of the air. Possesses strong hands with the ability to pluck the ball from the air. Knows where he is on the field and plays with balance as well as body control. Keeps the play in bounds and gives effort after the catch.
Negatives: Must improve his footwork in and out of pass routes. Not a good blocker. Struggles in battles.
Analysis: William possesses a lot of pass-catching skill and comes with decent speed. But he lacks size and must polish his game. If he can learn to do the little things well, he may have a place at the next level.
Joshua Onujiogu, EDGE | Framingham State
Positives: Slightly undersized small-school pass rusher with an explosive style. Fires off the snap, runs over blocks, and creates havoc in the opponent’s backfield. Uses his hands well and fluidly moves about the field. Easily bends off the edge and loses little speed when changing direction.
Gets leverage on opponents, keeps his feet moving, and plays with a violent attitude. Displays a variety of moves with his hands and even a spin move to get off blocks. Stays with assignments, breaks down well when standing over tackle, and fights throughout the action.
Negatives: Doesn’t show great pursuit speed despite his 40 time. Lacks great first-step quickness. Will struggle to handle blocks on Sundays.
Analysis: Onujiogu was a terrific small-school pass rusher who posted 13.5 sacks and 25 tackles for loss last season. He’s a relentless defender who possesses an upside, but he must get bigger and stronger to play on Sundays.
I could see Onujiogu making an active roster as a situational pass rusher and special-teams player. At the very least, he’ll make a practice squad this fall.
Maceo Matthews Jr., WR | Heidelberg
Positives: Polished receiver with nice size. Possesses a smooth, fluid style and tracks the pass in the air. Gets vertical over opponents and comes down with the reception. Uses his hands to separate from opponents, lays out or extends to come away with the difficult catch, and snatches the ball out of the air. Tough and keeps the play in bounds after the catch. Follows the quarterback across the field and works to make himself an available target. Possesses terrific eye/hand coordination.
Negatives: Average speed. Lacks a quick release off the line of scrimmage. Rounds off routes and floats on exit. Unnecessarily body-catches on occasion.
Analysis: Matthews is a one-speed receiver who must improve his route-running skills to have any chance at sticking at the next level.
Shamar Moreland, RB | Ottawa-Arizona
Positives: Average-sized running back who produces as a ball carrier, pass catcher, and return specialist. Runs with authority, follows blocks everywhere on the field, and keeps the play in bounds. Easily cuts back against the grain without losing momentum, has a burst that he turns on in a single step, and plays faster than his 40 time.
Runs with balance and body control. Solid pass catcher out of the backfield who adjusts to errant throws and extends to snatch passes out of the air.
Negatives: Runs with an upright style. Won’t break many tackles in the NFL.
Analysis: Moreland was a Swiss Army knife skill player who helped Ottawa-Arizona in a variety of ways, handling the ball and even throwing the option pass. He possesses average size and speed but could make a roster as a situational back.
Trenton Morrow, S | Siena Heights
Positives: Underrated safety prospect who flies around the field and works to make plays. Possesses outstanding length, tracks the pass in the air, and has a nice move to the throw. Extends and shows good hands for the interception. Forceful up the field, sells out on the blitz, and defeats blocks when defending the run. Efficient, breaks down well, and stays with assignments.
Negatives: Plays to one speed and doesn’t show a burst to the ball out of his plant. Lacks top speed to the flanks and doesn’t show great range.
Analysis: Morrow is a solid strong-safety prospect with the size and mentality to play on Sundays.
Trevor Hoffman, WR | Montana Tech
Positives: Nice-sized receiver who makes a lot of difficult receptions. Plays heads-up football, tracks the pass in the air, and possesses eye/hand coordination. Consistent hands catcher who uses the sidelines well, extends, and exposes himself to the big hit. Presents himself as a solid vertical threat and adjusts to make the over-the-shoulder reception in stride. Displays excellent blocking vision and gives effort.
Negatives: Lacks a quick release off the line of scrimmage and does not possess a burst. Poor route runner. Double-catches a lot of throws.
Analysis: Hoffman is a one-speed possession wideout who is most effective on intermediate routes. Size and pass-catching ability are his greatest assets, though Hoffman will struggle separating at the next level.