Michigan Wolverines defensive lineman Mason Graham’s impressive performance this past weekend has football fans excited about the young phenom’s NFL prospects next year. In the Wolverines’ impressive win over their rival Ohio State Buckeyes, Graham had seven total tackles (five solo).
With the win over the weekend, Graham and the Wolverines improved to 7-5 on the season and currently reside in seventh position in the Big Ten conference.
What Are Fans Saying About Graham’s Impressive Performance?
Since the game, football fans and analysts alike have been quick to note how impactful and talented the young Wolverine is and his bright pro potential.
One fan noted, “Mason Graham is just a monster. He’s so explosive and his hands are so heavy. One of the top prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft for a reason.”
Mason Graham is just a monster. He’s so explosive and his hands are so heavy. One of the top prospects in the 2025 NFL Draft for a reason pic.twitter.com/KEhSO6Irjv
— Bobby Football (@Rob__Paul) November 30, 2024
In response to this post released to X (formerly known as Twitter), some NFL fans detailed their belief as to where Graham will be headed next season.
“Future Jet,” one detailed.
Future Jet
— JJ Rob (@yankeefan2024) December 1, 2024
“Future Bear,” another stated.
Future Bear
— DaGrim Johnson 🐻⬇️ (@Air_Williams18) December 1, 2024
Where Is Graham Projected To Be Drafted?
Graham is projected to be one of the first names off the board at next season’s NFL Draft. According to Dalton Miller and his recent NFL Draft Top 100 Big Board, Graham is expected to be taken No. 3 overall.
Miller notes how “we haven’t seen hands this violent on the interior since Jeffery Simmons was coming out of Mississippi State. His explosiveness makes him a terrifying interior matchup alone, but his rare ankle flexibility makes him special. Michigan frequently uses him from the A gap to the outside of the tackle, and he’s often seen looping from his interior position to bend around the edge.”
“Mason Graham also displays outrageous anchoring ability along with a quick processor against the run, and we are looking at one of the most well-rounded interior defenders of the past decade,” he added.
Currently, the New York Jets and Chicago Bears have two of the worst records in the NFL. Furthermore, the prospect of a trade is always on the table in the NFL and is something that could see some team move up for the talented defensive player.