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znModeratorI feel like there hasnβt been enough attention given to Shadeur Sanders.
oh, alright…
znModeratorI miss the blue board.
Not me! I think the Vikings flamers are still there.
znModeratorfrom https://www.nfldraftbuzz.com/Player/Josaiah-Stewart-LB-CoastalCarolina
Draft Profile: Bio
From Bronx street ball to the bright lights of the Big House, Josaiah Stewart’s path to the NFL draft embodies the grit that defines his game. The 6’1″, 245-pound edge defender burst onto the college scene as a freshman at Coastal Carolina, shattering the program’s single-season sack record with 12.5 quarterback takedowns. After earning Freshman All-American honors and dominating the Sun Belt for two seasons, Stewart took his talents to Ann Arbor, where he evolved from situational pass rusher to team captain for the national champion Wolverines.
Stewart’s two-year stint at Michigan proved he could hang with elite competition, racking up 14 sacks and 21.5 tackles for loss while earning All-Big Ten honors both seasons. His signature performance came in the 2024 Rose Bowl semifinal against Alabama, where he terrorized the Crimson Tide’s offensive line for seven tackles and repeatedly forced their quarterback off his spot in crucial moments.
The former three-star recruit who played just one and a half seasons of high school ball due to COVID-19 has developed into one of the most polished pass rushers in this draft class. His production speaks volumes
– 30 career sacks, 46 tackles for loss, and consistent disruption against top-tier competition. Most impressively, Stewart’s game took a significant leap forward in 2024, leading Michigan’s defensive front with 13 tackles for loss and 8.5 sacks while earning second-team All-Big Ten honors.Scouting Report: Strengths
Explosive first step causes instant problems for tackles, consistently winning the edge
Masterful hand technician who sets up rushes with euro-steps and stems, keeping blockers guessing with a deep arsenal of rips, swims, and cross-chops
Natural leverage player who plays with outstanding pad level, allowing him to get under bigger tackles’ pads despite lacking prototypical size
Elite motor shows up constantly on film – routinely makes hustle plays 15-20 yards downfield and racks up coverage sacks through pure determination
Sophisticated pass rush plan demonstrates high football IQ, consistently setting up counter moves and adapting mid-game when initial approach gets stymied
Surprisingly stout at the point of attack against tight ends, using natural leverage and compact frame to hold his ground better than size suggests
Quick processor who sniffs out screens and draws, showing ability to quickly transition from rush to pursuit when plays develop away
Scheme versatile player who’s shown ability to play both standing up and hand in dirt, while also displaying comfort dropping into shallow zonesScouting Report: Weaknesses
Undersized frame at 245 pounds (6th percentile) creates issues against power-oriented offensive tackles who can absorb his initial burst and reset anchors
Below-average arm length (32 3/4″) limits ability to consistently separate from blocks once offensive linemen latch on with proper technique
Struggles to maintain gap integrity against double teams and down blocks, occasionally getting washed out of his run fit on power schemes
Limited ankle flexion affects ability to bend the corner at sharp angles, forcing him to take wider angles that give quarterbacks time to step up
Can get overeager as a rusher, occasionally running himself out of plays by getting too far upfield against mobile quarterbacksScouting Report: Summary
I’m convinced he’s going to make defensive coordinators look smart on passing downs from day one. His USC game was a masterclass in pass rush setup – watching him euro-step outside then explode inside against their right tackle three times showed the kind of sophisticated rush planning that translates immediately. The real eye-opener came against Alabama, where he consistently pressed the pocket against their NFL-caliber tackles despite giving up 50+ pounds.
The tape against Ohio State and Washington revealed his limitations – when teams committed to running at him with double teams and power schemes, he struggled to maintain his ground. But his response to these challenges spoke volumes about his football character. Even after getting washed out early, he kept fighting and adjusted his attack angles, eventually forcing crucial pressures in both fourth quarters. This mental toughness and adaptability remind me of what made Haason Reddick successful despite similar size concerns.
Give me Stewart lined up in a Wide-9 technique where he can unleash that explosive first step, or let him work as a stand-up rusher who can threaten both inside and outside track rushes. He’s shown enough on tape against elite competition to warrant a second-round selection. While his frame may limit his ceiling as an every-down player, his refined pass rush arsenal and competitive toughness will make him a valuable pressure player from day one. The improvement in his hand usage from his Coastal Carolina tape to his Michigan film suggests he’s still ascending as a technician.
znModeratorDoug Farrar @NFL_DougFarrar
Michigan EDGE Josaiah Stewart is a smaller rusher at 6-foot-1 and 245 pounds, but the speed-to-power reps are ridiculous. He’ll just throw tackles around at times, and he can blow right by protections to his side. Needs more of a plan, but the basics are there to annoy NFL QBs.znModeratorDefense (6)
Defensive tackle (2)
DT DaJon Terry – The Rams added a powerful defensive tackle, per Tom Pelissero, in Oklahoma DT DaJon Terry. Standing 6-foot-3 and weighing 321 pounds, Terry is not going to flash for everyone, but he is a solid blocker-gobbler who NFL teams need to do the dirty work in the trenches to free up playmakers. He gives 100 percent on every play.
DT Bill Norton – Per the Texas Longhorns, the Rams are signing a huge bargain in 6-foot-6, 335-pound defensive lineman Bill Norton. Norton. Norton is impressive in presence, but underwhelming on the football field. He needs to convert size and power into production, but my-oh-my, what a huge and powerful defensive lineman.
Inside linebacker (1)
LB Shaun Dolac – 6-foot-1, 225-pound inside linebacker from the University of Buffalo. Shaun Dolac. He wowed scouts at his pro day. From Buffalo Bills Beat writer Ryan Talbot: Per source, UB LB Shaun Dolac is joining the #Rams as an UDFA. He has that unique S/LB potential
Outside linebacker (2)
OLB Jamil Muhammad – A former quarterback turned pass rusher, this USC prospect certainly brings plenty of intrigue to the Rams roster, per Aaron Wilson. His unique career track even caught the eye of the Kansas City Chiefs. Standing an estimated 6-foot-2 and weighing 230 pounds, his best season was 2023 when he racked up 46 tackles, 11 tackles for a loss, and 6.5 quarterback sacks. He is worth keeping on the radar.
OLB Josh Pearcy – A six-year edge rusher for Rice, the 6-foot-2, 242-pound performer is signing with the Rams, per Rice. A quietly productive iron man in the NCAA, Pearcy brings passion and versatility to the NFL and could find his niche in any number of roles.
Safety (1)
S Nate Valcarcel – After the stunning performance of undrafted S Jaylen McCollough, the addition of Northern Illinois’ 6-foot-1, 192-pound safety Nate Valcarcel cannot be brushed off as another camp body. Per Ryan Fowler, Valcarcel is joining the Rams’ secondary to compete for playing time. His stats prove that he is developing each year. Now, he brings that football passion to the NFL
Offense (7)
Running back (1)
RB Jordan Waters – While Jordan Waters was undrafted, he is worth talking about from his size and stature alone. Per Aaron Wilson, the Rams are signing the former 6-foot-0, 224-pound NC State running back. While he unofficially clocked a 4.58-second 40-time, his size more than compensates for that. He is a versatile weapon in the offensive backfield that can put yards and points on the board on the ground or through the air.
Wide Receiver (3)
WR Mario Williams – The wide receiver room gets more competitive with the addition of Tulane’s 5-foot-9, 178-pound rookie wide receiver prospect, per Tulane Football. He will need to prove that he can compete as an every-down offensive weapon, but he has plenty of special-teams and trick-play potential.
WR Tru Edwards – Rather than transfer from Louisiana Tech to Kentucky, this diamond-in-the-rough wide receiver has signed to play for the Rams instead, per NFL Insider Adam Schefter. While a bit unorthodox, there is a lot to love about this signing. If his college stats profile is true, he stands 6-foot-3, weighs 200 pounds, and clocked an unofficial 40-time of 4.40 seconds.
WR Brennan Pressley – Per Matt Zenitz, the Rams are adding one of Oklahoma State’s most prolific pass catchers. He is limited by size alone, as he stands 5-foot-9, weighs 175 pounds, and runs a 4.46-second 40-yard dash. He is a versatile offensive weapon and a special-teams standout.
Interior offensive lineman (2)
IOL Willie Lampkin – Per Justin Melo of The Draft Network. The Rams’ front office does not hold a size standard that other NFL teams have. NT Poona Ford (at 5-foot-11)? Meet 5-foot-10, 270-pound interior offensive lineman Willie Lampkin. If Lampkin were four inches taller, he might have been drafted on Day 2. Is he the Rams’ future fullback? Oh wow, if he is, this is the steal of the draft.
IOL Ben Dooley – Per Boise State, 6-foot-5, 320-pound left guard Ben Dooley will sign with the Rams. He was a long-time blocker for standout RB Ashton Jeanty, so he comes with a presumed excellent mark in run blocking.
Offensive tackle (1)
OT Trey Wedig – If you didn’t realize, Rams starting left tackle Alaric Jackson was an undrafted free agent signing who was projected as early as Round 3 but fell out of the draft. That is why the similar tale of Indiana’s 6-foot-6, 310-pound offensive tackle is worth the read. Signing with the Rams, per Jeremy Fowler, Wedig instantly throws his hat into the ring for competing as RT Rob Havenstein’s successor.
znModeratorThey do Stewart at 39:24 in. It’s a rave.
znModeratorIn some ways Stewart is similar to Verse. But there’s a difference. While he doesn’t have Verse’s speed, size, and power, he does have something that people have pointed out Verse doesn’t. Verse isn’t “bendy.” I know people know what that is but just to get down in black and white: being “bendy” is a trait in most top outside pass rushers where they can get around blockers at full speed by adjusting their hips to glide past the tackle–it depends on getting low and changing direction very quickly without losing speed. Robert Quinn had that in spades–he could bend under the blocker’s arms and turn the corner with full balance at full speed.
Verse is not a “bendy” pass rusher. He is all about speed, power, and aggressive tenacity. He has many ways of using his power but he is essentially a power rusher.
Stewart does have some speed and power, though not at Verse’s level. He does have the same kind of ferocious tenacity, though on a smaller frame.
But all reports on Stewart say he is a “bendy” rusher. If that holds up it makes him a complement to Verse. The Rams will have Verse, Turner, Fiske, Young, and Stewart (and I think Paul can pass rush too, though more as an opportunistic and decisive blitzer type).
From posts in this thread, all quotations from analysts:
The Coastal Carolina transfer flashed his relentless motor and elite bend around the edge
Heβs a decisive, linear rusher with the get-off and bend to win at the top of the rush
Able to bend hips and strike with good lift at point of attack.
April 27, 2025 at 4:58 pm in reply to: articles, vids, etc. wrapping up & assessing the Rams draft #156208znModeratorColin Cowherd says the Rams fleeced the Falcons by landing a 2026 1st-round pick for James Pearce Jr. π
"I feel like LA took Atlanta to the cleaners, in a bad draft for the fifth best edge rusher" Do you agree?#RamsHouse pic.twitter.com/PDBDeiAkzA
— LAFB Network (@LAFBNetwork) April 27, 2025
April 27, 2025 at 3:50 pm in reply to: articles, vids, etc. wrapping up & assessing the Rams draft #156207znModeratorLos Angeles Rams: B
Best Pick: I love third-round edge Josaiah Stewart from Michigan. He is as tough as any player in this draft. Getting him in the third will prove to be a steal.Worst Pick: It’s not any one pick, but rather that they didn’t get a speed player outside early for their offense. They lack speed in their passing game, which they didn’t get. They didn’t take a receiver until the seventh round.
The Skinny: They traded out of the first round to land a 2026 first-round pick from the Falcons. That’s a different approach for them, but it made sense. I do like second-round tight end Terrance Ferguson and Stewart. Both will be good players. Fifth-round linebacker Chris Paul is a good player.
April 27, 2025 at 11:15 am in reply to: articles, vids, etc. wrapping up & assessing the Rams draft #156204znModeratorfrom PFF: Josaiah Stewart, Michigan
Arguably the best pass-rushing defensive lineman in this draft class
LB Chris Paul Jr., Mississippi
Paul was the No. 83 prospect on the PFF Big Board, making this a great value pick for the Rams.
A couple of notable comments.
April 27, 2025 at 11:09 am in reply to: articles, vids, etc. wrapping up & assessing the Rams draft #156203znModeratorLos Angeles Rams (B)
Not especially sexy, but second-round TE Terrance Ferguson, third-round OLB Josaiah Stewart and fourth-round RB Jarquez Hunter should all be able to claim instant roles on a team that could be the biggest threat to the Eagles in the NFC next season. But the big win was GM Les Snead obtaining the Falcons’ first-rounder in 2026, which he might need for QB Matthew Staffordβs successor.April 27, 2025 at 11:07 am in reply to: articles, vids, etc. wrapping up & assessing the Rams draft #156202znModeratorfrom NFL.com: https://www.nfl.com/news/2025-nfl-draft-final-snap-grades-for-all-32-teams
Grade
B+
Los Angeles RamsGrades
Day 1 grade: A-
Day 2 grade: B+
Day 3 grade: C+Analysis:
Trading out of the first round gave the Rams a 2026 first-round pick, though it did cost them a Day 2 selection this year (in Round 3). Ferguson is the agile pass-catcher they needed at tight end. The Rams eschewed other needs to select Stewart, who is a good football player despite not possessing the size or athleticism of most pass rushers.
Hunter is a solid value in the fourth but might have to wait a while behind ο»ΏKyren Williamsο»Ώ and ο»ΏBlake Corumο»Ώ. Trading a 2026 fourth-round pick to select a good rotational tackle like Hamilton seemed unwise. L.A. needed a linebacker and receiver; Paul and Mumpfield have better tape than measurements or workout numbers.April 27, 2025 at 11:05 am in reply to: articles, vids, etc. wrapping up & assessing the Rams draft #156201znModeratorfrom Yahoo Sports: https://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/article/2025-nfl-draft-picks-and-grades-for-all-32-teams-002713009.html#los-angeles-rams
Los Angeles Rams
Grade: AHere’s why: Picking up the Falcons’ 2026 first-round pick for this year’s 26th overall pick makes this an A by itself. Getting Terrance Ferguson in the second round was a nice way to kick off the draft with a quality starter who has the upside to be a weapon at tight end for Matthew Stafford this season. The Rams added some good depth on the edge of their defense with Josaiah Stewart, who should fit in cleanly with their other young edge rushers. Overall, it was a really different approach for the Rams in the draft this year that gives them a lot of firepower in terms of draft capital for the 2026 NFL Draft.
Most interesting pick: Jarquez Hunter, RB, Auburn
The Rams have spent a lot of draft picks on running backs over the past few years, and Hunter joins a somewhat crowded backfield with Kyren Williams and Blake Corum. Obviously, itβs not unusual for RBs on the third day of the draft to make an impact as rookies so itβll be fascinating to see how head coach Sean McVay sees Hunter, who is a talented runner, fitting into the offense.
April 27, 2025 at 11:04 am in reply to: articles, vids, etc. wrapping up & assessing the Rams draft #156200znModeratorfrom SI: https://www.si.com/nfl/2025-nfl-draft-grades-analysis-for-every-team#_gsmxbb8cy
Los Angeles Rams
Grade: Cβ’ Round 2: No. 46: Terrance Ferguson, TE, Oregon
β’ Round 3: No. 90: Josaiah Stewart, edge, Michigan
β’ Round 4: No. 117: Jarquez Hunter, RB, Auburn
β’ Round 5: No. 148: Ty Hamilton, DT, Ohio State
β’ Round 5: No. 172: Chris Paul Jr., LB, Ole Miss
β’ Round 7: No. 242: Konata Mumpfield, WR, PittsburghAnalysis: The Ramsβ best addition from the draft was gaining the Falconsβ 2026 first-round pick. Los Angeles didnβt do much to address a few holes to close the gap on the top teams in the NFC. Sure, the Rams are still good enough to win the NFC West, but they have concerns at cornerback and linebackerβand they watched the Eagles take Jihaad Campbell at No. 31. GM Les Snead deserves the benefit of the doubt for his draft hits, but he might have made a mistake taking Ferguson over Elijah Arroyo. The Rams also neglected their need for adding a quarterback of the future, but they at least have two first-round picks next year. βGM
April 27, 2025 at 11:02 am in reply to: articles, vids, etc. wrapping up & assessing the Rams draft #156199znModeratorLos Angeles Rams: B+
2 (46): TE Terrance Ferguson, OregonFerguson β With Tyler Higbee entering a contract year and coming off a tough injury, the Rams make a play toward the future with Ferguson. The Oregon tight end has the body type teams like to see out of the position, and although he is limited as a blocker, his overall athleticism gives him potential as a receiver (77.0 PFF receiving grade).
3 (90): ED Josaiah Stewart, Michigan
Stewart β Arguably the best pass-rushing defensive lineman in this draft class, Stewart posted a whopping 27.7% pass-rush win rate and a 92.3 PFF pass-rushing grade in 2024. He plays with violence and active hands and is an explosive athlete in a smaller, lighter frame.
4 (117): RB Jarquez Hunter, Auburn
Hunter β Jarquez Hunter was a four-year player for Auburn who steadily saw his usage increase year after year while never posting a season-long PFF rushing grade below 82.4. Hunter was a chain mover for the Tigers, rushing for 68 first downs in his senior season while forcing 59 missed tackles and was particularly dominant against Kentucky, rushing for 278 yards on 23 carries. He joins a crowded Rams backfield that features Kyren Williams and last yearβs third-round selection, Blake Corum.
5 (148): DI Ty Hamilton, Ohio State
Hamilton β The fourth member of Ohio Stateβs championship defensive line to be selected, Ty Hamilton didn’t grade on the level of his counterparts. However, he is one of the best tacklers at the defensive tackle position, missing only 7% of his tackles this past season.
5 (172): LB Chris Paul Jr., Mississippi
Paul β Paul was the No. 83 prospect on the PFF Big Board, making this a great value pick for the Rams. He put together a well-rounded season for Ole Miss, finishing with an 84.6 PFF run-defense grade and an 84.0 pass-rush grade.
7 (242): WR Konata Mumpfield, Pittsburgh
Mumpfield β Mumpfield has the leaping ability to go up and get the ball. He played 899 career snaps out wide and 744 snaps in the slot, offering his next team valuable versatility. In 2024, he averaged 15.6 yards per reception and posted a 60.0% contested-catch rate.
znModeratorHe was a name mentioned in pre-draft discussions by NFL analysts on twitter as being a good fit for the Rams.
And here it is. From a couple of days before the draft.
Done β https://t.co/AiGpmaRFsl pic.twitter.com/ymJjXLqycS
— RAMS ON FILM (@RamsOnFilm) April 27, 2025
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Here’s Riddick’s whole tweet from 4/22 and some of the replies:
Louis Riddick@LRiddickESPN
Think about a pairing of WR @konata_b with Puka, Davante, and Stafford in LA if the #Rams were to draft himβ¦.Come on manβ¦this is the kind of thing Iβm talking about when I say that this WR draft has ballers. Mumpfield can play inside or out, runs GREAT routes, is tough as F, will go over the middle, has great hands, will blockβ¦#Ramshouse you should want this.Dustin Ludke@theDunit13
yes yes yes.
I got to talk with Konata on my pod. really passionate about the game and doing it right. He would fit in with the culture there.’Justin Taylor@jtinboi
The Rams scouting is next level. They are gonna find βBobβ and we will all be blown away by how well he fits the team next yearznModeratorStafford9@LAR9MS
Matthew Stafford and Davante Adams have a chance to do something special.Stafford has been the QB for the #1,#2, #1 (rookie) WR seasons in NFL history.
I hope they get close to the #3 spot.
He knows how to get the ball to his open guys.
znModeratorThe @Seahawks targeted elite athletes throughout the draft, selecting a league-high four players with an NGS athleticism score of 85 or higher.
Seattleβs first four picks had an average athleticism score of 91, the highest by any team in the draft since 2003. pic.twitter.com/WV5ANXEbDw
— Next Gen Stats (@NextGenStats) April 26, 2025
znModeratorSaw the vid. I don’t really know cause I only saw highlights and read around, but I think the thing with Paul is that he processes so fast. He’s aggressive, quick, determined, and…processes fast.
znModeratorApril 27, 2025 at 12:30 am in reply to: articles, vids, etc. wrapping up & assessing the Rams draft #156189znModeratorThree takeaways from Sean McVay and Les Snead following Day 3 of the 2025 NFL Draft: Trading up three times on Saturday, Jarquez Hunter’s evaluation, more
Stu Jackson
VAN NUYS, Calif. β The Rams selected four players on Day 3 to round out a six-member 2025 NFL Draft class. In rounds 4-7 on Saturday, Los Angeles traded up three times to go after the players they wanted.
Afterward, head coach Sean McVay and general manager Les Snead held a press conference with local media recapping those moves, their evaluations of running back Jarquez Hunter and inside linebacker Chris “Pooh” Paul Jr., and their overall thoughts on the class.
More on those key takeaways below.
As previously noted, the Rams moved up three times on Saturday to make their selections, coming away with Hunter in Round 4, then Paul and Ohio State defensive lineman Ty Hamilton in Round 5 before staying put to take Pitt wide receiver Konata Mumpfield at pick 242 in Round 7.
The overall six-man class is the smallest in the McVay-Snead era.
“I think it was, like you said, based on our roster, who we were, how the board was going, players that you really were convicted could come in and contribute, whatever that vision for the role was, and it was starting to get thin,” Snead said. “So we said, you know what, instead of wait and just, I call it, letting the draft happen to you, let’s go attack the draft. And when you do that, you have to give up some picks, but we thought that was the more appropriate thing to do.”
As Snead alluded to, the Rams did give up some of those extra selections in the process, including picks 201 and 202 in the sixth round and a 2026 fourth-round pick, but they ultimately felt it was justified.
“We’re all about competition, and we expect these six players to upgrade our roster,” McVay said.ul Jr. with 172nd pick in the 2025 NFL Draft
Hunter has “the ability to go through you or to be able to run away from you”
According to Football Insights (@fball_insights on X), Hunter’s career explosive run rate β defined by the account as runs of 10-plus yards β of 18.9% was second-highest among running backs in this year’s class.
It’s a trait the Rams certainly had an appreciation for.
McVay said Hunter has “the ability to go through you or to be able to run away from you,” and break off long runs.
“He can hit home runs for you too,” McVay said. “You give him a vertical seam, he’s got the ability to run away from you. I mean, some of the metrics that we have on him are really impressive.”
Too early to look ahead to 2026
One of the biggest headlines from this year’s draft was the Rams acquiring a 2026 first-round pick from the Falcons, giving Los Angeles two next year.
A reporter said it seemed like this was really about two drafts β this year and next year, rather than just this year alone. The Rams anticipated trading back, but not necessarily for a future first-round pick, according to Snead.
So, while the Rams seem well positioned for next year, it’s too early to think that far ahead.
“One year’s like dog years in coaching for me,” McVay said. “That’s a long way away.”
April 26, 2025 at 11:55 pm in reply to: articles, vids, etc. wrapping up & assessing the Rams draft #156188znModeratorznModeratorMy list will repeat yours a bit.
from https://www.turfshowtimes.com/2025/4/26/24418182/rams-2025-undrafted-free-agent-tracker
Rams 2025 UDFA Signings
LB Shaun Dolac, Buffalo
EDGE Jamil Muhammad, USC
iOL Trey Wedig, Indiana
WR Brennan Presley, Oklahoma State
RB Jordan Waters, North Carolina State
DL DaβJon Terry, Oklahoma
WR Tru Edwards, Louisiana Tech
S Nate Vacarce, NIU
WR Mario Williams, Tulane
iOL Willie Lampkin, UNC
EDGE Josh Pearcy, Rice
OL Ben Dooly, Boise StatApril 26, 2025 at 9:26 pm in reply to: articles, vids, etc. wrapping up & assessing the Rams draft #156186znModeratorso what holes do they still have to fill?
corner?
oline depth?
maybe another wr?I still think they need a traditional 3/4 DE/5-tech type. They really mostly have NTs and 3-techs.
But yeah–corner, OT, and speed at WR.
znModeratorJourdan Rodrigue@JourdanRodrigue
Konata Mumpfield is a pretty versatile, productive late-round WR for the Rams. Dane Brugler calls him a “route-running craftsman”. Three consecutive 500-plus seasons at Pitt, and gets open for his QB.znModeratorWR Konata Mumpfield Pittsburgh, 4SR
BACKGROUND: Konata (Ko-nah-TAY) Mumpfield, the third of four children (three boys, one girl), was born in a military family in Fort Benning, Ga., with his parents (Ceeprian and Michelle). His father played football at NC State before joining the Army (retired after 21 years of service). Mumpfield grew up moving around to different military bases, including stops in Japan and Korea. He started playing sports at age 3 while his father was stationed in Japan, and he continued to play once his family returned to the States and settled in northern Georgia. He was a multisport athlete throughout childhood, primarily playing baseball, b sketball and football. Mumpfield started working with former NFL tight end Alge Crumpler and competed in 7-on-7 with several area football stars, such as Josh Downs and Arik Gilbert. His younger sister (Maia) is a junior pitcher and infielder for the Georgia State softball team. Mumpfield attended Dacula High, where he was a multisport letterman. After playing on the freshman football team, he joined the varsity squad and played both ways (wide receiver and cornerback), helping lead the program to a conference title in 2017. As a junior, Mumpfield posted 35 catches for 554 yards and six touchdowns, which earned him first-team all-region honors. As a senior, he led Dacula to a 13-1 record β its lone loss came in the 6A state playoff quarterfinals. Mumpfield finished that season with 43 receptions for 820 yards (19.1 average) and 13 touchdowns, adding three interceptions and three punt return touchdowns. He again earned all-region honors and was named honorable mention all-county. Mumpfield also lettered on the Dacula basketball team for two seasons.
A three-star recruit, Mumpfield was the 204th-ranked athlete in the 2020 recruiting class and the No. 232 recruit in Georgia. He received his first scholarship offer at the start of his senior year from Division II Clark Atlanta. Two months later, on Halloween 2019, Akron gave Mumpfield his first FBS offer. He added other FCS offers from Alabama A&M, Austin Peay, Florida A&M, Mercer, Tennessee State and Western Carolina. He also received interest from other FBS programs, but most schools wanted him at cornerback β Mumpfield was adamant he would be a wide receiver in college. He committed to Akron as part of the 2020 class, but he grayshirted and officially became part of the 2021 class. After a productive freshman season, Mumpfield entered the transfer portal (Dec. 2021) and received offers from more than a dozen then-Power 5 programs, including Georgia Tech, Indiana, Kentucky, LSU, Louisville, Minnesota, Ole Miss, Utah and USC. He had a relationship with the Pitt coaches from his high school recruiting process, though, and signed with head coach Pat Narduzzi for his final three years of eligibility. Mumpfield opted out of Pittsburgh’s 2024 bowl game and accepted his invitation to the East-West Shrine Bowl.
YEAR (GP/GS) REC YDS AVG TD DROP NOTES
2021: (12/12) 63 751 11.92 8 4 Akron; Freshman All-American; Second Team All-MAC; led team in receiving; enrolled
January 2021
2022: (12/9) 58 551 9.50 1 2 Pittsburgh; missed one game (injury); enrolled January 2022
2023: (12/12) 44 576 13.09 5 1 Pittsburgh; led team in catches
2024: (12/12) 52 813 15.63 5 4 Pittsburgh; Honorable Mention All-ACC; led team in receiving; missed bowl game (opt-out)
Total: (48/45) 217 2,691 12.40 19 11STRENGTHS:
β Competitive urgency in everything he does on the field
β Sudden in releases and has a few tricks in his bag to win off the ball
β Skilled at swiping corners to gain a vertical step and stack positioning
β Body fluidity shows, mid-route and at the catch point (wears No. 9 because that was Amari Cooper’s number at Alabama)
β Subtle details of route running matter to him
β Tracks the football very well and stays focused, regardless of surroundings
β Wore the captain’s “C” proudly in 2024 and grew up with a sense of discipline (his father served as a member of the military police in the Army)WEAKNESSES:
β Height, weight, arm length and hand size all fall below ideal NFL standards
β Average play strength and struggles at times fighting through mid-route contact
β Quicker than fast, and getting vertical against NFL speed will be a tougher challenge
β Does a better job eluding coverage before the catch than he does after it (average yards-after-catch skills)
β Guilty of making a few extra moves in his route plan, which disrupts cadence of the play
β Doesn’t offer much experience on special teamsSUMMARY: A three-year starter at Pitt, Mumpfield was flexed across the formation in offensive coordinator Kade Bell’s up-tempo, spread scheme (62.2 percent of snaps wide, 37.4 percent in the slot in 2024). From the day he joined Pitt’s program, he found ways to be productive, regardless of quarterback play. Mumpfield can skillfully poke holes in coverage, and he constructs routes with pacing, purpose and salesmanship. He has well-developed tracking/ball skills to make challenging catches, although he needs to develop more as a run-after-catch weapon. Overall, Mumpfield doesn’t wow with size or vertical speed, but he is a route-running craftsman and finds open windows for his quarterback. His toughness and attention to detail should help separate him in training camp.
GRADE: 6th-7th round
znModeratorznModeratorHeight
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Broad Jump
10β 4ββBy Lance Zierlein
https://www.nfl.com/prospects/konata-mumpfield/32004d55-4d47-8130-a5b3-cf5623c5e8e2
Overview
Versatile receiver with average size. Mumpfield is average in beating press and his routes are too undisciplined, but he has the instincts and athleticism to run an expanded route tree over the first two levels. He goes from bad focus drop to highly focused contested catch in the same drive. Heβs crafty in uncovering, but scouts question his top-end speed and ability to threaten the third level. Mumpfield has modest traits but possesses playmaking elements that could be nurtured with more coaching.
Strengths
Uses altered route tempo and sudden feet to work past coverage.
Attacks drive phase with big push but can quickly snap off intermediate breaks.
Shows ability to make athletic in-air adjustments to bring it in.
Blends focus and aggression to win contested catches.
Able to stab throws outside his frame with sudden hands.
Good vision with slippery hips in his run after catch.Weaknesses
Routes lack focus.
Average separation burst out of breaks underneath.
Freestyling can throw off the timing of the route.
Drops typically come when working into the middle of the field.
Needs better awareness for anticipatory throws as a pro.znModeratorDo you really want 4 sixth-rounders, or do you try and trade up into the fifth where you have no picks, or maybe improve your position in the fourth?
They could possibly keep them. In 2023 and 2024 Rams hit on a lot of picks in the 6th round. Itβs a recent drafting strength of theirs, so far anyway.
OR!
They could trade them all away to move up.
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