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Auburn EDGE projected to land with Dallas Cowboys in ESPN's latest NFL mock draft
Faulk's draft stock continues to rise as the 2025 season draws closer. Keldric Faulk's NFL draft stock continues to rise as the 2025 season draws closer. The talented Auburn pass rusher received another first-round projection this week as ESPN's Matt Miller pairs Faulk with the Dallas Cowboys at No. 13 overall in his latest mock draft released Monday. Although the draft order for next year's draft will not be revealed until after the 2025 season concludes, Miller used the latest data from ESPN's Football Power Index to build his mock draft. Miller feels that Faulk would mesh nicely with linebacker Micah Parsons to give Dallas a speedy pass rush game. The Cowboys enter the season still needing to sign Micah Parsons to a long-term extension. While they signed Dante Fowler Jr. this offseason, Dallas needs more on the edge after passing on the position in the 2025 draft. At 6-foot-6, 288 pounds, Faulk is a versatile player who can play along the defensive line, from 3-technique to a true outside edge. He can generate pressure from inside and out, as evidenced by his 24 edge pressures and five interior pressures last season. Faulk's size and strength would be fun to pair with Parsons' speed. Faulk ranks No. 16 in Pro Football Focus' Big Board ahead of the 2026 NFL draft after taking a giant step forward in development last season. He improved his season grade from 67.5 as a freshman to 83.8 as a sophomore, and drastically increased his numbers in snaps, sacks, and quarterback hurries. PFF sees high draft potential in Faulk after he finished in the top 20 in several categories last season. His 83.8 overall PFF grade was more than 16 points better than what he posted as a freshman and is the fifth-best mark of any returning Power Four edge rusher. The former four-star recruit is at his best in the run game, tying for eighth among Power Four edges with 23 run-defense stops last year. Faulk is still developing moves as a pass rusher, but he did show improvement there with nine sacks and 45 pressures last year. Both those figures stood in the top-20 of the Power Four. Faulk's first-round chatter is music to Auburn's ears, as the program has not produced a first-rounder since 2020. Its current five-year drought matches its drought from 2015-19 for the program's longest since 2000. Contact/Follow us @TheAuburnWire on X (Twitter), and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Auburn news, notes, and opinions. You can also follow Taylor on Twitter @TaylorJones__
Yahoo
5 days ago
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Heat rumors: This Miami star ‘available' after failed Kevin Durant pursuit
The post Heat rumors: This Miami star 'available' after failed Kevin Durant pursuit appeared first on ClutchPoints. As rumors swirl around the Miami Heat, the team now looks for another way to improve the team after they were unable to land Kevin Durant in a trade, despite being a finalist along with the winner of the sweepstakes in the Houston Rockets. While the Heat now prepare for the NBA Draft on Wednesday, there could be some action with their 20th overall pick, and especially star Andrew Wiggins. Advertisement According to ClutchPoints' NBA Insider Brett Siegel in his latest Big Board ahead of Wednesday's draft, he would mention Wiggins as being 'available in trade talks' along with the aforementioned 20th pick. The goal is for them to add an 'upgrade' alongside the featured Heat duo of Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo. 'Teams are wondering what is next with the Miami Heat after striking out on a Durant trade,' Siegel wrote. 'Miami continues to make Andrew Wiggins available in trade talks and would be willing to part with the 20th pick in the NBA Draft for an upgrade alongside Tyler Herro and Bam Adebayo, sources said.' Wiggins was traded to Miami in the deal that sent Jimmy Butler to the Golden State Warriors and had averaged 18 points, 4,5 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game while shooting 44.8 percent from the field and 37.4 percent from deep. According to The Miami Herald's Anthony Chiang of Barry Jackson, Wiggins had been in the proposal for Duant. The Heat's final offer included Andrew Wiggins, Terry Rozier, two bench players, and the 20th pick in Wednesday's NBA Draft. Haywood Highsmith and Jaime Jaquez Jr. were discussed as those two additional pieces in Miami's offer, the source said,' they wrote. 'But Phoenix ultimately wasn't tempted by a package of Wiggins, Rozier, Jaquez, Highsmith, and the 20th pick. Florida prospect projected to stay in-state with the Heat Scott Wachter-Imagn Images Looking at who the Heat are connected to in the NBA Draft, if the team does stay at the pick, University of Florida guard Walter Clayton Jr. is the one who has been talked about. Siegel would say that Miami is 'valuing experienced prospect' with Clayton at 22 years old, and one that could have an immediate impact. Advertisement 'The Miami Heat are said to be valuing experienced prospects in the 2025 NBA Draft that can provide an instant impact on the court rather than youthful projects with long-term upside, which has led many to believe that they are targeting Clayton with the 20th pick,' Siegel wrote. Siegel would also have Miami picking Clayton with the 20th pick in his mock draft, saying the idea of him being selected by the team has 'gained momentum.' Especially after missing out on Durant, the Heat is looking for more scoring threats, as Clayton could fit nicely along with Herro and Adebayo. 'After missing out on trading for Durant, Miami needs to prioritize finding scoring threats next to Herro and Bam Adebayo,' Siegel wrote. 'Outside of Herro, the Heat don't have other lead playmakers in their backcourt, which makes Clayton a high-upside pick for Pat Riley. Clayton to Miami has gained momentum among league personnel in recent days.' At any rate, Miami is looking to improve after having a 37-45 record, which put them 10th in the East. Although they would make the playoffs, they would be swept by the Cleveland Cavaliers in the first round. Related: NBA rumors: Lakers check in with Heat on Andrew Wiggins trade Related: Heat rumors: Zach Lowe praises Kevin Durant trade decision
Yahoo
24-06-2025
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2025 NBA Draft: Ranking the best forwards, featuring consensus No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg
Let's run down the top prospects in the 2025 NBA Draft by position. Here are the best forwards in the class. You can also find the entire Big Board, plus a full two-round mock draft and scouting reports for every single prospect, in the 2025 NBA Draft Guide. Height: 6-8 • Weight: 221 • Class: Freshman • Age: 18.5 Advertisement Flagg is a do-it-all forward who hustles like a madman, makes his teammates better as a passer, and has dialed in a knockdown jumper. He's both the best offensive and defensive prospect in this draft class, making him the safest No. 1 pick in ages. It's his growth as a shot creator that will decide if he reaches his All-Star floor or soars to his Hall of Fame ceiling. (Grant Thomas/Yahoo Sports Illustration) Height: 6-8 • Weight: 203 • Class: Freshman • Age: 18.8 Bailey is a ridiculous shot-making machine, capable of splashing contested jumpers from every spot on the floor and with the swagger of a throwback bucket-getter. But his raw edges as a shot creator and defender need sanding down to turn him into a full-on star. Height: 6-7 • Weight: 239 • Class: Sophomore • Age: 20 Advertisement Murray-Boyles operates like a defensive savant the way he locks down every position, uses his ninja-quick hands to swipe at the ball, and inhales rebounds. He's a special defensive presence, and offensively he's a bulldozer finisher with a playmaking feel. Improving his jumper would move him out of tweener territory and into All-Star status. Height: 6-9 • Weight: 198 • Age: 18.5 Essengue is a toolsy forward with a fluid handle, dynamic finishing package, and highly versatile defense. But his long-term upside hinges on the jumper clicking. And if it doesn't, his defense must reach a level that prevents coaches from keeping him off the floor. Height: 6-7 • Weight: 215 • Class: Freshman • Age: 19.5 Advertisement Bryant is a rangy, athletic forward who projects as a highly versatile defender. And though he's raw as a ball-handler, he's a skilled spot-up shooter and a hyper-aware cutter. At a minimum, he has the baseline skills to be a great role player with the upside to someday be much more. You can find the entire Big Board, plus a full two-round mock draft and scouting reports for every single prospect in the 2025 NBA Draft Guide.
Yahoo
24-06-2025
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2025 NBA Draft: Ranking the top wing prospects, including Duke's Kon Knueppel
Let's run down the top prospects in the 2025 NBA Draft by position. Here are the best wings in the class. You can also find the entire Big Board, plus a full two-round mock draft and scouting reports for every single prospect, in the 2025 NBA Draft Guide. Height: 6-5 • Weight: 219 • Class: Freshman • Age: 19.9 Advertisement Knueppel brings more than just a sharpshooter's stroke thanks to his brainy pick-and-roll playmaking and crafty scoring feel. He's got a slick midrange bag and strength scoring inside, but to become a player that takes over games he'll need to overcome his average athleticism. (Grant Thomas/Yahoo Sports Illustration) Height: 6-4 • Weight: 193 • Class: Freshman • Age: 19.9 Edgecombe is an explosive, high-motor wing who flies out of nowhere for poster dunks and chase-down blocks. He pairs his elite athleticism with a knockdown spot-up jumper and fearless slashing, though he needs to improve his shot creation to become more of a primary creator. Height: 6-6 • Weight: 213 • Class: Senior • Age: 21.8 Advertisement Coward has gone from a Division III player to a potential first-round pick in just a few years behind his rapid development into a prospect with a valued 3-and-D skill-set. But he brings even higher upside thanks to his passing vision. Height: 6-7 • Weight: 215 • Class: Freshman • Age: 19.7 McNeeley is a sharpshooting wing with superb instincts moving without the ball, and the touch to splash from deep ranges. Though he doesn't project as a primary shot creator, his feel as a connective passer gives him the skill to fit into any type of offense. Height: 6-6 • Weight: 200 • Class: Freshman • Age: 19.8 Advertisement Powell has a chiseled frame that he uses to barrel into defenders at the rim and to contain opponents when he's on defense. He's a switch-everything defender who plays with a high motor, and if his spot-up jumper translates he checks all the boxes to be a 3-and-D role player at a minimum. You can find the entire Big Board, plus a full two-round mock draft and scouting reports for every single prospect, in the 2025 NBA Draft Guide.
Yahoo
24-06-2025
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2025 NBA Draft: Ranking the best guards in the class, led by Rutgers star Dylan Harper
Let's run down the top prospects in the 2025 NBA Draft by position. Here are the best guards in the class. You can also find the entire Big Board, plus a full two-round mock draft and scouting reports for every single prospect, in the 2025 NBA Draft Guide. Height: 6-5 • Weight: 213 • Class: Freshman • Age: 19.3 Advertisement Harper is a big-bodied lefty combo guard with NBA blood in his veins, as the son of Ron Harper, who was a 20/5/5 guy before winning five titles as a role player. Like his father, Harper has a high-floor with the skill, poise, and playmaking instincts to dictate the game at his pace. But the fate of his jumper will determine whether he's an All-Star or just one of the NBA's many solid guards. (Grant Thomas/Yahoo Sports Illustration) Height: 6-5 • Weight: 190 • Class: Freshman • Age: 19.3 Johnson is a clutch shot-maker who can catch fire from all over the floor, drilling step-backs and off-screen jumpers with ease. But he needs to continue developing his point guard skills while also honing his shot selection and dramatically improving his defense. Height: 6-5 • Weight: 205 • Class: Freshman • Age: 18.7 Advertisement Fears is a dynamic guard with a twitchy attacking style and a knack for coming through as a clutch shooter. He was one of college basketball's youngest freshmen, and it showed with his shaky decision-making as a shooter and passer. But he has a feel for shot creation and a handle that lets him get anywhere on the floor, so he may only need time to emerge as a star. Height: 6-5 • Weight: 205 • Class: Freshman • Age: 19 Jakučionis is a slick shot-creator with a creative passing gene and a fearless scoring ability, carving up defenses with crafty finishes, step-back jumpers, and jaw-dropping passes. But as a freshman he'd follow up those highlights with turnover brain-farts that derail the hype train. Height: 6-1 • Weight: 178 • Class: Freshman • Age: 19.7 Advertisement Richardson is a skilled combo guard with a lethal midrange game and a poised pick-and-roll feel, looking like he downloaded the experience of his NBA veteran father, Jason Richardson. Jase didn't inherit his father's height or dunk contest athleticism though, so his smaller stature could cap his upside. You can find the entire Big Board, plus a full two-round mock draft and scouting reports for every single prospect, in the 2025 NBA Draft Guide.
