2018 NFL Draft: Updated Best Players Available

The first 3 rounds of the 2018 NFL Draft are in the books, but there is still plenty of talented players available.

Below is a list of the top remaining players available in the 2018 NFL Draft. There’s a strong group of players on the board with some having a chance to make an immediate impact. The quarterback position still has players left which could spark a run.

1. Hercules Mata’afa, DL, Washington State

Big Board Rank: No. 41

Mata’afa is a disruptive player who can play multiple spots along the defensive line.

2.. Deon Cain, WR, Clemson

Big Board Rank: No. 43

Cain is a deep threat who uses his speed to stretch the field.

3. Jamarco Jones, OT, Ohio State

Big Board Rank: No. 47

Jones has some developing to do, but he has the upside to be a starting left tackle in the NFL.

4. Kyzir White, S, West Virginia

Big Board Rank: No. 48

White is a well-rounded safety prospect who can support the run and is developing as a coverage guy.

5. Darius Phillips, CB, Western Michigan

Big Board Rank: No. 54

Phillips features good size and speed for the position. He brings added value as a kick returner.

6. Armani Watts, S, Texas A&M

Big Board Rank: No. 57

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Watts is a quick-twitch athlete who will attack the football.

7. Akrum Wadley, RB, Iowa

Big Board Rank: 57

Wadley has the juice needed to break off long runs and produce big plays.

8. Duke Ejiofor, Edge, Wake Forest

Big Board Rank: No. 61

Ejiofor might be a little undersized, but he has the burst and bend to generate pressure on the quarterback.

9. Luke Falk, QB, Washington State

Big Board Rank: No. 66

Falk is an accurate passer who has better arm strength than most realize. He absolutely has the skills to be a starting NFL quarterback.

10. Jordan Lasley, WR, UCLA

Big Board Rank: No. 67

This is a 1st round talent who has dropped because of character concerns.

11. Ogbonnia Okoronkwo, Edge, Oklahoma

Big Board Rank: No. 73

Okoronkwo may only be a situational pass rusher, but this kid knows out to put pressure on the quarterback.

12. Maurice Hurst, DT, Michigan

Big Board Rank: No. 74

Hurst’s medical concerns are the reason he is still available.

13. Mike White QB, Western Michigan

Big Board Rank: No. 78

White features a very strong throwing arm and loves to attack the deep part of the field.

14. Equanimeous St. Brown, WR, Notre Dame

Big Board Rank: No. 79

St. Brown is a boom or bust prospect who has the overall talent to be a No. 1 receiver.

15. Troy Fumagalli, TE, Wisconsin

Big Board Rank: No. 80

Fumagalli is a steady performer who can create separation and provide the quarterback with a reliable target.