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2015 NFL Draft prospect
Neiron Ball
age 22.7 · 6'2" · 236 lb
On the live board, bust risk sits at 21% and the realistic range is No. 114 to No. 274.
Limited public-board coverage (0 boards) — grade leans on stats + athleticism alone
Backtest: model vs. reality
The model graded Neiron Ball at pick #144; he was actually picked #161 by OAK. 1 NFL season in, he's barely gotten on the field (grading 2.6 of 20 per season).
Overview
Headline grade, verdict, and the one-line scout take
Draftanomics Rank
Low conviction#144OLB·Florida
We had him No. 144 on draft night; OAK didn't call his name until No. 161 — a 17-pick gap between our board and the league's. His career is settling that argument now.
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Scouting report
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Why this grade
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Consensus
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Production
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Risk0
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Team fit5
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Will he be there?
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Comps0
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Film & notes
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