Ranking Alabama's top 5 players in 2022 NFL Draft

Top 5 Alabama 2022 NFL Draft Prospects (#1-#3)

#1 - OL Evan Neal

The Crimson Tide haven't had a player taken with the first overall pick, but Evan Neal seems to be inching his way there.

Neal is an all-around beast on the offensive line with pass protection and an ability to open up the run, which is why running back Brian Robinson Jr. had a good season in 2021. He primarily plays tackle and could be a blindside blocker for Trevor Lawrence if the Jacksonville Jaguars take him with the No. 1 pick.

#2 - LB Christian Harris

Christian Harris should be Alabama's first defensive player taken in the first round.

Harris has been a leader on Alabama's defense since 2019 and plays with great technique and style. Against the run, he has a slight issue with body control and changing direction in a split-second. He makes up for it by being great in zone coverage and shutting down the middle of the field. Many see him as a clear-cut "MIKE" linebacker in the NFL, and a team like the New England Patriots could snatch him as a long-time starter.

#3 - WR Jameson Williams

Arkansas v Alabama - WR Jameson Williams

It could be argued that Jameson Williams is Alabama's top prospect for the draft. The issue is that he tore his ACL during the national championship game against Georgia, hurting his draft value a bit. Luckily, he broke out in 2021 with 1,572 yards and 15 touchdowns, which will keep him as a first-round pick.

After two seasons with less than 10 catches in each, Williams became Alabama's top receiver. He can manipulate defenses to get himself open, and his speed is on another level. He has every skill the NFL wants from its receivers except the ability to battle physical defenders. That should develop over time as he works with NFL-level strength coaches.