Round 3, Pick 35 · #99 Overall
Seattle Seahawks · CB · Arkansas
Traded: Compensatory Pick (From PIT)
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Big Board Rank: #104 · Day 3 Sleeper
Julian Neal emerged as Arkansas' top cornerback over three seasons, showcasing impressive physical tools and competitive toughness in the SEC. The 6-foot-1 corner brings elite ball skills and press coverage ability, thriving in physical matchups against bigger receivers. His draft stock peaked during his junior season when he led the Razorbacks in interceptions and pass breakups. However, inconsistent footwork in zone coverage and struggles against elite route runners have kept him from first-round consideration. Neal projects as a developmental corner with special teams value who could carve out a role as a physical outside corner in press-heavy schemes.
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