Veteran Harrison Smith decided to return for his 14th season, but the Vikings need to start grooming Smith’s heir apparent. Emmanwori is regarded as the top safety in the draft. His 88 tackles led South Carolina last season. He also produced four interceptions.

If prognosticators are correct and the Tennessee Titans select Miami quarterback Cam Ward with the No. 1 overall pick, the Browns will be in prime position to land Hunter at No. 2. In its latest mock draft, B/R's NFL Scouting Department predicted that Cleveland would do just that.

The New York Giants are open to allowing Colorado standout Travis Hunter to play on both sides of the ball if they wind up using the third overall pick in next week's NFL draft on the cornerback and wide receiver.