Friday, April 5, 2024

2024 NFL Draft Prospect OG Cooper Beebe

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6 players sliding down NFL Draft boards who could be bargains, from Olu Fashanu to Jeremiah Trotter Jr. (4.  IOL Cooper Beebe, Kansas State - Consensus big board high: 19th overall. Current rank: 52nd.  Whomever plucks Beebe off the board on Day 2 is going to get one of 2024’s most accomplished blockers. The burly guard went from first-team All-American to consensus first-team All-American last year, spending time on the interior of the Wildcats line and out — he started 22 games at left or right tackle in his college career and was an All-Big 12 honoree there in 2021.  But his 31.5-inch arm length has raised concerns, dropping him from a spot as 2024’s first guard/center selected to a probable spot in the second round. That, paired with decent combine speed/agility numbers and a weak bench press performance, has allowed players like Jackson Powers-Johnson and Graham Barton to climb ahead of him.  These limitations didn’t affect Beebe’s career. While that lack of reach may have created some lunging issues, he’s still got crocodile power once he has a defender in his grasp, locking on and dispatching them with efficacy. He’s versatile and disciplined, making him a coach’s dream and an easy man to pencil in on an NFL depth chart.) (4-25-24):  https://ftw.usatoday.com/lists/nfl-draft-2024-sliding-players-bargains-jeremiah-trotter-cooper-beebe-keon-coleman

6 prospects whose stock is falling before the 2024 NFL Draft, from T'Vondre Sweat to Keon Coleman (2
OG Cooper Beebe, Kansas State:  Beebe was once considered a potential Day 1 pick. As it stands, he may linger to the back half of Day 2.  That’s not exactly a dramatic drop, but it’s a concern. Beebe is a tried-and-true road-paver. He was an All-Big-12 left tackle, then kicked inside to earn second-team All-American honors at guard in 2022, then first-team honors last fall. He tested very well in the agility and explosion drills at the combine.  So why is he slipping down draft boards? His 31.5-inch arm length has scouts concerned opposing defenders are going to be able to evade his grasp, get inside leverage on him and move him off the ball. Between the worry about increased competition and the fact Beebe’s spot at guard isn’t quite as high-profile a position as tackle (in a draft loaded with them), one of college football’s best blockers could wind up a third-round pick.) (4-19-24):  https://ftw.usatoday.com/lists/2024-nfl-draft-6-prospects-draft-stock-falling-tvondre-sweat-keon-coleman

NFL draft: Top offensive players on the board (Cooper Beebe, G, 6-3, 322, Kansas State.  Scouting report: Plays with balance and power and saw game time at every position on the line but center. Arm length (31 1/2 inches) could be a real issue at the next level.  Fact: Played five years and permitted just one sack over his final 41 games.  Gone by: Late second.) (4-17-24):  https://apnews.com/article/nfl-draft-2024-top-offensive-players-16d381a752bcd6598b599160617bd063

NFL Draft: In an ultra-deep offensive line class, take your pick from a variety of styles (The interior guys - The last lineman in my top 50 is Kansas State’s Cooper Beebe, whose film is littered with bodies that he put into the ground in the run game. Beebe is a good athlete who stays balanced and consistently adjusts to moving targets in pass protection and on the second level in the run game. Beebe’s big blemish is his sub 32-inch arm length, which would make him a true outlier at guard. He has the size, smarts and ability to be an NFL starter, but his lack of length will make him a bit of a test case to see if he can stay at guard. If he can, then Beebe can be a Year 1 starter because of all the aspects of his game. If that length is too much of a hindrance, then Beebe might have to bump inside to center. Again, Beebe can be a good starter at center, but a potential limit of versatility will limit how high he can go.) (4-17-24):  https://sports.yahoo.com/nfl-draft-in-an-ultra-deep-offensive-line-class-take-your-pick-from-a-variety-of-styles-140758698.html

2024 NFL Draft: Highest-graded interior offensive linemen in every category (PASS-BLOCKING GRADE ON TRUE PASS SETS - Cooper Beebe, Kansas State: 88.7.  While Beebe may not be a supreme athlete, he undoubtedly possesses the experience and football acumen to win in pass protection on the interior.  His understanding of leverage and angles allowed him to excel on true pass sets, where he allowed just three pressures on 130 snaps.  PASS-BLOCKING GRADE ON PLAYS WITH NO PLAY ACTION - Cooper Beebe, Kansas State: 91.4.  The PFF All-American guard’s high football IQ and versatility — he played all three interior positions during his college career — have given Beebe the foundation to excel in pass protection.  The Kansas State product generated a 99.2 pass-block efficiency rating on passing plays without play action, allowing just five total pressures on 311 snaps.  PASS BLOCKING GRADE ON THREE-STEP DROPS - Cooper Beebe, Kansas State: 85.3.  Beebe displays sound technique and effective hand placement to anchor bull rushers, which provided stability for Kansas State’s short passing game.  On three-step drops, the former Wildcat was one of many interior blockers to allow no pressure, yet he was the only one to accomplish the feat while playing 100-plus snaps and 25 or fewer screen attempts.) (4-15-24):  https://www.pff.com/news/draft-2024-nfl-draft-highest-graded-interior-offensive-linemen-in-every-category

2024 NFL Draft preview: 5 interior offensive linemen that could interest Lions (4. Cooper Beebe, Kansas State - 6-3, 322. (20 reps bench press).  The Big 12 Conference Offensive Lineman of the Year and finalist for the Outland Trophy (given to the nation's top interior lineman-OL/DL), Beebe started all 13 games at left guard this past season but also started at both tackle spots during his time at Kansas State. He's another hybrid player with position versatility. Beebe is a wide body with a lot of experience who should be able to help a team right away.) (4-9-24):  https://www.detroitlions.com/news/2024-nfl-draft-preview-5-interior-offensive-line-lions-barton-powers-johnson-frazier

2024 NFL Draft Position Rankings: Interior offensive linemen (7. G COOPER BEEBE, KANSAS STATE - PFF BIG BOARD RANK: 123.  Beebe's high football IQ should lead to a long NFL career. Unfortunately, his athletic limitations will likely limit that career to that of a backup swing lineman.) (4-8-24):  https://www.pff.com/news/draft-2024-nfl-draft-position-rankings-interior-offensive-linemen

2024 NFL Draft: The top-10 interior offensive line prospects if everyone in college football was eligible (3. COOPER BEEBE, KANSAS STATE, 2024:  Beebe’s career has been the inverse of Barton’s in that he began at tackle before moving to the interior. No matter where he’s lined up, he’s dominated. His 94.8 PFF pass-blocking grade since 2021 leads all offensive linemen in college football. He was named a PFF second-team All-American in 2022 before making the first team this past season.  One of Beebe’s main concerns was his athleticism and how it would translate to the NFL. He put those concerns to bed by testing as a 93rd percentile athlete according to Kent Lee Platte’s relative athletic score. He still has well below-average length for the position, but the tape and athletic testing numbers should make him an easy Day 2 pick.) (4-3-24):  https://www.pff.com/news/draft-2024-nfl-draft-the-top-10-interior-offensive-line-prospects-if-everyone-in-college-football-was-eligible

Big 12 Pro Day: 5 OL/DL Who Can Raise NFL Draft Stock (COOPER BEEBE, IOL, KANSAS STATE:  Cooper Beebe is a rare athlete despite being a phone-booth blocker who weighs 322 pounds. The Kansas City native ran the 40 in 5.03 seconds. That is a refrigerator on wheels! Beebe also posted elite agility results with a 4.61 shuttle and 7.44 3-cone. The Wildcats standout had a 9-foot-1 broad!  Beebe deserves more top-64 hype than he's receiving. Beebe proved he's plenty athletic, but it's sheer strength and power that physically overwhelms defenders that's at the forefront of his scouting report. Beebe's pre-draft stock increases every time he gets in front of NFL decision-makers.) (3-29-24):  https://thedraftnetwork.com/2024/03/29/big-12-pro-day-2024-ol-dl-nfl-draft-stock

5 thoughts on the 2024 NFL draft with 5 weeks to go (Kansas State OL Cooper Beebe – current consensus projection at 58; it wouldn’t surprise me at all if he winds up in the final handful of first-round slots) (3-21-24):  https://draftwire.usatoday.com/lists/5-thoughts-on-the-2024-nfl-draft-with-5-weeks-to-go/

2024 NFL Draft Stock – Post-Combine I (Cooper Beebe, G, Kansas State:  Even before free agency started, teams started dishing out big contracts to interior offensive linemen, and that continued when the market opened up, with players like Robert Hunt, Jonah Jackson and Kevin Dotson cashing in. The demand will help guard draft prospects because there are teams that were unable to sign the top guards and other teams that had attrition at the position. Team sources said Beebe interviewed really well at the combine. Both of them could be plug-and-play starters at the pro level. Beebe has a shot at being second-round picks and won’t get out of the third round.) (3-14-24):  https://walterfootball.com/draft2024stock_27.php

2024 NFL Draft interior offensive line rankings: Strong group of guards, centers (6. Cooper Beebe, Kansas State: 6-3, 322, Redshirt Senior.  Overview: The reigning two-time Big 12 Offensive Lineman of the Year, Beebe might just be the most celebrated of this year's interior offensive line prospects. The Kansas City native redshirted his first season on campus but never left the field once he got on it for the Wildcats, starting 48 of a possible 51 career games. He earned all-conference honors each of the past three years, surrendering just five total sacks during that time (according to Pro Football Focus) while playing every position up front except center. Given his short arms, however, that may be the very position Beebe plays in the NFL.  Strengths - Built like a chest freezer with a thick, compact frame and stubby, powerful limbs.
Power stands out, as he creates an initial surge off the ball at the snap.  Excellent balance and core power to anchor against bull rushers, showing impressive awareness and patience to see blitzers and loopers coming and meeting with a steel wall.  Surprisingly agile for his square-ish frame (5.05, 5.03 in the 40-yard dash), efficiently slipping out of his stance on kickout blocks, showing a fighter pilot's radar to lock onto targets at the second level.  Possesses the awareness and communication skills to transition to center, if asked.  Concerns - Played some at RT (and even LT) at KSU but is strictly an interior lineman against NFL competition due to his very short arms (31.5").  Beebe's lack of length and grip strength shows up on tape, with him too often slipping off blocks and relying on his agility and tenacity to sustain.  Summary: Kansas State knew that Beebe was their best blocker and he was moved all over the offensive line as a result. Even when allowed to stick at left guard the past two seasons, he was often asked to kick out and essentially serve as a roaming lead blocker in KSU's run-heavy offense, which finished 11th in the nation in rushing yards per game in 2023 (204.1). Long-armed DTs will give him some trouble, but Beebe can pinball in the running game with the best of them.  Grade: Third Round) (3-6-24):  https://www.foxsports.com/stories/nfl/2024-nfl-draft-interior-offensive-line-rankings-strong-group-of-guards-centers

NFL Combine results: 12 standouts from the interior offensive line group (Cooper Beebe, Kansas State (6-foot-3, 322 pounds) - NFL projected position: Starting guard.  Notable measurable: 1.75-second 10-yard split, 9.7 unofficial RAS.  If you watched Beebe at Kansas State over the past few years, you saw a bulldozer in the run game who overpowered his opponents, yet some questioned his athleticism heading into the Combine. On Sunday, Beebe answered those questions with an impressive on-field performance that ended with an elite RAS. For a 322-pounder, Beebe showed that he is an easy mover, who can pull, slide, and change direction with the best of the class. He covered a lot of ground regardless of the direction he was moving and showed pop in his punch when engaging with the bags.) (3-5-24):  https://www.prideofdetroit.com/2024/3/5/24089763/nfl-combine-results-12-standouts-interior-offensive-linemen-draft

Top iOL in the 2024 NFL Draft: Ranking Jackson Powers-Johnson, Cooper Beebe, and Others (6. Cooper Beebe, G, Kansas State:  Had he declared for the 2023 NFL Draft, Cooper Beebe would have graded higher than Bills starter O’Cyrus Torrence on my board. He was a standout tackle in 2021, then moved to guard in 2022, where his traits translated seamlessly.  Beebe ultimately won Big 12 Offensive Lineman of the Year and returned to impose his will in 2023.  At 6’3″ and 322 pounds, Beebe has tremendous size, width, and mass as an interior blocker. He’s mobile enough to get out in space as a pulling blocker, maximizing his opportunities with stellar angle awareness and football IQ. At contact, he has the strength and power to torque his opponents into submission.) (3-5-24):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/top-iol-nfl-draft-2024/

2024 NFL Scouting Combine: Stock report for every position (STOCK UP: COOPER BEEBE, KANSAS STATE.  Beebe has been college football’s best guard for the last couple of seasons. His 91.8 PFF pass-blocking grade since 2022 leads all FBS guards while his 82.2 PFF run-blocking grade ranks seventh among Power Five ones. The reason why he was only a fifth-round prospect on PFF’s big board was due to concerns about his athleticism. His performance this week put those questions to bed.  His 5.03-second 40-yard dash ranks in the 92nd percentile for interior offensive linemen and his 1.75-second 10-yard split is in the 76th percentile. Beebe’s 9-foot-1 broad jump was in the 87th percentile for interior offensive linemen as well. He tested that well at 322 pounds, which places him in the 82nd percentile. Expect Beebe to come off the board on Day 2, potentially in the second round.) (3-4-24):  https://www.pff.com/news/draft-2024-nfl-scouting-combine-stock-report-for-every-position

2024 NFL Combine Stock Report – Offensive Linemen (Up - Cooper Beebe, OL, Kansas State:  Cooper Beebe showed off some great athleticism despite weighing in at 322 pounds. He ran a 5.03, which was a great time at his weight. His 1.75 10-yard split was excellent as well. Beebe parlayed his great time with a terrific showing in the drills.) (3-3-24):  https://walterfootball.com/combine2024stockOL.php

2024 NFL Combine Risers: Amarius Mims Breaks the Mold, Troy Fautanu Shows His Skills (Cooper Beebe, OG, Kansas State:  Some of the most compelling notes about Cooper Beebe‘s tape talk about his football IQ, technical refinement, and physical edge. Now that he’s tested as a high-level athlete, there’s little stopping him from rising up the board. A 5.03-second 40-yard dash, 9’1″ broad jump, 4.61-second shuttle, and 7.44-second three-cone all dispute claims of non-elite functional athleticism.) (3-3-24):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/2024-nfl-combine-risers-amarius-mims-troy-fautanu-draft/

2024 NFL Scouting Combine stock up/stock down, Day 4: Five offensive linemen star in Indianapolis (Up - Cooper Beebe - The two-time Big 12 Conference Offensive Lineman of the Year might have silenced concerns about his athleticism with a strong 1.75-second 10-yard split on his 5.03 40 at 322 pounds. He fared well in the position drills, getting out of his stance and mirroring better than most guards because of his experience at tackle. He is not the longest lineman here (31 1/2-inch arm, 78 1/8-inch wingspan) but the measurements are similar to those of former Pro Bowl lineman Chris Snee, to whom Beebe compares favorably.) (3-3-24):  https://www.nfl.com/news/2024-nfl-scouting-combine-stock-up-stock-down-day-4-five-offensive-linemen-star-in-indianapolis

NFL Hot Press: Combine Interview Feedback Part II (Kansas State offensive lineman Cooper Beebe interviewed really well with teams. Sources said he is smart and has good character. They shared they think Beebe will be a solid second-day pick who ends up being a potential 10-year starter in the NFL. Beebe played guard and tackle for the Wildcats, but is viewed as a guard for his pro career. With his combine interviews, Beebe helped himself to likely end up as a second-round pick next month in the 2024 NFL Draft.) (3-2-24):  https://walterfootball.com/nfl-hot-press-combine-interview-feedback-part-ii.php

Top IOL at the 2024 NFL Combine: Jackson Powers-Johnson, Graham Barton Top the Trenches in Testing (Cooper Beebe, Kansas State:  One of the best guard prospects in this class and likely the first one off the board, Cooper Beebe is a technically sound and tremendously physical guard. He is a road-grader who more often resembles a bulldozer than a human being on the football field.  Yet, he has questions to answer at the 2024 NFL Combine. Many scouts think he’s closer to average as an athlete, a fact that limits his NFL ceiling. A good showing in testing will quiet those and show his upside is better than many initially believed.) (3-1-24):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/top-iol-at-the-2024-nfl-combine/

NFL Draft: Top 5 prospects at each offensive position (4. Cooper Beebe, Kansas State (97):  Beebe won't crush the combine. His assignment-sound play is at the top of his draft resume.) (2-26-24):  https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/2024-nfl-combine-ranking-the-top-5-draft-prospects-at-every-offensive-position-including-a-surprise-at-wr1/

5 Offensive Linemen Lions Should Watch at NFL Combine (Cooper Beebe, Kansas State:  Beebe was considered to be one of the higher-rated prospects in last year's draft before returning to school. He managed to have a solid final season with the Wildcats in 2023.   He also has some versatility, as he started at multiple positions over his career with the Wildcats. Beebe was thrust into action at right tackle for two games last season, before returning to his natural left guard position.  Beebe finished the campaign with a 90.4 pass-blocking grade, per PFF. Despite being an older member of the class, he has the chance to continue rising with a strong showing at the combine. ) (2-25-24):  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/offensive-linemen-lions-targets-nfl-combine

NFL Combine preview: 10 interior OL the Lions should watch (Guards - Cooper Beebe, LG, Kansas State (6-foot-3 1⁄2, 331 pounds):  A four-year starter with strength for days, Beebe has the intelligence and nasty demeanor that would fit right in with the Lions offensive line room. He’s capable of playing at either guard position and his experience in a gap-blocking scheme would make him an instant impact starter in Detroit. With size and power, he can consistently be a road grader in the run game and Kansas State had continual success) (2-22-24):  https://www.prideofdetroit.com/2024/2/22/24078922/2024-nfl-combine-preview-10-interior-offensive-linemen-detroit-lions

Byron Murphy, Cooper Beebe among top prospects no longer at the Senior Bowl (1-29-24):  https://draftwire.usatoday.com/2024/01/29/byron-murphy-cooper-beebe-2024-senior-bowl-opt-out-sainristil-fautanu/

Detroit Lions prospects to watch at 2024 Senior Bowl (Cooper Beebe, OG, Kansas State:  The Lions have one of the league's best offensive lines, but the unit is entering a pivotal stage. Left guard Jonah Jackson is a free agent, so Detroit could seek out younger options to add to the group. Beebe was believed to be one of the better options in last year's class, but elected to return for a final season. He split some time between right tackle and left guard for the Wildcats this season, but was predominantly on the interior. His versatility is an attractive quality, as is the 90.4 run-blocking grade he earned from PFF for his performance this season. He's a smash-mouth player who fits the identity of Detroit's offensive line. ) (1-29-24):  https://www.si.com/nfl/lions/news/senior-bowl-prospects-interest-lions

Top Interior Offensive Linemen at the 2024 Senior Bowl: Troy Fautanu, Jackson Powers-Johnson Lead Talented iOL Class (3. Cooper Beebe, Kansas State:  The more you watch Cooper Beebe, the more you get why he’s such a coveted prospect and leader for Kansas State. He tosses defenders around left and right, showcasing elite play strength to pair with an aggressive mentality.  However, Beebe isn’t all brawn, demonstrating a phenomenal understanding of angles out in space and the ability to handle various blitzes and stunts. He boasts experience at left guard and both tackle spots, adding another plus to his draft stock.) (1-29-24):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/top-iol-senior-bowl-2024/

2024 Senior Bowl Preview: Offensive Line (1. Cooper Beebe | 6’3 321 | Kansas State.  Beebe is the best guard prospect in the class and is the most polished one. He could be the Peter Skoronski of the 2024 class with his tackle and guard versatility. Power and brute strength are the name of his game, and that game travels well. If he can show improved athleticism in Mobile, his stock may elevate into the second-round territory. Some team will get a plug and play starter at guard for a decade. PFF graded him as the third-best guard with a score of 84.5, and he has graded out in the 80s for three consecutive seasons.) (1-26-24):  https://nfldraftdiamonds.com/2024/01/2024-senior-bowl-preview-offensive-line/

Senior Bowl 2024 OL Primer: What You Need To Know (Cooper Beebe, Kansas State:  One of the strongest pound-for-pound players in the class, Beebe has a powerful north-south game and the lateral get-up-and-go to get in space. He’s not the most fluid mover, but he won’t lose isolated matchups and often makes it look extremely easy within the interior.) (1-22-24):  https://www.thedraftnetwork.com/2024/01/22/senior-bowl-2024-ol

2024 NFL Draft: My college football All-Senior Teams (Cooper Beebe, Kansas State (6-4, 335)*:  The two-time Big 12 Offensive Lineman of the Year, 2023 Outland Trophy finalist and AP first-team All-American is a stout blocker at the point of attack, halting defensive tackles and blitzers before they get into the backfield. Beebe, a William V. Campbell Trophy finalist, displayed the adaptability to start at left and right tackle during his career (and shift to either spot during his senior year when needed away from his normal left guard spot). The thick build belies his foot quickness, which linebackers and safeties experienced firsthand when Beebe took them out on the move in the run game.) (12-15-23):  https://www.nfl.com/news/2024-nfl-draft-my-college-football-all-senior-teams

2023 College Football All-Big 12 Team: Oklahoma State RB Ollie Gordon II, Texas DI T'Vondre Sweat and more (LG: Cooper Beebe, Kansas State Wildcats) (12-10-23):  https://www.pff.com/news/college-football-2023-all-big-12-team-oklahoma-state-ollie-gordon-ii-texas-tvondre-sweat

2023 PFF College All-America Team: LSU QB Jayden Daniels, Ohio State WR Marvin Harrison Jr. and more (LEFT GUARD: COOPER BEEBE, KANSAS STATE WILDCATS.  After being named a second-team All-American last season, Beebe jumped up to the first-team this year. His 83.8 grade led all Power Five guards, and he was the only one in the Power Five who placed top five in both pass- (third) and run-blocking (fourth). On 1,224 pass-blocking snaps over the last three seasons, the senior only surrendered one sack. He accomplished that while even playing left tackle in 2021 before switching to left guard.) (12-5-23):  https://www.pff.com/news/college-football-2023-pff-college-all-america-team-lsu-qb-jayden-daniels-ohio-state-wr-marvin-harrison-jr-and-more

2024 NFL Draft: Top 20 Senior Bowl prospects of the 2023 college football regular season (8. Cooper Beebe, OG, Kansas State (6-4, 335):  The Wildcats' do-it-all lineman led the team to another strong season. He spent most of the year stopping defensive tackles at left guard but was effective at left or right tackle when asked to slide out mid-contest. Beebe's build makes him a formidable run blocker, but it also belies his short-area agility, which allows him to stay with defenders in pass protection and hit linebackers on combo blocks. Even if a quick defensive tackle wins off the snap, the veteran lineman works through the whistle to ensure his man doesn't touch the quarterback.) (11-29-23):  https://www.nfl.com/news/2024-nfl-draft-top-20-senior-bowl-prospects-of-the-2023-college-football-regular

2024 NFL Draft: College Football Game Recaps – Week 10 (Kansas State guard/tackle Connor Beebe looks like a future NFL starter, and he was seeing a pro-caliber nose tackle in Texas’ T’Vondre Sweat. Overall, Beebe was more effective in this game, contributing to protecting quarterback Will Howard. In the first quarter, Sweat shed a block and made a tackle to produce a third-and-long for his defense. Aside from that play, Sweat did not create a significant impact. Sweat looks heavier this season and is not moving as well as he did in 2022. Aside from the performance against Oklahoma, Sweat has not been impressive this year. Beebe is not a world-beater, but he looks like a safe pick to turn into a quality pro starter.) (11-5-23):  https://walterfootball.com/draft2024recap_10.php

Detroit Lions 2024 draft watch: 8 players to watch, including Alabama’s Chris Braswell (Cooper Beebe, G, Kansas State (Senior) - 6-foot-3 1⁄2, 331 pounds.  An excerpt from Anthon Sports’ Kyle Crabbs’ profile of Beebe:  “Beebe has the power and frame to be an effective player in close-quarters combat. I believe that he’s ideally a fit for a vertical run game, be it inside zone or in gap schemes to encourage aggressiveness to reset the line of scrimmage. His versatility may be billed as a plus in college, but I see him as an interior only player in the pro game.”  How he’d fit with the Lions:  I profiled Beebe ahead of the 2023 draft where he was one of my highest-ranked guard prospects for the Lions, and after returning to school for another year of polish, he has only gotten better. What makes Beebe such a good fit is his positional versatility (he has started at every position on the offensive line except center) experience in a gap scheme (roughly two-thirds of Kansas State’s 300+ rushing attempts have used a gap blocking scheme), and his tenacity as a run defender. He uses his hands well and executes a variety of techniques with an NFL level of proficiency, making him a plug-and-play guard.) (11-4-23):  https://www.prideofdetroit.com/2023/11/4/23943743/detroit-lions-2024-draft-watch-8-prospects-alabama-chris-braswell

2024 NFL Draft: Every top-25 team's best prospect ahead of Week 10 (23. KANSAS STATE: IOL COOPER BEEBE - PFF big board rank: 141. Beebe has been a solid offensive lineman for the Wildcats for three seasons now — and that’s across multiple offensive line positions. He has earned 80.0-plus overall grades in each of the past three seasons, with only one sack allowed in that span.) (11-3-23):  https://www.pff.com/news/draft-2024-nfl-draft-every-top-25-team-best-prospect-week-10

College Football 2023: Highest-graded players at every position through Week 9 (OFFENSIVE GUARD - POWER FIVE: COOPER BEEBE, KANSAS STATE WILDCATS – 83.9.  Beebe is demonstrating why he began the year as the top interior offensive lineman in the country. He’s the only Power Five guard who is top-three in both pass-blocking (third) and run-blocking grades (second). The senior also hasn’t allowed a sack since 2020.) (11-3-23):  https://www.pff.com/news/college-football-2023-highest-graded-players-at-every-position-through-week-9

2024 NFL Draft Risers & Sliders after CFB Week 9: Cooper Beebe of Kansas State leads the tally while Spencer Rattler disappoints (Risers - #1 Cooper Beebe/G/Kansas State:There is a divergence of opinion in the scouting community on Beebe’s play this season. Many scouts have been impressed, but others expected more.Nevertheless, the consensus is Beebe will be the first or second guard chosen in the 2024 NFL Draft and won’t get past the 42nd selection. The powerful mauler put his skills on display as Kansas State annihilated Houston 41-0.  The Wildcats finished with 179 yards rushing, much of it behind Beebe. The senior is a dominant run blocker with a killer mentality and perfectly fits a power-blocking scheme.) (10-31-23):  https://www.sportskeeda.com/college-football/news-2024-nfl-draft-risers-sliders-cfb-week-9-cooper-beebe-kansas-state-leads-tally-while-spencer-rattler-disappoints

Week 9 College Football Team of the Week: Marvin Harrison Jr. Once Again Proves Heisman Candidacy (Guard: Cooper Beebe, Kansas State.  Cooper Beebe and the Kansas State offensive line at Houston’s defensive front for lunch on Saturday and looked hungry for more. Beebe was all over the place, flattening defenders in the run game and moving incredibly well to the second level all afternoon. He was terrific in pass protection as well.) (10-29-23):  https://collegefootballnetwork.com/week-9-college-football-team-of-the-week-2023/

Scouting notebook from CFB Week 8: Big Ten stars on the rise, another McCaffrey and more (I’m apparently quite a bit higher on Kansas State OL Cooper Beebe than many of my peers are. He reaffirmed why I like him so much in the Wildcats rout of TCU. Other than one pass protection rep where he got beaten off the line, Beebe was in firm control of his Horned Frogs blocking mark all game long. Beebe isn’t an elite athlete for a guard but his technique and shoulder strength should make him a Day 1 NFL starter, even if not a Day 1 draft pick.) (10-25-23):  https://draftwire.usatoday.com/lists/2024-nfl-draft-scouting-notebook-from-cfb-week-8-big-ten-stars-on-the-rise-another-mccaffrey-and-more/

College Football 2023: Highest-graded players at every position through Week 7 (OFFENSIVE GUARD - POWER FIVE: COOPER BEEBE, KANSAS STATE WILDCATS – 85.1.  Beebe is demonstrating why he began the year as our top interior offensive lineman. He’s the only Power Five guard who is top-five in both pass-blocking (second) and run-blocking grades (second). The senior also hasn’t allowed a sack since the 2020 season.) (10-20-23):  https://www.pff.com/news/college-football-2023-highest-graded-players-at-every-position-through-week-7

College Football 2023: Highest-graded players at every position through Week 6 (OFFENSIVE GUARD - Power Five: Cooper Beebe, Kansas State Wildcats – 87.4.  Beebe is demonstrating why he began the year as our top interior offensive lineman. He’s the only FBS guard who’s top-five in both pass-blocking (fourth) and run-blocking grades (second). The senior hasn’t allowed a sack since the 2020 season.) (10-13-23):  https://www.pff.com/news/college-football-2023-highest-graded-players-at-every-position-through-week-6

2023 College Football Midseason All-America Team: Michael Penix Jr., Dallas Turner and more (OFFENSIVE GUARD: COOPER BEEBE, KANSAS STATE WILDCATS.  Beebe is demonstrating why he began the year as our top interior offensive lineman in the country. He’s the only FBS guard who ranks in the top five in both pass-blocking (fourth) and run-blocking grades (second). The senior hasn’t allowed a sack since the 2020 season.) (10-11-23):  https://www.pff.com/news/college-football-midseason-all-america-team-michael-penix-jr-dallas-turner-2023

2024 NFL Draft: Midseason College Football All-Prospect Team (OG: CHRISTIAN HAYNES, UCONN, OG: COOPER BEEBE, KANSAS STATE.  Haynes and Beebe were both NFL-caliber prospects going into the season and are making good on that scouting through Week 6. Haynes has the top overall grade among guards (88.8). Some believe his best position in the NFL might be at center, but for now, he’s dominating at guard. As for Beebe, his 87.4 overall grade — if maintained — marks the third straight season where he has topped 80.0. He has been the king of consistently good play at that position.) (10-11-23):  https://www.pff.com/news/draft-2024-nfl-draft-midseason-college-football-all-prospect-team

2024 NFL Draft: Top 20 Senior Bowl prospects as college football approaches midseason (8. Cooper Beebe, OG, Kansas State (6-4, 335):  Beebe's powerful, thick frame allows him to move defenders as a run blocker and present a stone wall in pass protection. He has not given up a sack since 2020, per PFF. Beebe generally stayed with his man in a tough test against Missouri last month, but he gave up some penetration at times due to the defenders' quickness. He stepped out to right tackle due to injuries in the first half, though, and either stoned edge rushers or escorted them around the pocket. Beebe was stout in the loss to Oklahoma State last Saturday, as well, and he consistently hit targets in the open field.) (10-10-23):  https://www.nfl.com/news/2024-nfl-draft-top-20-senior-bowl-prospects-as-college-football-approaches-midse

2024 NFL Draft Stock Report (Down - Cooper Beebe, G, Kansas State:  Team sources say they like Beebe’s 2022 tape more than what they have seen from him this season. They said they feel Beebe has lost some of the intensity in his play. He is limited athletically and has some issues with speed and quickness. However, Beebe has power and can be productive in the ground game. He needs to show more intensity in the remainder of the season to avoid his draft grade getting hurt significantly.) (10-3-23):  https://walterfootball.com/draft2024stock_05.php

2024 NFL Draft Stock – Week 3 (Up - Connor Beebe, G, Kansas State:  Beebe looks like he could be a future starter in the NFL. Beebe has a strong and thick build that makes him a tough blocker at the point of attack. He plays with good leverage, staying low and getting his hands below the pads of defenders. Along with having quality strength, Beebe has some quickness to the second level and is able to hit blocks on linebackers in space. In pass protection, Beebe is steady and effective. He sets up well and is able to sink his weight to stone wall bull rushes. Beebe has quick enough feet and just enough length to keep defenders from darting past him. The Wildcats primarily play Beebe at guard, but he also has seen some snaps at tackle. For the next level, Beebe looks like a starting caliber guard and could grade out as a second-day prospect for the 2024 NFL Draft.) (9-20-23):  https://walterfootball.com/draft2024stock_03.php

2024 Senior Bowl CFB Week 3 Preview: Why Scouts Are Watching Georgia, Penn State, and Kansas State (The Kansas State 2024 NFL Draft prospects list is led by offensive talent. Interior offensive lineman Cooper Beebe leads all Wildcat draft prospects and makes a case for being the top guard in the 2024 class.) (9-14-23):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/2024-senior-bowl-cfb-week-3-preview-draft/

College Football Week 2: PFF Team of the Week and Player Awards (RT: Cooper Beebe, Kansas State) (9-11-23):  https://www.pff.com/news/college-football-week-2-pff-team-of-the-week-and-player-awards-2023

Week 2 College Football Team of the Week: Tyler Van Dyke Dominates, Omarion Hampton Runs Wild (Offensive Guard: Cooper Beebe, Kansas State.  There aren’t many more superlatives we can slap on Cooper Beebe that we haven’t used ove the years. The longtime Wildcat was once again at his best for Kansas State against Troy in Week 2.  Beebe was spectacular on the move, moving second-level defenders all the same as he set the tone at the first level. He was great in pass protection as well and the Wildcats ran through him in both facets.) (9-10-23):  https://collegefootballnetwork.com/college-football-team-of-the-week-2-2023/

NFL Draft Notes: College Football Game Recaps (Kansas State guard Connor Beebe looks like he could be a future starter in the NFL. Beebe has a strong and thick build that makes him a tough blocker at the point of attack. He plays with good leverage staying low and getting his hands below the pads of defenders. Beyond having quality strength, Beebe has some quickness to the second level and is able to hit blocks on linebackers in space.  In pass protection, Beebe is steady and effective. He sets up well and is able to sink his weight to stone wall bull rushes. Beebe has sufficiently quick feet and just enough length to keep defenders from darting past him. The Wildcats primarily played Beebe at guard versus Troy, but he also took some snaps at tackle. For the NFL, Beebe looks like a starting caliber guard. He could grade out as a second-day prospect for the 2024 NFL Draft.) (9-9-23):  https://walterfootball.com/draft2024recap_02.php

2024 NFL Draft: Top 25 Senior Bowl prospects entering Week 1 of college football season (6. Cooper Beebe, OG, Kansas State (6-4, 335):  Beebe primarily played tackle (left and right) at the start of his Wildcats career, but in 2022 he moved to left guard, where he's likely to play in the NFL. The reigning Big 12 Offensive Lineman of the Year is as stout as they come in pass protection, stoning all comers. Beebe is often pulling in the run game, showing nice agility and flexibility to adjust to moving targets in the open field.) (8-29-23):  https://www.nfl.com/news/2024-nfl-draft-top-25-senior-bowl-prospects-entering-week-1-of-college-football-

Kansas State Wildcats Preview: Roster, Prospects, Schedule, and More (Cooper Beebe, G:  Arguably the top guard in the 2024 class, Cooper Beebe has a real chance to land in the first round. Beebe is excellent in pass protection thanks to a strong base and consistently well-placed hands inside the chest of the defender’s frame. His athleticism is good enough to be routinely featured on pulls, and he effectively landmarks on the second layer of defenses.  Though Beebe isn’t an elite athlete, his strength and activity level project to become a very good NFL starter early in his career.) (8-1-23):  https://www.profootballnetwork.com/kansas-state-wildcats-preview-2024-draft/

College Football: Best player on every Big 12 team heading into the 2023 season (KANSAS STATE - WILDCATS: OG COOPER BEEBE.  No matter where Beebe lines up, he produces elite play. He spent the 2020 and 2021 seasons at offensive tackle before kicking inside to left guard this past year. Beebe’s 94.0 pass-blocking grade since 2021 leads all offensive linemen in college football, as he hasn’t allowed a sack over the course of his 700 pass-blocking snaps since then. He’s easily the top returning interior offensive lineman in the nation.r) (7-24-23): https://www.pff.com/news/college-football-best-player-on-every-big-12-team-heading-into-the-2023-season

Top 2024 NFL Draft prospects from Kansas and Kansas State feat. Cooper Beebe (K-State has three offensive linemen with draftable grades, starting with Cooper Beebe. The senior guard is absolutely dominant in all areas of the position, blocking with terrific fundamentals and a nasty attitude. He comes with an NFL build and shows great power as a run blocker. Beebe is a bit stiff in motion and better in confined quarters, but when I watch Beebe on film I’m reminded of Steve Avila, the 36th pick of April’s draft.) (7-19-23):  https://www.sportskeeda.com/nfl/news-top-2024-nfl-draft-prospects-kansas-kansas-state-feat-cooper-beebe

2024 NFL Draft: 8 draft-eligible prospects who could vault themselves into first-round consideration (G COOPER BEEBE, KANSAS STATE:  While he considered declaring for this past year's NFL draft, Beebe opted to return to Kansas State in 2023 to solidify his first-round status. The fifth-year senior is one of the best pass-blocking guards in the entire country, as he’s allowed just three sacks in 1032 career pass-blocking snaps and none since 2020. With an NCAA-leading 94.0 pass-blocking grade over the last two seasons, Beebe just needs to maintain his stellar play to be among the top OL prospects in the 2024 draft.) (6-19-23):  https://www.pff.com/news/draft-2024-nfl-draft-8-draft-eligible-prospects-who-could-earn-first-round-consideration-in-2023

Top 10 returning interior offensive linemen in college football for the 2023 season (1. OG COOPER BEEBE, KANSAS STATE WILDCATS:  Beebe spent the last two seasons at offensive tackle before moving inside to left guard in 2022.  Over the last two seasons, the junior’s 94.0 pass-blocking grade leads all offensive linemen in the country, as he hasn’t allowed a sack over the course of his 770 pass-blocking snaps since 2021. He’s also the most valuable returning interior offensive lineman in the country over those two years according to PFF’s wins above average metric. No matter where Beebe lines up, he produces elite play.) (5-5-23):  https://www.pff.com/news/college-football-top-10-returning-interior-offensive-linemen-in-college-football-for-the-2023-season


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