Finding ideal fits for Michigan Football players in 2022 NFL draft

RB Hassan Haskins – Atlanta Falcons (4.110)

Falcons head coach Arthur Smith earned his head coaching opportunity by building a physical and efficient rushing attack in Tennessee, led by Derrick Henry. And while Haskins is certainly no King Henry, the Falcons could really use another option in their backfield.

Smith made strong use of offensive weapon Cordarelle Patterson at running back in 2021, but Patterson has always been more of a swiss army knife/scatback type player, used in creative ways and packages to take advantage of his athleticism.

Adding a more traditional and powerful running back to the mix, such as Haskins, could really provide a boost to Smith’s attempts to rebuild the Falcons offense.

Other fits: Baltimore Ravens (4.115), Buffalo Bills (4.126)

S Brad Hawkins – Baltimore Ravens (4.115)

Hawkins goes from one Harbaugh and Mike Macdonald to a different Harbaugh and Mike Macdonald, reuniting with Michigan’s former defensive coordinator in Baltimore. A steady, experienced player, Hawkins was often an unsung star for the Wolverines defense.

And the Ravens could certainly use him, as their secondary needs some work. PFF summarizes their needs at safety, noting that “safety Chuck Clark has played decently in his versatile role, but the rest of the pack is skating on thin ice.” Hawkins in the early fourth round would be an excellent pairing for both parties.

Other fits: New England Patriots (4.123), San Francisco 49ers (4.130)