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2012 NFL Draft Prospects

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Quarterbacks:
1. Andrew Luck Stanford 6-4 235
2. Brandon Weeden Oklahoma State 6-4 216
3. Robert Griffin III Baylor 6-1.5 220
4. Nick Foles Arizona 6-5 245
5. Ryan Tannehill Texas A&M 6-4 222
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Kirk Cousins Michigan State 6-3 202
7. Kellen Moore Boise State 5-11.5 195
8. Chandler Harnish Northern Illinois 6-1.5 220
9. Dominique Davis East Carolina 6-2 212
10. Ryan Lindley San Diego State 6-4 230
11. Case Keenum Houston 6-2 210
12. Jarrett Lee LSU 6-2 207
13. BJ Coleman Tennessee-Chattanooga 6-5 220
14. Aaron Corp Richmond 6-3 205
15. Dan Persa, Northwestern 6-1 210
16. John Brantley Florida 6-3 220
17. Tyler Lantrip Nevada 6-4 220
18. Brock Osweiler Arizona State 6-7 240
19. G.J. Kinne Tulsa 6-2 234
20. Chris Forcier Furman 6-3 200
21. Chris Relf Mississippi St. 6-4 245
22. Austin Davis Southern Mississippi 6-2 221
23. Jacory Harris Miami 6-4 195
24. Darron Thomas Oregon 6-3 215

25. Patrick Witt Yale 6-4 230
26. Russell Wilson Wisconsin 6-0 201

Andrew Luck Stanford 6-4 235* - Top Prospect
Stanford's Andrew Luck is everybody's headliner. There isn't much more to say about the kid that everyone doesn't already know. He's got it all: Luck is a big, strong armed pocket passer, with the athleticism and mobility to make plays outside of the pocket, while showing the intelligence and efficiency to command any offense. He's also shown all the leadership qualities and toughness you could want in a quarterback. At this point, it would be very hard for anyone to supplant him as the top overall pick in the draft.
http://www.footballsfuture.com/2012/prospects/qb.html


Brandon Weeden Oklahoma State 6-4 216- Would be a top prospect if it were not for his age(28)
His age will likely keep him from going as early in the draft as his talents deserve. But there isn’t a throw this guy can’t make and he has the skill set and mental make-up to mature into a potential starter with some time.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/...on-Weeden.html

Robert Griffin III Baylor 6-1.5 220*- Graduated in 3yrs. Athletic and Smart player. Runs an offense that uses the spread/option. Raises red flags.
Robert Griffin III of Baylor is the most exciting of the upper echelon quarterbacks. While Luck, Barkley, and Oklahoma's Landry Jones are pocket passers, Griffin brings a dual threat ability to the position. There isn't a player with more upside in this draft than Griffin. He is a phenomenal athlete, with the speed and agility to play other positions in the NFL. He is clearly a QB, however. He's got good enough size, a very good arm, is accurate, and is a true leader on the field. It is rare for a quarterback to possess the passing skills Griffin III does, but even rarer for that type of physical specimen to be as accomplished in the classroom. He has already graduated and is currently taking classes for his master's degree. Griffin III has the ability to be a real threat as a thrower and runner, but actually looks to pass first. At times, he waits too long looking for a receiver when he should tuck it and run. Andrew Luck fits the mold of what every team looks for at the QB position, and he's definitely a tremendous prospect. Robert Griffin III has the ability to be the best player out of this draft class, and while he won't overtake Luck in the draft, is a fantastic prospect in his own right
.http://www.footballsfuture.com/2012/prospects/qb.htm

Nick Foles Arizona 6-5 245 - Big strong QB but the games I have seen him did not see him making alot of throws down field.
Nick Foles is arguably the top senior signal caller on the board. He began his career at Michigan State before transferring to Arizona. He is a protypical pocket passer: tall, strong, great arm, but limited athletically. He has a great arm and can really sling the ball around the football field. He shows tremendous accuracy when given time to stand in the pocket and deliver the football with authority. He faces the typical questions around a spread college QB and the ability to make check downs and survey the field, but with the NFL becoming more and more of a passing league, the transition may not be as difficult as it has for guys in the past. His ultimate draft position will depend on what underclassmen declare. He could crack the end of the first round if everything falls right, but looks more like a second or third rounder with a lot of potential at this point.
http://www.footballsfuture.com/2012/prospects/qb.htm

Ryan Tannehill Texas A&M 6-4 222 - Has poise, above avg. arm, and biometrics for the job. But only 2yrs. of experience.
Ryan Tannehill may be the biggest project of all the guys mentioned, but that doesn't mean he hasn't produced. He has spent time at the wide receiver position at the college level, which has stunted his development as a passer. The positive though, is that it displays his natural athletic ability. He has good size for the QB spot, but is a great athlete for the position, and has the ability to make a lot of plays when things break down, or on designed plays outside the pocket. The arm strength is there, the natural passing skills are there when he's got the time to set up and deliver the football. What isn't there is the experience at the college level that other top prospects have. He lacks the game experience to truly command an offense and go through his progressions as a QB. He will need time to further develop the fundamentals of the positions, but the physical tools and work ethic are there, along with the early success he's had at the position. He is a work in progress, but has been very impressive and could really pay off for teams that have the luxury of giving him time to develop at the pro level.
http://www.footballsfuture.com/2012/prospects/qb.htm

Kirk Cousins Michigan State 6-3 202
Michigan State's Kirk Cousins is another kid with potential, that will need some time to further polish his skills. His natural tools don't jump out at you the first time you see him. He's got average size, with a slightly leaner frame. He's got a solid arm, but won't blow you away with the obvious velocity on his passes. He is a good athlete that can make some plays on the run, is a hard worker, that can lead a huddle and offense. He appears to be intelligent and have command of the offense, but can get flustered and force the action when pressured. Cousins doesn't have the help around him the other QB prospects have, but he is a tough kid with leadership skills, and solid enough tools across the board to develop into a starter down the road.
http://www.footballsfuture.com/2012/prospects/qb.htm

Kellen Moore Boise State
5-11.5 195
His size is an issue and so is his arm strength. Likely measuring in under 6 feet with a questionable arm won’t have teams lining up for his services. However, he has tremendous intangibles. He’s a guy I wouldn’t doubt in the NFL. I envision him being at the least a solid back-up quarterback that can stick in the league for years. While he may never be an elite starter, he can be serviceable. There will be comparisons made to Colt McCoy and I think they’re fair. I underestimated Colt because of his weak arm and pass-friendly system. Just goes to show how important experience and intangibles are when scouting a quarterback.
http://ogdraft.com/2011/10/kellen-mo...outing-report/

Chandler Harnish Northern Illinois
6-1.5 220
Harnish plays in the spread option for Northern Illinois and he has a somewhat slow delivery. So how does he come up in a stock up feature? It's just hard to deny the season he's having (thus far punctuated by 294 yards passing and 151 yards rushing against Bowling Green last Tuesday). On the year, Harnish has 2,256 yards passing and 1,022 yards rushing. Harnish has plenty of issues as a prospect, but he clearly has the athleticism and good enough size (6-foot-2, 221 pounds) to get a shot at the NFL.
http://www.mockingthedraft.com/2011/...k-up-spotlight

Dominique Davis East Carolina 6-2 212
He lacks ideal girth as a quarterback prospect. Davis doesn't have a ton of natural muscle tone through his mid-section and it looks like he has a narrow-type frame that will easily get banged up at the next level. He's an above-average athlete at the position, does a nice job maintaining his balance as he moves his way through traffic in the pocket, does a nice job keeping his eyes down the field and is quick to escape pressure. He lacks great burst/straight-line speed when asked to run away from defenders, but is athletic enough to throw on the move and pick up first downs with his legs when flushed.
He stands upright in the pocket, doesn't do a great job generating much torque from his lower half when delivering the football and doesn't really transfer his weight well off his back foot. Davis possesses a very average arm that doesn't stand out in any area of the game, but he's at his best on the move when he can create some torque from his waist. Overall, he struggles to really spin the football down the field, as passes tend to hang on him and he really lacks much of an arm on bucket throws. He too often gives defenders a chance to run under his throw vertically, as passes hang on him because he doesn't have the arm strength to cleanly get the football to receivers. He exhibits solid accuracy when he sees a throw initially, but he isn't a great decision maker. He has a tendency to trust his very average arm too often and will try to force the ball into pressure. When his initial read isn't on the route, he seems to speed up and isn't real quick to find secondary options and decipher pressure. He doesn't exhibit a quick release either; because of his lacking lower body mechanics, he has to wind up a bit to create velocity and wastes some motion because of it. He lacks an ideal mental clock in the pocket as well, doesn't know when to get rid of the football and subjects his offense to a fair share of negative plays.

Impression: A decent athlete with a very average arm. He at best looks like an athlete free agent only.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/...ml&position=qb

Ryan Lindley San Diego State
6-4 230
Ryan Lindley is another QB that falls into the pure pocket passer mold. He has a strong frame, with a great arm, and has the ability to carry his team when he gets into a groove. He is definitely a project, but has the raw tools to develop and be a difference maker down the line. He relies on his arm strength too much, and is very erratic. A coach that can take the time to gain some consistency with his fundamentals could unlock a steal, and find a starter in the mid rounds of the 2012 NFL Draft.
http://www.footballsfuture.com/2012/prospects/qb.htm

Case Keenum Houston 6-2 210
Joined Texas Tech's Graham Harrell as the only players in NCAA Division I history to record multiple 5,000-yard passing seasons … set a school single-season record with 5,671 passing yards, the third-highest passing total in NCAA Division I-FBS single-season history … poised to set every Houston career passing record and will challenge for the top spot in NCAA career categories.
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/p...18/case-keenum

Jarrett Lee LSU 6-2 207
Jarrett Lee (Senior) has been a quality starter for LSU this year, but he isn’t a great NFL prospect. He has solid size at 6’2”, 206 and he has solid mobility. His arm strength leaves a lot to be desired, and he struggles to put zip on throws beyond 10 or so yards. His deep passes have a lot of air under them, and I’m not sure he can make every NFL throw with solid zip. He’s a pretty accurate passer but his deep balls aren’t often well placed, either over throwing his receivers or putting the ball on the wrong shoulder. I think that a lot of his inaccurate passes can be traced back to his issues with stepping into his passes, especially in the face of pressure. He has gotten better about this, but it is still a very significant issue. Frequently when he feels pressure he instinctually fades away from the pressure as he throws instead of stepping into it. That hurts his zip and his ball placement, and it’s very noticeable. He seems to be very smart and the team seems to respect him as a leader in spite of the loss of Jordan Jefferson, and I think they have a chance to win a National Title with him at the helm thanks to their amazing defense. I thought he reminded me a bit of Matt Flynn when I had seen him before, but he doesn’t have the same arm and poise that Flynn did in my opinion. I think he’s a very late round prospect or an undrafted free agent as of right now, but he’s got the potential to stick as a #3 or as a practice squad QB in the NFL.
http://tommeltonscouting.wordpress.com/tag/jarrett-lee/

BJ Coleman Tennessee-Chattanooga 6-5 220
Prior to the season you would have heard me talk about guys like B.J. Coleman, Mike Paulus, and Aaron Corp. Now I don’t have the same top three QB’s. B.J. Coleman (Tennessee-Chattanooga) still sits on top and I like what I see out of the big QB. He’s been playing hurt this season and is currently not playing due a shoulder injury suffered v. Georgia Southern two weeks ago. He’s got a nice arm, solid accuracy, and really scans the field well. He needs to work on his down the field vision and accuracy though.
http://www.mockingthedraft.com/2011/...mall-school-qb


Aaron Corp Richmond 6-3 205
Aaron Corp has shown enough ability as the University of Richmond's quarterback to keep the interest of NFL scouts who became aware of him as a Parade All-American and a USC signee. Inconsistency as a Spider, however, may cost him a spot in the 2012 draft, according to one scout.
http://www.mockingthedraft.com/2011/...links-to-click
Draft Scout Snapshot: 2010: Started Richmond's first five games before injuring his left knee against New Hampshire … he had completed 54.5 percent of his passes (67-123) for 645 yards and three touchdowns, four interceptions before the injury. 2009: Won the starting job at USC in spring, but cracked the top of his left fibula in 2009 fall camp. Appearing in 3 games, completing 17-of-26 (65.4%) for 155 yards with one TD and one interception. Completed 13-of-22 passes for 110 yards with an interception at Washington in his first career start when Matt Barkley was injured. 2008: Appearing in 5 games as the number-three quarterback at USC, completing 2-of-4 passes (50.0%) for 14 yards. 2007: Redshirted at USC. Personal: Father, Chris, lettered at wide receiver for 2 years (1980-81) at Idaho State and was a member of the Bengals' NCAA Division I-AA championship team (he caught a TD pass in the title game).
http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings...2012&genpos=QB

Dan Persa Northwestern 6-1 210
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National FootBall Post's Wes Bunting on Dan Persa:

"Simply put, was one of the biggest impact players in the Big Ten in 2010. A real difference maker for the Northwestern offense because of his ability to hurt defenses with both his arm and legs. Obviously his size is a major concern at the next level, he lacks a great arm and at times doesn’t spin a real clean football.
However, he’s very coordinated in the pocket, sets his feet very quickly, transfers his weight well from his back to front foot and always seems to be striding toward his target. His accuracy/ball placement are both very good in the short/intermediate pass game and his does exhibit some touch down the field.
On tape he was asked to make some big time NFL throws, (the skinny post and deep out) and despite lacking ideal velocity on his passes, when he throws on time his anticipation/ball location is good enough to make the completion. However, the his passes take a while to reach the receiver and he looks limited in what he can offer an NFL team vertically. Possesses an elite feel in the pocket.
Has that 6th sense of recognizing pressure around him, keeps his head up and can routinely find secondary targets. Has the ability to go through his progressions across the field at times, however, is at his best when asked to improvise. Is very slipper on the move.
Possesses sneaky short area quickness/acceleration and can really hurt you with his legs, as he consistently is able to find running lanes and keep drives alive. Completed over 70% of his passes last year and really seems to raise the level of talent around him. The guy is simply a gritty winner. However, is coming off a torn Achilles injury and if he can prove he’s back to 100% healthy he should be poised for another big year.
Impression: He’s a winner, has all the intangibles and is smart/accurate with the football. His size/arm strength hurt his chances, but if Chase Daniel can make an NFL roster, I would be willing to take a shot on Persa late. He’s just the kind of football player you don’t want to bet against."
http://www.fanaticalfootballfiend.co...g-reports.html

John Brantley Florida 6-3 220
There is no question right now that John Brantley is the Gators’ starting quarterback, but that may not be the case come the end of the season. Brantley struggled with the offense that Urban Meyer tried to piece together last season but may fare better in Charlie Weis’ new pro-style system. Brantley is a strong pocket passer who, if given a chance, can rocket the ball downfield with decent accuracy. However, Florida is very short on experienced receivers, which could add to the mounting problems Brantley will face. Even though he is blessed with a powerful arm, the Florida product averaged just 6.26 yards per attempt last season and his decision making (nine touchdowns, 10 interceptions) left much to be desired. - SEC Prospect Watch
http://www.nfldraftbible.com/Players...-Brantley.html[SIZE=-1]

Tyler Lantrip
Nevada 6-4 220[/SIZE]
Not the overall athlete that his predecessor was, but has enough tools to figure as a possible sleeper for the upcoming draft; actually has a better arm than Kaepernick with nice touch and a quick release; also has some mobility, but has had little experience working in a pro style offense.
http://www.gbnreport.com/2012qbprofiles.html

Brock Osweiler Arizona State 6-7 240
Arizona State quarterback Brock Osweiler has played himself into the first-round discussion with his play as a junior. He's picked apart the Southern California and Missouri defenses and looked good against Utah. Clearly, though, he remains a work in progress. Arizona State's passing offense is based around the short passing game to open up the deep ball. In truly his first season as a starting quarterback, Osweiler has made strides but has a ways to go. He shows his inexperience when faced with pressure and tends to put the ball in bad spots too often.
But for a player who has started less than 10 games in college, he has a lot of potential. He's obviously got incredible size (even if it's inflated), a great arm and an incredibly high ceiling. Read our prospect notes on Osweiler after the jump.
Notes:
- Has worked a lot to shorten up and quicken his delivery. Coming out of high school, Osweiler had a long release. Before his junior season with the Sun Devils, he worked diligently to shorten his release. It has been successful for Osweiler, though it has lowered his release point. He'll on occasion revert to his old motion, especially when he has to drive the ball deep.
- Still learning line adjustments to better protect himself against blitzes. Clearly struggled in this area against Illinois. In that game, Osweiler was forced to forced to speed up his game, which led to some poor ball placement.
- Isn't a statue in the pocket. A former high school basketball player, Osweiler has nimble feet and is quick enough to elude pressure. - Has an arm that is exceptionally strong, and maybe the strongest of any quarterback eligible for the draft. He just doesn't get to show it all the time for Arizona State.
- Knows how to take some zip off his ball in the short passing game. Many quarterbacks with the same kind of big arm throw short passes too hard, making them hard to catch.
- Has made improvements reading defenses pre-snap as the season has progressed. Benefits from predominantly lining up in the shotgun.
- It's difficult to fully judge Osweiler's footwork since he takes few snaps from under center. Many long limbed quarterbacks get tangled up on five-step drops and have to take their time. This is probably the biggest area of Osweiler's game that needs to be evaluated.
http://www.mockingthedraft.com/2011/...prospect-notes

G.J. Kinne Tulsa 6-2 234
He is a bit short by NFL standards, but is a legit 6-1 and possesses a thick, girthy frame. He's compactly built and can take a beating, and has the size/strength to keep his footing in the pocket and create when plays break down. Kinne is a savvy/sneaky athlete who isn't going to outpace anyone at the next level, but exhibits good short area quickness when trying to elude defenders, can make a man miss and create with his legs both inside and outside the pocket. He lowers his head into contact once he gets into the second level and exhibits some natural power through contact. Kinne improved as a passer from junior to senior year and now plays more like a quarterback than a gunslinger. He had a tendency as a junior to simply try to overthrow balls and fit passes into tight areas at the second level. However as a senior, he's done a much better job recognizing defensive fronts, deciphering information, getting the ball out quickly and allowing his receivers to run after the catch. His footwork is also improved as a senior. He plays with a wider base, looks strong in the pocket and generates more torque from the lower half to improve velocity. For a shorter quarterback he throws a pretty good football, but he doesn't seem to have real big hands and sometimes the ball will come out a bit wobbly. However, he can make all the throws and showcases a better arm than given credit for; it looks live at times even at the second level. He has a tendency to fall off throws at times, even in the face of no pressure, which negates his arm strength and will cause throws to drive at the ground. He exhibits plus touch down the field, looks natural tossing bucket throws from all angles and will drop it into his receivers' out-stretched arms.
Kinne exhibits plus accuracy when his initial read is on. However, he will struggle to stay in proper rhythm and anticipate throws when he needs to find a secondary read. He needs to learn an NFL system coming from the gun, but his footwork has improved enough that I think he should be able to quickly handle it on the field. It's picking up the game mentally which will be key. However, he is very natural on the move when asked to improvise. He's a good decision maker outside the pocket, he uses his legs well to buy time, he always keeps his eyes down the field and is capable/willing to throw from a number of angles.
Impression:
Kinne has a little Jeff Garcia/Bruce Gradkowski to his game. He will fall on draft day because of his size, but is your typical gritty QB prospect who is the son of a coach and in my view will find a way to make a roster and potentially fight for playing time down the line.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/...ml&position=qb

Chris Forcier Furman 6-3 200

Furman quarterback Chris Forcier has rediscovered his game in a most unlikely place. The UCLA transfer has persevered through a shoulder injury, a coaching change and the kind of anxiety that comes from not knowing where you stand in a program. But the former highly rated high school quarterback has fought through it all in a turnaround season for himself and the Paladins. Forcier, the older brother of ex-Michigan quarterback Tate Forcier, leads the Football Championship Subdivision in pass efficiency. He's also helped Furman upset last year's Southern Conference co-champions Wofford and Appalachian State in the past three weeks. "I wasn't going to quit," Chris said. Although few would blame him if he did. Chris threw for 5,241 yards and 60 touchdowns during his high school career, which he finished up at St. Augustine's near his San Diego home and led to a pair of state championships. Chris chose UCLA over Miami, Nebraska and Oregon, and figured it wouldn't be long before he'd be under center. But the Bruins brought in Rick Neuheisel as coach in 2008 and Chris struggled to mesh with his system. When UCLA coaches asked him to move to wide receiver, Chris knew he needed to go elsewhere. Chris looked to FCS schools so he could play without having to sit out a year and found Furman, which only a few years earlier had former Florida quarterback Ingle Martin leading the team to the NCAA playoffs. He transferred more than 2,300 miles East, feeling the Paladins and then coach Bobby Lamb were a perfect fit.
http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings...2012&genpos=QB

Chris Relf Mississippi St. 6-4 245
A massive, thickly put together quarterback who has the frame and size to handle the rigors of being an NFL quarterback. Is raw from a mechanics standpoint, takes the majority of his snaps from the gun in a spread offense and is still developing as a passer. Is really inconsistent with his footwork, base gets high and narrow when delivering the football, balance in his drop suffers even in the gun and the location of his plant leg is inconsistent. However, he possesses a good arm, can cleanly spin the football and despite struggling with his lower body mechanics, he knows where he wants to go with a throw and he can still fit passes into tight areas at times. Reads only one side of the field initially and isn't a guy capable of working through his progressions across the field in any area of the game. However, keeps plays alive with his legs, can improvise and give you a run/pass threat outside the pocket. Isn't real accurate on the move, doesn't stay balanced through the play and throws from the waist up, as passes tend to sail on him.
Isn't a dynamic short area or straight-line athlete with the ball in his hands. However, he's patient, physical, runs low and has the coordination to side step/break a tackle and create through contact inside. Displays a decent feel in the pocket, steps up well vs. inside rush, but doesn't feel pressure well off backside. Is loose with the football, holds the ball low and isn't real compact or quick with his release, has a natural wind-up when trying to get rid of the throw. However, displays improved touch down the field and routinely gives his receiver a chance to make a play on the football.
Impression: A gifted piece of clay that can be molded but is going to need a lot of work. Physically the guy has the tools, but best-case scenario I think he's a No. 3 at the next level and never matures to be much more than that. A free agent at this stage.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/...ml&position=qb

Austin Davis Southern Mississippi 6-2 221
Every year there are some players who seemingly come out of nowhere to be selected higher than anyone expected them to, this year that player could be Southern Mississippi quarterback Austin Davis. Davis is an under-publicized name that might just shock some people in the pre-draft process. Davis plays at the same school Brett Favre played at in college and has broken some of Favres school records. Is Davis the next Brett Favre? No, but he will have a shot at making it in the N.F.L.
Pros
Good athlete..good, but not great arm…has been productive with inferior talent…film room junkie (reportedly)…added 20 pounds from last year to this year in an attempt to improve arm strength…heady..moves around well in the pocket…doesn’t force a ton of throws…picks up yardfs on the ground, but isn’t a run first quarterback by any means.
Cons

Doens’t have ideal quarterback height…isn’t asked to make a ton of reads…has a pretty good arm, but doesn’t have a great arm…doesn’t stretch the field.

http://nflmocks.com/2011/11/12/austi...n-mississippi/


Jacory Harris Miami 6-4 195
Possesses solid height for the position but is rail thin, lacks the girth to handle the rigors of playing quarterback in the NFL and is going to have a tough time staying healthy. He possesses some confidence and savvy to his game working from under center and came a long way under offensive coordinator Mark Whipple during his first three years on campus. Gets away quickly from under center with his initial first step, but struggles to settle himself quickly and fails to really transfer his weight from his back foot to his front foot and into throws. Doesn't generate any type of torque from his lower half when trying to get the ball out quickly and too often uses his back foot as a balancer and will fall off his throw. Lacks ideal arm strength, doesn't spin a real consistent football and passes down the field really tend to hang on him. When he can settle his feet he exhibits good touch and ball placement in the intermediate pass game and when working from the shotgun. On the other hand, anytime he has to drive the ball down the field, it takes far too long to come down and it gives defenders a chance to break on the play.
Does a better job keeping his balance in his lower half when on the run, but too often determines where he is going with the football pre-snap. Isn't a guy who can work his way through progressions across the field, and the coaching staff does a nice job letting him work off play action and giving him just a high/low read. Exhibits a good feel in the pocket and will step up in the face of pressure, keeping his eyes down the field looking to throw. However, he lacks the ability to quickly decipher information and isn't a consistent decision maker. Lacks great timing as well even when he sees the throw and too often needs to see receivers break open before he lets go of the pass.
Is involved in the Miami scandal, as his name has come up for supposedly taking improper benefits. However, his on the field character is high. He's a winner who has won in high school and was the first freshman QB to start a season at Miami since Bernie Kosar. Nevertheless, he has yet to get much stronger, hasn't improved his feel for the pass game and might not be willing to put in a ton of work off the field.
Impression: Lacks a great physical skill set and isn't a great decision maker. Doesn't seem to warrant anything more than a free agent grade at this stage.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_big_board_rankings.html&position=qb

Darron Thomas Oregon 6-3 215
Thomas had two very good seasons in his sophomore and junior years. In 2011, he completed 62.2 percent of pass attempts, going 211-for-339 with 2,761 passing yards and 33 touchdowns against just seven interceptions. He ranked in the top 10 in the Pac-12 in Passing Yards Per Attempt, Pass Completions, Pass Attempts, Pass Completion Percentage, Passing Yards and Passing Touchdowns. Of course, he is also fresh off of leading his team to a win in the 2012 Rose Bowl.
Thomas is just one of many multitalented quarterbacks to enter the 2012 draft, joining fellow Heisman Trophy winner Robert Griffin III and fellow Pac-12 quarterbacks Andrew Luck and Brock Osweiler, among others.
http://seattle.sbnation.com/2012/1/14/2708055/nfl-draft-2012-oregon-ducks-qb-darron-thomas-declare

Patrick Witt Yale 6-4 230
A former Nebraska transfer who left following the 2009 season after being expected to compete with former Cornhusker QB Zac Lee for the starting job as a junior. Is a very bright kid and actually skipped the Rhodes Scholar interviews in order to play in his last college football game vs. Harvard. Is a tall well put together kid with a strong looking frame and good overall size. Possesses a lower, side arm style release. Gets the ball out quickly, but doesn't possess a real big arm. His release point will get inconsistent sometimes when asked to move in the pocket causing the ball to come out ugly at times and doesn't routinely spin a real clean football. Is a sneaky athlete in the pocket, has the ability to side step pressure and keep his eyes down the field. Does a nice job working his initial read and despite coming off his guys a little late at times, exhibits the ability to find secondary options and read his progressions across the field.

However, doesn't have a real big arm. Balls either tend to hang on him a bit, or if he tries to overthrow he doesn't create a real clean spiral and has balls nose dive into the ground. Tends to get a bit upright in the pocket and typically throws from just the waist up. Doesn't generate much torque from his lower half nor does he do a great job throwing with much bend or a solid base, as he fails to routinely transfer his weight and snapping his hips into throws. When he has time exhibits good accuracy and is very effective underneath and on bucket throws down the field. However, his lacking arm strength really shows up at the second level. Is a sneaky athlete once he breaks containment and can run to the first down maker when plays breakdown. However, he's not a guy who is going to make anyone miss or break tackles. Does a decent job keeping his eyes down the field once he flees containment, but again when his feet aren't set he simply isn't a real natural thrower of the football and he looks to guide the ball too often.

Impression: A big, smart kid with a good head on his shoulders and has done a great job balancing school and football, being very successful in both. His release and arm are both concerns, but there is some upside because of his poor footwork in the pocket. Nevertheless, looks more like a free agent only who is going to need time to mature and develop.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=100007

Russell Wilson Wisconsin 6-0 201
Wilson unfortunately doesn’t have ideal size for an NFL quarterback, but fortunately for him, it might not wind up mattering. Wilson isn’t quite a clone of Seneca Wallace, but they are pretty similar players and Wallace made it in the NFL for a while. There will be a team that finds a spot for this guy, who is one of the more veteran players in college football. After three years at North Carolina State, Wilson took his show on the road to Wisconsin after being drafted to Major League Baseball by the Colorado Rockies. Graduated in three years from NC State, very smart guy who has been one of the biggest playmakers in the ACC up to this past year. Since coming to Wisconsin, he’s played nothing but Heisman caliber football, throwing for 1,136 yards, 11 touchdowns, and only one interception in four games as the Badgers’ starting quarterback. Dual threat quarterback who has a strong arm and can make all the needed throws. Has struggled with accuracy in his career but his decision making has improved considerably with the Badgers. The fact that he earned the starting job and has such great chemistry with his teammates already is a real testament to his work ethic and leadership ability. It will be interesting to see what he plays at the next level, but he undoubtedly has a future in the NFL or MLB.
PROS: Arm strength, accuracy, decision making, athletic ability, clutch factor, vision, escape ability, coachability, teammates love him, great leader, doesn’t make a lot of mistakes
CONS: Height
Bottom Line:
If Wilson were two inches taller, he would be a first round pick, and maybe the number one pick overall. He is such a great athlete and leader that he will likely wind up being one of the best quarterbacks in his class despite his stature. I’ve watched a lot of Wisconsin games this year and haven’t noticed any deficiency in his game because of his height, but it will likely cause him to be under-drafted.
http://nflmocks.com/2011/11/26/russell-wilson-quarterback-wisconsin- 2012-nfl-draft-scouting-report/
 
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RunningBacks:
1. Trent Richardson Alabama 5-11 224
2. Chris Polk Washington 5-11 214

3. Lamar Miller, Miami 5-11 212
4. Bernard Pierce Temple 6-0 218
5. Doug Martin Boise State 5-9 209
6. Christine Michael Texas A&M 5-11 215*
7. Isaiah Pead Cincinnati 5-11 200
8. Cyrus Gray Texas A&M 5-10 200
9. David Wilson Virginia Tech 5-10 205
10. LaMichael James Oregon 5-9 185
11. Brandon Bolden Ole Miss 5-11 221
12. Johnathan Franklin UCLA 5-10 205
13. Dan Herron Ohio State 5-10 208
14.
Bobby Rainey Western Kentucky 5-7 205
15. Tauren Poole Tennessee 5-10 215
16.
Marc Tyler USC 5-11 230
17.
Edwin Baker Michigan State 5-9 208
18. Cierre Wood Notre Dame 6-0 215
19. Davin Meggett Maryland 5-8 216
20. Robert Turbin Utah St. 5-9 216
21. Ronnie Hillman San Diego St. 5-10 190
22. Darrell Scott South Florida 6-1 239

23. Mike Ball Nevada 5-10 215
24. Jewel Hampton Southern Illinois 5-9 210
25. Alvester Alexander Wyoming 5-11 208
26. Bryce Brown Kansas St. 6-0 220

27. Fozzy Whitaker Texas 5-9 202

28. Alfred Morris Florida Atlantic 5-11 222
29.
Zack Brown Pittsburgh 5-9 212
30. Daryl Richardson Abilene Christian 5-11 195

Trent Richardson, Alabama
5-11 224*
Until this season, Richardson shared the limelight with Mark Ingram even though he is clearly more explosive and talented than the Saints' first-round pick. Richardson is a rare combination of speed, quickness and agility. He has an explosive burst through the hole as well as a smooth, lateral motion to evade defenders. He has rare power on contact, capable of dragging the pile and breaking multiple tackles on the same run. Richardson shows that special determination to run through contact in critical situations — like fourth down or near the goal-line. In pass protection, he shows exceptional aggressiveness. He is quick to read the defense and pick up blitzes. As a receiver, Richardson shows soft hands with the ability to adjust to the ball in the air. Overall, he is worthy of a top-10 selection in next year’s draft should he decide to come out early. Richardson reminds of a tougher, more physical Rashard Mendenhall. PROJECTED: High first round.
http://aol.sportingnews.com/nfl/feed...eammate-ingram

Chris Polk Washington 5-11 214*
Polk is a tough and aggressive runner. Although not an explosive back who is going to shoot through holes and run away from the defense, he is a quicker than his size would suggest. One of his best traits is his decisiveness and aggressiveness attacking the hole, which helps him to drive through with surprising ease. While he is not a big-play threat catching passes out of the backfield, he does have good hands. Polk is efficient in pass protection which will help him make the transition to the NFL. Polk showed his toughness in Washington’s season-opening victory over Eastern Washington rushing for 125 yards just two weeks after having arthroscopic knee surgery. That's a vital trait to be successful in the NFL. PROJECTED: Third round.
http://aol.sportingnews.com/nfl/feed...eammate-ingram

Lamar Miller, Miami 5-11 212*
Miller is built solidly at 5'11'' and 212 pounds. His speed is what is going to earn him his paycheck on Sundays; he generally runs a 4.40 in the 40-yard dash and has been clocked as fast as 4.32 from that distance. With that combination of speed and size, Miller is a load to tackle and he rarely goes down on initial impact. It often requires a lot more than just one defender to end the play when Miller has the ball. Areas in which he could improve are blocking and receiving skills out of the backfield. If Miller leaves early, he looks like a second-round pick in the 2012 draft and with a stellar combine he could even sneak into the first round.
http://www.fftoolbox.com/nfl_draft/p...ospect_id=2993

Bernard Pierce Temple 6-0 218*
Worst case scenario Bernard Pierce is the next James Stark. Best case scenario Pierce goes on to have an Adrian Peterson like career. Pierce and Peterson both have a lot in common. Both players had monster campaigns in college before suffering injuries.Player Comparison: Poor Mans Adrian Peterson
http://nflmocks.com/2011/10/20/2012-...pros-and-cons/

Doug Martin Boise State
5-9 209
People think Doug Martin could be a sleeper. I believe Martin is a poor mans version of former Boise State Bronco Ian Johnson because he relies on his offensive line to open up the running lanes.Player Comparison: Poor Mans Ian Johnson
http://nflmocks.com/2011/10/20/2012-...pros-and-cons/

Christine Michael Texas A&M 5-11 215*
Christine Michael had 844 rushing yards and 10 rushing touchdowns as a true freshman in 2009 after A&M lost Mike Goodson to the 2009 NFL Draft the previous season. Injuries lingered and kept Michael from finishing the season in 2010. Now as a junior Michael splits carries with Cyrus Gray. The Michael/Gray tandem is similar to Oklahoma’s DeMarco Murray/Chris Brown running back tandem at Oklahoma. Christine Michael reminds me a lot of DeMarco Murray with his ability to catch the ball out of the backfield.Player Comparison: DeMarco Murray
http://nflmocks.com/2011/10/20/2012-...pros-and-cons/

Isaiah Pead Cincinnati
5-11 200
Pead is no starter by any stretch of the imagination. He may shoot up draft boards with a strong senior bowl and combine performance. Pead could be effective as a #3 back on a depth chart or a goal line back. I cannot see Pead succeeding as a #2 or #1 back right away as a rookie.Player Comparison: Poor mans Gale Sayers I cannot see Pead succeeding, but one scout who saw Pead play in high school compared Pead to Gale Sayers. Pead shrugged off the comparison and then replied, “Who is Gale Sayers? Did he play for the Bears? I need to see him play?” Bears fans may get offended if their organization drafts Pead and he replies who is Gale Sayers?
http://nflmocks.com/2011/10/20/2012-...pros-and-cons/

Cyrus Gray Texas A&M
5-10 200
Gray has not received the same hype as James or Richardson, but he is a top prospect who could force his way into the first round with a strong senior season. He is a versatile back who has been highly productive from running formations, catching passes out of the backfield and as a slot receiver. Gray is a highly competitive and runs with real passion on every carry by consistently churning his legs while fighting for every yard. Excellent balance and agility allows him to keep his feet after hard hits. Do not be shocked if Gray is the running back who gets more hype leading up to the 2012 draft and ends up being one of the first four backs chosen. PROJECTED: Second round.
http://aol.sportingnews.com/nfl/feed...eammate-ingram

David Wilson Virginia Tech 5-10 205*
Wilson is making a name for himself as more than just a return specialist and change of pace back. He’s becoming a legitimate RB prospect. Wilson isn’t the biggest back but has surprising power for his frame. He will be tested in this contest as Luke Kuechly will be looking up #4 early and often in this contest. Wilson is a borderline first round prospect at this point.
http://nflsfuture.com/2012-nfl-draft...virginia-tech/

LaMichael James Oregon 5-9 185*
James has been a star since grabbing the starting job in 2009. He has all the skills to carry over his production to the NFL. Of the top backs in the country, James is the smallest of the group and is never going to be a strong and physical tackle-breaking back. He has excellent vision and instincts with the ability to make quick jump-cuts to get to hole. He does an excellent job of getting his shoulders down to make himself a smaller target, so he takes less punishment running in traffic. James has the ability to dip his shoulder to freeze defenders before zipping past them. He needs to improve his pass protection if he is going to be a three-down back in the NFL. Poor technique and lack of aggressiveness are concerns. While James is quick, he lacks premier speed to leave defenses in the dust. PROJECTED: Second round.
http://aol.sportingnews.com/nfl/feed...eammate-ingram

Brandon Bolden Ole Miss 5-11 221
I love Bolden as an NFL prospect. I could see him having the best career among these backs in a few years. People are going to call the 5 foot 11 220 pound back overrated. Plus Arkansas fans are going to give me a lot of criticism for predicting that Bolden will have a better career than Knile Davis when I bashed Mallett all year and I was praying the Patriots would not draft him after praising GM’s for passing on Mallett. Besides DJ Williams none of the Razorbacks offensive players have wowed me from a talent standpoint in the 2011 NFL Draft or 2012 NFL Draft. I loved McFadden, but was kind of skeptical about the Felix Jones pick at the time. Greg Childs has a chance, but I have mixed feelings about him.
I love Bolden’s size and physical ability as a power back. I think Bolden could be a really great back and its not just the physical tools. I love Bolden’s ball carrier vision and football IQ.The reason why Bolden falls to round 5 is because he runs a 4.57 40 time and because he has bookend tackles at Ole Miss with a late round gem at left tackle in Bradley Sowell along with potential first round right tackle Bobbie Massie. Bolden also rushed for only 976 rushing yards with this premium bookend tandem which is a thing that scouts are knocking because you should be able to rush for 1,200 rushing yards with that tandem.
http://nflmocks.com/2011/06/22/2012-...running-backs/

Johnathan Franklin UCLA 5-10 205*
Franklin is only a junior and could decide to stay and build his stock. He is a do-it-all back with great speed and has good hands. I think he could be a first or second round pick in 2013.
http://draftdatabase.wordpress.com/2...-rankings-rbs/


Dan Herron Ohio State 5-10 208
Runs with a good forward lean when pressing the hole. Keeps his pad level down, is decisive when asked to pick his way through traffic and does a nice job setting up blocks inside. Isn’t overly fluid laterally, but displays impressive footwork/balance and has the ability to consistently side step/break tackles in tight areas. Runs with a good foundation, is tough to knock off balance and once he slips/breaks a tackle, he accelerates quickly into the open field. Likes to finish runs into daylight, but isn’t overly dynamic in the open field. Possesses only average straight-line speed -4.5 range- and can be tracked from behind. However, has the ability to create his fair share of long runs because of his ability to break tackles inside and at the second level. Looks coordinated in pass protection, takes good angles toward his target, will drop his pad level into contact and routinely can cut his man to the ground. And has the type of demeanor to hold his own in blitz pick up in the NFL. Also, can catch the football out of the backfield. Isn’t going to create vs. man, but plucks throws off his frame and quickly snaps his head around, settles himself and can make a defender miss initially. Will miss the first five games of the season for being part of the Ohio State scandal where he was said to have sold memorabilia for benefits.
Impression: Isn’t dynamic really in any athletic and/or physical aspect. However, he runs with a strong base, has impressive short area quickness and a natural feel between the tackles. Can certainly contribute early in his NFL career in a rotation and will create for himself if he has to.

http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/Prospect-of-the-day-Ohio-State-RB-Dan-Herron.html


Bobby Rainey, Western Kentucky 5-7 205
National FootBall Post's Wes Bunting on Bobby Rainey:
"He's an undersized back who is listed at 5-7, 205, but I don't think he's a 205-pound back. He possesses a compact frame with natural girth through the calves and lower half. However, he doesn't run as strong as a 205-pound back should and I wouldn't be surprised at all to hear he's really in the 190-pound range come Combine time.
Rainey exhibits a good natural burst when asked to press the line of scrimmage, is patient inside and has a good feel of setting up his blocks in a pro style type run game. He displays good balance and short area quickness in order to create for himself inside and demonstrates a good burst on the edge when asked to get up to speed quickly.
In addition, he accelerates extremely well toward the corner when he doesn't have to run through contact.
He is quicker than fast with a "plus" first step, but isn't an out and out burner once he gets going. He looks like a mid/high 4.4 guy who will get caught from behind vs. better competition.
And despite his impressive short area quickness, balance and burst, he seems to lack the same initial explosion in order to separate inside when fighting through any kind of contact.
He lacks ideal power, doesn't create much when he has to fight for additional yardage and his initial burst is limited once he slips a tackle because he is routinely slowed through contact. When Rainey can press the hole quickly without much contact, he gets into the second level instantly.
However, he doesn't have the same type of explosion when trying to run through would-be tackles or any kind of contact inside because of his lacking ideal size/power. He does catch the football well out of the backfield and looks natural snapping his head around, squaring up a defender and making a man miss.
Impression: I think he could get some looks as a situational type back who can be used in space effectively at times. However, despite his production, I think at best he's a later round pick who is going to have a find a niche early on where he can make plays and be dynamic if he hopes to stick on an NFL roster. My guess would be either as a return guy, a situational guy in the pass game or even on kick coverage."

"Short, highly productive, tight-hipped mid-major back who popped some big runs against top competition.
However, he has below-average foot speed, is not equipped to move the chains inside, and struggles as a receiver and blocker."
Great Blue North's Colin Lindsay on Bobby Rainey:

"Underrated back who blew up for 1,650 yards and 15 TDs last fall; also didn’t pick his spots rushing for 155 against Nebraska;
Stocky player with a low center of gravity who ‘isn’t small, just short’; workhorse carried the ball 340 times last fall without any noticeable drop-off in production, although he has had issues with a shoulder in the past; has good speed, but is still more quick than fast as he lacks real explosion;
Also isn’t that elusive in the open field, but does have good vision and makes decisive cuts in the hole; was also a dynamic kick returner earlier in his career; slightly older player will turn 25 early in his first year as a pro."
http://www.fanaticalfootballfiend.co...g-reports.html

Tauren Poole RB, Tennessee 5-10 215

A strong, well-put together back with a thicker lower half and good overall muscle tone through the thighs. Possesses a good first step when asked to press the line of scrimmage. Gets north/south quickly and deciphers info well inside. Displays an above-average feel between the tackles and does a nice job setting up blocks and accelerating toward daylight. At times makes some poor decisions as a runner, typically in space, but for the most part is pretty dependable.
Is a one-cut back who is a bit tight in the hips when he gets up to full speed, more of a weaver when asked to run in space. However, inside he keeps his feet under him, can stick his foot in the ground and explode quickly up field. Does a good job finishing runs and lowing his pad level in short yardage /goal line situations. But inside, he runs a bit upright. Doesn't run with great forward lean when pressing the hole and at times gets knocked off balance and goes down far too easy. Nevertheless, runs hard and has the type of straight-line speed at the second level to outpace angles and create yards by the chunk. Doesn't have a ton of wiggle to his game, is better off running toward space in the open field. But in tight area displays enough short area quickness and power to side step a defender and break a tackle.
I came away impressed with his ability on 3rd downs as well. Is an intelligent blocker, recognizes blitz pick-up quickly, is patient into blocks and displays natural anchor strength. Also, demonstrates a good feel in the pass game, has some savvy as a route runner, locates the ball quickly and will pluck/create in the short passing game when matched up on linebackers.
Impression:
A thick, strong back who runs hard and displays natural one-cut ability. Runs a bit high and isn't overly fluid making defenders miss. But can break tackles, play on third down and looks like a solid contributing NFL back.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/...ml&position=rb

Marc Tyler USC 5-11 230

A thick, well strapped together back through both his upper and lower half. However, doesn't have a great first step when asked to press the line of scrimmage and runs upright. Builds momentum/speed as he goes, but doesn't have a second gear, playing at one speed. Displays natural footwork for his size when picking his way through traffic. Is patient inside and does a nice job allowing blocks to set up and finding creases. However, is tighter in the hips and lacks a real lateral quickness/suddenness to his game. More of a linear runner who too often is forced to slow his feet and gear down in order to change directions. Goes down too easily on contact for his size. Isn't a back who can create on his own and is more of a weaver once he gets up to full speed than a cutter. Exposes too much of his frame through the line of scrimmage, taking away from his balance and allowing him to be tripped up routinely through the hole.
Possesses an above average feel for the pass game, sells the screen well, snaps his head around and rumbles toward daylight. Also, looks natural down the field, isn't a guy who can separate vs. man, but adjusts to the ball well and can pluck off his frame. Has the size/power to hold his own in blitz pick-up, but will struggle to slide his feet laterally through contact.
Had two alleged off campus incidents this off-season involving alcohol and women, character could be an issue.
Impression: A big back with limited athleticism and suddenness, doesn't seem to warrant a pick in my view.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/...ml&position=rb

Edwin Baker
Michigan State 5-9 208
Baker is a back who can get yards after contact and is tough to bring down. Baker averaged 5.8 yards per carry while running for 1,201 yards and 13 scores. He has good speed and vision, plus has the ability to run between the tackles and on the perimeter. Michigan State also gives carries to Le'Veon Bell and Larry Caper, so Baker's numbers could be diminished as a result.
http://walterfootball.com/draft2012RB.php

Cierre Wood Notre Dame 6-0 215
Pros
Great vision…shifty can make defender miss at all three levels of the defense…Offers kick return ability…Improving as a receiver..not afraid of contact will lower his head and deliver a blow…thick legs make him hard to wrap up and tackle…gets to his top end speed fast which helps him create separation in the open field…effective between the tackles and running to the outside…
Cons

Does not have NFL Breakaway speed…improved receiver, but does not have natural soft hands…ball security could be an issue at the N.F.L. level…Missed, essentially all of 2009 with an injury…Was not the same kind of player in 2010 as he is in 2011 (could be a cause of concern that he wasn’t working hard in prior to 2011)
Player Comparison

I’ll work on this player comparison as I watch him more but the way he his the hole and jumps around out there reminds me so much of ahmad Bradshaw, though he’s larger than Bradshaw.I could also see Joseph Addai.
http://nflmocks.com/2011/11/19/cierr...rb-norte-dame/

Davin Meggett Maryland 5-8 216

"A thick, compact back with good initial quickness who presses the hole quickly. Does a nice job running behind his pads, exhibits "plus" short area quickness in tight areas and accelerates well once he side-steps a defenders.
Possesses natural fluidity in his hips with the foot quickness to make a man miss in tight areas and separate from them in the open field. Plays fast in tight areas because of his lateral quickness and burst, but isn't a burner. Looks like a 4.55 guy who doesn't have the type of dynamic straight-line speed to out pace angles in the NFL.
Looks more comfortable running from the gun when he can press space quickly. Isn't quite as savvy running from I-formation sets, struggles to quickly decipher information inside. He runs up on his lineman's backs quickly and seems to play almost out of control at times trying to press for yards.
Runs low and can make himself small through creases inside when asked to fight for yards, but his pad level will pop up once he bounces the football to the perimeter and can be tripped up easily at times. However, when he needs to fight for tough yards, he runs behind his pads, pumps his legs and can bounce off contact well.
Isn't real patient in pass protection, is aggressive and works quickly to meet linebackers on the edge, but tends to lunge into contact and lose balance or whiffs into his man.
Can catch the football out of the backfield, snaps his head around quickly and can create. Also, he does a nice job sinking his hips as a route runner with the short area quickness to create initial separation and work himself open.
Impression:
A shorter, thick back with a strong lower half, runs low and has the quickness/acceleration to pick his way through tight areas and explode toward daylight. Lacks a great feel, but has solid enough feel inside to be effective in the NFL both from the gun and from more tradition I-formation sets and should be able to work his way into a running back rotation as a productive piece."
http://www.fanaticalfootballfiend.co...g-reports.html

Robert Turbin Utah St. 5-9 216
*One thing this report fails to mention is that while he is only a junior he spent 5yrs. in college. Turbin recieved a medical redshirt in 2007 and 2010.
Utah State running back Robert Turbin announced Friday on his Twitter account that he is leaving school early to enter the NFL draft.
Turbin, the Western Athletic Conference Player of the Year, was 10th in the nation in rushing this past season with 1,517 yards and 19 touchdowns.
Turbin, who helped lead the Aggies to their first bowl game apperance in 14 years, tweeted the following message:
Over his three-year career Turbin rushed for 3,315 yards and 40 touchdowns.
http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/7385504/utah-state-rb-robert-turbin-announces-enter-draft

Ronnie Hillman San Diego St. 5-10 190*
The 5-foot-10, 190-pound Hillman is the second redshirt sophomore running back to declare for the 2012 draft, joining Miami's Lamar Miller. Hillman is the No. 9-rated running back prospect for the 2014 class by NFLDraftScout.com, and will join an increasingly loaded class at the position in April. Hillman does make the leap after two highly productive seasons. He rushed for 1,532 yards and 17 touchdowns as a redshirt freshman and 1,711 and 19 touchdowns this season. He hasn't been highly involved in the passing game, with 33 career receptions for 338 yards and two scores. He closed out his career with just 55 yards on 24 carries in San Diego State's 32-30 loss to Louisiana-Lafayette in the R+L carriers New Orleans Bowl.
http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=91083&draftyear=2014&genpos=RB

Darrell Scott South Florida 6-1 239*
Scott led the Bills with 814 rushing yards on 153 carries with five touchdowns in 2011, but the move did come as a bit of a surprise after just one season at USF following his transfer from Colorado. He sat out the 2010 season. Scott is rated as the No. 21 running back prospect for the 2013 draft by NFLDraftScout.com. Scott submitted his name to the NFL Advisory Committee, and his jump to the NFL might have been aided by the rise of Demetris Murray.
http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=84315&draftyear=2013&genpos=RB

Mike Ball Nevada 5-10 215
Scouting Report
Ball was dismissed from the team, so that automatically takes him from a potential mid-late round pick to likely being undrafted. That being said, I think this is the type of kid who is going to sign a decent contract as an undrafted free agent and get a good chance to make an impact at the next level as an unheralded rookie, or maybe he will show up somewhere later down the line. All I know is, this kid has skills, and they are hard to ignore. Specifically, he is the all-time leader in Nevada history with over 1,600 kick return yards, and amazingly as his work load increased as a runner, his touchdown totals decreased. He wasn’t used as a receiver, catching only 23 passes in his career, but four of those were for touchdowns. He has great burst and vision as a runner, a big reason why he averaged over 5 yards a carry as a junior, 6.8 as a sophomore, and nearly 10 as a freshman. When he gets to the edge, he has great speed and burst to the chains. He has good quickness and I really like this guy’s potential as a big play threat. Again, this is a kid with really limited film because he didn’t carry the ball a lot, but you can see his potential. If he can get his head on straight and work hard, he can be successful in the NFL because he definitely has the size and speed to do it.
RENO, Nev. — Former Nevada running back Mike Ball says he will enter the NFL draft this spring.
Ball was the Wolf Pack's leading rusher before he was dismissed from the team in November for repeated violation of team rules.
RENO , Nev. — Former Nevada running back Mike Ball says he will enter the NFL draft this spring.
The Las Vegas native has another season of eligibility available. But the Reno Gazette-Journal reports he made the announcement on his Facebook page on Tuesday that he'll give it up to try his luck in April's draft.
The 5-foot-10, 215-pound back started five games for Nevada in 2011. He rushed for 704 yards and scored seven touchdowns. He had five 100-yard rushing games in his career and finished as the school's all-time leader in kick returns with 1,695 yards on 70 returns.
http://www.therepublic.com/view/story/18531263dcbf473cac829ab55d88201f/NV-FBC--Nevada-Ball-NFL/
http://nflmocks.com/2012/01/03/mike-ball-running-back-nevada-2012-nfl- draft-scouting-report/

Jewel Hampton Southern Illinois 5-9 210
Southern Illinois running back Jewel Hampton is taking advantage of a breakout 2011 campaign in which he led the Missouri Valley Football Conference with 17 touchdowns and 1,121 rushing yards to put his name into the NFL lottery.

The news was broken not by Hampton nor Southern Illinois but by a release from St.Vincent Sports Performance, a Pre-Combine Training group with which Hampton apparently will be working with in preparation for NFL testing. Hampton's name was among 15 prospects St. Vincent listed as having signed with the group for 2012. Most notable among were two other juniors -- former Oregon cornerback and return specialist Cliff Harris and San Diego State star running back Ronnie Hillman.

Hampton transferred to SIU 2011 after being a member of the Iowa Hawkeyes for the past three seasons. Hampton played very well as a true freshman for the Hawkeyes, emerging as Shonn Greene's primary backup and actually setting the school record for first year players with seven rushing touchdowns (along with 463 yards). Expected to take over for Greene in 2009, Hampton instead tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee and took a medical redshirt. After a successful rehabilitation, Hampton once again appear poised to compete for big playing time for the Hawkeyes in 2010 but tragically suffered another torn ACL, this time to his left knee.

The loss of back to back seasons due to injury convinced Hampton that a change of scenery was best and he transferred to the Salukis.

He rushed for over 100 yards six times in 2011 and added 163 receiving yards to finish fourth in the MVFC in all-purpose yardage and was named the conference's Newcomer of the Year.

Hampton's path from BCS to FCS is hardly a new one. In fact, the last Saluki to be named the conference's Newcomer of the Year also transferred from a prominent BCS school.

Brandon Jacobs had played behind Ronnie Brown and Cadillac Williams at Auburn but elected to transfer for his senior season to get a greater opportunity at seeing the field. Jacobs, by comparison, ran for 992 yards and 19 scores for the Salukis in 2004. The New York Giants drafted him in the fourth round (No. 110 overall).

The 5-09, 210 pound Hampton is no Jacobs (6-4, 260) clone but does possess some of the skills to catch the attention of NFL scouts. Hampton is quick to the hole and shows good lateral agility. Due to his low center of gravity and determined running, Hampton is a surprisingly stout load to bring to the ground.

Hampton is currently ranked as NFLDraftScout.com's No. 29 running back in the 2013 class. Considering his injuries and the fact the running back class is shaping up to be 2012's deepest position, Hampton may only get late round or even free agent consideration. Jewel, however, does have enough shine to get an extended look.
http://rob-rang.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/13682485/34350568

Alvester Alexander Wyoming 5-11 208

In a release, Wyoming announced that Alvester Alexander has decided to forego his senior season and declare for the 2012 NFL Draft. A crowded backfield could have played a role in his decision; four players, including Alexander, rushed for at least 364 yards in 2011.
“Alvester (Alexander) has decided that he wants to make himself eligible for the NFL Draft at this time,” said head coach Dave Christensen in a statement. “He feels that this decision is best for he and his family. It is his decision to make, and we can only wish him the best of luck as he pursues this next step in his career. We thank Alvester for his contributions over the past three seasons, including helping us to earn two bowl appearances.”
This past season, Alexander was second behind freshman quarterback Brett Smith in rushing with 695 yards. His 27 career rushing touchdowns rank third in school history.
http://collegefootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/01/14/cowboy-out-wyoming-rb-heading-to-nfl/

Bryce Brown Kansas St. 6-0 220

Over the past few weeks a number of early entrants have placed their names into the NFL Draft before Sunday’s deadline. And according to ESPN’s Joe Schad, that group may have just had a wild card throw his name into the mix, as Kansas State running back Bryce Brown is leaning toward the NFL Draft.

Brown’s name may or may not be familiar to many of you. For those of you who are die-hard college recruiting fans, you will remember that he was the No. 2 overall running back recruit (No. 1 according to some agencies) in the 2009 class. He signed with the Tennessee Volunteers that year, while the other top running back recruit Trent Richardson signed with Alabama.

Brown entered Tennessee with a lot of hype for a true freshman running back. He had just finished a high school career in Kansas that saw him rush for 7,209 yards and was considered the best prospect to come out of the state since Barry Sanders. Many people were convinced he had the ability to come in and start for the Volunteers from day one.

Despite having excellent size (6’0”, 220 pounds) and speed (was clocked at 4.3 in the 40-yard dash), Brown shared carries with former Tennessee running back Montario Hardesty during his freshman season. He finished the year with 460 yards rushing and three touchdowns, but decided to leave the Volunteers program to transfer to Kansas State following the 2009 season.

After sitting out the required 2010 season for transferring, the former top recruit entered the 2011 season with the same level of hype he entered freshman season with. However, these expectations would fade quickly as Brown rushed just three times for 16 yards before leaving the team after their game against the Miami Hurricanes.

It was fitting that the last game he played came against the Hurricanes, because his name was listed in a report in regard to Miami providing student-athletes with impermissible benefits from ex-booster Nevin Shaprio. He also was involved in another scandal before entering college, as his former trainer Brian Butler was selling updates on his recruitment status and videos to teams via a website.

So with all of this occurring in a three-year span during what was supposed to be an amazing collegiate career, Brown is now considering making the leap to the NFL. With very little playing time and a checkered history full of red flags, it is tough to tell what will happen with this kid once he gets to the NFL.

You cannot deny he has all of the measurable traits to be a success at the NFL level. As said before, he has elite-level size and speed, which is comparable to that of NFL star Adrian Peterson. He also has excellent vision and hands, and would have likely been an early pick in the NFL Draft had he stayed out of trouble.

However, he did not stay out of trouble. He was linked to some pretty serious scandals on the collegiate level, which is why NFL teams are going to have a hard time using any sort of early pick on the kid. Even if he was to get invited to the NFL Scouting combine, the redshirt sophomore running back would have to test off the charts, ace his interviews and duplicate that 4.3 40-yard dash in order to crack the top three rounds.

With that said, he is the type of player that with the right culture and coaching could end up being a steal for some team. He will likely have to hold his own Pro Day in order to showcase his talents for the NFL, but it will be hard for a team to pass on someone with his projected talent in the later rounds of the draft. In a day and age where teams draft project players as early as the fifth round, Brown will surely land somewhere.

As you can see in the video below from his freshman season, Brown is a hard runner who has the excellent vision mentioned before. He hits holes with a lot of burst, and has excellent hands out of the backfield.

He may not be the most heralded prospect in the draft, but Brown has all of the tools to develop into a future NFL starting running back with the right dedication and coaching. If a team is willing to roll the dice on him with the red flags, they could be pleasantly surprised in the future.
http://www.nationalfootballauthority.com/2012/01/nfl-draft-kansas-state-rb-bryce-brown.html

Fozzy Whittaker Texas 5-9 202
12/10/11 - 2011 ALL-BIG 12 FOOTBALL HONORABLE MENTION (COACHES): Fozzy Whittaker (ST PoY), has been selected All-Big 12 Conference Honorable Mention for the 2011 college football season as voted on by the league’s 10 head coaches, who are not permitted to vote for their own players. - Mack Brown Texas football
11/14/11 - Texas senior running back Fozzy Whittaker's college career is over after tearing ligaments in his right knee early in the Longhorns' loss at Missouri. Whittaker, regarded as the heart and soul of the Longhorns' offense this season, slipped on the artificial turf and tore the medial collateral and anterior cruciate ligaments in Texas' 17-5 loss. Texas athletic trainer Kenny Boyd announced Sunday night that Whittaker will need surgery. The loss is a significant blow for the Longhorns (6-3, 3-3 Big 12). Whittaker, who battled injuries his entire career, was having his best season with 995 all-purpose yards and a team-high nine touchdowns. He had two 100-yard kickoff returns for touchdowns. Texas plays No. 16 Kansas State (8-2, 5-2) on Saturday night. - AP Sports
http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=72402&draftyear=2012&genpos=RB

Alfred Morris Florida Atlantic 5-11 222
He possesses a decent sized frame, though he isn't overly girthy through the lower half, but he runs low, keeps his pad level down and, despite his lacking straight-line speed, presses the hole with average initial burst. He's an instinctive running back with a natural feel between the tackles who displays good balance and footwork inside, exhibiting the shiftiness and fluidity to pick his way through traffic laterally, make defenders miss in tight areas and create on his own. Morris plays faster in tighter areas, is more quick than fast and can generate a burst out of his breaks. He reaches top end speed quickly but doesn't have the ability to really accelerate away from anyone into the second level. He looks like a 4.65-plus guy who has a tough time even running away from linebackers toward the edge. He lacks any kind of a second gear and, once he gets past his first step, he stops pressing the hole or picking his way through traffic, is a very uninspiring athlete.

He runs with a low pad level, exhibits quick feet and breaks a lot of tackles in the Sun Belt conference. He also does a great job finishing runs at the second level, lowering his pad level into contact and pumping his legs through the play. However, he struggles to make anyone miss at the second level against better competition and he isn't dynamic enough laterally to gain a step and outpace an angle. He doesn't break nearly as many tackles vs. BCS caliber defenders and goes down much easier on contact. Morris will catch the football out of the backfield, snap his head around quickly and initially create, but he isn't any kind of a big play threat. He looks natural running from both the gun and I-formation sets, but his lack of initial burst shows up far more in the gun.

Impression: Morris simply lacks the type of physical attributes needed in order to warrant much attention at the next level. Looks like a limited free agent at best.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=34815


Zack Brown Pittsburgh 5-9 212
http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=68796&draftyear=2012&genpos=RB

Daryl Richardson Abilene Chrisitian 5-11 195
A dynamic athlete with some real quick-twitch ability. Looks like a late round/priority free agent type who could quickly earn a spot on a roster as a third running back and return man. Has elite straight-line speed and is a big play waiting to happen.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/NFL-DRAFT-Late-round-sleepers-worth-monitoring.html
 
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Wow sir, excuse me but...

I dont see Jacory Harris under 2012 QB NFL Prospects....

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Wide Receivers:
1. Justin Blackmon Oklahoma State 6-1 211
2. Jeff Fuller Texas A&M 6-3 220
3. Michael Floyd, Notre Dame 6-3 224
4. Alshon Jeffery South Carolina 6-4 229
5. Ryan Broyles Oklahoma 5-10 188
6. Nick Toon Wisconsin 6-3 220
7. Greg Childs Arkansas 6-3 217
8. Juron Criner Arizona 6-3 215
9. Chris Owusu Stanford 6-2 202
10. Lance Lewis East Carolina 6-3 209
11. Marvin McNutt Iowa 6-2 215
12. Mohamed Sanu Rutgers 6-2 215
13. Brian Quick Applachain St. 6-5 215
14. T.Y. Hilton FIU 5-9 184
15. Dwight Jones North Carolina 6-4 225
16. Joe Adams Arkansas 5-11 190
17. Jarius Wright Arkansas 5-10 180
18. Marquis Maze Alabama 5-9 170
19. Jarrett Boykin Virginia Tech 6-2 218
20. Josh Cooper Oklahoma St. 5-11 195
21. Ryan Swope Texas A&M 6-0 206
22. Patrick Edwards Houston 5-9 175
23. Travis Benjamin Miami 5-10 175
24. Chris Givens Wake Forest 6-0 195
25. Tommy Streeter Miami 6-5 215
26. Stephen Hill Georgia Tech 6-5 206
27.
Damaris Johnson Tulsa 5-8 175
28. Eric Page Toledo 5-10 180
29. Russel Sheppard Louisiana St. 6-0 185
30. Rishard Matthews Nevada 6-1 215
31.
Jordan White Western Michigan 6-0 215
32. Kendall Wright Baylor 5-10 190
33. Devon Wylie Fresno State 5-9 185
34. Gerell Robinson Arizona State 6-4 222
35. Devier Posey Ohio State 6-2 210
36. Kashif Moore Connecticut 5-10 175
37. Keshawn Martin Michigan State 5-11 189
38. Marvin Jones California 6-3 202
39. AJ Jenkins Illinois 6-0 190
40. Junior Hemingway Michigan 6-1 222
41. T.J. Graham North Carolina State 6-0 180
42. Pat Edwards Houston 5-9 175
43. Danny Coale Virginia Tech 6-0 200
44. Lavonn Brazill Ohio
5-11 191
45. Tim Benford Tennessee Tech 5-11 199
46. Chris Summers Liberty 6-4 210

47.
Jeremy Ebert Northwestern 5-10 195
48. Phillip Payne UNLV 6-3 210
49.
Darius Reynolds Iowa State 6-1 208
50. Cody Pearcy Huntingdon College 5-10 165
51.
Devin Goda Slippery Rock 6-3 225
52.
Matt Austin Utah State 6-2 198

Justin Blackmon Oklahoma State 6-1 211*

Blackmon has been on every NFL team’s radar all season because he is expected to come out early for the draft and has been viewed as a first-round pick since last season.
He lacks ideal size compared to other top receivers (Alshon Jeffery is 6-4 and Michael Floyd is 6-3). Blackmon also was coming off a suspected concussion last season. Many scouts we spoke to believed he would likely be the third receiver drafted.
However, after playing at such a high level against Baylor with 13 catches for 172 yards and two toudhdowns, we believe Blackmon is going to be jumping up draft boards into the top 10. While he's not the ideal height, he has good size and a muscular build. Blackmon is explosive, quick and has the ball skills to be a dynamic playmaker.
Before the 2011 season, Blackmon was able to dominate with just his physical talent. This season he demonstrates improved route-running and uses his body to create space or shield defenders and makes tough catches. PROJECTED: High first round.
http://aol.sportingnews.com/nfl/feed...-top-10-talent

Jeff Fuller Texas A&M 6-3 220
Fuller projects as a high-end No. 2 receiver. He doesn't have that blazing speed, nor does he possess that great explosion to get off the line. One of the big knocks on him is his inability to beat press coverage. This is a big red flag to NFL scouts, but this technique can be taught at the next level. At 6'4" and 220, he can bulk up and learn to use his body more to his advantage at the line. He has above-average hands and can do a good enough job going up after the ball at its highest point.
Coaches are going to want to see him run routes at the Combine, which is really what it all boils down to for second option receivers. Quarterbacks need to be able to know where their No. 2 is consistently and if Fuller can't get off the line and get to his spot, it doesn't matter how big and athletic he may be.
http://www.fftoolbox.com/nfl_draft/p...ospect_id=2889

Michael Floyd Notre Dame 6-3 224
A very reliable receiver who can work defenses anywhere on the field. He is very good at the point of attack and displays a great knack at beating press coverage. Whether it is using his hands to disengage or simply shielding defenders away from the ball, Floyd can separate from his man in short spaces. Gifted with long arms and the ability to climb the ladder, he can make plays on deep balls. He is not blessed with elite speed, but can adequately challenge corners down the field.
Durability and character concerns may end up hurting his draft stock. He was arrested for a DUI in 2010 and was charged with underage drinking the year before. Notre Dame opted to suspend him during their summer practices.
At the next level, he projects as an above average No. 2 receiver. He lacks the necessary explosion off the line and suddenness in his route running to be a true top-flight receiver. He will need to get stronger in his lower body since he is an average blocker, at best. Given his size and frame, the potential is there for a good NFL career.
http://www.fftoolbox.com/nfl_draft/p...ospect_id=2749

Alshon Jeffery South Carolina 6-4 229*
Jeffery is a physical specimen at 6'4'' and 229 pounds. He runs around a 4.50 in the 40-yard dash and has been clocked as fast as 4.46 from that distance. His combination of size and speed is without a doubt NFL material. Jeffery also comes with no apparent red flags to speak of. He has no injury history and comes with no off-the-field problems. Assuming Jeffery leaves early, he should be the second receiver behind Justin Blackmon off the board and a selection in the first half of the first round is possible.
http://www.fftoolbox.com/nfl_draft/p...ospect_id=2859

Ryan Broyles Oklahoma 5-10 188

While not a speed burner, Broyles has impressive run-after-the-catch ability, which was on display against the Wildcats. And after failing to impress as a returner in 2010, he's averaging a very respectable 10.4 yards per punt return this season. While there are others at the position who possess a lot more upside, Broyles qualifies as a very safe pick and should be able to have a long and prosperous NFL career as a No. 3 wideout.
http://insider.espn.go.com/nfl/draft...ong-career-nfl

Nick Toon Wisconsin 6-3 220

What will really help Toon in the 2012 NFL Draft is if he is able to run a sub-4.5 40. There aren't many receivers with his size who can do that in the league and that will really catch all the scouts' attention. The problem is that his game film will be tough for teams to glean a lot of information from. Wisconsin spends so much time focusing on their running game that it is tricky to watch him break press coverage and run routes throughout a game.
The Badgers have produced a few solid pass-catchers in the NFL, including Lee Evans, Travis Beckum, Owen Daniels, Lance Kendricks and Jim Leonhard. So the lineage is there for those who were successful at Wisconsin to become NFL pros. Toon needs to work on his ability to seal the edge as a run-blocker. He sometimes drop what should be sure catches, but has really improved upon this over his last two seasons. When route-running, he'll need to clean up his footwork and make sharper cuts. Toon is one of the top senior receivers in his class, but just doesn't have the athleticism necessary to maintain a high draft status once all the underclassmen declare. He projects as a late third round pick in the 2012 NFL Draft.
http://www.fftoolbox.com/nfl_draft/p...ospect_id=2904

Greg Childs Arkansas
6-3 217

After suffering a torn patella tendon last season, Childs is working his way back to the playing field and is hopeful he can come back to full strength to start the season. Childs possesses a solid overall game but needs to show some better skills running after the catch, which is the missing ingredient to compliment his size and ability to be a number one in the NFL.

Size: At 6’3, 217 pounds, Childs has more than ideal size to play in the NFL. He has the long arms that NFL scouts look for in elite prospects. Possesses a thick upper half for a receiver, which isn’t a knock on him, I’d like to see him put on a little mass in his calves and thighs, but all in all has an ideal NFL body.
Speed: Childs isn’t exactly a burner, he’s a long strider who likely times out in the 4.55 to 4.58 range in the forty yard dash. He’s not going to blow by anyone at the next level, but does possess adequate NFL speed.
Quickness: Childs wouldn’t be considered especially shifty off the line. Possesses a merely average first step, but has great explosion in his breaks. He accelerates in and out of his cuts well, needs to work on that first step off the line.
Release: Doesn’t possess an arsenal of moves to get off the line, but is consistently physical with defenders, and doesn’t have much trouble with the jam. He does have the ability to win in the three step game at the next level.
Route Running: One of the stronger aspects of Childs game is his route running. He’s crisp in and out of his breaks, doesn’t round out his cuts, and uses his size to create momentum and acceleration when breaking. Has elite body control, and is one of the more polished route runners who will be available in the draft.
Hands: Childs consistently exhibits good hands with the football, always attempting to high point the ball and attack it. Hardly ever uses his body to catch the ball. I can’t recall seeing a catchable ball dropped by Childs in two years worth of tape.

Childs has exceptional body control, and looks to be a highly sought after possession receiver at the next level.
Body Control: Another elite area of Childs’ game. he possesses great body control. His arms and hips stay in position when making his breaks, never lets himself get over extended going into and coming out of a cut, pivots and plants well. He’s always aware of the sideline. Excellent body control.
In Traffic: Childs uses his size well in blocking out defenders in traffic. As I mentioned before he attacks the ball, not allowing defenders to get interceptions of lazily thrown balls. His skill in this area will serve him well at the next level.
YAC: For being as big a receiver as Childs is, he’s surprisingly adept at creating yards after the catch. He uses his size well in breaking tackles, and has a knack for finding the soft spots in the defensive coverage.
Blocking: Childs is a willing and capable blocker. Has good hand placement, and uses his frame to bully smaller corners. I did watch him whiff badly on a cut block once on tape, but he isn’t a liability in the run game.
Given Childs’ injury history, he has had some trouble with his ankle, and lost a large portion of the 2010 season with a Patella tendon injury, I’d have trouble grading him any higher than a mid to late second rounder at this juncture. He has the potential to move a bit higher with a full recovery this season, but given the depth of the coming receiver class, it’ll be tough for him to sneak into the first round. Overall solid potential possession receiver at the next level.
http://nfldraftmonsters.com/scouting/scouting-report-greg-childs/
http://www.nfldraftbible.com/Players...eg-Childs.html

Juron Criner Arizona 6-3 215
Juron Criner is among those in a talented top-tier of wide receiver prospects in the 2012 NFL Draft. The trouble is, he's probably not better than some of his contemporaries. Because of that, it's hard to get really excited about Criner.
What he is, though, is just good enough to possibly be a first-round pick. He's clearly got the frame, his hands and speed are good and there are no known character flaws in Criner's game. One perceived negative is that he plays in a pass-happy offense designed to easily get him open. A bigger concern could be Criner's struggles to get off the line in jam situations.
Some will also point out the off-field issue that put his senior season in jeopardy, but that's simply overblown rumor mongering.
Bold statement: Criner may never pass Alshon Jeffery, Justin Blackmon or Jeff Fuller as prospects, but he could still be a first-round pick in the 2012 NFL Draft.
http://www.mockingthedraft.com/2011/...prospect-notes

Chris Owusu Stanford 6-2 202
Owusu has struggled with a nagging knee injury. Owusu needs to get back into form before the end of the season or he will be labeled as a one year wonder and the NFL will back away. Owusu has another year of eligibility if he wants it and it would be wise to use it if he does not perform well the rest of his junior campaign. However, Owusu has good size and strength at 6-2 and 202 pounds and is also deceptively fast. He can run a sub 4.4 40 and the NFL will like his combination of size and speed once he proves he can be healthy and consistent.
http://www.fftoolbox.com/nfl_draft/p...ospect_id=2754

Lance Lewis East Carolina
6-3 209
Lewis really excels at making quick adjustments to the ball. He can snap his hands into place and grab anything in his radius. In the NFL, he could develop into a solid No. 2 possession receiver who can move the chains. He is a long strider. When getting off the line, he doesn't have explosion but works well to release from jams and accelerate all the way through his route and when making breaks.
His hands are his best asset. Lewis can catch over his shoulder, extending above his head and just about anywhere else the quarterback can put the ball. He plays very tough as a blocker and has no issues getting physical one-on-one.
Lewis has limited athletic upside, but if he can maintain his quickness while bulking up, he should be a solid pro. He projects as a fourth round prospect in the 2012 NFL Draft.
http://www.fftoolbox.com/nfl_draft/p...ospect_id=2994

Marvin McNutt Iowa
6-2 215
A tall, long armed receiver who can win off the line and use his big frame to box and go get the football. A big third down target who might not be dynamic enough to win on the outside as a starter, but can be used as a situation guy and move the chains.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/...Iowa-6754.html

Mohamed Sanu Rutgers 6-2 215*
Sanu has good, above average size, height and speed. Although he can get a bit sloppy in his technique while making catches, he has shown the ability to snag the ball at its highest point. He can also catch the ball with his hands effortlessly. He will need to improve his release off press coverage and needs to explode off the line.
He isn't afraid to make plays once the ball is in his hands. Sanu can work the middle of the field as well as the edges. He is quick for his size and flows to open spaces very well. He needs to get tougher as a blocker and show more willingness to get physical when up in the air during 50-50 balls.
All things considered, Sanu is a very good, but not great 2012 NFL Draft prospect and will likely be selected in the third round.
http://www.fftoolbox.com/nfl_draft/p...ospect_id=3011

Brian Quick Applachain St. 6-5 215
This 6’5” former high school basketball star is a raw, but extraordinarily gifted physical specimen blessed with deep speed, superior leaping prowess and soft hands to haul in off-target passes with relative ease. His size makes him a huge presence in the red zone and Quick uses his frame to his advantage by shielding defensive backs from the football. The South Carolina native has enough natural strength to bowl over would-be tacklers in congested spaces and isn’t one to go down easily. Quick can also hold his own as a downfield blocker. Running sharper routes is the area where he can improve himself the most.
2011 Preseason Scout's Take:Quick is a physical gifted wide receiver standing at 6-4 210 pounds. He has great ball skills and can just go over the cornerback and pluck the football out of the air. The question is going to be his long speed as he needs to improve on his route running, but is someone to watch for sure.
http://www.nfldraftbible.com/Players...ian-Quick.html

T.Y. Hilton FIU 5-9 184

With solid speed and leaping ability Hilton is well utilized as a flanker and on end-arounds. His role as a return specialist makes him an even more valuable asset to his Panther squad. Coming in at 5’10” 185 pounds, he can be overwhelmed by larger corners and can be easily bumped at the line. He seems to disappear in the red zone and his lack of production in that area may turn some scouts off come draft time. Hilton’s tremendous ability as a return man and 4.42 speed should be enough to get him drafted, but his route running, hands, and downfield blocking need to improve if he wishes to be a mainstay in the NFL.
- BCS Busters Prospect Watch

Dwight Jones North Carolina 6-4 225
A senior at North Carolina, Jones is a NFL-ready receiver still playing college ball. Scouts will absolutely love the physical tools he brings to the table: 6'4'' and 225 pounds. For a man of his size, Jones has excellent speed. The star wideout averages a 4.50 in the 40-yard dash and has been clocked as fast as 4.43 from that distance. Needless to say, his combination of size and speed is the perfect recipe for success at the next level. Jones also changes direction extremely well, has great hands, and is an effective blocker in the running game. He needs to improve his burst off the ball and his ability to keep the play going with the ball in his hands. Not surprisingly, Jones is tearing it up for the Tar Heels. He played sparingly as a freshman and sophomore, but he surged into prominence in 2010. Jones hauled in 62 passes for 946 yards and four touchdowns, playing in all 13 games while making 12 starts. So far this season (through eight games), he has 48 receptions for 703 yards and eight scores. The Burlington, NC native is an obvious red-zone target and he should continue to be just that on Sundays. With continued good play in 2011 and a solid performance at the Combine, Jones could be a second-round selection in the 2012 draft.
http://www.fftoolbox.com/nfl_draft/p...ospect_id=2882

Joe Adams: Arkansas (5-11, 190)
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Looks smaller and thinner on tape than his numbers indicate. However, is a good athlete who has some wiggle off the line getting into his routes. Sets up his routes well from the slot. Does a nice job changing gears, selling the shoulder fake and displays the balance/fluidity to sharply get out of his breaks with a burst. Snaps his head around quickly and locates the football. However, isn't quite as sharp/precise as a route runner when asked to run routes at full speed, gets leggy out of his breaks, gears down and struggles to generate the same kind of burst. Is inconsistent plucking the football. Lets far too many throws go through his hands and needs to do a better job securing the catch on all areas of the field. Looks a bit weak in the wrist. Adjusts well to the ball and isn't afraid to take a lick over the middle, but looks content to trap the ball on his chest too often.
At his best running vertically down the field. Demonstrates good straight-line speed, has a second gear when he can put his foot in the ground and track the pass. Is a tough guy to overthrow. Showcases some shiftiness off the line vs. press when he wants to get behind corners, but lacks the physicality to fight off defenders when trying to gain an inside release. Is coordinated/shifty with the ball in his hands. Possesses "plus" "make you miss ability" and can create after the catch. Isn't real physically built and isn't going to break many tackles in space as he gets tripped up easily by defenders.
Impression:
An explosive athlete who can go get the football down the field and has some savvy to his game setting up routes. However, is inconsistent catching the football and as a route runner. Nevertheless, does enough well to make a roster and see playing time inside and out at the next level. An ideal fit for Philadelphia running the deep crossers.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/...Joe-Adams.html

Jarius Wright Arkansas 5-10 180
An undersized, shifty little receiver with good balance and footwork as a route runner both from the outside and from the slot. Does a nice job selling routes inside, cleanly is able to breakdown, keeps his feet under him and generates a burst/separation out of his breaks. Has the body control/balance to do the same on the outside vs. off coverage. Eats up the cushion quickly, drops his pad level well on a dime when asked to run the deep out and can separate or even turn the play up the field on a double move. Has improved vs. press coverage as a senior, isn’t a real physical threat. But has enough wiggle to gain a step and separate off the line. Exhibits the ability to adjust and pluck throws off his frame, but looks content to simply trap passes against his chest when throw on target. Tracks the ball well vertically and can behind defenders off the line, but isn’t a guy who’s going to win in jump ball situations. A tough kid though, will hold onto the football in coverage, take a lick and still come down with the catch. Displays good short area quickness with the ball in his hands and has the initial burst/speed to outpace angles in space. Has some real savvy about his game underneath, recognizes coverage’s well, sits down in soft spots underneath and works his angles well toward the quarterback
Impression: A coordinated slot guy who is sharp as a route runner, tough over the middle and knows how to get open vs. man and zone. Is an inside player at the next level who should carve out a niche for himself early in his NFL career.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/...us-Wright.html

Marquis Maze Alabama 5-9 170
Maze is a very, very quick receiver who could be an excellent slot guy in the NFL. Great speed, great acceleration, and good hands as well. Very explosive in space, and he's a punt returner who can make guys miss as well. Should be one to continue to watch in 2011.
http://www.pigskinheaven.com/draft/p...?playerid=1489

Jarrett Boykin Virginia Tech 6-2 218
A thick, well built receiver prospect with a long set of arms and a massive pair of hands. He isn't a real explosive athlete off the snap, he lacks a great initial burst, isn't a guy who can reach top end speed quickly, and is more of a powerful strider who builds speed as he goes. He exhibits "plus" initial lateral quickness off the line, and when he's asked to beat press he has the ability to get corners off balanced, use his power/length to fend off contact and get into his route. Lacks the ability to generate great initial separation, but can get in between ball and man to pluck the football. He possesses good physicality and ball skills when asked to attack the throw but, also isn't afraid to extend and work the middle of the field, exhibiting a strong set of hands which hold onto the ball and can absorb contact through the play. However, he will have lapses in concentration and at times puts very catchable balls on the ground.
Exhibits some suddenness out of his breaks as a route runner with good balance, keeping his feet under him and generating a burst down the field on vertical routes and a slight snap on sharply breaking routes. However, he isn't the cleanest of route runners at this stage. He tends to get sloppy on his vertical routes at times just rounding his way into/out of his break and lacks the natural explosion to get away with being a sloppy route runner in the NFL. He exhibits deceptive speed down the field, can shrug off defenders with ease who want to be physical vertically, building speed as he goes and exhibiting the ability to track the throw. He looks very natural high pointing the ball and coming down with the catch. He's comfortable working from both the inside and out and is a guy who knows how to generate initial separation. Is a willing blocker, but at times seems content to just go through the motions. However, he is strong enough to consistently win on the outside when he wants to extend his arms and pump his legs. He's physical after the catch and is shifty enough to side step/break a tackle and get up the field quickly but isn't dynamic in the open field.
Impression: Isn't real explosive off the line but plays quick down the field, can get off press, separate and go get the football. Also, he will be able to make plays both inside and out at the next level and should be able to earn playing time at both spots in the NFL early in his NFL career.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/...ml&position=wr

Patrick Edwards Houston 5-9 175
An undersized wide out with a frail frame, Edwards lacks ideal girth and overall muscle tone to consistently fend of defenders vs. any kind of contact. He displays good acceleration off the line, and vs. off coverage he reaches top end speed quickly with the second gear to routinely get behind defenders down the field. He tracks the ball well over his outside shoulder, but lacks the body control and overall physicality to adjust and/or maintain balance when hand fighting with corners. He's easy to knock off balance and lacks the frame to hold his ground, too often drifting away from the action.
Edwards showcases good short area quickness off the line when setting up defenders, keeping his feet under him and accelerating quickly. However, he doesn't have the physicality needed to beat press, too often hops off the line into his route and needs to play inside or vs. off man in order to be effective. He has some suddenness as a route runner, but doesn't have experience running the entire route tree. Edwards runs the nine, comeback and smoke screen, that's about it, and he isn't a natural plucker of the football to boot. He consistently lets the ball get into his hands, doesn't extend off his frame and allows defenders additional time to make a play on the throw. He showcases solid quickness/burst with the ball in his hands, but is so light that he doesn't look real explosive out of his breaks. He is easy to knock off balance and needs to be in wide open spaces in order to be effective after the catch, as he goes down very easily on contact.
Impression: An undersized wide out who isn't a natural plucker of the football, isn't overly dynamic with the ball in his hands and is limited as a route runner at this stage.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/...wr&startrow=50

Ryan Swope Texas A&M 6-0 206

Pros

Really good feel against zone coverage..even though he doesn’t have great height he has good build, he’s much thicker than most slot WR..Good speed to get down the field…Good hands…creates a lot of yards after the catch because he has great vision with the ball in his hands and makes defenders miss in the open field…tough (will catch footballs over the middle), competitive and hard working…will break arm tackles…Really good production…
Cons:
He’s still raw in his route running and needs to improve there if he’s going to play the slot in the N.F.L….Doesn’t have great height…Hasn’t proven to be a great special teams player yet…Doesn’t have elite speed
Player Comparison: Victor Cruz, WR, NY Giants
Victor Cruz has exploded onto the scene in the N.F.L this year taking over for Steve Smith. Cruz has played mostly the slot this year and has used his strength and ability to take on yards after the catch to put up big numbers.
Swope compares to Cruz because like Cruz he’s a thicker build slot WR with agility, they are the same size and Cruz also is tremendous with the ball in his hands. But they do have some differences. Cruz is fantastic when the ball is in the air and Swope doesn’t quite have that same natural ability, but I think he’ll be a real nice player in the N.F.L. I also think that Cruz is a little more athletic (he had a 41.5 inch vertical and 10.5 foot broad jump, which goes to his ability to play the ball in the air despite his size)
Thoughts:
Ryan Swope is not your typical slot WR, his potential is better.He’s built like a running back. He possess good speed to get down the field (underrated speed if you ask me), and he’s really good with the ball in his hands. Swope also breaks arm tackles. Swope was recruited out of high school as a running back and it’s been a process for him to transition to the WR position for the Aggies and he is still raw as a route runner and has a ways to go if he’s going to be a slot wr int he N.F.L. Swope will probably play the slot in the N.F.L, but I think he has the potential to make a lot more plays down the field than the Steve Smith, Wes Welker players of the league.
http://nflmocks.com/2011/11/24/ryan-...-wr-texas-a-m/

Josh Cooper Oklahoma St. 5-11 195
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"Possesses a very average physical make-up. Lacks ideal physicality or explosiveness off the line and has slightly above-average straight-line speed. Isn’t a guy who is going to run by anyone on the outside and lacks the type of strength needed to consistently beat pressman. Lines up for the most part in the slot and displays a good feel for the pass game and knows how to work himself open.
Settles down quickly out of his breaks when looking for soft spots, works his way open underneath and plucks the football naturally away from his frame. Exhibits good quickness in and out of his breaks, but is a little tight and will get sloppy at times on sharply breaking routes. Plus, when trying to be sudden off the line you can tell he’s not quite as shifty as the smaller NFL slot receivers as he will get a bit leggy and struggled to separate instantly.
Nevertheless, he’s a tough kid who sells his routes well, loves to work the jerk route underneath, and create after the catch. Works hard with the football in his hands, has some power/shiftiness, but doesn’t have the skill set to make a second defender miss and typically gets tripped up easily.
Impression: A nice college slot guy who has a “plus” feel for the game. Just isn’t dynamic enough to consistently separate instantly inside."
http://www.fanaticalfootballfiend.co...a09a5f1/1.html

Travis Benjamin Miami 5-10 175
An explosive track star who is one of the ACC's top 60-meter sprinters. Possesses a track star build, as he's narrow through the hips and lacks much girth to his frame. However, he possesses an electric first step off the line, gets up to top end speed quickly and has the ability to instantly eat up the cushion. Is a consistent vertical threat who tracks the football well, adjusts to the throw and can go up and make a play when he needs to. Is fluid in the hips as well and exhibits good coordination when running vertical routes. Sells his shoulder fake well, puts his foot in the ground and can accelerate with ease toward daylight. Also, he exhibits some savvy when trying to beat press coverage off the line. Isn't the most physical of receivers, but does a nice job using his suddenness and slight wiggle to get a corner leaning the wrong way and then just explodes past him down the field.
Is still developing as a route runner and will glide his way into his inward breaking routes. Can be sharp in and out of his breaks underneath, but will slow his feet before his breaks, allowing defenders to drive on the route. Has the fluidity and footwork to improve and is a hard worker, but needs to become a more consistent route runner. However, to his credit, he has a great feel of getting corners to open up their hips in order to turn and run and snapping off a route under them. Corners are legitimately fearful of his vertical speed and he knows how to get on their hip and then snap the comeback or out route off cleanly adjusting to the throw. Can pluck the football and adjust to ball off his frame and exhibits good balance and hand eye coordination, but at times just loses concentration and will put the ball on the ground. He's dangerous after the catch, is fluid, quick footed and can make a defender miss and out pace them toward daylight. Is one of the better return men in the NCAA and should be able to earn a starter role on special teams in the NFL.
Impression: A typical Miami type athlete who has all the tools needed to make plays at the next level. Has a little DeSean Jackson and Titus Young to his game and if he continues to mature could end up playing a similar type role.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/...ml&position=wr

Chris Givens Wake Forest 6-0 195
A redshirt junior, Givens earned first-team All-ACC honors ahead of better known prospects like Dwight Jones (UNC) and T.J. Graham (North Carolina State) with a monster final season. Givens led the conference in receiving, setting a new Wake Forest school record with 1,330 yards on 83 receptions (16.0 average) and nine touchdown catches. Listed at 6-foot, 195, Givens was consistently dominant with seven 100-yard games in 2011. CBS Sports draft analyst Rob Rang has praised Givens' "straight-line speed and playmaking ability," and he'll be a candidate to rise up NFL draft boards with a big Combine in February. Dec 31 - 6:18 PM
Source: Joe Schad on Twitter
http://www.rotoworld.com/player/nfl/7430/chris-givens

Tommy Streeter Miami 6-5 215
Pros:
Terrific size…Great speed for his size (reportedly sub 4.4)…will go up and get the football in traffic…runs a great “go” route…maturing (has admitted to improving his attitude from last year to this year)…He catches the ball with his hands well when it’s a go up and get them in the N.F.L….could be a huge red-zone threat at the N.F.L. level…huge upside…agile has nice little subtle moves in his route running so he could develop into a real plus route runner
Cons:
Lets the ball travel into his body too often instead of catching it with his hands (especially on shorter routes)…really raw as a route runner, in terms of timing/percision…needs to see him catching the ball more in traffic
Player comparison: Darrius Hewyard-Bey
Heyward Bey entered the league as a raw route runner with shaky hands and a great size speed combination. Streeter is even bigger than Heyward Bey, but not as fast. Streeter has better size, but is really thin in his frame, any team taking Streeter early…and someone will…is going to bank on his huge upside rather than what he is right now. Streeter has good, big hands when he catches the ball high, but lets the ball travel into his body too much at times.
You hope he can turn streeter into a Vincent Jackson kind of player if you’re drafting him, but Jackson ran a 4.46 40 yard dash at 6-5 and 241 (stronger) pounds and is a really plus route runner.
Round Projection: late 2nd or early 3rd
http://nflmocks.com/2011/12/08/2-tommy-streeter-scouting-report-wr-miami-hurricanes/

Stephen Hill Georgia Tech 6-5 206
Georgia Tech wide receivers have been in demand in the first round of some recent drafts, so Stephen Hill will be the latest to test the waters. At 6’5″ 206 pounds, he is a big kid with a great frame and playmaking skills, but because of Georgia Tech’s offense, he will have a lot of trouble adjusting to running different routes in the NFL.
In 2011, he caught just 28 passes but made the most of them, racking up 820 yards and five touchdowns, averaging nearly 30 yards per reception
www.nflmocks.com/2012/01/05/georgia-tech-wide-receiver-stephen-hill-will-enter-2012-nfl-draft/

Damaris Johnson Tulsa 5-8 175
(*Ended up being suspended for much of the past season after he was charged with embezzlement. Johnson and his girlfriend both received one-year deferred sentences for embezzling over $2,000 worth of merchandise from the store where the girlfriend was a cashier.)
This speed demon can burn you in a heartbeat. One of the most underrated and overlooked playmakers in all of college football, Johnson has truly made his mark as a return man. Johnson is the main catalyst in the Golden Hurricane offense and is used in both the passing and rushing attack. His small (5’8”) frame makes him a hard target to locate when he is in the backfield, similar to Darren Sproles. However, that same smallish frame also works against him when going up against slightly bigger and speedy corners. His athleticism alone will be coveted by many come draft time, but the question still remains: at 175 pounds can he truly be a productive wide receiver in the NFL, or will he only be utilized as a return specialist?
http://www.nfldraftbible.com/Players/List/2012-Big-Board/Demaris-Johnson.html

Eric Page Toledo 5-10 180
Toledo wide receiver Eric Page had 13 receptions for 59 yards against Air Force in the Military Bowl on Wednesday, and also had a 87-yard kickoff return for a touchdown. He finished his junior season with a total of 125 receptions for 1,182 yards and 10 touchdowns along with 1,052 combined kickoff and punt return yards and two return touchdowns. He is now the school's all-time leading receiver with 293 receptions for 3,397 yards in his three collegiate seasons and he also ranks first in school history with an average of 26.7 yards per kickoff return.

Page has certainly been a productive player in the obscurity of the Mid-American Conference, but his lack of size (5'10", 180 lbs.) may make him less than desirable to scouts at the NFL level. Page has told the Toledo Blade that he is "100 percent" committed to returning for his senior season in 2012, but he will consult with newly appointed Toledo head coach Matt Campbell and receivers coach Jason Candle about his future, which may include going through the evaluation process for the 2012 NFL Draft.

Page did not play wide receiver full-time until coming to Toledo, so another year of collegiate seasoning may benefit him. The fact Rockets' head coach Tim Beckham has departed to take the head coaching job at the University of Illinois is unlikely to have an impact on Page, as Campbell was the team's offensive coordinator prior to replacing Beckham and the offensive system should be the same and allow him to be productive again as a senior. The Rockets will also return many of their best skill position players next season, with the notable exception of running back Adonis Thomas, who just completed his senior season.

The list of wide receivers that could be eligible for the 2012 NFL Draft includes notable names like Justin Blackmon of Oklahoma State and Michael Floyd of Notre Dame and looks fairly deep with talent well into the middle rounds of next April's draft, particularly if some other notable underclassmen like Alshon Jeffery of South Carolina and Mohamed Sanu of Rutgers declare themselves eligible prior to the January deadline.

It may not make a lot of difference if Page enters the NFL in 2012 or 2013 as a perceived lack of high-level competition in college, even though Toledo played Ohio State and Boise State on their non-conference schedule this season, may play a role in holding him out of the early rounds of the draft. His lack of ideal size may create questions about his ability to hold up physically at the next level, and perhaps rightfully so.

I think Page will be a productive player in the NFL, whenever he makes the move, even if it is predominantly as a return man early in his career until he is possibly given a chance to produce full-time as a wide receiver. A fairly realistic, if lofty, comparison could be made to Steve Smith of the Carolina Panthers. Smith had just 10 catches for 154 yards as a rookie in 2001 after being a third-round pick out of Utah the previous April, but did have just shy of 1,800 combined kickoff and punt return yards that season to prove his talent belonged on the field more. Smith now has 693 career receptions (through Week 16 of 2011) despite his own perceived lack of size (5'9", 185 lbs.).
http://www.footballnation.com/content/toledo-wide-receiver-eric-page-steve-smith-clone/12455/

Russel Sheppard Louisiana St. 6-0 185
In a rather surprising decision, LSU wide receiver Russell Shepard announced that he was leaving school to enter the NFL Draft on his Twitter account Wednesday. Shepard said that it was "a hard decision to make" but that he had "to do what's best for me and my family." Whether leaving school to go pro is doing what's best for Shepard and his family remains to be seen. He wasn't expected to leave school, and as a result, he's not even listed on CBSSports.com's top draft prospects at wide receiver. Even if he had been listed, there's no guarantee that Shepard would be drafted. After coming to LSU as a quarterback, Shepard was moved to wide receiver, and while he had a fair share of rushing attempts in his three years with the Tigers, Shepard only caught 52 passes for 478 yards and 5 touchdowns. Only 14 of those receptions, and 4 touchdowns, came this season. This is due to the suspensions that Shepard had to deal with in 2011. There was a housing issue that he was cleared of, but he was suspended for three games due to an NCAA violation after talking to the NCAA about his relationship with Willie Lyles. It was because of this suspension that he was passed on the depth chart by freshman Odell Beckham Jr. who joined Reuben Randle as LSU's starting receivers. - Tom Fornelli, CBSSports.com
http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=89460&draftyear=2013&genpos=WR

Rishard Matthews Nevada 6-1 215
Matthews originally signed with Oregon, but ended up at Bakersfield(CA) College before landing at Nevada. He had an immediate impact last year as a receiver and return man, and has continued that this season as well. He has good overall size, and is built very well for a receiver. Matthews is a very good athlete, with quick feet and a nice burst to be able to get open and make plays with the ball in his hands. He lacks true breakaway speed and will need to work on refining his overall receiving skills because he only has two seasons as the college level. Good workouts could push him up draft boards and help him create a name for himself, but right now, he only carries a day three grade on most boards, but he definitely has a future n the NFL.
http://www.footballsfuture.com/2012/sleepers.html

Jordan White Western Michigan 6-0 215
White possesses solid height and a thickly built, muscular looking frame. He's a natural receiver who does a nice job extending his arms and plucking the football away from his frame. He displays strong wrists and has the ability to hold onto the football in traffic. He's fearless working the seam down the middle of the field, exhibits "plus" jump ball ability and coordination near the sideline in order to pluck and secure. He's physical after the catch and does have some shiftiness to his game for his size, gets up to speed quickly, knows how to break tackles and initially can create. However, White isn't the kind of burner who can simply outpace angles in space. He lacks a great burst off the line and exhibits only average straight-line speed down the field. He looks a bit tight trying to get out of his breaks once he gets up to top end speed and has a tendency to really round off his routes. White is much more sudden/sharp underneath where he can set a route up and accelerate through it. He has a good feel in the pass game, understands where to sit down vs. zone and find soft spots in the short/intermediate areas of the field. He uses his big frame to box cornerbacks out away from the football once he gains a step and looks comfortable working the middle of the field. He exhibits some short area quickness off the line vs. press coverage, but lacks that initial burst to ever really gain a ton of separation. He snaps his head around quickly and locates the ball well, but doesn't have the burst to routinely get much separation vs. man.

He has torn ACL's in both knees and will need the check out medically. However, he has battled through adversity and is one of the most productive wide receivers in the country over the past two seasons.

Impression: White gives you a nice-sized body who can work the middle of the field, go get the football and work the middle of the field. He's more of a bigger inside guy only who looks like a poor man's version of Jason Avant.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=29166

Kendall Wright Baylor 5-10 190

Possesses average height for the position with a solidly built frame. Played mostly in the slot as a junior, but made the move outside more so as a senior and was really impressive. Eats up the cushion instantly and is a two stepper who has the ability to quickly get on top of defenders down the field. Possesses a "plus" second gear to his game, looks like a legit 4.3 guy who tracks the football well over his outside shoulder. Isn't afraid to take a lick and holds onto the ball through contact. Works a lot in the bubble screen game as well, plucks the ball naturally off his frame, has some wiggle and accelerates quickly once he gains a step. But, isn't as elusive as his frame suggests, seems to slow his feet in order to balance himself.

Is still developing as a route runner. Runs his routes at full speed and does have a burst out of his breaks when trying to separate, but isn't overly sharp. Can be sudden, but will drift into his post route down the field, gets a bit impatient stemming corners off the line and for the most part simply tries to run by defenders out of his breaks. Improved his overall quickness off the line and overall feel setting up corners vs. press coverage. Stays compact, will drop his pad level and accelerate quickly into his route. Exhibits impressive ball skills and coordination. Locates the throw quickly, possesses good range and plays big when plucking off his frame. Isn't afraid to go over the middle.

Impression: In the same mold as a number of Pittsburgh Steelers receivers (Mike Wallace, Emmanuel Sanders) and can be effective both inside and out making plays down the field at the next level.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=37067

Devon Wylie Fresno State 5-9 185

A shorter compact wide out who looks a little thicker than his 185-pound frame would indicate. Missed most of the 2010 season with a foot injury, but returned in 2011 for his most productive year at Fresno State.

Exhibits good short area quickness and initial burst off the line. Plays both inside and out, and possesses a good feel setting up his routes underneath. Keep his feet under him, can drop his pad level and quickly accelerate out of his breaks. Showcases a good use of shoulder/head fakes to set up defenders and plays very fast in tight areas. Is also a pretty good route runner on the outside. Stems his routes well at full speed, drops his pad level and initially can get out of his breaks. Knows how to separate on the quick out and adjust to the football.

Is a natural catcher of the football who has some savvy to his game working his way open and adjusting to the catch. Is a tough kid who is willing to work the middle of the field and will get up and attack the football. Lets the ball get into his body too often underneath, but secures the ball quickly and showcases the initial suddenness to slip a defender and accelerate. Gets up to speed quickly and showcases good straight-line speed. Isn't as shifty when trying to avoid the bump off the line, as he has a tendency to really run around corners on the outside. But exhibits very good straight-line speed with the ability to get behind and track the football vertically.

Is a big threat on special teams as well. Is a gifted return man who accelerates quickly, has a good feel and has the quick's to make defenders miss. Plus he's a tough gunner, who will get down the field and tackle. Isn't the kind of size/speed guy you want at the position at the next level, but it says a lot about his toughness.

Impression: Is limited a bit by his size, but is the kind of cat-quick slot guy with great ball skills who can make a living in the NFL. The major positive with him is that he also has very good speed as well.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=35103

Gerell Robinson Arizona State 6-4 222
A tall, long-armed wide receiver prospect with great size and a solid overall build. However, he isn't real explosive off the line of scrimmage and it takes him a while to get up to speed. Is a strider who looks more like a 4.6 guy, isn't going to run by anyone but the further down the field he gets, the harder he is to cover. Isn't a real balanced or sudden route runner either, but a linear athlete who struggles to break down and change directions even on more vertically breaking routes. Doesn't create much separation for himself vs. man coverage and tends to really roll into his breaks trying to get this body between the ball and defender. Is forced to chop his feet and gear down on more sharply breaking routes and just doesn't have a real initial burst. Isn't overly coordinated when asked to box out and go get the play, though he snatches the ball well when he's open and secures it, but is not as physically impressive with a guy draped over him.

Is at his best when he can go up and make a play on the football when covered up, but isn't the type of dynamic jump-ball threat who can make a living doing it in the NFL. Doesn't seem to maximize his length routinely, will drift backward when trying to set his feet and explode vertically in order to get the football. Has a slight physical element to his game vs. press coverage, using his length to fend off blocks, but isn't real shifty off the line and again will never separate a ton. Has the size to win on the outside as a blocker and does take pride in being nasty on the outside and winning on contact.

Impression: A big kid with solid ball skills, but isn't dynamic when asked to go get the football and is never going to separate much in the NFL.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=42440

Devier Posey Ohio State 6-2 210
Possesses good height for the position, but looks a bit thin and needs to get stronger. Isn't real sudden/physical on the outside when asked to face press coverage. Seems content to simply try to run through contact instead of disengaging off the line and can be easily re-routed off the snap. Is really raw off the line when asked to eat up the cushion and stem his route. Too often skips off the snap, slowing himself off the line and really starts to drift prematurely into his breaks. Displays some natural balance on sharply breaking routes running/accelerating through the break, but rounds off his route significantly and wastes a lot of motion because of it. There isn't much of a sharp snap to his game even when trying to drive defenders off the football and work the comeback, isn't real detailed oriented, will open up the wrong shoulder at times and drifts away from the quarterback. Also, gets leggy out of his breaks on any kind of double move route and doesn't generate much explosion when trying to separate.

Now, does have a somewhat explosive element to his game vertically. Doesn't quite have the deep speed to consistently outpace NFL corners on the outside, but plays fast, tracks the football well and can routinely adjust to the throw. Displays good body control/coordination when asked to go make a play on the football in jump ball situations and can make some stellar grabs off his frame. However, concentration runs hot and cold as he too often allows throws to get into his body and he will put the ball on the ground. Will miss the first five games of the season for being part of the Ohio State scandal where he was said to have sold memorabilia for benefits.

Impression: Possesses some natural talent and can make plays down the field and track the football. However, he's raw as a route runner, puts the ball on the ground and will have a tough time vs. press in the NFL. Doesn't look like much more than an occasional big play threat who needs to work inside at the next level.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=35938

Kashif Moore Connecticut 5-10 175
A shorter, undersized wide out with a thinner frame who lacks ideal strength to his game. Consistently plays off the line, mostly from the slot, and really struggles to handle press coverage. Exhibits very average short area quickness initially and doesn't have the kind of strength to fight his way through contact and get into his routes. Is easily re-routed off the line and slowed dramatically into his route. Possesses a good first step when asked to eat up the cushion, and will extend his back leg a bit off the line, initially wasting motion before he gets going. However, he does exhibit good straight-line speed and looks more sudden when asked to run vertical routes and work any kind of double move. Tends to roll his way into his post or corner route and isn't real sharp or sudden, but he exhibits the footwork to quickly get out of his breaks on a secondary route and accelerate well down the field. Demonstrates good hand/eye coordination when going to pluck the football and isn't afraid to work the middle of the field. Extends his arms well and displays good ball skills in all areas of the game.

However, he looks a bit tight hipped when trying to run sharply breaking routes. He generates a burst out of his breaks, but is routinely forced to gear down and chop his feet right under defenders. Needs to do a better job getting on top of defenders and forcing them to open up their hips. He too often settles down in front of defenders without making them get out of their drop and is a easy cover. Does display a great feel working his way open vs. zone coverage, allowing himself to be covered too easily through the play. Can be shifty after the catch, but is frail and easily tripped up. Gives effort on the outside as a run blocker, but lacks the physicality needed to win as a run blocker at the next level.

Impression:
An undersized wide out with "plus" speed, but isn't real shifty in tight area and can get off press but looks nothing more than a camp body to me.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=36361

Keyshawn Martin Michigan St. 5-11 189
A slight, slippery receiver who possesses only average height and needs to continue to add girth to his frame. Lines up both on the outside and from the slot, but is at his best with the ball in his hands. Does a nice job setting up blocks, is lose in the hips and accelerates very quickly out of his breaks. Consistently can make a defender miss in space and outpace angles toward daylight. Is a developing receiver, does most of his work on crossers and in the bubble game where it's easy for him to get open and create. Is explosive off the line, eats up the cushion quickly and there is a natural snap to his game out of his breaks. Displays good coordination when the ball is in the air as he can adjust to the throw and make a play on the football. However, he's raw when trying to re-direct and breakdown as a route runner. Seems to drift prematurely before getting into his routes and rounds off his angles routinely when trying to separate. Doesn't have the strength to consistently fend off opponents down the field. Is shifty, but can easily be pushed off his routes and be re-routed. Nevertheless, has the speed to still outpace defenders vertically once he collects himself.

Can create as a punt/kick return man as well. His combination of vision, patience, wiggle and acceleration makes him one of the better threats in the Big Ten, which will add to his value on an NFL roster.

Impression: His ability to create with the ball in his hands gives him a chance and makes him an attractive later round/free agent type wide out. Needs to get a little stronger, but he's explosive, balanced and fluid when asked to break defenders down. Just needs to learn to become a more polished receiver because the tools are there.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=37345

Marvin Jones California 6-3 202
A tall, leaner athlete who for his size possesses natural fluidity in the hips both as a route runner and with the ball in his hands. Isn't as physical off the line as his frame would suggest vs. press. However, displays the ability to set up defenders with a stutter step and then use his length to get into his route. Isn't a dynamic straight-line athlete but plays faster than he times because of his ability to generate a burst initially out of his breaks. Doesn't create a ton of separation vertically, but exhibits good awareness and body control when asked to locate the football. Adjusts to the throw well, extends his arms and knows how to go up and make a play even when in battle with a corner. Displays good concentration and has the ability to come down with some tough grabs while contorting his body.

Is a surprisingly pretty smooth route runner as well on sharply breaking routes. Does a nice job stemming his route off the line, keeping his feet under him and being precise when asked to snap off a break. Creates a burst for himself as well, even in tight areas, using his big frame to box out corners and isn't forced to gear down in order to catch his balance. However, has a tendency to really roll into his routes down the field on vertical routes, starts to drift prematurely and looks content to simply try to just outpace corners to a spot. Needs to tighten up his angles down the field. Displays a good feel vs. zone/off concepts though, will find soft spots underneath and isn't afraid to extend and make plays over the middle. For his size can create after the catch. Again, accelerates well with the ball in his hands, displays the fluidity to side step defenders even at full speed and is a bit more sudden then his size would indicate. Isn't overly physical as a blocker, but gets after it, shows some effort and works hard to stay engaged through the play.

Impression: Possesses good size, good body control and hand eye coordination, and for his size is a pretty fluid athlete as well. Isn't a dynamic athlete, but should be able to find a way to make and earn playing time on an NFL roster.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=38632

AJ Jenkins Illinois 6-0 190
Possesses average height for the position with a thin frame. However, displays a real savvy about his game when asked to find soft spots in coverage. Works his back toward the quarterback, understands angles and is always finding himself open vs. zone. Is also very coordinated when asked to adjust to the throw. Does a nice job extending his arms, plucking the football away from his frame and coming down with the catch. Displays good body control along the sideline as well, knowing where he's located, maintaining concentration and keeping his feet in bounds. Possesses good straight-line speed. Looks like a low 4.4 guy and is a potential vertical threat at the next level. Accelerates well underneath on crossing patterns and can run away from defenders in man coverage.

Does a nice job stemming his route off the line, doesn't tip his hand early. Has a "plus" initial burst when asked to eat up the cushion and can accelerate a bit when changing direction. However, gets leggy out of his routes. Rounds off his breaks consistently and isn't real clean when trying to change directions on sharply breaking routes. But, possesses "plus" burst down the field out of his break on vertical routes and does a nice job being patient setting up his breaks. Hasn't been asked to handle much press coverage and/or even man coverage for that matter playing in the Illinois spread offense. Is going to need time to get used to seeing defenders up in his grill. Doesn't seem overly physical or quick in order to handle press however.

Impression: Has a nice feel for the game, plucks the football well and has the speed to run away from defenders. Is a developing route runner who looks a bit limited in that area, but in the right offense he should be able to create as a reserve down the field.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=36122

Junior Hemingway Michigan 6-1 222
A thick, stout wide out who is a tough guy to bring down in the open field. Displays natural coordination as a receiver, plucks the football well off his frame and adjusts well to the throw. Is at his best with the ball in his hands. Lacks straight-line speed and isn't going to outpace anyone to daylight at the next level. However, he's shifty and possesses a strong, powerful base. Is routinely able to shake off tacklers, keep his legs churning and create through contact. Shrugs off defenders well down the field and while he isn't a legit vertical threat he is a tough guy to bang and will outmuscle defenders in order to adjust and go get the football at its highest point.

Doesn't have a great first step off the line. Is a bit slow accelerating into his route and isn't going to eat up the cushion quickly. Displays the footwork and short area quickness to cleanly re-direct on sharply breaking routes, but is still developing as a route runner. Exhibits a good feel vs. zone coverage, knows where to sit down underneath and is adept at working the middle of the field. However, has a tendency to consistently gear down before changing directions, is tighter in the hips and doesn't generate much explosion when trying to separate.

Will get after it in the run game. Possesses a willingness to block on the outside, a strong, compact frame and will win for you on contact.

Impression: Isn't a dynamic athlete, but possesses good strength and is tough to bring down after the catch. However, isn't anything more than a fringe roster guy at best at this stage and is limited in what he can offer an NFL offense. Isn't worth a draft pick in my mind.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=35450

T.J. Graham North Carolina State 6-0 180
Possesses decent height, but is thin framed, lacks ideal girth and doesn't possess much power in any area of the game. Is a track stud who qualified for the National Championships in the 100-meter dash with a time of 10.43. Possesses great straight-line speed, and is a fast starter who reaches top end speed quickly and has the ability to consistently get over the top and stretch defenses. However, he is a vertical route runner only, is a bit leggy and is a long strider once he gets his wheels turning. Possesses some natural body control/coordination when asked to adjust to the football, but is limited as a route runner at this stage who struggles to break down and change directions on sharply breaking routes.

Isn't real physical either, is more fast than quick, and tends to gear down with the ball in his hands when he tries to change directions. Has some lateral quickness to his game, but isn't overly compact with his footwork and not a consistent make-you-miss athlete. He has the speed to outpace defenders toward daylight and run around them, but is not real quick in tight areas. He has some kick return ability and is patient allowing his blocks to set up while running toward daylight, but isn't a threat to break tackles and again not overly sudden in tight areas.

Impression: A track guy with great speed who can run, but isn't a natural receiver and has a lot of developing to do before we can call him anything more than a speed free agent.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=36205

Pat Edwards Houston 5-9 175
An undersized wide out with a frail frame, Edwards lacks ideal girth and overall muscle tone to consistently fend of defenders vs. any kind of contact. He displays good acceleration off the line, and vs. off coverage he reaches top end speed quickly with the second gear to routinely get behind defenders down the field. He tracks the ball well over his outside shoulder, but lacks the body control and overall physicality to adjust and/or maintain balance when hand fighting with corners. He's easy to knock off balance and lacks the frame to hold his ground, too often drifting away from the action.

Edwards showcases good short area quickness off the line when setting up defenders, keeping his feet under him and accelerating quickly. However, he doesn't have the physicality needed to beat press, too often hops off the line into his route and needs to play inside or vs. off man in order to be effective. He has some suddenness as a route runner, but doesn't have experience running the entire route tree. Edwards runs the nine, comeback and smoke screen, that's about it, and he isn't a natural plucker of the football to boot. He consistently lets the ball get into his hands, doesn't extend off his frame and allows defenders additional time to make a play on the throw. He showcases solid quickness/burst with the ball in his hands, but is so light that he doesn't look real explosive out of his breaks. He is easy to knock off balance and needs to be in wide open spaces in order to be effective after the catch, as he goes down very easily on contact.

Impression: An undersized wide out who isn't a natural plucker of the football, isn't overly dynamic with the ball in his hands and is limited as a route runner at this stage.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=37235

Danny Coale Virginia Tech 6-0 200
Possesses decent height for the position with a very average build. He lacks much girth/muscle tone throughout his frame and isn't a guy who is going to be real physical in any area of the game. Struggles to fight off press coverage, is easy to re-route and needs to play nearly exclusively in the slot at the next level. He possesses a real savvy about his game; he knows how to change speed, set up routes and work himself open as a receiver. He exhibits good straight-line speed and does a nice job being deceptive, setting up corners with the gear to run away and create separation once he gains a step. Looks like a mid 4.4 guy.

Plucks the football well away from his frame, and is a natural receiver comfortably going up and attacking the football. He isn't a real polished route runner at this stage as he looks a bit tight getting out of his breaks, running his routes at full speed and seems to glide in and out of his breaks even on vertical routes. There isn't much of a sharp snap to his game. On sharper breaking routes he really rounds off his angles, and isn't real sudden/shifty in and out of his breaks. He plays more fast than quick and looks a little quicker with the ball in his hands, but is more of a one cut guy who can set up blocks to get up the field quickly. Will work as a blocker, but is not overly physical or sticky through contact.

Impression: A try-hard guy with a feel of the game who could endear himself to a coaching staff, but doesn't warrant a draft pick in my mind.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=36832

Lavonn Brazill Ohio 5-11 191
Possesses only average size. Isn't a real big guy, but has a passion for the game and showcases good range when asked to adjust and go get the football. Has a natural feel off the line setting up his routes and changing speeds. Does a nice job slow playing his route off the line and using his quickness to avoid the bump and accelerating down the field. Will use his hands well at times to keep himself clean once he gains a step and exhibits a "plus" initial burst to his game. Exhibits good play speed when tracking the football as well, adjusts well to the football, extends his arms and looks natural running under the catch.

Showcases solid leaping ability, routinely going up and getting the football; he possesses the balance to keep his feet under him and explode toward the throw. However, is still developing as a route runner. Isn't real sharp or precise in and out of his breaks. Plays a lot from the slot and has a tendency to really run through his breaks and isn't' real sharp or sudden when trying to set up corners. Is at his best avoiding contact as a vertical route runner, but is still developing on his sharply breaking routes. Displays some run after the catch ability. Keeps his pad level down and will keep his feet through contact if defenders don't wrap. However, doesn't strike me as a dynamic athlete in space. Plays like a mid 4.4 guy with some short area quickness when trying to avoid defenders down the field. However, looks like a guy who could have a tough tome defeating press in the NFL because of his size and physical make-up, looks better suited for the slot. Will catch the football, a natural plucker who extends well.

Is coming off season ending knee and hand surgeries in 2010 and needs to check out medially.

Impression: A natural plucker of the football with the quicks to avoid contact and accelerate. However, isn't a big time dynamic athlete to do the same in the NFL consistently and isn't a guy who generates a ton of separation on sharply breaking routes.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=43561

Tim Benford Tennessee Tech 5-11 199
With long, skinny arms, Benford snatches the ball out of the air with soft, reliable hands. He is a precise, quicker-than-fast route-runner with smooth footwork in and out of his breaks and knows how to get open in the short-to-intermediate field. Benford has ordinary long speed and is a bit unproven as a downfield target, but he flashed athletic skills and is a near-certain draft pick in April.
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/...vel-prospects-who-helped-themselves-this-week

Chris Summers Liberty 6-4 210
4.56-second time in the 40-yard dash, 2,388 receiving yards, 25 touchdowns - yeah, that's not too bad of a resume. NFL teams love big bodied receivers who play like Summers has in the past, so there's no reason to think a team wouldn't draft him this year. Look no further than Liberty's game against Lehigh in September, when Summers had 15 catches, 205 yards and two touchdowns. There's not much else you can ask of a wide receiver that Summers cannot do. While Quick is the FCS' No. 1 receiver prospect, Summers is not far behind.
http://www.foxnews.com/sports/2011/11/04/fcs-draft-prospects-gaining-attention/

Jeremy Ebert Northwestern 5-10 195
For a player with 173 career receptions in college, Ebert is far from a household name and hasn't received much attention in the pre-draft process. But after an impressive on-campus workout during Northwestern's pro day, perhaps that will change. Ebert, who didn't receive an invitation to the NFL Combine, ran his 40-yard dashes in the high 4.3's and low 4.4's, showing better-than-expected speed for the 20 teams in attendance. He also impressed with his numbers in the other drills, including the vertical jump (33 inches), broad jump (9'4) and short shuttle (4.15). Also, Ebert's time of 6.70 in the 3-cone drill would have ranked him third among all receivers at the Combine. He is a reliable possession receiver with soft hands and very good focus to make challenging catches. Ebert tracks the ball well and shows savvy and toughness on the field that shows up on tape. He is still widely viewed as a late round player or priority free agent, but he is moving up draft boards for most teams.
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/risersandfallers

Phillip Payne UNLV 6-3 210
The 6’3” giant is a monster target and legit red zone threat, one who has displayed outstanding concentration and body control when going up to battle for balls. However, he lacks the speed and sound route running it takes to be a top wide out at the next level. He also was suspended for two games last season after posting questionable remarks on his Twitter page, which brings to light some character issues. There is no doubt Payne has the ability to be a threat at the wide receiver position, but is he willing to work for it?
http://www.nfldraftbible.com/Latest/nfl-draft-bcs-busters-prospect-watch.html

Darius Reynolds Iowa State 6-1 208
He’s a senior who will probably be a late round pick, but he had a good year this year. The 6’1”, 208 pound receiver had more receptions, yards and touchdowns than he had in his previous two years at Iowa State. He had 43 receptions, 695 yards and 7 touchdowns. He isn’t a freak athlete given his size and 4.54 40 yard dash time but I think he has draftable ability. I’d expect him to be on a NFL roster next year, but that’s just my opinion. I’d hope that he would be in the East-West Shrine Game, but I have no idea if he will be.
http://tommeltonscouting.wordpress.com/tag/darius-reynolds/

Cody Pearcy Huntingdon College 5-10 165
Pearcy reportedly was timed in 4.31 seconds in the 40, had a remarkable 44-inch in the vertical jump and 10-6 broad jump, while posting very quick times in the agility drills including the short shuttle (3.76 seconds) and 3-cone drill (6.67). Here’s the problem though. Pearcy isn’t all that big at barely 5-10 and 161 pounds - and the latter while reportedly soaking wet - plus he was never all that productive in his college career. Pearcy did catch 51 passes last fall for over 1,000 yards, but one normally expects a Division III player to really dominate at that level to figure as more than a passing draft fancy. Still, its hard for the NFL not to notice that pure speed and quickness.
http://www.gbnreport.com/scoutsnotebook.htm

Devin Goda Slippery Rock 6-3 225
Maybe the closest thing this year to Marcus Colston. Like Colston he‘s a thickly built 6-3, 225-pound receiver with better than average athleticism. Indeed, Goda ran in the sub-4.6 range at the team‘s pro day and had a 37-inch vertical leap. Goda was also a productive receiver in college with soft hands and the ability to get open. In 2011, for example, he caught 75 passes for over 1,000 yards on a team that really didn’t throw the ball all that well. What teams also like about Goda is that he increased his production in college by around 20 catches per season in each of his 4 years.
http://www.gbnreport.com/scoutsnotebook.htm

Matt Austin Utah State 6-2 198
He’s still working his way back from the knee injury and his best football is ahead of him. Austin is developing as a route runner, however, he's coordinated, can beat press coverage and pluck the football. He looks like at worst a later round pick who can fight his way onto a roster as an inside reserve, with the upside to play on the outside.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/NFL-DRAFT-Late-round-sleepers-worth-monitoring.html
 
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Offensive Guards:
1. David DeCastro Stanford 6-5 312
2. Kelechi Osemele Iowa State 6-5 347
3. Kevin Zeitler Wisconsin 6-4 312
4. Cordy Glenn Georgia 6-5 330
5. Ryan Miller Colorado 6-8 310
6.
Peter Konz, Wisconsin 6-5 315
7.
Charles WarMack Alabama 6-3 320
8. Antoine McClain Clemson 6-5 328
9. Daryl Kurtz Bloomburg 6-3 315
10. Manase Foketi Kansas St. 6-5 300
11. Senio Kelemete Washington 6-4 298
12. Jaymes Brooks Viriginia Tech 6-2 307
13. Brandon Washington Miami 6-4 320
14. Omoregie Uzzi Georgia Tech 6-3 300
15.
Amini Silatou Midwestern State 6-4 324
16. Donald Stephenson Oklahoma 6-6 307
17. Rokevious Watkins South Carolina 6-4 340
18. Rishaw Johnson California(PA) 6-4 308
19. Charles Burton Montana 6-5 310
20.
Kevin Beachum Southern Methodist 6-3 306



David DeCastro Stanford 6-5 312*
Interior offensive linemen have been getting a lot of attention in recent drafts. We have seen the Pouncey brothers, Mike Iupati, and others drafted in the middle of the first round. Teams are realizing the importance of having a strong interior. David DeCastro is the real deal and appears to be a sure fire 1st round prospect. He is an above average pass and run blocker. DeCastro is mean, nasty, and wants nothing more than to put defenders on their back. He won't wow you with this athleticism but he is more than capable. His ability to reach the 2nd level and get out in front of backs is impressive. In the passing game, DeCastro shows a strong base and good balance which allows him to anchor after initial contact. He also has quick feet which help him mirror rushers. His strength, leverage, and nastiness are what makes him a good run blocker It is important to note that he has experience with pro style blocking schemes thanks to Stanford's offensive scheme.
He does so many things well that it is difficult to find flaws. However, I am not completely sold on his listed height and weight. He appears to be shorter than 6-5 which isn't a major issue but something to keep an eye on. He also appears to have short arms which could impact his ability to keep defenders off his frame.
Overall, DeCastro is a top notch prospect that has the ability to anchor a NFL offensive line for years. I would be interested to see how he handles center because that would increase his value. He gets off the ball and his hands up quickly which makes a move to center possible.
http://www.mockingthedraft.com/2011/...prospect-notes

Kelechi Osemele Iowa State 6-5 347
Pros–Great size, been a starter for a while, can play tackle or guard, smart kid, team leader, powerful run blocker, solid in pass blocking, long arms, quickness, versatile will be able to play tackle on some teams…
Cons–Always for OL you think they could use better footwork, has durability concerns, don’t want to see his weight balloon, raw needs to be coached up a lot…
Player comparison: Mike Iupati, 49ers (except Iupati is more athletic)
I’ll continue to look for a better comparison. They compare because they have the ideal size/strength/size of a guard prospect. They’ve also played against “lesser” competition, and have quick enough feet where they are considered as tackles in some systems. I think Iupati was better with his technique coming into the league.
http://nflmocks.com/2011/11/05/kelec...ol-iowa-state/

Kevin Zeitler Wisconsin 6-4 312
Wisconsin continues to produce top level offensive line prospects. This year Kevin Zeitler and Ricky Wagner will be making a push up the draft board. They are hoping to follow the foot steps of former teammates Gabe Carimi and John Moffitt. Kevin Zeitler is a good looking guard prospect and looks better than former teammate John Moffitt (2011 3rd round pick). Zeitler is an above average pass protector and run blocker. He does a good job keeping his pad level low and maintaing leverage throughout the play. His best attribute is his ability to lock on and control the defender. Zeitler's velcro ability makes it tough for defenders to disengage and pursue the football. He does a good job of creating a push in the running game. Zeitler also shows the foot speed necessary to mirror pass rushers.
The concerns surrounding Zeitler are minimual but some do exist. He needs to work very hard at maintaining leverage and inside hand position. Zeitler doesn't appear strong enough to make up for mistakes with his technique. At times, Zeitler will get his arms fully extended which impacts his balance and velcro ability.
Overall, Zeitler is a player that you can win with as a starter on your team. He is able to both protect the passer and open running lanes. Zeitler may not be as exciting as other prospects but he is solid and should be selected no later than the 3rd round.
Bold statement: Zeitler will be drafted no later than the 3rd round
http://www.mockingthedraft.com/2011/...prospect-notes

Cordy Glenn Georgia 6-5 330
Massive offensive line prospect who is a pre-season first team All SEC selection by Athlon Sports for the 2011 season. Glenn has started 36 games for the Bulldogs, and was named an All American by Pro Football Weekly. Third team All SEC selection by Phil Steele last year, and one of the top power guard prospects in the country. There was a school of thought that Glenn could be the first guard selected had he come out after his junior season, and he looks like he could be a 2nd or 3rd round pick. Absolutely a mauling lineman who punishes anyone who gets in his way, Glenn and center Ben Jones will combine on the Georgia interior to open up holes for running backs and keep the quarterback off the ground. This is a guy who you project to go in the 2nd round or later because of the position he plays, but with another big season, he could be in the first round mix
http://nflmocks.com/2011/06/13/top-2...012-nfl-draft/

Ryan Miller Colorado 6-8 310
Sometimes players receive hype based on physical appearances and numbers. This is always interesting to watch these type of guys play and make a performance based evaluation. The key is don't let a things like size or production be the only thing you factor into your evaluation. Ryan Miller meets the initial eye test because of his good size. However, the closer you look the more you start to see problems. He has a linear build lacking a good thick base. This impacts his ability to anchor through contact. Miller is not explosive, nasty, or overly strong which limits his run blocking ability. In the passing game, Miller doesn't have the foot speed or bend to properly protect. He plays to high limiting his balance and opens his frame to the pass rusher. Miller's footwork is unbalanced and very sloppy hurting his ability to change direction and react to counter moves.
Overall, Miller just isn't a very good looking NFL prospect. Nothing stands out that makes me believe he could be a decent NFL player. He has good size but lacks the athletic ability to be even labeled as a project. Miller might get drafted but at this point looks like a late round prospect.
Bold statement: Ryan Miller will not be considered a guard prospect and will likely be a later round selection
http://www.mockingthedraft.com/2011/...prospect-notes

Peter Konz, Wisconsin 6-5 315
Wisconsin has produced a ton of great offensive line prospects over the years and Konz is another prospect who will fulfill that tradition if he opts to enter the draft this year. When the Badgers played Michigan State, he played very well against fellow 2012 NFL Draft defensive tackle prospect Jerel Worthy. Depending upon the statistician, Konz pancaked him as well. Those games against comparable NFL talent are what scouts really like to watch and from that film alone, he should be able to impress.
As far as his technique, he does an excellent job of finding any blitzing linebackers, releasing from a double-team and sliding into position to make a block. His run blocking is great and if need be, he could fill-in at guard for most NFL teams. Konz does well to find the middle linebacker on every play and very rarely is Wisconsin's line caught off guard. He is able to quickly create running lanes up the middle by exploding into defenders and knocking them off their pursuit angles.
Konz projects as an early second round pick in the 2012 NFL Draft.
http://www.fftoolbox.com/nfl_draft/p...ospect_id=2906

Charles WarMack Alabama 6-3 320
Possesses a powerful lower half, heavy hands and does a good job gaining leverage as a pass blocker, sliding his feet through contact and staying engaged vs. power inside one-on-one.
However, he’s a plus in-line guy with a real snap to his game.
While also displaying the athleticism and range to pull from the backside on Power-O play calls and absolutely run through defenders at the point.
Now, he’s only a junior, but he looks capable of creating a push inside as a run blocker in the NFL as of now and will be a hot commodity among teams looking for power type players whenever he declares."
http://www.fanaticalfootballfiend.co...g-reports.html

Antoine McClain Clemson 6-5 328
Pro-strong with outstanding size, McClain looks the part with a big bone structure, long arms and a sturdy base to thwart a charge. Capable of bulldozing and burying — covers up defenders and opens running lanes. Limited foot athlete with tight hips and rigid movement — labors to shuffle and handle counters. Is top-heavy, bends at the waist and spends too much time on the ground. Negates his power when he rises off the snap. Strength-reliant short-area mauler who will require patience grasping complex concepts.
http://www.profootballweekly.com/pro...ne-mcclain-74/

Daryl Kurtz Bloomburg 6-5 320
Kurtz returns as a starting tackle and has vastly improved his play over the last few seasons. Having improved his strength and flexibility, he has potential to have a productive 2010 season and earn post-season honors. Kurtz has appeared in every BU game over the past two seasons, starting in all except two.

2010: Started in all 13 games for the Huskies...Was part of the offensive line that drove the eighth-best rushing offense in the nation. Kurtz was named first team All-PSAC offensive tackle.

Manase Foketi Kansas St. 6-5 300
A former JUCO guy who joined the Kansas State football team in 2010 and started every game at left tackle. Possesses natural power through his base, good initial quickness when asked to get into defenders in the run game and creates a snap on contact. Needs to do a better job keeping his base down off the snap, has a tendency to come off the ball a bit high and will struggle with leverage. Gets ahead of himself as well and will lose balance through contact. Isn't tight hipped however, displays natural athleticism, but struggles with balance through contact. Gets his head over his feet and can be shed. Nevertheless, displays good initial quickness when asked to step and seal, is very coordinated on the outside and looks natural on the move. Will struggle to recognize who to hit and awareness is a slight concern, but it should improve with some experience.
Again, pops upright off the snap in the pass game when asked to reach speed off the edge. Displays natural range however, uses his length well to run speedy defenders past the quarterback and displays some natural power in his lower half when asked to anchor. His initial kick-step gets overextended and he gets upright at the waist. However, settles his feet quickly and showcases natural balance and stays compact toward the edge. Showcases "plus" re-direction skills, is fluid in the hips and can mirror with consistency through the play.
Improved as the year went on with his pad level, did a much better job toward end of the season keeping base down through his kick-slide. Possesses only average range to the edge vs. speed, will chicken wing his arms and expose his chest in order to create momentum toward the corner. However, exhibits good recovery ability and makes consistent contact on his punch. Isn't real heavy handed and I would like to see him do a better job sticking to blocks better in both the run/pass game.

Impression: Raw, but a good athlete who can bend, stays compact with his footwork and possesses good lateral quickness. Needs some time and might be better suited to play inside, but the upside is there for this guy to move up draft boards in 2011.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/...ml&position=og

Senio Kelemete Washington 6-4 298

A former defensive lineman who made the move to guard in 09' before switching to left tackle as a junior in 2010. Possesses a naturally strong frame with a thick lower half. Won the teams offensive lineman weight room honor in 2010 and plays up to his weight room numbers. Is still learning the tackle position, but is a gifted athlete with good range, can bend and possesses natural anchor strength. Is inconsistent in his stance, at times gets a bit hunched over at the waist or doesn't sit into his base properly, but the guy can bend. Displays the ability to keep his pad level down from a two point stance in the run game and drops his base well into contact. Possesses a quick first step off the line, isn't technically sound with his footwork at this stage and looks content to simply side shuffle his feet laterally toward the corner, is still developing his kick slide. However, exhibits "plus" range toward the edge, can routinely reach speed and re-directs well in space. Is lose in the hips, quick footed and demonstrates natural mirror ability. Showcases very good hand quickness/placement, routinely is able to get his hands into the chest plate of defenders and anchor. Will get a bit ahead of himself through contact and lose balance, but has the quickness to make up for a false step.
Looks very natural on the move in the run game. Has the range to routinely reach block and seal the edge. Displays impressive range getting out to the second level and can breakdown. However, struggles to routinely locate his target and will allows his man to run free at times, but again I think that can be improved with more experience. Is a sticky player through contact. Can create leverage for himself off the ball in the run game, doesn't waste much motion into contact and there is a real snap through his hips. You can tell he's a former defensive lineman because of his initial quickness off the ball and pop into contact. Likes to finish, plays with some nasty and gets after it until the whistle.
Impression: A gifted athlete with a strong base, strong hands and a passion for the game. Needs to clean up his footwork and his body type makes me think he's more of a guard only prospect. But has the skill set to fly up draft boards and if he improves his technique could be one of the first guards selected in 2012.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/...ml&position=og

Jaymes Brooks Viriginia Tech 6-2 307
A shorter, stout offensive guard with a thick trunk and lower half. Possesses the ability to really sit into his stance, but struggles to keep his butt under him consistently in the run game. Doesn't do a great job getting under defensive tackles on contact, as his momentum is too frequently taking him in a downward motion because of his high butt. Opposing lineman have the ability to overwhelm him on contact and work him into the backfield because he struggles to gain initial leverage off the ball. He's a solid athlete who extends his arms well and can stick through the play with an initial burst off the football and the ability to reach off his frame and seal. However, he needs to do a better job keeping his base under him off the snap in order to gain leverage and drive.
Exhibits the same stance in the pass game, but does a better job initially off the ball lowering his base, extending his arms and gaining leverage through the play. He will struggle with initial quickness off the snap or with blitzing linebackers who can get into his frame before he steps because he will struggle with his anchor. However, he has a quick first step and, for the most part, gets off the snap count on time. He shoots his hands quickly, is heavy handed and does a very impressive job sliding his feet through contact. Exhibits "plus" lateral agility in space and through contact with the shuffle-and-slide ability to quickly re-direct and pick up a blitzing/stunting backer inside. He will get overextended off the snap at times when trying to shoot his hands, and again his stance needs to be improved in order to help with balance. His awareness is only average and he will get confused at times when multiple defenders are at the line and moving off the snap. But when he knows who to block, he's very effective both with power and quickness in pass protection.
Impression: Needs to re-work his stance and learn to keep his base under him better, which he should be able to, because he looks flexible enough laterally and doesn't play like a stiff kid. He can mirror in pass pro and has the natural power to be a solid run blocker if he learns to gain leverage and not waste motion off the snap into contact.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_big_board_rankings.html&position=og

Brandon Washington Miami 6-4 320
The 6-4, 320 pound Washington has starred for the Hurricanes at left tackle and left guard. Though he played well outside at tackle this season, most project him back inside at guard in the NFL. Washington has a short, stock build. He is surprisingly light on his feet and plays with intensity and physicality. The feeling among scouts is that Washington could play outside at the next level, but he could become a Pro Bowl caliber guard. Washington had previously told members of the media that he was returning to school, explaining that he had not even petitioned the NFL for a grade, was excited about the progress Miami was making and was committed to earning the college degree that no one else in his family had previously attained. The lure of NFL dollars, however, must have proven too much for Washington. He is currently behind only Stanford's David DeCastro (who also is leaving school early) among NFLDraftScout.com's 2013 guard prospects.
http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=89836&draftyear=2013&genpos=OG

Omoregie Uzzi Georgia Tech 6-3 300
http://www.draftinsider.net/blog/?p=5865


Amini Silatolu Midwestern St 6-4 324
A thick, wide-bodied offensive lineman who plays left tackle at Midwestern State. Possesses a powerful lower half, natural flexibility into contact and exhibits the physical make-up to be ideally suited to play guard at the next level. Showcases the flexibility to bend and sit into his stance, and initially does a nice job keeping his base down on his initial kick-step. Looks balanced off the edge, but has a tendency to get upright into contact. Extends his arms well and is a balanced/powerful puncher who can rock lineman on contact. Therefore, despite getting upright into contact can still stick, but will struggle with balance when engaged and doesn't play as quick laterally, giving up some penetration because of it. However, when he does sink his hips on contact, showcases very good foot quickness for his size, displays some natural mirror ability and can slide his feet through contact. Just needs to do a better job of playing lower. Exhibits solid range toward the edge in pass protection vs. speed, but lacks ideal NFL range, will open up his hips and routinely lunge into contact to push rushers past the play.

Is a dominant run blocker. Not only can he coil up into his stance and really snap through his hips into contact, extending his arms and gaining leverage, but he also loves to finish. Showcases a strong set of legs and can run through contact and routinely get a good push. However, at times just throws himself at defenders, will lose balance at the point and can be side stepped. Needs to improve his initial balance on his second step into contact, but the body control and explosion is certainly there for him to win inside in-line at the next level. He's very impressive on the move. Showcases "plus" range for his size when asked to pull as a backside tackle, lead the power play and reach defenders in space. Plays with a nasty streak, loves to finish and his combination of range/athleticism and balance makes him dominant when trying to kick out defenders. Loves to block down field as well, routinely plays till the whistle and his range in space is very impressive, especially the way he covers ground and breaks down so quickly, dropping his pad level and/or cutting defenders in the process.

Impression: He has some technique flaws that needs to be fixed and will need to kick inside at the next level. However, he's a wide-bodied athlete with a powerful/explosive frame, good foot quickness and can really pull from the backside. Might need some time, but is one of the top guards in the class with as much upside as any.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=100015

Donald Stephenson Oklahoma 6-6 307
Possesses a naturally thick frame, good girth through the lower half and thighs, and can coil up well off the football. Displays a good first step off the snap in the run game and has the ability to quickly get into his target. Has a snap through the hips and initially you think he can create a surge. However, drops his head into contact, doesn't extend his arms well and doubles over at the waist, negating his ability to play with leverage and eventually is stonewalled. Displays solid coordination on the move and average range, displaying the ability to drop his pad level and cut down defenders in space.

Needs to do a better job getting off the snap count consistently in the pass game. Too often is the last guy getting out of his stance and is forced to play from behind. Doesn't display the type of recovery ability to be late off the ball and will struggle with speed to the edge. Too often gets caught stopping his feet and lunging into rushers, loses balance and gives up the corner. Displays solid short area quickness through contact and is a bit heavy handed. However, lacks the type of lateral fluidity to mirror through space. Pops upright off the ball initially, winds his arms into contact and isn't real compact or balanced working his feet and hands in sync. Wastes far too much motion when trying to engage into contact in both the run and pass game.

Impression: Displays a good initial burst for his size, but struggles to gain leverage and stick to blocks in the run game. Looks nothing more than a size free agent who I don't see as a roster guy in year one.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=33083

Rokevious Watkins South Carolina 6-4 340
A tall, thickly built interior lineman who's long armed and isn't real compact in his lower half. Displays average bend to his game when asked to sit into his stance, keeps his base down and head up off the snap and sets very quickly. Demonstrates a good first step, gets his hands up quickly in pass protection and uses his length well on his punch to keep defenders from getting into his frame. However, allows his pad level to get upright when trying to engage. Against better athletes inside he will get caught overextending and struggles to shuffle and slide through contact, will fall off blocks after his initial punch. Slides his feet well laterally in space and has some lateral quickness initially off the snap. Displays a powerful upper body and can stick to blocks at times even when overextended in his lower half as he maximizes his length into defenders. However, should be a much better velcro player and needs to learn to play more balanced/compact in his lower half.

The same problems come up in the run game as well. For a big man does a nice job sitting into his stance and firing off the football low, keeping his base down and has an explosive element to his game getting into defenders. However, gets caught lunging into opponents too often off the snap, gets his head/shoulders out in front of him, doesn't move his feet and can be slipped at the line by better athletes. When he can get into defenders off the ball he demonstrates natural power as an in-line guy. Can create leverage, extend his arms and drives his legs through contact initially creating a seam. However, too often he ends up on the ground and falls off the block the longer he's asked to stay on it because of his struggles with balance.

Impression: A big body with natural power and average bend, but needs to become more balanced in all areas of the game. Isn't tight hipped, just gets his head/body out in front of his feet too often in all areas of the game. Has the natural talent to start in the NFL, but is going to need to work at his trade and it's going to take some time.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=42060

Rishaw Johnson California(PA) 6-4 308
Pass Blocking: Rishaw Johnson has some natural strength with a strong punch and heavy, sticky hands through contact. He’s a definite work in progress in pass protection. He isn’t a natural sitting in his stance and pops upright on contact. His feet go dead too often on contact and has a tendency to end up in the QB’s lap. He’s a got a strong lower body but it doesn’t show on film. Needs a ton of work from the technique standpoint in pass protection.

Run Blocking: Johnson is clearly more comfortable in the run game. He is strong and is an above-average move player. He wins off the snap with a good first step and can overpower defenders. He will have to work on his pad level in the NFL as he loses leverage battles. He has a tendency to drop his head and whiff on blocks.
Bottom Line: Rishaw Johnson is a work in progress with some upside. He was dismissed from Ole Miss for violating team rules and isn’t noted to be the hardest of workers. He has a lot to prove but could be worth the risk.
http://nflsfuture.com/2012/02/09/rishaw-johnson-scouting-report/

Charles Burton Montana 6-5 310(Played OT and OG on the OL-potential late rd steal)
2010: Honorable mention All-Big Sky selection as the team's starting right tackle. 2009: He saw action in 11 games at left guard, and his one start was against Cal Poly. 2008: He saw action in several games and lettered as a true freshman.
Midway through his Montana Grizzlies career, Chuck Burton got a wakeup call.
It was March of 2010 and the Griz were running through their first spring drills under Robin Pflugrad. The new head coach had hired blitz-happy Mike Breske as his defensive coordinator and decided that Burton, the starting left guard for UM in 2009, would make a good right tackle.
Pflugrad was right, but it would take a while.
"He (Pflugrad) installed the spread offense, and looking all the way back to that first spring ball and myself - I struggled with it," said Burton. "It was tough getting out to the linebackers who were trying to blitz. Like Jordan Tripp - Jordan's an outstanding linebacker, and trying to get to him at 330 pounds wasn't working."
The obvious thing to do was get in better shape, drop a few pounds and be prepared to play a mean right tackle - which is what the native of Long Beach., Calif., did.
A little too mean, in fact.
In just over three years on campus Burton has undergone several transformations, from special teams player as a true freshman in 2008 to a drive-blocking guard in 2009 to an over-emoting tackle in 2010 to what he is now: Pretty much a complete player.
http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=120499&draftyear=2012&genpos=OG

Kevin Beachum Southern Methodist 6-3 306
Possesses the size/power to win as an in-line guy and the athleticism to pull in power situations and get out into the second level as well. He's a coordinated pass protector on the edge and has the skill set to make the move to guard at the next level.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/NFL-DRAFT-Late-round-sleepers-worth-monitoring.html
 
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Offensive Tackles:
1. Matt Kalil USC 6-6 295
2. Jonathan Martin Stanford 6-6 305
3. Riley Reiff Iowa 6-6 300
4. Mike Adams Ohio State 6-8 305
5. Zebrie Sanders Florida State 6-5 305
6. Nate Potter Boise St. 6-6 293
7. Levy Ad**** Oklahoma St. 6-6 322
8. Ricky Wagner Wisconsin 6-6 320
9.
Brandon Mosely Auburn 6-6 305
10. Blake DeChristopher Virginia Tech 6-5 320
11. Bobby Massie 6-6 324
12. Matt Reynolds Brigham Young 6-5 305
13. Paul Cornick North Dakota State 6-6 310
14.
Jeff Allen Illinois 6-5 315
15. Justin Anderson Georgia 6-5 342
16.
Tony Bergstrom Utah 6-6 315
17. James Brown Troy 6-4 314
18.
Tom Compton South Dakota 6-6 310
19. Andrew Datko Florida State 6-6 321
20. Marcel Jones Nebraska 6-7 320
21.
Matt McCants Alabama-Birmingham 6-7 295
22. Josh Oglesby Wisconsin 6-7 330
23. Mitchell Schwartz California 6-6 318
24. Markus Zusevics Iowa 6-5 300
25. Joe Long Wayne State 6-6 308
26. John Cullen Utah 6-4 305
27. Charles Burton Montana 6-5 310
28. James Carmon Mississippi St. 6-7 320



1. Matt Kalil USC 6-6 295*
A prototypical left tackle with good footwork, long arms, and solid technique, Kalil has continued to establish his ranking this season as the top tackle prospect in 2012. His brother Ryan Kalil is a two-time Pro Bowl center for the Carolina Panthers.
http://www.nflgridirongab.com/2011/1...8211;-offense/

2. Jonathan Martin Stanford 6-6 305*
Responsible for protecting Andrew Luck’s blindside, Martin has proved reliable over the past three seasons. His technique could use some refinement but his size and athleticism can’t be coached. Martin should be a long term NFL starter on the left side.
http://www.nflgridirongab.com/2011/1...8211;-offense/

3. Riley Reiff Iowa 6-6 300*
A better athlete than former teammate and first round pick Bryan Bulaga, Reiff controls the line of scrimmage with long arms, good upper body strength and a sharp understanding of blocking angles. He has experience at both tackle spots and inside at guard.
http://www.nflgridirongab.com/2011/1...8211;-offense/

4. Mike Adams Ohio State 6-8 305
Adams has shown the ability to close off the left side of the line early in 2011. He has great size for the position and has continued to progress in his technique throughout his career. A few character mishaps may be a concern for some teams in April.
http://www.nflgridirongab.com/2011/1...8211;-offense/

5. Zebrie Sanders Florida State 6-5 305
Zebrie Sanders shows excellent movement skills, agility, and straight line speed for his size. He may have the most upside of all the tackles available. A starter on the right side for the Seminoles, his ability translates well to the left side at the pro level.
http://www.nflgridirongab.com/2011/10/25/top-mid-season-prospects-for-2012-nfl-draft-–-offense/

Nate Potter Boise St. 6-6 293
Pros:
Nate Potter is a player that uses his ability to think quickly to his advantage. His smarts allow him to put himself in the proper position while avoiding mistakes. He has good height and long enough arms to excel at the next level. Potter has excellent footwork in pass protection and does a good job mirroring defenders. In pass protection it is important to have quick feet and Potter has the feet necessary to slide and keep defenders in front of him. When the defense brings pressure he is quickly able to recognize it and pick up the appropriate rusher. In the running attack Potter takes good angles to seal off defenders and open up running lanes. Potter would fit nicely in a zone blocking scheme where he can utilize his high football IQ and good footwork.
Cons:
The biggest concern for NFL teams is going to be Potter’s size and strength. At 293lbs he is going to be undersized anywhere he lines up. Potter has shown time and time again that he doesn’t have elite strength and can get bulled over by powerful pass rushers. In the running game he can have a hard time moving bigger defenders out of gaps which could clog things up for the running backs. Potter isn’t the most athletic linemen out there and this leads to some trouble in pass protection. While he has quick feet he isn’t fast enough to stay with the really fast pass rushers. This season we saw a good example of this as he gave up a few sacks against Virginia Tech’s speed rushers.
Thoughts:
Potter makes up for his lack of ideal skills by putting in hard work and using proper technique. However, I have real concerns about his overall strength and athleticism. He needs to prove that he can handle the speed rush better to be considered high tackle prospect.
Projected Round:
I have Potter sitting in the 3[SUP]rd[/SUP] round range.
http://www.yardbarker.com/college_fo..._state/3339310

Levy Ad**** Oklahoma St. 6-6 322
Ad**** is a difficult prospect to get a feel for because the Cowboys utilize a quick-hitting offense that doesn't ask its offensive line to really overpower other teams. His athleticism is above-average with good footwork and mobility in tight spaces. He doesn't look very good when asked to get nasty and overwhelm defenders in run blocking.
Most offensive linemen have the opposite skill-set where they need to work on their technique and already possess brute strength. Bulking up for the NFL will be asking a lot for a guy who already has a lot of weight on his frame. If he can maintain his work ethic, he may be able to live up to his draft status.
Ad**** projects as a late second to early third round selection in the 2012 NFL Draft.
http://www.fftoolbox.com/nfl_draft/p...ospect_id=2998

Ricky Wagner Wisconsin 6-6 320
Ricky Wagner has the tools to develop into a pro bowler. Wagner is more polished as a pass blocker than Gabe Carimi. Wagner does not have the learning rate, zone blocking, or run blocking footwork that Carimi displayed coming out of Wisconsin.​



Wagner could succeed at the same time he is just as capable of failing in the NFL if he is rushed into a lineup too quickly because he will need at least at least 2 years on the sideline to learn the playbook. The upside is there with Wagner. He offers so much from a blocking standpoint. The downside is that Wagner is so raw for an offensive tackle prospect entering the NFL so he needs the proper time to mature blending into the league.
http://www.rantsports.com/mock-draft...outing-report/

Brandon Mosely Auburn 6-6 305
A tough, rugged right tackle who plays with some nasty, likes to finish blocks and consistently plays through the whistle. Seems to really get under the skin of opposing linemen the way he always gets the last hit on his man. Plays from a two-point stance, but is a decent bender for his size at times, can keep his base down off the ball well enough in the run game and create leverage for himself at the point. However, will get sloppy with his technique and bend more at the waist when he knows he has to reach speed off the edge in the pass game. Wastes some motion on his punch and will wind up into contact, allowing defenders to initially get into his chest. However, he displays a strong upper body and when he does release his hands he can jar on contact. Exhibits the ability to get an initial push off the line in the run game, is sticky through contact and again will finish. Isn't overpowering, but can create an initial surge.
Possesses average range off the edge in pass protection. Gets overextend on his power step and swing his arms consistently in order to create momentum for himself toward the edge. Needs to do a better job keeping his hands in front of him to protect his chest as he routinely gives up inside hand placement and at times will get jacked on contact because of it. Is gritty though once he gets a hold of you and is tough to disengage from. Demonstrates fair natural balance and can anchor through the play. Gets too wide with his footwork on his initial power step, but keeps working his feet through contact and on tape shows the natural footwork to eventually hold his own when asked to develop a kick slide in the NFL. Understands angles, knows his limitations and loves to compete.
Impression: A tough kid who plays hard, likes to finish and understands angles in the pass game. Has some upside down the line coming from a JUCO program in 2010, but as of now looks like a roster guy in year one who could fight for playing time down the line. Reminds me some of former UVA OT Will Barker.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/...ml&position=ot

Blake DeChristopher Virginia Tech 6-5 320




"Possesses decent height for the position, but doesn't look real long armed and seems to carry a bit extra girth through the mid-section. He doesn't look overly thick through the lower half. He isn't a real natural bender who will struggle to sit into his stance in the NFL.
He sits really upright in pass protection, with his right leg significantly behind him in order to quickly set. Lacks the natural range to reach the corner and doesn't stay compact/balanced with his footwork when trying to reach speed. He gets upright initially off the football and just slides his feet laterally.
He also struggles to stay balanced and redirect with much quickness, and will be really susceptible initially to the bull rush into contact.
He's a heavy handed guy who sticks well through contact, but he doubles over at the waist when looking to engage, struggles to keep his base down and feet under him and lacks much shuffle and slide ability.
Is a naturally strong kid with some lower body strength through contact in the run game, but his lack of overall flexibility in his lower half takes away from his initial snap off the ball.
He gets upright initially and doesn't generate much of a pop/leverage for himself at the point. He stands upright initially before engaging and, despite his lower power and heavy hands, he doesn't get nearly the movement his skill set should allow him to.
He's heavy handed, sticks to blocks initially and can get a slight push because of his natural power, but he doesn't gain leverage, rolls over his knees and ends up on the ground too quickly.
Has some short area quickness off the snap when asked to step and seal, but isn't the athlete who can consistently get out on the edge, breakdown and chop down defenders in space.
Impression: Isn't a natural bender and is going to have a tough time winning consistently in either the run or pass game at the next level."



Pro FootBall Weekly on Blake DeChristopher:

"An experienced, confident, competitive college right tackle, DeChristopher gets into blocks quickly and demonstrates good base, balance and leverage.
Steady, sound pass blocker — runs rushers wide and can shuffle, slide and mirror to maintain positioning.
Uses his hands well, showing an effective initial punch and the ability to pop and recoil.
Average athletic ability and power — cannot blow people off the ball and could be stressed by size.
Lacks the length (short arms) and foot quickness to consistently handle edge speed, but is a scrapper with starter-caliber ability at left guard in a zone scheme.
Accountable, well-respected, character player with leadership traits."



Great Blue North's Colin Lindsay on Blake DeChristopher:

"Experienced four-year starter; smart, tough and aggressive; mauling drive blocker with long arms, good functional weight-room strength and a great motor; also has decent straight-line speed, but overall is not very athletic;
Does have some short-area quickness, but is stiff and not very agile and struggles to cut the edge off against fast outside rushers; in fact, could be best suited to playing a power OG at the next level;
Missed two games in 2008 with and a bruised kidney and one in 2009 with an ankle injury, but otherwise is a durable, well-conditioned athlete who more often than not plays every snap with the Hokies."
http://www.fanaticalfootballfiend.co...03875b7/1.html

Bobby Massie 6-6 324
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Great Blue North's Colin Lindsay on Bobby Massie:

"Plays RT for Ole Miss but has the size and athleticism to figure as a LT at the next level; actually originally signed with Virginia Tech and was heavily recruited by Alabama but opted to go to Ole Miss where he started from day one;

Has excellent size with long arms and quick feet; gets decent knee bend with good balance, but needs to concentrate on keeping pads low; can also change direction and can cut off the edge, solid drive blocker who finishes off block."
http://www.fanaticalfootballfiend.com/3/post/2011/09/bobby-massie-scouting-reports.html

Matt Reynolds Brigham Young 6-5 305
Pass blocking: Widebody who is difficult to get an outside rush against when in balance and nearly impossible to bull rush due to his strong anchor. Plays with wide base and flashes lateral agility to mirror quicker ends. Attacks his man and stays with him to sustain through the play. Better pass rushers can get him upfield and spin, punch, or stop to get inside lane. Adequate recovery speed; sometimes redirects quick defenders around the pocket if beaten off the snap but at times needing to hold to get the job done--pro pass rushers more likely to take advantage. Nearly stands straight up in his stance on most pass plays but plays with some bend and is capable in pass pro with his hand on the ground. Plays with extremely wide split with left guard if defender lined up outside.
Run blocking: Size, strength, and quick feet make him an effective positional blocker. Gets into position immediately after the snap, extends his arms and engulfing defenders at times. Will punch his target multiple times to make sure he cannot get off the block or make the backside play. BYU running game predicated on draws, needs to prove he can stay low off the snap to win leverage battles on power runs against NFL defensive linemen.
Pulling/trapping: Rarely gets a chance to show his ability to block on the move. Feet are nimble enough to trap inside, has strength to negate smaller targets coming straight-on in the hole. Would be more likely to stick a hand out to push aside hard-charging inside targets due to his bulk and average flexibility, rather than stopping them.
Initial Quickness: Gets his massive body moving quickly enough to be effective as a power blocker and to prevent ends from turning the corner in pass protection, though lining up well wide of the guard on some plays protects him. Effective getting out of his three-point stance, though his hand placement is inconsistent; his size won't be enough to move defenders at the next level.
Downfield: Has relatively light feet to get to the second level or act as an escort for running backs on the outside. Quickly moves from one target to another if in traffic. Lacks quickness to adjust to smaller defenders in space and lunges at targets at times, getting in their way but not sustaining long enough to keep them from the play.
Intangibles: Two-time team captain. Played through left shoulder injury with harness in 2010, has surgery after the season. Father, Lance has been a coach at BYU for 30 years after playing for the Cougars and in the NFL. Brothers Lance and Dallas were starting offensive lineman for BYU. Served LDS mission to Munich, Germany. Younger brother, Houston, currently plays for the Cougars. Married Brianna Reynolds in February 2009, had daughter, Lucy on New Year's Eve 2010. Older than the typical rookie prospect.
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/1273816/matt-reynolds

Paul Cornick North Dakota State 6-6 310
*Got this one from Elliot1

Paul Cornick, senior, 6-6, 309, North Dakota State, has been selected First Team All-American for the 2011 college football season by The Associated Press. Cornick, a 6-foot-6, 309-pound senior from Orono, Minn. (Orono H.S.) graded out 95.6 percent this season with 84 knockdown blocks and allowed just one sack in pass protection and no quarterback hurries. He had a season-high 10 knockdown blocks in the season opener against Lafayette. Cornick, who was named to the 2011 AFCA Coaches All-America team, was part of an offensive line that provided protection for quarterback Brock Jensen, who has completed 199 of 291 passes for 2,267 yards, 12 touchdowns and three interceptions Jensen completed 68.4 percent of his passes and ranks 21st nationally in passing efficiency. The offensive line, known as the "Rams", opened holes for running backs D.J. McNorton and Sam Ojuri, who have combined for 331 carries for 1,865 yards and 22 touchdowns. The pair have averaged 5.63 yards per carry. Collectively, the offfensive line allowed 18 sacks. The offense is tied for 4th nationally in Red Zone offense, converting 45 of 50 chances at 90 percent including 34 touchdowns. - North Dakota State football
http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=120656&draftyear=2012&genpos=OT

Jeff Allen Illinois 6-5 315
A thick, girthy offensive lineman who has experience at both right and left tackle. Doesn't possess a real athletic looking frame, most of his weight is right through the midsection and looks a bit sloppy. However, he can bend, plays low in pass protection and does a nice job keeping his base down on his kick slide and through contact. Possesses natural coordination and heavy hands through contact when asked to shuffle and slide. However, is inconsistent with his hand placement and doesn't do a great job gaining inside leverage. Will allow defenders to fight their way through contact toward the edge and would like to see him display more of a punch/jolt into contact. His natural girth gives him decent anchor strength, but is more of a catcher, doesn't do a great job extending his arm and jolting defenders on contact.

Does a better job keeping his base down in the run game. Looks more comfortable from a two-point stance getting downhill and coming off the football. Works hard to stick through contact, extends his arms well, generates a slight pop and can turn defenders away from the play. However, allows himself to get upright into contact and doesn't create the leverage needed to consistently overwhelm. More of a sticky player than explosive power/in-line guy. Can be overwhelmed at times on contact when a smaller defender can get under him and will set the edge. Is quick off the snap, can get around on reach blocks and does a nice job sealing on the perimeter. Plays more like a finesse guy than his frame would lead you to believe.

Impression: He's not an overpowering run blocker, but is smooth and coordinated in pass protection, can keep his base down and warrants a higher grade because of it.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=35949

Justin Anderson Georgia 6-5 342
09/23/10 - Nose guard Justin Anderson will have surgery for turf toe and miss the rest of the season, Georgia coach Mark Richt said Wednesday. Anderson is a junior and would have one more season of eligibility. He had one tackle in the opening win against Louisiana-Lafayette, but hasn't played in the past two games. “With the condition it was in, you just have to do it,” Richt said. “He might have been able to fight through, but surgery was inevitable. You fight through it this year, you’re hobbled, then you get the surgery done and you’re not ready for the next year.” - Andy Johnston, The Atlanta Journal Constitution
09/14/09 - RG Justin Anderson replaced Chris Davis on the offensive line in week 2 vs. South Carolina. Incumbent RG Cordy Glenn moved to LG.
11/12/08 - RT Justin Anderson, a redshirt freshman who has started the last seven games, hurt his foot against Kentucky and will miss Saturday's game against Auburn. Josh Davis, Kiante Tripp, Tanner Strickland and Cordy Glenn are candidates to replace him, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
05/14/08 - SPRING MOVERS: G Justin Anderson -- The 6-5, 328-pound redshirt freshman is drawing raves from the defensive linemen and appears on track to start. "He is gradually getting better and better and better," coach Mark Richt told the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. "He is strong. He has got size. He is the quickest guy we have got off the football."
05/16/06 - TOP RECRUITS: OL Justin Anderson, Ocilla, Ga., Irwin County -- Massive 6-5, 320-pound prospect who is at his best when he's pushing the pile in the running game, but has the feet and long arms to excel as a pass protector. Anderson earned USA Today All-USA First-Team Offense and EA Sports second-team All-America honors. Ranked as the nation's No. 7 offensive guard by one recruiting list but could also play tackle at Georgia.
http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=64454&draftyear=2012&genpos=OG

Tony Bergstrom Utah 6-6 315
Possesses a thick lower half, good girth through his base, but doesn't look real long armed. Does a decent job sitting into his stance and keeping his base under him, but looks a bit tight and will double over at the waist. Pops upright off the snap in pass protection, struggles to really sit into his kick-slide and gets upright initially into contact. Lacks the range to routinely reach speed off the edge. However, understands angles and his limitations and will overextend into contact in order to push defenders past the play. Displays above-average short area quickness for his size, gets a bit wide with his footwork, but collects himself quickly in tight areas, re-directs well and will lunge into his target. Isn't a real natural puncher however as he isn't a guy who can hold up laterally in space. But, because of his size and good hand placement can anchor with some consistency on contact. Is heavy handed, but will struggle with balance through the play. Nevertheless, he's tough, gritty and works hard to keep the outside of the pocket clean.

Isn't a great move player in the run game. Seems to lumber in the open field, doesn't have much range and struggles to reach/breakdown on contact. Displays some short area quickness off the line when asked to step and seal. Takes good angles off the ball, has a little snap at the point, but again struggles to balance himself through the play. Lunges off the ball without moving his feet when playing from a three point stance and struggles with pad level from a two point stance.

Impression: A big, strong tackle prospect with some short area quickness for his size. But struggles with flexibility in pass protection and looks limited in what he can offer an NFL offense. A right tackle prospect only.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=36927

James Brown Troy 6-4 314
Possesses a longer, leaner frame with a little bubble to his lower half and good length. Has the ability to continue to fill out and get bigger. Needs some time as a prospect. Is really raw with his footwork, stands a bit upright into his stance, -plays only from a two point stance- and doesn't showcases any resemblance of a kick slide toward the edge. Looks content to simply slide shuffle to the corner and get narrow with his footwork, almost banging his feet together into the process. However, is a natural athlete with good range off the edge and can bend at the knees and keep his base down when trying to slide but lacks ideal anchor strength on contact because he will get upright on his punch. However, he can sink his hips and when he does stay low he extends his arms well demonstrating the ability to be a solid anchor player. Will also get stronger with time and play with better leverage as he learns the position. Is a long armed kid who can gain leverage as well. Nevertheless, too often keeps his hands down by his waist in pass protection and isn't real compact into contact. Generates some pop at the point, but this is an area he will improve with further development. Takes good angles into contact, is a patient kid who doesn't get caught lunging into contact much and showcase natural change of direction skill/fluidity when trying to re-direct off a counter and mirror laterally.

Possesses "plus" short area quickness off the snap in the run game, but again struggles with pad level into contact. Too often fails to generate any kind of leverage when trying to create a push and will fall off blocks quickly. Is at his best as a move guy when asked to get into blocks quickly, extend and seal on contact. Looks quick/coordinated on reach and slid down blocks as well. Routinely is able to stay engaged through contact on the move and get his feet around defenders in order to seal. Isn't overly heavy handed however, but that should improve as well, as he becomes more offensive tackle than athlete.

Impression: Has an intriguing skill set and the frame to get bigger. His body type says offensive tackle in the NFL to me and not guard. But he needs to physically get a bit bigger to play either spot. Looks like a higher upside/developmental guy who could be worth a mid round pick and if he's willing to put in the time could mature into a possible starter.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=43021

Tom Compton South Dakota 6-6 310

Looks the part of an NFL offensive lineman. Is a tall kid with some natural girth through his base, solid length and an athletic looking frame. Displays average flexibility when asked to sit into his stance. Looks a bit tight when trying to play from a three point stance as he will struggle to keep his base under him, but he can sit in a two point stance and initially take a quick first 6-inch step and keeping his base down. However, he looks a bit tight hipped and too often extends his arms out in front of him, almost locking his elbows prematurely into contact. Therefore, he doesn't generate any power on his punch and his hand placement is routinely a bit too long causing him to struggle to anchor. He showcases average athleticism off the edge, but his footwork gets really shabby when trying to reach speed. He will knock his heels together when trying to get to the corner and doesn't take a positive initial step with his left foot toward the edge, as he will get caught almost taking his first real step off his right foot. Therefore, his balance is often an issue and even when he's set, he lacks ideal lateral quickness to mirror. Seems a bit tight in the hips and laterally has a tough time sliding his feet, staying low and quickly re-directing. Too often he is forced to lunge into contact because he lacks the quickness.

Showcases average anchor strength on contact, even at the smaller school level and isn't overly powerful in the run game. Uses his first step quickness to get off the football well and get around blocks, but will pop upright and despite trying to finish blocks has a tough time staying engaged through contact.

Impression: Possesses an NFL caliber frame and some bend and athleticism, but looks tighter hipped, has a long way to go with his technique and isn't a "plus" player in any area physically to warrant a draft pick.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=100014

Andrew Datko Florida State 6-6 321
A tall, athletic looking offensive tackle prospect with a long set of arms. However, despite his weight, looks a bit lean through the lower half and will struggle with power. Is a natural bender who coils up into his stance well, keeps his base under him and is quick off the ball. Looks very coordinated on his kick-slide, remains compact toward the edge, possesses good range toward the corner vs. speed and possesses the athleticism to handle NFL caliber speed rushers. However, into contact he has a tendency to get bent over at the waist and will get bent over a bit on his kick slide as well, as he needs to do a better job keeping his back straight. Will get caught lunging a bit when trying to anchor vs. power and can be susceptible to the bull rush and get walked into the backfield on an outside club because he doesn't have ideal balance. However, for the most part does a good job extending his long arms, displays good hand placement on his punch and sticks well through contact. Is a very good mirror player with the recovery speed to reach defenders even if he loses a step. He slides his feet well through contact and is tough to disengage from.

Doesn't waste much motion off the ball in the run game. He snaps at the hips, extends his arms and is quickly able to get into the body of blockers. Gets a bit high off the ball and isn't a dominate in-line guy, but he works his hands well through contact, gains inside leverage, works his legs and can create a push off the ball. Nevertheless, he's very quick off the snap, exhibits the coordination/athleticism to get around on reach blocks and will seal on the perimeter. Is an excellent move player who has the range to consistently get out to the second level, break down and hit his target. Also, he does great job on slide down blocks, where he engages quickly, gains proper hand placement and his combo of strength/athleticism allows him to stay on his man and finish.

Missed three games in 2010 due to a shoulder injury suffered vs. Oklahoma.
*Missed the majority of 2011 with a knee injury

Impression: Is a solid athlete who can bend, re-direct and block in space. However, has had some struggles with power and staying engaged through the play this year and is currently out for the season following shoulder surgery. Looks like a potential NFL caliber tackle, but might need a year to adjust and get stronger.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=36044

Marcel Jones Nebraska 6-7 320
Looks the part. Is a thickly built offensive lineman with a stout lower half, long arms and the natural strength to win on contact. However, he's a tight-hipped kid who struggles to sit into his stance, bends at the waist and really struggles with balance/leverage in the run game. Exhibits a "plus" first step and quickly is able to get into defenders off the football and create a little bit of a surge. However, he's very linear, struggles with balance through contact, easily gets overextended and will fall off blocks. Plus, he routinely is upright off the ball, struggles to gain leverage and his hand placement gets low because of it negating his natural strength. Exhibits the natural power to eventually create a bit of a surge through contact, but doesn't get much of a push vs. better defensive lineman. Showcases some natural step and seal ability on the edge and has some range into the second level for a big guy. But, it he has to play fast, as he struggles to break down and seal.

Isn't asked to pass protect routinely in Nebraska's option offense. Doesn't possesses the range to consistently reach speed off the edge and will get overextended lunging into contact in order to try to engage. Isn't comfortable in space, pops upright, looks tight hipped and doesn't exhibit much laterally quickness. Has the length and power to be stick and anchor vs. the bull rush. However, has a tough time mirroring through contact vs. any type of lateral quickness.

Impression: A good-looking tackle, but is tight hipped and struggles with leverage. His size and initial quicks might give him a shot, but he is going to have a tough time ever fighting for playing time at the next level.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=40624

Matt McCants Alabama-Birmingham 6-7 295
A tall, long-armed, athletically built offensive tackle with some natural width to his lower half, but has yet to really fill out, McCants possesses the frame to get bigger but is going to need some time to mature physically. He lacks ideal anchor strength at this stage because of it. He does a nice job extending his long arms into contact and is very coordinated with his punch when asked to slide and punch. However, in order to anchor vs. bigger defenders, he will widen his footwork in order to overcompensate and loses his balance/footing in the process. He exhibits the range off the edge to routinely reach speed off the corner and he's a natural bender who can sit into his stance, keep his pad level down and look very fluid sliding his feet laterally when asked to mirror both in space and through contact. He's balanced into contact with his punch and does a nice job keeping his weight evenly distributed in the pass game. He also exhibits the range and mirror ability to hold his own on the left side at the next level.

McCants exhibits elite range when asked to pull and get out to the second level. He is very coordinated in space, moves effortlessly and has the flexibility to cleanly drop his pad level and cut down defenders on contact. He coils up into his stance well and exhibits a good initial snap through the hips into contact, extending his arms well off the ball and initially gaining leverage. He moves his feet in order to mirror and maintain his angle. However, he will begin to pop upright through contact, limiting his natural power and taking away from his push and ability to stay engaged through contact.

Impression: McCants possesses a great looking frame that has the ability to get bigger and mature physically. Athletically, all the tools are there for this kid to play left tackle in the NFL, he just needs some time to make the jump in competition and mature physically.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=42483

Josh Oglesby Wisconsin 6-7 330
Oglesby certainly passes the eyeball test. The 6-7, 330-pound lineman has a massive set of arms and for a big guy, natural girth through the lower half and some bend sitting into his stance. However, despite some natural body control/coordination on his kick slide in pass protection, he wasn't a real compact/explosive puncher into contact. He lacks ideal range to the corner and wants to get his hands on defenders in order to stick through contact. He displays solid coordination laterally, but will get overextended trying to lunge into contact and get his hands on defenders and fall off blocks. However, he has the size and force to speed past the edge, but is not someone I would trust to shuffle and slide laterally while trying to punch in space.

He gets upright off the ball in the run game and struggles to gain leverage throughout. However, he's such a natural physically gifted lineman that he could get away with it most of the time, as he has the size, length and natural power to work his legs through contact despite him lacking ideal handle placement or pad level and still get a good seal on the edge and a push through contact. However, his inability to fire off the ball low and not waste motion off the snap in the run game are two aspects of his game that could end up being exposed once he sees big time talent at the next level. There is no real explosive snap to his game, as he really rolls his hips into contract and struggles to keep his pad down.

He has had a tough time staying healthy as well throughout his career with over six surgeries on his knees, including a torn ACL in 2010.

Impression: Oglesby possesses the size to warrant a pick, and if he ever learns to block with better leverage the guy could be a "plus" run blocker in the NFL. He looks more like a reserve only at this time who coaches will always expect more from because of his physical skill set. They'll just never get it.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=38109

Mitchell Schwartz California 6-6 318
Will end up being a four-year starter for Cal. Possesses a tall, well-built frame, carries his weight well and is natural on the move. At his best in the run game where he does a nice job sitting into his three-point stance, keeping his base down and generating a good snap through the hips into contact. Doesn't waste much motion getting upright off the ball, stays down, possesses a strong lower half, runs his legs through contact and gains solid leverage with his hands. Routinely is able to get into opposing defenders quickly and create a push at the point. Plays through the whistle and takes pride in finishing blocks. However, also looks effective on the move, displays good body control off the snap with the initial quickness to get around on reach blocks and seal. Displays good coordination down the line on slide down blocks as well and can reach opponents at the second level. Lacks ideal body control when looking to drop his pad level and cut down on contact, but stays low off the ball into space, extends his arms and can seal backers down the field.

Is still developing as a pass blocker, displays solid range off the edge and looks athletic enough to reach speed. However, struggles to keep his base down, isn't real technically sound/compact with his footwork and has a tendency to get overextended and double over the waist when looking to anchor. Takes good angles initially, but struggles to shuffle and slide through the play. Loses his balance easily and can be overwhelmed easily on contact because his weight is typically on his toes and he doesn't stay real compact with his footwork lunging into contact. Does a much better job keeping his hands up and base down when he needs to block down or handle bigger/slower defensive ends off the edge where he can play with power. However, vs. speed he chicken wings his arms on his drop in order to create momentum, exposes his frame and doesn't keep his hands up ready to uncoil on his punch.

Impression: Displays solid athletic ability, but looks better suited to play on the right side in the NFL vs. less speed. A nice later round developmental type draft pick who could eventually fight for playing time.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=40963

Markus Zusevics Iowa 6-5 300
He possesses good size for the position, extends his arms well and has an athletic looking frame. He has the frame to add even more girth into his lower half as he matures. He's able to keep his base under him off the football but at times sits a bit high into his stance, especially when trying to reach blocks off his frame. Nevertheless, he has a good first step, doesn't waste any motion off the ball and exhibits a snap through the hips into contact. Zusevics keeps his head down, takes good angles and extends his arms well into contact. He runs his legs through his man, is heavy handed and displays one of the better combinations of power/balance as a run blocker I have seen from an OT prospect this year. He showcases good range on the move, exhibits the initial quickness to get around and reach blocks, and his hand placement makes him very difficult to disengage from in the run game. He does a nice job finishing on contact, he isn't an elite athlete and will fall off blocks at times, but routinely is able to initially seal and begin to finish before he loses balance.

He gets off the ball quickly vs. the pass game and exhibits good enough range to reach speed off the edge. Zusevics possesses above-average lateral quickness, but he will get a bit overextended when asked to re-direct back inside vs. the speed rush. However, he extends his arms well, has a decent punch and is heavy handed enough to stick through contact. He gets a bit upright into contact at times and initially can be jolted at the point, but once he gets his hands on his target he sits into his base well, slides his feet laterally and can anchor on the outside. Overall, he held up well on the edge vs. the pass game.

Impression: A "plus" run blocker who more than held his own in the pass game. He quickly gets off the football, generates a snap into contact and improved his pad level into/out of his stance as the year went on. Zusevics looks like a potential starting caliber offensive lineman -either at guard or tackle- in the NFL with a year or two of seasoning, but has limited upside.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=34506

Joe Long Wayne State 6-6 308(Brother of Jake Long)
Long Named Winner of Upshaw Award

Jeff Weiss, Asst. Athletic Director/Media Relations
12/27/2011 2:51:00 PM
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Joe Long was the 2011 recipient of the Gene Upshaw Award.



WAYNE STATE'S JOE LONG NAMED AS 2011 RECIPIENT OF GENE UPSHAW DIVISION II LINEMAN OF THE YEAR AWARD

MANHEIM, Pa. – Wayne State (Mich.) University left offensive tackle Joe Long has been selected as the 2011 recipient of the Gene Upshaw Division II Lineman of the Year presented by the Manheim Touchdown Club, project coordinator Don Harris announced Monday.
The Upshaw Award is presented annually to the top NCAA Division II junior or senior lineman in the nation as selected by sports information directors at the 154 football-playing D-II institutions.
As a recipient of the Upshaw Award, Long will receive a trophy in the likeness of Gene Upshaw and an automatic invitation to participate in the East-West Shrine Game (Jan. 21) in St. Petersburg, Florida. The game from St. Petersburg's Tropicana Field will be televised live by NFL Network.
Long, a 6-foot-6, 308-pound, fifth-year senior from Lapeer, Mich. (East H.S.), is the eighth recipient of the award named in honor of former Texas A&I (now Texas A&M Kingsville) University and NFL All-Pro offensive lineman Gene Upshaw. Mr. Upshaw, a 1987 inductee into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, also served 25 years as the executive director of the NFL Players Association until his death in 2008.
Long, who helped lead Wayne State to four road playoff wins and a berth the 2011 national championship game, nipped Midwestern State (Texas) University senior offensive tackle Amini Silatolu to win the 2011 Upshaw Award.
http://wsuathletics.com/news/2011/12/27/FB_1227110407.aspx

John Cullen Utah 6-4 305
OT John Cullen of Utah ~ 6.4/305
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"One of the top JUCO recruits coming into the 2010 season who earned an immediate starting spot for the Utes at left tackle. Possesses an athletic build, but average height and length for the position. Has a frame that he can continue to fill out, especially through the lower half.

Possesses only average flexibility when asked to sit into his stance, but the guy can bend. Does a nice job quickly getting off the snap on his kick step, displaying natural range to the corner and can keep his base under him in pass protection.

At times gets caught hunching over at the waist and isn't a real natural puncher/anchor player at this stage. However, does a nice job keeping his hands up in front of his chest plate, just doesn't know how to let go of them yet with his weight evenly distributed.

Will struggle with power, doesn't have the kind of base to consistently hold the point of attack vs. power players and will lunge into contact trying to create more of a pop for himself. Nevertheless, displays good balance, coordination and athleticism with his footwork.

Is a natural mirror player who has the range to reach speed off the edge, re-directs well and can shuffle and slide through contact. Is somewhat sticky once he gets his hands on you, but is tough to disengage from because of his lateral quickness.

Is a "plus" move player in the run game. Gets off the ball quickly, displays good range when pulling from the backside and can make plays in space. Does an excellent job reaching a target off his frame, breaking down on contact and has some nasty when asked to finish.

Displays the initial quickness to step and seal on the edge as well. However, is still developing as an in-line guy. Has a tendency to roll his hips and get upright off the football when trying to move a target off the ball.

Plays from a three-point stance most of the time and I think with some time to develop in a two point stance he could certainly learn how to gain leverage and be a more physical in-line player.

Impression: Is far from a finished product, but there is some real natural athleticism there. Needs to get stronger and develop as a puncher, but has to take that next step as a player. Struggles vs. better competition."
Read entire article:http://www.fanaticalfootballfiend.com/3/category/cullen john5640962c58/1.html

Charles Burton Montana 6-5 310(Played OT and OG on the OL-potential late rd steal)
2010: Honorable mention All-Big Sky selection as the team's starting right tackle. 2009: He saw action in 11 games at left guard, and his one start was against Cal Poly. 2008: He saw action in several games and lettered as a true freshman.
Midway through his Montana Grizzlies career, Chuck Burton got a wakeup call.
It was March of 2010 and the Griz were running through their first spring drills under Robin Pflugrad. The new head coach had hired blitz-happy Mike Breske as his defensive coordinator and decided that Burton, the starting left guard for UM in 2009, would make a good right tackle.
Pflugrad was right, but it would take a while.
"He (Pflugrad) installed the spread offense, and looking all the way back to that first spring ball and myself - I struggled with it," said Burton. "It was tough getting out to the linebackers who were trying to blitz. Like Jordan Tripp - Jordan's an outstanding linebacker, and trying to get to him at 330 pounds wasn't working."
The obvious thing to do was get in better shape, drop a few pounds and be prepared to play a mean right tackle - which is what the native of Long Beach., Calif., did.
A little too mean, in fact.
In just over three years on campus Burton has undergone several transformations, from special teams player as a true freshman in 2008 to a drive-blocking guard in 2009 to an over-emoting tackle in 2010 to what he is now: Pretty much a complete player.
http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings...2012&genpos=OG

James Carmon Mississippi St. 6-7 320
He's a gifted athlete for his size who at worst is worth a developmental/free agent grade. He's the type of lineman I would love to have/develop on my practice squad for a year and see how far he can come. He’s very raw as a former defensive lineman, but the skill set is there.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/NFL-DRAFT-Late-round-sleepers-worth-monitoring.html
 
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Defensive Tackles:
1. Devon Still Penn St. 6-4 310
2. Brandon Thompson Clemson 6-2 310
3. Jerel Worthy Michigan St. 6-3 310
4. Dontari Poe Memphis 6-4 350
5. Alameda Ta'Amu Washington 6-3 337

6.
Baker Steinkuhler Nebraska 6-6 290
7. Jaye Howard Florida 6-3 303
8.
Marcus Forston Miami 6-3 310
9. Fletcher Cox Mississippi State 6-4 295
10.
Josh Chapman Alabama 6-1 310
11. Michael Brockers Louisiana St. 6-6 306
12.
Chas Alecxih Pittsburgh 6-5 285
13. Mike Daniels Iowa 6-1 280
14.
Hebron Fangupo BYU 6-1 330
15. Dominique Hamilton, Missouri 6-5 305
16. DaJohn Harris Southern Cal 6-4 310
17. John Hughes Cincinnati 6-3 300
18. Malik Jackson Tennessee 6-5 270
19. Markus Kuhn North Carolina State 6-4 303
20. Mike Martin Michigan 6-2 304
21. Vaughn Meatoga Hawaii 6-2 295
22. Tydreke Powell North Carolina 6-5 310
23. Kheeston Randle Texas 6-5 295
24. Kendall Reyes Connecticut 6-4 295
25. Travian Robertson South Carolina 6-4 303
26. Billy Winn Boise State 6-4 295
27. Derek Wolfe Cincinnati 6-5 300

28. Akiem Hicks Regina 6-4 324
29. Logan Harrell Fresno St. 6-2 276
30. Ronnie Cameron Old Dominion 6-2 305
31. Damon Harrison William Penn 6-2 340
32.
Armond Armstead Southern California 6-5 295

Devon Still Penn St. 6-4 310
Still is a big-bodied, thick defensive tackle prospect for the Penn State Nittany Lions. Entering the 2012 NFL Draft, there is room for improvement in his draft stock since he is widely-viewed as a interior run stopper only. He tore his ACL as a true freshman, which will be a concern for some coaches during the interview process. The great thing about this year's defensive tackle class is that there is still the prospect that someone can emerge and break into the Top 5 at the position. Teams are always looking to improve their defensive line, which will carry a player like Still's draft stock a bit higher than projections may indicate.
Still is a tough mauler on the inside who can move bodies between the tackles. He lacks the ability to chase down ball-carriers, but his extreme height and bulk make him a serious handful for offensive linemen.
At the next level, his pass rush needs work. Whether he is shooting the gaps or improving his first step, teams will need to polish his game if they want him to be able to play all three downs. He doesn't have wide hips, but since he is so lean, he can add weight. There is certainly room on his frame to develop a bigger and stronger base.
Still projects as a third or fourth round draft pick in the 2012 NFL Draft.
http://www.fftoolbox.com/nfl_draft/p...ospect_id=2954

Brandon Thompson Clemson 6-2 310
Just like Marcus Stroud he will impact many games but will not have great stats. He has great initial quickness and pushes the line back causing the OL and RB to key on him; and allow others to benefit from the attention he demands. He will be a key part to many teams run defense. He is also able to play in a 3-4 as a NT though probably is a better fit in a 4-3. Teams like Colts, Texans, Bengals, Broncos, Giants, Eagles, and Panthers could use him in a heartbeat. His stock is really, on the uptick and he could pull a Tyson Alualu.
Big nose tackle prospect who played on an extremely talented defensive line last year, but with Jarvis Jenkins and Da’Quan Bowers moved on to the NFL, he will assume a much larger role on a pretty young Clemson defense. As a junior, he tallied a whopping 56 tackles to go along with 6.5 for a loss and one sack. He also hurried the quarterback 15 times, so he made the most of the talented defensive line. Last year, he was quite an opportunist, and when he leaves Clemson, he will have a lot of games started under his belt provided he can stay healthy. The question becomes whether or not Thompson can break through to the next level this year. Can he become a dominant force on a much less talented, or at least experienced defensive line and stand out on his own? Some have him rated as the top senior defensive tackle available in this year’s draft, and that could wind up being so. The key for Thompson is that he is opportunistic while opening plays for others, meaning he will take on double teams and clean up what’s left. He could fit in the NFL in either a 3-4 or 4-3 system, though he is doing quite well in the latter.
http://nflmocks.com/2011/11/05/2012-...on-dt-clemson/

Jerel Worthy Michigan St. 6-3 310

Worthy's progression over the last few seasons is subtle, but what fans should know is that although his numbers don't jump off the page, his role in Michigan State's defense is vital. In the beginning of his career, Worthy was free to pass rush and penetrate the line in what is usually called the off-tackle position, or under tackle. At this point in his career, as the team's most dominant defensive lineman, his job is to occupy double teams, seal off running and passing lanes, take up space and hold ground at the point of attack. No, it's not a glamorous job, but it allows his fellow lineman and other blitzers to get after the play. Offenses know if they didn't double team him, he'd blow the play up more often than not. Most evaluations miss this change in assignment and see a guy who doesn't penetrate, doesn't get in the backfield, doesn't make impact plays, etc. But the role of a defensive tackle isn't necessarily to be involved in that more than a couple times per game. Worthy does all his new tasks very well. He shows a great explosion off the line and is strong enough in his upper body to grab a player with one arm and, all in one motion, bring the ball-carrier into his chest and down to the ground.
When he does pass rush, he shows a good bull rush, swim move, and rip move. Worthy will make a great fit at either defensive tackle positions in a 4-3 defense. His development leans more toward him slimming down to be a 3-4 DE rather than a bulked up 3-4 NT. It really depends upon which team selects him.
All in all, Worthy is a very good prospect with a great diversity to his game that opposing offenses respect. His combination of athleticism and brute physicality will be a highly appreciated set of commodities. He projects to be selected toward the middle of the first round in the 2012 NFL Draft.
http://www.finheaven.com/forums/newt...newthread&f=75

Dontari Poe Memphis 6-4 350
Poe is another junior on the defensive line whose play has impressed scouts. The 340-pound defender easily moves around the field, collapsing the pocket with his power or chasing the action out to the flanks. He's still rough around the edges, but Poe's size and athleticism more than intrigue scouts. Poe is also expected to enter the draft and, like Mercilus, will end up in the latter part of the first round.
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/201...ers/index.html

Alameda Ta'Amu Washington 6-3 337
Pass rush: Surprising initial quickness off the snap. Wide-bodied frame makes it difficult for him to split gaps, but shows a burst when he has a lane. Developing swim move. Relies mostly on a simple bull rush at this point, which is quite effective in collapsing the pocket. Only phone booth quickness. Gives good effort in chasing down the quarterback, but tires quickly.
Run defense: Strong, stout interior presence who often requires double-team blocks to keep him from clogging running lanes. Short, thick legs and thick trunk which aid him in anchoring. Inconsistent in his effort pursuing laterally and downfield, but surprises opponents with his quickness for such a large man. Short arms could lead to problems against NFL-caliber offensive linemen with longer arms able to get into his chest …
Explosion: Flashes an explosive initial burst off the snap to split gaps, especially when guards vacate the hole to pull. Has the upper body strength to rock his opponent back onto his heels. Quicker and more athletic than his body would lead you to believe, flashing startling explosiveness as a tackler when he gains momentum.
Strength: Powerful man who often requires double-teams. Excellent strength in his upper and lower, though his short limbs limit his effectiveness, at times. Relies heavily on his bull rush to pressure the quarterback. Often is at his most effective as a run-stuffer by simply creating a pile in the middle due to his ability to anchor.
Tackling: Makes most of his tackles by simpyl bludgeoning the ball-carrier. Lacks the quick-twitch muscles and lateral agility to break down in space, but has such great strength that he often is able to grab the ball-carrier with one arm, slow his momentum and grab on with his other arm to pull the ball-carrier to the ground. Inconsistent effort in pursuit, but generates impressive momentum when he's moving at full-speed and can rock the ball-carrier with an explosive hit.
Intangibles: Struggled with his weight early in his career. Has weighed as much as 390 pounds and played at 360, at times. Committed himself to extra conditioning and taking rice -- a staple of the Samoan culture -- out of his diet. He weighed in at 337 pounds for the 2011 Holiday Bowl. Suffered a broken foot during his senior year of high school.
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/p.../alameda-taamu

Blake Steinkuhler Nebraska 6-6 290
Steinkuhler is a long shot to declare for the draft but is an attractive prospect for 3-4 teams. If he has a solid season for the Cornhuskers he could look to bolt Lincoln to take advantage of a weak defensive line class. For now, he is a second round prospect but that could change with another solid season.
2012 NFL Draft Projection: 2
http://nflsfuture.com/2012-nfl-defen...kle-prospects/

Jaye Howard Florida 6-3 303




"Versatile defensive lineman who has played both DE and DT and could find a home at the next level as a 5-tech DE;

Has good size at almost 310 pounds, but still runs under 5.0 for the 40; also has the quickness top shoot the gap, can change of direction, and has good lateral agility;

Not all that strong, though, and struggles at times to anchor, especially when double teamed; also doesn’t always find the ball and tends to get hung up on blockers when his initial charge fails; had 29 tackles in 2010 including 3 sacks and 9 other tackles for loss;

Missed two games in 2010 with an ankle that ultimately required off-season arthroscopic surgery that forced him to miss spring practice this year."
http://www.fanaticalfootballfiend.com/3/category/howard jaye530f9b905a/1.html

Marcus Forston Miami 6-3 310
12/16/11: Forston was suspended for the first contest of the season. He recorded five tackles in three games before going down with a season-ending knee injury. Ohio State center Mike Brewster had a good game against Forston. Forston declared for the draft and signed with Drew Rosenhaus, so he cannot change his mind and return to school. Forston is a good athlete with potential but has legitimate durability concerns entering the NFL.
Projected Round (2012): 3-4.
http://walterfootball.com/draft2012DT.php

Fletcher Cox Mississippi State 6-4 295
Mississippi State defensive tackle Fletcher Cox is skipping his senior season and declaring for the N.F.L. draft. Cox is considered one of the country’s best defensive line prospects and is projected by N.F.L. evaluators as a second-round pick, though some analysts believe he could be selected late in the first round. Cox, who is 6-foot-4 and 295 pounds, was the only player from Mississippi State to be a first-team all-Southeastern Conference selection this season. Cox, a third-year junior, finished a dominant season with 14 ½ tackles for loss and 5 sacks.
“God works in many ways,” Cox said in a telephone interview. “He answered my prayer and I knew deep down in my heart it was time for me to go.”
Cox played both defensive tackle and defensive end at Mississippi State, but said he expected to be evaluated as a tackle by N.F.L. teams. The ESPN draft analyst Todd McShay currently has Cox ranked as the 20th best player in the draft and the second best defensive tackle available behind Penn State’s Devon Still.
Mississippi State Coach Dan Mullen lauded Cox for his commitment to the program. When Mullen was hired in December 2008, Cox was the program’s top committed recruit.
“He never wavered for a day,” Mullen said. “He recommitted to me when I got the job and has been a leader since that day.”
Cox has been a linchpin of Mississippi State’s resurgence under Mullen, acting as the defensive anchor for a program that won back-to-back bowl games for the first time since 2000.
Cox led Mississippi State to a 7-6 record this season and was dominant in its Music City Bowl victory over Wake Forest last week, with a sack and seven tackles, including two for loss.
“He’s a great kid and worked hard in his time here,” Mullen said in summing up Cox’s career. “This will be a huge loss for us.”
Mississippi State could also lose its other top defensive player, cornerback Johnthan Banks, who led the Bulldogs in interceptions this year with five. Banks does not project as highly as Cox, who said he would stay on campus and prepare for the draft with the Bulldogs’ strength coach, Matt Balis.
“My emotions are that this shows that hard work pays off,” Cox said. “Coach Mullen always told me that I’d play in the N.F.L. I said, ‘Yes, sir, that’s something that I want to do.’ To be able to play in the N.F.L., that’s something that a lot of people don’t get to do.”
http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/04/s...ates-fletcher-cox-declares-for-nfl-draft.html

Josh Chapman Alabama 6-1 310
A thick, girthy defender with a strong looking lower half and long arms for his frame. Exhibits a strong anchor on contact when asked to eat up blocks inside. Is tough to move off the football, keeps his base down and works his hands quickly to maintain/regain leverage and hold the point inside. Gets himself in trouble at times shooting his hands to high into contact, but works hard to gain proper hand placement through the play and maximizes his length well in tight quarters. Is limited making plays off his frame. Allows himself to be easily sealed from the action inside and isn't real sudden when asked to disengage and range off his frame. Does a decent job fending off slide down blocks and can play the piano in tighter areas down the line, but when asked to work more in space he struggles to put himself around the football.

Displays a decent get off for his size vs. the pass. Isn't a guy who will threaten gaps off the football, but plays with a good motor, keeps his base down and can fight through blocks working his way up field. Doesn't have the kind of body control or sudden change directions skill to quickly slip blocks, but does display some violence with his hands when asked to disengage while keeping the integrity of the pocket and fending off blocks as the QB steps up.

Impression: Has the making of a starting caliber nose at the next level in either a 3-4 and 4-3 front. Can consistently anchor on contact, is long armed and tough to move off the football. Also, is a better pass rusher than given credit for.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_big_board_scouting_reports.html&position=dt

Michael Brockers Louisiana St. 6-6 306

Pass rush:
Generates a good bull rush using his powerful legs and has the quickness to be used to get outside on twists. Does a nice job of playing to the outside allowing the defensive end to get wide around the edge. Has shown an advanced knowledge of how to use to his frame to get skinny and work through the gap. Would be able to make his most immediate impact as a five technique on a three-man front.

Pursuit/Quickness: Gets off the line of scrimmage with ease. His first step isn't elite, but it's not bad. Displays good effort if he loses on the first move. Gives a good effort to get his hand on the ball carrier, even when held up on blocks. Doesn't always work to the wide outside edge when a play develops. Light on his feet.


Run defend:
Although Brockers frequently requires double team blocks, he doesn't give up ground. Gets lined up over center or in the A-gap. Shows good instincts to get after running backs as they come through the hole. Has nice change of direction ability for such a big player. Alert lineman who can quickly recognize and react to trap blocks.

Strength: Is still growing into his frame, but already has good power. Has big, strong legs that help him fire off the snap. Could easily get up to 315 pounds by adding more bulk to his upper body. Still learning how to use his strength in the pass rush.

Tackling: Uses a combination of length and power to take down tacklers. Gets wide in the running lane to engulf ball carriers. Is nimble because of his change of direction skills, so Brockers has the skills to work through the trash near the line.

Technique: Brockers has a tendency to come out of his stance high and give up leverage to shorter linemen. Really had issues with this against Alabama's William Vlachos. Shows good handwork to get off blocks.

Final word: In the 2012 NFL Draft, few players carry as much potential and upside as Brockers, a redshirt sophomore. On a loaded LSU defensive line, Brockers routinely stood out and should transition well to the NFL. At 6-foot-6, Brockers has an impressive frame with a lot of room to grow. Because of his relative inexperience (one season as a full-time starter), he'll need to get drafted on a team that can rotate him in while he develops.

http://www.mockingthedraft.com/2012/1/12/2702930/michael-brockers-nfl-draft-scouting-report

Chas Alecxih Pittsburgh 6-5 285
A tall, leaner defensive tackle prospect who lacks much girth through his lower half, preventing him from consistently holding the point of attack. He gets upright off the snap, failing to gain leverage consistently and can be overwhelmed. Uses his length decently vs. slide down blocks, but lacks the power/balance to shed and find the football. At his best when he tries to one-gap his way into the backfield. He exhibits an above-average first step for his size but doesn't breakdown well or have the get off to be a consistent one-gapper in the NFL.

Looks a bit tight-hipped sitting into his stance as his base gets a bit high. He possesses a slightly above-average first step but he gets upright off the ball exposing his chest and preventing him from gaining leverage. He isn't real shifty laterally when trying to slip on contact and isn't a real impressive power player because of pad level. He's at his best when engaged as he works his hands well, has a little suddenness with his footwork and can eventually gain angles and fight his way through contact. Possesses some savvy as a pass rusher extending his arms into contact, keeping himself clean and working a stunt/running around the pocket in order to create pressure. Demonstrates a very good motor, but has only average closing speed in pursuit.

Impression: For a big guy does exhibit some coordination as a pass rusher working his feet/hands in rhythm. However, he lacks a great anchor, isn't a dynamic athlete and his best spot might be as a 34 DE because of his size. More of a size free agent at this stage.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=37944

Mike Daniels Iowa 6-1 280
An undersized interior lineman who plays low and looks long armed for his size. Fires off the snap count consistently on time and has the initial burst to routinely threaten gaps inside. Gets a bit overextended with his footwork sitting into his stance, but keeps his pad level down, plays with natural balance, a good forward lean and feels his way through blocks. Is really shifty in tight areas, exhibits the ability to routinely side step blocks while keeping his footing through contact and accelerating quickly toward the ball carrier. Never seems to be knocked off balance inside, simply plays with a great motor and good change of direction skills. Looks like a pinball the way he slips defenders, keeps his footing and continues to work his way toward the ball carrier inside. Is violent/sudden with his hands, does a nice job keeping himself clean inside using his arm over. Lacks ideal power on the bull rush, but generates leverage with his hands/pad level and works hard on his counter. Is really sudden when asked to disengage and work his way into the backfield. Showcases natural coordination stunting from the inside, displays good lateral explosion and generates a pop into contact.

Obviously lacks the type of girth to consistently hold up at the point of attack at the next level when run at. Is a real tweener -like many of the past Iowa defensive tackle prospects- and looks limited to more of a one-gap scheme only. Possesses the burst, leverage and quickness to find and stop plays before they start, but has to win with that first step. Is a guy who needs to continue to add some weight and prove he can handle the additional girth without losing his explosion.

Impression: A typical overachieving Iowa DT who is going to make a lot of plays inside this year as a senior. He works hard, plays low and is violent to shed. Has a chance if he adds some weight and keeps his athleticism to make a roster in the right system and work his way into a rotation.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=34525

Hebron Fangupo BYU 6-1 330
A former JUCO kid who transferred from USC to BYU following the 2010 season. Is a raw kid who finally has learned to sit into his stance, play with his base down and fire off the football. However, despite his shorter frame still gets upright off the ball and will struggle with leverage at times in the run game. Plays in a 34 front at BYU where he is the five-technique and asked to two gap. Is a naturally powerful kid and even when he gets upright is still a bear to move off the football. Exhibits a little suddenness at times when asked to use his hands to shed blocks when run at. But his high pad level makes it tough for him to maintain balance and breakdown on blocks off his frame. However, possesses the natural strength to anchor inside, just needs to learn to play a bit lower off the snap and keep his pad level down into contact.

Is limited as a pass rusher. Exhibits the power and motor to overpower on contact and get a good punch at the point of attack. Will extend his arms at times in order to create a punch and is a decent athlete on stunts on the edge. However, doesn't have the burst to slip blocks once he gains a step because of his pad level and isn't real sudden laterally, more of a linear guy.

Impression: A naturally strong kid with a great attitude and work rate. Needs to improve pad level, but has the kind of natural power and work ethic to make it with some time.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=100009

Dominique Hamilton, Missouri 6-5 305
A tall, long-armed defensive tackle with a thick, but athletic looking, frame. Still has the ability to continue to fill out, but carries his 305-pounds very well. Is at his best vs. the run game. He coils up well for a taller defensive tackle and can keep his base under him, with his back flat, and doesn't waste any motion getting off the football. Exhibits good ball awareness inside off the snap and has a "plus" first step for his size. He also does a nice job staying low off the ball, extending his arms into the chest plate of blockers and creating a jolt into contact. Works his legs through the point and has the lower body strength to overwhelm into the backfield and/or fight his way off of blocks when trying to one-gap. Does a nice job extending his arms through the play and controls blocks well through contact. Is strong armed and can anchor, but tends to get a bit upright through the play and is straight-legged, which takes away from his ability to shed and two gap. Is a bit inconsistent at times locating the football as well, he'll sometimes take himself out of plays inside, but exhibits good range in pursuit, can play off blocks and has a good motor working toward the football.

Is still developing as a pass rusher. He displays some get off burst and athletic ability when asked to stunt inside and close, but he struggles to keep his pad level down as effectively off the ball when trying to rush the passer. He gets upright, which limits his get-off burst and power into contact and he can be easily handled on contact. Doesn't use his hands as well to violently shed and isn't real laterally sudden when trying to side step defenders. He played in only seven games last season due to a broken ankle and might have some medical concerns going forward.

Impression: Plays the run much stronger than his frame would indicate. He's got a burst off the snap, plays with leverage and extends his long arms. Has the frame to add 15 to 20 pounds and could get some real looks as a 34 nose or even a five-technique if he stays at 305. Either way, if he can stay healthy he looks like an intriguing 34 prospect because of his ability to win vs. the run. If he continues to improve, certainly looks worthy of a pick and a roster spot.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=41231

DaJohn Harris, Southern Cal 6-4 310
Is a bit taller than most typical USC defensive tackles, but still possesses that thick trunk and base. Is a linear pass rusher who possesses a good first step off the football and when he keeps his base down can be very effective/disruptive. However, is inconsistent in his stance, gets straight-legged at times, comes off the ball upright and doesn't create the necessary burst to his game in order to get into blocks quickly. Has improved his balance as a pass rusher, which has made him a move effective laterally. Works his arms well once he gains a step using the rip to fight off blocks and when he keeps his base under him he can fight to disengage and penetrate through contact and into the backfield. Also, displays some bull rush ability as well when he plays with proper leverage.

Has done a much better job as a senior firing off the ball low, which allows him to shoot his hands and keeps his pad level down on contact. And he's doing a better job routinely anchoring and fight his way into the backfield. Plus, does a much better job creating a pop on contact, maintaining his balance and is more effective when looking to shed. However, has a tendency to stand upright if he doesn't win off the snap when looking to disengage. Will use his length and at times violent hands well when looking to get off blocks, but even when he does shed, too often he allows himself to get worked down the field. Possesses a solid motor in pursuit and will work from the backside, but isn't overly rangy.

Was listed as the number two nose tackle on the depth chart entering the 2011 season, many believed it's not due to talent/performance, but more so to motivate him to come into camp in shape.

Impression: Improved his pad level, balance and hand usage as a senior and looks like one of the better senior DT prospects. Looks like an intriguing rotational guy with some long term upside.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=33309

John Hughes, Cincinnati 6-3 300
Hughes is an extra blocker at the tight end position. He has good size to be an in-line blocker and displays the ability to mix it up and get the job done inside. His biggest thing right now is consistency not in effort but in technique
http://insider.espn.go.com/college-...player/evaluation?id=34835&_slug_=john-hughes

Malik Jackson, Tennessee 6-5 270
A tall, athletically built defensive lineman who possesses a long wingspan and some real violence to his game when asked to use his hands to shed blocks. Coils up decently into his stance, but has a lot of leg and struggles to keep his base down and head up at times. Gets inconsistent with his pad level off the ball as a pass rusher because of it. When trying to shoot gaps at times does a nice job staying low and extending his arms into contact in order to create a jolt. However, for the most part his pad level comes up, head stays down and doesn't use his long arms to protect himself. Can be jacked on contact and doesn't create a push as a defensive tackle. Displays some natural athletic ability when asked to loop/stunt inside. However, hasn't put it together with his pass rush arsenal yet. Is more of a linear guy only at this stage who lacks a counter/change of direction ability. Nevertheless, consistently gets his long arms up in pass lanes and knocks a lot of throws down.

Displays impressive athletic ability though and when he does get his hands up off the line he can consistently keep himself clean and works like a bear in pursuit. Showcases great range off his frame for the position and demonstrates a good motor to go along with it. Exhibits a natural anchor as well for his size when asked to play the piano down the line. Is coordinated/powerful initially on his punch, can control blocks and work his way in pursuit. However, gets overextended and upright causing him to struggle with balance when asked to breakdown and make a play on the ball. Also, sees time at DE and looks much more coordinated when asked to get into contact, extend his arms and use his violent hands to shed. Lacks the anchor to hold up consistently inside vs. the downhill run game at the next level, as he can be easily sealed on contact. Needs to penetrate and win with his first step in order to be effective vs. the inside run. Holds up very well on the outside though, setting the edge, playing off blocks and working toward the football.

Impression: A great looking athlete. Has some real work to do from a technique standpoint and is playing out of position at Tennessee. However, has a lot of upside as a DE both in a 43 and 34 front in the NFL and looks like a really intriguing developmental defensive lineman at this stage with a good bit up upside long term.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=32491

Markus Kuhn, North Carolina State 6-4 303
[SIZE=-2] KEEP AN EYE ON: DT Markus Kuhn - He's capable of being disruptive in the middle of the defense in his final season. He recorded a sack against South Alabama and his role could be heightened along a defensive line that's generally banged up.[/SIZE]
http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=70549&draftyear=2012&genpos=DT

Mike Martin, Michigan 6-2 304
A short, stout nose tackle prospect with a wrestling background. Is a naturally strong kid who displays good initial quickness off the snap, but doesn't generate a ton of snap into contact. Doesn't do a great job keeping his butt down into his stance and seems to really roll his hips into contact taking away from his power at the point. However, possesses a real passion for the game, displays a nose for the football and works endlessly in pursuit. Showcases good natural quickness when trying to avoid blocks in the run game as he cleanly side steps defenders in tight areas, extends his arms well and uses his strong/quick hands in order to keep himself clean. Possesses a solid initial burst in pursuit and can make plays off his frame in the run game and tackle well on the move. Displays slightly above average anchor strength for the position, but did get a lot stronger from a year ago and I expect him to do the same this year. Isn't real long armed, struggles with leverage at times initially off the snap and can be sealed from the football once a blocker gets their hands on him. However, he's a tough guy to really move off the line and always seems to locate the football and put himself around the action.

Displays some initial burst off the snap as a pass rusher. Isn't dynamic getting after the quarterback, but does have the burst to at least threaten gaps inside. Does a nice job once he gains a step keeping his pad level down and working through contact. Also, does exhibit good hand quickness keeping himself clean with some lateral agility in high areas to work his arm over. Is tighter in the hips and will fail to breakdown at times, but the guy gives you everything he has chasing from the backside and consistently is around the action.

Impression:
The kind of prospect you don't want to bet against. Is limited and doesn't have the kind of frame to get all that bigger, but I can see him working his way into a rotation as a 43 nose in the NFL and being the kind of guy coaches love.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=9201

Vaughn Meatoga, Hawaii 6-2 295
Meatoga possesses a shorter, thickly built frame with natural girth through his upper body. He displays decent bend sitting into his stance and possesses a "plus" first step off the football. He gets into contact quickly, can keep his lap level down when working the bull rush and he can create a push inside. He looks violent with his hands when trying to disengage, but displays only average awareness and will take himself out of some plays. However, when he stays low, he can create penetration inside. He's a bit "straight-line-ish" as a rusher, though. When trying to disengage he will get upright, gives up leverage and is easy to stick to. He needs to win with his first step and keep himself clean from contact. He showcases a savvy little arm over off the snap when he can slip, but routinely pops upright and can be pushed past the football.

Meatoga has at best average anchor strength inside vs. the run game. He showcases solid awareness and will use his hands to fight off blocks and keep his pad level down. However, he can be overwhelmed/washed out of plays at times inside one-on-one and is easily pushed around by any type of double. He isn't overly long at the point to gain leverage, but can sit low when he comes off the football inline. He has good coordination on the move when asked to defend slide down blocks and showcases plus range and motor off his frame.

Impression: He displays some get off burst, short area quickness and hand violence, but isn't a dynamic pass rusher and will have a tough time vs. the run early. He needs to get a bit stronger, but is worth a late round look.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=39042

Tydreke Powell, North Carolina 6-5 310
A thickly built tackle prospect with natural girth through the mid-section and lower half. He carries his weight well, exhibits natural bend when asked to coil up into his stance, he can keep his base under him and looks explosive when ready to fire off the ball. However, he gets upright into contact, uncoiling at the waist, will get straight-legged and loses all of his power and burst into contact. Is a naturally strong kid for his size, but fails to gain leverage, allowing blockers to routinely get under his frame and he doesn't anchor nearly as well as his frame would indicate. To his credit, he's still a tough guy to move off the ball and stay engaged with as he fights his way off blocks down the field and exhibits "plus" range when closing on the ball. However, he simply doesn't play with leverage inside and too often gets overextended off the snap, lunging upright into his block and loses balance/power at the point.

Isn't a real natural pass rusher as well. He doesn't explode off the football, as his initial movement is upright and is slow to get into blocks, but he stands upright as a pass rusher and is easy to get under and anchor against inside. Does possess some natural power and when he builds momentum into contact, he does have the natural strength through his upper body to knock opposing blocks off balance that are upright. For the most part, he exhibits poor hand placement as he gets too low and just doesn't have the base/balance to overwhelm/slip blocks. Isn't real sudden laterally either and he is a better athlete than he looks as a pass rusher, as you can see when watching him in pursuit. He just doesn't play enough to exhibit his natural skill set.

Impression: A naturally talented kid, just plays too high and doesn't play up to his skill set. Is worth a flyer in camp as a late round/free agent type upside prospect, but needs to learn to play lower.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=35474

Kheeston Randle Texas 6-5 295
A tall, long armed prospect who displays impressive bend and flexibility sitting into his stance. Lines up all over the Texas D-line, but mostly at the nose and displays the initial get off burst to routinely threaten gaps inside. Does a nice job keeping his base under him, pad level down off the snap and displays the lateral quickness to cross the face of lineman and work his way through contact. Looks natural dropping his shoulder when trying to fight his way up field and possesses the lower body strength to surge through contact. Demonstrates good range in pursuit, looks a bit tight when asked to breakdown, but has the length to routinely wrap up. Can take on blocks and anchor in the run game. Awareness at times runs hot/cold, will be late off the ball at times and struggles to consistently find the football inside. Possesses a naturally strong frame and can hold his own even vs. the double when trying to anchor initially. However, will get upright through the point and overwhelmed at times. Has a long set of arms and strong hands and exhibits the natural power to simply toss blockers aside when trying to shed. Fails to shoot his hands quickly off the snap and routinely gets his hands outside the frame of defenders. Is still learning to shed through contact. However, is so long, powerful and athletic that he can maintain balance and just fight his way through the block down the line in pursuit.

Is an athletic guy vs. the pass game who can threaten gaps inside and cross the face of defenders. But isn't a natural pass rusher at this stage. Doesn't have any kind of an arsenal in order to shed/keep himself clean. Is a linear rusher only who needs to win with his first step in order to be successful knifing his way into the backfield. Has the skill set to develop, but has a long ways to go working his hands and feet in sync in order to win inside vs. the pass.

Impression: Can bend for his size, but isn't a natrual pass rusher and struggles to disengage. Best chance to start looks as a 34 DE. Reserve at best inside.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=38316

Kendall Reyes Connecticut 6-4 295
A physically put together, long armed, athletic tackle with good girth through his lower half who looks stronger than his frame would indicate. Exhibits the ability to coil up into his stance, keep his base down off the ball and exhibits an explosive first step. Routinely gets off the ball on time and into the chest plate of blockers quickly, exhibiting the natural power to hold the point inside when run at. He extends his arms well and, despite not being the most violent of defenders when asked to shed, has some coordination to get off blocks and the range to make plays off his frame. I would like to see him be a little more balanced routinely as a run defender as he will lower his head into contact and allow his lower half to get upright on the play at times allowing himself to be sealed off the snap. Plus, at times, he doesn't find the football consistently inside. However, he exhibits the first-step quickness and arm-over to threaten gaps off the ball, knife his way into the backfield and stop plays before they start. Breaks down well for a big guy and wraps solidly inside.

Needs to win with his first step as a pass rusher at this stage. Exhibits the burst to threaten gaps and/or cross the face of a blocker and make his way into the backfield. Is a gifted athlete who can stunt inside and exhibits good closing range in space. However, he doesn't have a ton of suddenness when trying to slide blocks through contact or disengage. Gets upright into contact, isn't overly violent with his arms and is more active trying to change angles with his legs and then close on the football. Isn't the most natural of pass rushers at this stage and is still developing in that area. He has the skill set, just not the know how. Nevertheless, he gets his hands up routinely inside and knocks a lot of footballs down at the line.

Impression: Displays some natural talent, but needs to learn to play lower through contact as he gets tied up too often because of it. Will go higher than he should because of a weak DT class, but should be able to fight his way into an NFL rotation.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=36368

Travian Robertson South Carolina 6-4 303
Possesses good overall girth through his lower half for a defensive tackle with his height. Is thickly put together, has some natural lower body strength and sits well into his stance. For the most part does a nice job keeping his base down off the snap and exhibits some anchor strength inside. Is tough to drive off the football down the field, however, needs to do a better job recognizing the play inside. Can take himself out of plays and easily get sealed at times vs. any type of additional attention. When he locates the football displays good length and strong hands when asked to disengage, but isn't a real sudden athlete. Doesn't exhibit a real explosive element to his game when asked to shed and the further the ball is off his frame the less likely he can make a play. At times gets upright off the snap and will be overwhelmed on contact, but for the most part can anchor either playing the nose or three technique. Works hard in pursuit and does a decent job playing off blocks down the line, but his closing speed is average at best.

Isn't a natural pass rusher at this stage. Gets upright off the football, not real explosive off the snap and isn't a consistent force as a bull rush guy. Lacks the athleticism to threaten gaps off the snap or laterally shed blocks and has a tough time disengaging once a lineman gets his hands on him.

Impression: A tweener three technique/nose who is at his best vs. the run, but doesn't have the kind of natural size/power to be dominant in that area. Has some upside and needs to add more weight in order to hold up as a nose consistently in the NFL. But is limited as a pass rusher and looks like a free agent to me.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=35173

Billy Winn Boise State 6-4 295
A gifted athlete for his size, Winn possesses a thick looking lower half, natural base strength and a compact upper body. He does a nice job extending his arms into contact off the snap and maximizes his length, allowing him to play longer than he really is. He exhibits an explosive first step off the snap, is a natural bender who coils up well and keeps his base/pad level down into contact. He delivers a strong initial jolt into contact and when he extends his arms, he can disengage and make plays off his frame. However, vs. bigger, more explosive lineman he can initially be overwhelmed vs. an in-line run game. He is a good enough athlete to slip through contact and get himself back into the play, but will have some trouble trying to fight off blocks inside vs. NFL caliber blockers. Winn is at his best threatening gaps inside off the snap and trying to make his way into the backfield. He plays low, runs his legs through contact and uses a strong club in order to fight his way through contact. He exhibits the first step to cross the face of defenders, and for the most part stays low and works his way through contact.

He isn't a dynamic pass rusher at this stage, but again his explosive first step and ability to keep his pad level down gives him the ability to routinely threaten gaps inside. In space, Winn will use the club to shed and has the initial burst to slip and close on the football. However, he is a bit of a linear pass rusher inside who doesn't have the kind of lateral quickness to make blockers miss. He likes to fire off the ball low, pressure gaps and use his pad level to slip under contact and accelerate. He is a solid tackler who breaks down well in the backfield for the most part and displays solid instincts when trying to find the football.

Impression: Winn is a bit of a tweener who will get looks as a 43 DE, a 34 DE and a 43 one gapping DT. I think he's best suited to play 34 DE as he has the power to anchor on the edge and offers some pass rush ability as well. Either way, the guy looks like a starting caliber defensive lineman in any number of schemes.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=37580

Derek Wolfe Cincinnati 6-5 300
Derek Wolfe was always a solid player but has turned in an elite Senior Season which has turned him into a late Day 2, early day three Prospect. While he can play in both a 4-3 and 3-4, Wolfe would be much more productive in a 3-4 scheme. Wolfe has a great motor and uses his hands very well. He is more of a pass rusher than run stuffer but can hold his own against the run. Wolfe needs to get functionally stronger to hold at the base of the attack because he’s not going to be a pass rusher in a 34. Teams needing more pressure from their 3-4 lineman would be wise to use a 2[SUP]nd[/SUP] round pick on him. Teams such as the Jets, Bills, Patriots, Chiefs, Chargers, Cowboys, Packers, and 49ers.http://nflmocks.com/2011/12/17/2012-scouting-report-derek-wolfe-dl-cincinnati/

Akiem Hicks Regina 6-4 324
At 6-feet-4 and 324 pounds with an 84" wingspan, Hicks made an enormous impression on scouts this week. He is unpolished and needs a lot of technique work, but he flashed his raw potential with good quickness and overall range. Hicks is a bit stiff and plays upright, but scouts aren't interested in the prospect he is now, but rather the player he could be down the road after a year or two with NFL coaching -- will be a late-round developmental defender.
Akiem Hicks from the University of Regina, has a fairly good chance to play in the NFL. Hicks is the most talented Canadian college player I have seen at the East-West Game since Israel Idonije, the Chicago Bears defensive end who played in the game in the early 2000’s. Who is Akiem Hicks? First off, he is not a Canadian citizen; he is from Elk Grove, California, and attended Sacramento City College and spent a few days at LSU before ending up at the University of Regina. While at Sacramento City College, Hicks was a highly recruited defensive lineman. Rivals.com rated him as a 4-star player coming out of junior college and he was offered by the likes of Tennessee, Arizona, Oregon and LSU. He signed with LSU but got caught up in an NCAA improper benefits scandal and never played there. His next stop was Regina, where he has shown dominating ability.
I was able to get five tapes from the 2011 season as well as watch him in three practices earlier this week. After viewing the practices and tape I can assure you he is a legitimate prospect. He is raw to say the least but he has the natural tools to work with.
Hicks has great natural size, measuring in at 6-4 and 324 with an arm length of 35.5.” He shows good athleticism and flashes a burst. He should probably lose about 10 lbs to increase his speed but I would estimate that he runs in the 4.95-5.00 area right now. He has a solid build and if given a chance to work in an NFL offseason conditioning program it’s no telling how good this player could look.
As far as technique goes, he is very raw. The best coaching he has ever received was probably this week. When watching tape on him, the competition he faced while at Regina was probably equivalent to a mid-level Division II program in the States. He got by purely on natural skills there and still showed dominating ability. He has a tendency to come off the ball high and expose his body and he lacks good hand use, but he is strong and powerful and uses his natural traits to get by. I charted two of the five games I watched and in the first game he had 2 tackles, a sack, 4 quarterback pressures and 3 hits on the quarterback. In the other tape he had 6 total tackles, 2 sacks, 4 pressures and 2 hits on the QB. He is constantly being double and sometimes triple teamed yet he still shows the ability to make plays.
When I saw Idonije, he was very similar. He was tall with very long arms and a frame to get bigger. He had speed and was athletic but was clueless as to how to play the game. Idonije spent a year on the practice squad and then another year as a special teams player before he was ready to contribute as a defensive lineman. It could be much the same with Hicks. A club is going to have to show time and patience and wait for this kid to develop but in the end it could really pay off. Had Hicks been able to play at LSU there is no telling how good he could be. At this stage of his development he may not be a draft choice but at least he is a priority free agent. You have to look at this player as a big block of clay that is still waiting to be molded into a work of art. If done right, in the end you MAY have a masterpiece!
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/A-sleeper-at-the-EastWest-game.html
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/...vel-prospects-who-helped-themselves-this-week

Logan Harrell Fresno St. 6-2 276
The FSU product is a physical player who is great at getting to the quarterback, totaling 10.5 sacks in 2010. The underrated part of his game is his ability to contribute as a run stopper, but there is room for improvement in that area. Although he is big and physical, he lacks the overall size to be a traditional tackle at the next level. However, what he lacks in size he makes up for with his mean streak and motor that doesn’t stop. Look for him to be one of the top tackles in not only the WAC, but the entire country. He will likely have to consider a position switch to defensive end in the NFL, but his size, motor, and physicality will get him drafted and keep him in the league.
http://www.nfldraftbible.com/Latest/nfl-draft-bcs-busters-dl-prospect-watch.html

Ronnie Cameron Old Dominion 6-2 305
Cameron is a quick 6-2, 305-pound interior defender who racked up 6.5 sacks and 11 other tackles for loss this past season. Cameron actually originally played at Hofstra, but transferred when the latter program was disbanded. Cameron needs to get stronger, but has good quickness and lateral range; he also has a nice motor and has racked over 70 tackles in each of the past couple of seasons. In fact, he’s a smart, solid character player who is in the school’s MBA program.
http://www.gbnreport.com/scoutsnotebook.htm

Damon Harrison William Penn 6-2 340
A thick, girth kid with a really wide trunk, broad set of shoulders and massive lower half. Looks full through both the upper and lower half and is a really wide-bodied kid. Can coil up well into his stance, stays low off the football and can generate a good initial snap off the ball into contact. Keeps his pad level down can gain leverage and there is some good initial get off burst into contact. Consistently is able to rock opposing lineman on contact at the point, works his hands inside and overpowers his way into the backfield. Looks a bit short armed and isn't real fluid laterally. Not a guy who is going to stack and shed consistently. However, his low pad level, his strong lower half and ability to quickly get off the ball into contact makes him really difficult to move inside when defending the run.

Is limited off his frame, doesn't run real well, looks a bit top heavy on the move and lacks the range to be effective in space. Isn't a gifted pass rusher either. Has the power to develop as a bull rush guy and push the pocket some. However, his lacking length makes it tough for him to routinely keep himself clean. Nevertheless, the guy has a nose for the football. Showcases good snap awareness, gets off the ball on time and consistently locates the play quickly. Exhibits some coordination in the lower half and a little short area quickness when trying to avoid contact, and with his combination of power and leverage can simply man handle opponents through contact once he gains a step and close on the football. Was extremely productive as a senior leading the team in tackles and tackles for loss.

Impression: The kind of physically put together kid who can develop as a nose in either a 34 o4 43 front. In a weaker senior class at DT I would rather roll the dice on this higher upside kid than most of the average senior later guys at bigger schools.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=100018

Armond Armstead Southern California 6-5 295
Moving from defensive end to tackle as a senior, Armstead has the strength and athleticism to become a more disruptive force than he has been to this point in his career.
Armond Armstead was once upon a time the apple of every recruiter’s eye, ranking as a Top 50 player in the class of 2008. Upon enrolling at USC, he played immediately, and by the time he began his sophomore year was a starter. Injuries have limited him since, including one which sidelined him for the entire 2011 season. Where the problem comes in though, is what exactly that injury was and is. No one will say for certain, other than to clarify that it’s not life-threatening. But while USC believed the injury to be serious enough for Armond to miss the season, the defensive lineman disagreed vehemently and, decided to transfer out.

[video=youtube;sHjx5M10Pl4]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sHjx5M10Pl4[/video]
http://network.yardbarker.com/colle...ing_season_meet_the_armstead_brothers/9536585
 
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Defensive Ends:
1. Andre Branch Clemson 6-5 260
2. Quinton Coples North Carolina 6-6 285
3. Vinny Curry Marshall 6-4 263
4. Melvin Ingram South Carolina 6-2 276
5. Cam Johnson Virginia 6-4 270
6. Jake Bequette Arkansas 6-5 271
7. Jared Crick Nebraska 6-6 285
8. Whitney Mercilus Illinois 6-4 264
9. Chandler Jones Syracuse 6-5 265

10. Donte Paige-Moss North Carolina 6-4 260
11. Oliver Vernon Miami 6-3 265
12. Nick Perry USC 6-3 250
13. Max Holloway Boston college 6-2 253
14. Frank Alexander Oklahoma 6-4 255
15. Jack Crawford Penn State 6-5 273
16. Tyrone Crawford Boise State 6-4 276
17. Trevor Guyton California 6-3 280
18. Brandon Lindsey Pittsburgh 6-2 250
19. Shea McClellin Boise State 6-3 258
20. Derrick Shelby Utah 6-2 262
21. Jacquies Smith Missouri 6-4 255
22. Scott Solomon Rice 6-3 270
23. Deangelo Tyson Georgia 6-2 306
24. Brett Roy Nevada 6-4 280
25. Taylor Thompson Southern Methodist 6-6 287
26. James Brooks North Alabama 6-5 279
27. James Fugger Vanderbilt 6-3.5 248
28. Ryan Davis Bethune-Cookman 6-2 260



1. Andre Branch Clemson 6-5 260
Branch has great size at 6'5'' and 260 pounds, although he does have room to add some bulk to that frame. He runs in the 4.7 range of the 40-yard dash and has been clocked as fast as 4.65 from that distance. He has the agility to be a rush linebacker in a 3-4 defense at the next level and the size to be an end in a 4-3 scheme. He can get his hands up and knock down balls at the line or drop back and break up passes. Branch had the physical tools to go pro after last year, but a made a smart decision to return to the Tigers. He should continue to improve his pass-rushing moves, aggressiveness, and first step off the ball. As it stands, Branch should be no worse than a third-round pick in the 2012 draft.
http://www.fftoolbox.com/nfl_draft/profile_display.cfm?prospect_id=2770

2. Quinton Coples North Carolina 6-6 285

With outstanding size at 6'6'' and 285 pounds, Coples projects to be a star end in a 4-3 scheme at the next level. He has speed in the 4.7 range in the 40-yard dash and has been clocked as fast as 4.67 from that distance. Even though he is a versatile defender who can play both end and tackle, Coples needs to improve against the run. Coples would also do well to develop a signature move that he can use to get past offensive tackles since he does not have the speed to consistently blow by them (although simply overpowering them is an option). With a strong performance at the combine, Coples can cement himself as the top end in the 2012 draft and he could even be a Top 5 selection.
http://www.fftoolbox.com/nfl_draft/p...ospect_id=2907

3. Vinny Curry Marshall 6-4 263
Curry is an athletic edge rusher with good intangibles, experience, and production. He is a team captain and a 3 year starter who can play the 4-3 DE position or the 3-4 OLB position. He also demonstrates a nose for the football last year as he finished 2nd on his team in tackles .
http://www.footballdraftnotebook.com/MockDraft2012.html

4. Melvin Ingram South Carolina 6-2 276
Ingram has decent size at 6'2'' and 276 pounds, but where he excels is the athleticism department. As shown by several incredible plays in 2011, the Hamlet, NC native is a top-notch athlete. He generally runs around a 4.80 in the 40-yard dash, but has been clocked as fast as 4.72 from that distance. His speed, though, is deceptive and offensive linemen probably think he can run a lot faster than his 40 times. Ingram has a quick first step and a great nose for the football, but he must improve his tackling and could add some bulk as he heads to the next level. While he looks like a third-round selection right now, Ingram could play his way into the second.
http://www.fftoolbox.com/nfl_draft/p...ospect_id=3008

5. Cam Johnson Virginia 6-4 270

Johnson, a Washington, D.C. native, has great size at 6'4'' and 270 pounds. He is a slightly better fit a defensive end, where he currently lines up, because his best asset is size as opposed to speed. Johnson generally runs in the 4.7s in the 40-yard dash and he has been clocked at 4.67 from that distance. He can overpower lesser offensive tackles but will have to develop a go-to move or two as he heads to the next level. Johnson would also do well to improve his run defense skills. With a strong finish to the season and a decent combine, Johnson could be a second-round pick in the 2012 NFL Draft.
http://www.fftoolbox.com/nfl_draft/p...ospect_id=2940

Jake Bequette Arkansas 6-5 271
Arkansas is having an outstanding season and the Razorbacks are in the thick of the national title hunt. A high-powered offense gets most of the attention in Fayetteville, but the Razorbacks have some talent on defense as well. One of the standouts is Jake Bequette. Checking in at 6-5 and 271 pounds with sub-4.6 speed, Bequette is a very impressive physical specimen and could project to either defensive end or outside linebacker depending on the scheme. After being limited earlier this season by a hamstring injury, Bequette has done a nice job of making up for lost time. Over the past three games Bequette has been a force against both the pass and run, notching six sacks while also forcing two fumbles. Bequette has even dropped back into coverage at times and shown some promise in that aspect of the game. Bequette will likely get pushed down draft boards a bit due to the uncertainty about his position, short arms and finesse style but may prove to be an intriguing option for teams in need of a pass rusher in the mid to late rounds. Think of Bequette as a poor-man's Ryan Kerrigan.
http://www.draftcountdown.com/featur...t/Hot-List.php

Jared Crick Nebraska 6-6 285
Tall, leaner defensive tackle with a long set of arms, but lacks ideal girth in the lower half. Is instinctive, gets off the snap count on time and does a nice job finding the football vs. the run game. However, at 6-6 struggles with his pad level. Displays decent bend for his size when asked to coil up into his stance. However, his initial movement off the line is upright and exposes a lot of his frame into contact. Fails to consistently gain leverage at the point and can be overwhelmed/washed out when run at. When trying to anchor at times will lunge into opponents off the snap, try to anchor his feet into the ground and gets straight legged, failing to disengage quickly and ends up on the ground too often. Uses his long arms well and displays some shiftiness for his size to slip off the snap and/or down the field. Works hard to play the piano down the line and has a motor that runs non-stop. However, struggles to consistently fend off blocks when a defender gets his hands on him. Looks better suited to play as a base DE or 5-technique in a 34 at the next level where he can set the edge and use his length to play off blocks.
Is a hard-working pass rusher who again struggles with his pad level off the ball. Exhibits some intriguing short area/lateral quickness for his size and uses his length well to keep himself clean. Doesn't exhibit a real impressive pass rushing arsenal and fails to consistently win as a bull rusher. However, possesses a good first step off the snap and does a great job keeping opponents from getting their hands on him. Consistently is able to knock opponents' punch away and has some savvy pulling the rug out from blockers and using his quickness to get up the field. Gets upright though when closing on the ball and will struggle to break down because of his pad level. Nevertheless, creates pressure because he can keep himself clean and works until the whistle.
Impression: Isn't a guy who can hold up vs. the run inside in the NFL and isn't a dynamic pass rusher either. However, as a five-technique DE I can see him finding a home with some versatility on 3rd down.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/...ml&position=de

Whitney Mercilus Illinois 6-4 264

"Whitney Mercilus out of Illinois is one of the top defensive end prospects in the 2012 NFL Draft. So far in 2011, he's piling up awards recognition nearly as fast as sacks and tackles for loss. He currently leads the nation in sacks (13.5), sacks per game (1.23) and forced fumbles (8). Mercilus is also a Bronko Nagurski Trophy finalist, an award given to the nation's best defensive player.

What Mercilus lacks in athleticism he makes up for in consistent effort. He really often sells out on pass-rushing and abandon his gap assignment to rush the passer. He can play both defensive end positions and does well to change up his style whether it be a bull rush or going inside/outside.

Should only be considered a 4-3 defensive end. Although he has the size to play 3-4 OLB, he doesn't have the fluid hips or the footwork necessary yet to play in coverage. At the next level, he'll need to learn how to be more explosive off the line and stay in his lane since teams often run right at where he is supposed to be."
http://www.fanaticalfootballfiend.co...g-reports.html


Chandler Jones Syracuse 6-5 265
Jones earned first-team all-conference honors after finishing with 38 tackles, 4.5 sacks, two forced fumbles and an interception.
There are several factors that should benefit Jones in the draft process. The 6-foot-5, 265-pound Jones has rare length for the position and great straight-forward speed. Based on his family members — one brother, Arthur Jones is a Baltimore Ravens defensive tackle for the Baltimore Ravens, and the other, Jon Jones, is a UFC champion — it's easy to guess that Jones will test out extremely well.
Paige-Moss should get drafted, but he's going to have to wait a long time to hear his name called. He has virtually no junior tape after registering just two sacks this season and likely won't be able to workout following knee surgery. He has to rely on a breakout sophomore season where he had 77 tackles and 7 sacks and the constant need for pass rush help in the NFL to get him draft. It wouldn't be a surprise, though, if several NFL teams kept him completely off their draft boards.
Jones flashed dominance at times in 2011, most notably against Pittsburgh earlier this month. In that game, he finished with 4 tackles, 2 tackles for loss an interception and a forced fumble. But he was routinely the first player off the line of scrimmage and getting into the backfield.

Tony Pauline of SI.com/NFL Draft Insider noted earlier today that Jones received a third-round grade from the NFL Draft advisory board. Based on how many defensive ends get drafted, Jones could work his way into the end of the second round with good workouts. Judging by how he plays, Jones could test out like Jason Pierre-Paul did in 2010 and skyrocket up draft boards.


Donte Paige-Moss North Carolina 6-4 260
http://www.mockingthedraft.com/2012/1/2/2677371/donte-paige-moss-2012-nfl-draft

Oliver Vernon Miami 6-3 265

"What I like…

- Possesses a strong, compact frame with a long set of arms and natural power through both his upper and lower half.
- Exhibits the ability to sit into his stance and keep his base down initially in the run game.
- Extends his arms well vs. the run and when he keeps his pad level down can hold the point of attack and be a tough guy to move on contact.
- Showcases the first step to threaten gaps inside as well, gain a step and fight his way into the backfield through the C gap.
- Uses his long arms and violent hands to shed when engaged vs. the run game. Exhibits some natural coordination and can be tough to stick to through contact.
- Possesses the size, power, length and hand quickness to mature into a "plus" run defender in the NFL.
- Exhibits an above-average get off burst for his size vs. the pass game.
- Showcases some savvy to his game setting up his outside rush by using a subtle inside shimmy and accelerating toward the edge.
- Uses his length well to keep himself clean initially, will work a club/chop in order to stay clean toward the corner.
- Demonstrates some natural power through contact. Keeps his motor running and uses his upper body strength to fend off blocks and close on the play.
- Does flash some natural change of directions skills when asked to stunt back inside as a pass rusher.
- Is capable of fighting his way underneath tackles on his bull rush. Uses his length well to gain proper hand placement and work the inside shoulder of opposing tackles off the snap.

What I don't like…
- Has never been a real productive pass rusher, finishing with a career high 6.5 sacks in 2010.
- Missed the first six games of the season in 2011 due to his potential involvement in accepting money from boosters. Character is a concern.
- Struggles with pad level in all areas of the game.
- Has a tendency to pop upright into contact when rushing the passer, which takes away from his power at the point and ability to gain leverage with his lower half.
- Exposes too much of his frame as a pass rusher and once a blocker can get their hands on him, he has a tough time maintaining balance and disengaging.
- His pad level also takes away from his burst around the edge and overall body control when trying to change directions as a pass rusher.
- Exhibits a limited pass rushing arsenal at this stage and despite his length, doesn't know how to use his hands/change of direction skills to keep tackles off balance.
- Gets wild armed into contact and waste a lot of motion when trying to keep himself clean on his chop.
- Has a tendency to pop upright through contact in the run game as well and can be overwhelmed through the play.
- Loses balance the longer he's asked to stay engaged and can too often he ridden past the play and/or to the ground.
- Doesn't have a real natural feel for the game. Struggles to consistently find the football.
- His upright pad level makes it tough for him to consistently break down and wrap on ball carriers in all areas of the game.
- Plays hard in spurts, but seemed in and out emotionally during the 2011 season.

Impression: Had the makings of becoming a draftable prospect as a sophomore. However, wasted a year in 2011 and now despite having some natural talent, he's still raw and looks more like a talented free agent with limited production."
Vernon, a Miamian who graduated from American High, was suspended by the NCAA for six games this season for accepting impermissible benefits from former UM booster Nevin Shapiro. He played in six games and had 18 tackles, 1.5 sacks, a forced fumble and fumble recovery. In 2010 he had 39 tackles, six sacks and 10.5 tackles-for-loss.

Read more here: http://miamiherald.typepad.com/umia...-season-to-enter-nfl-draft.html#storylink=cpy
http://www.fanaticalfootballfiend.com/3/post/2011/6/olivier-vernon-scouting-reports.html

Nick Perry USC 6-3 250
USC Trojans defensive end Nick Perry has the potential to play either a 4-3 DE or 3-4 OLB at the next level due to his quickness off the edge and above-average athleticism. Perry hasn't quite lived up to his own high standards. A sub-par sophomore season hurt his draft stock but he might have been playing through injury. After a really nice junior campaign, he should be regarded as one of the better defensive end prospects in this draft class due to a strong junior season in which he has 9.5 sacks and 55 total tackles.
On the edge, he explodes off the line, shows good snap count awareness and can find the edge to apply pressure on quarterbacks. He has a nice array of pass-rushing moves and has quick enough feet to change directions inside with a nice swim move. Perry really improved his motor this season and there are many who feel he could transition seamlessly to a 3-4 OLB role. That might take more time, but it's certainly possible.
He does well to seal the edge and stay within his assignment. Perry is strong, but could afford to add more bulk. He shows nice patience and doesn't get overly aggressive in pursuit. The next big leap he needs to make is using his hands to his advantage. Perry will sometimes get eaten up by blockers and struggle to get loose. If his quickness doesn't win the battle at the point of attack, he needs to fight through it and battle because he can tend to get ineffective.
Perry projects as a late first to early second round selection in the 2012 NFL Draft.
http://www.fftoolbox.com/nfl_draft/profile_display.cfm?prospect_id=3074

Max Holloway Boston college 6-2 253
Holloway, who will join teammate and early-entry linebacker Luke Kuechly in the April draft, finished fourth on the 2011 team in tackles with 47, along with eight tackles for loss and 2.5 sacks. The former number was second on the team, the latter led the Eagles.
http://collegefootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/01/13/de-holloway-opts-for-nfl-over-another-year-at-bc/

Frank Alexander Oklahoma 6-4 255
A tall, long limbed defender with a thinner lower half and a massive set of feet. Doesn't look natural when trying to coil up into his stance. Has a tough time keeping his butt down and sits high. Gets upright consistently off the football in the pass game, doesn't eat up any space initially and lacks the burst to threaten the edge. Isn't a real explosive athlete, doesn't have the speed to threaten the edge or the flexibility to flatten out. Did a better job as a senior playing lower into contact. Does a good job extending his arms and using his length to eventually work himself free as well. Looks more balanced/sudden when looking to disengage as a power player and creates most of his pressure disengaging from contact. Has a good motor and works through the whistle, creates most of his pressures because of his motor and length, but isn't by any stretch a consistent pass rusher.

Isn't a consistent anchor player vs. the run game either. Again gets high off the ball, exposes his pad level and can't sit into his stance. Isn't effective on the move vs. slide down blocks, lacks the athleticism to beat an offensive tackle to a spot, gets upright and can easily be sealed from the football. Works pretty hard in pursuit from the backside, but is upright and looks stiff when closing. Isn't going to make plays off his frame routinely in the NFL.

Impression: Isn't a great athlete, but is improving his pad level and uses his length to fend off blocks. Should at least give himself a chance of working his way into a rotation because of his size.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=33033

Jack Crawford Penn State 6-5 273
Was born in London and didn't start playing football until his junior year in high school. Possesses a good looking frame, but isn't the most explosive of athletes, struggles with his flexibility when asked to sit into his stance and isn't a guy who can routinely threaten the edge. Doesn't possess a real sophisticated pass-rushing arsenal as he consistently tries to reach the corner, working his club move to the outside. But even if he gains a step, he struggles to drop his shoulder and fails to really bend around the corner. Is routinely pushed past the pocket and doesn't have the type of fluidity/short area quickness to work any kind of sudden change of direction move. Doesn't play with consistent leverage either and despite his natural power at this stage isn't a real effective bull rusher because of pad level.

Is inconsistent vs. the run game as well. Has the ability to gain leverage on contact vs. the run at times and uses his natural power to set the edge and get a push into the backfield. However, gets upright when looking to disengage and can be sealed from the play. Is still learning how to use his hands. Possesses long arms and at times can be violent/sudden on contact. However, too often his high pad level takes away from his balance, which minimizes his ability to be sudden/powerful when trying to shed. Looks to lumber in space. Isn't overly instinctive when asked to close and despite his above-average work rate doesn't make a ton of plays in pursuit.

Impression: A big, strong defensive end prospect who still has some upside to his game. But won't be able to take that next step until he learns to play with a more consistent pad level. A size prospect worth developing long term.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=37387

Tyrone Crawford Boise State 6-4 276
He possesses good size for the position with a naturally longer set of arms. He also coils up into his stance well, comes off the ball low and does a nice job extending his hands into contact as a run defender. He showcases violent hands and a strong base when asked to shed. He also has the ability to stack and shed on the edge, hold the point of attack and work his way toward the football. Crawford will get a bit upright at times when asked to defeat slide down blocks away from his frame, but for the most part he keeps his legs under him, can shed and exhibits good range when asked to close for this size.

He is still a developing pass rusher. Again, he coils up into his stance well and for his size he has an above-average first step. However, he is a linear rusher who doesn't quite possess the closing speed to threaten the edge consistently and he struggles to drop his pad level around the corner. He does a nice job at times extending his arms, creating a bit of a pop, but isn't the type of laterally gifted athlete to quickly shed and explode up the field. Crawford too often gets tied up through contact and needs to develop more confidence in his pass-rushing repertoire. He comes off the ball low, but doesn't exhibit much change of direction to his game off his speed rush. However, he does have the ability to change directions, as he looks natural on T/E stunts coming inside, extending his arms, being violent and working through the play. He's a former JUCO player who is still developing at the position and might need a little more time than most.

Impression: I like his skill set. I think he's going to get better as the year goes on and he has the ability to be a solid three down lineman with some time. He isn't there yet, but as a prospect Crawford has some real upside and the blue collar pass rushing mentality that I like.[video=youtube;Qi5CBuRZrWk]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qi5CBuRZrWk[/video]
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=48268

Trevor Guyton California 6-3 280
A strong, physically put together defensive lineman who has experience both at the nose and the five-technique in Cal's 34 front. Possesses an explosive element to his game vs. the run game. When lined-up inside exhibits a plus first step and when he keeps his base down and back straight he not only can anchor inside, but has the lower body strength to overwhelm on contact. Possesses strong arms as well, works his legs through contact and can clog up run lanes inside. Is still learning how to use his hands consistently to shed inside, as he gets a bit upright and loses balance when trying to disengage. Also, needs to do a better job finding the football. Puts himself around the action routinely to make impact caliber plays vs. the run, but struggles to routinely find the football. However, started only the final four games of the year and awareness should improve with experience.

Will line up outside in pass rushing situations, needs to do a better job playing with a flatter back off the line as he buckles over at the waist and his initial movement is often upright. However, can be violent with his hands when trying to rush the passer, plays with a mean streak and has a good motor in pursuit. Isn't an overly sudden lateral athlete, but is balanced when looking to change directions and keeps his feet under him. Stays active with his hands and can keep himself clean inside when trying to work toward the QB. When he fires off the ball low he routinely creates a good initial bull rush inside vs. the pass.

Displays only average closing range in pursuit in all areas of the game and is still learning how to shed with his hands and disengage through contact inside.

Impression: A guy who can fill a number of roles on a defense, but he's a naturally powerful kid who can anchor and overwhelm vs. the run game. Needs to improve hands and awareness, but the upside is there for him to move up boards in a big way with a strong senior year
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=40936

Brandon Lindsey Pittsburgh 6-2 250
  • Will move to outside linebacker in NFL.
  • Stepped into the starting lineup for injured Greg Romeus in 2010.
  • Pretty bad against the run.
  • Gets overpowered and simply blocked out of the way when run at most of the time.
  • Quick and a very good athlete.
  • Gets good jumps off the snap, which gives him an upper hand against offensive linemen.
  • Has the speed and fluid hips to stay with tight ends, maybe some slot receivers in pass coverage.
  • Great motor.
  • Very good in pursuit of ball carrier or QB.
  • There are times when linemen block him by simply overpowering him.
  • His spin move isn’t effective from what I’ve seen. Not many pass rush moves, his speed around the corner gets him to the QB most of the time.
  • Inconsistent in using his hands effectively, but there are flashes of when he uses them well and then he uses his speed to zoom to the QB.
  • No known character concerns.
http://network.yardbarker.com/colle...indsey_olb_pittsburgh_scouting_report/6570484

Shea McClellin Boise State 6-3 258(*probable move to OLB)

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A versatile, explosive athlete with a mighty motor who knows how to reach the quarterback. McClellin possesses a solidly put together frame with a strong upper body which maximizes his length into contact. He plays all over the Boise State defense. He will play with his hand on the ground, can stand up and rush from a two-point stance and will blitz from the inside as well. He exhibits an explosive first step off the ball both with his hand on the ground and standing up. He can also coil up into his stance, stay low initially off the football and threaten the edge with speed. He does a nice job timing up the snap count and is routinely one of the first lineman moving off the ball. McClellin doesn't waste any motion from a two-point stance either when threatening the backfield. His weight is consistently in his front foot and that generates a burst attacking the backfield. He also displays a real know-how of getting to the quarterback and he possesses a solid pass rushing arsenal. He isn't the most flexible of athletes, but will drop his pad level around the corner, sink his hips and turn the corner. He's balanced/fluidity laterally when working a counter off his speed rush. He gets a bit upright, but extends his arms well, is strong in the lower half working through contact and accelerates well through contact. Also, McClellin extends his arms well at the point, can initially create a pop to gain space and possesses a solid initial burst once he gains a step. He's clever when asked to stunt, disguises his intentions well and works endlessly toward the quarterback.

He also plays the run well for his size, is patient when taking on blocks, extends his arms well and has a violent set of hands. His combination of body control and hand strength allows him to keep himself clean into contact, fend off the block and work his way in pursuit. He is a solid anchor player who can run as well and will make plays off his frame. He likes to run around blocks more so in space and at times will take himself out of plays. Also, McClellin is often asked to drop off into coverage and is a solid athlete in man. He keeps his feet under him, exhibits some natural balance/fluidity in the hips and can re-direct and close on the football.

Impression:
McClellin is a productive pass rusher with a big motor, good skill set and can get after the QB in a number of ways. Looks like a potential starter at the next level.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=37585

Derrick Shelby Utah 6-2 262
A stocky, thick kid with a long set of arms and a lack of flexibility in his stance. Struggles to really keep his base down, looks tight off the ball and doesn't possess the initial burst to quickly get on top of tackles and threaten the edge. Is a linear athlete who doesn't have the ability to change directions off his speed rush and doesn't gain good enough leverage on contact to be real effective on the bull. Overall, is a limited pass rusher who works hard through blocks on contact, but doesn't extend/use his hands well enough to disengage.

Displays slightly above average natural power vs. the run game. Initially, does a much better job keeping his base down off the snap and extending his arms into contact in order to gain leverage. However, struggles with balance, gets caught with his weight on his toes too often and when asked to play off blocks down the line he ends up on the ground routinely. Can set the edge on the outside, but allows his pad level to rise through contact and can be knocked backward/overwhelmed through contact. Works his hands better vs. the run game in order to disengage and has some slight short area quickness when looking to shed. Works hard and uses his length well to wrap on contact as a tackler, but doesn't showcase a great closing burst off his frame.

Impression: Doesn't offer a dynamic attribute in either the run or pass game and doesn't look like a NFL lineman.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=39051

Jacquies Smith Missouri 6-4 255
Possesses a solidly built athletic looking frame with the growth potential to add even more girth and without losing any athleticism. He isn't a real natural bender though, struggling to coil up low into his stance and letting his butt sit upright. Looks leggy trying to coil up and gets a noticeable arch in his back. He consistently gets upright off the football in both the run and pass game. Possesses a natural burst to his game when trying to shoot gaps inside as a DT, but he isn't nearly as impressive off the ball on the edge. He has the burst to threaten the edge, but plays slowly because of his higher pad level off the ball, exposing his entire frame into contact. He doesn't extend his long arms at all in order to slip blocks. He exhibits some natural short area quickness, but is routinely jolted on his pass rush because of his high pad level. Isn't real physical on contact, and doesn't exhibit much of a bull rush or the ability to anchor vs. the run game. When he wants to be physical, he will routinely lead with his shoulder and fails to disengage from blocks.

Doesn't use his hands well to keep his legs clean when trying to work from the backside and too often ends up on the ground in pursuit. He also doesn't have the natural anchor strength or leverage to set the edge. Consistently allows offensive tackles to get into and under his frame and wash him out of the play or seal him from the action.

Impression:
An intriguing looking DE prospect with some natural athleticism and closing speed, but he struggles out of his stance and does play as dynamic as his athletic skill set says he should. Looks more like an underachieving reserve at this stage
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=38561

Scott Solomon Rice 6-3 270
A thicker, tightly wound defensive lineman with a muscular build and a good looking frame. Possesses solid length for the position, strong hands and knows how to gain leverage on contact. Exhibits solid anchor strength at the point of attack vs. the run game. Has experience lined-up both inside and out. Uses his hands well to gain leverage, is quick/compact with his punch and has the violence/power to slip and work toward the football. Exhibits above-average range in pursuit with a "plus" motor. He is a bit tight when trying to play off slide down blocks however and doesn't display ideal awareness. Has a tough time routinely locating the football and will run himself out of plays working in pursuit.

Showcases a natural get off burst as a pass rusher but looks linear as an athlete. Doesn't have the bend to routinely drop his pad level and flatten out around the corner. However, works hard and can use his motor and closing speed to still fight toward the play once pushed past the play. Is at his best as a power player. Will line-up both inside and out in passing situations and again gets his hands up quickly, gains leverage and exhibits the lower body strength to create a real push on contact. Again, is a little tight, but knows how to control blocks and does display some suddenness when looking to disengage as a pass rusher. Showcases some natural body control and violence with his hands. Once he gains a step, demonstrates solid range in pursuit and his motor keeps working till the whistle.

Has been productive over the course of his career. Is one of the top sack, tackle and tackle for loss guys among the Rice program. However, missed the 2010 season with a right foot injury and will need to be checked out medically.

Impression:
A better overall prospect in my mind than former Rice DL Cheta Ozougwu, who ended up being selected in the 7th round. He's a big kid who has some pass rush ability and the size to play the run. At worst looks like a guy who can come into camp and work his way into an NFL rotation.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=35087

Deangelo Tyson Georgia 6-2 306
Looks a bit more angular than his frame would indicate. Has a longer set of arms and a naturally thick base, but doesn't possess much girth through the mid section. Has experience at the nose in Georgia's 34 front and as a three technique in nickel situations. However, isn't a natural anchor player. Demonstrates a solid first step off the football and can keep his pad level down through contact. But his skill set makes me think he's more of a one-gap guy. Can create some initial leverage, but his hand placement is inconsistent and too often he allows opposing blockers to get under his pad level and uncoil/overwhelm him backward. Routinely can be washed out of the play and handled one-on-one inside. Doesn't fair well at all vs. the double team either. Is an above-average athlete for the nose and will work in pursuit. Uses his length well to fend off blocks down the line, but isn't a space eater inside.

Exhibits the ability to at least threaten gaps inside off the ball vs. the pass. Isn't a natural pass rusher, doesn't exhibit much lateral quickness and fails to use his hands to keep himself clean. More of a linear rusher only. However, when asked to loop inside he does extend his arms well to keep himself clean and eventually can work himself free. Nevertheless, isn't a guy who can consistently win for you inside as a pass rusher.

Displays questionable instincts as well, struggles to routinely find the football and will allow himself to be easily sealed at times.

Impression: Is playing out of position on the Georgia defense in my mind. But either way, doesn't offer enough in any area of the game for me to say he's worth a draft pick at this stage.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=36548

Brett Roy Nevada 6-4 280
An undersized interior lineman who had quite the senior season with over 10 sacks and nearly 20 tackles for loss. However, it's tough to find a position for him at the next level. Possesses good bend when coiled up into his stance, but consistently pops upright off the football. Extends his arms well helping him gain leverage and control blocks, but doesn't routinely keep his base under him. Uses his hands well to disengage and has a know how of how to shed on contact and find the football. Is powerful with his hands and does a nice job finding the football. However, isn't' overly sudden/quick when trying to shed and close on the football. Once he frees himself has good range off his frame, but slowed initially to shed and close. Doesn't have a ton of anchor strength and needs to one-gap off the snap and create penetration before plays start. Is routinely sealed from the action inside when trying to anchor at the point of attack and his skill set makes me think he's better suited to play outside in a 43 where he can anchor and shed on the edge.

Gets upright off the snap in the pass game. Showcases some initial quickness and understands angles. Does a nice job playing off the shoulder of opposing blockers and using his hands to shed and make his way up the field. However, gets upright and despite being able to slip contact at the college level, doesn't have a great burst to accelerate away from his man and will struggle to fight through contact at the next level. When working the bullrush will get upright and then into contact drop his head and extend his arms in order to create a push. Can overwhelm taller/weaker tackles, but can't see him as a consistent threat in the NFL. Isn't real sudden laterally or quick when asked to slip blocks or gain a step one-on-one, more of a linear player who is at his best engaged looking to slip.

A good athlete who is expected to test very well for his size at the Combine.

Impression: Has played all over with his hand on the ground, but might be most effective as a 34 linebacker. Reminds me some of former Miami DL Allen Bailey. He's powerful, uses his hands well to shed and could play either inside or outside linebacker spots in a 34 scheme
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=37560

Taylor Thompson Southern Methodist 6-6 287


Offensive lineman find it very difficult to block a defensive player that is as big or bigger than themselves. Well Thompson is that player. At 6’6” 287 pounds, he is nearly impossible to keep contained. He is a terrific run stopper and can clog up holes in a hurry. However, his large stature doesn’t make him an elite pass rusher. Add to that the fact that he doesn’t possess very good speed and you will have some GM’s and coaches in the NFL pondering a position change. If he does shift inside at the next level, Thompson will need to bulk up or he could be the prototypical five-technique if drafted by a 3-4 team. For now, at least, his physical nature is something to admire at the collegiate level. He has the talent and skills to land himself a shot in the NFL; the question is, what position will he play?

James Brooks North Alabama 6-5 279
A tall, well-built defensive end prospect with a strong, long set of arms, thick base and certainly looks the part. Displays the ability to sit into his stance and play flat-backed off the line, especially in the run game. However, gets his base too upright typically when playing the run and struggles with leverage at times off the ball. Possesses the natural power to routinely anchor at the point of attack. Again, is a bit inconsistent with his pad level, but when he extends his arms off the snap and unleashes his strong punch, he can jar defenders, re-coil and shed. Possesses natural short area quickness as well when asked to close off his frame and uses his length well to wrap. Gets himself into some trouble trying to fire inside too often off the offensive tackle and too often leads with his shoulder. Gets upright, loses balance, doesn't use his hands and can be pushed past/sealed from the play. Needs to do a better job finding the football in the run game.

Is a power rusher at this stage with a limited arsenal. Lacks great awareness and too often is the last lineman moving off the snap. Doesn't sit into his stance well, initial movement is upright and doesn't eat up a ton of ground off the ball. Lacks the initial burst to routinely threaten the edge and doesn't have the kind of flexibility to drop his pad level and turn the corner. Does have some natural bull rush ability if he keeps his pad level down, but isn't real sudden/balanced through contact and plays too linear. Does have some short area quickness on his spin move and you can see the natural athleticism, but doesn't counter well off his power rush at this time. Flashes good disengagement skills at times with his hands, quickly getting his opponents hands off him and closing on the QB. Much like in the run game, loves to try to work the C gap off the snap and fight his way inside. You can see the obvious power, as he can create a push even with his high pad level and no use of the hands. But in order to be more effective, needs to play lower and use his power arms/hands to keep himself clean.

Transferred to North Alabama as a senior due to personal reasons.

Impression: The skill set is there for him to mature into a capable run player in the NFL as a 43 end and a decent power rushing option. Needs to improve pad level and hand usage, but is a nice big body worth using a pick on. Looks more like a rotational DE in the NFL to me.

http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=100008

James Fugger Vanderbilt 6-3.5 248
The star of the show in Music City was defensive end Tim Fugger. Listed at 6' 3 1/2" 248 lbs, Fugger ran his forty under 4.6 seconds. He put up 29 reps on the bench press, and turned heads in the other drills performing as a linebacker and a defensive end.
http://www.turfshowtimes.com/2012/3...ro-day-doug-martin-david-decastro-andrew-luck

Ryan Davis Bethune-Cookman 6-2 260
He had 12 sacks and 10 other tackles for loss last fall while forcing 8 fumbles. Davis lined up as a down DE in college, but projects to OLB in a 3-4 scheme at the next level. Davis is a solidly built guy with pretty good athleticism; indeed, he was recruited as a TE and ran under 4.8 seconds for the 40 at Miami pro day. Davis can be engulfed at the point of attack defending the run, but is a good pass rusher with a nice first step and decent strength to maintain leverage. Plus, he’s another high motor guy who never gives up a play.
http://www.gbnreport.com/scoutsnotebook.htm













 
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LineBackers:
1.
Vontaze Burfict Arizona St. 6-3 250
2.
Dont'a Hightower Alabama 6-4 260
3.
Chris Mavre Vanderbilt 6-2 242
4. Luke Kuechly Boston College 6-3 237
5. Courtney Upshaw Alabama 6-2 265
6. LaVonte David Nebraska 6-1 225

7. Tank Carder Texas Christian 6-2 237
8. Ronnel Lewis Oklahoma 6-2 244
9. Bruce Irvin West Virginia 6-2 235
10. Terrell Manning North Carolina St. 6-2 235
11. Jonathan Massaquoi Troy 6-2 250

12. Bobby Wagner Utah St. 6-1 235
13.
Brandon Lindsey Pittsburgh 6-2 250
14. Alex Hoffman-Ellis Washington State 6-1 232
15. Emmanuel Acho Texas 6-2 245
16. Ryan Baker LSU 6-0 236
17. Nigel Bradham Florida State 6-1 214
18. Zach Brown North Carolina 6-2 230
19. Miles Burris San Diego State 6-3 235
20. Demario Davis Arkansas State 6-3 230
21. Darius Fleming Notre Dame 6-2 255
22. Josh Kaddu Oregon 6-3 235
23. Brandon Marshall Nevada 6-1 245
24. Tyler Nielsen Iowa 6-4 235
25. Keenan Robinson Texas 6-3 239
26. Sean Spence Miami 5-11 224
27. Danny Trevathan Kentucky 6-1 232
28. Audie Cole North Carolina State 6-5 239
29. Najee Goode West Virginia 6-1 241
30. James-Michael Johnson Nevada 6-2 240
31. Mychal Kendricks California 6-0 240
32. Travis Lewis Oklahoma 6-2 227
33. Shawn Loiseau Merrimack
6-2 240
34. Kyle Wilber Wake Forest 6-5 240
35. Delano Johnson Bowie St. 6-4 267
36. Ronnie Thornton Southern Mississippi 6-3 247


Vontaze Burfict Arizona St. 6-3 250*
Has the size, strength, range and athleticism to be an every-down linebacker at the next level. This Arizona State product really excels at tackling and working his way through traffic to find the ball-carrier. At 6'3" and 250, he can take on blockers, disengage, and work up the middle. He has enough speed and lateral quickness to be effective in underneath zone coverage. However, he will need to improve in man-to-man coverage, whether it's tracking a tight end over the middle or spilling into the flats to get after running backs.
NFL coaches will need to work on his technique since he too often falls back on his instincts and athleticism. Whether it be pass coverage, footwork in zones or if he is tackling, he'll need to be mindful he is playing under control. In the past he struggled with keeping a level-head on the field; showing issues keeping emotions in check.
Burfict will be a useful NFL pro and will nicely fit in a defense that needs their inside linebackers to show multiple looks. He can do it all, but will need coaching up to remain disciplined to his assignments.
http://www.fftoolbox.com/nfl_draft/p...ospect_id=2921

Dont'a Hightower Alabama 6-4 260*
Hightower has a great combination of size and speed at 6'4'', 260 pounds. He has been clocked as fast as 4.67 in the 40-yard dash, a number he should be able to improve upon at the combine and enhance his draft stock. When he is at 100 percent, there is no denying that Hightower is a first-round talent. He can play rush linebacker in a 3-4 scheme in the NFL while also having the ability to play inside. Look for him to go off the board in the mid or late first round.
http://www.fftoolbox.com/nfl_draft/p...ospect_id=2761

Chris Mavre Vanderbilt 6-2 242
One of the most experienced players in college football, Marve redshirted when he stepped on campus in 2007 and has been a starter ever since. So far this season (through seven games), Marve leads the team--by far--with 57 tackles (5.5 for loss) to go along with a sack, and interception, and a forced fumble.
Marve is slightly undersized at his position, standing at 6'0'' and 242 pounds (although he did add some muscle in between his junior and senior campaigns). However, he can make up for any deficiencies with speed and he has been clocked as fast as 4.62 in the 40-yard dash. He is fundamentally sound in almost all aspects of the game, but is not exactly a physical specimen nor does he have that "wow" factor. A third-round selection is a good estimation in the 2012 draft depending on how Marve finishes the season and performs at the combine.
http://www.fftoolbox.com/nfl_draft/p...ospect_id=2763

Luke Kuechly Boston College 6-3 237*
Kuechly has good size at 6'3'' and 237 pounds, although he could add some bulk heading into the next level (and there is no reason why he won't go pro; he has done everything he can in college and Boston College is terrible). He generally runs in the 4.7s in the 40-yard dash and has been clocked as fast as 4.68 from that distance. He is not an elite athlete and his relative lack of speed has never allowed him to be a prolific pass-rusher or sack-master. Quite simply, though, Kuechly has an incredible nose for the ball and is one of the most fundamentally-sound tacklers in the business. His instincts are second to none and those make him a solid pass defender despite lacking the athleticism that most ACC and NFL linebackers have. Kuechly should be a first-round pick in the 2012 draft.
http://www.fftoolbox.com/nfl_draft/p...ospect_id=2898

Courtney Upshaw Alabama 6-2 265
A physically imposing put together linebacker/defensive end hybrid who will stand up and play with his hand on the ground. Displays only average straight-line speed when asked to close from the backside. However, is quicker/more coordinated than fast in tight areas and gets up to speed quickly. Generates a lot of natural power on contact as a tackler. Is long armed, has a snap through his hips into contact and consistently exhibits the power to strike and wrap off his frame. Reads and reacts well in space, deciphers information quickly and doesn't take many false steps trying to find the ball.
He doesn't get much depth in his drop vs. the pass game. Is coordinated and keeps his feet under him, but is tighter in the hips and isn't going to hold up at the next level in space or man consistently.
Is extremely violent/powerful with his hands when attacking downhill. Consistently is able to take on blocks, disengage and make his way toward the football vs. both the run and pass game. Is at his best as a pass rusher standing up. Looks more sudden/shifty laterally off the ball from a two point stance and can win with power on his bull rush, with his hands or side step a block and fight through contact. Plays down in most nickel situations and when run at has the power to anchor at the point vs. SEC offensive tackles. Is violent/coordinated when asked to shed, has a good motor and can disengage consistently and make plays off his frame. Isn't as natural a pass rusher with his hand down at this stage. Is a bit inconsistent getting off the snap on time and is more of a power player only. Does a nice job sitting into his stance, keeping his base down off the football and generating leverage for himself vs. the bull rush. But doesn't do a great job suddenly changing directions and shedding when engaged. Loves to work the club/rip when trying to reach the corner both when down and standing up, can keep himself clean and works hard to close, but again displays only an average burst in pursuit.
Impression: I like him as a 34 outside backer who can play on the strong side, take on linemen at the point and also rush the passer. He's at his best attacking downhill, using his strong hands to disengage and always is around the football. Looks like a year one starter to me at the next level with scheme versatility and impact potential.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/...l&position=olb

LaVonte David Nebraska 6-1 225
Coverage/Zone Defense Skills
David’s athleticism and overall awareness serves him well in coverage. He has enough speed and fluid enough hips to cover running backs coming out of the backfield and tight ends down the seam. In zone, he displays good footwork and balance when breaking on the football and routinely gets a hand on the football to break up the pass although he doesn’t come away with as many interceptions as you would expect.
Instincts/Recognition
If I could describe David’s game with one word, it would be instinctive. The guy just always seems to be around the ball and rarely will you see him away from the ball in the run game. He diagnoses the information quickly and uses his athleticism to get to the ball carrier. He racks up a very high number of tackles and pass break ups.
Pass Rush
This is an area he can improve in. As a junior he did rack up six sacks from his linebacker spot but most of them were on blitzes when he wasn’t picked up by the offensive line. One he engages with a blocker, he has little pass rush moves to speak of and prefers to try and use a bull rush but his lack of size and strength often makes it a futile effort.
Pursuit/Lateral Movement and Agility
David is fast in pursuit but doesn’t get out of control and over run plays to the sidelines. He takes the proper angles to the ball carriers and does a good job of sifting his way through traffic. He changes directions quickly and stays under control because of his good balance.
Quickness/ Explosion
Displays above average explosion after diagnosing the play and closes in on the ball carrier quickly. I don’t think he has elite speed but he has more than enough to track down runners in the open field.
Strength/Ability to Shed Blocks
He definitely isn’t afraid to take on big offensive lineman in the run game and shows some good pop and a nice punch. If he can use that violence, he can disengage but when he gots locked up he can get pushed back because he just doesn’t have the strength and size to anchor and hold his own at the point.
Versatility
David doesn’t have the type of scheme versatility you would like. He doesn’t have the pass rush skills you would look for in a 3-4 OLB, nor the size you want from an inside or SAM ‘backer. He will probably be best suited in a cover 2 scheme. Final Word
LaVonte David transferred to Nebraska after playing JUCO for two years so he doesn’t have a lot of big time college football experience. However, in that short amount of time he has been able to make a name for himself. In his first year playing in the Big 12, he racked up over 150 tackles, 10 pass break ups, and 6 sacks. He is very instinctive and a tackling machine but his lack of size and scheme versatility may hurt him come draft day and he may not be drafted as high as most initially thought.
http://www.newerascouting.com/2011/1...outing-report/

Tank Carder Texas Christian 6-2 237
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National FootBall Post's Wes Bunting on Tank Carder:
"The good…
He’s an instinctive linebacker who finds the football quickly, will extend his arms to fight off blocks and displays just enough short area quickness to avoid contact and put himself around the action. Plus, he uses his length well to wrap up in tight quarters and overall is a very sound tackler when asked to play in a phone booth.
The bad…
However, anytime Carder is exposed to space he really has a tough time re-directing quickly, collecting himself and making a play on the ball carrier. He’s a tight-hipped kid who struggles to keep his pad level down when changing directions, doesn’t generate much depth at all in his drop and lacks the range to turn and run with receivers down the field.

Now, he does have some savvy when trying to get his hands on pass catchers in tighter quarters, but overall he’s a guy who will be limited to only playing in a 34 scheme where they can limit the amount of space he’ll play in. Looks more like a reserve only."

"Athletic WLB leads the aggressive Horned Frogs defense; not overly big, but is an excellent tackler who rarely misses a stop;

Also very quick and instinctive with sideline-to-sideline range; can make plays in both directions; had 3.5 sacks and 6 other tackles for loss last fall; also one of the better coverage LBs in college football has 15 career pass break-ups, although he doesn’t necessarily have great hands;

Will struggle at times to hold the point of attack but generally does a good job shedding blocks; has an outstanding work ethic and should be a good special teamer at the next level;

Health is an issue, though, as he had problems with a shoulder in the past; also suffered multiple serious injuries including a punctured diaphragm, collapsed lung, and broken bones in his back in a car accident as a youth and wasn’t allowed to play high school football;

Fearless kid, though, who was a national BMX bike champion in elementary school."
http://www.fanaticalfootballfiend.co...3b5439c/1.html

Bruce Irvin West Virginia 6-2 235
Irvin has a explosive first step and he doesn't hold back much from there. He great key and diagnoseplay skills and has the speed to chase down plays from behind. He's a terror on the edge for an offensive tackle and very few have the athleticism to keep Irvin from behind the LOS. A converted outside linebacker, Irvin may be biding time at DE as he has good potential as an 3-4 OLB in the NFL.
http://www.60maxpowero.com/patriots/content/2012-nfl-draft-prospects-–-de-dt-olb-and-ilb

Ronnel Lewis Oklahoma 6-2 244
Ronnell Lewis sometimes suffers from hot and cold production, but when the light turns on, he flashes something special. Lewis made a name for himself making bone-crushing hits. He is absolutely ruthless once he gets his hands on the ball-carrier. Like most players who play with intensity, he'll need to learn to play better within the system and not always play so aggressively. He possesses good speed and does well to find the right pursuit lane. Besides his tackling, what really sets him apart is his ability to act instinctively in open space. Whether it is tracking a ball carrier or adjusting quickly to the quarterback in the pocket. Lewis forces his opponents to play up to his speed, which can cause turnovers and other mistakes.
Lewis is a very high on the rankings, and with a good combine and consistent finish to this 2011 season, it's possible for him to live up to it. He will need to add more bulk, even if he drafted as a 3-4 OLB.
He projects as a second round prospect in the 2012 NFL Draft.
http://www.fftoolbox.com/nfl_draft/profile_display.cfm?prospect_id=3047


Terrell Manning North Carolina St. 6-2 235
Manning is another talented linebacker on NC State but to my surprise he has declared for the NFL Draft. He’s only a junior and I hadn’t heard much about him leaving, so it definitely caught me off guard a bit. He was productive at outside linebacker this year as he produced 70 total tackles (42 solo), 13.0 TFL, 5.5 sacks, 4 FF, 1 FR, 5 PBU’s and 2 interceptions. He looked like a beast to me and seemed to have impressive instincts, athleticism and looked like a very good tackler. I didn’t evaluate him much when he was dropping into coverage, but for a 6’3”, 233 pound linebacker he seemed to defend the run awfully well. I don’t know how well he will be able to stack and shed blocks to make plays at the line of scrimmage. I like his upside, but I was anticipating having another year to evaluate him. I’ll have to go back and watch more NC State film to get a better look at him.
http://tommeltonscouting.wordpress.com/

Jonathan Massaquoi Troy 6-2 250
+Explosiveness
+Pass Rusher
-Size/Bulk

NFL Role:3-4 OLB
Grade:59(4th rd projection)
Potential:Starter
Date:12-19-2010
-Chris Raiden

Massaquoi has a good first step off the edge, and has a good closing burst. Potentially a solid edge rusher in the NFL, although he's a couple years away. Might be a good candidate to move to outside linebacker in a 3-4.
Sleeper: Jonathan Massaquoi, Troy State* -- Massaquoi hails from the same school as DeMarcus Ware and possesses a similar game. Primarily coming out of a three-point stance, he displays great speed and athleticism rushing the passer or pursuing the action. He has all the innate skills to be a top 3-4 linebacker at the next level, just like Ware.http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2011/writers/tony_pauline/09/01/defensive.prospects/index.html
http://www.pigskinheaven.com/draft/player.php?playerid=1551

Bobby Wagner Utah St. 6-1 235
Really excellent tackler who is constantly improving. Over 114 tackles each of the last three seasons including more than 130 each of the last two. Also has shown some ability in coverage, picking off four passes in his college career at Utah State. Tons of experience and a great leader on the defensive side of the ball. Solid size for an inside linebacker, but not great height. Pretty solid quickness and could be effective blitzing off the edge or up the middle. Can get engulfed by blockers if they get to the second level quickly. At his best when he is attacking the play. Very instinctive and is always around the ball. 10.5 tackles for loss and four sacks this season indicate to me that he is very effective blitzing. Fundamentally sound, and is not often out of place. This is a kid coming from a school in Utah State who doesn’t play a ton of great competition, but he has a chance to be a very good pro if he continues to play at this kind of intensity. He has solid measurables and athletic ability, and if he can continue to be a leader I think he has a chance to be a starting inside linebacker in the NFL.
http://nflmocks.com/2011/12/17/bobb...er-utah-state-2012-nfl-draft-scouting-report/

Brandon Lindsey Pittsburgh 6-2 250
Lindsey makes this list because scouts want to see whether the 6-2, 250-pound college defensive end has the flexibility to handle adjusting to outside linebacker full-time. Lindsey saw time at outside linebacker while at Pittsburgh, but did most of his damage with his hand in the dirt. Lindsey's burst off the snap isn't in question. He finished with 54 tackles, 11 tackles for loss and 8½ sacks in 2011. His statistics won't mean a thing to scouts from 4-3 teams, however, if Lindsey can't prove at the East-West Shrine Game the ability to drop back into coverage effectively.
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/...ith-something-to-prove-during-allstar-process

Alex Hoffman-Ellis Washington State 6-1 232
Though questions about the level of competition aren't a legitimate concern in the Pac-12, few scouts are willing to take the time to travel to the Palouse considering the talent and wins from Washington State have been lacking in recent years. That is the primary reason why few outside the WSU campus know much about the 6-1, 232-pound Hoffman-Ellis, who quietly led the Pac-12 with 68 solo tackles in 2011. Hoffman-Ellis won't get the instant feedback from scouts he might like, as the NFL has mandated that its talent evaluators not attend the NFLPA's all-star game due to underclassmen being involved. If Hoffman-Ellis is able to create a buzz anyway, his stock will certainly improve as he's among the more intriguing second-tier 4-3 outside linebackers available this year.
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/...ith-something-to-prove-during-allstar-process

Emmanuel Acho Texas 6-2 245
Looks a bit taller than his frame indicates, he's a long armed and long legged guy for the position. However, displays natural bend/flexibility through his hips and knees, can sit in his stance and gain leverage into contact. Isn't a real explosive stop and start athlete, he is more graceful/balanced than explosive. Nevertheless, does a nice job inside vs. the run game, reads and reacts quickly to his keys inside, routinely is able to sniff out the football and can generate a snap into contact. Is a "plus" tackler who breaks down well in tight areas, lowers his pad level and will wrap through the play. Is also very good taking on blocks -both vs. linemen and tight ends- at the point of attack. Sits into his stance well, keeps his pad level down and is powerful/compact with his punch. Extends his long arms well and uses his violent hands to routinely shed at the point of attack. Knows how to keep himself clean, fend off blocks and wrap on ball carriers off his frame. Played both inside and outside in Texas' 4-3 front and is capable of handling the tight end on the edge or attacking downhill inside. Makes himself small through creases when trying to shed and close on the ball carrier. Maintains balance well and works hard through contact. Possesses a good motor, but only average straight-line speed in pursuit, as I don't see a great closing gear to his game.

Looks coordinated vs. the pass game but isn't the type of quick-twitch athlete who has the ability to hold up in man coverage vs. backs out of the backfield. Doesn't have a great initial burst out of his breaks, can be run away from and doesn't always locate the football quickly. However, keeps his feet under him in zone, stays low and keeps his head on a swivel. Gets early jumps on the football, feels routes around him and is clean to re-direct and close. Looks much more effective as a zone cover guy,

Impression: Isn't a dynamic straight-line athlete, but plays faster because of instincts. Is a good tackler, can shed blocks and plays stronger than his frame would indicate. Has the versatility to play a number of spots in a 4-3 scheme or get some looks inside in a 34. Looks like a potential starter in the NFL either way.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=37544

Ryan Baker LSU 6-0 236
An undersized Will linebacker who is compactly put together, but lacks the girth and power to consistently hold up when run at. Struggles to anchor with any consistency, is routinely washed from the play and once a blocker gets his hands on him the battle is over. Possesses good range in pursuit, but isn't overly aware when closing on the football and will be easily picked off by backs/tight ends getting out to the second level. Doesn't do a great job avoiding contact and shifting his way through traffic. Maximizes his length when trying to fight off blocks and eventually can disengage, but makes most of his tackles when run at down the field. Does a decent job sniffing out the football inside when unblocked. Is more of a drag down guy, but his longer arms and strong frame allow him to routinely get his man to the ground.

Displays the athleticism to get good depth off the line in his drop. Demonstrates natural range when asked to track the football, but is a bit tight hipped trying to get out of his breaks. Doesn't generate a great burst for himself when redirecting and routinely is forced to skip laterally in order to catch himself before changing directions. Isn't overly instinctive reading his pass keys, takes him a while to decipher information and doesn't feel routes develop around him well. Displays a little savvy as a blitzer though, firing off the edge, using his length well to keep himself clean and correctly time up his blitz. However, is a bit tight trying to turn the corner and struggles to consistently break down on the ball.

Impression: Is consistently washed out of plays in the run game and isn't dynamic enough vs. the pass (either in coverage or rushing the passer) to warrant a draftable grade in my view.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=37369

Nigel Bradham Florida State 6-1 214
A former Florida State linebacker who did his best this off-season trying to repair his off the field character concerns with his overall vocal leadership during the all-star circuit. He has experience at a high level of competition, isn't overwhelmed with the coaching, seems willing to help his teammates out and pretty much acted like an extension of the coaching staff on the field. Now, the character concerns are never going to go away and he also weighed in at only 6-1, 214. Therefore he needs to prove that he can add weight, but also maintain his 4.6 speed as well as keeping himself clean off the field. The cards are stacked against him, but the natural athleticism is still somewhat there.

However, he doesn't play nearly athletic as he runs, takes too many bad angles in coverage and simply doesn't have the initial burst or play speed to consistently turn and track the football down the field. Even at the small-school level in 2011 he simply didn't make many plays on the football and might end up having a tough time getting into a camp.

Impression: A former big time recruit who at times struggled even at the small-school and difficulties on and off the field make me think he's a free agent only
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=100029

Zach Brown North Carolina 6-2 230
A compact, athletically built linebacker with a strong looking frame who possesses an impressive initial burst to his game when asked to close on the football. Looks natural in space, is quick to re-direct and possesses the closing speed to consistently make plays off his frame. For the most part takes good angles in pursuit vs. the run game and breaks down well when running the alley. He generates good natural power into contact, plays low, exhibits a snap through the hips and will run his legs and wrap on contact. He will run himself out of plays in space sometimes and at times plays a bit out of control, but for the most part is a solid tackler. Exhibits better instincts and read-and-react skills than given credit for. He does a nice job of quickly locating the football, doesn't bite on a ton of play fakes and is quick to diagnose the play. At times he will seal himself away from the action inside the box, but for the most part I was impressed with his natural feel of the game. He needs to do a better job using his hands and extending his arms in order to take on blocks inside, but he looks natural and sudden running around blocks and keeping himself clean. However, he too often leads with his shoulder at the point of attack and, despite his natural power, he doesn't shed blocks well inside and can be easily sealed from the action.

Looks natural in coverage. He's quick footed, fluid in the hips and is consistently able to re-direct and explode out of his breaks. At times gets a bit overextended with his hips working in his drop but he collects himself quickly, displays natural balance and exhibits the closing speed to still make plays on the football. He looks natural in zone coverage, keeps his head on a swivel and covers a lot of ground in space. Gets a bit impatient in man coverage, he likes to be physical, and will lose balance into contact trying to create a bump for himself when asked to re-direct. Also, is a bit slow to locate the throw when asked to turn and run vertically. However, he possesses the balance and fluidity that makes him tough to separate from and even if he does give up a step, possesses the second gear to quickly close. Displays the athleticism to hold his own in space in the NFL over the slot and in man coverage vs. NFL caliber running backs.

Impression: A run and hit guy with impressive athleticism and range. Possesses solid instincts and is a better read-and-react linebacker than given credit for, but still not elite in that area. Nevertheless, looks like a starting caliber 43 weak side guy who would be ideal in a cover two scheme.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=36656

Miles Burris San Diego State 6-3 235
Burris possesses a thickly built frame with good overall girth strapped through his upper and lower half. He displays a real explosive element to his game when asked to attack downhill. He has a natural first step with a real burst to his game and good straight-line speed in pursuit. He exhibits the range to finish in pursuit, wraps well on the ball carrier and finishes with a lot of anger to his game. Burris plays the game the way it's supposed to be played inside. He works hard, displays good instincts with enough power/short area quickness to fend off blocks inside and scratch his way toward the ball carrier. He plays with good leverage inside when taking on blocks, understands angles, gets his shoulder properly aligned with leverage when taking on full backs in the hole and exhibits the balance to stack, shed and accelerate toward the ball carrier. Now, he is a bit linear of an athlete who will struggle to breakdown quickly in space. But once he collects himself, he really bursts out of his breaks and extends his arms well vs. offensive lineman at the second level. He possesses the natural power to stack, though he is a bit inconsistent shedding vs. longer lineman, lacking the type of fluidity to quickly disengage if he doesn't keep himself clean initially.

Burris is more of a blitzer off the edge on passing downs. I don't want to call him a natural pass rusher, but he does have the ability to drop his pad level and gain leverage when trying to reach the edge and does exhibit an understanding of using his hands to gain leverage and then shed quickly on contact. He recorded 9.5 sacks as a junior and he can routinely create pressure off the edge as an extra rush guy. He's a bit tight hipped in coverage; he gets only average depth in his drop and needs to chop his feet in order to collect himself out of his breaks when changing directions. But, Burris does a nice job keeping his feet under him and can accelerate quickly when he regains his footing. He displays solid instincts in the pass game and is routinely around the football. He doesn't have a ton of experience turning and running with receivers down the field, but has the straight-line speed to do so. Plays like a 4.5 guy.

Impression: A nasty, hard working football player who displays good instincts, a great motor and a lot of explosive elements to his game. At worst, Burris is a stud special teams guy with the ability to start at the next level. He can play either inside or out as well.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=34454

Demario Davis Arkansas State 6-3 230
Jumped off the tape at me, left me saying "this is a bad dude." Looks a little shorter and more compact than his 6-3 listing says. However, plays low, is a natural bender, keeps his base down and can really snap through the hips into contact. Is an explosive kid with a "plus" initial first step, natural fluidity when changing directions and can balance himself quickly and unload into contact. Possesses a long set of arms as well when looking to wrap. Is a "plus" tackler who is able to take good angles to the football, breakdown in space and get his man to the ground. Is very effective inside the box as well. Does a nice job using his length and short area quickness to get under blocks and either hold the point and shed on contact or make defenders miss. Rarely is locked up on and is very active/sudden with both his hands and feet. Overall a "plus" run defender. Is always around the football, showcases natural instincts keying off blocks and quickly locating the football. Plays off the correct shoulder well when defeating blocks and is quick to close.

Showcases a solid feel in the pass game as well. Will get caught at times being too narrow with his footwork. However he can bend, drop his pad level and accelerate laterally toward the football. Displays average hands, routinely is forced to double catch and despite his fluidity and quick footwork, looks a bit tight in the upper body which takes away from his ability to generate more force when closing on the play. Nevertheless, has a good feel in zone, reads and reacts well and gets plenty of early jumps on the football.

Impression: One of the biggest surprises on tape this draft season. Was explosive, instinctive and always making plays on the football. Looks like a starting caliber linebacker either inside or out in a 43 scheme
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=38622

Darius Fleming Notre Dame 6-2 255
A thicker DE/OLB tweener who played both from a two and three-point stance in Notre Dame's versatile 34 front. Exhibits some natural bend sitting into his stance with his hand on the ground and shows a good first step, keeping his pad level down and quickly eating up grass. However, he is limited as a pass rusher, looks a bit linear, struggles to drop pad level around the edge and isn't real sudden when trying to counter off his initial speed rush. Consistently tries to reach the corner and work a chop toward the edge, but gets upright and doesn't have much of a variety to his pass rushing arsenal. Exhibits some natural strength on his bull rush initially, but fails to use his hands to violently shed and isn't sudden enough with his feet to do the same. Works hard when pushing the pocket and can slowly change his angles through contact, but isn't real sudden/quick when trying to disengage as a pass rusher.

Looks tight hipped when asked to drop off in the pass game. He keeps his feet under him and is balanced when asked to open up his hips, feeling routes develop around him, but he doesn't exhibit much of a burst out of his breaks and doesn't have the type of short area burst to quickly click and close. Isn't much of a run defender, even when standing up vs. a tight end. He gets a bit overextended and upright into contact and is easily sealed on the edge. Exhibits a good motor in pursuit, but doesn't have great range off his frame and is too often overwhelmed initially on contact

Impression: A tweener with experience both from a two and three point stance, he just isn't real dynamic in any area of the game. Possesses a natural burst and pop on contact, but doesn't warrant much more than a late round/free agent grade. Wouldn't be on my draft board.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=37663

Josh Kaddu Oregon 6-3 235
A well-put together athlete with a noticeably long set of arms. Displays an initial burst when asked to close from the backside, exhibiting good closing speed in pursuit and generates a pop as a tackler. Keeps his base down into contact, uses his length well to wrap and can be violent at the point. Doesn't have a great feel for the game at this stage however, can be a bit slow to react at times and decipher information. Plays on the strong side and is used consistently to attack downhill. Extends his arms well into contact and maximizes his length at times, displaying the ability to create a jolt on contact when taking on blocks. However, doesn't possess the anchor strength at this stage to routinely hold the point of attack at the next level. Doesn't have a great feel of how to use his hands either.

Used in a variety of ways on 3rd down. Isn't a natural pass rusher at this stage. Possesses a good initial burst off the line standing up, but struggles to flatten out on the corner. Gets upright and looks too tight to drop pad level around the edge. Most of his pressure comes off his motor/work rate. Doesn't have much of a pass rushing arsenal, seems to slow his feet when trying to decipher information and isn't a real impact guy when asked to reach the QB. Displays slightly above-average fluidity in the hips when asked to open up and run. However, gets upright, struggles to keep his feet under him and is leggy in and out of his breaks taking away from his initial burst. Showcases good closing speed once he gets his legs back under him, but doesn't feel/anticipate routes well in zone coverage.

Impression: Displays a good athletic skill set, runs well and possesses some natural power to his game. But is a better athlete than football player at this stage. Looks like the kind of guy who will need to make his mark on special teams.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=39032

Brandon Marshall Nevada 6-1 245
Looks a bit more athletic than his frame would suggest. Is patient in his drop in coverage, can keep his base under him and stays compact out of his breaks. However, doesn't have a real explosive element to his game. Lacks a great first step when asked to close, doesn't get up to speed real quickly and just looks very average in pursuit. Showcases the ability to change directions in coverage with some effectiveness, but lacks the range/burst to limit his initial separation in man coverage. Possesses a solid feel in zone, but isn't overly proactive.

Isn't the most consistent of tacklers. To his credit does do a nice job extending his arms into contact and can shed on the perimeter. But again doesn't have the kind of initial burst to accelerate quickly toward his target and tackle off his frame. Does use his hands well however when lead blocks can get into his legs and is routinely cut down. Isn't a real sound wrap-up tackler. Struggles to breakdown and takes poor angles into contact. Has a tough time settling his feet and too often overruns the play and/or will whiff into contact. Lacks idea length to wrap and sees far too many of his tackles slipped/broken to be a consistent threat in the NFL inside the box. Displays above-average instincts inside, but again even when he put himself behind the line in position to make a play he typically fails to bring his man to the ground.

Impression: He is a bit inconsistent as a tackler, but he made some plays this year and could end up fighting for a roster spot. I wasn't overly impressed with his game however.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=37294

Tyler Nielsen Iowa 6-4 235
Possesses an average frame and overall physical make-up for the position. Doesn't come off the field on 3rd down, plays out over the slot and does a nice job feeling routes develop around him. Looks comfortable in space, uses his hands well to re-route receivers off the line and likes to be physical on contact. Isn't the most fluid of individuals however. Lacks ideal fluidity when asked to turn and run, but possesses good straight-line speed for the position. Locates the ball well and is physical down the field. At his best feeling routes in zone where he can get early jumps on the football. Displays some balance and coordination with his footwork when trying to re-direct, takes good angles on the ball after a completion and wraps well on contact.

Isn't quite as instinctive vs. the run game inside as he is vs. the pass. Doesn't take the most consistent of angles when attacking downhill and will run himself out of plays. His hip tightness shows up in the run game as well, as he struggles to breakdown in space, lacks ideal lateral quickness and will slip off tackles when he has the chance to wrap. Isn't real physical when asked to take on blocks in any area of the game as he will even struggle to disengage vs. receivers in the slot at times. Suffered a broken vertebra in his neck that kept him out the second part of the season in 2010 and needs to prove his medical is clean.

Impression: Displays natural instincts from the slot in the pass game and runs well for the position. However, isn't real impressive vs. the run and looks like a special teams/reserve guy only to me
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=34501

Keenan Robinson Texas 6-3 239
Possesses a strong, athletic looking frame with good girth through his lower half. Is an explosive, quick-twitch backer who displays a good first step when asked to close on the football. Gets up to speed quickly and generates "plus" power into contact. Displays the closing range to routinely knife his way into the backfield and make plays off his frame. Exhibits only average instincts however, at times is slow to react to the run game, will take some bad angles in pursuit and doesn't do a great job using his hands to take on blocks. Needs to do a better job sitting into his stance into contact. Too often bends at the waist and uncoils into contact a bit straight-legged. Doesn't possess great balance when asked to breakdown, throws himself toward the action and will create some impact plays, but also will end up on the ground too often at times missing on ball carriers. Can be overwhelmed on contact when asked to take on lineman and/or sealed from the play.

Displays good body control and coordination in coverage. Keeps his feet under him and can re-direct and close. At times will turn his back when asked to run vertically and doesn't see the football. But exhibits good range/closing speed down the field. Drives quickly on throws under him in zone coverage and will create a snap on contact. However, isn't overly instinctive and doesn't always trust what he sees in zone. Is a reactive player, doesn't get many early jumps on the football and needs to see the ball come out before he's able to try to make a play. Ends up playing the man mostly because of it and not the ball.

Impression: An explosive kid with some natural burst to his game. Isn't overly instinctive and doesn't take on blocks overly well, but is a good fit in more of a run and hit scheme because he possesses very good natural range. A potential starter in the NFL.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=37542

Sean Spence Miami 5-11 224
A quick, athletic, rangy linebacker, Spence is a bit undersized for a linebacker at the next level and may not be a fit in each system. Still, his fluidity and overall athleticism could make him in a fit in more zone oriented schemes or just as a versatility utility linebacker for nickel and dime sets as well as potentially a weakside linebacker.

He's had back to back 100+ tackle seasons for the Hurricanes (this season despite missing the first game) and has 31 tackles for a loss in his junior and senior season combined. He likely right now is a mid round selection based on his potential size and system fit concerns, but he could really impress in workouts at the NFL Combine and could move his way closer to the early round selections, potentially even 2nd or 3rd round, with an impressive showing.
http://www.optimumscouting.com/draf...n-spence-of-miami-invited-to-the-combine.html

Danny Trevathan Kentucky 6-1 232
An athletic, thinner linebacker prospect who is a bit angular through the upper body, but long armed and is a consistent wrap-up tackler inside. Despite his thinner frame displays a real explosive element to his game. Breaks down well in the box, squares up his target and generates a real snap through his hips into contact. Wraps well and is a consistent tackler inside. Showcases impressive range in pursuit as well. Runs very well sideline-to-sideline, can routinely track the ball carrier and has "plus" straight-line speed. Exhibits good short area quickness as well, feels the run game, knows when to side step blocks and keeps himself clean inside. Always seems to be flowing toward the action as well. Plays fast, instincts are slightly above-average. However, at times will stop his feet trying to decipher information and can be slowed initially to drive on the football, hurting his chances of making plays off his frame. An above-average open field tackler, he takes good angles, wraps a bit high at times but routinely gets his man to the ground. Struggles to anchor on contact when run at. Is long armed and works hard to shed and when he does, he makes most of his plays down the field.

Is coordinated/rangy in his drop. Obtains good depth off the line, can open up his hips and has a good burst out of his breaks. Gets a bit leggy when asked to re-direct and isn't the cleanest change of direction guy. But the natural athleticism is there. Needs to do a better job keeping himself in the play, as he bites on too many play fakes jumping toward the line of scrimmage allowing routes to develop behind him. Showcases some savvy as a blitzer, timing up snap counts well and closes quickly around the edge.

Impression: Runs well, generates a burst as a tackler and possesses natural athleticism. He is undersized and might be better suited for more of a cover two team, but needs to improve his feel in zone coverage if he hopes to ever be more than a special teams guy/reserve
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=37493

Audie Cole, North Carolina State 6-5 239
A tall, long-armed linebacker prospect who possesses the size to add even more girth to his athletic looking frame. For his size, he showcases decent fluidity, balance and body control vs. the pass game. Will struggle to get ideal depth off the line in his drop, gets upright and has a tough time quickly changing directions. But, exhibits a good feel in zone coverage, can be physical with receivers/tight ends over the middle, possesses the awareness to feel routes developing around him and routinely gets early jumps on the ball. Showcases a good burst out of his breaks when he doesn't have to get a ton of depth off the line, can sinks his hips well when asked to re-direct, locates the football well and demonstrates the body control to routinely come up with the catch. Displays good short area quickness as well in man coverage, possesses a good, not great, closing gear, but plays fast and can quickly re-direct and stay in a receiver's back pocket when he can play laterally and not be forced to sit in his drop and turn to run. Possesses some savvy as a blitzer, but is not a natural pass rusher and fails to extend his arms and get upright off the corner. However, he times up the snap count well, disguises his rush and closes well when attacking downhill.

Possesses the range to run sideline to sideline vs. the run game. He exhibits a great motor in pursuit, works hard and is a solid wrap up guy, but needs to do a better job inside the box extending his arms in order to shed. Doesn't have a ton of pop and too often leads with his shoulder into contact in order to anchor, but will struggle to get off blocks. Nevertheless, he reads and reacts quickly, picks his way through traffic and is quick to find the football. Gets a bit upright though when taking on blocks and can be overwhelmed through contact. Breaks down well on the ball, and will drop his shoulder under blockers trying to reach him off the edge and wraps well in space. However, is a bit tight hipped when trying to breakdown, gets upright at times and can be pushed past the play.

Impression: Played outside as a junior and will kick inside as a senior. Looks better suited to play as a 43 OLB to me who has the skill set to start and potentially play three downs for an NFL defense, but can't be forced to cover too much space down the field in his drop.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=36197

Najee Goode West Virginia 6-1 241
A thick, well built kid with a natural bubble and strong lower half. Is at his best inside the box where he can attack the line of scrimmage, play with leverage and create collisions inside. Showcases good power on contact as a tackler and will stun lineman trying to reach him. However, isn't real sudden/fluid when trying to shed and can be engulfed through contact. Is a solid tackler though and creates a jolt at the point.

Displays only average depth in his drop in coverage, but has a real tough time getting out of his breaks. Routinely is forced to open up his hips and turn his back to the football in order to change gears and doesn't have the foot quickness, fluidity or burst to hold his own in man coverage at the next level. Looks better suited to play in tighter areas where his foot quickness is solid.

Impression: A thick, strong kid with some natural pop as a linear guy. However, looks at best like a reserve only and special teams guy.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=36392

James-Michael Johnson Nevada 6-2 240
A shorter, compact inside linebacker prospect with a thickly put together frame. Generates a natural snap into contact. When taking on blocks inside. Creates natural leverage for himself, is an explosive kid who can deliver a thump at the point of attack and to his credit does a nice job extending his arms and keeping himself clean. Isn't real long armed and has a tough time stacking and shedding consistently in the hole. Can stonewall defenders, but isn't a consistent shed guy once engaged. Is quick to decipher information though, keys off blocks well, is always getting early jumps on the football and exhibits an explosive element to his game when asked to close. Breaks down well in space, takes good angles to the ball carrier and is quickly able to snap his hips into contact and create collisions. Is a guy who can create turnovers at the point in the run game.

Showcases some savvy as a blitzer, finds rush lanes quickly and uses his shimmy/arm over in order to side step blocks. Possesses a good first step and closing speed when chasing the ball carrier and knows how to keep himself clean. Uses his hands well when picking his way through trash inside with the first step to accelerate away from blocks off his frame.

Has a tendency to get a bit upright in coverage which takes away from his initial balance. Needs a step or two to collect himself before he's able to get back up to speed. Will give up initial separation in man. However, exhibits decent fluidity in the hips when asked to re-direct, and in zone keeps his feet under him better and displays plus initial burst and closing speed toward the football. Ball skills are only average, but he's a guy who can cover some ground in space. Just needs to improve pad level when changing directions.

Impression: Is a good athlete who can run, close on the football and play with power in the run game. Needs to play a bit lower in coverage, but overall does everything at a pretty solid NFL level. Is a guy who can win a starting job at the next level early on.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=35593

Mychal Kendricks California 6-0 240
A compact, stout athlete who has experience playing both inside and out in Cal's 34 front. Displays above-average initial burst and plays with natural leverage because of his size when rushing the passer. Tends to get a bit upright as a pass rusher and doesn't exhibit the type of lateral quickness to counter off his speed rush back inside. But, is tough to get a hand on through contact because of his naturally low frame. More of a motor pass rusher who because of his work rate and shorter/stouter frame will simply bounce off would be blockers in pursuit of the QB. Can create a pop on contact and knows how to extend his arms and showed more suddenness as a senior looking to slip on contact and keep himself clean.

Displays decent body control in his drop, gets average depth and can change directions with balance. Plays fast as a straight-line guy, but doesn't anticipate routes well in the pass game and doesn't get many early jumps on the football. Looks more natrual in man where he can just key onto his man, keep his feet under him and close. Has a tendency to take a false step and is a bit slower to react in zone coverage.

Showcases good range in pursuit when asked to string out plays vs. the run. Displays a good motor, has a passion for getting after the football and will come downhill with some thump. Drops his pad level well into contact in the hole, generates a snap and wraps up well as a tackler. Is a bit linear when asked to breakdown in space and can be sidestepped at times. Is a violent tackler with a snap through the hips and will create fumbles on contact. Doesn't have the type of size though to routinely take on blocks on contact. Routinely can be overwhelmed at the point and washed out of plays if a lineman can reach him. Has the quicks to run around blocks, but lacks ideal length and struggles to disengage initially through contact. Works his legs hard to get around blockers when setting the edge, but lacks ideal flexibility in the hips and ends up on the ground too often.

Impression: Is a thick, shorter compact backer who explodes through contact and is a real violent striker. Finds the ball quickly vs. the run and has the range to make plays in pursuit. Lacks ideal size however to stack and shed and lacks a great feel in zone. However, as a thumper inside with the potential to get into the backfield as a blitzer who should get plenty of looks from 34 teams in need of a versatile, high motor backer.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=37536

Travis Lewis Oklahoma 6-2 227
A shorter, undersized backer who is a bit narrow through the hips, but possesses an athletic looking frame. Displays "plus" instincts inside when asked to read and react to the inside run. Does a nice job staying low when sliding laterally and absolutely explodes downhill when he finds the ball. Generates a natural burst and exhibits very good closing speed off his frame. Plays with proper leverage consistently, which allows him to routinely work his way free from blocks. Routinely is able to gain a step, absorb contact and fend off blocks through the play. Has the lower body strength and plays with the necessary leverage to even take on linemen in the hole. Extends his arms well, locates the football and for his size does an impressive job stacking and shedding at the point. Is only an average tackler, tends to go high into ball carriers and will slip off his fair share of backs. Doesn't breakdown as consistently as his athletic skill set would lead you to believe in space. However, has the range to routinely string out plays and close quickly in pursuit.

Is a natural athlete in space vs. the pass game. Possesses good coordination in his drop, keeps his feet under him and does a great job dropping his pad level and accelerating out of his breaks. Doesn't waste much motion when asked to click and close, stays compact with his footwork and generates good closing speed off his frame. Keeps his head on a swivel in zone coverage, feels routes around him and exhibits the fluidity to cleanly open up his hips and run. Exhibits good ball skills when he can make a play on the throw and has a knack for being around the football and coming down with key turnovers.

Impression: He's a bit undersized and doesn't tackle as well as you would like inside the box. However, he's a good run and hit backer who plays the run well and will be able to make plays vs. the pass game in the NFL. Looks like a day one starter to me as a 43 backer, either on the weak side or possibly in the middle.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=33070

Shawn Loiseau Merrimack 6-2 240

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Optimum Scouting on Shawn Loiseau:
"While I haven't seen his most recent game from this past weekend, I was able to catch-up on past film for him, and I was more impressed than I thought I'd be. Loiseau stays low as a tackler and comes downhill in a hurry.

While he can be overaggressive at times and doesn't have the great hips or speed to recover at times, he's very instinctive as a blitzer and run stuffer, fights well in traffic, and has dominated his competition rather consistently."
http://www.fanaticalfootballfiend.c...-draft-scouting-reports-on-shawn-loiseau.html

Kyle Wilber Wake Forest 6-5 240
A DE/OLB hybrid who made the move to backer in 2010 when Wake Forest changed to a 34 front. Lacks the kind of anchor to consistently hold the point of attack in the run game with his hand on the ground. However, he's much more effective setting the edge vs. the run game standing up. He's an instinctive player who reads and reacts quickly to the football and uses his length well to pick his way through traffic. Consistently takes proper angles toward the action, gains proper leverage when attacking the upfield shoulder of a blocker and exhibits the balance to fend off the block and make his way toward the ball carrier. Uses his length well to shed on the edge and has average range in pursuit. He exhibits a good first step when attacking downhill and does close quickly. However, he plays a bit upright and doesn't have the same kind of initial explosion when trying to shed. Needs to learn to play a bit lower.

He doesn't look real natural coiling up into his stance, is leggy and struggles to really set his base under him off the ball. However, he has a good first step, eats up grass quickly and doesn't waste much motion getting up the field. Exhibits the first step quickness to threaten the edge consistently, but he's a tighter hipped guy and doesn't do a great job dropping his pad level down around the corner and can be easily pushed past the quarterback when the tackle can reach his speed. However, he uses his length well when flying past the quarterback and gets his hands on a lot of footballs. Does exhibit some suddenness on his counter though. He does a nice job quickly working the up and under move and gets upright, but he uses his long arms to work the arm over and can cleanly get inside. Is also very sudden when standing up, he works the shimmy arm over well, and can work his way up the field to slip lineman on contact with ease. However, he needs to do a better job staying low and keeping his pad level down in order to effectively fight through contact if a blocker can get their hands on him. He isn't a real effective bull rush guy, doesn't extend his arms well and is content to often lean with his shoulder. His stiffness shows up routinely in his inability to quickly break down on contact, and he has a tendency to run past the football once he puts himself in position to make a play.

Impression: An intriguing 34 rush end to me. Has a good first step, can change directions on his pass rush and plays the run with good integrity. Could be posed for a jump up draft boards with a solid year. Reminds me some of Jaguars DE Aaron Morgan.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=39878

Delano Johnson Bowie St. 6-4 267
Delano Johnson from Bowie State was one of the real winners at the weigh-in Monday night displaying his impressive 6-4, 267-pound frame. However, he followed it up with a strong performance Tuesday displaying impressive change of directions skills for a big guy when rushing from two-point stance. He worked a sudden counter off his outside rush and cleanly sidestepped the blocker inside. On his next pass-rushing attempt he displayed a strong jolt on contact, extended his arms well and simply overpowered the tackle before using his length to violently shed.

He did struggle when asked to play with his hand on the ground however, as the overall comfort level playing from a three point stance simply isn’t there yet. However, he’s got the frame to play with his hand on the ground and with some coaching he could certainly develop. Either way, I loved his passion. The guy seemed into it all practice, was vocal, played with a good motor and is making the most of his opportunity so far.
At nearly 6-4 with a rocked up 267-pound frame he really looks the part. Doesn't have experience as a pass rusher playing as a 43 OLB, but looks capable of playing either with his hand on the ground or standing up based off his physical make-up.

The overall physical make-up alone could get him a shot in an NFL camp. He can be powerful on contact, sudden when asked to counter and has enough of a first step to at least threaten off the edge from a two-point stance. Now, he needs a lot of work, as he will get overextended into plays and isn't as natural when his initial rush is stalled out. However, at his size he's one of the few guys down here who meets the height/weight/speed benchmarks.

Impression: A good-looking kid with an intriguing skill set. Is a developing pass rusher, but certainly has the upside to get a look in an NFL camp.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=100031
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/HBCU-Bowl-Practice-Report-Day-1.html

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Ronnie Thornton Southern Mississippi 6-3 247
http://www.fanaticalfootballfiend.com/
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"A thick, stout guy who displays some natural power to his game and is a "plus" athlete for his size. Has some natural foot quickness, solid range in pursuit and can track the football.

However, isn't overly instinctive, doesn't find the football consistently and is often slow to react to the play. Has a little range in zone coverage and can close a bit when he sees the throw. More athlete than football player at this stage though.

Impression: Has some intriguing size/speed tools. However, is more of a special teams guy only at the next level who will struggle if he sees the field due to his inability to consistently read and react quickly."

"Athletic WLB with good quickness, instincts and range; three-year starter had 61 tackles in 2010 after posting 114 the previous year; excellent athlete with sub-4.7 speed;

Has sideline-to-sideline range, but isn’t a natural pass rusher;

Also has yet to make many plays in coverage."
Read more:http://www.fanaticalfootballfiend.com/3/post/2011/10/ronnie-thornton-scouting-reports.html
 
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Tight Ends:
1. Dwayne Allen Clemson 6-4 255
2. Coby Fleener Stanford 6-6 245
3. Orson Charles, Georgia 6-2.5 245
4. Michael Egnew
Missouri 6-5 245
5.
Deangelo Peterson Louisiana State 6-4 243
6. George Bryan N.C. State
6-5 265
7. Brian Linthicum Michigan State 6-5 243
8.
Josh Chichester Louisville 6-8 240
9.
Joe Fauria UCLA 6-7 280
10.
Blake Ayles Miami 6-5 265
11. Brad Herman Iowa 6-4 255
12. Anthony Miller California 6-4 260
13. Chase Ford Miami 6-6 258
14. Justin Johnson Houston 6-1 223(possible WR candidate)

15. Alex Gottlieb William & Mary 6-3 255
16. Andrew Szczerba Penn State 6-5 265
17. Nick Provo Syracuse 6-3 248
18. Adrien Robinson Cincinnati 6-4 264
19.
Cory Harkey UCLA 6-4 270

Dwayne Allen Clemson*
As one might guess just from looking at his starts, Allen is a big target for quarterbacks standing at 6'4'' and 255 pounds. He has decent speed, having been clocked at 4.67 in the 40-yard dash (but that is not how is going to make his money on Sundays). Allen simply runs solid routes and has great hands. He is a sound blocker and has a significant impact in the running game. He will have to improve his speed if he is going to be a reliable pass-catcher at the next level and become a stat machine. Regardless, he can be a major contributor in the red zone and a big help to any offensive line.
http://www.fftoolbox.com/nfl_draft/p...ospect_id=2959

Coby Fleener Stanford
Absolutely huge TE prospect at 6’6″, touchdown machine at Stanford, has experience in pro style offense with best QB in the country, obviously is a great outlet for Luck in the passing game, big play threat at all times…can line up in the slot and run pretty good routes…good at finding holes in zone coverage…impressive body control and ability to catch the ball in his soft hands…
Cons–Will be 24 early in rookie season…lean build, can he hold up as a blocker at just 245 pounds? Can he handle not being top receiving option…impressive long range speed, but not necessarily dynamic off the snap…Player comparison–Marcedes Lewis
Jesse’s player comparison: Kevin Boss (entering the league, Boss has become a very good blocking tight end since then) Fleener also is faster and a more polished receiver, but they have that same uncommon size and long range speed.
Tony Scheffeler is another apt comparison.
http://nflmocks.com/2011/10/29/coby-...-end-stanford/
Orson Charles, Georgia*
As he showed against Boise State, Charles will be one of Georgia's go-to receivers. But as he showed in the second game against South Carolina, he's improved enough as a blocker to be an asset in that area. In his first two seasons at Georgia, Charles wasn't used much, catching 52 combined passes.
Charles is listed by Georgia at being 6-foot-3, but may measure in shorter. If he does, it will really hurt his draft stock. He manages to get by with his speed, quickness off the snap and good enough strength. As Aaron Hernandez and Dustin Keller have shown, though, smart offenses can make players with Charles' skill set succeed.
http://www.mockingthedraft.com/2011/...prospect-notes

Michael Egnew, Missouri
A tall, long, athletic pass catcher who has the frame to continue to get even bigger. However, as of now, he looks thin through his base and legs. He doesn't play as a traditional tight end, and for the most part lines-up in the slot on a regular basis from a two-point stance and is asked to work nearly exclusively as an "off the line Y." He possesses impressive coordination and body control for his size, gets into his route well for his size, has a nice feel for zone coverage in the pass game and works himself well into soft spots underneath. Is a massive target to throw at, extends his arms well when covered up and can pluck routinely off his frame. He possesses "plus" strider speed down the field and has the ability to run away from backers across the field, using his big frame well to box out away from the play. Also looks natural as a route runner, although gets a bit leggy at times out of his breaks, he keeps his feet under him on inward breaking routes, is loose in the hips and does a nice job really being sharp out of his breaks and separating initially from man coverage. He crosses the face of defenders quickly, snaps his head around and locates the throw quickly while maintaining the body control to snatch off his frame or drop his pad level and adjust. Loves to work the jerk route underneath as well, changing speeds in order to set up defenders and then quickly redirecting and separating in the other direction. Exhibits impressive ball skills and body control when asked to go up and make a play on the football at its highest point. Can be a major asset in the red zone. For his size he can create after the catch, displaying good shiftiness, and while he isn't going to run away from defenders, he is strong, long armed, can break tackles and create for himself after the catch.
Isn't asked to block from a three-point stance or with his hand on the ground, and is used mostly in the bubble screen game where he can really handle defensive backs. Can drop his pad level and create a jolt into contact but is going to need time to learn to play with his hand on the ground and use that big frame to gain leverage.
Impression: Has a massive frame and the skill set to learn to play with his hand on the ground, but is going to need time. However, he can come in from day one and be used as an "off the line Y" and create mismatches in the pass game.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/...ael-Egnew.html

Deangelo Peterson Louisiana State 6-4 243
A tall, athletic tight end prospect; looks more like a bulked-up wide out. Quickly gets off the ball when split out, displays the ability to threaten the seam and uses his length/hands well to fend off contact and stay clean into his route. Isn't a clean route runner at this stage though and is more athlete than tight end. Isn't real clean off the line when lined up with his hand on the ground. His initial movement is upright into his route, wastes motion out of his stance and routinely chops his feet in order to get out of his breaks. Isn't a natural plucker, lets the ball get into his frame, tries to body catch and will put the ball on the ground. However, the guy can run and is a consistent threat to get down the seam and tracks the football well. Has the straight-line speed to simply outpace linebackers with his speed and can be a mismatch guy even on safeties down the field, but needs to learn to sell himself better and become a sharper, more precise route runner.
Isn't a real aware kid, struggles to get off the snap on time as a blocker. Again, allows himself to get upright into contact and doesn't do a great job keeping his base under him. However, he's a naturally strong kid with long arms and can create a bit of a jolt on contact and work his legs to begin to seal. But, isn't really heavy handed and struggles to stick to blocks through the play. Isn't going to move anyone off the ball as an in-line guy. Does a better job maintaining leverage with a defender off his face, but doesn't run his legs through contact and can be easily shed.
Doesn't seem willing to take a lick over the middle of the field and expose his frame in order to make a play. Has had some dumb penalties called on him throughout his time at LSU and immaturity is an issue in my mind.
Impression: An athletic kid who can run and get down the seam. However, is raw in all areas of the game and doesn't seem to have put much work into his trade, I don't know if he wants to or ever will. Nevertheless, physically the guy is worth a look.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/...ml&position=te

George Bryan, N.C. State 6-5 265
A tall, thickly built tight end prospect with good girth through his lower half and with the size to handle NFL-caliber defensive lineman. Is a good run blocker who doesn't waste any motion getting off the ball. He keeps his pad level down, extends his arms and looks coordinated into contact. Doesn't get overextended with his footwork into contact, squares his head off with the chest plate of defenders and is a heavy-handed kid who can seal on the edge and create an initial push. Tends to get upright through contact and doesn't consistently run his legs as an in-line guy. The guy is heavy handed enough to stick and exhibits some mirror ability. Nevertheless, he has the ability to drive defenders off the line with some improved technique. Isn't a real gifted straight-line athlete, but plays like a 4.8 guy. He does a great job staying low off the snap, exploding out of his stance and not wasting any motion getting off the ball. Is quickly able to get on top of defenders and pick up speed rapidly. Has the body control to adjust to throws down the field and is at least a threat down the seam. Locates the ball well, possesses good hands and will extend and pluck off his frame. Seems to lumber the further down the field he gets. However, he exhibits some short area quickness to his game off the line when beating the bump and uses his strong hands and long arms well as a route runner. He likes to be physical, getting in and out of contact quickly, knocking defenders off balance in the process, and will use his length to slip blocks as a route runner in and out of his breaks. Is a bit tight hipped when trying to break down, as he will chop his feet on sharply breaking routes vs. off coverage. Isn't going to run away from coverage either vs. man, but has a good feel for the game, knows how to set up routes and has enough short area quickness into right areas to separate and box out.
Impression: An NFL caliber "on the line Y", he isn't a dynamic pass catching option but has the ability to make plays underneath and at least threaten the seam and can develop into a plus caliber run blocker. Isn't quite dynamic enough to start in the NFL, but could end up being one of the better reserves at the position on the next level.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/...rge-Bryan.html

Brian Linthicum Michigan State 6-5 243
Big, athletic tight end prospect who will take over in 2011 as the full time starter for the departed Charlie Gantt. Big play threat who has had a couple of excellent seasons as a key reserve for the Spartans. 38 receptions for 496 yards and five touchdowns over the last two seasons. Transferred to Michigan State from Clemson where he had 11 receptions in 2007, three of which went for touchdowns. Linthicum will have to prove that his legal issues are behind him, as he was arrested in Vail, Colorado over Spring break and has been dropped down the depth chart as a result. There’s no doubt he has the talent off the field, but hopefully it will not be wasted because of mistakes off of it.
http://nflmocks.com/2011/06/09/top-2...2-nfl-draft/2/

Josh Chichester Louisville 6-8 240
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ICONThe big guy can adjust to the football.

A tall, angular wide receiver/tight end tweener prospect who plays all over the Louisville offense. Isn't a great self starter, and is more of a strider who looks like a guy who needs to play from a two-point stance in order to be effective catching the football at the next level. Is a strider who builds speed as he goes, has the ability to run vertically breaking routes, track the football and is coordinated when asked to adjust to the football. Extends his long arms well, and can contort his frame and come down with the catch. Displays natural body control around the sideline and can get his feet down and maintain focus through the play. Isn't a real natural plucker of the football though, and too often lets the ball get into his frame and likes to secure it against his chest.

Doesn't play real quick in tight areas. He does a nice job lowering his pad level once he gains a step in order to fight through contact, but really glides into his breaks on sharply breaking routes and needs to use his strider speed in order to separate. Can run away from backers if he has enough space, but there is no real second gear to his game. Has the size to win on the edge as a blocker, but doesn't strike me as a guy ever being capable of coiling up from a three-point stance and winning off the snap.
Impression: A tall, long armed strider who can run vertical routes, track the football from the inside and come down with the catch. However, looks like a tall H-back type guy only who is more of a one-trick pony, limiting his upside.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/...hichester.html

Joe Fauria UCLA 6-7 280
The on-again, off-again relationship between UCLA tight end Joseph Fauria and his quarterbacks once more steamed up Saturday in the Bruins' 31-6 loss at Utah.
The towering target had four catches for 64 yards against the Utes, his biggest production since a six-catch, 110-yard, one-touchdown Week 1 performance.
Fauria has snagged three touchdowns since then but hasn't been a focal point in the offense, whether because of the opposing defensive game plan or simply not factoring into UCLA's run-first offense.
"The best I can do is when my name is called, do the most with it," said Fauria, who has 22 receptions for 307 yards and four scores on the year. "Whether it's stiff-arming somebody, jumping over somebody, catching it over somebody - I'll do whatever I can to show the coaches I want the ball, I need the ball."
At 6-foot-8, the Crespi star is an easy spot for his former high school teammate Kevin Prince.
But Fauria had been used sparingly in the passing game during the Bruins' two previous games before Utah, catching three total passes for 28 total yards in wins over Cal and Arizona State, when UCLA turned to its running game.
"If they put one guy on him, you can still throw him the ball and he'll still catch it," Prince said. "But sometimes they'll put two guys over there and take him away. Sometimes the progression of a play doesn't call for Joe to get the ball. In backyard football, sure, give Joe the ball. But when you're looking at coverages, looking at defenses and how the play fits, Joe doesn't always come as the primary receiver." Fauria, who transferred from Notre Dame before his sophomore season, has come to realize that all of his blocking in the Pistol offense might just pay off in the long run. It doesn't mean he doesn't want the ball every play, but he concedes that might not be all it's cracked up to be.
"Usually when you have the pro days and the combines and the workouts for scouts, a lot of it is route-running, catching - but most of your film is you on the field with your pads and helmet on, seeing what you can do against a 280-pound guy," Fauria said. "It's definitely helping me; if the naysayers out there still think I can't block, they need to watch more games."
http://www.dailybreeze.com/sports/ci_19362885

Blake Ayles Miami 6-5 265
A tall, physically put together tight end with natural muscle tone through his lower half and midsection. Exhibits the ability to coil up into his stance, keep his base under him and generate a slight snap off the line. Isn't overly explosive off the ball, but is able enough to gain leverage. He doesn't waste much motion getting into contact and can be powerful uncoiling off the ball but isn't the most heavy handed of guys and doesn't stick as well as his size would indicate. Despite that, he has the power, bend and snap to mature into a very solid NFL blocker in the run game. He looks natural getting out to the second level, is coordinated on the move and takes good angles. Again, he struggles to stick through the play, but really snaps through the hips into contact and is compact with his punch.
Is clean getting out of his stance in the pass game, but is just a real average athlete without much of a burst to his game and no second gear when trying outpace defenders down the field. He is going to have a tough time creating separation vs. man. He does a great job snatching the football away from his frame and can make a play on the throw even when covered, using his big frame to box out while looking natural snatching the football and extending away from his frame. However, he doesn't play real quick even in tight areas and relies more so on his ability to set up routes, change speed and then accelerate away from his defender. Has a feel of where to sit down in zone coverage, and seals himself well blocking off the line before slipping out into the pass game.

Impression: A former USC transfer who doesn't have a ton of production in the pass game. However, he's a natural bender who can win in the run game and is a coordinated pass catcher. Looks like a potential late round/free agent pick who could stick as a reserve short yardage guy.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/...ml&position=te

Brad Herman Iowa 6-4 255
Herman showed potential at the beginning of last year but I’m not really sure what happened after that. He only had 9 catches on the season, but Iowa has a good track record of churning out quality TE’s so I think Herman could surprise some people this year. It will be interesting to see if he proves me right.
http://tommeltonscouting.wordpress.com/tag/brad-herman/

Anthony Miller California 6-4 260
A big, athletic looking tight end who really carries his weight well and certainly looks the part. Displays natural musculature through his base, long arms and is a plus athlete for the position. Possesses the ability to sit into his stance and keep his base down off the ball. Generates a snap into contact, exhibits plus power and can routinely win at the point of attack. However, doesn't seem to possess that consistent mean streak. Gets a bit tentative at times off the ball, doesn't look to routinely finish through contact and at times simply doesn't play up to his physical talents. Can handle defensive ends at the point on one play and then be overpowered by a linebacker on the next. Exhibits natural body control and range getting out to the second level, breaks down well in space and can seal. Is also very coordinated in pass protection, looks compact/smooth toward the edge and extends his arms well. However, needs to be more physical/assertive with his punch and working through contact. Struggles to stay on blocks in both the run and pass game through the play.

Showcases the ability to keep his base down off the snap when getting into his routes, but again seems a bit tentative, doesn't routinely get off the snap on time and has a slight roll of momentum from his heels to his toes when getting into his route. Once he gets his momentum going there is a natural burst with good body control stemming his route and using his balance/foot quickness to cleanly get out of his breaks. Snaps his head around quickly, locates the ball well and uses his long arms to pluck well away from his frame. Displays average straight-line speed, but gets up to speed quickly and can threaten the seam on vertical routes. Exhibits the body control to adjust to the football. However, concentration seems to lapse at times, as he will put the ball on the ground.

Impression: There is a lot physically to like about his game. He's powerful when he wants to be, can block with leverage and separate in tight areas. However, inconsistencies both in the passion and effort department are major concerns when I watch him on tape, and in my mind would keep him from being drafted. Worth a shot in camp though.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=13611

Chase Ford Miami 6-6 258
With only 16 career catches at Miami the past two years, Ford was a bit of an unknown entering this week. But he quickly showed off his skills as a natural pass catcher with fluid body control and terrific hand/eye coordination. At 6-feet-6 and 258 pounds, Ford has the size and frame for the position with reliable hands, especially in traffic. He is a bit one-dimensional as a pass-catcher and needs a lot of work as a blocker, but certainly put his name on the draftable radar.
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/...vel-prospects-who-helped-themselves-this-week

Justin Johnson Houston 6-1 223
2011 CONFERENCE USA FIRST TEAM (COACHES): TE-Justin Johnson, Sr., Houston, has been selected All-Conference USA First Team for the 2011 college football season as selected by the league's 12 head football coaches. Johnson, named to the all-league squad as a tight end, was one of the conference's more versatile players, lining up all over the field (backfield, tight end and wide receiver) to create match-up nightmares for opposing coaches. Johnson registered career highs in receptions (75), yards (1,081) and touchdowns (11) this season and the combination of Edwards and Johnson had more receiving scores (29) than any duo in America. - Houston football
http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=69262&draftyear=2012&genpos=WR

Alex Gottlieb William & Mary 6-3 255
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One of the nation's top pass-catching tight ends, Gottlieb's list of preseason All-America honors includes selections from The Sports Network (first team), Athlon (first team), Lindy's (first team) and Phil Steele (fourth team). A first-team all-conference honoree last season, he totale d 34 catches for 350 yards with three touchdowns in 2010. - William and Mary football
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http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=18094&draftyear=2012&genpos=TE

Andrew Szczerba Penn State 6-5 265
Szczerba did not get invited to the Scouting Combine, though after scouting him in person at the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl, I believe he has the size, soft hands and blocking skills to warrant a closer look. Szczerba lacks straight-line speed and after missing the entire 2010 season after undergoing back surgery, is a huge medical question mark. In my opinion, these questions, coupled with the 6-5, 265 pound Szczerba starting all 13 games for the Nittany Lions in 2011, simply provide all the more reason why teams should get a chance to look him over in Indianapolis.
http://rob-rang.blogs.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/13682485/34692760

Nick Provo Syracuse 6-3 248
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2011 ALL-BIG EAST CONFERENCE FIRST TEAM (COACHES): TE Nick Provo, Syracuse, Sr., has been selected All-BIG EAST Conference First Team for the 2011 college football season as chosen by the league’s eight head coaches. Provo, a semifinalist for the 2011 John Mackey Award, set the Syracuse single-season record for receptions by a tight end in 2011 with 51 catches as well as the SU career record for receptions by a tight end (92). With an active streak of 24 consecutive games with a catch, which is fifth all-time at SU, he ranks second on the Orange's single-season and career record list for receiving yards by a tight end (537 in 2011 and 1,027 career). Provo earned Phil Steele All-BIG EAST First Team Midseason honors, and had seven touchdown receptions this season, which is tied for sixth nationally among tight ends. - Syracuse football
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http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=71423&draftyear=2012&genpos=TE

Adrien Robinson Cincinnati 6-4 264
Athletically, the star of the day was TE Adrien Robinson. The University of Cincinnati football program official website has the numbers: Robinson created the most buzz on the day, starting with his 39.5 inch vertical jump and his leap of 11-3 in the broad jump. He followed that up with 40-yard dash times of 4.51 and 4.58 unofficially, not bad for someone who measured in at 6-4 and 264 pounds. The tight end from Indianapolis, Ind. clocked 4.37 in the 20-yard shuttle, 11.59 in the 60-yard shuttle and 7.11 in the 3-cone drill.
Robinson should at least generate some interest as a priority free agent after the draft with that athletic profile, which would have been one of the two or three most impressive among TEs at the combine.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1088967-pro-day-tracker-2012-nfl-draft-observations-from-cincinnatis-pro-day

Cory Harkey UCLA 6-4 270
A big, strong in-line tight end prospect with a muscular looking lower half and good girth throughout his frame. Isn't a great athlete by any stretch, but does a nice job keeping his base down on his release, getting into his routes quickly and not wasting any motion off the ball. Displays good enough short area quickness and hand usage to slip the bump off the line as well. Isn't a guy who can threaten the seam and will drift at times when trying to settle his feet out of his breaks. However, he does have some snap in tight areas, uses his body well to shield and can adjust. Hands are inconsistent however, lets too many throws into his frame and isn't going to win for you in man coverage at the next level.

Nevertheless, this is a guy who can routinely win for a team as an in-line blocker. Coils up into his stance well, keeps his base under him and generates an explosive thrust off the ball. Extends his arms well, takes proper angles and squares his head with the target. Runs his legs well through contact, displays good hand placement and routinely can handle DE's off the snap and on the move.

Is tough to disengage from as his combination of power and coordination allow him to stick. At times will whiff into contact trying to fire off the ball quicker and loses balance, but for the most part takes very good angles. Also, looks natural in pass protection. Displays some range/anchor strength when asked to block on the edge, keeps his head on a swivel and is coordinated enough to re-direct and picking up a stunting linebacker.

Impression: He's a guy who can win for you as a blocker in both the run and pass game. If he's willing to be a down and dirty type tight end, has the ability to stick in the league for a while.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=36731
 
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CornerBacks:
1. Dre Kirkpatrick Alabama 6-2 193
2. Janoris Jenkins North Alabama 5-10 183
3.
Charles Brown North Carolina 5-10 205
4.
Morris Claiborne LSU 6-0 185
5.
Alfonzo Dennard Nebraska 5-10 205
6.
Chase Minnifield Viriginia 6-0 185
7. Leonard Johnson Iowa State 5-10 201
8.
Brandon Boykin Georgia 5-10 180
9. Cliff Harris Oregon 5-10 170
10. Jayron Hosley Virginia Tech 5-10 170
11. Stephon Gilmore South Carolina 5-1 195
12. Josh Robinson Central Florida 5-10 192
13. Dwight Bentley Louisiana-Lafayette 5-11 179
14. RJ Blanton Notre Dame 6-1 200
15. Omar Bolden Arizona State 5-11 195
16. Antonio Fenelus Wisconsin 5-9 190
17. Jamell Fleming Oklahoma 5-11 191
18. Terrence Frederick Texas A&M 5-10 184
19. Mike Harris Florida State 5-11 195
20. Casey Hayward Vanderbilt 5-11 188
21. Asa Jackson Cal Poly 5-10 188
22. Trumaine Johnson Montana 6-2 204
23. Jeremy Jones Wayne State 5-10 195
24. Coryell Judie Texas A&M 5-11 190
25. Anthony Lynn Penn State 6-1 208
26. De’Quan Menzie Alabama 6-0 198
27. Josh Norman Coastal Carolina 6-1 194
28. Micah Pellerin Hampton 6-0 187
29. Shaun Prater Iowa 5-11 185
30. Antwuan Reed Pittsburgh 5-10 190
31. Coty Sensabaugh Clemson 5-11 185
32. Ryan Steed Furman 5-11 190
33. Trevin Wade Arizona 5-11 192
34. Corey White Samford 5-11 203

35. Chris Greenwood Albion 6-1 195
36. Jeremy Lane Northwestern St. 6-0 183

Dre Kirkpatrick Alabama 6-2 193
Kirkpatrick already has plenty of experience and will likely be making his way to the next level after this season. He played in all 12 games as a freshman, became a starter in 2010, and has emerged as arguably the best cornerback in the nation. Through six games in 2011 (obviously all Alabama wins), Kirkpatrick has 14 solo tackles (one for loss) and he leads the team with eight pass breakups, eight passes defensed, and two forced fumbles.
One of the tallest cornerbacks in the business, Kirkpatrick stands at 6'2'' and 192 pounds. He doesn't have top-notch speed to go along with his size, but he generally runs a 4.50 in the 40-yard dash and has been clocked as fast as 4.42 from that distance. Kirkpatrick will have to add some bulk to his lanky frame before he heads to the NFL (he sometimes struggles with more physical receivers), but that should come. Assuming he leaves early, Kirkpatrick is a lock for a first-round selection and he could be the first at his position off the board in the 2012 NFL Draft.
http://www.fftoolbox.com/nfl_draft/profile_display.cfm?prospect_id=2881

Janoris Jenkins North Alabama 5-10 183

NFL teams will have quite the decision on their hands because (excluding his aforementioned run-ins with the law) he is a very good football player and has few holes in his game. He is a quick reaction player with elite quickness and above average speed. Jenkins really excels as a cover corner. He shows great body control, fluid motions and decisive movements to make plays on the ball. He is very aggressive when the ball is in the air, to the point that he will sometimes get beat for big plays.
Jenkins does a great job at masking his physical limitations at only 5'10" and 183 pounds. He won't be able to utilize press coverage, but is quick enough to break quickly on the ball and bat it down or take a short drop and run with receivers on short/intermediate routes.
He could slip because of his troubles while at Florida, but Jenkins is a first-round talent.
http://www.fftoolbox.com/nfl_draft/p...ospect_id=2747

Charles Brown North Carolina 5-10 205
Brown tallied 59 tackles, two interceptions and four pass break-ups as a part-time starter at the cornerback and nickel back spots as a freshman. As a sophomore he was relegated to the nickel back position and only played in ten games. His tackle total decreased to 26. By his junior campaign in 2009, Brown was a full-time starting corner. As a result he tallied 66 tackles, 3.0 tackles-for-loss, three interceptions, nine pass break-ups and two forced fumbles. Coming off of that stellar performance Brown looked to be a top 50 draft prospect heading into his senior season, but not playing in 2010 has taken a big hit.
Brown has always been an underrated player and he needed to undo that stigma with a solid senior season. Instead, he has been waiting. In the meantime, other corners have had productive seasons and their draft stock has soared. Brown has been labeled as an inconsistent performer. He needs to have some good workouts to move out of the later round range and he could surprise some people with his speed and instincts and sneak into the third or fourth round.
http://www.fftoolbox.com/nfl_draft/profile_display.cfm?prospect_id=2588

Morris Claiborne LSU 6-0 185

Claiborne has good size at 6'0'' and 185 pounds. He runs consistently in the 4.4s of the 40-yard dash and has been clocked as fast as 4.36 from that distance. Les Miles and company also line Claiborne up at kick returner due to his speed and elusiveness. He has returned 13 kicks for 383 yards, good for a 29.5 average, including one for a 99-yard touchdown. Claiborne is an outstanding cover corner and can go up against the best receivers in any league. He could add some bulk to his frame as heads into the next level and needs to improve against the run. With continued success at LSU and a good performance at the combine, Claiborne is in line to be a first-round pick.
http://www.fftoolbox.com/nfl_draft/p...ospect_id=3012

Alfonzo Dennard Nebraska 5-10 205
NFL scouts thought they were going to Nebraska to see one top corner prospect, Prince Amukamara, but wound up seeing two. Dennard's tough play across from the All-American made it difficult for opposing quarterbacks to find options outside, and helped the Cornhuskers rank fifth in the country in pass defense in 2010. He got on the field as a true freshman, making 12 tackles, then started out his sophomore season the team's top reserve corner before earning starts the final nine games and accumulating 31 tackles, four for loss, and eight pass break-ups. Dennard stood out enough as a junior (four interceptions, seven pass break-ups) that Big 12 coaches voted him second-team all-conference.
Dennard was already a very talented player, but new Nebraska defensive backs coach Corey Raymond (a former NFL defensive back himself) is looking to improve his young players' technique in 2011. Adding better footwork and hands to prevent receivers from coming off the line to his ball skills and tenacity outside could help him join Amukamara (selected 19th overall last April by the New York Giants) as first-round picks.
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/p...lfonzo-dennard

Chase Minnifield Viriginia 6-0 185
A tall, fluid, long-armed corner who exhibits a thin make-up and needs to add more weight/muscle to his frame. However, he has the natural size to easily do so and he improved significantly throughout the course of his junior year. Is a naturally balanced corner who exhibits the ability to sit into his drop, stay compact with his footwork and cleanly click and close out of his breaks. He exhibits a natural burst when attacking throws under him, doesn't waste much motion out of his breaks and keeps his base down well throughout. Is also very fluid when asked to turn and run, exhibiting the ability to smoothly open up his hips, locate the football and show "plus" ball skills in all areas of the game. He has a tendency to get a bit upright on his transition taking away from his initial burst, however, he possesses good closing speed vertically and looks like a legit 4.4 guy who takes good angles to the throw and can make plays down the field. Feels his cushion well in off man, is patient in his drop, trusts his own footwork and is quickly able to flip and run, running with receivers vertically and tracking the ball well.
Improved his overall technique vs. press man as the year went on. I still want to see him get a bit stronger and be a bit more patient off the line, as he has a tendency to open up the gate prematurely and give up initial leverage. However, he improved on his punch and does a better job staying low off the line and not getting overextended into contact, which was a problem with him earlier in the year last season. He exhibits a good feel in zone coverage, displays a natural feel reading routes develop around him, clicks and closes cleanly out of his breaks and exhibits the burst and length to get his hands on a lot of footballs. Is a willing tackler who isn't afraid to attack downhill and stick his face into a ball carrier. He takes decent angles and generates a little explosion because of his "plus" burst., but he isn't real physical into contact. He gets a bit high into contact, more of a drag down guy only, and despite doing a solid job wrapping up, he isn't a real jarring hitter. Will struggle to fend off blocks on the edge vs. physical receivers and just needs to continue to get naturally strong through his lower half.

Impression: A talented corner who can bend, re-direct, maintain balance out of his breaks and make plays on the football. He improved as the year went on and looks like one of the more NFL ready corners in this year's draft. Should be able to start in just about any scheme.

Leonard Johnson Iowa St. 5-10 201
Johnson is a cornerback for the Iowa State Cyclones who really started to get attention when Iowa State upset Oklahoma State on November 18th. Johnson held Blackmon to under a 100 yards receiving (99) and 1 touchdown.He’s a bit shorter than ideal, but has a really thick build.

Does a good job of jamming the wide receiver at the line to re-route him,…Really solid technique, especially coming from a smaller school…good body control and makes a lot of plays on the football, though his hands could be better…fluid hips..and a plus open field tackler…really uses the sideline to his advantage well to force smaller windows for the QB…willing tackler in the open field….competitive…durable hasn’t missed any games due to injuries , even though he was carted off the field one game he returned the next game…thick built..has some kick return ability
Cons:
Shorter than ideal height…does not have elite straight line speed…Needs a lot of improvement in the run game in both terms of getting off blocks from wide receivers and tackling…
Sayre’s initial scouting report:
Johnson is a Thorpe Award watch list cornerback prospect who has been an All Big 12 performer and even a first team All American as a freshman as a return specialist. Johnson is sort of stuck somewhere in the middle in terms of the best cornerbacks in the class of 2012, but he’s certainly not your typical prospect in that regard as this is a very deep year for cornerbacks and he is certainly one of the best in the nation. He has good size, and his school biography calls him the best cover man Iowa State has had in recent memory, which may or may not be saying a lot–I put some real stock into that statement. He has been a starter since he was a freshman, and has totaled 175 tackles, five interceptions, and 18 pass breakups. There are not a lot of people who talk about this guy, but he could certainly be a gem in next year’s draft, as he can contribute in a variety of ways as well as develop into a starting cornerback in the NFL.
Round Projection:
Johnson is a senior and will get another opportunity to showcase his abilities during the post-season All Star Games where he has a chance to shoot his draft stock up, if he is as impressive as he was against Justin Blackmon he could end up going in the second or third round. Right now he’s probably an early third day pick.
http://nflmocks.com/2011/11/26/leona...es/#more-19668

Brandon Boykin Georgia 5-10 180
Brandon Boykin
Positives:
+ Loose man coverage- as long as he isn’t asked to jam a receiver off the line, he can cover anyone
+ Athleticism- sub 4.4 40, loose hips, phenomenal athlete that won dunk contest in high school (and he’s 5’10)
+ Production- rarely allows catches
+ Ball skills- above average hands
+ Character- plays with on field intensity, clearly has worked hard to gain a knowledge of the game
+ Pretty good kick returner
Negatives:
- Size- 5’10 180lbs, and I love corners with size
- Strength- can’t jam the release of a wide receiver, not a great tackler
- Poor run stopper- don’t get me wrong, he’s a willing run stopper, and he has solid instincts, but his lack of size and strength makes him awful at tackling a running back, and he can’t shed blocks either
- Has to play in the right scheme- if he isn’t playing loose man, he will fail
Georgia senior cornerback Brandon Boykin is one of the most productive corners in the FBS. He always dominates in coverage, but his lack of strength could really hurt him in the NFL.
Boykin has good speed, but poor size. He is incredibly fast, but at 5’10 180lbs, he is about as small as any corner I have ever scouted. He has good recovery speed and he accelerates quickly, but his lack of size really hurts him in coverage.
Boykin is a phenomenal athlete. He’s a fluid athlete with loose hips, quick feet, and unbelievable leaping ability. He has the speed and athleticism to cover any player, and he uses those gifts to also be one of the best kick and punt returners in the FBS. Boykin’s athleticism is the main reason he’s a draft prospect.
Boykin seems to have good character. He has no off the field issues to my knowledge, and he plays the game with excellent on field intensity. He also has worked hard to learn about the game. His intangibles don’t seem to be anything to worry about.
Boykin has mediocre stats, but they are misleading. He has awful tackle numbers, but that’s largely because he never allows catches and doesn’t have many receivers to tackle. However, he has not been a productive run stopper. He has been a starter since sophomore year, and he has always been getting a fair amount of interceptions since he has been a starter, but his lack of tackles are a reason for concern.
Boykin has solid ball skills. He has good hands, and he accelerates quickly enough to get a great break on the ball. He is also always in position to make a play on the ball. However, his short arms make it difficult for his to deflect some passes. His ball skills aren’t a reason for concern.
Boykin’s biggest issue is his lack of strength. Even for a guy as small as he is, his strength is awful. He can’t be trusted in press man coverage, and he has always struggled to jam the routes of wide receivers and get into position in zone coverage. He plays hard, but his lack of strength hurts so many aspects of his game.
Boykin is an awful run stopper. He plays hard, and he has good instincts, but he lacks strength, and his short arms makes it almost impossible for him to even wrap his arms around bigger running backs. He is a poor tackler, and he is very poor at shedding off blocks.
Ultimately, in the right scheme, Boykin is a pro bowler. He is truly unbeatable in loose man coverage, but unless he goes to a team that will use his limited skill set, his talent will be a waste (well, he’ll still return kicks). If a coach is willing to use him exclusively in loose man coverage, he’ll be a great player. I’m not huge on him, because I still love corners with size, but he can still be a good player (who is destined to play for the Falcons).
NFL Comparison: Pacman Jones without character issues.
http://nflmocks.com/2011/10/15/brand...outing-report/

9. Cliff Harris Oregon 5-10 170
Man Coverage: Rarely asked to play at the line of scrimmage in press coverage, though he appears to have the quick feet and loose hips to perform well in this scheme. Very experienced in off-man coverage, demonstrating a low, tight back pedal, fluid turning motion and straight-line speed to stick with any receiver in the country. Possesses a legitimate second gear when the ball is in flight and competes for every pass.
Zone Coverage: Excellent anticipatory skills. Sneaks a peek back at the quarterback when he can and will vacate his assignment to break on underneath routes. Possessing an explosive burst downhill to close on the ball. Isn't a physical hitter who is going to intimidate anyone but has very good lateral agility to break down in space and is a reliable open field tackler.
Ball Skills: Possesses very good hands and body control for the position. Times his leaps well, has a very good vertical jump and high-points passes, showing the hand-eye-coordination normally associated with wideouts. Very good vision, agility and straight line speed for the return. To nitpick, Harris carries the ball too loosely when he has it. Muffs the occasional punt and has had the ball ripped out of his hands on returns, as well (Stanford). This would appear to be mainly a concentration issue, however, while he focusing more on making a big play rather than ball security.
Run Support: A bit inconsistent in supporting the run. More than willing to take on the back in space - including bigger ball-carriers - but is okay with his teammates doing the dirty work, as well. Good quickness, agility and aggression in slipping past receiver blocks, but can get tied up by bigger, stronger wideouts. Inconsistent effort in pursuit, though he picks it up a notch when he sees the ball-carrier has a chance for a big play. Takes good angles in pursuit when necessary.
Tackling: A surprisingly effective tackler considering that he often relies on taking the knees out from the ball-carrier. Very good body control and accuracy to strike at the legs of the ball-carrier and does a nice job of wrapping his arms to stop the bigger man. Willing to lower his shoulder and play with physicality, but isn't going to scare anyone with his hitting ability.
Intangibles: Of his seven career interceptions, four have come against Luck (two), Matt Barkley (one) and Jake Locker (one). Legitimate character red-flags. Has reportedly racked up more than $5,000 in traffic fines over the past three years stemming from various arrests for speeding, driving with a suspended license, driving without insurance, failing to stop at a stop sign and minor in possession of alchohol, among other things. Fresno County court records indicate that Harris has not held a valid driver's license for more than two years. His latest brush with the law came in a car originally rented by a University of Oregon employee. Harris and a teammate were stopped in the early morning hours of July 12 driving 118 miles per hour along Interstate 5 in the rented Nissan Altima.
Ducks’ CB gets boot … Oregon has dismissed star junior CB/KR Cliff Harris from the team. Harris, a 2010 All-American, was originally suspended for the Ducks’ season-opening loss to LSU for an incident over the summer in which he was clocked doing 118 mph while driving a car rented in the name of a university employee. Harris then was suspended for the last 5 games of the season after being charged with a series of violations in a second traffic incident.
http://www.gbnreport.com/index.htm
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/1664296/cliff-harris

Jayron Hosley 5-10 170
Pros:
Ball hawk
Great Hands (his best asset)

Great hip movement, fluid athlete

Very adapt backpedal
Does a tremendous job looking back for the football
Has return skills
Great leaping ability
Good instincts in zone coverage
Productive
Quick reflexes
Long arms, helps make up for some of the size issues
Cons:
Can be abused by larger WR’s
Does not do a good job jamming WR’s
Can be a detriment in the red zone because of his size (lack of)
Will get beat by double moves do to his aggressive playing style
Not a great tackler
Player Comparison: Asante Samuel
Impression: An undersized zone corner who lacks ideal size and doesn't run overly well. Exhibits "plus" ball skills and a natural feel in zone, but is raw with his footwork in man coverage and looks more like a cover two guy only who might be best suited to play inside.
http://nflmocks.com/2011/10/22/2012-scouting-report-jayron-hosley-cb-vt

Stephon Gilmore South Carolina 6-1 195

This is our Stephon Gilmore Scouting report, the talented CB that plays for South Carolina. For all of our other scouting reports go to our scouting report page

Positives
+ Size- 6’1 195lb cornerback
+ Versatility- can rush the quarterback, equally effective in zone and man
+ Strength- can jam receivers effectively in press; good tackler
+ Instincts/Intelligence- understands offenses, great on field awareness, has a nose for the football
+ Character- plays hard, SEC all-academic
+ Returns punts
Negatives:
- Average speed (anything average is a negative for a first round prospect)
- Average fluidity
- Below average ball skills
- Didn’t actually return punts effectively
I love South Carolina junior cornerback Stephon Gilmore. The value he has on the Game****’s defense is immense. I don’t know where they would be without him.
Gilmore has good physical tools. He has tremendous height for a corner (6’1), solid bulk, and decent speed for his size. He also has good strength. However, he isn’t the most fluid athlete changing directions, and he takes a while to reach top speed, which can occasionally hurt him on the deep ball when he is trying to recover.
Gilmore is excellent in man coverage. He displays ideal route recognition skills, and he uses his strength and physicality to dominate in press man coverage. He also uses his hands well to prevent separation and reroute receivers in press coverage. SEC quarterbacks rarely look his way in man coverage.
Gilmore is a natural in zone coverage. He is one of the most instinctive corners I’ve ever seen. He is a natural at reading the quarterback’s eyes, he has a sixth sense of knowing what receivers if any are running through his zone even if he is staring at the quarterback (probably just great peripheral vision), and he is always in position to make a play on the receiver. He is also disciplined in coverage.
Gilmore has great instincts and knowledge of the game. He isn’t fooled by play actions or trick plays, he has ideal discipline in coverage allowing him to be there to make a play, and he has a nose for the football. He has a great knowledge of the game that allows him to read offenses and send signals to other defenders, and his on field awareness & intelligence is fantastic. A great example of this can be seen early in the 2010 game against Georgia. Gilmore intentionally did a stutter step with his feet before the play without going in to the neutral zone and successfully tricked a receiver into doing a false start. He also makes sure to disguise his role in the defense’s coverage scheme, often moving farther off the receiver or getting into position for press man after the quarterback has done his pre-snap reads and is about to snap the ball.
Something that I also saw with Gilmore is underrated versatility. To start, he is probably the best blitzing cornerback I have ever seen. He disguises his blitz brilliantly, he does a good job of using his hands and quickness to shed off blocks, and he hits the quarterback quickly enough so that the quarterback doesn’t have time to get rid of the football if/when Gilmore sheds his block. He also shows run stopping ability, and he always does a good job when playing a deep zone (mainly in cover 3), which makes me think that if he doesn’t do a great job at corner in the NFL (which I doubt will happen), he could have an effective career at safety. He also is South Carolina’s punt returner, which shows he has some explosiveness and power with the ball in his hands (Admittedly, he isn’t a great punt returner). Also, in the Florida State game, South Carolina used him as a wildcat quarterback for a few plays in the 4th quarter, and he was brilliant. He played quarterback in high school, and threw a perfectly accurate 29 yard pass to Alshon Jeffrey in the drive, and he did a good job of running the football. Don’t be surprised to see Gilmore play in Wildcat formations every once in a while in the NFL.
Gilmore’s biggest issue is a lack of ball skills. He doesn’t accelerate quickly enough to jump routes, and he has short arms that can make it difficult to deflect passes. However, he rarely drops potential interceptions.
In the end, I think of Gilmore as a future NFL pro bowl corner. As I’ve mentioned in a previous article, I love corners with size (for those who don’t want to read the whole thing, I’ll summarize it; big corners with strength can jam the release of wide receivers to the point that safeties have the freedom to line up closer to the line of scrimmage and still cover a deep zone, because the receivers took a longer time to get into their route). Gilmore’s size and strength entices me. His production in coverage is phenomenal. And he will be a great player in the NFL.
NFL Comparison: Charles Woodson. It’s funny that the first 3 players I wrote scouting reports on for the 2012 draft were all compared to Packers (Andrew Luck to Aaron Rodgers for underrated mobility, Joe Adams to Greg Jennings for their ability to create yards after the catch). Gilmore bears much resemblance to Woodson; excellent size, average speed, returned punts in college, great strength, and outstanding ability to stop the run. Woodson has more of a knack for interceptions, but what is probably the biggest evidence of resemblance is their pass rushing ability. They are 2 of the best blitzing corners ever to play the game. And they are both great players
Grade: 98 (deserves to be a top 6 pick)
Projection: 96 (likely to be drafted around pick 12)


http://nflmocks.com/2011/07/15/stephon-gilmore-2012-scouting-report/

Josh Robinson Central Florida 5-10 192
Central Florida cornerback Josh Robinson is already considered one of the top prospects for the 2012 NFL Draft even though he's only a junior. What he lacks in size, he makes up for with a great ability to run with a receiver and react to the ball. Shows a good, but not great lower half, and plays too tight in his hips. He wastes some motion in his backpedal, but his quick feet make up for it. As a tackler, he needs work. Robinson tends to tackle too high and needs to break down and wrap. He's also not physical enough to get off blocks on the edge.
Since Robinson did well to shut down A.J. Green in UCF's bowl game last year, his stock is a little overvalued. He needs to work harder at maintaining inside leverage since he'll often get beat on a receiver's cut to the inside.
The bottom line is that he is a reactive corner and not an instinctual one. In order to take his game to the next level, he'll have to learn the finer nuances of the position and is not a first or second round prospect as some think.
Robinson projects as a fifth round pick in the 2012 NFL Draft.
http://www.fftoolbox.com/nfl_draft/profile_display.cfm?prospect_id=2981

Dwight Bentley Louisiana-Lafayette 5-11 179
A thin, narrow framed corner who lacks ideal girth/muscle tone through his lower half. However, he's a long armed defensive back with a noticeably big set of hands and isn't afraid to help out in run support. Showcases a good burst attacking the line of scrimmage, but fails to take consistent angles in the run game. Doesn't breakdown real well and will whiff into contact when trying to wrap at full speed. Does a much better job setting his feet and taking better angles toward his target in the pass game after he gives up a completion. Uses his length well to wrap and despite not being overly physical, works his legs through contact and routinely gets his man on the ground.

Showcases the ability to sit into his drop off the line in press coverage. However, isn't overly physical with his bump. Displays average lateral quickness when asked to mirror, but doesn't stay real balanced into contact. Is at his best in off/zone concepts when he can keep his eyes in the backfield and use his "plus" first step and closing burst to drive on the football. Gets a bit upright sitting on routes, but lowers his base, doesn't waste much motion and takes good angles toward the ball. Needs to do a better job however, when asked to open up his hips and turn to run. Too often locks his hips prematurely when playing with his back to the sideline and gets upright when asked to turn and run. Possesses good straight-line speed and looks like a high 4.4 guy. However, takes him a step or two to reach top end speed and will struggle to re-direct. Is going to need to polish his footwork and do a better job feeling routes around him. Is a bit inconsistent with his instincts jumping receivers in the secondary and doesn't do a great job disrupting their timing down the field in cover two.

Impression: A thinner corner with some natural range and click and close ability. However, he isn't real physical, isn't a great tackler and needs some work from a technique standpoint
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=37452

RJ Blanton Notre Dame 6-1 200
A tall, long armed defender with a big frame and an imposing presence off the line. Does a nice job using his length to disrupt off the line in press coverage. He does a good job shooting with his proper hand and when he gets into contact has the body control to stick through the play and make it tough to disengage. However, he isn't the quickest off the line and really struggles with his lateral quickness at times, allowing receivers to free themselves off the line. He does get a bit leggy and gives up initial separation down the field. He possesses good straight-line speed for his size, but isn't a real gifted self-starter and needs a couple steps to get up to speed.

In press bail, he will sit into his drop initially and will stay somewhat compact/balanced with his footwork in his drop. Gets good enough depth, but again will pop upright and get leggy out of his breaks in space. The same flaws show up in zone coverage, as he bends over at the waist when he plays with his back to the sideline despite having a solid feel of routes developing around him. He will too often take additional steps in order to collect himself before getting out of his breaks and closing on the ball. For his size, he exhibits good enough fluidity but he just wastes too many steps trying to breakdown and close when asked to play in space. Is a solid wrap-up guy, but I would like to see him take more pride in defeating blocks on the edge for his size; he gets hung up to quickly.

Impression: Is a nice sized kid with some press man skills and upside. Is a bit scheme limited, but he's a good size/speed athlete who can re-route off the ball. Has some starting upside, but as of now looks like a draftable reserve who needs to play on the outside.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=37641

Omar Bolden Arizona State 5-11 195
A little on the short side, but is solidly built and has the frame to play either on the outside or in the slot. Is a naturally gifted athlete with impressive fluidity in the hips and burst out of his breaks. Does a decent job sitting into his drop off the line keeping his base down, and when asked to drive on throws under him or re-direct, there's an obvious closing burst to his game. Opens and closes his hips effortlessly when changing directions and if he maintains his balance he's extremely tough to separate from in man. Possesses good ball skills, undercutting throws and can be dynamic with the football in his hands. Is a threat on special teams as he possesses very good speed and lateral quickness to make a man miss and accelerate. Displays good straight-line speed, has the ability to make up for a false step and looks like a legit low 4.4 guy.

However, he needs to continue to improve his overall footwork and technique in coverage. Has a tendency to get upright the longer he has to sit into his drop. Is fidgety with his footwork hopping out of his breaks and has a hitch in his transition in order to catch himself down the field. Needs a couple of steps in order to get back up to speed because of it and will let receivers get behind him. To his credit he has the speed to get himself back into the play, but struggles with balance again when asked to re-set his feet and high point the football. Isn't overly physical and needs to do a better job creating more of a bump into contact, especially down the field. Too often receivers can be physical with him out of their breaks and separate as they knock him off the ball. Shows flashes of tackling in the run game, however too often takes bad angles toward the ball carrier and comes flying in out of control or is sealed on the edge by bigger receivers. Displays natural click and close ability in zone coverage, takes good angles and has a natural feel for the game when the ball is in the air, but at times is a bit reactive in zone.

Missed the 2011 season due to a knee injury, will need to check out medically.

Impression: The skill set is there for this guy to be a starter in the NFL. Needs to play a little stronger and has to clean up his footwork in order to stick, but gives you some versatility to play inside and out on a defense.
www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=33526

Antonio Fenelus Wisconsin 5-9 190
A tough, instinctive little corner who lacks ideal size for the position. Isn't a guy you can trust to press on the outside and play up near the line of scrimmage. Works hard to stay in to play vs. the run game, but can be rag dolled at times on the edge and sealed from the action easily. Is a willing tackler on the outside though who takes good angles and will chop down ball carries on contact. At times however, will struggle to get into the body of his target.

Displays the ability to sit into his drop, keep his feet under him and click and close on the football cleanly. Looks comfortable in off/zone concepts, reads the game well in front of him, doesn't waste much motion when breaking on a throw and gets his hands on a lot of footballs. Possesses good straight-line speed vertically. He allows his pad level to get a bit upright when asked to turn and run, but he's fluid in the hips and can get back to speed quickly. Obviously will struggle with bigger receivers down the field in jump ball situations. When playing up near the line in press bail displays good change of directions skills and footwork from a trail technique. Doesn't get real overextended, will chop his feet at times, but collects himself quickly and has a burst out of his breaks. Displays good ball skills, adjusts to the football and can create turnovers.

Impression: A good football player who looks limited to more of a zone/off scheme because of his size. If he were a couple inches bigger I think he'd be a potential starter, but as is, looks like a potential later round pick who could make a roster and fight for time inside.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=38091

Jamell Fleming Oklahoma 5-11 191
Possesses good height and length for the position. Is a bit thin framed, especially through the lower half, but has the natural size to continue to fill out. Is a smooth, coordinated corner who does a nice job off the line sitting into his drop, cleanly works his back-pedal and maintains good balance throughout. In off coverage/zone will start to get a bit upright at times taking away from his initial burst. However, he doesn't waste much movement out of his breaks and possesses a good closing burst on throws. Displays good instincts as well. Has a natural feel for the pass game, deciphers information quickly and routinely gets early jumps on the football.

Plays fast, displays good lateral quickness when asked to play in man near the line. Isn't overly physical, but does a nice job being patient, looking fluid when opening up his hips and getting up to speed quickly. Possesses good speed for the position, but not great. However, plays fast because he can keep his pad level down when asked to turn and run, tracks the ball well vertically with the body control to adjust and get his hands on the pass. Displays good confidence vertically and does a nice job maintaining his footing when asked to look and lean. Will at times get caught drifting backward off the line in press bail and won't keep his feet under him. Possesses the body control to catch himself quickly, but will give up inside leverage at times.

Isn't a real physical kid on the outside when asked to fend off blocks and tackle in the run game. Displays some savvy timing up snap counts and flying off the edge, but is a drag down guy only who can be handled and pushed past run plays easily. Plays exclusively on the boundary and his lack of elite make up speed might be covered up by playing in tight areas often. Wasn't enrolled at the University during the spring of 2011 for academic issues. But was re-enrolled the following June.

Impression: He's a balanced, coordinated kid who keeps his feet under him when changing directions and can turn and run. Doesn't give up much separation, knows how to make plays on the football and if he can improve as a tackler looks like a guy who warrants a starting job in the NFL down the line.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=33055

Terrence Frederick Texas A&M 5-10 184
An undersized corner who lacks ideal physicality to his game both off the line and as a tackler. Struggles to routinely breakdown in space and too often whiffs into contact. Lacks ideal footwork/balance off the line even in zone coverage. He often gets overextended with his footing, will lock at the knees and struggle to re-direct. Often times looks to be playing from behind and lacks ideal balance from a trail technique. Doesn't breakdown well and/or re-direct out of his breaks when trying to make up for false steps.

Isn't a real physical presence in press coverage either and again, really struggles with his balance when asked to turn and run. Too often drifts downfield when trying to collect himself and high point the ball. Lacks ideal body control and too often will turn his back to the play in order to collect himself, regain his footing and give up far too much separation in the process.

Impression: Lacks ideal balance/footwork in all areas of the game and displays only average play speed because of it. Doesn't look like an NFL corner
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=38349

Mike Harris Florida State 5-11 195
A former JUCO kid who made an immediate impact in the FSU secondary as a junior in 2011. Has experience playing both inside and out, possesses average height, but a physically put together frame. Demonstrates good power into contact in the run game. Is fearless as a tackler, generates a good burst closing into contact, stays low, wraps and is a physical striker for his size. Takes good angles toward the ball carrier, breaks down well and is far from a drag down guy. Creates collisions on contact, always seems to be working toward the football and is a "plus" tackler for his size.

Tries to sit low into his stance but tends to bend too often at the waist and get hunched over. However, stays low in his drop, does a decent job keeping his feet under him and showcases the fluidity and bend to stay low and create an explosive first step when changing directions. Does a nice job keeping his pad level down, which allows him to create a burst from his lower half. Now, has a tendency to get a bit overextended with his footwork out of his breaks and I would like to see him stay a bit more compact, but he still exhibits the ability to collect himself quickly and close on the football. Demonstrates good range off his frame, has a natural feel for the football in zone when asked to close with "plus" ball skills down the field.

Isn't afraid to be physical off the line and press. However, has a tendency to hop toward his target off the snap, isn't real balanced or technically sound with his hand placement when trying to re-route. Fluidly, is able to turn and run and possesses solid play speed, but isn't a burner. Looks like a high 4.4/low 4.5 guy who will give up initial separation vs. faster receivers. Tracks the ball well, for the most part will locate the throw and exhibits the balance to make a play.

Impression: Looks like a physical slot guy to me who can play in both man and zone concepts, and will tackle the football.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=50429

Casey Hayward Vanderbilt 5-11 188
Possesses good height and a thin build, but has the frame to add additional girth without losing much athleticism. Displays a natural feel for the pass game in zone coverage. Keeps his head on a swivel, feels routes develop around him and displays the fluidity in his hips to quickly open up and make a play on the football. Is at his best in off coverage where he can sit in routes, read and react, and can simply undercut throws. Displays some natural click and close ability when driving on passes in front of him. However, gets too upright in his drop, doesn't consistently keep his base under him and wastes too much motion out of his breaks. Not as clean as he could be driving on the football. Picked off 6 passes last year and recorded 17 passes defended. But displays only slightly above-average ball skills. Will leave some picks on the field and I don't think his ball skills are quite as good as his stats make them out to be. Needs to do a better job catching the football more consistently.

Not real comfortable in man coverage at this stage however. Lacks great straight-line speed and doesn't seem to trust himself on an island. When he plays closer to the line likes to prematurely open up his hips in order to keep receivers from quickly getting behind him, will give up routine separation underneath. Gets upright when asked to turn and run, doesn't possess the type of second gear to quickly get back up to speed and can easily be taken advantage of by vertical speed. Gets leggy out of his breaks as well trying to re-direct because of his high pad level.

He does locate the football well in all areas of the game, possess good balance when asked to adjust to the throw and possesses the coordination to make a play at the highest point. Is only an average drag down tackler, and lacks pop into contact but takes good angles toward the football and gives an honest effort.

Impression: A smart, productive corner who can consistently make plays on the football. He's not a guy who will consistently hold up in man on the outside in the NFL. However, he's shown the ability to routinely get early jumps on the football and come down with the catch. Looks like one of the safer prospects in the draft as a cover two type guy.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=37107

Asa Jackson Cal Poly 5-10 188
Possesses average height with a leaner frame. Looks a bit taller because of good length, but needs to get a bit stronger. Plays mostly off on the Cal Poly defense and showcases natural bend/flexibility when asked to sit into his drop. Showcases quick footwork when working his back-pedal, maintains his balance well and looks fluid in the hips when asked to turn and run. Exhibits good foot quickness and can sink his hips and stay down when asked to click and close on plays in front of him. Collects himself quickly vs. the double move, showcases the ability to reach top end speed quickly and has a second gear vertically down the field. Gets his head around well, tracks the football and possesses the balance to collect his feet and go get the football.

Possesses natural change of directions skills out of his breaks and at times on tape will actually over run the route and give up completions on the back shoulder when driving on the football. Exhibits good ball awareness when tracking both intermediate and vertical routes, using his length to get his hands in between the receiver and ball.

Has a tendency at times however to get a bit anxious when looking to turn and run. Will turn his hips out prematurely at times and struggles to get back out of his breaks against the grain. Will allow his pad level to get upright at times when trying to sit on routes and may need a couple steps to get back up to speed. Also, lacks a consistent feel in off coverage feeling routes under him, gives up too much of a cushion at times allowing too many easy completions under him. However, showcases a good burst driving on the football, takes good angles and isn't afraid to drive and tackle. Will stick his head in the action and for a small corner exhibits good wrap-up ability and toughness to his game. Also, adds some talent in the return game. Showcases a good feel in the open field, can make defenders miss and accelerate quickly to daylight.

Impression: An intriguing small-school corner with some natural fluidity, foot quickness and ball skills. Plays bigger than his frame would suggest because of length and at worst looks like a potential slot defender at the next level.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=100013

Trumaine Johnson Montana 6-2 204
A tall, good-looking prospect with some natural girth to his frame, but isn't bulky. Is still lean enough in his lower half to turn a run. Possesses good length and overall strength for the position as well. Has an ideal frame to be a press cover man and is a solid tackler in the run game. Isn't afraid to come downhill, breaks down well and takes good angles into contact. However, at times will get caught flat-footed and is slow to shoot on ball carriers allowing them to run around him. But is a solid striker who has an explosive element to his game and will wrap on contact.

Hasn't been asked to play much press coverage. Typically when near the line he's in press bail and playing in more of a cover two look with his back to the sideline. Will pop a bit upright, but showcases quick feet and natural fluidity to his game. At times he gets a bit soft and will allow too much cushion underneath giving up some easy receptions. However when trying to get out of his breaks does a nice job sinking his hips and closing quickly on the football. Showcases a natural burst to his game and uses his length and body control to get his hands on a lot of footballs. Stays surprisingly patient when asked to turn and run as well. His fluidity for a big guy is impressive, the way he stays compact with his footwork and is able to transition out of his back-pedal and track the football. Will pop upright a bit and lose a step vertically initially down the field vs. faster receivers. However, snaps his head around quickly, locates the football well and is very calm when looking to adjust and attack the throw at its highest point. Is a former wide receiver that exhibits "plus" ball skill and body control when asked to adjust and come down with the pass.

Looks like a low 4.5/high 4.4 guy and runs well for his size. Showcases the ability to be physical in coverage and when asked to get a bump on receivers down the field in cover two does a nice job adjusting his drop depending on the leverage and getting a good punch on receivers while staying balanced in his drop.

Was arrested by police for trying to break up a party back in October, and does have some character concerns attached to his name.

Impression:
A talented kid who physically/athletic reminds me a lot of Jimmy Smith (Baltimore Ravens). Now, he's not as experienced as a pressman as Smith was, but has the same type of upside and can be a similar player if he commits himself fully to the game at the next.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=100012

Jeremy Jones Wayne State 5-10 195
SEPT 19 2011 GLIAC DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK: Jeremy Jones - Wayne State (SR, S, 5-10, 189, Grand Rapids, Mich./Rockford) totaled a game-best 11 tackles (all solo) including a sack and two interceptions in Wayne State’s 27-10 win over No. 22 Michigan Tech. His first pick came on MTU’s first drive of the second half with WSU holding a 13-10 advantage. Late in the third quarter after MTU had driven to the WSU 25, Jones intercepted his second pass of the game at the Warrior 5 yard line. On what proved to be MTU’s final drive, Jones had a 5-yard sack on first down and tackled receiver Cedric Barber after a four-yard gain on 4th-and-8, allowing WSU to run out the clock. - GLIAC footballGLIAC OCT 25 DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Wayne State University junior safety Jeremy Jones tied an NCAA record with a 100-yard interception return for a touchdown on the final play of the third quarter which proved to be the game-winning touchdown in the Warrior’s 14-9 win over No. 6 Hillsdale. He also contributed nine tackles (7 solo, 2 assisted) plus three pass break-ups as the WSU defense held Hillsdale under 300 yards of total offense for the first time in 25 games, dating back to a 41-10 loss at Grand Valley on Oct. 11, 2008. - GLIAC football
http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/dsprofile.php?pyid=88749&draftyear=2012&genpos=SS

Coryell Judie Texas A&M 5-11 190
Is a bit narrow through the upper body, but possesses a thick set of legs and strong looking lower half. Displays a natural feel in the pass game when asked to play in off/zone concepts. Exhibits good awareness, feels routes develop around him and possesses good range/closing speed on the throw. Is a gifted athlete with impressive body control and ball skills when asked to go up and make a play on the football. Takes excellent angles, extends his arms well and can make some really difficult grabs off his frame and come down with the catch. Displays very good straight-line speed as well vertically. Is fluid out of his transition, gets up to speed quickly and looks natural when asked to look, lean and attack the football.

Is still developing as a man corner and isn't real polished sitting into his drop and keeping his legs under him. Fails to routinely get his hands into receivers off the line when asked to press and re-route. Allows his pad level to get upright, gets narrow with his footwork and will struggle with balance in and out of his breaks. Often is forced to collect himself and chop his feet before closing on the pass in man, and gives up his fair share of completions because of it. Is more of an athlete than polished corner off the line in coverage at this stage. Often his initial first step is forward in order to balance himself before backpedaling and too often prematurely will open up the gate and allow receivers to get inside his frame.

Exhibits the willingness and physicality to tackle in the run game. Attacks downhill with aggression, uses his long, strong arms to wrap and is a solid tackling corner. Also, adds some kick return ability to an NFL team. Sets up blocks well, accelerates quickly and will fight for a return spot as well.

Impression: He's a naturally gifted athlete with good range and great ball skills. Displays enough fluidity and balance to develop as a man-to-man corner, but looks ideally suited for a cover two type role at this stage that allows him to attack the football and create turnovers. An eventual starter in that type of scheme.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=41578

Anthony Lynn Penn State 6-1 208
A physically put together boundary corner with a big frame and muscular set of arms. Looks comfortable both in pressman and off the line in zone coverage. Possesses above-average balance to his game when re-routing off the line, can get a good jolt into receivers and sinks well into coverage. Displays good anticipation skills when asked to feel routes develop around him. Gets early jumps on the throw, adjusts well to the play and can come down with the interception. Snaps his head around quickly vertically down the field and uses his length well to get his hands on the football. However, needs to do a better job getting his feet under him and attacking the throw at its highest point. Is a bit tight hipped which shows up routinely in man coverage. Uses his length well to be physical down the field, but struggles to quickly breakdown and change directions out of his breaks. Gives up his fair share of separation even in tight areas. Is at his best in zone where he can use his anticipation skills to get early jumps on the throw, allowing him to play faster than he is at times.

Possesses only average straight-line speed for his size however, doesn't reach top end speed quickly vertically down the field. Has a tough time turning and running with faster receivers in man coverage and will allow completions behind him. Despite his size isn't the most physically impressive of tacklers. Will stick his head in and is willing, but too often gets caught not squaring up ball carriers on the outside and whiffing into contact. Would like to see him play bigger.

Impression: A tall, long corner who can be physical off the line and displays a good feel in zone coverage. Looks like a cover two guy only who will struggle when asked to turn and run vs. faster NFL receivers. But he has the size to tackle, plays the ball well and looks like a reserve type corner who needs to play on the outside in order to be effective.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=37987

De’Quan Menzie Alabama 6-0 198
Looks and plays bigger than his frame would indicate. Possesses a long set of arms and some natural strength to his game when asked to play near the line of scrimmage. Will play on the outside in Alabama's base front, but will kick inside to the slot in nickel situations. Isn't a real gifted athlete though despite his size. Doesn't look real flexible sitting into his stance, lacks ideal initial quickness to slide his feet and mirror off the line when trying to press and routinely gets overextended and off balance. Now, to his credit does a nice job using his length to knock receivers off balance and catch himself at times. But is tighter in the hips and has a tough time quickly changing directions to mirror.

In off-coverage from the slot he also has a tough time sitting low into is drop, keeping his base down and quickly getting out of his breaks. Gets upright when trying to turn and run, lacks much of a burst and looks like a 4.6 guy. Doesn't have much in the form of make-up speed and struggles to track the football if he can't get his hands on the receiver. To his credit does a nice job feeling routes develop around him, will get early jumps on the throw and read receivers well prior to their breaks. Is also a physical defensive back when asked to play the run. Isn't afraid to take on bigger blocks, extends his arms well and can fend his way off contact. However, lacks the closing speed to be a big time threat in pursuit.

Isn't natural in press bail either. His tighter hips keep him from dropping his pad level and driving on throws under him. Too often gets high when trying to turn and run and takes far too many additional steps in order to catch himself, giving up significant separation in the process.

Impression: A physical kid who can bully receivers when he gets his hands on them, will tackle and get early jumps on the football. But is a tighter athlete who lacks the straight-line speed needed to hold up at the next level.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=46093

Josh Norman Coastal Carolina 6-1 194
A big, competitive, smooth-moving FCS ballhawk, Norman has intriguing length, athletic ability and ball reactions — can highpoint throws and has good hands to intercept (34 career passes defended entering senior season). Is flexible to sink/open his hips, redirect and accelerate. Shows burst to close or recover. Quickly reads and supports the run, though he does not control his body as a tackler. Could require extra reps to grasp NFL complexities and would benefit from a taskmaster position coach.
http://www.profootballweekly.com/prospects/player/josh-norman-24/

Micah Pellerin Hampton 6-0 187
Hampton's Micah Pellerin is generating a strong buzz in scouting circles as one of the top small-school prospects. The 6-foot, 187-pound corner is big and physical with excellent cover skills. According to an AFC scout who recently paid Hampton a visit, Pellerin is "legitimate" with all of the tools to play corner or possibly safety at the next level. The scout raved about Pellerin's toughness, aggressiveness and hard-hitting approach.
http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000...h-pair-of-lsu-corners-building-buzz-with-play

Shaun Prater Iowa 5-11 185
Possesses a tall, lean frame with long arms and a narrow lower half. Is going to need to add some additional girth and continue to get stronger. Displays good bend and flexibility in his drop as he sits into his stance well and is patient off the line, trusting his ability to turn and run. Looks very comfortable in off coverage, stays low, maintains balance with his footwork and is clean/fluid when asked to re-direct and close on the football. Can also be physical up near the line as well. Gets a bit fidgety with his footwork when trying to mirror in pressman, will hop laterally getting caught with his feet parallel. But extends his long arms well, can get a nice bump, maintains his balance/footing and cleanly will turn and run.

Is developing his feel for the pass game, showcases the ability to feel routes at times, undercut throws and take good angles toward the football in zone. However, needs to be a bit more patient, can get overaggressive, prematurely jump routes and take himself out of position to make plays. Gets a bit nonchalant on the outside and trusts his range a bit too much vertically. Can turn and run, displays good fluidity in the hips, has an initial burst to his game. But doesn't have the kind of elite second gear to make up for an overaggressive false step as receivers can get behind him on any type of double move. Looks like a low 4.5 guy on tape to me who plays fast because of footwork and just needs to do a better job being patient in space.

Impression: Is still developing his feel in zone and needs to add more weight. However, he's smooth, fluid and coordinated in his drop and out of his breaks. Has a chance to start in the NFL, more of a zone corner though.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=37402

Antwuan Reed Pittsburgh 5-10 190
Possesses only average size, he only has a little girth through his lower half and slightly above-average length, and is going to struggle vs. bigger receivers in the NFL. He isn't a real polished defender, struggling to keep his base down off the snap, and he gets leggy and isn't real compact with his footwork in his drop. He lacks ideal balance when trying to mirror off the line, he pops up quickly in his transition out of his drop and doesn't exhibit the ability to get up to speed quickly vertically. Too often, he is forced to collect himself before getting back up to speed and he gives up his fair share of separation down the field. Also, he isn't real balanced when asked to break down and quickly change directions, and too often just rolls in and out of his breaks, doesn't keep his feet under him and isn't real sharp when asked to breakdown and click and close.

He exhibits a solid feel in zone coverage, which is what he's asked to play most of the time. He plays mostly on the field side where he can keep his eyes in the backfield, get early jumps on the football and break on throws off his frame. He takes good angles in his drop when playing with his back to the sideline, understands angles and makes it difficult for receivers to simply run the out and separate on him. Exhibits some fluidity in the hips, he just needs to clean up his footwork and learn to stay lower out of his breaks. He locates the ball well down the field, but struggles with his balance when trying to breakdown and doesn't have the kind of great second gear to make up for a false step.

Impression: Possesses decent size, but isn't a real straight-line athlete and I don't think he's balanced/physical enough as a corner to make a living inside in the NFL either.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=37960

Coty Sensabaugh Clemson 5-11 185
He’s got good size at 5-11, 187, recognizes routes well pre-snap and can read and react quickly in coverage. He will get a bit choppy and upright out of his breaks. However, he was physical off the line and showcases the ability to turn and run. I don’t know if he’s worth a draft pick. But because of his “plus” smarts, I wouldn’t be shocked at all if the guy ends up making an NFL roster.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/Players-AllStar-Classic-Practice-Notes.html

Ryan Steed Furman 5-11 190
Looks a little bigger on tape than his frame would suggest. Is a longer armed kid with a decently built frame through his upper half. When watching him on tape the first thing that stuck out to me about his game was the overall fluidity he possessed. He's got the ability to cleanly open up his hips, collect himself and change directions. Plus, he exhibits quick footwork, the ability to stay low when he doesn't have to turn and run, and generates a solid burst initially toward the throw. Does a nice job in off-coverage reading the receivers hips and driving on throws in front of him. Uses his length well to get his hands around the receiver and on the football. Showcases some physicality down the field through contact, but when engaged keeps his balance, snaps his head around and can re-direct toward the football.

On top of all that he locates the football well, exhibits "plus" balance and ball skills when asked to go make a play on the throw in jump ball situations and can highpoint the play with ease. Displays a willingness to tackle in the run game, takes solid angles, breaks down well and will wrap on contact.

Steed isn't a real polished corner off the line. He isn't patient in his back-pedal, likes to prematurely open up his hips and side saddle his way into his drop. This forces him to routinely get upright when asked to turn and run, which takes away from his initial burst and ability to reach top end speed quickly down the field.

Now to his credit Steed does a nice job tracking the play. However, it's vs. quarterbacks who can't drive the football down the field and against receivers who don't run overly well. Therefore, even if he gives up a step vertically, typically the competition can't get the ball out there anyway. However, at the next level this is an area where he could instantly be exposed. On top of that, despite his solid initial burst, Steed doesn't look like a burner, even at the I-AA, level. He plays faster in tight areas, but looks more like a low 4.5 guy to me.

Impression:
Displays natural change of directions skills and can play the football, but looks more like a cover two guy only early on, who must play with his back to the sideline because of his struggles to stay coordinated/low in his drop and out of his transition.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=100010

Trevin Wade Arizona 5-11 192
Possesses a good-looking frame, long arms and natural girth through his base. However, isn't a real natural bender sitting into his drop. Allows his pad level to stay upright in his back-pedal, looks fidgety and takes too short of steps trying to keep his feet under him and really struggles with balance out of his breaks. Is forced to take an overextended step in order to create any kind of explosion on click and close plays under him. As a result, wastes too much motion trying to get his feet back under him, that he doesn't put himself around many footballs.

Isn't real fluid/quick laterally when playing up near the line either. Again, plays upright, struggles to get his hands on defenders and can be out quicked when trying to create a press. Doesn't have great straight-line speed and because he plays high has a tough time getting back up to speed quickly. Doesn't make up ground quickly once he loses a step and plays like a mid 4.5 guy. Possesses average physicality on the outside for his size, but isn't a difference maker in the run game. Will stick his head in, but isn't the most physical or consistent of wrap up guys.

Impression: A nice sized kid who lacks ideal quickness and initial explosion to his game. Is going to have a tough time holding up in man coverage at the next level.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=37308

Corey White Samford 5-11 203
Played running back, wide receiver and cornerback in addition to lettering in basketball and track as a Georgia prep. Played in all 11 games as a reserve in 2008, recording 15 tackles, three pass breakups and no interceptions. Tallied 36-3-2 with 2 1/2 tackles for loss in 11 games in ’09. Moved into the starting lineup at cornerback in ’10 and posted 31-7-1 with two tackles for loss and two forced fumbles in 11 games. Led the team in interceptions and earned first-team all-conference honors in ’11 after posting 58-5-4 with three tackles for loss, two forced fumbles and a blocked kick against The Citadel in 11 starts.
http://www.profootballweekly.com/prospects/player/corey-white-3/

Chris Greenwood Albion 6-1 195
Possesses a tall, physically put together frame. Looks the part and exhibits good straight-line speed. Has a good first step and can run well as a linear athlete. However, isn't real natural in his drop. Isn't real quick footed, is a bit tighter in and out of his breaks and is slow to quickly re-direct and close. Looks leggy trying to change directions and gives up a ton of separation vs. the jump in competition at the East/West Shrine game. Doesn't do a great job identifying routes and is too often slow to reach the receiver out of his breaks.

Impression: A good looking kid who can run and warrants a spot in a camp. Better athlete than football player at this stage as he struggles to sit low and quickly get out of his breaks.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=100047

Jeremy Lane Northwestern St. 6-0 183
Has the size and talent to get drafted. Needs to get a bit stronger and clean up his footwork, but has the skill set to play both inside and out in the NFL.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/NFL-DRAFT-Late-round-sleepers-worth-monitoring.html
 
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Safeties:
1. Mark Barron Alabama 6-2 218
2. Lance Mitchell Oregon State 6-2 207
3.
Markelle Martin Oklahoma State 6-1 192
4.
Trenton Robertson Michigan State 5-10 195
5.
Harrison Smith Notre Dame 6-2 215
6. Jerrell Young South Florida 6-1 209
7.
Duke Ihenacho San Jose St. 6-0 204
8.
Brandon Taylor Louisiana St. 6-0 194
9.
Janzen Jackson McNeese St. 6-0 190
10. Josh Bush Wake Forest 5-11 205
11. Robert Golden Arizona 5-11 200
12. Larry Parker San Diego State 5-11 170
13. Harrison Smith Notre Dame 6-2 215
14. George Iloka Boise State 6-3 216
15. Corey Mosely Virginia 5-10 200
16. Winston Guy Kentucky 6-1 210
17. Jamarkus Gaskins Albany State 6-1 200
18. Tony Dye UCLA 5-11 216
19. Antonio Allen South Carolina 6-2 202
20. Justin Bethel Presbyterian 5-11 190
21. Sean Cattouse California 6-3 218
22. Delano Howell Stanford 5-11 198
23. Charles Mitchell Mississippi State 5-11 205
24. Eddie Pleasant Oregon 5-11 210
25. Cyhl Quarles Wake Forest 6-3 210
26. Christian Thompson South Carolina State 6-1 218
27.
Brain Peters Northwestern 6-3 220


Mark Barron Alabama 6-2 218
NFL scouts will love Barron's size, as he registers at 6'2'' and 218 pounds. He has decent speed, too, generally running in the mid-4.5s in the 40-yard dash while being clocked as fast as 4.47 from that distance. Barron is a solid pass defender, but he is best at stepping into the box and playing against the run right behind the line of scrimmage. He is both a hard hitter and a sure tackler. One minor red flag is a torn pectoral muscle that hampered him in the 2010 season finale against Auburn, but Barron is fine now. Barring any setbacks or a surprisingly poor performance at the combine, Barron should be off the board in the first round of the upcoming draft and could be the first safety taken.
http://www.fftoolbox.com/nfl_draft/profile_display.cfm?prospect_id=2737

Lance Mitchell Oregon State 6-2 207
It took a couple years for Lance Mitchell to work his way up Oregon State’s pecking order, but once he earned the starting job as a sophomore in 2009, Mitchell made his mark. It was during that season when the safety tallied 72 tackles and looked like an experienced veteran instead of a first year starter.
Mitchell turned into a leader of the secondary as an upperclassman. He ranked third on the team with 74 tackles and added two interceptions, three pass breakups and five passes defended. A knee injury hindered Mitchell’s progress heading into the 2010 season, but that did not slow him down.
Final Projection:
Mitchell could emerge as one of the better safeties in the 2012 NFL Draft class. At 6-2 and 207 pounds, he has the size to lay out the big hit. However, Mitchell is also relatively quick and can chase down the ball carrier or make up ground and breakup a pass. Mitchell will need to develop his instincts during his senior season so he can better use his speed and strength to be involved in more plays.
http://www.collegesportsmadness.com/article/713

Markelle Martin Oklahoma State 6-1 192
While the Oklahoma State offense gets all the headlines, Martin has been the lynchpin of the defense. He's often playing in center field relying on his instincts and quickness to make a play on the ball or ball carrier.
Martin has a way to go in the run game and isn't the most sound of tacklers. But he can lay a hit really well and can be an intimidating force at times. He is far from an elite safety, but in a weak class he's one of the better ones.
http://www.mockingthedraft.com/2011/...prospect-notes

Trenton Robertson Michigan State 5-10 195
A compact, well put together safety who looks a bit taller than his listed height. Does a nice job sitting into his drop off the line. Reads and reacts quickly to the run game, doesn't waste much motion when asked to drive downhill on the football and is really compact/balanced with his footwork. At times gets a bit nonchalant when responsible for playing as the last line defender and will stop moving his feet and lose a bit of his angle. However, for the most part takes consistent angles in space, displays a natural burst when closing on the ball carrier and is a consistent wrap-up tackler in all areas of the game. Drops pad level well, creates a snap at the point and brings his legs through contact.
Doesn't sit into his stance nearly as well when he knows he has to play man coverage, as he allows himself to get a bit upright in his drop. Is quickly able to diagnose the routes, but because of his higher pad level will take a false step collecting himself out of his breaks. However once he gets his feet under him exhibits a natural burst, good closing speed and adjusts well to the football. Takes very good angles underneath as well in coverage when there is a completion under him and routinely tackles in space. Will get caught sitting on routes at times, causing him to stop moving his feet and despite his ability to fluidly open his hips up and turn to run, he doesn't have the kind of elite second gear to make up for a false step when asked to run vertically. Nevertheless, does display natural balance/coordination when asked to re-direct in coverage, both in the deep half and in man and feels routes around him and routinely is able to drive on throws. Has become quite the ball hawk at times in the deep half driving on throws in front of him and cleanly re-directing laterally and getting over the top in centerfield.
Impression: Not a dynamic athlete in any area of the game but does everything at a solid NFL caliber level. Looks like a guy who can contribute early on a defense/special teams and mature into a starter you can win with.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/...ml&position=fs

Harrison Smith Notre Dame 6-2 215
Harrison Smith may be one of the most physically gifted safety prospects in the 2012 class. Smith was recruited by every big time school and was considered a coup when he chose ND. Unfortunately, he never really produced at the level expected. He played OLB for much of his time at ND. When Brian Kelly came to town he moved back to safety where he has excelled in the last year and a half. He ended 2010 with 5 INT’s in the last four games. He has yet to pick a pass off in 2011 but is always around the ball as evidenced by his 74 tackles on the season. At 6’2” 215 with 4.4 speed he is sure to intrigue NFL scouts from a physical standpoint.
http://nflsfuture.com/2012-nfl-draft-prospects-preview-notre-dame-vs-boston-college/

Jerrell Young South Florida 6-1 209
Pros
His best asset is probably his tackling, a very willing, and pretty good form tackler…The Bulls have started to gain a reputation (to me at last) for putting talented, but raw players into the league it’ll be interesting to see how he times…
Cons
Injury history…doesn’t have great instincts in coverage…hasn’t been a big producer save for one huge game vs Norte Dame…a Strong Safety only
Round projection
6-Undrafted
Thoughts
Last year the New York Giants drafted Jacquian Williams out of South Florida who no one had ever heard of. Williams has shown to be a plus athlete, who is raw, but is going to make plays in the league. The year before the Giants drafted another raw, inexperienced player out of South Florida Jason Pierre Paul. Young doesn’t strike me as that kind of player. Unlike Williams he has a singnature game that is going to get him drafted, but I don’t think he has the upside of Jacquain Williams. Young is a physical in the box safety who has some speed. He’s best suited at strong safety in the league and has a contributor on special teams.
NFLmocks preseson bio
Jerrell Young is one of the coolest stories in all of college football, though there are a ton of kids who come from tough backgrounds, you really have to appreciate a story like this one. Young really emerged last year when he had 41 tackles and three interceptions, but he made his mark this year in USF’s big victory over Notre Dame. Young forced a fumble on a Notre Dame player that was returned by a USF player for a touchdown, and then he sealed the deal with an interception to kill an Irish drive. I love that Jerrell dedicates every game to his deceased brother, who died from complications six years after being shot in the heart. “Come play with me,” he says before every game, referring to his brother. Just a really cool story, and a player you really root for.
http://nflmocks.com/2011/11/12/jerre...florida-bulls/

Duke Ihenacho San Jose St. 6-0 204

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"Ihenacho possesses a taller, but solidly built frame. He's a long armed kid with a leggy feel to his game, but at times he will sit into his stance in his drop, keep his feet under him and stay compact. However, he pops upright when asked to re-direct, taking away from his initial burst out of his breaks.
He lacks a great first step when trying to re-direct and/or change direction. He keeps his feet under him and doesn't routinely need to collect himself, but he also doesn't have a real explosive element to his game when trying to close on the football.
Ihenacho routinely gives up initial separation when playing the zone or man coverage and he has a tough time driving on the football. However, he is a "plus" instinctive safety in the deep half. When asked to read in zone, he does a nice job feeling routes develop around him despite his average range and initial burst.
He takes good angles toward the football and exhibits plus ball skills and body control, exploding up to the highest point in order to come down with the grab.
He looks only average in pursuit, showcases average straight-line speed (plays like a 4.6 guy) and has a tough time breaking down and wrapping on contact.
He will overrun the football, and ideal balance and pad level do become issues. Ihenacho showcases good length and will wrap on contact, but has a tendency to shoot high too often and will slip off tackles in the hole.
He missed most of the 2010 season with a foot injury and medically needs to be checked out.
Impression: He looks and plays more leggy than his 6-0 frame would indicate. Ihenacho lacks a great burst out of his breaks, isn't a great tackler and looks more like a reserve only/special teams guy at best."
http://www.fanaticalfootballfiend.co...g-reports.html

Brandon Taylor Louisiana St. 6-0 194
Taylor has seen a rise to his stock, that could go even higher. He can make all the plays at FS, is always in the right spot (good coaching), and is a great tackler. He is also more than capable of covering Slot WRs if necessary.
http://draftdatabase.wordpress.com/2...lers/#more-291

Janzen Jackson McNeese St. 6-0 190
Janzen Jackson S Mcnesee State (formerly of the Tennessee Volunteers)

Janzen Jackson was heading into the season as one of the most talented safety prospects in the nation, but was dismissed from the Tennessee program. Obviously, this is going to negatively effect his draft stock.

Pros: Nose for the ball…just a playmaker…can lay some big hits…Good height…good speed… very physical…athletic (hops, speed, agility)…fluid athlete…experienced…good hands for a defensive back…really flies up to the field to help in the run game…some return ability…can play sideline to sideline with his speed…durable
Cons: Character concerns (left the team due to personal reasons…was reinstated the dismissed from the teams for what were reportedly substance abuse problems)…Isn’t the greatest open field tackler, goes for the big hit too often…a little wiry in his build
Round projection: 6th to UDFA
Thoughts:
Jackson is (was? I don’t watch any McNesee State games) one of the most talented safety prospects in all of college football, but he comes with some serious baggage. Jackson could have potentially worked his way into first round discussion had he been able to stay out of trouble and deal with his issues in a healthier way (reportedly). Jackson has a lot of what you’re looking for in a safety prospect. He has good height, sideline to sideline range, he makes a lot of plays on the ball, and he can defend the middle of the field with his ferocious hits. Jackson is just a very nice prospect whose biggest on the field flaw is his form tackling (but almost everyone in the N.F.L. now doesn’t know how to form tackle). Jackson could have worked himself into first round discussion if he improved on his 2010 season, but instead he’ll have to really impress in interviews to even be drafted on the third day. Jackson’s situation is unfortunate, but he still has an opportunity to make an impact in the league. Hopefully he does.
NFLmocks preseason bio:
The Vols are holding their breath that Jackson will return to the team in 2011 after leaving for personal reasons back in February. Jackson is a tough, hard-nosed player who hits like a ton of bricks and is absolutely fearless on the field. As a sophomore, he racked up 69 tackles (four for loss), a sack, five interceptions, and six passes broken up. If he wants to keep up the style of play that he is so good at, he might need to bulk up to around 200 pounds or so, possibly more. However, for now, he is a player that is very fun to watch, and he can really hit. Hopefully, Jackson will return for his junior season and give the Vols one of the better ball-hawking defensive backfields in college football, as he and Prentiss Waggner hauled in 10 interceptions last year and 13 turnovers in all.
http://nflmocks.com/2011/11/12/janze...mcnesee-state/

George Iloka Boise State 6-3 216
Iloka is big for a safety as he stands at 6’3″, 215 pounds and has a listed 4.50 40 yard dash time. He was productive last year for Boise State as a junior when he totaled 63 total tackles (49 solo), 3.0 TFL, 2 INT’s, 5 pass break-ups and 1 FF. I have no idea as far as what his tendencies are and I haven’t seen him play much, so I will definitely be looking into Boise State this year so I can evaluate him.
https://tommeltonscouting.wordpress..../george-iloka/

Corey Mosely Virginia 5-10 200
A compact safety prospect with some natural girth through his shoulders and base. Displays an explosive element to his game as a hitter. Possesses a good first step, is fearless in to tackles and plays with natural leverage. Exhibits a good snap from his hips into contact, breaks down well in the hole and isn't afraid to take on bigger backs. Typically wraps and gains leverage as a tackler and does do a nice job running his legs through contact. Isn't quite as impressive as an open field tackler. Doesn't take nearly as good angles downhill at the line and at times will struggle to breakdown and wrap in space.
Looks natural in the secondary sitting into his drop, keeping his feet/base down under him and isn't forced to waist much motion out of his breaks. Exhibits a good feel reading routes around him. Is proactive in the secondary attacking throws under him, routinely getting early jumps on the football and taking away routes under him. Showcases good initial burst when asked to get out of his breaks and close from the deep half. Exhibits average closing speed and needs to do a better job getting his head around to find the football. Too often is content to play the man, even when he puts himself in position to get his head around and locate the throw. Will get a bit leggy at times out of his transition when trying to turn and run down the field, especially when he's in man coverage. But for the most part though, he stays compact and balanced in his lower half.

Impression: Isn't a big time size/speed guy. However, plays with a passion for the game, has an explosive element as a striker and could be one of the better safety prospects to come out of this class when it's all said and done.

Winston Guy Kentucky 6-1 210
Pros:
Very Durable
Explosive Tackler
Consistently wraps up
Improved Coverage every season
3 Year Starter
Played elite competition
Great Size
Great Speed
Attacks line of scrimmage to get TFL
Good special teams ability (coverages, and some return ability)
Good instincts

Cons:
Does not have great recovery speed
Can over pursue on misdirection plays
Does not make a ton of interceptions
Plays the ball better in front of him (especially the run game)
Player Comparison: Bob Sanders
Round Projection: Early third Round
Summary:
If you love football it is almost impossible not to love this kid. He has good size; he played in the SEC, played on a team devoid of talent, makes numerous tackles, and is solid in coverage. Many might say why a third round grade than? Playing onKentuckyand not having a ton of interceptions will push him down the draft board. Fear not though, I think some team will get a huge steal and when it is all said and done I believe he will be the best safety from this class. Teams that will use him in the box will have the best success with him due to his ability to attack behind the line of scrimmage. Teams like Patriots, Colts, Steelers, Ravens, Cowboys, Eagles, and Panthers.
http://nflmocks.com/2011/11/12/2012-...r-ss-kentucky/

Jamarkus Gaskins Albany State 6-1 200
Time for a little known prospect from a D-II program. He played Linebacker at Albany, but he projects into the defensive backfield.
Albany State University linebacker Jamarkus Gaskins was recently named to the 2011 Daktronics All-American Team as a first-team selection. In addition, Gaskins was named the Ron Lenz National Defensive Player of the Year.

The 6-2, 200-pound senior from Tifton, GA native was a key anchor of the Golden Rams’ “Dirty Blue” defense, recording 73 tackles (42 solo) with 17.5 tackles for loss (75 yards) in 12 games. The 2011 SIAC Defensive Player of the Year finished with a league-leading 11 sacks, which currently ranks 20[SUP]th[/SUP] in the nation. He also had five pass breakups, three fumble recoveries for 67 yards, two quarterback hurries and a forced fumble.
Gaskins was the lone representative from the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC) to make the 2011 Daktronics All-American Team. http://hbcubuzz.com/albany-states-j...1-daktronics-all-american-player-of-the-year/


Tony Dye UCLA 5-11 216
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/players/1631943

Antonio Allen South Carolina 6-2 202
A tall, top heavy safety prospect who plays the hybrid SS/LB "spur" position on the South Carolina defense. Plays a lot inside the box and when he sees the football showcases an average initial burst, drops his pad level, wraps and creates an explosive pop into contact. Can tackle inside the box, plays physical and has a natural strength to his game. However, isn't the most instinctive of defenders inside. Doesn't consistently take proper angles toward the ball carrier and lacks the initial closing gear to make up for it. Plays like a 4.6 guy and doesn't routinely make a ton of plays in pursuit. Struggles to breakdown as well into contact and has a tendency to outrun the football.

Is an intimidating presence in the secondary. However, doesn't look real flexible trying to sit into his stance. Gets hunched over at the waist and his big, broad upper body makes it tough on him to change directions. Tends to skip off the line in off man coverage. Will line-up over the slot, but simply doesn't have the flexibility in his drop to stay low and create much of a burst out of his breaks. Doesn't change directions well and/or have the ability to close on the football in space. Is tighter in the hips as well and routinely gets overextended with his footwork causing him to waste motion collecting himself before he's ready to reach his top gear. Isn't a burner either way and even when he reaches top end speed lacks the ability to make up for a false step. Showcases the ability to use his length well and be physical off the line. Does a nice job being physical on contact, extending his long arms and creating a jolt into contact. Will get overextended at times, but creates enough of a bump for him to stay in their back pocket initially in the pass game.

Impression: A physical in the box type player who doesn't key overly well. Isn't an NFL caliber pass defender either and looks more like a very average old school type strong safety.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=39067

Justin Bethel Presbyterian 5-11 190
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Sean Cattouse California 6-3 218
A tall, solidly put together safety prospect who displays a bit of thump inside the box. Breaks down well into tackles in tight areas, keeps his legs under him, creates a snap and can tackle in a phone booth. However, isn't nearly as effective coming downhill. Lacks ideal range off his frame, isn't real coordinated when asked to breakdown in space and routinely sees his angles outpaced and/or sealed from the football. More of a striker in the open field than a tackler and routinely slips off tackles and/or fails to get his man to the ground.

Isn't real comfortable in coverage as well. Is patient in his drop, but doesn't look real balanced when asked to sit into his back pedal off the line. Tends to bounce or jump backward, is routinely playing from behind when asked to turn and run, and looks really tight out of his breaks. Does a good job dropping his pad level and sinking his hips when he has to change directions, but doesn't create much of a burst and gives up consistent separation underneath. Isn't a guy who can hold his own in space, struggles to get back up to speed quickly, doesn't have any kind of a second gear and is more of a drag down tackler after the completion. Doesn't possess the same type of thump displayed inside the box as he does in space.

Impression: A big, strong safety prospect who does a decent job vs. the run game inside the box. But, isn't nearly dynamic enough in that area of the game to overcome his deficiencies elsewhere to warrant a pick.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=39065

Delano Howell Stanford 5-11 198
Possesses a shorter, stocky frame and isn't real fluid in the hips in any area of the game. Has a tough time sitting down into his drop and routinely allows his pad level to get upright in coverage. Struggles to quickly change directions, wastes motion recollecting his feet out of his breaks and doesn't exhibit much of a closing burst on the football. Does a better job in the deep half wasting less motion and stays more compact with his footwork. However, is still upright and doesn't generate anywhere near the burst to close quickly on the football. Doesn't have the range to get over the deep half in center field. However, does exhibit "plus" instincts. Reads and reacts quickly, gets early jumps on the football and puts himself around the receiver, but always has to play man instead of ball because of lacking range.

Is at his best vs. the run game. Read his run/pass keys quickly and does a nice job closing on the action. His range in pursuit is limited. However, he's a solid wrap-up tackler who breaks down well both in space and inside and will get his man to the ground. Isn't afraid to throw his body around and for an under sized safety showcases some natural power taking on lineman inside and holding his own. Will launch himself at ball carriers at times and has a tendency to whiff into contact, much more effective as a wrap up guy.

Impression: An instinctive, try hard kid who can tackle. However is too stiff to play in space at the next level and make plays on the football
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=39017

Charles Mitchell Mississippi State 5-11 205
Doesn't quite play as compact and balanced as his frame would indicate. Gets upright in his drop, isn't the most instinctive when asked to read his run/pass keys and struggles to keep his legs under him out of his breaks. At times gets leggy trying to re-direct and lacks an initial burst in pursuit. Doesn't have a great first step and/or much of a second gear and seems to play at one speed. Takes too many false steps trying to diagnose the play, doesn't anticipate routes well and/or feel them develop around him. Doesn't even do a great job keying on the quarterback's eyes and getting early jumps on the ball. Lacks the range needed to be a threat to get over the top and close in the deep half as well.

Needs to do a better job taking better angles to the ball carrier in pursuit. At times will see his angle get outpaced and doesn't close as well in space. Is much better suited when asked to attack downhill and fill the alley in the box. Recognizes the run lanes quickly, fills properly and generates a snap into contact. Is a very consistent tackler who plays faster in tight areas vs. the run game because he trusts what he sees and displays good overall awareness inside. Wraps up well for the most part, has a passion for the game and generates a pop into contact. Will take on backs in the hole and has the power/leverage to stonewall on contact. A tough kid and a natural leader — a guy who the Mississippi State defense really seems to rally around.

Impression: Wasn't real impressive vs. the pass game, but he's an instinctive tackler vs. the run and a passionate/leader type who could earn a spot on special teams. But I can't see him holding up in space vs. an NFL pass game.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=36791

Eddie Pleasant Oregon 5-11 210
A stocky, downhill type safety who plays the "rover" position at Oregon. Made the move from linebacker in 2010 and is at his best near the line of scrimmage. Displays above average read and react ability vs. the run game. Keeps his base down, generates a burst out of his stance and displays "plus" click and close ability. Takes good angles to the football, doesn't do a great job breaking down, as he at times gets high, but for the most part gets the ball carrier to the ground. Plays with some nasty, works hard to fight his way through blocks and his low center of gravity allows him to consistently keep his balance and work through contact.

Has a good feel vs. the pass game. Plays a lot in the slot on the boundary side with his back toward the sideline. Displays a good feel for routes developing around him getting early jumps on the throw and putting himself around the football. However, is tight in the hips, has a tendency to get locked up out of his breaks and is slow to turn and run. Doesn't generate much depth in his drop and needs to get his hands on receivers/tight ends and re-rout in order to keep pace in coverage. Isn't a guy who I would trust in space, possesses solid game speed and plays faster because he reads the game pretty well, but isn't someone who can make up for a false step and get over the top. Looks like a 4.55+ guy and has some off the field character concerns as well.

Impression: A thick, stocky OLB/SS tweener who might be best suited to find a niche as a backer in a cover two scheme. Needs to make his mark on special teams, but should get a shot in a camp and in the right scheme could fight for a roster spot
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=37482

Cyhl Quarles Wake Forest 6-3 210
A tall, long legged safety prospect who has only one gear to his game and isn't even real physical vs. the run game. His motor seems to run hot/cold as he sometimes looks disinterested attacking the football. He lacks much range in pursuit, breaks down high, struggles to take proper angles toward the football and is more of a drag down guy only. Uses his length well to wrap, but ends up running past the play too often and doesn't get many early jumps on the ball. Is slower to read and react.

He gets upright and leggy in his drop, lacking the ability to quickly transition out of his drop and turn and run. Isn't a guy you can trust in the deep half and doesn't maintain proper balance in and out of his breaks. He's slow/stiff when asked to re-direct, doesn't anticipate throws or feel routes around him and can routinely be out-physicaled in coverage because of his inability to maintain his footwork and balance.

Impression: He isn't a legit NFL safety prospect as he doesn't have the skill set to make plays vs. either the run or pass game at the next level.
http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/college_player_scouting_report.html&player=32867

Christian Thompson South Carolina State 6-1 218
Christian Thompson, S: Taking Christian Thompson in the 7th round is the climax of my NFL draft day wet dream. Thompson is big (6’1″ 220) and one of the fastest safeties coming out this year (4.4 40). He possesses athleticism that can stand out even on the NFL level. He went to St. Thomas Aquinas in FLA for High School and transferred from Auburn, which I like – big program kid for 5 years – and from what I’ve read, he has a nose for the ball.
http://tencentbeers.com/2011/11/14/draft-primer-south-carolina/

Brain Peters Northwestern 6-3 220
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/...est-and-worst-case-scenarios-for-top-25-teams
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Peters is Play Maker from safety position
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The secret is almost out of the bag that Northwestern Wildcats safety Brian Peters is gaining steam as we start to build towards the up coming NFL Draft.
Scouts on hand for Northwestern's Pro Day took notice with one saying: "you can't ignore this guy as a playmaker," after Peters finished his career with 12 interceptions, six forced fumbles, five fumble recoveries and 300 tackles.
Standing 6'3" at 215 pounds, Peters ran a 4.60 40 and his 6.69 three-cone drill would have tied him for seventh overall out of safeties at the NFL Scouting Combine. Jumping 32'' for his vertical jump, pushing 225 pounds 14 times and jumping 9'3" on his broad jump, Peters can pat himself on the back knowing he help his draft stock tremendously today.
With big tight ends to go along with big fast receivers becoming all the rage for NFL offenses the size and speed of Peters helps him become a neutralizer for defenses at the next level.
Another scout commented that Peters "could be an answer to the oversized pass catching TE’s in the NFL" and how couldn't he with Kam Chancellor (Seattle Seahawks Safety) type size.
How can't he not stand out?
In his final season, Peters earned All-Big Ten honorable mention and 2011 All-Big Ten first team by media.
"Someone who I admire who plays the run and has tremendous ball skills is Adrian Wilson out in Arizona, he’s a big safety, big player and big presence who is also a leader out on the field," said Peters in regards to who he likes watching on Sunday's. He added "he's a big dude who plays more of a linebacker."
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/...n-peters-leaves-pro-day-impressing-nfl-scouts
 
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