JPmaxdraft
May 31 2009, 10:16:16 AM
Who are some players we should keep an eye on that aren't getting much recognition, but seem poised for a breakout season? They can be FBS, FCS, DII, DIII or even NAIA, just try to provide some reasoning for each pick.
Here are some of mine:
Selvish Capers, OT/West Virginia: Former TE is 6'5" 295, and can run below 5.0; is being talked about as a 4th-5th rounder but I think he can move up into the 2nd round area with a strong senior season.
Youri Yenga, OLB/SMU: From the Congo, will be a junior next year, very athletic guy that keeps improving with every rep he gets. Not the biggest LB/DE (6'2" 230) but makes up for it with speed (4.6 est) and energy. Natural pass rushing ability would suit him well in a 3-4 type setting.
Malcolm Williams, WR/Texas: At 6'3" 225, running in the 4.5's, he'll prove to be the best skill position NFL prospect the Longhorns have. Has a knack for the spectacular play, and really steps up in the big games . All 3 of his TD's last season (he had 17 catches, 17.9 yards per) came against Texas Tech and Missouri, including a 91 yarder against the Red Raiders. He'll be a 3rd-year sophomore next season.
Allen Bailey, DT/Miami: He's a freak athletically, former top recruit who has struggled with injuries. Played MLB at 6'4" 270 earlier in his career, is up to 290 and reportedly still runs in the 4.7s-4.8s.
Ugo Chinasa, DE/Oklahoma St: 6'6" 250, has the frame to add more weight and is a natural athlete. A playmaker that should keep improving with experience.
Johanns21
May 31 2009, 11:03:25 PM
I'd remember the name Menelik Holt from Nebraska. The 6'4 220 lb senior enjoyed a strong season last year until he got knicked up. Watch out for a break out season and a strong showing for this future possession receiver.
bcdrama
Jun 2 2009, 3:35:46 PM
3 CBs: FAMU's Curtis Holcomb, Marist's Kwame Carlor is good but Jermaine Clemons a Ft. Scott JC stud has landed at AUPB and he's 5'11" 190, runs around 4.42-4.47 and has really fluid hips. WRs: Juamorris Stewart, Jeremy Franklin and JR WR Riccardon Lockette are all poised for big years.
Eagle-eye
Jun 8 2009, 12:33:03 PM
Keep an eye on Cecil Shorts (6'0, 180) of D-III power Mount Union. Shorts came to MU as a QB from Cleveland Collinwood HS, but caught a few passes in '07 and moved to WR full-time in '08.
And what a season - 77 catches for 1484 yards and 23 TDs in 15 games (with 7 catches for 178 yards and 2 TDs in the national championship game).
With another season like '08, I look for him to be the next Pierre Garcon.
Paul Hayden
Jun 19 2009, 8:38:47 PM
Bucknell has an inside linebacker GREG JONES #44 he is under the radar for sure......walks at 245 plays at 229, lots of reps....heavy I will add.... good specs, very cerebral player, flies to the ball,covers well, leading tackler. Came to Bucknell as a QB.......I like this kid!
bcdrama
Jun 19 2009, 10:57:35 PM
Great stuff! Another CB, Rod Williams from Alcorn St. 5'10" 181, quick with great hips hands and feet, 2007 stats include two interceptions, six pass breakups and 24 total tackles. A change in the defense cause him to have a down 2008 season but he is now more used to off-man and has been working with Darrell Green:
Article About His Working with Darrell Green He has run a a wind-aided 4.36 on grass and is likely a legit mid to low 4.4.
QUOTE (Paul Hayden @ Jun 20 2009, 1:38:47 AM)

Bucknell has an inside linebacker GREG JONES #44 he is under the radar for sure......walks at 245 plays at 229, lots of reps....heavy I will add.... good specs, very cerebral player, flies to the ball,covers well, leading tackler. Came to Bucknell as a QB.......I like this kid!
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