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03-14-2010, 09:21 PM
1. Brandon Graham, DE, Michigan
Graham's play was a bright spot for the 5-7 Wolverines. He earned multiple All-American mentions after leading the nation in tackles for loss (26) and recording 10.5 sacks, missing out on Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year to Penn State DT Jared Odrick. After playing sparingly in 11 games as a true freshman, Graham made his name known among Big Ten quarterbacks by making 8.5 sacks in a part-time starting role in 2006. Given the chance to play every down as a junior, he took his game to another level by making 20 tackles for loss, including 10 sacks. Graham probably won't hit the 6-foot-2 mark on the tape, but some teams are finding short, strong and high-motor ends are successful pass rushers. He has the agility and hustle to join former college defensive ends like Larry English, Elvis Dumervil and former Michigan teammate Lamarr Woodley in successfully transitioning to linebacker in 3-4 schemes.
You all know him. :bowdown:
2. Demaryius Thomas, WR, Ga Tech
On an offense known for its dominant rushing attack, Thomas' ability to stretch the field as a deep target kept defenses at bay. With his unique combination of size, body control and speed, scouts are hopeful that he'll continue the trend in the NFL.
3. Reshad Jones, S, Georgia
Jones redshirted in 2005 despite being ranked the No. 1 recruit in the state of Georgia by some services. He racked up 56 tackles and two interceptions but started just two games in '06.
A starter in 12 of 13 games as a sophomore, Jones emerged as one of the best at his position in the country, posting 76 tackles and a team-leading five interceptions in earning second-team all-SEC honors.
After considering leaving after the '08 season for the NFL, Jones opted to stay at Georgia. His numbers slipped slightly (73 tackles, four INTs), but Jones was steady in coverage and as an open-field tackler. With all of the attention Eric Berry (Tennessee), Earl Thomas (Texas) and Taylor Mays (Southern Cal) have received, Jones has gone a little under the radar for those outside of the SEC. NFL scouts see the big-hitting ballhawk as capable of making an immediate impact at either safety position. The Phin's top brass are high on him and he has a shot at being able to contribute right away.
4. Dennis Pitta, TE, BYU or Dorrin Dickerson, TE, Pitt
Whoever of these two is left we should grab.
Graham's play was a bright spot for the 5-7 Wolverines. He earned multiple All-American mentions after leading the nation in tackles for loss (26) and recording 10.5 sacks, missing out on Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year to Penn State DT Jared Odrick. After playing sparingly in 11 games as a true freshman, Graham made his name known among Big Ten quarterbacks by making 8.5 sacks in a part-time starting role in 2006. Given the chance to play every down as a junior, he took his game to another level by making 20 tackles for loss, including 10 sacks. Graham probably won't hit the 6-foot-2 mark on the tape, but some teams are finding short, strong and high-motor ends are successful pass rushers. He has the agility and hustle to join former college defensive ends like Larry English, Elvis Dumervil and former Michigan teammate Lamarr Woodley in successfully transitioning to linebacker in 3-4 schemes.
You all know him. :bowdown:
2. Demaryius Thomas, WR, Ga Tech
On an offense known for its dominant rushing attack, Thomas' ability to stretch the field as a deep target kept defenses at bay. With his unique combination of size, body control and speed, scouts are hopeful that he'll continue the trend in the NFL.
3. Reshad Jones, S, Georgia
Jones redshirted in 2005 despite being ranked the No. 1 recruit in the state of Georgia by some services. He racked up 56 tackles and two interceptions but started just two games in '06.
A starter in 12 of 13 games as a sophomore, Jones emerged as one of the best at his position in the country, posting 76 tackles and a team-leading five interceptions in earning second-team all-SEC honors.
After considering leaving after the '08 season for the NFL, Jones opted to stay at Georgia. His numbers slipped slightly (73 tackles, four INTs), but Jones was steady in coverage and as an open-field tackler. With all of the attention Eric Berry (Tennessee), Earl Thomas (Texas) and Taylor Mays (Southern Cal) have received, Jones has gone a little under the radar for those outside of the SEC. NFL scouts see the big-hitting ballhawk as capable of making an immediate impact at either safety position. The Phin's top brass are high on him and he has a shot at being able to contribute right away.
4. Dennis Pitta, TE, BYU or Dorrin Dickerson, TE, Pitt
Whoever of these two is left we should grab.