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Quarterbacks ( * indicates underclassmen)
Aaron Rodgers *(6-2, 210)(4.7) - In reality he's a little smaller than most QBs today but he makes up for
it with his superhuman accuracy. He should be a top 3 pick.
Alex Smith *(6-4, 212)(4.75) - He may
be the smartest QB in the draft. He entered college as a freshman with 64 credits to his name and he runs a very demanding
offense quite proficiently. His size and mobility have pro scouts drooling over him.
Charlie Frye(6-4, 228)(4.6) - He probably
has a better combination of size and speed than anyone. That combined with his gaudy passing numbers has gotten the attention
of more than one NFL scout. He could be the MAC’s latest contribution to the NFL’s list of star QBs.
Jason Campbell(6-5, 228)(4.7)-
He’s another guy with a good combination of size and speed. He has good scrambling ability, but
would rather sit in the pocket and find his receivers. The problem is he didn’t really come into his own as a QB until
his senior year.
Kyle Orton(6-4, 226)(4.9) - He was
a preseason contender for the heisman, but struggled with injury and inconsistence late in the season. But he still put up
good number this year and capped it all off with an impressive performance, despite losing, in the Sun Bowl. His accuracy
and intelligence should help make him a star at the next level.
Andrew Walter(6-5, 234)(4.85) - Broke
John Elway’s PAC-10 record for most touchdown passes in a career. He has a strong arm, but his mobility isn’t
great. An injury that caused him to miss the end of the season and the Sun Bowl could hurt him come draft day. But he could
be a nice surprise for a team in the second or third round.
David Green(6-3, 227)(4.8)- Broke Peyton
Manning’s record for most wins in a career. He’s got a very strong arm, is quite intelligent in the pocket and
hasn‘t missed a start in 4 years. But his mobility leaves a lot to be desired.
Jason White(6-3, 226)(?)
- Two very serious knee injuries have slowed him down, literally. He’s got a strong arm and is pretty accurate
but he has little to no mobility. His numbers are pretty, but the fact that he has choked in big games two years in a row
now will cost him.
Dan Orlovsky(6-5, 236)(5.0)
- He has NFL size and a big arm to go along with it. It’s rare to see him leave the pocket though, and his accuracy
could use a little work.
Stefan Lefors(6-0, 200) - He is definitely
one of the most accurate passers coming out in this years draft. In his senior year he completed 74% of his passes, and finished
the season with an impressive win over Boise State. His size will be a factor though.
Derek Anderson(6-6, 241) - He’s
got great size and a strong arm. But his accuracy could be an issue.
Bryan Randall(6-0, 222) - He’s
a good passer on the move, but I’m not sure how he ranks as a pure passer. He’s a very good scrambler but you
just don’t see too many 6 foot tall QBs in the NFL anymore. Possibly could be moved to another position in the pros.
Brock Berlin(6-1, 215) - Transferring
from Florida cost him a year of eligibility. He’s got a cannon for an arm and is very good in clutch situations. But
he struggles when he has to sit in the pocket and read a zone defense.
Chris Rix(6-4, 220) - His college career
was a struggle. At times he has shown signs of greatness, but they are few and far between. In four years he’s lost
his starting job twice, and his senior year was absolutely horrendous. His mobility may be his one shining virtue.
Gino Guidugli(6-3, 225) - He seems to
have a knack for throwing the ball. In four seasons he hasn’t thrown for less than 2,500 yards. However his accuracy
is a question mark.
Darian Durant(5-11, 217) - He’s
a pure bread scrambler. Like the quarterback he succeeded, Ronald Curry, he probably won’t play QB at the next level.
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Running Backs * indicates underclassmen
Cedric Benson (6-0, 225)(4.5) - A very strong and productive
runner. Broke 1,000 yards rushing four years in a row. Only seems to be an average receiver out of the back field, but will
likely be the first running back taken on draft day.
Ronnie Brown (6-1, 232)(4.45) - Has great size and speed.
He has shown that he can be a steadfast receiver(34 catches in “04) as well as a dangerous runner. One of the most versatile
backs in the country.
Carnell Williams (5-11, 204)(4.5) - Has good speed and very
good vision. He’s a tough runner inside the tackles, but his size (only 204 lbs.) could be a factor.
J.J. Arrington (5-11, 210) (4.45) - He lead the nation in
rushing yards this season and was the only back to crack 2,000 yards. He has great speed that allows him to get outside quickly
and is a long yardage threat every time he touches the ball.
T.A. McClendon *( 5-11, 225)(4.55) - Despite not putting
up great numbers the last two seasons he has good size, a very strong running style, and has shown a knack for finding the
end zone. He’s also demonstrated that he is reliable as a receiver catching 40 balls in ‘02 and ‘03.
Ciatrick Fason *( 6-0, 215)(4.4) - He has earned a reputation
as a constant deep threat. His speed is definitely his most sellable asset. He’s an average receiving threat out of
the back field.
Vernand Morency *( 5-10, 215)(4.45) - He’s quite a
productive runner with a career yard per carry average of 6.3 yards. His receiving skills leave a lot to be desired though.
Eric Shelton *(6-2, 247)(4.5) - Probably
has the best combination of size, speed, and power of all the backs in the draft. Even though he split time with Lionel Gates
he still managed to find the end zone 29 times in just two seasons. Even though his receiving skill are a mystery he may be
a nice surprise for an NFL franchise next season.
Cedric Houston (6-0, 220)(4.5)
- His great size and his bruising running style make him a very attractive NFL prospect.
Ryan Moats *(5-9, 201)(4.54) - Size will
almost definitely be a factor. But no one can ignore the fact that he’s been quite a industrious runner throughout his
career, racking up 1,774 yards this season. He also catches the ball well.
Darren Sproles (5-7, 180)(4.35) - His
size will make becoming an impact player in the pros an uphill battle. However his great speed and the receiving threat he
is out of the back field should keep him on plenty of draft boards.
Anthony Davis (5-8 194) - The Fact that he
has struggled with injuries, his lack of size, and that he hasn’t proven himself as a receiving threat could hurt him
on draft day. But his blazing speed and his productiveness, when he’s healthy, should help take the sting off.
Walter Reyes (5-10, 209)(4.36) - He struggled with injuries
and illness in ’04 so his senior year wasn’t his best. But his speed and his career numbers are still quite attractive.
He seems to have dependable hands, catching 38 passes in ’03. But his size will definitely be a factor at the next level
Kay-Jay Harris (6-1, 240)(4.53) - His size is a plus, and
so is the fact that he set an NCAA record for most rushing yards in a game this season. But his lack of experience, only playing
2 years at WVU, could be a negative factor.
Lionel Gates (6-0, 225)(4.45) - Has good size and speed.
He’s a good blocker and an average receiver.
Alvin Pearman (5-9, 204)(4.53) - Even though he could stand
to gain some weight he has potential to be a sleeper on draft day. He can do it all. He can run the ball, catch out of the
back field, and do a quite effective job of fielding punts. His best asset could be his hands, he caught at least 20 balls
every year at Virginia, and he caught 63 passes in ’03.
Noah Herron (5-11, 230)(4.75) - His size and power are very
good, but his speed is suspect. He put together a very good senior campaign, including catching 36 passes, on a surprising
Northwestern team. Could be a good third down back in the NFL.
Frank Gore *(5-10, 220)(4.6) - As a freshman he was a very
exciting prospect, but two serious knee injuries have slowed him down and dropped his stocked tremendously. His size is good,
but his numbers aren’t. To be honest the biggest thing that is driving him to forfeit his senior year is probably the
fear of another injury.
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