2008 Senior Bowl Draft Stock Report

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2008 NFL Draft Stock - On the Rise

Here's a list of prospects who improved and worsened their draft stock in the Senior Bowl (listed alphabetically).


Tashard Choice, RB, Georgia Tech (1/27)
Height: 5-10. Weight: 210.
40 Time: 4.48.
Projected Round: 2-3.
Tashard Choice was the best running back at the Senior Bowl, running over defenders while showing quickness.

Early Doucet, WR, LSU (1/24)
Height: 5-11. Weight: 211.
40 Time: 4.49.
Projected Round: Top 25 Pick.
With an excellent week of Senior Bowl practice, Early Doucet has emerged as the top senior in the class and a sure-fire first-round pick.

Sedrick Ellis, DT, USC (1/27)
Height: 6-1. Weight: 308.
40 Time: 4.83.
Projected Round: Top 3 Pick.
Sedrick Ellis was a man amongst boys at the Senior Bowl, effortlessly pushing the opposing offensive line around as if they were small children. Ellis was simply unblockable. It wouldn't surprise me if the Dolphins or Rams took him first or second.





Lavelle Hawkins, WR, California (1/27)
Height: 5-11. Weight: 187.
40 Time: 4.43.
Projected Round: 2-3.
Lavelle Hawkins made a great adjustment on the fly, catching an underthrown Chad Henne pass in the end zone at the Senior Bowl. This is just an example of how well Hawkins did all week.

Trevor Laws, DT, Notre Dame (1/27)
Height: 6-0. Weight: 297.
40 Time: 4.98.
Projected Round: 2.
If it weren't for Sedrick Ellis, Trevor Laws might have shined as the most impressive defensive lineman at the Senior Bowl.

Leodis McKelvin, CB, Troy State (1/27)
Height: 5-10. Weight: 190.
40 Time: 4.38.
Projected Round: Top 10 Pick.
Leodis McKelvin didn't play much in the Senior Bowl, but he had a great week of practice, showing that he's capable of playing with the top athletes in the country.

Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie, CB, Tennessee State (1/27)
Height: 6-1. Weight: 183.
40 Time: 4.37.
Projected Round: Top 15 Pick.
Wow, how was this guy not recruited by any BCS schools? Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie covers well, makes big plays and tackles extremely well. He's tall and runs a 4.3. Excluding Sedrick Ellis, Rodgers-Cromartie made the most money at the Senior Bowl, moving himself into the Top 15.

Chris Williams, OT, Vanderbilt (1/27)
Height: 6-6. Weight: 320.
40 Time: 5.13.
Arm: 32 7/8.
Projected Round: Top 20 Pick.
Mike Mayock labeled Chris Williams as his No. 3 offensive tackle in this class. After a solid Senior Bowl, Williams very well could be the third tackle taken.


2008 NFL Draft Stock - On the Decline


Colt Brennan, QB, Hawaii (1/27)
Height: 6-2. Weight: 185.
40 Time: 4.84.
Projected Round: 6-7.
Prior to the Senior Bowl, I had Colt Brennan as a fourth- or fifth-round prospect. Now, I'm thinking that was too high. Brennan really sucks. He has no arm strength. His side-arm release is troublesome. His attitude sucks (take off that rainbow visor and stop drawing attention to yourself). He has character issues. I'm not even sure if he gets drafted at this point.





Titus Brown, OLB, Mississippi State (1/24)
Height: 6-3. Weight: 239.
40 Time: 4.68.
Projected Round: 4.
Titus Brown weighed in at 239 pounds at the Senior Bowl, meaning he'll be limited to linebacker at the next level. This is pretty disappointing from a prospect who seemed so promising.

Dorien Bryant, WR, Purdue (1/27)
Height: 5-9. Weight: 169.
40 Time: 4.37.
Projected Round: 5.
A couple of months ago, I heard some people compare Dorien Bryant to Steve Smith - an undersized receiver who would surprise people at the next level. I just don't see it.

Kory Lichtensteiger, C, Bowling Green (1/27)
Height: 6-2. Weight: 296.
40 Time: 5.16.
Arm: 30 7/8.
Projected Round: 5.
No one played well against Sedrick Ellis, but Kory Lichtensteiger looked so helpless, it was as if a 12-year-old were blocking USC's monstrous nose tackle.

Marcus Smith, WR, New Mexico (1/27)
Height: 6-0. Weight: 214.
40 Time: 4.46.
Projected Round: 6.
Whether it was at practice or in the actual game, Marcus "Hands of Stone" Smith couldn't catch anything.

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2008 Running Back Rankings

The top 2008 running back prospects available for the 2008 NFL Draft. More will be added as time progresses. * - denotes underclassmen.

Darren McFadden, Arkansas (8/12)
Height: 6-2. Weight: 205.
40 Time: 4.43.
Projected Round: Top 3 Pick.

Looks like the 2008 season will be McFadden's last as a Razorback. His mom gave away a little too much to ESPN reporters. "He told me, 'Mom, I'll be through in December,'" she said. "I said, 'What you mean?' He said, 'I'll be through.' That's what he told me."

Shared carries with Felix Jones and still ran for 1,647 yards and 14 TDs, gaining 5.8 yards per carry. As of summer 2007, Darren McFadden's the top prospect in the draft. He caught only 11 passes (149 yards, 1 TD) last year, so I'd like to see that aspect of his game improve.

Jonathan Stewart, Oregon (10/28)
Height: 5-11. Weight: 230.
40 Time: 4.49.
Projected Round: Top 15 Pick.
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Stewart carried the ball just 15 times at Michigan, but he gained 113 yards and a touchdown in the process. His Jerome Bettis style of running could entice the Steelers or Falcons to draft him early.

Currently the best big back projected to go in the 2008 Draft. Rushed for 981 yards and 10 touchdowns in 2006. Stewart became a bigger threat in the passing game last year, increasing his receptions from seven to 20.

Rashard Mendenhall, Illinois (12/1)
Height: 5-11. Weight: 224.
40 Time: 4.43.
Projected Round: Top 20 Pick.


Lots of potential here. Mendenhall, who has both size and power (see his attributes), is averaging seven yards per carry through four games in 2007. Mendenhall trampled Indiana for 214 yards on 27 rushes. He has 10 receptions this year.




Felix Jones, Arkansas
Height: 6-0. Weight: 200.
40 Time: 4.36.
Projected Round: Top 25 Pick.


The team that drafts Felix Jones will be getting an excellent running back and kick returner. Gained an amazing 7.6 yards per carry in 2006. Jones should wait until Darren McFadden's gone and he's the sole ball-carrier to enter the NFL Draft, even though he had a higher yards-per-carry average than his teammate.

Chris Johnson, East Carolina
Height: 5-10. Weight: 195.
40 Time: 4.20.
Projected Round: 2.
Chris Johnson has looked solid in Senior Bowl practice, though his blocking was a bit exposed.

No, that's not a misprint. Johnson has run a 4.20 in the 40. But can he play football? The 106 rushing yards and two touchdowns he accumulated against Memphis say he can. The 35 receptions he garnered in 2005 agree. At 200 pounds, if Johnson can either match or improve upon his 4.20, he'll be a second-round pick.

Ray Rice, Rutgers
Height: 5-9. Weight: 205.
40 Time: 4.47.
Projected Round: 2.


Rice has shown the durability I questioned, as he carried the ball more than 60 times in the span of five days. His performance against South Florida moves him up.

After catching only four passes in 2006, Rice already has five receptions through three games this season. If NFL coaches and general managers determine that Rice can be a decent pass-catcher out of the backfield, he may go in the top 25.

Rice had 1,794 yards, 20 touchdowns in 2006, gaining a yards-per-carry average of 5.4. Not bad. Besides his small frame, the thing that hurts Rice's draft stock a bit is the fact that he's currently one-dimensional; he caught only four passes last year.

Steve Slaton, West Virginia
Height: 5-10. Weight: 195.
40 Time: 4.42.
Projected Round: 2-3.


Slaton scored 33 touchdowns his first two seasons and averaged seven yards per carry in 2006. Great at catching the ball out of the backfield, Slaton registered 27 receptions and 360 receiving yards. Always a threat to score; had a 40-yard run in eight of his 13 games in 2006.

Kevin Smith, Central Florida
Height: 6-1. Weight: 211.
40 Time: 4.47.
Projected Round: 3.
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Talk about literally carrying a team - through the beginning of November, Kevin Smith has 1,448 rushing yards, 17 receptions and 19 total touchdowns. His 40 time is solid considering his size. Don't look at his weak conference either; Smith gashed Texas for 149 yards and two scores on 27 carries.

Jamaal Charles, Texas
Height: 6-1. Weight: 200.
40 Time: 4.34.
Projected Round: 3.


Charles gained at least 825 yards his first two seasons. I'm excited to see what he can do now that he's the lone ball-carrier with Selvin Young gone. Charles caught 18 passes for 183 yards. Those numbers will also increase.

Tashard Choice, Georgia Tech
Height: 5-10. Weight: 210.
40 Time: 4.48.
Projected Round: 3.
Tashard Choice looked great against Notre Dame, compiling 196 yards and two touchdowns on just 26 carries. Choice's size-40 combination is better than Mike Hart's and Ray Rice's.

Averaged 100 yards per game during conference play, rushing for 1,473 yards and 12 TDs.

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2008 Fullback Rankings


Peyton Hillis, Arkansas
Height: 6-0. Weight: 240.
40 Time: 4.78.
Projected Round: 4.
Blocks for Darren McFadden and Felix Jones. 'Nuff said. Also important to note that he caught 19 passes in 2006.

Owen Schmitt, West Virginia
Height: 6-1. Weight: 247.
40 Time: 4.81.
Projected Round: 4.
Carried the ball 13 times for 109 yards in the Gator Bowl against Georgia Tech.

Jehuu Caulcrick, Michigan State
Height: 6-0. Weight: 255.
40 Time: 4.65.
Projected Round: 4.
Should be a great short-yardage back in the NFL. As of Nov. 16, Jehuu Caulcrick has 20 rushing touchdowns on the season. He can catch the ball as well (15 receptions in 2006).

Jacob Hester, LSU
Height: 5-10. Weight: 230.
40 Time: 4.55.
Projected Round: 4-5.
Decent blocker and ball-carrier. Scored 11 touchdowns in 2007, earning a spot on the All-SEC Second Team.


Jerome Felton (7/30)
Height: 6-0. Weight: 247.
40 Time: 4.62.
Projected Round: 5.
Ran for 707 rushing yards and 23 touchdowns in 2006, and wasn't even the leading ball-carrier on the team! Jerome Felton is a touchdown machine; he scored 51 times in three years as a Paladin.

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Colt Brennan: The new BVP. I also thought Wesley Woodyard did well. He was always right on the ball. He looks to have very good instincts and he's an excellent tackler. I would love the Broncos to take him for SS. Dizon upped his slot, I thought. He was very smooth and fast. I noticed the South running away from his side of the field quite a bit. There are quite a few of these guys I would love to see in the O&B. Ellis tops among them, but also Laws, C. Williams, and Lavelle.

I would also love to have Hester on the team, as I've mentioned before. He has that fire in his belly. IMO, he would immediately upgrade the Broncos STs plus improve our 3rd and short ratio, especially in the RZ.

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2008 Wide Receiver Rankings

Malcolm Kelly, Oklahoma
Height: 6-4. Weight: 217.
40 Time: 4.47.
Projected Round: Top 20 Pick.


Kelly continued to dazzle, as he beat Miami's renowned secondary for four receptions, 102 yards and three scores.

Kelly is currently on pace to improve upon his 2006 season. In his first game of the year, Kelly had four receptions for 118 yards and two touchdowns. He had 62 catches, 993 yards and 10 scores last season. Kelly has a great 40 at his size.



DeSean Jackson, California
Height: 6-0. Weight: 178.
40 Time: 4.32.
Projected Round: Top 20 Pick.


Jackson snapped out of his early-season slump, catching 11 passes for 160 yards and two touchdowns in an upset at Oregon.

Compared to Santana Moss. Returned four punts for touchdowns in 2006. There's talk that Jackson may run a 4.2, which would put him into the top five. He's the same size as Ted Ginn, and could be even faster. Jackson recorded 59 receptions, 1,060 yards and nine scores last year.

Early Doucet, LSU (1/24)
Height: 5-11. Weight: 211.
40 Time: 4.49.
Projected Round: Top 25 Pick.
With an excellent week of Senior Bowl practice, Early Doucet has emerged as the top senior in the class and a sure-fire first-round pick.

Only one LSU receiver had more than one catch in the team's 45-0 victory over Mississippi State. That would obviously be Doucet, who caught nine passes for 78 yards and a score.

Doucet's speed and explosiveness will have him competing with Mario Manningham and DeSean Jackson to be the top receiver chosen in the 2008 Draft. Doucet was third on the team in receiving yards (772) and second in receptions (59), but he'll be the main guy now that both Dwayne Bowe and Craig Davis are in the NFL.

Limas Sweed, Texas
Height: 6-4. Weight: 212.
40 Time: 4.54.
Projected Round: Top 25 Pick.
I've dropped Sweed a bit because it's quite apparent that his 40 time will really hurt him.

I have a feeling Limas Sweed's stock may slip come Combine time (see 40 time), but the fact remains that he's the top possession receiver in this class. Check out NFL Draft Dog's Scouting Report.

James Hardy, Indiana (11/8)
Height: 6-7. Weight: 220.
40 Time: 4.53.
Projected Round: 1-2.


Caught at least five passes in all but one game starting in October 2006. Had nine receptions for 151 yards and a TD at Purdue.




Devin Thomas, Michigan State
Height: 6-2. Weight: 218.
40 Time: 4.45.
Projected Round: 1-2.


After catching just six passes in 2006, Devin Thomas has registered 75 catches, 1,226 yards and eight touchdowns this season. Where'd he come from? Thomas has a great 40 at his size, and could be drafted in the first round.

Mario Manningham, Michigan (11/17)
Height: 6-0. Weight: 185.
40 Time: 4.42.
Projected Round: 2.


Dropped numerous passes against Ohio State, lowering his draft stock. He finished with impressive numbers, however (72 catches, 1,174 yards and 12 touchdowns.)

Manningham injured his knee two years ago, but when he played, he was unstoppable. He saved his best performances against Notre Dame, Wisconsin, Ohio State and USC. Despite missing four games, Manningham notched 38 receptions, 703 yards and nine touchdowns in 2006.

Earl Bennett, Vanderbilt
Height: 6-0. Weight: 200.
40 Time: 4.46.
Projected Round: 2-3.


Bennett's numbers slipped a bit in 2007, but you can attribute that to horrendous quarterback play. He had 75 catches, 830 yards and five scores.

Bennett managed 82 receptions and 1,146 yards in 2006. Caught 79 passes a year ago as a freshman.

Adarius Bowman, Oklahoma State
Height: 6-2. Weight: 220.
40 Time: 4.48.
Projected Round: 2-3.
In his first year at Oklahoma State, Adarius Bowman had 1,181 yards and 12 touchdowns. Caught 13 passes for 300 yards and four scores against Kansas. If Bowman runs a 4.4, he's definitely going in the top 20.

Donnie Avery, Houston
Height: 5-11. Weight: 186.
40 Time: 4.28.
Projected Round: 2-3.
That 40 time is not a joke. Donnie Avery is also more than a return specialist; he caught 57 passes for 852 yards and five touchdowns last year. A product of Houston's system? Perhaps. Avery has to prove himself, but an NFL squad will give the chance because of his 40 time.

Harry Douglas, Louisville
Height: 5-11. Weight: 178.
40 Time: 4.32.
Projected Round: 2-3.
Fumbles and drops. That basically tells the story of Harry Douglas' awful performance at West Virginia. In the biggest game of the year, Douglas came up small.

Harry Douglas is a beast. A week after recording 13 receptions, 223 yards and a score, he had 12 catches, 205 yards and a touchdown against Syracuse.

Is there any doubt Douglas is Brian Brohm's go-to guy? In a loss to Kentucky, Douglas caught 13 passes for 223 yards and a touchdown.

Set a Louisville record with 1,265 receiving yards in 2006. Also had 70 receptions and six touchdowns. He and Mario Urrutia combined for 13 catches in the annual spring game.

Lavelle Hawkins, California
Height: 5-11. Weight: 187.
40 Time: 4.43.
Projected Round: 3.
A team player. Lavelle Hawkins is undersized, but his speed makes up for it. Recorded 705 yards and five scores in 2006. Nate Longshore should be able to turn him into a star this season.

Eddie Royal, Virginia Tech
Height: 5-9. Weight: 182.
40 Time: 4.35.
Projected Round: 3.
A return specialist, as you should be able to tell by his exceptional 40. Never had more than 31 receptions in a single season, but could that just be a product of the woeful offense he plays in?

Andre Caldwell, Florida
Height: 6-0. Weight: 207.
40 Time: 4.36.
Projected Round: 3-4.
With a new quarterback at the helm, Andre Caldwell managed to secure 52 receptions and 721 yards despite missing three games.

D.J. Hall, Alabama
Height: 6-2. Weight: 190.
40 Time: 4.44.
Projected Round: 3-4.
Caught 62 passes for 1,056 yards with an inexperienced quarterback throwing to him. If John Parker Wilson improves, Hall's stock will soar.

[Requiem]

Thanks for these updates, but I don't necessarily agree with every value given. When I have my board of about 75 guys I watched this year, I give them their own graded value based on how they played (obviously) but you have to grade them relative to the quality of the talent around them as well.

That's why a guy like Cason who probably has a first-round talent, at least early-second is rated as a third round guy by myself because of the depth elsewhere and at his respective position.

Thanks for the update though! I hope Choice stays as a fourth round guy.

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2008 Offensive Tackle Rankings

Jake Long, Michigan
Height: 6-7. Weight: 313.
40 Time: 5.00.
Projected Round: Top 5 Pick.
Currently the top prospect at offensive tackle. Realistically, there could be three offensive tackles chosen in the Top 15.



Ryan Clady, Boise State
Height: 6-6. Weight: 319.
40 Time: 5.20.
Projected Round: Top 10 Pick.


He may not eclipse Jake Long on prospect charts, but he has the possibility to go fifth overall to the Chiefs.

Sam Baker, USC
Height: 6-4. Weight: 308.
40 Time: 5.01.
Arm: 32 3/8.
Projected Round: Top 20 Pick.
Sam Baker could have been first on this list if he didn't suffer a knee injury late last season. He had surgery in January but seems to be recovering on schedule.

Jeff Otah, Pittsburgh (12/1)
Height: 6-6. Weight: 340.
40 Time: 5.24.
Projected Round: Top 20 Pick.
Started every game for Pittsburgh in 2006, protecting Tyler Palko. Not a bad 40 considering his 340-pound frame.




Chris Williams, Vanderbilt
Height: 6-6. Weight: 320.
40 Time: 5.13.
Arm: 32 7/8.
Projected Round: 1
Co-captain of Vanderbilt's football team, Chris Williams simply doesn't allow sacks. His 40 at his size is remarkable.

Anthony Collins, Kansas
Height: 6-5. Weight: 310.
40 Time: 4.98.
Projected Round: 2.

An unsung hero for Kansas' offense this year, Collins has improved his stock tremendously. Should be able to work in any blocking scheme.

Carl Nicks, Nebraska
Height: 6-4. Weight: 343.
40 Time: 5.15.
Arm: 35.
Projected Round: 2.
A monstrous tackle with some mobility who can play guard as well. Really improved his draft stock in 2007.

Gosder Cherilus, Boston College
Height: 6-6. Weight: 315.
40 Time: 5.08.
Arm: 35 5/8.
Projected Round: 2.
Rarely injured, Gosder Cherilus could be the third offensive tackle chosen in the top 15.

Barry Richardson, Clemson
Height: 6-6. Weight: 331.
40 Time: 5.48.
Arm: 34 1/2.
Projected Round: 2.
A monstrous offensive tackle who has started 32 consecutive games.

Heath Benedict, Newberry
Height: 6-4. Weight: 321.
40 Time: 4.90.
Arm: 33 4/8.
Projected Round: 2-3.
The level of competition Benedict has played against is questionable, but he is the key cog on a front that runs on everyone. For more on Benedict, see NFL Draft Dog's Player Profile.




Tony Hills, Texas
Height: 6-6. Weight: 305.
40 Time: 4.99.
Projected Round: 2-3.
Started every game for Texas in 2006. Can play special teams. Nice 40 for his size.

Mike McGlynn, Pittsburgh
Height: 6-4. Weight: 309.
40 Time: 5.28.
Arm: 32 7/8.
Projected Round: 2-3.
Extremely durable. Can play both offensive tackle and guard positions.

John Greco, Toledo
Height: 6-5. Weight: 318.
40 Time: 5.20.
Projected Round: 2-3.
John Greco, who can play four positions on the offensive line, has been named first-team All-MAC two years in a row.

Oniel Cousins, UTEP
Height: 6-4. Weight: 301.
40 Time: 4.96.
Arm: 34 7/8.
Projected Round: 3.
After being benched in 2006, Oniel Cousins bounced back with a terrific 2007 campaign, establishing himself as a third- or fourth-round prospect capable of playing in a zone-blocking scheme.

Chad Rinehart, Northern Iowa
Height: 6-5. Weight: 317.
40 Time: 5.08.
Arm: 33 1/8.
Projected Round: 3.
The best offensive lineman you haven't heard of in this draft class. Chad Rinehart, an incredible run-blocker, can play tackle and guard. Runs a nice 40.

Duane Brown, Virginia Tech
Height: 6-5. Weight: 290.
40 Time: 4.99.
Projected Round: 4.
Perfect for any zone-blocking scheme. Can also play special teams.




Pedro Sosa, Rutgers
Height: 6-5. Weight: 290.
40 Time: 5.24.
Projected Round: 4-5.
Small for a traditional scheme; slow for a zone-blocking system. Needs to bulk up or get quicker.

Kirk Barton, Ohio State
Height: 6-4. Weight: 303.
40 Time: 5.08.
Arm: 33 1/4.
Projected Round: 4-5.
If he can duplicate or better his 40 at the Combine, Kirk Barton may have a chance at the third round.

Bobby Byrd, Washington State
Height: 6-7. Weight: 315.
40 Time: 5.29.
Projected Round: 5.
A sprained knee plagued Byrd in 2006.

Carlton Medder, Florida
Height: 6-5. Weight: 319.
40 Time: 5.29.
Projected Round: 5.
Starting right tackle for the national champs. Can play guard as well

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2008 Offensive Guard Rankings

Chilo Rachal, USC
Height: 6-5. Weight: 315.
40 Time: 5.10.
Projected Round (2009): 2.


Rachal's 40 time could get him into the first round. One of the more nimble linemen in this class.

Roy Schuening, Oregon State
Height: 6-3. Weight: 308.
40 Time: 5.25.
Arm: 32 7/8.
Projected Round: 2-3.
Should be able to pave the way for another big year for Yvenson Bernard.

Branden Albert, Virginia
Height: 6-7. Weight: 310.
40 Time: 5.19.
Projected Round (2009): 3.
Branden Albert, in the wake of an outstanding junior campaign, in which he was named to the first-team All-ACC, Albert started as a freshman at Virginia. He was named to the All-ACC Honorable Mention Team in 2006.

Drew Radovich, USC
Height: 6-4. Weight: 302.
40 Time: 5.09.
Arm: 33 1/2.
Projected Round: 3.
Started every game for USC at left guard.

Eric Young, Tennessee
Height: 6-4. Weight: 308.
40 Time: 5.08.
Projected Round: 3-4.
Plays tackle at Tennessee, but will likely move to guard for the NFL. Coming off shoulder surgery.

Shannon Tevaga, UCLA
Height: 6-3. Weight: 316.
40 Time: 5.28.
Projected Round: 3-4.
Shannon Tevaga is one of the most dependable linemen in this draft; he has started 31 consecutive games.

Adam Kraus, Michigan
Height: 6-6. Weight: 296.
40 Time: 5.15.
Projected Round: 3-4.
Along with Jake Long, next in the line of great Michigan linemen. Can play guard or center in a zone-blocking system.

Robert Felton, Arkansas
Height: 6-3. Weight: 313.
40 Time: 5.38.
Arm: 34.
Projected Round: 3-4.



Jordan Grimes, Purdue
Height: 6-3. Weight: 325.
40 Time: 5.38.
Projected Round: 4.
Jeremy Perry was carted off the field with an ankle injury in the second half against Utah. Perry seemed to be in high spirits, so hopefully it's not serious.

Perry started on Oregon State's offensive line in his first year as a Beaver. Was named Pac-10 Co-Freshman of the Year.

Donald Thomas, Connecticut
Height: 6-4. Weight: 290.
40 Time: 4.88.
Projected Round: 4.
A sub-4.9 in the 40 will catch some looks from scouts for teams using the zone-blocking scheme. Donald Thomas is a workout warrior and could put up big Combine numbers.

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2008 Center Rankings

Steve Justice, Wake Forest
Height: 6-3. Weight: 289.
40 Time: 5.06.
Arm: 31 1/2.
Projected Round: 2-3.
Named a preseason All-American for the 2007 season.

Mike Pollak, Arizona State
Height: 6-3. Weight: 299.
40 Time: 4.92.
Arm: 31 1/2.
Projected Round: 3.
Any lineman who can run under five in the 40 has my attention. Started every game for Arizona State last year. Second team All-Pac 10.

Adam Spieker, Missouri
Height: 6-3. Weight: 305.
40 Time: 5.14.
Projected Round: 3-4.
Some have John Sullivan ahead of Spieker. They're about equal on my board. Notre Dame players fell in the 2007 Draft, so that's why I'm listing Spieker first.

Kory Lichtensteiger, Bowling Green
Height: 6-2. Weight: 296.
40 Time: 5.16.
Arm: 30 7/8.
Projected Round: 3-4.
Arguably the best offensive lineman ever to play at Bowling Green. Lichtensteiger was in the middle of a line ranked second in rushing and third in fewest sacks allowed in MAC play.


Doug Legursky, Marshall
Height: 6-3. Weight: 311.
40 Time: 5.22.
Projected Round: 4.
You're getting a rock if you take Legursky; he has started every game of his collegiate career.

Cody Wallace, Texas A&M
Height: 6-4. Weight: 290.
40 Time: 5.22.
Arm: 33 3/8.
Projected Round: 4.
Started every game for the Aggies last year, and was named to the All-Big XII First Team.

John Sullivan, Notre Dame
Height: 6-3. Weight: 294.
40 Time: 5.05.
Arm: 31 1/8.
Projected Round: 4-5.
John Sullivan really struggled at Michigan, taking responsibility for a few high snaps.

Will duke it out with Missouri's Adam Spieker to be the top center in this class. Sullivan can also play guard.

Jamey Richard, Buffalo
Height: 6-4. Weight: 301.
40 Time: 5.12.
Projected Round: 5.
Two-year starter for Buffalo. One of many MAC centers eligible for the 2008 Draft.

Drew Miller, Florida
Height: 6-5. Weight: 297.
40 Time: 5.07.
Projected Round: 5.
Started as an offensive tackle, played guard in 2006 and slated to move to center in 2007. His versatility will be enticing for some NFL teams.

Fernando Velasco, Georgia
Height: 6-4. Weight: 328.
40 Time: 5.06.
Projected Round: 5.
Huge for a center, but definitely not slow. Raw - Fernando Velasco played guard last year.

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2008 Defensive End Rankings

Chris Long, Virginia
Height: 6-4. Weight: 284.
40 Time: 4.73.
Projected Round: Top 5 Pick.
Chris Long, who can play end in the 4-3 and possibly nose guard in the 3-4, had 57 tackles and five sacks in 2006. Son of former NFL star and current FOX analyst Howie Long.

Vernon Gholston, Ohio State (11/17)
Height: 6-4. Weight: 260.
40 Time: 4.58.
Projected Round: Top 10 Pick.
Vernon Gholston has declared for the 2008 NFL Draft.

Gholston had a great game against Michigan, beating Jake Long on more than one instance.

Vernon Gholston essentially came out of nowhere to record 8.5 sacks in 2006. How will he fare now that offensive coordinators will be focusing on him? Remember, Quinn Pitcock, David Patterson and Jay Richardson all left for the NFL.

Quentin Groves, Auburn
Height: 6-4. Weight: 254.
40 Time: 4.43.
Projected Round: Top 25 Pick.
I have no idea why everyone's so down on Quentin Groves, yet so high on Derrick Harvey. They're the same size. Groves is quicker. He gets more sacks. He struggled in 2007 and had to play outside linebacker a bit because of a nagging foot injury, but he should be ready to go by the Combine. And speaking of the Combine, Groves is going to put up great numbers. If he runs a low 4.4, there's no way he won't be drafted in the first round.

A 3-4 rusher, but can also play the 4-3. Size and speed very similar to Harvey's. Notched 9.5 sacks in 2006.

Derrick Harvey, Florida
Height: 6-4. Weight: 255.
40 Time: 4.67.
Projected Round: Top 25 Pick.


Harvey was abused in Florida's postseason exhibition match against Michigan. I'm putting him behind Quentin Groves.

Suited for the 3-4. Harvey, a monstrous pass rusher, sacked Troy Smith twice in the BCS Championship. Collected 11 sacks in 2006. Considered by some as a better pro prospect than Jarvis Moss, who was drafted No. 17.

Calais Campbell, Miami
Height: 6-8. Weight: 282.
40 Time: 4.77.
Projected Round: 1


Some of his measurables compare to Julius Peppers'. Recorded 11 sacks in 2006. He's only a rising junior, meaning he's got room to grow. That's scary because I just don't see how NFL teams, particularly ones with lesser offensive tackles, are going to contain him.

Phillip Merling, Clemson
Height: 6-5. Weight: 270.
40 Time: 4.65.
Projected Round: 1-2.
Phillip Merling has declared for the 2008 NFL Draft.

Merling, who recorded three sacks as a sophomore, started his junior campaign brilliantly by accumulating eight tackles, a sack and a forced fumble against Florida State.

Lawrence Jackson, USC
Height: 6-4. Weight: 261.
40 Time: 4.83.
Projected Round: 1-2.
A traditional defensive end, Lawrence Jackson had just four sacks in 2006, a drop from 10 in 2005. His stock has slipped a bit in the wake of a disappointing season, although that was a result of a different scheme USC utilized on defense.

Chris Ellis, Virginia Tech
Height: 6-4. Weight: 260.
40 Time: 4.67.
Projected Round: 2-3.
You have to like the speed that comes with his size. Can play both the 4-3 and 3-4. Had six sacks in 2005 but saw that total drop to 4.5 in 2006.

Chris Harrington, Texas A&M
Height: 6-5. Weight: 267.
40 Time: 4.72.
Projected Round: 3.
Has the size and speed to play both the 4-3 and 3-4, but more suited for the former. Notched 7.5 sacks in 2006.

Jason Jones, Eastern Michigan
Height: 6-5. Weight: 272.
40 Time: 4.67.
Projected Round: 3-4.
A candidate for the 3-4, Jason Jones had four sacks in 2006. He's been a full-time starter since his sophomore year.

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2008 Defensive Tackle Rankings


Glenn Dorsey, LSU
Height: 6-2. Weight: 299.
40 Time: 5.12.
Projected Round: Top 3 Pick.
Glenn Dorsey has established himself as the premier defender in college football, capable of dominating the line of scrimmage every single week. He'll be one of the first three players taken in the 2008 NFL Draft. A strong, quick defensive tackle that can play in just about every scheme. Glenn Dorsey would have been a top-10 pick in the 2007 Draft.

Sedrick Ellis, USC
Height: 6-1. Weight: 308.
40 Time: 4.83.
Projected Round: Top 5 Pick.
Sedrick Ellis has dominated the Senior Bowl practices and has established himself as a top-five pick.

A very quick defensive tackle who loves getting to the quarterback. Had 4.5 sacks in each of the previous two seasons.

Pat Sims, Auburn (11/17)
Height: 6-4. Weight: 316.
40 Time: 4.92.
Projected Round: Top 25 Pick.
Pat Sims has declared for the 2008 NFL Draft.

Any 315-pound defensive tackle who runs close to a 4.8 will get drafted. Sims didn't start any games as a freshman or a sophomore, but has really established himself as a dominant force this year.




Kentwan Balmer, North Carolina (12/8)
Height: 6-4. Weight: 308.
40 Time: 4.96.
Projected Round: Top 25 Pick.
Kentwan Balmer has emerged as one of the top tacklers in college football. Perfect for either the 3-4 or 4-3.

Started just eight games in 2006.

Red Bryant, Texas A&M
Height: 6-4. Weight: 326.
40 Time: 5.08.
Projected Round: 2.
Red Bryant, the top nose tackle on the board, had knee surgery in November. He'll need to prove he can play at 100 percent if he wants to get drafted in the first round.

Dre Moore, Maryland (9/14)
Height: 6-4. Weight: 307.
40 Time: 4.82.
Projected Round: 2.
Dre Moore played out of his mind against West Virginia. Steve Slaton simply couldn't run in Moore's direction, as the senior defensive tackle was in the Mountaineers' backfield the majority of the plays. He really improved his draft stock.

That 4.82 is not a misprint. Moore, who excels at stopping the run and getting to the quarterback, is a workout warrior. He'll bench 225 pounds at least 30 times. He has also notched a 34-inch vertical in the past. An expected, excellent combine may get Moore into the first round.

DeMario Pressley, N.C. State (9/10)
Height: 6-3. Weight: 300.
40 Time: 4.99.
Projected Round: 2-3.
DeMario Pressley will have knee surgery and could miss the entire 2007 season.

Will teams be afraid to take an N.C. State defensive lineman in the wake of several Wolfpack players flopping in the NFL? One thing that scares me about DeMario Pressley is his inconsistency. One game he's a beast; the next he's nowhere to be seen.




Trevor Laws, Notre Dame (10/4)
Height: 6-0. Weight: 297.
40 Time: 4.98.
Projected Round: 2-3.
Trevor Laws has been one of the few solid defenders for Notre Dame this season.

We'll have to see how Trevor Laws plays without Derek Landri and Victor Abiamiri by his side.

Frank Okam, Texas
Height: 6-5. Weight: 320.
40 Time: 5.00.
Projected Round: 3.
Frank Okam's bread and butter is his ability to stop the run, but don't take that to mean he's a one-dimensional defensive tackle.

Nick Hayden, Wisconsin
Height: 6-5. Weight: 300.
40 Time: 5.06.
Projected Round: 3-4.
Pretty much a traditional 4-3 defensive tackle who will act as depth for the team that drafts him.

Kendall Langford, Hampton
Height: 6-5. Weight: 275.
40 Time: 4.92.
Projected Round: 3-4.
Recorded eight sacks in 2006. Can play defensive end in a 3-4 as well.

Marcus Harrison, Arkansas
Height: 6-2. Weight: 310.
40 Time: 4.98.
Projected Round: 4.
A 310-pound defensive tackle who can run a sub-5.0 40? Think scouts will drool all over him? Marcus Harrison missed tons of time with a knee injury, so that'll be a concern.

James McClinton, Kansas
Height: 6-0. Weight: 290.
40 Time: 4.85.
Projected Round: 4.
A solid cover-2 defensive tackle who can rush the passer. Second-team All-American in 2007.

Frank Morton, Tulane
Height: 6-3. Weight: 327.
40 Time: 5.25.
Projected Round: 4-5.
A huge nose tackle who collected four sacks in 2006.




Carlton Powell, Virginia Tech (10/4)
Height: 6-2. Weight: 294.
40 Time: 4.93.
Projected Round: 5.
Carlton Powell was benched in mid-September.

Started every game in 2006, recording 2.5 sacks. Will fit well into a cover-2 scheme.

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2008 Outside Linebacker Rankings


Dan Connor, Penn State
Height: 6-2. Weight: 233.
40 Time: 4.58.
Projected Round: Top 20 Pick.
1. DAN CONNOR, 6-3, 230, Penn State

From the first practice, Connor jumped out as a tremendous middle linebacker with range, the ability to key and diagnose, with all the instincts required to be a great player. When a guy posts 410 tackles in a college career, sometimes you wonder if maybe his stats were padded, that maybe he was getting credit for every time he got to a pile. But that's not the case with Connor. He lines up the defense and meets all of the running backs at the line of scrimmage. It's great to see his pass drops, which he performs with smoothness and an eye on the route progressions. On one play he's holding off the deep middle, and on the next he's colliding a slant route. When the linebackers this week went to their blitz period against the running backs, he made an even bigger impression when he made three different backs simply miss him when he rushed. On two other occasions he won with a bull rush and came back with a spin move to get to the QB. "Connor could play in any scheme, 4-3 or 3-4, and excel as a rookie


Keith Rivers, USC (9/30)
Height: 6-1. Weight: 236.
40 Time: 4.57.
Projected Round: Top 20 Pick.
Rivers is a very impressive physical specimen. He weighed in around the 235-pound range, but when you watch him practice you would swear he's closer to 250. Rivers can thump a guard who comes out to block him; he sees the scheme in front of him right away and always seems to be waiting for the back before he gets to the point of attack. What is impressive is he always leads with his hands. He has long arms and great upper body strength to explode into blockers and disengage. Rivers has smooth hips, easily opens up in his drops and has a knack for knocking down balls. Rivers runs 4.6 in the 40 but plays even faster. One GM who has a 3-4 defense feels he's the best prospect for his team even though Rivers was in a 4-3 package at USC. Rivers also possesses pass-rush skills, as his physical style makes him capable of a few sacks a year. If a 4-3 team takes Rivers, it will be able to try him at the Mike (middle), Sam (strongside) or Will (weakside) positions.

Ali Highsmith, LSU (8/30)
Height: 5-11. Weight: 229.
40 Time: 4.57.
Projected Round: 2.
Ali Highsmith struggled against the run in the first half against Mississippi State, often getting beat by Bulldog running back Anthony Dixon.

A second-team All-SEC member in 2006, Highsmith has registered seven sacks the past two seasons. A bit undersized for an outside linebacker. Highsmith is a 4-3 weakside linebacker and is drawing little interest from 3-4 teams. But the 4-3 teams see a young Derrick Brooks. This guy can go sideline to sideline and he's athletic enough to go out on a slot receiver and play him in man coverage. After watching him practice, all I can say is he makes it look easy. "He might be good enough to play some safety," said one defensive coordinator. His point wasn't that he would move Highsmith to safety, but rather that he was talented enough in space to do it. On his pass-rush skills, it's all about speed, and he demonstrated a nice spin move. He could be a real intriguing player for the Tampa 2 scheme.

Xavier Adibi, Virginia Tech
Height: 6-1. Weight: 220.
40 Time: 4.57.
Projected Round: 2.
Xavier Adibi has registered three sacks each of the previous two seasons. Adibi was the first player on the field for every practice and usually beat the coaches out to the drill area. It's always great to see how much a guy loves football and has a professional attitude. Adibi demonstrated that all week, even before practice started. As the drills got under way, Adibi showed the same lightning-quick playing style Connor and Rivers demonstrated. He has edge-rush skills, he can disengage from blockers to make tackles, and he has some coverage skills. He will need to work on the nuisances of the pass drops in all the zone concepts, but it isn't a negative. What impressed me most about the Virginia Tech linebacker when I spent some time with him was his ability to deal with a bad situation and self-correct. During the Wednesday morning 9-on-7 drill that pits the defense against the offensive running game, he got tagged by USC offensive tackle Sam Baker, who got under Adibi's pads and put him on his back. But Adibi recovered from the embarrassing shot and made a great play in the next situation. When I asked him about the Baker play, he was comfortable talking about it and basically moved on to the next play in his mind. That's the type of mental toughness all coaches are looking for in the NFL. Adibi is being scouted by all 32 teams and has a position in the 3-4 as an OLB or in the 4-3 as a Sam or Will.

Erin Henderson, Maryland
Height: 6-3. Weight: 233.
40 Time: 4.58.
Projected Round: 2.
Erin Henderson has declared for the 2008 NFL Draft.

A major reason Maryland made a late run to close the 2006 season. Registered 18 tackles in a crucial game against Clemson. Brother of NFL linebacker E.J. Henderson.

Ezra Butler, Nevada
Height: 6-2. Weight: 248.
40 Time: 4.48.
Projected Round: 2-3.
Ezra Butler, who runs an incredible 40 for his size, accumulated seven sacks in 2006. He had 5.5 in 2005.

Tavares Gooden, Miami
Height: 6-1. Weight: 233.
40 Time: 4.41.
Projected Round: 3.
Tavares Gooden's workouts will have scouts salivating, but the coaches won't be so impressed. First of all, Gooden's not that productive. In fact, he started just four of the 10 games he played in last year. Secondly, he's very injury-prone. Still, his combine numbers may propel him into the second or third round (see Chris Henry, circa April 2007).



Shawn Crable, Michigan
Height: 6-5. Weight: 241.
40 Time: 4.59.
Projected Round: 3
Has a habit of getting to the opposing signal caller. Shawn Crable should be able to play in the 4-3 or 3-4, although he's more suited for the former.

Bruce Davis, UCLA
Height: 6-3. Weight: 237.
40 Time: 4.67.
Projected Round: 3-4.
It's hard not to call Davis a tweener, given his lacking size and tremendous speed. I'd like to see him put on 10 pounds this year while maintaining his 40. He has first-round production: a whopping 12.5 sacks and three forced fumbles in 2006.

Titus Brown, Mississippi State (1/24)
Height: 6-3. Weight: 239.
40 Time: 4.68.
Projected Round: 4.
Titus Brown weighed in at 239 pounds at the Senior Bowl, meaning he'll be limited to linebacker at the next level. This is pretty disappointing from a prospect who seemed so promising.

Honestly, I never had a great chance to check out Brown. What I saw in the LSU-Mississippi State game really impressed me. Brown dominated a very strong LSU line and was often unstoppable. Also showed great character when he went over to struggling quarterback Mike Henig and offered words of encouragement.

The production is there - Brown had 7.5 sacks in 2006 after a 1.5-sack campaign in 2005. Started all but one game last year.

Geno Hayes, Florida State
Height: 6-2. Weight: 218.
40 Time: 4.53.
Projected Round (2009): 4.
Geno Hayes has declared for the 2008 NFL Draft.

Hayes is one of the fastest linebackers destined to declare in the next two years. If he has an outstanding 2007 campaign, he'll come out. Needs to bulk up.

Darrell Robertson, Georgia Tech
Height: 6-3. Weight: 247.
40 Time: 4.68.
Projected Round: 4.
Another tweener who must add mass and maintain his speed. Collected just three sacks in 2006.

Curtis Gatewood, Vanderbilt
Height: 6-3. Weight: 245.
40 Time: 4.57.
Projected Round: 4-5.
A 245-pound linebacker running in the 4.5s? Scouts will be all over Curtis Gatewood, who notched seven sacks in 2006.

Mike Humpal, Iowa
Height: 6-3. Weight: 242.
40 Time: 4.62.
Projected Round: 4-5.
Easily one of the best tacklers in the Big Ten. Started every game as a junior at the Sam position.

Malik Jackson, Louisville
Height: 6-2. Weight: 232.
40 Time: 4.83.
Projected Round: 4-5.
A great 40 time for a linebacker who recorded nine sacks in 2006. Definitely on the rise. A member of the All-Big East second team.

[ColoradoBuff]

<TABLE width="99%" border=0><TBODY><TR><TD colSpan=2>January 28, 2008
Senior Bowl Stock Watch <HR width="100%" noShade SIZE=1></TD></TR><TR><TD>Scott Wright
President, NFL Draft Countdown </TD><CENTER></CENTER></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

<CENTER>Every year there are players who boost their stock at the Senior Bowl and make themselves a lot of money while there are also those who fail to impress and maybe drop a bit. Here is a real quick look at the prospects who looked the best as well as those who might have hurt themselves:</CENTER>
<TABLE width="90%" align=center border=0><TBODY><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2><CENTER>Stock Up</CENTER></TD></TR><TR class=smallw vAlign=top bgColor=#2f789f><TD> 1. Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie, CB, Tennessee St.
</TD></TR><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2> - Playmaker with excellent height and athleticism who was outstanding all week.</TD></TR><TR class=smallw vAlign=top bgColor=#2f789f><TD> 2. Lavelle Hawkins, WR, California
</TD></TR><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2> - A smooth athlete with big play ability who seemed to catch everything in Mobile.</TD></TR><TR class=smallw vAlign=top bgColor=#2f789f><TD> 3. Sedrick Ellis, DT, USC
</TD></TR><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2> - He was already a Top 10 overall pick coming in but now he just might go Top 5.</TD></TR><TR class=smallw vAlign=top bgColor=#2f789f><TD> 4. Matt Forte, RB, Tulane
</TD></TR><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2> - MVP of the game ran hard and displayed excellent feet for a big (221 lbs.) back.</TD></TR><TR class=smallw vAlign=top bgColor=#2f789f><TD> 5. Brad Cottam, TE, Tennessee
</TD></TR><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2> - Imposing physical specimen (6-7<SUP>5/8</SUP>, 271 lbs.) with good hands and athleticism.</TD></TR><TR class=smallw vAlign=top bgColor=#2f789f><TD> 6. Chad Henne, QB, Michigan
</TD></TR><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2> - The most consistent quarterback all week and showcased terrific arm strength.</TD></TR><TR class=smallw vAlign=top bgColor=#2f789f><TD> 7. Chris Williams, OT, Vanderbilt
</TD></TR><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2> - Big, smart and athletic left tackle prospect who makes it look effortless at times.</TD></TR><TR class=smallw vAlign=top bgColor=#2f789f><TD> 8. Donnie Avery, WR, Houston
</TD></TR><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2> - Big play threat with great speed who may have been the South's best wideout.</TD></TR><TR class=smallw vAlign=top bgColor=#2f789f><TD> 9. Joe Flacco, QB, Delaware
</TD></TR><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2> - Had the strongest arm of any QB in Mobile and wasn't fazed by the competition.</TD></TR><TR class=smallw vAlign=top bgColor=#2f789f><TD>10. Keith Rivers
</TD></TR><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2> - Appeared to be on a different level and he's now the undisputed #1 linebacker.</TD></TR><TR class=smallw vAlign=top bgColor=#2f789f><TD>11. Trevor Laws, DT, Notre Dame
</TD></TR><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2> - Does not have ideal physical tools but stood out and made plays all week long.</TD></TR><TR class=smallw vAlign=top bgColor=#2f789f><TD>12. Eddie Royal, WR, Virginia Tech
</TD></TR><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2> - Showed that he is not just a return specialist and could be a #2 or #3 wideout.</TD></TR><TR class=smallw vAlign=top bgColor=#2f789f><TD>13. Jason Jones, DE, Eastern Michigan
</TD></TR><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2> - College defensive tackle showed he can handle end and play with the big boys.</TD></TR><TR class=smallw vAlign=top bgColor=#2f789f><TD>14. Philip Wheeler, ILB, Georgia Tech
</TD></TR><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2> - Checked in 10-15 pounds above his listed college weight and really played well.</TD></TR><TR class=smallw vAlign=top bgColor=#2f789f><TD>15. Tracy Porter, CB, Indiana
</TD></TR><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2> - Displayed the man coverage skills he's known for but also played more physical.</TD></TR><TR class=smallw vAlign=top bgColor=#2f789f><TD>16. Red Bryant, DT, Texas A&M
</TD></TR><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2> - Huge presence in the middle who made plays and was physical and aggressive.</TD></TR><TR class=smallw vAlign=top bgColor=#2f789f><TD>18. Andre Caldwell, WR, Florida
</TD></TR><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2> - Showed why many feel that he'll end up being a better pro than college player.</TD></TR><TR class=smallw vAlign=top bgColor=#2f789f><TD>17. Charles Godfrey, CB, Iowa
</TD></TR><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2> - Has a good combination of size/speed and stuck with smaller, quicker wideouts.</TD></TR><TR class=smallw vAlign=top bgColor=#2f789f><TD>19. Carl Nicks, OT, Nebraska
</TD></TR><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2> - The heaviest player at the game showed he has great potential at OT and OG.</TD></TR><TR class=smallw vAlign=top bgColor=#2f789f><TD>20. Dre Moore, DT, Maryland
</TD></TR><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2> - Looked awful at the weigh-in but really stood out once he hit the practice field.</TD></TR><TR class=smallw vAlign=top bgColor=#2f789f><TD>21. Wesley Woodyard, OLB, Kentucky
</TD></TR><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2> - Vastly undersized ( 6-0 <SUP>5/8</SUP>, 219 lbs. ) but very active and a pure football player.</TD></TR><TR class=smallw vAlign=top bgColor=#2f789f><TD>22. Andre Fluellen, DT, Florida St.
</TD></TR><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2> - A lot shorter than the Seminoles listed him at but displayed excellent quickness.</TD></TR><TR class=smallw vAlign=top bgColor=#2f789f><TD>23. Justin Forsett, RB, California
</TD></TR><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2> - Small but displayed nice toughness and stood out after Chris Johnson was hurt.</TD></TR><TR class=smallw vAlign=top bgColor=#2f789f><TD>24. Heath Benedict, OT, Newberry
</TD></TR><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2> - Had some ups and downs but he is big, athletic, aggressive and has potential.</TD></TR><TR class=smallw vAlign=top bgColor=#2f789f><TD>25. Tashard Choice, RB, Georgia Tech
</TD></TR><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2> - Natural runner with great patience who isn't flashy but just gets the job done.</TD></TR><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2><HR></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

[ColoradoBuff]

<TABLE width="90%" align=center border=0><TBODY><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2><CENTER>Stock Down</CENTER></TD></TR><TR class=smallw vAlign=top bgColor=#ff0000><TD> 1. André Woodson, QB, Kentucky
</TD></TR><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2> - Has a slow delivery and his accuracy & decision making was very questionable.</TD></TR><TR class=smallw vAlign=top bgColor=#ff0000><TD> 2. Adarius Bowman, WR, Oklahoma St.
</TD></TR><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2> - Definitely looks the part but really struggled catching the ball early in the week.</TD></TR><TR class=smallw vAlign=top bgColor=#ff0000><TD> 3. Robert Felton, OG, Arkansas
</TD></TR><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2> - Had a bad body, questionable stamina and just did not look very good overall.</TD></TR><TR class=smallw vAlign=top bgColor=#ff0000><TD> 4. Oniel Cousins, OT, U.T.E.P.
</TD></TR><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2> - Had a chance to move up but disappointed and was leapfrogged by other OT's.</TD></TR><TR class=smallw vAlign=top bgColor=#ff0000><TD> 5. Early Doucet, WR, L.S.U.
</TD></TR><TR class=smallsm vAlign=top bgColor=#ffffff><TD colSpan=2> - Injury that ended his week prematurely will heighten those durability concerns.</TD></TR><TR><TD> </TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>

[Master___Pain]

Strange that Scott Wright did not have Dizon on the stock rising list. A bunch of other folks, ie espn, sporting news, etc, said that Dizon had a great week and might have played him self into the late second, early 3rd round.