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D2Football.com Pro Hopefuls
2007 Alley Broussard
RB
Missouri Southern
6-0 (6000)
235 lbs
4.58/4.72 40.
Overview and Analysis
It is not often that a D2 program can boast having a blue-chip prospect that was ranked in the top 10 nationally coming out of high school. Broussard came to Missouri Southern after an injury in 2005 that left him out of shape and put him in an uphill battle for playing time at LSU. In July of 2007 he left the team saying, .my heart is no longer in it.. He left LSU after playing in 35 games and rushing for 1,537 yards, 18 TDs during his career. He holds the LSU single-game rushing record with 250 yards on 26 carries against Ole Miss in .04. One thing that many don.t know is that he has cut a rap album and performed, with teammate Marlon Favorite, at halftime of an LSU men.s basketball game. This season he has been banged up at times, showing his toughness. He has the ability to dominate and should show that in the postseason, if he can finally get over the injuries that have nagged him this year and at LSU. He could be a late round pick if he impresses in the postseason and shows that he has no chronic injuries.
Danny Woodhead
RB
Chadron State
5-8 (5074)
194 lbs
4.37/4.44 40.
Overview and Analysis
Woodhead, college football’s new all-time leading rusher with 7,441 yards, has done everything you could imagine. He has won the Harlon Hill Trophy and earned All-America honors each of the last three years. As D2’s version of Reggie Bush he has shown excellent vision, a great burst, and the ability to change direction at any time. Most of his yards come off the inside zone play. He has shown the ability to catch the ball out of the backfield as well. His speed (4.43) enables him to break the long scoring runs, but his cutting ability that allows him “to turn nothing into something” is often just as impressive. He won the 55-meter dash at the RMAC Indoor Meet in 2006. Sixteen of his rushing touchdowns have been on runs of more than 60 yards. He also has a 33.5-inch vertical jump. Because of his outstanding accomplishments in high school, he became the first CSC football player to receive “a full-ride” scholarship. Many scouts worry he will be able to physically play in the NFL with his height and they worry that his speed won’t be as dominating as it is in D2. He level of competition is also a concern. Expect Woodhead to be a late round selection and get a shot as a 3rd down back and a reserve. If he was 3 inches taller he would be a first day selection. His story is one to follow, no matter what level he plays at.
Jamar Brittingham
RB
Bloomsburg
6-1 (6004)
208 lbs
4.53/4.68 40.
Overview and Analysis
Brittingham has the ideal size/power combo for the next level. His physical running style and the use of his deadly stiff arm have made him difficult to stop during his career. His work ethic was shown with his significant speed and strength improvement heading into last season. He leads by example and shows a very high football IQ. Injuries slowed him down last year, causing him to miss all or parts of several games. If he can stay healthy and show an improvement from last year he should be a late round pick. Heading into the season some have him as a late 7th rounder but most would agree he is a priority free agent.
Brandon Carr
CB
Grand Valley
6-0 (6000)
205 lbs
4.41/4.48 40.
Overview and Analysis
Carr has the size/speed combo scouts are looking for. His production (5 INT, 14 PBU) doesn?t hurt either. He shows the athletic ability, quickness, speed, and cover skills the NFL is looking for in a D2 prospect. Right now he is the top cornerback prospect in the D2 ranks and only ranks behind Tennessee State?s Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie as the best in the entire small school ranks. Heading into the season he has a late 6th-PFA grade with most having him as a 7th-PFA grade.
Brian Witherspoon
CB
Stillman
5-10 (5101)
163 lbs
4.19/4.32 40.
Overview and Analysis
Witherspoon is a raw but talented corner with 4.2 speed. He can return kicks, punts, and has the speed to make up for many flaws in technique. He was the SIAC 2006 Track & Field 100 and 200 meter dash champion. He has been tabbed as the fastest man in the SIAC. He finished 4th in the NCAA D-II Outdoor Track & Field Championships and was named a D-II Track All-American. He is a project who someone should take a chance on after the draft. He will need a chance to shine in a post-season all-star game to have a shot at getting drafted.
2007 Alley Broussard
RB
Missouri Southern
6-0 (6000)
235 lbs
4.58/4.72 40.
It is not often that a D2 program can boast having a blue-chip prospect that was ranked in the top 10 nationally coming out of high school. Broussard came to Missouri Southern after an injury in 2005 that left him out of shape and put him in an uphill battle for playing time at LSU. In July of 2007 he left the team saying, .my heart is no longer in it.. He left LSU after playing in 35 games and rushing for 1,537 yards, 18 TDs during his career. He holds the LSU single-game rushing record with 250 yards on 26 carries against Ole Miss in .04. One thing that many don.t know is that he has cut a rap album and performed, with teammate Marlon Favorite, at halftime of an LSU men.s basketball game. This season he has been banged up at times, showing his toughness. He has the ability to dominate and should show that in the postseason, if he can finally get over the injuries that have nagged him this year and at LSU. He could be a late round pick if he impresses in the postseason and shows that he has no chronic injuries.
Danny Woodhead
RB
Chadron State
5-8 (5074)
194 lbs
4.37/4.44 40.
Woodhead, college football’s new all-time leading rusher with 7,441 yards, has done everything you could imagine. He has won the Harlon Hill Trophy and earned All-America honors each of the last three years. As D2’s version of Reggie Bush he has shown excellent vision, a great burst, and the ability to change direction at any time. Most of his yards come off the inside zone play. He has shown the ability to catch the ball out of the backfield as well. His speed (4.43) enables him to break the long scoring runs, but his cutting ability that allows him “to turn nothing into something” is often just as impressive. He won the 55-meter dash at the RMAC Indoor Meet in 2006. Sixteen of his rushing touchdowns have been on runs of more than 60 yards. He also has a 33.5-inch vertical jump. Because of his outstanding accomplishments in high school, he became the first CSC football player to receive “a full-ride” scholarship. Many scouts worry he will be able to physically play in the NFL with his height and they worry that his speed won’t be as dominating as it is in D2. He level of competition is also a concern. Expect Woodhead to be a late round selection and get a shot as a 3rd down back and a reserve. If he was 3 inches taller he would be a first day selection. His story is one to follow, no matter what level he plays at.
Jamar Brittingham
RB
Bloomsburg
6-1 (6004)
208 lbs
4.53/4.68 40.
Brittingham has the ideal size/power combo for the next level. His physical running style and the use of his deadly stiff arm have made him difficult to stop during his career. His work ethic was shown with his significant speed and strength improvement heading into last season. He leads by example and shows a very high football IQ. Injuries slowed him down last year, causing him to miss all or parts of several games. If he can stay healthy and show an improvement from last year he should be a late round pick. Heading into the season some have him as a late 7th rounder but most would agree he is a priority free agent.
Brandon Carr
CB
Grand Valley
6-0 (6000)
205 lbs
4.41/4.48 40.
Carr has the size/speed combo scouts are looking for. His production (5 INT, 14 PBU) doesn?t hurt either. He shows the athletic ability, quickness, speed, and cover skills the NFL is looking for in a D2 prospect. Right now he is the top cornerback prospect in the D2 ranks and only ranks behind Tennessee State?s Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie as the best in the entire small school ranks. Heading into the season he has a late 6th-PFA grade with most having him as a 7th-PFA grade.
Brian Witherspoon
CB
Stillman
5-10 (5101)
163 lbs
4.19/4.32 40.
Overview and Analysis
Witherspoon is a raw but talented corner with 4.2 speed. He can return kicks, punts, and has the speed to make up for many flaws in technique. He was the SIAC 2006 Track & Field 100 and 200 meter dash champion. He has been tabbed as the fastest man in the SIAC. He finished 4th in the NCAA D-II Outdoor Track & Field Championships and was named a D-II Track All-American. He is a project who someone should take a chance on after the draft. He will need a chance to shine in a post-season all-star game to have a shot at getting drafted.