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D2Football.com Pro Hopefuls
2009
Rank Pos Name School Ht Wt Projection
1 CB Akwasi Owusu-Ansah IUP 6005 197 4th
2 OT Jared Veldheer Hillsdale 6076 315 4th-5th
3 RB Joique Bell Wayne State (MI) 5107 223 6th-7th
4 OLB Junior Galette Stillman 6014 244 7th-PFA
5 OT Tony Washington Abilene Christian 6061 300 7th-PFA
6 OT J'Marcus Webb West Texas A&M 6070 335 PFA
7 OLB Samuel Scott West Chester 6033 224 PFA
8 QB Trevor Harris Edinboro 6014 214 PFA
9 OT Nick McDonald Grand Valley 6037 322 PFA
10 QB Billy Cundiff Ashland 6016 214 PFA
11 WR AJ Jackson California 6043 232 PFA
12 CB Kelvin Rodgers Minnesota State 5116 168 PFA
13 CB Terrence Johnson California 5090 184 PFA
14 WR Preston Parker North Alabama 5105 196 PFA
15 OT Ramone Harewood Morehouse 6062 353 PFA
16 DT Tommie Duhart Valdosta State 6031 329 PFA
17 DT Jimmy Saddler-McQueen Texas A&M Kingsville 6030 298 PFA
18 RB Keithon Flemming West Texas A&M 5097 207 PFA
19 DT Robert Callaway Saginaw Valley 6044 330 PFA
20 WR Kelton Tindal Newberry 6017 197 PFA
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Akwasi Owusu-Ansah
CB
IUP
6'1"
197 lbs
4.47-4.48
Career Snapshot:
1st team All-American CB, AP, 1st team All-PSAC West CB, RS w/22-275-12.5-3 PR, 16-475-29-7-2 KR, 27 TT, 1.5 TFL, 2 INT, 4 PBU in '09. 2nd team All-American CB, 1st team All-PSAC West RS, 2nd team CB w/14 TT, 8 INT/returned one for td, 10 PBU, 13-318-24.5 KR, 20-242-12-1 PR in 10 gms in '08. 12 TT, 2 PBU, FF, 28-271-9.7-1 PR, 21-528-25.1-1 KR, 2-6-3.0 rush in 12 gms in '07. 20 TT, 3 PBU, FR for TD (45yds), FF, 4-79-19.8 KR in 10 gms in '06.
GRADE: 5.50
Projection:
Very athletic and versatile defender with the ability to make an impact on special teams. Ansah had shoulder surgery in the fall but will participate in the combine. Needs to work on protecting the ball with some fumble issues at times during his career but he has great size, ball skills, and is productive. If healthy and checks out medically at the combine then there is no reason not to expect him to land in the mid rounds, potentially a top 100 selection with good workouts.
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Jared Veldheer
OT
Hillsdale
6'8"
315 lbs
4.88-4.94
Career Snapshot:
1st team All-American, 1st team All-GLIAC at LT in '09. 2nd team All-American, 1st team All-GLIAC at LT in '08. 2nd team All-GLIAC at RT in '07. Started at RT in '06.
GRADE: 5.50
Projection:
A very athletic and massive left tackle with good feet but is raw and needs a lot of work. Right now is a mid-round projection but could move into the top 100 with a good combine showing due to upside and potential.
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Joique
Bell
RB
Wayne State (Mi)
5'11"
223 Lbs
4.50-4.55
Career Snapshot:
Harlon Hill Trophy Winner, 1st team All-American, 1st team All-GLIAC, POY w/326-2084-6.4-29 rush, 3-5-94-60.0-1-0 pass, 23-293-12.7-3 rec in '09. 1st team All-GLIAC w/218-1152-5.3-12 rush, 20-226-11.3-1 rec, 2-6-45-33.3-1 pass in '08. HM All-American, 1st team All-GLIAC, OFF Back of Year w/289-1427-4.9-25 rush, 22-230-10.5-3 rec, 4-78-19.5 KR, 9-88-9.8 PR in '07. 1st team All-American, 1st team All-GLIAC/Rookie of Year w/348-2065-22-5.9 rush, 14-169-1-12.1 rec, 1-1-40-1 pass in '06. Redshirted in '05.
Projection:
While many draft sites have moved him into the top 4 or 5 rounds, Bell still has to prove he is faster than the 4.55 that most NFL teams expect him to run. He did very well in the Senior Bowl practices but lacks that second gear and burst that teams look for in a running back. His production and size alone should get him drafted but if he can't improve on his 4.5 estimate then it is likely he lands in the same area that Xavier Omon did but perhaps a little higher possibly landing in the mid-late 5th round or early 6th round.
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Junior
Galette
OLB
Stillman
6'1"
244 lbs
4.58-4.60
Career Snapshot:
2nd team All-American, 1st team All-SIAC w/56 TT, 17.5 TFL, 9.5 SCK, 12 QBH, 3 FF, BLK in 9 gms in '09. Transferred from Temple for '09. Dismissed from Temple in spring '09. 46 TT, 10 TFL, 7.5 SCK, 3 PBu, QBH, FF in 8 gms in '08. 41 TT, 11.5 TFL, 7.5 SCK, 4 PBU, FR, 2 FF in 12 gms in '07. HM Frosh AA w/52 TT, 5.5 TFL, SCK, PBU, BLK in '06.
Projection:
Galette is for real showing good speed off the edge and quickness for a pass rusher. Despite that he is still an undersized tweener and his pro position will depend on which scheme he is drafted in to. His performance in the Texas vs. Nation Game was very solid and could land in the mid-late rounds with solid workouts at the NFL Scouting Combine.
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Tony Washington
OT
Abilene Christian
6'6"
300 lbs
5.23-5.24
Career Snapshot:
1st team All-American, 1st team All-LSC South, OL of Year at LT in '09. 1st team All-American, 1st team All-LSC South, OL of Year at LT in '08. Transferred from Trinity Valley College.
GRADE: 4.90
Projection:
Washington landed a combine invite despite a disappointing senior season in which he gave up several sacks. It is believed that he did not attend an all-star game due to legal issues, which could hurt him on draft day. He is a top 150 talent but don't be surprised if he only goes in the late rounds or goes undrafted. His stock could change more than any other player depending on his combine and private workouts.
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J'Marcus
Webb
OT
West Texas A&M
6'7"
335 lbs
5.30-5.35
Career Snapshot:
1st team All-American, 1st team All-LSC South at LT in '09. 1st team All-American, 1st team All-LSC South at LT in '08. Transferred from Navarro CC. Played one season at Texas.
GRADE: 4.90
Projection:
Like Washington, Webb has some issues but unlike Washington he has participated in an all-star game already with a solid performance in the Cactus Bowl and Texas vs. Nation Game. He was named the Offensive Lineman of the Game at the Cactus Bowl and held his own well at the Texas vs. Nation Game. Webb needs work on his technique and consistency but flashes at times. If not drafted he will certainly get a free agent deal right after the draft.
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Sam
Scott
LB
West Chester
6'3"
244 lbs
4.75-4.81
Career Snapshot:
HM All-American, 1st team All-PSAC West w/62 TT, 17 TFL, 7.5 SCK, INT, 3 PBU, 5 QBH, 2 FF, 2 BLK in '09. 1st team All-PSAC East w/81 TT, 7 TFL, 3.5 SCK, 4 PBU, FR in 13 gms in '08. 79 TT, 12.5 TFL, 4 SCK, 4 PBU, 3 QBH, FF in 12 gms in '07. Redshirted in '06.
GRADE: 4.90
Projection:
Scott's size, length, the fact he can run, and his instincts make him an attractive developmental prospect. Of all the players on the list he has made the biggest push up the board in the last few months after a solid performance at the Cactus Bowl, being named Defensive MVP, and an improved senior season in which he was the best defender on the field for West Chester. If he can improve his 4.8 time from last spring there is no reason he won't sneak into the late rounds.
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Trevor
Harris
QB
Edinboro
6'2"
210lbs
4.85-4.90
Career Snapshot:
HM All-American, 1st team All-PSAC West w/269-402-3304-24-8-66.9 pass, 112-370-3.3-6 rush in 12 gms in '09. HM All-American, 1st team All-PSAC West, OFF POY w/213-323-2780-26-6-65.9 pass, 63-226-3.6-4 rush in '08. 1st team All-PSAC West, OFF POY w/292-426-3268-30-10-68.5 pass, 80-250-3.1-5 rush in '07. 2nd team All-PSAC West, ROY w/192-313-2547-20-7-61.3 pass in '06. Redshirted in '05.
GRADE: 4.80
Projection:
Harris had a very good senior season showing a good arm, accuracy, and the ability to throw on the run. His career production is eye opening as a four-time All-PSAC selection and three-time player of the year. His grade and projection as a priority free agent would be higher if he had gained more weight since last spring. Harris must bulk up for the next level but has the physical tools and qualities you look for in a developmental prospect.
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Nick
McDonald
OT
Grand Valley
6'4"
322 lbs
5.27-5.29
Career Snapshot:
1st team All-American, 1st team All-GLIAC, OL of Yr at LT in '09. Moved to LT from RG for '09. 2nd team All-GLIAC at RG in '08. Backup, played special teams in '07. Backup, played special teams in '06. Redshirted in '05.
GRADE: 4.80
Projection:
McDonald played special teams and multiple positions along the line during his career, making him a versatile player that should make a roster because of his versatility and ability to help in multiple positions. His dominance as a senior and solid performance at the Cactus Bowl solidified himself a spot in the late rounds or as a priority free agent.
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Billy
Cundiff
QB
Ashland
6'2"
214 lbs
4.90-4.92
Career Snapshot:
HM All-American, 2nd team All-GLIAC w/199-305-2653-24-1-65.2 pass, 87-32-1.5-0 rush in '09. HM All-American, 1st team All-GLIAC w/199-305-2653-24-1-65.2 pass, 87-132-1.5-0 rush in '09. AFCA All-American, POY, 1st team All-GLIAC w/279-414-3776-37-8-67.4 pass, 99-272-2.7-4 rush in 13 gms in '08. 2nd team All-GLIAC w/136-222-2278-16-4-61.3 pass, 63-177-2.8-0 rush in 9 gms in '07. Transferred from UCONN.
GRADE: 4.80
Projection:
Cundiff had an impressive senior season showing great accuracy, good mobility, good arm strength, and again produced at a high level. The former UCONN transfer is a solid developmental prospect to keep an eye on but needs to bulk up for the next level. Expect him to be a highly sought after priority free agent or possibly sneak into the late rounds.
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AJ
Jackson
WR
California (Pa)
6'5"
237 lbs
4.60-4.62
Career Snapshot:
1st team All-American, 1st team All-PSAC West w/101-1424-14.1-18 rec in 15 gms in '09. 1st team All-PSAC West w/43-706-16.4-10 rec at WR in 13 gms in '08. Transferred from Sequoia JC. JC Player of Year in '07.
GRADE: 4.80
Projection:
Jackson has ideal size and strength and while he had a terrific season he still needs a lot of work with route running and becoming more consistent. With tools like he possesses he should be more dominant than he was. Some argue that the best receiver on their team was a junior and with the lack of blazing speed and his lack of burst Jackson could go undrafted unless he does well in workouts.
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Kelvin
Rodgers
CB
Minnesota State
6'0"
168 lbs
4.40-4.41
Career Snapshot:
1st team All-NSIC South CB/RS w/51 TT, 3 TFL, 3 INT/returned one for TD, 7 PBU, QBH, FR for TD, FF, 3 BLK, 29-691-23.8-1 KR, 21-246-11.7-0 PR, 1-7-7.0-0 rush in 12 gms in '09. 2nd team All-American RS, 1st team All-NSIC South CB/RS w/23 TT, 2 TFL, 3 INT, 5 PBU, FR, 31-841-27.1-2 KR, 15-239-15.9-2 PR in '08. 35 TT, 2 INT, 6 PBU, FR, 25-285-11.4 PR, 28-723-25.8-1 KR in '07. Track: 3rd place in long jump (24'2 ?") at D2 Indoor Track & Field Championships. Won NCC Indoor Track and Field long jump title with a leap of 23'8 ?". 5th place in 60m dash with 7:06. 17 TT in '06.
GRADE: 4.80
Projection:
Rodgers was close to getting a draftable grade but his lack of bulk and strength for the position will hurt him at the next level. Despite that, his speed, return ability, and production make him a worthy developmental prospect to sign right after the draft.
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Terrence
Johnson
CB
California
5'9"
184 lbs
4.45-4.47
Career Snapshot:
2nd team All-American, 1st team All-PSAC West CB w/55 TT, 4 TFL, 3 INT, 9 PBU, FF, BLK, 15-356-23.7-0 KR, 1-9-9.0-0 PR in '09. AFCA, 2nd team All-American, 1st team All-PSAC West w/46 TT, 2.5 TFL, 5 INT, 3 PBU, 2 FR, 6-179-29.8-1 KR in 14 gms in '08. 1st team All-PSAC West w/45 TT, 3 INT/returned one for TD, 5 PBU, FR, FF, 5-128-25.6 KR in 14 gms in '07. 31 TT, 1.5 TFL, 5 INT, 2 PBU, FF, 2 BLK, 1-21-21.0 PR in '06.
GRADE: 4.70
Projection:
Johnson has been excellent over his career as a three-time first-team All-PSAC and two-time All-American selection but lacks the size NFL teams are looking for. His speed and ability to recover well still make him worth signing and his versatility in the return game could very well allow him to make a roster. Still though he needs to bulk up some and work on technique and should be given that chance as a priority free agent after the draft.
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Preston
Parker
WR
North Alabama
5'11"
196 lbs
4.49-4.50
Career Snapshot:
2nd team All-GSC w/52-789-15.2-6 rec, 6-1-0.2-0 rush, 2-3-1.5-00 PR, 8-220-27.5-0 in 12 gms in '09. Dismissed from Florida State after DUI arrest in Jan 09. 10-87-8.7 rush, 1-1-29-100.0-1-0 pass, 40-372-9.3-2 rec, 3-7-2.3 PR, 8-162-20.2 in 10 gms, pled guilty to 2 misdemeanors and suspended 2 gms, held out of practices before bowl game w/ankle injury in '08. 62-791-12.8-3 rec, 52-270-5.2-3 rush, 1-3-17-0-0-33.3 pass, 31-328-10.6 PR, 9-124-13.8 KR in 13 gms in '07. 3-13-4.3 rush, 2 -26.13.0 rec, 1-10-10.0 PR, 1-21-21.0 KR in '06.
Projection:
Parker has his share of on field issues but there is no question he has talent showing good speed, versatility, and toughness by playing hurt at the Texas vs. Nation Game. His senior season was not what many expected but the talent he showed at Florida State is still there and a big reason why he is headed to the NFL Scouting Combine. If he does well in workouts there is no reason he could not land in the late rounds but many teams will likely stay away from him because of that. Whatever happens it would be shocking if he is not, at least, taken as a free agent after the draft.
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Ramon
Harewood
OT
Morehouse
6'6"
353 lbs
5.25-5.28
Career Snapshot:
1st team All-SIAC at LT in '09. 1st team All-SIAC at LT in '08. 2nd team All-SIAC at LT in '07. Started at LT in '06.
GRADE: 4.70
Projection:
Harewood is a massive individual with great size and length but needs a lot of work on technique, footwork, and effort. Most consider him just a kid with size while others think he is a late round type prospect. With varying opinions on him it appears as though the three-time All-SIAC selection is going to at least get signed shortly after the draft.
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Tommie
Duhart
DT
Valdosta State
6'3"
329 lbs
5.15-5.2
Career Snapshot:
20 TT, 2 TFL, 2 SCK, PBU, QBH, SAF in 9 gms in '09. Transferred from Pittsburgh for '09. 3 TT, TFL, PBU, FF, QBH in '08. 24 TT, 4.5 TFL, SCK, 2 FF, BLK in '07. Transferred from Coffeyville JC in '07. All-KJCCC w/35 TT, 9.5 TFL, 5.5 SCK, 4 FR in '06.
GRADE: 4.70
Projection:
Duhart is possibly the biggest unknown in this group among D2 fans and media as the only member of the hopefuls to ever conclude his career without earning postseason honors while in D2 but he more than held his own at the Texas vs. Nation Game and his play at Pittsburgh before transferring warrants a strong look in the late rounds or as a priority free agent. His size, quickness, and strength are very attractive in a developmental defensive tackle prospect.
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Jimmy
Saddler-McQueen
DT
Texas A&M-Kingsville
6'3"
298 lbs
4.95-4.97
Career Snapshot:
HM All-American, HM All-LSC South w/30 TT, 6 TFL, 3 PBU, 3 QBH in 12 gms in '09. 2nd team All-LSC South, Co-DL of Year w/43 TT, 8.5 TFL, 3 SCK, 7 PBU, FR at NG in '08. 42 TT, 5.5 TFL, 2 SCK, PBU, QBH in '07. 29 TT, 3 TFL, PBU, 2 FR in 8 gms in '06. Redshirted in '05.
GRADE: 4.70
Projection:
While his play as a senior was not quite what many expected in terms of accolades he is still a big body that can run and looked solid in all-star games. Because of his ability to run and size he will certainly get in a camp as a developmental project at the nose or 3 technique.
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Keithon
Flemming
RB
West Texas A&M
5'10"
207 Lbs
4.52-4.53
Career Snapshot:
1st team All-Lonestar South, Co-OFF BOY w/91-479-5.3-12 rush, 38-325-8.6-4 rec in 6 gms in '09. 1st team All-Lonestar South, FOY w/160-1198-7.5-12 rush, 73-647-8.9-5 rec, 20-207-10.4 PR, 3-17-5.7 KR in 13 gms in '07. Transferred from Wyoming for '06 and sat out. Redshirted in '05.
GRADE: 4.70
Projection:
Flemming started the year off slow with injuries but finished strong and had a nice showing at the Texas vs. Nation Game rushing for over 60 yards. His downhill and hard running style make him an intriguing prospect. Don't be surprise if he is taken in the late rounds if he improves on his expected 4.5 40-yard dash time. Flemming could be the biggest riser of all D2 prospects between mid-season and draft day moving from a tryout or reject type early in the season to a solid late round or priority free agent grade heading into his pro day.
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Robert
Callaway
DT
Saginaw Valley
6'4"
330 lbs
5.08-5.10
Career Snapshot:
HM All-GLIAC w/25 TT, 3.5 SCK, PBU, 2 QBH, 3 BLK, 1-44-44.0-0 PR in 12 gms in '09. 9 TT, 2.5 TFL, 0.5 SCK in 10 gms in '08. 2 TT, 0.5 TFL in 5 gms in '07. 5 TT in 5 gms in '06.
GRADE: 4.70
Projection:
Entering the season it was not known if he would even get serious looks but he showed improvement, got his weight under control, and was in better shape. While he lacks ideal production he has the ideal size and has been a solid plugger. His ability to clog the middle was shown well at the Cactus Bowl and is almost guaranteed to get a free agent deal after the draft.
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Kelton Tindal
WR
Newberry
6'2 (6021)
189 lbs
4.22/4.31
Career Snapshot:
2nd team All-SAC w/33-437-13.2-4 rec, 11-43-3.9-0 rush in 10 gms in '09. 1st team All-SAC w/39-745-19.1-6 rec, 13-24-1.8-2 rush, 1-14-14.0 PR, 5-76-15.2 KR, 2 BLK in 10 gms in '08. 18-284-4 rec, 12-85 rush, 2 TT in '07. 26-432-2 rec in '06.
GRADE: 4.60
Projection:
Tindal struggled as a senior dropping a lot of passes and running incorrect routes but his size, blazing speed, and burst still make him an attractive developmental prospect for after the draft. He struggled in the practices at the Texas vs. Nation Game but did have a nice catch in the game. Regardless of his struggles so far his blazing speed will get him in a camp and could still put him in the late rounds because of the potential.
2009
Rank Pos Name School Ht Wt Projection
1 CB Akwasi Owusu-Ansah IUP 6005 197 4th
2 OT Jared Veldheer Hillsdale 6076 315 4th-5th
3 RB Joique Bell Wayne State (MI) 5107 223 6th-7th
4 OLB Junior Galette Stillman 6014 244 7th-PFA
5 OT Tony Washington Abilene Christian 6061 300 7th-PFA
6 OT J'Marcus Webb West Texas A&M 6070 335 PFA
7 OLB Samuel Scott West Chester 6033 224 PFA
8 QB Trevor Harris Edinboro 6014 214 PFA
9 OT Nick McDonald Grand Valley 6037 322 PFA
10 QB Billy Cundiff Ashland 6016 214 PFA
11 WR AJ Jackson California 6043 232 PFA
12 CB Kelvin Rodgers Minnesota State 5116 168 PFA
13 CB Terrence Johnson California 5090 184 PFA
14 WR Preston Parker North Alabama 5105 196 PFA
15 OT Ramone Harewood Morehouse 6062 353 PFA
16 DT Tommie Duhart Valdosta State 6031 329 PFA
17 DT Jimmy Saddler-McQueen Texas A&M Kingsville 6030 298 PFA
18 RB Keithon Flemming West Texas A&M 5097 207 PFA
19 DT Robert Callaway Saginaw Valley 6044 330 PFA
20 WR Kelton Tindal Newberry 6017 197 PFA
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Akwasi Owusu-Ansah
CB
IUP
6'1"
197 lbs
4.47-4.48
Career Snapshot:
1st team All-American CB, AP, 1st team All-PSAC West CB, RS w/22-275-12.5-3 PR, 16-475-29-7-2 KR, 27 TT, 1.5 TFL, 2 INT, 4 PBU in '09. 2nd team All-American CB, 1st team All-PSAC West RS, 2nd team CB w/14 TT, 8 INT/returned one for td, 10 PBU, 13-318-24.5 KR, 20-242-12-1 PR in 10 gms in '08. 12 TT, 2 PBU, FF, 28-271-9.7-1 PR, 21-528-25.1-1 KR, 2-6-3.0 rush in 12 gms in '07. 20 TT, 3 PBU, FR for TD (45yds), FF, 4-79-19.8 KR in 10 gms in '06.
GRADE: 5.50
Projection:
Very athletic and versatile defender with the ability to make an impact on special teams. Ansah had shoulder surgery in the fall but will participate in the combine. Needs to work on protecting the ball with some fumble issues at times during his career but he has great size, ball skills, and is productive. If healthy and checks out medically at the combine then there is no reason not to expect him to land in the mid rounds, potentially a top 100 selection with good workouts.
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Jared Veldheer
OT
Hillsdale
6'8"
315 lbs
4.88-4.94
Career Snapshot:
1st team All-American, 1st team All-GLIAC at LT in '09. 2nd team All-American, 1st team All-GLIAC at LT in '08. 2nd team All-GLIAC at RT in '07. Started at RT in '06.
GRADE: 5.50
Projection:
A very athletic and massive left tackle with good feet but is raw and needs a lot of work. Right now is a mid-round projection but could move into the top 100 with a good combine showing due to upside and potential.
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Joique
Bell
RB
Wayne State (Mi)
5'11"
223 Lbs
4.50-4.55
Career Snapshot:
Harlon Hill Trophy Winner, 1st team All-American, 1st team All-GLIAC, POY w/326-2084-6.4-29 rush, 3-5-94-60.0-1-0 pass, 23-293-12.7-3 rec in '09. 1st team All-GLIAC w/218-1152-5.3-12 rush, 20-226-11.3-1 rec, 2-6-45-33.3-1 pass in '08. HM All-American, 1st team All-GLIAC, OFF Back of Year w/289-1427-4.9-25 rush, 22-230-10.5-3 rec, 4-78-19.5 KR, 9-88-9.8 PR in '07. 1st team All-American, 1st team All-GLIAC/Rookie of Year w/348-2065-22-5.9 rush, 14-169-1-12.1 rec, 1-1-40-1 pass in '06. Redshirted in '05.
Projection:
While many draft sites have moved him into the top 4 or 5 rounds, Bell still has to prove he is faster than the 4.55 that most NFL teams expect him to run. He did very well in the Senior Bowl practices but lacks that second gear and burst that teams look for in a running back. His production and size alone should get him drafted but if he can't improve on his 4.5 estimate then it is likely he lands in the same area that Xavier Omon did but perhaps a little higher possibly landing in the mid-late 5th round or early 6th round.
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Junior
Galette
OLB
Stillman
6'1"
244 lbs
4.58-4.60
Career Snapshot:
2nd team All-American, 1st team All-SIAC w/56 TT, 17.5 TFL, 9.5 SCK, 12 QBH, 3 FF, BLK in 9 gms in '09. Transferred from Temple for '09. Dismissed from Temple in spring '09. 46 TT, 10 TFL, 7.5 SCK, 3 PBu, QBH, FF in 8 gms in '08. 41 TT, 11.5 TFL, 7.5 SCK, 4 PBU, FR, 2 FF in 12 gms in '07. HM Frosh AA w/52 TT, 5.5 TFL, SCK, PBU, BLK in '06.
Projection:
Galette is for real showing good speed off the edge and quickness for a pass rusher. Despite that he is still an undersized tweener and his pro position will depend on which scheme he is drafted in to. His performance in the Texas vs. Nation Game was very solid and could land in the mid-late rounds with solid workouts at the NFL Scouting Combine.
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Tony Washington
OT
Abilene Christian
6'6"
300 lbs
5.23-5.24
Career Snapshot:
1st team All-American, 1st team All-LSC South, OL of Year at LT in '09. 1st team All-American, 1st team All-LSC South, OL of Year at LT in '08. Transferred from Trinity Valley College.
GRADE: 4.90
Projection:
Washington landed a combine invite despite a disappointing senior season in which he gave up several sacks. It is believed that he did not attend an all-star game due to legal issues, which could hurt him on draft day. He is a top 150 talent but don't be surprised if he only goes in the late rounds or goes undrafted. His stock could change more than any other player depending on his combine and private workouts.
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J'Marcus
Webb
OT
West Texas A&M
6'7"
335 lbs
5.30-5.35
Career Snapshot:
1st team All-American, 1st team All-LSC South at LT in '09. 1st team All-American, 1st team All-LSC South at LT in '08. Transferred from Navarro CC. Played one season at Texas.
GRADE: 4.90
Projection:
Like Washington, Webb has some issues but unlike Washington he has participated in an all-star game already with a solid performance in the Cactus Bowl and Texas vs. Nation Game. He was named the Offensive Lineman of the Game at the Cactus Bowl and held his own well at the Texas vs. Nation Game. Webb needs work on his technique and consistency but flashes at times. If not drafted he will certainly get a free agent deal right after the draft.
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Sam
Scott
LB
West Chester
6'3"
244 lbs
4.75-4.81
Career Snapshot:
HM All-American, 1st team All-PSAC West w/62 TT, 17 TFL, 7.5 SCK, INT, 3 PBU, 5 QBH, 2 FF, 2 BLK in '09. 1st team All-PSAC East w/81 TT, 7 TFL, 3.5 SCK, 4 PBU, FR in 13 gms in '08. 79 TT, 12.5 TFL, 4 SCK, 4 PBU, 3 QBH, FF in 12 gms in '07. Redshirted in '06.
GRADE: 4.90
Projection:
Scott's size, length, the fact he can run, and his instincts make him an attractive developmental prospect. Of all the players on the list he has made the biggest push up the board in the last few months after a solid performance at the Cactus Bowl, being named Defensive MVP, and an improved senior season in which he was the best defender on the field for West Chester. If he can improve his 4.8 time from last spring there is no reason he won't sneak into the late rounds.
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Trevor
Harris
QB
Edinboro
6'2"
210lbs
4.85-4.90
Career Snapshot:
HM All-American, 1st team All-PSAC West w/269-402-3304-24-8-66.9 pass, 112-370-3.3-6 rush in 12 gms in '09. HM All-American, 1st team All-PSAC West, OFF POY w/213-323-2780-26-6-65.9 pass, 63-226-3.6-4 rush in '08. 1st team All-PSAC West, OFF POY w/292-426-3268-30-10-68.5 pass, 80-250-3.1-5 rush in '07. 2nd team All-PSAC West, ROY w/192-313-2547-20-7-61.3 pass in '06. Redshirted in '05.
GRADE: 4.80
Projection:
Harris had a very good senior season showing a good arm, accuracy, and the ability to throw on the run. His career production is eye opening as a four-time All-PSAC selection and three-time player of the year. His grade and projection as a priority free agent would be higher if he had gained more weight since last spring. Harris must bulk up for the next level but has the physical tools and qualities you look for in a developmental prospect.
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Nick
McDonald
OT
Grand Valley
6'4"
322 lbs
5.27-5.29
Career Snapshot:
1st team All-American, 1st team All-GLIAC, OL of Yr at LT in '09. Moved to LT from RG for '09. 2nd team All-GLIAC at RG in '08. Backup, played special teams in '07. Backup, played special teams in '06. Redshirted in '05.
GRADE: 4.80
Projection:
McDonald played special teams and multiple positions along the line during his career, making him a versatile player that should make a roster because of his versatility and ability to help in multiple positions. His dominance as a senior and solid performance at the Cactus Bowl solidified himself a spot in the late rounds or as a priority free agent.
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Billy
Cundiff
QB
Ashland
6'2"
214 lbs
4.90-4.92
Career Snapshot:
HM All-American, 2nd team All-GLIAC w/199-305-2653-24-1-65.2 pass, 87-32-1.5-0 rush in '09. HM All-American, 1st team All-GLIAC w/199-305-2653-24-1-65.2 pass, 87-132-1.5-0 rush in '09. AFCA All-American, POY, 1st team All-GLIAC w/279-414-3776-37-8-67.4 pass, 99-272-2.7-4 rush in 13 gms in '08. 2nd team All-GLIAC w/136-222-2278-16-4-61.3 pass, 63-177-2.8-0 rush in 9 gms in '07. Transferred from UCONN.
GRADE: 4.80
Projection:
Cundiff had an impressive senior season showing great accuracy, good mobility, good arm strength, and again produced at a high level. The former UCONN transfer is a solid developmental prospect to keep an eye on but needs to bulk up for the next level. Expect him to be a highly sought after priority free agent or possibly sneak into the late rounds.
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AJ
Jackson
WR
California (Pa)
6'5"
237 lbs
4.60-4.62
Career Snapshot:
1st team All-American, 1st team All-PSAC West w/101-1424-14.1-18 rec in 15 gms in '09. 1st team All-PSAC West w/43-706-16.4-10 rec at WR in 13 gms in '08. Transferred from Sequoia JC. JC Player of Year in '07.
GRADE: 4.80
Projection:
Jackson has ideal size and strength and while he had a terrific season he still needs a lot of work with route running and becoming more consistent. With tools like he possesses he should be more dominant than he was. Some argue that the best receiver on their team was a junior and with the lack of blazing speed and his lack of burst Jackson could go undrafted unless he does well in workouts.
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Kelvin
Rodgers
CB
Minnesota State
6'0"
168 lbs
4.40-4.41
Career Snapshot:
1st team All-NSIC South CB/RS w/51 TT, 3 TFL, 3 INT/returned one for TD, 7 PBU, QBH, FR for TD, FF, 3 BLK, 29-691-23.8-1 KR, 21-246-11.7-0 PR, 1-7-7.0-0 rush in 12 gms in '09. 2nd team All-American RS, 1st team All-NSIC South CB/RS w/23 TT, 2 TFL, 3 INT, 5 PBU, FR, 31-841-27.1-2 KR, 15-239-15.9-2 PR in '08. 35 TT, 2 INT, 6 PBU, FR, 25-285-11.4 PR, 28-723-25.8-1 KR in '07. Track: 3rd place in long jump (24'2 ?") at D2 Indoor Track & Field Championships. Won NCC Indoor Track and Field long jump title with a leap of 23'8 ?". 5th place in 60m dash with 7:06. 17 TT in '06.
GRADE: 4.80
Projection:
Rodgers was close to getting a draftable grade but his lack of bulk and strength for the position will hurt him at the next level. Despite that, his speed, return ability, and production make him a worthy developmental prospect to sign right after the draft.
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Terrence
Johnson
CB
California
5'9"
184 lbs
4.45-4.47
Career Snapshot:
2nd team All-American, 1st team All-PSAC West CB w/55 TT, 4 TFL, 3 INT, 9 PBU, FF, BLK, 15-356-23.7-0 KR, 1-9-9.0-0 PR in '09. AFCA, 2nd team All-American, 1st team All-PSAC West w/46 TT, 2.5 TFL, 5 INT, 3 PBU, 2 FR, 6-179-29.8-1 KR in 14 gms in '08. 1st team All-PSAC West w/45 TT, 3 INT/returned one for TD, 5 PBU, FR, FF, 5-128-25.6 KR in 14 gms in '07. 31 TT, 1.5 TFL, 5 INT, 2 PBU, FF, 2 BLK, 1-21-21.0 PR in '06.
GRADE: 4.70
Projection:
Johnson has been excellent over his career as a three-time first-team All-PSAC and two-time All-American selection but lacks the size NFL teams are looking for. His speed and ability to recover well still make him worth signing and his versatility in the return game could very well allow him to make a roster. Still though he needs to bulk up some and work on technique and should be given that chance as a priority free agent after the draft.
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Preston
Parker
WR
North Alabama
5'11"
196 lbs
4.49-4.50
Career Snapshot:
2nd team All-GSC w/52-789-15.2-6 rec, 6-1-0.2-0 rush, 2-3-1.5-00 PR, 8-220-27.5-0 in 12 gms in '09. Dismissed from Florida State after DUI arrest in Jan 09. 10-87-8.7 rush, 1-1-29-100.0-1-0 pass, 40-372-9.3-2 rec, 3-7-2.3 PR, 8-162-20.2 in 10 gms, pled guilty to 2 misdemeanors and suspended 2 gms, held out of practices before bowl game w/ankle injury in '08. 62-791-12.8-3 rec, 52-270-5.2-3 rush, 1-3-17-0-0-33.3 pass, 31-328-10.6 PR, 9-124-13.8 KR in 13 gms in '07. 3-13-4.3 rush, 2 -26.13.0 rec, 1-10-10.0 PR, 1-21-21.0 KR in '06.
Projection:
Parker has his share of on field issues but there is no question he has talent showing good speed, versatility, and toughness by playing hurt at the Texas vs. Nation Game. His senior season was not what many expected but the talent he showed at Florida State is still there and a big reason why he is headed to the NFL Scouting Combine. If he does well in workouts there is no reason he could not land in the late rounds but many teams will likely stay away from him because of that. Whatever happens it would be shocking if he is not, at least, taken as a free agent after the draft.
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Ramon
Harewood
OT
Morehouse
6'6"
353 lbs
5.25-5.28
Career Snapshot:
1st team All-SIAC at LT in '09. 1st team All-SIAC at LT in '08. 2nd team All-SIAC at LT in '07. Started at LT in '06.
GRADE: 4.70
Projection:
Harewood is a massive individual with great size and length but needs a lot of work on technique, footwork, and effort. Most consider him just a kid with size while others think he is a late round type prospect. With varying opinions on him it appears as though the three-time All-SIAC selection is going to at least get signed shortly after the draft.
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Tommie
Duhart
DT
Valdosta State
6'3"
329 lbs
5.15-5.2
Career Snapshot:
20 TT, 2 TFL, 2 SCK, PBU, QBH, SAF in 9 gms in '09. Transferred from Pittsburgh for '09. 3 TT, TFL, PBU, FF, QBH in '08. 24 TT, 4.5 TFL, SCK, 2 FF, BLK in '07. Transferred from Coffeyville JC in '07. All-KJCCC w/35 TT, 9.5 TFL, 5.5 SCK, 4 FR in '06.
GRADE: 4.70
Projection:
Duhart is possibly the biggest unknown in this group among D2 fans and media as the only member of the hopefuls to ever conclude his career without earning postseason honors while in D2 but he more than held his own at the Texas vs. Nation Game and his play at Pittsburgh before transferring warrants a strong look in the late rounds or as a priority free agent. His size, quickness, and strength are very attractive in a developmental defensive tackle prospect.
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Jimmy
Saddler-McQueen
DT
Texas A&M-Kingsville
6'3"
298 lbs
4.95-4.97
Career Snapshot:
HM All-American, HM All-LSC South w/30 TT, 6 TFL, 3 PBU, 3 QBH in 12 gms in '09. 2nd team All-LSC South, Co-DL of Year w/43 TT, 8.5 TFL, 3 SCK, 7 PBU, FR at NG in '08. 42 TT, 5.5 TFL, 2 SCK, PBU, QBH in '07. 29 TT, 3 TFL, PBU, 2 FR in 8 gms in '06. Redshirted in '05.
GRADE: 4.70
Projection:
While his play as a senior was not quite what many expected in terms of accolades he is still a big body that can run and looked solid in all-star games. Because of his ability to run and size he will certainly get in a camp as a developmental project at the nose or 3 technique.
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Keithon
Flemming
RB
West Texas A&M
5'10"
207 Lbs
4.52-4.53
Career Snapshot:
1st team All-Lonestar South, Co-OFF BOY w/91-479-5.3-12 rush, 38-325-8.6-4 rec in 6 gms in '09. 1st team All-Lonestar South, FOY w/160-1198-7.5-12 rush, 73-647-8.9-5 rec, 20-207-10.4 PR, 3-17-5.7 KR in 13 gms in '07. Transferred from Wyoming for '06 and sat out. Redshirted in '05.
GRADE: 4.70
Projection:
Flemming started the year off slow with injuries but finished strong and had a nice showing at the Texas vs. Nation Game rushing for over 60 yards. His downhill and hard running style make him an intriguing prospect. Don't be surprise if he is taken in the late rounds if he improves on his expected 4.5 40-yard dash time. Flemming could be the biggest riser of all D2 prospects between mid-season and draft day moving from a tryout or reject type early in the season to a solid late round or priority free agent grade heading into his pro day.
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Robert
Callaway
DT
Saginaw Valley
6'4"
330 lbs
5.08-5.10
Career Snapshot:
HM All-GLIAC w/25 TT, 3.5 SCK, PBU, 2 QBH, 3 BLK, 1-44-44.0-0 PR in 12 gms in '09. 9 TT, 2.5 TFL, 0.5 SCK in 10 gms in '08. 2 TT, 0.5 TFL in 5 gms in '07. 5 TT in 5 gms in '06.
GRADE: 4.70
Projection:
Entering the season it was not known if he would even get serious looks but he showed improvement, got his weight under control, and was in better shape. While he lacks ideal production he has the ideal size and has been a solid plugger. His ability to clog the middle was shown well at the Cactus Bowl and is almost guaranteed to get a free agent deal after the draft.
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Kelton Tindal
WR
Newberry
6'2 (6021)
189 lbs
4.22/4.31
Career Snapshot:
2nd team All-SAC w/33-437-13.2-4 rec, 11-43-3.9-0 rush in 10 gms in '09. 1st team All-SAC w/39-745-19.1-6 rec, 13-24-1.8-2 rush, 1-14-14.0 PR, 5-76-15.2 KR, 2 BLK in 10 gms in '08. 18-284-4 rec, 12-85 rush, 2 TT in '07. 26-432-2 rec in '06.
GRADE: 4.60
Projection:
Tindal struggled as a senior dropping a lot of passes and running incorrect routes but his size, blazing speed, and burst still make him an attractive developmental prospect for after the draft. He struggled in the practices at the Texas vs. Nation Game but did have a nice catch in the game. Regardless of his struggles so far his blazing speed will get him in a camp and could still put him in the late rounds because of the potential.
