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Vic Beasley/DE-OLB/Clemson: A year ago when Florida State annihilated Clemson, Beasley’s performance ran parallel to the beating his team received as he tallied one solo tackle and was handled all game by Seminoles left tackle Cameron Erving. And while Clemson lost a close game in overtime this weekend, Beasley’s performance was brilliant compared to a year ago. The senior terrorized Florida State all night posting 2 sacks and 2 tackles for loss. It was obvious Florida State focused on Beasley as two blockers were assigned to him most of the night. The end result was Beasley breaking through blocks to make plays or the creation of opportunities for teammates. Most impressive was his ability rushing the passer out of a three point stance as well as standing up over tackle. This time around Erving looked intimidated and confused through much of the game.
Nate Orchard/DE-OLB/Utah: Scouts had been raving about Orchard during the early part of the season despite Utah’s lackluster schedule. Hence the game Saturday against Michigan was a big test for both team and player. After a slow start Orchard turned on the burners during critical moments in the second half and looked dominant at times. He finished with 7 tackles, 2 tackles for loss, 2 sacks while also breaking up a pass. The ability Orchard displayed off the line of scrimmage in space was impressive and nicely complimented his pass rushing skills. Comparisons are being drawn to former Boise State star Demarcus Lawrence, selected in the second round last April by the Dallas Cowboys. If Orchard continues his impressive play he could also move into the second frame.
Kris Frost/OLB/Auburn: Frost caught my eye during the summer when I graded him as a late round pick but the junior has exceeded expectations in the early going. The athletic linebacker prospect displayed pass rush prowess in the victory over Kansas State, totaling 2 sacks and 2 tackles for loss to go along with 6 tackles. Frost projects as a weak-side prospect and has consistently shown skill making plays in pass coverage but the newest element of his game, rushing the passer, will further boost his draft stock.
Landon Collins/S/Alabama: Entering the year I decided to take a wait and see approach towards Collins, stamping him with a late round grade. Thus far in 2014 he’s made a believer of me. The junior was a part time starter last season but has shown great development this year after moving in with the first team on a fulltime basis. His athleticism and ability to make plays in coverage is impressive. During the blowout victory over Florida, Collins made an acrobatic interception in deep centerfield and a pair of terrific pass defenses on the sidelines. Sized well, he’s more than just the strong safety some have suggested he’ll be.
Greg Mabin/CB/Iowa: Mabin sat on the sidelines the past two seasons and has taken well to the starting role this year.
http://www.draftinsider.net/blog/?p=10031
Vic Beasley/DE-OLB/Clemson: A year ago when Florida State annihilated Clemson, Beasley’s performance ran parallel to the beating his team received as he tallied one solo tackle and was handled all game by Seminoles left tackle Cameron Erving. And while Clemson lost a close game in overtime this weekend, Beasley’s performance was brilliant compared to a year ago. The senior terrorized Florida State all night posting 2 sacks and 2 tackles for loss. It was obvious Florida State focused on Beasley as two blockers were assigned to him most of the night. The end result was Beasley breaking through blocks to make plays or the creation of opportunities for teammates. Most impressive was his ability rushing the passer out of a three point stance as well as standing up over tackle. This time around Erving looked intimidated and confused through much of the game.
Nate Orchard/DE-OLB/Utah: Scouts had been raving about Orchard during the early part of the season despite Utah’s lackluster schedule. Hence the game Saturday against Michigan was a big test for both team and player. After a slow start Orchard turned on the burners during critical moments in the second half and looked dominant at times. He finished with 7 tackles, 2 tackles for loss, 2 sacks while also breaking up a pass. The ability Orchard displayed off the line of scrimmage in space was impressive and nicely complimented his pass rushing skills. Comparisons are being drawn to former Boise State star Demarcus Lawrence, selected in the second round last April by the Dallas Cowboys. If Orchard continues his impressive play he could also move into the second frame.
Kris Frost/OLB/Auburn: Frost caught my eye during the summer when I graded him as a late round pick but the junior has exceeded expectations in the early going. The athletic linebacker prospect displayed pass rush prowess in the victory over Kansas State, totaling 2 sacks and 2 tackles for loss to go along with 6 tackles. Frost projects as a weak-side prospect and has consistently shown skill making plays in pass coverage but the newest element of his game, rushing the passer, will further boost his draft stock.
Landon Collins/S/Alabama: Entering the year I decided to take a wait and see approach towards Collins, stamping him with a late round grade. Thus far in 2014 he’s made a believer of me. The junior was a part time starter last season but has shown great development this year after moving in with the first team on a fulltime basis. His athleticism and ability to make plays in coverage is impressive. During the blowout victory over Florida, Collins made an acrobatic interception in deep centerfield and a pair of terrific pass defenses on the sidelines. Sized well, he’s more than just the strong safety some have suggested he’ll be.
Greg Mabin/CB/Iowa: Mabin sat on the sidelines the past two seasons and has taken well to the starting role this year.
http://www.draftinsider.net/blog/?p=10031
