OFFENSIVE LINEMEN   

Allen Barbre, OT, Missouri Southern State
A Division II All-American and All-MIAA First-Teamer, Barbre has been dominant for MSU for the past couple of years. His rare combination of mobility and power are elite for his position, although he remains somewhat raw in terms of technique. Barbre is a major sleeper who projects as a potential starter in the NFL at either guard or tackle, but his athleticism and lack of elite pure size might make him more suited to certain systems. A hard worker and intense competitor as well, Barbre may be a major steal if he lands with the right team.

Jacob Bender, OT, Nicholls State
A small-school lineman with big upside, Bender has a nice frame and a fiery attitude. He was all-conference for two years at State, thanks mostly to his natural athletic ability and excellent instincts. While he's not speedy, Bender is very quick and takes good angles on his man. He also uses his excellent frame to tangle up defenders. Like many tackles coming out of college, Bender needs to bulk up a little to take the next step. He is a major sleeper, and could end up being an NFL starter in a few years.

Chris Denman, OT, Fresno State
An All-WAC pick as a senior, Denman is still a bit of a sleeper. A right tackle all through college, Denman is very adept at using his prodigious size to maximum advantage at the point of attack. He throws his weight around from the get-go, and is very cagey in making small adjustments in limited space to lock up. What Denman has a problem with is speedy rushers who get a step on him, as he doesn't have great feet or speed to adjust well in space or recover much. A move to guard might be in the offing, but he might also be able to stick at right guard.

Doug Free, OT, Northern Illinois
An All-MAC First-Teamer in 2006, Free is a tantalizing combination of athletic ability and pure size. He played some tight end early on in his college career, a testament to his agility. That said, he is not a particularly fast player, despite his above-average coordination. He makes up for that by being quick and smart, and he is surprisingly mobile for a guy his size. Free has the frame to add even more muscle to his already massive frame. He will also need to work on his technique and intensity level, but still has significant upside.

Brandon Frye, OT, Virginia Tech
A converted defensive end, Frye is a great athlete for an offensive lineman. Despite starting at tackle for only one season, he showed as a senior that he can excel in both pass and run protection. His powerful build and raw strength helped him overcome a serious elbow injury, a problem he played through during most of 2006. Frye is very raw and is a project at this point, but he is also the son of a former NFL receiver (Stan Rome) so comes by his ability naturally. He has a lot of work to do, but Frye has considerable upside.

Gabe Hall, OT, Texas Tech
A converted tight end, Hall is still learning the tackle position. He played just two full seasons on the line after making the move, but showed some real promise the more he played. His mobility and overall athleticism help him to a great job in pass protection, helping him stay with his man and adjust in space. His lack of raw size and overall technique make him less effective clearing the lane for the run. Hall is a late bloomer who is still a project, but is a risk who might pay off.

Mario Henderson, OT, Florida State
A bit of a late bloomer who became very dependable for the Seminoles, Henderson is the type of player who may be much better in the pros than he was in college. He possesses a very tantalizing combination of size and mobility, and is a smart and improving technician. More cagey than aggressive, he does a good job of adjusting in pass protection and is excellent at locking up his man. He needs to add power and leverage to his game, especially in the run protection department. Overall, he's a very nice developmental pick.

Corey Hilliard, OT, Oklahoma State
As a 2006 All-Big 12 First-Teamer, Hilliard showed good progress throughout his four-year career as a starter. A hard worker and good tactician, he has solid size and uses it to full advantage. When he gets locked on, Hilliard can be a real mauler. He is also an intense competitor who will do whatever he can to make the play. There is some question about how purely athletic and coordinated he is, and Hilliard does struggle a little when he finds himself in open space. He may be best suited to playing guard in the NFL.

Adam Koets, OT, Oregon State
A very durable and long-time starter for State, Koets has sneaky quickness. An cool and smart competitor, Koets takes good angles and uses all his tools to lock up defenders at the point of attack. He is also very mobile, able to adjust in space and find a way to recover if someone has a good first step on him. The only issue with Koets is whether he is explosive enough, in terms of both power and passion. He needs to add more mass and also a bit of an edge, especially on running plays. Regardless, he's a very promising and underrated lineman.

Andy Alleman, OG, Akron
Halfway through his college career, Alleman made two major changes: he switched schools, and positions. He played two years at Pittsburgh as a backup defensive end, but after transferring to Akron he shifted to guard. That makes him a still-raw prospect at his new position, but he retains the athleticism and explosiveness that helped him play end. Alleman is a powerful and highly athletic guard, capable of adjusting well in space. He also has great intensity and a strong work ethic. He's a project right now, but a few years down the road could be a top-tier NFL guard.

LeRoy Harris, C, North Carolina State
As a starter in 42 straight games, Harris boasts impressive efficiency and durability. In 2006 he was named to the All-ACC Second Team, a validation of his overall excellence at the college level. Harris is a smart and skilled technician on the inside of the line who also plays with a real edge. He battles from the get-go, stays with the play, and finishes his blocks. Harris is also a mature individual committed to improving his craft, although he is somewhat limited athletically (although not terribly). He has the goods to be a solid regular in the NFL.

Dan Santucci, OG, Notre Dame
Converted from defensive end, Santucci is a smart player with sneaky-good athleticism for a guard. While he's not a dominator, Santucci is a real mauler from the snap. He gets set fast and then really goes after his assignment, often staying in an opponent's grill throughout the play. While he isn't particularly big or fast, Santucci can still get bigger without losing much of his above-average quickness. He has a versatility as well that suggests he could be very useful soon in the NFL.

Kasey Studdard, OG, Texas
Blessed with a nose for making plays and good bloodlines, Studdard was an All-Big 12 First-Teamer in 2006. Studdard's father Dave was a longtime offensive tackle for the Denver Broncos, so he comes by his size and power honestly. The younger Studdard gets a good punch off the snap and then powers into his man, usually doing everything he can to get leverage. He also plays with a lot of energy and intensity, and never gives up on an assignment. That said, he can be beaten in space and doesn't recover well at all because of below-average coordination and slow feet. Regardless, Studdard is a gamer who will likely find a role at the next level.

Herbert Taylor, OG, Texas Christian
Taylor was a highly-decorated lineman in his time with the Horned Frogs, picking up All-Mountain West first-team honors as a junior and all-conference mentions every year. Taylor is a smart, intense, and all-around lineman who played tackle at TCU. His lack of ideal height and bulk suggest a move inside to guard might be best, and that's how he projects at the NFL level. Taylor's biggest challenge is adding significant bulk and power while not losing any of his quickness. If he does that, he may be a nice find for the right team.

Mansfield Wrotto, OG, Georgia Tech
A defensive lineman for three years, Wrotto impressed many with his successful transition to the O-line in his senior campaign. He probably has the athletic ability and short-range mobility and quickness to play some tackle, even though he isn't particularly tall. Wrotto showed a lot of potential in one season as a guard, possessing tenacity and an ability to use his long arms and quick feet to neutralize defenders at the point. He projects equally well as a run blocker and pass defender, but probably has more potential plowing the field on the inside.

 DEFENSIVE ENDS   

C.J. Ah You, DE, Oklahoma
Oklahoma's D-Line MVP in 2006, Ah You has overcome significant early-career knee problems to start realizing his substantial potential. He also bumped around from school to school, starting at BYU then transferring to a JUCO and eventually finding his way to Oklahoma. As a result, Ah You is an older player coming out of college (soon to be 25). That makes some question his upside, but right now he is a very quick end who reads plays well and gets after the quarterback. He can be a little too focused on that sometimes, making him a liability against the run. An intense competitor.

Ikaika Alama-Francis, DE, Hawaii
An All-WAC First-Teamer in 2006, Alama-Francis is a fantastic athlete. Somewhat of a late bloomer physically and in terms of technique, he nevertheless has the advantage of having played for a former NFL head coach (Jerry Glanville) and being the son of a former NFL QB (Joe Francis). Alama-Francis made huge strides in the past couple of years despite having never played high school football. He is still very raw in terms of technique and will be a project for a while in the NFL, but his upsdie may be better than any defensive end's in the draft. A sleeper.

Baraka Atkins, DL, Miami
Highly versatile and highly experienced, Atkins has the potential to be a very useful NFL defensive lineman. He was productive for several years at Miami playing both end and on the inside extensively, showing very good mobility and a knack for collapsing the pocket. The only knock against Atkins is his numbers somewhat levelled off early in his college career, raising questions about his intensity level. He has all the goods to be a solid pro, but just needs to find the right system and prove himself in it.

Jacob Ford, DE, Central Arkansas
An All-America Second-Teamer at the I-AA level, Ford has a great frame for a defensive end. That said, he could stand to add some overall bulk for his transition to the next level. A pure pass rusher, Ford has great focus and aggressiveness coming off the edge and getting at the quarterback, and he does so with an exceptional first step and closing speed. Unfortunately, Ford's over-focus in that area makes him a bit of an invisible man in stopping the run. His lack of overall experience and his injury history make him a somewhat risky project, but he has some impressive raw tools to work with.

Ray McDonald, DE, Florida
Versatile and accomplished, McDonald was an All-SEC honoree in 2006. He is an explosive presence off the snap who excels at getting into the backfield, and he can do it from either the tackle or end position. McDonald has big issues with injuries, having had surgery on both knees. Hs lack of elite size and bulk make him a little bit limited when big offensive linemen get a lock on him, and McDonald needs to add muscle. If he can stay healthy, he may be a nice steal for the right team. May be best suited to a 3-4 alignment.

Jay Richardson, DE, Ohio State
A late bloomer with good upside, Richardson made solid strides his final season with the Buckeyes. Mobile and rangy despite a lack of elite speed, Richardson has the same intense nose for the ball that most defenders coming out of Ohio State do. He also has a very projectable frame for the pros, and his long reach helps him make up for the occasional missed step. While not a dominant sack artist, he can definitely get into the backfield and he's very solid picking up the run. Richardson is a project at this point, but may surprise down the road.

Clifton Ryan, DE, Michigan State
His numbers tailed off somewhat as his college career progressed, but Ryan has the goods to be a very serviceable NFL lineman. He showed the ability to play both end and tackle in college, and Ryan has the explosive burst to get into the backfield, either off the edge or collapsing the pocket from the middle. His lack of major production and modest size are both red flags for NFL talent evaluators, but Ryan has the overall tools to be a very serviceable D-lineman in the NFL.

 DEFENSIVE TACKLES   

Kareem Brown, DT, Miami (Florida)
Despite a lack of experience, Brown really made a strong impression as a first-time starter as a senior. His step-up helped him earn an All-ACC Second-Team berth, and also showed scouts he can really dominate in spurts. Brown is still a work in progress, but his combination of size, mobility, and awareness are very promising. He is more quick than fast, and while he doesn't possess great closing speed he isn't easily contained off the snap. A late bloomer and big-time sleeper.

Jeremy Clark, DT, Alabama
Quicker than he is fast, Clark was a very dependable lineman over four years for the Crimson Tide. He can really dominate in short bursts, using his big, thick frame to maximum advantage in clogging up the middle. Clark has solid speed and burst, but isn't really a very mobile athlete. He excels more in a limited space, so will need to work on his angle-taking and play recognition if he wants to stick at the pro level. There is concern his upside may be limited, but there's no arguing with his consistency and raw tools.

Antonio Johnson, DT, Mississippi State
Still somewhat of a work in progress, Johnson is an intriguing project. His size, natural quickness, and nose for the ball are all very promising for his position. Johnson wasn't very accomplished until his final year at Mississippi State, but he seems to be improving all the time. He needs a lot of work with technique and footwork, but he has the physical gifts and work ethic to eventually blossom. Johnson only needs time to fulfil his sizeable potential.

Derek Landri, DT, Notre Dame
A regular starter for the Irish for three seasons, Landri's college career culminated in him being named to the All-Major Independent team. An intense and scrappy defender, Landri likes to get a burst through the line and collapse the pocket, and he is very solid at picking up runners along the way. Landri is not a great athlete and his size is questionable, so that is a big problem for him when massive and mobile defenders get a lock on him. He will keep working to improve his technique, but may need to be in the right system to succeed as a pro.

Brandon Mebane, DT, California
An All-Pac Ten First Teamer and a Third Team All-American, Mebane has come on strong late in his college career. He really added balance to his game as a senior, going from a somewhat one-dimensional pocket-collapse type to a very well-rounded tackle who did a great job reading plays and picking up the run. Quicker than he is fast, Mebane excels at getting into the backfield off the snap. His limited size and athleticism will be obstacles, but Mebane has a high motor and a healthy amount of confidence. He might need to be in the right system to excel in the NFL.

Paul Soliai, DT, Utah
Massive and still growing as a player, Soliai garnered All-Mountain West Second Team accolades in 2006. A converted guard and JUCO transfer, Soliai is blessed with rare size and strength for a tackle. His speed and overall athleticism are exceptional for a guy with his bulk, making Soliai a real strongman up the middle. His moves are still raw and he needs more work on fundamentals, but when it comes to stuffing the run, Soliai can be a real wall. There are some questions about his commitment and conditioning, but the upside is certainly there.

Marcus Thomas, DT, Florida
In terms of pure talent, Thomas is one of the elite defenders in the draft. His problem is staying on the field, a major problem for him during a 2006 season that saw Thomas first suspended for failed drug tests and then kicked off the Gators. He was a four-year starter for Florida, a testament to his excellent power, size, and athleticism. Thomas is a ball-hawk nose tackle who excels at stuffing the run, but he can also explode into the backfield. He has a big challenge in proving he can stay focused on football. If he can, he may be a great pick-up.

 LINEBACKERS   

Jon Abbate, Wake Forest
A four-year starter for the Demon Deacons, Abbate earned All-ACC First-Team recognition as a senior. A true leader on defense, Abbate is a thumper who has a knack for finding the ball. He is a non-stop competitor who reads plays well and then takes good angles in pursuit. Abbate is undersized and under-speedy, but there have been many NFL linebackers who have been very successful with similar drawbacks. This guy has the guts and smarts to succeed as a pro, although it might take him awhile to catch on.

Desmond Bishop, California
With All-Pac-10 First-Team honors in 2006, Bishop continued his rise amongst the ranks of college football's best inside linebackers. He is a very focused tackler, able to line up his targets and knock them down when he gets locked in. He was very productive for two seasons after transferring from JUCO. Bishop may have some trouble early in the NFL because he is a little one-dimensional, lacking a great awareness in pass coverage or the mobility to recover very well. That said, he's a hard worker who will get the most out of his ability. Special teams would be a great place for him to start.

Jay Moore, Nebraska
An All-Big 12 Second-Teamer, Moore made the most out of his somewhat limited starting experience with the Cornhuskers. He was only a regular starter during his final two seasons, and during them he showed a very well-rounded defensive game. He has very good size and surprising speed for someone who's not terribly fluid. That said, Moore's biggest asset is the mental game, as he possesses supreme instincts, passion, toughness, and work ethic. His versatility will help him as a pro, but early on he may be limited to situational pass-rush duty.

Michael Okwo, Stanford
An All-Pac-10 First Teamer, Okwo was an accomplished and versatile linebacker for Stanford. He has a great head for the game and a strong drive to compete and succeed, and it shows in his play. Always around the ball, he reads fairly well and then explodes toward the ball-carrier. He plays bigger and faster than his average physical gifts suggest, and that means he might be a natural early fit for special teams play. He may be more than that, if he can keep honing his craft and continues to play with the same passion he showed in college.

Tim Shaw, Penn State
Athletic enough to play tailback early in his college career, Shaw is a hard-working, versatile, and intense competitor. If his numbers hadn't taken a dip in his final year at Penn State, Shaw might be a more coveted player. His ability to excel at several defensive positions holds great appeal to NFL teams, and his aggressive approach will serve him well as a pro. Shaw has superb speed (and is a converted running back) and is a gritty competitor, the type who can become a leader at the next level. He needs to work on his coverage skills to take the next step effectively.

Anthony Waters, Clemson
As a junior Waters was an All-ACC honorable mention, with promise to be even more as a senior. That promise was put on hold in 2006 as Waters tore the ACL in his left knee. That injury was a big blow for Waters, who as a junior showed the potential to eventually become an above-average starter in the NFL. His size-speed mix is very appealing, and he also has the play recognition abilities to be excel in a pro system. Waters' accomplishments before the injury suggested he is a fine prospect, and he still may be. He just needs to get and stay healthy.

 CORNERBACKS   

Anthony Arline, Baylor
Despite his lack of hype, Arline has a promising package of size and quickness for the cornerback position. That can help him excel as a man-to-man defender, as he is capable of both keeping up with speedy receivers and he won't be overpowered by bigger ones. Arline needs to work on his play recognition, as he sometimes doesn't use his physical gifts as effectively as he could. He is in many ways still a work in progress, but his size-speed package is rare and that makes him a tantalizing NFL D-back prospect.

Tim Mixon, California
An electric athlete, Mixon missed his 2006 season at Cal because of a torn ACL in his right knee. That kept him from following up on what had been a very promising and accomplished college career, and obviously brings questions about his risk factor in the pros. He has injured the other kene as well, so he needs to prove he can stay healthy. If he can, Mixon can be a very promising and well-rounded corner who is capable of making big plays. A risky pick, but one that might pay off.

Kenny Scott, Georgia Tech
Dependable and blessed with great size and nice wheels, Scott's career at Georgia Tech ended on a bit of a sour note. He was ruled ineligible for the postseason because of not keeping his grades up. That is an obvious red flag for NFL teams, but it will be hard to resist Scott's combination of experience, accomplishment, and above-average physical tools. While he's not a lights-out hitter and can sometimes be burned by cagey receivers, Scott is still a work in progress and has the goods to be a starter in the NFL if he keeps working hard.

Bo Smith, Weber State
A transferee from Kentucky as a junior, Smith stepped up late in college to earn All-Big Sky First-Team honors. Injuries were part of what limited him as a freshman and sophomore with the Wildcats, but with Weber State he stayed on the field and showed definite promise. Smith has very good measurables (despite a lack of great height) and is an aggressive, fast, powerful corner who can really break up plays. He does have some character issues, however, so along with the injuries he is a somewhat risky (although promising) prospect.

Jonathan Wade, Tennessee
A late bloomer whose raw gifts helped him become an All-SEC choice as a senior, Wade has elite pure speed. He used that late in his college career to pile up tackles, and he is still gaining skill and confidence as a cornerback. Wade also ran track at Tennessee, which somewhat split his time. Now that he seems to be sticking with football, the sky may be the limit. He still needs a lot of work on tackling technique, angle-taking, and footwork, but with the right patient program he might become an NFL starter.

Josh Wilson, Maryland
An All-American honorable mention, Wilson has a rare mix of speed and smarts. He is one of the most athletic players in the entire draft and also possibly its most accomplished academically, earning regular honors as one of the nation's elite student-athletes. Wilson uses that intelligence on the field, making good reads and plays all over the field. While he isn't a big interception threat, his pure cover skills are elite and he also excels as a return man. Wilson has some doubters because of his size but his work ethic, smarts, and speed are top notch. 

 SAFETIES   

Gerald Alexander, Boise State
A great leaper with a nose for the ball, Alexander uses his size and hops to make plays in the secondary. He played most of his career at Boise State as a cornerback, but then was moved to safety as a senior. That versatility should help him in the NFL, especially early on as he is likely to find spot-duty all over the field. While not a big hitter, Alexander is a very solid cover guy who may eventually evolve into a big-play interception threat. A big-time sleeper.

Josh Gattis, Wake Forest
An All-America honorable mention and All-ACC First-Team selection in 2006, Gattis is a tackling machine. While not a big hitter, he uses his excellent size and raw speed to find ball carriers and usually bring them down. That makes him most effective in run coverage, but he can sometimes get caught being too focused on that aspect of the game. His coverage skills are questionable. That said, his great tools and 'see-ball, tackle carrier' mentality make him a superb special teamer. With work, he may eventually be much more than that.

Brandon Meriweather, Miami
An All-ACC Second-Teamer in 2006, Meriweather has the talent and skills to be an above-average defensive back in the NFL. He has a nice mix of athletic explosiveness and top-notch instincts, making him capable of excelling in coverage but also at making aggressive big plays on the ball or his man. On paper Meriweather is an elite prospect, but his history of behavioural issues and injuries are red flags. If he can stay healthy and focused on football, he may be a real steal.

Kevin Payne, Louisiana-Monroe
A supremely gifted natural athlete, Payne was both a safety and a punter for Louisiana-Monroe. That follows from his earlier stint as the team's primary running back in 2003, when he was named an All-Sun Belt Second-Teamer. Also a return man, Payne is possibly the most versatile force coming out of college football. While not particularly speedy, Payne makes up for it with excellent instincts. He is still very raw and probably needs to stick with one position, but Payne is a diamond-in-the-rough who may one day be a very valuable pro.

Leonard Peters, Hawaii
An intense tackler with a nose for the ball, Peters excels in both coverage and run protection. Injuries limited him during his time at Hawaii, but when he was on the field Peters was a constant playmaker. While not a burner speed-wise, he is a true playmaker who looks for the big hit in both coverage and picking up the action at the line of scrimmage. He needs work on his mobility and decision-making, but Peters is the type who can be a positive-impact player in the NFL. A sleeper.

Aaron Rouse, Virginia Tech
If Rouse has spent all his time at Tech playing just one position, he might be seen as one of his draft's elite defenders. Blessed with a rare combination of size, speed, and aggressiveness, Rouse was good as a linebacker for his first two seasons, then even better at safety as a junior and senior. A lights-out hitter, Rouse is always around the ball and is a real playmaker. His lack of polish as a safety showed a little in 2006, as he was replaced as a starter for three games. Regardless, he is a top prospect talent-wise and only needs to keep working to be great.

Daren Stone, Maine
A big hitter with a big frame, Stone picked up all-conference accolades in his senior season with Maine. Versatile and fluid, Stone has upside in several conceivable schemes at the next level. He is also an intense competitor who can keep opponents honest with big plays and a nasty on-field presence. That persona unfortunately got Stone in some off-field trouble, so he'll need to show better judgment in the pros. Overall, he has some very promising tools for a safety prospect.

John Wendling, Wyoming
An all-Mountain West First-Teamer in 2006, Wendling was highly productive throughout his final three years at Wyoming. He piled up the tackles, showing a nose for the ball in every situation. Wendling has an uncommon mix of speed, leaping ability, power, and size for his position and that also translates into versatility and effectiveness as a return man and overall special teams contributor. He may be one of the most underrated players in the draft, and Wendling has the work ethic and drive to turn his physical gifts into something special. May be a big steal.

Marvin White, Texas Christian
An All-Mountain West First Teamer, White was the leader of a great TCU secondary that was a key to one of the nation's finest defenses in 2006. Nicknamed 'Gator,' White is a big hitter who transferred into his junior year at TCU from junior college. That leaves him somewhat raw in terms of the finer points of his position, but White is an outstanding athlete who has been a star at every level he's played. He will be overlooked by some in this draft, but has the goods to eventually be a starter in the NFL. A major sleepern the draft. He started most of the games his final three seasons and was solid throughout. While not particularly fast or exciting, Jackson is a very sound cover man who can usually stay with his man and makes life hard for opponents. He's not a big-play guy, but he does take smart angles and makes good decisions. He had some off-the-field problems at Syracuse and doesn't have elite jets, but Jackson is the sneaky-good type who is more NFL-ready than most.

 SPECIALISTS   

Jesse Ainsworth, K, Arizona State
The PAC Ten's record-holder for most consecutive point-afters made, Ainsworth is a dependable technician. He is also a very effective kickoff man, adept at placing the ball deeply and accurately to pin opposing runback units. Smart and dedicated to his craft, Ainsworth is also a very solid athlete, giving him solid upside to become a good NFL kicker and eventual starter. The fact he can kick off as well gives him a nice starting point, and Ainsworth may surprise by winning a starting field goal job earlier than expected.

Nick Folk, K, Arizona
In his senior season Folk made the All-Pac-10 First Team, a nod to his impressive improvement and all-around kicking abilities. Few special teamers in the draft can do as much kicking the ball as Folk, who made big strides with his accuracy as a place-kicker, boomed some impressive punts, and really excelled as a kickoff man. His versatility is a testament to Folk's leg strength, with is prodigious. He was also a great student and fast learner at Arizona, so he has good upside in several roles. He may start off as a kickoff specialist, but Folk has the upside for more.

Dustin Medlock, K, UCLA
Prolific as a senior, Medlock was a first-team All-American in 2006. His big final season at UCLA completed a very productive career in which he was almost automatic on extra points. Medlock also improved markedly in his field goal accuracy as his experience grew, and he has always had a powerful leg. The only big issue for Medlock is a DUI charge that saw him suspended in 2005, which raises concerns about his character. Otherwise he is a very promising kicker who is peaking at the right time.

Kody Bilss, P, Auburn
Blessed with a powerful leg and excellent hang-time, Bliss is also a master of getting his punts off quickly. That combination of qualities makes him a very good pro prospect, one who is likely to eventually become a starter in the NFL. He needs to work on his placement and overall mechanics, as Bliss will occasionally hurry things under pressure. That keeps him from being blocked, but also sometimes leads to shanks and bad placement. Still, Bliss is a very reliable and powerful leg. He also does kickoffs.

Adam Podlesh, P, Maryland
An All-ACC Second-Teamer in 2006, Podlesh is an incredible athlete for a punter. Despite his smallish size, he possesses an uncanny combination of overall physical strength, elite speed, and an uncommonly powerful and accurate leg. Podlesh is very similar to current Buffalo punter (and Pro Bowler) Brian Moorman, in that he makes up for a lack of size with incredible athletic ability and precision. Podlesh has a lightning quick release and is a master of pinning opponents, and is also a capable holder on field goals. He may be the most coveted punter in this class.

Daniel Sepulveda, P, Baylor
The reigning Ray Guy award winner as the nation's top punter (which he also won in 2004), Sepulveda led all college punters in 2006 with a 46.5 yard average. Blessed with ideal size for the position and a powerful leg, Sepulveda overcame an ACL tear (in his non-kicking leg) in early 2006 and returned to show he is as good as ever. Sepulveda is a great all-around athlete with fantastic distance on his kicks, and he's improving with his placement. He is the most accomplished punting prospect in the draft.