Heres a little something I put together. Next year looks to be quite special, especially on the offensive side of the ball. Major depth among all the positions, but especially at RB. Ive listed the top 5 prospects at QB, RB, WR, and OT, plus a runner-up, just for good measure. Enjoy :beer: TOP 5 OVERALL RB Adrian Peterson WR Calvin Johnson OT Sam Baker QB Brady Quinn WR Dwayne Jarrett QB Brady Quinn (SR)- the consensus #1 quarterback going into 2007 Chad Henne (JR)- the Michigan quarterback has started since freshman year Drew Stanton (SR)- had a spectacular year and should continue to improve Brian Brohm (JR)- the most accurate of the bunch Jordan Palmer (SR)- severly underrated signal-caller who puts up spectacular #s *Drew Tate (SR)*- drops due to his extremely small frame, but a very productive player RB Adrian Peterson (JR)- a better prospect than Reggie Bush at this point in his career. A dominating runner in between the tackles Marshawn Lynch (JR)- an electrifying player with superb speed and agility Michael Bush (SR)- a superb talent, but his size and running style might hurt him at the next level Alley Broussard (JR)- might be rated a bit high, but if healthy, has the potential to be a special player. Combines great size with superb speed Kenny Irons (SR)- stepped in for Ronnie Brown and Cadillac Williams and put up great numbers *Garrett Wolfe (JR)*- ultra-productive player who will be limited at the next level due to his lack of size WR Calvin Johnson (JR)- has all the tools you look for. One of the best pass catchers to come out in a while Dwayne Jarrett (JR)- soft hands with a great size/speed ratio and the production to back it up Jeff Smardzija (SR)- integral part of ND’s potent offense and Brady Quinn’s go-to-guy Tedd Ginn Jr (JR)- may be a bit overrated but with Santonio Holmes out of the picture, Ginn will become the go-to-receiver and excel Jarrett Hicks (SR) had a down season but should bounce back and put up #s similar to those he had 2 years ago *Ryne Robinson (SR)* a small but quick receiver who has been very productive thus far OT Sam Baker (SR)- one of the better overall tackles to come out in recent times Joe Thomas (SR)- Wisconsin tackle with huge upside Justin Blalock (SR)- a dominating tackle who may have to move to guard at the next level Jake Long (SR)- absolute mammoth of a right tackle Ryan Harris (SR)- undersized but very strong in pass protection; guards Brady Quinn’s blindside *Levi Brown (SR)*- a punishing run blocker
Calvin Johnson is not coming out. I am a GT fan and he has said every year that he is staying all four years.
We gotta get our hands on either Jarret or Johnson at WR. I think even if Clemens and Washington don't pan out, the FO isn't going to give up on them after one year. Jarret and Johnson are what we need, a big strong WR who can go get the ball. They would both compliment Coles very well.
I'd have put my own rankings in there, but it's pretty much the exact same things for most of em. I'm really excited about all the WR talent that's going to be available.
The way I see it, the more the merrier. It is going to be a long offseason so I'd like to see as much opinions as possible.
Exactly what I was going to say, but the original post saying Peterson is better than Bush is a bit of a reach.
He is also self-proclaimed as the best WR in football... when he has a chance at top 5 and at worse top 10 money I don't think a guy like him has what it takes to turn it down. I agree with your list for the most part but I would put Levi Brown at 3rd and move everyone down a slot. He's the only PSU returning OL and he'll show his worth throughout the season.
No problem :beer: I was gonna make my own but by all means feel free to post yours, Im looking forward to it. I wouldnt mind seeing your offensive rankings either
I would expect a Penn State fan to say that :breakdance: I was debating whether to put Brown above Harris but IMO thats the most he should go. I dont see him as a better prospect than Blalock or Long, at least not yet, but by no means am I underestimating him either
Here's mine TOP 3 OVERALL RB Adrian Peterson QB Brady Quinn WR Calvin Johnson QB Brady Quinn (SR)-flashed greatness,good arm and accuracy(Pro Comparison-Tom Brady) Jordan Palmer (SR)-Carson Palmer's brother, a good athlete and a great arm(Pro Comparison Carson Palmer) Brian Brohm(JR) - very accurate, moves very well, smart for his age(Pro Comparison-Peyton Manning) Drew Stanton (SR)-great physical ability and great toughness(Pro ComparisonJake Plummer) Drew Tate(SR)-good arm strenth,athletic, tough (Pro Comparison-Drew Brees) Troy Smith (SR)- great athlete who proved last year to be a top qb, great speed , might be switched to wr but he can play qb (Pro Comparison-Aaron Brooks) RB Adrian Peterson (JR)-beast in the field,strong fast and a great runner.(Pro Comparison-Larry Johnson meets Jamal Lewis) Marshawn Lynch (JR)-fast runner who hits holes quick(Pro Comparison-Willie Parker) Tyrone Moss(SR)-physical runner, who has good speed(Lamount Jordan) Michael Bush (SR)- big, physical player who has good speed(Pro Comparison-Stephen Davis) Garrett Wolfe(SR)- fast and can make people miss, good reciever(Brian Westbrook) Brian Leonard (SR)-could be a fb in the nfl, great hands and can break tackles(Pro Comparison-Mike Alstott) WR Calvin Johnson (JR)-great hands and great size(Pro Comparison-Marvin Harrison meets Larry Fitzgerald) Dwayne Jarrett (JR)- really great size, great jumping ability, catches with his hands very well, Jeff Samardzija (SR)- very good target for Quninn who has underrated speed and very good hands(Pro Comparison-Javon Walker) Tedd Ginn Jr (JR)- fastest wr in the draft who has great returning ability, explosive(Pro Comparison Steve Smith) Limas Sweed (JR)- tall target for Vince Young who should excel and get even better this season, very good hands.(Pro Comparison Roy Williams) Ryan Moore (SR)-under achiever so far but improved in 05,with Kyle Wright heading into his JR season he should have his best season yet.(Pro Comparison(Pro Comparison-Jerry Porter) TE Greg Olsen (JR)-great reciever and probably was the best on last yera for the canes.(Pro Comparison-Todd Heap) Zach Miller (JR)-another great reciever who is also a good blocker.(Pro Comparison-Chris Cooley) Scott Chandler(SR)- converted wr to te , very good ball skills.(Pro Comparison-Jeremy Shockey)
