Big Board – Top 32
2010 NFL Draft Coverage
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Draft Prospects: Big Board – Top 32 | Position Rankings
Here’s my current breakdown of the top 32 prospects for the 2010 class headed to the NFL Draft. Obviously, this list is not an indication of where these prospects will be drafted, but it does help in understanding how players compare to one another outside of position.
If you’re interested in seeing how I think the draft itself will play out at this point in the season, feel free to check out NFLNR’s mock draft.
Updated 03/04/10
1. Ndamakong Suh - Defensive Tackle
Pound for pound the best defensive tackle to come out in recent memory
2. Eric Berry – Safety
Excellent speed, athleticism, and strength. Hits like a freight train.
3. Russell Okung - Offensive Tackle
Could become a premier left tackle with enough time and the right system
4. Gerald McCoy - Defensive Tackle
Penetrating tackle with ability to get after the ball on every play
5. Joe Haden – Cornerback
Best cover corner bar none in this class
6. Sean Weatherspoon – Linebacker
Tackling machine that can cover the entire field
7. C.J. Spiller – Running Back
Extremely versatile runner with home run ability in the return game
8. Sam Bradford - Quarterback
On a mission to prove he’s got what it takes to be elite at the next level
9. Dan Williams – Defensive Tackle
Great size and strength; perfect fit as a nose tackle for a 3-4 defense
10. Taylor Mays – Safety
Potential is off the charts with freakish size and speed; can be a liability in coverage at times.
11. Bruce Campbell – Offensive Tackle
Perfect specimen on paper and enough game on the field to back it up
12. Dez Bryant - Wide Receiver
Best talent in this class, but attitude issues could drop him down a rung
13. Jason Pierre-Paul - Defensive End
Most athletic pass rusher available; not much film to work with though
14. Rolando McClain – Linebacker
Dynamic leader on and off the field that makes plays everywhere
15. Trent Williams - Offensive Tackle
Excellent blocker with skill to play either side of the line
16. Kyle Wilson – Cornerback
Nice measurables and the production to match; good returner on special teams
17. Bryan Bulaga – Offensive Tackle
Unquestionable talent on the field with ability to lock down his side of the line
18. Earl Thomas – Safety
Solid in coverage and a beast against the run; athleticism is all that and then some
19. Golden Tate – Wide Receiver
Tremendous speed, agility, and receiving ability will make him a valuable commodity on draft day
20. Derrick Morgan – Defensive End
Excellent size and strength up front; projects as a solid 4-3 pass rusher at the next level
21. Charles Brown – Offensive Tackle
Athletic in space; versatile; consistently finishes blocks
22. Brandon Graham – Defensive End
Excellent skill as a pass rusher and capable against the run
23. Jimmy Clausen – Quarterback
Extremely poised and confident quarterback with skill to back it up
24. Mike Iupati – Guard
Tremendous interior blocker with the versatility to play on the edge
25. Donovan Warren – Cornerback
Good coverage skills with enough strength to contribute against the run
26. Sergio Kindle – Linebacker
Perfect fit as a 3-4 rush LB; excellent speed and toughness against the run
27. Damian Williams – Wide Receiver
Great hands and route running; durability may be a concern
28. Brandon Spikes – Linebacker
Captain of any defense he’s on; capable of being a playmaker from day one
29. Jermaine Gresham – Tight End
Solid across the board with talent as both a receiver and a blocker
30. Jerry Hughes – Linebacker
Best suited as a 3-4 rush LB; excellent speed and intangibles
31. Brandon LaFell – Wide Receiver
Great size and ability to make tough catches over the middle
32. Corey Wootton – Defensive End
Physically imposing pass rusher with solid technique; consistency is an issue
