Zen-like Todd Posted August 23, 2002 Share Posted August 23, 2002 I'm sure he won't mind me posting this We have a couple of local boys, and Champ's bro on the list. A few defensive linemen to pay attention to as well. Aug. 21This is my first Top 25 Big Board of senior prospects for the 2003 NFL draft (in April and May, I posted preliminary lists of the top 15 senior prospects). As usual, I'll update the board each week throughout the college football season. Byron Leftwich Byron Leftwich threw for 4,132 yards and 38 TDs in 2001. 1. Byron Leftwich, QB, Marshall -- He has all the physical skills plus impressive production and consistency. 2. Dave Ragone, QB, Louisville -- A Boomer Esiason-type, gun-slinging southpaw. 3. William Joseph, DT, Miami -- Yet another Hurricane early first-round draft pick. 4. Andre Woolfolk, CB, Oklahoma -- The former wide receiver has become a shut-down corner. 5. Lee Evans, WR, Wisconsin -- Possesses exceptional skills and is due back from knee injury in early October. 6. E.J. Henderson, LB, Maryland -- All-American caliber LB coming off back injury. 7. Jarret Johnson, DE, Alabama -- In mold of Rams DE Grant Wistrom; combines rugged approach with impressive skills. 8. Lee Suggs, RB, Virginia Tech -- Quality feature back coming off 2001 knee injury. 9. Terence Newman, CB, Kansas State -- Highly skilled corner with blazing recovery speed. 10. Brett Williams, OT, Florida State -- Protects blind side of QB Chris Rix. 11. Jerome McDougle, DE, Miami -- Former juco star is a force off the edge. 12. Jimmy Kennedy, DT, Penn State -- Clogs the middle with his huge 6-foot-4¼, 335-pound frame. 13. Vince Manuwai, OG, Hawaii -- Possesses explosive strength and quickness. 14. Boss Bailey, LB, Georgia -- Primed for eye-catching final campaign in Athens. 15. Andrew Pinnock, FB, South Carolina -- Combines punishing style with astounding quickness. 16. Mike Doss, S, Ohio State -- In mold of Chicago Bears S Mike Brown. 17. Bernard Berrian, WR, Fresno State -- Big-play option in Bulldogs' attack. 18. Sammy Davis, CB, Texas A&M -- Showcases excellent man cover skills. 19. Mario Haggan, LB, Mississippi State -- Major headliner since early in SEC career. 20. Derrick Dockery, OG, Texas -- Clears the way with his 6-5, 345-pound frame. 21. Steve Sciullo, OT, Marshall -- QB Byron Leftwich's best friend this year. 22. Julian Battle, S, Tennessee -- His natural talent will set tone in Vols' secondary. 23. Jordan Gross, OT, Utah -- Underrated standout in Mountain West Conference. 24. Ken Dorsey, QB, Miami -- Outstanding job managing the Hurricane offense. 25. Ben Johnson, OT, Wisconsin -- Combines 6-6¼, 322-pound frame with quick feet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom [Giants fan] Posted August 23, 2002 Share Posted August 23, 2002 I'd love to know how much Kiper gets paid to watch college football. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fred Smoot Fan Posted August 23, 2002 Share Posted August 23, 2002 We gotta draft Boss Bailey to go along with Champ. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Braves On Warpath Posted August 23, 2002 Share Posted August 23, 2002 The folks here in Columbus know that Mike Doss, while a true star, is not even the best Buckeye defender. Watch out for DE Will Smith (yes, just like the actor). Last year he had trouble against the run as he was a little light in the seat. Over the off-season, he added about 30lbs and is now 6'3" 295. A pretty decent frame to go with SUB 4.5 speed! He has been killing everyone all off-season and HC Jim Tressel says he may be the bigest playmaker on the team. This guy could have a monster season. It will all start tomorrow when the Buckeyes take on the Red Raiders of Texas Tech. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Matt Kyriacou Posted August 23, 2002 Share Posted August 23, 2002 I know that we are in great shape at LB, but the thought of having E.J. Henderson on the team as well gives me a woody. Luckily the fact that we have more pressing needs brings me back down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loki Posted August 23, 2002 Share Posted August 23, 2002 Derrick Dockery in the 7th......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom [Giants fan] Posted August 23, 2002 Share Posted August 23, 2002 You may be set at LB this year but how long before you have to find a replacement for Armstead? You would probably want his eventual replacement on the team for at least a year as the GIants did with Dhani Jones. Drafting his replacement next year may not be a bad idea. It would probably give the guy two years before he has to take over and he can play special teams in the meantime while learning from the LB's on the team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Posted August 23, 2002 Share Posted August 23, 2002 As soon as Navy Dave saw this, he fell in love. Vince Manuwai, OG, Hawaii -- Possesses explosive strength and quickness. Come to me Vince. Come to the Redskins. Prediction that THIS is the guy we absoutely must have next year for Dave . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NavyDave Posted August 23, 2002 Share Posted August 23, 2002 I look for Antonio pierce to step in for Armstead and we dont lose that much when it happens. I think Vince Manuwai should be around when we pick in the 28- 32 range Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Evil Genius Posted August 23, 2002 Share Posted August 23, 2002 And of course, drafting a LB could spell a shift to the 3-4 scheme. Which has been discussed ad nauseum here before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fred Smoot Fan Posted August 24, 2002 Share Posted August 24, 2002 Screw Henderson we gotta go with Bailey I mean with a name like Boss he has to be awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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