JAY's ANNUAL LIST of PLAYERS WHO COULD HAVE BETTER
NFL CAREERS THAN PLAYERS SELECTED AHEAD OF THEM in the DRAFT

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red indicates numbers are near the top for their position

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STANTON DREW MICHIGAN ST 6'3.2" 226   4.73 1.56 2.71 4.41   6.77 30.5" 9'0"
Ignore the buzz.  At different times Smith, Kolb, Beck, Edwards, etc. were considered in the mix with Stanton as the #3 quarterback in the draft.  In my opinion, he separated himself from the others during the post season (Senior Bowl, Combine).  Stanton is the clear choice and will be a solid NFL player.  He has good size and athleticism and can make all the throws.  He will be better in the NFL than he was in college.
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ZABRANSKY JARED BOISE ST 6'1.7" 215   4.53 1.53 2.65 4.08   6.78 35.5" 9'3"
Of the quarterbacks who will go on day two, I like Zabransky.  He is an excellent athlete, smart and a winner.  In some ways he reminds me of Jeff Garcia.  In the right system (west coast offense) he could be very good.  In the wrong system, he will be nothing more than a solid backup.  
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HOLLENBACH SAM MARYLAND 6'5.5" 217   4.86 1.66 2.79 4.34   6.94 34.5" 9'8"
Hollenbach really impressed me at the Inta Juice All Star Game.  He showed good movement in the pocket, made good decisions (for the most part), put mustard on short passes when needed, and was accurate.  I can see him going the path of Jake Delhomme.  Hollenbach's biggest negative at Maryland was that he threw too many interceptions, however, he was still towards the top in quarterback ratings.  That supports my view that his interceptions were from forcing throws, not from lack of accuracy, which is correctable.
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PITTMAN ANTONIO OHIO ST 5'10.6" 210 16 4.40 1.52 2.53 4.16   6.84 35.5" 10'3"
After Peterson and Lynch, Pittman is the running back I would draft if I was looking for a prime time back.  He has the speed to bounce outside and take it the distance, is quick and makes good cuts, and has enough strength to run inside.  Pittman has the skills to be a runner like Thomas or Julius Jones.
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BATTLE JACKIE HOUSTON 5'10.5" 229 19 4.42 1.52 2.55 4.11   6.51 41" 10'11"
Sshhhh.  Everyone knows about Chris Henry's workout because he did it at the Combine.  He will now go on day one.  However, check out Battle's numbers.  They are as impressive as Henry's numbers.  The difference is, however, that Battle had better production in college.  He ran for just under 1000 yards, with a 5.1 yard per rush average, and 15 touchdowns.  He is big, strong, fast, quick, and athletic.
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TERRY D. D. SAM HOUSTON ST 6'0.5" 196 12 4.40 1.51 2.58       38.5" 10'1"
Terry is a recent covert from linebacker to running back and his aggressiveness shows in his running style.  He has good speed, is quick, and athletic.  He ran for over 1,300 yards his senior year, averaging over 6 yards a carry.  He also caught 22 balls for almost 240 yards and rushed for 15 touchdowns.  Terry will not be a lead back, but is ideal as a third down back who can also be part of a two-back tandem.  He will out perform running backs taken ahead of him in the draft.
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HILL JASON WASHINGTON ST 6'0.4" 203   4.32     4.22   7.02 37" 10'3"
It wouldn't surprise me if Hill is the best receiver (outside of  Johnson, and maybe Bowe) to come out of this draft.  He is fast, tough, has great hands, and a great attitude.  While receivers like Jarrett, Rice, Ginn Jr, Smith, etc, will be drafted ahead of Hill; Hill is more of a sure thing and will have a better NFL career than the majority of them.
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GONZALEZ ANTHONY OHIO ST 6'0" 193 16 4.44     4.08 11.45 6.54 38" 10'3"
Gonzalez is flying a bit under the radar right now.  He has reliable hands, runs precise routes, has good speed, excellent quickness, and is a good athlete.  Most rookie receivers do not hit their stride until year three.  Gonzalez will be ready year one.  If he is drafted by a team that can get him on the field right away, he will be the surprise receiver from this draft class in terms of on-field production his rookie year.  Others will catch up later in their careers, but Gonzalez will remain a very good NFL player.
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CLOWNEY DAVID VIRGINIA TECH 6'0.2" 188   4.36 1.52 2.53 4.15 11.75 7.00 33" 10'3"
Clowney impressed me more than any other receiver during Senior Bowl practices.  He showed speed, quickness, good moves, and excellent hands.  He may need to add some bulk to take the pounding he will get in the NFL, however, he will become a dynamite #3 wide receiver for the team that drafts him with the potential to develop into a #2.  I expect numerous receivers to come off the board before Clowney, but he will become a vital cog for the team that drafts him, while players drafted higher than him disappoint.
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ZIEGLER DOMINIQUE BAYLOR 6'2" 181   4.55     4.42   7.18 34.5" 10'0"
My list always includes a long shot receiver, who has great hands and can make plays.  This receiver can become a valuable fourth or fifth receiver who plays on third downs and is a reliable option to help move the chains.  This year it is Ziegler.  He probably won't get drafted.  The key for this kid will be choosing a team to sign with wisely.  Don't go for a west coast offense.  Don't go for a team that loads up with speed at the bottom of their receiver roster.  Look at teams that value players like Ricky Proehl.  Ziegler has skills, he just lacks measurables.
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