Strengths: Man-coverage ability on slot receivers Could conceivably play some nickel corner Instinctive Quickness Fluid, can flip his hips and run Covers a lot of ground Always around the ball Solid run-defender Excellent tackler Ball skills Superb at picking up receivers in off-man coverage Natural zone-safety skills Versatility Intelligence Durable Experienced Weaknesses: Undersized Short Lacks…

Strengths: Powerful Strong run blocker Mean streak Quickness Intelligent, should be an asset in line calls Developed run-blocking technique Does well in short yardage Quality drive blocker Anchors well against bull rushers Good technique Recoverability Strong hands Sustains blocks Scheme flexibility Durable Experienced 4-year starter Versatile for guard or center Weaknesses: Short arms (32 7/8)…

Strengths: Hard hitter Tackling ability Run defense Physical presence Can separate the ball from the receiver Has some coverage ability Can defend the deep part of the field Could be used to cover tight ends in man coverage Good speed Experienced Durable Quickness Ready to compete quickly Athletic Upside Weaknesses: Lacks height, length Sometimes he…

Strengths: Tremendous route-runner Tough to cover out of his breaks Sudden quickness Constantly gains separation Can stretch the field Vertical threat Polished, well-rounded receiver Very good run-after-catch ability Good hands Body control Can make tough, contested receptions Adept at finding soft spots in zone Blocker Scheme versatility Gritty Pure football player Experienced Intelligent Durable Ready…

Strengths: Throws a good deep ball Can make all the NFL throws Powerful arm Dual-threat quarterback Athletic Mechanics Quick release Distributes the ball to a variety of weapons Decision making Field vision Toughness; has held up under lots of hits as a runner and passer Improved throughout college Hard worker Good character Team leader Intangibles…

Strengths: Excellent mechanics Quick release Strong arm Can make all the NFL throws Distributes the ball to a variety of weapons Good on touch passes Basis for good footwork Athletic, can scramble Decision-making Field vision Accurate in college Improved throughout college Intelligent Hard worker Good character Intangibles Weaknesses: Level of competition Not a dual threat…

Welcome to WalterFootball.com’s college football rankings for the end of the season. Check back in a few months for the 2013 preseason rankings. By Charlie Campbell Pass along your thoughts on the rankings. I’ll put together a mail bag periodically that answers questions/comments sent via email [email protected] or on Twitter @draftcampbell. Updated Sept. 4, 2013…

Strengths: Extremely fast Stretches the field vertically Threat to score on any reception Great quickness to get separation Excellent run-after-the-catch ability Good route runner Reliable hands Productive Plays with swagger Perfect fit as a slot receiver Sudden in and out of his breaks Weaknesses: Short Light Blocking Can he play outside in the NFL? Can…