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…

Strengths: Excellent run defender Takes on blocks Physical Downhill attacker Strong Straight-line speed Good tackler Instinctive Hustles Flashes on blitzes Plays with an attitude Weaknesses: Needs to improve pass coverage Stiff Lacks change of direction ability Not fluid Needs to get better at shedding blocks Consistency Summary: Even before the Gators’ program lost Brandon Spikes…

Strengths: Quality athlete Quick feet Natural bender Agile Mobile Technique Ability to stay on his feet Developed kick slide Intelligent Hard worker Experienced Weaknesses: Undersized Very short arms Needs bulk Could be limited in getting much bigger Needs to improve ability to withstand the bull rush Summary: Ryan Nassib had a rock in the form…

Strengths: Natural pass-rusher Good hand usage Pure speed around the corner Productive pass-rusher Repertoire of moves Shedding blocks Disruptive Can sink his hips/shoulder Excellent motor Good closing speed Upside Scheme versatility Weaknesses: Run defense Can get pushed around in the ground game Pad level Coming off ACL tear Why didn’t he win a starting spot?…

Strengths: Natural pass receiver Excellent hands Runs good routes Good red-zone weapon Leaping ability Dangerous down the middle seam Great against zone coverage Good size, length Has the potential to become a good blocker Weaknesses: Slow Can he get separation in man coverage? Needs to improve blocking Straight-line player Lacks elusiveness in the open field…

Strengths: Elite speed, mobility, athleticism Great pass protector Mirrors speed rushers with ease Strong base to anchor against bull rushes Extremely well built Superb run blocker Lethal on the second level Tremendous at pulling Hits blocks on the run Intelligent Great technique with hand placement Textbook knee bend Experienced starter Could move to center Has…

Strengths: Smacks offensive players Good range Throws his body around Fast Instinctive Big presence downfield Strong tackler Hard hitter Plays with swagger Experienced 4-year starter Ability to cover tight ends, slot receivers Has the ability to play in the box Good size Has the height and length to defend tall receivers/tight ends Versatile Weaknesses: A…

Strengths: Instinctive Quickness Man-coverage ability on tight ends and slot receivers Fluid; can flip his hips and run Covers a lot of ground Always around the ball Solid run-defender Natural playing in the box Good height and length Should be able to play quickly Experienced & successful against good college talent Good blitzer Versatile Athletic…

Strengths: Instinctive Extremely reliable tackler Uses good tackling technique to wrap up ball carrier Read-and-react skills Fabulous run defender Physical player Produces good down-and-distance situations Three-down linebacker Generally durable Quick Gamer Smart Great leader; pushes teammates to play better Hard worker Great intangibles Weaknesses: Lacks elite speed Needs to improve coverage of tight ends Should…