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Strengths: Excellent cutting ability Phenomenal blocker Quickness Shifty in the open field Can break off long runs Decisive runner Vision Surprising power and strength Physical runner; runs with authority Picks up yards after contact Good receiver Reliable hands Runs good routes Plays hurt Fresh legs; not a lot of wear-and-tear Stamina; runs well in second…

Strengths: Extremely experienced Distributes the ball to a variety of weapons Good on touch passes Basis for good footwork Gamer Decision-making Field vision Accurate in college Intelligent Confident Good work ethic Leader Book smart Improved his game Great intangibles Does lots of charity work; will be a good presence in the community Weaknesses: Arm strength…

Career Recap: Buchanan was a true freshman backup for Illinois in 2009. He made eight starts the next year. The sophomore totaled 40 tackles with 5.5 tackles for a loss and two sacks. Buchanan and teammate Whitney Mercilus both had breakout seasons in the Big Ten last year. Mercilus led the nation in sacks and…

Strengths: Powerful run-blocker Strong pass-protector Good athlete Mirrors speed-rushers Quick feet Developed run-blocking technique Excellent in short yardage Mobility to hit blocks downfield Pulls well Anchors well against bull-rushers Recoverability Strong hands Sustains blocks Durable Experienced Scheme versatility Weaknesses: Must maintain conditioning Should continue to work on knee bend Not a potential tackle Summary: Warford…

Strengths: Gamer Decision-making Field vision Accurate in college Willing to use his feet Experienced and fits well in a West Coast offense Improves the play of his teammates Distributes the ball to a variety of weapons Very good on touch passes Good footwork Tough Intelligent Confident Good work ethic; intangibles Leader Weaknesses: Hitch in delivery…

Career Recap: The Cornhuskers standout has been a tough runner the past two seasons. Burkhead broke out with a quality sophomore season in 2010 with 951 yards rushing (5.5 average) and seven touchdowns. Nebraska moved to the Big Ten last year, but its tougher run defenses didn’t hold him back in his second season. Burkhead…

Career Recap: Aboushi broke into the starting lineup as a sophomore in 2010. He started all 12 games for the Cavaliers at offensive tackle. Aboushi was at right tackle for the first five contests before he was moved to left tackle for the remaining seven games. Aboushi stayed at left tackle in 2011 and started…

Career Recap: Since his first day as a Cougar, Wilson has been a productive playmaker for Washington State. The big, lanky wide receiver has consistently moved the chains for Washington State. Wilson has generated a lot of yards and catches despite inconsistent play around him. He broke out across the Pac-10 as a freshman with…

Career Recap: Williams saw his first action as a redshirt freshman in 2009 and, though primarily a backup, ended up starting three games. He had three receptions for 25 yards. Heading into the 2010 season, Williams competed for, and won, the starting tight end job. He was not given many receiving opportunities, but he did…

Career Recap: Johnson has been a rotational player for the Crimson Tide the past three seasons. He was a backup during his freshman season, but saw some playing time for the eventual National Champions. Johnson recorded 28 tackles with 4.5 tackles for a loss, one sack and one forced fumble. Teammate Rolando McClain moved on…