NFL Prospects 6-10

Top College Pro Prospects 6-10

6. Bruce Carter LB North Carolina- Another piece in the loaded defense of UNC. Carter is an explosive linebacker who is punishing on ball carriers and QB alike. Statistics aren’t eye popping for the 6-3 235 Carter. 2.5 sacks and 7.5 tackles for loss in 2009 are average at best. What is elite is the potential of the prospect who has shown elite speed and strength in combines (4.39- 40, Benched 440 and Squatted 605). With playmakers surrounding him, look for better stats in 2010 that equals a top-10 pick in the draft.

7. Von Miller LB Texas A&M- Depending on how NFL combine workouts go, Miller could shoot drastically high on this board. Last season he posted impressive numbers with 17 sacks (NCAA leading) and 44 tackles, 21 for loss. To go along with this playing from a “hybrid” spot in the Aggie scheme, Miller wreaked havoc on opposing offenses, constantly in plays, disrupting offensive flow. If Miller’s physical stats of 6-3 240 hold true, look for a lock in the top-10.

8. Gabe Carimi OT Wisconsin- Listed at 6-7 315, Carimi has the frame to add even more weight on, totaling a dangerous force at either side of the line. A redshirt senior, Carimi has started in every game of his college career, showing the durability of a lineman of that height. Powering the bruising run game of the Badgers, Carimi has shown that he has the tools to become a cornerstone in any NFL offensive. Barring an injury he could go as high as 3rd overall.

9. Adrian Clayborn DE Iowa- 2009 was an impressive season for the Hawkeye end. Posting 36 tackles, 20 of which for loss and 11.5 sacks, showed the explosiveness he has to get off the ball. Adequate physique, measuring at 6-4 285, fits his style of getting under blockers pads and getting to the QB. Clayborn is also somewhat of a playmaker as well, drawing 4 forced fumbles as a havoc from his end position. Watching him play draws comparisons to Robert Mathis of the Colts. With a slew of DE prospects in this year’s draft, Clayborn could fall significantly due to his height. However in terms of talent, he has the skills to become a productive pro.

10. Ryan Mallet QB Arkansas- Could compete for the top spot as the season goes, but for now the giant Razorback QB sits on the edge of the Top 10. Listed at 6-7 238, Mallet offers an interesting prospect at the QB position at that size. Blessed with a cannon for an arm, Mallet has the makings of an NFL QB. Mobility has been questioned as he struggles to move in the pocket, as well as accuracy downfield, yet with coaching that should improve. Mallet has potential to hear his name called first in April if he can add to the season he had last year. If he struggles he still is a lock as at least a 2nd round pick. Mallet’s potential is limitless and should be fun to watch over the coming season.