(STATS) – The success of players such as Jimmy Garoppolo, Carson Wentz, Cooper Kupp, David Johnson, Tarik Cohen and Darius Leonard emphasizes the potential draft value in the FCS.
Teams stop considering subdivision players “small school” if they are going to help them.
This year, the draft prospects in the FCS are strong again. Below are many of the best available prospects.
The three-day draft begins with the first round Thursday night, continues with the second and third rounds Friday night and concludes with the third through seventh rounds Saturday.
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BEST AVAILABLE PLAYERS
(order by Josh Buchanan/DraftScout.com)
1. Nasir Adderley, Delaware, FS, 6-0, 203: Outstanding range and physical ball skills allowed the top FCS prospect to play all over the Delaware secondary.
2. Khalen Saunders, Western Illinois, DT, 6-0, 324: Three-technique tackle is quick to separate from blocks and get into opposing backfields.
3. Tytus Howard, Alabama State, OT, 6-5, 322: Late-developing, athletic tackle has quickness and fluidity.
4. Jordan Brown, South Dakota State, CB, 6-0, 201: Proto-type cover corner who moves well for his size.
5. Keelan Doss, UC Davis, WR, 6-3, 213: Projected slot receiver who hauled in a Division I-high 233 receptions over the last two seasons.
6. Drew Forbes, Southeast Missouri, OG, 6-5, 308: Consistent, durable lineman made a late rise up draft rankings.
7. Jazz Ferguson (underclassman), Northwestern State, WR, 6-5, 228: Younger brother of Louisiana Tech defensive end prospect Jaylon Ferguson has coveted sized and an excellent catching radius.
8. Oli Udoh, Elon, OT, 6-5, 323: Excellent at finishing plays with his size and length
9. Easton Stick, North Dakota State, QB, 6-1, 220: Played in a pro-style offense while setting the FCS quarterbacks record with 49 career wins.
10. Donald Parham, Stetson, TE, 6-8, 240: Caught 85 passes for 1,319 yards and 13 touchdowns in only nine games as a senior.
11. Joshua Miles, Morgan State, OG, 6-5, 314: Raw talent who has moldable skill set.
12. Jimmy Moreland, James Madison, CB, 5-10, 179: Set James Madison career records with 18 interceptions and six pick-sixes.
13. Darryl Johnson Jr. (underclassman), North Carolina A&T, DE, 6-6, 253: The three players who preceded Johnson as MEAC defensive player of the year are in the NFL.
14. Reggie White Jr., Monmouth, WR, 6-2, 208: Son of former Chargers and Patriots defensive lineman Reggie White Sr. uses his body well to attack the ball.
15. Iosua Opeta, Weber State, OG, 6-4, 301: Natural upper body strength allowed him to test well leading into the draft.
16. Jacob Dolegala, Central Connecticut State, QB, 6-7, 242: Has undeniable size and a strong arm, but must improve with his accuracy.
17. Bruce Anderson, North Dakota State, RB, 5-11, 210: Hard-nosed player who provides production on carries, receptions and returns.
18. Alex Wesley, Northern Colorado, WR, 6-0, 190: Plays bigger than his size and stretches the field with excellent speed.
19. Kaden Elliss, Idaho, OLB, 6-2, 238: Athletic son of former NFL defensive tackle Luther Elliss was a late riser after testing well in the draft buildup.
20. Damion Jeanpiere Jr., Nicholls, WR, 5-11, 170: Clocked a sensational 4.25 seconds in the 40-yard dash at his pro day.
21. Chidi Okeke (underclassman), Tennessee State, OT, 6-5, 317: Former LSU player comes from a Tennessee State program adept at developing linemen.
22. Emmanuel Butler, Northern Arizona, WR, 6-3, 221: Big receiver has good hands and extends well for the ball.
23. Brian Fineanganofo, Idaho State, OT, 6-6, 304: Was a jack-of-all-trades on the Idaho State line during his career.
24. Brandon Hitner, Villanova, OT, 6-6, 305: Intelligent player with good athleticism; could move inside at the NFL level.
25. Alexander Hollins, Eastern Illinois, WR, 6-0, 165: Can run the full route tree and attacks the ball.
26. Ethan Greenidge, Villanova, OG, 6-4, 324: Labrum surgery in January limited the big man during the draft buildup.
27. Troy Reeder, Delaware, ILB, 6-1, 235: Former Penn State starter plays with an aggressive, tenacious style.
28. Derick Roberson, Sam Houston State, OLB, 6-3, 247: Runner-up for the 2018 STATS FCS Buck Buchanan Award tied for the national high with 15 sacks.
29. Dylan Mabin, Fordham, CB, 6-0, 196: Has good length and covers ground well.
30. Isaiah Mack, Chattanooga, DT, 6-1, 299: Active player with 41 tackles for loss in his career.
31. Davion Davis, Sam Houston State, WR, 5-11, 191: Scored 21 touchdowns in 2017 before a leg injury set him back as a senior.
32. Sterling Sheffield, Maine, OLB, 6-0, 225: Undersized ‘backer is instinctive, ranking first in the CAA in tackles for loss (18) as a senior.
33. Taryn Christion, South Dakota State, QB, 6-2, 218: The Missouri Valley Football Conference’s all-time leader in total offensive yards (13,050), passing yards (11,535) and touchdown passes (104).
34. Marquez Tucker, Southern Utah, OG, 6-3, 300: Excellent technique and versatility are go starting points.
35. Silas Stewart, Incarnate Word, OLB, 6-1, 228: Has explosiveness to track down ball carriers regularly.
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