David Paulson, TE Oregon

Paulson may not be the best athlete but he is a player who when the ball is thrown to will make a play. He finished the 2011 regular season campaign with 28 receptions for 386 yards and 5 Touchdowns. They are pretty strong stats for a team that doesn't really use their TE's a lot. Paulson is a good blocker however he will never be a factor in run blocking as he isn't an effective power blocker. Paulson does well to stay with his defender and make him a factor when running. If he can learn the art of blocking and getting leverage he may one day become a TE that can factor as a power blocker in the run game. He is often used in deep vertical routes which shows off some of the burst he posses when getting off the line. Is faster than most Linebackers so he has the ability to create separation and gain yards after the catch. At times this season Oregon has lined Paulson up at a H-Back which to a NFL team could be a bonus as he can factor in different ways. Going into the 2012 draft Paulson will most likely be a late round pick falling in the 5th or 6th rounds.

Stephon Gilmore, CB South Carolina

Gilmore led the Gamecocks last season in tackles with 79 along with racking up 3 interceptions and 3 sacks. Gilmore is arguably the Gamecocks best cornerback and is routinely asked to cover the opposing teams No.1 receiver. The only thing pulling Gilmore down is that he is still a very raw talent and hasn't shown he can do everything a cornerback is needed to. He has the skill and athleticism to make it in the NFL and is football knowledge is next to none. But he needs to vastly improve his technique in order to become a complete player. In addition to this adding size to his frame and getting stronger would help dis play as he is quite tall. Going into the 2012 draft is Gilmore shows improvements in weak areas of his play he could be a 1st round pick but for now he will most likely be a 2nd or 3rd round pick.

Aaron Henry, FS Wisconsin

Henry formerly a CB for the badgers changed to FS and is a vastly improved player. He is one of very few safeties who have the ability to cover in man coverage which is rare to come by. He may have limited experience playing at the Free Safety position but going into the draft his work-out days will show scouts and managers that there is room for him to develop into a complete player. He shows great patience with his footwork and his lower half. Some Cornerbacks are very quick to open their hips Henry unlike them is very disciplined. However due to that he doesn't have a chance to jump at the ball on a regular basis. He is a solid tackler put lacks the explosion of other safeties and won't make big hits often. He will need to learn to keep moving his feet after contact and drive the player back. Going into the draft Henry will be a 4th round pick due to him not have all the tendencies NFL scouts and managers are looking for.

Sean Spence, LB Miami

Spence who has just finished his senior season with Miami. Ending his career at Miami with a stellar season despite being suspended for the opening game against Maryland. He has recorded 106 tackles, 3 sacks and 1 forced fumble during his last season. However going into the draft Spence has no real identity to were he will fit in. During his time at Miami he has played Middle and Strong-Side Linebacker. Even though undersized he would be a good fit for a 4-3 defence as a weak side linebacker. Some teams could even view him as a Safety as he has the athleticism to convert. One of the better coverage Linebackers in the country he shows fluid movement and consistency when making plays and will make them all over the field. A benefit to his play is he is a great tackler and is rarely seen missing a tackle or making a mistake. His football knowledge is vast and can understand what the Offence is trying to do and adjust to it accordingly. He is also known to put a lot of time into film study which further helps him as a player. Going into the 2012 Draft Spence due to his size may scare of some NFL teams but is a top prospect no matter what. He will most likely be a 2nd round pick in the draft. However if he works out as a Safety in All-Star games it could raise his stock up to a 1st.

Mohamed Sanu, WR Rutgers

Sanu, a 3 year starter for Rutgers is the go to guy in Rutger passing attack. Sanu is the only bright spark in their passing game being their only true threat. He ended the 2011/12 season with 109 receptions for 1144 yards and 7 touchdowns. Those number accounting for nearly half of Rutgers passing yards. Sanu has good height and above par speed. At times he can become lethargic making sloppy plays on the ball and breaking down in his technique. He does show the ability to play the ball at its highest point  making his catches look effortless. One thing that brings him down is the ability to release of press coverage and explode off the line of scrimmage. While a true threat if left in the open he excels in getting yards after catch. Working both the middle and edge of the field. However his blocking is something that will need improving as defenders easily shed his blocks to make plays on the ball. In the 2012 draft Sanu will most likely be a 3rd round pick moving up to a 2nd in the months leading up to it.

Lance Lewis, WR East Carolina

Lewis is arguably one of the most valuable assets to East Carolina's heavy passing attacking. He is the leading receiver for the Pirates with 60 receptions for 600 yards along with 8 touchdowns in 8 games. Lewis is very good at making quick turns to the ball. When the ball is within his reach his hands will be there waiting. The way he plays you can see him being a No.1 or 2 receiver on a team in the NFL who can help move the chain. When getting off the line of scrimmage he struggles at times due to his lack of explosiveness but does well to release from jams and accelerate with long strides up the field and when making breaks. The biggest thing amount Lewis is easily his hands he is a very reliable target who when a ball is thrown in his direction will always make the catch. You will rarely see him drop a ball. He can also make over shoulder catches well wherever the quarterback places the ball for him. Another benefit to his play is that he is a very physical player who can contribute in the run game. Lewis when entering the 2012 draft will project as a fourth round pick but could rise to a 3rd.

2012 Mock Draft 2.0

So a month has passed since my last mock draft. Here are my new rankings and some new faces for you to rave about!

1.  Andrew Luck, QB Stanford
2.  Matt Barkley, QB USC
3. Trent Richardson, RB Alabama
4. Jonathan Martin, OT Stanford
5. Matt Kalil, OT USC
6. Justin Blackmon, WR Oklahoma State
7. Quinton Coples, DE North Carolina
8.  Morris Claiborne, CB LSU
9. Luke Kuechly, LB Boston College
10. Vontaze Burfict,  LB Arizona State
11. Dre Kirkpatrick, CB Alabama
12. Landry Jones, QB Oklahoma
13. Riley Reiff, OT Iowa State
14.  Michael Floyd, WR Notre Dame
15. Zach Brown, LB North Carolina
16. David DeCastro, OG Stanford
17. Alshon Jeffery, WR South Carolina
18. Manti Te'o, LB Notre Dame
19. Cordy Glenn, C Georgia
20. Robert Griffin III, QB Baylor
21. Janoris Jenkins, CB North Alabama
22. Brandon Thompson, DT Clemson
23. Chase Minnifield, CB Virginia
24. Mark Barron, S Alabama
25. David Wilson, RB Virginia Tech
26. Courtney Upshaw, OLB Alabama
27. Devon Still, DT Penn State
28. Dwayne Allen, TE Clemson
29. Vinny Curry, DE Marshall
30. Alfonzo Dennard, CB Nebraska
31. TJ McDonald, S USC
32. Dwight Jones, WR North Carolina

Names without a link will be updated when the player has had a review written about them. Expect Mock Draft 3.0 to be out near the end of December!

Keenan Robinson OLB, Texas

Robinson is a player who when drafted will show the fans of the team he was chosen by the skills he has to offer and often. An aggressive player he has a thing for hitting hard and stuffing runs. Physically Robinson is a great prospect at 6'3 and 235 pounds he has great size but more bulk could be added. However development in the tactical part of his game will need to be improved as he is very inexperienced at the OLB position. If he enters the draft this year he will be best suited playing on the weak side where he will have to freedom to move around. A very good coverage Linebacker he is one of the elite Linebackers in terms on coverage shows good instincts when dropping back and can handle his zone well. Going into the 2012 Draft if Robinson has a year like 2010 he will be a strong 2nd round pick falling no later than the 3rd.

Dwight Jones WR, North Carolina

Jones who spent the first years of his career at UNC injured emerged as a real star in 2010 finishing the season with 62 receptions for 946 yards. He as continued to improve and is quickly making a name for himself this year. Making a case to be one of the top receivers taken. His size makes him a threat at WR at 6'4 he will have the advantage of getting the ball at a higher point making almost impossible for DB's to take the ball from him. He is still somewhat a raw talent who needs some work on his route running as he is inconsistent. However he shows signs of improvement and has shown that he can get great burst from the line of scrimmage. Going into the 2012 draft if Jones continues to play the way he is will most likely be gone in the 2nd round as he has shown some great talent but needs to become more consistent to be worthy of 1st round pick.

College Football Top 25 - Week 11

Here is my top 25 teams going into week 11

1. LSU
2. Oklahoma State
3. Alabama
4. Oregon
5. Stanford
6. Arkansas
7. Oklahoma
8. Clemson
9. Boise State
10. Virginia tech
11. Houston
12. Georgia
13. Michigan State
14. South Carolina
15. Kansas State
16. Nebraska
17. Wisconsin
18. TCU
19. Florida State
20. Penn State
21. Michigan
22. Southern Miss
23. Notre Dame
24. Baylor
25. Texas

Dont'a Hightower MLB, Alabama

Dont’a Hightower is a beast of a Linebacker with a height of 6’4” and 260 pounds of weight. Not only is he big and strong but Hightower also has great speed to match which hands itself to the way he plays. Watching him play in a game against Arkansas you could quite clearly see he preferred going for the sack rather than handling the cover play. Personally I find that his ability to deal with passes into coverage rather poor however he does support runs fairly well. That said, when he rushes the QB he regularly hits which is always going to have a psychological effect on the thrower. He is currently rated 2nd out of 107 linebackers up for draft.

Kendall Wright WR, Baylor

Wright may not be the tallest WR in the NCAA but he is a player teams should plan against. His game is built around his speed and quickness. His ability to get past CB's playing off coverage allows him to use his speed to get open in the middle of the field. Baylor uses Wright in ways that teams couldn't imagine, they use him underneath tricking the defence making them underestimate his ability to get vertical. He shows good body control and can make catches thrown away from his frame but will have trouble out jumping some CB's. His ball location skills have vastly improved as Robert Griffin III has improved his throwing making Wright more of a threat especially when locating back shoulder throws. HE is a very dangerous receiver after the catch mainly due to his agility which allows him to move between defenders and make them miss. He has the ability to be a very good return man at the next level with his speed and quickness he would be an asset to any team. Can be used in trick plays, wildcat has been throwing and running with the ball which shows some versatility to his game. Going into the 2012 draft Wright will most likely be a 3rd/4th round pick mainly because of his size.