NFL Draft Network

will be collaborating on a weekly article posted mid week during the college football regular season to review the prior weeks most notable performances from a 2010 NFL Draft perspective.

Athletic senior linebacker has been instrumental in the success of the tough Tiger defense over the past few seasons. Spoon closed out his home career in fine fashion, as he registered 8 tackles, including 2 huge TFLs and 1 QB sack, as the Tigers put a dominating 4^th-quarter defensive showing to help MU to its 34-24 win against Iowa St. He plays a very physical style of defense and attacks the line of scrimmage in a downhill fashion. He has the versatility to play a few positions, showing the ability to flow to the ball very well and finish with strong sure tackling.

Mobile senior tight end had a season high in receptions (11), receiving yards (111) and touchdowns (2) as the Cougars beat Air Force. He combines natural receiving skills with fine hands route running and the speed for the position to become a great addition to a pro offense. He has the speed to stretch the field and run after the catch ability to pressure a defense. He has the size to improve as an inline blocker, though he needs technique and strength work to warrant playing inline in the NFL. He is an exceptional H back prospect.

Smooth senior receiver has been instrumental in the Bowling Green passing offense this season. He is a fast rising prospect who flashes impact ability at times despite some erratic QB play. The fifth-year senior posted 12 catches for 197 yards and two TDs and added 15 yards on the ground in the win over Akron. He combines very good speed, agility and hands along with a fine level of development that will make him highly valuable for the pro game. He displays a well developed skill set for the position that has allowed him to get open, catch the ball and make yardage after the reception. He needs to display these skills in the postseason vs top competition to continue his fast rise up personnel charts.

Short compact senior running back had a strong performance in the Vols win over Vanderbilt.

He is a well built back who has performed this season in his first full season as a starter. Against Vanderbilt, he rushed 32 times for 171 yards and 1 TD. He is effective running inside where his lateral quickness and strength allows him to move through holes fast with the power to break tackles. He lacks outstanding size, speed and quickness that will keep him from the top tier of backs, but he is a tough honest runner with some natural skills that could earn him much attention over the postseason. He is the type who could surprise as a backup in the right setting.

Aggressive senior defender had a dominant performance vs Georgia that was instrumental in their victory. He is a savvy defender with a quick first step and the power to gain a fast advantage to defeat blocking angles. Maxwell led Kentucky with a career-high 11 tackles, including one TFL in the Wildcats’ 34-27 win. In the final three minutes of the game, Maxwell made two game-saving plays.　With Georgia driving for the potential tying touchdown, he stopped Georgia tailback Caleb King at the 1 yard line.　On the next play, Kentucky recovered a Bulldog fumble. With 1:45 remaining, he intercepted a pass, clinching the win for the Wildcats. He showed the talent to make plays both inside and at the sidelines. His fine instincts and his ability to run well and drop in coverage at 6’3" 245 lbs. could allow him to be an every down defender and capable of playing in either pro scheme.

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The Vols cruised past Vanderbilt 31-16. Tennessee rushed for 201 yards and averaged 5 yards per carry. Scott did an excellent job run blocking and consistently drove his feet upon contact. The left tackle did not surrender a sack and used his long arms to keep pass rushers at bay. Scott is versatile and has also played guard. He is massive, yet runs well enough to pull and reach the 2^nd level. The durable offensive lineman could climb draft boards if he shows that he is serious about his conditioning.