3. Taylor Mays, FS, USC (6-3, 230)
Mays is a hard-hitting safety with outstanding athleticism and movement skills. He shows natural instincts in coverage, and is the kind of teeth-rattling enforcer that defensive coordinators crave in the middle of the field.
4. Jermaine Gresham, TE, Oklahoma (6-6, 262)
As a big, athletic tight end with exceptional hands and ball skills, Gresham is the ultimate weapon in the passing game. He is a matchup nightmare in space, and projects as an Antonio Gates-like tight end at the next level.
5. Terrence Cody, DT, Alabama (6-5, 365)
The massive run-stuffer dominates the point of attack and is a disruptive force against single- and double-teams. Though Cody's weight is a concern, his ability to single-handedly suffocate running games will make him a highly coveted prospect next spring.
6. Colt McCoy, QB, Texas (6-3, 210)
The savvy signal-caller has all the intangibles to be an outstanding pro. Though he doesn't have the strongest of arms, McCoy's instincts, anticipation and awareness allow him to pick apart defenses with an assortment of accurate throws. In addition, he has the leadership skills to command respect from his teammates. With checkmarks in all the right areas, McCoy enters the season as the top-rated senior prospect at the position
10. Brandon Spikes, ILB, Florida (6-3, 256)
The Gators' star is an instinctive playmaker with superb vision and awareness. Spikes has a knack for being around the ball, and is a punishing tackler on contact. With natural leadership skills to boot, it is not surprising that Spikes ranks as one of the top linebackers in the 2010 draft.
11. Trevard Lindley, CB, Kentucky 6-0, 178)
As a polished cover man with exceptional speed, athleticism and movement skills, Lindley has all of the tools to be a lockdown corner on the next level. Although he is a little on the thin side, Lindley's superior cover skills will earn him high grades on most draft boards.
13. Brandon LaFell, WR, LSU (6-3, 209)
As a big, physical receiver with excellent hands and running skills, LaFell has all the tools to serve as a No. 1 receiver on the next level. With the game evolving into a big man's game on the outside, scouts are pegging LaFell as the top receiving prospect in the 2010 draft class.
14. Greg Hardy, DE, Mississippi, (6-4, 265)
Hardy is a rangy, edge player with good instincts and overall skills. Though Hardy doesn't display outstanding first-step quickness, he displays an uncanny ability to get to the quarterback and is regarded as one of the best pass rushers available in the next year's draft.
16. Ciron Black, OT, LSU (6-5, 325)
The grizzled veteran is not the prettiest athlete, but he is an effective blocker on the edge. Though his skills may be best suited for right tackle as a pro, teams will rank the LSU standout high on their boards if he can show more consistency in his play as a senior
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