The case for and against Clemson prospects

Anderson Independent Mail

Updated April 26, 2017 4:21 PM

Clemson has 10 players with a shot at being selected in the NFL draft. Why they are worthy of being drafted and why not:

Draft him: A proven winner at his best on the biggest stages.

Pass on him: Will have to transition to a pro-style offense.

Draft him: Big, physical receiver with great hands.

Pass on him: Lacks elite speed to separate from corners.

Draft him: Is physical and skillful in press coverage.

Pass on him: Susceptible to getting beat by quicker receivers.

Draft him: He has enough size, strength and athleticism.

Pass on him: Not explosive enough to be pass-rusher.

Draft him: Has the size to create passing-game mismatches.

Pass on him: Will need to improve as a route runner.

Draft him: A tough runner who rarely fumbles.

Pass on him: Unlikely to overpower many NFL defenders.

Draft him: Has a knack for finding open running lanes.

Pass on him: Didn’t show much speed at the NFL Combine.

Draft him: Has a knack for making plays on the ball.

Pass on him: Athleticism is average for a safety.

Draft him: Aggressive tackler who plays with maximum effort.

Pass on him: Subpar speed limits him in man-to-man coverage.

Draft him: Shows power in moving defenders backwards.

Pass on him: Has below-average size and athleticism.

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This story was originally published April 26, 2017 at 4:02 PM with the headline "The case for and against Clemson prospects."