FB Draft Prospects

N Barnett Dec. 7, 2006

1) Brian Leonard, 6'1" 235 lbs, Rutgers

A very versitle athlete, Leonard has the size and speed to make a good impact for his team when he gets to the NFL. He can carry the ball, catch out of the backfield, and be an effective blocker. A RB for most of his career, Leonard needs to work on becoming a better overall blocker. A talented athlete who should hear his name called early on day 1.

NFL pro comparison: Justin Griffith

2) Jason Snelling, 5'11" 233 lbs, Virginia

Snelling shows descent speed and the willingness to hit someone on the field. He will need to bulk up a bit to make it on the NFL level though. He is a good runner on short yardage and an underrated receiver out of the backfield.

NFL pro comparison: Mike Alstott

3) *Owen Schmitt , 6'1" 250 lbs, West Virginia

A hard nosed guy who is a pure FB. Schmitt is a devistating lead blocker who can barrel through the defense. Plays with alot on emotion and intensity. A hard worker and a descent receiver out of the backfield. Schmitt is likely to return for his senior season and be among the best FBs in the nation next season.

NFL pro comparison: Mack Strong

4) Deon Anderson, 5'10" 238 lbs, Conneticut

Anderson is a hard hitter who has good instincts. He is a good short yardage guy who has very good hands. A well rounder player who has good speed and the potential to be a starting NFL FB some day. Size and holding his blocks are his 2 only concerns.

NFL pro comparison: J.D. Runnels

5) LeRon McClain , 6'1" 255 lbs, Alabama

A very good lead blocker, McClain is fearsome guy to meet in the hole. He sticks his blocks and drives the defense back. A little below average in the speed department, he is the traditional lead blocking FB who is a solid check down receiver out of the backfield.

NFL pro comparison: Tony Richardson

* Underclassmen eligible for 2007 NFL draft